Friday, August 28, 2026

A 36 Year Old Photo

Back in 1990,  when I was a bit younger than I am now,  a dear friend and I went on a trip to Pigeon Forge Tennessee.  The town was packed. This wasn't a surprise to us and we were all there for the Opening of Dollywood's 4th year.  This year they were adding a carousel. In grand fashion, there was a parade through the main street of the town.  The Grand Marshall was riding on a Lion from the carousel. 

I had my camera with a zoom lens and was chasing along taking photos.  Here is a photo that I took that year with my good old Pentax film camera.  
Yes, of course the Grand Marshall for the parade was none other than Dolly Parton. 
As she was going by,  I yelled out "Hey, Dolly!  I never saw a fox riding on a lion before." 
She laughed delightedly and said "I never thought of it that way!"

Rest in Peace, dear lady.


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8 comments:

My name is Erika. said...

What a fabulous story Tom. And a great memory for you. She was a true leader and the world needs people like Dolly. Have a wonderful Friday.

Maria Medeiros said...

what a beautiful photo! Truly lovely story!

The Rev. Arnoldo L. Romero, MLA said...

That's a moment to celebrate and cherish forever, my friend. Rest in Peace, Dolly.

Tom said...

...she had a sense of humor, more than can said about our supreme leader! Be well, Gene.

Iris Flavia said...

She really must have been a wonderful person, Gene.

DVArtist said...

You are so fortunate to have a photo of her that you actually took. She will be missed. If there is a heaven she is now there. Thank you for sharing with FFO and have a nice weekend.

Christine said...

Good shot!

Bleubeard and Elizabeth said...

What a fabulous tribute and memory for you. Dolly will truly be missed, especially for her Imagination Library where she donates book to children up to the age of five. I was exposed to books early, so I know how that influenced me to read. I was ahead of every class I took in grade/grammar school and it was because my grandparents (who raised me from birth) gave me new books every week. Thank you again for sharing this. I will miss her, too.

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