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Raised on Elvis! Elvis! Elvis!: A Look Back at the Good Times
By Sandi Haynes Pichon


- - Readers Comments
I bought the book when I was In Memphis. I started reading it on the plane, home to England. Well, I just wanted to thank Sandi for all the things she said and done for Elvis' Memory. I wish there were more like you.
Julie England
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It was a very moving book in parts and told a lot of things I did not about Elvis. Sandi was very lucky to have known him so well.
Maureen Dearnley
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I thought it was magnificent. The stories were so heartfelt and sincere, while the photographs were amazing. Thank you so much for giving us this fine piece of work. Being an Elvis memorabilia collector, I found this book a fine addition to my collection.
Steve Hardin
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This story is an absolutely must have for any Elvis Presley fans out there. What with this story taking you back to how Elvis Presley began to get recognised all over the world for his singing and a look into his personal life and the amazing pictures. As soon as I started reading this story I could not put the book back down.
Miss R Reade
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I thoroughly enjoyed the book. It was a pleasure meeting you and hearing of your adventures with Elvis.
Diane DeHaven
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I read the book cover to cover while on vacation, I have to say, it was very hard to put it down! It was one of the most open and down to earth, and most humble books I've ever read about Elvis. I felt like I was there giving him a flowered guitar or a TLC of carnations right with Sandi! I felt the thrill as he subtly picked the author out of the crowd to call her forward for a scarf and a kiss... I loved how she described her first scarf - wiping his sweat off her face with it... oh, how I wish I could have been there for real. I had never seen the leather suits before - thank you for taking the photos and including them in the book. Thank you for documenting a very special part of your life for those of us who never got to see him in person, and for your openness. I hope the book is widely read - I do recommend it!
A reader from USA
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WOW! What an awesome book. Thanks so much for sharing your stories. I could read these all day!
A reader from USA
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This is the first time that I have ever devoted an entire evening or entire day reading any book. But once I got started on this book I just could not put it down. The book is the first book on Elvis that I have ever read that is written in a complete, positive light of Elvis, and that does not focus so much on his medical conditions and never have I ever read an Elvis book that made me feel as though I was I was experiencing them memories right along with the author as I did with this book. Lastly, the last few chapters of the book, I cried non-stop, I could feel the loss all over again that all of us felt the day our beloved Elvis passed away, but this time, I felt it in a much stronger way than I did before, I felt it as though I was going through the motions of the grief right along with the author at Graceland Mansion.
Charmaine Jensen
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I loved "Raised On Elvis! Elvis! Elvis!" What an extremely lucky girl the author was to have all those wonderful memories of Elvis!
Joanie Weller
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It is the best book I have ever read about Elvis & I happen to have over 160 books (excluding magazines) in my collection. It made me feel like I was a part of all that. It was fantastic. I loved it!
A reader from USA
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It's wonderful. For a person who claims to be an “Elvis Fan” that book is a definite must. It belongs in every Elvis collection. I have laughed and cried. He was certainly a wonderful person and SO easy on the eyes.
Pat Brown
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A specialised novella that will enthral Elvis Presley fans the world over, but also proved a scintillating read for me. I enjoyed the juicy titbits of gossip about the star which all pointed to what a nice bloke ha had been for such a megastar! It was also a great human interest story written in clear easy to read prose. Previously unseen photos and untold stories of the star adds to the sense of the author sharing with us her private tales of Elvis, such as when he kissed her from the stage and how exciting it was the second and third time. A fun book well worth a read, not just for Elvis fans either!
Ruth Long
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I wanted to thank you so much for writing the book, sharing the photos, etc. It was a wonderful read and I will certainly be telling others about it.
Harvey McFadden
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This book is a must read for every Elvis fan. After reading the draft, I felt as though I was there, on tour with Elvis. What a life, what a time! He changed our world and we see that through this young girl’s eyes! Sandi was there but she makes us all feel we were there too. I can't wait to read this book in it's entirety. I can't wait to re-live the excitement that was Elvis!
