They say a picture is worth a 1000 words. Sometimes yes - sometimes not, so I am adding some words to go with the pics below :)
The pics of Steve are him receiving the album that had photos submitted by a great many Bucky fans of Steve live at shows. He was thrilled with the gift and thanks everyone. I could tell it is a gift that will mean a lot to him for years to come. Steve - you are most welcome from ALL of us, and we are glad you enjoy the gift and the thought behind it. Sorry there wasn't a card, the thought escaped me - but I did inscribe the inside first page, so that should do.
The pics of Bucky with a gift are indeed pics of Bucky opening his gift from the fan club. As many of you know, a dedicated Bucky fan helped to set up an account with St. Jude's Childrens Hospital under which fans can donate in Bucky's name. He received a card detailing the reason behind the certificate and photo along with the amount donated. After reading the card he then opened the photo and certificate. Regretfully we cannot show the childs photo, but we have included pics of the certificate itself including a close-up shot from Buckyfan3 (note - she is the dedicated Bucky fan mentioned above who helped to set this awesome idea up!)
Bucky loved the certificate and the very thought that the fan club did this thrilled him. This account is going to remain at St. Jude's under Bucky's name for years to come, and I hope we can revisit the page now and then and donate some spare change. Every little bit adds up, and while I regret not being able to donate for the holiday gift I do plan to give in the future when budget permits. (I am sure Bucky would have been equally thrilled with my towing bill and new tire that I had to buy to even get to the show....argh). Anyhow - those are the stories behind the pics. The pic at the very bottom with Bucky holding his heart while singing was during "To Hold a Woman". The shot touches me deeply and I felt I should share it with you. On that note, I am sharing it again today. It is a window to his soul, and shows just how passionate he is about his music as well as his fans.
