Progress, yay, and a few thank-yous

[lady_karelia]

To-Do List:

- Finish patchwork for the music skirt PicSpam will follow later.
- Cut fabric and sew
- Write the Audacity how-to with links post
- Beta
- Search for Indian grocery store in Memphis Found two, yay! And no less than seven Indian restaurants, too, w00t! Friday will be shopping day.
- Record some more voice for the P&Q story Not complete yet, but am getting there. And I'm actually not unhappy with it.
- Cut and sew next cloak. At least I don't have to cut the pattern this time, so won't take as long. And no pockets either. Or maybe pockets? *ponders*
- Think seriously about the next episode of Shrimpcast. Done! The next episode will likely be bigger than usual, but considering that the one after that is just a couple of days before people leave home for Phoenix Rising, I feel a big episode two weeks before is the better idea.
- Go to Post Office to chase package that is somewhere in TX when it really should be with its rightful owner.
- Write fic. I doubt I'll get to that today, but alas. Tomorrow is another day.
- Talk to friends about PR stuff.

Talking of Shrimpcast, I'm now indulging in some squeeing.

*squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee*

It has been a tremendously fun ride, right from the start. But what absolutely overwhelmed me is the level of support I've received. Just from the website alone, we've had now over 300 downloads not including iTunes. A few thank-yous are in order:

Pansy Vanilla, whose identity I cannot reveal yet for reasons that will become obvious in the next episode, who simply rolled her eyes when I said "Let's do a podcast to shorten the time until Phoenix Rising," pulled up her sleeves and started recording.

kimberly_elf, without you, I'd still be stuck trying to upload the first episode. And you've been there whenever I needed hand-holding.

dragonsinger954, one of the first to comment kindly on the podcast.

elseinane and kimberly_elf, who willingly humoured me and recorded the snippets for the Zodico competition.

pennswoods, who not only pimped us in her own LJ, but went as far as mentioning us on an episode of Spinner's End.

ofenjen, who is as enthusiastic about Shrimpcast mentioning all the crafty creativity as I am. The Winner of the hpcrafters_pr Challenge will be announced on both the LJ and on the next Shrimpcast episode. Take a look and cast your vote - you have until Saturday. ofenjen has also made the pretty icon for me *points at icon*.

lezlishae and dragonsinger954 who have stirred up the rumours that have been feeding The Spy Report.

Dorkboy, who willingly slipped into the role of Mr Patil in one episode and what's-his-name in another.

Little Man, who thought being heard on a podcast would be cool.

And last, but by no means least, a heartfelt thank you to all the authors who recorded chapters of their own writings, so us fangirls can hear them for real. Every single author I asked, without exception, without me resorting to Imperio has humoured me. On that note, let me squee some more, because, well, I've heard the author reading of the next episode. *grins smugly* I promise awesomeness.

And if I've forgotten anyone, please let me know so I can add them.

All the above has led to more planning of mischief, which will be revealed in the near future.

Comments

[blue-paris.livejournal.com]

'w00t'? Ar3 u sp3ak1ng 1n l33t n0w?

[lady-karelia.livejournal.com]

Of course ;-)

[ellaselenelupin.livejournal.com]

I'm glad Shrimpcast is such a success. I must admit that I really don't have enough time to listen to it; every time I try someone disturbs me. *grumbles*

[lady-karelia.livejournal.com]

LOL. RL can be bitchy. Three weeks!!!!!!!!!!!!

[kimberly-elf.livejournal.com]

::blushes::

It's been amazing fun to help and participate and listen!! Seriously, this was such a cool idea and sooooooo well done--you have every reason to be very proud and please with the results!! Please do not hesitate to ever ping me if there is anything more I can do to help!

So, um, when does production resume for Terminus...??!?!?!!

[lady-karelia.livejournal.com]

I'm sure I can think of a bunch of questions for you, LOL!

Erm... I think a few random episodes as stuff happens, then, maybe from February/March, bi-monthly episodes again. It's all in the air still, a lot depends how busy the forum boards and communities become and how soon... However, I'm knee-deep involved in a new podcast *grin*

[hogwartshoney.livejournal.com]

Yay you! And a buncha thanks for all your hard work on the many Shrimpcasts. They're fun to listen to, and all the different accents *snort*

[lady-karelia.livejournal.com]

Yeah, it was sheer luck that this Lingomagus gal joined me *snicker*

[ofenjen.livejournal.com]

Yay you! Go, busy girl, go!

BTW, I enjoyed Little Man on SC. My own LM is 9 and has a theory that Harry will die in book 7 and marry Moaning Mytle. He admits "it's not a very good theory, but no one else has said it!"

[lady-karelia.livejournal.com]

Oh, I lllllove his theory! It's so unique! Mine doesn't have any theories. He's convinced, though, that Snape will die. And everytime he mentions it, he adds, "And mum will be so saaaaad," and breaks out into maniacal laughter *snort*.

[ofenjen.livejournal.com]

I love when they pick up on stuff like that. I have a minor Sirius obsession, which makes my entire family just roll their eyes. Heh.

[gardengirl6.livejournal.com]

Yes, pockets in the cloak. No matter who it's for! Pockets are essential.

Your scarf is not forgotten! I've just been very bogged down by life.

Hugs!

[lady-karelia.livejournal.com]

I get the hint, ROFL! I'll start on yours after PR. It'll be way too warm to wear in summer (as is the scarf, I'm sure), so I think if we both aim for sometime in fall, it'll probably work out fine.

[droxy.livejournal.com]

LOL- you poor dear. I managed to borrow a cloak for the parade.

[lady-karelia.livejournal.com]

*phew* that's a relief! I'm glad to read that the parade is on, after all!

[dragonsinger954.livejournal.com]

Awww *blushes* thanks :) *Hugs*

[lady-karelia.livejournal.com]

::squints::

icon lllllllllllurve!!!

[dragonsinger954.livejournal.com]

Hehhee Icon by Ofenjen :D