SOAPnet recently sat down with the head writer of Guiding Light, David Kreizman (pictured). Here are highlights from the interview:

SOAPnet.com: Congrats on the Daytime Emmy nomination. What was your first reaction?
David Kreizman: I was actually surprised by the nomination this year. I didn't even know it was nomination day until I arrived at the studio that day. And we were in a meeting, so I didn't find out until a little later. Of course, it's always nice to be recognized, but it's a strange year for writers. I think we're all still healing from the strike.

SOAPnet.com: Can you sum up your thoughts on Guiding Light in 2007? It featured the 70th Anniversary episode, which fans seemed to love. Any other highs or lows that stand out?
David: It was a real transition year for us. We knew the new format was coming, so we were always working toward that. I'm very proud of the Find Your Light campaign that Ellen [Wheeler, executive producer at Guiding Ligh] started. I spent a few days in Mississippi, and it was a very emotional experience for everyone involved. I had a great time writing the anniversary episode.

I kept putting it off and then finally locked myself in a hotel room with books of Guiding Light lore to write the script. Losing Tom [Pelphrey] and Stephanie [Gatschet] was difficult, but I think we got some great story by telling the tragic end of Jonathan and Tammy.