O.K. So. THAT didn’t go EXACTLY as I expected.
In my defense, when I filmed this I still had not yet had my coffee. Not unlike a druggie without his “fix” for the day (or for the hour, I dunno the kinds of schedules druggies keep. Aaaaanywho…). However, a few lessons can be pulled from this experience. I am a giver, so to spare you the agony of making these same mistakes yourself, here are a few hints before filming footage for your next video/vlog post:
- Consider background. The trash can is not the ideal background. A tacky-looking, dusty silk plant from your churchs’ foyer is better than a trash can… unless you are making a video of trash cans, of course.
- Beware: apparently the camera brings out one’s “Valley Girl” accent. What’s up with that?
- Wear make-up.
- Have a cuppa coffee.
- Fix your hair. For goodness sake, find a flippin’ brush. It ain’t that hard.
- Wear some glitter, it distracts from real-life flaws. And it’s fun.
- Use a tripod. For so many reasons, Use. A. Tripod.
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Unrelated to vlogging… here is something else I was not expecting:
According to synonym.com, there a no synonyms for chocolate! *rubs eyes*
What the…!!! What about words like: heaven, grace, mercy, true love, tranquility, manna, redemption… ??? !!! I was so stunned I had to take a closer look:
*still rubbing eyes* Really? What about: promised land, hope, glory, perfection, world peace & harmony ???
Dear www.synonym.com,
If you need a new editor, I’m available.
Sincerely,
Kerryonthespot
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Love that video! That’s the coolest vlog I’ve ever seen.
You always cheer me right up!
I have made videos before where, upon viewing, I think: “Why the heck did I have *that* in my background?” I’m so unaware sometimes.
Chocolate is one of those words that means everything good in life. There can no be a synonym because chocolate IS chocolate. And I need some right now. Off I go…
That made me laugh! I think I’ll hold off on the vlogging thing.
Speilberg, watch your back:)
LOLL! ROFLOL!
When I took my middle son in for his pre-kindergarten screening, they had him do some synonyms. When they said “delicious” he said “pear” which was (and is) his favorite food. They acted like he was completely crazed. Food synonyms are underrated.
LMAO. I will be revisiting this and replaying it frequently. You rock.
That was the most hilarious thing I have ever seen. A tripod would be a good idea…but the vlogs wouldn’t be as funny!
hehehehehehehehe
Oh my holy hell. How did you make a 26 second video SOOOOOOO funny?
LOLing.
Yep…that was great. I totally didn’t see that coming. Nice try. I’ll be your tripod baby!
Okay . . . I so just snorted chai green tea down the wrong pipe. Note to self: consume all beverages BEFORE hitting the play button on one of KerryOnTheSpot’s vlogs.
Too funny, honey (as MIL would say)
Love it….Love it….Love it!!!!!!!!!!!!1
Gotta do one myself!!!!!!!!!
Did Paul Help??? Maybe I could get Matt to help me!!!!
I love you all so very much!!!
Trying to get ready for Debbie, Tracey and her little ones!!!
Annagrace has been cautioned so much about FIRE “ANTS” this summer, and Tracey has been trying to get her to be able to SAY AUNT ROBIN, when she gets here….well….Annagrace, thinks I will BITE her!!!! so, Tracey had to call and tell me, when she finally figured out WHY Annagrace thought I would BITE her!!!!! WE are gonna have fun!!! They will get to meet Elizabeth and her parents and sister….!!!! WE are soooooooooo EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hope you all have a WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING….we have a lot to be THANKFUL for!!!!!
Kerry, you have got to be the funniest gal I have ever known. Thanks so much for the laugh!! I watched it three times. LOL
BTW, my vote is in for you on the Divine Caroline site!!
Girl, if you keep this up you will be SO POPULAR (said in best Valley Girl accent)! I am cracking up. And vowing NEVER to vlog! OK, “never” is such a harsh word. But - it’s not likely going to happen. I like hiding behind my written words, thankyouverymuch.
So it was brought to my attention that my 6 year old was listening carefully to a phone conversation I had earlier today. I honestly don’t remember gossiping about anyone….actually can’t even remember who or what I was talking about, but apparently the words “crazy” and “person” were used in the same sentence. So as I was watching your little video clip he happened to stroll by the computer, stopped and asked, “Hey mom, is that the crazy person you were talking about on the phone earlier?” Oh…kids, they make me laugh!!
OMG! I am laughin’ and laughin’…again, not at you, well, no, this time it was at you:)
You are very good at this blogging, and vlogging…have you tried just logging?
Keep us laughing!
HAHAHAHAHA! Oh, my gosh. What the hell happened? It was all going so well, and then . . . ? At least we got some good tips. I don’t know if vlogging is in my future. I’ve heard webcams add 10 pounds, and since I already have a giant head, I’d fill up the entire screen. I do admire your efforts tho.