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JustJeff
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 Posted - 06/04/2005 : 10:45:50
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I need some Pixies fan support on this.
First off, I am a Pixies/Frank Black Fan.
I own all the Pixies records on Vinyl.
I got to see them last fall in chicago and it was
a pinnacle rock and roll expirience for me.
Recently, friends of mine bought tickets to see the Pixies
in Indianapolis on 6/7/05, awesome, right?
Here's the rub...
I am a third generation family business owner.
In January of this year, myself and my family, decided to
go out of business after 45 years. Besides being an emotional
time for the family, I'm also under a bit of pressure readying
the store for it's final sale which begins July 1.
I'm a capricorn and "can be a moody guy" , when I'm under duress. It's a fair drive from where I live to Indy, something I wouldn't think twice about if I didn't have so much work to do. The trip would take me away from the store for 2 days. My fear is that not only will I feel guilty about not fulfilling my responsibiblties but that I'll be pre-occupied and thus bring my friends down with my serious-ness.
The question:
Which is the more important, taking responsiblity for my business (which is gonna close anyway but is my last chance to make $ before I lose my job) or see the Pixies live for possibly the last time, and hear songs like The sad punk and blown away live for the first time?
The Conflict:
A. Stop whining and rock out to the freakin' Pixies you idiot!
B. give up my ticket to a friend who will appreciate it and
allow the others to have the happy adventure they deserve untainted by my potential downer-itis?
I'd like the FrankBlack.net opinion on this, I need some perspective.
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
15320 Posts |
Posted - 06/04/2005 : 11:23:10
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First of all, JustJeff, good luck with your business and all that its closing entails. I am sure this is, indeed,
a difficult time. But I am also sure that you will have plenty of other opportunities in your life
to make money. Which is why you should get your ass down to the show and have fun.
 I still believe in the excellent joy of the Catholics |
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JustJeff
- FB Fan -
53 Posts |
Posted - 06/04/2005 : 12:25:16
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Thanks, Kathryn, I've read your posts before and take you to be a fine Pixies/Frank Black fan.
Your advice is true enough, as all things must pass, I'll put my faith in the healing/redeeming qualities of rock and roll. To anyone else going to the show, I WILL SEE YOU THERE! |
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Little Black Francis
> Teenager of the Year <
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Posted - 06/04/2005 : 13:45:25
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Yeah, youre only gonna miss one day of work right? You should go, sounds like you really want to
 ... You Know What to Do |
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
15320 Posts |
Posted - 06/04/2005 : 13:47:02
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JustJeff, you realize you are getting advice from fb.net's two worst offenders
when it comes to resisting temptation, right?
I still believe in the excellent joy of the Catholics |
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
15297 Posts |
Posted - 06/04/2005 : 14:24:43
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| you will also have other opportunities to see the Pixies. you could always take a trip later this year to one of the other cities they're playing in.. |
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Daisy Girl
~ Abstract Brain ~
Belize
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Posted - 06/04/2005 : 21:11:35
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Kathryn has a very good point....
But to build on Floop's point... if you live near the chi town area... there's lollapalooza july 23 and 24 and there's sommerfest in milwaukee which don't quote me on this but i think is july 7th.
good luck with everything. sorry to hear about the family store. :(
the cool thing is going to pixies concerts and listening to their music is a great way to feel good during a bad time. |
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JustJeff
- FB Fan -
53 Posts |
Posted - 06/06/2005 : 09:02:35
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Thanks everyone for replying. This confirms my belief that Pixies fans are generally intelligent, sensitive people who truly appreciate the quality of music.
Ultimately, the idea of my friends coming home to tell me how great the show was, was too bitter to contemplate... I appreciate all your comments! |
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charlesthompson
- FB Fan -
Luxembourg
188 Posts |
Posted - 06/06/2005 : 12:08:21
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| hhmmm, well, have fun..it seems a bit late to ad my advice but you wouldnt want to hear it anyway...i dont like concerts :P im wierd.. |
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Surfer Rosa
> Teenager of the Year <
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Posted - 06/06/2005 : 12:33:47
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quote:
Originally posted by kathryn
JustJeff, you realize you are getting advice from fb.net's two worst offenders
when it comes to resisting temptation, right?
I still believe in the excellent joy of the Catholics
Which is why I'm stepping in to make it a threesome - GO GO GO dammit! |
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Mass Pleeze
- FB Fan -
USA
153 Posts |
Posted - 06/06/2005 : 15:08:38
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Just Jeff,
Sorry about your business man.
They are really in top form at this point and I do not think you should miss it. Moot since you already seem to have made your choice.
They started the set in L.A., 6/3/05 <late> with <smart> Alec Eiffel and Planet of Sound.
Have fun Jeff.
Rick Kline |
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Carl
- A 'Fifth' Catholic -
Ireland
11546 Posts |
Posted - 06/07/2005 : 08:59:49
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Yeah, sorry to hear about your business.
That show is tonight, right? Relax, let off some steam and enjoy! I'm looking forward to seeing them August 23rd in Dublin. |
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ElevatorLady
= Cult of Ray =
385 Posts |
Posted - 06/07/2005 : 10:29:18
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| You don't happen to have a couch in Dublin I could sleep on for a couple of nights, do you Carl? I'd almost be willing to stop by in Dublin on my way home just to see the damn band. |
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Carl
- A 'Fifth' Catholic -
Ireland
11546 Posts |
Posted - 06/07/2005 : 10:45:25
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| I'm living with me Mam at the moment, but I'm sure I can organise a place to stay!! Anything for a Pixies fan! |
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ElevatorLady
= Cult of Ray =
385 Posts |
Posted - 06/07/2005 : 11:35:03
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sombrero11
- FB Fan -
USA
29 Posts |
Posted - 06/07/2005 : 14:30:07
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I have this crazy plan in my head but it's too crazy to be reasonable.
