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About Mara from United States: I'm a Mariah fan since the debut. Been through her entire career with her and may not always agree with every single thing she does, But i will always come to her defense when she gets attacked for being misunderstood. I am not a blind fan and relate Mariah to a sister who I would tell in a minute if something seems wrong or something of that nature. I come to this board to discuss her with people who I feel are true fans and yes, some don't always praise her to the heavens every single moment but we all are here for the same reason and we do adore her.

Re: Sucky time for Houston, Tx (78,163) (78,170) by Mara from United States My thoughts are with you Licia and all in Houston and affected areas. Praying things improve soon. (Monday 28 August 2017; 19:24)

Unforgettable remix (78,121) by Mara from United States I love this sound for MC. This sound really suits her voice right now and is so fresh. I need more of this from her. Those whistles in the background really set her sound apart from anyone in the business. This song is hot. (Saturday 26 August 2017; 05:33)

Re: Me and Mariah (77,985) (77,998) by Mara from United States CMC that is awesome. I am so happy for you. What an amazing experience that you will forever have in your memory. Love the picture. Who was she with at dinner? (Monday 21 August 2017; 04:27)

Re: Country spin (77,718) (77,721) by Mara from United States MusicfanJ I am sending you some positive vibes today. We all have those moments when we need them our way. Your posts are always good. I enjoy coming here every day too, no matter what the diverse opinions or message may be. It's my daily stop and I enjoy reading everyone's take on all things. (Friday 4 August 2017; 22:46)

Mimi's hair (77,708) by Mara from United States I really miss Mariah's real hair lately. I see a lot of comparisons to TEOM era but I don't know. It just seems too long right now and it seems the color is too brassy or like a bad bleach job at the bottom. The top seems too far back and gives a higher forehead appearance. Not quite sure what's going on with that. Maybe she wants it longer for her own personal reasons right now, but maybe a little toner on it or a better fitting wig. Just miss Mariah's natural beautiful hair and have been for a while. Ok, rant over. (Friday 4 August 2017; 05:42)

Re: M3rry Christmas (77,545) (77,548) by Mara from United States I am doing good, thank you for asking. I have surgery scheduled next week and with the help of God, all will be good. (Saturday 29 July 2017; 06:03)

Re: M3rry Christmas (77,515) (77,543) by Mara from United States Licia, that post made me spit out my drink, no lie. Thanks for the laugh. And your description on another Christmas album is exactly how I feel, lol. (Saturday 29 July 2017; 01:06)

Foxwoods show (77,509) by Mara from United States So Mariah has this random date at the Foxwoods on October 14th the year. How amazing would it be, if she totally surprised us all and made that a complete Butterfly album to commemorate the Butterfly 20th anniversary. As a surprise show, from front to back ala U2 The Joshua Tree. I was thinking about getting tickets to the show and just find it strange that it's a random show not a tour with Lionel, Sweet Fantasy, Christmas, whatever, but it does coincide with Butterfly's September 16th release date. I think I would die a complete happy fan if that happened and I think the rest of the lambs would too as there would be some kind of footage or sound from it. Any ideas as to if this is just another regular same song performance? Wouldn't it be nice if she used this little opportunity to perform some deep cuts from Butterfly and just let loose or did some raw acoustic material. One can dream Mariah. I think a show like that would get a lot of positive coverage or press, more so than not and also bring attentions and new fans or interest to Butterfly, which I'll say again is her best complete body of work to date. (Thursday 27 July 2017; 06:38)

Re: The Star (77,498) (77,508) by Mara from United States Mimi, that Christmas special, everything was beyond "on point". She looked every bit the classy dive, iconic voice that she is. She oozed class, sophistication, and beauty. I wish she showed that side to th world a little more these days. Glad a little more of it is coming through on the "All The Hits Tour". I have to admit, the Stella look is overstaying is welcome and I'm tired of it. It's sad when the Sun or the Mirror whichever one it was, notices they dress alike. On a side note, I really hope the Madison Square Garden show reminds Mariah of her love for NYC and she re-emerges in the city once again. Now Stella even got her to move her traditional Beacon shows to Las Vegas. It seems like Stella doesn't want to be in NY. Maybe her ex is out there? Who knows? I just know that it won't feel the same without her so called annual Christmas show at the Beacon this year. (Thursday 27 July 2017; 06:29)

