A rare escape and a big treat for me.
By Marie Coyle
@MarieCoyle (45817)
June 6, 2024 3:09pm CST
My belated gift for Mother's Day from my older son is a ticket to a James Taylor concert. I haven't been to a concert in some time, due to life and pandemic, and honestly there are not a lot of them I want to go to anymore. At many concerts people stand up for hours, and I can't do that. So for the most part, concerts are not on my agenda anymore.
Tonight, they are taking me to St. Louis to see the concert, then we will drive back to his home, which is a bit over 2 hours...then tomorrow I will go back home, which is 1 1/2 to 2 hours, depending on traffic, etc. I have someone checking on my younger son...so hopefully it's all good. I am looking forward to the concert and have been enjoying some family time.
I am feeling very spoiled!
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@Hannihar (130204)
• Israel
7 Jun 24
@MarieCoyle
You deserve time to yourself and I hope all goes well and do you have a chair you can take that is not heavy so you can sit at the concert and enjoy it?
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@Hannihar (130204)
• Israel
8 Jun 24
@MarieCoyle
You are welcome and glad they have nice chairs there.
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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9 Jun 24
@Hannihar
It was very cool outside once the sun went down, we wore jackets and took some stadium blankets as well. I was glad not to have to sit on the cold ground. Thank you.
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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7 Jun 24
They have nice chairs there, we knew that, it was good. Thank you.
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@thislittlepennyearns (64672)
• Defuniak Springs, Florida
11 Jun 24
That is a great late mothers day present.
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@thislittlepennyearns (64672)
• Defuniak Springs, Florida
11 Jun 24
@MarieCoyle I am sure it did.
One day I'll be healthy enough and have enough money to go to another concert.
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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12 Jun 24
@thislittlepennyearns
I have had to miss things in the past due to health issues, I do know how frustrating it can be.
@MarieCoyle (45817)
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11 Jun 24
April, it was so much fun, brought back some great memories as well. Thank you.
@kaylachan (78743)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
7 Jun 24
I'm glad you're getting a break from the caregiver life. I'm glad your son is well enough you feel comfortable leaving him to his own devices with someone to check on him.
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@kaylachan (78743)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
7 Jun 24
@MarieCoyle You're welcome. I understand where you're coming from. I won't leave George alone, either.
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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8 Jun 24
@kaylachan
I know it takes a lot out of you...we do it because we love the person, but it is wonderful to get a break every once in a while. I know you really hang in there and I am sure George appreciates what you do.
@MarieCoyle (45817)
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7 Jun 24
I think our friend plans on just staying the night there which if good!! Thank you.
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@Juliaacv (54072)
• Canada
6 Jun 24
@MarieCoyle Enjoy!
and then report back..............
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@Deepizzaguy (111492)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
6 Jun 24
I can relate to what you are going through since the artists that I grew up watching on television or listening to their songs on the radio have passed away and lack of money to see the shows not to mention that in the case of rap musicians, the fans have a bad habit of being on their feet and being rude.
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@Deepizzaguy (111492)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
7 Jun 24
@MarieCoyle I would enjoy seeing an artist who has been around a long time and sings beautiful songs.
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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7 Jun 24
@Deepizzaguy
His songs bring back good memories so I really enjoyed the concert. Thank you, George.
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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7 Jun 24
George, I think you would have enjoyed the concert, it was very good. It was my Mother's Day gift from my oldest son. A great gift!!
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@nela13 (59051)
• Portugal
8 Jun 24
@MarieCoyle you surely deserve such sweet kids, you are a great mom.
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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10 Jun 24
@nela13
Awe, what a nice thing to say. I just try hard. I don't have much to give them except love. Thank you so much.
@MarieCoyle (45817)
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7 Jun 24
My kids are so good to me. It means everything to have that. I try not to ever ask for anything as if I do, they go overboard! I know I am very fortunate to have them. Thank you.
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@LeaPea2417 (38001)
• Toccoa, Georgia
7 Jun 24
That's exciting, have a safe time.
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@1creekgirl (43800)
• United States
7 Jun 24
Marie, you need and deserve to be spoiled! Hope the concert is really enjoyable and your time with family.
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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7 Jun 24
It was wonderful, we had such a good time. I will try to post a picture or two when I get home ,
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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7 Jun 24
It was truly a special evening. Even my daughter in law loved it, and she is mostly a big country music fan. Made a new nicer memory!
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@just4him (318811)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
7 Jun 24
@MarieCoyle I'm glad you enjoyed it.
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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7 Jun 24
I truly did! I wrote about it with a picture. Thank you so much!
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@LindaOHio (193298)
• United States
7 Jun 24
You should be spoiled. You deserve a break. I hope you had a great time. That's a lot of driving. Have a good weekend.
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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8 Jun 24
It was a short break, but a break of any length is needed at times.
Not really too much...I don't mind driving over to my sons and back, the interstate that branches of I 57 to go west to Springfield is a lot calmer for the most part than I 57 is, so I didn't mind that. I am familiar with all the routes and know my way around there, so it's all good.
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@dgobucks226 (36645)
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7 Jun 24
What a great gift! JT is a nice mellow concert so not too much standing will be required 
I've seen James many years ago and he puts on a terrific show playing many of his favorites. His soothing voice and personality make for a great time...
I've seen James many years ago and he puts on a terrific show playing many of his favorites. His soothing voice and personality make for a great time...1 person likes this
@MarieCoyle (45817)
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8 Jun 24
If you closed your eyes, it was a young James singing again...and he still puts on a wonderful concert! Thank you, it really was a great present!
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@zainkhan121 (859)
• Pakistan
7 Jun 24
What a wonderful belated Mother's Day gift from your older son! A ticket to a James Taylor concert sounds like a fantastic treat, especially after such a long break from live music. I completely understand your concerns about standing for hours at concerts—it's great that you'll get to enjoy this one without that worry.
The plan sounds like quite an adventure with a trip to St. Louis and then back, but it seems like you're well-prepared with someone checking on your younger son. I'm glad to hear you're looking forward to the concert and getting some quality family time. You deserve to feel spoiled—enjoy every moment!
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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7 Jun 24
I live in central Illinois, we have been making trips for years to St. Louis as it’s just a few hours away, so we are used to it. We had a wonderful time! Thank you for your kind words.
@GardenGerty (164550)
• United States
7 Jun 24
Wonderful change of pace for you. Enjoy!!
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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7 Jun 24
Thank you, they are so good to me, I know I am very fortunate.
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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7 Jun 24
We had such a nice time, I truly enjoyed it. Thank you.
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@FourWalls (76280)
• United States
7 Jun 24
Love JT. Can’t believe it’s been 43 years since I saw him live. I know you’ll have a great time.
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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7 Jun 24
It was so totally wonderful. We are on the way home now I may be taking a turn at driving soon, not sure. My son is tired so I offered.
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@MarieCoyle (45817)
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7 Jun 24
Judy, it was amazing. Just as good or better than it was when he started out. My sister and I both always enjoyed his music.
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