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Walking as Straight as I Can by Geri Jewell You may remember Geri Jewell as Cousin Geri in the hit comedy series Facts of Life or as one of the other characters she has played in films and television, such as the memorable Jewel in HBO's Deadwood. On the other hand, you may remember Geri as a camper at Paivika in 1967 and 68. Now Geri has written a book about the intriguing life she has led as one of the few actresses and comediennes with a disability who has succeeded in Hollywood. It wasn't easy, as told in this inspiring and funny story, which includes a forward by Patty Duke. To obtain a copy of I'm Walking as Straight as I Can, by Geri Jewell, go to Amazon.com, BN.com, Powells.com or your favorite local bookstore. Belle of the Brawl by Gary Best The late Fred Lull was Paivika's camp director during the summers of 1957-60. Later, he remained involved with the camp for many years, while advancing in his special education career to become the principal of Sellery School in Gardena. So respected was Fred that after his retirement a school in Encino was named for him. Fred had many Paivika friends, but most of us did not know that he served in World War II as a bombardier, flying 30 missions in the Plexiglas nose of a B-17. During that service he wrote 150 letters home to his mother in Los Angeles, and those letters have now been woven together artfully into a fascinating book by fellow Paivikan Gary Best. Belle of the Brawl, Letters Home From A B-17 Bombardier is available from InkwaterPress.com, Amazon.com, BN.com or Powells.com. Paivika Buddies may also contact Gary by e-mail to purchase a signed copy directly from the author. |
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