what's my excuse for not blogging in 2 weeks?
it's the tryptophan. all the turkey overload is causing a buildup of tryptophan in my body, resulting in a constant state of lazy, tired behavior.
for you smarties, what i mean is:
Tryptophan (abbreviated as Trp or W)[1] is one of the 20 standard amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins, and an essential amino acid in the human diet. It is encoded by the genetic code (as codon UGG). Only the L-stereoisomer of tryptophan is used in structural or enzyme proteins, but the D-stereoisomer is occasionally found in naturally produced peptides (for example, the marine venom peptide contryphan).[2] A distinguishing structural characteristic of tryptophan is that it contains an indole functional group.
i'll give 15% off one of our services at HarshMedia to the first person who emails me with the name of the person who first reported tryptophan isolation.
-sara
p.s. i just found out the whole tryptophan thing is a lie. all my life i've thought that it was the tryptophan making me tired - instead of the 5 pounds of stuffing, beans, corn, rolls, cranberry sauce, gravy, potatoes, and whatever else i can fit on my plate.
who knew?
Monday, November 19, 2007
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
nashvillehype
hey everyone!
there's a great blog i've run across that's got killer entertainment news. its totally worth checking out. visit NashvilleHype.com and be sure to tell paul that sara sent ya!
also, thought i'd give you a heads up that Harsh Media is teaming up with NashvilleHype.com to bring you a discount on services like photography, graphic design, videography, etc. Go to the NashvilleHype website, check out the banner, and then just mention that ad to get 10% off on Harsh Media services.
consider it an early christmas present!
(oh, and the new photo shoot pics are finally up! check em out at HarshMedia.com.)
-sara
there's a great blog i've run across that's got killer entertainment news. its totally worth checking out. visit NashvilleHype.com and be sure to tell paul that sara sent ya!
also, thought i'd give you a heads up that Harsh Media is teaming up with NashvilleHype.com to bring you a discount on services like photography, graphic design, videography, etc. Go to the NashvilleHype website, check out the banner, and then just mention that ad to get 10% off on Harsh Media services.
consider it an early christmas present!
(oh, and the new photo shoot pics are finally up! check em out at HarshMedia.com.)
-sara
Friday, November 2, 2007
top jobs of the week.
i hope everyone had a fun and safe halloween. what's the age limit to trick or treat around here anyway? i swear a saw a group of 20 year olds strolling down the sidewalk with sacks full of candy....
anyway, it was a slow week for gigs. here are the top 5.
1. Third Coast Broadcast Company in Nashville: is seeking an executive producer partner for several television productions including: The American Red Cross "Concert Series" in Nashville and a new Television show currently called "Nashville Nights" taped from the BB King's Clubs. see opening here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3y0K_WrOIhI
This project will include an HD production from several BB King locations including a taping in Florida at the end of November and with BB King in December. Third Coast Broadcast Company is looking for an executive Producer (media partner) for productions now and in 2008. We have the authorization to present the productions, so the opportunity is right for an interested party.
Rich Armentrout
Third Coast Broadcast Company
www.thirdcoastmusic.net
thirdcoastlive@yahoo.com
Nashville, Tennessee
615-593-614
2. Our magazine is seeking male and/or female models to appear on the cover, be interviewed, and be featured on its January 2008 Local & International Issue.
Our magazine will be having a regular test shoot starting November 7. All chosen talents to appear on the test shoot will receive a copy of the images on CD.
ALL INFORMATION WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL!
Please submit photos with your resume to fashionmag86@yahoo.com
3. Do you believe in luck, chance, or fate? What would it feel like to win
1,000,000 dollars? Everyone at one time or another wonders what it would be
like. Well, now’s the time to test your luck and reach for your dreams.
The producers of "Deal or No Deal" are currently searching for contestants
that are between the ages of 18-35. We're searching for contestants who are
fun, energetic and charismatic. If you think you have what it takes, we
want to meet you!!!
