Elvis - A Lighted Candle

by **Wanda Mc** » Fri Jul 13, 2007 2:21 am

If you want to leave a message on the "Virtual Wall" for Elvis Week, here is the link. It is so touching to read all those messages from people who, like all of us here, still love and miss Elvis 30 years later. :cry:

http://www.elvis.com/vigilcast/show_messages.asp

by **Rainbow Light** » Fri Jul 13, 2007 6:51 am

Many thanks, Wanda Mc for the link, have added my own message!

Best wishes, Sue

by **MaryInTheMorning** » Fri Jul 13, 2007 11:34 pm

My thanks to you also Wanda Mc for posting this link for us.

I added my own message too...........4 times by accident. :oops:

After I filled out the page for the message I hit the submit button then I got an "error" message so I hit submit again, "error" AGAIN, and AGAIN........and AGAIN. :roll:

Then I checked the first page and saw MY "error". :oops:

Wish there was some way to delete the duplicate posts. :roll:

by **Wanda Mc** » Sat Jul 14, 2007 3:01 am

Seems a number of people had the same problem. Not to worry! It was a lovely message, well worth reading 4 times!

I am amazed always (and I think Elvis would be, too) how many people, men as well as women, people around the world, people close to Elvis's age, those of us a bit (24 years) younger, those who were not even born in 1977, STILL, 30 YEARS LATER, feel such a profound impact from one man. What other singer/actor/entertainer EVER created such a bond with so many people all over the world? People who never saw him in concert because he never had a chance to perform in Europe and Asia and Australia like he wanted. Yeah, he's darn nice to look at and could sing, but that just doesn't explain it. I really truly feel that he was a gift from God, put here for a reason, and God used him (a dirt-poor kid from the South) as he has always used the "least among us" for his purposes. He brought people together, brought joy and excitement to our lives

, shared his wealth with everyone he came across, and in spite of his early rebel image, shared his love of God and Jesus with anyone who would listen, whether talking privately with one person or recording and singing gospel music to share with a larger audience. No, not a saint (which of us is?), but I admire so much about Elvis -- How he had a dream and made it happen, loved his family, served his country and was unabashedly patriotic, was humble in spite of his success, clearly generous to a fault, was patient and kind to all us fans, sought out God's plan for his life, and tried to always treat people the way he wanted to be treated, regardless of their station in life. I wish I had had the privilege of knowing him. And like so many people signing that Virtual Wall, I love him deeply as a human being and can still be moved to tears, I miss him so. :cry:

God blessed him, and he never forgot that. And the profound impact he made and continues to make (as Elvis would say) "never ceases to amaze me, baby!"

by **Rainbow Light** » Tue Jul 17, 2007 7:46 am

100% agreed, Wanda Mc! When I have been to Memphis for Elvis Week, it's just so completely wonderful to see so many from all over the world that have travelled to be at Graceland and to be there all together, the fans specially as one big happy family re-union!

Can't help feeling Elvis must be happy, proud and in his own sweet modest way, just that bit dazed by how much he meant to everyone 30 years after the Lord took him home!

by **Wanda Mc** » Tue Jul 17, 2007 5:57 pm

I think Elvis was probably as much at a loss of how to explain that as the rest of us. It just is. But I've always heard that he wanted an answer to the question, "Why me? Why was I chosen to be 'Elvis Presley'?" I guess that was God's plan for his life.

I think it was Larry Geller who wrote that Elvis didn't like his name, said something like, "Who names their kid Elvis anyway?" But hey, the name is just as unique as he was. I know some consider it a compliment to name their children after him (the skater Elvis Stojko, a high school friend of my daughter's, etc.), but to me there is only one Elvis, and that's Presley.

by **MaryInTheMorning** » Sat Jul 21, 2007 10:12 pm

Wanda Mc wrote:
I am amazed always (and I think Elvis would be, too) how many people, men as well as women, people around the world, people close to Elvis's age, those of us a bit (24 years) younger, those who were not even born in 1977, STILL, 30 YEARS LATER, feel such a profound impact from one man. What other singer/actor/entertainer EVER created such a bond with so many people all over the world? People who never saw him in concert because he never had a chance to perform in Europe and Asia and Australia like he wanted. Yeah, he's darn nice to look at and could sing, but that just doesn't explain it. I really truly feel that he was a gift from God, put here for a reason, and God used him (a dirt-poor kid from the South) as he has always used the "least among us" for his purposes. He brought people together, brought joy and excitement to our lives , shared his wealth with everyone he came across, and in spite of his early rebel image, shared his love of God and Jesus with anyone who would listen, whether talking privately with one person or recording and singing gospel music to share with a larger audience. No, not a saint (which of us is?), but I admire so much about Elvis -- How he had a dream and made it happen, loved his family, served his country and was unabashedly patriotic, was humble in spite of his success, clearly generous to a fault, was patient and kind to all us fans, sought out God's plan for his life, and tried to always treat people the way he wanted to be treated, regardless of their station in life. I wish I had had the privilege of knowing him. And like so many people signing that Virtual Wall, I love him deeply as a human being and can still be moved to tears, I miss him so. God blessed him, and he never forgot that. And the profound impact he made and continues to make (as Elvis would say) "never ceases to amaze me, baby!"

Wanda Mc my dear you spoke EVERY word that I feel insdie my heart so I just had to quote all of what you said about Elvis and add a BIG AMEN to it!!!!!

Thanks also for your kind words about my message that I wrote and for your reassurance regarding the error I made. :oops:

Nice to know that I wasn't alone in my goof-up. :wink:

I also had to quote what you said here too:

Wanda Mc wrote:........but to me there is only one Elvis, and that's Presley.

