CALIFORN-I-A

From Victoria's Secret to KTLA to spending time with my mom, life has been very busy, which can only be good.  I am enjoying VS more and more. The last time I worked, I actually sold so many bras they said they want to make me a bra specialist! Ha, it is definitely entertaining helping both men and women shop in that store. The stories are endless,  as are the lines now that the semi annual sale is starting!

I have learned how to use all the editing equipment at KTLA now. Sam, the entertainment anchor, told me that the most beneficial thing I could take away from this internship is if I can learn how to use Final Cut Pro, an advanced editing system, which I happened to learn today. I know I am fortunate to have all this editing knowledge, because a journalist needs to be well rounded. Though I ultimately want to be in front of the camera, I am glad I know the work that goes into making the anchors look good. Having that knowledge is what makes anchors appreciate what their crew does for them, and it makes them more respectful in their requests and demands. Starting at the bottom makes you more appreciative if you ever are lucky enough to make it to the top. 

Speaking of the top of a really tall mountain, California is absolutely beautiful. From the mountains to the ocean to the sun and the weather, California seems to have it all. And if you have heard thats it's very lax here, your absolutely correct....if your NOT talking about driving! Some of these drivers are crazy! Didn't think I'd feel like a grandma this young  ;) Downtown LA/Hollywood area is definitely very crowded. In fact, there are "carpool" lanes on the highways for cars of two or more, encouraging car pooling and subsequently less traffic. This lane is always smooth sailing, which is great incentive to drive in it. Actually, I guess they make "car dummies" to sit in your passenger seat so you dont get pulled over if you want to drive in the car pool lane by yourself. Strange yes, but it takes all kinds, right...??? 

I have come to learn that most natives dont live in the heart of LA, but rather the outskirts, and through travel, I have come to understand why. LA and Hollywood is great for what I am doing now: a young girl in her 20s interning/working/getting the Cal experience, but if I ever decided to live here, I would definitely want to live in the outskirts, where it is more tranquil and peaceful. My mom and I were driving around in Malibu, for example, and it is so serene there. Up in the mountains there are beautiful homes, rolling mansions, 30 acre horse ranches, etc....all placed on lots of land overlooking the ocean: a priceless view.  Even my dad (who hates crowds/loud settings/large groups of poeple....weird I know, considering he owns  a nightclub-and is married to my mother lol) admitted that, though downtown was a bit much for him, he would love to live in the more low-key parts of California. It's hard to explain, but there's something about the way the sun reflects off the ocean and the mountains stare down at you in tranquil intimidation that really connects you to this place.