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[anewdayhascome]

Linda gave the worst speech. It was too long and too boring. It felt like her charity advertisement rather than anecdote with Rene in the picture. Sorry, it was a good speech but not for this occasion.

[infiniti]

Kristinaz, on 04 February 2016 - 03:32 PM, said:

I think amongst everything Celine was trying to say last night I think the main thing she was trying to get across was basically no one likes everyone but Rene didn't show it and he didn't let Celine show it either. He wanted to keep her grounded and I think Rene loved life so much he didn't see why he should waste his time and energy focusing on the negative people. That's one of the remarkable qualities Rene had. I for example cannot keep my mouth shut. If I don't like someone I will voice it or if they displease me I will fume again and again and again. But Rene wasn't that way and I don't think he wanted Celine to be that way. I think what she was trying to say with the tv comment was that again tied to the fact that life is short. So I'm thinking once they got the news of Rene's second diagnosis I think they kinda slowed everything down and absorbed every little thing more like watching tv and Celine did these things because while she may have no enjoyed what Rene was watching I think she knew time was short so she wanted to spend as much time with him as possible. I think those are some of things she was trying to get across last night but it was just difficult for her for various reasons but I understood her and I hope the public will too. I hope they carefully listen to her words and see what she was really trying to say because though short and perhaps mixed in with some rambling I found them to be powerful.

well said! A great example for all of us. Now i need to get his book. Is it only in French?

[infiniti]

anewdayhascome, on 04 February 2016 - 03:36 PM, said:

Linda gave the worst speech. It was too long and too boring. It felt like her charity advertisement rather than anecdote with Rene in the picture. Sorry, it was a good speech but not for this occasion.

it was long but felt genuine and came from "a commoner" not some golf playing executive and provided different aspect of their life and work. I did not know all that. Made me appreciate more.

[yellowrose14]

Kristinaz, on 04 February 2016 - 03:32 PM, said:

I think amongst everything Celine was trying to say last night I think the main thing she was trying to get across was basically no one likes everyone but Rene didn't show it and he didn't let Celine show it either. He wanted to keep her grounded and I think Rene loved life so much he didn't see why he should waste his time and energy focusing on the negative people. That's one of the remarkable qualities Rene had. I for example cannot keep my mouth shut. If I don't like someone I will voice it or if they displease me I will fume again and again and again. But Rene wasn't that way and I don't think he wanted Celine to be that way. I think what she was trying to say with the tv comment was that again tied to the fact that life is short. So I'm thinking once they got the news of Rene's second diagnosis I think they kinda slowed everything down and absorbed every little thing more like watching tv and Celine did these things because while she may have no enjoyed what Rene was watching I think she knew time was short so she wanted to spend as much time with him as possible. I think those are some of things she was trying to get across last night but it was just difficult for her for various reasons but I understood her and I hope the public will too. I hope they carefully listen to her words and see what she was really trying to say because though short and perhaps mixed in with some rambling I found them to be powerful.

This is what I took from her speech, as well.  I wasn't able to watch the whole event and just saw her speech today.  With Celine, the language barrier is a greater obstacle when she feels deeply and this was one of those occasions.  I think she wanted to convey the essence of what Rene gave her and taught her versus telling different anecdotes of their family life.  She wanted for people to know what set Rene apart from others she had met-his positive outlook and his realization that you can cultivate this in yourself.  You can choose to strive and look for the best rather than dwelling on the negative aspects of situations and people.

   Celine felt that Rene had made her a better person and she wanted everyone to understand that.  That is the best tribute to him that she could offer.

[Kristinaz]

I also want to add it was interesting to hear how Celine doesn't like people telling her you were so great and this and that she likes just hearing that you enjoyed the show that in itself is enough. Just shows you once again how humble Celine is.

[celine4evauk]

infiniti, on 04 February 2016 - 03:25 PM, said:

what??? Linda gave the best speech. David Foster should have not allowed with his obnoxious words choice. Patrick needs to practice his public speaking and if he has accent it is ok and we all get it. I think at one moment even Celine looked at him like "WTF, be more serious". He kept chuckling and correcting his pronunciation.

Lol just my opinion. Glad you liked her speech. I liked parts of it, but for me, compared to the others, it wasn't great. But that's just my opinion lol.
And no, Patrick isn't a public speaker, doesn't usually talk in front of a thousand people or more, it's manners to apologise when correcting yourself  (though no, not necessary, his laugh sounded a bit like a nervous laugh ( which I can relate to), and don't forget - his dad died a few weeks ago. Suddenly he's speaking in his second language in front of thousands  (because of streaming etc),when his usual job is meeting a handful of people at a time and usually behind the scenes. He did a good job. Better than I could have done under the circumstances.
But we all have our own opinions.

