"Oh, We're half way there . . . Whoa, Livin on a Prayer"

When I was little I remember thinking that my aunts Sheila and Amber were so cool.  I loved riding in the back of their car when they would blast the 80's music and loved having dance parties in my Grandparents front room to the sounds of bands like Roxette and Def Leppard.  They even had a poster above their bed, where we took our naps, of Def Leppard.  Needless to say, I grew up listening to 80's hair bands and have had a real love for them my whole life thanks to Sheila and Amber's influence.  

That being said, Bon Jovi was always my favorite and last Wednesday I was able to mark something off of my list of things to do before I die . . . See BON JOVI live!!!

(It's My Life)

It was so much fun and the crowd was so great! Jon Bon Jovi was just as hot as he's ever been, which I probably shouldn't say considering he's old enough to be my dad.  But it's true and he had more energy than anyone in there.  I had a blast and would see them again in a heartbeat.  I danced, sang my heart out, waved my hands and even screamed a little when my favorite songs came on.  They sang more of their old songs than their new ones which made it so much more fun.  I was even tempted to go again the next night.  It was an awesome experience and something I will never forget.  I really hope that they continue touring so that I can go again someday.  

(Runaway)

(You Give Love a Bad Name) 

This video shows the entire arena singing along. The person who filmed it had crappy seats behind the stage but was able to capture the audience and what the band sees really well.