Re: Thoughts (77,167) (77,204) by Mara from United States I just want to say a huge "thank you" B, MusicfanJ, Victor, Licia, for your prayers and well wishes, and RJ for that very comforting message that I needed to read. It's a testament to Mariah when her music is what people crave when going through tough times. Thank you again for the prayers. RJ I hope everything you went through is better now and I'll keep you in my prayers as well. (Sunday 16 July 2017; 17:55)

Thoughts (77,167) by Mara from United States Hi to all my MCArchives family. I've been away a few weeks and have been going through some health issues. If I could ask for some prayers from any of you who believe in a higher power or positive vibes, I would greatly appreciate it. I have noticed a few new faces since I have been gone and I do have to defend Eric, his website and some of us "older posters". I love that MC still is gaining young fans and I appreciate that as we know she does too. What I hate, is that us "old folks" and the young ones are so divided. I have to agree with the other posts, that we just happened to live through her "golden years" and simply know what she is capable of creating. I believe that is her blessing and curse at the same time. Mariah in her prime, was simply untouchable and could do no wrong and created masterpieces. I am so in need of a new spiritual song right now and have been spoiled since I was 15 of getting one every album all through life. I think people don't understand the Andrews and Edwards of this board would not be here if they didn't still hold hope that this woman could create something wonderful. She just seems lost and has for a while now. The last clips I saw of Vegas showed a beautiful woman who looks just over it. Like she is blank and isn't there. The Mariah I knew, checked out. It's frustrating as I still believe this woman has sit in her. Maybe her true fans are too hard on her and we should cut back. I think that may be true. That is what she always gave us though, so that is Mariah's blessing and curse at the same time. I believe she knows that and at this stage in her life, can't live up to it. I completely understand that. It's when she literally looks completely over it, stiff and medicated that worries me. If there are issues she needs to deal with, take some time off. Take some time for you, heal, find yourself. Why is she up there for the world to see this vulnerable state. It's been that way since Chanteuse to be completley honest. Why is her management allowing or pushing her to continue? She needs to soul search. She has been through life changing events having two beautiful children and then going through a divorce. There is no reason to be so public and all over TMZ when clearly she is still going through something. I still look at MC as the sister I never met, and after losing my all time fav male artist George Michael, Mariah is all I have left. I don't want to see that happen to her. I would be perfectly fine with her taking some time to heal and find herself again and come back stronger. I'm sorry if we seem like we cannot be pleased, but I know a lot of us just care about Mariah Carey the person and do not like what we are seeing before our eyes. When all we see is the Russian family and no longer Mariah's own even mother, something just seems off, and has for a few years. I am grateful we have her and she is still here for us to see perform live and I hope she kills the Lionel tour and proves those fans of his that attacked her since the announcement wrong. A part of me still wishes she would do a sit down with either Barbara, Oprah, Diane or even Matt Lauer and come clean on some things, say what she's been through. Tell the world how hard it is to be Mariah Carey, live up to that expectation, her divorce, go deeper into her childhood, explain why she takes on the diva persona, mention her voice and how it's a fragile instrument, bring up NYE, whatever. Let the world know you are human and then build up for that comeback and come back with a last vengeance. That is my wish anyhow. At this point, what does she has to lose? She has nothing but a gain. She needs some to win back the people and let them in on some things. She is public for the wrong reasons. People would be on her side again as I do believe they would like to see her back. (Saturday 15 July 2017; 06:59)

Re: Out and about in Paris (76,629) (76,671) by Mara from United States I totally agree. Every time MC is in Paris, she looks classy. Must be something about being in the City of Lights. Amazing what covering up and being in clothes that fit you properly can do. I hope she doesn't come home and resort back to the blonde Stella. (Monday 26 June 2017; 21:12)

Re: Artists you love that may surprise others (76,035) (76,040) by Mara from United States Thank you Eric. (Sunday 4 June 2017; 23:43)

