I got to meet host of Indians Live, Al Pawlowski during an Indians game on Saturday night.
Yesterdays Cleveland Indians game started about two hours late after a rain delay… without any rain.
During that time I tweeted at the two Sports Time Ohio “Tribe Live” guys asking for a selfie since I had some time to spare. I was lucky enough to have reached one of them.
The 4:10 P.M. game finally started at 6:55 P.M. after a quick storm rolled in, unfortunately the Indians players never got the memo.
Since we were sitting in section 111, left of the Sports Time Ohio stage I was able to keep a creeper eye to see when the guys would arrive. However around the 7th inning I just got up and walked over there since there was nothing to watch on the field anymore.
A little after 9:00 P.M. the guys walked up from Heritage Park, I played it cool and let them proceed and get situated.
After a minute or two I called out to Al Pawlowski just to let him know I was there but no rush. Immediately he recognized me and came right on over.
Al was super cool, we chatted for a bit until he walked away.
Jensen Lewis had walked over to the stairs and was busy on his phone, I reached out to him to see if I could get a two for one deal. He looked up and said to give him a minute, after a while, I walked back to my seat as seemed to be preoccupied.
The Indians lost 2-6 to the Tampa Bay Rays on Saturday and didn’t do any better today when they went down 3-6.
Mariah Carey, known for her vocal range and songs like “All I want For Christmas is You” and “We Belong Together” performed in Buffalo, New York over the weekend.
Huge fans and stalker sisters, Shari and Jenna left Cleveland to see Carey perform a 169 miles away. When the concert was over they were able to scratch meeting Mariah Carey off of their bucket list.
It was a cold evening but Carey made her way over to the crowd, she signed for everyone who was there. However, since the mob of people were loud and began to push, selfies could not happen.
What a wonderful evening! Thanks to Mariah for making my friends year!
Wizard World Cleveland Brings Thomas Ian Nicholas to Local Bar in Mentor, Ohio.
Thomas Ian Nicholas, best known for his role as Henry Rowengartner in Rookie of the Year and Kevin Myers in the American Pie movies is partispating at this years Wizard Word in Cleveland.
Thomas literally played for almost two hours straight without a break, he was fun and enjoyable to listen to. When he was done the three of us waited patiently for the small crowd that formed around him to leave before we approached him.
After a few minutes, he had acknowledged us and made his way over to chit chat and take pictures.
Thomas singing Shari’s autograph book.My personalized autograph from Thomas.
Much love to Thomas who took the time out of his busy weekend to spend a few personal moments and make our Friday night. Please check out his Twitter page and follow along with all of his new projects.
A big shout out to Chris Toth for bringing Thomas in and sharing his bar with is, if you’re in the are swing by Toth’s Too for a good time.
Last but not least my fans! Thank you again for following along.
Amy Grant performed Friday night at the Hard Rock Rocksino in Northfield and though for me it wasn’t a planed stalk it worked out perfectly.
The evening started out with my team being knocked out of our volleyball playoffs and before going home my husband decided to use his free play up at the casino.
Of course a trip to the casino wouldn’t be official without a Tweet of actions and locations which was seen by my stalkers in crime who just happened to be outside waiting for Grant to exit after the show.
I met up with my friends and the three of us waited patiently until security came over and asked us if we had tickets to the show. Of course we didn’t and so we were told that we could not stand there.
PLAN B
We were never told this before but just in case, Shari jumped into action and bought three tickets at cheap from Vivid Seats. The good thing, we never had to use them, the bad thing we were out $15.00.
THE FINAL ACT
A small group had formed behind us but everyone was cool and calm, after what seemed like another 25 minutes Amy popped out.
It was cold so Amy’s people were forcing her along pretty quickly, she signed I think items for everyone and even took a few pictures. Since I wasn’t prepared for a stalk Shari let me steal a piece of paper from her autograph book.
Amy was super awesome! Much thanks to her and the casino crew.
And thank you to all for sticking around to read our new stalking experience.
Adam Sandler, a jack of all trades was in Cleveland Thursday night for his “100% Fresher” tour at Playhouse Square. A tour that stems around his Netflix show where he talks about his days on Saturday Night Live, relives a few of his favorite movie roles, tosses out some new jokes and of course a couple of old tunes.
