Prom Princess
I have a very special post for you this fine Friday afternoon! As some of you may know, Gracie was nominated as a princess for her high school prom, which took place this past weekend. Those that were at the event were given a very special treat: a fantastic, hilarious, and thoroughly enjoyable rap video featuring none other than Gracie Fisher. While she didn’t win the competition for prom queen (she wanted it to go to someone there, so don’t be sad!), she had a great time putting the video together!
Go watch the video first, and come back here for the back story:
Now that you’ve watched it, you’re probably thinking to yourself, “I know that song!” Okay, maybe not, unless you’re an Eminem fan, but the video is loosely based on the Eminem music video Lose Yourself. The opening sequence is a sunrise over downtown Denver, followed by an fly over Red Rocks Amphitheatre, about 20 minutes from Craig, and where Debbie has gone hiking (concerts are also regularly hosted at Red Rocks). The best part is that the rapper in the video is none other than Gracie’s nurse technician, Justin, a.k.a. “J Dirty”, and who also wrote the lyrics. They filmed the entire video in a day, and used several locations in the hospital. The nurses you see in the last sequence all care for Gracie, and the girl in the wheel chair is another patient at Craig. When they were filming in her room, the hallway was packed full of people trying to see what was going on… they created quite a stir.
I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. I still smile every time I think about it, and have watched it at least a dozen times.
Have a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day weekend, and take the time to thank someone who has served our country to make this weekend possible!
Paul
Comments (29)
Great video. Love seeing Gracie smile.
Gracie, you are an AMAZING young woman, and I am so thankful to be a part of this. That you can take where you're at and put together something like this speaks volumes. In all the pictures and videos your dad and mom have sent me, I cannot believe you're smiling in so many of them. I know it's often not easy, but I'm thankful that your parents love you so much that they are there with you all the time, and that you've been able to be in such an awesome rehab facility. Even so, I can't wait to see your smiling face when you get home. Never give up, keep pushing yourself, and keep smiling!
Pretty dang cool Gracie!! We're all looking forward to your return to "Cally" soon. :)
Awesome video, Grace!! It makes me smile seeing the joy on your face. I look forward to seeing you when you get back to Cali! Love and hugs to you!
LOVED IT ! Keep that big smile on because nothing can stop you!
How fun!! I can just picture this being played at the SBHS Prom. So glad there was a creative way for you to attend and be a part of it. Keep up the great work Gracie, you are having an amazing impact on so many people around you. Thank you!!
What a wonderful video! And I can see from your face that you really enjoyed the making of it Gracie!
Gracie. That was the best! You look so wonderful. Smiling and full of spirit. The video quality and sentiment was wonderful. What heart and love you have within you. Sending you healing energy.
Oh Gracie, what a smile! You continue to inspire everyone that know you, and many that don't. Loved the video. Loved seeing you nodding your head; loved seeing the warmth and the love of all those that surround you there. Sending warm wishes from the Follies, and most especially from Dave and I . You continue to amaze us all with your incredible strength and spirit. Hugs from Cathie xxxxx
Love this!! Go Gracie!!
Another incredible moment. You all looked like you were having so much fun, and we had a great time watching you. Keep it going. Marc and Jane Reisman
Gracie, that was an AMAZING video! I loved seeing you in it! HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY! Love, Julia Corr😍
Fabulous! so much fun to see Gracie inspiring and starring in the rap video. I have a feeling there will be many more.
Love it! You are on a mission; I love the smile and I love the determination. You are in my prayers day and night, Gracie, and I send so much love.
That was awesome!
Bob and I love your beautiful smile and determination. We hope to come see you soon -- maybe when you get back to SB. Love you lots, sweet girl!
Wow that is amazing and Gracie looks so beautiful. What an incredible group of people at Craig Hospital. You can tell they truly love Gracie and love what they do. You are in great hands Gracie Love the Andersen's
Seeing this makes my heart smile. Grace, you continue to amaze and inspire all those around you. Hope to see you in Santa Barbara soon! Amy
You will always be our princess! Love, Gerrie
Spectacular! Love it! Great fun! Was so happy to hear you were nominated - you deserve it! xxoo
That's was wonderful to watch! Grace you look marvelous and I love seeing you up & out! Keep up the good work sweetheart! We're ALL praying for you!!
Very cool! Keep on going.
Awesome video! I loved the whole vibe! Love, Peggy
Gracie, you are surrounded by so many people who love and care for you and at Craig, your staff certainly has your back. Your video was a lot of fun to watch! Bob and I look forward to hearing you are back home again. I continue to pray everyday for you, your parents and your sister; and send you positive thoughts as I think about you.
This just was the best! Gracie, I am so glad I got to be there on this special day and see some of this in the making! You are the most beautiful person and I am so happy that I had the opportunity to visit with you on this special day and participate on the sidelines. It was fun! Gracie, what can I say...except, that you are so special and I am so proud of you. Lots of love, Carol and Harvey
Gracie! That is so fun! I think you have done Eminem proud! The lyrics, the staff, the swagger are all on point! You are the most Fairest Princess of all!
You are looking better and better, Grace. Keep on trucken.
I love the video. It is great and way cool! I can't wait to show it to my daughter who is also a music lover. You can see how much you are loved there. You look great and you are so strong. Our prayers continue to up for you and your family. The Martin's
What an awesome video Gracie! You have quite a team there at Craig Hospital. Looks like you are well loved and taken care of there! You are such an inspiration❤️❤️❤️