Palmer in Wonderland

Well folks, over the past few days I've learned to never arrive late to dinner.

I joined some of my friends (from Disney) for dinner the other night and before my arrival, it was decided what we would dress-up as for a Halloween Party this past Sat evening. They decided to be a deranged version of the Alice in Wonderland unit. Tiffany would be the White Rabbit, Jim and Janet would be Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, and I would be cast in the title role. Oh joy.

Since the group had made the decision, and I never turn down a challenge, I began hitting the thrift stores to find the perfect outfit. In all honesty, we looked great as a group. Individually, we looked like we just got off the short, yellow bus. Here is how we turned out:

We were quite the crew and...as I tried to do in my last BLOG...I apologize for the horror (although it is Halloween and costumes are meant to be scary). Tonight, I will brave the streets of West Hollywood (no, not as Alice...there will be enough men in drag out there) but as Morty the Old Man. Yes, the grey mustache will make another appearance. I've dusted off my old-man glasses, my derby, and the hair-coloring. Watch out WeHo...Morty's coming to town! "Where's the spoon?"

Happy Halloween my friends.

Palmer

Office Space

TPS Reports, Michael Bolton, faulty fax machines, and birthday cake. These things remind me of the classic movie, Office Space...and my newest gig.

On Monday, I began a 5-week job as a Talent Coordinator for the American Music Awards. I've worked a many award shows, but never for this long. I've been working out of Dick Clark Productions in West Hollywood and have really enjoyed the gig thus far.

It's odd having a "normal" job for a change. I'm not telling the story of how Aladdin and Jasmine fell in love, I'm not a talking trash can, I'm not wearing a costume, and I'm not slapping green paint on my face. Instead, I'm reading/sending emails, creating Excel documents, receiving faxes, and making phone calls. My job is to book the travel for the performers and presenters for this year's show and it actually is a pretty cool job.

Now that I have a 10-6 job (as temporary as it is) I feel I can relate to the characters of Office Space. The fax machine acts up on occasion, I've had to dress nice, I have a cool stapler. we passed around cake for someone's birthday on Wednesday (I think everyone got a piece), I've heard a Michael Bolton song on the radio, and the forms I create must be in the proper format...I even got a memo on my first day. There has yet to exist a conversation about "flare" though. :)

For those thinking, "he's gone astray..." or "what about his dream?" or "what is Office Space?" - I have a response. The dream still continues, which is why this gig is only five weeks. I took out my first loan last week and I am in the process of putting together my VO demo (hallelujah). For those who've read the book, The Alchemist, this gig is my version of the crystal shop. I will make some money, learn some things, help the show be a success, and move on towards my "personal legend!"

I hope you all have a great Halloween and next time I post something, it will include some lovely (and embarrassing) pics of my Halloween costume(s). I apologize in advance.

Blessings,

Palmer

"I have a secret..."

I was browsing through my old photos and found this one. I think it's cute (am I allowed to use that word?) and wanted to share it. I especially like the kid behind the door...he looks so sad to be left out of the loop. Enjoy...

"A Wish Is A Dream Your Heart Makes"

On Sunday October 15th, I received the pleasure (and stress) to help my friend, Marcus Rodriguez, propose to his girlfriend, Julia.

Marcus asked me if I could get them into Disneyland, and next thing we knew, we had an extravagant scavenger hunt planned concluding with a proposal at the castle at dusk. We sent Julia and Marcus from clue to clue throughout the resort, receiving gifts and surprises along the way. Various cast members from Disneyland helped in making this a very special day for Marcus and Julia and ensuring that Julia had no idea that the day would end with Marcus going down on one knee.

Minnie Mouse began and concluded their journey together and it was an amazing process to be a part of. Disneyland is celebrating it's "Year of a Million Dreams" and it was awesome to personally help make a dream come true for a close friend of mine and the love of his life!