Anyone met Stevie?

[diamondsnake]

I was just over at the Buckinghamnicks.net Stevie board and some girl over there got to meet Stevie back stage!!!! How do these people get so lucky? Has anyone here ever met Stevie? It would be my dream to be able to just talk to her for a minute and get my picture taken with her. Is there anyway to do this without getting arrested? I know some people have staked out the hotels, but has anyone ever succeeded with their plans to meet Stevie?

[STEVEHEDRICK]

I did in omaha on the fm tour my friend works in radio! got pictures with the whole band!

[equeen102289]

I did in omaha on the fm tour my friend works in radio! got pictures with the whole band!
Care to share more of the story or post pics?

[diamondsnake]

Seriously! We need details, details!!!!!

[SapphireSister]

I actually met Stevie on the second leg of the SYW tour in Anaheim, CA. I knew someone who knew her manager so I scored a meet and greet pass. I wrote this right after it happened so I’m going to cut and past from my journal :)

So the concert ended and a group of us are ushered back stage into the hallway of The Pond. We are in the corridor lined up and I am the first person in a line of about 30 people. After what seemed like forever this little man comes out and says “Ok folks the band will be out here in a few minutes. No autographs tonight. And Stevie says she’s sorry if she won’t be able to do a lot of talking tonight. She needs to rest her voice because they are recording the show for a radio broadcast tomorrow night. You will go in groups of 4, get your picture taken then exit� I was shaking and my heart was felt like it was going to burst out of my chest. I thought I heard the people behind me saying something about standing next to Stevie for the picture and I immediately turned around and snapped, “I AM STANDING NEXT TO STEVIE!� I honestly don’t know where that came from. I’m not usually pushy like that but nothing was going to prevent me from being next to her. They proceeded to tell me they were there to see Lindsey anyway so I had nothing to worry about. Oooops!
So all the sudden from behind the curtain I see John’s head pop out. The next thing I know Stevie comes out and makes direct eye contact with me. She doesn’t even look at anyone else. She comes directly towards me with her arms out. I swear she knew I was there for her! She looked drop dead gorgeous in her infamous SYW get up (even though I bitched about that dress the whole time). She was so incredibly grateful. She appreciates us soooo much you guys. You can see it in her eyes, they are so kind and loving and gentle. Her demeanor was gracious and calm. I also got a very motherly feeling from her which I did not expect. Words cannot express how I felt. She seemed so serene – so at peace. I was so happy for her. I could just see the love in her eyes and how deeply and passionately she feels. Definitely not your average everyday person. Her aura was astounding. Her energy all encompassing. It was so powerful words cannot describe it. She is a kindred soul. I will never forget the look in her eyes - like she knew exactly what I was feeling. Nothing needed to be said. She understood by looking into my eyes as if she could see my soul. She just knew. No Spoken Word! She smelled like lavender. We then posed for the picture. Her arms were around me from the back. OMG. I could I have died! Stevie Nicks was holding me in her arms! After the picture was taken we were suppose to leave immediately but I didn’t care what that man said about not talking to her. I knew this was a once in a lifetime opportunity and I wasn’t going to let it slip away. I said something very personal that I knew she would understand. She made light of the situation and we both giggled. Everyone else had already walked away and security said to me, “Please exit now ma’am�. We looked at each other one last time and I headed back down the hall towards the exit. There was a security guard standing there and I screamed at the top of my lungs “I just met Stevie Nicks!!!� as I ran down the hall and then I jumped into his arms. OMG he must have thought I was crazy. I’m sure she heard too because it was not that far away and I was very loud.
I walked out the door with the lingering smell of lavander. I will cherish that moment forever…

[catinthedark]

I actually met Stevie on the second leg of the SYW tour in Anaheim, CA. I knew someone who knew her manager so I scored a meet and greet pass. I wrote this right after it happened so I’m going to cut and past from my journal :)

So the concert ended and a group of us are ushered back stage into the hallway of The Pond. We are in the corridor lined up and I am the first person in a line of about 30 people. After what seemed like forever this little man comes out and says “Ok folks the band will be out here in a few minutes. No autographs tonight. And Stevie says she’s sorry if she won’t be able to do a lot of talking tonight. She needs to rest her voice because they are recording the show for a radio broadcast tomorrow night. You will go in groups of 4, get your picture taken then exit� I was shaking and my heart was felt like it was going to burst out of my chest. I thought I heard the people behind me saying something about standing next to Stevie for the picture and I immediately turned around and snapped, “I AM STANDING NEXT TO STEVIE!� I honestly don’t know where that came from. I’m not usually pushy like that but nothing was going to prevent me from being next to her. They proceeded to tell me they were there to see Lindsey anyway so I had nothing to worry about. Oooops!
So all the sudden from behind the curtain I see John’s head pop out. The next thing I know Stevie comes out and makes direct eye contact with me. She doesn’t even look at anyone else. She comes directly towards me with her arms out. I swear she knew I was there for her! She looked drop dead gorgeous in her infamous SYW get up (even though I bitched about that dress the whole time). She was so incredibly grateful. She appreciates us soooo much you guys. You can see it in her eyes, they are so kind and loving and gentle. Her demeanor was gracious and calm. I also got a very motherly feeling from her which I did not expect. Words cannot express how I felt. She seemed so serene – so at peace. I was so happy for her. I could just see the love in her eyes and how deeply and passionately she feels. Definitely not your average everyday person. Her aura was astounding. Her energy all encompassing. It was so powerful words cannot describe it. She is a kindred soul. I will never forget the look in her eyes - like she knew exactly what I was feeling. Nothing needed to be said. She understood by looking into my eyes as if she could see my soul. She just knew. No Spoken Word! She smelled like lavender. We then posed for the picture. Her arms were around me from the back. OMG. I could I have died! Stevie Nicks was holding me in her arms! After the picture was taken we were suppose to leave immediately but I didn’t care what that man said about not talking to her. I knew this was a once in a lifetime opportunity and I wasn’t going to let it slip away. I said something very personal that I knew she would understand. She made light of the situation and we both giggled. Everyone else had already walked away and security said to me, “Please exit now ma’am�. We looked at each other one last time and I headed back down the hall towards the exit. There was a security guard standing there and I screamed at the top of my lungs “I just met Stevie Nicks!!!� as I ran down the hall and then I jumped into his arms. OMG he must have thought I was crazy. I’m sure she heard too because it was not that far away and I was very loud.
I walked out the door with the lingering smell of lavander. I will cherish that moment forever…

:o :o :eek: :lol: :lol: :lol:

That just about sums up my reaction to your post! What an awesome experience!! I'm just the teensiest bit envious of anyone who's met her. But my now-18-year quest continues... :nod: I've shaken her hand a few times, and on one of the occasions, she came pointedly to me and only me, and "I felt that there was a connection...." :laugh: (Okay, maybe I'm a little serious). You can bet if I ever have the opportunity, if I don't get stunned into tongue-twisted silence, I'll be telling everyone and his brother about it!!!

[StevieNicksEO17]

I was just over at the Buckinghamnicks.net Stevie board and some girl over there got to meet Stevie back stage!!!! How do these people get so lucky? Has anyone here ever met Stevie? It would be my dream to be able to just talk to her for a minute and get my picture taken with her. Is there anyway to do this without getting arrested? I know some people have staked out the hotels, but has anyone ever succeeded with their plans to meet Stevie?

Ashley? Yeah, she's met her a few times... I'm surprised you haven't heard about her! :)

[EnchantedSLN]

There was a security guard standing there and I screamed at the top of my lungs “I just met Stevie Nicks!!!� as I ran down the hall and then I jumped into his arms. OMG he must have thought I was crazy.

:lol:

I remember when you posted that you had met Stevie, but it was great to read the whole story. Thanks! :thumbsup:

[diamondsnake]

Ashley? Yeah, she's met her a few times... I'm surprised you haven't heard about her! :)
I just went over there and Ashely claims to be her "close personal friend"... what's the story?

[StevieNicksEO17]

I just went over there and Ashely claims to be her "close personal friend"... what's the story?

Okay, anyone can chime in anytime to correct me... but something is wrong with her arms so she does everything with her feet, and she drew a picture of Stevie with her feet (It's actually a really good picture!!), and some how Stevie found out and she got to meet her backstage, and everytime Ashley goes to a show she gets to meet Stevie backstage.

