A Christmas CD You Must Rush Out and Buy As If Your Life Depended On It.

Posted 12/04/2007 07:46 AM by cmonks in You Ain't All That.

don't enslave me, fatty.The Irish Tenor Dr. Ronan Tynan has a new Christmas CD out. It's magical and awesome, and by far the best Christmas CD by an Irish Tenor/Doctor who's an advocate for white slavery that's come out in the last two and a half years.

I can't vouch that the Irish Tenor Dr. Ronan Tynan is an advocate for white slavery, of course, but in my nightmares he is and that's good enough for me. Why he'd want to make slaves of all us white people is beyond me. But he has a heart of gold, so I know he's pushing for it for all the right reasons.

So, please, do all you can and run out to Wal-Mart and buy the Irish Tenor's latest offering. It's full of cheerful yuletide spirit. And if you play it backwards there's a song about drowning kittens. Perhaps if he makes enough money from the thing he'll stop destroying baseball games and instead focus on destroying the lives of millions of white people everywhere. Fingers crossed!


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Comments.

Oh the joy I took from those that do not understand sarcasm/humor/etc.

Thanks, mk.

Posted by: Anonymous at 12/04/2007 09:36 AM

I'm pretty sure that there are less intimidating ways of ridding oneself of excess nose hair. Those little pincers look deadly.

Posted by: You can call me, 'Sir' at 12/04/2007 09:42 AM

How magical is this CD? Hopefully it will make enough money for an airline ticket back to Ireland AND HE CAN STAY THERE! If not, then a bus ticket to Branson MO. Move over Glen Campbell!

Posted by: bettybotsworth at 12/06/2007 10:43 PM

Now if you want a REAL Christmas CD, go get the newest Josh Groban "Noel". Don't waste your time or money on anything else. Mr. Groban is clear, clear, clear and fantastic!

Posted by: debdelaney at 12/08/2007 10:56 PM

Yes,Deb,you're right about Josh Groban. The last CD of the Irish Tenor, Dr. Ronan Tynan must really have been made on the cheap..(even Tynan is Irish cheap)...there is a cell phone ringing in the recording of "Via Delorosa". I'm not in the recording business, but I believe there'd be a way to delete it by a sound engineer. Maybe that would have meant "extra" money so he left it in. Ruins a beautiful song. But what makes anyone think that Branson, MO wants him to join other washouts like the Lennon sisters, Glen Campbell, the Smothers Bros., the Beach MEN, and Donnie & Marie. All has-beens, sure, but they have their standards.

Posted by: KatieO. at 12/10/2007 08:10 AM

I don't know much about Branson, MO but he might not fit in there if he is a cheap kind of guy. I would think that Branson performers would at least turn off cell phones. I think Ronan Tynan must have started out as one of the barking dogs in that dog version of "jingle bells" some years ago. I am all for Josh Groban this Christmas.

Posted by: debdelaney at 12/11/2007 09:12 AM

I didn't write that first comment, if that's what was meant by that. I have yet to hear Ronan's Christmas CD but you can be sure that when I do I'll be blogging on here about it. Thanks Cmonks for another blog about Ronan. You know how much fun I have 'entertaining' all of my fellow bloggers on here. So let the dueling begin!

Posted by: mk at 12/11/2007 11:40 PM

I just don't understand the degree of animosity towards this man. Is it the Yankees connection, do you have something against Irish-Catholics, chubby-bald men or what? As for the CD, I thought it was just fine, as far as Christmas CD's go. FYI: Dr. Tynan spent part of the Holiday season entertaining our troops overseas with the USO, a very generous gesture, I would say. Stop all the hating, please people!

Posted by: siobhan at 01/05/2008 02:11 AM

Hey, did anyone catch my man, Ronan, singing at the "Ice Bowl"? Great job, as always, and he is so hot. Does anyone know if he's single?

Posted by: Shannon at 01/09/2008 09:36 PM

Sorry gals, Dr. Tynan is married but has no children. His wife of 7 years owns her own company in New Zealand. Oh, the luck of the Irish!

Posted by: anonymous at 01/09/2008 11:22 PM

That lying S.O.B., he swore he was single! I feel so used and betrayed. Now I know that our special time together was nothing but a meaningless affair.

Posted by: Shannon at 01/10/2008 02:05 AM

Anonymous: Umm, I heard Dr. Tynan talking about his girlfriend during an interview a few months back. So if he is indeed married, he must have a very understanding wife - and girlfriend, for that matter. This might be some comfort for Shannon.

Posted by: Tara at 01/10/2008 01:02 PM

There is another blog on here dated 3/1/05 regarding Ronan Tynan. It is quite fascinating and disturbing in parts. I believe Ronan Tynan is married and only having fun when here in the states. It wouldn't be the first time a foreigner had done that...come for the money and go home and make fun of Americans. That's why I buy Josh Groban. He doesn't leave nasty trails wherever he goes.

Posted by: debdelaney at 01/10/2008 04:20 PM

Please, let's get to the bottom of this whole "Is Ronan Married?" mystery. The bloggers have a right to know, and I can not afford to lose any more sleep over this matter. Thank you for your help with this perplexing situation.

Posted by: njgirl at 01/10/2008 06:31 PM

Who the hell is Josh Groban?

Posted by: charlie brown at 01/10/2008 08:54 PM

Just "google" Josh Groban. He has a young, fresh and soothing voice...natural, no straining the vocal chords like a middle-aged late bloomer trying to make (a poor)last claim to fame. That's "who the hell Josh Groban IS."

Posted by: charlene green at 01/11/2008 09:44 AM

Ronan needs to contact Josh for a few pointers. Also refreshing is Paul Potts who has a first CD out called One Chance. Operatic and beautiful. Also Trans Siberian Orchestra. Their concerts are abour $40 (same as Dr. Tynan) and you get 3 hours of wonderful music, light shows and sound effects. Check them out!

Posted by: KatieO at 01/11/2008 10:10 AM

Geez, who are you people, record company P.R. types or what? Enough with the Josh Groban, etc. commercials. Let's get back to the important stuff - my hero, Dr. Ronan Tynan.

Posted by: anonymous at 01/11/2008 11:31 AM

Hey, someone asked who Josh Groban is and fellow bloggers need to know (opinions or not). Note to Josh Groban - if Ronan Tynan contacts you for pointers, don't waste your precious time. (Most likely Josh Groban does not deal with blogs. He is obviously WAAYYYY too busy...just listen to him once).

Posted by: charlene green at 01/11/2008 12:36 PM

I just have to know, how much is Josh Groban paying you, "Charlene"? More importantly, how do I get on the payroll? By the way,I am still waiting for the answer to my last post, please, I can not stand one more sleepless night!

Posted by: nj girl at 01/11/2008 02:34 PM

njgirl - rumors of marriage or girflriends, etc. are highly exaggerated when it comes to the tenor. According to reliable sources here and in Ireland, he is not married, nor will he ever be. He is a self-proclaimed bachelor. Can you blame him? The only one he ever "dates" is his sister because she is the only female accepting of him. She was with him when he sang at Reagan's funeral. You don't see any photos around of him with dates or girlfriends like other entertainers.

Posted by: KatieO. at 01/11/2008 02:50 PM

BTW, Dan Rather was on CBS news when Reagan died and his broadcast showed Ronan singing with his sister...sharing the song program, so that is legitimate.

Posted by: KatieO at 01/11/2008 03:01 PM

I second that motion, KatieO. It is what it is! Right? I have brothers and would do many things for them...BUT NOT POSE AS THEIR DATE - nor would they ask such a thing. How close are the Tynan's?

Posted by: charlene green at 01/11/2008 03:35 PM

Char -- Don't know how close the Tynan's are. But you know that in the U.S., when you bring along a brother or sister as a date, it is the kiss of death. My niece in high school in Massachusetts says someone did that for Prom and everyone was weirded out...

Posted by: KatieO at 01/11/2008 03:52 PM

Thank you for the info., Katie O. and Charlene. Now I can resume my normal life, whatever that means.

Posted by: njgirl at 01/11/2008 04:10 PM

I'd heard once he was to be married, but she didn't like the idea of a life-size Ronan cake for the reception. He is not an "article' with anyone.

Posted by: Irishtwinkle at 01/11/2008 05:26 PM

Wow, I thought it would have been the sister issue. Either way is creepy. And to nj girl: No, I am not on Josh Groban's payroll. He is doing fine - unlike Ronan Tynan and his sister act. There is an obvious need for some expertise AND it would take an entire team, not just one or two people. Otherwise, I would have two suggestions........

Posted by: charlene green at 01/11/2008 07:01 PM

Hey, who else would pay to see a Josh/Ronan throwdown? You know, they both belt out tunes until one drops or their crazed female fans rush the stage and crush them both to death. I see big possibilities...pay-per-view, etc. All the proceeds would go to charity, of course.

