My Citizenship Ceremony
Apr 22nd 2010 | 9:43 am
#1
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I'm Old Gregg!
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 8,460
From: A Former Bogan Colony in QLD
My Citizenship Ceremony
Well there was me thinking it was going to be a very formal but also low-key affair.
...well not in Moreton Bay Regional Council it ain't!
It all started off rather inconspicuously, the MC (a council member) introduced some other local councillors, federal and state MPs etc.
Then they passed over to the entertainment. Oh My F#$king God!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This was the intro:
"David is rapidly becoming one of this countries most sought after vocal artists for every type of entertainment function , with his remarkable voice and versatility to create a spectacular show for every type of occasion, makes him an asset in the music Industry and guaranteed to thrill. "
We were seated in the front row no more than 2 metres away from his band (a laptop) and him off stage to the side.
He warmed up with a slightly overdone "I still call Australia home". My wife and I kept looking over at each other smirking every time he did the fist pump actions, but I thought oh well fair enough. Rather generous applause came from the crowd at the end, moreso I think because they were rather glad it was all over. He then went straight into "This is the moment", whereby he took some artistic freedom and managed to very classilly work in the words "Citizenship Ceremony". This is when it got really cringeworthy.
I really was convinced I was on the set of Phoenix Nights, he was that bad.
Let me describe him to you. He actually facially resembled Den Perry from Phoenix Nights (the rival nightclub owner), with the similar physique to Danny De Vito but with artistic stage presence of Meat Loaf.
Out of the 100 people receiving citizenship that night, 67 were from the UK and you could tell that this moment was not lost on them. I looked around to see nearly everyone trying very very hard not to let go and spill into fits of laughter. My youngest son (3) was noted by the councillors holding his hands over his ears which sort of added to the comedy of the moment.
Then we had the actual ceremony, thank f#$k for that!
But wait, there was more! After the giving of certificates he launched into a rendition of "Celebration" by launching himself at full pace (literally) on stage and taking over from the councillors. At instrumental sections of the song he decided again to adopt some artistic freedom by flexing both pecs/tits in perfect timing to the bass drum beat. I saw one of the councillors look towards one of his colleagues with one of those "did he really just do that" look. By now everyone is pissing themselves as they were able to hide it by the fact that the laughs were being drowned out by the people egging him on with beat-style claps. ....and to cap off a memorable performance he again decides to launch himself, but this time into the crowd by doing a run and jump (from stage into crowd) Fame style star-jump.
I so wish I had my video camera with me. It was probably the most surreal moment of my life and one of pure and utter comedy gold that words cannot do justice!
...well not in Moreton Bay Regional Council it ain't!
It all started off rather inconspicuously, the MC (a council member) introduced some other local councillors, federal and state MPs etc.
Then they passed over to the entertainment. Oh My F#$king God!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This was the intro:
"David is rapidly becoming one of this countries most sought after vocal artists for every type of entertainment function , with his remarkable voice and versatility to create a spectacular show for every type of occasion, makes him an asset in the music Industry and guaranteed to thrill. "
We were seated in the front row no more than 2 metres away from his band (a laptop) and him off stage to the side.
He warmed up with a slightly overdone "I still call Australia home". My wife and I kept looking over at each other smirking every time he did the fist pump actions, but I thought oh well fair enough. Rather generous applause came from the crowd at the end, moreso I think because they were rather glad it was all over. He then went straight into "This is the moment", whereby he took some artistic freedom and managed to very classilly work in the words "Citizenship Ceremony". This is when it got really cringeworthy.
I really was convinced I was on the set of Phoenix Nights, he was that bad.
Let me describe him to you. He actually facially resembled Den Perry from Phoenix Nights (the rival nightclub owner), with the similar physique to Danny De Vito but with artistic stage presence of Meat Loaf.
Out of the 100 people receiving citizenship that night, 67 were from the UK and you could tell that this moment was not lost on them. I looked around to see nearly everyone trying very very hard not to let go and spill into fits of laughter. My youngest son (3) was noted by the councillors holding his hands over his ears which sort of added to the comedy of the moment.
