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31 December 2008

After a good sleep, a wee shuftie round the shops and lunch in The Chippy Doon The Lane we made our way up Buchanan Street, towards our next hotel. As we approached George Square I could hear a sound-check in progress. As we entered George Square I could hear 'Down in Mexico' in progress Naturally we stayed and watched/listened until the end (an hour).

Everyone seemed to be present except Paolo but then lo and behold I glanced to my right and there along the pavement was himself

After a bit of embarrassed dithering I decided to go and say hello. Sweet Mary, what an approachable, warm, friendly, down-to-earth, humble individual! He could not have been more patient and kind, especially towards my son which meant alot to me (and said alot about him). He is a credit to his family, to Paisley, to Scotland...
(I'm getting carried away now...! )

A thoroughly decent human-being. Go Paolo! (Please, never change.)

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Beautiful x 2:







(What can I say, I'm shy. I'm in the Witness Protection Programme. I'm descended from highwaymen. I don't wanna be pestered while trying to shop round Tesco. Anonymity is everything )


Sybil Fawlty here, specialist subject 'Stating the bleedin' obvious' but seriously, what an exquisite face:

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I managed to intercept Gavin as he dashed out of the Square:



Slouch, roadie 'n' raconteur :



Gorgeous Boardies (second generation ):



I took several pics during the gig, the majority of which didn't work out (blurred rubbish). I regret not getting a good one of Mr McDaid as he was looking mighty-fine indeed, all smooth-shaven 'n' natty threads.

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1 January 2009

A deserted Argyle Street on New Year's Day morning...



(I'll take the fella in the top-right window if you don't mind )

Back in the frozen north, four miles from home:





And that's it. The End

absolutely stunning pictures Schneckie!!! All of them seen like you had a great time!
"Sweet Mary, what an approachable, warm, friendly, down-to-earth, humble individual! " aaaaaw!! and I love his cap

Schneckie, fantastic photos! A truly memorable trip for you. Thanks for sharing.

Helloooooooooooooooooooooo !!
Just a wee hello,I'm back at home now,laundry and resting after my 10 hrs journey back home keeping me away from the puter....but I'm uploading my vids to youtube now,they may be there in around 10 lightyears
Schneckie,great pics !!!
It was a pleasure to meet you and your son !

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Originally posted by sambista:
Helloooooooooooooooooooooo !!
Just a wee hello,I'm back at home now,laundry and resting after my 10 hrs journey back home keeping me away from the puter....but I'm uploading my vids to youtube now,they may be there in around 10 lightyears
Schneckie,great pics !!!
It was a pleasure to meet you and your son !

glad you're back can't wait to see your videos!

Schneckie those ice pics are PHENOMONAL!

I love the photos of you & Paolo, I wish the arena had been that quiet when we arrived

Thank You for sharing your pics

Sambista - I'm glad you got home safe I bet the cats are pleased to see you

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Awww, glad you liked the pics ladies

Stumbling upon the sound-check was pure serendipity and it made me very happy indeed



Oh Sambista, it was lovely to meet you too

(Blimey, what a long journey home you had. Phew. Rest 'n' relax....)

Paula, aren't the icicles something else...?? You can't really tell from the pic but they are massive - 2-3ft long. Incredible sight. Glad you liked them

Aye, aye, Hogmanay 2008 was most memorable indeed, from start to finish

25 more lightyears till my videos will be up...we just had a power blackout here during the uploading process , how amusing

Oh...btw I spotted myself and Schneckie in the crowd at some pics from The Ray Summers last myspace blog What a pleasure...

I'll try uploading again overnight,bedtime here,tomorrow means...WORKING AGAIN

Good night ladies

lucky you paula
schneckie your pictures left me speechless again, you are really talented..they make me fell like i'm truly there..and so you know, you can try to hide but cannot hide that beautiful smile

looking forward to your vids sambista.. just be gentle to your computer..

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Schneckie:
Back in the frozen north, four miles from home:



Schneckie, this picture is absolutely amazing. Is it a water fall?

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Originally posted by Schneckie:
>> By the way, Son of Schneckie looks quite tall. <<

A shade under 6' 2" Michelle - so yeah, pretty tall. (Most modern kids seem to be bloody giants, don't they??)

Yes, all of them except for my son. He's on the small side.

All of your pictures are amazing. Thanks so much for sharing them.

Below are the links to Paula's videos on youtube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J7ZMgY83IEU&sdig=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ws73C87-wcs&sdig=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKukHInYwCo&sdig=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXPh_SLZbuk&sdig=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIlQYPx1PQM&sdig=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yeQ6_UTJne0&sdig=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSLIi-AaYhM&sdig=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XhJR1-rA0Dc&sdig=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuDgRPVa-Ds&sdig=1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tRvU1U7AoGU&sdig=1

You can just feel all this excitement in the air. Must have been a great night. Paula, thanks so much for sharing!