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[rm]

Were you a Firefly fan when the show actually aired? Were you still in the fandom when Serenity came out? If so, I need to pick your brain, fairly briefly, about fan reactions to Wash's death, because I need to know sorta what went on in the fandom as support or a counterpoint to an abstract I'm working up. Comment below if I can bug you on this. Thanks. Okay, I think I'm covered, but if you volunteered I may be PM'ing you at a later date.

Are you going to be at Dragon*Con? Do you still need to get a copy of The Book of Harry Potter Trifles, Trivias and Particularities? If so, let me know. $12 each, payable there or via Paypal before the con. I will inscribe it awesomely, of course. I will not have extra copies with me, so if you want one, you need to let me know. YAY.

These photos are perhaps more of my ordinary life than I typically let people see, in that I am not at my best, even remotely. However:

I feel pretty awful today in terms of period/headache/cramps/pain.

Work.

Comments

[virginia-fell.livejournal.com]

That suit is stellar.

[hyrkanian.livejournal.com]

You can pick my brain. :) Watched the show and saw the movie on DVD as soon as it came out.

[eumelia.livejournal.com]

Ooooh, you're so gorgeous/handsome!

I love that tie and the head band, pearls and shoes are too good.

Will not be at Dragon*Con much to my disappointment.

[tommx.livejournal.com]

I find it vaguely unfair that you look better in a suit than I do. Then again, you look better in a dress than I would as well so I guess I shouldn't be too upset. ;-)

I was a Firefly fan back in the day and was still in the fandom when Serenity was shown. Pick away.

[schpahky.livejournal.com]

Both elegant and rakish. No sign of foundation garment photo fail, either.

[yendi]

Yes to the first two questions. It's safe to say that Wash's death -- as well as the overall craptastic movie surrounding it -- is the reason I'm a Firefly fan, but not a Serenity one.

My initial thoughts are here.

[thatwordgrrl.livejournal.com]

Yes to the first two -- and I am a fan of the film as well as the series.

[roy-batty.livejournal.com]

Were you a Firefly fan when the show actually aired? Were you still in the fandom when Serenity came out? If so, I need to pick your brain, fairly briefly, about fan reactions to Wash's death, because I need to know sorta what went on in the fandom as support or a counterpoint to an abstract I'm working up. Comment below if I can bug you on this. Thanks.

Bug away.

[lonebear.livejournal.com]

early fan, and still such.

I'd love the book, but will not be at Dragon*Con. :(

[rm.livejournal.com]

I've just plagued many many people, but maybe have a follow-up question for you depending on what they tell me. Thank you for volunteering.

Meanwhile, remind me re: book next time we're likely to run into each other, as that actually manages to happen from time to time!

[wordswoman.livejournal.com]

Y'know, if you could date yourself...you'd be a gorgeous couple! LOL. I love both looks, for entirely different reasons.

[51stcenturyfox.livejournal.com]

Me too!

I sort of want to see a photoshopped picture of both looks together. That would be an awesome journal header! :D

Duality and stuff. Plus, it would just be kind of awesome.

[jonquil.livejournal.com]

I'm in. In fact, I was part of a private Buffy-centered (later Whedon-centered) board at this date. I let the kids stay up for the midnight fan-only premiere screening; they considered this an enormous treat.

[blue-fjords.livejournal.com]

Dude, I loved Serenity. Also watched the show when it first aired and liked it, and have the DVDs. We went to see Serenity the day after I got back from Katrina work and I managed to stay awake for the whole thing (this was a big accomplishment as I basically slept for four straight days). Although I was not one whit involved w/ an online fandom for it, so maybe I don't fit.

I like both the dress and the suit! Awesomesauce!

[delle.livejournal.com]

my god. both of those looks are amazing on you!!!!!!!

I will be at D*C (most likely in one of too many costume) - I hope I run into you - would it be creepy or stalkery to see if I can swing by your panel on HP?

[rm.livejournal.com]

Not at all. I love to see folks and could use all the support I can get for my HP thing, as academic presentation = scaaaaaaaaaaaaary. Also, that panel is one of the few where (I think, I won't be sure until the pocket program comes out) that I don't immediately have to run to the other side of the con right after to do something else. And thank you!

[taraljc.livejournal.com]

I was heavily involved in the fic-writing side of Firefly fandom from January 2003 onward, and have... not exactly glowing thigns to say about "Serenity" (I saw both a preview screening, and saw it in theatres several times and he movie signalled the end of my Firefly fan-writing).

[saomigray.livejournal.com]

Since you mentioned Dragon*Con, would it be ok if I introduced myself after one of your panels? I don't remember which it was now, but there was at least one I hope to attend.

[rm.livejournal.com]

Absolutely! I'll be posting my final schedule when it comes out on Wednesday, and I'll also note which ones I have time before or after, as I'm scheduled very tightly in a few places.

Re: Photos

[these-3-remain.livejournal.com]

Hotness!

[bethynyc.livejournal.com]

Both looks are fantastic!

[valkyrwench.livejournal.com]

Both the suit and dress are fabulous, but really, it has a lot to do with the person wearing them both.

As far as Firefly, I'm an original fan - feel free to pick my brains (I think I have enough left), if you need more info.

[tsarina.livejournal.com]

Oh man, that moment in Serenity. Now if we want to talk about a show's creator being cruel and screwing with his fans, Wash dying could be construed as that.

[aynatonal.livejournal.com]

Dress looks amazing on you, suit looks incredible. Total elegance in either guise.

[thaddeusfavour.livejournal.com]

I love both looks! Dress = awesome, Suit = fantastic! I may lean slightly in favor of the suit, but then I've never been much for dresses myself. :P

I'm hoping to see you at Dragon*Con. And everyone else too, if we can manage it.

[rm.livejournal.com]

I am more partial to the suit too. I feel a bit like I'm in drag in dresses, but that's okay! It's fun to dance in though, very Ginger Rogers.

And yes, Dragon*Con. There will totally be meetings of our Torchwood peoples.

[britgeekgrrl.livejournal.com]

I love both the dress and the suit. You look smashing!

re: Firefly - alas, was not a fan until *after* Serenity was released and thus knew about Wash's death before I gave a crap about it...

[amand-r.livejournal.com]

I am loving that dress. Are you wearing a headband? That's fricking adorable.

[rm.livejournal.com]

A pearl headband, because I had to do something to soften up my hair that's too soft right now anyway.

[valancy-joy.livejournal.com]

chic both ways! :0)
(and zing! for the watch chain. I love them tho I don't know why!)

[logospilgrim.livejournal.com]

Goodness -both outfits look absolutely amazing.