[Doetsch]

Originally Posted by JediSkipdogg

NERD ALERT. LOL, j/k. I can't speak much considering I have every Star Wars lego (well, 90% of them.) But I'll do my best helping and reading the script and anything else you need. To bad transfering video over the internet wasn't possible. Well, transfering raw footage video at actual quality. What do you plan on using to edit it? Final Cut? Premier? Please oh please say at least on a Mac, lol.

My NLE software is Vegas 6. My Mac crashed and I had FCP on it at the time. My wife hates MAC and I had to get a PC. Needless to say i couldn't afford Avid so I got the next best thing. I have Vegas 6, Soundforge 8, Acid Pro 5 & Dvd Architect. Everything I need, Nothing I want.

I can host the footage on some free site and you can see it that way. Myspace ETC.

[Tatermom]

Best of luck to you Doetsch!! We see discrimination already and Taylor is only 5. One child care provider would told us that we would have to take Taylor home if she needed a shot b/c it would be an illness. Then she would have to stay home for 24 hours after the shot. She could not get it thru her head that Taylor is insulin DEPENDENT and that diabetes is an auto-immune disease, NOT an illness. Hopefully, the more people know the easier our lives will be!!

[Doetsch]

Originally Posted by Tatermom

Best of luck to you Doetsch!! We see discrimination already and Taylor is only 5. One child care provider would told us that we would have to take Taylor home if she needed a shot b/c it would be an illness. Then she would have to stay home for 24 hours after the shot. She could not get it thru her head that Taylor is insulin DEPENDENT and that diabetes is an auto-immune disease, NOT an illness. Hopefully, the more people know the easier our lives will be!!

Good luck to you and Taylor.

I was diagnosed while in HS, I didntt have a Moonlight period and my Insulin needs were very strong. The school district said I could not carry my Meter, Insulin or Syringes on me while on school property. They stated that either I would have to leave them at home and I would be allowed permission to leave or they had to stay with the School Nurse and he would have to adminsiter the shots. It took alot of fighting but I was able to take the case to higher ups in order to get permission to have my supplies with me at all times. The school system is one of the most frustrating. How can someone with DKA or an extreme low have to walk all the way across school campus in order to take care of the needs that associate this disease? Absolutely impossible. I feel for you and Taylor and good luck

[jen_slc]

Originally Posted by Doetsch

In the intro I am thinking of having a very severe, hard core approach that will entangle viewers. I am going to show a small, innocent, fun loving child giving a shot and testing blood. Then it will cut to a person on Dialysis after renal failure, A blind person walking the streets and then an amputee in a wheelchair. All this will be shown while I will be giving dialogue in a voice over giving a brief history of the diesease and its side effects. I think this will set a good tone for things to come.

Hey Doetsch, I am in no way a writer/filmmaker/artistic being, but you will include lots of people who are leading perfectly normal, wonderful lives without diabetic complications too, right? I understand you want to grab viewers at the very beginning, but I might be worried that seeing complications as the very first thing might lend viewers to focus on that and only that, rather than the fact that we can and do lead normal, complication-free lives. Just a thought - depends what message you want (One of my pet peeves revolves around people's ideas that diabetics aren't normal or healthy and will develop complications no matter what). Good luck though, it's a great idea!

[Doetsch]

Originally Posted by jen_slc

Hey Doetsch, I am in no way a writer/filmmaker/artistic being, but you will include lots of people who are leading perfectly normal, wonderful lives without diabetic complications too, right? I understand you want to grab viewers at the very beginning, but I might be worried that seeing complications as the very first thing might lend viewers to focus on that and only that, rather than the fact that we can and do lead normal, complication-free lives. Just a thought - depends what message you want (One of my pet peeves revolves around people's ideas that diabetics aren't normal or healthy and will develop complications no matter what). Good luck though, it's a great idea!

Thank's for your Input Jen. I want viewers to understand the seriousness of the disease but there will definetely be the normal and excelling individuals. This will be shown that anyone can be Diabetic and you probably see a diabetic everyday without even noticing. I am also going to go to the Tour De Cure Bicycle race that involves many diabetics whom ride in a bicycle tour that is over 200 miles over 2 days to raise money for researce and also the Walk to Cure which I am sure many of you have participated in [Hopefully ]

[Doetsch]

I am really enjoying everyones input and you have given me great things to include and remove. keep them up

[JediSkipdogg]

Originally Posted by Doetsch

I am really enjoying everyones input and you have given me great things to include and remove. keep them up

Jen brought up a GREAT point. In making this there are two sides to diabetes. And personally, I don't see how both sides can be shown in the same video.