[diamondsnake]

I actually met Stevie on the second leg of the SYW tour in Anaheim, CA. I knew someone who knew her manager so I scored a meet and greet pass. I wrote this right after it happened so I’m going to cut and past from my journal :)

So the concert ended and a group of us are ushered back stage into the hallway of The Pond. We are in the corridor lined up and I am the first person in a line of about 30 people. After what seemed like forever this little man comes out and says “Ok folks the band will be out here in a few minutes. No autographs tonight. And Stevie says she’s sorry if she won’t be able to do a lot of talking tonight. She needs to rest her voice because they are recording the show for a radio broadcast tomorrow night. You will go in groups of 4, get your picture taken then exit� I was shaking and my heart was felt like it was going to burst out of my chest. I thought I heard the people behind me saying something about standing next to Stevie for the picture and I immediately turned around and snapped, “I AM STANDING NEXT TO STEVIE!� I honestly don’t know where that came from. I’m not usually pushy like that but nothing was going to prevent me from being next to her. They proceeded to tell me they were there to see Lindsey anyway so I had nothing to worry about. Oooops!
So all the sudden from behind the curtain I see John’s head pop out. The next thing I know Stevie comes out and makes direct eye contact with me. She doesn’t even look at anyone else. She comes directly towards me with her arms out. I swear she knew I was there for her! She looked drop dead gorgeous in her infamous SYW get up (even though I bitched about that dress the whole time). She was so incredibly grateful. She appreciates us soooo much you guys. You can see it in her eyes, they are so kind and loving and gentle. Her demeanor was gracious and calm. I also got a very motherly feeling from her which I did not expect. Words cannot express how I felt. She seemed so serene – so at peace. I was so happy for her. I could just see the love in her eyes and how deeply and passionately she feels. Definitely not your average everyday person. Her aura was astounding. Her energy all encompassing. It was so powerful words cannot describe it. She is a kindred soul. I will never forget the look in her eyes - like she knew exactly what I was feeling. Nothing needed to be said. She understood by looking into my eyes as if she could see my soul. She just knew. No Spoken Word! She smelled like lavender. We then posed for the picture. Her arms were around me from the back. OMG. I could I have died! Stevie Nicks was holding me in her arms! After the picture was taken we were suppose to leave immediately but I didn’t care what that man said about not talking to her. I knew this was a once in a lifetime opportunity and I wasn’t going to let it slip away. I said something very personal that I knew she would understand. She made light of the situation and we both giggled. Everyone else had already walked away and security said to me, “Please exit now ma’am�. We looked at each other one last time and I headed back down the hall towards the exit. There was a security guard standing there and I screamed at the top of my lungs “I just met Stevie Nicks!!!� as I ran down the hall and then I jumped into his arms. OMG he must have thought I was crazy. I’m sure she heard too because it was not that far away and I was very loud.
I walked out the door with the lingering smell of lavander. I will cherish that moment forever…
You jumped into the security guard's arms? LOL

I so wish I could meet her! When I got to shake her hand it was the best moment of my life. I told her that I loved her, I loved her, I loved her! and then she laughed and said "I know, I know!" So, in a way, I kind of met her during the Edge walk. :) But it is not the same as actually meeting her, meeting her.

After the show in Vegas a guy overheard me telling someone that I touched Stevie and then they came up to me and wanted to touch me to "receive her magical powers". LOL

[StevieNicksEO17]

After the show in Vegas a guy overheard me telling someone that I touched Stevie and then they came up to me and wanted to touch me to "receive her magical powers". LOL

I was telling my uncle when I got to touch her hand and he grabbed my hand and started rubbing it on his face as a joke! It was pretty funny!

[catinthedark]

Okay, anyone can chime in anytime to correct me... but something is wrong with her arms so she does everything with her feet, and she drew a picture of Stevie with her feet (It's actually a really good picture!!), and some how Stevie found out and she got to meet her backstage, and everytime Ashley goes to a show she gets to meet Stevie backstage.

Yep - that's about it.

[diamondsnake]

Okay, anyone can chime in anytime to correct me... but something is wrong with her arms so she does everything with her feet, and she drew a picture of Stevie with her feet (It's actually a really good picture!!), and some how Stevie found out and she got to meet her backstage, and everytime Ashley goes to a show she gets to meet Stevie backstage.
Is it wrong of me to be a little jealous of her?

[StevieNicksEO17]

Is it wrong of me to be a little jealous of her?

Who isn't jealous of Ashley? Seriously.

[littlecricket2]

Is it wrong of me to be a little jealous of her?

;) That's a good question, actually. I was feeling pretty envious of her and then I was like, "you know, self, if I had to choose between having the use of my arms and meeting Stevie, I think I might actually choose the use of my arms." So I have no choice but to be happy for Ashley. :o

Oh, and hi, Jessica! :wavey: Your uncle's funny, :lol: .

[StevieNicksEO17]

;) That's a good question, actually. I was feeling pretty envious of her and then I was like, "you know, self, if I had to choose between having the use of my arms and meeting Stevie, I think I might actually choose the use of my arms." So I have no choice but to be happy for Ashley. :o

Oh, and hi, Jessica! :wavey: Your uncle's funny, :lol: .

LOL Hi... Yeah, my uncle can be pretty weird at times! :D

[diamondsnake]

"you know, self, if I had to choose between having the use of my arms and meeting Stevie, I think I might actually choose the use of my arms."

That is what I was thinking too.

[Mokona]

Oh, I am so so jealous of SapphireSister! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v13/tmb1975/70377-loveeyes.gif You are incredibly lucky! She smelled of lavender (and here I thought her fave perfume was Fracas)...

There'd only be one thing I could do that would top meeting Stevie, and that would be having a pilot take me up in an F-16 fighter jet (even nicer would be the Stealth Bomber that fits two, but that's really stretching it). http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v13/tmb1975/70377-loveeyes.gif

[skcin]

That is what I was thinking too. Although I must be pretty obsessed with Stevie to actually consider not being able to use my arms just for the chance to meet her.


That's just so wrong. :(

[Gypsy-Rhiannon]

That is what I was thinking too. Although I must be pretty obsessed with Stevie to actually consider not being able to use my arms just for the chance to meet her.
Wow... I find that unbelievable.. :distress:

[Gypsy-Rhiannon]

Btw... I'm pretty sure eveyone knows about my meeting with Stevie...

Pip

[Gypsy-Rhiannon]

Okay, anyone can chime in anytime to correct me... but something is wrong with her arms so she does everything with her feet, and she drew a picture of Stevie with her feet (It's actually a really good picture!!), and some how Stevie found out and she got to meet her backstage, and everytime Ashley goes to a show she gets to meet Stevie backstage.
I'm sure I saw that Stevie gave her a crescent moon necklace too. Lucky girl!

Pip

[Jennienygirl]

I have never had the opp to either touch stevie or meet her. I'm sure if I did I d probably just die, hahahah after all shes is like a god to me but honestly im not obsessed or anything hahahahahaah :laugh: :lol:

[equeen102289]

I can see people being jealous of Ashley, but atleast she is not the type to brag about it. She shares pictures and she tells a few stories, but that just makes me feel better, cause I know we all like to hear little tidbits about Stevie.
Ashley is a really nice girl though. And I think what Stevie does for her is just wonderful. It truly shows what kind of person Stevie is.

[DrummerDeanna]

I love Stevie and once thought it would be great to meet her. Now? I don't have any desire to meet her really. Not that I'd pass it up if given the chance - but I just have such an image of her in my head, of what she's like etc...and I'd be devastated if that image were crushed.

With my luck I'd meet her when she's like having the worst day ever and she'd be all mean or something :laugh:

[WildInTheWind]

Oh, I am so so jealous of SapphireSister! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v13/tmb1975/70377-loveeyes.gif You are incredibly lucky! She smelled of lavender (and here I thought her fave perfume was Fracas)...
]

I'm not positive, but I think Fracas has a bit of a lavender smell. I can't remember for sure though....

[diamondsnake]

I love Stevie and once thought it would be great to meet her. Now? I don't have any desire to meet her really. Not that I'd pass it up if given the chance - but I just have such an image of her in my head, of what she's like etc...and I'd be devastated if that image were crushed.

With my luck I'd meet her when she's like having the worst day ever and she'd be all mean or something :laugh:
That thought corssed my mind too. Like if I met her the mystery would be gone and she would just be like another person to me.

And I would be devestated if I caught her i a bad mood and she was mean to me! I don't think that would ever happen though!

[StevieNicksEO17]

I'm sure I saw that Stevie gave her a crescent moon necklace too. Lucky girl!

Pip

Yeah, she did. :)

[StevieNicksEO17]

Btw... I'm pretty sure eveyone knows about my meeting with Stevie...

