A message from Annabeth ... :)

Received the following note from Annabeth today to advise of a new project on which she has been working, as well as to send along a thank you to everyone for their heartfelt answers to the "What Inspires You?" question from last month:

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"I've been working on another movie for the Hallmark Channel. This one is called Liberty Street and co-stars Ethan Embry and Ed Begley Jr. It’s a sweet story ... with sweet heartfelt moments. I play a nurse with an attitude and a chip on her shoulder ....

I want to thank everyone for the 'inspiring' answers to the inspiration question - what a beautiful glimpse into the minds and hearts of the ATA community. I feel privileged to have a connection with you all through this site that is tended to with such care by the lovely GP. Everyone’s responses seemed to come from a place of true connection and soulfulness. I am appreciative of each and every thought. May we all keep this connection to our dreams, to what moves us to love and feel joy in ever increasing ways. We all need to inspire each other!"

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Also, Annabeth is still working on the January Q&As, so be sure to keep an eye out for those as well. :)

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Have a great day! :)

Different press kit goodies, and some excellent BFB news ... :)

With great thanks to the wonderful Grilka, I have transcribed some items from the original 1999 Different Press Kit: Press Release; Synopsis; Annabeth's Biography. I've also scanned the promo pics that accompanied the kit (below).

I know this is a film many of you have not seen, and it unfortunately has not re-aired recently on Lifetime Television. So, I'm hopeful you will enjoy reading a bit more about the film's storyline and characters. :)

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"[Y]ou don't want them to feel like they're a specimen. But most people are willing to share their lives, how they get through." (Annabeth, on being asked if it felt awkward, or seemed an invasion of privacy, for her to spend time with Special Olympics groups as well as observe a mother and son while preparing for Different, Venice Magazine, May 1999)

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Becky (Buy for Bethie / Bethie Believers) is reporting that the 2004 BFB/Futures for Children Campaign has reached it's $420 target ahead of schedule! Wonderful thanks to all of you who have been contributing to this cause over the past several months - it could not succeed without your generous support! :)

We now have an excellent opportunity to generate additional monies for Futures for Children. There is still time to make amazon.com purchases through any one of the BFB Affiliate Stores, or to donate directly to the campaign.

Thank you again to everyone for helping to make this campaign a success! :)

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Have a great day! :)

Follmer/Reyes collage contest voting, and a special note of thought and prayer ...

Kristi (Absolute Annabeth / No Frickin' Way / Teso's Art) has opened up voting for her collage contest on her You Know I'm On Your Side site (which supports the relationship between X-Files characters Brad Follmer and Monica Reyes). Be sure to head on over and vote for the best collage. Voting ends January 31, 2004. :)

A couple of new (retro) pics ... :)

I came across a couple of pics (below) of Annabeth at the premiere of Beautiful Girls back in January 1996. This is another set I had not seen prior. Enjoy! (Pictures are courtesy of Dave Allocca / Time Life Pictures / Getty Images).

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"The writing. There's a monologue delivered by Rosie O' Donnell about how women on the covers of magazines are airbrushed, their images perfected and phony. She tells them to appreciate what they have. I just said: 'That's so true. That's something I want to save.'" (Annabeth, on what attracted her to do the film Beautiful Girls, People Magazine, February 19, 1996)

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Have a great day! :)

Great inspirations, and a new piece of fan artwork ... :)

I would just like to thank everyone who took the time to respond to Annabeth's question from the December 2003 Q&As, "What inspires you?" There are some very moving and wonderful tales of inspiration, and I'm sure Annabeth will enjoy reading each one. Thanks again to all who participated. :)

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The very talented DSpy (a.k.a. frigginway) has sent along another beautiful Annabeth-centric collage; Pursuit of Happiness is the theme. My thanks to Denise for sharing her art and allowing it to be posted here at the site. Great work once again, DSpy! :)

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Have a great day! :)

Just a reminder ... :)

Monday (January 12th) is the last day to submit your answers to Annabeth's question from the December Q&As ("What inspires you?"). E-mail your responses to me, and place in the subject line of your e-mail: "Answer for Annabeth."

**IMPORTANT NOTE: Please try to keep your responses somewhat brief (e.g., a paragraph or so). While I certainly do not want to put a limit on what to write, please be advised that personal letters/requests to Annabeth are to be sent c/o her agency, International Creative Management (ICM). As always, submissions will be reviewed prior to being forwarded.

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"[Working on Pursuit of Happiness] was just a very charming experience. Which is the nice thing about doing independent films .... Everybody is there for the right reasons. Nobody is there to get a big paycheck and throw attitudes around. It's all about the work." (Annabeth, FilmMonthly.com, May 2003)

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Have a great day! :)

Upcoming West Wing re-runs, and an interesting Annabeth mention ... :)

NBC will be re-airing the first two episodes of WW's Season 5 in which Annabeth guest starred ("7A WF 83429" and "The Dogs of War") on January 21st and 28th respectively. In case any of you might have missed the original premiere(s), be sure to reset your VCRs. Or, re-tune in just for fun. :)

Also, anyfrigginway (AFW) passed along an interesting Annabeth mention. It seems as though this site (which I hadn't seen prior) has Annabeth listed as one of their "Cool Ladies of Cinema." Bear in mind the site is unofficial, and it does seem to be duplicating much of what is already professionally and officially done by IMDB.com. But, it is definitely worth noting - given Annabeth is named alongside some of today's top, A-List leading ladies. :) (Thanks, AFW!)

Happy New Year ... :)

Just a short note today to say I'm back from my vacation. I hope everyone had a good, safe holiday. A couple of administrative things:

1) I've done a bit of site maintenance - archiving the December 2003 updates as well as updating the TV Schedule (over in the right hand column). Seems as though January will be another good month to catch Annabeth in a variety of her work. :)

2) I'm going to set a deadline of next Monday (January 12th) as the last day to submit your answers to Annabeth's question from the December Q&As ("What inspires you?"). E-mail your responses to me, and place in the subject line of your e-mail: "Answer for Annabeth."

**IMPORTANT NOTE: Please try to keep your responses somewhat brief (e.g., a paragraph or so). While I certainly do not want to put a limit on what to write, please be advised that personal letters/requests to Annabeth are to be sent c/o her agency, International Creative Management (ICM). As always, submissions will be reviewed prior to being forwarded.

Thanks to all who have already sent along their thoughts - some wonderful tales of inspiration! :)

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Have a great day! :)

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