Early Mornings, and Ellen K

October 30, 2006

So it’s about 9 am and I am done with the first part of my day. My clients have been fed and trained, and now it’s ME time.

I love the mornings, especially early mornings. Los Angeles is not quite buzzing yet, it’s pretty quiet, and you can actually get away with wearing layers.

There are never any lines at Starbucks, so you can get in, do your thang and be on your way. I hate waiting in lines -- so I am usually always early for events or, more importantly, coffee shops.

It’s been a crazy week so far. Bravo informed us that there will be a second season of Work Out and that we will start filming within a couple weeks -- needless to say my producer encouraged us to up our cardio and start our diets -- S#&%. I really try not to be one of those “Do as I say, not as I do” types, but I LOVE TO EAT!

I mean come on, I’m a frickin' chef!

However, I understand the importance of being thin on film, so the sweets have disappeared from my cupboards and the only drink I order when I go out is light beer .... That "thin on film" comment was a joke, by the way.

I am meeting my favorite client Ellen for a Pilates class, then a boot camp class in a few. Ellen K. is the Godmother, the dominatrix, the first lady -- no, first bitch of morning talk. She’s the hot mama of the airwaves. I could go on. She co-hosts the morning show with Ryan Seacrest, and before Ryan she was co-pilot to Rick Deez.

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Cook, Train, Nap, Repeat

October 23, 2006

I am sitting at my computer in my cozy studio in Hollywood, CA -- the home of hair extensions, expensive gym memberships, and Paris Hilton (who I believe is considered California’s state bird).

I am armed and dangerous with my creative writing tools. These consist of an iced americano, chocolate cupcake, and my life partner, Sam. By life partner I mean dog (it’s platonic).

Seeing how this is my first blog, I think we should get to know each other, and I’ll go first. For those of you who haven’t read Bravo’s promotional bio about me here’s a quick outline.

I am originally from Seattle, WA, home of two of America’s favorite sweethearts: Courtney Love and the chai soy latte. I have a close-knit family which I will speak of often I am sure ... and I love jacket weather. At an early age I discovered I enjoyed being the center of attention -- so after a successful run in almost every community theatre in the greater Northwest region, I decided to move to Hollywood.

I quickly discovered that without the help of my high school drama teacher (who KNOWS talent when she sees it!) it was difficult to get cast in any leading roles that did not in some capacity require a fluffer. So I had some decisions to make.

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