HDNet Concert Series

Just a reminder ...

Sunday, December 23rd
3:00 PM EST
Taylor Hicks'

Whomp at the Warfield

From HDNET TV
The American Idol winner thrills and entertains
with his blend of high energy rock, funk, and soul,
live from The Warfield Theater in San Francisco, CA.

Still waiting for the DVD

A bit of trivia:

HDTV was launched September 2001 by co-founders Mark Cuban, owner of Dallas Mavericks, and Philip Garvin of Colorado Studios.

Feel The Magic

Though this poem was orginally written as a tribute to David Soul,

I couldn't help but compare how well it fit the magic that

Taylor Hicks has brought into our lifes!

In a crowded street I did stand, lonely, empty inside, a void.
Waiting for someone, or something to fill my empty heart and soul.

All around me I hear noise, strident sounds that hurt the ears, harsh music that torments the senses.
I cover my ears and run though the streets, pushing through the crowds of blank and empty people …

Yearning to be filled with feelings long past forgotten.
I fall to my knees and drop my hands from my ears, expecting them to burst with the agony from the noise ...

When, softly, faintly, I hear a sweet voice, that touches my sore heart.
I listen … straining to find what way to go ... to search for this tenderness of song.
I pick my self up and begin to stumble forward, becoming surer of foot as the music grows stronger.

I stop at the edge of a beautiful forest, green, fresh, and clean.
I follow the sounds drifting toward me, with eagerness, as if to meet a long lost lover.

The songs fill my empty soul with emotions I thought were dead.
The melodies that were lofting, made nature seem to dance …
As the clouds did smile, and the winds did cry, and trees would caress one with each branch.

I moved into a clearing, where a man sat strumming a guitar …
Singing those wonderful melodies that brought me from so far away.
His eyes twinkled at me as I sat down at his feet.

Before he began to sing again, he softly touched my hair.
And then his voice did fill the wind and all the air around me.
Then my heart and soul did fill to the brim with emotions that were once lost.

My heart did fill with love and hope ... once again I felt at peace, and my soul laughed with joy and cried for all the pain of humanity.

I now felt whole again, thanks to this magical man, whose heart and voice did again bring life into this once empty, lonely, human.

And thanks to the magic of the the worldwide web here is a little musical flashback to enjoy!

I made this music player at MyFlashFetish.com.


David Soul called himself The Covered Man.
He wore a ski mask and asked only to be known for his music.
It was on The Merv Griffin Show that he was spotted by talent scout, Renee Valente who, at the time, was head of a new talent scheme for Columbia Television.
These two men didn't ask for much .... David asked to be known only for his music ...and Taylor asked only for a chance to have his voice heard.

I believe in

You have to believe we are magic
Nothin' can stand in our way
You have to believe we are magic
Don't let your aim ever stray
And if all your hopes survive
Your destiny will arrive
I'll bring all your dreams alive
For you

If Wishes Were Snowflakes

My Holiday Wishes to Taylor,
his family and his Soul Patrol!

If wishes were * snowflakes * I'd be sending you a blizzard this year!

I wish you love and peace
throughout the coming year.
May happiness and laughter,
fill your life with cheer.

I wish you an abundance of sunshine
for each and every day.
May memories all be good ones,
with every passing day.

May your clouds have silver linings
and your rainbows a pot of gold.
May you listen without judgment,
to things that you've been told.

May you follow in God's footsteps,
as you travel down life's road,
And may He ease your burdens,
to lighten every load.

A "Merry Christmas" I extend
to bring good cheer to you.
I wish this and so much more
May every dream come true!

A Blessed Holiday To All
From my little pond,

Taylor Hicks My Idol!

Hugs, Bloom

Gift Of Love

HELP SEND A MERRY CHRISTMAS TO THE TORRES CHILDREN!

Yesterday I passed along Taylor's Angels plea for your help for the Bruce Torres family who recently lost everything in a tragic house fire.

The SOUL PATROL is working together through The Whomp Swamp and Taylor's Angels to give a holiday gift of LOVE to the two Torres boys, ages 7 and 10.

As the promoter of Taylor Hicks' Hagerstown concert, Bruce gave a wonderful welcome to Taylor ... this is our opportunity to say "Thank You."

For those of you who are unable to send a donation or

giftcard directly,
but would still like to help us be sure these boys have a

great Christmas,
another option is to make a donation through paypal to:
evancol@aol.com

before midnight on December 20.

You CAN use your Visa or Mastercard.
You will receive an email confirmation of your donation with a copy going to Taylor’s Angels.
The totals will be posted on Taylor's Angels and

at The Whomp Swamp.

All the donations will be combined, and one Walmart Giftcard will be sent overnight to the Torres Family.

They can then ALL shop on Christmas Eve for presents and goodies for the holidays!

MAKE THIS A HAPPY HOLIDAY FOR THESE DEAR CHILDREN AND WONDERFUL FAMILY!

PLEASE GO TO: www.paypal.com and send your contribution to

evancol@aol.com

Have a happy and blessed Christmas!