Then we had the actual ceremony, thank f#$k for that!
But wait, there was more! After the giving of certificates he launched into a rendition of "Celebration" by launching himself at full pace (literally) on stage and taking over from the councillors. At instrumental sections of the song he decided again to adopt some artistic freedom by flexing both pecs/tits in perfect timing to the bass drum beat. I saw one of the councillors look towards one of his colleagues with one of those "did he really just do that" look. By now everyone is pissing themselves as they were able to hide it by the fact that the laughs were being drowned out by the people egging him on with beat-style claps. ....and to cap off a memorable performance he again decides to launch himself, but this time into the crowd by doing a run and jump (from stage into crowd) Fame style star-jump.
I so wish I had my video camera with me. It was probably the most surreal moment of my life and one of pure and utter comedy gold that words cannot do justice!
Last edited by Broad Shoulders; Apr 22nd 2010 at 9:48 am.
Apr 22nd 2010 | 11:10 am
#2
Random Member
Joined: May 2009
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From: Melbourne
Re: My Citizenship Ceremony
PMSL BS! Congrats on your citizenship 
Apr 22nd 2010 | 11:12 am
#3
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Joined: Dec 2009
Posts: 15,111
From: Semi-rural wonderworld, Brisbane
Re: My Citizenship Ceremony
Well there was me thinking it was going to be a very formal but also low-key affair.
...well not in Moreton Bay Regional Council it ain't!
It all started off rather inconspicuously, the MC (a council member) introduced some other local councillors, federal and state MPs etc.
Then they passed over to the entertainment. Oh My F#$king God!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This was the intro:
"David is rapidly becoming one of this countries most sought after vocal artists for every type of entertainment function , with his remarkable voice and versatility to create a spectacular show for every type of occasion, makes him an asset in the music Industry and guaranteed to thrill. "
We were seated in the front row no more than 2 metres away from his band (a laptop) and him off stage to the side.
He warmed up with a slightly overdone "I still call Australia home". My wife and I kept looking over at each other smirking every time he did the fist pump actions, but I thought oh well fair enough. Rather generous applause came from the crowd at the end, moreso I think because they were rather glad it was all over. He then went straight into "This is the moment", whereby he took some artistic freedom and managed to very classilly work in the words "Citizenship Ceremony". This is when it got really cringeworthy.
I really was convinced I was on the set of Phoenix Nights, he was that bad.
Let me describe him to you. He actually facially resembled Den Perry from Phoenix Nights (the rival nightclub owner), with the similar physique to Danny De Vito but with artistic stage presence of Meat Loaf.
Out of the 100 people receiving citizenship that night, 67 were from the UK and you could tell that this moment was not lost on them. I looked around to see nearly everyone trying very very hard not to let go and spill into fits of laughter. My youngest son (3) was noted by the councillors holding his hands over his ears which sort of added to the comedy of the moment.
Then we had the actual ceremony, thank f#$k for that!
But wait, there was more! After the giving of certificates he launched into a rendition of "Celebration" by launching himself at full pace (literally) on stage and taking over from the councillors. At instrumental sections of the song he decided again to adopt some artistic freedom by flexing both pecs/tits in perfect timing to the bass drum beat. I saw one of the councillors look towards one of his colleagues with one of those "did he really just do that" look. By now everyone is pissing themselves as they were able to hide it by the fact that the laughs were being drowned out by the people egging him on with beat-style claps. ....and to cap off a memorable performance he again decides to launch himself, but this time into the crowd by doing a run and jump (from stage into crowd) Fame style star-jump.
I so wish I had my video camera with me. It was probably the most surreal moment of my life and one of pure and utter comedy gold that words cannot do justice!
...well not in Moreton Bay Regional Council it ain't!
It all started off rather inconspicuously, the MC (a council member) introduced some other local councillors, federal and state MPs etc.
Then they passed over to the entertainment. Oh My F#$king God!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This was the intro:
"David is rapidly becoming one of this countries most sought after vocal artists for every type of entertainment function , with his remarkable voice and versatility to create a spectacular show for every type of occasion, makes him an asset in the music Industry and guaranteed to thrill. "
We were seated in the front row no more than 2 metres away from his band (a laptop) and him off stage to the side.
