Starry-Eyed Down Memory Lane
It seems like yesterday, yet an eternity ago, when I swooned over the Beatles. I didn't see them in person in 1964 when they were at the Empire Stadium in Vancouver but I did get a copy of their promotional photo sent to the Vancouver Sun and given to me by a friend who worked at the newspaper. George was my favorite. We all know what happened to him and the other Beatles but I am curious about the girls fiddling with the hair of the famous four. This was a highlight day for them but as life moved on each woman would have had a personal tale to tell of future hardships and glory.
I was small amid tall trees after stepping away from old scrapbooks to explore a local forest. My mood was starry-eyed but now at the grandeur of the moment. The snow had melted but the stairs were slippery. Few
people were out. Almost alone in the well the woods, I felt part of a larger
mysterious scheme. "We are all a thread in the talent tapestry,” author
Michele Jennae wrote, “A snapshot in the cosmic, collective collage.”
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Oh yes - I was starry-eyed for the Beatles, especially George :)
ReplyDeleteMy sister, although not fame bound, has also had a very difficult path, largely self-created, which is still impacting those around her.
And love that winding stair path through the woods! How unique!
I loved the Beatles, too!
DeleteStars do burn out, but their light shines on for us long after that event!
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ReplyDeleteThe Beatles had a lot of girls swooning, I remember seeing them for the first time on the Ed Sullivan show. Your sister looks beautiful, are these photos part of your scrapbook. The stairs in the forest looks like a real workout, but a beautiful walk in the forest. Take care, have a happy new week!
Yes, I have a book of memorabilia some of which my sister might have wanted shown publicly but carefully while respecting her privacy. It’s a balancing act. :)
Deletetruly a wonderful post sharing your 'memory lane' ~ It all goes by in a blink ~ Xo
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A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)
Beautiful and loving tribute. I agree, with your sister's words about our place in life. When feeling overwhelmed I turn to the sky; it makes any problem appear smaller.
ReplyDeleteI kind of wonder about the people who support the stars, like extras in movies and such. What are they doing now I think.
ReplyDeleteI’m a great fan of Pavarotti for his singing. I felt drained for a while after his death. Stars come and go, which reminds me of “Stars” by Janis Ian. Your sister would be shining bright when remembered. The stairs in the forest looks thrilling and beautiful.
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Thank you, Yoko, for introducing me to Janis Ian and the soulful song. Here are just some of the lyrics:
DeleteStars, they come and go
They come fast or slow
They go like the last light of the sun, all in a blaze
And all you see is glory
But it gets lonely there
When there's no one here to share
We can shake it away if you'll hear a story
I like to think of the stars as people I have lost over years but they are still there shining as bright as ever.
ReplyDeleteRingo was my favourite!
ReplyDeleteLove the photos especially the stairs in the forest. How extraordinary!
Happy Tuesday, Penelope!
I have not collected photographs of celebrities but I always like to have books signed by the author whenever I get a chance. A couple are especially precious to me, where I have actually been able to spend time with the author and get to know him or her a little.
ReplyDeleteWow. Quite the trip down Memory Lane.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing at https://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2022/01/seen-on-blue-ridge-parkway.html
Huge Beatle fan too! My sister, famous in our family for getting a PhD, however, had a tough and short life, much of her own making, perhaps...
ReplyDeleteWho knows what really goes on in anyone's head.
It would have been interesting to find out about the lives of those young ladies after this photo op. Still telling the story of that day no doubt. I was a big Luciano Pavarotti fan, probably because I grew up in a house where my dad used to sing opera, as he sang and played the piano and I would turn the sheet music. Your sister’s collection of photos is very interesting and are great photos of your sister. I liked the quote by Michele Jennae. I also liked the photo of the steps among the trees, and wondering if I could ever reach the top. Not likely but I can dream, lol!
ReplyDeleteThis really is a perfect post Maria -- j remembering the joy and laughter of the past but still enjoying and learning from today. Being out in nature is my best way to hold on to both. Thank you for the inspiration and the fun.
ReplyDeleteI still remember the first time I heard of the Beatles, a magazine article and pictures. I was on a CYO drill team bus. I saw them on Ed Sullivan but never in person. We did walk the Abby Road crosswalk in 2018. I wonder if those girls are their girlfriends? I love the tapestry quote and will save it.
ReplyDeleteI loved the Beatles too and was a teenager when they came on the scene. How neat to see the photos and hear some of your memories!
ReplyDeleteP.S. Thanks for linking to Mosaic Monday!
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