If interested, please reply with the following:
(1.) A Brief Description
(2.) A Recent Photo
(3.) Tell us how 1 million dollars would change your life.
job-465378476@craigslist.org
4. TV Guide Network's style show "The Fashion Team" is doing a special Thanksgiving Makeover episode and we are looking for people deserving of a makeover. Hollywood stylists will give you FREE designer clothes, a new hairstyle and makeup, and a new overall look. If you are interested please email your info, why you deserve a Thanksgiving Makeover, and a picture ASAP. Must be available for 2 days the week of November 12th for shooting the show.
job-465370758@craigslist.org
5. Brandon Schantz Productions is seeking a hair and make-up artist for an upcoming music video. Artist will make $50/per day. Shooting is set to take place on 11/4 and 11/5. Attributes include: working with a highly skilled, award winning director while obtaining professional experience. job-465239354@craigslist.org
that's all folks!
-sara
anyway, it was a slow week for gigs. here are the top 5.
1. Third Coast Broadcast Company in Nashville: is seeking an executive producer partner for several television productions including: The American Red Cross "Concert Series" in Nashville and a new Television show currently called "Nashville Nights" taped from the BB King's Clubs. see opening here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3y0K_WrOIhI
This project will include an HD production from several BB King locations including a taping in Florida at the end of November and with BB King in December. Third Coast Broadcast Company is looking for an executive Producer (media partner) for productions now and in 2008. We have the authorization to present the productions, so the opportunity is right for an interested party.
Rich Armentrout
Third Coast Broadcast Company
www.thirdcoastmusic.net
thirdcoastlive@yahoo.com
Nashville, Tennessee
615-593-614
2. Our magazine is seeking male and/or female models to appear on the cover, be interviewed, and be featured on its January 2008 Local & International Issue.
Our magazine will be having a regular test shoot starting November 7. All chosen talents to appear on the test shoot will receive a copy of the images on CD.
ALL INFORMATION WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL!
Please submit photos with your resume to fashionmag86@yahoo.com
3. Do you believe in luck, chance, or fate? What would it feel like to win
1,000,000 dollars? Everyone at one time or another wonders what it would be
like. Well, now’s the time to test your luck and reach for your dreams.
The producers of "Deal or No Deal" are currently searching for contestants
that are between the ages of 18-35. We're searching for contestants who are
fun, energetic and charismatic. If you think you have what it takes, we
want to meet you!!!
If interested, please reply with the following:
(1.) A Brief Description
(2.) A Recent Photo
(3.) Tell us how 1 million dollars would change your life.
job-465378476@craigslist.org
4. TV Guide Network's style show "The Fashion Team" is doing a special Thanksgiving Makeover episode and we are looking for people deserving of a makeover. Hollywood stylists will give you FREE designer clothes, a new hairstyle and makeup, and a new overall look. If you are interested please email your info, why you deserve a Thanksgiving Makeover, and a picture ASAP. Must be available for 2 days the week of November 12th for shooting the show.
job-465370758@craigslist.org
5. Brandon Schantz Productions is seeking a hair and make-up artist for an upcoming music video. Artist will make $50/per day. Shooting is set to take place on 11/4 and 11/5. Attributes include: working with a highly skilled, award winning director while obtaining professional experience. job-465239354@craigslist.org
that's all folks!
-sara
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Halloween Treats from Harsh Media
happy halloween everyone!
we all deserve some treats (hopefully no tricks....) on a day like today! so here's my treat to you.
because no one can turn down free candy!!
but get it quick, it's only good for today......and then, like a ghost, it disappears!!
-sara
we all deserve some treats (hopefully no tricks....) on a day like today! so here's my treat to you.
because no one can turn down free candy!!
but get it quick, it's only good for today......and then, like a ghost, it disappears!!
-sara
Monday, October 15, 2007
watch where you park.
if you can't read, or don't want to read, do not park on the streets of downtown nashville. i repeat, don't park there.
we had a great photo shoot this weekend, the shots turned out great and i can't wait for you all to see them. (they will be up at HarshMedia soon - and i'm sure i'll post them here as well.)
things were going great, until we parked in downtown nashville.
around 3:15 pm, i put my change in the meter on 4th avenue and sauntered off to the shoot location. around 3:45 pm i strolled back to my car to head to the next location, but found an empty parking spot instead.
i checked the meter. time still on the clock.
then i saw the sign.
