A Legend is Dead!

This is the day a bunch of people's lives changed. This is the day Elvis Presley died. Thoughts were running through peoples heads. He has died because of an over dose of drugs and cigarettes. Once again this is the day Elvis Presley died. I am interviewing my mom on Elvis Presley dying.

What where you thinking when Elvis died?

A legend has died. Will there ever be another one like him?

How did you get the news about Elvis dying?

I was watching the Merve Griffin Show when "Elvis died" came across the bottom of the screen.

What was your reaction?

I couldn't believe that he died?

What songs did you like that where by him?

I liked Love Me Tender, In the Ghetto, and Jail House Rock.

Did you like Elvis? Why or why not?

I loved him because he had a beautiful voice. He was one of a kind.

Do you wish you could of gone to one of his concerts?

Yes because he was an original Rock-and-Roller.

What where some experiences you have had with Elvis?

My mom and dad listened to his music all the time.

What were you doing when he died?

Playing games with my brother and sister while watching T.V.

What is a connection you have with Elvis?

We are both from small towns.

I have learned a lot about Elvis from doing this. I thought that he was just a normal singer. But I thought wrong, he was a loved one. He was a legend. He is still in many people's hearts today. I know he is in my mom's and dad's hearts.

Cassie C.