LIVEALITTLE

Karen's second short film is now done, dusted and submitted. It was a surely a learning experience especially since a major editing portion of it was done in Sydney while I was in Darwin. "We R Family" was originally going to be a narrative from the perspective of a solemn, pensive pup who didn't feel like he belonged. For whatever reason, I didn't feel committed to the script and changed it the day before editing on the flight to Sydney. Now it is about the ruminations of a single mom with 7 children (puppies). I've dedicated it to my mom and all the single parents in the world. I hope others understand it as well. I tried to keep this film simple particularly since my film last year was convoluted and a tad confusing. Festival details: http://www.fistfulloffilms.com.au/

Since I was a bit more involved in the complete production of this film than the previous and wrote a script that was more meaningful for myself, I found myself more sensitive about how it was developed. It's turned out satisfactory and I am sincerely very thankful for everyone who contributed. But, to be honest, I've been left a bit gloomy. My life lesson is to understand that people have varying levels of commitment. To protect myself, my expectations, my dreams, ... I need to recognize that my commitment to things is different from another's expression of promise. I hate to say that I must withhold my trust until I am convinced of another's dedication, but I think that is the only way for me not to be disappointed...

Where does one find committers and doers? I need them to help keep me motivated.