John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 15 Aug 09 - 01:27 PM

Link

John

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 15 Aug 09 - 01:19 PM

I can see... me! They'll let anybody look.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Jeri
Date: 15 Aug 09 - 01:12 PM

I think anybody should be able to view the photos if they're public. I'm not logged in and it's letting me look.

I swear I was awake for the whole concert!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 15 Aug 09 - 01:03 PM

http://www.flickr.com/photos/65978437@N00/sets/72157621920113225/

Piccies from Jed Marum House Concert.
Sorry but if you don't have Flickr, I don't think you can see them.

John

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 15 Aug 09 - 09:05 AM

Sorry about the silliness. John's visit was an excuse for music music and more music. Jed's house concert coincided and I don't ever remember a night with more musicians playing more instruments and passing them around slightly reluctantly like a mother with a newborn baby.Jed was brilliant. His friends showed up with banjos and guitars. John and Kendall joined in along with Jeri. There was some singing but mostly instruments. Blue Grass, Traditional Folk, Singer Song Write Folk, C&W, Blues... And the night definitly belongs above the line.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 15 Aug 09 - 04:14 AM

... Woman made a fool outta me...

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: GUEST,Abiageal
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 10:58 PM

"My original post still holds good, this thread should be in the BS section."

Date: 11 Aug 09 - 11:15 AM

---

Yes, we read and deleted several requests and nonetheless decided to keep the thread in the music section. Despite the chit-chat, the thread has to do with music gatherings. The world will not come to an end if this thread stays where the originator put it.
-Joe Offer, Forum Moderator-

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Jeri
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 08:19 PM

Nobody, not even Alice, peed on anything that I know of.

I think Mary had fleas (in her house) before the arrival of the guests.

...Singin' Tea for Texas, Tea for...

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 08:05 PM

So, maybe it was you what brought in the fleas?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Peace
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 07:59 PM

I'm a bit confused. Has MacKenzie been peeing on things?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Jeri
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 07:52 PM

You know, they say she's not half bad.

I think (and we're talking about the cat that pees on things) it's more like 1/4 of her that's not bad. She slept on me though, and I lived to tell about it. Little darling...

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 07:37 PM

Alice? Hmmmm... always wondered about Alice.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Jeri
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 07:03 PM

OK, Mary. I take it back. There were still two musicians there when I left. It could have been either of them or the tea could have been left over from breakfast.

Or Alice did it.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 06:59 PM

Sorry, J. I over protracted.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Jeri
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 06:49 PM

Anyone who does not wish to discuss the subject should try to avoid opening on the thread.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Peace
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 06:43 PM

Take the bag out before ya heat the tea. It will blow up in the microwave and make a big mess that gets all covered with growing green things.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Jeri
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 06:19 PM

I suspect I know whodunnit, but I ain't sayin'.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: bfdk
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 06:12 PM

Nah.. Alice doesn't do T. She does P.. :o))

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 07:53 AM

Next he'll be blaming Alice...

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 05:18 AM

Not I madam, I don't like microwaves, and don't really know how to use them either.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: jacqui.c
Date: 14 Aug 09 - 04:57 AM

Going shopping today.


Hehehehehehehehehe...............

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 13 Aug 09 - 09:41 PM

Which of you numbnuts put half a cup of tea in the microwave and forgot it? The furry, lumpy mess attacked me when I opened the door tonight. GROSS! MacKenzie????? Marum????? Jeri drinks coffee. Somebody is in deep doo doo.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 13 Aug 09 - 08:05 AM

My posts keep disappearing. Never mind. I'll get you, my pretty. And your little dog too!!!!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 12 Aug 09 - 11:02 PM

Yes   - she really would...

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 12 Aug 09 - 05:25 AM

I think you know the answer to that one Micca.

Thanks for the kind words on the CD folks.

John

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Micca
Date: 12 Aug 09 - 05:24 AM

Jacqui You wouldn't...........?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: jacqui.c
Date: 12 Aug 09 - 04:07 AM

SNIFF.

Mary - just remember - I still have time to go ghastly gift hunting with an eight year old expert AND my brilliant daughter.

Be afraid, be VERY afraid..........