Side A) You have those that treat diabetes with great care and have no complications. Some make it their life to get perfect numbers, some just happen to get them great. These people show diabetes as not a problem and that we can do anything. For instance I am a huge climber, many people don't think diabetics should be rock climbers due to the risks, but I do it and have never had a problem. There are other instances of where diabetics have done anything (police officers, bikers, pilots, etc.) without problems because they take great care of themselves. So basically you have the positive side of a story here.

Side B) Now for the dreary side. You have the complications here that include blindness, anger problems, depression, amputations, etc, etc. This side shows what happens if one doesn't take care of themselves properly or the ones that just don't care. It can also show what happens when someone goes a long time without knowing they are diabetic, some can go for years and their body adjusts to running 400+ all the time.

The major problem with side B is that it can give people a bad idea. Side B may only be a small part of the population, but it's enough that it's a problem. If companies see what problems diabetics can have, then they will assume all diabetics will have them and that makes insurance rates more. It can also make getting a job harder.

You just need to consider which side you want to cover. I think both sides would be nice to cover, if you can figure out how to cover them both.

[Doetsch]

I was thinking of having both sides portrayed.

I will show the worst by themselves.

I will show the best by themselves.

I will follow the Cast for a long period of time (Hopefully over 2-3 months.) Within that time I am sure that there will be good days and there will be bad days. This will show that somone can be perfectly fine one minute and in a potentially life threatining moment the next.

I hope that through these experiences it will give viewers the ability to view it how they would like. What could potentially be the Past, Present and Future. Through editing I am sure that I will be able to blend both sides of the spectrum to a balance.

[koblenz]

First off, I think this is a great idea for a project.

Second, I know nothing in this field.

Now, the more I read about the objectives and think about it, I see this almost having to be a "Cosmos" (Carl Sagan) 12-part mini-series type production. Don't get me wrong, I would watch all 12.

I would then order the DVD home edition, rip them, convert them and download to my video IPOD for viewing on the go!

Thoughts I had (for what their worth):

1. As a color piece, get some "normal" people and put them on a diabetes regemin for a few days/weeks/months. Make them watch their diets, test, exercise, and if possible, inject saline. May be easier suggested than done.

2. Talk to as many "type 3's" as possible. How has this affected their lives?

Just ideas!

I would be happy to come out to Texas and be one of the following:
- a key grip (what the heck is that anyway?)
- stunt coordinator (I can prat fall with the best of them)
- continuity coordinator
- Gaffer (it just sounds cool)
- Best Boy (again, it just sounds cool)
- Craft Services (come on, who knows coffee better than I?)

[gettingby]

Originally Posted by koblenz

First off, I think this is a great idea for a project.

Second, I know nothing in this field.

Now, the more I read about the objectives and think about it, I see this almost having to be a "Cosmos" (Carl Sagan) 12-part mini-series type production. Don't get me wrong, I would watch all 12.

I would then order the DVD home edition, rip them, convert them and download to my video IPOD for viewing on the go!

Thoughts I had (for what their worth):

1. As a color piece, get some "normal" people and put them on a diabetes regemin for a few days/weeks/months. Make them watch their diets, test, exercise, and if possible, inject saline. May be easier suggested than done.

2. Talk to as many "type 3's" as possible. How has this affected their lives?

Just ideas!

I would be happy to come out to Texas and be one of the following:
- a key grip (what the heck is that anyway?)
- stunt coordinator (I can prat fall with the best of them)
- continuity coordinator
- Gaffer (it just sounds cool)
- Best Boy (again, it just sounds cool)
- Craft Services (come on, who knows coffee better than I?)

Best boy, huh? Well hon, you already are that to me. LOL

[am1977]

Originally Posted by koblenz

First off, I think this is a great idea for a project.

Second, I know nothing in this field.

Now, the more I read about the objectives and think about it, I see this almost having to be a "Cosmos" (Carl Sagan) 12-part mini-series type production. Don't get me wrong, I would watch all 12.

I would then order the DVD home edition, rip them, convert them and download to my video IPOD for viewing on the go!

Thoughts I had (for what their worth):

1. As a color piece, get some "normal" people and put them on a diabetes regemin for a few days/weeks/months. Make them watch their diets, test, exercise, and if possible, inject saline. May be easier suggested than done.

