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“Carrie and Me: A Mother-Daughter Love Story” by Carol Burnett Reviewed by Larry Cox Most people are aware of the amazing Carol Burnett and her extraordinary career. What many might not know is that Carol’s daughter, Carrie, also was an incredible woman. Carrie was an actress, writer, musician and director whose zest for life was infectious. Unfortunately, that life was cut short by lung cancer. She died at age 38. This inspiring new book documents their sometimes turbulent but always loving relationship. It is a combination of personal diary entries, photographs and correspondence, but what makes “Carrie and Me” so exceptional is its unflinchingly honest account of the sometimes bumpy journey they shared. Carrie was only 3 years old when “The Carol Burnett Show” premiered in 1967. Despite the demands for Carol’s time, she made certain she provided all of the necessary norms to properly raise Carrie and her two sisters. But when the show wrapped in 1978, there were signs of trouble. For example, when Carrie’s grades dropped, Carol hoped it was just her daughter going through an awkward junior-high stage. But she soon learned that Carrie had discovered drugs -- a major concern since Carol’s parents had died of alcoholism. After several failed efforts at rehab, Carrie emerged victorious and once again took control of her life. Carrie entered Pepperdine University, where she pursued acting, music and writing. She eventually found a cabin in Gunnison, Colo., where she continued her work, including several collaborations with her mother. In fact, it was in Colorado where she began work on “Sunrise in Memphis,” a story about a girl’s road trip through the South and a cowboy she meets along the way. It’s also when her health began to decline. Burnett writes: “I can honestly say that just about everyone who knew Eddie Boy’s Carrie loved her. Maybe that’s because she loved them right back.” Cookout! Those few words sum up the relationship she had with her daughter, Starts Fri 5pm and is a fitting tribute.
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Q: I was watching a rerun of “E.R.” the other day, and it reminded me how much I love Sherry Stringfield as Dr. Susan Lewis. Can you tell me what I can see her in now? -- Rita W., via e-mail A: You can see Sherry this Mother’s Day weekend when she stars in the Hallmark Channel original movie, “The Confession.” It’s a sequel to the top-rated “The Shunning,” both of which are based on the best-selling novels by Beverly Lewis, and both of which Sherry stars in. Sherry plays Laura Mayfield Bennett, a wealthy, terminally ill heiress who recently began searching for the daughter she gave up for adoption to a loving Amish couple. When I spoke with Sherry recently, she told me why she wanted to work on this movie, and with the Hallmark Channel again: “I like that the stories are straightforward; they are a little more family-oriented. There’s no violence, which I hate. I’m so tired of violence. And now violence is really in our lives in a real way, and I just can’t go there. I just can’t.” Instead, Sherry hopes people will take away a message of love and forgiveness when they watch this movie. “This is a reminder about what’s really important in life. And how life’s so fragile. We’re all just here. I hope the movie will make people think about what they’re doing with their life and what their priorities are, and do they have love in it?” “The Confession” premieres Saturday, May 11, at 9/8c on the Hallmark Channel, and will re-air throughout the weekend. *** Q: Ever since you mentioned “Devious Maids,” I can’t wait for it to start. Do you know when that will be? -- Pamela L., Austin, Texas A: The all-new drama, brought to you by Marc Cherry and Eva Longoria, premieres June 23 on Lifetime at 10 p.m. ET/PT. The 13-episode series stars Ana Ortiz, Roselyn Sanchez, Susan Lucci, Grant Show and Brett Cullen, and explores the lives of five maids with ambitions and dreams of their own while they work for the rich and famous in Beverly Hills. *** Q: I saw a promo on TV for a series called “Cedar Cove,” which I’m hoping is based on Debbie Macomber’s books. Do you know when and where I can see this? -- Joanne C., via e-mail A: The Andie MacDowell-starring drama, which is indeed based on the book series of the same name by Debbie Macomber, premieres July 20 on the Hallmark Channel at 8/7c. *** Q: I have been anxiously awaiting new episodes of “America’s Most Wanted.” Has it been canceled? -- Peter J., Harrisburg, Pa. A: I am sad to report that Lifetime has canceled the crime-fighting series, which was hosted by John Walsh. However, the network is developing a pilot with John; stay tuned for more info on that as it Sherry Stringfield becomes available.
