From: owner-jewel-digest@smoe.org (jewel-digest) To: jewel-digest@smoe.org Subject: jewel-digest V5 #182 Reply-To: jewel@smoe.org Sender: owner-jewel-digest@smoe.org Errors-To: owner-jewel-digest@smoe.org Precedence: bulk jewel-digest Wednesday, June 14 2000 Volume 05 : Number 182 * If you ever wish to unsubscribe from this digest, send an email to * jewel-digest-request@smoe.org with ONLY the word * unsubscribe in the BODY of the email * . * For the latest news on what Jewel is up to, go to * the OFFICIAL Jewel web site at http://www.jeweljk.com * and click on "what's new" * . * PLEASE :) when you reply to this digest to send a post TO the list, * change the subject to reflect what your post is about. A subject * of Re: jewel-digest V5 #xxx or the like gives fellow list readers * no clue as to what your message is about. Today's Subjects: ----------------- * NJC: Bearsville 200 - Angel Needs A Ride info ["Thomas Miles" ] * we are tiny lights for each other... ["TSUNAMI" ] * Welcome long-time angels [MAC14460@aol.com] * RE: .....Angels Write the Best Punchlines... [Jason Vierling ] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2000 01:02:13 EDT From: "Thomas Miles" Subject: * NJC: Bearsville 200 - Angel Needs A Ride info Hey everybody, I will be coordinating the Angel Needs A Ride (ANAR) program for this year's event in Bearsville, NY. Here's the info for those of you who would like to attend, but do not have a ride, or who are attending and willing to give rides. If you need a ride, please email me at tnmiles@hotmail.com with your name, age, *email* address, and city and state in which you live (if it's a small town, please also indicate the closest major city). Mike Connell will include your name, state and email address on the Angel Needs A Ride section of the Bearsville 2000 website (http://www.quackquack.net/bv/bv2000.htm), along with the names and email addresses of those who are offering rides. if you see an EDA listed as offering rides in your general area, it will be up to you to contact that person via email and ask them if they are willing to give you a ride. I will NOT be asking for phone numbers or street addresses from anyone, so it will be up to you to exchange that info, unless you are a minor, which brings me to my next point... If you are a minor (under the age of 18), need a ride, and would like to participate in ANAR, you must provide me with a phone number so that either myself or Tammy Campbell (tlcathome@aol.com) can get permission from your parent(s) for you to both attend Bearsville and accept a ride from someone who may be a complete stranger. Please understand that this is done to protect all involved. If you are able to find a ride, and will be attending, please also email Tammy so that she can put you on the list. That way we can get an idea of just how many people will be attending. If you are willing to offer rides, please email me at tnmiles@hotmail.com with your name, age, email address, number of people you are willing to take, and the general area in which you are willing to pick up (i.e. Philadelphia/Camden or northern NJ/NYC etc). Along with putting the info on the Bearsville 2000 webpage, i will also be doing periodic posts with a list of those who need rides and those who are offering rides. Anyone who has any questions about ANAR or Bearsville 2000, please don't hesitate to email either myself or Tammy, or to check out the Bearsville 2000 website at http://www.quackquack.net/bv/bv2000.htm . See ya there! Tom :) ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2000 01:56:09 EDT From: GWJewelGrL@aol.com Subject: * Wish you were here? hey all, Does anyone know if Jewel ever sang a song entitled Wish You Were Here? I found this song and it said that it was sung by Jewel. However, when i listened to it, it did not sound anything like Jewel and did not sound like her voice either. So, I was wondering if anyone knew anything about this???? Thanks *the mystic angel* Jordana "I'd rather see the world from another angle."-Jewel ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2000 02:21:53 -0400 From: "Scott - 32 flavors ..and then some" Subject: * Looking for good Jewel info? You know rockonthenet.com, that site where you can find all the upcoming TV appearances? I loved it, but I found out while searching that their artist databases are amazingly detailed.. It has detailed news over the artists' careers up until the present, statistics about albums and singles (platinum rankings, highest, etc.).. It even has the specific peak dates, chart lengths, just very detailed stuff.. I didn't remember Foolish Games charting higher than YWMFM.. Well anyway, I'm bookmarking this.. Check it out.. [http://www.rockonthenet.com/artists-j/jewel_main.htm] (only one mistake i found -- spirit is 3x platinum, approaching 4, and not 2, but that's nothing..) Scott [[Why can't my balloon stay up in a perfectly windy sky? AOL IM: JewelDSL / ICQ #63589535 \ YahooIM: sevans56 Planet Jewel - A Jewel Fansite [http://jewel.tanweb.com] Little Plastic Pages, my site [http://tanweb.com/scott] ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2000 02:13:34 EDT From: JewelMic@aol.com Subject: * My Jewel Filled Day... Hello EDA. I've never posted on here....I'm a kind of a new angel, but...I thought I would share what happened to me today. So, I stopped by Radio Shack today ((I was out of town on holiday so I couldn't see her last Thrusday when it began)) anyway, they were about to close so, I didn't get to see the Jewel concert. The people at RS were real assholes.....so, I took about 20 posters ((if anyone doesn't have one yet, you can IM me...)) and they had a huge poster of Jewel on display outside. I asked them if they would give it to me, but they said 'No...' and I was like 'Well, what are you going to do with it?' and they told me they were going to throw it away.....and I laughed to myself thinking...over my dead body....so, anyway, I stole the poster. Yes, I know. But I couldn't let it go to waste. Then