Back to My Youth

Ahhh, to be young again. I got to go back in time (sort of) and relive one of the most profound experiences of my existence...New Kids on the Block! Yes, I admit, I was a "blockhead". I was a crazy fanatic whose walls were literally covered with their posters. Joe McIntyre was my favorite and occupied the wall right next to my bed. The entire wall. Even the ceiling was papered with their cute smiles. I finally grew out of them during the first months of 8th grade, but they'll always hold a special place in my heart. So much, in fact, that I spent a ridiculous amount of money to see them in L.A. during their reunion tour! And I have to tell you, they were awesome! I originally bought the ticket for nosalgia reasons, not expecting them to be very good or anything. But, let me tell you, they really know how to put on a show! Nearly 40 years old and they danced and sang and entertained for over 2 hours! I had such a great time! I went with my good friends Michelle and Jen, and Michelle's sister Jenny. It was quite strange to be at a New Kid show without my fellow fanatic fan Shannon by my side--we've been to 4 shows together! She was there, but sitting in a different spot. It was all sort of surreal. But, it was fantastic! I have to say though, I think I am defecting over to being a Jordan fan. He's aged incredibly well, and Joe no longer has that cute baby-faced look to him that I was originally attracted to. I think, also, that my taste has changed and Jordan is much closer to my current taste for men (what with him being tall, dark, and handsome--almost as tall, dark, and handsome as my husband!). So, I went to the concert and had a blast and thought I'd tell you about it. New Kids forever!