Taylor’s Angels and The Whomp Swamp

It's important to remember too,
that even the Littlest of Angels is needed!

Happy Holidays, Bloom

Christmas, my child, is love in action.

Every time we love, every time we give,

It's Christmas.

Dale Evans

A Plea To The Soul Patrol From Taylor's Angels

If you have visited Taylor's Scrapbook Tribute you will recognize these two photos of Bruce and Cassie Torres of Cabana Cove Concerts along with their outstanding crew.

They are the promoters responsible for bringing Taylor to Hagerstown, Maryland ... and as you know one of the highlights of the Taylor Hicks 2007 tour ... was his performance on July 6th in Hagerstown, Maryland.

These are the people who made sure right down to the very last detail that Taylor's reception in Hagerstown was phenomenal!

Now they need the help of Taylor's Soul Patrol!

Over the weekend, Taylor's Angels received an email from Mr. Torres stating that he and his family had just lost everything in a massive fire that destroyed their home and everything they owned.

Teri from Taylor's Angels has asked that the Soul Patrol rally together and help this family during the holiday season!!

"We realize that you are probably wondering why we ask for support for this family, but we can't emphasize enough that this particular man and his wife are totally dedicated to promoting Taylor Hicks and his music any way possible!
Their belief in Taylor is strong and has never wavered.

Taylor’s Angels has continued to correspond with Mr. Torres over the months because of his true dedication to Taylor Hicks and his firm belief in Taylor’s amazing artistry.
In working with Mr. Torres to send over 60 children within the community to the July 6 concert, Taylor’s Angels became increasingly aware that this promoter was actually promoting Taylor Hicks, his artistry and his music and was focused on that aspect more so than the bottom dollar.
His attention to every detail regarding Taylor’s visit to Hagerstown was impeccably thought out.
As a result, Taylor set the one day sales record for tickets at the legendary Maryland Theatre, where his idol Ray Charles had once played.
As everyone is well aware by now, Taylor’s performance in Hagerstown was one of the best of the summer tour.
All the fan sites were talking about his energy, passion and song selection.
We believe Taylor knew the passion with which this show was promoted and was touched by the love he felt in this small community.

We hope that the Soul Patrol will rise to the aid of this incredible promoter who so deeply respects the artistry of Taylor Hicks and believes in his future!

We ask that, if you are able, you will send toys or gift cards to this family who has suffered such tragedy.
They have two boys, ages 10 and 7, who need toys.
The oldest is an artist and loves to draw and the youngest loves to build things.
Department store gift cards would also be a blessing and would allow them to purchase food, clothing and other necessities.
Anything you can do would be of tremendous help!

The address for you to send your items is:
Mr. Bruce Torres
17734 Burnside Avenue
Hagerstown, MD 21740

If you need more information, please email us at taylors_angels@yahoo.com.
We thank you for your generous support and wish you all a joyous holiday!"


Teri I hope that the SP reaches out and embraces this family the way that they embraced Taylor Hicks ... with open arms and big hearts!!
I cannot even begin to imagine what they are going through right now and my hearts aches to know they have lost everything.
It must be a horrendous experience and we can only be thankful that no one was harmed.

Everytime I read Tina's posts about Bruce and Cassie and Cabana Cove Concerts, I am moved anew at how truly unique these promoters are, their love of Taylor and his music speaks for itself.
I copied one of the posts that Bruce sent to the SP from Taylor's scrapbook and hope you don't mind if I post it here.

Mr. Torres and his wife, Cassie, were speechless after reading some of the comments on the various fan sites regarding how well received Taylor's concert was in their small hometown.
They sent their warmest thanks and wished to respond to Taylor's fans in this manner:

"To all the fans who sent messages regarding the Hagerstown concert, my wife, Cassie, and I want to thank you for the kind words.

It was our first concert production and we were honored to have Taylor Hicks as our guest.
Those of you who were there know what a special night it was.

For so many others who could not attend but got to listen in or see some of the video, I am sure you could feel it as well.

Being able to bring so many children to the show was as much a gift to us as it was to them.
For one little girl who had recently revealed an unbearable past, it became a very special night.
The only peace she has known over the last year has been his music.
Her mother told me that looking up at the pictures of Taylor on her wall gave her something to smile about.
She was the first person I brought in to meet Taylor during the meet and greet.
Nothing will ever erase her horrible experiences, but in that one moment sitting next to Taylor Hicks, the world became a better place.

Taylor Hicks' music is his vehicle, but his caring and compassionate nature is the "heart and soul" of the artist.

It was a pleasure to be a small part of the magic that is following him around.
We hope to have him back in Hagerstown sometime, and we hope to see some of you again."
Bruce and Cassie Torres
Cabana Cove Concerts


Kudos to Taylor Angels' for reaching out to the SP and asking that we show our support by giving back some of what Bruce and Cassie Torres have given to Taylor and to us!!!