Pip

I never heard about that. Wanna share? :)

[Gypsy-Rhiannon]

I never heard about that. Wanna share? :)
http://www.firefliesuk.com/pages/reviews_vegas.htm :)

[QuiGonKong]

Ok....true story, I swear this is a true story and it's one I have never posted but, what the hell, I'm going to post it this one time. I worked in radio for a few years and because I knew the right people, I got the chance to meet Stevie during the OSOTM tour. Outdoor venue and I was soaking wet from the concert and I was able to chat with Stevie pretty much after the meet and greet was over. BTW, nothing dirty happened so stop thinking that and I know some of you were....naughty, naughty. Anyway, Stevie is like really short in person and she does smell wonderfull and she does lock her eyes on you while in conversation plus she is really funny and charming when things are casual. I kept thinking to myself, " Damn, how do you NOT keep from falling in love with this woman"? So...she's also wearing one of the low cut stage dresses that would have had all the SOTB/BOTB fans drooling over and yeah, I was checking it out every chance I could get and Stevie notices this. She puts on this wicked smile and asks me if I see something I like. Am I cool about this? Hell no, I turn into a total idiot and say." huh....huh...yeah". Then Stevie laughs and puts out her hand and says,"Very nice to meet you sweet man". I shake her hand and that was it.To this day I can not believe how completely uncool I was at that moment. If I had been cool about it....not a damn thing would have happened but there's that little bit of ,"What if........" that stays in the back of my mind taunting me. Anyway, that's my story and I'm sticking to it. Have a good one, Bill

[lagringader&r]

I actually met Stevie on the second leg of the SYW tour in Anaheim, CA. I knew someone who knew her manager so I scored a meet and greet pass. I wrote this right after it happened so I’m going to cut and past from my journal :)

So the concert ended and a group of us are ushered back stage into the hallway of The Pond. We are in the corridor lined up and I am the first person in a line of about 30 people. After what seemed like forever this little man comes out and says “Ok folks the band will be out here in a few minutes. No autographs tonight. And Stevie says she’s sorry if she won’t be able to do a lot of talking tonight. She needs to rest her voice because they are recording the show for a radio broadcast tomorrow night. You will go in groups of 4, get your picture taken then exit� I was shaking and my heart was felt like it was going to burst out of my chest. I thought I heard the people behind me saying something about standing next to Stevie for the picture and I immediately turned around and snapped, “I AM STANDING NEXT TO STEVIE!� I honestly don’t know where that came from. I’m not usually pushy like that but nothing was going to prevent me from being next to her. They proceeded to tell me they were there to see Lindsey anyway so I had nothing to worry about. Oooops!
So all the sudden from behind the curtain I see John’s head pop out. The next thing I know Stevie comes out and makes direct eye contact with me. She doesn’t even look at anyone else. She comes directly towards me with her arms out. I swear she knew I was there for her! She looked drop dead gorgeous in her infamous SYW get up (even though I bitched about that dress the whole time). She was so incredibly grateful. She appreciates us soooo much you guys. You can see it in her eyes, they are so kind and loving and gentle. Her demeanor was gracious and calm. I also got a very motherly feeling from her which I did not expect. Words cannot express how I felt. She seemed so serene – so at peace. I was so happy for her. I could just see the love in her eyes and how deeply and passionately she feels. Definitely not your average everyday person. Her aura was astounding. Her energy all encompassing. It was so powerful words cannot describe it. She is a kindred soul. I will never forget the look in her eyes - like she knew exactly what I was feeling. Nothing needed to be said. She understood by looking into my eyes as if she could see my soul. She just knew. No Spoken Word! She smelled like lavender. We then posed for the picture. Her arms were around me from the back. OMG. I could I have died! Stevie Nicks was holding me in her arms! After the picture was taken we were suppose to leave immediately but I didn’t care what that man said about not talking to her. I knew this was a once in a lifetime opportunity and I wasn’t going to let it slip away. I said something very personal that I knew she would understand. She made light of the situation and we both giggled. Everyone else had already walked away and security said to me, “Please exit now ma’am�. We looked at each other one last time and I headed back down the hall towards the exit. There was a security guard standing there and I screamed at the top of my lungs “I just met Stevie Nicks!!!� as I ran down the hall and then I jumped into his arms. OMG he must have thought I was crazy. I’m sure she heard too because it was not that far away and I was very loud.
I walked out the door with the lingering smell of lavander. I will cherish that moment forever…

Now that I've heard the whole story, I am speechless. :shocked: Jealous much? (I ask myself). You have no idea! That is about the best story I've heard. Gawd. She had her arms around you from the back! Tell me one thing. How did you keep from passing out or just shaking all over? I've never touched her, so I'm dying of envy. Ok, I've gushed enough. You are one lucky chick. :nod:

[lagringader&r]

http://www.firefliesuk.com/pages/reviews_vegas.htm :)

Another awesome story! Gawd. All of you are soo lucky. Seeing that you came all the way from England to see her, you deserved the moment! :D

[diamondsnake]

Ok....true story, I swear this is a true story and it's one I have never posted but, what the hell, I'm going to post it this one time. I worked in radio for a few years and because I knew the right people, I got the chance to meet Stevie during the OSOTM tour. Outdoor venue and I was soaking wet from the concert and I was able to chat with Stevie pretty much after the meet and greet was over. BTW, nothing dirty happened so stop thinking that and I know some of you were....naughty, naughty. Anyway, Stevie is like really short in person and she does smell wonderfull and she does lock her eyes on you while in conversation plus she is really funny and charming when things are casual. I kept thinking to myself, " Damn, how do you NOT keep from falling in love with this woman"? So...she's also wearing one of the low cut stage dresses that would have had all the SOTB/BOTB fans drooling over and yeah, I was checking it out every chance I could get and Stevie notices this. She puts on this wicked smile and asks me if I see something I like. Am I cool about this? Hell no, I turn into a total idiot and say." huh....huh...yeah". Then Stevie laughs and puts out her hand and says,"Very nice to meet you sweet man". I shake her hand and that was it.To this day I can not believe how completely uncool I was at that moment. If I had been cool about it....not a damn thing would have happened but there's that little bit of ,"What if........" that stays in the back of my mind taunting me. Anyway, that's my story and I'm sticking to it. Have a good one, Bill
OMG, she actually used the phrase "See something you like?" LOL That is so funny...

[DavidMn]

I've been lucky enough to meet Mick and Lindsey, but never Stevie. My hats off to ya :woohoo:

[WildHeidi]

Okay, I'm not going to freak out here at anyone but I don't really appreciate everyone talking about Ashley and saying they are jelous and stuff. Ashley was born with a problem with her arms and she has limited use of them. I'm sure if she could take the option of having the use of her arms or meeting Stevie, she would take the arms. I've been with Ashley many times and I've seen how things can be a struggle for her. Sure, she's adapted but come on. How would you like to not even be able to dress yourself? I love Ashley and I don't want people saying hurtful things about her. I'm glad she doesn't come to this message board anymore because I don't want her seeing this. I heard that people were saying some things about her over here so I though I'd stop on by. I'm not trying to get angry and I'm not going to curse anyone out but I'd just like everyone to think before they speak. And I don't think Ashley deserves any **** because she doesn't even brag about meeting Stevie. She's a modest girl and she's a sweetheart. So please just think about how your hurting other people before you say something.
thank you~

[jkmaletic]

"See something you like?" .... :eek:

Jesus that is SEXY!! :nod:

~Jamie

[ShangriLaTroubl]

Okay, I'm not going to freak out here at anyone but I don't really appreciate everyone talking about Ashley and saying they are jelous and stuff. Ashley was born with a problem with her arms and she has limited use of them. I'm sure if she could take the option of having the use of her arms or meeting Stevie, she would take the arms. I've been with Ashley many times and I've seen how things can be a struggle for her. Sure, she's adapted but come on. How would you like to not even be able to dress yourself? I love Ashley and I don't want people saying hurtful things about her. I'm glad she doesn't come to this message board anymore because I don't want her seeing this. I heard that people were saying some things about her over here so I though I'd stop on by. I'm not trying to get angry and I'm not going to curse anyone out but I'd just like everyone to think before they speak. And I don't think Ashley deserves any **** because she doesn't even brag about meeting Stevie. She's a modest girl and she's a sweetheart. So please just think about how your hurting other people before you say something.
thank you~

First off I read nothing of anyone saying anything hurtful about Ashley. I actually just read some posts on this thread people saying they were happy for her.. Sure it's natural to feel jealous of someone who has met Stevie so many times, but it's not a negative thing. No-one ever said they wished to be in her physical condition. You said Ashley doesn't deserve "any ****" well guess what no-one here is giving her any. It is ok for people here to discuss Ashley meeting Stevie, in fact some had not heard about it and were curious. I dont think anything in this thread could be seen as hurtful, but that's just me.

Chris

[ELIUD]

I'm sure anyone who said they were jealous of Ashley didn't think saying so would hurt her feelings and are surprised that it would.

