First of all, Lyzz, you’re awesome for keeping this blog up and writing such wonderful things. You and Katie’s blogs bring tears to my eyes!
Most of you don’t know me. I was hired as the local producer in New Orleans (the greatest city in the country, thank you very much, Stephen!). I have worked with Lyndsey, one of the field producers, before on a couple of shows in L.A. before I moved back home to New Orleans about 1.5 years ago. I was perusing facebook one day and saw Lyndsey’s status asking if anyone knew of any churches in New Orleans. I responded, she was looking to hire a local, and the rest is history.
Now, I had decided to leave the TV business about 6 months ago. But, after I spoke with Lyndsey about the project, I was absolutely sold. For once, I wouldnt have to worry about who is paying for Paris Hilton’s spray tan or figuring out how to get the last eliminated cast member home. Instead, my worries are how receptive will the cast be to all of these different religious views? Or what will they think of zydeco music? Or what will they think of crawfish, a true New Orleans delicacy. (Thailand’s got NOTHING on New Orleans crawfish…right Bash?) Will they embrace different cultures? Things that matter. At last, a project that actually could have a positive affect on our country, or the world, for that matter. Soooo, a big thanks to Lyndsey, Jerome and Allison for bringing me on and giving me the chance to meet all of you wonderful people!
I will say this. For the first time in my 7 year production career, I have found a show that I am actually proud of. I mean truly proud of. On top of that, I had the best time working with this crew. I know I was only around for 10 days of the shoot, but they were certainly the best 10 days of my production career. You guys really have something special. I felt the “togetherness!” So, to the cast and crew, thank you for allowing me to hang up my production boots on a great note! I miss you guys like crazy!! You are all welcome to come back to NOLA anytime for some more fun on Bourbon Street! Huge ass beer anyone?
Lots of love from New Orleans,
-Melissa
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Yep I think we all struggle to find a way to make a positive contribution to society, but I also think that this show is one small way to do it.
And we love you Melissa!!!!! :D
i miss you girl! what a great time we had :) jazz fest ‘10, done and done.