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What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

chessygal — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 00:20:28 GMT

I remember her showing her three cherry pin on a pillow. In fact she had that pillow on her lap whenever she presented her pins. I thought it was so gentle and she let the host talk. Thank you, Joan. You can find that pin on etsy.com and also ebay.com.

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

Oneanddone — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 00:34:20 GMT

Carson and Ed Sullivan.

I'll be 55 in September, and my late family and I ALWAYS watched her on Carson and Sullivan.

Who can ever forget her intro..."Can we talk?"

As soon as my family and I heard that, we knew the laughter was on it's way and FAST!!

And of course her friend Heidi Abromowitz.

Can't forget Heidi!!

I was a little girl who should have been in bed, but my parents knew how much I loved her and I would laugh so hard along with them, so they let me stay up even on school nights!!

Still love her to this day!!

Praying for Joan, Melissa, Cooper and the rest of her family.

It ain't over till it's over!!

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

Daysdee — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 00:44:11 GMT

I remember her comedy years ago on TV. I think of her has such a energetic, talented, creative, and kind lady. I admired how she went on after the suicide of Edgar. I think she had to work and she had not only her comedic talent but her writing and also designs of jewelry and fashions. I enjoy her QVC shows and how knowledgeable she is about the history of a lot of pieces of jewelry. I admire her for being so active and creative. I also admire how she always looks so nicely dressed and "put together." I remember years ago on one QVC show a caller said how she was having a difficult time with chemo and cancer and Joan asked her to leave her information with the operator and she said she would send her an item--I think it was a bracelet. Whether or not some like her type of comedy, I think she has to be given credit for all she does. I just can't get her out of my mind since this happened and I hope the family gets good news about her condition. Joan and family are in my prayers.

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

champagnepoodle — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 00:48:55 GMT

Her Bee pins.

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

Ms X — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 00:55:31 GMT

I remember so many of her jokes going back to the '80s. "She studies for her Pap test," etc., etc., etc.

I think this anecdote sums up Joan's outlook and her extraordinary life: In selling her sunglasses with the bee embellishments, she explained that the bumblebee because of its shape isn't supposed to be able to fly. But it does! The bee is an important symbol to Joan because, like her, it is able to do the impossible. Joan broke ground as a comedian, then reinvented herself over and over. Didn't she start her QVC line when she was in her 50s, a time when most of us are thinking about retirement?

I hope Joan once again makes like the bumblebee and fights her way out of this illness.

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

Oneanddone — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 00:59:35 GMT

On 8/30/2014 Penellope said: This thread is premature and morbid.

Not really.

It's actually a really good question of what really hit me with Joan.

Even as a kid, I just "got" her sense of humor.

Dry, witty, no one was safe, including her, and she has always made me laugh!

Seriously one talented hard working lady who I have always respected.

I haven't given up on her.

I'm sure most haven't either.

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

Ms X — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 01:11:18 GMT

I think this thread is a nice tribute to a great lady who's in all of our thoughts and prayers. Joan means so much to so many people, and it's nice to read the reasons why.

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

Kachina624 — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 01:19:47 GMT

I remember the shows Joan did with Kathy Levine during the Q's glory days. They could be so funny, they had us, the audience, practically rolling on the floor. Joan did beautiful, high quality jewelry in those days.

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

KarenQVC — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 02:38:14 GMT

I loved Joan on late night comedy. She said the things every woman wished she could say at the time. On the Q, I remember she had her dog with her all the time before it was the "in" thing for celebs to do. I just saw a beautiful pic of her at her husband's funeral. Dignity.

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

VioletEyes — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 02:45:12 GMT

On 8/30/2014 kachina624 said: I remember the shows Joan did with Kathy Levine during the Q's glory days. They could be so funny, they had us, the audience, practically rolling on the floor. Joan did beautiful, high quality jewelry in those days.

Yes, those were the glory days of QVC. I loved watching the two of them together.

Where there is life, there is hope. I am praying for a full recovery for Joan.

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

NanciJ — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 02:45:13 GMT

I wish that this thread were titled "What do you most like about Joan Rivers", rather than "remember." Regardless of her condition, she is still among the living.

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

Oneanddone — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 02:53:43 GMT

On 8/30/2014 ibb38 said:
On 8/30/2014 Penellope said: This thread is premature and morbid.

I agree, it's conversation we'd have during shiva.

