Screenplay? Novel? Short story? Poem? How do we discover the form our story takes? An example is my screenplay The French Baker, which chronicles a Frenchman’s experience during WWII. Not only do I still play with the plotline, but I wondered if it craves another form. Would it benefit more as a long-form narrative? TheContinueContinue reading “Finding Forms”
Category Archives: Personal Essays
Back to Writing
A huge shoutout to my girlfriend, Anna, for gifting me five books on writing. Screenwriting in particular. I’m not the best at it, but screenwriting was my favorite class in college. Props to Teal for his honest critiques and casual vibes in the room. Since beginning my business as a freelance videographer, I’ve gotten backContinueContinue reading “Back to Writing”
Learning to accept free time
I grew up where it was important to work hard. I believe in hard work. A part of that though was time spent = hard work. I spent time in the field of education, where guilt joined me in illness when I couldn’t go in. In many aspects of my life, I felt that ifContinueContinue reading “Learning to accept free time”
Consistency
I’ve been terrible at staying consistent. Since I’ve begun Bucci Productions, I have lost focus on blog writing. But, the good news is how busy I’ve stayed making video content. So far, I’ve done a couple of commercials, short films, and real estate…photography. I expect to have a couple of long term projects in theContinueContinue reading “Consistency”
When September Ends
Holy smokes! Is September gone?! Somebody has to wake me up! Since the beginning of August, I have been acquiring gear and working on a portfolio to set up my new career as videographer. It’s been a lot of work, but I’ve enjoyed it greatly. Granted, there have been times of doubt and worry, butContinueContinue reading “When September Ends”
Big News
I’ve decided to begin listening to my soul when it comes to doing what I want. Did I love teaching? Yes. But teaching in the classroom felt like a small percentage of what I did. There was also meetings, certifications, tons of emails, and behind the scenes stuff. So, over the summer, I’ve been aContinueContinue reading “Big News”
Motivation
My last pay period from teaching will be the end of August. I have stressed myself lately trying to figure out how to make money when that source runs out. I know I want to try self-employment. I also know I have never worked for myself, so the change in lifestyle and financial security willContinueContinue reading “Motivation”
Goals for the future
There is a lot happening in my world right now. I’ve been caught up in changes that I haven’t been able to keep up with the usual daily routines: weeding, writing, researching random things. Between selling my house, moving in with girlfriend and her family, and leaving teaching, I’ve been busy. Anna, my girlfriend, andContinueContinue reading “Goals for the future”
Leaving Teaching
I’m not sure where I’ll go next or what I’ll do, but I still want to serve society and educate people. I think my time in the classroom is done for now. This was one of the hardest things I’ve done. But I know, in the long run, it’ll be worth it. I need to feel successful. I need to feel that I am doing good work.
May 13, 2021
Background information relevant to this post: I teach high school level Video Production. I had a tough day teaching. I have been for a while, wondering if I’ve lost my mojo. I attempted starting the day with positivity. I wanted to have a great day. But I have put myself in a pickle, allowing studentsContinueContinue reading “May 13, 2021”