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Post by Badactor on Dec 11, 2018 15:40:20 GMT -5
I'm scheduled to do the radio show next Wednesday, December 19th,
at noon with Lillian Vasquez on KVCR. The show will be on the first week in January, 2019.
This will be an excellent opportunity to promote the current
Piano & Song: Memories of Music tour of elder-care communities. Steve and I will be playing this evening and again on Thursday afternoon.
Lillian is also a HUGE fan of horse racing, so I will certainly be inviting
listeners to visit our UpInClass Horse Racing Forum. I'm excited about this!
Only 15 days to Opening Day @ Santa Anita Park... The Great Race Place!
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Post by Dell Yount on Dec 11, 2018 23:51:57 GMT -5
There is something truly heartwarming about singing to someone who is 100 years old.
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Post by PonyGirlJCM on Dec 12, 2018 6:35:29 GMT -5
I am sure the 100 year old you sang to felt it too....sure it brightened their day....
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Post by shoes on Dec 12, 2018 9:31:52 GMT -5
Dell,
That is terrific. Having spent a lot of time in recent years at senior and assisted living facilities with my parents and the mother of a close friend, I know how much they look forward to and appreciate the people that come in and share music with them.
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Post by On the radio... on Dec 19, 2018 14:52:32 GMT -5
Have arrived at the kvcr studios and I'm about to begin the show!
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Post by tc on Dec 19, 2018 17:18:21 GMT -5
good luck, Dell...hope the appearance goes well.
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Post by Dell on Dec 19, 2018 20:00:41 GMT -5
The radio show went very well... Because there is music it will take a little extra time to edit the show, so the air date will likely be the end of January or the beginning of February.
After leaving the studio, we traveled to a local Elder Care community and did what we do for a lovely group of folks!
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Post by PonyGirlJCM on Dec 19, 2018 20:12:44 GMT -5
Looks like you truly made her day...plus
5 Reasons Why Singing Out Loud Is Good For You Feel Happier. When you sing out loud your body releases endorphins and increases levels of oxytocin, meaning your mood is lifted and you feel happier. ... Improve Lung and Heart Health. Leave your sneakers at home and break out the hairbrush! ... Live Longer. ... Build Relationships. ... Enhanced Memory and Concentration.
Physical Benefits of Singing Singing strengthens the immune system. ... Singing is a workout. ... Singing improves your posture. ... Singing helps with sleep. ... Singing is a natural anti-depressant. ... Singing lowers stress levels. ... Singing improves mental alertness. ... Singing can widen your circle of friends.
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Post by Badactor on Dec 20, 2018 0:06:34 GMT -5
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Post by Badactor on Dec 29, 2018 11:36:49 GMT -5
Opening Day @ Santa Anita was my 9th day at a window. Big crowd meant no time for photos and interested onlookers.
Heading out again today to make myself available for work. 10 days @ the window and I can join PMEG. Gettin' better all the time!
WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL NEWS!!! I woke up this morning and discovered this e-mail:
Dell,
I am gifting you a $500 share of the four French yearling fillies I purchased in October at the Arqana sale.
We are hoping they all run as 2yo’s and we can turn a nice profit by selling into a hot bloodstock market.
Your share won’t decrease in value, it may increase, but it should provide you with some fun going forward.
No expenses on your end. Cash in during the year when you win the Saratoga National Anthem contest!
The fillies are currently getting their early training in the French countryside and there won’t be much to report
for a couple of months. I am impressed with how you have turned things around since Travers 2017
and this is my way of saying congrats. The list of the fillies is on a thread in the Breeding Forum Oct 21 Arqana Sale. Feel free to share the news on the forum or keep it quiet, your decision.
In Friendship, Jim (Hooper)
Since returning from Oklahoma and coming home to California...
I've been a horse player, a hot-walker, a bather of thoroughbreds, I have mucked out stalls, worked the pari-mutuel windows,
helped folks find their seats and the sandwich carving stations, shown patrons how to get from the grandstands to the infield,
and now... right now as you read this post... I AM AN OWNER!!!
THANK YOU, JIM... this truly is a dream come true.
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Post by tc on Dec 29, 2018 12:08:50 GMT -5
congrats, Dell. And, great gesture by Hoop. This truly is a classy place! Hope they all turn out to be champions...it would be a fitting conclusion to this story.
Hope 2019 is a great year for the both of you.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 30, 2018 12:28:59 GMT -5
Up in Class indeed....
Je regarderai avec grand intérêt la carrière des pouliches françaises
Bonne chance mes amis!
