Tuesday, June 5, 2012
3 steps from Elvis Presley Game (by Jeff Schrembs)
There is a well known “game” entitled “six degrees of separation Kevin Bacon” or something similar. However, you can connect Elvis to just about anyone in three steps (excluding starting from Elvis).
Here is an example. Let’s say you want to connect Brad Pitt to Elvis.
STEP # 1 – Elvis to Telly Salavas (Telly bought a home Elvis owned in 1975).
STEP # 2 – Telly Salavas is Jennifer Aniston’s godfather
STEP # 3 – Jennifer Aniston dated Brad Pitt.
Get the picture? Give it a try and if you get stuck then ADMIT YOUR STUCK AND ASK FOR HELP. That’s the rules as I made this game up. Enjoy.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Update about Jeffrey Schrembs & www.ElvisCollector.info
ISSUED: May 16, 2012
We are pleased to announce that www.ElvisCollector.info is being converted from Office Live to Office 365 and should be fully converted by May 30, 2012. This conversion has caused interruptions in our website page viewing, the content being visible, the audio and video files disabled, and access to our email accounts to be denied. We appreciate your patience and we will issue email responses throughout the next few weeks knowing that there will be delays in sending and receiving which is unavoidable. Nonetheless progress is being made along with enhancements, and improvements, which we believe will make us the premier Elvis Presley Collector, and Fan, Website on the Internet.
Also, www.ElvisCollectorWorldwide.freeforums.org is in the beta testing phase and should be fully operational by the fall of 2012. You can become a member for free and start sharing, posting, listening to audio and video files, etc. right now. Individuals who become members now, and refer ten people who themselves become members, will receive numerous benefits including an 8 x 10 limited edition numbered certificate that is not only beautiful but will be highly sought after. We encourage everyone to take advantage of becoming a member now.
On a personal note concerning Mr. Jeff Schrembs he asked us to convey his deep felt appreciation, thanks, love, etc. to everyone who has; written, emailed, posted words of support and encouragement, etc. these past few weeks We are all hoping that Jeff will be feeling well enough to return and share his unique insights. He has been humbled and deeply moved by each and every one of you so please continue to keep him in your thoughts and your prayers.
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Friday, April 20, 2012
Praying for Sonny West's complete recovery April 20, 2012
There are (sadly) reports that Sonny West’s medical condition has deteriorated and that he is in the hospital for heart related issues and is not doing well.
Please join us in offering your; condolences, prayers, thoughts, support, etc. for Sonny West – his family – Sandi Pichon – Red West – etc.
We wish Sonny West a full recovery and offer our support, and prayers, to everyone involved.
Take care and may God bless you.
Jeffrey Schrembs
2012 All Rights Reserved
Please join us in offering your; condolences, prayers, thoughts, support, etc. for Sonny West – his family – Sandi Pichon – Red West – etc.
We wish Sonny West a full recovery and offer our support, and prayers, to everyone involved.
Take care and may God bless you.
Jeffrey Schrembs
2012 All Rights Reserved
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Our condolences to Joe Esposito & Family re:death of Martha Esposito
Our love, support, thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to Joe Esposito and to each member of his family concerning the death of Martha Esposito.
It is with great sadness that we have confirmed that Joe Esposito’s’ (beloved) wife Martha died on March 20, 2012. It is our wish, hope, and prayer that God grant Joe Esposito – his family – loved ones – etc., the strength and opportunity to; mourn and to heal.
We encourage Elvis Presley Fans Worldwide to join us in sharing condolences, supportive thoughts, and prayers for Joe and his family.
Take care and may God bless you.
Jeff Schrembs
http://www.elviscollector.info/
http://www.elviscollectorworldwide.freeforums.org/
It is with great sadness that we have confirmed that Joe Esposito’s’ (beloved) wife Martha died on March 20, 2012. It is our wish, hope, and prayer that God grant Joe Esposito – his family – loved ones – etc., the strength and opportunity to; mourn and to heal.
We encourage Elvis Presley Fans Worldwide to join us in sharing condolences, supportive thoughts, and prayers for Joe and his family.
Take care and may God bless you.
Jeff Schrembs
http://www.elviscollector.info/
http://www.elviscollectorworldwide.freeforums.org/
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Whitney Houston and Elvis Presley legacies linked
Whitney Houston & Elvis Presley legacies linked (by Jeff Schrembs)
August 16, 1977 Elvis Presley died.
Two of the greatest singers, and by singers I mean could sing without the need for digital enhancements, who ever lived. Two singers who died far too soon for those who knew, were fans of, loved, etc. The latter part of their lives dissected by the glaring light of the media and individuals who carried with them inner torment that we can only speculate about but they, individually and collectively, carried with them the burdens.
