AGT

So.......2 Saturday's ago I decided to go try out for America's Got Talent.

The story behind this is that everyone has been asking me to audition for these kids of shows since the birth of American Idol. I was too old for the 2nd season(31 then) and then they changed things around later. Bottom line..I was afraid of rejection and singing in front of others makes me so nervous.


This is why I HAD to go audition. I had to. So I did. What was it like? 7 hours of waiting and that was with a "fast track" pass. Fast because I got through the Rego line but with the same number I walked in with...I had to wait just as long. At least I had a seat and friendly folks to chat with.

Lots of very colorful people, acts, kids and strange encounters. It was an experience for sure.

When called...a group of us went to the room and sang when our name was called. No celeb judges, just local producers. I gave a solid performance and felt OK about it. No..I felt GOOD. I accomplished my goal. Let's be honest...I don't expect a call. My nude artwork would most definitely have me disqualified anyway. But...a small part of me remains a little hopeful. Very tiny part.

Moving on...

BalconyTv Austin has a beautiful new home at Joe's Crabshack Riverside. One of the best views of the city, food/beer, easy loading? What more can we ask for? LOVED IT!We had our first show last Wed which went brilliant!

I'm working on my SXSW plans now and the show is booked til May/June.

Hot damn....good stuff.

B

Head Explode

Here are a couple pics from Sunday's Bridal Show in Westin domain!


So many wonderful things going on right at this very moment. Ready..set...go! First workout crap.

Today's workout was a mild 30 min run.
Yesterday was this:

10 min Amrap

20 Box jumps
10 40lb Sandbag get ups
4 jingle jangles
20 Med ball slams
100 jump rope

Then
an upper body lifting circuit followed by walking.

This is a RX regimen from the metabolic program I'm doing.

ok the good stuff?

I may have press for Coachella:), BTV may have found a new forever home in ATX. I have sooo many options for badass SXSW events. I'll be everywhere:). I have set up 3 photo shoots to keep me on track foodwise. It's not a strict diet but clean eating, hard workouts and rest! I have film producers contacting me about roles..no auditioning:). I was invited to sing with a pretty badass band...

Head..Go..Poof!

and...I am off Ambien.

B

Music Journalism

So I'm planning to start hitting festivals around the nation for interviews. I am wondering if using a flip camera or the like is generally accepted. Does anybody have experience with this? What is the best way for 1 person to do interviews without a camera man?

Would any companies be interested in sponsoring Balcony TV Festival Specials with a flip camera for this endeavor adventure?

SXSW, Coachella, Dia....many come to mind.


I think it could be very cool!

Thoughts?

B

Feeling Betta Baby

Blah...I was sick with a damn cold ALL week. A doozie too. Bummed as I missed out on Austin Free Week and a boy was in town. Oh well....feeling better today.

Working on some new metabolic structured workouts. They are different from anything I've done in the past.

10 Min all out HIIT
20 Min harcore lifting
30-60 min walking.

Odd but there is a science behind it that's focused on woman's hormones. My hormones are still out of whack. My Testosterone is low, Progesterone better and I have zero Vit D. Trying to increase the D through liquid drops. What's up body? You're talking to me and I'm listening.

I have been eating closer to paleo last two weeks and I'm dropping inches. I'll hit my goal losing the excess by SXSW. Time to stop focusing on a certain number. Let's just focus on getting everything balanced and eating healthy:)

Lots going on....Wedding Show tomorrow, Got asked to act in a film, working on SXSW madness, meeting with Google, meetings for meetings.

Oh...and I got a fantastic Performance review. My best ever which mad me feel both appreciated and valuable. I asked to take on some harder roles this year!

Thinking about doing for BTV at Lallapalooza this year...

B

New Year's Eve

This photo makes me calm....

I've stayed home the last two years because I just didn't want to deal with crowds, idiots and $$$. This year I'm going out...even with a little cold. Great timing huh?

I'm unsure what the new year will bring but I'm intending to go forward towards my dreams. There will be curve balls and walls aplenty. My days will be a mixed bag of good, bad and indifferent...more good than anything though.

I wish the best to anyone reading this blog.

Here is hoping that 2012 is one amazing year!

B

Weekend of Bliss

I'm not really sure how else to put it. The weekend held more happiness for me than I've allowed myself in years. In fact...I actually cried tears of..Joy? I don't think I've ever done that. EVER. Really.

Why so blissful? Simple really.

I opened up my heart finally and great things happened.

Our family Christmas dinner was lovely. I made a point to be there early to help my sister since it's allot of work for one person. We blazed through the to-do list while catching up. The vibe was so positive and happy...in fact everyone one caught that vibe who walked in. We have had tense holidays dinners more so than not but this year was great. I made a point to talk to everyone and listen to what was happening in their lives.

I drove home with a happy heart, belly..and a sugar coma from hell. Sunday I managed a small workout and then headed to my friend Alicia's house. That girl.....so wonderful and giving. She gifted me with something beyond my wildest expectations. I felt the need to pay it forward somehow. That night I dug out that last of my "Holiday homeless gifts" aka a sweatshirt/pants and gloves..all new. I gifted a gentlemen on the corner who looked like he was chilled to the bone. The smile he gave me was the best gift of all.

Upon arriving at home, I discovered I had won a massage online:)

Monday I headed to San Antonio to see my dad and attend a Choir reunion I organized. I'll be honest, I was pretty nervous about going . There were a few folks I invited who aren't my biggest fans or is that all in my mind? Who knows...

What I do know is that...90% of people invited came. We had a fabulous time reminiscing over choir days, shenanigans and current days. People I had not seen in nearly 20 years came inclusing my choir teacher. Everyone thanked me for setting it up and my heart was so full that it felt like it might burst. Doing this for everyone brought me joy!

Then, I checked my Facebook. Holy Crap..I won a gift from Endless Beauty. Pretty awesome!

Some really cool things going on right now. More to come because I'm creating it.

B

Holy Moly

My beautiful friend scored me this amazing dress for FREE. It looks 10X more amazing on and runs about 375$. I'm floored and feel very fortunate. Thank you A:) I'm working to secure a clothing designer to dress me for a couple SXSW interviews as well. They will get great international advertising.

Know anyone? Let me know.

It's been a crazy week of meetings, calls, meetings, auditions, shoots..EVERY ONE of them went great. We escaped the rain by 5 minutes last night! I'm lining up interviews, working on bands, BTV is booked out til April 2012, I'm networking and connecting with amazing people. This is THE most exciting my life has ever been.

I'm thankful, learning to be more gracious and giving back when I can.

It's gonna be a fun weekend too.

Shopping madness with Georgia tomorrow, Saturday family time and Holiday dinner, Sunday quality time with friends and more. Big smiles!

Babs