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Debbie Reynolds and Gene Kelly in the film, "Singin' in the Rain." Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds will be featured Friday, Jan. 7, in a lauded HBO special which was moved up for airing after their deaths. ON SHOW BIZ, MOTHER-DAUGHTER RELATIONSHIPS, ADDICTION, COURAGE, HUMOR, MENTAL HEALTH Good morning, good morning, We've gabbed the whole night through..... Good morning, good morning to you. Good morning, good morning, Sun beams will soon smile through Good morning, good morning, to you and you and you... (from "Singin' in the Rain") STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS by BRUCE KELLER others courtesy AP, Girl Scouts & Hollywood studios I GREW UP with those wonderful, innocent, 1950s musicals. "Singin' in the Rain" was a family favorite. Debbie Reynolds was only 18 when the picture was made, but held her own with Gene Kelly and Donald O'Connor. Debbie's snappy time steps and my mother's tap dancing skills encouraged my lifelong love of tap dancing. A young Debbie Reynolds proudly displays her Girl Scout badges. IN 1969, I WAS not much older than Reynolds was when she made that film. That was the year Lee Newspapers chose me to interview Reynolds. I was sent to Wyoming in a snow storm as a cub reporter to cover her keynote speech at a Girl Scout jamboree. Long a Scout herself, Reynolds charmed the overflow house with witty show biz tales. Wyoming's movers and shakers gave her a standing ovation. A fellow Girl Scout on my first of hundreds of "star" interviews, I was thrilled to get 15 minutes with her. When I dropped my pen, she graciously returned it to my shaking hand. Debbie Reynolds, Eddie Fisher and youngsters Todd and Carrie. "Now be calm and confident and promise to write a good story," she said, "Scouts honor?" I still have her handwritten thank-you note. Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia. DEBBIE SAID during the interview that she wanted to be the world's oldest Girl Scout when she died. I don't know if she was -- at 84 -- but the Girl Scout blog is paying tribute to her for a life of artistic achievement, philanthropy and Girl Scout devotion. Debbie's beloved daughter, Carrie, had just turned 13 when I interviewed her 37-year old mother. Years later, in an interview with Fisher in Phoenix, Az., I asked her what she might have been doing when I was interviewing her mother. (Her father was famed crooner Eddie Fisher, who left the family to marry Elizabeth Taylor when Carrie was a toddler.) Cookie (Christene Meyers) and her late mother, Ellen Cosgriffe, also tap danced, sang and wrote. Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher photographed five years ago. "Oh, I was probably misbehaving, or having lunch at Cary Grant's," she joked. Her self-deprecating charm delighted the audience at her one-woman show later that day. ("When I was a teen, my mother was concerned that I was experimenting with drugs. So she did what any other mother would do: she called Cary for advice.") I loved her entrance in the Scottsdale Performing Arts Center. She came down through the house in a well worn house coat and bedroom slippers, which she kicked off. For 100 minutes on a cleverly chaotic set, she was mesmerizing. We laughed and cried at her touchingly told tales. The line between comic and tragic is a thin one as she proved in her prolific career as writer and producer. Carrie Fisher performing her hit autobiographical stage show, "Wishful Drinking" in 2009. She died at age 60 this week. WE REMEMBER her brief marriage to musician Paul Simon and her role as Princess Leia in "Star Wars." Her most lasting contribution, though, which combined fine acting and writing, was her ability to enlighten us, giving us insight and compassion on the complex subjects of mental health and addiction. My family has had its own share of both of the above, so I was moved to see Fisher's honesty and humor on the subjects of alcohol and drug use, bi-polar disorders, mothers and daughters and the relationship between mental turmoil and brilliance. What a mind she had, using her own knowledge of depression, alcoholism