He warmed up with a slightly overdone "I still call Australia home". My wife and I kept looking over at each other smirking every time he did the fist pump actions, but I thought oh well fair enough. Rather generous applause came from the crowd at the end, moreso I think because they were rather glad it was all over. He then went straight into "This is the moment", whereby he took some artistic freedom and managed to very classilly work in the words "Citizenship Ceremony". This is when it got really cringeworthy.
I really was convinced I was on the set of Phoenix Nights, he was that bad.
Let me describe him to you. He actually facially resembled Den Perry from Phoenix Nights (the rival nightclub owner), with the similar physique to Danny De Vito but with artistic stage presence of Meat Loaf.
Out of the 100 people receiving citizenship that night, 67 were from the UK and you could tell that this moment was not lost on them. I looked around to see nearly everyone trying very very hard not to let go and spill into fits of laughter. My youngest son (3) was noted by the councillors holding his hands over his ears which sort of added to the comedy of the moment.
Then we had the actual ceremony, thank f#$k for that!
But wait, there was more! After the giving of certificates he launched into a rendition of "Celebration" by launching himself at full pace (literally) on stage and taking over from the councillors. At instrumental sections of the song he decided again to adopt some artistic freedom by flexing both pecs/tits in perfect timing to the bass drum beat. I saw one of the councillors look towards one of his colleagues with one of those "did he really just do that" look. By now everyone is pissing themselves as they were able to hide it by the fact that the laughs were being drowned out by the people egging him on with beat-style claps. ....and to cap off a memorable performance he again decides to launch himself, but this time into the crowd by doing a run and jump (from stage into crowd) Fame style star-jump.
I so wish I had my video camera with me. It was probably the most surreal moment of my life and one of pure and utter comedy gold that words cannot do justice!
Sounds like a top laugh, congratulations by the way.
Apr 22nd 2010 | 11:35 am
#4
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I'm Old Gregg!
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From: A Former Bogan Colony in QLD
Re: My Citizenship Ceremony
Apr 22nd 2010 | 11:47 am
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Re: My Citizenship Ceremony
I've found his name. It is David Barry. http://www.davidbarry.com.au/David/Home.html
What a tool.
Apr 22nd 2010 | 12:43 pm
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From: On the ning nang nong
Re: My Citizenship Ceremony
Well there was me thinking it was going to be a very formal but also low-key affair.
...well not in Moreton Bay Regional Council it ain't!
It all started off rather inconspicuously, the MC (a council member) introduced some other local councillors, federal and state MPs etc.
Then they passed over to the entertainment. Oh My F#$king God!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This was the intro:
"David is rapidly becoming one of this countries most sought after vocal artists for every type of entertainment function , with his remarkable voice and versatility to create a spectacular show for every type of occasion, makes him an asset in the music Industry and guaranteed to thrill. "
We were seated in the front row no more than 2 metres away from his band (a laptop) and him off stage to the side.
He warmed up with a slightly overdone "I still call Australia home". My wife and I kept looking over at each other smirking every time he did the fist pump actions, but I thought oh well fair enough. Rather generous applause came from the crowd at the end, moreso I think because they were rather glad it was all over. He then went straight into "This is the moment", whereby he took some artistic freedom and managed to very classilly work in the words "Citizenship Ceremony". This is when it got really cringeworthy.
I really was convinced I was on the set of Phoenix Nights, he was that bad.
Let me describe him to you. He actually facially resembled Den Perry from Phoenix Nights (the rival nightclub owner), with the similar physique to Danny De Vito but with artistic stage presence of Meat Loaf.
Out of the 100 people receiving citizenship that night, 67 were from the UK and you could tell that this moment was not lost on them. I looked around to see nearly everyone trying very very hard not to let go and spill into fits of laughter. My youngest son (3) was noted by the councillors holding his hands over his ears which sort of added to the comedy of the moment.