There will be those who will mock, and try to mimic, the facts about their deaths occurring in bathrooms(confirmed in the case of Elvis and “insiders” state the same about Whitney Houston) and endless innuendo about “what if” and “what really happened” etc. The harsh reality is that God grants us life, which is an ordained blessing, without any guarantees of the; length, quality, etc.
To the Whitney Houston family, friends, and loved ones my God grant you the strength to endure and to (after ample time for mourning) gradually replace the hurt/sorrow/regret with fond memories…and love.
Interestingly, one of Whitney Houston’s greatest hits was the Dolly Parton song “I Will Always Love You”. During the last few years of his life Elvis himself wanted to record this song and had it not of been for the greed of Colonel Parker asking for a higher percentage of royalties/credits (note: in fairness Colonel Parker did a lot for Elvis’ career but failed Elvis in many respects). When Elvis learned that the “deal fell through” he was justifiably upset as he fell in love with this song and was looking forward to recording it.
Many people do not know that Whitney Houston’s Mother, Emily “Cissy” Houston, was part of Elvis Presley’s’ legendary backup singers (i.e. The Sweet Inspirations) as well as an integral part of Elvis live performances. Elvis and Cissy had a very good relationship and were mutually respectful of one another and admired each others singing talents.
To Whitney Houston fans around the World you will now embark on a path similar to what Elvis Presley Fans set upon in August of 1977. There will be a flood of emotions, and buying of anything/everything relating to Whitney Houston, and once the “dust settles” then the rumor mills will begin in earnest.
Be forewarned that there will be attempts to undermine the accomplishments, and the facts, by focusing on the shortcomings and the struggles. This is the true injustice for words linger and in the computer age live on well beyond the drying of the ink on the “limited edition newspapers”.
I have always enjoyed the songs Whitney Houston recorded when she first earned national praise and each year thereafter. There is something “true” about ones talent, especially when it comes to someone singing, for the vocal chords of the artist transfer from (in this case Elvis and Whitney’s) the singer directly into our ear….landing in our very soul. It is an exchange that is deeply personal, moving, and truly unique. It it something that can’t be defined but you sure know when you hear it.
May God bless the Whitney Houston family as well as every other family who today, and each day hereafter, deals with the loss of a loved one. Each life is truly precious and when the time is applicable for reflection perhaps, in some ways, it will cause us to tell those who we admire/love/respect/etc. just how much they truly mean to us. For one of the lessons of Elvis, and Whitney, is that their passing closed the door to this world and our ability to verbally convey our true thoughts/feelings.
Where one goes, when they leave this earth, can be speculated by many and debated by those with more degrees than a thermometer. But as is the case when one “hears” true talent, and discerns the truth, if we look deep enough inside we will find the knowledge that what we do on this earth carries with us in the life hereafter and that no matter how “smart” we think we are to deny our maker is to deny the blessing of life.
Whitney Houston left behind a body of work that, by any standard, was…remarkable. She was a person, with hopes and dreams, and she left behind her family that now will try to put their lives…together. She was a mother, a daughter, a wife, a cousin, a celebrity and a woman who shared her talents for all the World to see. May future generations look to her and find the strength to use whatever talents God has bestowed upon you and persevere even in times of turmoil.
February 11, 2012 is the day that Whitney Houston died. I will remember this day but I will choose to remember her more for the life she lived and the talents she shared. May she finally find peace and she be remembered in full context and her name, and legacy, be one simply of…truth.
Take care and may God bless you.
Jeff Schrembs
http://www.elviscollector.info/
2012 – All Rights Reserved
Two of the greatest singers, and by singers I mean could sing without the need for digital enhancements, who ever lived. Two singers who died far too soon for those who knew, were fans of, loved, etc. The latter part of their lives dissected by the glaring light of the media and individuals who carried with them inner torment that we can only speculate about but they, individually and collectively, carried with them the burdens.
There will be those who will mock, and try to mimic, the facts about their deaths occurring in bathrooms(confirmed in the case of Elvis and “insiders” state the same about Whitney Houston) and endless innuendo about “what if” and “what really happened” etc. The harsh reality is that God grants us life, which is an ordained blessing, without any guarantees of the; length, quality, etc.
To the Whitney Houston family, friends, and loved ones my God grant you the strength to endure and to (after ample time for mourning) gradually replace the hurt/sorrow/regret with fond memories…and love.
Interestingly, one of Whitney Houston’s greatest hits was the Dolly Parton song “I Will Always Love You”. During the last few years of his life Elvis himself wanted to record this song and had it not of been for the greed of Colonel Parker asking for a higher percentage of royalties/credits (note: in fairness Colonel Parker did a lot for Elvis’ career but failed Elvis in many respects). When Elvis learned that the “deal fell through” he was justifiably upset as he fell in love with this song and was looking forward to recording it.