tonight, while flipping through the channels, I saw Jewel on Oxygen....I've missed it sooo many times and it really pissed me off. I heard her song Break Me.....it's sooooo beautiful. I get teary eyed when I heard it. It's so amazing. I also recorded it and if anyone would like a copy, you could e-mail me about that one as well. Well, I think that's all for tonight. Have a nice day/evening. Toodles. - -Michelle- *~*~*dazed and confused angel*~*~* ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2000 18:43:37 +1200 From: Petrina So Subject: * NJC: New Zealand EDAs? Just wondering if there are any fellow New Zealand EDAs out there. Petrina ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 13 Jun 2000 23:56:16 -0700 From: "TSUNAMI" Subject: * we are tiny lights for each other... hey, what's this about a Steve Poltz DINNER concert at Java Joes?! won't they be serving greasy, greasy hot dogs on buttered up buns ~ what's happened to tradition? (btw, does anyone know if John Castro and Stinky are still in the Rugburns picture?! if so, YAY!) Dennis put it well, in terms of the tradition of this list, its distinction has been marked by the depth of our purpose here; though we be, as humans, earthbound angels, often divided, even far apart, in views and approaches on any number of issues, why else are we sticking around if not because of a) a love of Jewel's music; and b) a love of people and life. This love manifests itself in many ways, and it's that commitment and purposeful of EDAs that has transmuted into countless acts of kindness and compassion, moments of joy and enlightenment, laughter and tears and new friendships and a myriad of other experiences that make this existence richer and more fulfilling that it would be in the absence thereof... I won't even begin to recite the list of crazy, fun, uplifting, illuminating, meaningful moments and directions in my own life that can be linked to discovering Jewel and the EDAs. Mike would surely have to edit my post before it reached even a few thousand words... I believe that Pieces of You is one of the quintessential pop/rock albums of all time. Even though Sean Hooks isn't going to second that (LOL), and Jewel herself may not accept it, h*ll, it's true ( : But, no matter, whichever songs resonate for you, whatever this list has introduced you to in new thoughts, ideas, feelings, music ~ that's what it's about. "Some are being beaten, some are being born, and some can't tell the difference anymore..."; to tell the difference, and be the difference in this world, we can do it and be it. Adrian Mary Epperson's Angel ~ may the fuzzy dice be with you ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2000 08:04:58 GMT From: "Aaron Dixon-Cave" Subject: * jewel mention in review hey just to let anyone know (sorry if someone already has and i just missed it) but jewel had a SHORT mention under a review of sheryl crow's live album on CDNOW. this is all it said " When Sheryl Crow made her big first mark on the pop and rock scenes with the hit single "All I Wanna Do," it would've been easy to dismiss the singer-songwriter as a fleeting bit of novelty, someone who was going to do quite well with one single, maybe two, and then never be heard of again. A handful of years since then, Crow has proven herself to be a legitimate rock artist, having the verve, skills, enthusiasm, and, quite frankly, the tenacity to thrive as a star in this twisted business of music. Unlike, say, Jewel, Crow seemed to be determined to use her sudden recognition not as a pass to glamour and glitz but as an opportunity to write, sing, and perform for a living -- to just do her thing. It's that feeling of comfortable living that comes across the most on this live album, recorded in Central Park earlier this year." not really very big news, but someone may be interested, u never know. Aaron ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2000 07:24:11 EDT From: MAC14460@aol.com Subject: * Welcome long-time angels Hi Angels, It seems that over the last few weeks, there have been a growing number of veteran (dare I call them senior) EDAs posting to the list. Getting the experienced opinions of people who've been through the development of the Everyday Angels is, I think, just what we need. These angels have been through the ups and downs of our growing community. The senior EDAs can help to keep our list from becoming a bickering board. We've gone through periods when squabbling over silly things is the main focus of the day (and longer). There's sort of a predictable pattern, affectionately known as the JewelyBug Formula; << 1 week to discuss something 3 weeks to fight about it, and then another week to fight about fighting. >> I like what Dennis wrote about seeing more discussion of what personality traits and aspirations attracted each of us to Jewel. Discussions about who we are and, what we are doing with our lives as individuals and as a group. I see a few common threads that most all of us share. EDAs are emotional and passionate people. Many of us have been through some pretty tough times and, came out with a few dents and scratches. It seems to me that most people out there in the "real world" look away from and try not to notice things in their lives which may be too hard to handle. Unlike most people, I think EDAs allow themselves to fully experience even the most emotionally draining challenges. That takes courage. I admire that. I think getting through tough times makes each of us stronger. However, during the healing time, it's good to have a place "where people's souls may be seen and made safe." That's the kind of kindred spirit I'd like to see more of in our community of angels. Many of us have a few unseen emotional scars. It was during one of those tough times that I first made a connection with Jewel's music. After buying both of Jewel's CDs and, really listening to her thoughts, I found myself surprisingly connected to her. The ideas of hope, faith, courage and, the belief that even one