Happy Summer

Hey World,

      I hope everyone is enjoying a productive summer. I love summer. I love that it's always summer in LA.  Chicago and New York have interesting summers.  I've spent a lot of time in both cities and although it's humid in Chicago, New York has areas that take humidity to a whole new level...of course, I'm excluding nearby east coast treasures like Cape Cod and my absolute favorite hidden gem -- my beach house in New Brunswick.  

      Canada is so beautiful. I've spent many gorgeous summers at my beach house in New Brunswick, Canada. That's actually how I first learned French when I was a little girl. In fact, I had my first kiss, under the stars, at the beach in our backyard.  

I often don't wear makeup.

~~ beachy Cali princess ~~

When I think about summer, of course I think about Canada, our beach house, charming French Canadian boys, and boating. My favorite thing to do as a kid was boating and jumping off the boats to go swimming in the ocean.  

It's so easy to fall in love in French Canada.  

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I wrote many songs on that beach. I used to walk outside to our backyard and after spending the day running and swimming, I would escape to this secret peninsula that was almost dream-like. Of course, I'm part mermaid, so I would relax to the sound of the waves and write music.

Anyway, my childhood was certainly glowing.  I have so much gratitude for my life.

I'm thankful for my Hinsdale family, my LA family, and all of my close friends in LA, Chicago, New York, and Arizona.

Arizona is an entire three chapters in the book I'm presently writing -- maybe more.  Arizona is my secret escape from LA. It's my peaceful fun place and I actually love summers in Arizona.  I love when it's 100 degrees outside and if you feel adventurous, you can sweat it out with a "dangerously short" hike in the canyons, or an intensely fast sprint and then dive into the pool.  Arizona is spiritual.  Also, one of my favorite hotels -- The Princess Hotel in Scottsdale -- is Heaven in the summer.  You'll have to read my book to understand all of this...

Peace and Love,

~ Alexandra

My Stunning new Satori Breonn Ring

Regal.

Love,

Alexandra

Happy May 2013

Hello World,
I hope you are all enjoying a lovely May and preview to Summer.  I have been busy writing, traveling, and reflecting on some new creative offers. 

In May, I've been wearing a lot of new, gorgeous clothes and accessories by: Louis Vuitton, Christian Louboutin, BCBG, and Satori Breonn.

I love Satori Breonn. http://www.satoribreonn.com/
Love,
Alexandra

Audition Tape for lead in "The Secret Circle"

Ruby Sparks: One of the Best Movies I've ever seen in my life...

Dear World,

I hope everyone is enjoying a productive quarter. I watched RUBY SPARKS on an airplane last weekend. WOW. Afterward, I rented it and watched it two more times. It's one of the best movies I've seen in my life. Ruby Sparks is brilliant.

Ruby Sparks is the most moving independent film of 2012. In fact, it's precisely my style. Sparks unfolds an incredible story about love, loneliness, and trying to control love.  It completely resonates. Zoe Kazan and Paul Dano light up the screen. They share numerous memorable moments that will give audiences chills. They serve it up and make you think.  An acting friend of mine, Toni Trucks, plays a supporting role -- the sister-in-law to Paul Dano's character.

The gorgeous music in this film complements the artistry.  The flow of the story is easy to fall into as Kazan takes you on a beautiful and imaginative ride through love and life in Los Angeles. This Yale grad was born to write screenplays.

Please enjoy the genius work of Zoe Kazan. Zoe is my new role model. I adore her.

Warmly,
Alex D.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W4RJYlSgDKM

I Love Living in a Bikini :)

Back in Santa Barbara

Hey World,

 

I love escaping the world in Carpinteria. It's a peaceful place to write, do yoga, surf and read.  I had such a productive January and February was a lot of fun.  I'm wishing you all a peaceful and productive 2013.  The first quarter has been good to me.  I'm ready to head back to LA.  I'll be stopping in San Diego and spending some quality time in Newport with friends soon.


Love,
Alex