Wait a minute, maybe I better back up a bit. My oldest daughter is an aspiring film-maker/director. She's in the middle of filming a spoof on the Narnia movie. Work on the film actually began about a year and a half ago: rewriting the script, making costumes, props, (an arsenal of weapons) story boards, finding places to film (where would the professor's room be? what about a battle field?, etc...) The filming began in January of this year, in freezing cold weather. Well, Wednesday we filmed the battle! Many people came out for it. Considering that most of the actors and actresses can't drive, it was quite a turn out for which we are very greatful. It's a little nerve racking counting on an all volunteer cast and crew. (Our younger daughter did a steller job of playing a part in Aslan's army as well as Mr. Tumnus. She is a great actress and improves with each film-but I'm not biased or anything. he he)

It was very windy and cold (in the 50's) on Wednesday the 6th. of June. It's funny to think that last week we were really concerned about hot weather, (thus the 9-noon shooting time) since it was in the high 90's. The kids did great and Amy did a fabulous job directing and filming and keeping everyone under control. It was a little sad to see most of her weapons destroyed by the time the shoot was a wrap. I know how much time and effort she put into making them. I guess I should no longer be surprised when my aluminum foil and duck tape turn up missing and return in a totally different shape. Homeschooling tends to turn out very creative, resourceful children. It's fun to wonder what they might think of next, and a little scary! he he

Only two more filming days before this movie will be finished filming. The editing has taken place after each filming with the trailers already finished. Let me tell you, they are fabulous! If only she had the access to the right equipment...there'd be no stopping her.

I'm including a few of the still shots I took at the filming. Fun stuff! Can't imagine what it must have been like for the neighbors, whom we forgot to forwarn about the battle. Oops!