Rob Schneider, another comic genius has been popping up with Sandler on his tour. Schneider who also has a Netflix series out called “Real Rob” which is filmed with his actual wife and going into its second season appeared in Cleveland with Sandler on Thursday night as well!
Thursday started off warmish and rainy, not ideal for a stalk but manageable. The rain had stopped during the day and the temperature was on our side for most of the night. The show started at around 8 p. m. and so we arrived a little after 8:30 p.m. to wait by the stage doors for when Sandler and Schneider exited.
A Mob Had Formed
A group of men “Ebayers we like to call them” had gathered with their clipboards and printed out glossy photos for the actors ready to pounce. Drunk concert goers had joined in on the fun and were being loud and obnoxious. Security asked people to move or line up against the wall to clear a path on the sidewalk but it wasn’t happening.
The Escape
Word spread that the two had already left and security was trying to get everyone to leave. Once our new friend confirmed with her source that the two snuck out a different entrance we called it quits but not before we made one more stop.
The Race to the Ritz
Chatter was that the comedians were staying at The Ritz – Carlton and so we did a drive by before heading home and found another small group waiting outside. Five dramatic minutes of looking for a safe, non-towing zone on top of what felt like a 45 minute parallel parking fiasco which resulted in the bottom of my car getting scuffed up we finally parked and made our way to the hotel doors.
Another Crowd / More Waiting
This group was small and less rowdy so we all waited patiently until a car pulled up. The vehicle was part of the Sandler crew but without the Sandler. A couple of guys were just dropping some luggage off and then were heading back out to meet up with Sandler and Schneider who were apparently having dinner. Once the car left the “Ebayers” all got in their vehicles and sped off after them, it was like a super lame Fast and Furious trailer.
I Can’t Feel My Toes.
We decided to stay back and wait. The wind had picked up significantly and the temperature had dropped, us four girls were sporting sweatshirts, wimpy hats and were huddled together for warmth. We all agreed that midnight would be the cutoff. However we ended getting the car and bringing it to the hotel entrance (there was room after everyone left) and sit inside with the heat on blast giving us the strength to wait a little longer.
It’s SHOWTIME
Within the short time it took to grab the car and pull around, Adam and the gang were making their way back and had turned the corner within a minuter or two. I jumped from the car and secured my spot by the roped off area and waited for the guys to emerge.
I didn’t expect Adam to come right out and sign autographs so I was unprepared.
Phone was set to record because I figured the duo would just walk right past us and I wanted to at least have video of them getting out of the car for the blog. When Sandler instantly approached everyone I began to fumble around. Rob stayed back and watched from a distance.
I wanted to film, get all the autographs and take a selfie but I only had two shaky hands and almost missed my opportunity.
Lucky for me I had my mylar (a movie prop that goes above the theater door letting you know what movie is in there) of Anger Management and my little autograph book out and ready but my Anger Management DVD was in my book bag.
I really only wanted a picture with the guys and was caught off guard when Adam literally signed EVERYTHING for EVERYONE.
He signed the mylar and then asked if I wanted him to sign my book too, as I was opening it up it fell to the ground and as I went to pick it up the mylar took flight and headed down the fucking street.
It was one of those scenes where every time I went to grab it, it would blow a few more feet further down the road, it was like a dollar on a string. I hated my life.
Finally the mylar landed against the wall of the hotel and I was able to snag it, I casually walked back towards the group after causing such a ruckus and just stood behind Sandler. To my right, Rob Schneider.
https://www.instagram.com/p/Btugyl5njVX/
Selfies with Schneider
I said hello and asked him for a picture, which as you can see he gladly obliged. We shook hands and I thanked him. I also apologized for how cold my hands were, he agreed and held my one palm warming it up. We made idol chit chat until Adam was done with everyone else and I quickly snagged him for a picture before they both darted into the lobby never to be seen again but not before I shouted “I love you”…
It was a long, cold evening but a very successful one at that.
Much thanks to the Playhouse for their patience and to the Ritz for allowing our small group to gather outside.
But the biggest thanks of all goes out to Adam and Rob, what great people. I know it was a long day and the last thing you wanted to do was deal with a bunch of weirdos freezing to death out on the streets of Cleveland but you did and by doing that you made this girls year!
Kisses to all that followed along to the end, I appreciate you!
Here’s an update of my first two encounters with the rock star!
