Hi, about 6 years ago I went to the library to rent "funny movies" To my delight, I met you, literally, speaking and boy were you stacked !!! Before making your acquaintance, I was in a such a joyless bind...seriously, I brought you home to meet the family and we laughed till we cried. Not the boohoo kind of cry, it was the tears running down your face, mascara dripping, stop, I can't take it anymore, oh my side hurts, knee slapping kind of cry. I had always wanted to be the next Erma Bombeck but now I want to be just like you when I grow up. I will be 56 this May. Last night a friend was feeling a bit down and I suggested she could use a little dose of Loretta. I couldnt believe it when she told me you were in her car! You really get around! She had your cd set called THE BEST OF LORETTA LAROCHE ...life is short, wear your party pants ...in her front seat. I knew you'd never take a back seat to anyone.
I loved one of the quotes you shared..."When things get tough and you think you are at the end of your rope, just tie a knot in it and swing." Leo B
What you are doing is so necessary...your humor is helping to make this world a better place! Thank you and Loretta...if you are ever in Chicago, I'd like to take you for a ride and bring you home to meet the family in person!
Sincerely, Rosemary Durkin Snyder

Dear Rosemary, Thanks so much for your wonderful e-mail. It's great to hear from individuals who have been witness to my insanity. I love what I do and I sincerely hope it makes a difference in people's lives. It just so happens that I am going to be the key note speaker at the Erma Bombeck writer's conference in Erma's hometown in Ohio. She was my idol so I feel very blessed that this is happening..Take good care and keep laughing. It;s one of the few free things that has medical benefits...Best, Loretta