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	craig craig obrien	that is a magical moment so far from home but for all the right reasons myles you are loved all over the world by fans who also consider you part of their own familys. for that i send you many thanks and wish you and your family a merry season . craig   Posted by craig on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 12:59 PM [Reply to this]

	*Kate Cobain*	Hi Myles!it's always a graet pleasure for me to read your posts that are so poetic and full of life! It's hard living on the road far away from the family for a long long time but you have to be really proud of your music!I hope we can be a second family during your tour! All the love kate   Posted by *Kate Cobain* on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 12:59 PM [Reply to this]

	~ belinda ~	You're a good guy, Myles.........brilliant post. That IS why you do what you do. You always come off as such a genuine soul. I hope the remainder of the dates fly by and you get to head home to Selena and the rest of your family soon. Get home safe......   Posted by ~ belinda ~ on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:00 PM [Reply to this]

	Miriamdeeldor Miriam Mecha	It..s this little things we don..t expect to find that make this journey bearable. Like a strange light in the horizon fading while we..re walking an unknown road. We don..t know what we can find in that fading light, but a voice inside tell us we need it more than anything. It..s always good to be alive. And sometimes it..s good to be alone, so we can realize special moments that no one can understand and that help us to keep trying, keep moving, keep dreaming. Hope you have a good gig tonight in Brussels. Love, Miriam   Posted by Miriamdeeldor on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:00 PM [Reply to this]

	SmokinJoe Joe Ethier	MK, I know the feeling of being alone and out of place as I'm here completing my tour in Afghanistan. I haven't seen my family since August 24th and I won't return until January 10th. My current wife, Susan, has been a kind of quest of mine since we were freshman in High School back in 1983. It took me almost 21 years to finally win her heart and I have never been happier. The reason I bring that up is I sometimes wonder after all that I've been through to get to this point in life why I would leave her. I'm here in a land that is very foreign to me, fighting for the liberty of a culture that for the most part is born into a hatred of our western way of life. I don't see apreciation from the people here but contempt. I believe in what we are doing here and especially the mission of my unit (Air Force Combat Rescue) but I still from time to time wonder what I am doing here. This will be the first Christmas away from my family. I truly hope its the last. To be completely honest, your music helps me through this. I can put on Blackbird or One Day Remains and just drift back to what I know and thoughts of my wife and family. I hope you remember the next time the "Blues" set in that what you are doing is important. If nothing else it has helped this homesick, lonely airman make it through his deployment away from the ones he loves the most. I thank you for that. Happy Holidays. Joe Ethier Kandahar AB, Afghanistan   Posted by SmokinJoe on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:02 PM [Reply to this]

	Jim	Thanks for posting, it's always good to find moments in life such as this, and I think we've all been in similar situations and can totally relate. I'm surprised you can't video call your family with that nice Apple of yours!! And for a moment of original musical guitar work: http://uk. youtube. com/watch?v=NCKTeRW3OhQ   Posted by Jim on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:03 PM [Reply to this]

	spikyredzz Lilian Cooper	I don't know what to say. I'm sorry you miss your family, it must be difficult especially at this time of year. Sometimes I forget you make such major sacrifices to bring the music to me in Newcastle last year or Glasgow this year. In fact I often complain at having to travel to hear a band I love! Thanks for reminding me that gigs I enjoy can come at a higher price for the band than they do for me, at least I can go back home to my family at night. I'm sure being in a rock band is not really glamorous! You'll be home soon, and will have a well deserved rest from the road. Of course I love Alter Bridge - your voice is awesome, but I love your writing also. I wish that the man had known you were there, but perhaps it would have changed the story and take some of the mystery away. Take care, Myles, thanks for sharing!   Posted by spikyredzz on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:04 PM [Reply to this]

	Johnny Johnny Sizemore	I wont call you lucky, your talent and heart put you where you are today but yes I agree its good to be alive! I listen to you thru headphones while I workout and Im on a boat in the middle of the Gulf of Mexico. It reminds me that inspiration can and usually will happen anywhere! Peace Johnny   Posted by Johnny on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:05 PM [Reply to this]

	Sandra	Really beautiful update. I don't know what to say only that you're special, you have a down-to-earth attitude in every moment, the time that you spend with the fans after the concerts and your attitude, thanks for all. Only a few concerts more and you go back home. Enjoy your last days in Europe. Hope see you again soon.   Posted by Sandra on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:06 PM [Reply to this]

	Emi Emilia Wegierska	Yes, it is good to be alive...if you find the peace in your heart. I think I've found here, in your words, something very important for me... Thank you so much!! Wish you all the best Myles and take care! emi   Posted by Emi on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:06 PM [Reply to this]

