Blake Shelton – God Gave Me You

by PJ Walsh on April 30, 2012

There is a reason I love country music. If you listen to too much you might find yourself with an urge to end your life by jumping off a train trestle or water tower. Nothing captures the landscape of America better (well except “The Boss”) to me. I’ve been a Blake Shelton fan way before “The Voice”. In 2001 I heard “Austin” and was completely blown away! I have to say the same for this song. I have been listening to it over & over for months!

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An Email From A Soldier

by PJ Walsh on March 11, 2012

The media has been covering a few stories lately that has put individuals in our armed forces in a bad light. In every large organization there are bad elements. These are humans. I by no means condone the actions I have been reading about. Just want people to remember the United States Armed Forces is a very large group of people. These stories are just a tiny number in the scale of brave people who serve. I know this because I served & spend a lot of time with people that currently do.  I have found a few meat-heads on occasion. Much like the “real” world. But for the very most part they are thoughtful, caring & brave people who stand for something. They stand next to each other when called upon. Now the people that make the called upon decision… Not a fan!

 I open my email inbox and this happened…

Subject: Hey From (MAJ)
PJ,
Hey, you may not remember me but you performed an amazing show at Dogwood Iraq in 2005. Yep, I know it’s been very long time. Since then I’ve been deployed to Afghanistan in 2009 and now, I’m back in Afgahnistan for another deployment.
Hope all is going well with you. I have this saying, “You meet people in life for a reason” in most cases it’s just to meet…. but you never forget them. You’re a person I will never forget.
Best wishes, 
Somehow whenever my mind strays off into the what I haven’t done, what I don’t have … all that just useless way of thinking. The universe sets me straight with how blessed I am. What an amazing life I live. “You meet people in life for a reason” goes both ways. Thank you Major! I also will never forget. I will also never forget this represents who serves our country. Great individuals like the major. I’m not an “armchair quarterback” with opinions achieved by reading & watching the news. I have been there. In the media they say “if it bleeds it leads”. The truth is not as selling. Good people willing to risk their lives for us.  Sad that is not a top story daily.

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St.Patrick’s Day – Special Return To Hollywood Show!

March 6, 2012

Returning to Los Angeles for the 1st performance this year of my “award winning” one person theatrical comedy show on St. Patrick’s Day (Saturday, March 17th @4PM) VERY FITTING for an Irishman like Tis Self! Please join me! Showtime – 4PM (perfect time to get you started for the night) Tickets are $15 Buy online here http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/234039 [...]

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R.I.P. Whitney Houston – Sorry I Slept Through Your Concert.

February 12, 2012

I saw Whitney Houston in concert when I was either a sophomore or junior in High School. We are talking Whitney at the very top of her game! “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” Whitney! Let’s be honest. Who doesn’t watch “The Bodyguard” in its entirety whenever the chance arises? For years I have told the [...]

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Super Bowl

February 6, 2012

Super Bowl XXV played on January 27, 1991. The NY Giants beat the Buffalo Bills as I stood in a barracks lobby in Field Medical Service School at Camp Johnson Jacksonville, NC. Surrounded by focus, trust & an un-voiced fear. Surrounded by my shipmates. Tonight somehow brought me back to that moment. The place in [...]

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Stand Up Comedy

January 4, 2012

A new year requires some new stand up comedy. This was taken from my October 9th show at The Town Crier in Pawling, NY. Part of my 30 Shows In 30 Day to raise money for local Veterans. Thank you H.G.Fairfield Arts Center For The Environment for sponsoring a phenomenal tour!

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“OVER THERE: Comedy Is His Best Weapon” Coming To Woodstock, NY

December 6, 2011

Bearsville Theater  - 291 Tinker St., Woodstock, NY  “OVER THERE: Comedy Is His Best Weapon” Wednesday, 12/28/11 Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm Tickets: $20 GA W/ Special Guest: Patrick Carlin Purchase tickets *HERE* A Portion Of The Proceeds From “OVER THERE” Go To Benefit Local Veterans And Their Families. *Also 12/16 & 17 Performing Stand Up Comedy [...]

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NYC – “All For One Theatre Festival” Show One Audience Reaction!

November 15, 2011

The “All For One Theatre Festival” is simply TOP NOTCH! I cannot say enough about how much of a pleasure it is to be working with this fine group! Show one Saturday night 11/12/11 was completely phenomenal! I’m really looking forward to closing the festival out this Sunday night 9PM (11/20/11) at Theatre 80 St. [...]

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All For One Theatre Festival – November 12 & 20 “Solo Show” Performances In NYC

November 3, 2011

I will be doing 2 performances of my solo show in New York City as part of the All For One Theatre Festival. All For One Theater Festival is a non-profit organization presenting outstanding solo shows that inform and inspire, together with workshops and panels to enhance the development and appreciation of solo performance. The Theater Festival serves as [...]

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CANCELLED – Saturday, Oct 29th Performance At Paramount Center For The Arts in Peekskill, NY Due To Impending Winter Storm Watch

October 28, 2011

Very bummed about this gang :>( DATED: October 28, 2011 P J WALSH SHOW AT PARAMOUNT CENTER FOR THE ARTS CANCELLED As a result of the impending Winter Storm Watch, issued by the National Weather Center,  H.G. Fairfield Arts Center for the Environment is canceling the PJ Walsh comedy show to benefit local veterans, scheduled [...]

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