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WhWm — 12 years ago(September 29, 2013 04:13 PM)
Well, I am very thankful you shared this so I was able to speak with Alan. I would like to send him a small gift to let him know he is still remembered. Can you recommend something small that he might appreciate? How do I get his room number to ensure Alan receives his gift?
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cmjohnson87 — 12 years ago(September 29, 2013 05:46 PM)
I've learned that generally what is really appreciated is a sincere letter, letting them know how much you appreciated their work etc.etc. But if you'd like to send him something perhaps as he has Scottish ancestry a tin of shortbread cookies which can be generally found at any Grocery Store. Might be a cute gift idea.
If you address your letter to:
Alan Young
c/o Motion Picture & Television Country House and Hospital
23388 Mulholland Drive
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
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WhWm — 12 years ago(September 30, 2013 06:11 PM)
That is a really nice idea about the shortbread cookies. I am not aware if Alan has any health issues that would preclude him from being able to enjoy the cookies. His birthday is coming up in November and this would be a nice gift to include with his birthday card.
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NYSiciliana — 12 years ago(October 30, 2013 07:21 PM)
I know this post isn't too old, but is it still current? I'm 21 and I've been watching Mr. Ed on TV since I was in middle school, and I'd like to send a letter of appreciation to Wilbur himself! I just want to be sure this address is still accurate!
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WhWm — 12 years ago(November 01, 2013 06:50 PM)
Hi MrsBartyCrouchjr:
This is still the current address for Alan Young. In fact, I just spoke with him a week ago and told him how much I love him and was keeping him in my prayers and he told me "God bless you."
I will be sending a birthday card and gift to this address and you might want to put your appreciation letter in a birthday card. I am sure he would like to hear from you and I would include your age because I know he would get a kick at having younger fans. -
WhWm — 12 years ago(November 13, 2013 09:23 AM)
Hi asuckerforagoodtvshow. I cannot speak for Alan. However, it would really surprise me if Alan Young would pick up the phone and start doing an interview with a complete stranger. Recently, when I spoke with him, we only conversed briefly. I inquired how he was feeling and closed the conversation by informing him how much we loved and admired him.
In addition, I would guess that Alan gets paid to do interviews and that they aren't free. Who knows? Make him an offer. He MIGHT bite. -
WhWm — 12 years ago(November 13, 2013 09:42 AM)
Hi cmjohnson87:
I ordered Alan Young's gifts this morning and they should arrive on Friday or Monday by Fed Ex. Your suggestion of shortbread cookies was great. Now, another question:
What would be an interesting and fun Christmas present for Alan?
Btw, this is what I had shipped to Alan this morning. Hope he likes everything.
Toffee Shortbread Cookie Tin
(Neiman Marcus)
http://www.neimanmarcus.com/Toffee-Shortbread-Cookies-shortbread-cooki es/prod50710114___/p.prod?icid=&searchType=MAIN&rte=%252Fsearc h.jsp%253FN%253D0%2526Ntt%253Dshortbread%252520cookies&eItemId=pro d50710114&cmCat=search
Hankerchiefs, set of 10
(Neiman Marcus)
http://www.neimanmarcus.com/Handkerchiefs-Set-of-10/prod131360001___/p .prod?icid=&searchType=MAIN&rte=%252Fcategory.service%253FNtt% 253Dhankerchiefs%2526pageSize%253D120%2526No%253D0%2526refinements%253 D&eItemId=prod131360001&cmCat=search
Maple Pecan Shortbread Cookie Tin
(Vermont Country Store)
http://www.vermontcountrystore.com/store/jump/productDetail/Food_& Candy/Candy&Desserts/Cookies/Shortbread_Cookies/54650
Vermont Maple Butter, 8 oz. jar
(Vermont Country Store)
http://www.vermontcountrystore.com/store/jump/productDetail/Food& Candy/Pantry&Gourmet_Food/Vermont_Maple_Syrup/Vermont_Maple_But ter%288_oz.Jar%29/53037
Cheddar Sampler
(Vermont Country Store)
http://www.vermontcountrystore.com/store/jump/productDetail/Food& Candy/Pantry&_Gourmet_Food/Vermont_Cheddar_Cheese/Cheddar_Sample r/62218?eVar24=62218&eVar21=often+purchased+with&eVar20=62217 -
NYSiciliana — 12 years ago(November 05, 2013 07:52 PM)
Hi Alobster777,
Thanks a bunch! That's right, his birthday is coming up soon so it would be more appropriate to send a birthday card. Thanks for the advice and I'll definitely put my age. I'm such a huge Mister Ed fan so sending a letter to Mr. Young would be amazing for me. My mom watched it in the 60s and I'm so glad she shared this show with me as a kid. I also loved his work in the Time Machine and DuckTales; both I watched as a kid as well.
Thanks again!
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pdbrat — 10 years ago(January 11, 2016 04:55 PM)
She had not been his wife since the 90's. They remained somewhat friendly, but he briefly married a friend of his daughter's following the divorce. That did not end well. Sadly, many people try to take advantage of him.