Lee A. Prier
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I believe that "Raised On Elvis" is one book over and above any other book written on the life of the "Legendary Elvis Presley", that I would have to honestly put in the top category of all books on Elvis’ life that I will purchase and enjoy to read in more depth. "Raised On Elvis", upon reviewing it, I found it to be the most positive book of Elvis’s life. I could feel myself experiencing the time and events with Sandi and others involved at that time. I feel it is about time that somebody took the time to write about the positives that Elvis contributed to the music industry and also how he affected all of our lives in a positive - and I feel that it took someone with something special like Sandi Pichon to introduce to the world and to wake everyone up to the incredible legacy that Elvis left behind for us all. I highly recommend this book for everyone to read, I would especially recommend this book for use in schools for a positive learning influence of Elvis’s life - when completing a school project.
Charmaine Jensen
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I have only read the foreword to your book but I can hardly wait to read the complete book. The photos that I have seen are fantastic. I am so excited for you and counting the days until I can get my hands on my personal autographed copy of your book. I know that your stories of your time spent with Elvis and all the people around him are going to be very positive and honest and it will be wonderful for all Elvis fans to read. I just can't imagine having been to all the concerts and to Graceland the way you did. It had to be the most wonderful time of your life.
Regina Williams
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I think that "Raised on Elvis" is going to be one of the best, remembered books about Elvis Presley because it is written from a different perspective. No sensationalism, no lies, just the truth as seen from a young girl who grew up at the right time in the music world. The cover is very inviting and I can't wait to have it signed and put in my collection.
Roy Galatas
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As you are reading "Raised on Elvis", you will feel the absolute excitement that Sandi surely felt - almost like being there. I am thrilled to say she is my sister-in-law. We have seen all her wonderful pictures, scarves, autographs and guitar picks. When she first started this book I was happy to have read her first drafts and I am sure the reader will be transported back in time to share her memories. It's a great, positive, loving book about the greatest entertainer ever.
Gail Pichon
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Sandi Pichon has a unique and very personal story to tell - of her life as a 12-year old who first visited Elvis and his parents on Audubon Drive, Memphis - and then spanning Elvis' entertainment career as she attended his concerts 100+ times in the '70's. Sandi not only chronicles the little details that every fan wants to hear (what he wore/sang etc.), but describes how it was to be a young farm girl from Tennessee, growing up to become a part of Elvis' inner circle. It certainly changed the course of her life!
Joan and Paul Gansky
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I am happy to see this book is being published. I'd like to read it in its entirety, as I only saw the beautiful pictures and read just a little in the beginning. Good Luck! I know you have work hard for this.
Jeanie Parris
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WOW! What an appropriate cover for this wonderful book! I was privileged to read this book before Sandi started searching for a publisher, and have just finished reading her additions. I admired her style of writing from the start and I know this book was a labour of love. I am so proud of my friend for sharing her personal Elvis stories and pictures.
Anusia Allen
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My good friend, Sandi has worked very hard to relay the story of her "Elvis connection" in this book. I watched her as she chose the pictures, and included personal notes and cards which mean so much to her. Sandi, you deserve the best! Can't wait to see this book on the shelves.
Fran Edwards
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I am so happy that Sandi has finally written this book - it was a part of our lives, sharing the Elvis world. It was a special time for all of us and I can't wait to relive it in "Raised on Elvis”.
Dorothy Campbell
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I am so happy to see that Sandi's book is finally going to be published . I can remember Sandi telling me so many stories over the years and now finally they will be in print.
Connie Whitfield
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It does absolutely tell of the love, respect and friendships of many people that in the beginning had only one thing in common - Elvis. I know he changed a lot of our lives and left me personally with great memories and friendships. I miss him as much today as I did the day he died.
Toni Gilbert
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This book is the best I have ever read!
A reader from England
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I just wished to say how much I enjoy it. I live in sunny England and have been a fan since I was a teen but was, unfortunately not old enough to have seen him. It must have been a wonderful experience. How I wish I could have seen him in concert!! Thanks, though, to people like you sharing their memories that keeps his name alive for younger fans. Thanks once again for a great book. TCB.
Gary Cant
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I cannot put the book down, every chapter brings something new. I am so glad that Sandi decided to let us share all the warm and wonderfully personal stories that she has about her time with Elvis. If anything, this book makes us love Elvis all the more than we ever did before and that would take some doing, but Sandi has managed to give us so much insight into the man and not just the performer that we truly know, he was a very special person, even though he never saw what all the fuss was about. That humility is another reason why he is so very dear to us, I do agree that if you buy this book then you will know for sure that it is money well spent as there is no amount of money that can compare with what Sandi has shared with us. God Bless you Sandi for this book and showing us just why Elvis will always be so loved by us all and truly one of a kind.