It’s a long read, take your dumps now.
CONCERT #1
The First time was phenomenal and was one of the best concerts I’ve ever been to, click here to read the blog and view the pictures. Also I posted a video of some short shaky clips of the concert for your pleasure.
CONCERT #2
The second one wasn’t that great, don’t get me wrong she put on another fantastic show but a series of events lead me to be a moody pants.
So a quick recap. June 24th, 2016 at Cain Park in Cleveland Heights, Ohio Melissa had come back to perform. I had seen her two years before and she blew my mind so I thought about going. However the tickets were a little much, it was at a venue I’ve never been to before, and the set-list wasn’t very familiar to me and so I decided not to go.
My moms partner at the time had decided to treat my Mom to see Melissa (I took them to the first concert) but my Mom didn’t want to go, her partner got one ticket anyways and was going to go by herself and have a good time.
A week or so before the show she also opted out and asked if I wanted the ticket, because I enjoyed myself so much the last time I felt why not?
I bought the ticket from her for $75 and went by myself. The parking was weird, the venue was like a tiny hidden Blossom but neat, when I found where I was going I grabbed a beer and hit my seat.
Shortly before the concert started I get a text from my moms friend who was now at the concert because she changed her mind last minute. That annoyed me slightly because I only went to the show for the sole because she wasn’t going and I did her a favor by buying the ticket.
Anyways.
I was already there, the money was spent so I was going to enjoy myself but little did I know the night would get worse… (cue unnecessary dramatic music)
I was the 4th row back center from what I can remember so that was awesome, I sipped on (guzzled) my beverage and waited for the show to start.
When it did start I realized it was just Melissa with one of those foot pedal machines that recorded then played back, sounds, voices, and music so even though she was just solo it sounded like she had a band behind her.
It was pretty impressive and she was awesome like always but like I had mentioned I didn’t know many of the songs and the ones I did know she tweaked a little bit so I had a hard time even singing along.
To top it off these woman in front of me thought it would be a good idea to stand on their chairs blocking my WHOLE view of the concert. At this point my blood started to boil and I was trying to stay chill but then Melissa started playing a crowd favorite and everyone from the lawn rushed the stage and stayed there till the end of the show.
CRABBY PATTY
Let’s just say I wasn’t a happy camper, I literally just sat there with a frown on my face until it ended. Unfortunately I let a a bunch of stupid shit bother me and ruin my night.
With that being said I still wanted to see if I could meet her out back. The set-up was a little more difficult for a stalk because there was a gate in the way. It was myself and a cute couple that I made friends with, we waited until she came out. When she did, she waved at us through the fence got in the vehicle and left.
The moment you’ve all been waiting for, my most recent/third time seeing Melissa Etheridge in concert for “The Rock Show” tour.
Pretty much the same deal as the first time, I saw she was coming and checked into all the information. I asked my mom who was totally on board, we started to plan.
The cheap tickets were in the wee back of the building and I figured that would be ok, however I noticed single seats a couple rows from the stage were only $75 instead of $200+. Lucky for me there was a seat 11 in row D and a seat 12 in row E, so I snagged those up. Nom-Nom!
We arrived at the Hard Rock Rocksino on July 1st, made our way front and center of the stage. The seats were awesome and I let my mom sit in front of me, I could have moved up with her because there were two to three seats that stayed empty but I get weird and didn’t want to risk someone showing up late so I stayed put.
THE SHOW
Melissa would talk briefly in between playing, she is pretty funny and very emotional as she explains a story behind a song. At one point she hit a wrong chord on the guitar and her reaction to it was hilarious!
Melissa never disappointed! She had a band behind her but like before only played a handful of songs I knew, however I didn’t care and made sure I enjoyed myself. Funny thing though I had a gentleman sitting in front of me so my view was limited at times AND like the second concert the lesbians rushed the stage again but this time I didn’t let it bother me.
Both mom and I enjoyed ourselves, mom said she hadn’t danced like that in awhile, it was nice to see mom happy and having a good time.
Enjoy a minute or two of some moments during the concert below.
My lovely view.
Mom and I after the concert!
The pictures are not the best, my apologizes a head of time. I brought my camera but it was acting up and then when I got it to work the memory card was full and the battery died so I resulted back to using my phone.