Posted by: ShamrocknRoll at 01/11/2008 07:52 PM

Shamrock: Any chance of the "throwdown" being held at Yankee Stadium? Or would that be too much of a home field advantage for good old Dr. T.? Either way, please keep me posted.

Posted by: njgirl at 01/11/2008 10:10 PM

Re: Groban/Tynan Deathmatch - I have contacted Ronan, and he is very excited about the idea. Mr.Groban, however, has not yet returned my phone call. Perhaps Barry Manilow is available. Updates to follow...

Posted by: Vince McMahon at 01/12/2008 01:06 AM

As I see it, a Manilow/Tynan contact sport might do them both a world of good...but you would have to provide (the viewers) those little bags like you get on the airlines. Oops, I must be excused now.

Posted by: LadyFabersham at 01/12/2008 03:08 AM

I hear that Ronan will not be participatig in any sporting events on U.S. soil, in any capacity, until he is officially a citizen of the United States. God Bless America!

Posted by: Shamrocknroll at 01/12/2008 01:23 PM

Ronan Tynan should feel extremely fortunate that this country does not require a singing talent for citizenship.

Posted by: charlene green at 01/12/2008 01:31 PM

Just a thought - Ronan could always marry a nice American girl(not mentioning any names) and never have to worry about the citizenship issue again.

Posted by: njgirl at 01/12/2008 03:10 PM

This just in from CNN...Dr. Ronan Tynan has announced his engagement to "Charlene Green". It is reported that the happy couple met while touring together with the U.S.O. (during the Falklands War) I know that you all join me in wishing them much happiness in the years ahead.

Posted by: Shamrockandroll at 01/12/2008 05:41 PM

Ok, there may be times we are short on material, but please....

Posted by: LarryKing at 01/12/2008 06:10 PM

For the love of God, why would anyone feel the need to drag Barry Manilow into this discussion. That man has never done anything but bring joy to others.

Posted by: Shannon at 01/12/2008 08:08 PM

Thank the Lord! I am already married. "CNN" and Shamrockandnroll will have to go elsewhere for funny stories. FYI The great Dr. Tynan is not marriage-able (if there is such a term, but you know what I mean). Married people would recognize this. I love Mike!!

Posted by: charlene green at 01/13/2008 12:17 PM

Sorry, Charlene, my mistake, it was Charlene Tilton, from "Dallas" who is now
bethrothed to the good doctor. My sincere apologoes to both you and your Mike. By the way, I have no idea if "non-marriage-able" is a term, but for the other "Charlene's" sake, I hope you're wrong about Dr. Tynan.

Posted by: Shamrocknroll at 01/13/2008 06:39 PM

No problem. I am always being confused with Charlene Tilton...we look just alike, too.

Posted by: charlene green at 01/13/2008 07:27 PM

The whole engagement thing is a joke, right? Someone please tell me it's only a joke.

Posted by: njgirl at 01/13/2008 08:02 PM

Sorry, njgirl, but it is true. The best man will be President - oops - I mean Mayor Guiliani. The maid of honor will be Josh Groban.

Posted by: Anonymous at 01/13/2008 11:53 PM

Please keep Ronan Tynan in America. Send Josh Groban to Ireland!! I know, it is not a fair trade, but we Irish love Josh. Just so you know, when Ronan visits Ireland, he tells everyone he has an American girlfriend. Evidently, not so, as in America, he tells people his girlfriend is Irish. No way. Also, the women here would slap his jigs if he referred to them as cows, Guernsey, or heifers. And he knows it.

Posted by: Irishtwinkle at 01/14/2008 07:46 AM

Is Josh Groban the guy from American Idol, the one who was in the Marines or some branch of the military?

Posted by: Charlie Brown at 01/14/2008 11:07 AM

That was Josh Gracin, Charlie, but I do understand your confusion. After a while, all the Joshes start to sound alike.

Posted by: Anonymous at 01/14/2008 11:20 AM

Maybe all Joshes sound alike in name, but there is no singing voice that can come close to matching Josh Groban! Take the album of his "Awake", it will not put you to sleep like Ronan Tynan. Sorry if the truth is painful but that's just the way it is.

Posted by: charlene green at 01/14/2008 12:48 PM

Hey Charlene, you wouldn't be a fan of Josh Groban by any chance? :)

Posted by: Charlie Brown at 01/14/2008 02:10 PM

All kidding aside, I thought Josh Groban wa married to Diane Lane. You know, he's Barbra Streisand's stepson, right? Barbra is married to his father, James Groban.

Posted by: njgirl at 01/14/2008 06:05 PM

NJGirl, you are a little confused - If I'm not mistaken, James Brolin is the husband of Barbra S. and his son is Josh Brolin. I honestly don't know why I know that!

Posted by: Anonymous at 01/15/2008 12:42 AM

I'm at a total loss here...

Posted by: Charlie Brown at 01/15/2008 11:19 AM

Josh Brolin is indeed married to Diane Lane. He slaps her around, according to all the true-trash magazines.

Posted by: KatieO at 01/15/2008 02:20 PM

KatieO: If the reports about J. Brolin are true, then maybe he is the Josh I should book as Ronan's opponent in the much anticipated Deathmatch at Yankee Stadium. Not sure of his singing ability, but we can work around that. Groban's reps never returned my calls anyway.

Posted by: Vince McMahon at 01/15/2008 03:39 PM

Is it that obvious that I am a Josh Groban fan? I seriously hope he does not get anymore confused with Josh Brolin if the latter is an abuser. Once in awhile, those trash magazines can be right.

Posted by: charlene green at 01/15/2008 03:56 PM

Note to njgirl: FYI - Marrying an American does not automatically make one a U.S. citizen. That's a common misconception; so don't get any bright ideas Dr. Tynan!!

Posted by: Charlie Brown at 01/15/2008 06:47 PM

Charlie B. -- actually no one cares if he is married to American, English or Irish. Or if he is engaged, or if he stays single till he drops over. Just like the norm in American society. No one cares who gets married. The last time anyone cared, it was when Diana married that English cod-fish Charles. Spectacular, but sad, too.

Posted by: Anonymous at 01/16/2008 10:28 AM

Speak for yourself, Anonymous, some of us care very much. What in the world does "american society" have to do with any of this? The Charles and Diana connection is really a stretch, too.

Posted by: njgirl at 01/16/2008 02:43 PM

njgirl -- Have you ever heard of Black Irish? Better be careful out there!

Posted by: KatieO at 01/16/2008 03:25 PM

Black Irish can have many meanings..some quite derogatory; but the most accepted meaning refers to Irish people with dark hair and dark eyes. So, warning njgirl or anyone else to "be careful" in regard to "Black Irish" is ridiculous. Unless of course you are alluding to some of the more negative, and quite frnakly, bigoted meanings associated with the term.

Posted by: Charlie Brown at 01/16/2008 04:47 PM

CharlieB - I'm just saying that if a certain tenor wanted to marry my grandmother, my mother or my sister, (he's too old for my daughter) I'd swell up like a horned toad and bleed at the eyes. I'd have a caniption fit. No insult intended to the "real" Irish.

Posted by: KatieO at 01/16/2008 05:29 PM

"Real" Irish? Are you insinuating that "a certain tenor" is not really Irish, please elaborate, KatieO.

Posted by: Shamrocknroll at 01/17/2008 12:15 PM

That's ok. I've incurred enough wrath.

Posted by: KatieO at 01/17/2008 01:42 PM

I hear ya, KatieO, you probably don't want to incur the wrath of Irish-Americans. There are about 40 million at this point, the whole web site would crash.

Posted by: Shamrocknroll at 01/17/2008 06:23 PM

Can we please get back to the subject here? The CD that was supposedly so great?? (I didn buy it though.) I have not heard whether Ronan Tynan will ever be booked in Branson, MO. Does anyone know? He certainly performs at much smaller gatherings, so it probably would not be out of the question. They probably pay as well as what he is accustomed to getting and most likely he could book two or three different places there over a few months time. I think he could do well. People may laugh at that, but it is an option he might want to consider. It couldn't hurt. Branson has a wide spectrum of talent. If there are 40 million Irish in the US, then Branson has to have some Irish residents.

Posted by: bettybotsworth at 01/17/2008 07:45 PM

Actually, R.T.'s Christmas CD is very good, in my opinion. Maybe you can pick it up on sale, now that the Holidays are over. As for Branson...I thi nk you have to be a Mormon to get booked there.

Posted by: Charlie Brown at 01/17/2008 09:12 PM

If the discussion is regarding great Christmas CD's then I'll throw in my votes for Il Divo and Michael Buble. I couldn't find the one by the Irish tenor, Dr. Tinan in my local music/bookstore. They offered to order for me, but it would not have arrived before Christmas.

