I never had the pleasure of meeting Wally either. I only talked to him
through numerous e-mails. The first e-mail I ever sent him was about the MSG
show in NYC when Joni was touring with Dylan. It was the first time I had
ever seen Joni in concert. I was so excited I remember. I attached a couple
of shots I had taken of her from my less than perfect vantage point (which
was behind the stage) I was a little disappointed in my seating arrangement
as I'm sure you can understand having waited half a lifetime to see my idol.
Having expressed this to Wally I remember him replying to my e-mail saying
what a shame it was, as my photo was "very realistic." The next day I found
my photo posted on his webpage. When I saw that photo, ecstatic won't even
describe the way I felt! I remember just crying tears of joy. It can still be
seen here: http://www.jonimitchell.com/Frames1.html
I have had the distinct pleasure of talking to Jim Johanson on the telephone.
Jim I know that you're lurking out there. You are swell too. ;~)
well, that was my first remembrance of Wally.
(sigh)
Rose in NJ
