Dear Lauren,
Today, on our way to Pittsburgh, I made your father make a stop in Jamestown, New York. Do you know why? I am sure you figured out it is because Jamestown, New York is the home of Lucille Ball. Here they have a museum celebrating the life of Lucy and Desi. I had to stop, just for you. I know you are not crazy about Lucy like you were years ago but I felt like it was a must do.
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| Desi Arnaz was born March 2, 1917 in Santiago Cuba to a wealthy family. They lost everything during a government coup and moved to Miami. |
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| Lucille Ball was born August 6, 1911 in Jamestown, New York. |
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| I wonder what those people who told her she had no talent thought once she was a star.... |
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| Here are the words in case you want to practice your commercial. |
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| In the second season in 1953 Lucy gives birth to Little Ricky. More people watched that episode than the inauguration of President Eisenhower. |
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| Lucy mentored Carol Burnett when she first started her career. |
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| A few of the beautiful photos of Lucy they had displayed at the museum. |
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| For 168 episodes the Ricardos lived in NYC. |
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| Set from the Beverly Palms Hotel in Hollywood |
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| Lucy is the most recognizable image in TV history. Her face was on TV Guide 36 times, more than any other star. |
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| Home where Lucy was born. Her grandparents Fred & Florabelle Hunt lived here. |
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| This is the house Lucy grew up in. The street has been renamed Lucy Lane. |
There you go Lauren. This is a picture Lucy autographed for her daughter. It says "Dearest Darling, I love you so much. Your Mom." My sentiments exactly when I think of you Lauren. I couldn't have said it better.
Love Your Mom.
Although I was not sick very much growing up, some of my favorite childhood memories were when my mom would bring the TV into my room & we would watch old VHS recordings of "I Love Lucy." Great post & info!
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