November 7th, 2000

Wow! I can’t believe I’m entering my final month here at the Kerouac House. It’s gone by so fast!

I feel very fortunate to have met Steve Allen before his passing last week. Of course there are many who knew him much better than myself, but I would like everyone to know that in the first minute he stepped into the room there was a calming presence. He was a very gentle and truly nice man. I will always remember him looking into my bedroom here at the Kerouac House. The whole time I was thinking STEVE ALLEN IS HERE AND I HOPE MY ROOM IS CLEAN!! Besides being a renowned entertainer and musician, Mr. Allen was an accomplished writer. He is truly missed.

On a lighter note, I’d like to encourage everyone to vote today. Tomorrow morning we’ll know the results of the election. I hope when you find out the results, you will take satisfaction in knowing that you played a part in the decision.

I’d also like to wish Tracey Chappell,my best friend in the entire world, a very happy 23rd birthday!!

I promise to update this more often, especially since I have a very limited amount of time left here at the Kerouac House.

—Erin