LET'S BACK UP A BIT...
This is a rare video that has been edited out of Elvis' final television concert for many years, but I have decided to post it. It features Elvis backstage at the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center in Rapid City, South Dakota on June 21, 1977. Monique Brave, a young girl from the Sioux Indian Tribe is taken backstage to present Elvis with a "Medallion of Life". He was very moved. The Mayor of Rapid City gives Elvis a plaque acknowledging him for being the first artist to perform in the new arena. There is much for you to take away from this footage. It is admittedly out of sequence from my earlier post. But it is consistent with what I intended to convey during November, the month of Thanksgiving and my Giving-Thanks-Challenge. This upcoming weekend, I will make my visits to those of you I might have missed recently.
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Thanksgiving: For friends who know what it is to stick it out. No matter what is working or not working in your life, true friends are available who are emotionally healthy, concerned for your life and your growth as a person. They never waver. They are always "on the same page" and supportive no matter what. Life is like the many angles of a cut diamond. There is a time when you will be lifted to meteoric heights of success, and times when turbulent winds blow and leave you bewildered in an environment of failure that is foreign and difficult. Nevertheless, true friends remain with you. They believe in you and validate you; they accept you and they encourage you. They don't go "Missing in Action". This is a Two Way Street--not a One Way Street or a Dead End. I give thanks today for true friends, old and new alike. May I be as good to you as you've been to me. Forever.
Michael
Michael
posted by Michael Manning @ 12:00 AM
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How extraordinary;, we were on the same page today when it comes to giving thanks.;)
Friends are important in our lives as they makes us fly and keep us grounded at the same time.;)
Have a lovely day,
xoxo
Zuzana
Zuzana: It was a strong Blog post but it was meant to convey the power of good, solid friends and how cherished they are. Thanks for your friendship! :)
xoxo
Michael
hold your hand out, i have a validation stamp here someplace. because once you leave, i can't let you back in without it.
I've been reading a book titled "To the Field of Stars: A Pilgrim's Journey to Santiago de Compostela" and I loved this quote:
Turistas manden; peregrinos agradecen (Tourists demand; pilgrims thank).
Thanks, Pilgrim!
Such moving words about friendship.
What a rare clip that is.
Loved that footage. Thank you for posting it. I like this outlook for celebrating the upcoming seasons. Gratitude.
Hi Michael! *mauhz*
You ok? *hugz*
I am praying for you to remain strong...i understand.
Love yeah!
Seraphine: (Hand is held out). My Aunt turns 90 this week and she says, "An outstretched hand must be met by another". lol to you! :)
Sage: My thanks to you with gratitude! :)
PM: Many thanks, my friend. I know it was bold. But life is too short to soft peddle love in action! :)
Jean Luc-Picard: It really is! I think Elvis was a good man whose life just spiraled out of proportion. There are many comparisons to Michael Jackson's tragic outcome--but only in this regard. Both men tried to the best of their individual abilities. They just needed help along the way.
Keri: lol! I have Protege to thank for leading me to Leah. I count my blessings daily.:)
Bawstongirl2010: I'm fine. Just passionate about life. A friend who was killed years ago in a car accident used to have stationary that read at the top: "Don't just take up space in life. Make a contribution". I hope I am doing that. :)
You are Michael. *smiles*
Elvis is still rocking us!!!
Bawstongirl2010: THANK YOU! :)
Maria: He is. Looking back today, I can see more clearly what a terrible tragedy it was to lose Elvis at just 42 years of age. He was a tremendous talent! And this video was special!:)
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