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Maryrrf
Date: 11 Aug 09 - 09:55 PM

I now have a copy of the CD and it' excellent!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 11 Aug 09 - 09:33 PM

Ladies, ladies - LADIES!!! It is a truly lovely CD - but you can't have my copy either.....!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 11 Aug 09 - 02:11 PM

You shall have your copy, one way or another, Jacqui.

MWHAHAHAHAHA Sinsull. Hot day at the farm.

maeve

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 11 Aug 09 - 02:07 PM

Kendall, the Procurer, bought you a copy but it is at my house along with the mother lode. And just maybe - you can't have it and John can't replace it. MWAHAHAHAHA


Bad day at the office...

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: jacqui.c
Date: 11 Aug 09 - 12:11 PM

My husband promised to procure a copy for me. I hope he did........

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 11 Aug 09 - 12:06 PM

Copies are available at all the best places.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 11 Aug 09 - 11:38 AM

I have it and you're not getting it. So there!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: jacqui.c
Date: 11 Aug 09 - 03:23 AM

I'm looking forward to listening to the Cd when I get back home.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 10 Aug 09 - 09:10 PM

Agreed - excellent CD.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 06 Aug 09 - 01:41 PM

Just listening to your CD again, G. It get's better when I repeat it because I get to know the tunes and anticipate certain verses and instrumental change ups.

Thanks again, bud.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Peace
Date: 05 Aug 09 - 07:36 PM

The Canadian Post Office.

Fact: I sent a time-sensitive letter-sized envelope (5" x 7") and paid $10 to ensure it arrived within a few days. Sent three from when I live in Alberta to Edmonton which is also in Alberta. It was there within six days. Sent one to Edmonton from Montreal. It took two days. Had some CDs I sent to people arrive in anywhere from three to twelve days. Sent airmail cds to various places in Australia. One took two months, one three weeks and another FIVE days. Folks, the post office don't make sense no more.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 05 Aug 09 - 07:27 PM

That's an awfully wide target

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 05 Aug 09 - 07:20 PM

Was it aimed at anyone peculiar?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 05 Aug 09 - 07:14 PM

Sorry g, I realised that could be misconstrued, and I posted a clarification, but it seems to have disappeared.
It wasn't aimed at anyone in particular;)
G

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 05 Aug 09 - 07:00 PM

Dia what?????

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 05 Aug 09 - 05:45 PM

G... I still don't have mine working... as you are aware... >;-)

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 05 Aug 09 - 03:14 PM

Diarrhoea is a terrible thing, especially the verbal type.
Should I revive my breathalyser on PC, thread?

John

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 05 Aug 09 - 03:10 PM

Depends... if LH starts posting... forever. Well, until Rap runs him thru or A clubs him to death with a big word.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 05 Aug 09 - 07:59 AM

Maybe they meant 8 days to arrive in the US?
The Post Office has lost packages on me in the past two months. The first losses ever - then two in a row.
This is beginning to look like the Where's Micca? thread. I wonder how long we can keep this going.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 05 Aug 09 - 05:56 AM

As Gary said, I was worried. Thank goodness they have arrived though. That means they took exactly 14 days, when the Canadian post office lady said 8 maximum!
Thanks Mary, I shall be in touch about them ASAP

John

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 04 Aug 09 - 08:02 PM

GREAT news! That was one of his last posts before the last post. He was VERY concerned about the CDs.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 04 Aug 09 - 07:53 PM

That's because I am holding a box of CDs ransom. They finally turned up today. Figures.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 04 Aug 09 - 07:12 PM

Chatted with his nibs a short while ago. 32 hours from Mary's... he showered and decided it was time to sack out. Even his typing sounded tired... but, a good kinda tired.

He had nothing but praise and accolades for his hosts.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 04 Aug 09 - 05:21 PM

I had the chance. But, life happens. My loss.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: ranger1
Date: 04 Aug 09 - 01:53 PM

Wait until you have a chance to hear him in person, g. He's amazing.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 04 Aug 09 - 01:51 PM

Whoa! I was privy to the "early release" of the beta versions of some of these songs. They were great. BUT, these were professionally recorded. I am on track 7 of 17 and I am gobsmacked... especially at the guitar work!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 04 Aug 09 - 01:29 PM

Listening to the CD now.... thanks bud... very much.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Jeri
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 05:23 PM

Of course it's not funny. Do they make flea collars in pearl?

