Guys I want it sooo bad =(

[Nat27]

ashleylovesceline : very well said!

[racey3229]

The eyelashes as mentioned in this topic!!!

[Dionesque]

I totally agree with most of you! Ashley & Tracy, you've said it in such good and beautiful way so it's actually hard to add anything, hehe...

 

Me too, I have some good friends (not many but not the quantity counts, right?) I have dear husband and lovely daughter and I love them above everything but still Céline is also someone very important and very special, in her own way.

 

I admire her music for 15 years now. But like some of you said, also for me it's more than 'just' music, nice songs. It's about emotions, feelings, personality... Most of all I love her angellic voice but I also love what person she is. How she cares for her family and for her fans. How she's simple, genuine yet very intelligent, smart and full of 'live wisedom'. How she's gentle and carrying. How she's sweet and funny sometimes. And not last: how pretty she is.

I can proudly say that she's my real role model! Of course my big role model is also my grandma or the former Pope... But who said we can have only one role model? And Céline is one of a kind role model to me!

 

I know that meeting her would not mean much to her probably, altough I know she has great memory and she recognizes fans, really! I know she hears 1000s of 'I love you's and 'you're amazing's every day and I'm not trying to be too original with it. But for me meeting her is like meeting a good friend, someone you love very much. No matter that I'm not friends with her in the traditional meaning of this word. It's like soul connection or whatever you call it. The feelings are the same. It's like she's God for me. Of course she's not. But she's someone very VERY special to my life... Apreciating, following, loving someone for 15 years must have affection on your life and emotions and so does Céline to me. So meeting her to tell her this is just a natural thing.

And I would lie if I would say I don't want her to notice me. I'm sure many fans wants to be noticed, remembered by her. But people who don't feel the same way won't understand it anyway so I think I stop my explainations here.

 

And obviously I understand that there are also people, fans who simply love her songs and voice and don't need a meeting or an autograph.

 

Just let each one of us have our own thoughts, our own opinions and our own dreams that we try to turn reality.

[Celineforeveranangel]

Most people DO NOT understand it...and honestly, I have NO ONE else that I obsess over, I don't even know most of the "new songs" from other artists, because all I do is listen to Celine 24/7...on occasion, I listen to other music...but not a lot.

 

Meeting her would benefit me in ways that I cannot even express in words. For one, I know it would inspire me, encourage me, and lift my spirits...she is an amazing person, she isn't just a singer...she is SO much more than that, and she deserves to be told so. If you are JUST a typical fan, then you wouldn't understand. And there isn't anything wrong with that...I live and work around people in my everyday life who don't understand my obsession. But in the end, it doesn't matter....it is what makes me happy, and as long as it makes me happy, then why not?

 

Im the same Celine for some reason is the only One that i truly dream about meeting. I am losing hope though that it will happen for me. I tried every single competition to meet her when she was here In South Africa and i really felt it could happen for me but it didnt. I dont have a lot of money so i cant go around the world to her different concerts although i would love to do so much.

Celine is just someone i truly look up to and admire the strength in her and her talent. I am an aspiring songwriter and am hoping through that one day i could meet her. I just love Celine. No other music or voice touches me the way Celine's does.

I just feel tearful writing this to be honest as my heart wants to keep believing but my head says it aint gonna happen

 

Well i suppose its dreams that keep us going.

Edited September 18, 2008 at 12:32 PM by Celineforeveranangel

[lyn]

Wow.. I just want to group hug you all. I know you all feel the same way.. that it's just very validating and kind of awesome because you're the only group of people I interact with that can actually understand this other side of me, being the crazyness I have for Celine Dion. It's obvious that many of us have tried to explain this to the people around us who just don't get it. The TC tour was the first time my close friends in college were exposed to the full-blown nature of my fanship, and I had the hardest time trying to tell them that I am such a freak, but really, I'm not a freak. Obviously nobody understood nor do they yet. But it gave me one take away of a life lesson -- that I'm simply the filter by which I live my own life. What makes me happy simply makes me happy and I will sap that font to death. I can't say what goes for you or goes for others but the happiness-input of my life takes Celine.

