Ellie misses you!

I went to the scrapbook store to get some things I needed to scrap a few photos. I'm terribly behind with my scrapping (see my scrapbooking blog here---goingforgreatness.blogspot.com)
I found some amazing paper that will compliment the photos, one of which you see here. Ellie was sitting beside me and took the photograph and was holding it for quite a while just sitting quietly. She then turned to me and said, "When are we going to see Peter
Again? I made him a cake (Cake Doodle app on ipad) at the last meet & greet & he forgot to "eat" it. I saved it in the "fridge" for him." (there's a "fridge" to save your "cakes" in on the Cake Doodle app)
She put the photograph down and got up and said, "I miss him."

Here's the cake she made. I hope it gives him a smile.

Loosies Premier - 1/11/2012 - IFC Center NYC

Julia in front of the IFC Marquis!

I was fortunate enough to be able to attend the premier of "Loosies" at the IFC Center in NYC last night. The movie was really well done and even though I had seen it several times on Demand, there is no magic like the magic of the big screen.

We arrived to the IFC Center early and were surprised at how intimate the theatre was. It's tiny! Loosies was showing in theatre 2 which was upstairs next to the "Lounge". We hung out there for a bit and slowly a few more fans trickled in. We were permitted to go sit in the theatre and since we were there early, we got to see the theatre empty. Theatre 2 seats 114 people and it wasn't even completely full.

Julia & I sat and waited a while being ridiculous and just having fun. I cannot be held responsible for the ridiculousness that is to follow:

Before the movie started, Peter Facinelli & Jaimie Alexander were introduced and came to the front of the theatre and 'launched' the premier. It was really fun to see the movie with the Producer, Chad Verdi and his family along with Peter Facinelli & his family and those who were part of the movie. I'd venture to guess that there were probably 20 'regular people' (Fans) who attended. It was very intimate and one of the most amazing experiences. If you ever have the opportunity to attend an IFC premier... I suggest you do. There's nothing like watching the movie with the people who created it!

Chad Verdi: Loosies Producer

Julia, Mr. Facinelli (Peter's Father) & Me!

Being a movie theatre, it was dark so the photos aren't the best quality :/

Meeting some of Peter's family was a real treat. They are so proud of him and they were all very nice to share him with a few fans at the premier. I had a blast! Peter's dad is very charismatic and extremely proud of his son. Such a beautiful family he has.

Had a blast talking with Rob DeFranco a few times over the course of the evening. He had a small part in the film and said he had a great time !

The Question and Answer session following the premier was really nice. We were sitting in the front row which allowed for some good photos.... well.. for someone who has a nice camera I suppose! HAHA All I had with me is my iPhone 4 - The lighting in the theatre was dim so my photos are all a bit grainy & dark. I don't mind.. I have everything on video so and it's crisp and nice! Here's a great shot of Peter sitting listening to Jaimie answer a question.

Jaimie seemed very shy and reserved and honestly freaked out by the whole thing. I don't know if the IFC Premier is the 'run of the mill' way that most Premiers go or if this was an unique experience for her. She was either not wanting to be there or she was shy. I'm hoping it was the latter of the 2. ;)

A huge thanks to Chad Verdi and Peter Facinelli for including the fans in this amazing event!!

KAUFMAN STUDIOS, NYC

Yesterday I was fortunate enough mosey on into Astoria, Queens to go to the Museum of the Moving Image and make a way-side stop at Kaufman Studios -home of Nurse Jackie! I had some great fun with Laura.. we're absolutely ridiculous and just wing everything. Best way to do NYC is without schedules... and that's exactly how we do it!

Got to NYC had lunch at Untitled.. FRIGGIN' FANTASTIC! I cannot say enough good things about Chef Chris Bradley and his staff. They are all amazing!!

We left Untitled and immediately hit the subway got on the N and 15 minutes later we were in Astoria. We walked 10 minutes and then we saw Kaufman Studios!

I thought it would be hustle-bustle with 20,000 people milling about. Wow what a nice surprise. We were walking down looking for the museum and I saw Arjun Gupta standing there talking to someone. I recognized him right away and after he was finished talking I said hello and he was surprised that I even knew who he was. I was surprised that he would be surprised as he plays Sam, an RN on Nurse Jackie. He was a lot of fun to talk with. We joked around and he was great to take a pic with me!! I accidentally had it on video and we both started to crack up!

A few minutes later, Rob DeFranco showed up. I was surprised to see him as I know he was suffering the night before from a stomach flu. Was nice to see him again, wished him well and sent him on his way when his car came. Poor guy was so pale... he needed to get back to his bed asap!