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Pleasure Island Calendar of Events Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo 1204 Gulf Shores Pkwy. in Gulf Shores (251) 968-5732 www.alabamagulfcoastzoo.org Daily Hours: 9am-4pm (taking last guests at 3:30pm) Admission: Adults (13-54) $10.00, Seniors (55+) $8.00, Children (3-12) $7.00, Children 2 and Under Free, $1.00 off admission per person in family with valid Military ID Flipper’s 5749 Bay La Launch in Orange Beach at Bear Point Marina (251) 981-3547 www.flippersrestaurant.com WEEKLY MUSIC SCHEDULE @ Flipper’s Tiki Bar Tuesday Live Music from Scott Koehn Wednesday Live Music from Scott Koehn Thursday Live Music from Different Picks Friday Live Music from Terry Causey Saturday Live Music from Scott Koehn & Friends GULF SHORES AMERICAN LEGION POST 44 6781 GULF SHORES PKWY, GULF SHORES • 948-6110 MEMBERS, GUESTS & GENERAL PUBLIC WELCOME Friday Night – 5 to 11; Rib Eye Steak Dinners - Dance to Musicman & Co Sunday Evening – 4 to 8; Short Order Food - Dance to Musicman & Co Tuesday Night – 5 to 8; Prime Rib Dinner - Dance to Musicman & Co There is no cover charge unless advertised otherwise. Live dance music by Musicman & Co is the best you’ll find on the coast, bar none. Call 948-6119 for more info. Visit Post 44 on Monday nights, starting at 6 and Thursday mornings, starting at 10 for Bingo Games. Food is usually available for purchase before or after Bingo and beverages are always available. Call 948-6119 for more info. LuLu’s at Homeport Marina 200 East 25th Avenue in Gulf Shores (251) 967-LULU (5858) www.lulubuffett.com Hours: Sunday through Thursday 11:00am – 9:00pm, Friday and Saturday 11:00am – 10:00pm May 1 Charlie Wilson Duo 5:00 pm May 2 Swagger 5:00 pm May 3 BAT 5:00 pm May 4 BAT 5:00 pm May 5 Greg Brown 1:00 pm Alvarado Road Show 5:00 pm May 6 Brent Burns 5:00 pm May 7 Lee Yankie Solo 5:00 pm May 8 Possum Trot 5:00 pm May 9 Kyle & Karl 5:00 pm May 10 Web Dalton 5:00 pm May 11 Web Dalton 5:00 pm May 12 Greg Brown 1:00 pm Adam Holt Solo 5:00 pm May 14 Joey Arata 5:00 pm Papa Rocco’s 101 West 6th Avenue in Gulf Shores (251) 948-7262 www.paparocco.com Tuesday-Thursday - Live Music from Mark & Smokey 8pm Friday-Saturday - Strummer 9pm Sunday-Monday - Mark & Logan 8pm • Lunch Specials Daily • Happy Hour 11-7 Mon-Fri • Full Menu until Midnight
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When the New York Yankees win the World Series, as is often the case, their fans do not riot in the streets. They instead just head for their cars (if they live in New Jersey), the subway (Manhattan or Brooklyn), ferry boat (Lower Manhattan and Staten Island) or train (Long Island), go home and go to sleep. (If the game was played on the road, they head for the weird airport you never use and hop into their corporate jets instead.) When the New York Mets win the World Series, it’s 1969 or 1986, and outside of Queens or your socially awkward middle sibling’s room, nobody cares. I am reminded of this as I watch the Los Angeles Clippers duel the Memphis Grizzlies during the NBA’s first playoff round. It’s safe to say that most Americans are in agreement when it comes to Los Angeles ... it’s a weird place. It’s crazy intense on a corner in Compton and lazy incensed in Beverly Hills. It’s congested with traffic and enveloped in smog in one place, in another they have major high schools two blocks off a municipal pier and beach. It is with this in mind that I try to decipher the riddle of the Los Angeles Clipper fan. Both the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers play at the Staples Center, but as we have learned from the New Jersey Meadowlands’ awkward New York Giants and New York Jets shared stadium situation, there is a world of difference between the two