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Katie<3 · 27th September 2009, 07:25 PM

http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandsty...n-ferris-wheel

Crack open the Jesus Juice and toast the indefatigability of a childlike spirit - Michael Jackson's Ferris wheel rides again.

In a heartwarming development that symbolises both the ever-turning circularity of human existence, and the gimlet-eyed resourcefulness of fairground folk, the amusement park attraction which more than any other defined Michael's kiddie Xanadu is once more operational.

As you'll recall, Michael's Neverland Ranch fell into disrepair after his 2005 acquittal on child molestation charges and subsequent flight to Bahrain; and after the various giraffe and alligator repossessions that enlivened the early years of his exile, the wheel was eventually purchased last year by a firm called Archway Amusements in a faintly idiosyncratic fixtures-and-fittings liquidation sale. And until Michael's death in June, it had managed to keep as low a profile as possible for a 65ft structure glittering with 5000 lights.

But the King of Pop's death changed all that, according to the wheel's new custodians, and the wheel has apparently now become a magnet for fans suddenly aware of its provenance.

"They come to take pictures, a couple tears and everybody likes to ride it," its owner tells the Associated Press.

Well who wouldn't? You really can't put a price on a turn on those iconic seats - metal-trimmed in "pinot noir red" as per Michael's specific request, fact fans. After all, the young and young-at-heart of Jackson's fanbase will never again be able to ascend the ranch's Wishing Tree with Michael himself, and most state laws prevent the serving of pinot noir cola to minors.

Should you wish to avail yourself of the opportunity to orbit the axle of history, the wheel has been touring local fairs in the US mid west, but will this week move to Jonesboro, Arkansas. There it must strive to look the most alluring to thrill-seeking youngsters, in a tough field of attractions that includes things with names like Pharoah's Revenge and Hot Shot. We wish it all the best in that noble endeavour.

Aelle · 28th September 2009, 12:59 AM

I really want to strangle whoever wrote this article.

JCheartsMJ · 28th September 2009, 08:38 AM

What The FCUK??!!!!
This article makes me

Valenecia · 28th September 2009, 03:00 PM

Originally Posted by Katie<3

http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandsty...n-ferris-wheel

Crack open the Jesus Juice and toast the--

Stopped reading there. What the hell? Isn't this The Guardian? I thought they were better than that, but then again, I'm not all that familiar with the English press much.

But blast the press in general, gah!!! How dare you!!

MJ<3 · 28th September 2009, 04:00 PM

all i can say is :S WTF ?
damn media

Jennifer · 28th September 2009, 04:20 PM

OK.....Im just spechless.

sk8r chick · 29th September 2009, 07:52 AM

thats messed up

Carley · 29th September 2009, 08:57 AM

WHAT THE HELL!!!!!!! yes I know I have the caps on BUT Really Whoever wrote this article needs to get their head out of the Mud SERIOUSLY!!!

APOMIs2Bad · 1st October 2009, 12:59 AM

I read The First 3 words and was like ...
WTF!!!

candykamaine · 1st October 2009, 03:54 AM

I hate the article writer for the article and that stupid Jesus Juice thing.

I wanna kick his butt so bad. uggggg!

27th September 2009, 07:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
Katie<3 Thriller Poster!! Profile Name: Katie Join Date: Aug 2009 Gender: Posts: 751 Threads: 66 Thanked: 799 times Credits: 13,607	Michael Jackson's Ferris wheel turns once more http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandsty...n-ferris-wheel Crack open the Jesus Juice and toast the indefatigability of a childlike spirit - Michael Jackson's Ferris wheel rides again. In a heartwarming development that symbolises both the ever-turning circularity of human existence, and the gimlet-eyed resourcefulness of fairground folk, the amusement park attraction which more than any other defined Michael's kiddie Xanadu is once more operational. As you'll recall, Michael's Neverland Ranch fell into disrepair after his 2005 acquittal on child molestation charges and subsequent flight to Bahrain; and after the various giraffe and alligator repossessions that enlivened the early years of his exile, the wheel was eventually purchased last year by a firm called Archway Amusements in a faintly idiosyncratic fixtures-and-fittings liquidation sale. And until Michael's death in June, it had managed to keep as low a profile as possible for a 65ft structure glittering with 5000 lights. But the King of Pop's death changed all that, according to the wheel's new custodians, and the wheel has apparently now become a magnet for fans suddenly aware of its provenance. "They come to take pictures, a couple tears and everybody likes to ride it," its owner tells the Associated Press. Well who wouldn't? You really can't put a price on a turn on those iconic seats - metal-trimmed in "pinot noir red" as per Michael's specific request, fact fans. After all, the young and young-at-heart of Jackson's fanbase will never again be able to ascend the ranch's Wishing Tree with Michael himself, and most state laws prevent the serving of pinot noir cola to minors. Should you wish to avail yourself of the opportunity to orbit the axle of history, the wheel has been touring local fairs in the US mid west, but will this week move to Jonesboro, Arkansas. There it must strive to look the most alluring to thrill-seeking youngsters, in a tough field of attractions that includes things with names like Pharoah's Revenge and Hot Shot. We wish it all the best in that noble endeavour.