[DavidMn]

Okay, I'm not going to freak out here at anyone but I don't really appreciate everyone talking about Ashley and saying they are jelous and stuff. Ashley was born with a problem with her arms and she has limited use of them. I'm sure if she could take the option of having the use of her arms or meeting Stevie, she would take the arms. I've been with Ashley many times and I've seen how things can be a struggle for her. Sure, she's adapted but come on. How would you like to not even be able to dress yourself? I love Ashley and I don't want people saying hurtful things about her. I'm glad she doesn't come to this message board anymore because I don't want her seeing this. I heard that people were saying some things about her over here so I though I'd stop on by. I'm not trying to get angry and I'm not going to curse anyone out but I'd just like everyone to think before they speak. And I don't think Ashley deserves any **** because she doesn't even brag about meeting Stevie. She's a modest girl and she's a sweetheart. So please just think about how your hurting other people before you say something.
thank you~
Heidi, I couldnt have said it any better. Tell Ashley David says hello :)

[DavidMn]

Look, regarding this whole Ashley thing, I had a chance to meet her in Scranton last year, and I helped her touch Lindsey's guitar during the GYOW solo. We've become friends since, and when we talk, I sure dont even think about her disability whatsoever. I've never met Stevie either, and although I'd love to, if I dont it's cool. I'm not trying to say anyone here is attacking her at all, I guess I'd just like everryone to get along. I :)

[Gypsy-Rhiannon]

Who's not getting along? With the exception of one comment (which I hope was tongue in cheek) I don't get that anyone here has been attacking Ashley or saying hurtful things about her. If she had posted her experiences for herself on here I'm sure she would have been congratulated by everyone.

[diamondsnake]

I'm sorry if anything I've said has offended anyone. I shouldn't have started this thread in the first place, I just wanted to see who had met Stevie. When I first said I was jealous of Ashley, I didn't even know she had a disability. And quite frankly, why should the fact that she has a disability even matter?

[DavidMn]

I'm sorry if anything I've said has offended anyone. I shouldn't have started this thread in the first place, I just wanted to see who had met Stevie. When I first said I was jealous of Ashley, I didn't even know she had a disability. And quite frankly, why should the fact that she has a disability even matter?
Hey bud, dont worry about it. I cetainly didnt take offense, and I'm sure you didnt mean one in any way. It's all good. Don't stop sharing your opinions. its a good thing :nod:

[skcin]

I'm sorry if anything I've said has offended anyone. I shouldn't have started this thread in the first place, I just wanted to see who had met Stevie. When I first said I was jealous of Ashley, I didn't even know she had a disability. And quite frankly, why should the fact that she has a disability even matter?


It doesn't matter. She met Stevie because she's a talented girl. Many people have met Stevie, they don't all had disabilities.

This is a great thread, it's fun to read stories about meeting our idols, that's not the issue. Nobody's offended by what you posted, I was just a bit shocked that you posted that you would actually debate losing the use of your arms in order to meet Stevie. :shrug:

[diamondsnake]

It doesn't matter. She met Stevie because she's a talented girl. Many people have met Stevie, they don't all had disabilities.

This is a great thread, it's fun to read stories about meeting our idols, that's not the issue. Nobody's offended by what you posted, I was just a bit shocked that you posted that you would actually debate losing the use of your arms in order to meet Stevie. :shrug:
That didn't come out right. I meant that I was thinking about things and that horrible thought crossed my mind for a second. But I am not insane, of course I would not want to lose the use of my arms even if it did mean having a relationship with Stevie. I should have just kept that thought in my head, because it made no sense... even to me!

[Gypsy-Rhiannon]

That didn't come out right. I meant that I was thinking about things and that horrible thought crossed my mind for a second. But I am not insane, of course I would not want to lose the use of my arms even if it did mean having a relationship with Stevie. I should have just kept that thought in my head, because it made no sense... even to me!
Don't worry about it. No-one was being nasty about Ashley IMO. It's natural to comment about being jealous when someone meets our idol but it doesn't mean you are being malicious about it. It's all good

Pip

[andymaycen]

Hi all,
I have been lurking for a while but thought I would share my meeting Stevie experience. I actually have met her twice.
Once at a USC football game where her, Linds and Mick came out and did Tusk with the marching band. I was like 14 years old....so I was very nervous. Stevie was sitting about 6 seats in from the aisle. Lindsay was sitting on the aisle...I asked Lindasy if I could get her autograph. In hindsite that was probably a real crappy thing to do to Lindsay. Anyway, I didn't have paper or pen. So I didn't succeed in getting it. But I did meet her. She was very beautiful in real life. I was so nervous...I think I just froze up.
The second time I met her was at the San Diego Sports Arena where she performed with Tom Petty...I believe it was the Pack up The Plantation tour or something like that. Anyway,it was after the show and I waited at the backstage entrance. The band was getting on a bus...Stevie came out..she was basically being held up by two body guards. She was pretty out of it...none the less she was as graceful as someone could be in that state of mind. She was carrying a beer. I was surprised how small she was. She was dressed pretty normal, just a red dress, no make up. She was beautiful. She reminded me of a typical So-Cal surfer girl. She was concerned that if she gave me an autograph that she would have to give everybody hanging around one, so she said she couldn't do it. Anyway, she got on the bus, and that was it.

[skcin]

Hi all,
I have been lurking for a while but thought I would share my meeting Stevie experience. I actually have met her twice.
Once at a USC football game where her, Linds and Mick came out and did Tusk with the marching band. I was like 14 years old....so I was very nervous. Stevie was sitting about 6 seats in from the aisle. Lindsay was sitting on the aisle...I asked Lindasy if I could get her autograph. In hindsite that was probably a real crappy thing to do to Lindsay. Anyway, I didn't have paper or pen. So I didn't succeed in getting it. But I did meet her. She was very beautiful in real life. I was so nervous...I think I just froze up.
The second time I met her was at the San Diego Sports Arena where she performed with Tom Petty...I believe it was the Pack up The Plantation tour or something like that. Anyway,it was after the show and I waited at the backstage entrance. The band was getting on a bus...Stevie came out..she was basically being held up by two body guards. She was pretty out of it...none the less she was as graceful as someone could be in that state of mind. She was carrying a beer. I was surprised how small she was. She was dressed pretty normal, just a red dress, no make up. She was beautiful. She reminded me of a typical So-Cal surfer girl. She was concerned that if she gave me an autograph that she would have to give everybody hanging around one, so she said she couldn't do it. Anyway, she got on the bus, and that was it.

Thanks for sharing and welcome to The Ledge! :)

[David]

Once at a USC football game where her, Linds and Mick came out and did Tusk with the marching band.Yeah, cool! I remember that game. I was at that game with my mom & dad. I just saw them do their halftime, but I wasn't sitting anywhere near them. I probably would have wanted to try to see them after the game, but my mom & dad wanted to go get ribs. You get the best ribs down there by the Coliseum.
I was like 14 years old....so I was very nervous. Stevie was sitting about 6 seats in from the aisle. Lindsay was sitting on the aisle...I asked Lindasy if I could get her autograph. In hindsite that was probably a real crappy thing to do to Lindsay. Anyway, I didn't have paper or pen. So I didn't succeed in getting it. But I did meet her. She was very beautiful in real life. I was so nervous...I think I just froze up.There are some pics & video online of that day at the USC game with Stevie, Lindsey & Mick.
The second time I met her was at the San Diego Sports Arena where she performed with Tom Petty...I believe it was the Pack up The Plantation tour or something like that.Oh, dear. I went to Petty's show at the Forum on that tour not only wanting to see the Heartbreakers, of course, but hoping Stevie Nicks would show up. No show. Don't tell me she showed up in San Diego. . . please don't say that now.

Back when I was young & stupid, my friend Toni roomed with the lighting supervisor on several Mac & solo tours, so we generally were allowed to hang around off to the sides & then trip around backstage after. I saw Stevie a bunch of times but never said anything more than "hello" or "great show" to her (in those days, the shows actually were great). I remember at one show she was somewhat avoiding visitors/guests & just hanging out with crew or band children, putting strings of beads on them & putting little rings on their pudgy little fingers. Christine was almost never around after a show. She didn't like fans. Who can blame her? They're spooooky.

John McVie was at the slalom & ski jump event at the Lake Placid Olympics, & was very chatty (for John) with the few people who recognized him & approached him.

[Kelly]

I have not heard one comment on this thread that insults Ashley in any way at all. Why would anyone even contemplate "cursing anyone out" in this thread is beyond me. It is quite NORMAL to feel slight jealously or envy at someone who has met their idol many times over. However, every time I hear one of Ashley's stories it reminds me of how gracious, loving and caring Stevie really is. I loved hearing Ashley recount her most recent meeting with Stevie and describe Stevie's comments on the Dixie Chicks and the Dove. The Dove story had me pissing my pants laughing so hard....complete airhead Stevie at her best.

Anyway...carry on with the meeting stories. They are all fantastic. Especially the OSOTM one. I can totally hear Stevie in that low, husky, four in the morning F Me voice saying "See somethin you like?". Rawr.

