Last week a CNN camera crew came to our house to shoot part of a segment for the Clark Howard show. In a few weeks we’ll actually meet Clark and finish the interview but the camera crew came early to get some footage of our family.
Having a camera crew in your house is a big disruption to your day. I was a little hesitant about doing the interview at first, but since several of my children are interested in film making and we love Clark Howard I couldn’t pass up the opportunity.
The crew was great and they spent a lot of time with the kids explaining the equipment and even letting them use it. (Under supervision of course)
Here are a few of the photos from our day.
Filming our homeschool day.
Letting the kids try out the equipment.
Filming me blogging. (Do you know how hard it is to blog on camera?)
Filming the intro in the front yard. They were nice enough to take a picture with my camera.
A few years ago I would have told you that I would never let a film crew in my house. I’ve changed my mind since then and I think it was a great experience for the family. It was definitely stressful keeping the house picked up and hoping no one picked their nose on camera, but all in all it was a great learning experience for us!
I wouldn’t do it every day, but I’m glad my kids had this experience. Hopefully it was enough of a disruption to their daily routine to keep them off any reality television when they are adults.
Marianne says
You look lovely. 😉
What a once-in-a-lifetime kind of experience for your kids. It’s great that you said yes if only for that reason. You never know what kind of seeds it may have planted.
Do let us know when it’s live/on air. Would love to watch.
MarshaMarshaMarsha says
How exciting! Congrats!
I have had one TV experience and nothankyouneveragain. But it was a learning lesson in many ways. Can’t wait to see how your segment turns out! What a blessing to have a camera crew that was easy to work with and kind to your kidlets.
TiJa says
Toni, you are such an inspiration in so many ways!
I can’t wait to watch your segment!
Your home and family are just beautiful! How do you stay so slim after having 7 children? I have only two and it’s a constant battle to keep the bulge away ;P.
Cherrill says
I love the family photo. I also like that the crew is really kid friendly I’m sure that helped a lot.
Vanessa says
I have the same request as Sherri, do you think you’ll be able to post the interview? What a neat experience for your family!
TheHappyHousewife says
I’m sure I’ll be able to post a link when it airs. It won’t be until later in the year though… we still have to film the part with Clark Howard. 🙂
Angie @ Many Little Blessings says
How very cool! What a great opportunity (for all of you).
I love the family picture. 🙂
Sherri says
Can you post the interview on your blog for those of us without TV/cable?
Amy @ MomsToolbox says
Looks great!
And do you always look that glam when you blog?
Of course you do!! (wink)
Love you and so excited for your opportunity to share with yet another audience!
Jennifer says
Please post when you will be on. I didn’t know Clark had a TV program-but then again, it’s been years since I have listened to his program (nothing against him, just don’t listen to much radio anymore).
Your home looks lovely. I was looking for that cabinet, but I guess it didn’t make it in the pics. 🙂
Sally { with eager hands } says
That’s exciting — you’re super famous now!! 🙂
Kelli says
Have you posted anywhere when your segment will air? Wouldn’t mind seeing it.
Wow, though, I think I am still at the a few years ago stage. Not sure I would want a film crew in my house.
Venomous Kate says
What a great experience for your kids! I love Clark, too, and will be looking forward to watching your segment. 🙂