Don't Snap an Elephant to a Tree (ePub)

Jeanne Robertson, one of America's most loved and respected speakers and humorist, has amassed over 142 million views on YouTube and thousands of followers on Facebook. She is theauthor of 4 books and 9 CDs/DVDs, and she wrote a regular column for one of several local magazines from 2000 until 2021. Her most popular stories include "Don't Send a Man to the Grocery Store," "Don't Bungee Jump Naked," and "Don't Snap an Elephant to a Tree." During the pandemic, her "Live From the Back Porch" Facebook live shows were frequently in the top 10 for worldwide viewership, according to Pollstar.Originally from Graham, NC, Jeanne lived in Burlington, NC, for many years. In 1963, she wonthe Miss North Carolina Pageant and participated in the Miss America Pageant, where she was voted "Miss Congeniality." She is the tallest woman ever to compete in that pageant. After graduating from Auburn University in 1967, she taught physical education, coached basketball, and was a part-time professional speaker until 1976, when she began speaking full-time.She was a professional speaker with more than 50 years of experience. She received numerous awards, including every award and honor bestowed by the National Speakers Association and the highest Toastmasters Award, The Golden Gavel Award. Jeanne proudly asserts that speaking both English and Southern helped her achieve these honors.In 2010, she teamed up with Al McCree Entertainment. Together, they took her humor into theatres, where she introduced audiences to her cast of beloved characters, including her husband Jerry, a.k.a. "Left-Brain;" son Beaver; her long-time Executive Assistant Toni, a.k.a. "The Queen of the Tickets;" her "Bestest Friend" Norma Rose; and Jane Tucker "from NYC."On August 21, 2021, the world got a little less funny when Jeanne passed away peacefully in her home after a short illness. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jerry.Jeanne's friends, family, and fans continue to remember her stories, ensuring

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