[infiniti]

celine4evauk, on 04 February 2016 - 03:41 PM, said:

Lol just my opinion. Glad you liked her speech. I liked parts of it, but for me, compared to the others, it wasn't great. But that's just my opinion lol.
And no, Patrick isn't a public speaker, doesn't usually talk in front of a thousand people or more, it's manners to apologise when correcting yourself  (though no, not necessary, his laugh sounded a bit like a nervous laugh ( which I can relate to), and don't forget - his dad died a few weeks ago. Suddenly he's speaking in his second language in front of thousands  (because of streaming etc),when his usual job is meeting a handful of people at a time and usually behind the scenes. He did a good job. Better than I could have done under the circumstances.
But we all have our own opinions.

yes. This reminded me Bobby

Edited by infiniti, 04 February 2016 - 03:46 PM.

[DionFanAlways]

celine4evauk, on 04 February 2016 - 03:05 PM, said:

Great speeches, especially Mitch, and David. Only one I didn't particularly like as much was Linda's speech.
The music was wonderful.
The sculpture was and is poignant.
Lovely to see all the immediate family on stage with celine.
Patrick did a great job.
Celine looked great, considering the past few weeks. Seeing her laugh was a bit of a relief really.  And thankfully she didn't look as tired. So she will be ok. It'll take time, but she will be ok.
Few of the stories really made me laugh. David swearing, Bobby with no shoes, playing golf in the hotel room, and especially Mitch saying about no being able to pay for anything, about RC "my god there's 2 of them". �� I tweeted Mitch and told him I loved that - which he liked lol. ��
Celine crying but laughing also. ���� she held it together wonderfully. The hearts shadow forming over her was a lovely, subtle touch. As for her speech. Yes it was a little rambling, but as she was partly using her head and partly what was written, it's to be expected.
It was a perfect, fitting tribute to a man who achieved so much, who stayed true to his roots, and will be missed.
I only wish I'd had the nerve to speak to René when I saw him.

Yes I agree so much with you. Yes it was so great to see her laugh and not just a little giggle but a laugh! It put my mind at ease also. I loved David's speech but his performance the most, very touching,

[Nmj]

anewdayhascome, on 04 February 2016 - 03:36 PM, said:

Linda gave the worst speech. It was too long and too boring. It felt like her charity advertisement rather than anecdote with Rene in the picture. Sorry, it was a good speech but not for this occasion.

I think the best speech was from Norme Clark ( who was crying and very emotional) and the guy who spoke about Rene never letting him pay.

I agree with ANDHC that Linda ( the mom as she told us 7 thousand times) used this as a informational for charity. Yes it's a beautiful charity but that was not the purpose of the ceremony last night, she could've said he was very generous to our cause she didn't have to go on and on and then on some more lol

[chocolatechip15]

infiniti, on 04 February 2016 - 03:25 PM, said:

what??? Linda gave the best speech. David Foster should have not allowed with his obnoxious words choice. Patrick needs to practice his public speaking and if he has accent it is ok and we all get it. I think at one moment even Celine looked at him like "WTF, be more serious". He kept chuckling and correcting his pronunciation.

Patrick was doing the introductions because he's Rene's son, not because of his public speaking abilities. Considering that he is mourning his father and is not someone usually in the spotlight, I thought he was great and another example of the strength of this family. And Celine holding Patrick's arm at the very end, while they held the bronze hand, was very touching.

[CelineDionForeverNY]

What killed me yesterday was Celine's last words: "Rene, I love you, so much, merci, good night." Those last words were just so painful to get out...

[celine4evauk]

Nmj, on 04 February 2016 - 04:00 PM, said:

I think the best speech was from Norme Clark ( who was crying and very emotional) and the guy who spoke about Rene never letting him pay.

I agree with ANDHC that Linda ( the mom as she told us 7 thousand times) used this as a informational for charity. Yes it's a beautiful charity but that was not the purpose of the ceremony last night, she could've said he was very generous to our cause she didn't have to go on and on and then on some more lol

Lol yeah you mean Mitch. Oh yeah Norme was great, like you said, very emotional.
I just felt like Linda was talking as if to say to celine "I hope you're still going to support us" etc. Parts of her speech I liked, but she repeated herself several times, and I just felt she spoke a tad too much about herself and her son etc, rather than René etc. It wasn't quite right for the occasion. Imo - nobody shoot me 😂😂

[Lotty]

yellowrose14, on 04 February 2016 - 03:39 PM, said:

This is what I took from her speech, as well.  I wasn't able to watch the whole event and just saw her speech today.  With Celine, the language barrier is a greater obstacle when she feels deeply and this was one of those occasions.  I think she wanted to convey the essence of what Rene gave her and taught her versus telling different anecdotes of their family life.  She wanted for people to know what set Rene apart from others she had met-his positive outlook and his realization that you can cultivate this in yourself.  You can choose to strive and look for the best rather than dwelling on the negative aspects of situations and people.

