Ain't No Mountain High Enough

Last night I went with two friends to see Casablanca on the big screen at The Palace Theater.  I was supposed to be doing a job for Nascar this weekend and when it got canceled, this was a wonderful replacement and much needed time with the girls.  Oddly enough, I ended up sitting alone but that did  not matter because I truly love old movies and have always wanted to see Casablanca but never have in it's entirety until now.  There are so many lines from that movie that are still quoted today that it blows my mind. 

One of the ladies I was with was Jeannie Zarzour.  Jeannie has spearheaded a pay for play campaign that is truly inspiring.  The point of it is that actors are professionals like a dentist or an accountant and you wouldn't ask for a free tooth filling or tax statement.  So, Jeannie has been instrumental in reminding the community that just because we love our work, doesn't mean we don't deserve compensation.  With that thought in mind, I hadn't considered her for my project because as you know, nearly everyone donates their services and I didn't want to insult her.  Then, a while back, Jeannie mentioned she would love to do it!  I was shocked and thrilled at the same time.  So I started thinking about roles she could play.  As for most women in film, Meryl Streep's costars were primarily men but every now and then she worked with other women who really had moments where they could shine.  Jeannie is talented enough to play any type of role but she is hilarious and I did think of one character for her.  I talked to her last night and even though it would require some aging, perhaps a grey wig of which Jeannie has many, and some frumpy clothing, Jeannie was on board!  She'll be playing with me, Vic Gideon, and two adolescents in a scene from She Devil.  She is playing my crazy mother.  It will be hysterical.  Can't wait for that!

I am beyond thrilled to be doing my project. I'll bet some of you reading from time to time think maybe I'm going to crack, hit a wall or just plain stop in my tracks but nope, hence the title of this post.  No matter how tired I look, how hungry I am, or how sad I might be NOTHING will stop  me from completing this.  It's just too important.  So never let it get you worried.  My love for this is what keeps me going.  The heartaches are to be expected.  I'm going for the gold here and that ride can be a bumpy one.  I don't mean gold, literally either but I am sure that will follow.

Speaking of mountains, The Jimmy asked if I'd like to hike Mount LeConte with him.  I would love to and  it's about a thousand miles vertical or something like that.  Just what I need for my body right while I'm doing all of this for my spirit.  I'll let you know how that goes.  I'm sure there will be lots to say!