I got something on me from that futon. Luckily, Alice decided she wanted to stay on the futon and get off me. Lovely cat.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 04:50 PM

Seamus the Dog not Seamus Kennedy.
Seamus Kennedy provides other challenges.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 04:39 PM

The flea thing was not funny. Seamus visited, came in the house from my yard and the little bastards were walking all over him. So I checked the cats and they too were infested.
Planned to buy Frontline on my way home from work - fine.
When I arrived at work I put my purse down and a flea jumped off me and onto the desk. GROSS! So I had to have Frontline too.

I went to the ladies room and combed all my hairy parts dreading what I might find - fortunately, nothing.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Jeri
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 04:25 PM

Had a nice breakfast out with da boyz. Remembered Linn's CD and our beautiful plants. There may be a Martin guitar for sale, but there's definitely going to be a Guild D-4 for sale. Thanks to John for not buying the smaller Nick guitar so I could. Unfortunately, he needed it for a gig, so I didn't bring it home. Got to play his fiddle last night too.

Jed was going to give John a ride to Logan. Great to see you guys again. Mary, did John take his sheep home? His fleas?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: GUEST,John MacKenzie
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 11:53 AM

Will do so when I get home Amos, but it's not an old one, it's about 10 years old maybe. Played in nice, comes with an air freight standard Calton case.
But I'm sure you could get one just as good cheaper in the US, have you seen the price of them in the UK? UK price , and that's cheap, they go for five hundred more then that in some places.
John

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 11:50 AM

Don't do it John! He'll be using it to drink booze out of - kinda like a lady's slipper. He'll probably even add coffee and cream. That guitar desearves better.


Cellar?

Actually Amos. John has probably left for the bus depot and won't see your post until he arrives back home.
SINS

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Amos
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 10:36 AM

Jock:

How much for the D28? What year? Send photos.


A

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 10:08 AM

"we had thought of it all by ourselves"

My word. Now I'm really impressed, John. :D

m

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 10:04 AM

It's all in hand, we had thought of it all by ourselves, Jeri will drop it off on her way through.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 10:00 AM

I hope Jeri also remembers her plants and Linn's daylily along with Linn's cd.

m

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 08:43 AM

It is on the CD player in the sunroom. Jeri can get it to you if she remembers.
M

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Bat Goddess
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 08:24 AM

Safe trip, John! Sorry we didn't get to spend much time with you -- this working for a living (and retail hours) really cut into social time with friends.

I'm looking forward to getting your CD into my hands and thus into my CD player!

Hugs,
Linn

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 08:16 AM

It has been fun having John around but the cats are starved for "alone time". My house better be empty when I get home tonight. There was an assortment of groggy bodies stumbling around as I left for work. Why do people get up so early when they don't have to?

Safe trip home, John. We expect to see you and your Apollo guitar back.
Be well, my friend.
Mary

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 07:23 AM

G... though I could only share your travels through cyberspace, I enjoyed it a lot.

Safe journey home.

g

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 03 Aug 09 - 07:17 AM

The welcome couldn't have been warmer, and to top it off with a Jed Marum house concert, attended by Kendall, and a load of other lovely people, that just topped it of.
As for my also aquiring a guitar made by the legendary Nick Apollonio, well it just made things perfect.
Thanks for all the kindness and hospitality, and the bad news is.....I intend to return!

John

Did I say I have a Martin D28 for sale.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 02 Aug 09 - 11:46 PM

Happy trails back home, John. It's been a pleasure to meet you at last, and Truelove and I are so pleased you drove out of your way to stay with us. I've been enjoying your new cd and have already keyed in on a couple of songs I want to learn. Perhaps I'll get to sing for you next time.

An honour guard of mosquitoes will escort your plane as you leave the sky over the Grand Old State of Maine.

We look forward to a repeat visit from you, and we promise we won't tell the mosquitoes.

maeve

PS Please send our warm regards to our mutual friends in Rosehall.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 02 Aug 09 - 08:08 PM

Safe journey home, John...

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Charley Noble
Date: 02 Aug 09 - 03:15 PM

Sinsull-

We've also had Japanese Beattles for years but this year they appeared very late, most likely due to the record rains and relatively cool weather.