A reader from England
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I am amazed at the quality of the book. It is a credit to you Sandi. Elvis would be so proud and happy for you and for telling a story which is so personal, but which will make every reader have a chance to know just what he was like as opposed to all the other so-called stories that have come out over the years. God Bless you and thank you so much for allowing me to share this wonderful story.
A reader from England
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I've never read a book quite like this, I felt I was there at Sandi's first concert in 1956 and all the others. I smiled, I frowned, I got angry, I laughed and yes I got the inevitable lump in my throat and tears in my eyes. Never have I felt so much emotion while reading a book, it was just astounding. For those of you who are getting this book at the signing or where ever you will not be disappointed what ever currency or cost you paid it is well worth it and more. For those who are not sure I hope this helps you decide. This book is written by a true Elvis fan and a true Elvis friend and is a must for any Elvis fan. Will this book be put on the bookshelf and forgotten? Hell no! I'm going read it again, slowly, and savor those emotions over and over again. God bless you Sandi for sharing these precious moments you had with Elvis, with me I shall treasure this book forever.
Steve Bradley
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I read your book on the way home and I must tell you that it was super!! One of the best books I have read and believe me, I have read many, many Elvis books. The book was from a fresh point of view and had a different approach. I practically enjoyed the descriptions of the concerts. It made me feel like I was there. The photos were truly ones that I have never seen. Thanks a million for sharing them and for sharing your life with Elvis.
Phyl Gordon
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I purchased your book and I am reading it everyday. Thank you very much for the book. You bring me back in time.
A reader from USA
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This book is well written by a fan/friend who genuinely loved Elvis. I've read it twice, and each time, it captured my interest and my heart. I both laughed and cried as I read Sandi's shared memories of Elvis, and felt I was there with her. Numerous candid photos are presented beautifully throughout the book. Sandi's words give new insight into Elvis the Man, while her charming writing style makes this book a very pleasant read. Raised On Elvis! Elvis! Elvis! is a must for the true Elvis fan! It will be a wonderful addition to your Elvis library.
A reader from USA
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I just wanted to let you know how wonderful your book was. That's the way I want to remember him. I read it twice. Right before I went to Memphis and when I got home. It helped me to smile and say goodbye to him that night. I never got to say hello. May God bless and keep you.
Denise Caraher
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The book is wonderful. The author made me laugh, think and then cry. Not many books have ever done that to me. To be honest, I half expected the book to be something resembling memoirs of a groupie type fan that was just around for the fun and to say they knew him, but the author opened my eyes. I would like to thank the author for writing such an honest and touching book and helping generations to come see Elvis for the loving and giving person he was and not just an idol. The author is a wonderful lady and I'm sure Elvis is looking down right now and smiling at her because of such a magnificent job done in his honour! This is truly the best gift you could have ever given him!
Betty Bishop
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It was so great to relive what I call the Golden Years. I'll always consider myself lucky to have lived in the same time frame Elvis did. I loved what you said about when you were in his presence, you knew you were there for the millions of fans who wished they were. I don't have your gift for words - all I can say is I loved the story and all the photos and... you were quite a BABE in those days.
A reader from USA
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I got my book yesterday and it is just awesome. Thank you for these beautiful memories.
A reader from England
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I finished your book last night and I just cried and cried... what a wonderful book. It has some very sad parts that just broke my heart. The author should be very proud of herself and Elvis would really appreciate her putting her memories in a book for us to share. There is a GORGEOUS photo of Sonny in there with the tickets.
A reader from England
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I just received your beautiful, fantastic book. I have to tell you that I am so impressed! First class all the way. One of the most professionally created on the market.
Loxi Sibley
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It was so exciting, I can't tell you. You have no idea how much this book means to me. I am so glad to have the author. I looked over the pictures and some pages and couldn't stop crying. I will begin to read it all. Thank you, again, so much.
Sue Femia
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I have just finished reading your book and loved every minute of it. What a wonderful life for a girl to have. Thank you so much for this!
