To say that 2023 was a roller coaster of a year would be an understatement. There were highs and lows, but a few stand out in particular. As many of my followers on Poetic Resurrection and this website know, I lost my mother, Martina, and a close friend, Gary Coppola, in 2023. Grieving has been a painful process for me. Every day, I think about them and miss them deeply. The pain may lessen over time, but the memory never fades. Listen to my poem “Bound,” from the Poetic Resurrection Podcast which will be featured in my upcoming book “Inspire Me: Awakening Dreams.”
But there were also some positive moments. I landed an amazing commercial for American Family Insurance, which is still being broadcasted. This is every actor’s dream. Although I’ve been in other commercials before, they either had short runs or were cancelled after filming. To have one that has been airing for over six months is truly a blessing. I am grateful to my commercial agency DDO LA.
As mentioned in my previous blog, I am now represented by DDO LA for commercials, voiceovers, and print work.
In addition, I’m currently working on my next poetry book and I’m simultaneously writing some sci-fic short stories. My goal is to have two published books by 2025.
As an actor and writer, it is important to always have new projects in the works. It keeps me creative and motivated. And who knows, one of those sci-fi stories may turn into a movie or TV show that I can also act in.
I’m excited for what 2024 has in store for me. I hope to continue booking roles that challenge me and push me as an artist. And of course, I’ll always make time for my writing.
Cheers to another year of growth and success!
Until next month – many blessings.