Then we had the actual ceremony, thank f#$k for that!
But wait, there was more! After the giving of certificates he launched into a rendition of "Celebration" by launching himself at full pace (literally) on stage and taking over from the councillors. At instrumental sections of the song he decided again to adopt some artistic freedom by flexing both pecs/tits in perfect timing to the bass drum beat. I saw one of the councillors look towards one of his colleagues with one of those "did he really just do that" look. By now everyone is pissing themselves as they were able to hide it by the fact that the laughs were being drowned out by the people egging him on with beat-style claps. ....and to cap off a memorable performance he again decides to launch himself, but this time into the crowd by doing a run and jump (from stage into crowd) Fame style star-jump.
I so wish I had my video camera with me. It was probably the most surreal moment of my life and one of pure and utter comedy gold that words cannot do justice!
...well not in Moreton Bay Regional Council it ain't!
It all started off rather inconspicuously, the MC (a council member) introduced some other local councillors, federal and state MPs etc.
Then they passed over to the entertainment. Oh My F#$king God!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This was the intro:
"David is rapidly becoming one of this countries most sought after vocal artists for every type of entertainment function , with his remarkable voice and versatility to create a spectacular show for every type of occasion, makes him an asset in the music Industry and guaranteed to thrill. "
We were seated in the front row no more than 2 metres away from his band (a laptop) and him off stage to the side.
He warmed up with a slightly overdone "I still call Australia home". My wife and I kept looking over at each other smirking every time he did the fist pump actions, but I thought oh well fair enough. Rather generous applause came from the crowd at the end, moreso I think because they were rather glad it was all over. He then went straight into "This is the moment", whereby he took some artistic freedom and managed to very classilly work in the words "Citizenship Ceremony". This is when it got really cringeworthy.
I really was convinced I was on the set of Phoenix Nights, he was that bad.
Let me describe him to you. He actually facially resembled Den Perry from Phoenix Nights (the rival nightclub owner), with the similar physique to Danny De Vito but with artistic stage presence of Meat Loaf.
Out of the 100 people receiving citizenship that night, 67 were from the UK and you could tell that this moment was not lost on them. I looked around to see nearly everyone trying very very hard not to let go and spill into fits of laughter. My youngest son (3) was noted by the councillors holding his hands over his ears which sort of added to the comedy of the moment.
Then we had the actual ceremony, thank f#$k for that!
But wait, there was more! After the giving of certificates he launched into a rendition of "Celebration" by launching himself at full pace (literally) on stage and taking over from the councillors. At instrumental sections of the song he decided again to adopt some artistic freedom by flexing both pecs/tits in perfect timing to the bass drum beat. I saw one of the councillors look towards one of his colleagues with one of those "did he really just do that" look. By now everyone is pissing themselves as they were able to hide it by the fact that the laughs were being drowned out by the people egging him on with beat-style claps. ....and to cap off a memorable performance he again decides to launch himself, but this time into the crowd by doing a run and jump (from stage into crowd) Fame style star-jump.
I so wish I had my video camera with me. It was probably the most surreal moment of my life and one of pure and utter comedy gold that words cannot do justice!
you're kidding right? 
There is no way I could have sat through that and remained in a serious condition - I'd have been in absolute hysterics, to the point I'd have probs been asked to leave
- either that, or I'd have joined in with his amazing stage performance and totally egged him on
Congratulations too
Apr 22nd 2010 | 1:11 pm
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Re: My Citizenship Ceremony
That sounds like great fun!
lol.
lol.
Apr 22nd 2010 | 1:38 pm
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From: Semi-rural wonderworld, Brisbane
Re: My Citizenship Ceremony
I've found his name. It is David Barry. http://www.davidbarry.com.au/David/Home.html
Friday 23rd Redlands RSL 11-30AM - 2-30PM
Friday 23rd Gympie RLS Club 7-30PM - 11-30PM
Saturday 24th Kingaroy RSL Club 7-30PM - 11-30PM
Wednesday 28th Private Function Nerang
Friday 30th Souths Sports Club Acacia Ridge 10-30AM - 12-30PM
Don't all rush ...