Posted by: chicago molly at 01/18/2008 04:34 PM

For next year, I highly recommend Harry Connick, Jr.'s "Harry for the Holidays". It's not new, probably came out about five years ago. Nice mix of songs and he is such a QT Pie.

Posted by: Shannon at 01/18/2008 06:42 PM

All this talk about Christmas CD's is just fine, but I would like to discuss another Holiday, if I may. Since Valentine's Day is fast approaching, I would like to ask the incredible Dr. Tynan to be my Valentine. I just think he is great, and I'm not ashamed to admit it publicly. XOXO

Posted by: njgirl at 01/18/2008 08:27 PM

Anyone know where I can score some meth?

Posted by: Ro Ro Tynan, Esquire at 01/18/2008 09:46 PM

Ro Ro: Have you tried Branson, MO. - apparently they offer all kinds of entertainment there. It's worth a shot, right?

Posted by: Charlie Brown at 01/18/2008 11:40 PM

Branson? All right, sounds like a road trip to me. Wonder if my man Ronan is free to join me, or maybe even the great Josh G. - be still my heart. Either way, Branson will never be the same.

Posted by: Shamrocknroll at 01/19/2008 01:43 PM

Well, it's in the air that Dr. Tynan is going to be on a cruise soon. It is also in the air that several bloggers on here will be cruising with him. For all of you who may be on that cruise (and for Dr. Tynan, too) the code word will be "Lassie." If you hear that word, you will know it is another blogger. See you there, folks!

Posted by: Anonymous2 at 01/20/2008 01:38 PM

Unfortunately, I am not one of the lucky folks who will be cruisin' with Dr. T.; but for anyone who is going, have a great time and send my love.

Posted by: njgirl at 01/20/2008 03:43 PM

Seriously, you have to check out the line up for this cruise. Looks like about half of the 40 million will be on board. Oh, how the booze and the b.s. will be flowing. God help the Caribbean!

Posted by: Shamrocknroll at 01/21/2008 12:10 PM

Well, PLEASE tell us how we can check out the line up for this cruise! Do you have an inside "view" of some sort. Obviously, you are going...

Posted by: Anonymous2 at 01/21/2008 05:06 PM

Well, if you REALLY want to know, you can go to www.cruiseofirishstars.com No, I don't have an inside view, just an innocent bystander, and I will not be on the cruise, sorry.

Posted by: Shamrocknroll at 01/21/2008 07:55 PM

Yes, Shamrocknroll, the booze and the b.s. will probably be flowing freely on that cruise..the Irish ARE boozers and tell tall tales with and without libation! Yes, I know from personal experiences...

Posted by: bettybotsworth at 01/22/2008 10:32 AM

I don't think the Irish are the only ethnic group who can count "booze and BS" among their vices. Other ethnicities have a glass or two of wine with practically every meal, yet they are not known for "boozing". As far as "BS" goes, please, everyone is guilty of that at some point. I just think it's a good idea to judge others individually, rather than deal in stereotypes. Free your mind.

Posted by: njgirl at 01/22/2008 11:05 AM

Oh, I didn't say the Irish are the only ones. But, I stand by my original comment that they like their booze and their big talk. Are we now covering all ethnicities on here? The above comments were toward Irish cruisers and Shamrocknroll's comment was first (in regard to an IRISH cruise, booze and b.s.). Is there any other ethnicity on that cruise or is it just for Irish? Should we judge cruises individually? I would say that a boat load of drunk Irish folks is pretty individually judged before it even leaves the dock. Now my mind is free.

Posted by: bettybotsworth at 01/22/2008 01:19 PM

Oooh, can anybody say "catfight"?!? I meant the "booze and bs" comment as a compliment, by the way.

Posted by: Shamrocknroll at 01/22/2008 04:18 PM

Hey Shamrock, don't get your hopes up for a "catfight". I have a strong suspicion that one of the "ladies" in question may in fact be of the male persuasion.

Posted by: Charlie Brown at 01/23/2008 12:52 AM

Just for the record, I'm definitely female, Irish, sober and very proud of all these things. But I'm sorry, Shamrocknroll, no catfighting here; I'm all about peace, love and harmony.

Posted by: njgirl at 01/23/2008 11:25 AM

NJgirl: I thought Jersey Girls were always ready for a fight, I'm so disappointed.

Posted by: Shamrocknroll at 01/28/2008 12:10 AM

...I'm in love with a Jersey Girl...

Posted by: B. Springsteen at 01/29/2008 01:33 PM

Oh, please God, let it be me! Bruuuuce

Posted by: njgirl at 01/30/2008 04:27 PM

Hey Bruce...njgirl is most likely a dude. Too much emphasis on being female.

Posted by: Anonymous2 at 01/31/2008 10:57 AM

wrong, not a dude!

Posted by: njgirl at 01/31/2008 01:17 PM

See what I mean, Bruce? I rest my case.

Posted by: Anonymous2 at 01/31/2008 03:03 PM

WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG...did I mention that you are...WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG WRONG

Posted by: njgirl at 01/31/2008 04:00 PM

Maybe 16 WRONGs make a right!! Something is definitely awry here with the extreme female emphasis. Anonymous2 could be right on it!

Posted by: charlene green at 02/01/2008 02:24 PM

okay, if you insist, I'm a guy...are you happy now?

Posted by: njgirl at 02/01/2008 03:42 PM

...by the way, what's the latest on your man, Josh Groban? Is he still in the music business?

Posted by: njgirl at 02/01/2008 03:52 PM

Ronan Tynan, you can only wish you were HALF as successful as I am. Please stop calling my people. They are not going to put you through to me. And no, I don't go boating with anybody. I am too busy sitting at night at a huge marble table counting stacks and stacks of those U.S. greenbacks...lovin' every minute of it. Suggestion-call Simon on American Idol or try the show where Paul Potts won. I am just too busy to help you get started...sorry.

Posted by: JoshGroban at 02/01/2008 06:06 PM

Seriously, who is Paul Potts,and who doesn't go boating? Honestly, that whole post confused me to no end.

Posted by: Anonymous at 02/01/2008 06:32 PM

Who is Paul Potts, you asked? Just go to 'YouTube' and type in Paul Potts. You will hear (and see) the most clear, natural and sincere tenor of all time! He won the British version of American Idol. He is super fantastic...already has been on tour. Now, aren't you glad you asked? I have already purchased his CDs...wonderful!! p.s. He doesn't have to wear a silly imitation fur to impress or attract. He is 100% PURE TALENT!!

Posted by: bigtimepaulpottsfan at 02/01/2008 10:53 PM

So, njgirl-dude, you want to know how Josh Groban is doing? Just google him and you will find out. He only moves forward...career-wise, he is getting bigger and better all of the time!! I have his CD playing as I type this blog!! Have you purchased any of his CDs lately? There are several to choose from. Maybe you better get to shopping!!

Posted by: charlene green at 02/01/2008 11:22 PM

Hey, Charlene Green(are you really a woman?), you wouldn't be a Paul Potts fan in addition to being a Josh Groban groupie? I have a feeling you are. My CD collection is not in need of any new titles, but thanks anyway.

Posted by: njgirl at 02/01/2008 11:47 PM

Yes, njgirl-dude, I am a woman. And, I am married to Mike whom I have mentioned before. Don't get any ideas, OK?You really should listen to Paul Potts...you would thank me later. Well, maybe that's a little too much to expect. But, just don't limit yourself...that's how I found Josh Groban and Paul Potts. I was looking for something refreshing and they've got it!!

Posted by: charlene green at 02/02/2008 10:35 AM

Hey, Charlene, your mind is just too full of this Josh(and now Paul) obsession. I think you need a vacation, how about a nice cruise. The world's most gifted tenor(Ronan Tynan, of course) is currently featured on the Cruise of Irish Stars. Maybe you should look into booking yourself and your Mike on the next voyage. A little fun might do you a world of good, and open up your mind to new musical possibilities.

Posted by: njgirliegirl at 02/02/2008 01:01 PM

Well, now you're talking. Mike and I could use a getaway deal. We have 4 kids and 4 dogs...and careers. The dogs could probably watch the kids while we are gone. ha Where can I find out about this cruise? I never said I actually hated the Irish Tenor, Dr. Tynan. Would we get to meet him? I am serious about that now. Are you part of the booking dept for this? Point the way while I push on Mike...

Posted by: charlene green at 02/02/2008 02:26 PM

Sorry Charlene (and Mike), it seems that you have literally "missed the boat" for this year's Irish Cruise, maybe next time. No, I'm not affiliated with the whole cruise thing in any way, but they should be grateful for all the free advertising! LOL

Posted by: njgirliegirl at 02/02/2008 08:13 PM

Rats! I just got finished giving the dogs their instructions for the kids. Mike just went out and bought deck clothes - guess he can sit out on the patio later on...DOUBLE RATS!

