I know it's been a while since I've posted anything but that's because of my job. I'm working as a reporter covering Oakland and I host an arts segment on the radio where I get to interview amazing artists from around the Bay Area. Plus I'm publicizing my book and building my speaking career!
You know what's funny? I thought this would all happen by the time I was 27-30. Nope. That wasn't God's plan for me. I'm finally beginning to do the things I've wanted to do and I'm almost 40 years old. Some people reading this who are 40 will say 40 is still young. But some younger people reading may think 40 is nearly ancient. But I'm writing this post for those who like me, thought their career and personal dreams would come true much early in life. I'm here to tell you not to give up.
You know, death inspires life. A number of my relatives and friends have passed away, ranging in age from 20's to 80's. Actor Luke Perry, my middle…
You know what's funny? I thought this would all happen by the time I was 27-30. Nope. That wasn't God's plan for me. I'm finally beginning to do the things I've wanted to do and I'm almost 40 years old. Some people reading this who are 40 will say 40 is still young. But some younger people reading may think 40 is nearly ancient. But I'm writing this post for those who like me, thought their career and personal dreams would come true much early in life. I'm here to tell you not to give up.
You know, death inspires life. A number of my relatives and friends have passed away, ranging in age from 20's to 80's. Actor Luke Perry, my middle…
- Get link
- Other Apps
Oh I was waiting for this post! That woman was Tracy, the one who posed for Playboy after the trial! She was on Howard Stern and got naked, too. Lol!!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait for tonight's episode. I remember watching that testimony on television.
Well she found a way to be compensated for her service. 😉
DeleteThis show.
ReplyDeleteAbout that trial.
And the thousands of moving pieces that inside and outside the courtroom.
I just want to do a slow clap for the brilliant writers, actors, set designers, wardrobe, grips, hell - I'll even do a shout-out to the catering staff. I didn't think it was even possible to put so many puzzle pieces into 10 hours of TV, but damned if they aren't pulling this off - humanizing, empathizing, painting in broad strokes and narrow bands of backstory, emotion, motivation . . . .
It's very entertaining. You just have to do your homework on what was real and what was made for TV.
DeleteIn Australia, we're only up to episode 4 (yes, a bit behind!) and I'm amazed at how good this show is (despite the terrible subject matter and some factual inaccuracies). I am old enough to remember the trial - I was in my early 20s. However, not being American, I was naive about the racio-political aspects at the time. I was also young enough then to not fully appreciate the sexism at play. Anyway, I stumbled upon your blog when reading some of the articles about the show and it's great to read your insights - thank you for sharing them, given that this must bring back some painful memories for you and your family.
ReplyDeleteps Apologies for publishing the above comment as "Anonymous" (I should have read your note!!).
DeleteNo worries about using Anonymous Julia. Thanks for commenting. Others have contacted me from Australia. It's amazing to look at race and gender in this trial now and see what we missed or misunderstood. I even missed some things. Thank you reading my blog and leaving a comment.
Delete