John-

Glad you had a chance to see the Eagle. She's a lovely big barque.

Cheerily,
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Micca
Date: 02 Aug 09 - 02:04 PM

Mary that will be some sight!! I would love to see Eagle under a full spread!!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 02 Aug 09 - 12:42 PM

"Hope to see the Eagle sail tomorrow. I work in Old Port."

? Youse don't get New Brunswick Day off?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 02 Aug 09 - 12:06 PM

What are you going on about??? Giok's family is lovely. His grandson Michael is all of six going on seven and as tall as a nine year old. Handsome little guy. I really enjoyed him.
Oh - Ewan and Susie were nice too. The young one and I agreed that there are few things worse than being forced to hug strange old ladies so we shook hands. LOL

Kendall and I have had Japanese beetles for years, Charlie. Are you just seeing them?

Hope to see the Eagle sail tomorrow. I work in Old Port.

Most of the food preparation is done. I am off for a shower.
tata

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Rapparee
Date: 02 Aug 09 - 12:00 PM

And in the galley the lard is with her.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 02 Aug 09 - 09:49 AM

She IS full of grace!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 02 Aug 09 - 08:35 AM

Yup Micca, nice place, nice people, and it's good to visit with Mary again, a gem amongst women.
JM

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Micca
Date: 02 Aug 09 - 07:51 AM

Hey, John, I see you have got your own "Wheres Giok " Thread, Congratulations!!!.
Portland ME is a nice place with some very lovely houses in and around the Old Port (and there are few things better than Old Port) and the people there are pretty good too,
That "Eagle" is a nice looking ship!!, caught a glimpse of her from the train coming through New London CT one trip! Enjoy, I think (if you hadnt already sussed) you are seeing why I go back there when I can!!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 02 Aug 09 - 07:39 AM

Had a lovely day out in Portland yesterday with my family, son Ewan, DiL Susie, and grandson Michael. We visited 2 tall ships that are visiting, the The Eagle, a US Coastguard cutter, and the Barque Peacemaker., which was built as private yacht, and is beautifully fitted out, with lovely woods, and even stained glass panels in the main salon,
John

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 02 Aug 09 - 05:01 AM

They've emerged two weeks ago. Note, however, that they are not bugging John MacKenzie.

Chickens love 'em , Charlie.

m

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Charley Noble
Date: 01 Aug 09 - 09:30 PM

The Japanese Beetles have finally made their appearance in Maine. They're now attacking the wild raspberry bushes.

Charley Noble

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 01 Aug 09 - 06:11 PM

The rest of them are specially trained to dip, dive, and distract.

m

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 01 Aug 09 - 06:04 PM

It's only the squadron leaders that radar have GPS.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: jacqui.c
Date: 01 Aug 09 - 03:27 PM

Well, the little blighters needed SOMEONE for sustenance while I'm away!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 01 Aug 09 - 07:17 AM

They're fitted with GPS devices, John.

m

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 01 Aug 09 - 07:07 AM

Tell them, the imported blood bank has gone south!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 01 Aug 09 - 06:23 AM

It's sunny and cool here this morning, gnu. We're going to have a very pretty day. All the mosquitoes migrated to our farm yesterday evening.

maeve

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 01 Aug 09 - 06:08 AM

Still rainin in Maine?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Bat Goddess
Date: 31 Jul 09 - 08:34 AM

Sunday? I'm working Sunday, alas (but it beats the hell out of working Saturdays which I did all last year).

This working for a living sure cuts in to my (our) social life!

Linn

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 30 Jul 09 - 10:05 PM

Oh yes, I remember OK, me, thee, and Whispering Tom Hall.
It was nice to get back to the Press Room and see old friends, I think that was my 4th visit, maybe even 5th. Don't know if I can make tomorrow night, depends if I can get a lift. Failing that, see you Sunday.

John

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Bat Goddess
Date: 30 Jul 09 - 09:22 PM

Green paper meaning New Knighted Snakes paper moola -- gave it to himself at The Press Room last Friday cuz we couldn't make the festivities in Maine and John didn't bring any CDs with him to New Hampshuh.

That 'splains it -- ('course John knew all along...if he remembers the night at The Press Room at all).

