Speaking for the Downriver Town Hall Lecture Series

On Wednesday morning, I received a call from my agent asking if I could fill in for Anne Thompson of NBC News. The event would take place on Thursday, but thousands of flights had already been canceled due to the … Continue reading

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Meeting James Cameron–part three

Another partial standing ovation followed. James Cameron and Bill Garzke returned to our table. People followed them, hoping for a quick chat or to give praise. I offered Cameron my compliments for his interesting talk: “I never thought I could … Continue reading

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Meeting James Cameron– part two

The chairperson for the evening began her introduction of ASNE’s coveted guest:   …He studied physics and English at California State University. Later, he discontinued his studies and worked several jobs such as machinist and truck driver and wrote when … Continue reading

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Meeting James Cameron–part one

My friend Giuliano called me shortly after 9 p.m. on 2-3-10 to inform me that “my friend” James Cameron was appearing on the Larry King show. I told Giuliano that I was on a Teleseminar; but after two  seconds of reflection, … Continue reading

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A Chance to Win a Copy of Alive on the Andrea Doria

Lucky Draw Shipwreck Survivor Quiz Every month, two lucky people will will be entered in a drawing for a FREE autographed copy of Alive on the Andrea Doria! The Greatest Sea Rescue in History. Submit the answers to this month’s … Continue reading

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North American International Auto Show, Detroit 2010

A Link to the Andrea Doria  A producer from Rome who came to my home in Michigan for an interview observed, “It seems like everyone has a connection to the Andrea Doria.”  In my authorial journey I have found this … Continue reading

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For Thanksgiving

The following excerpt is the ending to my short story in the Thank God I…book series. It expresses my gratitude for what I’ve learned from being part of the most calamitous collision at sea AND the greatest sea rescue in … Continue reading

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Remembering the Edmund Fitzgerald

On November 10, 1975, 29 men found a final resting place in the icy grave called Lake Superior; they had been navigating and working on the Edmund Fitzgerald. This video is a beautiful tribute to the life of a viable freighter and the men … Continue reading

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The Passing of a Special Professor

I am sad to learn about the passing of one of my rescuers on the Atlantic ocean, July 26, 1956. As I struggled to enter a small window at the top of the French liner, Ile de France, Leonor McAlpine … Continue reading

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Feedback Regarding My WGN Television Interview

Wow! I didn’t expect to get such a great review from an expert media person whose career involves media training.  Thank you,   Shawne Duperon! ************************************************** Author Pierette Simpson Lands a Coup on WGN Atlanta ************************************************** Author Pierette Simpson recently … Continue reading

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