Whew! The guys may disagree (at least a little-I can't imagine what it is like to LIVE in a casino for two months), but this summer has most definitely flown by for me this year! I am blown away by how FANTASTIC this summer's 'Back To The Shore: Through The Decades and More' show was. Between the lighting, the choreography, the guys' sound, the staging/set, the set list and the guys' chemistry with each other on stage, no person (new fan or seasoned Chaser) could have left the theater not loving it from start to finish. :) Bottom line, it was just simply a GREAT show! :)
I wanted to take a minute to thank all of the men of SNC, including of course Richard Korby, Blake Minor and David Britz for all of their hard work in making this summer possible for all of us. Not to be forgotten are the stage crew and all of the many others that we may not know about who played an instrumental role in the production of this residency. I also must give a HUGE shout out to the WONDERFUL staff of The Concert Venue. Ms. Ida and her crew were so kind to all of the Chasers. I will miss her along with Shannon, Leelee, Deanna, Jasmine, Kristin, Chiquita, Missy, Joanne and all of the other ushers who were so much fun to hang out with (and dance the show away up top many nights!). I know that I will keep in touch with several of you! :) Oh, and I don't want to forget Cary, or as we liked to call him, 'Faux-Merch'. I'll miss teasing him about not sellling enough merchandise and questioning his book choice! My heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all of you! :)
Chasers new and old, near and far were given the opportunity to meet up, spend time together, get to know each other better and friendships amongst us were formed and deepened. I hope the guys know what a role they have played in creating such a bond between so many people. It has truly become quite a 'Chaser Family' and I am eternally thankful for it. From the regular shows, to the PBS special taping, to the last weekend 'ChaserCon LDW 2011', I have memories that will last my lifetime.
I want to wish everyone restful, enjoyable and WELL-DESERVED time off. Take this time to do whatever it is that YOU want to do. May your time with your loved ones be blessed. You have blessed US all summer!
Much love and appreciation to all,
Tara :)
This definitely was a summer to remember. I only had 5 days in AC with you Chasers and SNC, but they were unforgettable in every way. The show could not have been any better!! ? Tara said it all. Love all of you!! Can't wait to see you Chasers and SNC again! Dallas, Oct 14th is only 5 days away - Fall Tour opening night of a whole new show! Yay!! See ya there, Rosa, SJ, Esther, et al!
I miss the summer! I miss the Chasers! I miss The Concert Venue staff! I miss the #SNCDanceTeam section! I miss the shows!
Let's do it!! Let's do IT!! Let's DO IT!! LET'S DO IIIIITTTTTT!!! I miss you and all the Chasers!!!
We seriously need to rewind the clock!!! I miss all of our #shenanigans!!!
Def. a huge shout out to Ms. Ida and the crew-- thank you for sticking up for us, for all the hugs, and for all the smiles EVERY time you saw us. It was truly a summer to remember. I can honestly say that this was the best summer of my life, I have made friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.
I miss summer already! It's been a week and I can't even function. Is it November yet? Miss everybody!
aaaaaaaaaaaaawwwwwwww. Well said Tara. I am glad my chaserfriends had a fantastic snc summer.
@Kary I am, too! :( Must rewind the clock!
@Carol-Thanks for your kind words about my post! I just wanted to get something down that skimmed the surface of my appreciation. Welcome to the 'Chaser Family'! :)
WOW...what a GREAT summary of the thoughts/feelings I thought were impossible to put into words...well said Tara!!
Although I attended a few shows this summer, I was not "in touch" with any Chasers until this past week via Twitter, Facebook, etc and it has been such a great way to hold on to that Awesome feeling of the shows this summer...I look forward to hopefully meeting some of you at future shows this fall while the guys are on tour, everyone has been so welcoming to the "Chaserville" commmunity...what a great group of people following and support such a great and talented group of guys!!!
*pouting* I want that summer back!!!
It's so nice to hear that others echo my thanks and appreciation for the AMAZING summer with which we were blessed!!! :)
I'm *seriously* missing the show and spending time with my Chaser family! :) Summer was just soooo good!!! :)
It was an amazing summer and I was glad to be able to get to the shows that I did. Loved meeting all the chasers I hadn't met before, you all ROCK. Also was terrific to catch up with all those I had met before. look forward to when we all get to meet again! I also add my thanks to all those Tara mentioned above, you all are the best.
Tara, you have put into words what we have all tried to express about our SNC summer experience. This truly was a magical summer for us as well (me, mom and the hubbies when they got to go to a show...lol). I can't thank the guys enough and special thanks as well to all the other people who made this summer possible....Korby, David Britz, Blake Minor, Atlantic Records, Stiletto, Harrah's, the staff of the Concert Venue/Box Office/Front Desk/Restaurants and most importantly...the families and friends of the 10 members of SNC who sacrificed all summer so that they could share their amazing talent with all of us. THANK YOU...for more than I'll ever be able to explain. I'm also grateful to all the Chasers that I've had the pleasure of meeting and sharing this magical experience with...you all are the only ones who totally understand the bond we share. Love you all and can't wait for November!!
Thank you Tara for putting into words what many of us are feeling. A truly unbelieveable summer for so many reasons. Here's to friendships, old and new, memories to last a lifetime and to the future of more to come. xoxo :)
This was by far, the best ever SNC show so far.
I loved the difference from the short clip of the boys band medly, which I own in entirety & can probably mimic the choreography, & the new bit!
The quality of our guys talent has soared!
I could not say it any better than you just did Tara. It was so wonderful meeting you this summer and so many of my Chaser friends. You rock girl! I love you one and all!
Tara I wish I had the ease of putting my thought down the way you do. As always you rock. I could ramble on and on but I will spare the population of "Chaserville" and just say If there is to be aother summer better then this I might just have a heart attack.
We are truly truly blessed and I am grateful for all the good that has come inot my life. Everybody recoup and get ready for the Fall tour. It's right around the corner. : )
Well said, Tara! and I completely agree.
Tara, awesome thread and amen! Props to you as well and all the Chaser faithful who captured some of the wonder and shared it with those of us who could not make it out there. The enthusiasm from the guys and for the guys is truly appreciated.
I'm crying! Well said Tara!!
I don't think the guys really know how much they have done for us. I have never had so much fun!! I love my Chaser family!
Tara - a very cool thread! I love how you know the venue's staff names......another reason you are our Chaser Of The Month!!!
I have nothing to add- Tara said it so well. Thanks to everyone for a FANTASTIC summer- including you, Tara!