Posted by: charlene green at 02/02/2008 09:23 PM

Charlene: I'm so sorry to hear that you missed out on the lovely sounding Irish Cruise. Since you have been such a vocal and loyal supporter of mine, I would like to invite you and Mike to come cruising aboard my private yacht. I wouldn't want your hubby's new clothes to go to waste.

Posted by: Josh Groban at 02/02/2008 11:16 PM

My Hero! Will you sing to me?

Posted by: charlene green at 02/03/2008 12:31 AM

...only if you can assure me that Mike won't beat me unconscious.

Posted by: Josh G. at 02/03/2008 02:21 PM

GO GIANTS!! GO GIANTS!!! GO GIANTS!!!

Posted by: BornGiantsFan at 02/03/2008 05:40 PM

Just to let everyone know...the Super Bowl Champs play their home games in the beautiful state of New Jersey!!

Posted by: njgirl at 02/03/2008 10:28 PM

Josh, my man, I can assure you that Mike will not harm you. Where do we board your private yacht? Had a bad weekend after all...now have 3 kids and 5 dogs. I win.

Posted by: charlene green at 02/04/2008 11:37 AM

Bad weekend, Charlene? You wouldn't be a Patriots fan by any chance?

Posted by: njgirl at 02/04/2008 01:49 PM

New Jersey is the armpit of the nation and everyone knows it. Springsteen just happened to have escaped the grit, grime and crime. I'd rather be sentenced to prison than to know I'd have to live in n.j. ....and I know a lot about ugly.

Posted by: Ugly_Betty_O'Brien at 02/04/2008 02:11 PM

Note to Mom (Charlene)- When can I come back home? I promise that I will not put Crisco oil in the bathtub anymore. I mean it this time, Mom!

Posted by: Kelly_Green at 02/04/2008 02:36 PM

I moved from Paterson, NJ due to the fact that Jersey was called the "butt crack" of the nation. I would rather it have been "armpit". The Super Bowl Champs should consider a better locale next time they need to build a stadium. Or, sneak out of town like the Colts did. That worked out well...

Posted by: Kathryn Ritchie at 02/04/2008 06:08 PM

I am a true blue Giants fan...would love to be Eli's "mama." Disregard anything on this blog that could be my kids. My bunch is stupid sometimes but Crisco oil? Too expensive!!

Posted by: charlene green at 02/04/2008 07:41 PM

Is Jimmy Hoffa really buried in the concrete at Giants stadium? In the event that the Giants ever move, please don't bring Hoffa. I also think IF the Giants move, please come to Boise, ID. We need the revenue.

Posted by: InquiringMind at 02/04/2008 10:26 PM

Re: Hoffa buried in the end zone - that Urban Legend was debunked a few years back. They actually used some kind of equipment that could supposedly tell if there were any large "objects" under the ground. Nothing there, but it still makes a good story. As for all you Jersey haters, so leave already, this state is crowded enough. Try Montana or something.

Posted by: njgirl at 02/04/2008 10:35 PM

So, njgirl. Aren't you going to change it to "njguy" ? You said you were a guy a few posts up. New Jersey is just an UGLY dumping ground for any and all trash New York City doesn't want. Now, to return to the subject of CD's, Springsteen's "Live in Dublin" is fantastic. Patty Scialfa is on it, too. Dubliners seemed to love this couple, as judged by the screaming fans on the CD. Plus, Bruce didn't slam the Dubliners for where they live or how they speak...something another performer needs to consider as a lesson. Don't slam the people of Tennessee for their accent when you are on stage mentioning Vince Gill.

Posted by: Ugly_Betty_O'Brien at 02/05/2008 10:55 AM

Ugly_Betty ~ (you might want to consider a different posting name...ha) Careful what you say about NJ. James Gandolfini (Tony Soprano, ya know) was born in NJ. Unfortunately, for me and other Irish women who do love the Italian men, he became engaged in the Caribbean recently. A stunning Chinese-American lady named Deborah Lin. Woe is me.

Posted by: KatieO at 02/05/2008 11:41 AM

Betty, I was being sarcastic about being a guy, in response to some other bloggers insistence that I can not possibly be female. Who made fun of Tennesse people anyway? You lost me there.

Posted by: nj(still a)girl at 02/05/2008 01:04 PM

NJGirl -- The performer making fun of Tenn. people and Nashville, etc., was Ronan T. He laughed and laughed after talking about a producer Brown Bannister (sp?) who had something to do with a CD recording last year or so....then he said he was great friends with Vince Gill. I doubt that one!! A bunch of hooey...no, make that BLARNEY!

Posted by: Ugly_Betty_O'Brien at 02/05/2008 03:33 PM

Funny you should mention the good doctor making fun of accents...I was shocked to hear Dr. Tynan on an Irish radio broadcast not long ago, imitating a New York accent (badly) while describing New Yorkers as "only caring about money". Yet Dr. Tynan goes on and on about how much he loves his "second home", NYC. I wish people could see the other side of this man. Just because he has overcome adversity in life, does not mean he is a caring or genuine person.

Posted by: Anonymous at 02/05/2008 05:40 PM

Now that's an interesting tidbit about Ronan Tynan. I can tell you without hesitation that Josh Groban would never do something so stupid. Some people apparently just don't think. RT, if you read these blogs, "don't look a gift horse in the mouth." Have you ever heard that before?

Posted by: charlene green at 02/05/2008 05:42 PM

Hey Charlene - There are bloggers on another C Monks blog (about Ronan Tynan) who say he is on that blog as many aliases. I really don't give a rats *** if he is on this one, too, or not. He probably is, it would stand to reason. But he needs to know people ARE NOT as stupid as he thinks. How crazy is he? Check that other blog when you get a chance.

Posted by: bettybotsworth at 02/05/2008 10:48 PM

Okay, I happen to have heard that interview on Irish radio. To be fair, R.T. was not criticizing all NY'ers; he was talking about some record company execs who were giving him a hard time. Apparently, R.T. wanted to give some of the profits from his CD to charity. He said something about the execs wanting all the money for themselves. Yeah he did attempt to imitate a NY accent, not a good job with that.

Posted by: Shannon at 02/05/2008 10:48 PM

I don't know for sure if Dr. Tynan is on that other blog, but one thing is certain - there are definitely some sick tickets over there! (It is really funny, though.)

Posted by: Charlie Brown at 02/05/2008 11:04 PM

Well, well. After my own research, I have concluded (regardless of who disagrees) that Ronan Tynan is on this blog, too. I most likely have already had a couple or three blog exchanges with him. Doesn't matter to me, I don't spend my money on anything that is connected to him...it was a joke about that stupid cruise. And furthermore, why do Irish cruises leave from our ports? Don't they have cruise ships and an ocean near Ireland? Aren't there places to cruise in their part of the world? They want to be Irish, but hang out in Florida and the Caribbean. Maybe RT is what we call "spent" in his own country. It really wouldn't take long to get your fill of that stuff he dishes out (when he makes fun of people who spend their money on his behalf). There is a lot of truth between all the lines on these blogs.

Posted by: charlene green at 02/06/2008 10:03 AM

And, thanks betty!!

Posted by: charlene green at 02/06/2008 10:04 AM

Charlene - I like your style. One other tidbit, since I like Vince Gill,is that Vince and Ronan Tynan appeared at my nephew's university...Notre Dame. I think a couple of years ago. Later, Ronan laughed at a concert about Notre Dame being in "no-wheresville" because evidently the town of South Bend has no late evening haunts. ALso, he laughed that Indiana was a God-forsaken place. So, those of us who are proud of being Irish are not so proud of his loose-cannon type remarks when he visits different states.

Posted by: KatieO at 02/06/2008 10:22 AM

For Charlie B. -- yes there are some sick tickets on the other blog.

Posted by: Ugly_Betty_O'Brien at 02/06/2008 10:29 AM

All I know is that I wouldn't allow a doctor who sings for a living to touch me if I were sick...no telling where his hands have been.

Posted by: chicago_molly at 02/06/2008 12:34 PM

Charlene: Please tell me you are only joking when you ask why "Irish" cruises leave our ports. Surely you undersatnd that in this case "Irish" refers to the theme of the cruise or the type of entertainment one might expect to find on board. As far as Dr. Tynan goes, he is hardly the "spent" performer you describe. He is a much sought after performer and motivational speaker both here and back in Ireland. I am sure you are well aware of this, but you seem to have some personal vendetta against this man. So why don't you just come clean and let us all know what Dr. Tynan has done to personally offend you.

Posted by: Shannon at 02/06/2008 12:53 PM

Molly - It appears that at least part of the time, RT's hands are on the keyboard (blogging). And, if I were him, I would deny it, too. How embarrassing could that be to have people know you are just NOT that busy with your career? All of it speaks for itself, you know what I mean?
And KatieO, too bad about his insults. Some people get their jabs like that and pretend they are just being the funny guy. When hearing things like that and we feel like "that's not funny," then it usually is a cruel jab. I have a brother-in-law who does that and then says "can't anyone take a joke?" Those types are everywhere, I guess. It's ignorance of a sort. Whoa, I better get back to work....