I didn't mean to offend anyone.

This thread just brought me back to all of the memories I have had since my childhood, with my family who are now all gone, killed in 2007 by a drunk driver.

Sorry if I offended any of you, but these were the great memories I have of Joan and have always had them throughout her life and the life of my now deceased family, and my life.

I have not given up on her.

I will not respond again since I'm obviously offensive to many of you.

Walk a mile in my shoes, then judge.

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

haddon9 — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 02:56:26 GMT

On 8/30/2014 NanciJ said:
I wish that this thread were titled "What do you most like about Joan Rivers", rather than "remember." Regardless of her condition, she is still among the living.

I have to agree!! For a few moments I thought she had already passed!....thank goodness that's not the case here...I hope that she makes a full recovery!

Many years ago she used to fill in for Johnny Carson on the tonight show and we had gone out to California to visit some friends. My DH at the time worked for RCA which was owned by NBC. At the time employees were able to get tickets for some shows right away rather than go on a long waiting list. We were able to go to the Tonight Show and Joan was the host. It was a fun experience!

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

VioletEyes — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 03:00:12 GMT

On 8/30/2014 Oneanddone said:
On 8/30/2014 ibb38 said:
On 8/30/2014 Penellope said: This thread is premature and morbid.

I agree, it's conversation we'd have during shiva.

I didn't mean to offend anyone.

This thread just brought me back to all of the memories I have had since my childhood, with my family who are now all gone, killed in 2007 by a drunk driver.

Sorry if I offended any of you, but these were the great memories I have of Joan and have always had them throughout her life and the life of my now deceased family, and my life.

I have not given up on her.

I will not respond again since I'm obviously offensive to many of you.

Walk a mile in my shoes, then judge.

You didn't offend anyone or at least you certainly did not offend me. Your posts on the subject of Joan have been heartfelt and beautifully written. Your own journey with both of your parents touched me deeply.

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

Jugtown — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 03:06:12 GMT

On 8/30/2014 Daysdee said:
I remember her comedy years ago on TV. I think of her has such a energetic, talented, creative, and kind lady. I admired how she went on after the suicide of Edgar. I think she had to work and she had not only her comedic talent but her writing and also designs of jewelry and fashions. I enjoy her QVC shows and how knowledgeable she is about the history of a lot of pieces of jewelry. I admire her for being so active and creative. I also admire how she always looks so nicely dressed and "put together." I remember years ago on one QVC show a caller said how she was having a difficult time with chemo and cancer and Joan asked her to leave her information with the operator and she said she would send her an item--I think it was a bracelet. Whether or not some like her type of comedy, I think she has to be given credit for all she does. I just can't get her out of my mind since this happened and I hope the family gets good news about her condition. Joan and family are in my prayers.

So well said and I feel the exact same way!

Get well Joan!

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

Jugtown — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 03:07:44 GMT

No offense taken here either . . I think it's nice to speak well of someone you admire while they're still here on earth.

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

gem lover — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 03:11:48 GMT

Personally, I think it is nice to recognize a person while they are alive, so they can appreciate the nice things you have to say, rather than after they are gone. Hopefully Joan will be with for many years to come and we can still laugh with her and love the items she brings to the Q.

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Tinkrbl44 — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 03:13:45 GMT

Did she pass ?

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

KathiL — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 03:19:33 GMT

As you can see from my number of posts, I don't post too often, but read the boards every day. But, I wanted to add to this post.

My husband is a musician and, years ago, there were several clubs in our town where celebrities would appear for one or two night performances. He always worked in the band backing the performers and has played for stars including Sammy Davis, Jr., Ella Fitzgerald, Johnny Mathis, 4 Tops, Temptations, etc.

When Joan performed there, all the band had to do was play "Anchors Aweigh" when she came on stage and again when she left - that was all. But, he said she was the most gracious celebrity he ever met. After each performance, she personally thanked each and every musician and, on the last night, she gave them all a personal thank you note and a bottle of really good wine. There were a lot of celebrities who never even acknowledged the band, but he has never forgotten how gracious she was. Needless to say, our thoughts and prayers are with Joan and her family.

Re: What do you remember the most about Joan Rivers?

Alsee — Sun, 31 Aug 2014 03:25:57 GMT

I'd rather she be remembered for her comedic talent - not selling junk jewelry on a shopping channel. And even though she is now on life support, let's think of her in the present tense.