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Show SatSunMonTues, October 4-7, 2003 The Park Record A-13 DESERT JOURNAL By Chaplain (Col.) Berris 'Bear' Samples The Beatles (Tmffi) o o o When I find myself in times of trouble, Mother Mary comes to me speaking words of wisdom, let it be. And in my hour of darkness, she is standing right in front of me, speaking words of wisdom, let it be. ' -John Lennon and Paul McCartney Back in the USSR for the first time. Paul McCartney invaded Red Square in Moscow for his May 24 concert. Crazed Russians spent up to a week's pay to garner a space to watch the packed show. Tens of thousands swarmed the plaza by Lenin's Tomb as Vladimir Ilyich rolled over like Beethoven to the rocking sounds of the '60s revisited. The audience was all but square, as the Muscovites danced and sang riotously to some of their favorite tunes. Totally awesome! awe-some! Woodland Junior High in 1964 was abuzz with the' latest gossip to include word of the Beatles' assault on America and appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show. Not to be missed. Yes, their nighttime music on WLS . Radio Chicago was great. My roommate, brother Doug, and 1 would stay up late dialed in and singing along in our best under-developed tenor voices to "She Loves You" and "A Hard Day's Night.". I wasnt so sure about the Beatles. My friends wanted to grow their hair longer to imitate the Fab Four; it was un-American. un-American. Glued to our old black-and-white, we watched in amazement as Ed's audience went berserk. They were young men with a message and a medium, and captured the hearts and imaginations of a generation. I've never met a person that didnt like the Beatles. My younger brother Greg picked up the guitar and banged away at the Beatles' number one hits. He was a natural, a very special talent. Playing professionally for many years, he never broke' though the minor leagues to the big time. His handshake was like gripping grip-ping steel pliers developed from his years exercising guitar strings. At his funeral, we played "The Long and Winding Road" and "Let It Be;" no dirges were good enough, Beatles to the end. It was as if Greg sang his own goodbye. To this day, both songs haunt me and bring tears.1 Interrogated before his Red Square concert. Sir Paul spoke of always wanting to come to Russia and share his songs. Like a giddy schoolboy, he commented comment-ed that his father would be proud of his accomplishment. accomplish-ment. Little did any of the Beatles realize how their music was played on Radio Free Europe; those deadly dead-ly radio waves broke over the barriers of the communist commu-nist world like a tidal wave. As hungry as addicts, Russians would spend a half month's wage to purchase pur-chase "Abby Road." Both Glasnost instigator Mikhail Gorbachov and ex-KGB spook Vladimir Putin admitted that Beatles' songs were seditious, but they listened like everyone else. Their lust for music showed the Red weakness of mind and heart control. I wonder if . anyone ended up in the Gulag breaking . rocks for listening to "Strawberry Fields Forever?" Many recall the land mine John Lennon stepped on March 4, 1966 by stating for the British Standard that the Beatles were more popular than Jesus. Growing up in the South, I got an up-close-and-personal view of the response as radio stations and churches black- Interrogated before his Red Square concert, Sir Paul spoke of always wanting to come to Russia and share his songs. Like a giddy schoolboy, he commented that his father would be proud of his accomplishment." balled the Beatles' records and encouraged smashing the demonic things. I was far from faith at the time, and my brothers and I were able to add to our collection collec-tion by getting albums at a big discount. John tried to correct and explain himself, but he remained a favorite of the KKK. Actually, he recognized how young people loved to sing and dance to their songs, and music in general reached youth in a big way. When the Russians credit the Beatles, in part, for the downfall of the Soviet system by their music touching the masses, John's statement held more truth in contemporary con-temporary times. Speaking of land mines, Paul and . Heather McCartney joined Princess Diana's movement to rid the world of the insane explosives. Paul