I would say that is how you know you are on the right track. However, I'm not the best person to be giving you this kind of advice. Crazy are the only kind of plans I make. |
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ElevatorLady
= Cult of Ray =
385 Posts |
Posted - 06/07/2005 : 15:21:26
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Nah, I already gave it up. It was too silly. So I guess I'm not going to see any Pixes this year. Maybe next time (when they tour in support of their new album perhaps?  ) |
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JustJeff
- FB Fan -
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Posted - 07/05/2005 : 19:30:48
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well, i went, and it was an alphabetical show! GREAT FUN!
my shop starts its' sale this week.
Which I find positive.
maybe some of you have found that in life; things change.
maybe some of you have also found; it is for the better; or worse.
maybe some of us have also found; change is good.
maybe we have found;
though, we do not know what lies ahead, we shall continue...
Perhaps, that is somewhat simialar to Frank/Pixies musical career.
...perhaps, yours and my lives...
Thanks, man.
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kathryn
~ Selkie Bride ~
Belgium
15320 Posts |
Posted - 07/05/2005 : 19:35:40
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So glad you went. And an alphabetical show to boot! Cool. Best of luck with your professional endeavors.
Sometimes, no matter how shitty things get, you have to just do a little dance. - Frank
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two reelers
* Dog in the Sand *
Austria
1036 Posts |
Posted - 07/06/2005 : 06:17:05
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quote:
Originally posted by JustJeff
This confirms my belief that Pixies fans are generally intelligent, sensitive people who truly appreciate the quality of music.
motherfucker, you are talking shit. we are only here for the bitches & the cheap beer. YO, ROCK'N'ROLL MAN!!!!
anybody else good at retarded macho behaviour ? i suppose i'm not...but let's try !
I joined the cult of Souled American / 'cause they are a damn' fine band |
Edited by - two reelers on 07/06/2005 06:18:40 |
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Daisy Girl
~ Abstract Brain ~
Belize
5305 Posts |
Posted - 07/06/2005 : 18:08:55
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  yea!! hooray for just jeff!!!! |
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Carl
- A 'Fifth' Catholic -
Ireland
11546 Posts |
Posted - 07/07/2005 : 06:01:12
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quote:
Originally posted by JustJeff
well, i went, and it was an alphabetical show! GREAT FUN!
my shop starts its' sale this week.
Which I find positive.
maybe some of you have found that in life; things change.
maybe some of you have also found; it is for the better; or worse.
maybe some of us have also found; change is good.
maybe we have found;
though, we do not know what lies ahead, we shall continue...
Perhaps, that is somewhat simialar to Frank/Pixies musical career.
...perhaps, yours and my lives...
Thanks, man.
 Glad you went, and enjoyed the show. Good luck with the shop!! |
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PiXiEŽ
- FB Fan -
Chile
6 Posts |
Posted - 07/29/2005 : 21:37:43
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quote:
The question:
Which is the more important, taking responsiblity for my business (which is gonna close anyway but is my last chance to make $ before I lose my job) or see the Pixies live for possibly the last time, and hear songs like The sad punk and blown away live for the first time?
my impossible dream (for now) is go to see the pixies.
if i had to sell all my music instruments and stuff to make that dream come true...
believe me. i'll do it gladly.
Total la vida es una Porkeria!!! |
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ccuadros
* Dog in the Sand *
Chile
1315 Posts |
Posted - 07/31/2005 : 09:52:13
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quote:
Originally posted by PiXiEŽ
quote:
The question:
Which is the more important, taking responsiblity for my business (which is gonna close anyway but is my last chance to make $ before I lose my job) or see the Pixies live for possibly the last time, and hear songs like The sad punk and blown away live for the first time?
my impossible dream (for now) is go to see the pixies.
if i had to sell all my music instruments and stuff to make that dream come true...
believe me. i'll do it gladly.
Total la vida es una Porkeria!!!
definitively it worth it, I spent a lot of money in order to watch them in Brazil, but worth each dollar that I spent..I´ll remeber all days in my life.
In fact I was changing my job and one of my conditions to the new employer was that he had to wait until i returned... 
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VoVat
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
USA
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Posted - 08/05/2005 : 17:42:56
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quote:
my impossible dream (for now) is go to see the pixies.
You should totally dream the impossible dream. And beat the unbeatable foe, while you're at it.
I was all out of luck, like a duck that died. I was all out of juice, like a moose denied. |
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JustJeff
- FB Fan -
53 Posts |
Posted - 08/30/2005 : 21:54:43
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| you (all) are so cool... |
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HereComesYourMac
- FB Fan -
United Kingdom
16 Posts |
Posted - 09/01/2005 : 10:17:07
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Trust me when I say this (bearing in mind I am freakishly obsessed with the Pixies).
Seeing them live is simply one of the most breathtaking, enjoyable and connecting experiences ever. Being surrounded by a mass of bodies jumping and stamping about and screaming back the words the the songs you love while your idols sit atop a stage and make sweet sweet music as blissful as t'was the day you first heard it is simply one of the greatest things you can ever ever do. Ever. and I mean that.
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