A reader from USA
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Your book is one that I treasure. I plan to read it again. What a great job you've done, and how wonderful it is that you worked so hard to get your story out to us. You write well and with conviction.
Eve Bradford
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I enjoyed the book VERY much. Reading the text made me happy and brought back many memories.
Sean Shaver
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It looks fantastic. I love the excellent shots of Elvis in concert, many of which are new to me. It's been a real pleasure, and I'm sure many fans will enjoy such a wonderful book about Elvis!
Benny Ruggieri
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Thank you so much for sharing your experiences with us, it is a great read!
Jan Fenton
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It's great to get a fan's perspective on being at an Elvis concert, not to mention at a recording session, his home or in the hotel room next door! I thoroughly enjoyed the book. I'm a photo buff and I love all the photos in your book, especially the Las Vegas ones, those are not as common as other concert photos.
Paul Sweeney
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I have just finished reading the book, what a lucky lady the author was and what a great friend for Elvis to have. It's nice to read the author's experiences, I felt that I was there with her while I was reading it and could not put it down until I had finished.
Janet Roberts
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I really loved your book. So much I have read it twice... I learned so much about Elvis I didn't know! You were a true friend to him unconditionally! People like you who are keeping his good name alive are a blessing. Keep up the good work that you do.
Lee Holley
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I am a great Elvis fan and live in Vienna, Austria. Last week I purchased your book "Raised On Elvis! Elvis! Elvis!" I read it in a few days and I'm really wordless! Can it be, that a human could touch so many hearts? Yes, we know it could be...Many thanks, that you share your own and personal memories with us. The little story about you first met Elvis till the last look at him after his death. I think your book tells the stories that the fans want to read. No scandals and other silly things. Lastly, Elvis is in our hearts - yesterday, today, tomorrow and forever.
Harry Pfundner
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I have just finished reading the book (I bought no. 417 of 2,000), and wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed it. What a lucky person Sandi is to have met (and touched) Elvis on so many occasions. Here in Australia, there are many Elvis fans. We have Elvis impersonators putting on shows regularly and last year my husband hired an Elvis costume and sang "Little Egypt" in a competition held on 16th August winning a prize of dinner for 2 at an expensive restaurant. I became an Elvis fan in the year of 1965 when as a shy 13 year old I had a cousin come to stay at my house for several months. She was a huge Elvis fan and it rubbed off on me. We spent all our pocket money on any magazine that featured articles on Elvis so that we could add them to our scrap books. On the radio on a Wednesday evening, a half hour show was dedicated to Elvis songs - I never missed it. My first trip to the capital city, Brisbane, with my girl friends (and not my mother) was to see an Elvis movie. Now, when I listen to Elvis songs or watch his movies, I feel like that young girl again. What a wonderful entertainer Elvis was! Sandi, thank you for allowing others to share a part of your life and to "look back at the good times". They were good times!
Robyn Collins
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WOW! BRAVO!! Your book is positively inspired, Sandi! I began crying when you described hearing that it was true that Elvis had died. After I finished the book, I was still crying, and had to go wash my face again! How fortunate you are to have been able to see him so many times! I realize it took a lot of effort on your part to get to all those concerts and hotels, but still... you lived in the right place at the right time to see him - even when he first burst onto the scene! You had my attention when you wrote about Gladys Presley coming home from shopping, and when she found you sitting there, she offered you lemonade. To see Mr. and Mrs. Presley would have been such a thrill for a young girl, but then when Elvis got onto the motorcycle with you… I just love the way you write, and love the fact that you say you want to share your experiences with all the fans who never got close! Well, I'm one of those. Somehow I never thought I could get to a concert because I had little kids, and I worked full time. His concerts were always so far away. I always thought there would be more time, that I would see Elvis when the kids were older... Now they are older, and I'm a LOT older, a retired RN. I've started to collect books about Elvis. I have about 40 now, and yours is the one I can relate to the most. I went to those concerts with you, and schemed for tickets front and center. Through your descriptions, I recognized every aspect of the concert from the opening intro until he would leave the stage. (I've watched the concerts over and over and over again on VHS & DVD). I knew all the guys from other books I've read, but with your book, I feel that I've met them and had lunch with them. None of the books I own seem to be 'bashing' Elvis, and I would never buy one that I suspected would do so. How about all those photos of him kissing you - WOWEE! Your final tribute to Elvis - the last two chapters - are outstanding. I love the high praise that you give his legacy - your analysis is at least as good as any I've read. And I'm glad you didn't sell your photos earlier. They are excellent, and should appear in your own book. The ones on pages 67 through 73 are especially nice. It's good to see photos of you in the days you followed Elvis, and as you are today - a fine looking woman. Thanks again for signing your book for me, Sandi. I truly have enjoyed it immensely. LOVED IT!!