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Post by PonyGirlJCM on Dec 30, 2018 13:40:01 GMT -5
What a wonderful a gift Hooper..... Hope 2019 holds success and wonderful things for all here at UIC.......
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Post by frangooch on Dec 30, 2018 15:46:43 GMT -5
It's called karma, Del. I look at those videos of you in the senior homes, and it's clear that you have some goodness coming back your way.
Hoop, you are an amazing man.
Happy New Year to you both.
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Post by Dell on Jan 5, 2019 14:55:53 GMT -5
Writing from Santa Anita... Looks like I'm stuck on 9. No window today. Needed today to get my 10th day to join pmeg. Today is the eligibility cut off to qualify for the next group of union inductees. Next opportunity to join will be in 6 months. I'll have my required days by then. Onward!!!
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Post by Piano & Song on Jan 12, 2019 1:27:59 GMT -5
Promos start airing tomorrow for the show on Jan 17th. I will post a link for the show after it airs on Thursday. :-)
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Post by Radio Show Promo on Jan 13, 2019 12:12:42 GMT -5
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Post by eye123 on Jan 13, 2019 12:27:14 GMT -5
Very cool !
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Post by PonyGirlJCM on Mar 5, 2019 2:38:24 GMT -5
Best of luck to Dell on Wednesday the 6th.....
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Post by Badactor on Mar 5, 2019 10:23:43 GMT -5
Quick Catch Up:
The radio show was a success. I've booked several shows since
my episode of "Lifestyles with Lillian Vasquez" aired in January!
I also picked up my 10th day at the windows as a Pari-Mutuel Clerk, and I'm scheduled to work again at Santa Anita on Saturday, March 9th. That will be my 11th appearance selling winning tickets to happy gamblers. I really do enjoy the experience of working at the race track... it's a fun job!
As for Wednesday...
well folks, it's "Riders Up!" for this actor tomorrow @ 3pm.. I have an appointment to meet an agent in West Hollywood. If all works out the way I want - I'll be auditioning again soon. Bringing a stack of new pictures with resume printed on the back. It's my version of "a chip and a chair" and... I am ALL IN!!!
I would like to thank all of my friends here on the forum for the kindness you have shared with me throughout this remarkable journey...
You folks are the best and I couldn't have made it back from oblivion without you!
Very truly yours, Dell.
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Post by PonyGirlJCM on Mar 6, 2019 8:50:44 GMT -5
Keeping best thoughts today for Dell with his interview.....
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Post by Badactor on Mar 7, 2019 2:57:29 GMT -5
The interview was fantastic!!! Ms. Courtney Peldon @ AQUA TALENT
has agreed to represent me as my new
Theatrical Agent (Film, Television, New Digital Media). She wants me to get better and more diverse headshots. There is a website, Actors Access, where I need to download photos and an actors' reel for casting directors to peruse... I feel good about the possibilities ahead of me. This could be it.
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Post by otis0930 on Mar 7, 2019 9:33:43 GMT -5
Dell, I have no doubt we will be seeing you on the screen again and am looking forward to it. You've got this.
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Post by Hooper on Mar 7, 2019 9:38:37 GMT -5
Your agent went to Skidmore. Ask her about Saratoga. Hooper
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Post by Badactor on Mar 26, 2019 22:16:37 GMT -5
Been very busy lately... performing at elder-care communities. Santa Anita is up and running again,
so I will be back at the pari-mutuel windows. My new agent asked for an actor's reel to submit for casting.
E-mailed this to Courtney today: "I added the video at ActorsAccess... betting everything I have on you and me. Let's make it to the winners circle together! You attended Skidmore - ever go the races @ Saratoga?"
Good Luck, Dell Yount.
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Post by Badactor on Mar 27, 2019 10:12:12 GMT -5
None of us gets anywhere worthwhile without the kindness,
support and encouragement of so many people along the way.
Here, on the eve of the beginning of my 59th year in this world,
I want to say THANK YOU to each of you who have shared your support,
genuine affection and friendship with me... you are truly and deeply appreciated!
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Post by shoes on Mar 27, 2019 11:10:59 GMT -5
Love the reel Del! Happy Birthday.
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Post by tc on Mar 27, 2019 11:22:17 GMT -5
happy birthday, Dell.
Hope you have a splendid day.
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Post by tims70ar on Mar 27, 2019 14:36:40 GMT -5
Happy birthday and good luck.
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Post by turffan on Mar 28, 2019 6:33:51 GMT -5
Happy birthday!
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