and creativity to share the vivid emotional landscape she inhabited. Debbie Reynolds passed at 84. Here she is at her Las Vegas hotel-museum, which failed to make it. Some of the star's costumes have gone to museums. I'D HAVE LOVED to have interviewed the two of them together with my mother, Ellen, a huge fan of both women. We'd have spent an afternoon together, just the four of us. Even though I grew up away from Hollywood in landlocked Montana, I identified with Fisher's one-woman show. Her tumultuous adolescence and the challenges of growing up with privilege, in the shadow of two famous parents, had universal truth. It couldn't have been easy, yet she described the pain, elation, loneliness and fear with elegance and self-effacing charm. I drew understanding from her thoughts, which echoed my mother's descriptions of her challenges. Debbie Reynolds in the lead of "The Unsinkable Molly Brown." PHOTOS OF of Fisher and Reynolds together in recent years show Reynolds' pride and their mutual love and respect. The pictures also reveal a spirit of optimism. I admire that, and their chutzpah. Both had it in spades. Both had multiple relationships yet persevered despite disappointment. While Fisher was signing books and touring her one-woman show, Reynolds was selling out her show at Bemelman's in New York's famed Carlyle Hotel. She continued her humanitarian interests and even tried her hand at the hotel business in Las Vegas. When her husbands squandered her fortune, she kept her cool, appearing on TV and in productions of "Mame" and "Hello Dolly." There's a wonderful lyric from "I Ain't Down Yet," a great tune in another family favorite, "The Unsinkable Molly Brown." The film earned the unsinkable Reynolds an Academy Award nomination in 1964. The lyric goes: Respect, admiration, optimism, courage: Debbie Reynolds and daughter Carrie Fisher worked things out. Happy trails. I'm goin' to learn to read and write, I'm goin' to see what there is to see, So if you go from nowhere on the road to somewhere And you meet anyone, you'll know it's me. Thanks for sharing the road with us for a short time. Happy travels, you two stars. And keep an eye out for my mum. You three would like one another! Keller and Cookie pause on a recent trip to Rome in front of the newly renovated Trevi Fountain. Yes,they threw their coins with their right hands over their left shoulders. Imagine yourself where you want to be for 2017! UP NEXT: Usher in the new year and salute it with all the style and energy you can muster. It's time to book that trip, master a new language, take tango lessons, learn to play the saxophone, plan the Alaska adventure you've talked about for decades. Head to Rome -- or another city you've longed to visit. Carpe diem and tempis fugit yourself into the new year, making your dreams into plans then reality. It can be done. We'll share some secrets that keep us traveling. Remember to explore, learn and live with whereiscookie.com. where we deliver a fresh look at travel and the arts around the world.

STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER "The Carpe Diem Kids" The cave houses of Matera were occupied for centuries in the UNESCO heritage site of Matera. Then in the 1950s, they fell into disrepair and squalor. Many are "repurposed" as elegant restaurants, shops and boutique hotels. Until the 1950s, hundreds of families lived in the cave houses of southern Italy. We designed our Southern Puglia Road Trip to see these wondrous structures. Cattle shared cave homes with families, sleeping behind the bed. Chickens roamed the kitchen, children shared clothing and everyone slept in a single bed or on the floor. Hygiene was not up to modern standards so 75 years ago, public outcry forced health inspectors decided to clean up the caves, moving 20,000 residents to modern housing. In a restored cave house, presented as it was lived in for centuries, Cookie admires the bedroom where cattle slept near the humans' bed. While many of the caves are now shops and eateries, a few were kept for tourists. Exploring Matera today is stepping into the world's oldest continuously inhabited city. These aren't just holes