Linn

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 30 Jul 09 - 06:02 AM

Good morning, John. We're happy you enjoyed playing the guitar. I'll bring the Apollonio with me on Sunday, even though my wrist isn't quite up to playing yet.

maeve

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: bfdk
Date: 30 Jul 09 - 12:55 AM

Terry? TERRY!!!

Ah.. he's on his way to Sidmouth. I'd better get going, too.

Enjoy the rest of your stay pondside!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 29 Jul 09 - 09:43 PM

The Princess Herself takes that as a compliment.....

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: kendall
Date: 29 Jul 09 - 09:40 PM

I always feel lifted seeing you.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 29 Jul 09 - 09:35 PM

Kendall - so happy you felt lifted after being at our place/\......

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 29 Jul 09 - 08:12 PM

Hmm, I played a 6 string of his at maeve's and, while I know he's famed for his 12 strings, I'd adore to own one of his 6s. Especially if it were as nice as maeve's one.

JM

Yes the lobsters were divine, thanks Tom and Deborah

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: GUEST,Kendall
Date: 29 Jul 09 - 07:34 PM

I've been feeling pretty low these past few days due to the death of my dear friend, Sandy Paton. I just wanted to hide and grieve, but I fought that urge and went to a dinner party at Deb and Toms house. Tom cooks Lobsters as good as I do! sniff. I'm glad I went; good food and company, and today I went sailing with Gordon and Carol.
Gordon told me that Nick Apollonio is back to making instruments again after a long layoff.
He is as fine a luthier as I've ever met, and his prices are very low compared to his ability.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Rapparee
Date: 29 Jul 09 - 07:19 PM

In Maine...well, the boy never did have a lick o' sense. Couldn't pour piss outa a boot with the directions on the heel.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 29 Jul 09 - 10:40 AM

What green paper? Did you give me some mid-concert?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 29 Jul 09 - 10:22 AM

It's here, with your name on it Linn.

John


PS. What green paper ? ;)

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Bat Goddess
Date: 29 Jul 09 - 10:20 AM

Sorry we've had to miss the festivities due to the cruel reality of WORK. (sigh)

Don't forget to leave the CD I traded a piece of green paper with a portrait on it for with Sinsull for us. Thanks! Really looking forward to listening to it.

Linn

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 29 Jul 09 - 07:43 AM

Tami and I had Tom Burgers, cooked to perfection. Cole slaw, baked potato - all very nice while the rest wallowed in butter and sea stuff.
Lovely evening, Tom and Deborah.
Thank you.


John is proving to be the perfect house guest. I came home to an empty recycleables bin and a beautiful mobile hung in my sunroom. Lizzie even prefers him to let her out and in. Go figure. I think she heard from the sheep.

SINS, at work.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 29 Jul 09 - 07:16 AM

YUM YUM

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: jacqui.c
Date: 29 Jul 09 - 03:40 AM

SNIFF....

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 29 Jul 09 - 12:09 AM

just had lobsters on my back deck wth John, Tami, Kendall, Tom and me.. I lie - Tami and Mary did not eat lobsters -- John (Giok) and Kendall made up for them,,,,,,,,!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 27 Jul 09 - 08:53 PM

Someone earlier asked about how they could obtain a copy of my CD
I have copies of the CD here in the US, and I will leave some with SINSULL. They are available in the contiguous states, for $15 including post and packing.
She has a Paypal account, as do I, so PM either of us if you are interested in buying a copy.
John

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 27 Jul 09 - 08:15 AM

What did y'all sing? What did you eat? How is Tom? What whopping stories did Kendall tell? Was Tami awake when she got out of work? How many times did Sins sing Mexicali Rose? Did TRUBRIT arrive in time for the music?

I don't need to ask what kind of house guest John is, nor whether his singing and guitar is as much of a delight as the cd indicates, because Truelove and I already were given the pleasure of his company and music. Thank you for a delightful visit, John. You will be very welcome to stay with us again.

I hope it was a lovely evening, John and the rest of the Usual Suspects.

maeve

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Liz the Squeak
Date: 27 Jul 09 - 02:22 AM

If he needs bail money again, don't ask me, I'm still flat broke from April...

