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| Wednesday, April 30th, 2008 | | 12:24 am |
CostumeCon 26 Rocked! Too tired to say much, but I've never had so much fun while working so hard. ![[info]](http://p-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif) johno and I stage managed all three major competitions as well as helping with load in of the fashion exhibition and the con suite. Despite having to get up early most mornings, we partied late into the night, meeting new friends and growing closer to old friends and acquaintances. Then to cap off a happy long weekend, Monday night I was the "stage crew" for the Mouse-kerade and I received the happy news that my "virtual" niece sidhedancer gave birth to a healthy baby boy. Wow. It was a wonderful, wonderful con and all the staff gave their all and worked their butts off - all for our beloved evil master kproche | | Monday, February 4th, 2008 | | 12:53 am |
My First Further Confusion
A few weeks ago, I went to my first Further Confusion and enjoyed myself immensely.
I admit, once upon a time, I thought Furries were a very strange branch of fandom and avoided them as much as possible.
Then I got to know some of the costumed Furries (well, at least their costumed personas) at BayCon and Silicon, and found that they were fun, lovable and friendly.
So, I decided to give Further Confusion a try and found wonderful costumes, friendly people, great parties and the best dances in Fandom. I didn't really make it to any panels, but I attended the masquerade, the Fursuit Parade, the San Jose Taiko performance and the Furry Night Live. All were marvelous.
I'm still not interested in dressing up in a fursuit myself, and I'm not into the artwork, but do I admire the skill of the costumers, performers and artists.
And I bought my membership for next year. I'm looking forward to the fun. | | 12:36 am |
Oh, my, it's actually real! When British talk show host, Graham Norton, mentioned this on his show, I didn't believe it was real. But while watching a recording of a Graham Norton highlights show, I decided to check out http://www.kittywigs.comIt's really there, click to enter and you'll see cats wearing the wigs. Be sure to read the page describing the package, a "special paw proof metal container." Indeed - to keep kitty from ripping it apart before you attempt to put it on him or her again. And then go to the "About us" page. Current Mood:  amused | | Saturday, January 5th, 2008 | | 11:13 pm |
Well, this seems fairly accurate Other than the fact that I barely know who Chris Dodd is, this poll reflects my indecision between the leading Democratic candidates, still undecided but leaning towards Obama. I must say that I don't like the fact that Rudy Guiliani scores so high. 94% Chris Dodd
87% Barack Obama
86% Hillary Clinton
85% John Edwards
81% Bill Richardson
80% Joe Biden
79% Mike Gravel
77% Dennis Kucinich
46% Rudy Giuliani
34% John McCain
29% Mike Huckabee
27% Tom Tancredo
25% Mitt Romney
21% Ron Paul
13% Fred Thompson
2008 Presidential Candidate Matching Quiz | | Tuesday, January 1st, 2008 | | 3:17 am |
Happy Birthday, dakron Hope you have a great day! | | Thursday, December 6th, 2007 | | 3:19 am |
| | Monday, October 8th, 2007 | | 3:02 pm |
Wow, that was unexpected, but wonderful johno has already posted about this, but I thought I'd post here too. Last night at the Stage 1 Awards Banquet, I receive two awards: The first was a shard award for Best Costumes, which was given to my friend Juli and myself for our work on Wizard of Oz. To be perfectly honest, we kind of expected to win. The second award was not expected: johno and I were given the Board of Director's Award for dedication, positive attitude and outstanding commitment to community theater. Oh, my. I was in tears and could not talk. John was barely able to get out our thanks. Every was up on their feet and clapping. All through the evening everyone was telling us how much they felt we deserved the award. When they announced the award they were describing the efforts done by the upcoming recipients "Costuming, dressing, costuming, ushering, first time actress, costuming, dressing, set building, photography. Juli knew when they got to the second instance of costuming, John knew I was getting the award after first time actress and when they got to photography, he knew it was for both of us. I was being totally oblivious until they got to photography. The first time actress mention totally went over my head. Wow, I'm still stunned. It's really wonderful to find out how much our efforts are appreciated. | | Saturday, January 13th, 2007 | | 1:21 am |
Opening night of Oliver! Well, I survived the first performance. Actually things went really well for me and for everyone. I remembered all my lines and remembered to sit up far enough so the audience could see me. I'm very tire but also very happy. Looking forward to sleeping in tomorrow. Current Mood: happy | | Monday, December 18th, 2006 | | 12:40 pm |
Christmas list
I'm not fishing for gifts - I really have all I need. But if you were planning to buy me a gift and have no idea what to buy, you can find a short wishlist of things for a variety of prices on Amazon.com. To find my wish list, go search for my name with the apostrophe or search by my email. There are other Chris and Christina O'Halloran gift lists out there, but you can be sure you are in mine because I've included the fact that I live in Fremont.