"no parking 3:30pm to 8 am."
as i was trying to figure out if someone stole my car, or it really got towed, it hit me. was the tow truck guy sitting within sight when i parked, greedily rubbing his hands together and laughing viciously? like a lion ready to take down his kill. i'm imagining him with evil green eyes, just cackling as i parked and either couldn't or just didn't, READ.
you must know me to know how strange this is. i read every sign. i obsess over where i park. this never happens to me.
so we traveled way across town (what, you have to drive 20 minutes to pick up your car that got towed from downtown - is this part of the punishment?!) to the metro impound lot.
a sea of glistening metal.
(if you've never been there, and just happen to be in the area (why, i don't know), its worth a drive through. a culture experience.)
there must have been thousands and thousands of unclaimed cars surrounded by razor wire. the lot attendant told us that these were cars that had been involved in a crime. this many cars have been involved in a crime?! i must live a sheltered life.
since our car wasn't involved in a crime (although it should be a crime to tow my car without my knowledge or knowing where it went), we were then directed to a small wrecker service down the road on the edge of nowhere-ville. a fenced in lot with cars strewn in no particular order.
"wallet robbers", the sign said.
just kidding, it didn't say that. but maybe it should have. (no offense to the tow truck drivers out there, you guys are great when i need you. just not so great when i don't.)
there she sat, locked in prison amidst the chaos.
we entered the "office", which had no windows and reminded me of a bathroom stall at the county fair. the guy at the "desk" (i imagine him to be a Bubba or Jim Bob) was all too pleasant when he swiped the credit card and charged us $65 to post my car's bail.
she was free, once and for all.
hopefully this story of heartache and suffering will keep you from the same mishap. but if you ever do get lucky enough to land yourself (and your car) down at that wrecker service again, tell Bubba/Jim Bob that i said hello. and i really hope not to see him ever again.
no offense, of course.
we had a great photo shoot this weekend, the shots turned out great and i can't wait for you all to see them. (they will be up at HarshMedia soon - and i'm sure i'll post them here as well.)
things were going great, until we parked in downtown nashville.
around 3:15 pm, i put my change in the meter on 4th avenue and sauntered off to the shoot location. around 3:45 pm i strolled back to my car to head to the next location, but found an empty parking spot instead.
i checked the meter. time still on the clock.
then i saw the sign.
"no parking 3:30pm to 8 am."
as i was trying to figure out if someone stole my car, or it really got towed, it hit me. was the tow truck guy sitting within sight when i parked, greedily rubbing his hands together and laughing viciously? like a lion ready to take down his kill. i'm imagining him with evil green eyes, just cackling as i parked and either couldn't or just didn't, READ.
you must know me to know how strange this is. i read every sign. i obsess over where i park. this never happens to me.
so we traveled way across town (what, you have to drive 20 minutes to pick up your car that got towed from downtown - is this part of the punishment?!) to the metro impound lot.
a sea of glistening metal.
(if you've never been there, and just happen to be in the area (why, i don't know), its worth a drive through. a culture experience.)
there must have been thousands and thousands of unclaimed cars surrounded by razor wire. the lot attendant told us that these were cars that had been involved in a crime. this many cars have been involved in a crime?! i must live a sheltered life.
since our car wasn't involved in a crime (although it should be a crime to tow my car without my knowledge or knowing where it went), we were then directed to a small wrecker service down the road on the edge of nowhere-ville. a fenced in lot with cars strewn in no particular order.
"wallet robbers", the sign said.
just kidding, it didn't say that. but maybe it should have. (no offense to the tow truck drivers out there, you guys are great when i need you. just not so great when i don't.)
there she sat, locked in prison amidst the chaos.
we entered the "office", which had no windows and reminded me of a bathroom stall at the county fair. the guy at the "desk" (i imagine him to be a Bubba or Jim Bob) was all too pleasant when he swiped the credit card and charged us $65 to post my car's bail.
she was free, once and for all.
hopefully this story of heartache and suffering will keep you from the same mishap. but if you ever do get lucky enough to land yourself (and your car) down at that wrecker service again, tell Bubba/Jim Bob that i said hello. and i really hope not to see him ever again.
no offense, of course.
Friday, October 12, 2007
this week's top entertainment jobs.
as promised, i'm delivering. top entertainment jobs of the week.