 

And as far as standing up in concerts, and singing along, and goinG to concerts in the first place, I totally go with what KimboCosmo wrote.

It is her fans who have put her where she is. If everyone stopped talking to her and wanting to meet her and packing sold out shows, then she would wonder what was wrong.

 

I stood up screaming and clapping like a mad person at my concert waiting for her to make eye contact with me to know she'd seen me, waving at her, singing at her, and I'm glad I did, because she recognized that I was there doing that. Every time she went to the other side of the stage, there was no one that crazy and every one was sitting down patiently listening to her. I was the only person up in my section going crazy like a fan. and I'm glad I could do that for her. Make her concert in 1 quarter of the arena that much better for her.

[Dionesque]

Celineforeveranangel: Of course it's impossible that this dream gets fullfilled to everyone, to all those millions of fans around the world. BUT who said it can get real for you?! I think if you don't stop dreaming, you can never say 'never' and there's always a chance! Maybe she will come back to SA? Maybe soon you will get/earn more money so you will be able to afford to go where she is? There are so many things that can happen all of a sudden!

If it's really your big dream - never ever give it up and I'm sure it will become true for you one day!

 

Sometimes I think it's like love: you can't rush it but it cames all of a sudden in a moment when you sometimes don't expect it at all.

 

Ach, as for the contests, I tried them too but I'm not lucky in contests and honestly often I think they are 'organized' - by that I mean that actually there's no random winner but the prices are given to family/friends of the contest organizers... In Poland we've had contest to win meet&greet with Céline before her show in Kraków and I'm almost 100% positive that it has been all organized like that. The people backstage weren't real fans - exapt for 2 of them but they weren't the 'winners' of that contest and they are also members here as ture fans...

Edited September 18, 2008 at 12:47 PM by Dionesque

[Dionesque]

EDIT: Ouch, I doubled my previous post... Could Mods please remove this one?? Thanks! Edited September 18, 2008 at 12:47 PM by Dionesque

[kathyc25]

I echo pretty much what eveyone said here...and its so nice to see that so many fans feel the same way!

I feel though that I really don`t deserve to meet her as much as many of you though, because I only became a 'hard core' fan after seeing her in Vegas in May of `06. I loved her music and stuff since 1996 but that was it. But when I sat third row in Vegas and she made some cute faces at me I was done lol. Anyway, I haven`t met her (yet) but I`ve had some amazing things happen at some of the shows that I`ve been to on this tour. At the end of the first show in NJ she grabbed my hands for a second when she was exiting...I couldn`t breathe! lol She pointed at me at that same show because I was the only one up and dancing in that section . I was able to get two autographs at her hotel, I was able to sit front row at my last show and I got a smile...I feel so lucky . Of course I`m still dying to meet her though. My reasons are because I`m an aspiring singer and I really look up to her. Its been my dream to be a professional singer since I was 3 and she makes me feel like I can make it happen one way or another. I want to tell her that and what she means to me (and tell her I want to sing with her someday! ). That`s one of the reasons too I was hysterical crying when Charice was up on stage singing with her, I want that to be me, and at the same time I felt what Charice was feeling at that very same moment. I think also its because she`s such a kind and wonderful person, she truly loves her fans, and that`s what makes us love her more. I`m not sure we would all feel this way if she was a raging b*$%@. So yeah that`s my reason, and I`m confident that we`ll all have our chance!

[celinedream]

When you meet Céline, when she locks eyes with you at a show, when she acknowledges you in some way - it's such a thrill for a fan because in that moment whatever it may be you realize that this woman whom you've looked up to since childhood is real, is just as genuine as you have always believed.