in the wall, the hovels they once were. Families lived in these limestone warrens with their livestock, lacking electricity, ventilation, or clean water. Now they are cozy, ancient dwellings. Some have been turned into unique places to stay on a Southern Italy road trip. They've been artfully converted from the primitive caves inhabited for centuries. A few cave houses were preserved as they were and are fascinating tourist attractions. Others have been converted to appealing restaurants, hotels and shops. Matera is a fascinating grouping of caves, homes, cafes, shops and churches. Some of the cave homes have been restored and are offered as tourist attractions, with guided tours available. Our southern Italy road trip led us to tour a restored cave house in Matera's Sassi di Matera district. It was cool, quiet, and felt welcoming. Docents explained how the family lived as we walked through, fascinated by the compact kitchen, and the cattle behind the bed. The walls were thick, white, and uneven, with high vaulted ceilings. The air smelled of old stone, olive oil, and the nearby sea breeze, no longer "the shame of Italy" as the houses were once called. Cookie and Keller pause in Matera's "Sassi" area, an appealing maze of ancient structures, some homes and others repurposed as shops, restaurants and hotels. This area is known for its cafes serving local cuisine. The Great Rebirth The caves were left to the ghosts, abandoned for decades as silent, crumbling ruins. But the tide turned in 1993 when UNESCO recognized the Sassi of Matera as a World Heritage site, sparking a movement to breathe life back into the stone. Artists and visionaries began returning, seeing beauty where others saw decay. They didn't just rebuild; they carefully restored. The transformation followed a unique "albergo diffuso" model -- a "scattered hotel" where rooms are tucked into different caves along the winding alleys, allowing the town itself to serve as the lobby. Modern Magic: Ancient cisterns that once collected rainwater are now candlelit spas. Cave houses where cattle once stayed are appealing restaurant Cave Houses of Puglia This is a view from a cave lodging, Hotel Sassi, in the heart of the centuries old Sassi area of Matera. . Walk into a living museum of stone and light, where honey-colored cliffs conceal homes, chapels, and alleys carved by hand. If you’re planning Southern Italy travel, this is a place where history isn’t behind glass; it’s under your feet, on the walls, and in the limestone dwellings that have evolved from shelters to stylish stays and cultural landmarks. The James Bond movie, "No Time to Die," was partly filmed in Matera, with scenes in this ancient courtyard. Matera Overview and James Bond Matera seems to have existed forever. Only Aleppo and Jericho have similar history -- 10,000 years of habitation. The rock caves, the rocky Murgia of Matera and primitive dwellings of the Sassi tell of ancient people and long ago times. Movie makers were attracted and chose Matera for the opening scenes of "No Time to Die." The city, with its UNESCO World Heritage-listed ancient historic center, offered the perfect backdrop to reflect the sophisticated yet rough and authentic atmosphere that characterizes the James Bond films. Our guide pointed out filming spots on tours. He also noted the Mafia's influence in Matera, which he said is still present through its role in various local services, managing economic competition, and settling scores, as reported by anti-mafia prosecutors and criminologists. Where to Stop: Belvedere di Murgia Timone: A viewpoint across the gorge (Gravina) providing the best view of the entire Sassi skyline, especially at sunset. Tibetan Bridge of the Gravina: An adventurous, high suspension bridge crossing the canyon. MUSMA Museum: The Museum of Contemporary Sculpture, uniquely housed in a 17th-century cave palace. This jolly mannequin invited Keller and Cookie to a feast including sardines and Matera's famous bread. Unique Cultural & Culinary Tips: Taste Matera Bread: Try the local, protected PGI bread, known for its distinct shape and crunchy crust. Crypt of the Original Sin: Known as