What do you do when confronted with a celebrity? Do you get all ga ga-ed and run up to them and get your feelings hurt or simply nod and keep it moving? I really don't know but I say let the moment lead you.
I was sitting in the lobby of a Disney Hotel when Patti LaBelle walked in with her entourage, knowing how much I wanted her autograph, picture, and let her know how much I admire her talent. And of course invite her to dinner and hang out with the family (lol).
I spoke cordially and stayed in my seat while she spoke, smiled, and continued to walk past me. A part of me wanted to walk up and say "Hi Ms Patti", while the other part said,"No she doesn't want to be bothered". Timing is everything. It could've ended badly if I had interrupted and she was in a bad mood, maybe even slighted me a bit, tainted my respect for her. So sometime you go with your gut and leave those people alone, you'll get your chance.
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