Re: Artists you love that may surprise others (76,016) (76,035) by Mara from United States George Michael/Wham Tears For Fears/Roland Orzabal Tom Petty and the Heartbrakers Stevie Nicks/Fleetwood Mac Babyface Pebbles Exposé Tamia Andrea Bocelli Barbara Striesand [= Barbra Streisand] U2 Lana Del Rey Seduction Janet Luther Vandross After 7 Breathe Lisette Melendez Maxwell Paula Cole Sade Soundgarden Michael Jackson David Bowie Collie Caillat Duffy Enigma Metallica Richard Marx Toni Braxton Barenakes Ladies Blues Traveler Colin Hay/Men At Work Cranberries En Vogue Darren Hays Karyn White New Edition Sis Soul II Soul Vanessa Williams (Sunday 4 June 2017; 19:17)

Re: I was born at night, not last night (75,964) (75,995) by Mara from United States I agree B. Always said this entire situation reminds me of Anna Nicole. (Saturday 3 June 2017; 05:34)

Re: Battle of the albums round 1 (75,834) (75,846) by Mara from United States I have to go with Emotions too. While I love the debut and it was what made me a fan in the first place with songs like IDWC, LTT, VOL, AIL and Someday (I think her look in that video is iconic) sorry Mariah, I know you are embarrassed or whatever but that's the look I always wanted to emulate in my teens. But back to the music, when she released Emotions, I don't think I played anything else for months. The tone in her voice, those haunting and dark moody songs. That opening to You're So Cold, Can't Let Go (those perfectly executed and placed whistles) the doo woopy So Blessed, AYDT, the timeless Til The End Of Time and the closing of The Wind. The whole album has mood setting to it that feels complete. I feel like she felt this album more. Emotions is very underrated to be honest. (Monday 29 May 2017; 03:42)

Re: Why a beauty shop? (75,790) (75,795) by Mara from United States Exactly RibbonB. I still say Stella uses the Kartrasians as her main template for everything. Only difference is they actually have a market right now. Mariah did great with the MAC line but her herself doing a personal line is a risk. Why is she involving Stella in everything? Is she that easily lead? We know she is the one backing it, Stella, God bless her is not the ideal image of beauty when you think of skincare. What has MC's head so cloudy right now? Someone mentioned why she is involved with so many other things instead of the music. Well, again, Stella. Not only Stella, but Mariah and her bad judgement. Stella wants to milk MC's name for all it is worth and attach herself to it. She is really trying it all, and think about it, what can Stella do with music? MimiL the sad thing is, you are prob right about the cosmetic line and Mishka. In fact they will prob have Mishka and Sushi roll working the counter when she can get her working papers. Stella knows what she is doing and she won't let a good thing go that easily. MAC is an established well known make up line but that doesn't mean that this will be as successful. All this is doing is detracting MC and her attention from music. It just seems like everything is started and never finishes. It's all over the place. (Saturday 27 May 2017; 03:51)

Re: Martyn who? He is not the only victim (75,698) (75,705) by Mara from United States With all due respect, you come to this board and have the nerve to post how "you do not know who this Martyn person is" nor do you even care? Well Nick-André we here at MCA have expressed our grief and sadness over this senseless act of violence that has taken so many lives away. I have no idea who "you" are and I'm sure none of us here have, but Martyn? Martyn, we do know. Martyn was our family here and when you come to a place daily, whether it be online or a café, whatever, you begin to form familiarity and friendships with people. Martyn was "our" family here. He has been posting for over 4 years. Some of us have formed real friendships with him. So before you randomly come to a Mariah Carey message board and think we are all some Mariah fans that are showing him respect and loss "just because he was a lamb" or that we saw his name in the news and decided it was he who we were going to mourn, you couldn't be more wrong. Martyn was someone that you could just tell, lit up a room. He was the infectious energy that made you smile from being around him. That was evident by his videos, posts, things written about him by his family along with his friend. So Nick-André, I hope I have answered your question on "who this Martyn person was". You have come to Martyn's domain here and asked this question to his family. We all loved him here. We all feel the loss of the rest of the victims as well as the other senseless acts that have taken place in this new world we seem to be living in, but please don't disrespect Martyn here ever again in his "home". He will always be one of us. Not so sure who you were again? (Thursday 25 May 2017; 14:57)