   Celine felt that Rene had made her a better person and she wanted everyone to understand that.  That is the best tribute to him that she could offer.

At first I didn't catch the point of the part of Celine's speech about bad opinions (which imo was a little bit long). But after listening to it for two or three times, I understood that the point is what René taught to her, which she will remind for the rest of her life. It was all about René's behavior and attitude, which he transmitted to Celine, even if her nature is different, and she is very grateful for that, because she has understood that this is the best way of acting, thinking and living. Then, I loved it when she told the story of the tv programs and I truly believe that the last few words she barely said among tears were the MOST POWERFUL AND SIGNIFICANT Expression OF LOVE she could ever give.

[celine4evauk]

Lotty, on 04 February 2016 - 04:14 PM, said:

At first I didn't catch the point of the part of Celine's speech about bad opinions (which imo was a little bit long). But after listening to it for two or three times, I understood that the point is what René taught to her, which she will remind for the rest of her life. It was all about René's behavior and attitude, which he transmitted to Celine, even if her nature is different, and she is very grateful for that, because she has understood that this is the best way of acting, thinking and living. Then, I loved it when she told the story of the tv programs and I truly believe that the last few words she barely said among tears were the MOST POWERFUL AND SIGNIFICANT Exp<b></b>ression OF LOVE she could ever give.

For me, that was Rene protecting celine. Who's to say that one of the people celine says something negative in front of doesn't go blabbing to the press? Intentionally or unintentionally? It happens more often than not, sadly. Not saying it would have but there's always that chance. And some journalists can be quite devious. Also it wouldn't even have to be via the press nowadays, what with social media. Anyone can repeat something that they got told or overheard and millions could know about it instantly.
Very smart of René.

[Del]

LukeD, on 03 February 2016 - 09:56 PM, said:

<<Happy Wife, Happy Life>> LMFAO

Truer words have never been spoken.  haha

[DionFanAlways]

I just listened to John Meglin's (sp.) speech again and I really enjoyed that one also. He addressed all of Rene's children and his brother.

[drove all night]

anewdayhascome, on 04 February 2016 - 03:36 PM, said:

Linda gave the worst speech. It was too long and too boring. It felt like her charity advertisement rather than anecdote with Rene in the picture. Sorry, it was a good speech but not for this occasion.

Yeah, I thought that too. But maybe it was intended, as we all know how important it was for René and Céline to support humanitarian projects. - Just a guess ...

[Nmj]

Just watched ET and they said that Rene choose the picture of him and Celine hugging that is now also her Facebook photo personally.
Also said the golden hand actually has his real emprinted fingerprints on them. And Cameran Mathesisan said Celine CONFIRMED to him that she will be back in 23-Feb. All while playing " I knew I loved You" & " My Heart Will Go On" in the background.

1942--------2016
" It's not about the years. The beginning, the end of life,  it's about the DASH"

Edited by Nmj, 04 February 2016 - 06:19 PM.

[Jeanette]

Just watched the streaming of this and thought it was so touching.  My adoration and respect for Celine is increasing with every day and I never thought it could get any higher.

Everyone's speeches touched on just how special and unique Rene really was. I thought Celine did a great job too and although she goes on a bit to get to the point, she's always done so, and that's just because of the language barrier. The moral of the story about the not saying anything negative about people was basically just her way of saying she never heard Rene speak ill of anyone, or that's what I certainly took from it and I think the speech about TV/Price Is Right was to say that she doesn't like tv or sports but watched it with him because she loved him and to show how touched Rene was about 'working class' people getting a bit of good fortune in life.  I think it speaks volumes about her as a person, the fact that she wanted to make this event all about Rene by just talking about the man that Rene was, as every other speaker did, rather than going on about their love or personal life together, as that would make it more about her and so much more harder for her to get through, I'm sure.

Once again feel so privileged that we could be part of this and it strikes me that she's taking great comfort in talking and sharing stories about Rene and this makes me feel a bit better for her well being.  I hope this and their everlasting love will see her through this.

Thought the hand idea was so symbolic and touching, cried all through TCOML and loved that Rene's brother and other kids were invited to take centre stage along with Celine, as they should.

