Excited, Want to Share the News

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   KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

   I'm really excited and want to share the news with friends that I know will appreciate how it feels.
   
   I am a big music lover, and there is a song that has "haunted" me for years.  It's a song I used to hear on a local radio station that prided itself on playing off-the-wall songs that most people haven't heard before.  This song was one they played often, but I never caught who it was by or what the name was.
   
   The station is gone and I haven't heard the song in years and have tried a few times to find it online.  When you don't know the name of the song, the artist, and only a few bits of the lyrics, it's not easy.  The other night, I decided to try again and be a bit more persistent. 
   
   I found it.
   
   The guy that sings it has a nice website.  I began snooping around his website and found him to be a very intriguing character.  Not only is he a Texas singer/songwriter, he's also the author of quite a few books. 
   
   I sat down last night and wrote him a short email basically telling him what I just told you and that I'd love to write an article about him to post on HubPages.  I gave him a link to my profile and invited him to read some of my hubs.  I asked him if he would mind answering a few questions and give me permission to post a few photos. 
   
   Early this morning, I had a response.  He said he liked my writing style and would love to answer any questions I had for the article.  He gave me a link to his g/f's website where she has 5 years worth of photos.
   
   OMG...I am soooooo excited!  I'm so flattered to get a response and this opportunity to write about someone I have spent years trying to find.
   
   I don't want to give any details of who it is, but in the not too distant future, you'll see a new hub about it. 

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      tony0724posted 15 years agoin reply to this

      I guess its not Ryan Bingham. He is pretty good too, and a real old school Texas cowboy.

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         KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

         No, it's not Ryan Bingham.

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      Aya Katzposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      KCC, this is exciting news! I hope you include the song that inspired you in the interview hub.

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         KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

         Thanks Aya, I'll include the title of the song for sure.  I don't know if I'll be able to find the lyrics or how he'd feel about publishing the lyrics because they are not out on the web now.  That's what made it so hard to find.  There is not a YouTube video of it either.  So, I'll have to see what I can come up with.

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      Patty Inglish, MSposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      This is very exciting and I look forward to reading your article!

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         KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

         Thank you Patty!!

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      saddlerider1posted 15 years agoin reply to this

      Can you hum a few bars:0) maybe we can be good guessers. lol

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         KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

         it goes like this....
         
         
         hmmm, hhmmmm hhmmmmm hmmmmmm,  hummmm hmmmm hmmmmmm
         
         Any ideas?  LOL

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      Justine76posted 15 years agoin reply to this

      woooo hooo!!!!! That is super exciting!!

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         KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

         Thank you Justine!

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      waynetposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      That's great! I know only too well to search for something for years...been trying to find my brain for a long while lol!
      
      But that is certainly nice to get a reply back from your email, as some people are very busy these days it seems...look forward to the hub to find out what song it is!

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         KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

         Thank you, Wayne!

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      prettydarkhorseposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      I will definitely read your hub KCC
      
      There is a song which I dont know the title but heard it before in my life. Two years ago I found the title of the song - I can relate to you
      
      Congratulations, you must be overjoyed
      Take care!

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         KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

         Thank you PDH! I am very excited.

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      Michael E. Hortonposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      Congratulations on your find.

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         KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

         Thank you Michael!

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   Ohmaposted 15 years ago

   Wow great Job! maybe you can help make him famous so he is easier to find.

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   KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

   He's super easy to find if you know his name.  The problem was I didn't know his name.  The reason the song wasn't easy to find is because the lyrics are not online and he doesn't have a YouTube video of that song.

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   Cagsilposted 15 years ago

   Way to go KCC!
   
   You go get him!
   
   Congratulations! Nice accomplishment!

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      KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      Thank you, Cagsil!  Now to get the best use of my questions.

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   Cagsilposted 15 years ago

   10 questions - two personal, two past related, two present related, two future related and two off-the-wall.

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      KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      ooooooo, I like that......
      
      I have a few written down and so far, I think they all fit into that scheme.

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   Cagsilposted 15 years ago

   

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   rebekahELLEposted 15 years ago

   very exciting! we will be looking forward to your hub!  that's awesome that you wrote him. if he's well known, you'll get views from all over looking for him. I have a couple of hubs on musicians that get a lot of outside views. it's so interesting to see what people search to find them.
   exciting for you!

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   KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

   Thanks RebekahELLE.   Although, the traffic will be nice, it's one of those articles you want to write "just because".  It's just one of those really satisfying moments for me.  One, to finally track the song down, then to discover that the artist is someone that is really interesting, then to actually make contact with him and him be excited about ME writing about HIM!