 

We should like FRAME this or something!!! Very well said

 

I know how it felt last Friday during I'm your Angel in Newark. She came to the end of the catwalk right in front where I was sitting. Nobody in between us. I jumped from my seat and started singing with her with all my heart. She locked eyes with me, winked, smiled, it felt like we were singing together for a few phrases of that song. Ironic how it was "I'm Your Angel" so meaningful moment. For me, I can consider that moment a little bit like I was "meeting her" because I saw her in real person, flesh and blood...not the "pixelated" (i loooved that term ) Celine I see almost every day.

 

I think for most of us she's become a very important part of our lifes. She is like another family member , we remember her birthday, we watched her suffer through the loss of her father, we jumped in excitement when we learned she was finally pregnant. Well, all those things are beyond music. Celine for me is way more than just the best singer in the world. She is a life inspiration. A role model. The one thing that can make me smile when i'm having the worst day of my life. When I had surgery and the pain was so hard to take I just pictured her and it helped me to go through it.

 

She's influenced my life so much I guess that it's kinda sad that she does not know anything about me. So I think that's where the idea of meeting her comes from. Like many of you already said, it's to let her know what a positive influence she has been.

 

And for you who started the topic: THERE AINT A DREAM THAT DONT HAVE THE CHANCE TO COME TRUE IT JUST TAKES A LITTLE FAITH. DONT YOU DARE GIVE UP THE FIGHT !! Keep believing. Visualize your moment with her. Everyday. It's the law of attraction. I guarantee it will happen. I have news for you : YOU WILL MEET HER!!!!

[KimboCosmo]

Wow, I never thought I'd be attempting to explain this, on this forum...

 

I have to agree with what everyone else has said about this. It's not really about the validation, it's more for the fan than for her. Céline has such a strong connection with her fans, no one can deny that. She is so open and honest, and truly enjoys performing for us. It is NOT about the money for her. If that were true she would have stopped years ago, she has more than enough for RC's lifetime...

 

I know she is just a person who is a well-known, phenomenal singer. I get that. She isn't God - but God has given her this amazing talent which has connected her with people all over the world, which is she well aware of. When you meet Céline, when she locks eyes with you at a show, when she acknowledges you in some way - it's such a thrill for a fan because in that moment whatever it may be you realize that this woman whom you've looked up to since childhood is real, is just as genuine as you have always believed. You connect with her in that moment, and you (or at least I) have felt her gratitude for your support as a fan, and visa versa for her inspiration in your life. It's not being obsessive to want to thank the woman who has affected your life in whatever way. For me, her music has been a therapy. Whether it's to celebrate happiness or to help me through tough times, her music is there. That’s not to say I don’t have family and friends who are there - but her music is there along with them. Furthermore, Céline as a person has always been an inspiration. I'm not saying I don't have people in my life who inspire me as well - she is just one of them. A lot of her values, I like to think have been instilled in me because I've always admired her so much.

 

Meeting her and telling her just that - that she has inspired me and that because of her presence in my life she has helped to make me a better person - would be more for me than for her. I'm sure she would appreciate and be touched by it. But for me, when someone does something for you in which you feel gratitude, you want to thank them. I was raised to thank those who had done something for me. And I love Céline for who she has been in my life, and I simply want to thank her. I want to thank her for everything she as sacrificed since she was 12 years old to be able to be where she is now, because had she not - I may not be the same. And I've found over the past few years, she wants to thank us too. She appreciates that we support her, that we love her, and that we are inspired by her. Because we inspire her as well and she loves us too. It's a connection, a bond. And I suppose unless you feel it too, there is no simple way to explain it.

Well said...I don't think it could be explained better.

[celinestar]

I always dreamed of meeting Celine but i wasn't sure if i'd ever be that lucky, but i was and i met her! It was the most amazing thing ever!!!never give up hoping because as so many people have said it happens when you're not expecting it. I will always remember that day, i don't think i can even explain how much it means to me, i think about it every single day and no one can ever change the fact that i've met my hero Celine!!! Edited September 18, 2008 at 06:13 PM by celinestar

[I Surrender]

I have never met her unfortunately but I have good hopes I will some day.

