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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania 
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This must be done before 9:00AM EST on Monday morning July 19. I appreciate your help A favor is something I never think to ask I much prefer the burden of each and every task But this little favor is not so much for me But for someone who deserves the chance to be seen It will take the teeniest moment of your time To do something special for a special niece of mine It will take just two simple teensy weensy clicks To perform the most purposeful of internet tricks Her name is Kimberly, and the lady can sing She can belt out Janice Joplin like nothing you’ve never seen Of a thousand contestants, she’s in the top 25 And you two little clicks will keep her name alive It’s a regional American Idol of sorts The final will take place at an eastern shore resort But she needs your vote, and if you will pitch in Every little vote counts, every heart will win Just click http://upn57.com/gimmethemikevoting/ Then click Kimberly Scheffey A humble thank you from me An exuberant thank you from Kimberly It means so much Elizabeth (Scheffey) Santos |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Done...I hope she does well....thanx Liz.. |
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Susan Member Ascendant
since 2004-03-27
Posts 5104walking the surreal |
Ditto. Best to her.  SusanHappiness isn't something that happens to you, it's created from within you. Joy is a state of mind. |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Oh ... will do !!! *Huglets*  ~*Marge*~ ~*When the heart grieves over what it has lost, |
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Beki Senior Member
since 1999-09-15
Posts 1569Newport Beach, CA, USA |
can we hear her? I have a problem voting for someone I haven't heard sing...you'll forgive me but you are her aunt and maybe just a little biased...that is as it should be but I would feel better about my vote if it were based on some knowledge of what I am voting for..........just a smallhang up I have about maintaining my integrity........please don't take it personally |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Thank you! THank yOu! Thank you! Three votes! THanks Liz |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Beki, I have her on tape, but I can't figure out how to get it onto my computer, if I could, you would like her. Sorry, and thanks anyway Liz Here is a review of her Irish CD. (Kimberly Killen) She also sings blues, Rock, classics, reggea (?) etc etc. Causeway, In the Footsteps of Finn McCool (self-produced, 1997) They almost lost me in the very beginning. By the second track of Causeway's In the Footsteps of Finn McCool, put off by the obvious country and rockabilly influences, I was considering who else on the Rambles staff would appreciate this music more than I. Fortunately (for me), I held out a little longer -- and soon, I was startled to realize I was singing loudly along with the songs, stabbing at the repeat button more than once so I could sing the likes of "Black and Tans," "The Leaving of Liverpool" and "Celtic Symphony" again. And again. Causeway is Kimberly Killen on vocals, pennywhistle and percussion, Patrick Close on vocals, electric and acoustic guitars and bass, Gerry Clark on vocals, bass, mandolin and acoustic guitar, and Martin Bradfield on drums and percussion. The band performs tightly together; special kudos go to Killen for the range and potency of her singing. In the Footsteps of Finn McCool is a series of conflicting styles and some, as I said, didn't sit well with me. The album opener, "Ireland," was steeped in country stylings. The next track, a rockin' "Dirty Old Town," smacked too much of rockabilly for my tastes. But track 3, "Black and Tans," blasted from my speakers with ragged anger -- a perfect modern interpretation of the IRA standard, with a drum blitz reminiscent of "Sing Sing Sing" punctuating the tune. "County Antrim" turns to wistful melancholy, evoking the feelings of a family driven by poverty from their Irish homeland. After a pair of traditional ballads -- "Spancil Hill" and "Brennan on the Moor" -- the band really caught my attention with its gritty rendition of "The Leaving of Liverpool." Sure, the song has been done by countless Irish bands, but something about this version had me singing loudly as I careened through the Montana Rockies, over and over again. Then, when I finally let the CD proceed to the rowdy "Celtic Symphony," I started the process again, drawn in by Killen's edgy vocals and Close's electric guitar. After an exuberant cover of "Home Boys, Home," Close rescues the band from another maudlin version of "Whiskey in the Jar," taking his cue from Thin Lizzy's classic remake. The happy-go-lucky drinkin' song "Nancy Whiskey" follows with a great deal of cheer. Then Killen does lovely service to Tommy Makem's heartbreaking "Four Green Fields" -- her soaring vocals at the end will give you chills. The album ends as it began, giving a nod to rockabilly with a soulful, bluesy production of "Galway Bay" which again shows off Killen's vocal talents. Three of 13 tracks seem a bit out of place, but the performance throughout In the Footsteps of Finn McCool is excellent. According to the liner notes, this album is the result of constant demand from Causeway's fans. I hope those fans are demanding a sequel soon! [ by Tom Knapp ] Rambles: 30 June 2001 |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Liz I just listened to her sing, "Take A Piece Of My Heart" on that site. If you click her name it opens a audio player and if you wait you can see and hear her, and she is FANTASTIC! She has a great range and holds her notes really well. I wish her a lot of luck. I sent this around for you to a few folks so hope they will "Klick For Kimberly" too. Let us know how she makes out okay? Miss ya! |
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muted
since 2004-01-15
