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Post by mattonwheels on Dec 18, 2022 16:56:38 GMT -5
Hi there, I just joined. My name's Matt, and I've been a massive, massive Classic Rock fan since I was a teen, particularly of The Beatles. As such, it goes without saying that Brian Wilson and Pet Sounds found their way into my heart eventually, and for the past few years I've been utterly obsessed with his life and work. The other Beach Boys have my utmost respect as well (Well...except for one, but I won't talk about that! ) In particular though, Brian has become one of my absolute heroes. Not just for his genius when it comes to music, but for everything he went through in regards to his struggles both within the band and with himself. As someone who uses a wheelchair and has had many times where it's hard to find the will to do anything, I sympathize and relate to Brian so much. The feeling of being misunderstood, un-motivated, and hiding yourself away as you spiral deeper into hopelessness is all too familiar for me, even down to having your future and life choices decided by other people. He isn't just a genius to me: He's a beautiful, wonderful human being who's story deserves to be told, heard and appreciated. I realize I'm speaking to the choir here and that all of you already understand this - Probably even more than I currently do - but I felt i had to find a place to express those feelings and possibly find resources to deepen them as well, so, here I am! I can't say how often I'll post, and you'll probably hear me ask A LOT about dumb things most of you already know, but I hope you'll all bear with me and I look forward to your insight!
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Post by Mikie on Dec 18, 2022 17:12:59 GMT -5
Welcome to the EH Forum, Matt! Thanks for introducing yourself, and be assured that you can express your feelings and ask dumb questions anytime you want here! We hope you enjoy your stay. - Mike
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Post by Will/P.P. on Dec 21, 2022 11:46:50 GMT -5
Welcome, Matt. Hope this Christmas Holiday Season is bringing you joy.
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Post by Mark on Dec 21, 2022 12:07:49 GMT -5
Welcome Matt
Look forward to hearing more from you ☺️
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Post by mattonwheels on Dec 21, 2022 16:11:13 GMT -5
Thanks, all of you.
I'll say up front: A lot of what I say may not be popular. I've already seen someone not take kindly to my opinion regarding a certain Beach Boy...but these feelings are my own. I don't want to hurt anyone.
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Post by Mikie on Dec 21, 2022 17:18:23 GMT -5
Thanks, all of you. I'll say up front: A lot of what I say may not be popular. I've already seen someone not take kindly to my opinion regarding a certain Beach Boy...but these feelings are my own. I don't want to hurt anyone. You win some, you lose some, Matt. If everybody agreed with everybody else in this forum, it would be a boring forum. As the late Rick Nelson once said, "You can't please everyone so you gotta please yourself".
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Post by John Manning on Dec 26, 2022 16:38:47 GMT -5
Welcome, Matt - we all bring something different to the table, but we also all contribute to the feast.
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