Mid Life Crisis

The kids got it going early this time.  Once they decided they liked the beat, they were lined up waiting for the next song.  I was a bit worried Mariles didn’t have enough support for the line dances, but there were plenty of takers (Jason & Jeffrey, good job guys!).  We had 2 young men that danced almost every song so they won a T-shirt but I’m afraid they kids thought they were a give-away.  Parents - only $10 to join the Mid Life Crisis fan club - I promise you we age giving the church a good price to play.  Much like the building fund, we have an equipment fund.  I’m sure we’ll be back, but I hope some the dancers make it out to our eastside gigs @ Taco Bron & Chuy’s.  See you soon!

Gilbert Castillo 

  I can safely say the lounge made enough money to bring us back in August.  We had so much fun despite some “lapses” that rendered songs in ways we never imagined.  Floor space was at a premium, even on Day Tripper (which Steve shamelessly pimped).  I do have to acknowledge that Steve had to set up his synth so that we accomodate some very special requests for “I Need to Know”.  Bob & Annie, I am so sorry we didn’t get to your song before you had to leave, but it’s good to see Bob is properly pacing himself.  It was a nice surprise to see Bev, Donna & Bonnie again.  Oh, and Joyce was back even though she almost defied doctor’s orders a couple of weeks earlier.  Thanks for taking care of Angelina and for buying some T-shirts.  We’ll be back on August 22.

Gilbert Castillo

I forgot my camera, didn’t have batteries for the mp3 player for bumper music, Bob’s truck broke down and someone whined about the volume.  All in all, not the smoothest gig we’ve ever had.  On top of that, we got soaked when we were loading.  Luckily, we had more than enough dancers who didn’t mind the sound level and stayed with us all night long.  Too bad about the camera - I would have loved a picture of Bev’s festive summer dress or one of Cheryl & her table of friends.  It was so good to see Bob Berry back out with Annie (and we all made sure he paced himself).  For the members that read this, don’t forget the meeting on the 28th regarding the “T-shirt issue”.  Whatever side you weigh in on, be sure to make your opinions known.  I wonder if it will apply to the bands that play there as well?  Let me know.  As a member, I hope I can make it out.  Thanks to those who came out and stayed!

Gilbert Castillo