the "Sistine Chapel" of rock churches, located outside the city center, featuring 1000-year-old frescoes. Sassi in Miniature: A detailed, indoor, stone-carved model of the city. Best Time to Visit: Matera is beautiful year-round, but spring and autumn offer lovely walking weather. Sunset is magical when the cave lights turn on, creating a live nativity scene. Tips for Visiting: Wear sturdy walking shoes as the streets and stairs are uneven and steep. Matera stands on a ravine-edge plateau in the Basilicata region, a dramatic setting that shaped how people lived, worshiped, and worked for millennia. It offers a layered timeline visible in its rock-cut architecture and maze-like quarters. We included it in our southern Italy road trip, for Matera combines evocative history with modern comforts. The onetime symbol of poverty is now a balanced mix of artisan workshops, galleries, trattorias, and boutique accommodations. As our guide said, "The Cave Houses of Matera are not static relics; they are a living blueprint of adaptation." Simple grotto shelters are sophisticated hospitality venues. We wandered through narrow lanes, stopping to examine graves. We heard wind whistling through corridors, bells ringing from hilltop churches, sounds of a vibrant community. This blend of ancient stone and contemporary culture makes Matera unforgettable. A tour group inspects Matera's ancient cemeteries, dating back to the Paleolithic and Byzantine era, now just indentations in the rock, yielding clues into life centuries ago In Depth: the Sassi Region Specifically The Sassi of Matera are the heart of the cave house phenomenon. Two districts, Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso, are dwellings carved directly into the limestone rock. As the caves sheltered early inhabitants, they provided natural insulation against the elements. Gradually, over centuries, the people expanded and connected their caves, creating a complex fabric of homes, churches, shops, communal spaces and graves. The Sassi is a maze of alleys, stairways and terraces revealing the ingenuity of past generations. Matera dates back centuries, beyond 10,000 BCE. Here, a section of ancient dwellings await exploration. The UNESCO designation highlights the cultural and historical importance of the Sassi, recognizing the area as a unique example of rock-cut settlement that has survived through continuous human use. The "repurposed" cave houses have become boutique hotels, restaurants, and museums, offering visitors a chance to experience history firsthand. Exploring the Rock Churches of Matera Our guide wanted us to see cave rock churches, "remarkable cultural treasures," he said. The churches, carved into the rock, feature frescoes dating back to the Byzantine era. The Church of Santa Maria de Idris and the Crypt of the Original Sin are the most famous. We explored these sacred spaces to admire well-preserved frescoes depicting biblical scenes and saints. The churches provide insight into the spiritual life of Matera’s inhabitants and the artistic traditions that flourished in isolation. A cave hotel offers a chance to enjoy comforts of the modern world while staying in a centuries old "repurposed" cave. Many of Matera's ancient caves are now boutique hotels, attractive shops and popular restaurants. Staying in Cave Hotels One of the most unique experiences in Matera is staying in a cave hotel. They blend ancient architecture with modern amenities, offering a cozy and atmospheric stay. Many cave hotels feature stone walls, vaulted ceilings, and natural light filtering through small openings. Trulli houses, also called "cone houses" are a must-see in Puglia. They are fascinating because they were built without mortar, using a dry-stone technique which allowed quick dismantling to avoid taxes. COMING UP: Cone houses,called "Trulli," are another fascinating must-see attraction in Puglia. Come along as we finish our series on Italy's boot, a road trip of Puglia...Trulli are traditional, whitewashed limestone dwellings in Italy's Puglia region, specifically the Itria Valley, known for their iconic conical roofs and UNESCO-listed status in Alberobello.

