How many people can say they were yelled at by Joan Rivers? Probably a lot now that I think about it! Add my name to the list!

In the early 80’s my sister Francine and I were crazy about Joan Rivers. We loved her on Johnny Carson, on her own show, and especially when she was in concert. We didn’t miss an appearance when she came to the Sunrise Musical Theater in Florida. If we were lucky David Brenner would be the opening act and our night was made!

I had just gotten a brand new camera for my photography class and brought it with me to the show. We were sitting in the house seats, just a couple of rows from the stage. Out she came with a shimmering white gown and started in on her routine right away. Through my laughter, I was snapping photo after photo until Joan walked over, stood over me and screamed “take the damn shot already!” I was so embarrassed, yet  thrilled at the same time!

Everyone is posting tribute clips of Joan doing standup, and of her great one liners. I have posted a couple of her on the Martha Stewart Show. Two of my favorite things in one place… Comedy and Cooking. If you have never seen them before I’m sure you will love them.

Life goes by fast. Enjoy it. Calm down. It’s all funny!  Joan Rivers 1933- 2014… May your memory be for a blessing

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