A sequel to Teddy Ripskin?!?!!

Haha, no, no, no...that would be a cruel joke to play on me, and let's not mention the world, because I am convinced that somehow this film is managing to prevent peace in the Middle East and encourage Global Warming. I haven't quite figured out how yet, but I'm sure there's a connection there somewhere. I've actually haven't heard from the director at all concerning the project, and I'm not about to call him to ask "What's up?" I'm smarter than that. I will just count my blessings and move forward.

Moving forward actually involves some more money coming my way. My internship at Maultsby Model & Talent has led me to another part time job. Our current acting coach wants to step down to spend more time with her family, so Patty (my boss) asked me if I wanted the job. Absolutely! My title is Acting/Modeling Coach, but it isn't really what it sounds like. Right now, I am not worrying about teaching the skills of acting/modeling. I will actually teach a class twice a month instructing beginners in the industry how to construct a headshot/resume, how to go into an audition (what to wear), what they should have an agent, and basically how to get started. I will teach my first class on Oct. 18th, and I'm excited and extremely nervous. I'll let you know how it goes. The best part is that I will get paid!

Other happenings in my life? Well, my friend, Courtney, and I went to see Dashboard Confessional in Raleigh, and it was absolutely amazing! Dashboard is on my top 5 musicians list and it was amazing to see Chris Carrabba live. Here's a little excerpt from his blog about his NC show:
"The last time we played North Carolina was not great. The rain was torrential and apparently in the real church going town we were in, Wednesday was bible study night for everyone. So the show was small and sedate. I was wondering---actually I was sure---that this NC show was going to be more of the same. The room we played was meant for symphony and orchestra. Big cushy seats and what not. I was certain this would lead to a casual show experience. Not the case. This crowd went nuts and stayed nuts from lights up to lights down. I was floored. If you were there I thank you. If you were not there then I can't even describe what you missed. It was jaw dropping. We talk about the energy of this audience now as almost a standard bearer. Well done."
Yep, Court and I were representing for sure!

Last week I also went to Wilmington's Riverfest. Wilmington has more festivals than probably necessary, but Riverfest was actually pretty fun. It's held downtown right along the riverwalk. There's tons of unhealthy festival food and booths showing off everything from photography to bags to bathroom renovations. It was nice down-home fun with people dressed as pirates walking around entertaining the kids (the NC coast is pretty proud of their pirate history). I was even pleasantly surprised that NC's liberal side showed that it does indeed exist. There was a booth for Pro-Choice (No Pro-Life booths to be found) and we saw a guy with a t-shirt with Bush and Cheney on it that read, "Meet the F*ckers!" Needless to say, I was impressed.

I think that pretty much concludes the update on my life. The Sharper Image is trying its best to show profit. Yamanda should have last month's catalog and the Teddy Ripskin script, so ask her to share. I go in today from 1 - 9:15, and then Britt and I are going to check out the new Elizabeth movie. Jealous Julia?

Alright, well, I hope you all are doing well. I love you and miss you! Maybe I can ask for a ticket out to CA at Christmas time or something.