Hey there! Long time... I love that photo! About 20 years ago, a friend and I ran into Ali walking down a street in Washington DC. His escorts were several paces behind him and he stopped and talked to us for about 10 minutes. He was already having a little trouble, but his dignity and personality was right there. What a great guy... One of the high points of my life.
Press play for some mood music She was a professional lady in waiting . That was her job -- to keep his ice cubes cold and the footplay hot....
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ReplyDeleteI love that photo! About 20 years ago, a friend and I ran into Ali walking down a street in Washington DC. His escorts were several paces behind him and he stopped and talked to us for about 10 minutes. He was already having a little trouble, but his dignity and personality was right there. What a great guy... One of the high points of my life.