	Adele . Adele James	What an stunning tale Myles , moments like that are what life is all about. Music has saved me many times. It is unexplainable but it can turn my mood around in a moment taking me from despair to calm and upwards . People who are touched by music this way are truly the luckiest people. Your music has done this for me many times , I often go running with Alterbridge blasting on my Ipod and everything just seems good. Thankyou for your gift. Beats prozac anyday !   Posted by Adele . on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:07 PM [Reply to this]

	Loz Lauren Phillips	Wow that's such an amazing story. This is a great example of everything happening for a reason. I'm glad you got to experience that and I hope you never lose your passion for music, you're a brilliant artist :)   Posted by Loz on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:07 PM [Reply to this]

	Kathy	Sounds wonderful. It is amazing what music can do to your soul. Whenever I feel blue or sad I put on a good CD or my ipod and just let the music take me away. I imagine being on the road and missing your family must be difficult. But I am glad that you do it for your fans...Alterbridge is my favorite band and I listen to your music all the time. You played at a little club here in Alabama a few months ago. It was one of the best concerts I've ever seen and believe me at the age of 46 I have been to hundreds of concerts from big venues to small clubs...seen everyone from the Stones to Puddle of Mudd and you guys are my favorite. I am glad you found that mysterious man that cheered you up. Life is often too short...we should try to love every minute of it. I wish I could see the places all you guys get to see. I would miss my family, but I love seeing new places. Peace to you and the rest of the band and I hope to see you guys back in the states soon.   Posted by Kathy on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:08 PM [Reply to this]

	Mike	Great experience--I'm glad it reminded you why you love music (I understand where your coming from Alter Bridge continues to remind me why I love music.) That apple cider drink sounds awesome. Can't wait till you come back to the states. Keep on rockin'! Mike   Posted by Mike on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:09 PM [Reply to this]

	JOSH	Myles you write the most poetic and beautiful blogs ever   Posted by JOSH on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:09 PM [Reply to this]

	Aloysius	Find the Real.   Posted by Aloysius on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:09 PM [Reply to this]

	Just a note in the song of life	That's amazing. Everyone should have some sort of experience like that, and EVERYONE should know how music feels. I had somewhat of a similar experience in New York where there's everykind of musician on the side walk. I saw a black man playing the sweet Hendrix-ical sound of Purple Haze. I stopped and listened (stupid tour group rushed us) for a bit and thought, "You know what. The money he makes may only go to liquor, but that sure as hell looks like fun!" p.s. Hehe. Love the Music Mr. Kennedy!   Posted by Just a note in the song of life on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:11 PM [Reply to this]

	airjordan	You should definitely make this into a song, Myles. You have an amazing gift for using the written (or sung) word to express your feelings, and make your audience feel the same way... keep rocking, you're not only a great musician, but also a great inspiration to those of us who are aspiring to write music in your footsteps.   Posted by airjordan on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:11 PM [Reply to this]

	Steven Steven Hudson	Myles, This is a great blog, I really enjoy reading pretty much anything you would write. You are a very talented writer with a truly amazing mind. It is awesome that you found solace in the blues...Especially in Brussels. Unexpected I agree. But youll never read this so I wont' bother you anymore lol Steven   Posted by Steven on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:12 PM [Reply to this]

	♫Mary Oaks♫	Thanks for sharing, it's always nice to read that kind of story. =)   Posted by ♫Mary Oaks♫ on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:12 PM [Reply to this]

	~Erin~	I can honestly say that moved me. You have a way with words my friend. I think this weekend I just need to imerse myself in music to help quash the winter blues and reinspire me. Good luck with the rest of the tour and spending the holidays with the familia.   Posted by ~Erin~ on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:13 PM [Reply to this]

	St. Tard!! Travis Harrison	That is awesome man!!! You are very lucky to be over there, just remember everyone back home here in Spokane is happy for you!!!! Make sure you post those pics so we can see them!!   Posted by St. Tard!! on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:13 PM [Reply to this]

	Mo	Myles! Thank you for sharing this heartfelt story. While reading about your experience, after a very stressful week, I am reminded of how thankful I am for my life, in general, and how important it is to appreciate the small, but meaningful things that may cross our path when we least expect them! Do I sense an inspiration for a song? ;) Much love to you and the Mrs. ! <3 Mo   Posted by Mo on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:14 PM [Reply to this]

	Kombi Krazy Matthew Dixon	Music is brilliant isn't it Myles. It can pick you up when you are feeling down. No Brussel Sprouts then?   Posted by Kombi Krazy on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:14 PM [Reply to this]

