One of the toughest parts of public appearances is knowing when to leave the stage or pulpit or the keyboard. I've researched some of the best closing lines in show business history such as Bob Hope's "Thanks for the Memories" and Jackie Gleason's "And Awaaay We Go" but the one that always pleased me the most was "Good Night , Mrs. Calabash where ever your are". Jimmy Durante repeated that same line, with the same intensity after every appearance for over 30 years. People by the millions speculated on who the mysterious Mrs. Calabash really was. As far as I can tell Jimmy never told anyone in public and several stories developed over the years. The whole point being that it is time for me to take my leave of this site; I've had fun but I feel that I am on the verge of overstaying my welcome.
So Adieu,bon Ami,adieu; vayas con Dios; auf Wiedrschoen and Goodbye, Mrs. Calabash whoever you are! Jim
One of the toughest parts of public appearances is knowing when to leave the stage or pulpit or the keyboard. I've researched some of the best closing lines in show business history such as Bob Hope's "Thanks for the Memories" and Jackie Gleason's "And Awaaay We Go" but the one that always pleased me the most was "Good Night , Mrs. Calabash where ever your are". Jimmy Durante repeated that same line, with the same intensity after every appearance for over 30 years. People by the millions speculated on who the mysterious Mrs. Calabash really was. As far as I can tell Jimmy never told anyone in public and several stories developed over the years. The whole point being that it is time for me to take my leave of this site; I've had fun but I feel that I am on the verge of overstaying my welcome.
So Adieu,bon Ami,adieu; vayas con Dios; auf Wiedrschoen and Goodbye, Mrs. Calabash whoever you are! Jim
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