That to me says it all and I agree with you 1000%!!!!

by **Wanda Mc** » Sun Jul 22, 2007 1:15 am

You're welcome! And thanks for your kind words as well. I'll bet a lot of us here are very different in a lot of ways, but Elvis and our shared love of God has brought us all together here. God bless you all. You truly enrich my life.

by **Rainbow Light** » Sun Jul 22, 2007 10:31 am

Beautifully expressed, thank you Wanda Mc!

Posting from the official site the daily events planner for Elvis Week happenings:

Elvis Week 2007 Daily Planner
Saturday, August 11 - Sunday, August 19

On this page will is a streamlined at-a-glance version of the events calendar. This is to help you plan each day of your participation in Elvis Week 2007 without having to search through the detailed listings. This page will be updated as more event information becomes available.

SATURDAY 11

Hunka Hunka Burnin' Peppers - Memphis Farmer's Market
7:00 AM-1:00 PM

Fan Appreciation Day at Elvis Presley Birthplace
10:45 AM

Cranston Fabric "Make and Take" Workshop
12:30 PM & 2:30 PM

Elvis Week 2007 Memphis Meetup
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Rock-A-Hula Girls Alzheimer's Benefit Dinner
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The Memphis Redbirds and AutoZone Park - Official Elvis Week Kick-Off Event
6:10 PM

SUNDAY 12

Elvis Fan Club Presidents’ Event
10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon

ELVIS EXPO 2007
Merchandise and Memorabilia Showroom – Day 1 of 3
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Elvis Insiders Meet & Greet
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Graceland Scavenger Hunt - Bears on Tour #1 of 2
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest – QUALIFYING ROUNDS
5:00 PM

George Klein's Elvis Mafia Reunion
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Elvis International Fan Club Charity Dinner Party For St Jude's
7:00 - 9:00 PM

MONDAY 13

ELVIS EXPO 2007

Merchandise and Memorabilia Showroom – Day 2 of 3
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Elvis Insiders Conference – Day 1 of 2
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

16th Elvis Presley Memorial Dinner Charity Event
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM Charity Auction. 7:00 PM Dinner & Program.

Elvis Music & Movies at Graceland
7:00 PM

TUESDAY 14

Tupelo Day Tour
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

ELVIS EXPO 2007
Merchandise and Memorabilia Showroom – Day 3 of 3
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Elvis Fan Reception Presented by The MED Foundation
10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon

Elvis Insiders Conference – Day 2 of 2
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Elvis Scrapbooking Class with EK Success
12:00 PM & 2:00 PM.

A Celebration of Life to Benefit Kids Unlimited
3:30 PM

Elvis Music & Movies at Graceland
7:00 PM

Rockin' Sock hop with Sonny Burgess and the Pacers
8:00 PM - Midnight

WEDNESDAY 15

MIFA's Presley Place Reception and Tour
10:00 AM - 12:00 Noon

4th Annual Elvis Film Festival Presented by Malco Theatres
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Elvis Scrapbooking Class with EK Success
12:00 PM & 2:00 PM

Open House Benefit for the Memphis Teddy Bear Project
12:00 Noon - 6:00 PM

Mass in Memory of Elvis
3:00 PM

Candlelight Vigil
8:30 PM

THURSDAY 16

Elvis: Walk A Mile In My Shoes Tour Series
9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon. Boarding at 8:30 AM.

Jerry Hopkins - The Once and Future Elvis: A Conversation
10:00 AM

George Klein's Elvis Memorial Service
12:00 Noon

D&N's Pre-Elvis Concert Dinner and Humes Benefit
4:30 PM

Elvis: The 30th Anniversary Concert
8:00 PM

Elvis: Midnight in Vegas Concert
"That's the Way It Is"
11:59 PM

FRIDAY 17
The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest - FINALE
8:00 PM

SATURDAY 18

25th Annual Elvis Presley International 5K to Benefit United Cerebral Palsy
8:00 AM

D&N's Leis for Elvis and United Cerebral Palsy
8:00 AM

Graceland Scavenger Hunt - Bears on Tour #2 of 2
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Heart and Soul Of Rock 'n' Roll Party
8:00 PM

Club Elvis at Graceland
9:00 PM - 12:00 Midnight

SUNDAY 19

Information for events presented on this date is forthcoming.

MULTIPLE-DATE EVENTS

Walk-Up Times for the Meditation Garden
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM daily. Evening walk-up dates/times TBA.

The Elvis Presley International Art Show - Fan Art From The Graceland Archives
July 27 - August 18

Elvis Fan Club Festival
August 10-15. 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Live Entertainment Tent at the Elvis After Dark Complex
August 10-18. Day and night.

Live Entertainment at EP Delta Kitchen & Bar - Jamie Aaron Kelley
Nightly, August 11-16.

Memphian Theatre Tours
August 11-17. 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Tours of Lauderdale Courts
August 11-18.

Elvis Week Art Contest & Exhibit
Daily, August 11-19.

Children and Youth Karaoke
August 12, 15 & 18, 11:00 AM 3:30 PM.

Children's Crafts
Daily, August 13-18, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

Tour of the Elvis Presley Memorial Trauma Center
August 14-17. By appointment.

Budweiser Clydesdales at Graceland
August 14-18, daily. Times TBA.

Elvis Bingo
Dates &times TBA.

COMING IN EARLY?

In this section we events that start and finish before Elvis Week officially begins:

August 10 - Elvis Meet Up at Marlowe’s
7:00 PM

Sounds great fun and like it will be an Elvis Week to remember, I can't help wondering though how much this will generate for EPE?

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