Martyn you will be missed (75,664) by Mara from United States I was praying and praying for Martyn's safety and am so saddened by the news today. I know how excited he was in coming to the United States and this is all so sad and tragic. I feel like I lost someone I knew beyond a messageboard. He was one of our MCA family. I will miss his posts and how he and I other than MC appreciated other similar artists along with George Michael. Martyn, as George and Mariah both sang, "You Have Been Loved", "Til The End Of Time" my friend. *feeling heartbroken* (Wednesday 24 May 2017; 19:00)

Re: Martyn's safety (75,572) (75,597) by Mara from United States Oh no. I saw a picture on TMZ along with his name and recognized him right away. I am praying for Martyn and his family and friends while they wait to hear his whereabouts. Such a terrible tragedy and my prayers go out to everyone who lost their lives and the injured and their families. I can't even imagine how Arianna must be feeling right now as well. Martyn, we hope you are alright. (Tuesday 23 May 2017; 18:11)

Re: Mariah loosing a lot of fans thread (75,544) (75,562) by Mara from United States Perfectly said Stacey. Right there with you all. (Tuesday 23 May 2017; 03:57)

Media attention (75,496) by Mara from United States You know, what I don't understand is why all this constant shallow addiction to the media. The constant nightly dinners so she can be photographed. She has taken over for Kim K at this point. Going backwards instead of forward. I just dont understand the logic here. What has happened to her really? Has it ever occurred to them that she would get just as much if not more and classier media attention if she was photographed doing something "good" with her money. Throw on a damn t shirt, cover them up, wear a pair of decent blue jeans or better yet, joggers and do some charity. Surprise some kids who could use a moment in their life. Volunteer somewhere, get that photograph and coverage if that is what she so desperately seeks. At least she could be doing something good with her platform instead of this shallow "look at me with my diamonds and expensive bags, belts, cars". It is all so offputting and distasteful. She should pay a visit to camp Mariah and have Mishka snap a pic there. Sounds shallow, but my point is she might as well do good if she is so addicted to attention. Whoever said Mariah is throwing us the middle finger, I think is right. We noticed how the Russians have made such an impact in her style and mannerisms and I noticed someone online put a link to Mishka's instgram and she is drinking clinging glasses stating "cheers to the haters". I do think Mariah's attitude is very similar at this point. But enough with th useless pap photos, go do something beneficial. She is always the first to say she always wants to remind her kids how not everyone has all this and you have to work. It would help her image, respect, inner peace and her children. (Sunday 21 May 2017; 17:31)

Tanaka/MC dinner tonight (75,480) by Mara from United States Ok, come on Mariah. Even soap operas look more real than that picture I saw online of them sitting in the same side of a booth directly turned toward one another and kissing and then him feeding her something. What the hell exactly is going on? Who thinks this is a good look? I don't understand her logic. Stealla, I say Stealla now because she is stealing what class MC had, Stealla, I am so beyond annoyed with you at this point. Mariah, I am annoyed right now. Again, if it were real, ok, we all go back with people or have in our life at some point. But this is just so beyond staged and made for the cameras that I just can't anymore. It's like they tried with hot spot pics with Nick and trotted all over town for the headlines, something happened along the way, Nick was tired of the bullshit and bowed out of the circus? I don't know. So now we enter Tanaka all over again after they trashed him in the tabloids and voila Nick is quiet again, no more public family time etc. I just wish Stella and her empowered girls would be banished. I honestly don't know what will be of MC anymore. I am sick of this at this point. (Sunday 21 May 2017; 06:26)

Re: Ages? (75,395) (75,447) by Mara from United States Thanks MimiL. (Saturday 20 May 2017; 20:22)

Re: Second favorite artists (75,379) (75,394) by Mara from United States George Michael is my male equivalent to Mariah and who I am still devastated we will not know what could have come. I also am a huge Tears For Fears fan and adore Roland Orzabal's powerful voice. Before there was Mariah there was Whitney and that is who I tried to sing like and adored her since YGGL, but once Mariah came I just connected more with her songs. I also like Lana Del Rey. Great question Randy, I was actually thinking of asking the same thing after Chris Cornell died as it reminded me what kind of diverse fan base MC might have. (Saturday 20 May 2017; 03:23)

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