appropriately wore a bright red 'No More Land Mines' T-shirt for the Red Square concert while Heather wore the shirt on Larry King Live. Soon after Diana's death in 1997, the International Mine Ban Treaty was signed by 122 nations effectively stopping production and trade. It is sad that existing mines are still employed in the Middle East. Particularly in Afghanistan, but also Iraq, innocent children enjoying field games meet disaster daily. It was heartwarmine to mbbbbmmh hear Paul's commitment commit-ment to donate monies from the Moscow concert to the Adopt-A-Minefield program for mine clearance, and survivor assistance, particularly with prosthetics. Heather wears a prosthetic leg after being severely injured in Yugoslavia in 1993 as she was working with refugees. In the desert, our soldiers are fully equipped with MP3 and CD players. The 'ubiquitous music is of every possible variety. To feed the need for tunes, our enterprising troops raid the PX (Post Exchange), order off the net, and swap with others. Even Radio Kuwait plays oldies. After the first Gulf War I swore I'd never go to Iraq again without a shortwave radio to reach the BBC. It is a special comfort and reminder of home to have your music tuck you into your bunk or sleeping bag at night. Brenda sent my favorite Steely Dan's Greatest along with their new CD --weird --weird not to say album anymore. Don't worry, there aren't any super amps pushing mega-woofers out vibrating our M-l tanks or Hummers! Could Western music change or influence Iraq like it did. the Soviet Union? Wouldn't money be well spent to outfit Iraqi Beatles' imitators to give free concerts? Sometimes my mind strikes on the bizarre, but who would have thunk that the Beatles would have subverted Russian politics? Maybe music can be an international language promoting peace, understanding under-standing and tolerance. After he had rocked the Kremlin, Pauf was asked how he could top this huge experience. He replied, "Next stop, the moon!? . "I'm back in.the U,S.$R. Yoii4on'f,rww how lucky. . you are boys, back in the U.S S.R. " Anything is possible possi-ble for those with big dreams who make big music. Berris Samples is a pastor at Park City Community Church. He was stationed in Kuwait during the first Gulf War and is currently serving as a United States Army military chaplain. SATURDAY MORNING By Linda Gorton and Monika Guendner In search of... Park City Personals ,1' S vv -SN Must enjoy high school sportsdriving large SUV's. Good yelling voice a plus! Ability to physically enforce my opinions even better!" You know you've been in Park City too long when. ..you do most of your socializing at Albertson's. The singles scene in Park City can be quite difficult dif-ficult to traverse. So we have decided to help out the single community by offering personal adds to help those in need hook up with Mr. or Mrs. Right (or at least Mr. or Mrs. Right Now.) Following is a sample: Single Female: ISO male. Any kind. Prefer gentleman gen-tleman with job and own transportation but will consider man wo job or transportation if necessary. neces-sary. Must love cats, plants, and "Friends" re-runs but will consider foptball fan or news junkie. Ldoksage-not important. Existence a plus. Me: 42 yrs., Rubenesque, love spending time with my 16 cats and taking care of my plants. Also have collection col-lection of stuffed ani- . mals and enjoy inspirational inspi-rational calendars and posters. Send letter let-ter with photo (Or not- it's OK) to P.O. Box 4231567 or just come by my job at the Hallmark Store. Divorced White ani""""" Male: ISO Tall, blond, 25-30 year old aerobics instructor or masseuse for intimate get-togethers. Must have collection of stretch ski pants, fur coats, and an appreciation for large ostentatious jewelry. Silicone is a plus! Me: I am fit and fab at 55, like skiing and sports cars. I have my own business and am prepared to show you how good it can be. Send photo only to P.O. Box 66666. Single Male Pinhead: ISO granola girl for micro brews and backcountry tours on tele-skis. Must be athletic and healthy. Also have own mountain bike gear, climbing gear, camping gear, snow shoeing gear, cross country gear, tele gear, etc. Storage unit and dogs a plus. Me: 35, athletic, have own gear, Subaru, dog, and basic medical training. Send