Connie Pollock
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Author Sandi Pichon with the jockeys from Dreamer.
The Jockeys from Dreamer

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Dear Sandi, Thank You for writing your book!!! I finished it this morning & I love it!!! It was as if you had reached deep inside my heart & saw the way I felt about Elvis. The things that you said about the way you watched the Aloha Special & how you noticed the little things he did, where taken from my memory, although only you knew about the ham string. I have read many books about Elvis, some I have liked & some I haven’t. Your book however will forever be my favorite book (and I am not just saying that!) & when anyone ask which book I would recommend, it will be yours. Thanks Again!!!
Cheryl Mitchell
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I really enjoyed your story! Clearly you truely cared for the man, and you deserved all the special times you enjoyed! I want to thank you for sharing a different look at the world of Elvis Presley. I was lucky to see him about a dozen times starting in April 1972 in Buffalo, New York and finally in May 1977 here in Rochester. I was 7 years old in 1972! My parents saw him in Buffalo in April 1957 when they were teenagers! The way your story was told was very heartfelt, and I could also relate to the painful feeling towards the end. He brings so much enjoyment to so many even to this day, it's very sad that he himself is not around to enjoy life. I guess the world was never meant to see an old Elvis Presley. Anyway, I want to thank you again for such an excellent book. The photographs were excellent! I absolutely love concert shots! I wish you nothing but the best with all you do!
Benny Ruggieri
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I absolutely loved it - I loved the pictures too - the book is wonderful.
Linda Cervello
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After receiving the book as a Christmas present I found it compelling reading. I have been an ELVIS fan since my late teens - 29 years ago, I remember the exact place where I was on that fatal day in August 1977. Only over the last two years have I started an Elvis collection of CD’s, books and other memorabilia and done the ultimate trip to Memphis and Elvis's home, which was fantastic! The welcome from the local people was overwhelming compared to the United Kingdom everyone was so polite and well mannered. Memphis was so good that I’m in the process of planning another trip in June 2005 to see other places of interest connected to Elvis. In other books (20) that I own about Elvis they all had some sort of angle to show the worst of what appears to me as just a very genuine man who had so much to give to people either by his music or just being himself. Your book just showed your genuine story with no angle other than to share your experience of meeting a really nice person. Your photographs are great and it makes a change to see different shots compared to other publications that use the same ones all the time. Thanks for this book - I only wish that I could of been there too.
Darren Sarson
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There is so many books about Elvis, so it takes a lot to impress me. This book 'Raised on Elvis' was an excellent book. I enjoyed it from beginning to end.
Alain Boulianne
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Reading the book is the next best thing to actually being there, which none of us can do now. Through Sandi's vivid descriptions she has taken us back to those wonderful days. (Picture: Sandi Haynes Pichon, with Elvis fan Janet Makin, at 'The Elvis Festival', Porthcawl, 2004.
Janet Makin

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I met Sandi at Audubon Drive, during Elvis's 70th birthday celebrations. I bought her book and have just finished reading it. She was really lucky to have been so close to Elvis. I had to worship from afar in England. We waited for him to tour over here but unfortunately, that never happened. I really did enjoy the book, it gave me an insight into the man himself and as people say he was only human like the rest of us. It is amazing how we all still miss him after all these years, his personality was electrifying.
Yvonne D'Arcy
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When I was in Memphis celebrating Elvis'70th Birthday, I found Sandi's book in one of the stores at EP Blvd. Well, I bought it, read it, and LOVED it! I have 183 Elvis books in my collection, and Sandi's is one of my favourites! What great stories the meetings with Elvis! I can only imagine what it would be like, I was only 12 when he died. I enjoyed reading the book, and will again in the future!
Gerda Gerrits
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