Why I want to meet Jack Kerouac
Where do I start? I’m stalking him anyway, having read all his books, visited his house in San Francisco, his birthplace and grave in Lowell. Would love to have a drink with him.
Marisha
meeting 11 people,doing 43 things,
going 17 places
What Marisha has done in 2008
Recent stories by and about Marisha
A story about David Lynch
Twin Peaks changed my life. When I was 11. Blue Velvet changed my life when I was 22. Just brilliant.
Why I admire PJ Harvey
She writes such good songs, inspires me, makes poetry, is so beautiful and strong.
Why I want to meet Robert Smith
Just to have a chat. He’s such a great musician, I wouldn’t want to make him feel weird about meeing a fan. You know, feel his hair, check out his make up.
Why I want to meet David Sedaris
He is so funny and smart. My friend Brett plays me the book on CD when I’m over at his apartment and I laugh until I cry. His sister Amy is hilarious, too. I loved the 12 parts about being an artist the best.
Why I want to meet Miranda July
I really enjoyed her film ‘Me and you and Everyone We Know.’ I remember when she worked on projects for K Records and she came to my college and stood in the corner of the room with headphones on and screamed. I also love her web site project, Learning to Love You More.
A story about Alan Watts
It started when I came across his lecture series on WFMU 91.1 FM in New Jersey when I was a teenager. Listening closely I would hang on his every word until it felt like meditation, and I could hear him drag on endless cigarettes. Later I found a book of his essays. It’s amazing how Alan Watts comes up in great conversations and with people who have become good friends. There is everything to love and absorb here.