Dreams do come true It might take some time thats all. Dont lose faith.

[MPooh]

Meeting Celine would definately be a dream come true...I visualize meeting her before I go to bed at night and I still have faith that one day it will happen...meet Celine, touch her, give her a hug and get a picture with her.

 

When I was first row at her concert on Aug. 20, after MY LOVE she turned her head and looked at me right in the eye and what I saw in her eyes was practically the same feeling I had at that very moment for her...we just connected...I will never forget those few seconds we connected...I get teary eyed just thinking about it

[Chellbie]

So- I started this thread and reading some of the replies has been so amazing. I'm at work so I would love to be able to just open my heart out in this one but I will have to really do it later. Guys- I have never been able to really describe my passion for Celine to anyone else and its almost been depressing lately because I feel like I've botteled it up too long. THEN- i came here and you guys were like gifts! It sooo AMAZIG to be able to share such a deep and unexplainable thing with people you just get you. I can say "I LOVE CELINE" and you all know that it means way more than what the normal person may hear.!

 

I became to know Celine when I was like 8 or 9 and my parents fought alllll the time. I found a celine cassett and would play it as loud as it would go to drown out all the fighting. Her voice became a sort of a comfort thing for me and every since then its calming. Its the only thing that can make my stress or anger go away. And when I say 'she's been there for me through so much' - i mean her music has, her voice has-

 

When i went to LV for the first time to see her in 2005 it was a gift from a youth leader (male) and when I got back he made it quite clear that the gifts to vegas was for one reason only- he wanted favors in return. It was horrible and I felt like it ruined my entire trip - such a bad memory. I finally got out of that horrible situation and Celine was there as i packed my car and 'drove all night' to a whole new chapter in my life. NOW. I'm going to see Celine for the first time since all that and Im doing it on my own, by myself, for myself and IC ouldnt be more thrilled.

 

ANd yes, I have friends, family, and a great fiance' - Im a junior in college and I work all the time- I DO have a life. but Celine is my stability and my backbone in times where it didn't feel like I had one.

 

And ofcourse just like the rest of us we want her to know these things because no matter famous or not we are all human and feeling like you've touched someone's heart is always a great feeling.

 

I saw a picture of Celine by herself staring out into the ocean and it hit me that I've been like that, staring into the ocean and thinking of things I've been through and how thankful I am of life and people and her. Its a crazy thought to think that shes just as human as us because she has accomplished so much and stayed so humble through it all.

 

And for whoever thinks its crazy to want to meet her or put her on a pedastal - I say to you that if you dont understand it then dont even try to. Don't question us, and don't judge us. No offense or anything - I think that if you're a fan then thats great but some of us or different and whether you thinks its unhealthy or not then thats your choice but there are much worse things out there than loving and appreciating Celine!

 

Just so you all know- i love you with a great big Celine loving heart and you make me realize i'm not insane! =) =)

 

I hope after my concerts I come back with some crazy amazing stories!

 

 

 

 

 

- and totally on a another topic, how are all of you catching her when she's exciting? where does she exit? i guess its not on the level after the floor level huh?

 

 

oh and I cant remember who said they wanted to pound the pavement to find Celin but I'm game! email me at allencm@mailbox.sc.edu and we'll get details all figured out!

 

Thanks guys, you'll be seeing a whole lot more of me! =)

[autumnskies00]

aw beautiful stories. I think she would be really touched to read this.

 

Do you happen to have that picture of her looking at the ocean? I don't think I've ever seen it. It sounds so pretty hah.

[Dionesque]

(...)

I've met so many wonderful people, had my big moment with Céline at the end of my last A New Day... show, and got invited to the Oprah show taping last year. (It's all in my blog: http://ashleylovescelinedion.blogspot.com)

 

I just read your entire blog entry, Ashley and I got soooo emotional!! I have watched that Oprah episode (thank to this forum's multimedia!) but getting to know the 'behind the scenes' review of the taping got me soooo emotional... I cried so much, especially at some points of the review...