Many people do not know that Whitney Houston’s Mother, Emily “Cissy” Houston, was part of Elvis Presley’s’ legendary backup singers (i.e. The Sweet Inspirations) as well as an integral part of Elvis live performances. Elvis and Cissy had a very good relationship and were mutually respectful of one another and admired each others singing talents.
To Whitney Houston fans around the World you will now embark on a path similar to what Elvis Presley Fans set upon in August of 1977. There will be a flood of emotions, and buying of anything/everything relating to Whitney Houston, and once the “dust settles” then the rumor mills will begin in earnest.
Be forewarned that there will be attempts to undermine the accomplishments, and the facts, by focusing on the shortcomings and the struggles. This is the true injustice for words linger and in the computer age live on well beyond the drying of the ink on the “limited edition newspapers”.
I have always enjoyed the songs Whitney Houston recorded when she first earned national praise and each year thereafter. There is something “true” about ones talent, especially when it comes to someone singing, for the vocal chords of the artist transfer from (in this case Elvis and Whitney’s) the singer directly into our ear….landing in our very soul. It is an exchange that is deeply personal, moving, and truly unique. It it something that can’t be defined but you sure know when you hear it.
May God bless the Whitney Houston family as well as every other family who today, and each day hereafter, deals with the loss of a loved one. Each life is truly precious and when the time is applicable for reflection perhaps, in some ways, it will cause us to tell those who we admire/love/respect/etc. just how much they truly mean to us. For one of the lessons of Elvis, and Whitney, is that their passing closed the door to this world and our ability to verbally convey our true thoughts/feelings.
Where one goes, when they leave this earth, can be speculated by many and debated by those with more degrees than a thermometer. But as is the case when one “hears” true talent, and discerns the truth, if we look deep enough inside we will find the knowledge that what we do on this earth carries with us in the life hereafter and that no matter how “smart” we think we are to deny our maker is to deny the blessing of life.
Whitney Houston left behind a body of work that, by any standard, was…remarkable. She was a person, with hopes and dreams, and she left behind her family that now will try to put their lives…together. She was a mother, a daughter, a wife, a cousin, a celebrity and a woman who shared her talents for all the World to see. May future generations look to her and find the strength to use whatever talents God has bestowed upon you and persevere even in times of turmoil.
February 11, 2012 is the day that Whitney Houston died. I will remember this day but I will choose to remember her more for the life she lived and the talents she shared. May she finally find peace and she be remembered in full context and her name, and legacy, be one simply of…truth.
Take care and may God bless you.
Jeff Schrembs
http://www.elviscollector.info/
2012 – All Rights Reserved
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Petition for Elvis Presley International Airport - please sign!
Here is the link for the petition that would rename the airport the "Elvis Presley International Airport".
Thank you!
http://www.change.org/petitions/the-international-ep-airport-foundation-renaming-memphis-airport-elvis-presley-international-airport
Jeff Schrembs
ElvisCollectorWorldwide.freeforums.org
Thank you!
Jeff Schrembs
ElvisCollectorWorldwide.freeforums.org
Friday, January 6, 2012
January 8 2012 is Elvis Presleys' 77th birthday
Sunday, January 8, 2012 will be the 77th birthday of Elvis Aron Presley. It is simultaneously a day worthy of acknowledging and a day of sadness as it reminds us; what we lost when Elvis died on August 16 1977 and that our firsthand witness to greatness/history would be…no more.
On this day I say to the Presley Family, EPE, Marty Lacker, Red West, Sonny West, Sandi Pichon, Billy Smith, Joe Esposito, Jerry Schilling, etc. and to their family members; THANK YOU and may God bless you in all of your endeavors.
I have always believed that what we do in this life has direct consequences when our life is over. That we are not constrained by our physical presence herein this World. That our essence is defined by our very soul which is our true “compass” to what is right, what is wrong, and what is true.
With that in mind I know that where ever Elvis is that he is surrounded by those who loved him, gave birth to him, were related to him, and befriended him. I have always wished that time could be “rewound” so that Elvis truly knew, in this spirit and in his soul, the impact he made on people’s lives and how much they cared for him and appreciated what he did onstage and off.
Some of my favorite stories, photos, audio files, video’s, etc. about Elvis are the most…simplstick. Elvis bending down to speak to a child, Elvis posing with children sickened by Polio, Elvis willingly participating in supporting Cancer research, Elvis reaching down from the stage to hold a beautiful little blind girl while he Mothers arms reach up.