Posted by: charlene green at 02/06/2008 01:01 PM

Shannon - And you are who? It's ok to be an RT defender...he needs you!

Posted by: charlene green at 02/06/2008 01:28 PM

Charlene: I am exactly the same as you - a person expressing her opinions in an open forum. Thank you sooo much for your "permission" to defend Dr. Tynan.

Posted by: Shannon at 02/06/2008 01:42 PM

Shannon- if you believe the part of the interview that he was wanting to give money to charity, you are very naive, honey. His favorite charity is the old "Me, Myself and I" fund. And to Charlene -- careful there...if he knows Dubyah and Rudy, you could disappear tomorrow. LOL

Posted by: chicago_molly at 02/06/2008 03:33 PM

Oh, Molly, I'm SO scared...and I live right in the middle of Manhattan!

Posted by: charlene green at 02/06/2008 05:45 PM

Hey, everyone, I know we have had some disagreements in the past, but can I please stay on this blog exclusively. The other R.T. related one is getting too mean and scary for me. I would appreciate it, thank you.

Posted by: njgirl at 02/06/2008 07:38 PM

Don't see many guys on here...what gives? My wife likes the music of Dr. Tynan, among other Irish performers. I'm an older "rocker" so I stick with Bono.

Posted by: seanthomas_lafferty at 02/07/2008 09:18 AM

I'm here to tell you all that if you ever consider spending money on a cruise, DON'T take that Irish Stars cruise. Boring, boring, and more boring!!! It was very poorly planned. It looked like some sort of county fair set-up with a little Irish theme here and there. It's a good thing that some Irish (years and years ago) did write some Irish folk music or this bunch (of stars?) would have just sat around with the rest of us. Just don't do it, I tell you. Spend a little more and take a REAL cruise!

Posted by: A.N. Onymous at 02/07/2008 12:07 PM

Almost forgot to check the blog. Looks like someone forgot to say "Lassie" on that cruise? Maybe you'd have gotten a better deal somehow...some little chocolates or something maybe? My sympathy.

Posted by: charlene green at 02/07/2008 01:20 PM

A.N.Onymous -- you simply must tell us more. Sorry it was boring. If a lot of "cows" or "heifers" attended, the password could have been changed from "Lassie" to "Moo" without your knowledge. LOL

Posted by: Irishtwinkle2 at 02/07/2008 02:12 PM

I am so glad my wife didn't talk me into that one!! I hate spending money on something there's no control over...like weather, cruise planners, etc. I think the alcoholics are the only ones who fare really well on such trips. Just my opinion.

Posted by: seanthomas_lafferty at 02/07/2008 02:57 PM

Wow - So that cruise was "dead in the water?" I figured as much. We tried to book on the first one and it was a fiasco, so we dropped the notion. All arrows were pointing to "don't go!" It might be a good idea to do a "breathalizer" before letting some people do customer service type work. Need I say more?

Posted by: Sally_O'Malley at 02/07/2008 03:31 PM

My sweetie and I are currently looking into an Alaskan cruise, supposed to be absolutely beautiful scenery. Has anyone ever been to Alaska?

Posted by: Shannon at 02/07/2008 05:43 PM

So, did the Irish Cruise at least have good food aboard? There had to be something positive about it, no?

Posted by: njgirl at 02/07/2008 10:37 PM

Hopefully, they had Shrove Tuesday pancakes. My wife makes the best ones. She's an American, but, according to my mother, she can cook like Ireland's own.

Posted by: seanthomas_lafferty at 02/08/2008 11:01 AM

I do not understand the reference to "moo", "heifers" or "cows." Did I miss something? I did review some of the previous posts and now I am wondering??

Posted by: A.N. Onymous at 02/08/2008 11:16 AM

A.N. Onymous--the other blog of Utter Wonder by CMonks has some bloggers who evidently heard women referred to in such detrimental ways by the Irish tenor, Ronan Tynan.

Posted by: Irishtwinkle2 at 02/08/2008 11:40 AM

Certainly sounds disrespectful to me. Perhaps Dr. Tynan is a farm boy and knows no better. He should take heed if or when in Canada. We still throw rotten fruit and possibly an egg or two. Thanks for the info.

Posted by: A.N. Onymous at 02/08/2008 01:03 PM

A.N.O. -- no need to rush out for eggs or fruit..haha. He only makes those ugly remarks backstage...after he's collected the till, no doubt. I wonder if the Irish tenor ever realizes that the ages/size/appearance of the women in the crowd is of his own doing. He would be the "herder". He attracts that segment of older concert-goers. Just a thought...

Posted by: Irishtwinkle2 at 02/08/2008 01:55 PM

I must be in the minority - I'm not "older" and I'm far from being a "cow" or "heifer"' but I really do enjoy Ronan Tynan's singing. Maybe it's because I'm a NY'er and I will always associate his voice with the Yankees and all the memorials that followed 9/11. I think in a small way he helped the city heal after that horrible day. Of course,I have no idea if he is a good person or a horrible person, I'm just commenting on his voice.

Posted by: Shannon at 02/08/2008 09:25 PM

I just finished watching the Grammy awards. I saw some of my favorites...Josh Groban, Andrea Bocelli and Vince Gill, who got an award for his latest album. It was a great show!

Posted by: charlene green at 02/10/2008 11:38 PM

Speaking of the Grammys - Mr. Springsteen brought a few home to Jersey - he still rocks, Bruuuuce!

Posted by: njgirl at 02/11/2008 12:52 PM

Shannon, dear. It is not that you would ever consider yourself a cow or heifer or "old". Those terms were stated by Dr. Tynan backstage regarding his audiences. According to another blogger called "marcopolo" who seemed to know a great deal about the tenor.

Posted by: Ugly_Betty_O'Brien at 02/11/2008 01:52 PM

Betty: I understand what you're saying; I'm just having a hard time reconciling Dr. Tynan's public persona with some of the anecdotes about his "behind the scenes" behavior. Maybe I am a bit naive, but it's disappointing nonetheless.

Posted by: Shannon at 02/11/2008 04:20 PM

Well, there is "always a reckoning". What goes around, comes around. One day, all the funds may just dry up for such "entertainment". Especially if the economy stays in a recession.

Posted by: seanthomas_lafferty at 02/12/2008 01:35 PM

ZZZZZZ...My God, what has happened to this once interesting blog?

Posted by: Charlie B. at 02/15/2008 11:30 AM

Well, well. I think this blog is quite interesting...I mean "cows" and the Grammy awards? There is no point discussing the Christmas CD of Ronan Tynan anymore, it's almost spring. He isn't doing a whole lot to be interesting. So, how about Vince Gill's new CD? Is he smooth or what...and his singing is great. ha (But I still love Josh Groban.)

Posted by: charlene green at 02/15/2008 12:10 PM

Yes, Spring is right around the corner, and with it comes baseball season. So hopefully we can all look forward to hearing Dr. Tynan's wonderfully inspirational version of God Bless America on Opening Day at Yankee Stadium. Wish I could be there, it should be great.

Posted by: Shannon at 02/15/2008 01:54 PM

Hey, I've been to several Yankees games (and will go to more. As much as I love the song, "God Bless America", I could literally go to sleep listining to Ronan Tynan sing that. ZZZZZZZ. I try to plan my time to go to the concessions while that is going on...and I am NOT alone on that plan. But, whatever gets the dude a ring, eh?

Posted by: russell_biggs at 02/16/2008 11:43 PM

Russell: I'm surprised at you, it is considered very disrespectful to move around or even talk while "God Bless America" or songs of that nature are being performed. You need to get your beer and nachos between a different inning buddy.

Posted by: Anonymous at 02/17/2008 12:03 AM

Hey "anonymous" above (and I have no anonymous buddies), you are assuming way too much. I don't get up during the "stretch". I leave before that. Like I said, I plan that and so do hundreds of people. I am grown and AMERICAN...I know what to do (and not afraid to use my real name). I don't drink beer and am not fond of stadium nachos but I can still enjoy an American tradition without beer and listening to an Irishman singing for a ring. I really dislike the phrase "you need to" (and I already have a dad).

Posted by: russell_biggs at 02/17/2008 10:52 AM

Russell: You're right, it's perfectly acceptable to go to the concession stand (or the restroom, etc.) before the singing of G.B.A, the National Anthem, etc,. If I'm not mistaken it's just while the song is being performed when we're all supposed to stand still, quietly. I do have to respectfully disagree with you about Dr. Tynan's version of G.B.A., I think it is so sincere and inspirational. We're all certainly entitled to our opinions, and if you're a Yankees fan, you must be okay. :)

Posted by: Shannon at 02/17/2008 06:08 PM

I'm a Yankees fan, too, but have never assumed Ronan Tynan was a New Yorker...according to public records, he is a Floridian...complete with FLA drivers' license. Yet, he is probably in no rush to be an American citizen...his bread is already buttered.