1. I am looking for someone to help us audio record professional speakers at a conference in Nashville on Saturday, October 13th a the Gaylord Opreyland Convention Center. Must be dependable, have digital audio recording experience with Archos or Morantz equipment and be professional in appearance as we interact with the speakers. No equipment needed. Hours are 8:30 to 5:30. sparker@digitellinc.com
2. Ghostwater Films (Nashville, TN) is seeking the following crew members: Make-Up Artist
Special EFX/Make-Up
Stunt/Rigging Expert
If interested, please send a current resume and/or contact info to d4production@gmail.com.
3. Are you a REAL ESTATE AGENT looking for something a little new and different?
Apply to be on HGTV’s newest real estate series today!
Good Buy? is the new television series that gives an in depth look at the process of buying a home. In each episode, a real estate expert (and a contractor, inspector or architect) evaluates two homes that a homebuyer is deciding between. Their advice and professional assessments help that house hunter determine which house is the better buy for them.
We are looking for agents to feature on our show as REAL ESTATE EXPERTS. If this sounds like something fun, fill out the application; we'd love to hear from you!!
karen_happel@pietown.tv
4. TLC needs home BUYERS and SELLERS!
TLC's hit show MOVING UP is looking for great families to appear on the show.
TLC, the network that brought you Trading Spaces and While You Were Out, is now producing 13 fresh new episodes of their breakout home design hit, Moving UP. We are looking for people who are moving between September and October of 2007.
Each episode follows three families as they move into their new houses, while struggling to leave their old homes behind. We will watch as they each spend the next few months remodeling, decorating and transforming their new spaces into their own. Moving UP is ultimately about the choices we make to turn a house into a home. After a few months, we will bring the former owners back to see what they make of the new changes.
Trading Spaces designer Doug Wilson hosts Moving UP, guiding our homeowners through the moving and remodeling process. He will meet the families before they move, and visit over the next few months to observe how the renovations are coming along.
sbove@bbcnyproduction.com
5. CMT's newest show wants you and your friends to be apart of our grand finale!!!! We are shooting in Victorville, ca on SATURDAY OCTOBER 17, 2007 from 9AM-9PM. Show up, bring some friends and family, and we'll show you a good time!!!
15180 Palmdale Rd.
Victorville, CA 92392
**We are in the warehouse next to the Thrift Car Sales. Street parking available.**
6. The Game Show Network, and BBC Worldwide the Producers of “Dancing With the Stars”, and “Grease: You’re The One That I Want” bring the new game show NERVE CENTER.
Nerve Centre is the new game show that tests a contestant’s ability to determine how much is enough, and when do you keep pushing for more? 4 contestants are placed against one another in a high stakes game if chicken. There is no trivia or skill involved at all!
The winner will go home with the cold hard cash!
Do you have what it takes to psych out the competition and walk away victorious? Do you know just the right time to push for more and when to play it safe?
bbcnervecentercasting@gmail.com
7. [HOST] Male or female (mid 20s to mid 30s-ish, all ethnicities) with bonafide, credible "green living" expertise (i.e. builder, green consultant, activist etc). Looking for a vibrant, big personality, naturally funny, outgoing and engaging with genuine passion, interest and expertise in all aspects of Green Living. On-camera experience or some performing background a big plus.
SUBMIT HARDCOPY
BARBARA BARNA CASTING
249 SMITH STREET, #122
BROOKLYN, NY 11231
8. [MALE HOSTS] 25-40 years old, for two automotive related documentary series. Hosts should be a reconizable celebrity with extensive knowledge of automobiles and an expert driver. Could be a car collector, racing driver, automotive journalist, etc. 1-hour multi episode documentary series.
SUBMIT HARDCOPY
WATV PRODUCTIONS
12530 BEATRICE STREET
LOS ANGELES, CA 90066
9. [GREEK HOST/INTERIOR DESIGNER] Male or Female. 21-35 years old. Searching for an INTERIOR DESIGNER of GREEK DESCENT.
MAIL SUBMISSIONS ASAP TO:
BIZZY BLONDES
730 N. HIGHLAND AVE.
HOLLYWOOD, CA 90038
ATTN: GREEK HOST
10. Casting "Perfect 10" Female Models for the 2007 American Music Awards.
The 35th annual American Music Awards will be hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, and will be broadcast live from the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday, November 18 at 8pm ET/PT.
