lady_karelia

It's been a looooooooong and beautiful day, and I'm now sitting on the bed with a glass of Chardonnay in my hand and the computer on the lap, uploading pictures from the camera.

My day started early as I had arranged with kimberly_elf to meet her at a parking lot by the airport. The journey was uneventful, with fairly reasonable traffic, and we returned to Canal Street by about 8.30. Kimberly gifted me with a laminated version of my Zodico sig tag, over which I squeed much. Her Zodico flag is absolutely awesome!

blue_paris grumbled upon my return to the room because she'd overslept, but it really didn't matter. We set out to the Starbucks on the corner of Canal St and some other street, one where they accept Starbucks cards, and had breakfast there, which was rather enjoyable. Then we wandered around the FQ for a little while, checking out Urban Outfitters and a few other stores before returning to the hotel to do nothing for a bit. Later on, we went to the Sheraton again, met some more interesting people, and generally had a good time.

On the way to the Sheraton, I very briefly met ellaselenelupin, and I hope to get a chance to meet her properly. Her flight was royally delayed, which was really unfair, considering she had to travel a few thousand miles.

Yesterday's Lord Voldemort was today's Narcissa Malfoy, and what a gorgeous one she was. I admit I'm curious now as to who she'll turn up as tomorrow!

I set out with blue_paris to find a bite to eat, and just as we found a cheap and cheerful place, my phone rang, and the incredible happened. ( Wouldn't you like to know? )

I'm so giddy, I not only smiled at the bank teller but actually small talked with her. *shakes head*

Tomorrow.

In about 24 hours, I'll be on my way to New Orleans. ::iz very giddy::

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.

For all of you PR attendees who like the Draco/Hermione ship, there is a community to check out Phoenix_dmhg. Check it out, and if you're active in that part of the fandom, feel free to pimp the community.