franchises. (More on them in a minute.) If I were to ask you to name a Los Angeles Laker player from history or the present day, you’d have no problem doing so. The names would practically glide off your tongue: Chamberlain, Kareem, Magic, Jerry, Kobe, etc., et al., ad nauseam. If I was to play a word-association game with you and say “Lakers fan,” you’d immediately respond with “Jack Nicholson.” I defy the casual basketball fan to name any Clipper player, ever. (If you said World B. Free, Bob McAdoo or Danny Manning, you are excused from this discussion because you clearly have too much time on your hands.) Try to name the person occupying the same seat Angelina Jolie was occupying the night previous in the same exact building. Betcha bite a chip on your shoulder before you do. To put this in perspective, Los Angeles does not have a football franchise. It has baseball (Dodgers and the Angels of Anaheim), hockey (Kings and Anaheim Ducks), the aforementioned Lakers and Clippers, the Williams sisters, Snoop Lion and Dr. Dre ... but no football. Even Baltimore has a professional football team ... even when it’s a Canadian Football team. So who, exactly, are these loud and bellicose fans at the Staples Center on a Clippers night? Unlike Jets or Mets fans ... stay tuned, because that situation is quickly evolving.
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Can the traditional grilled cheese really be improved upon? Well, yeah! The greatest thing about this gooey grilled cheese recipe is it’s quick, easy and can be served for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Skip the baked ham and you can satisfy the vegetarians in the house, too! Triple Threat Grilled Cheese Sandwich 12 slices whole grain bread 1/4 cup whole grain Dijon style mustard 6 slices (1 ounce each) baked ham 6 slices (3/4 ounce each) Wisconsin Provolone cheese 6 slices (3/4 ounce each) Wisconsin Cheddar cheese 1 cup (6 ounces) Wisconsin Gorgonzola cheese1. Preheat skillet to medium heat. 2.Meanwhile, spread each slice of bread with mustard. 3.Top each of 6 slices of bread with 1 slice ham, 1 slice provolone and 1 slice cheddar. Sprinkle with crumbled gorgonzola cheese. Top each sandwich with remaining bread. 4.Grill in skillet, turning once, until cheese is melted (3 minutes per side.)
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Events and Items of Interest on Pleasure Island
• Gulf Shores American Legion Post 44, located on Hwy 59
End of County Road 10 on Bon Secour River Supplying Quality Fresh Seafood Since 1975
just south of County Rd 8, is open for members, guests and the general public 7 days a week. Bring your friends and family and hang out in a friendly setting, with or without TV. Or schedule your group of up to 50 people to meet in our private meeting room. • Monday Night Bingo – 6 until • Tuesday night enjoy a prime rib dinner with live music - 5 – 8; • Wednesday enjoy a Spaghetti dinner - 5 to 7 • Thursday Morning Bingo – 10 until • Friday night enjoy a steak dinner with live music – 5 – 11
1-888-4BILLYS (424-5597) or 251-949-6288 We ship seafood to your door! www.billys-seafood.com
• Saturday – Sports T/V • Sunday – Sports T/V and at 4 – 8 pm, enjoy short order food with live. There is no cover charge unless advertised otherwise. Live dance music by Musicman & Co is the best you’ll find on the coast, bar none. Call 948-6119 for more info. • Gulf Shores American Legion Post 44, located on Hwy 59 just south of County Rd 8, is open for members, guests and the general public 7 days a week. Bring your friends and family and hang out in a friendly setting, with or without TV. Or schedule your group of up to 50 people to meet in our private meeting room. Call 948-6119 for more info. 6781
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