person can make a significant difference in the world, were just what I needed. The attitude of approaching life as a "contributor" more than a "consumer" is often very satisfying. I'm a long way from perfect but, I try my best. As Dennis expressed yesterday, I think we must earn our angel names every day. Being an EDA is an approach to life, and not just about giving yourself a clever nickname. "Be careful with each other, these fragile flames." Thanks for listening. Mac The Puppy-Dog Angel ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2000 06:36:13 -0700 (PDT) From: Jason Vierling Subject: * RE: .....Angels Write the Best Punchlines... From the recent post by Dennis "Lab Rat" Harris....... > 5) What is going on here? ........Frankly, the >content is largely depressing. It's not that they are >bad posts, just that they are mediocre >posts with little substance or inspiration. This is >one music fan discussion list that should transcend >the usual celebrity blather -- if not, please drop >the "everyday angels" moniker, because the concept of >those words is far too important to trivialize with >celebrity worship and thoughtless use! I think that Dennis' perspective on the decline toward mediocrity of the posts on this list is an increasingly unique one. Now this is not to say that I do or do not agree with his opening statements, but rather that I see that his lengthy tenure here on this list has given him a longer view as to how this list has evolved/declined/renewed itself over the years. I have often agreed with his views and shared his hopes for the continuation of the spirit of what Jewel saw in this body of people when she termed us to be EveryDay Angels (way back when). On the other hand, I know that for many, involvement with this list is temporary or even cyclical to the degree that many of our current list members have only the memory of how the list functions now in regards to posting and activites to assess what the worth of the term/moniker EveryDay Angels should be. I have asked myself many times over if what I have learned/shared/meant as a member of this list who looks a little deeper into the term EveryDay Angel. Is this just a catchy "brand-name" for a mailing list that is now primarily a discussion list for a celebrity (despite whatever it might have once been) or is this a body of people connected (even if fleetingly) by the (to paraphrase Dennis) philosophy behind the art of a commonly inspiring musician? Have those of us that share the longer view (or remembrance if you will) of this journey decided what being an EveryDay Angel means and shared this with our new friends? Is there a purpose to this list that is above the exchange of basic (even banal) Jewel trivialities? What do you all think? Is as Dennis wrote the "concept of those words far too important to trivialize with celebrity worship and thoughtless use" or should those of here be content that EveryDay Angels is a merely a descriptive term for someone who belongs to Jewels unoffical internet fan club? I feel that there is a nobler purpose implied by the acceptance of the title of EveryDay Angel, but I wonder at times if this is to much to attribute to a simple internet mailing list. I would like to say that I have found my life enriched by this mailing list, but the ultimate truth is that this is not the case. This mailing list has been a pivotal tool in the course of the past few years of my life, but it was the PEOPLE on this list, the very ones most deserving of the term EveryDay Angels ,that have been the blessing of my time here. These mailing lists are mere conduits , tethers made intially amongst strangers established by the appreciation for music. What each person who embraced the implications of being an EveryDay Angel feels that means no doubt varies from person to person. I have found amongst the members of this list a diverse body of friends and experiences that have enriched my life beyond measure. I have come from a lurker on this list to a organizer of events and fun I would have never imagined. I have shared my home, my passions, my marriage, my new family, and I have never once regretted the effort it has taken to do so simply for the fact that (for the most part) my extended family of EDAs have never failed to unselfishly do so with their lives. So I guess the main questions I have for all of you still with this rambling oratory are these... What is the value/meaning/worth of the label/term EveryDay Angel as applies to your life or perhaps how you think it should? and/or What do you think that it implies as a phrase if you personally find that it seems to carry a bit more weight than a level of fandom? Please feel free to post or reply to me directly as you see fit. Take Care Angels, Jason V __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2000 06:37:28 -0700 From: "Sara" Subject: * the weight thing. Seriously. We are all on this list because we love Jewel. What does it say about us if we constantly tear one another down. All someone recently said was that it looked like Jewel had lost weight. I personally didn't think that this meant the person thought she was over weight, just that she lost some. And if fact, no matter what we say about her looking beautiful, which she does and always will, most people, with the excpetion of those who are exstremely thin, like to hear when they've lost weight. To me it sounded like a loving comment from an old friend, "wow! you look great, have you lost some weight?". This isn't implying that the person thinks the friend is over weight, simply that they noticed a change, and are guessing that it was a weight loss. And that's all I have to say about that. Sara the Angel with a paintbrush. - --- "I think you're attractive. You look like you'd be a good Hunter Gatherer if we were in a Nomatic Tribe. Would you go to a concert with me?" ~Brian Mc Guire. http://homepages.go.com/~mysteriousraven/door.html ------------------------------ End of jewel-digest V5 #182 ***************************