Sand

I've been missing. I would have thought with my new and current status that I would have more time to post, but I forgot about my failing personal computers and the fact that my ass is not stuck to a desk chair for 8 hours a day.

I've also had zero time because I've been working 12+ hour days as a costume/wardrobe designerassistantwhatever on set for a lovely low budget, straight to video movie called SAND SHARKS. The title says it all and explains it all. At the end of the day, my clothes smell like dirt and sand, my hands are dirty and rough, and my once clear complexion has been infected with red splotches and zits. Not to mention the sunglass tan I've achieved despite my constant reapplication of sunscreen. On top of this, our wardrobe budget was also extremely low and impossible, which in turn made me appreciate my own slightly higher budget wardrobe more (at least I don't need to shop clearance at even the cheapest department stores and fast fashion chains). I subsist on Cheez Its and animal crackers and wear ugly shoes and clothing all day long. When I come home each day, the stack of WWDs only grows taller and taller, and will only continue to and stress me out because I have zero time to read them (especially with the fall shows). But even after all this, I've learned a lot and still enjoy it much more than the previous. The days are long and tiring, but the location and drive up PCH help relax and calm me. We're in Malibu with 70 degree weather, blue ocean and sky, and occasional dolphin sightings. I can't complain much about that.

I wish I could include some photos of me on set, but like I said, I've had to wear ugly clothing and my face has reacted negatively to the change. Ugly clothing = extremely practical. And I've realized I have none of that. So my designer jeans of 5 years ago have had to take the beating. Sorry. At least the lady I work with got me a down jacket for the chilly mornings and nights that I can use in NYC. So nice of her.

This whole thing is more enjoyable as each day goes on, but I must say I'm excited for the end (21st) when I will be free to enjoy my last days and month (for the next five months) in the city of angels.