Yesterday, Friday

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Chicago is such a neat town!  Enjoying learning a lot of the history of the town from our driver back and forth from set. 

Started the morning out bright and early. We had to go to the Illinois Board of Education office to get the girls their work permit. Then we headed over for fittings at wardrobe, then lunch and then a whole afternoon of school, then a quick snack and they took us to the Chicago Fire & PD production office.  It was about at 15 minute drive between places.  Couldn't say exactly where in the city since I haven't gotten my bearings yet but doing a lot of exploring today and tomorrow.

Our driver was telling us that this episode that we're working on is a "biggy" and that they've been working on the sets for weeks and weeks now.  So while we were at the production office, there was a huge energy of excitement from everyone...the director, producers, AD's, make-up...everyone!  Come to find out that yes, this is THE biggest episode they've ever filmed.  Biggest budget, longest set up time, etc.  Everyone was so happy to see the girls and they explained the scenes and what special effects make-up they're going to have.  She's so excited!  I'll type up a synopsis of the episode this evening.  The schedule as of now is for it to air Tuesday, April 1 and then you have to watch "Chicago PD" on Wednesday, April 2 to find out what happens to the girls. :-)

We've been enjoying visiting with the little girl and her mom so much.  She and Avi hit it off right away and I'm thrilled to say that the mom is fabulous.  We have so much in common and are really enjoying visiting.  They are from Manhattan and she has three girls (6,9,12). They all act but this is the biggest thing the middle daughter, Aimee, has ever done.  Her big sister worked in the Broadway play "Matillda". That's always been one of our favorite movies so hopefully we'll get to see the play one day (think I heard it was coming to Austin).  Anyway, both mom and Aimee are very down to earth, sweet and a blast to be around (thank goodness). :-)

Also, the girls, and us moms, are crazy about the teacher.  She is so fun and has been doing this for years and years.  She's worked with so many famous kids and has wonderful stories and wisdom about the industry.

Waiting on work permits. 

Wardrobe fitting time!

Playing Rock 'em Sock 'em Robots at Wardrobe Department.