A Star in the Making!

Today was a really fun day for Mckinley and me. Yesterday afternoon I got a call from my sister-in-law, who just happens to manage the marketing department for a mattress retailer--she was in need of a baby for her commercial shoot today! Of course Mckinley and I were willing! Are you kidding--my kid....on TV?! Pretty exciting stuff (even if it is only about a 3-4 second close up of her beautiful face!).

So off we went this morning to the studio for a real TV shoot! First, her wardrobe was assessed. The fave shirt of everyone was rejected because it was too dark for the background being used, so we went with something a little more playful--still cute though. Then we were off to hair and make-up--her pig-tails were re-aligned and yes she really even had make-up on (just a little concealer and powder though--this isn't Toddlers and Tiaras). Mckinley was not a huge fan of the hair stylist though. It took a lot of singing "The Wheels on the Bus" by myself and aunt Gina to get through the traumatic event of hairspray application! After she was all dolled up it was time for the real work...standing in a specific spot and looking at the camera. I know, I know this doesn't sound all that prestigious of a role, but trust me, she plays an important part I'm sure of it! :)

So after about 10 minutes of Mckinley's close up we were done. And just like that a star was born!

Honestly, I have no idea how a 20 month old is suppose to do in a commercial, but I think she did pretty good. She gave a sweet look, a sad look, she looked down and then back up (she must have dug deep for that type of emotion huh?), she really showed a lot of talent...who knows if any of this was actually in the direction of the camera and is able to be used, but she was amazing truly. I cannot wait for the commercials to start rolling (I will be sure to give more info when I get it). I'm sure they are going to edit her into a very important part of the commercial.

Now, we just have to wait for the opportunities to come a knocking! :) Get your autographs while you can people (just don't expect anything other than scribbled crayon).