![]() ![]() ![]() She stepped into a local shop and pick up a new hat. ![]() When all of the formalities were over, she looked at me and said, “Now I can play, please show me this lovely city.” I took her on a ride around Newport’s Ocean Drive and the historical landmarks in town. When I was the first person she thanked in her acceptance speech, referencing Rhode Island hospitality, I was taken aback and flattered. She was also receiving a Pell Award for her contributions to the arts. There was a special screening of Rambling Rose and a book signing that afternoon. On our ride to Newport, we got acquainted and talked about the day’s film screening and awards ceremony. I was nervous driving to the airport, but the woman who stepped off the plane was lovely, friendly, charming, and funny. Before I left to pick her up, someone commented to me that they heard she could be demanding. I met Diane Ladd when I was a volunteer driver for the Newport Film Festival. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |