Tomorrow marks the 30th anniversary of Elvis Presley's death. I was planning to spend the evening at Graceland but that was before the heat wave set in. There is no way I would sit out in this heat in that crowd of people tonight. However, you can watch the vigil online and there is plenty of Elvis info out there to check out if you just feel like learning more about the King.
Our newspaper has a special online section www.goelvis.com.
Then there is the official Elvis Presley Enterprises website www.elvis.com. which leads you to www.elvisweek.com.
Those of us who live here in Memphis know about Graceland Too. If you ever come to visit me here, I'll take you. This article describes the experience perfectly. I've been there twice and only need one more visit to get my lifetime membership card. Seriously.
ETA my friend Ted's website - www.epexpress.net. He does the jumpsuit, the scarves, the whole deal. Its a hoot.
Larry King is here to interview Priscilla tonight at Graceland. I think its on right now but will repeat again later this evening if you just feel lthe need to TIVO it. I admire her grace and her genuineness. She knows she will always be the wife of Elvis (even though they weren't married anymore) and she welcomes the public with open arms.
Truthfully, I'm an Elvis fan. I loved him as a child and I love him now. I often wonder what music would have been like had he lived... if gansta rap would even be in existence. Lisa Marie and Priscilla do a lot for the city and especially St. Jude and I know Elvis would be proud of them. I'm just sorry drugs cut his life so short. Such a waste.