I have always put great faith in the instinctual ability of children to be aware of other people’s intent and this “aura”. Watching Elvis throughout his life gravitate towards children, stop what he was doing to spend time with them, to pose with pictures with them, and the intensity of the interaction between Elvis and children was – is – and forever will remain….priceless. It is a sincerity and a purity of heart that sadly is far too lacking in society today.
Elvis was not a “perfect person” by any means. That is not a slight against him it is just a fact. The only perfect person ever to walk this Earth ended up crucified on a cross after being beaten beyond recognition 21012 years ago. I make this point because there should be a balance and a context when we speak about, or in this case write about, individuals and we should never manuever around the facts but embrace them for in doing so gives us an honest accord as well as a place of “agreement” in which to start honest debates.
Inasmuch as I am a diehard fan of Elvis I would trade it all in to spend just one moment with one of my loved ones who has died. I would trade it all in to be able to hold my children and to tell them I love them. For each child, I believe, is a blessing from God and that the day of their birth IS a special day for they, in whole and in part, are special. To anyone who knew Elvis they would agree that Elvis would have gladly given up his fame, and fortune, if he could have his beloved Mother Gladys with him again. That is one of the reasons why I have been an "Elvis Fan" for these (approximately) six decades now.
More important than the cakes, the wraped presents, or the location is the relationship while we are in each others presence and, equally as important, when we are not. The wisdom of the saying of “the only time mankind can fully comprehend, and therefore manage, is the present”. So, “HAPPY BIRTHDAY # 77 Elvis”!
To Elvis Presley Fans Worldwide this is a bittersweet day but one worthy of celebration. The man was truly “one of a kind” and if the measure of a person is the intensity in which others care about them then Elvis, as he was in life, remains…the greatest.
Take care and may God bless you.
Jeff Schrembs
http://www.elviscollector.info/
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2012
On this day I say to the Presley Family, EPE, Marty Lacker, Red West, Sonny West, Sandi Pichon, Billy Smith, Joe Esposito, Jerry Schilling, etc. and to their family members; THANK YOU and may God bless you in all of your endeavors.
I have always believed that what we do in this life has direct consequences when our life is over. That we are not constrained by our physical presence herein this World. That our essence is defined by our very soul which is our true “compass” to what is right, what is wrong, and what is true.
With that in mind I know that where ever Elvis is that he is surrounded by those who loved him, gave birth to him, were related to him, and befriended him. I have always wished that time could be “rewound” so that Elvis truly knew, in this spirit and in his soul, the impact he made on people’s lives and how much they cared for him and appreciated what he did onstage and off.
Some of my favorite stories, photos, audio files, video’s, etc. about Elvis are the most…simplstick. Elvis bending down to speak to a child, Elvis posing with children sickened by Polio, Elvis willingly participating in supporting Cancer research, Elvis reaching down from the stage to hold a beautiful little blind girl while he Mothers arms reach up.
I have always put great faith in the instinctual ability of children to be aware of other people’s intent and this “aura”. Watching Elvis throughout his life gravitate towards children, stop what he was doing to spend time with them, to pose with pictures with them, and the intensity of the interaction between Elvis and children was – is – and forever will remain….priceless. It is a sincerity and a purity of heart that sadly is far too lacking in society today.
Elvis was not a “perfect person” by any means. That is not a slight against him it is just a fact. The only perfect person ever to walk this Earth ended up crucified on a cross after being beaten beyond recognition 21012 years ago. I make this point because there should be a balance and a context when we speak about, or in this case write about, individuals and we should never manuever around the facts but embrace them for in doing so gives us an honest accord as well as a place of “agreement” in which to start honest debates.
Inasmuch as I am a diehard fan of Elvis I would trade it all in to spend just one moment with one of my loved ones who has died. I would trade it all in to be able to hold my children and to tell them I love them. For each child, I believe, is a blessing from God and that the day of their birth IS a special day for they, in whole and in part, are special. To anyone who knew Elvis they would agree that Elvis would have gladly given up his fame, and fortune, if he could have his beloved Mother Gladys with him again. That is one of the reasons why I have been an "Elvis Fan" for these (approximately) six decades now.
More important than the cakes, the wraped presents, or the location is the relationship while we are in each others presence and, equally as important, when we are not. The wisdom of the saying of “the only time mankind can fully comprehend, and therefore manage, is the present”. So, “HAPPY BIRTHDAY # 77 Elvis”!
To Elvis Presley Fans Worldwide this is a bittersweet day but one worthy of celebration. The man was truly “one of a kind” and if the measure of a person is the intensity in which others care about them then Elvis, as he was in life, remains…the greatest.
Take care and may God bless you.
Jeff Schrembs
http://www.elviscollector.info/
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 2012
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