picture pic-ture of your dog to P.O. Box 777777. Single Gay Male: ISO gay male for companionshippossible companion-shippossible relationship. I know you are out there somewhere. Aren't you? I know this is Utah and all, but this is Park City. I thought that this area would have a little diversity at least. I feel so alone. Single Female: ISO male 18-100 yrs old. Must be independently wealthy, enjoy wining and dining, and appreciate Bogner, Rolex, and Hermes. Terminally ill OK. Me: 25 yrs, slim and well maintained main-tained aerobics instructor, blond with a high school diploma. Send current bank statement to P.O. Box 36-24-36 Returning Missionary-Male: ISO female 18-24 for marriage. Must desire large family and enjoy baking and Jell-O. Cougar fan is a definite plus! Me: 21 yrs. old, clean-cut BYU grad with large selection of white shirts and ties for you to iron after you make my lunch. Honeymoon in Nauvoo if you're Miss Right! Send letter from your bishop to Silver Creek 7th Ward. Female Real estate Agent: ISO male realtor 35-55 35-55 yrs. for possible development partnership and relationship-. Must have impeccable sales record and only handle 500k properties. Me: well-, dressed, 42 -year-old with own website and substantial substan-tial advertising budget. Send a copy of your listings to P.O. Box 987654 Male Golden Retriever: ISO female golden retriever but will consider lab or Malamute. Must : have playful well- ' ' trained owner with lots of tennis balls. Spayed is OK. Must enjoy long walks in the mountains, chasing chas-ing cats, barking at strangers, investi gating trash cans, "MIB,,,,II,, and jumping up on furniture. Me: handsome hand-some with gorgeous coat and shiny studded collar. Meet at the Swede Alley dumpster 3 a.m. Single Mom: ISO male companion 35-50 yrs old. Must enjoy high school sportsdriving large SUV's. Good yelling voice a plus! Ability to physically phys-ically enforce my opinions even better! Me: 37-year-old mother of 16-year-old star baseball player. play-er. My son is handsome, smart, 'and very talented despite what the coach might say and he contributes con-tributes to the game as much as anyone else. He really doesn't get all of the recognition he deserves. I can be reached every afternoon at the high school baseball field. Single New Zeeland male: ISO single female 21-30. 21-30. Must enjoy skiing, beer, and short-term relationships rela-tionships (3-5 mos.). Me: adorable accent, cute. Love skiing, beer, and American girls. Send photo and letter to: King Kong Lift, co PCM R Single male: ISO female 25-45 for nighttime get togethers and possible live-in situation. You: , attractive, easy, and employed. Must like drinking and supporting boyfriend physically as well as financially. Extra room in your apartment is a big plus. Stop by the bar at the Alamo anytime between 3 p.m. and 1 a.m. LindaGorton and Monika Guendner are two of the hosts oftlte KPCW Classifieds Show. LmdaiC for American Skiing Company. Monika worfa Vee - ' jobs, including business editor at The Park Record." PARK CITY EDUCATION FOUNDATION PRESENTS THE FIRST ANNUAL PH0NE-A-TH0N Coming to a phone near you... OCTOBER 8, 9, 12 & 14 Parents, don't miss this special opportunity to participate in your child's education! PUT YOUR MONEY WHERE THEIR MINDS ARE! The Park City Education Foundation provides resources to the Park City School district in (our crucial areas: 1. Teacher Training and Staff Development 2. School Programs and Grants 3. Teacher, Student and Volunteer Recognition , 4. Facilities and Capital Improvements Four.the 2003-04 school year, PCEF funding will total more than $405,000 thanks to partnerships between the Foundation and many community-minded businesses and individuals. That commitment to Park City Schools has significantly impacted more than 4,000 students, helping them all to reach their potential. We look to the parents of our community to provide the support necessary to help PCEF reach its goal of making Park City a truly exemplary school district. Parental participation will affect the quality of Park City's schools and the entire community. . This is your opportunity to participate in your child's educational experience and to help determine just what that experience will be! Look for more detailed information on how you can contribute your mailbox! |
