On August 10, 2012 I sent a letter, SASE and two photos to Alan Menken. On December 1, 2012 I received both of my photos back signed and one personalized!
I have grown up watching Disney movies, and I am so proud to have the man who has written the musical scores to so many of the animated features (over the past three decades!) in my collection. I absolutely adore the songs from Beauty and the Beast and The Little Mermaid especially. I sing them all the time! Thank you so much, Mr. Menken!
To Emily-
Alan Menken
I wrote to Dr. Ballard in 2011, but unfortunately did not record the sent and received dates.
I admire Dr. Ballard for his work in finding the final resting places of many famous sunken ships, most notably The Bismark and the RMS Titanic. I have always been fascinated with the Titanic sinking, and am so glad that Dr. Ballard has taken such extreme measures to protecting the wreckage site from pirates and thieves. I am so proud to add Dr. Ballard's autograph to my collection!
I wrote to Mr. Valastro in 2011, but unfortunately did not record the exact sent and received dates.
I love to bake, and it just so happens that, because of it, one of my favorite shows to watch on television is "Cake Boss"! Their cakes are absolutely stunning, and there is so much creativity and passion for the job that it makes watching the show worthwhile. I am so glad to have Mr. Valastro in my collection! Thank you so much!
I wrote to Mr. Riordan in 2011, but did not record the sent and received dates.
Mr. Riordan is the author of some of my all time favorite novels- the "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" series! I first read them in middle school, and I have loved them ever since. They got me interested in mythology, and the story lines themselves are so creative, funny and action-packed! Thank you so much for signing my book cover, Mr. Riordan!
I had the honor to meet Commander Buzz Aldrin at the Kennedy Space Center in Titusville, Florida in 2009 for the 40 year anniversary of the first lunar landing.
His career is amazing- it blows my mind to think that he was the second human being to step on the surface of the moon. Today, he is still promoting the space program in full force, and is a big factor in getting the younger generation to be interested in the space program and space exploration. If you haven't seen it, watch his "Rocket Experience" music video! It's hilarious and is a brilliant way to reach out to kids!
It was amazing meeting you, Commander Aldrin, and thank you for everything you have done for the USA and for mankind as a whole!
I wrote to Ms. Goodall in 2010, but unfortunately did not record the exact sent and received dates.
I cannot put into words how much I admire Jane Goodall. Her work with the conservation of animals, especially chimpanzees, all over the world is absolutely amazing. She is such a selfless person, and it's lovely how she's teaching young adults about the importance of taking care of the environment and all of its inhabitants. Thank you SO MUCH, Ms. Goodall! For everything.
For Emily-
Together we can make this a better world. With love,
Jane Goodall
PS.. I hope you get involved in Roots & Shoots- I need you!
I wrote to Ms. Loren in 2011, but unfortunately did not record the sent and received dates.
To me, Ms. Loren will forever be one of Hollywood's most iconic and most talented actresses.. Some of my favorite films of hers are "The Pride And The Passion", "Desire Under The Elms", and "Man of La Mancha". I am so proud to say that I have Ms. Loren's autograph in my collection! Thank you so much, Ms. Loren!
I wrote to Ms. Hedren in 2008, but unfortunately I did not record the exact sent and received dates.
Some of my favorite movies are Alfred Hitchcock films, and "The Birds", in which Ms. Hedren starred, is my favorite of all of them! I love the film because it's more creepy and suspenseful than scary, and there is a major cliffhanger at the end, which annoys me to no end but, in my opinion, also shows Hitchcock's sheer brilliance! Thank you so much, Ms. Hedren for signing my photos!
to Emily-
With <3 for the Hitchcock films<3
Tippi Hedren
and
"Buddy" Raven
I wrote to Ms. Eden in 2011, but did not record the exact sent and received dates.
I love watching re-runs of "I Dream of Jeannie" when they air on television, and I absolutely adore Barbara Eden as Jeannie the genie! It's a really great, classic show and if you've never seen any episodes, I highly recommend them!!
Thank you so much, Ms. Eden!
To Emily!
Barbara Eden
"Jeannie"