Hi all!

I used to subscribe to this mailing list 8 years ago and just recently re-subscribed. I'm so happy a Police reunion is finally happening after all these years, even if it is just 3 songs.

I was interested to read the thread on what a "true" fan is made of. I consider myself a big fan of the Police even though I was too young to see them perform live. I think if you still listen to and love their music, then you're a fan. Having money and connections to travel the world to see Sting is nice but it doesn't make you a bigger/better fan. I'm jealous as hell of people who can afford to buy autographed guitars, memorabilia, etc. but there's nothing wrong with doing that- that's all part of being a fan. You want to be as close as you can to the artist as much as possible. You're on this list and the band broke up over 15 years ago!!! You're all "fanatics" and so am I.

I am going to make the time and effort to get my ass to NYC on March 10th. I just want to be there and I'd love to party with anyone on the list who is also going. I'd love to see the tribute bands get gigs in NYC. I don't have a ticket to the HOF nor do I know anyone in the music biz. I'm totally inspired by all the stories of luck, hard work and timing that have been written by all of you over the last few months. This may be the only time I'll ever get to see them perform live. If I do go and don't see the show-- well, I won't regret trying and I'm definitely going to try my damndest! New York is a great city anyway.

If there are any others on this list who are definitely going to be in NYC in March and would like to meet up I'd love to hear from you. I've met a lot of other Police strangers/fans over the years and believe me they're rare. It would be great to spend an evening in New York sharing stories. Thanks for reading this far.

Chris