During a recent drive back from Austin, I had time to reflect upon the many significant encounters I've had with various celebrities. In the interest of sharing, I've decided to include them here as an irregular feature called "Conversations with Famous People." Enjoy.
The Year: 1992
The Place: An unnamed fine dining club in Bryan, TX
The Person: Hall-of-Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan
Nolan Ryan: Excuse me, what is this?
Pete: It's mahi mahi, Mr. Ryan.
Nolan Ryan: Could I get a steak?
Pete: Sure thing. What kind of wine would you like?
Nolan Ryan: Could I get a Miller Lite instead?
Pete: No problem.
Join us next time for another riveting chapter of "Conversations with Famous People."
Heh, my father (while in high school) played an exhibition game against a college baseball team. The pitcher on that team? Nolan Ryan. My father got a hit off of him.
I don't believe he said a word to him.