LTS

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Beer
Date: 27 Jul 09 - 12:29 AM

I guess it must be over by now. Or maybe they are just starting to party. Hope it went great for you John.
Adrien

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 26 Jul 09 - 02:25 PM

Soooo... what's the lineup look like? Will youse be able to set up outside and charge the neighbour's admission?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 26 Jul 09 - 08:49 AM

refresh

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: GUEST,John MacKenzie
Date: 25 Jul 09 - 03:10 PM

So come later Tami, we'll be here that's for sure.
John

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 25 Jul 09 - 01:42 PM

Ask if someone can cover for you in exchange for Christmas Day.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: ranger1
Date: 25 Jul 09 - 12:53 PM

Have fun. Can't get a Sunday afternoon off with so little notice.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 25 Jul 09 - 11:27 AM

Morning all. Song Circle at 2PM Sunday at my place.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 24 Jul 09 - 09:13 AM

He'll be leaving for your place after an early lunch, Sins, then he plans to be at the Pressroom tonight (lucky fellow) but I'm not sure how he's getting there. Tami's working so probably won't be going down. He will call you.

maeve

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 24 Jul 09 - 08:43 AM

Maeve - what are John's plans for today and tonight? I will Pm my cell phone number so we can figure it out.
SINS

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: GUEST
Date: 24 Jul 09 - 08:35 AM

Get home safely and get some rest, Jeri.

maeve

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Jeri
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 11:05 PM

Tom, after 9 or more hours of driving? I'm not sure when I'll get home anyway, but it will likely not be before 7 PM and I don't think I'll feel like going out again.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Leadfingers
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 08:54 PM

One Day !! I WILL make The Press Room !!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: curmudgeon
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 08:19 PM

Jeri - Will you be joining Giok and the rest of us at the Press Room tomorrow?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 08:15 PM

Bob Frost of New Hampshire? He plays the banjo, you know. I frightened him so badly he put it back in his car when he was here.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: GUEST,Jeri in Tronna
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 05:51 PM

I'll be home tomorrow night(if the ferry doesn't sink) and I have no life so I can go anywhere, anytime. I also have something for Maeve.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: jacqui.c
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 12:51 PM

Mary - don't you remember the first time Kendall and Peter met?

The website for the radio station is

www.marlowfm.co.uk

The broadcast will probably be on in a couple of weeks and will be worth listening to as there were some great singers and musicians there last night, including Bob Frost, who is terrific.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Peace
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 11:02 AM

He's Scottish ya know.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 11:01 AM

HMMMM Something similar happened here in Maine a few years back but it was more like one swell foop....

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Peace
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 10:48 AM

As a btw, in case it wasn't mentioned. The Canucks loved him. His music, his voice, his character. he made at least fifty friends in one fell swoop, and they ain't any gonna forget him.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 10:46 AM

That's exiting news, Leadfingers. How do we get the broadcast?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: karen k
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 09:59 AM

Wish I could be there. Enjoyed him the year he was at the Getaway. Would love a cd.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Leadfingers
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 07:51 AM

Slight Thread Creep ! Jacqui , having missed Giok's visit , DID get to a pleasant evening of singing last night ! AND the Local Radio people were there , so she MAY even be broadcast on Marlow FM !

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 07:45 AM

Yes it can be Sunday.
What sea urchins??????

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 07:35 AM

Mary- Could the song circle be on Sunday? There's a good chance I could entice some wonderful singers along in that case.

gnu- vanilla

Peace, $ sheepish company- You're all ba-a-a-a-ad.

South Portland luminaries- No doubt we will return John to your "tender" ministrations, poor fellow, with the strength to deal with the lot of you in an appropriate and customarily shy manner. So there.

maeve

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: jacqui.c
Date: 23 Jul 09 - 03:58 AM

Oh, YUK!!!!

Are you going to let that man back in your house, Mary? Sea Urchins and sheep. Whatever next?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 10:01 PM

Oh dear god! I am going to go wash my eyes out with single malt.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 07:08 PM

eeeewwwww!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: bfdk
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 06:34 PM

You mean, she's been getting up to more of this?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 06:03 PM

I don't know - that slutty ewe has really made the rounds...

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: bfdk
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 05:44 PM

I seem to recall that Mary's got a ewe for him.. Maybe it's part of the as yet unspecified 'plans'.. Mwahahaha........

