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Elvis has touched many hearts, and it is still wonderful to see his light shining through all of you.

God Bless!

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THE GIFT AND THE LEGACY OF ELVIS AARON PRESLEY

As a teenage girl in the l950s, I saw Elvis Presley as most teenagers did…WOW! Now, as a sixty-four year old grandmother, I see so much more. I see a man who served his country, family and fans until he could no longer stand, all because he loved God. How many people of his status do we know that have kept their entire family with them the way he did? I know of none.

I am very perceptive when reading body language, especially the eyes. Watching Elvis all these years, I know that he wanted to be remembered for more than singing Hound Dog and screaming girls. I believe he would be happy to know that his kin and fans have come together to use his name and celebrity to honor the past for the future of America.

I looked into the eyes of Elvis and saw a kind man with a huge heart. I saw a man who was never ashamed to show his love for God and the traditions that make countries and families strong. Often I saw pain, but I never saw retaliation.

Elvis was a joygiver and he gave with a glad heart and soul. What a wonderful legacy he left us in his music. Whose Spirit does not soar when listening to America The Beautiful, The American Trilogy, If I can Dream, I Will Remember You and Softly I Will Leave You? His Gospel songs always uplift and inspire. Even his songs and movies about romantic love and fun have positive messages.

Elvis was a gift and we can honor the Gift and the Giver by doing our part to see that his dream of “a better land where all his brothers walk hand in hand” comes true.

In a video of the 75th Reunion of the Battle of Gettysburg, the Union and Confederate flags are flying together. The Old Confederates are reenacting Pickett’s Charge and the Old Union Soldiers are cheering them on. They all shake hands at the top. If they could do that, why can’t we?

We cannot rewrite history and grow. We can choose to rise above judgments and see the good in all.

Elvis was an American and a Son of the South. He was not allowed to freely be in America, yet he accepted his role gracefully. I, for one, am so proud of him. I hope we can carry on what he started by living an example of brotherhood for those who follow us. Let’s work to see that our historic grounds and heritage remain sacred.

Elvis was not an idol or a king. He was an imperfect man whose love was perfect. Let’s do him proud. Hey Elvis! We love you and we’re gonna’ get ‘er done! Thank you…Thank you very much.

Bette M. Goodson
Virginia

Thank you, Bette! God Bless you.

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Check this out!!!! From Karen M.~Thanks, Karen!

Karen sent us a photo of Elvis and Idol winner Taylor Hicks, a half 'n half combination of both men. Amazingly, they both equal Elvis!

See for yourself:

C'mon Elvis fans! Let us hear from you on how Taylor Hicks is similar to or reminds you of Elvis...

Thank you all for your submissions! This is a place where Elvis' fans can and will be heard. You are much appreciated for your loyalty and devotion to Elvis, and he would still love you all dearly for it...

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On Elvis and Taylor...

No one will ever replace Elvis. We all know that. For the first time, however, there is a new musician that somehow sings and performs so that I feel that "Elvis feeling" in my heart and soul. I can't explain it in words. I just know that I have "Elvis week" from American Idol saved on my TV and still feel the excitement when Taylor Hicks comes down the aisle singing and dancing. Then I fast forward to "In the Ghetto" and the Soul/Gospel side of Elvis resonates in his voice somehow.

I admit to being old school and had never downloaded music before watching Taylor Hicks do Elvis songs. I had to have my kids show me how. Now I'm listening to music far more than I have in years. I have Elvis and many other great artists on my computer along with some soulful tunes recorded by Taylor Hicks prior to his being on American Idol. What a fun musical revival!

No, he's not Elvis, but in some profound and unexplainable way he captures the same spirit.

Pamela Wallace ~
Tampa, Florida

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I believe we are seeing the start of the “Elvis” mania again in Taylor Hicks! I saw Elvis as a young woman and the chills still remain…I came home that day and said,”don’t touch me I belong to Elvis!”. The magic Elvis created was beyond and other!

I was at the Idol concert and it was a very controlled audience until Taylor came out….it was the same electricity I felt watching Elvis. I know I have not said anything different here..but I know what I feel. This is our chance to feel the music again Taylor is a new look at the soul like Elvis was.

“It’s music man”…that’s was I felt about Elvis and now again the same with Taylor!

Two men with their music in their souls letting us in!

Kathie Williams~

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This Taylor Hicks looks so much like Elvis but he will never be another Elvis even tho I love love love Taylor Hicks and his music. I do think Taylor will be the next king of soul.

Devonna Baisden~
Williamson Wv

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More on Elvis and Taylor, 2008...

Cindy Wright is a fan of Elvis and also a fan of Taylor Hicks. Fans of both continue to compare the two musicians and to some there seems to be little difference between the two. Following is an excerpt submitted by Cindy from "Taylor's Poetic Heart:"

I was only 10 when Elvis died. My whole family parents, Grandma, Aunts, and Uncles were huge fans so I grew up with Elvis. I remember as a kid I even understood how much of a loss it was too loose Elvis. I cried and was so disappointed I had never seen him in concert and now never would. As a teen in the 80s I stayed a devoted fan of Elvis. Everyone knew no one meant as much to me as Elvis. Sure I listened to the popular music of the time but whenever I felt sad or needed a lift a Elvis song was the magic I needed. As an adult my husband and some family thought I was crazy to still play Elvis and they still sometimes complain but they know it is a waste of their time. I never thought I would ever be as involved with any other musician and love their music as much as Elvis. But then there was American Idol in 2006.

Something about Taylor Hicks just got my complete attention. I saw him the first night he appeared on the show and I told my husband he would win it if the public voted on talent. As each week passed I rooted and voted more and more for Taylor. Then came Elvis week. I do not like many people who cover Elvis songs. I told my husband I hope he doesn¢t mess this up but I had a feeling he would nail it, He did! I gradually started noticing that there were some facial expressions that Elvis and Taylor shared. One thing is for sure no one since Elvis had ever captured my attention so much that I would buy anything they recorded and be so excited to see them on TV, concerts, interviews, etc, That is until Taylor Hicks. I can¢t explain why, I have given up trying; that is just the way it is. Taylor has the charisma and the spark that Elvis had. You can feel it when he performs. It¢s in his heart and soul.

Cindy Wright
Ohio

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