[rhapsodion]

Watched the tribute last night after getting off from work.  Again, showed so much class and elegance, loved all the sharing, and the music interludes.  Thx Rene for allowing us to participate in this event as well!!!!!  Got to learn much more of who Rene really is as a person, and just made me appreciate and admire him even more.  By the end of the show, it really motivated me wanting to become a better human being, by learning from him.  As one of the guests mentioned, if we all take one thing from Rene, the world will be a better place.  

Thank you Rene!

Edited by rhapsodion, 04 February 2016 - 07:11 PM.

[Alex_Incognito]

My God, the David Foster part got me.

[Nmj]

Alex_Incognito, on 04 February 2016 - 07:05 PM, said:

My God, the David Foster part got me.

This gem needs to be sung again, it's one of her most authentic English songs. And it will remain timeless.

[flutefreak]

I am loving so much the musical interludes.  I think Scott has a lot of potential in making some great arrangements.  Just watched the ET piece on TV from last night and bawled!!  I think I was so tired last night when I was watching that I was unemotional. Very nice tribute, just can't stop thinking about her and Rene. Boy I can't imagine what her first night back on stage will be like emotionally.

[Alex_Incognito]

What a fantastic way to spend 2.5 hrs.  That was an amazing speech from Celine. I am so touched and moved. We have never heard Celine in English speak in such a way for such a discourse.  People underestimate her, but yesterday we saw just how great and strong she is.

Edited by Alex_Incognito, 04 February 2016 - 07:44 PM.

[scielle]

infiniti, on 04 February 2016 - 03:25 PM, said:

David Foster should have not allowed with his obnoxious words choice.

I find it odd anyone could possibly find that more offensive than the fact that he mangled Rene's children's names.  
I didn't even notice until you point it out, and certainly do not mind one bit.  What I do  mind is him not bothering to learn the names of the most important people in the room.

But respect to David for the rest of his speech and performance.  And I appreciate that he completely owned up to his 4 failed marriages! Self-deprecation never hurt anyone :-)

[I Drove All Night!]

scielle, on 04 February 2016 - 07:44 PM, said:

I find it odd anyone could possibly find that more offensive than the fact that he mangled Rene's children's names.  
I didn't even notice until you point it out, and certainly do not mind one bit.  What I do  mind is him not bothering to learn the names of the most important people in the room.

But respect to David for the rest of his speech and performance.  And I appreciate that he completely owned up to his 4 failed marriages! Self-deprecation never hurt anyone :-)

Completely agree, but I swear on a pretty regular basis so I'm not one to judge. It certainly wasn't done in a disrespectful way, he was being funny and making fun of himself. It helped keep the mood "light" and I'm sure everyone in the room has heard the word s*** before....

I agree that it was disrespectful that he didn't manage to learn the adult children's names.... If you don't know the names don't try to say them

[Nmj]

scielle, on 04 February 2016 - 07:44 PM, said:

I find it odd anyone could possibly find that more offensive than the fact that he mangled Rene's children's names.  
I didn't even notice until you point it out, and certainly do not mind one bit.  What I do  mind is him not bothering to learn the names of the most important people in the room.

But respect to David for the rest of his speech and performance.  And I appreciate that he completely owned up to his 4 failed marriages! Self-deprecation never hurt anyone :-)

David Foster has always been that way, he's like your drunk uncle who spikes the punch at Easter dinner when nobody's looking. He's a little obnoxious and defiantly curses a lot but he's a musical genius, and a living legend in his own right of the music industry. He is who is, just like when he told Celine if she can't hit the note Whitney will. He's always blunt and to the point and that's why I think Celine's best English work is with him.

Edited by Nmj, 04 February 2016 - 07:49 PM.

[ceon]

[adi dion]

Kristinaz, on 04 February 2016 - 03:40 PM, said:

I also want to add it was interesting to hear how Celine doesn't like people telling her you were so great and this and that she likes just hearing that you enjoyed the show that in itself is enough. Just shows you once again how humble Celine is.

I loved that part

[LukeD]

I think you all miss the point...

David Foster spoke directly to Rene's family in an attempt to make them feel better. This is all that matters. His actions came from a good place. Not remembering the names does not mean much, he was mostly there to honour Rene who was part of his life and career. And so he did: Not only spoke with the nicest words about him, but also gave chills to most of us with his emotional performance of TCOML.

About using the words ''s***'' and ''oh crap'', again he is being judged too harsh. This is who he is and I believe everyone in the room (Celine included) accept him for who he is. Keep in mind that he might used these words to lighten up cause chances are he was feeling very emotional. The ''oh crap'' was said right before the performance of the song which adds to what I'm saying.

I don't want anyone to take this post personally but I really feel we should be a little more lenient with those who have supported Celine so much.

Edited by LukeD, 04 February 2016 - 08:49 PM.