Posts 2949Elapsing, Eclipsing, Evolving |
i listened and i clicked... so there is another vote for her, she deserves it |
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Beki Senior Member
since 1999-09-15
Posts 1569Newport Beach, CA, USA |
the reviewis impressive though the video of the contest certainly was a very different kind of music she does have a very impressive voice...glad there was a way tohear her sing...good luck! |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
*click* |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
Did the deed..... ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
Elizabeth Wonderful she has my vote. |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
Yep, she deserves to be heard. I cast my let her sing vote. Love, Reg |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
Dear Liz What a voice she has, you all must be so proud...she has my vote and prayers...that she will accomplish and live a successful life in what her heart wishes. God bless you all and let us know...thanks a million Hugs....LeeJ |
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Nan
Administrator
Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Well, Lizzie - If the ballot box can be stuffed... I'm there. I've been fortunate enough to hear Kimberly in person, folks - She's AWESOME!!... |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
THank you for your votes and thank you Sharon for pointing out the video. I never did scroll down so I didn't know it was there. THanks all. There's still time to vote 1 1/2 hours left! Thanks Liz |
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Martie
Moderator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Liz I'm so sorry that I didn't see this until now. I wish her well! |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
(hugs)  |
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vandana
since 1999-10-22
Posts 10463USA |
(hugs) |
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JL Member Ascendant
since 2004-04-01
Posts 6128Texas, USA |
Sorry, I missed the deadline. Good Luck!! JL |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Well I would say she, her Aunt and friends stepped up to the plate, so now we just wait to hear how it went. Good luck Kimberly, you are still a winner to have made it that far in a competition. |
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exhale Senior Member
since 2003-06-13
Posts 646Alberta,Canada |
i wish i could have seen this sooner so i could have voted,but i listened and shes incredible,send my best wishes  |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
Thank you all so very much for your support. And also to those who reponded to Mysteria. Thank yoou. I have a call in to Kimberly but haven't heard anything yet. I hope she goes on to the next round. If so, I will announce it early so that you can tune in. THank you again THis has meant so much Liz |
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serenity blaze Member Empyrean
since 2000-02-02
Posts 27738 |
I'm sorry I missed the chance to vote, but she's certainly a girl after my heart! Much luck to Kimberly! |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
So sorry I missed the deadline Liz. I really hope she did well..let us know! |
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Elizabeth Santos Member Rara Avis
since 1999-11-08
Posts 9269Pennsylvania |
I just got this e-mail from Kimberly I get by with a little help from my friends... Well, my TV episode aired last night and apparently all of you were busy on the computer voting for me. I made the wildcard spot!!! I cannot thank you enough for your support, well wishes, and most of all, votes! Now, the next hurdle to stardom... The wildcard episode airs Tuesday, July 27th at 10 O'Clock PM Then it's the same routine, log on after the show and cast your votes. If I win that show, I head to the grand finale at Trump Marina for a LIVE show on August 1st. You helped me get this far. Please continue your support and watch and vote again. I feel truly blessed with friendship and again, I thank you. Tune in next Tuesday! www.upn57.com Love, Kimberly Again, Thank you all for your support. You are wonderful Liz |
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iliana Member Patricius
since 2003-12-05
Posts 13434USA |
Liz -- I voted for her. She is so talented! I got an email from Sharon tonight saying she won! Congratulations! She's a real star! |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
I always "stay away" from reality shows of the guys and gals getting married/divorced/stranded on lost islands... but I do enjoy talent shows... I'm going to tune in! Thank you, Elizabeth, for sharing your niece with us - and thank you, Sharon, for passing along such wonderful news! |
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Toerag Member Ascendant
since 1999-07-29
Posts 5622Ala bam a |
I'm so happy our little vote helped her...and I will vote again on the 27th....break a leg gal....good luck!!! |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Liz, I'm SO happy she won...now on to the next step up! Thanks for letting us know Sharon. Best of luck to Kimberly!! |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Sorry that I'm just now getting to read this post! I watched her video and she looks dynamic and appears to have real stage presence! I just wished that I could have heard her! My computer has been without sound since I removed some games from it! I read in your reply that Kimberly won the Wild Card! I wish her all the best in her next performance ~ and all the subsequent ones!!!  Sending angel blessings to you both! Linda |
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LeeJ Member Patricius
since 2003-06-19
Posts 13296 |
ohhh Liz and Kimberly, congratulations are in order, this has made me so happy, and in itself is a tremendous accomplishment...3 cheers and hip hip hooray!!!!!!! Thank you for sharing!!!! Good luck |
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