Elvis Live: vol 2 My Treasured Memories

by Judy Palmer Bendewald, Mike Freeman (Editor), Betty Harper (Illustrator)

Meeting Elvis: vol. 2 My Treasured Memories is based upon the title, My Treasured Memories of Elvis. This volume covers the time when Elvis performed live again, from late 1968 through 1971. We first published the hardcover title, ISBN #978-0-9632274-1-6 in 2009. Because of the number and size of photographs, we are creating a multiple part series of ebooks. This is Judy Palmer’s book. It is a book written by an Elvis fan for Elvis fans.So many fans want to know “What was he like?” Judy answers this question by sharing her experiences with you. From her stories I am impressed by this thought; small gestures matter. He said “Thank you” for a photograph or a scrapbook. When he could, he shared a joke or small talk with his fans. He was patient and kind. He somehow made them all feel significant. Elvis lives on today, not only because of the big moments in his career; but also that endearing quality of his character. The heart of Judy’s book is her concert photos. Many fans took countless number of photos of Elvis performing. After 1970 Judy taught herself to photograph in natural light so she wouldn’t get caught by the showroom security. She was now free from the limitations of flash photography. She always sat close to the stage. Her new skill and proximity to Elvis gave her a point of view most amateur photographers did not have. She was able to capture his mood on stage without disturbing him. Her photos were highly prized from the beginning, other fans immediately wanted copies for themselves. Judy quickly moved from trading copies to selling prints. As she attended more shows, she mailed written descriptions of what she saw and price lists for reprints. She gained a reputation as one of the finest amateur photographers of Elvis. She created a “brand name,” an identity for herself among Elvis fans.Judy chose the photographs and the stories for this book. I edited only for clarity, not for content. It is also important that she chose what not to include. Such is her desire to protect Elvis that she will not publish an image, or a story that she considers unflattering. Both Judy and I hope you enjoy this tribute to Elvis by people who loved Elvis.

46 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 29, 2011

Reviews

[Ristie M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you Judy for sharing your memories and pictures. Elvis loved his fans and it is very special how he learned who you were and appreciated you. The sympathy card when your mother died is so special. He didn’t have to do that but I can hear him now asking Joe to go get a card for you and then he signed it. So special.

[kathleen johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful memories. Thank you for sharing.

The book is very interesting and thank you Judy Palmer Bendewald for sharing your memories of Elvis. Thank you and God bless.

[Mandah Weeks · Rating 5 out of 5]

better than the second!

A very heartfelt ending. I really have enjoyed these little volumes of Elvis memories. Such an amazing way to honor the king!