I almost missed my flight. I'm a firm believer that I'll be late to my own fucking funeral when the time comes...I didn't used to be that way...I'm working on it though...
Metro yellow line was a joke. They were single tracking because of some problem. First they had us get on one platform, then they had us running to the opposite platform at the last minute. That could have been disastrous. }:( The signage to find the counter for United was confusing, I must have looked a mess, because this lady asked me if I wanted a wheelchair, I told her no and just proceeded to walk it off. [I was shaking and soaked, but I made my flight.]
The hotel check in went really smoothly. The Westin also has smoothest internet hookup for hotel rooms I've seen yet. I loved that they had the CW and TNT. I missed having my HBO and AMC though. I saw everybody's Q & A. Everybody's. Next time, I'd love to get a photo op with Chad. I really enjoyed his Q & A, it was my first time catching one of his in person. I was kind of disappointed that Creation held the Yes and No contest while people were at photo ops, but I realize they had to keep the people who didn't sign up for photo ops occupied. I think next time if I'm able, I want to try my hand at that too.
I'm sorry Alona Tal couldn't make it, I wanted to finally meet her as well...Maybe another SPN con?
A lot of the SPN cast have a way of making photo ops really entertaining. Rick Worthy is definitely one of them. ETA: I'm floored that he's actually following me back on Twitter now. He's the first SPN cast member to do that. <3
I loved watching the Shut Up Dr. Phil ep with everyone that was awesome. I also got to sign a card for Jared and Genevieve Padalecki who are expecting a son in March.
I went to the BBB concert. [BBB is short for Brian Buckley Band btw.] I had an amazing time. I'm so glad I went. It was my first time going to see them live. We got to hear some new songs too. I'd love to see them perform live again. Creation has been cracking down a lot and I had an aisle seat, I've also been something of a clutz lately.
Next time I think I'll try to bring my camera anyway. I also think having a tote or a mid-size purse might be another smart thing for me to consider. I came alone, so I didn't have someone to really watch my stuff consistently. I'm getting off track though. Brian and Mike signed the CD I bought. I also finally got a BBB T-shirt, I can't tell you how ecstatic I am about that. I wish I could get one of those wristbands too. That would be awesome!
I also got a surprise I didn't expect at all... Jared Padalecki was at the show and he was running back and forth so much at one point, I thought he'd left. Anyway, Mike was signing my CD and Jared asked me if I was at the show. I said, "Yeah. I loved it. It's my first time seeing them live." He said something else I don't remember. [I'm sorry, but I'm lucky I could put a sentence together. I was just that nervous.] Then, he held up his hand for me to high five him. [I'm saying this with love and a bit of awe...His hands are huge.] I hesitated I guess for a split second, because I was in disbelief. [He gave me puppy dog eyes for a minute...and I was thinking to myself...I'm not going to leave you hanging, I'm just in disbelief at you is all...] I don't know what the expression on my face was, but I was in a happy state of disbelief, if that makes any sense. I smiled and did high five him. [His hand was warm and kind of moist. I remember this distinctly.] The crowd was crazy, so it was easy for me to disappear after that. [My knees had turned to gelatin and I wanted to sit down without looking like I was swooning.]
Karaoke...That was crazy. There are pics all over.
Again, carrying stuff with no bag is a pain in the ass, if you come alone to a con. Do not do this.
I wanted to sing, but I wasn't sure how to sign up...I think maybe I'll get up the nerve to try next time. The crowd surfing tripped me out. I didn't actually get to help pass anybody until Mark Pellegrino jumped off the stage though.
Highlights: I don't know the woman's name but she sang a Roxy Music song that Grace Jones covered. She is my shero.
Mark Pellegrino singing AC/DC's Big Balls.
Brian Buckley singing
Guy Bee singing AC/DC Dirty Deeds
I also did the photo op with the Karoke Kings. I ran down at the last minute, because I forgot my ticket. Then I had to take off my jacket and unclip my phone and lanyard. Richard being Richard said, "That's a lot of disrobing for something that's only going to take a couple of minutes." I laughed and I think I apologized too.
Sat 10/22/2011 -
I don't know how I woke up in time for the first Q & A, I honestly don't. The first SPN con I went to, I missed the first day. If I can avoid it all, I try not to repeat that same mistake. I missed catching Corin last year and I grew up watching him, so I was determined to catch him this year.
I'm not going to break down all the Q & A's here, as most likely they are all available online if you know where to look. If you don't know, send me an e-mail and I'll let you know where to try.
I loved the advice Amy Gumenick had to give on acting. I also loved the fact that no matter how many times someone was on the show, there were always questions for them. Questions ranging from future projects, or return appearances, to even hypothetical questions. I loved how Matt Cohen and Richard Speight Jr. would go up and down the aisles. I also loved the story Richard told about how the first Karaoke party went and how after that, he made sure they were a lot more lively. This is what I love about participating in all three nights of a convention.
When Richard was signing for me, he asked if I was having a good time. I emphatically said "Yeah." and nodded. I don't know if he thought I was just being polite or what. I really did have a good time though. What he probably saw, was my contacts having been in too long [my eyes were prob. so red it was embarassing] and me looking a bit tired and overwhelmed, which means I probably need to get out way more than I do.
I loved the music vids. Some of them prompted me to go looking for new songs and bands to put on my iphone.
Sebastian Roche and Mark Pellegrino's Q &A...smdh lol Poor Taylor may as well have just put her hands over her ears when she saw them coming and not taking them down 'til she saw them leave.