[Gypsy-Rhiannon]

I loved hearing Ashley recount her most recent meeting with Stevie and describe Stevie's comments on the Dixie Chicks and the Dove. The Dove story had me pissing my pants laughing so hard....complete airhead Stevie at her best.
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Where can I read this?

Pip

[SuzeQuze]

I actually met Stevie on the second leg of the SYW tour in Anaheim, CA. I knew someone who knew her manager so I scored a meet and greet pass. I wrote this right after it happened so I’m going to cut and past from my journal :)

So the concert ended and a group of us are ushered back stage into the hallway of The Pond. We are in the corridor lined up and I am the first person in a line of about 30 people. After what seemed like forever this little man comes out and says “Ok folks the band will be out here in a few minutes. No autographs tonight. And Stevie says she’s sorry if she won’t be able to do a lot of talking tonight. She needs to rest her voice because they are recording the show for a radio broadcast tomorrow night. You will go in groups of 4, get your picture taken then exit� I was shaking and my heart was felt like it was going to burst out of my chest. I thought I heard the people behind me saying something about standing next to Stevie for the picture and I immediately turned around and snapped, “I AM STANDING NEXT TO STEVIE!� I honestly don’t know where that came from. I’m not usually pushy like that but nothing was going to prevent me from being next to her. They proceeded to tell me they were there to see Lindsey anyway so I had nothing to worry about. Oooops!
So all the sudden from behind the curtain I see John’s head pop out. The next thing I know Stevie comes out and makes direct eye contact with me. She doesn’t even look at anyone else. She comes directly towards me with her arms out. I swear she knew I was there for her! She looked drop dead gorgeous in her infamous SYW get up (even though I bitched about that dress the whole time). She was so incredibly grateful. She appreciates us soooo much you guys. You can see it in her eyes, they are so kind and loving and gentle. Her demeanor was gracious and calm. I also got a very motherly feeling from her which I did not expect. Words cannot express how I felt. She seemed so serene – so at peace. I was so happy for her. I could just see the love in her eyes and how deeply and passionately she feels. Definitely not your average everyday person. Her aura was astounding. Her energy all encompassing. It was so powerful words cannot describe it. She is a kindred soul. I will never forget the look in her eyes - like she knew exactly what I was feeling. Nothing needed to be said. She understood by looking into my eyes as if she could see my soul. She just knew. No Spoken Word! She smelled like lavender. We then posed for the picture. Her arms were around me from the back. OMG. I could I have died! Stevie Nicks was holding me in her arms! After the picture was taken we were suppose to leave immediately but I didn’t care what that man said about not talking to her. I knew this was a once in a lifetime opportunity and I wasn’t going to let it slip away. I said something very personal that I knew she would understand. She made light of the situation and we both giggled. Everyone else had already walked away and security said to me, “Please exit now ma’am�. We looked at each other one last time and I headed back down the hall towards the exit. There was a security guard standing there and I screamed at the top of my lungs “I just met Stevie Nicks!!!� as I ran down the hall and then I jumped into his arms. OMG he must have thought I was crazy. I’m sure she heard too because it was not that far away and I was very loud.
I walked out the door with the lingering smell of lavander. I will cherish that moment forever…


I love your story, thank you for sharing. :xoxo: I see the look you are talking about, well I saw it May 11 and I have the photo here on ny desk, it is awesome because it looks like she is looking out for me since I was right below her as I snapped the pic. My Stevie angel. :angel:

I love that she has evolved to this and is no longer such a storm.

[SuzeQuze]

:o :o :eek: :lol: :lol: :lol:

That just about sums up my reaction to your post! What an awesome experience!! I'm just the teensiest bit envious of anyone who's met her. But my now-18-year quest continues... :nod: I've shaken her hand a few times, and on one of the occasions, she came pointedly to me and only me, and "I felt that there was a connection...." :laugh: (Okay, maybe I'm a little serious). You can bet if I ever have the opportunity, if I don't get stunned into tongue-twisted silence, I'll be telling everyone and his brother about it!!!

Oh this happened to me too in Phoenix in '98. I saw her from accross the stage, our eyes locked as she walked toward me with her hands outstretched, she lovingly took both of my hands and time stopped as I gazed into her eyes and said... absolutely nothing! :laugh: But like SS said I got the feeling she knew. I'm sure the look of awe and reverence on our faces sort of helps her out a bit with her "sixth sense" about how we're feeling/what we're thinking. Have I ever mentioned how much I love this woman?

[SuzeQuze]

I was telling my uncle when I got to touch her hand and he grabbed my hand and started rubbing it on his face as a joke! It was pretty funny!

Hehe, my Dad and I watched me touch Stevie in slow mo on the 5/11 Vegas DVD. :D

[pattymarkle]

Okay, I have a story to share as well, but before I bore you guys with details that many of you might have seen before, let me just say this about Ashley; I believe that she is like 16 or 17 years old and she did paint a beautiful picture for Stevie with her feet and mouth. I believe she was born with her arms only developed to the elbow.

David - I was just at the Nicks Fix looking for the news story that ran about her, but I can't find it. I did come across your review of the show and maybe you could paste that section in here?? I didn't want to do it without your permission and it seems to tell her story well.

Grab your favorite beverage, this is long. I don't have an original copy anymore and this isn't at the Nicks Fix anymore and Tgee has a copy somewhere in her site - maybe she will be back from vacation soon! :]

Anyhow ~ I did have the chance to meet Stevie in April of 2001, right before TISL was released. A dear friend of mine and now someone that I work for, is a radio DJ in Dallas. When he first got the job 8 years ago, I told him I wouldn't be one of those pesky friends who is always asking for free stuff or meet and greet passes, unless it had anything to do with Stevie Nicks.

So he calls me one afternoon and says, "Be here at 6:30am Wednesday - we are hosting a special breakfast with Stevie Nicks". She was actually in town to do a benefit for Don Henley and his wife wife called, "The Yellow Rose Foundation".

I arrived at 6:30 and found my friend Tony. All of the people who had won an invitation were there in the lobby being moved inside a conference room. I went downstairs with Tony and the employees of the station to greet her limo in the parking lot. As we walked outside we saw the limo and Stevie, Karen and Waddy were just stepping out. She had her dog with her, but the dog stayed with the limo driver rather than come upstairs with Stevie. Since I was like the least important person in the whole group, I stayed behind everyone and really didn't get a good look at her until we were upstairs later. I saw that she was wearing crushed velvet leggings and top with sandals.

Once we were upstairs she was taken inside the broadcast booth and I was sent to the conference room with all the winners. They had a huge oval table and about 14 people in the room. I took a seat directly across from where Stevie was going to sit at the head of the table. They had food and juice out for us, but nobody ate anything. I think we were all too nervous to eat. We could hear the broadcast in our room so we all sat quietly and listened to the interview.

They played "Everyday" and chatted with Stevie about the benefit and about TISL. She sang "Landslide" live with Waddy playing for her. She made a comment like, "Okay - Landslide before 8:00 in the morning". I knew she hadn't been to sleep. She pulled it off and it sounded great. They asked her a few silly questions like, "Do you have an ATM card?" "No" she said, "I don't know what that is". They told her and she said that she can't go around with stuff like that. "I carry a phone book with me." They asked her where she was the first time she heard herself on the radio. She said, "I was in mine and Lindsey's apartment and the first song I heard was, 'Over My Head'. She explained that wasn't her song, but she and Lindsey were on the vocals and then told them that 'Rhiannon" was the first song of hers that she heard on the radio. I honestly don't remember all the other things they said.

So all of us were sitting there waiting for the moment to arrive and in she walked. She sat down at the head of the table, clicked her ruby red nails on the table and said, "Hi everyone - I'm Stevie Nicks", in a very funny way. It really helped to break the ice. There was a girl there who was in the chair right next to her who started crying and really couldn't stop. Stevie cupped her hands over the girls hands and moved in close to her to talk. It was a beautiful thing to see. Stevie talked quietly with her and got her to calm down. It was like they were the only two people in the room.

Then Stevie said, "So, do any of you have any questions?" I remember somebody asking her if Buckingham Nicks would ever be released again and she said that it would. Somebody had a copy of it for her to sign and she said something like, "WOW - I don't see too many of those anymore". Everyone asked a question and that Buckingham/Nicks one is the only one I remember, except for mine.

I really wanted Stevie to know that all of us are here on the internet and that it is this great community of people who are sincerely devoted to her and her music. I told her John Kinney did a wonderful job with her website and that I appreciated the work of everyone associated with it. I asked her if she had a computer. "No. I don't own a computer and I don't want to own a computer. I did just buy a computer for my niece though!" I think that was when I told her, "If you ever want to get a message to everyone who loves you, or all of us, a computer would be a great way to do that."

