saturday 9: i’ll be loving you (forever)

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1) A Greek philosopher said, “There is nothing permanent except change.” The New Kids on the Block sang, “I’ll be loving you forever.” Who do you think is right? Or can both be right?

I don’t think they are necessarily mutually exclusive. Love can change over time, but it doesn’t mean it goes away. It can, sure. But I don’t think absolutes exist.

2) In this week’s song, New Kids lead singer Jordan Knight sings that he can’t take a broken heart. What advice would you give someone struggling through the end of a romance?

Own the feelings. Or they will sit with you forever. Own them, take whatever responsibility for your part (and your part only), and remind yourself that every day brings new possibilities.

3) Jordan was invited to join the New Kids on the Block by his friend, Donnie Wahlberg. Has a friend ever gotten you a job?

Not necessarily gotten me a new job, but I’ve had friends tell me about job opportunities which I’ve then gotten.

4) Donnie began his show business career as a singer/rapper. Now he’s probably better known as an actor, appearing for 14 seasons on a popular police show. Can you name it?

Blue Bloods, I think.

5) Much of the video for this song was filmed in the gymnasium of Xavier High School in New York City. When is the last time you were in a high school gym?

Several years ago, when my youngest was still in school!

6) The video also shows the boys enjoying pizza. What toppings are on your dream pizza?

Come for me. Pineapple, ham, and pepperoni.

7) The band is back together! The New Kids on the Block will be appearing this summer at the Park MGM in Las Vegas. Do you have any concert plans this year?

Not really. I live on O’ahu, and most of the bands I’d like to see don’t ever come here.

8) In 1989, when this song was popular, Irish golfer Rory McIlroy was born. He recently won the prestigious Masters Tournament. Tell us about a competition you won. (Yes, your third grade spelling bee counts.)

Oh, my. I don’t even remember!

9) Random question – On which game show would you do better: Jeopardy! or Wheel of Fortune?

Jeopardy, hands down. I watch it with my husband and one of my kids every evening. And we watch every version. We’re nerds.