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Illness, Filming, and Part-Time Jobs
9 years ago
Wow. Life man, life. It never stops coming does it? Until, of course... it does... *awkward crickets*
Anyway. Here's what's going on:
My Grandmother ended up in the ER last week because her insulin levels were staying dangerously high, but they were able to get everything balanced back out and now she's being released, probably to a nursing home. Which is incredibly frustrating for her because she'd been living on her own up until now and she's still sharp as a tack. But the other folks who live in the nursing home are mostly crippled by alzheimer's. She just can't seem to keep her insulin levels under control these days even though she's been meticulous with her diet and eating schedule.
My uncle, the one my mom rescued, will be getting out of rehab in a week or so and then we have to figure out the next steps. He is still unemployed and homeless at the moment, so everyone's trying to figure out how to get him an apartment and some job interviews. It's hard to help when you're half a country away, but I think we'll get it figured out, and hopefully one of his sons will be able to take him in for a bit. More on that as it progresses.
I found out that two of my friends have cancer, one in his throat which is very treatable, and another in his spine which is baffling the doctors but his is winning the fight against. We'll call throat friend Marv and Spine friend Toto. Marv is dealing with it ok, although there has been a lot of things in his life that he's needed help with. So on Sunday my husband went up to help him clean up the damage a burst pipe did in his house. I was working, but we're going to head by up again soon. Toto is doing incredibly well and has a benefit coming up this weekend that we're attending to help raise funds for his treatment and daily bills since he hasn't been able to work at all while he's been recovering. Thank God they're both doing ok. As long as they keep positive and keep fighting I think we'll beat it.
On the upside I've managed to get a couple part-time jobs to help myself out financially.(because that was getting particularly rocky as well.)
I took a gig as the props m asterfor a commercial shoot where the communication between team members was atrocious, and they expected me to pay out of pocket for everything. Umm $2,000 out of my pocket. Right... I keep that right next to a stack of rubies I carry around to use as paperweights. I quickly let them know that I can't felicitate since I don't have any financial wiggle room right now and zero credit cards. Which is true but also, it's such a rookie mistake to pay out of pocket! You end up in small claims ourt every other project if you do that. Not worth the risk. Especially for a company I've never worked with before, who gets angry if I message them more than once a day. *raised eyebrow*
Other than having only 3 days to purchase and make all of the props, the bad communication, and the company's credit card being declined, the shoot itself went really well. The director was super laid back and the actors were a great bunch. Also, I made some freaking adorable fake sliders and french fries for one of the scenes. Most of the days was a cake walk since it was all green scene. I just have a few more things to return and then I can wave cheekily goodbye to that project. Although, the $300 a day rate is a very nice addition to my very empty bank account. So, worth it in the end.
I also got the part time job at the sewing machine gallery I'd applied for! Which I'm am stoked to now be a part of and intimidated at the same time.
I thought I knew a decent amount about sewing, but now that I'm in a place where all types of sewers come in, I've discovered I have a lot to learn. Quilting for one, knowing what these stunning embroidery machines are capable of for another. (the answer is a ton. I'm in love with this line of machines. I can't wait to save up enough to get one for myself.) So, there's a lot to learn here, but I'm excited for the journey and I just need to keep reminding myself that I have a lot to offer. For example, all of the top of the line machines are half computer and use design software to program the embroidery, I've already got a handle on the basics of that program, now I'm learning some of the more complex functions. So I've valuable when it comes to the digital age stuff Also, my youtubing skills are going to come in handy, so even though there's a lot I know, I just need to remind myself that I also have a lot to offer. And as long as I keep educating myself and sell a few machines along the way. I'll be fine.
What else... Oh! My production designer friend finally convinced me to come help her out on the TV show she's working on. I've been really cautious about taking any film work because of how burnt out and sick I got working on projects in the past, but I wouldn't be in charge of anything, and I'm only day playing for 4 days when she needs the extra help, so it should be ok. We'll see... That commercial shoot reminded me of why I left film in the first place. Less than a day into pre-production I reverted right back to the exhausted, panic-driven creature I was two years ago. I used to let stress really get to me. Lots and lots of crying to be had... Not anymore.
Although I did get wound up about the money and the lack of basic answers (when are we shooting? what's the budget? How do I get access to said budget? Oh, the "green screen" is actually white so all of these white props I was planning on buying would be the worst possible choice? Ok... good to know.) I was able to calm myself down, thanks to a reminder from my mate about the value of the shoot in the grand scheme of things. I'll do the best work I can, but if they hate the work I do the most they'll do is yell at me and then never hire me a again. NBD.
I just don't ever want to live my life as a big ball of stress living on an emotional roller coaster any more. So, I choose not to.
I have my blog, which is finally making some money, (yay affiliate marketing!) My relationship with my friends, family, and husband is stronger than ever. I have this new part time job that is stretching me and teaching me new things. I now have 2 podcasts I co-host, and last, but absolutley not least, I have you guys in this beautiful fluffy fandom cheering me on. So, sorry for the long ranty post, but thank you for being here, and thank you for listening.
