How to Prepare to Be a Model
Naturally, before yesterday's video shoot, I wanted to have my hair and makeup done. As I've said before, I look much better on radio—thinner, too–but since I was going to be on camera, I wanted to look my best. While I was at the hairdresser’s, Wayne was at home and took a phone call. A friend asked for me, and Wayne, being Wayne, told them I was out “getting detailed.” Wayne simply doesn't understand it takes a village to get me ready to be seen on camera. Then again, maybe he does!
My Day as a Model
Lights! Camera! Action! If you think I’m talking about the Cedar Cove movie, you’re wrong. Today all the cameras and action took place right here in my office. My publisher sent a camera crew (okay, it was just one guy with a video camera, but he’s like a one-man band!) to take video of me in my offices here and at home. We’re also doing shots of the yarn store and the Victorian Rose Tea Room. Frankly, I think those models for Victoria’s Secret don’t get paid enough. This is really hard work. But don’t expect me to Read more
Honey, I’m Home!
It’s back to my real life now. I was on the movie set last week and met Andie McDowell, who is even more beautiful in person than any woman has a right to be. I’m so excited–the movie is going so, so well. The morning after the set visit, I flew to Columbus, Ohio, for a huge yarn conference, where I met up with my fellow author and knitting buddy, Christina Skye.
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Elizabeth Zimmerman
Lights, Camera, Action!
Wayne and I will be visiting the movie set tomorrow for the Cedar Cove pilot. My goodness, just writing those words gives me a thrill. The movie set.
"Sorry, darlin’. I must rush; I’m needed on the set."
I don’t know that I’m so much needed, but I’m not about to let the opportunity pass me by. And Wayne, being Wayne, isn’t about to let the opportunity to meet Andie McDowell pass him by either. I’ll be sure to take lots of photos. Read more
Embarrassing Moment
It was one of those embarrassing life moments. Wayne and I were with friends, who are pool walking with us. I was late coming from the office, so I hurried to change into my swimsuit and get into the water. Wayne had brought Bogie along and Bogie followed me into my dressing room. Eager to get in the water, I rushed out—only to have Bogie follow me—bringing my underwear with him, which he proceeded to shake and kill in full sight of everyone in the pool! Oh yes, God has ways of keeping me humble!
A Real Life Angel
I had one of those knot-in-the-pit-of-my-stomach moments last Sunday. Wayne and I flew from Florida to Washington state, changing planes in Atlanta. We made our connection just fine and boarded the plane for Seattle. When I reached for my knitting . . . it wasn’t there. I’d left it on the plane from the first half of our trip. This is a project I’ve been working on for weeks, a Christmas gift, and I was more than half finished. It was too late to retrieve it.
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Cedar Cove Movie
Beauty
I’m taking a day for beauty. And trust me; it takes all day. First I’ve got a hair appointment, followed by a nail appointment. Usually I spread out these appointments, but I’m flying into NY on Sunday for a big book trade show and want to look somewhat close to my publicity photo, which is getting more and more difficult. The only problem is that I can never do my hair the way the stylist does, so in order to preserve the look I sleep with a pillow under my neck and my head dangling off the side of the mattress. Oh the things we do for beauty! Read more