Check this out and see if you can spot myself or my mother as Missa does her famous #Melfie video – https://twitter.com/metheridge/status/1013616508734509057?s=19
Side note: When I go to a show I like to get some pictures and a little bit of video so I can share my experience with you guys but there was literally dozens of people who had their phone on the WHOLE time taking video, it’s annoying and rude. Especially when everyone ran up to the stage the amount of cameras that were in Melissa’s face, like inches from it was ridiculous. So don’t be that person. ok!
YOU GET A PICK – YOU GET A PICK
The show was over and she flung some guitar picks into the audience, one came flying by my mom to the left but landed short. It was dark and I assumed someone got it so I didn’t pay much attention until the lady next to me dove like a crazy woman over the chairs and grabbed the pick that was on the floor at my moms feet!
Mom was bummed because it was literally right there and I felt bad because I didn’t really try to look but that’s ok because what came next was better than any pick! (Though a pick would have been sweet)
THE MEET AND GREET
We exited the auditorium and met my husband who was gambling his little heart out. After a few minuets I was starting to get anxiety, I had to run out back to see if I could meet her again and this time try and get a picture.
However from before I remembered she didn’t take pictures because she showered so there was a good chance this would be the same way.
Mom and I made it out back and there was about four or five people waiting at the barricade, shortly after that a small group had formed but nothing dramatic.
We didn’t wait long when her manager or security came by and gave us some guidelines to follow.
She will sign one thing, have it ready.
She has her own marker.
She will not take pictures because she just showered, put your cameras away.
Get in a single file line against the building.
Boom and just like that we all did what he said (almost everything he said – wink) as she came out and walked to one end at this point I turned on my phone and secretly recorded.
Check out the video below of Melissa being fantastic.
If you listened closely you can hear me ask her to sign my stub to Lauren then you can hear here say in that raspy voice “Lauren”, (Giggles) it was awesome. She then moved on and signed my mom’s ticket stub as well.
I apologize for the darkness and rapid back and forth of the camera as I didn’t want the gentleman to yell at me for being a rule breaker.
I felt the little hush-hush video was ok since it was dark and not really on her face, I just wanted to record the moment of how genuinely nice a person she is and of course I needed SOME material for the blog to come back and share with you.
I can’t stress enough of how great a person and performer Melissa is, if you enjoy a good jam session please attend her next concert. Research some of her music ahead of time and be prepared for a great evening.
I’d like to Thank Melissa for taking the time to come out and meet your fans after the show, just taking a few minutes to do that really made mine and I’m sure everyone else’ night! Keep doing what you do!
BIG thanks to the Hard Rock and for all three and a half people that read this blog!
If you’d like to connect on another level hit me up on one of these as well.
Sitting up in my room, or on the curb waiting for Brady.
July 19th, 2018 Brandy had a concert at the Hard Rock Rocksino in Northfield, Ohio.
A little bit about Brandy to wet your whistle
Brandy started her career back in 1993, she was the main character in the TV sitcom Moesha and then had a successful duet with Monica, “The Boy Is Mine“, which was a big hit. From there she was a judge on Americas Got Talent, worked on Broadway and was a contestant on Dancing With the Stars among other fun things.
We be stalkin’
The Hard Rock can be a great place to meet celebrities but it can also be a total bust. We’ve learned that a lot of it has to do with the celebrities and whether or not they want to deal with fans. For example, Steven Tyler wanted NOTHING to do with anyone to the point where people sitting on the bus bench on the other side of the building couldn’t even be there to Melissa Etheridge who had a small crowd asked that everyone stand in a single file line, so you never know.
We had arrived in the middle of her show, did a little gambling before the festivities started and then made our way back by where the buses and vehicles hang.
We could still here the music through the doors and knew we had time. The barricade was up and no one was around, not even security.
She only played for 45 minutes and shortly after the music ended a few concertgoers showed up, then a couple more and before we knew it the three of us were smashed up against the rail and the crowd was about three or four rows deep, not to mention wide.
KEEP IT COOL FRIENDS
With the group that had formed it was very important that rules were being followed and attitudes were in check, because this wasn’t our first rodeo we knew the routine and tried telling a few rouge fans to simmer down but when that didn’t work we just kept to ourselves and waited.