2. Talk to as many "type 3's" as possible. How has this affected their lives?

Just ideas!

I would be happy to come out to Texas and be one of the following:
- a key grip (what the heck is that anyway?)
- stunt coordinator (I can prat fall with the best of them)
- continuity coordinator
- Gaffer (it just sounds cool)
- Best Boy (again, it just sounds cool)
- Craft Services (come on, who knows coffee better than I?)

Oh, I think Doetsch should take you up on your offer. I'm sure he can put you to work somehow. Maybe you could be his "best boy"

[Tatermom]

1. As a color piece, get some "normal" people and put them on a diabetes regemin for a few days/weeks/months. Make them watch their diets, test, exercise, and if possible, inject saline. May be easier suggested than done.

2. Talk to as many "type 3's" as possible. How has this affected their lives?

What an awesome idea. I did the saline in a pump thing so that I could understand, but the fingerstick is a big ouch for me. What is a type 3 anyway?

[Doetsch]

Originally Posted by koblenz

1. As a color piece, get some "normal" people and put them on a diabetes regemin for a few days/weeks/months. Make them watch their diets, test, exercise, and if possible, inject saline. May be easier suggested than done.

I think that is an amzing idea and I will definetely use that! Thank's. Now, trying to find someone willing to do that. I will most likely have to get a friend or pay someone money. Hmmmm...

Koblenz.....Um...Do you....Umm.. (Twiddling thumbs) Want to .... Ummm... be my .... ummm.. Best boy?

Seriously though, If you have the means and are deifinately interested in helping out just let me know. I am sure I can arrange something.

As for everyone else. I am excited that everyone is interested in this. I would like for people (If interested) to gather Research studies that may be of some interest, Statistics on certain aspects (Type 1, 1.5, 2 - Gestational - possible link to alzheimers, diagnosed/un-diagnosed, deaths, age groups Etc. Etc, Etc.). That way we can have some info that will be passed along in certain parts of the film (When necessary) If someone helps me with research i will give a screen credit on the final film. I won't be able to give money but I am sure most of you won't mind, considering most of us are internet junkies

Thanks again and keep em' comin'!!

[koblenz]

Originally Posted by Tatermom

What an awesome idea. I did the saline in a pump thing so that I could understand, but the fingerstick is a big ouch for me. What is a type 3 anyway?

A type 3 is usually referred to as an "non-diabetic" supporting a diabetic. So mother, father, brother, sister, husband, wife, or "other" that cares about or for a diabetic.

So in my case, it is my "normal" wife!

[Dewey]

Originally Posted by Doetsch

I think that is an amzing idea and I will definetely use that! Thank's. Now, trying to find someone willing to do that. I will most likely have to get a friend or pay someone money. Hmmmm...

Koblenz.....Um...Do you....Umm.. (Twiddling thumbs) Want to .... Ummm... be my .... ummm.. Best boy?

Seriously though, If you have the means and are deifinately interested in helping out just let me know. I am sure I can arrange something.

As for everyone else. I am excited that everyone is interested in this. I would like for people (If interested) to gather Research studies that may be of some interest, Statistics on certain aspects (Type 1, 1.5, 2 - Gestational - possible link to alzheimers, diagnosed/un-diagnosed, deaths, age groups Etc. Etc, Etc.). That way we can have some info that will be passed along in certain parts of the film (When necessary) If someone helps me with research i will give a screen credit on the final film. I won't be able to give money but I am sure most of you won't mind, considering most of us are internet junkies

Thanks again and keep em' comin'!!

I really like your idea too, Doetsch! Definite for the thought & effort you are putting into it. It sounds like people gave good ideas thus far, so I really can't add much on that front.

Originally Posted by Doetsch

I was thinking of having both sides portrayed.

I will show the worst by themselves.

I will show the best by themselves.

I will follow the Cast for a long period of time (Hopefully over 2-3 months.) Within that time I am sure that there will be good days and there will be bad days. This will show that somone can be perfectly fine one minute and in a potentially life threatining moment the next.

I hope that through these experiences it will give viewers the ability to view it how they would like. What could potentially be the Past, Present and Future. Through editing I am sure that I will be able to blend both sides of the spectrum to a balance

Wish I lived closer, so I too, could help. If ever you need or want to "follow" someone for a week and don't have anyone local that you can do this with, I'd be glad to try & travel down that way to participate. I can also help (if you'd like) with gathering information regarding research & upcoming products. I'm a gadget gal, so I love that kind of stuff! Please feel free to PM me.