Today, we put onto film and audio tape Miss Priss's likeness and voice found in Brelee Michelle Nichols, daughter of Barry and Brenda Nichols, who happens to be the illustrator and creative collaborator to the Miss Priss narrative. Brelee was a real trooper! She shot baskets and dribbled a tired old basketball found on site in cold, drizzly rain while Mom (Brenda) took photos for posterity as Judy (author) held an umbrella over the photographer who bravely filmed all the while protecting her valuable equipment. Success! Brenda sent photos to her coaching buddies across the nation to brag on her daughter's fine form.
Brelee was filmed dancing as only Miss Priss would dance. and speaking as only Miss Priss would speak in an actual sound studio. We still have a teeny bit more work to accomplish in the next coming weeks, but a trailer video will be produced for all the world to see and enjoy.
This author has goose bumps realizing a dream. A dream birthed four years ago of a girl wanting so desperately to play basketball that she would fight for her right to do just that. Live her dream. I can't wait for Miss Priss ~ On and Off the Court to be in print as the years of effort have been worth it. The journey of writing and publishing is just that. A journey to be traveled which may not ever truly have an end to it. Miss Priss plans to continue finding her way in this world. May you also pursue your dreams and not let obstacles keep you from them.
Stay JOYful and Write On!
