I posted this in the Love/Hate thread, but in case you didn't see it (and thanks, by the way, for taking the time to comment and add the Brett story):

John H -- First, I don't take the above comment as bashing at all, but thank you for starting that way. Second, what you're stating isn't correct. Carlos did not bash me for getting multiple autographs. He bashed me for giving a gift to an artist I admire and am a fan of. Third, you bring up a good point (although a different point than Carlos). I've met Tony Gwynn about 35 times (the luxury of living in San Diego and being in the media). I've gotten his autograph 3 times. One of those times was for a friend. But to answer your question (as it's a great one)...each time, she had a new CD out. So I brought that item for a signature, as I don't like to bring multiple items to get signed (you look like a dealer and not a fan). When I interviewed Ian Anderson (Jethro Tull)...which I will post in my blog sometime soon, I asked him why he was sometimes rude to autograph fans. He said "Isn't one enough?" (the more detailed answer, again, will appear when I post the interview with him). He said he got one singers autograph that he loved. He framed it, and when he met the guy again, he had no desire for a second autograph. He doesn't understand why others aren't the same. I laughed and said, "Well...do I have you autograph Aqualung, your most famous album? Or do I pick Benefits...or A Passion Play? I love all three. Do you see the dilemma!!!!"