I was bummed I missed the film pitches. Some people came up with some pretty cool ideas.
Misha's panel...He ran a bit late because he was stuck in traffic. As far as him being rude...I think that depends on one's perception. I didn't think he was, but that's just my opinion. It was my first time actually meeting and talking to Misha and I'm glad I finally got the chance to. I do sometimes find it hard to tell when he's joking or not though, like when he said he liked my earrings, as I was leaving his autograph signing. I did say Thank you though.
My fave costumes of the costume contest: Veritas and the suicidal teddy bear.
SUN (10/23/2011)
I was silver again at this con, just like I was in NJ..., so I wasn't at the breakfast. Next year barring the unforeseen, I'm going gold...Not sure about Vancouver 2012 yet...Anyway, back on track.
I didn't tape this time, because I was seated right on the aisle, and I was terrified of getting kicked out. It was just way too stressful to contemplate. I'm always amazed at how people still find ways to get clips up and online. I know it's against the rules, but I love how the clips make those that can't attend for whatever reason feel like they're there. For the longest time, I wasn't able to attend and the clips were all I had. I can see both sides of the debate though, needless to say I'm more than a bit conflicted.
Getting off track yet again...Sorry.
The Jensen photo ops were first...I didn't mean to open my eyes that wide, but I was trying so hard not to blink and I already knew their schedules were tight. What's amusing is Jensen can't even see my face and he kind of looks like he's trying not to laugh. As for why I didn't move in a little closer,...I was afraid of seeming to touchy feely and it was my first time meeting him, so I wasn't sure what to expect. As it turns out, I had nothing to be nervous about.
My photo with Jared and Jensen...let me explain the expression on my face...
My favorite Queens of the Stone Age song was playing. [It was all I could do to keep from dancing and singing...] When I finally got up to them, I exchanged "Hellos and How are Yous" and everything. I was feeling absolutely no pain and all I could think was please don't let me blink or accidentally pull a Lilith. I wish I'd gotten the chance to talk more to everyone there, but we already know how that goes.
A fandom where one or both of the leads actually come to the conventions...How rare is that? I never thought I'd actually see it.
My photo ops with Jared...[Yeah, I ordered two...] Ok the reason I ordered two is because I couldn't make up my mind to just do the standard pose or make a silly face with him. I absolutely love it when he does that and I wanted something to make me smile at work when I'm all stressed or bummed out.
Funny story behind me trying to tell the women who were taking the tickets and Jared what I wanted without freaking everyone out [I don't think I saw anyone else do that. smdh]...I was babbling a mile a minute to the girl who shows you where to stand. I only caught her name once and I can't remember it to save my life...[Stress does that to me. :( ] Jared heard me babbling and asked if ? was giving me any trouble...He looked serious, but I knew he was playing...The people that were looking on were probably wondering what was wrong with me or knew exactly what was wrong with me. I was all nervous and my heart was jack hammering in my chest so hard I thought it was going to break through. So, I'm shaking my head at him...[I think it was as much to clear my head as for anything else. I wanted so badly to say...I love the interaction I honestly do. I love you more than my luggage, but they will not be pissed at you for holding things up, they will be pissed at me. So, really quickly I explained that I had bought two photo ops with him and what I wanted. I think somewhere I threw in a please and a lot of head nodding, because I think we were told we had two minutes or something to take the shot. I don't know how Jared understood what I said, because I'm pretty sure everything I said came out one long sentence. What he did in the silly face shot is exactly what I saw in my mind's eye and I didn't get all detailed with what kind of silly face [2 minutes], so that kind of freaked me out a bit. The second shot,...I had it in my head not to squeeze, so what did he do? He surprised me with the hug in the shot [I'm not sorry....I'm just not.], so again, I'm not standing quite as close as I probably should have been.
Jared always floors me. Always. [I'm sorry this second photo looks so washed out...Still working on getting a scanner and Photoshop and stuff, but I keep getting thrown curveballs....Anyway, back to Chicon 2011.
Jensen's autograph signing...He said "Hi" and asked me how I was and I did the same in return...I figure at that point all the faces kind of run together, unless it's someone who has been to like every con...so I wasn't offended. I wanted to say and/or ask so much more, but I knew the drill, so I kept it moving.
Jared's autograph signing. I said "Hi" to Jared and told him my name...I tried...really I did, but I just can't with "Babe" not even from him. I'm sorry. He said something while he was signing, but I just couldn't catch all of it...[For being able to complete a sentence, I guess there had to be some consequence, right? lol ]
I think the jist of it went like this
Jared: Ternell?
Me: Uh huh...
Jared: I'm sorry I don't have more time to talk to you.
And then he winked...
Me: That's ok. Thank you a gazillion times... [I can't believe I said that aloud, but I did. Dollars to donuts I bet everybody at the autograph table was cracking up. I can't contain my dorkiness for shit.] And then I hurried up, got out of sight and sat down before my knees gave and I faceplanted or something horrific like that.
Guy Norman Bee...I want to bring something to have him sign at the next convention I hit. His are among some of the cast members tweets I enjoy.
I'd also like at some point to work up the nerve to say hi to Clif, but I'm still not sure...They had stills of him at the con, but obviously he doesn't sign while he's working...I follow him on Twitter too though.
Come to think of it, I think I follow pretty much all the SPN cast and crew that tweets. lol It's one of the shows that I enjoy just that much. Sorry I took so long to post about this. It was definitely a blast and one of those experiences I'll never forget.
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