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Woman in Love
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Saturday 9: Woman in Love (1980)
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1) In this song, Barbra dreams of love. What's something you've been dreaming of, or wishing for, lately? (It doesn't have to be romantic.) For an end to this pandemic; for world peace; for sanity to return to (at least) our country...
2) She sings that she and her lover are oceans apart. Tell us about someone who is far away, and that you wish was nearer this Saturday morning. Joe, of course, but I know that isn't possible so it would be nice if our son, Joey, was back home so he could be taking care of Darlene as she battles COVID.
3) This was a #1 hit for Streisand, so popular it knocked Queen's "Another One Bites the Dust" out of the top spot on the charts. Are you a Freddie Mercury/Queen fan? I don't call myself a "fan" of any musical groups but I do like Queen, and I like Queen a whole lot better than I like Streisand and her politics. Enough said about that!
4) This song was written specifically for Barbra by Barry and Robin Gibb of the BeeGees. During the late 1970s, when the BeeGees were riding high on the success of the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack, she let them know she was a fan and would love to record one of their songs. The collaboration went so well that they ended up writing not one but nearly a dozen songs for her. Tell us about something that went way better for you than you predicted it would. I don't know. Perhaps the sale of Helen's house. It sold fast, the inspection went well, as did the title search. I signed a bunch of papers and no longer need to be concerned about Helen's house.
2) She sings that she and her lover are oceans apart. Tell us about someone who is far away, and that you wish was nearer this Saturday morning. Joe, of course, but I know that isn't possible so it would be nice if our son, Joey, was back home so he could be taking care of Darlene as she battles COVID.
3) This was a #1 hit for Streisand, so popular it knocked Queen's "Another One Bites the Dust" out of the top spot on the charts. Are you a Freddie Mercury/Queen fan? I don't call myself a "fan" of any musical groups but I do like Queen, and I like Queen a whole lot better than I like Streisand and her politics. Enough said about that!
4) This song was written specifically for Barbra by Barry and Robin Gibb of the BeeGees. During the late 1970s, when the BeeGees were riding high on the success of the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack, she let them know she was a fan and would love to record one of their songs. The collaboration went so well that they ended up writing not one but nearly a dozen songs for her. Tell us about something that went way better for you than you predicted it would. I don't know. Perhaps the sale of Helen's house. It sold fast, the inspection went well, as did the title search. I signed a bunch of papers and no longer need to be concerned about Helen's house.
5) Barbra traveled to Miami Beach to record this song in Barry's favorite studio. Have you ever been to Miami Beach? Yes, I have. What an experience!
6) Barbra went to Erasmus Hall High School in Brooklyn. She had a mad crush on one of her classmates. That boy was Bobby Fischer, who grew up to be an international chess champion. Do you remember one of your big high school crushes? Yes. Do you know whatever became of him or her? I was infatuated with an upperclassman who was one of the star football players. I let him copy my homework (business arithmetic). It was all one-sided and just as well!! I have no idea where he is today.
7) Barbra is responsible for the Barbra Streisand Women's Heart Center at Cedars-Sinai. It's dedicated to the study of heart disease, its impact on women, and the search for more effective treatment. If you could fund a not-for-profit, as Barbra has done, what cause would you champion? SPCA! My church! Polk Museum of Art! New Paths Horse Sanctuary!
8) In 1980, when "Woman in Love" was popular, Macaulay Culkin was born. He's best known for the Home Alone movies. Have you seen them? Yes. If yes, did you enjoy them? I always enjoy the first one at Christmas time. Did not like the second one. Most sequels don't stand up to the originals.
9) Random question: On social media, people keystroke LOL all the time. When is the last time you literally laughed out loud? I probably laugh out loud at least once a day, if not more. It's good for the soul. Just let it out!! Look for a reason to laugh out loud! Do it!!
Peace & hugs!
Jesus loves us!!
I love to laugh out loud too, and we need to do a lot more of it! I enjoyed Barbra Streisand's music, and used to sing some of her songs in the shower where I sounded good to myself at least. LOL. I don't like her politics either, but I do appreciate her talent. I didn't realize Joey wasn't at home with Darlene. I am praying for her and her mom. I do hope they will both be better soon. So happy the sale of Helen's house went so smoothly! That is a blessing. I hope you have a peaceful and relaxing weekend. Try to stay cool!! It is already HOT out there!
ReplyDelete"Look for a reason to laugh out loud" -- good advice,Terri. I don't laugh enough.
ReplyDeleteLaughter is the best medicine, Terri, and I look for something to laugh about every day. I don't care for Streisand in the least, but I did love the questions and your answers here on the Saturday 9.
ReplyDeleteBlessings!
Memes make me laugh out loud every day.
ReplyDeleteHave a great day!
#7: I agree! If I had that much money, our Church and God's missionaries to the lost on any Continent would definitely benefit. I do what I can. It's His money anyway. I'm not going to take it with me when He calls me Home.
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed your answers, like always.
It's cooled off up this way. I pray the temps drop down your way too. I'm ready for Fall!
Love & Blessings. xx
I would love to be able to donate to St Judes Hospital. We had friends whose granddaughter was treated there and what a wonderful place. Yes, we should all LOL at least once a day!!
ReplyDeleteI don't care for Ms. Streisand, either. I shouldn't feel this way, but when hearing someone's points of view so different than my own, it spoils my enjoyment of their music (acting, etc.). Definitely, laughter IS the best medicine. Hope you've plenty of opportunities to do so today! xo
ReplyDeleteLaughing is one of my favorite things, too! And we sure need it these days to lighten up this crazy world...yep, I agree with you on #1. Helen's house sold already?? Wow! That was fast! I'm sure it's a huge relief to you having it over and done with. Blessings on your weekend, Terri!
ReplyDeleteI agree with you on #1, #3 and #9 too. Laughing is so much fun. That is awesome that Helen's house sold! Yay!! Loved your answers! Have a nice weekend.
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I love to laugh too and I do it often.
ReplyDeleteI totally agree on liking Queen more than Striesand. I wish Hollywood would keep their opinions to themselves. I might like more of them. :)