Apr 22nd 2010 | 1:49 pm
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Re: My Citizenship Ceremony
Well there was me thinking it was going to be a very formal but also low-key affair.
...well not in Moreton Bay Regional Council it ain't!
It all started off rather inconspicuously, the MC (a council member) introduced some other local councillors, federal and state MPs etc.
Then they passed over to the entertainment. Oh My F#$king God!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This was the intro:
"David is rapidly becoming one of this countries most sought after vocal artists for every type of entertainment function , with his remarkable voice and versatility to create a spectacular show for every type of occasion, makes him an asset in the music Industry and guaranteed to thrill. "
We were seated in the front row no more than 2 metres away from his band (a laptop) and him off stage to the side.
He warmed up with a slightly overdone "I still call Australia home". My wife and I kept looking over at each other smirking every time he did the fist pump actions, but I thought oh well fair enough. Rather generous applause came from the crowd at the end, moreso I think because they were rather glad it was all over. He then went straight into "This is the moment", whereby he took some artistic freedom and managed to very classilly work in the words "Citizenship Ceremony". This is when it got really cringeworthy.
I really was convinced I was on the set of Phoenix Nights, he was that bad.
Let me describe him to you. He actually facially resembled Den Perry from Phoenix Nights (the rival nightclub owner), with the similar physique to Danny De Vito but with artistic stage presence of Meat Loaf.
Out of the 100 people receiving citizenship that night, 67 were from the UK and you could tell that this moment was not lost on them. I looked around to see nearly everyone trying very very hard not to let go and spill into fits of laughter. My youngest son (3) was noted by the councillors holding his hands over his ears which sort of added to the comedy of the moment.
Then we had the actual ceremony, thank f#$k for that!
But wait, there was more! After the giving of certificates he launched into a rendition of "Celebration" by launching himself at full pace (literally) on stage and taking over from the councillors. At instrumental sections of the song he decided again to adopt some artistic freedom by flexing both pecs/tits in perfect timing to the bass drum beat. I saw one of the councillors look towards one of his colleagues with one of those "did he really just do that" look. By now everyone is pissing themselves as they were able to hide it by the fact that the laughs were being drowned out by the people egging him on with beat-style claps. ....and to cap off a memorable performance he again decides to launch himself, but this time into the crowd by doing a run and jump (from stage into crowd) Fame style star-jump.
I so wish I had my video camera with me. It was probably the most surreal moment of my life and one of pure and utter comedy gold that words cannot do justice!
...well not in Moreton Bay Regional Council it ain't!
It all started off rather inconspicuously, the MC (a council member) introduced some other local councillors, federal and state MPs etc.
Then they passed over to the entertainment. Oh My F#$king God!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This was the intro:
"David is rapidly becoming one of this countries most sought after vocal artists for every type of entertainment function , with his remarkable voice and versatility to create a spectacular show for every type of occasion, makes him an asset in the music Industry and guaranteed to thrill. "
We were seated in the front row no more than 2 metres away from his band (a laptop) and him off stage to the side.
He warmed up with a slightly overdone "I still call Australia home". My wife and I kept looking over at each other smirking every time he did the fist pump actions, but I thought oh well fair enough. Rather generous applause came from the crowd at the end, moreso I think because they were rather glad it was all over. He then went straight into "This is the moment", whereby he took some artistic freedom and managed to very classilly work in the words "Citizenship Ceremony". This is when it got really cringeworthy.
I really was convinced I was on the set of Phoenix Nights, he was that bad.
Let me describe him to you. He actually facially resembled Den Perry from Phoenix Nights (the rival nightclub owner), with the similar physique to Danny De Vito but with artistic stage presence of Meat Loaf.
Out of the 100 people receiving citizenship that night, 67 were from the UK and you could tell that this moment was not lost on them. I looked around to see nearly everyone trying very very hard not to let go and spill into fits of laughter. My youngest son (3) was noted by the councillors holding his hands over his ears which sort of added to the comedy of the moment.
Then we had the actual ceremony, thank f#$k for that!