People continued with their questions and then they told us to line up and we could get our picture taken with Stevie and have her autograph the things we brought. I took my "Enchanted" set and a glossy page of TISL pics that I made up on the computer. I took an extra one of those and my friend Tony had her sign it for him. When it was my turn to talk to her, I thanked her for sharing her tranquilizer story with us because I was starting to walk down that path filled with Valium and Xanax, and she looked me straight in the eye and grabbed my hand, using both of hers and she told me to run away from it right now because you will lose every bit of creativity you have in you." Now that was insightful because I was working as a video producer at the time. I told her that was my wish from meeting with her. Her story really did touch me and I was grateful she shared it with all of us because it honestly did help me. She signed the Blue Lamp page in "Enchanted", she also signed disc #2 and my TISL sheet. When the station went to take our picture, I called for Tony to come and get in there with me as he was the reason I got to meet her. She put her arm around me, tilted her head towards me and gave one of her famous non-smiling but happy poses.

I left the room to allow everyone else to get on through and I saw Waddy out just standing in the hall. I walked right up to him and told him how awesome it was to see him. I asked if he would be touring with Stevie and he told me he was trying to free his schedule so he could tour with her again. He signed my "Waddy" page in Enchanted and gave me a hug.

So ~ that was my moment basking in her glow, which then in turn allowed people to bask in my glow for several months after that. I was on a Stevie High and honestly, I haven't came back down yet! :D

Sorry for the length and thanks for taking the time to read this! :angel:

Patty

[golden braid]

Patty, I had read your story before but I was just as eager to read it again. I love reading stories about people meeting Stevie and none of them are ever too long. :) :)

[littlecricket2]

That didn't come out right. I meant that I was thinking about things and that horrible thought crossed my mind for a second. But I am not insane, of course I would not want to lose the use of my arms even if it did mean having a relationship with Stevie. I should have just kept that thought in my head, because it made no sense... even to me!

I naturally assumed that your comment was totally tongue-in-cheek (in response to mine, which was also tongue-in-cheek) and just chuckled when I read it; I didn't think you meant any harm, and neither did I. I know Ashley and she's a sweet girl with a lot of energy and talent, who happens to be lucky enough to have met Stevie.

[LikeAWillow]

Patty that is such an amazing story! I love reading this thread, it's so great to see how many nice experiences people have had meeting her :nod:

~Marissa~

[littlecricket2]

I have not heard one comment on this thread that insults Ashley in any way at all. Why would anyone even contemplate "cursing anyone out" in this thread is beyond me. It is quite NORMAL to feel slight jealously or envy at someone who has met their idol many times over. However, every time I hear one of Ashley's stories it reminds me of how gracious, loving and caring Stevie really is. I loved hearing Ashley recount her most recent meeting with Stevie and describe Stevie's comments on the Dixie Chicks and the Dove. The Dove story had me pissing my pants laughing so hard....complete airhead Stevie at her best.

Anyway...carry on with the meeting stories. They are all fantastic. Especially the OSOTM one. I can totally hear Stevie in that low, husky, four in the morning F Me voice saying "See somethin you like?". Rawr.

Pip said, "Where can I read this?"

Yeah, I've been on Mick's board, Burnish, and this one, and for some reason I haven't read this story (maybe Ashley posted during a time I was really busy and not very active on the boards and I just totally missed it). Or am I mistaken that Ashley posted this stuff at all and you just met her in person and she told you these stories? If there's anywhere we can read about the Dixie Chicks and Dove stuff please let us know. (Maybe I did read it already, come to think of it--I have no idea!). :]

[BlueDenimLamp]

Bumping a thread that has not been posted in for over 10 years just because it's more interesting than any of the current ones.

[lovethemac1]

Ha ha ha, I agree!!!

[Newzchspy]

Bumping a thread that has not been posted in for over 10 years just because it's more interesting than any of the current ones.

Thanks for the bump Blue Denim, brings back memories:

Yes, met her twice (2) , TISL at the radio station doing a private interview and promotion. My BIL was the head of advertising in Chicago and we were mano-a-mano, just her and I (surprised at how short she actually is without the stacks) and at WTTW mano-a-mano again). Even got a treasured poster from TISL that she signed in front of me. Some of the softest hands I've ever felt. Sweet, almost shy in demeanor, BUT you could feel a presence about her. Her skin is porcelain white and very clear. This was over 10 years ago and I've never forgotten it.

[Nicks Fan]

I have met her back in 2011 on the Oprah show. It is a long story so bear with me.

So here is the story about how I wound up at the Oprah show. A good friend of mine had started a Facebook page called get Stevie on the Oprah show. I joined the group and like other people would post comments related to Stevie and / or the quest to get her on the Oprah show. Then last summer/Fall (I can’t recall exactly) I had seen a link on Facebook that Oprah was looking for guest suggestions. It was her final season and they were looking for people to submit suggestions regarding famous people who have never been featured on the show during its 25 year run. They had a form where you can submit your request via a small letter where you briefly stated your case. I of course being the super fan of Stevie Nicks requested that Oprah have Stevie on the show.

In my letter I talked about Stevie Nicks releasing a new CD in the spring and having her on to promote it would be great. I should stress that it never crossed my mind that I would be there at the show. I just figured if Oprah were to feature Stevie as a guest on her show that would be cool.

So the fall and winter months come and go and during that time I had applied for several positions in the OPL and also been to some concerts as well as celebrating my 30th birthday in Toronto with another one of my favourite singers. Melissa Etheridge. Because of all this, the letter I had sent had completely slipped my mind. Then on March 21 I was working my evening shift at Stittsville and decided to take my break. When I went on my break I brought my I Pod I touch with me to the staff room as we have wireless internet access in the branch so I knew I could check my email and such. I log into my yahoo account and there is an email from an Allyson Kearns a producer of the Oprah show. The email stated that they had received my letter and wanted more info including a recent picture of me. As you can imagine I couldn’t believe what I was reading. Part of me was suspicious that it might be a scam yet in my mind I was thinking what if it isn’t?

I called my mom and my brother in hysterics as I couldn’t contain my excitement. Everyone at work was all excited mainly because they could see how excited I was. After some discussion, it was decided that I would go home to my parents (where allot of my Stevie memorabilia was in storage anyway) and take a picture of me with most of my merchandise on display. I also sent a more detailed letter and a picture of myself and waited.

Unbeknownst to me one of my sisters got to thinking that perhaps the Oprah staff were choosing between several candidates and in order to make my story stand out she not only created a Facebook page called Get Matt On The Oprah Show (where people could click like to help support me) she also sent an email to various news agencies (CTV, A CHANNEL, CBC etc). CBC Radio took the bait and called me and my sister for a little more on the story. Next thing I knew I was being interviewed by Allan Neale on the CBC Radio show “All in a Day” where I got to tell my story and in a way solicit help from listeners to help out with the Facebook campaign.

Two weeks went by and while the campaign was ongoing it was starting to lose momentum as we had not heard anything more from the producer since the initial email. During this time we received word that not only was Stevie Nicks going to be taping an Oprah show appearance on Fri April 8th but that Pat Benetar, Salt N Peppa, Sister Sledge and Joan Jett would be there as well. It was going to an episode devoted to Rock Goddesses.

Then on Monday April 4th once again I am at work and I decide to check my phone messages at home. The only message is one from Allyson (The same producer who initially contacted me)stating that I have been invited to the taping of the Oprah show this Fri and I can bring 3 guests (Talk about cutting it pretty close!!!) I call my mom and we try to figure out how we can do this since flights at the last minute would be very expensive if we could even get anything at all. Thankfully my Mom had lots of points on her credit card so she was able to use her points to help offset the cost. In the end our trip cost us around $158.00 which was basically service fees for redeeming so many points.

The difficult part for me was choosing who in my family should go. I think in retrospect I should have just drawn names from a hat to avoid anyone feeling left out as it would have been purely luck of the draw. In the end I decided on my Mom, my Twin Brother, and one of my older sisters (The one who started the Facebook Campaign).
We booked our flights and would be departing Thursday morning. (My sister was flying from Halifax where she lives and was going to be meeting us in Chicago at the airport) Unfortunately the day of our departure there was fog in Chicago so all flights to Chicago were delayed. As the morning wore on I was getting very nervous as I had a date that I wasn’t about to miss. My brother had not been on a plane in almost 11 years and he was not enthusiastic about flying. We finally boarded our plane at around 1:30 and when my brother sat down I thought I was looking at a woman going into labour as he was breathing very heavily with his eyes closed. I was not sure if he would make it on the plane but he did and everything was fine. I myself had not flown in almost 10 years but last year I flew to Toronto twice and Boston once in a bid to get over my anxiety to travel on a plane. I still am not 100 percent sold on flying but I will fly as I tell myself I can get to my destination faster.

