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Frances
Member
03-31-2008
| Monday, April 07, 2008 - 9:45 pm
Hi Friends, If you like mom-comedy...and want to support me, watch my episode of THE SECRET LIFE OF A SOCCER MOM on TLC (April 19 12am....TiVO or DVR anyone!?!?). It's my journey returning to the world of stand-up comedy....you might remember me from Last Comic Standing....Funny Frances! (Guest starts on this show Adam Corrolla, Larry Miller, Kathleen Madigan). I could use your support...post me some love on TLC.com (Secret Life of A Soccer Mom..under community). I hope you enjoy the laughs. Thanks!
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Shel
Member
07-27-2005
| Tuesday, April 08, 2008 - 6:46 am
Are you (the poster) actually the mom from the show, or are you just posting this like an ad to get people to watch? If you are the mom --- COOL! How was your experience compared to the edited version for tv?
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Frances
Member
03-31-2008
| Tuesday, April 08, 2008 - 7:05 am
I'm the mom! I would love to talk about the real life deal...part of that is I have to get my kids off to school right now and then I have a TV interview to do in Orange County. But I will be happy to share the scoop. I'll check back later. In a nut shell...it was great. This is probably one of the most "real" reality shows. A few things were "designed" but the decisions and happening were honestt. I had some real cool stuff...I was put on the air with Adam Corrolla....had to do stand-up iin a grocery store....on the street in front of the Kodak Theater....crazy, fun, stressful, embarassing....every emotion you can imagine. Thanks for your interest and support! Funny Frances www.myspace.com/funnyfrances (If you want a few laughs...)
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Reader234
Member
08-13-2000
| Wednesday, April 09, 2008 - 9:16 am
Interesting - you seem more nervous now tho - are you posting on lots of message boards? Is there a chance that the episode wont air? I've watched a couple of the episodes, its an interesting concept, but I cant imagine lying to my family for the tv show - but that's the whole idea... the mom that went back to be a police officer that dh seemed to have a problem with her leaving him out of the loop... but I could be imagining things too!
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Frances
Member
03-31-2008
| Wednesday, April 09, 2008 - 10:15 am
It is definately airing! April 19 on TLC. I don't know what you mean by nervous. Maybe cause I'm promoting it? I really haven't posted to a lot of message boards, just here and myspace page. I'm a fan of this site and I thought it would be fun to talk about my experience. As for the lying...a lot of people seem to be upset about that. Keep in mind, it is TV and they set that up like a big deal.. it's for entertainment mostly, to create the "suprise" effect. We weren't suppose to tell our husbands...but, the selection process went on for a long time...so the husbands knew more than you think. They had to agree to the show too! It wasn't the "lie" that people think it is. I'm glad I can clear that up for people. As for the cop...he seemed like a tough cookie. She is sweet though. And, I think that is their relationship style. They were tough on her from the get go....and also remember this...they filmed for 12 a day for a week straight. Then just show about 40 minutes within an hour. So, editing can redirect stuff. I know she got a lot of flack for her husbands attitude. I'm excited about mine. I am bummed it is airing at a crappy time, cause the producers said it's a fun episode. I have a lot of comedy fans that want to know about it so I'm just trying to get the word out.
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Shel
Member
07-27-2005
| Wednesday, April 09, 2008 - 10:16 am
Reader, I think the cop dad just wanted his wife to stay at home "like they planned" - which to me meant HE planned and she followed, just like the show ended with her not taking the one time deal of the Academy was all him saying "no" and not even giving her a choice.
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Frances
Member
03-31-2008
| Wednesday, April 09, 2008 - 10:36 am
Hi Shel, I couldn't figure out the husband completely too. He did seemed very cop-like in the show. His way or no way. But, I liked how she stood up to him and said..."It's my decision"...even though she did turn it down after that.
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Shel
Member
07-27-2005
| Wednesday, April 09, 2008 - 1:15 pm
She said it was her decision not to, but you could see in her eyes and body language that she was totally defeated and not making the choice she really wanted. It was sad. She'll never get that opportunity to live her dream again and she knew it.
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Reader234
Member
08-13-2000
| Wednesday, April 09, 2008 - 4:46 pm
Thanks Frances - its hard to tell with this medium if someone is excited, nervous, - your posts do sound excited! I like hearing the behind the scenes comments as well! Many times we comments on how "reality" shows are 'scripted' - I appreciated your take on the husbands/families! Even if it is a crappy time - at least they rerun it often enough for me to catch it!! Shel, you are so right - I know how that feeling is, its the old turn around and you're not a young one any longer - but it sure is a grueling schedule, and if they are both in the police profession I couldnt help wondering what the stress level would be... but I agree with you, I didnt think it came across as a joint decision
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Debra
Member
11-20-2003
| Saturday, April 19, 2008 - 1:07 am
Frances I just watched and you did great! I loved how you took on each challenge with such enthusiasm. What a tough decision you had to make. Your husband seems wonderfully supportive and I am sure that helped. This was the first time I watched the show so I don't have a comparison of the other episodes. I hope you are doing great and are able to balance the funny with your family.
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Frances
Member
03-31-2008
| Saturday, April 19, 2008 - 7:33 am
Debra, thanks! You are the first internet comment I read. I'm so glad you enjoyed it. My favorite part was teasing with my husband...telling him to watch Oprah at 3, and read a selp-help book while I was gone. That is so not him, so it was funny to me...he is great....and my biggest supporter. It's amazing how one week of 12 hour days is cut into 40 min. I'd be happy to chat more...but as your last sentence says...I have to balance and it's 7:30 am my little boys has a tummy ache. So mommy first....and I've got a gig tonight. Thanks again!
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