But wait, there was more! After the giving of certificates he launched into a rendition of "Celebration" by launching himself at full pace (literally) on stage and taking over from the councillors. At instrumental sections of the song he decided again to adopt some artistic freedom by flexing both pecs/tits in perfect timing to the bass drum beat. I saw one of the councillors look towards one of his colleagues with one of those "did he really just do that" look. By now everyone is pissing themselves as they were able to hide it by the fact that the laughs were being drowned out by the people egging him on with beat-style claps. ....and to cap off a memorable performance he again decides to launch himself, but this time into the crowd by doing a run and jump (from stage into crowd) Fame style star-jump.
I so wish I had my video camera with me. It was probably the most surreal moment of my life and one of pure and utter comedy gold that words cannot do justice!
Hilarious.
Apr 22nd 2010 | 1:50 pm
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Re: My Citizenship Ceremony
Sweet Jesus ...
Friday 23rd Redlands RSL 11-30AM - 2-30PM
Friday 23rd Gympie RLS Club 7-30PM - 11-30PM
Saturday 24th Kingaroy RSL Club 7-30PM - 11-30PM
Wednesday 28th Private Function Nerang
Friday 30th Souths Sports Club Acacia Ridge 10-30AM - 12-30PM
Don't all rush ...
Friday 23rd Redlands RSL 11-30AM - 2-30PM
Friday 23rd Gympie RLS Club 7-30PM - 11-30PM
Saturday 24th Kingaroy RSL Club 7-30PM - 11-30PM
Wednesday 28th Private Function Nerang
Friday 30th Souths Sports Club Acacia Ridge 10-30AM - 12-30PM
Don't all rush ...
Apr 22nd 2010 | 1:53 pm
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Re: My Citizenship Ceremony
Sweet Jesus ...
Friday 23rd Redlands RSL 11-30AM - 2-30PM
Friday 23rd Gympie RLS Club 7-30PM - 11-30PM
Saturday 24th Kingaroy RSL Club 7-30PM - 11-30PM
Wednesday 28th Private Function Nerang
Friday 30th Souths Sports Club Acacia Ridge 10-30AM - 12-30PM
Don't all rush ...
Friday 23rd Redlands RSL 11-30AM - 2-30PM
Friday 23rd Gympie RLS Club 7-30PM - 11-30PM
Saturday 24th Kingaroy RSL Club 7-30PM - 11-30PM
Wednesday 28th Private Function Nerang
Friday 30th Souths Sports Club Acacia Ridge 10-30AM - 12-30PM
Don't all rush ...
"The Human Entertainment Machine" PMSL.
Apr 22nd 2010 | 1:55 pm
#12
Chan eil aon chà nan gu le
Joined: Feb 2009
Posts: 22,437
From: On the ning nang nong
Re: My Citizenship Ceremony
Sweet Jesus ...
Friday 23rd Redlands RSL 11-30AM - 2-30PM
Friday 23rd Gympie RLS Club 7-30PM - 11-30PM
Saturday 24th Kingaroy RSL Club 7-30PM - 11-30PM
Wednesday 28th Private Function Nerang
Friday 30th Souths Sports Club Acacia Ridge 10-30AM - 12-30PM
Don't all rush ...
Friday 23rd Redlands RSL 11-30AM - 2-30PM
Friday 23rd Gympie RLS Club 7-30PM - 11-30PM
Saturday 24th Kingaroy RSL Club 7-30PM - 11-30PM
Wednesday 28th Private Function Nerang
Friday 30th Souths Sports Club Acacia Ridge 10-30AM - 12-30PM
Don't all rush ...
Apr 22nd 2010 | 1:58 pm
#13
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Posts: 15,111
From: Semi-rural wonderworld, Brisbane
Apr 22nd 2010 | 2:00 pm
#14
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From: Semi-rural wonderworld, Brisbane
Re: My Citizenship Ceremony
I might leave a message on his site linking to this page, he'll like that ...
Apr 22nd 2010 | 2:06 pm
#15
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From: On the ning nang nong
admit it - you think he's fab 