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      rebekahELLEposted 15 years agoin reply to this

      I know you must be thrilled.  enjoy every moment!

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         KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

         Thank you so much!

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   Cagsilposted 15 years ago

   Party time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
   
   
   
   YAY!!!!!
   
   *special moment* SWEET!!

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    raisingmeposted 15 years ago

    VERY WELL DONE!  I look forward to reading it!

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    Cagsilposted 15 years ago

    Hey Raisingme, what's up? How are you today?

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       raisingmeposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       I am awake...barely...but I think I should get points for that

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          Cagsilposted 15 years agoin reply to this

             Okay, maybe you do...

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    Pearldiverposted 15 years ago

    Good on you Karen
    Isn't the power of writing amazing?  
    And now you've got celebs lining up to have you interview them

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    KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

    Thank you for the "party" Cagsil....
    
    Thanks RaisingMe and Pearldiver!

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    Cagsilposted 15 years ago

    Well, you deserve to be in the SPOTLIGHT and more people should be aware of that fact.
    
    Therefore, if I can help, I do.

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    Rochelle Frankposted 15 years ago

    Sounds very exciting. The fact that the lyrics touched you personally, will make it special. You go, girl !

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    KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

    Thanks so much Rochelle!

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    kimberlyslyricsposted 15 years ago

    YOUR AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    
    CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    
    
    xo

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    KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

    Thank you Kimberly!

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    archdawposted 15 years ago

    Con'grats!! looking forward to know who your mistery person is.

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       KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you, archdaw!

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    habeeposted 15 years ago

    Dang, I wanna hear the song!!

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    KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

    LOL....soon, Habee, soon.

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    darksideposted 15 years ago

    Brilliant!

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    KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

    Thanks, Darkside!  I'm still not used to the new avatar for you!  LOL

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    ralwusposted 15 years ago

    good on you KCC. Can hardly wait

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    KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

    Thank you so much, Ralwus!

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    Mishaposted 15 years ago

    So glad for you KCC - and understand you so good!
    
    My personal mystery of this kind is still unsolved...

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       KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you Misha! I told my husband and daughter and they just don't share the excitement that my online writing friends do.  I knew you guys would understand.  I hope you solve your mystery soon! Keep at it.

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    viryaboposted 15 years ago

    Thats really great KCC. I can already see you getting very famous when this hub is published.
    
    The traffic/PV's will be awesome! Do we have to wait for long?

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       KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       
       
       Thanks Viryabo, I don't know about becoming famous or even getting lots of traffic.  As I mentioned earlier, it's really just a hub that means a lot to me to write regardless of the outcome.  It's hard to describe.   You won't have to wait long.  I'm doing a little research about him before I just pop off some questions to him.  I have about 5-6 questions ready to go.  I'll probably email him today with them.  Not sure how long it will take him to respond.  Then I'll write the hub.  I've started the hub already.

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    Originposted 15 years ago

    Congrats on that, can't wait to read it.

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       barryrutherfordposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       

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       KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Thanks, Origin!

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    Cagsilposted 15 years ago

    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Okay, maybe that wasn't as funny as I originally thought. Considering, no sound can come from the forum?

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    Harlan Coltposted 15 years ago

    You mean its not Harlan Colt and the Saddle Soaps?
    
    I'm crushed.
    
    - Harlan

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       KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Awwww.....sorry Harlan.  Perhaps you're the mystery Misha's trying to solve...there's still hope.

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    SpiritLeoposted 15 years ago

    I am So hAppy for You! I know the feeling...

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       KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you SpiritLeo! I knew I could count on you guys to understand!

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    nikipaposted 15 years ago

    Memories... Memories... what we are without them?...
    I am happy for you!

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       KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Thank you Nikipa!

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    Beth100posted 15 years ago

    I'm very excited for you KCC!  Congratulations on finding him and receiving a positive and supportive response from him!  I'll be waiting for your hub!

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       KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       
       
       Thank you Beth! I just finished the questions I'm about to send him.  I'm really excited.

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    donotfearposted 15 years ago

    Wow, this is too cool! What a sense of accomplishment, even more when the Hub comes out! I'm glad you found the song origin!

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       KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       
       
       Thank you Donotfear!  It is a great sense of accomplishment!  I hope to have the hub out in a few days if he's able to respond to the questions.  He's a busy guy, so it may take him a while to get around to answering them.

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    wrenfrost56posted 15 years ago

    Way to go, very cool. Many congrats.

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    Cagsilposted 15 years ago

    WOOHOO!!!! I just came back to pay tribute. And *bump* the thread, yet again.
    
