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Last Updated: 11/18/2009

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Monday 05/10/2009 3:34 AM

Category: Life
Well, I'm lying in bed. I put on Halloween 4 and I have a sickness knocking on my door. I thought it might go away but it's getting worse now. So I'm going to write this before I get too dizzy.

BUT, before I do, there's something I want to say. Most of you reading this read my last blog. I have never received a response regarding one of my blogs like I received last week. I had a woman GO OFF on me for my comments about my "selling a baby to a train conductor for fresh coffee and a cinnamon roll" line. Apparently, I'm the only person who knew I didn't mean that literally. She got into all of the "how dare you say that about one of God's creatures" and all of that.

This woman told me I should do something positive instead of negative. I asked her if she had listened to my music. And of course, she hadn't. I asked her to listen to "The Right Place". She wouldn't.

Let me make something clear...I write my blogs for relaxation and amusement. And some of you seem to enjoy them. I don't know about what you think I should do, but I'd rather pour my positive energy into my music and meanwhile write some things that remind me what I've been going through and make myself and some others smile at the same time.

If you DON'T like what you read, it's very simple...you don't have to read it. This is America. I'm allowed to say what I think and feel and no amount of hate mail from uptight, over religious, self righteous ignoramuses is going to stop me.

ANYWAY...

1. Screw the I-95!!!! We played a college show on Friday night at Connecticut College. It's a 2.5 hour drive from NYC. We left Brooklyn at 4:30pm...we arrived at 9pm. Have you ever been stuck in a NYC traffic jam while you're having serious anxiety issues? Not fun. Thank God for good music keeping me sane.

2. Say hello to my new merchandise suitcase...




Thanks to my awesome twin sister, Carrie, for working so hard on this. The outside looks amazing too. It's going to be great to take this on tour.

3. So I was lucky enough to go to this...




It was an AMAZING night. Ray Lamontagne also sang. And we sat in a crowd with Steve Buscemi, Rhett Miller and Josh Ritter. Just an amazing night. The Apollo Theatre is gorgeous. I had never been there. Such a history. SO many legends have performed there. There's construction outside right in the next lot, and the doors are COMPLETELY covered with well wises for Michael Jackson. It was really beautiful.

4. So, my father, Francis Eugene McNamara had his retirement party last weekend. I gave a speech and started to cry...he gave a speech and started to cry...it was a beautiful night. This is he and I with my brother Jim...




I would just like to publicly thank him for everything that he's done. Words can never express how amazing he has been. I'm so proud to be his son. I love you, Dad.

Thanks for reading.

Mac


 
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Shannon ♥'s Cotton Candy
Shannon Luvs Cotton candy

 
awesome as usual. and "f" the naysayers...this is your blog..i think the definition of myspace is just that..MYspace..say what you want...you're funny and talented! i love your blogs !
 
Posted by Shannon ♥'s Cotton Candy on Monday 05/10/2009 - 4:41 AM
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Anna;Beezy[:

 
Thats so cute.!

Your an amazing writer!
 
Posted by Anna;Beezy[: on Monday 05/10/2009 - 11:14 PM
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Mary

 
Andy,
I have to apologize to you!!!!!! I did not read your BLOG last week, but will right now! You are awesome w/ your words of wisdom!!!! I will respond ASAP!!!!

Take care my friend,
MM    ..

 
Posted by Mary on Monday 05/10/2009 - 11:15 PM
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Betsy Burnett
Betsy Burnett

 
..Welllllll........I'm thininkin' she probably sold her baby to the train conductor for fresh coffee and a warm cinammon roll and just doesn't want to tell you..................................LMAO!....You ARE the man, Andy! You're the man. I love learning what you've learned. I am getting to be really smart by now. Thank you...
 
Posted by Betsy Burnett on Monday 05/10/2009 - 11:15 PM
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Genell
Genell Culbertson

 
Blogs is a place where you are able to express your self. U go Mac!
 
Posted by Genell on Monday 05/10/2009 - 11:16 PM
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tHe_pOeT

 
.. OMG!
IF YOU EVER CHANGE BECAUSE SOMEONE JUST DOESN'T KNOW WHEN TO SHUT IT, I WILL STOP LOVING YOU! NEVER EVER CHANGE MR. ANDY, YOU ARE SUCH A BREATH OF FRESH AIR!!!  DO YOU REALLY WANT TO CHOKE ALL OF THESE GREAT PEOPLE WHO LOVE YOU DEARLY FOR EXACTLY WHO YOU ARE!!!!!!?  THIS IS NOTHING MORE THAN AN EXERCISE FOR YOU...MUCH LIKE SIT UPS FOR YOUR BEER GUT! BIG SMILE!
.. I AM YOUR #1
(I don't care what anybody else thinks about that!)..
 
Posted by tHe_pOeT on Monday 05/10/2009 - 11:17 PM
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Denise
Denise Dufour

 
Hey Andy!  Just write until your heart is content!  It's people like her that try to squash our creative flow!  Then, they're not decent enough to hear an explanation.  They don't deserve one anyway!  I'm totally jealous that you were able to go to the Apollo!  Lucky bastard!  Congrats, as well, on your Dad's retirement!  My dad is enjoying his retirement, although I think he's jonesing for work! LOL!  Anyway, keep up the weekly blogs....I love'em!!!! (Oh, and nice merchandise suitcase BYW!)  Much love, Denise
 
Posted by Denise on Monday 05/10/2009 - 11:17 PM
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Ron

 
Anyone who reads your blogs regularly knows your sense of humor, and knows that you were just kidding about the kid.  I have kids, and was not offended in the least.  I have thoughts like that too when unruly kids whose parents don't know how to make them act properly in public disturb me.  Keep it up.  It's nice to hear you talk so glowingly about your dad.  He must be a great man.  See you next month, and I hope you don't get too sick.  Good luck.  BTW, you mentioned Rhett Miller.  My good friend in Dallas (I sent you his last CD) Salim Nourallah, produced Rhett's last album, along with the Old 97's last CD.  Rhett even read my last novel, With Three You Get Murder, while doing the sessions.  Time to take my daughter to her preschool at UCLA, so goodbye for now.
 
