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Bobbie Hayes's avatar

I enjoyed this then, more than 10 years ago and still enjoying it today. Wish I could’ve been at Shrewsbury to see you with the sentiment again.

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Wendy-Jane Walton's avatar

Jonathan, I love re-reading this so much. I was one of the two thousand there that first night, and waited a long time to see you again on stage last night; it was a joy. A revolution’s just a circle after all, as I quoted today on meeting friends for the second time as we walked in different directions around the site. Welcome back!

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Jonathan Byrd's avatar

Thank you Wendy-Jane. It was great to be back.

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Sibyl White's avatar

I’d wondered in Edinburgh last month if everyone knew the ropes re the key card. I don’t recall the first time I had your same experience.

I don’t know how I missed this recounting from 2012—guess cause it’s hit or miss on Fb. But I do recall reading that you tore up the place and ran out of merch…is that right? An incredible treat for the planet that you’re back. XO

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Jonathan Byrd's avatar

Yes my first time in Shrewsbury the reception was amazing!

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Jenni from Raleigh's avatar

I've had a couple similar experiences. In one hotel, I could not for the life of me figure out how to transition the water flow from the tub faucet to the shower head. I finally had to call the front desk.

And several of the hotels we stayed at on a tour of France had motion detectors in the hallways. Step out of your room and the hall lights go on. After a few minutes, the lights go off. I was lingering in the hallway talking to someone when the lights went out, and our startled jump reactivated them.

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Jonathan Byrd's avatar

I love those quirky travel experiences! Thanks for reading, Jenni.

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