Ashley, you described it all so beautifly and with so many details!!

I loved this review and I wish you many more experiences like that one!

 

And than I've just finished reading Chellbie's message above and it got me emotional too... How cruel life can be sometimes.... And how Céline helps us through it all with her songs without even knowing a thing!... By meeting her we can make her a tiny weeny aware of all the good she's giving us by just being who she is.

[minniemare5]

It's so comforting to be able to come to this form and share our love for Celine. For those in college, I totally understand where you're coming from when it comes to your friends thinking you're crazy. LOL I'm going to 3 shows in one week (the only 3 I'm going to) next week and I've been telling everyone, and they think I'm nuts. Why are you going to 3 of the same show? LOL it's not the same! and you wouldn't understand! is my response.

 

My Mom's an alcoholic whose not getting treatment, and I'm going through the most difficult year of my life right now because I'm student teaching 40 hours a week, going to class one day a week, doing school work, riding my horse, and working 20 hours a week. It's extremely challenging, but all I have to do is listen to "My Love", "Taking Chances" or "That's the Way It Is" and I get through.

 

I just want to thank her for her consistent presence in my life, and yes I have people that inspire me and support me (friends, family, co-workers, etc..) but Celine has seen me through it all. I don't care about an autograph, all I want is to hug her, thank her, maybe get a picture with her. Celine gives me a world to believe in!

 

Ashley, I'm not sure of my exact seats for Cleveland..I know I'm in the 5th row, but I forget what section...gotta check with my Dad who has the tickets at home. Where are you sitting?

[lyn]

And ofcourse just like the rest of us we want her to know these things because no matter famous or not we are all human and feeling like you've touched someone's heart is always a great feeling.

 

I saw a picture of Celine by herself staring out into the ocean and it hit me that I've been like that, staring into the ocean and thinking of things I've been through and how thankful I am of life and people and her. Its a crazy thought to think that shes just as human as us because she has accomplished so much and stayed so humble through it all.

 

And for whoever thinks its crazy to want to meet her or put her on a pedastal - I say to you that if you dont understand it then dont even try to. Don't question us, and don't judge us. No offense or anything - I think that if you're a fan then thats great but some of us or different and whether you thinks its unhealthy or not then thats your choice but there are much worse things out there than loving and appreciating Celine!

 

That's amazing.. I love and agree with what you've said. I really, really hope you get to see Celine this tour!!! And if not I hope you'll keep trying!! And hanging out more with your fellow crazy fans here at this wonderful board.

[Chellbie]

That's amazing.. I love and agree with what you've said. I really, really hope you get to see Celine this tour!!! And if not I hope you'll keep trying!! And hanging out more with your fellow crazy fans here at this wonderful board.

 

 

hhaha, are you kidding? This is my second home! I'm addicted to you all now!!! =) You guys have def. boosted my spirits!!!!! And girls you better believe I'm wearing some fake eyelashes to these concerts...

 

and if this picture shows up....

 

This is the closest I've gotten to meeting her! LOL

[autumnskies00]

hhaha, are you kidding? This is my second home! I'm addicted to you all now!!! =) You guys have def. boosted my spirits!!!!! And girls you better believe I'm wearing some fake eyelashes to these concerts...

 

and if this picture shows up....

 

This is the closest I've gotten to meeting her! LOL

 

HAHAH fake eyelashes! I love you! hahah. And I loooove the photo. Way too funny.

 

You're going to the Raleigh show right? Do you live in NC? I went to school there!

[Chellbie]

I actually live in spartanburg sc.. Im driving 2 hours and 45 min to atlanta and 4 hours to raliegh... but it will be waaaay worth it!

[autumnskies00]

It willll be way worht it! Depending on where I am at the time, I may decide to go last minute. I'm not sure about it though, because I want to save up to go to montreal in Feb.

[lyn]

It willll be way worht it! Depending on where I am at the time, I may decide to go last minute. I'm not sure about it though, because I want to save up to go to montreal in Feb.