Posted by Ron on Monday 05/10/2009 - 11:17 PM
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sheila

 
LOL.....ok, I for one knew you didn't mean that about the baby.....if you need to vent, then vent.....I have heard more harsh words about babies from standup comedies and shows that are 10 times more then that of what you said and yet a laugh always comes out........Anyway keep up the good music and tell your dad to enjoy his retirement and travel around.....my family did lol.
 
Posted by sheila on Monday 05/10/2009 - 11:18 PM
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Anat

 
..Hey Mac,

In regards to that lady who ranted about your comment:  First, you can never please all, and some people have no sense of humor.  Second, just remember that it was that type of a woman who launched the successful sitcom "Married With Children."  So who knows, she might have started to launch your next world tour.  Third, I was at Universal Studios yesterday with 3 kids (whom I love, but at some point would gladly exchange them for a cup of coffee, a good cheesecake and 3 hours of rest).  We visited the new "Simpson Ride."  Bob is chasing the family and at some point Homer and Marge are in the Love Tunnel by themselves and Homer tells her: "Alone at last."  Marge responds: "Bob is trying to kills the kids" (or something similar) and Hoer says: "It's just getting better."

Sorry you got stuck in traffic.  Maybe you should reconsider your visit to Southern California - our traffic is worse than yours :)

Have a fun week and hope you'll feel better.

Anat..
 
Posted by Anat on Monday 05/10/2009 - 11:19 PM
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selene

 
.. ..i love your blogs!!!!!!!!!!  i think you are funny and talented, handsome, your music makes me happy, and the best thing is that it seems that we know you, we know that this awesome music comes from  you, somebody that gets sick, has friends, fans, gets upset with some things, and the best thing of all, you have a big heart. i love to hear from you, from myspace or facebook or anywhere.
take care!!!!!!!! 
 kisses!!!!!!!! ....
 
Posted by selene on Monday 05/10/2009 - 11:20 PM
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racine
racine parrish

 
This was my first blog I read of your cause I'm a new friend but loved it very sweet about you and you dad looking forward to the next one for the lady that was rude don't let her get to you peace
 
Posted by racine on Tuesday 06/10/2009 - 1:17 AM
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Middle Earth

 
WOW!!! I LOVED your last blog hon!! My question is this... if she has never listened to your music and refuses to listen to your music then why in the hell is she reading your blog in the first place???? Sounds like she just needs another hobby other than sitting on her ass reading blogs written by talented musicians who she doesn't even know and then making stupid snap judgements about them. Maybe her parents sold HER to a train conductor!! =)
 
Posted by Middle Earth on Tuesday 06/10/2009 - 1:17 AM
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carmen

 
I agree with middle earth - if she doesn't listen to your music then why the hell is she reading your blog?!  I love your wit and sense of humor...keep it up and don't let the naysayers get you down.  Just like they said it's "MySpace" so do what you want on your page.  GO FOR IT!!!!  Congrats to your Dad and his retirement, may he enjoy the rest of his life and have lots of fun!!!  When my mom first retired she wasn't sure what she was gonna do with herself but now she is hardly ever home and always on the go with friends or doing charity work and loves it!!  Now your dad can persue anything he wants and has the time to do it AND enjoy it, so GO DAD!!!  Can't wait to read your next blog!! Oh, and by the way--love the CD's i got.  Play them in the car all the time and LOUD!!!  Keep it up and hope you feel better soon!!  ;~}
 
Posted by carmen on Tuesday 06/10/2009 - 2:53 AM
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Wendy

 
Your remark reminded me of a sign I've seen around some stores. (Particularly at Renn. Faires!) "Unattended children will be sold as slaves." No one takes it seriously. And anyone with any brains would have felt the same way about your comments.
 
Posted by Wendy on Tuesday 06/10/2009 - 9:17 PM
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howYOUdoin'?

 
Well, hello there, new merchandise suitcase! You're awfully cute. ..
..
...."His name is McNamara, he's the leader of the band..."  NICE shot of you men. His sons have done him proud.....
 
Posted by howYOUdoin'? on Thursday 08/10/2009 - 2:52 AM
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redpenny45

 
Hope that you feel well soon, would enjoy one of your shows out in California, sorry that I missed you. Take care my friend.....Peace.......Jacqueline..
 
Posted by redpenny45 on Sunday 11/10/2009 - 2:51 AM
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Kathleen
Kathleen Horner

 
Oh, pooh on that lady and her comment re: "selling a baby to a train conductor, etc.".  Addressing anxiety especially that of a performing artist and your life wherein you deal with the people that either love your music or misunderstand your music , here's a good line from Robert Louis Stevenson, "Quiet minds cannot be perplexed or frightened but go on in fortune and misfortune at their own private pace, like a clock during a thunderstorm". I so love that quote and have it stuck on my computer where I have to read it everyday. Zennnn.  Hey, that is inspiration for a new song, yes? Addtional note:  Cool Father retirement photo...beautiful!
 
Posted by Kathleen on Wednesday 14/10/2009 - 4:25 AM
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