For once it wasn’t about the clothes.
With all the stylists dressing everyone in Hollywood, these award shows might never again bring us a star wearing a gasp-worthy outfit. Unless you include the attire worn by Temple Grandin– who was the real star of the show.
Her life story won a well-deserved Emmy, and her authentic exuberance last night added to her contribution in shining a light on the issue of autism.
For me the other star of the show was more personal.
It was something to nourish all the parents of 20-something kids we’re reading about so much lately— the boomerang kids back in the nest and the checkbook; the ones confused about careers and delaying the onset of real life.
I hear many stories about families in this situation lately— these are the children of my generation.
The first friend of mine to have kids was a college friend and his wife. I remember going to their apartment in Los Angeles to celebrate the birth of their son; and then a few years later, their daughter.
Last night, she won an Emmy for writing Mad Men. Congratulations Erin Levy—and thank you for giving hope to parents of 20-somethings everywhere.
So neat that you know Erin Levy. Mad Men has been our favorite show since the very first episode.
And isn’t it amazing that someone that young can write with the period flavor of that show. Everything is spot on for the times. She must also be a really good researcher (or have a staff for that).
Anyhow, she is brilliant, the show is brilliant, and we love it.
“Thank you!! Erin Levy couldn’t be here – so I’m accepting the comments on her behalf.”
And I will pass on the compliments to her very proud parents—to my knowledge, no parent can ever hear enough wonderful things about their children….
Hi- Do you have the photo info for this image of Temple Grandin? Is it a Getty Image or did you just yank it from the web? I’m in need of one that has minimal fees. Thanks in advance!