Greatful for Mexico Documentary

The taping went very well. I have been very fortunate in getting access to Mexican families, NGO organizers and local governement officials.

I have the most amazing Producer along on this documentary journey, Martina Guzman. I am always amazed to see her work. Just when I think we are going to be turned down she turns things around and we get an amazing interveiw. The real work of the doc. is about buy in from subjects. Look for her name in the big league soon.

The secret to the support is asking. Maria Lema Gollob is a fabulous Associate Producer. She will ask the same question over and over and it gets answers. It's like watching a marathoner run. Every step is repeated until she reaches her goal.

My partner is my most prized asset. Piper Kessler is my life vest and my tether to the earth as well as my business partner. I am always amazed at how she is able to make me a better storyteller. Her analysis and insight reminds me to keep looking for the real story.

I am greatful for lots of the little things in my life. While I was in Mexico I was greatful for my grandparents and their courage and vision to get to the United States. I was also greatful that I am tied to such a wonderful culture, caring country and a happy disposition.

Mexico as part of the NAFT agreement has instituionalized the flow of business, technology, information and goods. Some of the short sighted people in the US don't want the flow to include human labor.


The documentary is examining Immigration from the Mexican side of the US border.

More to come.