	ALTER BRIDGE BRASIL ALTER BRIDGE BRASIL	is very bad stay away from the family, stay away from people we love and we do well! more on one hand is good because you are doing something you love most, which is playing and singing for their fans ... and now only missing a tour in Brazil! Patti*   Posted by ALTER BRIDGE BRASIL on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:14 PM [Reply to this]

	Gone By December	Sounds amazing. I've had similar experiences in Europe when I was younger; it's just a magical place. There's something about some street vendors that just drips a certain lack of compromise that I find inspiring. Keep up the spectacular work. -Devin   Posted by Gone By December on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:16 PM [Reply to this]

	Michael {Flatleys Crutch} Michael Caldwell	What an excellent little story! The story goes to show how music is so universal and that you can find it anywhere you go, that it still has the same meaning and feeling where ever you are in the world. Good luck with the rest of the tour.   Posted by Michael {Flatleys Crutch} on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:17 PM [Reply to this]

	Matt Matt Woodhouse	Wow man... props to your writting skills. It def shows in your music. Keep on rocking!   Posted by Matt on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:17 PM [Reply to this]

	Warrior Poet	It has to be hard. I couldnt be 6 weeks away from my home and family. You were amazing in Madrid. Peace Carlos P.   Posted by Warrior Poet on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:18 PM [Reply to this]

	Joan P. Cooley	Ah! That's the beauty of life. The Universe blesses...when you least expect it. Does it not, Myles?   Posted by Joan P. Cooley on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:18 PM [Reply to this]

	LISA...FIND THE REAL!!!!	Myles, Thats was so awesome to hear and makes me very happy you were able to have that experience especially now towards the almost end of the tour I know how hard it is getting for all of you. I just got done telling Brian the same thing cause he was having the same down feeling that it happens to us all and you don't even have to be away from home. We all have off days of feeling blue but the wonderful thing about life is that one way or another it finds a way of getting better alot of times when you least expect it! Just when you may think there isn't a glimmer of hope in a day thats lost for whatever reason something will surprise you! For me its usually something that makes me laugh and being around me you know I always find a way to do that! haha! It is my sanity and I try and pass laughter on to other people just like your medicine is music we all have our cures to what ails us. There is something to be said about getting older because you learn the wisdom hopefully of trying to always take away something good even from something bad and learn from it and also its just not worth it to sweat the small stuff cause life is certainly full of it!!!. I think this was definitely a lesson learned for you and something you will really remember the next time a situation like this comes up which it always does again thats life so thats a very good thing! Also the Italian Mom in me was so happy all the eating you did, Dinner and a Belgium Waffle and a Big Boy Drink!! WOO HOO!! LOL! Maybe me on your case you don't eat enough has finally got to you! haha! j/k Life is good... Glad your feeling better Sweetie, I hope you all are and Soon you will all be home. Good Luck with the last few shows! Safe Travels!! All My Best XOXO, Lisa   Posted by LISA...FIND THE REAL!!!! on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:19 PM [Reply to this]

	FOREVER	Myles, this is absolutely beautiful. I can't find words to describe what I'm feeling now having read this, but I thank you for sharing such intimate emotions & thoughts. To be honest, I think the the blues runs through your veins & captures your entire essence. Peace, Martha   Posted by FOREVER on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:20 PM [Reply to this]

	Ace in the Hole Design and Photography ©	that sounds like perfection dude....fuckin love the blues!! Alter Bridge + Glasgow = best gig I have ever been to! Fuckin love the Bridge!! gregor! hopefully meet you again next time your in Scotland   Posted by Ace in the Hole Design and Photography © on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:20 PM [Reply to this]

	Mr. Parker	Sweet! First comment!! Hey Myles. I definitely know the indecisiveness. My wife gets on me sometimes because I really don't have food "cravings" like most people do. There are some things I like more than others, but it's all good. So whenever it's my job to pick the place to dine, I sometimes dread it...cuz it can take me a while :P. Your experiences in Brussels were very moving I'm sure. I hope to encounter a moment like that again someday. Sometimes life is full of these strange surprises that seem like they came right out of an old novel, with the goal of the story being the exploration and the realizing of humanity, truth and meaning. You are an inspiration sir, and a very large piece of that stems from your humanity. HAVE A HAPPY HOLIDAYS MYLES!! Hope you get to see your family soon! Randy   Posted by Mr. Parker on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:21 PM [Reply to this]

	Martha	Myles, This is so beautiful and touching... thank you for sharing it with us.   Posted by Martha on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:22 PM [Reply to this]