We finally arrived in Chicago around 3:45 and while we were bummed that we lost most of our first day (which we wanted to use for exploring the city) we were still glad to finally have arrived in the windy city. The weather throughout or trip was overcast and a little chilly although the day we left for home, the beautiful weather was coming. Our hotel was the “Hotel Monaco” right downtown near Trump Towers. In relation to Oprah’s studio it was great as it a short cab ride from our hotel to the studio.

Our first night was spent having dinner at a fantastic restaurant where the pasta was fantastic. Easily one of the best meals (if not the best) meal I have ever had. I tried to sleep but the excitement of tomorrows big day was too much for me. Even at breakfast the next day I could hardly eat as my stomach was in knots.

The day of the taping arrived and we were very much looking forward to our adventure. We still were not sure what would be in store for us when we got there. One thing that made us all mad was that the FAQ we received from Oprah’s producer stated that were absolutely no phones, cameras or recording devices allowed. That was not entirely true. Oh for sure they are not allowed, but you can have them on you up until the security checkpoint where you have to surrender them till after the show. (They get taken and bagged and you are given a ticket to hand in at the end of the day to receive your items). This made us mad because we wanted pictures of us in the line up and also pictures of the Studio from the outside. We ended up going back on Saturday to get some pictures. They were great but not the same as being there on the day of the taping with all of the other audience members.

Once you pass the security check point you are sent either upstairs or downstairs to sit and wait. While you wait a pair of elderly women who work as security fill you in on the rules and regulations (No food inside, no camera’s/phones, where the washrooms are etc). We were supposed to be seated in the show room at 12:15 but it was almost 1:00 before we were seated. While we waited in the holding area we struck up some pleasant conversations with people around us. I was able to meet Steve Gains the man from California who had started the Facebook campaign.

Right before we were seated, a voice on the loud speaker came on and said something along the lines of “Ladies and gentleman it is now time to begin taking your seats. We will begin seating you shortly. If you hear your name called then please come immediately to the lower level to be escorted your reserved seating. So then the crowd of people around me (Some of who I knew and others who I didn’t) were saying things like “it’s going to be you” and “You are the number 1 fan”. Sure enough after calling a few names we hear “Matt Denison party of 4”. The people around me were all cheering and clapping and saying things like “Way to go” and “Congratulations”. We take our seats in the audience (We were sitting in the very first row of the back half of the room with the camera crew slightly off to the side of where we sat). I should add that the Oprah show producers have the seating down to a science. You are told on the FAQ not to wear all white or beige and that dark colours are not advised .They actually say that bright colours work best and they even encourage you to buy yourself a new outfit for this once in a lifetime opportunity. They will also seat you according your attire as the cameras may capture you so they want it all to be seamless. As we wait a woman approaches us and introduces herself as Allyson the producer who has been communicating with me. She tells me to wait here once the show is over as I will be escorted backstage. By this time my stomach was in knots big time and I was extremely nervous.

Finally Oprah comes out in a red sequined top with blue pants and is standing right next to our row. She looks right at us for what seems like forever before starting the show. The stage was set up with candles and such so it was obvious that Stevie was on first. She came out and sang the Fleetwood Mac classic “Landslide” as she is singing Sheryl Crowe comes out on the stage and started to sing with her. This would be the theme of the show as other special guests joined the legends on stage. This included Avril Lavigne singing with Pat Benetar and Miley Cyrus singing with Joan Jett and The Blackhearts. Joan seemed out of place there. She looked really uncomfortable being there but she looked great.

Stevie was the only one given more than one segment which included a sit down interview where she was joined in the second half of the interview by Sheryl Crowe. The grand finale was Sister Sledge singing “We are Family” joined by all of the legends. The one thing I found cheesy was these rings that lit up that we were asked to wear and wave around during select performances. If you watch the show it comes off looking very cheesy.

During breaks in the taping Oprah took questions from the audience including one from my brother in which he asked what her first live concert was. Her answer was James Brown in 1968 when she was 14 years old and because she came home without her shoes her father got upset. There was a real emotional moment when a fellow Ottawa native in the audience got to tell Oprah that her mother was supposed to be here but she had suffered a brain aneurysm. She was quick to say that she was doing well but added that when she awoke her first response was “Can I still go to Oprah because if you discharge me I am going to Oprah”. The doctors were adamant that they would not be discharging her. Oprah had her come down and they took a picture together to give to her mom. That was very classy of Oprah to do that.

Finally at the end of the taping Oprah gives the audience a Cover Girl gift bag which includes make up, a copy of Joan Jett’s greatest hits and Pat Benetar’s new biography “Between a Heart and A Rock Place”. Now it was time for us to go backstage.

The best way to describe the backstage area is to say that it was like organized chaos. All the stars were hanging out talking with various people. Oprah walked by and stopped to talk to us saying to my brother that it was a great question that he asked. She obviously knew of my story as she said to us “You must be the twins and you must the mom and their sister”. I figure everyone in the audience must have a story and Oprah and her staff must know it all in the event they make it on camera. Allyson came over and talked to us while we waited for Stevie to come over.

At one point Pat Benetar came over and commented on how much she liked my sister’s shoes.

Finally the moment arrived when I was face to face with my Idol. I got to shake her hand and she gave me a hug. When we talked she confirmed to me the rumors that she was indeed playing the Glastonbury music festival this year. In response to being on the Oprah show she remarked to me that this was the biggest thing she had ever done which I responded with “Yeah you and me both” It was funny. She talked about her new album and that it was her “Little Rumors”. She was very adamant that this was the best work she has done and was excited for us all to hear it.

We got to talking about her tour and she said that she hoped to play places she has not been to in a while. I talked about Ottawa where I am from and the fact that she has not played here solo since 1989. She very graciously gave me a picture that was signed “To Matt much love Stevie Nicks as well as a hand drawn picture with a letter written on the back explaining the origins of her song “Rhiannon”. Suddenly she saw my twin and remarked oh my god there are two of them quick get me something I can’t give something to one and not the other. I then said something funny like “Sure you can he is nobody. We don’t even know him”

Eventually it was time to leave and so we collected our things and off we went. The day was one we will never forget.

Our final day was spent sightseeing taking a tour of the Navy Pier, the John Hancock building with its magnificent views of the city. We then headed to the airport for the journey home. This was a moment in time that I will never forget.

If you search Get Matt On The Oprah Show on Facebook you can see all the video clips articles etc.

[Nicks Fan]

This is an article my work posted to all City of Ottawa employees. OPL stands for Ottawa Public Library.

OPL employee’s inspiration from Stevie Nicks’ music strikes perfect note with Oprah Winfrey Show

Posted in Employee recognition, Health and wellness

The power of music can take us back to special moments and people or help us to overcome difficult times. For Ottawa Public Library employee, Matthew Denison, Stevie Nicks’ music has been an inspirational force in changing his life.
Over their 30 years, Matthew and his twin brother have coped with learning disabilities, stuttering, and seizures. They also have experienced difficulties in making friends and finding employment.

Stevie Nicks’ music has been a source of inspiration and motivation for Matthew, especially her 1986 single Has Anyone Ever Written Anything for You. He attributes the powerful and inspirational messages in her songs in helping him carry on and overcome adversity.

As part of her talk show’s final season, Oprah Winfrey asked fans to suggest potential guests who have never appeared over the show’s 25 years. That call to action had Matthew sending an e-mail to the show’s producers to plead his case for the former Fleetwood Mac singer, Stevie Nicks.

After reading his e-mail, Oprah Winfrey’s staff wanted to know more about his story. Furthermore, Oprah’s website has requested to hear from all fans of Stevie Nicks and more specifically why they want to meet the singer.
To further the chances of making his dream a reality, Matthew and his older sister also launched a Facebook campaign to help get on the show and meet the artist that has touched his life.

We’re thrilled to report that all of Matthew’s hard work and determination has paid off. His wish to pay tribute to Stevie Nicks takes flight today as he makes his way to Chicago. And he will be front and centre tomorrow at the Oprah Winfrey Show taping headlined by a singer who has struck a powerful and positive note in his life.
Check out the show on Wednesday, April 13 and see how this story ends and a dream comes true.

2 Responses to “OPL employee’s inspiration from Stevie Nicks’ music strikes perfect note with Oprah Winfrey Show”

Lynda MacDonald
April 7, 2011 at 12:29 pm
What a great story!! Very inspirational. I like to see more stories like this. City of Ottawa employees are hard and dedicated workers. They are also individuals who have dreams and aspirations. People with lives outside of work. It is refreshing to see another side of a city employee. In The Loop – Keep up the great work!

Michelle Milks
April 7, 2011 at 1:58 pm
Very cool, congratulations!! I will be watching on the 13th!

[Nicks Fan]

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[vivfox]

This is me and some of my family.

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Your brother looks a lot like you. These are some great pics of you and Stevie.

[Nicks Fan]

These are the autographs she gave me

[Nicks Fan]

Your brother looks a lot like you. These are some great pics of you and Stevie.