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Peace
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 05:30 PM

Apropos of nothing, are there sheep in Maine? Just wondering for NO specific reason . . . .

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 05:25 PM

Oh... tea... SINS... did you get some Morse King Cole Orange Pekoe from Sussex, New Brunswick in for his nibs?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 05:17 PM

Such is the circle of pi... and may the pi be with you... amen.

Got any cheese or vanilla ice cream or tea... or all three to go with that?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Peace
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 05:09 PM

May MacKenzie be unbroken . . . .

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 04:58 PM

Enjoy him, Maeve but send him back unbroken. We have plans for him.
SINS

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 04:39 PM

John is here with us, and we are delighted to have his company.

Apple pie? It's possible.

maeve

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 01:50 PM

Apple pie? Will G be bringing back an apple pie from Maeve for K? And, will the pie make it?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 01:38 PM

And Kendall got his piece of...


CELLAR!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: jacqui.c
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 12:14 PM

Well, Connecticut would be OK so long as it comes with the Patons! I've got my piece of Maine anyway and that's a good start.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 10:44 AM

We are offering New York, New Jersey and Connecticut but so far no takers.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Dave Earl
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 10:22 AM

Er Giok

How's the "Reclaim the Colonies" plan working out?

Dave

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Maryrrf
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 10:01 AM

Welcome to the US of A Giok. Pity you're so far north of me!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Catherine Jayne
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 08:00 AM

When you get back John if you have any CD's left can you send me one please, I'll forward payment! Have a grand and safe trip. K x

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 07:52 AM

We'll see, Morty. He does play the banjo, you know. And the initial shock of Chance's aversion therapy are wearing off.

John was the first one off the bus last night. the pouring rain stopped just long enough to get him packed into my car. Freddie is happy - someone to let him in and out today. He was treated to the fog horn from Portland Head Light last night - kind of a neat way to fall asleep.

i am at work. He is in Tami's hands this AM and on his way to Maeve once he has settled a rental car.

look for updates from up north (or is it Downeast? I am still from away).

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Leadfingers
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 06:25 AM

Looking for LOTS of stories and piccies John ! You just enjoy your trip

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Morticia
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 04:17 AM

Look after him for us and we expect him back, okay?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: catspaw49
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 03:43 AM

Say listen old buddy........Glad you're there and all that.............. so.............. I was wondering, just as an aside, if you might get a lobster shipped my way. Previous prods of that bunch have all failed so maybe you could do something.......Say, why not bring one here yourself! I'm only a few states away..............

Otherwise though, I hope you have a great time!

Spaw

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 22 Jul 09 - 12:05 AM

Welcome news, John. We'll see you tomorrow.

maeve & Truelove

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 11:12 PM

welcome!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Peace
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 11:10 PM

Glad you arrived safe and sound, John.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 11:07 PM

I am here safe and sound, thanks for the kind words folks.
Hugs received and returned likewise.
Unfortunately I didn't sell out of CD's at Apple Hollow, so I have some with me. I only brought a few with me in person from Canada, and I mailed the rest to Mary's, I had visions on some officious border guard accusing me of coming to work illegally in the US if he found a load of CD's in my baggage.
I shall post more anon, see you on Friday Tom.
John 'G'

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 10:02 PM

I'm also waiting to hear, Mary. I suspect it could be another hour with traffic, rain, and night traveling.

maeve

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Maryrrf
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 09:22 PM

Is he there yet?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Amos
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 07:28 PM

Ah, go on--it will do the coffee good!! LOL!!

Welcome back to the madhouse, Jock. A pleasure to know you're safe and sound in the maddest of our mad communities. They don't call 'em Maineacs fer nothin', you understand...



A

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Leadfingers
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 07:19 PM

IF he offers ANYONE a Malt Whisky DONT put it in Coffee !!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: kendall
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 07:13 PM

I will my dear.
Jacqui and I stayed with John and his lady and I understood him well enough.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: jacqui.c
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 06:11 PM

And here I am in the UK, unable to attend!

If any of those CDs are still available would someone PLEASE get me one!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: curmudgeon
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 06:03 PM

And, more sadly, this Saturday is also a work day for Linn.