Other things I'd like: interesting cookbooks, tea, restaurant or movie gift certificates, T shirts with funny says or images, tell me you are buying tickets to come see Oliver! (see previous blog for more info), world peace. | | Wednesday, December 13th, 2006 | | 11:39 pm |
More Theater Stuff Rehearsal the last two nights has gone pretty well - we've got the basics down, they just need a lot of refining. I did my dying scene as Old Sally tonight and just forgot one little bit of line, but I got the movements and the dying right. My other character is a balloon seller. I brought balloons tonight and tied them to the sticks I've been practicing with until now. Kids and adults alike were delighted to see them. We also rehearsed our bows for the first time tonight and I get to take a bow with the supporting characters, as well as one with the chorus! For more info: Stage 1 Theatre( Here's two images of a postcard with info about the show: ) | | Tuesday, October 24th, 2006 | | 1:10 am |
I thought I only had a couple of lines...
but actually, it's a whole page of dialog. Ack! Oh well, I'm sure it will be OK. | | Sunday, October 22nd, 2006 | | 11:45 pm |
Wow, I got a part!
One of the producers of Oliver! called me up today to let me know that they were offering me the part of Old Sally! So, I only say a couple of lines and die, but, really, that's the kind of part I want. I have no desire to get a big part with lots of lines to learn and lots of rehearsal time. Woo hoo! | | Monday, October 16th, 2006 | | 11:52 pm |
My first time Today, for the first time ever, I auditioned for a part in a theatrical production. Stage 1 Community Theatre in Newark is doing Oliver!, and I decided to go for it and try out for a part in the ensemble. I've costumed for them several times and I've been a dresser and an usher, but the only time I've been on stage was in a church Christmas play. I was terrified, but I made it through it and everyone at the theater said they were proud of me for being so brave. It's nice working with such a supportive group. I think the singing part of the audition went OK, but the dancing, not so good. We were taught a "simple" dance routine and while I could remember the moves, I couldn't get my body to move fast enough from one step to another. After going though the routine several times, I was exhausted and dripping with sweat. I thought a year of Taiko had me in better shape, but I guess I still have a long way to go. If they give me an ensemble part, I'm going to sweat off some pounds. I'll find out for sure by next Sunday. It was worth going through it just for the experience, no matter what. If anyone else wants to give it a try, they are holding more auditions tomorrow night, 7-10PM, at Newark Memorial High School, Newark, CA (right across from Newpark Mall Shopping Center). Current Mood: pleasedCurrent Music: Consider Yourself (in my head) | | Monday, October 2nd, 2006 | | 11:32 pm |
Human Rights There's a meme going around right now that says if you don't post the text they offer, you are not supportive of Gay rights. Well, I support gay rights. I support everyone's right to do anything that doesn't harm some one else and someone else's relationship, be it straight, gay, poly, bi or whatever, does not harm me or anyone else! However, I'm writing my own post because I don't like the tone of the original post - post this or you are against us. On the other hand, as filkertom says in his post, I also believe it is wrong to remain silent and let others rights be taken away, especially in this day and age when the current government is taking away all our rights. Another Lutheran once wrote: "First they came for the Jews and I did not speak out because I was not a Jew. Then they came for the Communists and I did not speak out because I was not a Communist. Then they came for the trade unionists and I did not speak out because I was not a trade unionist. Then they came for me and there was no one left to speak out for me." - Pastor Martin Niemöller, 1945 | | Monday, September 18th, 2006 | | 9:48 pm |
Nearest book meme Gacked from fr_john"Mayhew crawled after the stunner. rolled over, and fired. The mercenary slumped, and the nimbus of the bolt took Miles dizzily to his knees."'Definitely better to catch them asleep," Miles mumbled. "Wonder if there's anymore like him -- her --"" from Warrior's Apprentice by Lois McMaster Bujold Instructions: 1. Grab the nearest book. 2. Open the book to page 123. 3. Find the fifth sentence. 4. Post the text of the next 4 sentences on your LJ along with these instructions. 5. Don't you dare dig for that "cool" or "intellectual" book in your closet! I know you were thinking about it! Just pick up whatever is closest. 6. Tag five people. If you read this, consider yourself tagged. | | 9:26 pm |
Considering its a much higher number today It's my birthday today - but this quiz says I act much younger than I really am: | You Are 27 Years Old | 
Under 12: You are a kid at heart. You still have an optimistic life view - and you look at the world with awe.
13-19: You are a teenager at heart. You question authority and are still trying to find your place in this world.
20-29: You are a twentysomething at heart. You feel excited about what's to come... love, work, and new experiences.
30-39: You are a thirtysomething at heart. You've had a taste of success and true love, but you want more!
40+: You are a mature adult. You've been through most of the ups and downs of life already. Now you get to sit back and relax. |
| | Thursday, July 6th, 2006 | | 1:50 pm |
Happy 21st Birthday Chaos! chaoswolf turns 21 today! Let the earth tremble with fear! Seriously, have a great one and don't drink too much tonight! Getting a little drunk can be fun, but hangovers are a bitch. But hey, you can do what ever you want now (within the law of course), so don't pay attention to me. | | Saturday, June 17th, 2006 | | 1:14 am |
Starship Meme ( Baaa! ) Current Mood: amused | | Monday, May 1st, 2006 | | 9:46 am |
More birthday wishes! Happy birthday to redrobHope you have a great day and hope the night brings a bed to sleep in! and Belated happy birthday to mrobliviousHope your day was great - I know it started with a very loud screech! | | Friday, April 28th, 2006 | | 9:28 am |
Happy Birthday! To patoadam! Have a great time with your family today! |
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