Please be in height of at least 5'8", and in good physical shape. Experience of high-profile events, and/or Runway Modeling experience is required for this Event. If you are shorter that 5'8", we will consider it also, k! Just send it into 'attention Maggie', if you are shorter than 5'8", but be sure to have a strong Resume, k!
Please tell us in your submission your measurements:
--Your Height
--Your Bust
--Your Waist
--Your Hips measurement
Also, please include your weight, and your ethnicity, and a contact phone number to reach you. ZEDs and Resumes highly preferred for this Casting, but if you do not have ZEDs, it is ok - we'll work with it, so send over your myspace page, or whatever it is that you have going on for your Hot self, k! ;-)
Please submit into: Models777@yahoo.com
there it is folks. now go enjoy the weekend!
-sara
1. I am looking for someone to help us audio record professional speakers at a conference in Nashville on Saturday, October 13th a the Gaylord Opreyland Convention Center. Must be dependable, have digital audio recording experience with Archos or Morantz equipment and be professional in appearance as we interact with the speakers. No equipment needed. Hours are 8:30 to 5:30. sparker@digitellinc.com
2. Ghostwater Films (Nashville, TN) is seeking the following crew members: Make-Up Artist
Special EFX/Make-Up
Stunt/Rigging Expert
If interested, please send a current resume and/or contact info to d4production@gmail.com.
3. Are you a REAL ESTATE AGENT looking for something a little new and different?
Apply to be on HGTV’s newest real estate series today!
Good Buy? is the new television series that gives an in depth look at the process of buying a home. In each episode, a real estate expert (and a contractor, inspector or architect) evaluates two homes that a homebuyer is deciding between. Their advice and professional assessments help that house hunter determine which house is the better buy for them.
We are looking for agents to feature on our show as REAL ESTATE EXPERTS. If this sounds like something fun, fill out the application; we'd love to hear from you!!
karen_happel@pietown.tv
4. TLC needs home BUYERS and SELLERS!
TLC's hit show MOVING UP is looking for great families to appear on the show.
TLC, the network that brought you Trading Spaces and While You Were Out, is now producing 13 fresh new episodes of their breakout home design hit, Moving UP. We are looking for people who are moving between September and October of 2007.
Each episode follows three families as they move into their new houses, while struggling to leave their old homes behind. We will watch as they each spend the next few months remodeling, decorating and transforming their new spaces into their own. Moving UP is ultimately about the choices we make to turn a house into a home. After a few months, we will bring the former owners back to see what they make of the new changes.
Trading Spaces designer Doug Wilson hosts Moving UP, guiding our homeowners through the moving and remodeling process. He will meet the families before they move, and visit over the next few months to observe how the renovations are coming along.
sbove@bbcnyproduction.com
5. CMT's newest show wants you and your friends to be apart of our grand finale!!!! We are shooting in Victorville, ca on SATURDAY OCTOBER 17, 2007 from 9AM-9PM. Show up, bring some friends and family, and we'll show you a good time!!!
15180 Palmdale Rd.
Victorville, CA 92392
**We are in the warehouse next to the Thrift Car Sales. Street parking available.**
6. The Game Show Network, and BBC Worldwide the Producers of “Dancing With the Stars”, and “Grease: You’re The One That I Want” bring the new game show NERVE CENTER.
Nerve Centre is the new game show that tests a contestant’s ability to determine how much is enough, and when do you keep pushing for more? 4 contestants are placed against one another in a high stakes game if chicken. There is no trivia or skill involved at all!
The winner will go home with the cold hard cash!
Do you have what it takes to psych out the competition and walk away victorious? Do you know just the right time to push for more and when to play it safe?
bbcnervecentercasting@gmail.com
7. [HOST] Male or female (mid 20s to mid 30s-ish, all ethnicities) with bonafide, credible "green living" expertise (i.e. builder, green consultant, activist etc). Looking for a vibrant, big personality, naturally funny, outgoing and engaging with genuine passion, interest and expertise in all aspects of Green Living. On-camera experience or some performing background a big plus.