Posted by: seanthomas_lafferty at 02/20/2008 09:34 AM

If it weren't for C.Monks, where would we be? Thanks, and thanks to Sean.

Posted by: Ugly_Betty_O'Brien at 02/20/2008 11:31 AM

So, R.T lives in Florida, huh? I wonder if he ever sings at the Yankees Spring Training games, just wondering. More importantly, isn't C. Monks vacationing in the Sunshine State as we speak? Imagine if he bumped into R.T. down there.

Posted by: Shannon at 02/20/2008 08:48 PM

Well, my take on it is "WHO CARES" and so what if CMonks and RT are acquainted or visit each other. And Shannon, up above on a previous post, you abbreviated "God" with a G in reference to the wonderful song. How disrespectful is that? It's like using an "X" instead of "Christ"mas. Would you want God to abbreviate you?

Posted by: charlene green at 02/21/2008 10:11 AM

Charlene: Well, obviously you care enough to respond to the post...and don't even think about getting "holier than thou" with me. Who are you to judge me as being disrespectful to God based on the abbreviation of a word? People like you make me sick.

Posted by: Shannon at 02/21/2008 10:56 AM

I am glad I make you sick AND I won't apologize for standing up for God. And so you're angry...ok. The truth is painful sometimes. God is not just a word...

Posted by: charlene green at 02/21/2008 11:03 AM

C. Monks better cut the Florida visit short...it is not for younger folks...it is known as "God's Waiting Room". :)

Posted by: Ugly_Betty_O'Brien at 02/21/2008 01:14 PM

I do not need the likes of you to tell me about God or anything else. One of the main teachings of my particular religion is "Judge not, lest ye shall be judged" You might want to make that a part of your philosophy. As for you "defending" God to me - there is no need because I was not attacking God. I resent that implication tremendously, as I am a devout Catholic with a great deal of respect for and appreciation of God (or "G" as I sometimes call Him.")

Posted by: Shannon at 02/21/2008 04:28 PM

Hey Charlene - You rule! That Shannon is a piece of work, eh? Maybe this will make her/him sicker. I, for one, wouldn't abbreviate God in way, shape or form either. That is why I can't handle that Ronan Tynan dude singing the song at the games (and I am not alone on that one). He wants to be an American citizen about as much as I want to be an Irishman. Charlene, I love your posts!!

Posted by: russell_biggs at 02/21/2008 05:43 PM

Charlene/Russell: Please, as if it is not completely obvious that you two are the same person...nice try though.

Posted by: Shannon at 02/21/2008 10:53 PM

Ok, Shannon/Ronan. Just because you disagree with the people above does not make them the same person. That is ridiculous as I am acquainted with one of them. The other is completely unknown to me. Why do you grasp at people being the same person...are you the same as someone else on here? Do you play it up that way? Most likely you do. I think you are Ronan Tynan on here as well as other aliases here and on the other blog. Now you can do all your blah, blah, blah and dispute that...but "nice try though" - Charlie Brown. Couldn't you come up with something a little more original than Charlie Brown, Ronan?

Posted by: bettybotsworth at 02/22/2008 08:08 PM

Okay, Betty/Charlene/Russell: I'm not sure about the Ronan/Shannon thing, but I am definitely neither one of them. Nice try though!

Posted by: Charlie Brown at 02/23/2008 11:06 AM

Ok. You got me, people. I like doing this but sometimes it doesn't work. You guys are quick and smart to catch it. Let's play some more...

Posted by: ShannonCharlieEtc at 02/23/2008 02:24 PM

Does it really matter what names people use on here (real, fake or otherwise)? Isn't this all supposed to be an entertaining distraction, anyway?

Posted by: Anonymous at 02/23/2008 05:59 PM

RUN, DON'T WALK!!...whenever you encouter this man. Be afraid, be very, very afraid!

Posted by: Cheryl O. at 03/08/2008 08:50 PM

Oh no, another scorned woman is heard from!

Posted by: Anonymous at 03/09/2008 12:17 AM

Um, just one question. Who did Ronan Tynan scorn?

Posted by: Pretty_Betty at 03/12/2008 10:30 PM

My best guess is "Cheryl O.","Betty B., Charlene G.", etc. are among the scorned and bitter.

Posted by: Anonymous at 03/16/2008 12:08 AM

Hey! Where is everybody? Is this blog folding up?

Posted by: Pretty_Betty at 04/15/2008 06:40 PM

Hey! Where is everybody? Is this blog folding up?

Posted by: Pretty_Betty at 04/15/2008 06:41 PM

Hey! Where is everybody? Is this blog folding up?

Posted by: Pretty_Betty at 04/15/2008 06:41 PM

Hey! Where is everybody? Is this blog folding up?

Posted by: Pretty_Betty at 04/15/2008 06:41 PM

Hey! Where is everybody? Is this blog folding up?

Posted by: Pretty_Betty at 04/15/2008 06:43 PM

Hey! Where is everybody? Is this blog folding up?

Posted by: Pretty_Betty at 04/15/2008 06:43 PM

Hey! Where is everybody? Is this blog folding up?

Posted by: Pretty_Betty at 04/15/2008 06:43 PM

This blog, fold up? Heaven forbid! That would mean that the forces of evil have triumphed; we can not allow this to happen!!

Posted by: Anonymous at 04/19/2008 01:00 AM

Hey, long time-no blog, everyone. I trust you all saw our favorite tenor's outstanding performance at Yankee Stadium before the Pope's Mass. Is it just my imagination or has RT dropped a few pounds? He looked especially attractive for some reason. I just think he is sooo sexy.

Posted by: Shannon at 04/24/2008 12:04 AM

Alas! A blogger! For some reason RT's performance was either not shown or it was blocked for other reasons. I have yet to see it...eventhough other sites say it took place. The program was televised, so where was he singing?

Posted by: Pretty_Betty at 04/24/2008 01:37 PM

Alas! A blogger! For some reason RT's performance was either not shown or it was blocked for other reasons. I have yet to see it...eventhough other sites say it took place. The program was televised, so where was he singing?

Posted by: Pretty_Betty at 04/24/2008 01:37 PM

Betty: The entire pre-Mass concert from Yankee Stadium was televised in the NY area; Ronan sang two songs, "Into the Fire", a Springsteen song about 9/11 & "God Bless America." There is a video of RT singing the second song only on www.myfoxny.com, you just have to do a search on the site to get to the video. I'm not sure why the first song isn't there.

Posted by: Shannon at 04/24/2008 03:09 PM

I'm not sure if RT dropped a few pounds - I couldn't really tell. I did see that his left hand was ringless. Hmmmmmm.

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/24/2008 09:09 PM

I'm pretty sure that wasn't a wedding ring anyway. I think RT just wore it to keep the throngs of admiring women at bay. Who could blame him?

Posted by: Anonymous at 04/24/2008 10:40 PM

I don't think it was a wedding ring either. Do you suppose that since he didn't have it on he's no longer trying to keep the throngs at bay? :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/25/2008 06:12 PM

That's an excellent question, you might be on to something.

Posted by: Anonymous at 04/25/2008 07:08 PM

I certainly hope so. :)
It would be some excellent news in a week that has been less than amusing.

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/25/2008 08:12 PM

Lisa, I think I know what you mean, maybe there is some hope after all, huh? :)

Posted by: Shannon at 04/26/2008 12:42 PM

There's always hope, now for some opportunity! :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/26/2008 03:03 PM

Uh, ladies, just a quick word of advice or insight here. Dr. Ronan Tynan PREFERS being single and alone. He has everything just like he wants it. There have been too many opportunities for him to do otherwise and he makes certain it just doesn't happen. He is a crafty sort on that and uses his gift of gab for show. And, it works!

Posted by: KayinKissimmee at 04/26/2008 08:50 PM

Kay: Thanks for the advice but I think 'Shannon' and I will be fine.

If RT truly prefers to continue on as a lonely sailor that's his choice. If he chooses to meet someone to help him through that's fine as well. It's his life, he should live it as he wants to. :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/26/2008 10:58 PM

Thanks Lisa, you're right, we will be just fine. I just wonder how "Kay" knows so much about the object of our desire...the plot thickens. :)

Posted by: Shannon at 04/26/2008 11:04 PM

Oh Lordy! A thick plot at 1:19 in the morning. :0

Perhaps RT got crafty with "Kay" and now she's joined the ranks of the scorned.

