I must say that that the last two years have been my favorite to be a fan. I've been a fan since 1986, but this is the most access I have had to the band now. And I was only 13 in 1986, so I wasn't allowed to go to any concerts and I didn't have Mtv! I saw them in Giants stadium in 2001 which is probably the highlight of my Jovi life. My first concert was in 1993 on Jon's b-day which was pretty special too.
The worst time was definitely between 1990-1992. The rumors flew about the band like crazy. I was angry, tore down my posters and held my own boycott by not buying Blaze of Glory. My boycott lasted for 6 months until I got Blaze of Glory for Christmas! It was too good to not listen, so by the time Richie released his solo album, I was excited again. Deep down I did have faith that they would re-group. Then a year after Richie's cd, came KTF.
Now its just awesome to be a fan. I'm more proud than ever. I'll be seeing them for the 12th and 13th time this February and March. Plus, I was visiting my alma mater Michigan State this weekend and hung out at the bars. The dj played livin on a prayer and the place went nuts singing and yelling. You really didn't see that 8-10 years ago. I just hope the band manages to come out and tour every few years. I can't live without their live shows!

Happy New Year!