Arjun went in to get Peter for us and Laura and I headed over to the Museum of the Moving Image to use the bathroom. The museum is nice... but it's completely lacking something. I think it's the stark white atmosphere that just leaves you feeling empty. The Muppet exhibit was well done but the museum as a whole was just missing something.

We headed back over to the studio just to see Peter going back INSIDE. *UGH* We had missed him by a mere moment. Cest la vie! The trip was not wasted... Meeting Arjun was awesome and we also got to meet Edie Falco and a few of the set technicians. One of the sound mixers talked to us for about 15 minutes. I wish I had gotten her name, she was so nice and gave us a little idea about her job. I had no idea the amount of people it takes to successfully pull off just one episode.

Just another adventurous day in NYC !!

Film Critics.... WTF!!!

Why do only "professional' Critics opinions count??

I'm going to go completely political here with this. I am a little bit annoyed and that will probably show as you read further into what I'm doing. I am really miffed that the only opinions that seem to count in the eyes of these film makers, actors, producers, etc are the opinions of 'professional' critics. How is the opinion of someone who's not even familiar with your work, your vision, your characters or your story even RELEVANT?? WHY do you care that Joe-schmoe thinks this or that about your film when millions ... yes MILLIONS of fans are standing around screaming praises all over the world? WHO GIVES A FUCK about 'joe-schmoe's' snarky critique? Joe-Schmoe has not read the books, Joe-Schmoe does NOT know the story, Joe-Schmoe has no idea about the storylines beneath the obvious. Joe-Schmoe simply is a shock-journalist with a big-ass mouth.
Sure, it's nice to see a good review in the paper. I bet it strokes the ego quite nicely and while I know that some people NEED to hear a professional critique before they will consider spending money to see a film, others will take the opinion of a fan much more seriously than some big-mouth journalist with no idea what the hell he or she is even talking about.

BOTTOM LINE:
The fan's opinions ALWAYS outweigh the 'film critics' opinions twenty-fold
JUST SAYIN'

A bit blurry but a great shot just the same! I'm VERY fortunate to live in an area that Peter Facinelli frequents with @Twi_tour conventions as well as filming Nurse Jackie and doing meet and greet events for Alex's Lemonade. Since 2009 I have attended many events and have had a lot of personal time with Peter because of the private meet and greets. He's an amazing humanitarian who is as genuine as he appears. His heart is on his sleeve, he's caring, selfless and very humbled by the devotion of his fans.
I wish each and every one of his fans could have the experiences I've had. I am fortunate to be in a position location wise & financially where I am able to see him quite frequently. I am grateful to have found some of my closest friends because of Peter. If it was not for him I wouldn't have these amazing people in my life!! There's a song by John Denver called, 'One Man' which describes Peter .. well at least to me. It makes me think of all the time and donations he gives to Alex's Lemonade. Just one man being selfless & giving so much of himself for a cause.

He's definitely a hero in my eyes.

BALTIMORE! 8th & 9th OCTOBER 2011

Me, Peter and Ellie

Really had an amazing time spending the day with Peter Facinelli!
We did the brunch then the private meet and greet, then Peter's Q & A then it was time for photos! 2 different shoots! One solo and one with "wolves"

Melissane's mysterious, short, pale and handsome escort!
He enjoyed the brunch until he was manhandled by Kiowa and then

by April! LOL!

@Laury_Meraz @Melilulu @Fool4Fach @PFach_Forever99
All dressed up and ready for the Ball!

@Pfach_Forever99 @Fool4Fach and @Going4Greatness

Trio of Craziness!

Me and @Fool4Fach being wacky... it's what we do best!

BooBoo, Peter, Chaske, Tinsel, Kiowa & Tyson

Poor Tyson was so NOT used to this kind of thing...

he was visibly uncomfortable the entire weekend and looked pretty much overwhelmed and miserable every time we saw him. I feel bad for him. I think he's incredibly shy.
Girls were asking him to dance and he'd disappear! LOL
Poor kid!

I don't know most of the people in this.... Looking at the photo... I'm on the left Peter's center I dunno who that is on the right..
Dani is to the left of me and Tiffany is in pink to her left.
Bottom row.. far left - is April and I don't know the other ladies' names! :(

Lacey, me and Sarah!

(@Fool4Fach top)
(@Pfach_Forever99)

(@Going4Greatness)
(@YouDazzledMe)

Julia @Pfach_forever99 and Paula @Fool4Fach won Costume contest...

Kiowa was in his usual "crazy" form. If he had a Native American nickname, it would be "Crazy Ass"

Ellie had the best time! This was her 4th Con experience and it seems that each time she is more and more eager to go back! She's already asked when we're going to the next one and when's the next time we're going to see BooBoo!

Countdown to Baltimore... we're under the 2 week mark!

Photo by Julia Orsini