I'm Not So Much A "Selfie" Guy...

 I'm not so much a selfie guy. It's not that I dislike selfies, per se, but my mind does not go to "I'll take a selfie" when I'm in a situation where many do think, "I'll take a selfie." Then they do.

A few weeks ago, I ran into several friends at FanX, Salt Lake's own comics convention. Thankfully, one of the friends is a selfie person so she snapped a picture of all that were gathered.

I'm glad she did.

This particular selfie brings me a lot of joy. These are theater friends. I've been in shows with them, been cast in shows by them, and spent many many hours together. When you do a show with a person, you share experiences, share art that's relayed to an audience. There's a bond that exists and grows stronger the more shows you do. It's hard to explain fully.

The picture reminds me of those times, the long rehearsals, tech weeks, opening nights, the run, then closing nights.

Like I said, I'm not a selfie guy. Maybe I should try to be. The pictures bring back some wonderful memories.

Next Thursday, Friday, And Saturday...It's Where You'll Want To Be

 It's the most wonderful time of the year.

Sure, you'll most likely hear that at a different time of year, and I do agree that the holidays are hard to beat, but for me and tens of thousands of others, September in Salt Lake City can give the holidays a run for its money.

It's FanX time!

Ten years ago, we had nothing like FanX in Utah. Many/most had never attended a comics convention in their life. I know I didn't. Sure, comics conventions have been taking place for decades, but not where we lived. That changed in 2013 and I'm so glad it did.

Next week, I'll be at the event. My station? That narrow neck of land separating the southwest section from the northeast section, If you're familiar with the event, you'll know that location where the two main sections meet, is a stage. That's my baby. This year, we've got bands, dancers, fighters, musicians, a comedian, and even a magician, and many more. 

If you're going, stop by. I'll be there all day Thursday, part of Friday, and part of Saturday. I'd love to see you. Plus, you'll see some of the state's best talent (me excluded...). 

It's almost time. Can't wait!

And So...The Craziness Begins

I watched from my office this morning as the sun rose in the east, the reds and oranges intensified by smoke from distant fires. Red dawn in morning signals--at least, for me--the beginning of a crazy time of year. 

In the next seven weeks I will have participated in the state's largest comics convention, and completed yet another season of scaring the crap out of people. Throw in the fact that both events are either fifty miles or seventy miles from our home--yes, it's busy, but I love it.

I've participated in FanX since its inception (2013). I've worked as a panelist, a vendor, and most recently, part of the programming staff. The people involved in the convention are the best and they treat me so well. I'm looking forward to this year especially. We have some great talent performing on the vendor floor stage so if you go, you'd better come check it out.

As far as Lagoon's Frightmares goes, I have not been a part of it since its inception. I was late to the party, but ever since joining in on the fun, I've returned each year, covid year not included. This year's Séance show is new. I could elaborate, but I won't...it's new. Come see it for yourself.

The craziness ends on Halloween. November will be slower, at least, that's the plan. It's a birthday month for many in my family and hopefully we can celebrate those days. It's also a month to give thanks for everything we have. 

Yes, I'm about to start a marathon that ends in seven weeks. 

Bring it on!