We photographed Italy's famous Lovers Arch before it collapsed into the sea on Valentine's Day this year. The natural limestone arch, a beloved landmark on the Adriatic coast, was frequently used for proposals and photos, collapsed into the sea during severe storms associated with "Storm Oriana". Editor's Note: We begin a three-part series on the wonders of Puglia, flying into Bari, the capital of southern Italy, renting a car, heading south to Lecce, our base for daytrips, and on to the wonders at "the tip of the boot." Story By Christene Meyers Photos By Bruce Keller "The Carpe Diem Kids" If you've been reluctant to rent a car in Italy, a perfect way to conquer your fear is to fly to Bari, rent a car and drive south to Puglia -- to Lecce and beyond. The colors of Bari are particularly bold at holidays, but the town lights up year round, here with Keller & Cookie Puglia is a relatively undiscovered gem, an appealing landscape of olive groves, stone walls, stunning coastal views and well preserved wonders. Lecce is a perfect base for exploring Puglia and the southern Salento peninsula by car. Bari is easy to reach from other European cities to start your Southern Puglia Road Trip. We flew from Brussels in just over two hours, rented our car and headed south. Driving here is nothing like navigating the frenzy of Roman streets. In Lecce, Matera and the villages of Puglia, Americans seldom visit. Speak even a few words of Italian and you'll be welcomed with a relaxed vibe, friendly people, authentic villages and a charming pace, the opposite of Rome's hustle and bustle . I'd been to Italy 20 times so I figured I knew what to expect here. But Puglia is another world, and should be on a well traveled person's radar. In scenic Puglia, Manuella, right, greets friends "Cookie and Keller" at Santa Cesarea Terme, for an afternoon tour. We thank our friend Manuella for encouraging us. We met her on a cruise a couple years ago. She is from that alluring corner of southern Italy and convinced us that a visit to Puglia, its villages and the Sassi of Matera should be on our must-see list. In fact, she lobbied that a Southern Puglia Road Trip is essential to our knowledge of southern Europe. So we spent two weeks of wonder and delight, taking an Italian road trip which included a visit with Manuella and her family and a rewarding venture into this lesser known but truly corner of her country. The coastline of Puglia is a mix of ancient sea walls, welcoming resorts and cafes and water views at every turn: -- the Adriatic Sea to the east, the Strait of Otranto and Ionian Sea to the southeast and Gulf of Taranto to the south. Gorgeous views abound as you leave Bari and head south. The cliff-side drama of Polignano a Mare can be enjoyed as you sample a panino col polpo (octopus sandwich) and watch cliff jumpers. It's famous for its tiny beach tucked into a cove. The distance is 152 kilometers Bari to Lecce, so get an early start so you can linger along the way. Lecce -- the 'Florence of the South,' a Baroque Jewel We arrived in Lecce in time to explore the Old Town, whose history spans ancient Messapian settlements to a flourishing Baroque period reflecting Roman infrastructure, Norman rule, and eventual Spanish control. Lecce's Old Town is a charming mix of narrow streets, ornate facades, hidden squares, casual eateries and elegant shops. Here, Bruce Keller and Christene "Cookie" Meyers view the options for lunch and gelato. After Roman times, the city endured invasions before the Normans revitalized it, leading to a prosperous county and eventually its integration into the Kingdom of Naples. The most significant transformation was under Charles V, which ushered in the 17th-century Baroque era, defining its unique architecture. Lecce's Baroque architecture is mesmerizing. We strolled from one piazza to another, enjoying shops and restaurants and talented buskers. By day, it's sunny and welcoming. At night, there are lights and couples strolling after a late meal. It's scene after scene of golden lights on a modern day nativity setting. Lecce Duomo. We walked the town in an easy half-day, returning two other days to admire the Piazza del Duomo with its intricate baroque design, and Basilica di Santa Croce, Lecce's crown jewel, in various light. To truly soak up the atmosphere of this beautiful city, you'll want to stay several days and be sure to visit the Old Town for dinner one evening to enjoy the dazzling lights as they come on. Otranto Castle made a fun day trip, here Bruce Keller and Christene "Cookie" Meyers pose in front of the 11th Century Castle, built between 1485-1498 to protect from sea invasions by the Ottoman Empire. Fun Day Trip, a Coastal Escape to Otranto We took a day trip to Otranto, less than an hour from Lecce. It's a jewel of Puglia on the Adriatic coast, renowned for its 11th-century Cathedral with stunning mosaics, the imposing Aragonese Castle, and a charming, whitewashed historic center. Great place to stop for lunch