The Boys of Summer-Don Henley

Time to put my cares aside and start the Big Prep for the Big GIG.
SUMMERFEST

Now I realize that those of you who are not in this area may not be aware of the BIGGEST MUSIC FESTIVAL in the entire US...but this is it. Right on the Lake and nonstop music, 8 different stages, 11 days...not to mention all of the fantastic food, shopping kiosks, and pure cool breeze driving in off the waterfront!
Yeah...it's heaven!
A pricey heaven, but still heaven!

Needless to say, I always skip opening day which is titled the BIG BANG. THis is the night of the huge fireworks extravaganza, drawing crowds that are so close one can not help but make new friends with awkward memories! Still, I choose to stay home for this day!

But Friday, the 1st of July...I will venture down.
During the day there are usually local bands jamming up on the stages. People soak up as much sun and suds as they can, take 4:00 naps on the grass by the water, then begin to gear up again for the evening events.

So Friday, my very favorite local band is scheduled to play. I would not miss them for the world. I see them often at bars in the winter months, but there is nothing like seeing them outside, in a crowd. As stated before, I am in total love with the bassist. (Yes, I like bassists) Many girls slither around the stage waiting to talk to him at breaks. I do not. I watch him from afar. I have spoken to him twice. Once at a club when H went to use the restroom. I sat still, gazing at the crowd. Made eye contact from across the circular bar, got him a much deserved beer to draw him back my way...pointed at it...and here he came. We talked, introduced eachother...then of course H who is outa the restroom in unfortunate record time, but he stayed...eyes glistening in pleasant conversation. I spoke to him once more...similar situation. This night I was just out with the girls...but bands take such short breaks, don't they? LOL Yes girls...that is HIM in the pic...and if you are dating him...I NEVER touched him...OK?

So I will see him and the band on Friday...then another local band...then the main act which I struggle between Something Corporate..."totally alternative"...and Tom Petty..."totally rock"

Hmmmm... guess I will have to see what the day brings!!!

So bring on SUMMER
Bring on the BOYS of it
Bring it all ON!!!!!!!!!!

Mental Note: Must probably start speaking to H before Friday. Hmmmmm.