Yes he does , We are identical twins in almost every way. I began working out in 2012 and look much more muscular now then in those pictures where I am very skinny. That is one difference between my brother as he is very skinny but I am not anymore.

He is slightly taller then me as well.

[Aussie W/Heart]

I really enjoyed reading your wonderful story, thanks for sharing Nicks Fan.. Meeting Stevie is such a cherished, unforgettable experience.. I still cant believe (random luck) got to meet her in 1980..

[~*BellaDonna*~]

In my dreams? Yes. In reality? Nope.

[StreetAngel86]

In my dreams? Yes. In reality? Nope.

basically.

**sobs for hours**

are all those tears necessary?

yes, yes they are

:lol:

[~*BellaDonna*~]

basically.

**sobs for hours**

are all those tears necessary?

yes, yes they are

:lol:
Indeed, they are. :nod:

[sue]

Has anyone met Stevie just out and about ?....

I mean we often see Lindsey doing the tourist bit, and being photo'd
But I've never seen Stevie out in amongst the great unwashed..

[Aussie W/Heart]

I would love to tell my story again, Okay here goes:) When the band was out and about :thumbsup:

Back in 1980, 3 friends and i flew to Gold Coast from Melbourne for a 3 week holiday we were 19 years old at the time.. We had spent the majority of time sunbaking,learning to surf and doing the normal touristy things .. We had 2 days left before flying back home, so we decided to walk the 30 min into Surfers Paradise, we checked out this amazing little shop that sold large sculptured candles, beautiful jewelry and hippy chick clothing.. We were in our element, spending our last few dollars there.. Anyway we crossed the road and ordered coffee and crepes, sitting outside & waiting for our orders to arrive, i happened to notice this big bus trying to slowly maneuver through this narrow street, along the esplanade close to the beach.. As the bus made its way opposite us, i looked up again and at the back of the bus i noticed it was Stevie sitting at the back of the bus in the window seat.. I yelled out there's Stevie Nicks, i am sure she read my lips, she was looking at me at the same time.. so i jumped up and ran across the road and tapped on the side of the bus then it STOPPED :thumbsup: doors opened, by this time my friends had followed me, i asked the driver if it would be possible to get an autograph, that just popped out of my mouth :shocked:.. He turned around and got the nod, so i made my way up the steps and to my utter surprise there they were the only 5 people of the bus were the 5 fireflies :shocked::shocked: Stevie said a warm Hello happily waved and smiling and asked for my name, i hesitated for a split sec as everyone calls me by my nick name, i gave my real name so she said hello Dianne my heart melted, and beating 1000 miles an hour, i then introduced her to my friends standing behind me. Stevie and Christine were sitting on opposite sides on the back seat, Lindsey in front of Stevie, Mick in front of CM and JM in front of Mick.. I glanced passed the others and focused on Stevie, she said that we live in a beautiful place here, and it reminds her of there hometown very much, stupid me asked her what are you doing here, (as i/we didn't relise they were touring in Aust at the time). Then she asked are you not coming to our concert tonight in Brisbane, as we have some incredible new songs we are playing. I said yes, and look forward to going but i lied as we had run out of money and i didn't want to disappoint her, we talked for a short time, then she said they had to go as they had sound check or rehearsals at 4pm.. So we said our goodbyes, i said thanks for stopping and so great to meet you.. For the entire time our eyes were locked, i will never forget her big brown eyes and her raspy voice.. I remember in the back of my mind i wanted to ask if they wanted to share a joint with us, i had one pre rolled in my purse then i wanted to show Stevie the shop across the road, she would of loved it.. I will Never ever forget that awesome day meeting the lovely Stevie Nicks.. :xoxo::D :thumbsup:

[britt0308]

Originally posted re: Rosemont Theatre, Chicago, IL solo show 8/23/11 My first Stevie/FM concert. I could always edit my writing as time passes, but I think this holds true to my experience!
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Long story short..I initially just had a first row ticket behind the pit and was beyond thrilled for simply the concert experience. And Stevie did NOT disappoint. She truly is a legend as we all know. The fun started a few days before the concert when, on a whim, I entered a local radio online contest for a meet & greet prize. Well I freaking WON!!! I was dying. Ended up winning an additional 2 tickets..which I gave to my parents who hadn't seen her since '75 and in total 2 backstage meet & greets for after the show.

As mentioned before, the show was great! High energy, hilarious comments and true love for the audience and what she had to offer us in return. Prior to the show I had confirmed with the security guard (who was on her first day of the job AND a Stevie fan ) that I could go up for the Edge walk. I actually wasn't supposed to and she kinda got in trouble at the end..oops!!! Anyways, she ended up letting me go right after L&L and I was leaning up on the stage directly in front of Waddy. He's insane, what talent! Somehow got a guitar pick from him at the end..right after a full 2 handed grab and smiling 'head nod' of thanks from Stevie! Waddy actually started cracking up at me after the lights came up at the end..as I was thanking him for giving me the pick..and pointed out laughing "Oh my god! You're young!!!" I'm 20 for reference..so I guess he was right!

Directly after the show I met up with my Dad and we got in the first group of about 20 to go backstage. Saw/talked/met Waddy again, which was cool. My dad got to bro out with him about the Winos (w/Keith Richards back in the day) so it kinda made his night haha. Stevie came out and started making the rounds..quickly introducing and having Karen take photos. I had thought about what I wanted to say to her..and a '79 Jim Ladd interview had really touched me recently. If you haven't heard it, I really recommend looking up the clip!

Basically Stevie mentions a girl coming up to her and saying (paraphrasing) 'I know you hear this all the time, but you truly have such a great gift as a songwriter. You're so special.' And Stevie interrupts her and goes, 'Wait a minute..I do NOT hear that all the time. And if people like you don't come up to me and say that..who will?' It's a pretty emotional moment at the end of the interview and I don't know but it really hit home how I felt about her talent as well.

After Karen took our photos (*edit help! my pic is too large to attach!) I asked Stevie if I could tell her something really quick. She said of course and grabbed both of my hands with hers. I started to say that I had listened to the interview..and as I started saying how Stevie had responded I kind of choked up. Softie I know.. But I took a deep breath and she squeezed my hands. I just said that she should never forget how truly special and what an amazing poet and songwriter she has always been. And how much she means to me and so many other people. She was so gracious and kind of whispered that it meant so much to her to hear that. Then she started telling me old Jim Ladd stories and just little tangent tidbits. Oh! All of this btw was with us speaking like 2 inches from each other's faces haha. She stared into my eyes the entire time..it was so surreal! I tried to step back at one point just by habit and she stepped forward again still holding my hands.

All in all it was about a 5 minute convo and she reached out to hug me at the end and again thanked me for coming up and telling her those comments. As I was leaving the area, my Dad was like okayyy, what was that all about?! You guys were in your own little bubble! Management or someone I guess were saying that they couldn't let everyone talk for as long as our convo anymore haha. I was honestly truly touched by the whole experience. I'll never forget it. And to make things a little more special..the radio guy (who had to email the photos to me from Karen) said right after I was done she went into her dressing room and the 40 or so other people not in our group only got to meet the band! My luck..which is usually not so great..was in fine form that night! And 'the feeling remains even after the glitter fades..' has never seemed more fitting!!! Magic...

[RavenOfRhiannon]

Ok, I didn't meet Stevie, but my best friend did, and I feel like I was there.

Back in February 1991, this comic loving, Stevie singing, theatre doing Friend of Dorothy was in the green room of the Permian Playhouse in Odessa, TX reading the newest issue of The Teen Titans. Back then, kids, there was a letter column where letters to the editor were printed ALONG WITH THE SENDER'S NAME AN ADDRESS (imagine that today).
I spotted a letter that was signed off, 'PS: Don't you think Raven would make a great singer/songwriter a la Stevie Nicks?'
My little gay heart fluttered. There was another gay person out in the world who loved Raven and Stevie Nicks. I ran home after rehearsal (I was a tin soldier in The Velveteen Rabbit, btw) and wrote to a letter to Mr. Anthony Lower of Philadelphia, PA. To my great surprise, he answered me, and we became pen pals.
Flash forward a bit to July 1991, Anthony got the chance to see Stevie in concert during the Whole Lotta Trouble tour. He was granted a backstage pass by Henri David of Halloween, where Stevie gets her custom jewelry made. After the concert, he was able to briefly meet Stevie on her way out of the building.
The ext day, however, Henri called Ant and invited him to meet Stevie while she was in Halloween shopping. Ant raced down there and was able to spend some quality time with Stevie. He had her sign his copy of the Teen Titans with his letter in it, and he told her about how it brought us together.
20 plus years later, Anthony and I are still besties, and it's all because of Stevie (and maybe Raven a bit. And also Wonder Woman. And also men.)