SUBMIT HARDCOPY
BARBARA BARNA CASTING
249 SMITH STREET, #122
BROOKLYN, NY 11231
8. [MALE HOSTS] 25-40 years old, for two automotive related documentary series. Hosts should be a reconizable celebrity with extensive knowledge of automobiles and an expert driver. Could be a car collector, racing driver, automotive journalist, etc. 1-hour multi episode documentary series.
SUBMIT HARDCOPY
WATV PRODUCTIONS
12530 BEATRICE STREET
LOS ANGELES, CA 90066
9. [GREEK HOST/INTERIOR DESIGNER] Male or Female. 21-35 years old. Searching for an INTERIOR DESIGNER of GREEK DESCENT.
MAIL SUBMISSIONS ASAP TO:
BIZZY BLONDES
730 N. HIGHLAND AVE.
HOLLYWOOD, CA 90038
ATTN: GREEK HOST
10. Casting "Perfect 10" Female Models for the 2007 American Music Awards.
The 35th annual American Music Awards will be hosted by Jimmy Kimmel, and will be broadcast live from the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles on Sunday, November 18 at 8pm ET/PT.
Please be in height of at least 5'8", and in good physical shape. Experience of high-profile events, and/or Runway Modeling experience is required for this Event. If you are shorter that 5'8", we will consider it also, k! Just send it into 'attention Maggie', if you are shorter than 5'8", but be sure to have a strong Resume, k!
Please tell us in your submission your measurements:
--Your Height
--Your Bust
--Your Waist
--Your Hips measurement
Also, please include your weight, and your ethnicity, and a contact phone number to reach you. ZEDs and Resumes highly preferred for this Casting, but if you do not have ZEDs, it is ok - we'll work with it, so send over your myspace page, or whatever it is that you have going on for your Hot self, k! ;-)
Please submit into: Models777@yahoo.com
there it is folks. now go enjoy the weekend!
-sara
Monday, October 8, 2007
there's always time for coffee.
i've been a huge slacker, but i promise this friday you'll get your weekly "top jobs" blog. if you have any jobs you'd like to post, or if you are looking for jobs, let me know and i'll post them and do my best to match you up with others that may have or need your services.
my husband and i visited a cool new coffee shop last weekend and i thought it would be worth blogging about. its in spring hill, a bustling city just south of nashville. the place is called utopia coffee and its right in the historic part of spring hill on main street.
its got a quaint, eclectic feeling in a historical shell. its home is a 100 year old house, which boasts high ceilings and the tallest windows i may have ever seen. light floods into the rooms from those windows and the couches, complimentary board games, and a nice cup of loose leaf tea make you feel at home.
the selection includes some of the best italian gelato i've ever had (you must try the pumpkin cheesecake flavor), freshly made coffees, loose leaf teas, dozens of pastries, and a great selection of sandwiches.
if you live in or travel to the area, or want a little place to get away on the weekends, you must check it out. they also offer takeout orders if you'd rather enjoy it at home. but with the amazing ambiance, you'd be crazy to not want to hang around the place for a while.
5302 Main Street, Spring Hill
937-486-2242
6am-3pm Mon-Sat (i think they were adding later hours, so call for those)
tell them jake and sara sent ya!
-sara
my husband and i visited a cool new coffee shop last weekend and i thought it would be worth blogging about. its in spring hill, a bustling city just south of nashville. the place is called utopia coffee and its right in the historic part of spring hill on main street.
its got a quaint, eclectic feeling in a historical shell. its home is a 100 year old house, which boasts high ceilings and the tallest windows i may have ever seen. light floods into the rooms from those windows and the couches, complimentary board games, and a nice cup of loose leaf tea make you feel at home.
the selection includes some of the best italian gelato i've ever had (you must try the pumpkin cheesecake flavor), freshly made coffees, loose leaf teas, dozens of pastries, and a great selection of sandwiches.
if you live in or travel to the area, or want a little place to get away on the weekends, you must check it out. they also offer takeout orders if you'd rather enjoy it at home. but with the amazing ambiance, you'd be crazy to not want to hang around the place for a while.
5302 Main Street, Spring Hill
937-486-2242
6am-3pm Mon-Sat (i think they were adding later hours, so call for those)
tell them jake and sara sent ya!
-sara
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