three-minute thursday: take 19
Go.
I spent four hours in a studio today shooting a new promo video for Thrive. And I’ve gotta tell you — I am juiced right now!
I went into this thing feeling kinda nervous about it. Intimidated by it really. I’ve done this sorta thing before, but never by myself. And for someone who tends to shy away from the proverbial spotlight, being in a literal spotlight all by my lonesome can be pretty nerve-wracking.
But then I got there. And we started brainstorming. And story-boarding. And talking vision.
And everything changed.
Granted, I was still nervous. And some things took more takes than I’d like because I’d speak too fast, or trip over my own words, or wiggle my arms or legs too much. And there were times I had to say “Just wait a sec” while I took a minute to think through what I wanted to say. But the producer always knew when I was ready. He said he could see me get my game face on and inevitably the very next take would be the one.
I can honestly say I had a blast today.
Because I seriously love talking about Thrive Africa.
Done.
Can’t wait to see it! I’m sure you rocked it.
ooooh yes, when do we get to see it?! ;o)
i’m not sure when it’ll be done — hopefully by the end of the year!
i’m not really sure why, but reading this felt like a hug from my deece.
yessssss!
This brings me joy for you, Alece! Hugs from Columbus.
yes, when do we get to see it?!
i’m so glad that you had fun. i’m sure i’d be intimiated by video, so good job! cant wait to see it!
I wanna copy of it when you’re done!!!!!!!
you know it!
I want to see it … and, LOVE the Thrive t-shirts! When hubby gets a job, I’m getting my Thrive t-shirt on! :)
ha ha! that’s awesome! thanks for wanting to represent!
that reminds me… i should plug our t’s in a blog post!
HAHA!!! YEAH GOD!!!
We are excited in Africa…..2010 is going to rock….no, seriously!
All your words about Thrive Africa, are filled with passion. I look forward to the chance to hear you speak about something you have put so much of yourself into.
I am so excited for you and for the Thrive team! 2010 is going to ROCK! :)
oooo…cant wait to see it. Glad you had fun…i am horrible in front of the camera.
hi!
I love seeing Thrive Africa through your eyes.
so glad friend!!
I know it only “takes” you a min in conversation before your passion is undeniable when talking about Thrive.
You nailed it! Good for you!
How do we go about seeing this video that features your fancy face? :)
gotta wait a bit for editing and whatnot. should have it done in the next 4 weeks…
So proud of you…
Your enthusiasm is infectious Alece. Can’t wait to see the video!
Great to hear you had fun- I’m sure you rocked it!
I’d like to see this game face sometime. The determination, the power, and the passion would be inspiring, I’m sure.
Glad you took a bite of the limelight and didn’t even need the corona to calm your nerves :)
if we started later than 9:30 AM, i’d have been tempted to tailgate for sure! ;)
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere… :)
This is what keeps going through my mind:
Game ON.
Only I know this isn’t a game. To you, or to God. Or to anyone else.
The word that also comes to mind is “Arise.” See Gen. 13:17 and 1 Chron. 22:15-16.
And lastly, I read Ps. 45:1 earlier today, and your words reminded me of it:
“My heart is overflowing with a good theme;
I recite my composition concerning the King;
My tongue is the pen of a ready writer.”
That’s all. Love you.
“my tongue is the pen of a ready writer”… i need to make that a prayer of my heart. i so want my spoken words to be as articulate, poignant, and powerful as my much-edited, backspace-is-my-best-friend written ones can be. i’ve had a lot of people “call forth” the speaker, teacher, preacher in me lately… and faith is rising for that to be so. i feel it.
The song that’s been in my spirit lately for you is an old song by Twila Paris called “Arise, My Soul, Arise.”
I love that people are praying this for you. I’ll be joining my prayers with theirs for this specifically.
“… and faith is rising for that to be so. I feel it.” A. MEN.
can’t wait to see it!!!
Yea! I’m super excited to see it! And you shall mount up on wings as eagles! Soar my friend in your God given passion for the land and people you love! And we will soar with you!
What a beautiful fulfillment of part of God’s calling on your life – to see you, for you to see yourself, move from intimidation to exhilaration in seeing His purpose worked in you! And you didn’t do it alone; He did it with you. What a blessing your heart is! I hope you feel loved and blessed today.
I want a T-Shirt.. Heck a want a few of them.. Where do I order ??
check out my latest post, herb. it’ll link you over to where you can order a shirt…