 

HEh girl, you really just keep adding and adding concerts to your list!!!

[autumnskies00]

Hahha I can't stop! And anyway, this one I have an excuse for...cause my friends from school want to go. Haha.

[lyn]

Hahha I can't stop! And anyway, this one I have an excuse for...cause my friends from school want to go. Haha.

 

Lol. I wiSH that were my case.. I had to freakin PAy for a friend to accompany me. I so need to make more Celine fan friends. I'm not demanding enough in my relationships.

 

anyway, it's awesome.. go and have fun!!!

[autumnskies00]

Lol. I wiSH that were my case.. I had to freakin PAy for a friend to accompany me. I so need to make more Celine fan friends. I'm not demanding enough in my relationships.

 

anyway, it's awesome.. go and have fun!!!

 

Well, I wouldn't consider them Celine fans, they only like MHWGO lol. Oh yes.They're one of THOSES fans.

[ashleylovesceline]

Well said...I don't think it could be explained better.

When you meet Céline, when she locks eyes with you at a show, when she acknowledges you in some way - it's such a thrill for a fan because in that moment whatever it may be you realize that this woman whom you've looked up to since childhood is real, is just as genuine as you have always believed.

 

We should like FRAME this or something!!! Very well said

 

I know how it felt last Friday during I'm your Angel in Newark. She came to the end of the catwalk right in front where I was sitting. Nobody in between us. I jumped from my seat and started singing with her with all my heart. She locked eyes with me, winked, smiled, it felt like we were singing together for a few phrases of that song. Ironic how it was "I'm Your Angel" so meaningful moment. For me, I can consider that moment a little bit like I was "meeting her" because I saw her in real person, flesh and blood...not the "pixelated" (i loooved that term ) Celine I see almost every day.

Awww... Thanks, guys.

 

I know what all of you mean. Céline has this way of connecting with people unlike most. It's almost as if (and I would only say this to those who would understand) she is reaching from her soul to ours. It's such a strong connection.

 

I just read your entire blog entry, Ashley and I got soooo emotional!! I have watched that Oprah episode (thank to this forum's multimedia!) but getting to know the 'behind the scenes' review of the taping got me soooo emotional... I cried so much, especially at some points of the review...

Ashley, you described it all so beautifly and with so many details!!

I loved this review and I wish you many more experiences like that one!

Aww, thank you! It has been five, nearly six amazing years. I wish it on all of you. If someone would have told my nine year old self that one day all of this would be possible, I would have never believed it! So all of you keep dreaming!

 

Ashley, I'm not sure of my exact seats for Cleveland..I know I'm in the 5th row, but I forget what section...gotta check with my Dad who has the tickets at home. Where are you sitting?

I'm in Section 8, front row. I'll be wearing a purple shirt with Céline's name painted in glitter across the front (I always make one! ) So if you see me, don't hestiate to say hello - I would love to meet you!

 

What a great topic!

[autumnskies00]

I know what all of you mean. Céline has this way of connecting with people unlike most. It's almost as if (and I would only say this to those who would understand) she is reaching from her soul to ours. It's such a strong connection.

 

 

So true. I think it's that connection too, that makes us feel like we know her. She seems to care about each and everyone of her fans (Aside from what other people may think) and I think if she did have the time, she would want to get to know us back.

[ashleylovesceline]

I know what all of you mean. Céline has this way of connecting with people unlike most. It's almost as if (and I would only say this to those who would understand) she is reaching from her soul to ours. It's such a strong connection.

 

 

So true. I think it's that connection too, that makes us feel like we know her. She seems to care about each and everyone of her fans (Aside from what other people may think) and I think if she did have the time, she would want to get to know us back.

I've actually heard her say this more than once. You know those moments during the show when everyone is talking to her, trying to show her their love? She's said how she wishes she could sit down and talk to each and every one of us. And I believe it!

[autumnskies00]

aww I love this thread. but I need to friggen go to bed! What's my problem!?! I'm addicted to the forums!