A Day on Capitol Hill

There may be more to come as I am temping in a city of politians. Yesterday, I had no idea I would find myself as a receptionist for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, but here I am! It's certainly not boring, as far as switchboard/receptionist work goes. Several congressmen and women walk down the hall, say their hellos and make small talk with me. I sure wish I knew who they were and what they stood for, but really how much can I stay on top of? Who knows what's in store for tomorrow, besides an audition at the Smithsonian and work at another DC office?

Virgin Fest & Running

Four long, not hard days working for Virgin Mobile was well worth it! Culminating in the Virgin Fest (featuring Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Who, The Killers, The Flaming Lips, Gnarles Barkley) yesterday, I was a virgin angel and ambassador (pretty much looked pretty and passed out free stuff). I met some great people, and even made it into the VIP tent to meet some head honchos in the company.

Helping a new friend train for his 6th or 7th marathon, I was motivated to really commit to running. It's something I've been doing once in awhile for a couple of years, but I really haven't put in the discipline needed to become a runner. Now is the time. Today I ran four miles, and signed up for the Marine Core Marathon- 10K race. It's definitely do-able, as I really only need to add 2 miles to what I can already run. The discipline I put into running, I will also be able to apply to audition prep, and vocal and instrumental practice.

Best news of the week: I found a place to live! Just across the street from Jacques and Liz, I have the top floor of a Georgetown townhouse!

"City Girl" At Last

So, it's not quite New York, but Washington DC is where it's at for me! On my drive down from Rhode Island, I have to admit that a small part of me was anxious that all would not go as planned... but I really am just jumping in head first, and everything looks positive so far... well, I really haven't landed any acting gigs or found an apartment yet, but really, that's all gravy! Right?

Anyway, I've moved into a temporary place in a wealthy part of town, just near the Maryland border. It's convenient to the metro, and I've even found a parking place a few blocks away. Over the weekend, I checked out some apartments. I did NOT know what I was in for. These open houses are like mass exoduses from group row house to house in the city, interviewing with grad students or young professionals in the hopes that you'll be their favorite of the afternoon. As if auditions and job interviews were not enough. It's all good though, you can never get enough interviewing experience, right? It's not like I haven't already introduced myself to hundred of people in small towns the past fifteen months on tour!

I'm learning the streets, and am so thankful for my DC family down here. Jacques, Liz & Marcel are making the transition so easy for me. I stayed in Marcel's dormroom one night, and met Jacques and Liz at the Sunday night mass in Georgetown.

Today was an interview at a temping agency where it looks like I should be able to get consistent work. This weekend should be good times, as I'll be a Virgin Angel at the Virgin Festival (Virgin Records) up in Baltimore. I'll be getting paid and I receive a free pair of VANS shoes. This girl can never have too many shoes!

Anyway, off to check out another apartment, and then later meet some theatre people at a Didactic Theatre (Kristen Cornwall's theatre) fundraising meeting.