Friday, February 27, 2009

The Man, The Myth, The Legend

Through mom and dad's insurance, we were able to meet, shake hands, and hug Edward James Olmos. It was a very exciting night. He spoke about the economy, education, and life.

Mom, Edward James Olmos, Dad, and Me






Here are some quotes from the night's discussion:
"If you are doing something without passion, be very careful"
"Passion is the key to life"
"I don't do things for money...I don't mind making money, but I like making cents (sense)"
"The key ingrediant to doing what you want to do is pace yourself"

Edward James Olmos has either stared in or was an actor in the following:
Zoot Suit (1981)
The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez (1982)
Stand And Deliver (1988)
American Me (1992)
My Family (1995)
Selena (1997)
In The Time of the Butterflies (2001)
American Family (2002)
Walkout (2006)
Beverly Hills Chihuahua - voice of Diablo (2008)


Viva El Zoot Suit!

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