    I know, I do not have to....but, this is just so cool of an event that more people should be amazed.

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    KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

    Thank you Cagsil.  You're such a kind friend to so many here on HubPages.
    
    I just emailed him the questions.  I limited myself to 10...well, actually 11.  Now, we'll see where it goes from here.  I am sooooo excited.

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    Cagsilposted 15 years ago

    COOL!

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    KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

    I had something else happen to me awhile back that I'd like to share and I'll explain why.
    
    I had written a hub about a country music star and included a photo I found online.  Probably a year or more later, the owner of this photo filed a DMCA complaint against me, and rightly so.  I didn't get the photo from her, but I got it from someone else who evidently got it from her, directly or indirectly.  It doesn't matter, I did not own the photo and now knew the true owner didn't want me to use it.  She had been a photographer for this star at one time.  No problem, it was removed.  However, the hub needed a photo.  I took a chance and wrote the star asking for permission to use a photo.  I was given permission to use a whole group of photos.  That feels good, folks.
    
    I share this with you so that you understand that if you want something, sometimes all you have to do is ask.  Don't be afraid.  What is the worst that can happen?

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    Cagsilposted 15 years ago

    That they refuse. I would have thought that was obvious. It is the fear behind hearing rejection that limits some from bothering to put the effort forward. This is unfortunate. But, I'm glad you shared this as well. Thank you.

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       KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       LOL...and so what if they refuse?  You're no worse off than before you asked.  You're right, so many fear rejection.  Rejection should not be feared.

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    Cagsilposted 15 years ago

    Agreed!

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    KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

    The gentleman has replied with the answers to all of my questions!  He is soooooooo nice.  Now my work begins! I will be putting together my hub.  This is so much fun.  He's such a good sport in helping me with this.  I am so appreciative.  I hope I do him proud. 

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    Cagsilposted 15 years ago

    Great news KCC!
    
    Are you going to have the lyrics for display too? I'm just curious.
    
    Either way, I am sure you'll do an excellent job. I believe in you and your ability, because I've read your work. So, my faith isn't misplaced. Good writer, for a great story!

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    KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

    I didn't ask him for the lyrics, but I'll give a synopsis of the song. 
    
    I'm nervous, but I think that's a healthy thing.  If I wasn't, I wouldn't be taking it seriously enough.  This is a big deal for me.  I just want to do a good job on it.  It would have been easier if he was only a singer/songwriter, but since he also has 15 novels under his belt, I feel a bit more pressure. 

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    Cagsilposted 15 years ago

    Well, believe it or not, you shouldn't feel any pressure at all. The reason being is that apparently HE has visited your hubs, reviewed them and granted you permission. He is already confident and what you are doing to yourself is self applied.  The obstacle you face is put in front of you, because of your lack of faith in your ability, to live up to other people expectations. However, as I just pointed out....it can be conquered through your faith. My faith says you'll do wonderful. If that matters...
    
    Sorry about the so detailed post. I was just trying to present it differently.

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    Cagsilposted 15 years ago

    In other words or simply said- Do your best, be honest about your effort and you'll present a master-piece he will enjoy, as will, the rest of who are waiting to read it. So, that's about it.

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    KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

    Thanks Cagsil....I appreciate your support.  It's actually shaping up pretty well.

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    KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

    I just sent my draft copy of the hub to him to look at.

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       Justine76posted 15 years agoin reply to this

         we are all excited to read it too.

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          Shadesbreathposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          For sure.  Make sure you post on here that it's up!

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             KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

             I will, thanks!

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          KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          Thanks Justine!

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       manlypoetrymanposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       It sounds like it will be a great Hub. I agree with everyone else. Really cool that you will get the opportunity to write on this person from first-hand questions that you were able to ask.

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          KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

          Thanks Manlypoetryman!  It's an opportunity I'm really proud to have.  I hope the hub lives up to the hype now....LOL  As I said earlier in this thread, it's really a personal achievement more than anything.  It just feels good to find the song, the writer, and then be able to communicate with him and create a hub out of it.

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    pinkyleeposted 15 years ago

    wow thats really awesome hun!

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       KCC Big Countryposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Thanks Pinkylee!

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    KCC Big Countryposted 15 years ago

    The hub is published.  It's called "And It All Started With a Song".   The song is "Sister Moon" and the author is Mike Blakely.  I hope you enjoy it.  Mike will be reading your comments left there.

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       Cagsilposted 15 years agoin reply to this

       Here is the long await hub by KCC Big Country, read to your heart's content.
       
       http://hubpages.com/hub/Mike-Blakely

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