Oh my! :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/27/2008 01:20 AM

Lisa, the thought of RT as a "lonely sailor" is sad but somehow amusing, at the same time. I love the use of that ancient but appropriate term "scorned" too, don't you?

Posted by: Shannon at 04/27/2008 10:40 AM

Good Afternoon Shannon. :)

It's sad if he is indeed a "lonely sailor"; however if he is a lone sailor, and if that is his choice, then so be it.

I say we make "scorned" the word of the day. Sound good to you? :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/27/2008 12:16 PM

It's official - the word of the day is SCORNED. They say in order to make a word your own, you should use it in a sentence. My sentence is...I pity the poor women who have known the pain of being scorned by one so desired as the incomparable Dr. Ronan Tynan. How's that?

Posted by: Shannon at 04/27/2008 01:14 PM

That's great!

I don't think we need feel too sorry for them - at least they experienced the rapture that is Ronan. Ahhhhh. :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/27/2008 04:23 PM

I know,the scorned are the lucky ones in a way;if only I could say the same. I am sooo jealous; maybe my day will come...

Posted by: Shannon at 04/27/2008 06:50 PM

I hear ya "sister". :)

As I said earlier - there's always hope. Come on opportunity!!! For you and me. :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/27/2008 08:36 PM

Ok. Have your fun. If you have the chance to "experience the rapture" as you say here, have your checkbook with you. Anyone's day can come if the cash is flowing. Blockbuster and microwave popcorn are cheaper and more rewarding in the long run. If you see me at the Blockbuster store, kick me in the butt.

Posted by: KayinKissimmee at 04/28/2008 09:48 AM

Kay: I'll take my Visa card. Since I'm an independent, modern woman I'll pay - although there is a limit mind you.

If I see you at Blockbuster I'll just say "hi". You seem to have had a difficult enough time as it is. :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/28/2008 11:37 AM

Kay: I'll take my Visa card - since I'm an independent, modern woman I don't mind paying (within reason of course).

You must be joking when you say that movies and popcorn are more rewarding than the dream boat that is RT.

If I see you at Blockbuster I'll just say "hi" as you seem to have had a difficult enough time as it is. :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/28/2008 12:11 PM

Uh oh. My technology problems have resurfaced - and it's only Monday. :(

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/28/2008 12:15 PM

Wait a minute, let me make sure I'm following...Kay, are you suggesting that RT uses unsuspecting women for financial gain; was this your experience? I just find that to be curious, I would think RT at least could spring for a movie and some snacks. In any case, Lisa (my "blogging sis"), I think RT is dreamy too. FYI: there are some really cute pics of him on his website, much better than some of the unflattering ones on this blog.

Posted by: Shannon at 04/28/2008 12:28 PM

Shannon: I think "Kay" is still steamed over that whole "scorning" thing.

My favorite pic on RT's website is the one of him with the owner of the Harley dealership. I have to admit that the one I like the best is the one on the inside, back cover of his CD Ronan. Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm Mmm. That man is a whole lotta Mighty Fine. Mighty Fine. :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/28/2008 12:49 PM

Wow...sounds like there are two gals who would like a 3-some with the good dr. Now I could say "Mmmmmm" to that myself. You go, girls!!

Posted by: Anonymoustache at 04/28/2008 01:12 PM

Listen up Mr. (or Ms.) needs a shave: Two's company, three's a crowd. Stop trying to drive a wedge between my "blogging sis" and I.

I think the closest you're going to get to mmmm is to get yourself a bag of M&M's.

Happy snacking! :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/28/2008 01:24 PM

Hey...when there are two women drooling and talking to each other about RT, then what is it?? However, you both may be a couple of those cows (he may have)mentioned. You might want to slow down on the M&Ms yourselves.

Posted by: Anonymoustache at 04/28/2008 01:39 PM

Wrong again. No droolers or bovines here. Also, I choose Hershey's thank you very much.

And you still need a shave.

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/28/2008 02:00 PM

Go Lisa! Mr.Moustache: Just because two women are attracted to the same man, does not mean they would like to act on that attraction simultaneously. I think that is the most common male fantasy however. Anyway, like my "sis", Lisa, I neither drool nor moo. I will admit to enjoying a Reese's PB Cup from time to time, everything in moderation, of course. Lisa: My favorite RT pic is the one in the yellow sweater, a great color for him. By the way we need a new word for the day, any suggestions?

Posted by: Shannon at 04/28/2008 02:44 PM

Shannon: I suggest the word for the day be Bliss. Here's my sentence: Ronan Tynan's singing transports me to a state of bliss. :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/28/2008 03:04 PM

Excellent choice and great usage in the sentence, as well.

Posted by: Shannon at 04/28/2008 05:18 PM

Thanks, I thought so too. :) I'm on my way to bliss right now listening to My Life Belongs To You. Oooo, if only. :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/28/2008 06:17 PM

Ladies -- the ring he wears is a gift from his sister. He has said so and knows he said it. What throngs of women are earlier posts referring to?? There aren't any.

Posted by: maura_russell at 04/29/2008 12:16 AM

Oh no. An ill wind bloweth.

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/29/2008 09:05 AM

Well, well. I wonder what you ladies would do if the great Dr. Tynan grew a moustache? Now don't say that's impossible. No one knows him but him. Maybe he'd like a Fu Manchu style?

Posted by: Anonymoustache at 04/29/2008 11:18 AM

Hey Lisa...I don't know about you, but my plan is to "shun the ill wind that bloweth". Anonymoustache: I can not lie, your post made me laugh out loud for some reason.

Posted by: Shannon at 04/29/2008 11:59 AM

If Ronan wants to grow a moustache that's ok; however, I think it would be a cryin' shame to cover an part of that gorgeous face with one. :)

Shannon: I'm with you - maybe the ill wind will blow right on outta here. Let's hope so.

Would you do us the honor of picking the word for the day?

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/29/2008 12:16 PM

Lisa, it is my pleasure to choose the word for today..."TENORLICIOUS". I just made that up, hope it's okay. Almost forgot, my sentence is...Dr. Ronan Tynan personifies the word tenorlicious!

Posted by: Shannon at 04/29/2008 01:05 PM

Or how about "Lisalicious" or "Shannalicious". Girls, you need to not taunt. Maybe "taunt" can be tomorrow's word...uh hum?

Posted by: Anonymoustache at 04/29/2008 01:28 PM

Oops.. forgot to use it in a sentence. Taunt - "Taunt me, pulllleeeaaasssse."

Posted by: Anonymoustache at 04/29/2008 01:37 PM

Shannon: I LOVE Tenorlicious!!! You're right, RT is certainly tenorlicious!!! I give it the Word of the Year honors! :)

Mr. Moustache: I have to say that Lisalicious sounds just fine. :)

I don't think we want taunt to be the word any day. No taunting allowed.

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/29/2008 01:51 PM

I was not taunting RT nor will I taunt you Mr.'Stache. Word of the Year?...I am not worthy! But wouldn't I be Shannonlicious not Shannalicious-I'm just saying. Lisa, is it possible to have too much fun while blogging?

Posted by: Shannon at 04/29/2008 02:54 PM

Shannon: You ARE worthy! Also, there's no such thing as too much fun. :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/29/2008 03:29 PM

Lisa: I find myself having a bad day, here at the beautiful Jersey Shore. Maybe a word of the day suggestion would be a quick pick me up, any ideas?

Posted by: Shannon at 04/30/2008 01:58 PM

Shannon: I'm sorry you're having a bad day. :( From me to you {{{{HUG}}}}. :)

I choose Ecstatic as the word of the day. My sentence: I will be ecstatic when I get the opportunity to meet that most tenorlicious man, RT, in person. :)

How about that?

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/30/2008 02:30 PM

Thanks for the hug Lisa, right back at ya! Also, I am Ecstatic to report that my day has improved greatly since my last post.

Posted by: Shannon at 04/30/2008 06:25 PM

Thanks! :)

I'm glad your day has gotten much better - most excellent news. :)

Hopefully, what or whom ever caused it to be bad is naught but a wisp of a memory. :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/30/2008 06:38 PM

I'll bet Shannon and Lisa wear the same size "goody two-shoes". How pathetic...especially if one is a dude.

Posted by: BR549 at 04/30/2008 08:56 PM

BR: What is pathetic about being friendly and nice to another human being, male or female? Lisa: You are quite possibly a poet, and you may not even know it! :)

Posted by: Shannon at 04/30/2008 10:49 PM

Thanks! :) No one has ever paid me that compliment before. I quite like it. :)

Here's hoping your tomorrow is great the whole way through! :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 04/30/2008 10:58 PM

Ok...but can you two give it a rest?

Posted by: Anonymous at 05/01/2008 08:32 AM

I was afraid that too much positive energy might offend someone...sorry Anonymous. I will try to be more sarcastic and hateful in any future posts, I promise.

Posted by: Shannon at 05/01/2008 10:40 AM

Shannon: Say it ain't so! Resist those forces of negativity!!!

