I feel like things are coming together somewhat for me. The film industry is such an awkward thing to jump into, and requires a lot of working for free, but I feel like I’m finding my footing. On top of that, the Austin scene is so small! It’s cool that it’s such a tight-knit community but it seems like I know everyone on set every time I start a new production.

The Barton Springs shoot (now being called Sunken Garden) is off to a great start. We shot at Daily Juice on Friday and J.Kelly’s BBQ today. The crew seems to be very calm and under control and there is little pretension. In addition to my (ir)regular PA duties, I also took on the responsibility of location scouting. However, I decided to discuss the possibility of stepping up in rank with the 1st AD. We recently lost our 2nd AD and I was hoping that I might be able to take her position since I’m willing to dedicate the time and commitment required. He said he would consider it and he wants me to begin helping him in the production office. I’m really excited about dedicating the rest of my summer toward this project and I have a feeling it will pay off in the long run.

So, I moved out of the H.M.S. Hazard and into Taylor’s apartment until House of Commons is ready in late August. It kind of scares me because it’s a big step but it’s also temporary which relieves some of my anxieties about it. I will never live with a boyfriend again–I experienced it when I was 17 and I’m totally done with any permanent sort of situation.

Well, I’m going to watch some cartoons and go to sleep. Shooting again in the morning!