Security had now appeared making sure everyone was staying out of the street and under control as some ladies were spilling over into the street as well as one who was completely on the OTHER side of the barricade. It was getting loud and a few were trying to get security and band members to get an autograph from Brandy, but the cops were fun and laid back so that made everything nice.
At one point a gentleman who was with Brandy, not sure what his role was took two videos of the crowd sending their love, waving, screaming and having a good time. He then took it to and showed it to her who at this point had yet to come out.
STILL WAITING – STILL A CROWD
There was a lot of action from the other side, people coming and going, luggage and food being packed into the get away car which was now backed up closer to the door and within a couple of minutes Brandy emerged from the building. Check out the video below of how things went down!
As you can see Brandy ran over to her fans as soon as she was situated and because she didn’t have time and wasn’t allowed to hang she opted to take a few selfies with the giant crowd behind her.
At the end and let me explain, there was a lady who handed Brandy a shoe and a banana with writing all over it. Initially she was going to have Brandy sign the shoe because she didn’t have anything else and the banana came later when the gentleman who took the video came back with fruit.
Why she gave them to Brandy is beyond me but the look on Brandys face was priceless and like a trooper she took them and disappeared into the night but not before waving bye one last time.
I knew with how big the mob of people were that our odds of getting a signature or even a selfie was out of the question but I never expected that Brandy would come out and take the time to even address us. It was awesome and really made our night.
DROP THAT SELFIE GIRL!
It hasn’t been a week yet and I know Brandy has a life outside of this lil’ blog but I’d LOVE to see those pictures she took because I am in at least two of them. It was super cool, I remember feeling her braids brush up against my face, who wouldn’t want those memories?
I was even hoping the video where all of us were cheering on Brandy would pop up somewhere too but so far nothing.
Brandy’s social media information is below. She posts regularly, more so on IG and if you were one of the fish in that selfie sea keep checking just in case it appears, maybe even drop her a line thanking her for that awesome moment!
Did you know that Kevin Bacon has a brother? Michael is his name and did you know they play in a band together? The Bacon Brothers – pretty fucking cool eh?
So you can understand my excitement when my stalker pals informed me that this duo would be performing at the Music Box Supper Club in Cleveland on July 11th, 2018.
Kevin has been in many movies such as Tremors, Footloose, A Few Good Men, and the hit TV drama The Following. He’s been around since the 1980’s and has done pretty well for himself, professionally and personally as he has a beautiful family.
Let’s Get Down To Stalkin’
I had a 7pm volleyball game in Mentor (that’s on the East side which is a good 30 minute drive to Cleveland) that night but the plan was to catch the guys as they excited their show, so as long as we got down there about 8-8:30pm we’d be golden.
Unfortunatly we didn’t have tickets to see them perform but we we’re able to swing the stalk.
It was late enough that they had stopped charging for parking so we pulled on in and got a spot right next to the building and across from the stage door. As we assessed the situation we noticed a black bus that had a trailer attached to the back, we assumed this was the travel vehicle.
There was only one other guy waiting for the brothers but he was on the other side standing by the bus door off to the right. We stayed in the grass but directly across from the stage door, which meant Bacon Bits would have to pass us first before he would have a chance to escape.
You can see the light between the two doors, every time I saw it go dark I’d assume someone was coming out and I’d start recording, eventually I got it right but you’ll have to keep reading to know the rest.
By this time the crowd of one was now 7-10 people and we assumed that they were the “Ebayers”, ebayers are people who have stacks of glossy 7″X 10″ photos of celebrities and then sell them for a profit after they’ve gotten them signed. But as long as they stayed where they were and didn’t rush when the brothers came out I didn’t care how many there were.
Meanwhile…
Cleveland selfie under the blue bridge by the Bacon Mobile to pass the time.
It was close to midnight when the door opened up and Kevin appeared, he was with a couple of guys and was more than willing to meet his fans.
I don’t remember seeing his brother Michael in the excitement but I would have liked to meet him as well.
Check out the video below.
Keven was super sweet! I was nervous the whole time leading up to that moment thinking he would just ignore us but he blew my expectations out of the water. As you can see in the video he took pictures, signed autographs and was very patient with us as we talked and rambled on.
