What can the sculpter learn from watching Michelangelo, the painter from watching Rembrandt or Da Vinci, or the fighter from watching Ali?
Mostly you can observe their style and try to understand the theory behind their methods, but chances are you'll never be able to replicate their performance nor the seemingly peaceful sensations they experience while performing. You can be mesmerized by the intensity and ease at which the impossible is executed, but probably never experience being in the same place as the genius you are observing. It's truly amazing and wonderful to be in the presence of someone that understands and speaks the very laungage of the instruments he uses; the balls, table, and cue. Like a mother loves and understands her child.
You would have enjoyed the serenity and pleasure of his company.
You would have certainly enhanced your ball racking abilities.
As I drove to Le Cue, I always hoped that I would get some table time with Gene, and as time passed usually did.
Jim