and a leisurely walk. Otranto lighthouse is an active facility in Capo d'Otranto, the easternmost point in Italy and narrowest point of Strait of Otranto. It was abandoned for years, but reopened for tourists after historians realized its importance and began renovation efforts. It is now a beloved and often visited landmark for locals and tourists. Highlights include the breathtaking Baia dei Turchi the unique Cava di Bauxite the Lungomare promenade, offering a perfect blend of history, culture, and coastal beauty. The Adriatic views and harbor are picturesque, the seaside walls impressive and the mosaics are well preserved. We suggest lunch overlooking the harbor. Lecce is known as "the Florence of the south" for its beautiful arches and golden hued limestone which was carved into elaborate patterns. The Triumphal Arch is one of three gates to Lecce, here behind Keller and Cookie. Italy's Gallipoli -- The Ionian Coast Surprise Another day trip is a visit to Gallipoli, not the more famous Turkish site of World War II battles, but another Gallipoli, a laid back fishing village with beautiful sunsets along the Ionian Sea. Italy's Gallipoli is famous for its seafood markets and an island old town connected by a bridge. Another great place to park the car, stroll, grab lunch or gelato. The Southern Tip of the Heel Capo Santa Maria di Leuca Lighthouse We drove to Santa Maria di Leuca, where the Adriatic and Ionian seas meet. The coastline is dramatic and its lighthouse has a fairy tale allure. Our friends insisted we take the time to get there, past olive groves and estates nicely shrouded by the landscape. Italy has more than 400 lighthouses, many in southern Italy where they were necessary navigational tools. Why a Car Makes Puglia Special A road trip through the sun-washed towns of Puglia reveals a side of Italy where centuries-old traditions, whitewashed villages, century-old olive groves and unforgettable cuisine come together around every bend in the road. For travelers seeking authentic culture beyond the crowded icons, exploring southern Italy by car unlocks the hidden beauty of Puglia’s historic towns and Adriatic coast. We quickly learned the parking rules. Look for blue lines meaning you pay, white lines meaning free and red meaning don't park here. We took a photo of our rental car license so we could easily find it. For us, the magic of our Puglia road trip was discovering that the most memorable moments are often found in the smallest villages. We recommend a road trip here for several reasons: Easy drives between villages Hidden countryside where you can take your time and not worry about being lost Olive groves, villages to explore, reasonably priced lodging and splendid food -- pasta the pastries. We recommend the pasticciotto, a delicious cream-filled pastry. There are picture book olive groves, too, and whitewashed villages all around Puglia. Surrounded by Matera's stunning hillsides and cave houses are Cookie and Keller, exploring. If it looks like a scene from a James Bond movie, it is. Matera was the scene of "No Time To Die." The cast and crew spent several weeks filming in the world's oldest continuously inhabited city, above and below. UP NEXT: Matera beckons. It deserves its own separate story with its unique cave hotels and restaurants, its fascinating pedestrian only areas, its stone churches, bridges and distinction as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the oldest continuously inhabited city on Earth. We explore the city with two guides, one in a jeep and one on foot.

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BOOKS, POETRY & LOVE STORIES 'Lilian's Last Dance' book tour passes 30 mark -- Europe to Asia to rural Montana...bars to backyards, bistros, barns & Buffalo Bill Center A troupe of actors makes its way across the U.S., as silent movies give way to the talkies. Side trips to Paris and London, with a stop in rural Montana, plus a love triangle, drug addiction, show biz flair, loyalty tested, gunslingers, jealousies and dreams. Critics praised the tone, detail, intricate relationships and colorful rendering of place, period and interesting people. Christene Meyers Nov 10, 2025 3 min read First novel by Christene "Cookie" Meyers First novel by Christene "Cookie" Meyers. Lilians Last Dance Keller Keller Nov 10, 2025 6 min read Professor's legacy lives on in garden christened by poet Allen Ginsberg Christene "Cookie" Meyers at the dedication of the Bruce Meyers Poets Garden, May, 1993, on the campus of Montana State University-Billings, then Eastern Montana College. Three of the professor's poems etched on marble were written on the memorial site. The garden is listed in the Smithsonian's list of public art (see link below.) STORY By CHRISTENE MEYERS PHOTOS By BRUCE KELLER Architect Ted Wirth and EMC president Bruce Carpenter discuss the project at the groundbreaking i Christene Meyers May 27, 2021 4 min read 1 2 3 4

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