tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post7236548472721486104..comments2023-09-25T07:18:11.130-07:00Comments on It's All About Balance: Children and the IndustryAprilhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12051174636017409935noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-9072312224162396342008-08-22T13:02:00.000-07:002008-08-22T13:02:00.000-07:00My "problem" (I use that term loosely because it's...My "problem" (I use that term loosely because it's not really a problem per se, but I just can't think of the proper term right now) when it comes to LA is that there are so many people who go there to become famous that there are a lot of fake people with alterior motives. That is exactly why one of my best friends moved there and now, she is so different, and so annoyingly plastic that I can't bear to be around her. Of course, I'm absolutely positive that there are wonderful people in LA that are not like that. I'm totally just making an unfair generalization. And, on top of that, I'm rambling. I'll shut up now.LunaNikhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13981677669711596784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-33431787934969328572008-08-22T07:50:00.000-07:002008-08-22T07:50:00.000-07:00Thanks April... it's fun to hear the perspective o...Thanks April... it's fun to hear the perspective of someone who has actually lived in that world!Jeff and Charli Leehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13868852480996815442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-60161886148397689362008-08-21T19:51:00.000-07:002008-08-21T19:51:00.000-07:00I've never been to LA, but I know some people ther...I've never been to LA, but I know some people there. *wink*<BR/><BR/>No, seriously though. I just love the ATTITUDE of the people out west. They are just so much more CHILL than us east-coasters. Or northern mid-westerners. I have a friend at work who moved out here from San Diego. At first, it took me so long to "get" her. But then I just realized it's her 'tude. It's different, and it's cool. <BR/><BR/>As for diversity--where I live it sucks. It's either 95% white with some blacks and Hispanics. Or 95% black with some whites and Hispanics. It truly is awful.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-9299760736157661752008-08-21T01:05:00.000-07:002008-08-21T01:05:00.000-07:00You hit the nail on the head here April. I didn't ...You hit the nail on the head here April. I didn't use to like California until I started visiting L.A. and San Diego. I was never really into Vegas culture (e.g. gambling, going to clubs) but once I had Jayson I started looking at it from a child's point of view and there is really nothing to do there. I've always said there's more culture out here (I guess that's a relative term) but I mean that there's more diversity and more of an opportunity to learn about that diversity.Shionahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12492147249152256505noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-78837304427195149962008-08-20T23:37:00.000-07:002008-08-20T23:37:00.000-07:00I'm so glad you had a great experience in high sch...I'm so glad you had a great experience in high school and that you have been able to pass your craziness, I mean openness, to your kids. I'm still a little disappointed to hear that it wasn't like 90210. Or at least Melrose Place.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-2167320874716171072008-08-20T17:16:00.000-07:002008-08-20T17:16:00.000-07:00thanks so much for sharing as someone who wanted t...thanks so much for sharing as someone who wanted to act but never did. your experience helps me feel better.Julie@My5monkeyshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17861113387434481518noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-25037706810262494852008-08-20T14:49:00.000-07:002008-08-20T14:49:00.000-07:00I lived in LA until I was 7 years old. I returned ...I lived in LA until I was 7 years old. I returned to intern in Hollywood after going to Film School in Boston. At that point in my life, I wasn't strong enough to resist temptation. In fact, I was running full speed towards it. If I had stayed in Hollywood, I have no doubt that I would have been a complete drug addict/alcoholic by the time I was 28. I never went home, I practically lived at the clubs.<BR/><BR/>I miss LA sometimes. I agree that diversity and worldliness is incredibly important to a person's development.<BR/><BR/>I also know people who live in LA who have never left Long Beach, or who have shown me they are the most racist people on the planet.<BR/><BR/>Thank God you are taking full opportunity of your city's amazing assets instead of pissing and moaning about how "it used to be."<BR/><BR/>P.S. have you read Los Angelista's blog? Its on my blogroll and I think its one of the best blogs out there.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-39958383407388821282008-08-20T12:52:00.000-07:002008-08-20T12:52:00.000-07:00This was fascinating - both in terms of your wonde...This was fascinating - both in terms of your wonderful post, April, and also in terms of reading some of the comments.<BR/><BR/>Like BusyDad, I'm a city kid, but New York was my home, and I still feel more alive when I go there, on many levels. I think you did a marvelous job of showing the richness that can take place when a child is raised in a diverse environment with many opportunities and challenges. I really miss the diversity of my old neighborhood and the amazing experiences I had growing up there.Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02362687820368214420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-71480812392265922632008-08-20T11:21:00.000-07:002008-08-20T11:21:00.000-07:00Okay, so now I feel bad for saying I don't like LA...Okay, so now I feel bad for saying I don't like LA, but truthfully, it IS the smog. I get a sore throat every time I visit. But I LOVE everything else about it. I've told you that I used to spend my weekends walking up and down the streets of Studio City and Burbank imagining living there in a studio apartment.<BR/><BR/>I think you are wise with your daughter. I always wanted to be an actress, but never had the gusto to follow through with it. I think, subliminally, it was because I knew I couldn't handle the downs of the business. My mother encouraged me, my father did not, and I think this is one of the few things my dad was actually right about when it came to me. <BR/><BR/>As far as the whole idea that the business messes up kids, I have never bought it. I think it has a LOT to do with the parenting. look at Lindsay Lohan's mom! I have very little respect for her. Yes, other circumstances definitely come into play, but if you look at most of these kids that end up heavy into alcohol or drugs, you'll usually see less than prime examples as parents.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-69326851018276175442008-08-20T11:11:00.000-07:002008-08-20T11:11:00.000-07:00Sounds like you have a wonderful high school exper...Sounds like you have a wonderful high school experience. It also sounds like you have a very grounded attitude about your life and how you want to raise your children.Tara R.https://www.blogger.com/profile/02993625193184914299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-11872957602126911472008-08-20T09:03:00.000-07:002008-08-20T09:03:00.000-07:00April, that's a good snapshot of the good that bei...April, that's a good snapshot of the good that being raised in LA can bring. Honestly, I've been trying to find that. As you know, I'm a transplant from Boston and I LOVE everything about Boston. In fact, I plan to move back there for the same reason you want to stay - so my son can go to my high school (a very rigorous but well balanced prep school). I moved to LA to be in "the industry" (who doesn't?), but after 2 years of working in it as a publicist, I just got really sick of the fleeting friendships (based upon "what can you do for me") and the general focus on superficial things. Leaving the entire entertainment sphere made me feel a lot more settled, and now I think LA is pretty cool. I love how I can get any ethnic dish I desire, anytime, any country. Love the weather. But I have to say my heart is in Boston, because I grew up there. Which is probably why you love LA so much. I think our childhood really shapes the way our roots, no matter where our adult selves take us. Yikes - sorry for the novel.BusyDadhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09952002627143960250noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-50661586126040649392008-08-20T08:56:00.000-07:002008-08-20T08:56:00.000-07:00I think that diversity-and being exposed to it rat...I think that diversity-and being exposed to it rather than just talking about it-makes for better kids, better attitudes, and far more tolerance. I think you are doing a great job of showing your kids about all sort of different lifestyles and people and attitudes, and they will be better kids for it. I also agree with your take on Sylvia-she might not be ready for all that comes with it, but when and if she IS, you will know.Korihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17523892197119604721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-6220107875534631532008-08-20T07:39:00.000-07:002008-08-20T07:39:00.000-07:00I went to a performing arts high school too. I lov...I went to a performing arts high school too. I loved it although I am not still in the buisness but my hubby isSuziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13150191994661266181noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-14945249014903912332008-08-20T05:24:00.000-07:002008-08-20T05:24:00.000-07:00While we live in a very diverse college town, my k...While we live in a very diverse college town, my kids certainly haven't had the same experiences as yours. <BR/><BR/>I'm thinking a little* field trip to LA is in order! <BR/><BR/>*if flying from NY to LA can be considered "little"Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-70569595251607723962008-08-20T05:20:00.000-07:002008-08-20T05:20:00.000-07:00Well-stated! I also feel it's important to share ...Well-stated! <BR/><BR/>I also feel it's important to share the many sides of a parent with a child (with the exception of my blog writing).<BR/><BR/>Recently I took my daughter to a get together with my old dance/theater friends from college. This particular group loves to touch each other, talk loudly and show off cleavage.<BR/><BR/>I think it was good for my daughter to see that I'm not the only "crazy" mom out there.<BR/><BR/>Teen Son, on the other hand, realizes I'm "crazy" and appreciates it. When we were in CA this past June, I took the kids to Venice Beach and Teen was immediately attracted to the diversity (and craziness) there.<BR/><BR/>Unfortunately, we live in a community where the greatest diversity is whether a kids' parent is a neurologist or a cardiologist.<BR/><BR/>Sorry. Rambling. Haven't had coffee yet.Meghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16253518897502046799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4211674678201251588.post-50408028425047471042008-08-20T05:10:00.000-07:002008-08-20T05:10:00.000-07:00You may quote me any time. :)It's nice to hear abo...You may quote me any time. :)<BR/><BR/>It's nice to hear about a good experience for once. Thankyou for sharing that.FreedomFirsthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06758904672151505999noreply@blogger.com