*hugs*
Anyway. Here's what's going on:
My Grandmother ended up in the ER last week because her insulin levels were staying dangerously high, but they were able to get everything balanced back out and now she's being released, probably to a nursing home. Which is incredibly frustrating for her because she'd been living on her own up until now and she's still sharp as a tack. But the other folks who live in the nursing home are mostly crippled by alzheimer's. She just can't seem to keep her insulin levels under control these days even though she's been meticulous with her diet and eating schedule.
My uncle, the one my mom rescued, will be getting out of rehab in a week or so and then we have to figure out the next steps. He is still unemployed and homeless at the moment, so everyone's trying to figure out how to get him an apartment and some job interviews. It's hard to help when you're half a country away, but I think we'll get it figured out, and hopefully one of his sons will be able to take him in for a bit. More on that as it progresses.
I found out that two of my friends have cancer, one in his throat which is very treatable, and another in his spine which is baffling the doctors but his is winning the fight against. We'll call throat friend Marv and Spine friend Toto. Marv is dealing with it ok, although there has been a lot of things in his life that he's needed help with. So on Sunday my husband went up to help him clean up the damage a burst pipe did in his house. I was working, but we're going to head by up again soon. Toto is doing incredibly well and has a benefit coming up this weekend that we're attending to help raise funds for his treatment and daily bills since he hasn't been able to work at all while he's been recovering. Thank God they're both doing ok. As long as they keep positive and keep fighting I think we'll beat it.
On the upside I've managed to get a couple part-time jobs to help myself out financially.(because that was getting particularly rocky as well.)
I took a gig as the props m asterfor a commercial shoot where the communication between team members was atrocious, and they expected me to pay out of pocket for everything. Umm $2,000 out of my pocket. Right... I keep that right next to a stack of rubies I carry around to use as paperweights. I quickly let them know that I can't felicitate since I don't have any financial wiggle room right now and zero credit cards. Which is true but also, it's such a rookie mistake to pay out of pocket! You end up in small claims ourt every other project if you do that. Not worth the risk. Especially for a company I've never worked with before, who gets angry if I message them more than once a day. *raised eyebrow*
Other than having only 3 days to purchase and make all of the props, the bad communication, and the company's credit card being declined, the shoot itself went really well. The director was super laid back and the actors were a great bunch. Also, I made some freaking adorable fake sliders and french fries for one of the scenes. Most of the days was a cake walk since it was all green scene. I just have a few more things to return and then I can wave cheekily goodbye to that project. Although, the $300 a day rate is a very nice addition to my very empty bank account. So, worth it in the end.
I also got the part time job at the sewing machine gallery I'd applied for! Which I'm am stoked to now be a part of and intimidated at the same time.
I thought I knew a decent amount about sewing, but now that I'm in a place where all types of sewers come in, I've discovered I have a lot to learn. Quilting for one, knowing what these stunning embroidery machines are capable of for another. (the answer is a ton. I'm in love with this line of machines. I can't wait to save up enough to get one for myself.) So, there's a lot to learn here, but I'm excited for the journey and I just need to keep reminding myself that I have a lot to offer. For example, all of the top of the line machines are half computer and use design software to program the embroidery, I've already got a handle on the basics of that program, now I'm learning some of the more complex functions. So I've valuable when it comes to the digital age stuff Also, my youtubing skills are going to come in handy, so even though there's a lot I know, I just need to remind myself that I also have a lot to offer. And as long as I keep educating myself and sell a few machines along the way. I'll be fine.
What else... Oh! My production designer friend finally convinced me to come help her out on the TV show she's working on. I've been really cautious about taking any film work because of how burnt out and sick I got working on projects in the past, but I wouldn't be in charge of anything, and I'm only day playing for 4 days when she needs the extra help, so it should be ok. We'll see... That commercial shoot reminded me of why I left film in the first place. Less than a day into pre-production I reverted right back to the exhausted, panic-driven creature I was two years ago. I used to let stress really get to me. Lots and lots of crying to be had... Not anymore.
Although I did get wound up about the money and the lack of basic answers (when are we shooting? what's the budget? How do I get access to said budget? Oh, the "green screen" is actually white so all of these white props I was planning on buying would be the worst possible choice? Ok... good to know.) I was able to calm myself down, thanks to a reminder from my mate about the value of the shoot in the grand scheme of things. I'll do the best work I can, but if they hate the work I do the most they'll do is yell at me and then never hire me a again. NBD.
I just don't ever want to live my life as a big ball of stress living on an emotional roller coaster any more. So, I choose not to.
I have my blog, which is finally making some money, (yay affiliate marketing!) My relationship with my friends, family, and husband is stronger than ever. I have this new part time job that is stretching me and teaching me new things. I now have 2 podcasts I co-host, and last, but absolutley not least, I have you guys in this beautiful fluffy fandom cheering me on. So, sorry for the long ranty post, but thank you for being here, and thank you for listening.
*hugs*
Mhe, whatever. I hope that the bad things becomes less bad and I hope the good things become even better!x3
Heh, anyway, this has been me, your random cat watcher who sometimes doesn't know what he's talking about.^v^
Meow!
Anyway, you're welcome!<3 *hugs*