The problem with writing, for me, can be summed up in a simple question. "What is your voice?" That's it. It isn't more complicated than that. I know there can be thoughts of prose and meter and narrative and whatever else writers like to spew in coffee shops and endless volumes of curricula. But, for…
I Wrote This
I didn't want to do this today. I woke up in a pretty good mood. The sun was shining, the sky was blue, there was a slight chill in the air and I was still a little groggy from the deep sleep I experienced. But, I got out of the warmth of my bed, placed…
Am I Still Impressed?
I wonder if the people who work with fireworks are still impressed by what they do? Do they still watch with anticipation and glee as the next comet blazes up in to the dark sky and stand in awe as it goes, BOOM? Do they still Ooh and Aah as the vibrant colors fill the…
Just Start
You've read the books, seen the videos, taken the classes, prayed, meditated, studied, waited, taken the photos, edited the reels, put together the portfolios, hit Save on the files, heard from the mentors, listened to the podcasts, bought the computer, the software, the equipment, the clothes, the accessories, gotten the haircut, the skin care regimen,…
Pre-Audition
You got this. You can do it. Just breathe and remember what you rehearsed. Remember your lessons and classes and hours and hours of research. You can do this. Just breathe. You're here for a reason. You're here because you have something to offer. Something important. You. So just breathe. This is what you love…