We need only remember Taylor's words that night ... whether you were there or listened to the cellcert or watched the outstanding videos from this concert ...
"This is the warmest reception I have ever received"


Phyllis from The Official Soul Patrol responded:

"This is very sad to read about ..... This family stood by Taylor and his dreams ... They believe in DREAMS ... WE as Taylor's FAMILY of Dreamers and Dream achievers MUST COME TOGETHER and give with all that we can ... so we can stand as GOOD WILL AMBASSADORS of the TAYLOR HICKS fan club ...f or those children who have had a black cloud placed over the memory of Christmas this year ... WE NEED TO REPLACE THAT MEMORY ... with a RAINBOW ....... I ask that everyone who has been BLESSED by TAYLOR ... or by being A TAYLOR FAN .... give something ,... no matter how little it need be but lets pull together and show these people what Christmas means to "SOUL PATROL"

Gift cards ... a secret SANTA present .. a shirt ... anything attached with HOPE
WE CAN WE SHOULD!!!
LETS GIVE BACK TO A FAMILY THAT HAS SHOWN UNDYING LOVE for TAYLOR HICKS and HIS DREAMS!!!

GOD BLESS THOSE WHO BROUGHT THIS STORY TO US ...
Now we all can be TAYLOR ANGELS and help heal this FAMILY........
GOD BLESS TAYLOR'S FANS ...
Lets make this a CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER IN A HAPPY WAY FOR THIS FAMILY PLEASE.!!!

P.S. To the member that has brought this to our attention ... please email me, every available way to send gifts of hope to this family.... ASAP.... these children must receive XMas gifts everyway possible ... I want to send them a Letter from Santa ... PLEASE EMAIL ME WITH CONTACT INFO ... thank you.
To the family ... I promise you ... this disaster will bring you a rainbow full of love and needs met ....
This is the time of year that great miracles HAPPEN ... you will come through this ... I PROMISE YOU THAT.... this website is powerful when prayers begin for someone ....Your name is on top of each prayer list all over the world ...
I am going after I sign off, to make a special visit at the North Star and with my fleet of Angels ... YOU WILL SEE great things will come your way... GOD Bless and GOD'S SPEED WITH EACH OF YOU"

Teri and Phyllis thank you for your compassionate hearts, thank you to Taylor's Angels for bringing this to our attention.
I hope we have touched your heart and you will add your support as well as your prayers for this family.
We CAN make a difference ... we are The Soul Patrol!!

Bloom

For more information on Taylor’s Hagerstown, Maryland show and how Mr. Torres impacted this community, please check out the links below:
http://taylorsangels.blogspot.com/2007_07_01_archive.html

Scrapbook page:
http://community-2.webtv.net/bloomtaliercio/soulfullofheart/

In The Spotlight - Update

Liberty Bowl President's Gala

Entertainment by

American Idol winner Taylor Hicks
Party through the night at the premier black tie event of the season.

Join dignitaries and celebrities from across the nation for an evening of food, drink, dancing and entertainment.
FOR MORE INFORMATION,

CALL THE TICKET OFFICE AT (901) 795-7700

The 49th Auto Zone Liberty Bowl

Versus

TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT !!!!

A REMINDER
The 49th annual Auto Zone Liberty Bowl will be played Saturday,
December 29, 2007 at 3:30 p.m. CST at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium in Memphis.

GOOD NEWS

The game will be televised on ESPN.

EVEN BETTER NEWS
The Auto Zone Liberty Bowl will be the only football game on television Saturday in that time slot.

THE BEST NEWS

In addition to Taylor headlining the Liberty Bowl half-time show and the Liberty Bowl President's Gala the night before, Taylor will be receiving the Bowl's OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD that night!!

Woo hoo he is only 31, what an honor!!

Each year this award is presented by the Bowl to an individual or group who has exhibited excellence both in their chosen field and in service to their community.

Some past recipients include Little Richard, B.B. King, Lou Rawls, Clint Black and Alabama.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The 2007 Auto Zone Liberty Bowl will again support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

This is a partnership that brings together a college-football tradition, and an internationally recognized biomedical research center dedicated to finding cures for catastrophic diseases in children.

http://shop.stjude.org/GiftCatalog/shop.do?cID=11692

The Auto Zone Liberty Bowl Football Classic will increase awareness of the lifesaving work performed at St. Jude Hospital for cancer-stricken children by providing international exposure.

For those of you that will actually be watching the football game and not just the half-time show :-)

From CollegeFootballNews.com

Ranking All 32 Bowl Games

#18

Auto Zone Liberty Bowl
UCF vs. Mississippi State

Admit it. You wanted to finally get a chance to see UCF's Kevin Smith, but you missed the Conference USA championship game because you were out shopping with the family. With 2,448 rushing yards and 29 touchdowns, he's a superstar player who's flying under the radar. He ran well against Texas, was held in check by South Florida, and now gets a chance to make a big final statement with a chance to break the single season D-I record, held by Barry Sanders, if he gets 181 yards. Mississippi State will be pumped up to be playing in a bowl game and will be sure to bring it maximum effort. Two motivated teams equals a good bowl game.
Stars of the show: 1) UCF RB Kevin Smith, 2) Mississippi State CB Derek