28th September 2009, 12:59 AM	#2 (permalink)
Aelle Off The Wall Poster!! Profile Name: Lani Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South Carolina Gender: Posts: 346 Threads: 25 Thanked: 324 times Credits: 7,811	I really want to strangle whoever wrote this article.
	I won't stop until his tears do. [BillieJeanJackson] 1:21 am: sings too much booty in the pants [MJfan1209] 1:22 am: . . . those look like butt pads. . . again that man has no booty [BillieJeanJackson] 1:22 am: I think he had more magic stick than booty haha [secondstar] 1:22 am: lol [BillieJeanJackson] 1:22 am: lololololol [secondstar] 1:22 am: looks like he dialed 1 800 mix a lot [Aelle] 1:22 am: are you suggesting Michael wore BUTTCHEEK ENHANCERS?!?!?!?!

28th September 2009, 08:38 AM	#3 (permalink)
JCheartsMJ &lt;3&lt;3&lt;3&lt;3&l t;3 Off The Wall Poster!! Profile Name: Jennie Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: planting sunflower seeds in the backyard Gender: Posts: 345 Threads: 6 Thanked: 162 times Credits: 4,583 Gifts	What The FCUK??!!!! This article makes me
	Smile though your heart is aching,smile even though it's breaking...when there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by...

28th September 2009, 04:00 PM	#5 (permalink)
MJ<3 Music & Me Poster! Profile Name: Laura Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Neverland (I wish) Gender: Posts: 70 Threads: 10 Thanked: 13 times Credits: 1,876	all i can say is :S WTF ? damn media
	I need to make mistakes just to learn who I am, And I don't wanna be so damn protected!

28th September 2009, 04:20 PM	#6 (permalink)
Jennifer Thriller Poster!! Profile Name: Jennifer Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Probably in my room.... Age: 18 Gender: Posts: 520 Threads: 16 Thanked: 201 times Blog Entries: 13 Credits: 3,879 Gifts	OK.....Im just spechless.
	(Thanks Mandy 4 the beautiful siggy!) "Comparisons are easily done once you've had a taste of perfection. Like an apple hanging from a tree, I picked the rippest one, I still got the seed...." "A million words couldn't bring you back, I know becuz I've tried, neither could a million tears, I know becuz I've cried." "Love you once, Love you still. Always have, and always will." My Hot Seat! Read My Fanfic: Gaining For Michael

29th September 2009, 07:52 AM	#7 (permalink)
sk8r chick Music & Me Poster! Profile Name: milan Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: mi Gender: Posts: 56 Threads: 1 Thanked: 20 times Credits: 1,180	thats messed up

29th September 2009, 08:57 AM	#8 (permalink)
Carley The Boy is Dangerous ♥ HIStory Poster!!! Profile Name: Carley Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Australia Age: 31 Gender: Posts: 5,960 Threads: 67 Thanked: 1,500 times Blog Entries: 6 Credits: 43,649 Awards Gifts	WHAT THE HELL!!!!!!! yes I know I have the caps on BUT Really Whoever wrote this article needs to get their head out of the Mud SERIOUSLY!!!
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1st October 2009, 12:59 AM	#9 (permalink)
APOMIs2Bad Smooth But Not Criminal Off The Wall Poster!! Profile Name: James Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Age: 17 Gender: Posts: 412 Threads: 22 Thanked: 86 times Blog Entries: 3 Credits: 1,429 Gifts	I read The First 3 words and was like ... WTF!!!
	"Picked All My Weeds,But Kept The Flowers" OHH KELLY!

1st October 2009, 03:54 AM	#10 (permalink)
candykamaine Justice For Michael! Off The Wall Poster!! Profile Name: Marie B Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Birmingham, Alabama Age: 21 Gender: Posts: 217 Threads: 6 Thanked: 43 times Credits: 3,159 Awards	I hate the article writer for the article and that stupid Jesus Juice thing. I wanna kick his butt so bad. uggggg!

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