	↑Ro↑ [www.demonic-nights.at] Roland H	I love reading your blog entries! It makes me feel like I was there myself...unfortunately I haven't been to Brussels yet. I think the drink you had is probably the same or similar to the drink we have here in Austria called "Glühwein"...tasty stuff which you only get during this time of year.   Posted by ↑Ro↑ [www.demonic-nights.at] on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:22 PM [Reply to this]

	Paul Solarek Paul Solarek	Cool stuff MK. Only a few more shows and it's home for the holidays. Have a good christmas and I can't wait for the Alter Bridge live DVD!!   Posted by Paul Solarek on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:23 PM [Reply to this]

	The 211	It's kind of cool that I was reading this at 2:11 pm, while I am doing work at 211. You get a chance to do what you love and see some of the coolest places on earth. You are a blessed man Myles! Best of luck, Tony Talotti.   Posted by The 211 on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:23 PM [Reply to this]

	"Sir" Adam Skolfield	and that, is how life should be :) alter bridge for life!   Posted by "Sir" Adam Skolfield on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:24 PM [Reply to this]

	Harvestor of Sorrow Nick Gordon	Very nice there Mr. Kennedy. Wish i could experience something such as that right now.   Posted by Harvestor of Sorrow on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:24 PM [Reply to this]

	Brandon Brandon Eiden	word myles!   Posted by Brandon on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:24 PM [Reply to this]

	Sam	Hey Myles - I'm really glad it found you...you'll be home soon. Bless you my brother and have a very Merry Christmas!!! Sam in Panama City   Posted by Sam on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:25 PM [Reply to this]

	Gilwellian	As I told someone prior to the show in Barcelona, fame not necessarily conducive to total happiness. I'm leading a metal band so sometimes, attending shows like yours, reading blogs like yours I'm a bit afraid of such style of life. Well a rock star can actually represent black and white, ying and yand, comedy and tragedy... two faces of the same coin.   Posted by Gilwellian on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:25 PM [Reply to this]

	Nightingale in a Golden Cage	What a beautiful story. =) I hope you get to see your family again soon. You seem like one of the people who really know what it means to live and what it means to play music. That's so cool.   Posted by Nightingale in a Golden Cage on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:25 PM [Reply to this]

	Dan Daniel Hubble	Bet when you were following him you attacked him and stole the harp thinking "Hey lets make a new Alter Bridge song using this thing! :D" ;) Urm yeah.. but anyway. If you're in Belgium you should watch a film called "In Bruges" just came to mind because its set in Belgium :] But yeah, awesome blog :] Love reading them haha Music <3 Dan.   Posted by Dan on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:26 PM [Reply to this]

	S~	Those kinds of adventures are always exciting! I had a similar one in Prague recently - wet and cold and then out of the fog, the sound of someone playing a violin by torchlight on the Charles Bridge....magical! And that was probably mulled wine you had - potent stuff, eh? Definitely warms the cockles of one's heart... Europe is actually a great place to find great blues music. Glad you had that experience. S~   Posted by S~ on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:27 PM [Reply to this]

	~Kerstin~ Kerstin Braun	beautiful story! i love brussels, its magical. nice that you feel better, you're almost home, just hang in there :) have an ass kicking show tomorrow at the AB, it's a nice venue. last year i saw the crüe play there, woohoo. take care myles, ~Kerstin~   Posted by ~Kerstin~ on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:27 PM [Reply to this]

	ReNe Rene Witkowski	Wow...beautifully written story. Maybe you should consider writing (maybe a book) as another form of artistic expression. You had me captured from the first sentence. Thank goodness you will be back home soon. I know where you are coming from though. Just the other day, it had rain and twin rainbows appeared. I had never witnessed this before. They were so vivid and that particular day had been stressful and sad, yet seeing this natural beauty totally changed my mood and my spirit. It made me feel thankful and somewhat silly for letting mondain things get to me. You have a great spirit and open mind that allows you to notice things around you. I feel it's a gift. So many ignore inspirations around them everyday. Anyway, I have much respect for you for these reasons along with your great musical talent. Should AB ever perform near me and I get the opportunity to meet you....that would be a witnessed blessing for me. Take care...Rene   Posted by ReNe on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:28 PM [Reply to this]

	Ultimate Rock Gods.com Ultimate Rock Gods .com	Sounds like an awesome time Myles. I'm glad you were able to find some refuge from your long and upsetting road trip in the form of an unexpected blues man with a lot of heart.   Posted by Ultimate Rock Gods.com on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:28 PM [Reply to this]

	Anne-Lise	It's good to know that you are still real :)   Posted by Anne-Lise on Saturday, December 06, 2008 - 1:29 PM [Reply to this]

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