I waited till the end to get my picture with him because I was initially taking video and then I had to switch over to picture mode, plus I was all shaky and at one point Shari was like (and I wish I had it on video) “Are you going next?” And I said “No, I’m all shaky balls.” Who says that to Kevin Bacon??, pretty sure I got a chuckle out of him. When it was my turn and I was ready I warned him that my flash would melt his face off, he laughed and you can genuinely see that in his smile.
I thanked him and then shook his hand, he literally made my night.
As we drove off I saw that he had stopped and was also being kind to the group of ebayers, what a super human.
I’d like to thank Kevin for his kindness and time as well as The Music Box for hosting such a great event and letting us chill in their bushes.
ALSO a BIG thank you to the few that read and follow along with our adventures!
Stay tuned as I’ll be dropping two more successful stalks here in the next week!
Hello stalkers in crime! Hope everyone has been doing well, I myself have been doing good…keeping busy of course which tends to pull me away from the blogging life.
A couple of things to look forward to:
1) Three fresh new blogs dropping this weekend.
2) A whole calendar of yummy stalks for the rest of the year.
3) GoneStalking.com shirts will be available some time in the near future.
Please check out the GoneStalking Facebook page to catch up on some old posts here!
Most of my life I’ve been called “Sunshine” by family, friends, and even strangers, I guess it’s because I am always smiling, great company and most times hilarious.
However I don’t find myself to be very inspiring or motivational, most times I’m a sarcastic turd so imagine my surprise when I was chosen for this award.
I want to thank LkGoodFeelGood for seeing something in me that I didn’t. You can visit Carries blog here and follow her journey in life while she battles having a chronic disease and does it like a boss.
Rules for this award are as follows:
Thank blogger(s) who nominated you for the award in this post with a link back to their blog.
Answer the 11 questions the blogger asked you.
Nominate 11 new bloggers for this award and give them 11 new questions.
List the rules and display The Sunshine Blogger Award logo in your post and or on your blog.
Here comes the questions.
If you could be any animal, which one, and why? – Haven’t really given it much thought, I guess a cat since they eat, sleep, and poop all day. Sounds pretty amazing especially if you toss in some belly rubs.
What is your favorite part about blogging? – Keeping everyone out there in the loop of what’s going on in my world.
Who inspires you? They can living or dead, fictional or real. – This is a tough one, not sure if I have anyone.
What do you do to recharge yourself from the pressures of life? – I don’t. I am always on the go, work then bowling, work then volleyball, work then bowling again, work then volleyball again and in between all that there’s usually something else. Just gave up our second job so add in working doubles in all of that too but I would have to say just sitting on the couch and watching TV is a good way to relax from the world.
If you could go anywhere, do anything, where would you go and what would you do? – California to kidnap Jack Nicholson and do dirty things to him.
What is the hardest part of blogging, in your opinion? – Finding the time and motivation to do it.
What’s your ultimate favorite food? – Pizza also a huge fan of chips and queso.
What’s your best piece of advise for life? – Advice I don’t follow myself, haha. Have no fear in doing what you want to do, what you love to do, who you want to become.
What’s your perfect Friday night? Depends on the Friday, what’s going on and what mood I’m in. Haha. I like spending time with friends and family and or just going home and going to bed snuggled in between 3 cats and my husband.
How long have you been blogging? – About 5 years I guess, wow seems longer than that.
And finally, the age-old question… Coke or Pepsi? 😉 – I gave up pop drinking a long time ago with the occasional guzzle from my husbands glass. But before that and still to this day PEPSI!!
Now my turn to nominate 11 bloggers, I don’t even have that many friends but here we go.
And here are a set of new questions that I have personally made up and would love for you to answer, some are serious most are ridicules. Enjoy!
Would you rather, barefoot step on a lego or a fresh dog turd and why?
When is the perfect time for you to blog/vlog?
Who would be better in bed, Batman or The Joker and why?
What did/do you want to be when you grew/grow up?
What motivates you in life?
Share one embarrassing moment.
Share one accomplishment.
Post a picture of your silliest face.
What calms you down when you’re upset?
What’s something you still have from your childhood?
Do you like peas?
I just want to say thanks, I’m not quite sure what the “SunShine” award actually is but you guys have interacted with me and at some point made me smile so I think that’s enough.
Don’t think you have to respond or even participate as there’s a good chance you’ve already done something like this or don’t have the time, I completely understand. I think it’s been over a month or so for me and I’m FINALLY just posting mine.