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/01/2008 11:34 AM

How about "sophomoric" as the word of the day? Sentence - Using the symbol ":)" is so sophomoric. And, where's Shannon with his/her hateful posts? You promised!

Posted by: BR549 at 05/01/2008 03:40 PM

BR549: I think you're just resentful since nobody has given you a sign. Here's one for you:p Feel better?

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/01/2008 04:56 PM

Nope. :'(

Posted by: BR549 at 05/01/2008 05:27 PM

BR: Dry your eyes. If you have learned your lesson and promise not to be snarky maybe your sign will be a nicer one.

I've had a bit of a difficult day so you may have to wait a bit.

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/01/2008 07:42 PM

Sorry BR, I just couldn't manage to muster any hatred. Lisa, I'm sure tomorrow will be better, stay positive! Oops, sorry again, BR, that was way too cheery wasn't it?

Posted by: Shannon at 05/01/2008 09:42 PM

Good to hear from you Shannon. Today was almost the end of Lisa in PA as on my way to an out of town meeting this morning I was nearly smashed by a dump truck apparently being driven by Speed Racer, with an attitude. I'm ok except for a headache.

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/01/2008 09:58 PM

Oh no, Lisa, so glad you're ok! I think someone must have been watching out for you. Feel better :)

Posted by: Shannon at 05/02/2008 09:28 AM

Thanks Shannon. There was someone looking out for me, He always has. Today has started off much better than yesterday. Let's hope this upward trend continues. :)

Note to BR: Remember, snarkiness gets you a not nice sign. You've been warned.

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/02/2008 10:09 AM

Hey Lisa, I don't want to seem ignorant, but I truly have no idea what the word "snarkiness" means! Help me, please :)

Posted by: Shannon at 05/02/2008 03:18 PM

Shannon: Snarky means rude or nasty. My warning to BR is that if s/he is rude s/he will get another :p. Uh oh, that may have been a bit snarky on my part. I may have to give myself a :p.

On a happier note, do you have a word for the day? I'll admit, Tenorlicious can never be topped. :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/02/2008 03:57 PM

OK Lisa, have you checked RT's website lately? There is the most adorable picture of him, right before he sang at the Ice Bowl in Buffalo. It is my new favorite. I would like to nominate "Irish" as the word of the day, as in "I rish I was caught in a snowstorm with the handsome and talented Dr. Ronan Tynan."(Don't hate me for the extreme corniness, it's been a long week, ok.)

Posted by: Shannon at 05/02/2008 04:42 PM

Yes I have and yes it is. I still like the biker picture but the one from the Ice Bowl can share the top spot. I love today's word of the day. I'll make it mine with this sentence: I rish to get caught with he who is most tenorlicious anytime, anywhere. :) And remember this, I'll take your corniness any day and I could never hate you. I hope you'll forgive my sort of copying your sentence. It's the absolute truth but my encounter with Speed Racer yesterday still has me a little bit off center and not my usual witty self.

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/02/2008 05:44 PM

@}-;-'--

Posted by: BR549 at 05/02/2008 10:07 PM

Hey, is that a rose, BR? That is so very thoughtful of you; hope RT doesn't get jealous! :)

Posted by: Shannon at 05/02/2008 11:18 PM

BR: I love the rose, how did you know it's my favorite flower? Here's a sign for you :)
I do have to let you know that he who is most tenorlicious is the one and only for me. I'm a one man kinda woman. Don't worry though, your special someone is out there somewhere. Hope it doesn't make you blush but she or he is a very lucky person. :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/02/2008 11:56 PM

Hey "KayinKissimmee" - Where are you? Tell us more! Your posts are just too "newsy" not to share with the blogging audience. Be our "scoop sister."

Posted by: Anonymous at 05/03/2008 12:51 PM

I think "Kay" and "Mr. Moustache" hooked up. You'll notice he's been missing too. "Kay" and "Mr. Moustache" sittin' in a tree, k-i-s-s-i-n-g.

Word of Advice for Mr. Stache: If Kay takes you to the Blockbuster look out - it's not a good sign.

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/03/2008 03:09 PM

Lisa, you are too funny..."Anonymous": the term "scoop sister" is very good also; and I would just love to know more of the "inside info." that Kay seemed to have. Oh Lisa, it's word of the day time, please do the honors...

Posted by: Shannon at 05/03/2008 04:42 PM

Let me start by begging forgiveness if this turns out wrong. The ghosts of my ancestors will come and kick my butt.

The word of the day is Gaelic. Alert: I'm going try to use it in a sentence: I gui I could meet he who is most tenorlicious in person as I'm sure we'd have a craic.

I send this off with hope that I got it right and that if I didn't you don't hurt yourself laughing :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/03/2008 07:06 PM

I also have ancestors of a certain ethnic background, but I have no idea about proper usage of the Gaelic or Irish language. I give you much credit for even attempting to do so; you are a braver soul than most. Rock on.

Posted by: Shannon at 05/03/2008 08:09 PM

Thanks. If I would have inadvertently made an error I would have been the one wearing the Fu Manchu so that I could be incognito until my face returned to a normal color. Everything ok?

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/03/2008 09:23 PM

All is well here in my little corner of the universe...the Yankees even managed to win today;I think that's two in a row, woo hoo! I would imagine since you're from PA, you're not a Yankees fan, huh? Anyway, that's how I became aware of the tenorlicious one in the first palce; GBA in the 7th inning stretch. The rest, as they say, is history. By the way, I hope you're continuing to recover from your unfortunate run in with Speed Racer.

Posted by: Shannon at 05/03/2008 10:31 PM

Glad to hear it. Good for the Yankees! I don't really follow baseball but if they're on tv I do watch during the 7th inning just to see and hear he who is most tenorlicious. My favorite color is blue so I wouldn't mind wearing a jersey if ... well... you know. I have to admit that I LOVE football and my team is the Steelers. I'll also cheer for the Colts and the Giants. (Loved the Super Bowl, especially since I can't stand the Pats). My cheers aren't original (run, hit 'em, etc.) but they're delivered with everything I got. I usually yell so much that I'm hoarse until Wed. or Thurs. after the game. If you've seen the Our Gang movies from the 1930's I end up sounding like Froggie. My co-workers think it's a hoot. On a few occasions, like the playoffs or the Super Bowl, I've actually yelled so hard I got light headed. I feel much more myself today. I've had two auto accidents in the past six years, both caused by other drivers, and both of my cars were totaled. I don't mind telling you that I thought the third time would not be the charm and that I would not walk away from this one. We were coming down a mountain and he had to be within six inches of my bumper. He scared the heart out of me since I thought he was going to send me into the trees. Thankfully, He looked after me, as He always has. :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/03/2008 11:36 PM

Well, I've been quite busy but it doesn't seem that I missed a thing. What are you (Lisa) trying to do here? Why don't you and Shannon talk on the phone so that the rest of us can be spared of the autobiography. Maybe you would like to hear about my hemmorhoid surgery last year?

Posted by: Anonymoustache at 05/04/2008 12:00 AM

Hey you who still needs a shave: I'd love to talk to Shannon on the phone but I don't have "her" number. I guess I could Google her, hope she wouldn't think me too forward. Are you in a bit of a bad mood because Kay took you to Blockbuster? Did you try to get mmmmmm with her and she rebuffed your advances? No, I really don't want to hear about your surgery. Let me just say that I hope everything was fine in the end. :)

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/04/2008 12:16 AM

Mr 'Stache: Sorry if my last comment was too cheeky.

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/04/2008 12:18 AM

I had a feeling that 'Stache had the potential to be a pain in the butt, now I know why. Lisa, feel free to continue sharing, ignore the bad energy.

Posted by: Shannon at 05/04/2008 11:13 AM

Thanks Shannon. It's a beautiful day here in PA, at least in my little corner. The sun is out, there's a gentle breeze, and I'm enjoying it. Do you think 'Stache should hie himself to the drug store to get some Preparation H? Maybe it would improve his disposition.

Posted by: Lisa in PA at 05/04/2008 11:31 AM

First of all (and from an above post)Lisa having the ability to grow a Fu Manchu is interesting and scary. Shannon beware...Lisa may bat for the other team or something?? And second, people probably should throw rotten fruit at you (Lisa) and not for any particular reason other than to get rid of the fruit maybe and have some fun. And Shannon, why does Lisa think she has to give you, or anyone else, a weather report from BF, PA? Can she get on a person's nerves or what? Geezzzz!

Posted by: Anonymoustache at 05/04/2008 12:50 PM

And Lisa, the fruit idea came from your post on the other blog. What's up with you jumping around? Are you trying to infect everyone with your viral stupidity? Bring on the fruit!!

Posted by: Anonymoustache at 05/04/2008 01:05 PM

Mr Stache: I never said