However, I will have a special seat in reserve for Mr. MacKenzie at the Press Room on Friday - Tom

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 04:12 PM

If G and Kendall are there at the same time.... oh my!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Liz the Squeak
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 04:12 PM

Ya think?!

He is a rare thing in a house guest - one who is a joy to have for longer than 3 days. Enjoy him and give him a hug from me.

LTS

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 04:07 PM

So far three females - I am beginning to see a trend. LOL

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: ranger1
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 03:50 PM

As long as a song circle wouldn't be too early in the afternoon, I'd be up for it.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: bfdk
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 03:39 PM

Herbal whisky?

Bruce, not only do you need a guide dog, you need to fire that translator and get another. This one seems to have been pulling your leg..

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 03:19 PM

Oh crap! All I have is herbal. I will have to pick up some of the real stuff.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Megan L
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 03:06 PM

Sins when you see him give him a great big hug from me he and a few others have helped me keep going at this difficult time. tell him Dauvitt had a small stroke among everything else it might have accounted for the drop in mobility.

Gie him a cuppa tea :)

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 02:17 PM

No drink? Have I confused John MacKenzie with Giok of old? There may be some milk in the house but not much and probably not fresh. How about some water?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 02:12 PM

Bruce, fie!

Mary I would make the trip and I'd see who else here I could bring along.

maeve

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Beer
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 01:50 PM

Lol Peace.
ad.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: gnu
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 01:31 PM

HahahahahahaaHeheheheheeeeeeHohohohohhohohhhh... ahhhhh.

Ask the translator what that means.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Peace
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 01:25 PM

John says he can't stand beer--basically never drinks--and he prefers places that don't serve alcoholic beverages. Trust me on that.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 01:23 PM

Maeve,
I have no idea what John's schedule is. If we can put together an impromptu song circle for Saturday or Sunday, who is in? It will have to be simple - Wine and beer left from last weekend and maybe order pizza or Chinese food.
This all depends on his schadule, though.
Mary

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: frogprince
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 01:16 PM

Yes, John was great at Apple Hollow, and yes, the CD is fine; we gave it a first spin while creeping along in horrible traffic on the 401 on Sunday.
                      Dean

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 01:07 PM

Mary- John picked up the first copies of Halcyon Days just prior to his departure. I hope we can get some folks together to hear John sing (and play his guitar) and to sell those cds! It's a beauty.

maeve

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: john f weldon
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 01:04 PM

Halcyon Days - John MacKenzie

(named after the sleeping pill Geo Bush the Elder took, which caused him to puke on the Prime minister of Japan?)

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Leadfingers
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 01:01 PM

He probably sold out at the Festival Mary !

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 12:56 PM

CD? What CD?

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: john f weldon
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 12:42 PM

Great performer, wonderful understated delivery. Sings as if he's telling you a story over a beer in pub. I'm listening to his CD now.

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 12:41 PM

Thanks for sending John along to Maine so we can enjoy his company, Adrien. We'll enjoy hearing all about the wonderful Apple Hollow Festival.

maeve

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Beer
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 12:38 PM

I picked up John this morning at 5 and had him downtown Montreal at the Greyhound bus at 6:30.
It was a pleasure driving him in as it gave us a chance to talk. Festival being as it was, I found little time to spend much time with anyone.
Adrien

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: My guru always said
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 12:33 PM

Somebody please give him a hug from Old Keepers!

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: maeve
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 12:19 PM

John will be staying at our farm for a couple of days. We are looking forward to it!

maeve & her Truelove

Subject: RE: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: Peace
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 12:14 PM

"John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!"

God Bless America!





Say hello to him from me. He was great at the festival, and although I didn't understand a sinle word he said except 'beer', he was also a wonderful guy. Through a translator he mentioned that I seemed to have the same difficulty as did he. When I asked what that might be, he said, "Getting better lookin' all the time and not able to do anything to stop it." So, not only a wonderful man and performer, but also wise. (Any guide dogs there?)

BM

Subject: John MacKenzie's in Maine!!!!
From: SINSULL
Date: 21 Jul 09 - 12:04 PM

Not quite - he arrives tonight. John will be touring for a few days and then back at my place on Friday. He plans to be at the Press Room on Friday night. Check in here for further developments. I have no idea if there will be a song circle or whatever.
SINS