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| Bargod |
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 The Bargod  Group: {MOB} Posts: 5008 Joined: March 4th 2004 From: Dallas Member No.: 641 Xfire: bargod  |
So, as most of you may know, I recently had my script take 3rd place at the Eerie Horror Film Festival. My prize was 2 all access passes. So, since writing and making movies is what I want to do, it's clear that I need to go because of all the industry people that will be there. Of course, this can't be such an easy decision. It happens to fall on the same weekend as the Texas/Oklahoma football game. Now, while I don't give a crap about either of these teams, since they play in Dallas it is the single biggest weekend I have all year for money. So, if I go to the festival, not only will it cost me money for airfare (maybe not, working on that), accomodations, car rental, food and alcohol, but it will also cost me around $800 for missing Friday and Saturday nite. Plus, they are not likely to let the Bargod take a vactation the busiest weekend of the year, so I will most likely be quitting the job to go. I had told my wife and work that I would work because I need the cash. However my wife says screw it. Why keep the job you hate and miss an opportunity to meet somebody that can get your movie made.
It's just hard to quit a job you've had for 11 years, especially the one that you get the family's insurance through. AAAAARRRRRGGGGHHHHHHH!!!!  --------------------   |
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| Maj. H8Red |
09/19/06 2:49pm
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 Major General  Group: Banned Posts: 2922 Joined: July 13th 2005 From: Hockey Town Member No.: 1247 Xfire: majorh8red |
Good luck with all that Bar.
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| Cpt. Snot Rocket |
09/19/06 2:53pm
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 Colonel Group: {MOB} Posts: 1304 Joined: February 26th 2006 From: South Bend, IN Member No.: 1615 |
Wow. That's a pickle, ain't it. What a great wife you got! I bet she's good lookin' to boot! Bartenders always get the hot chicks.
I used to DJ in dance clubs so I know. 11 years of service and they wont cut you any slack! Why dont u remind them about the "flare" contest they wanted you to do. They owe U! --------------------  "The most terrifying words in the English language are; I'm from the government and I'm here to help." – Ronald Reagan |
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| T/A6Pak |
 09/19/06 6:21pm
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 Major General Group: {MOB} Posts: 3274 Joined: January 14th 2006 Member No.: 1535 |
Hey Bar,
Follow your dream. Opportunities like this don't come knocking on your door everyday, so when they do...you have to jump on the ban wagon. If you don't the rest of your life will be wondering..."what if", instead of quitting just call in sick. I can give you a list of excuses that people have used at my work. If you want them just PM me. After 14 yrs...the only way I would quit is if I won the lottery...then I might even stay. (Cause I still enjoy my job) I'm going to start a donation fund for you......"Please send money to Bargod, future writer/producer. Hey, if worst comes to worst, maybe Tom Cruise will hire you....I hear he's starting his own company and I would highly recommend you. When the wife says YES...just do it. Dave always does:)  Good luck we're behind you 100%!!!--------------------  Signature designed by Old Man Mike Never take life seriously. Nobody gets out alive anyway.  |
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| colonelbounds |
09/19/06 8:23pm
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 Colonel  Group: {MOB} Regs Posts: 856 Joined: June 28th 2005 From: Livingston, Texas Member No.: 1223 Xfire: colonelbounds |
Hey Bar !! I know ppl say follow your dreams and what not...but teh Texas/Oklahoma game is where its at !! lol But really im with 6 pak !! Id go for the dream of a life time in your case !! Good luck with it and hope the best for ya !!
p.s. GO HORNS !!!! --------------------  Sig by Ghost...Thanks dude, I love you man !!  Sig by Jekyl...Thanks man !! |
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| Leadmagnet |
09/19/06 8:51pm
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 Second Lieutenant Group: {MOB} Posts: 339 Joined: August 25th 2005 From: Palm Desert, CA Member No.: 1313 Xfire: seekrmk4 |
Go to the Festival BG, it is a future with promise.....TGI FRIDAYS is a promise with no future.....
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| Bargod |
09/19/06 11:43pm
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The Bargod Group: {MOB} Posts: 5008 Joined: March 4th 2004 From: Dallas Member No.: 641 Xfire: bargod |
QUOTE(colonelbounds @ 09/19/06 8:23pm)  Hey Bar !! I know ppl say follow your dreams and what not...but teh Texas/Oklahoma game is where its at !! lol But really im with 6 pak !! Id go for the dream of a life time in your case !! Good luck with it and hope the best for ya !! p.s. GO HORNS !!!! My big game was when Ohio State whooped on Texas. LOL! My wife came home with some interesting news. They want her to go "full time" at her job. Basically, she had Mondays off and was full time the rest of the week. Anyway, she is going to be getting a large raise and will be bonusing. They have also told her that she can do it month to month if she likes. So, after this week I believe I will be taking a "leave of absence". I don't think they can really deny those, right? Plus, I can keep my benefits for a bit before they start sending me bills. This way I'll be able to go, possibly look for another job, and also see if this works for my wife. So, thinks aren't looking so bad after all. -------------------- |
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| UNDEAD 1 |
09/20/06 3:19am
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Major General Group: {MOB} Posts: 2753 Joined: January 17th 2006 Member No.: 1540 Xfire: UNDEADJAMES |
HEY MAN, if you want to write and direct movies you have to go!thats how these guys get in!screw that job-you and i both know theres another bar job right down the street if they wont let you off.i know its tuff when you have kids but this could be real good for the whole family. you have to take it!
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| Cross of Iron |
09/20/06 4:34am
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 Major General Group: {MOB} Posts: 2515 Joined: January 5th 2006 From: Windsor Canada Member No.: 1518 |
Life is full of sacrifices,for ones dream.....if you dont go ,then you will always ask yourself,WHAT WOULD HAVE BEEN.
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| HammaTime |
09/20/06 6:07am
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 Major General Group: {MOB} Posts: 2008 Joined: November 17th 2005 From: Maine, USA Member No.: 1428 |
Yes, indeed! Life is full of scary faces.
 So, don't look in the mirror, jump on that plane and go man go! |
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| Bargod |
09/20/06 12:14pm
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The Bargod Group: {MOB} Posts: 5008 Joined: March 4th 2004 From: Dallas Member No.: 641 Xfire: bargod |
By the way. I've got an extra pass. Anyone want to go meet George Romero with me? LOL.
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| T/A6Pak |
09/20/06 4:40pm
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Is Brad Pitt going to be there/??
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| Pancakes |
09/20/06 10:23pm
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 Colonel Group: {MOB} Regs Posts: 1217 Joined: March 6th 2006 From: Washington DC Member No.: 1629 |
QUOTE(T/A6Pak @ 09/20/06 5:40pm) Is Brad Pitt going to be there/?? LOL Lets not get started on Brad Pitt... -------------------- Pancakes
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