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Originally posted by pokerjoni:
John, first of all, you know I've always been one of your biggest supporters, since I adore you, and have been blessed by knowing you, and seeing you grow into a wonderful, talented young man.

I try to post postive things that you've been doing, and I did let everyone know that you'll be at B&N reading to the kids December 16th. I'm so proud of you for doing such a wonderful event. I hope the local news is there, and someone tapes it. This is the image of you that I keep in mind. BUT, you are a normal teenager too, and we accept that.

One of the concerns we as your fans have is the lack of communication from Maverick. Mavnick used to post pictures, and even asked me to post a few, and now nothing. This is very discouraging to some, since now we don't know if you're involved with Maverick. I've even sent Mavnick a few e-mails, and he doesn't answer me anymore. What are we to think.

We've also asked for merchandise to show our support of you, and have not gotten any news about that. We want to support you in any way we can, but this forum has taken a different turn.

I shouldn't speak for others, but due to the lack of communication, your fans are finding ways to keep this forum going. The pictures were one way, and I for one, although I had nothing to do with them, am very sorry if you were upset, since that upsets me very much.

Please let us know how you are doing, we miss you. I know you are busy, but a little hi every once in awhile will help.

We are here for you, now and in your future, since we believe in you, and your career. I'm very proud of you that you'll be going onto Berklee next month, and I want to wish you the best. I know you'll be busy, and I respect that.

You are a wonderfully, talented young man, and future star, as far as I'm concerned. Good luck, and remember we are your family of fans, and like a family, we disagree and fight, but have your best interests in mind.

I adore you, John, and miss you dearly. Take care of yourself, and thanks for listening (I hope) to the ranting of this lunchlady.


Joni

The world really has changed, the music industry is no longer driven by money and connections, it's driven by the mere words of random folks on a free message board. A grave lesson for us all