AlienChangeling Posted June 14, 2012 Share Posted June 14, 2012 I have a convention this weekend, but not much to do at it - there's a LOT of big names at it so everybody gets a couple shots at being in the limelight. My BFF is also going to be there, and we've really started bonding lately. I've used PM around him to good effect, usually in Portmanteau, though I also have it UN. Normally at a con I would use PP, and since I feel a tad bit slighted by the con chair, am tempted to slather in that, but then I don't want to put off BFF, who is also a star - literally - in his own right. He's also a bit frazzled since he's the toastmaster for the convention, AND will be shooting an episode of his TV series this weekend, and has flatly asked for my help - among other things to keep an eye on his pre-teen daughter who wants to come. (Mama doesn't much care for the cons.) So I want something that doesn't compete with him, and helps him relax - but I want something that'll make the con chair (and publisher) sit up and take notice. HELP! I need to know by tomorrow afternoon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queen of Swords Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 What do you have to accomplish there? Swimming With Sharks doesn't sound like a bad idea to me if you're interested in helping someone if they have professional aims at a gathering such as that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queen of Swords Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 Now that I think about it he could probably use some Swimming With Sharks as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queen of Swords Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 Whoops, this is Mara's territory, sorry if that causes any problems. I keep clicking on Recent Topics without looking at the subforum name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calii Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 Well...I think you should stay with the PP you are most comfortable with Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eggers Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 Isn't PP a non-competitive mix? It says something in the description about it tempering other people's jealousy when you're "in the spotlight". Maybe put a little on BFF - you two can be a star team! Good luck this weekend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synergist Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 I agree with PP being a pretty safe bet - I don't think it takes away the limelight from anyone else necessarily, for me it just makes me popular and makes everyone get along, but not in a way like everyone is hanging off my words and ignoring other people. I'm intrigued now, I wish you could tell us who your BFF star is!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlienChangeling Posted June 15, 2012 Author Share Posted June 15, 2012 (edited) OK, I will just go with PP. I'm intrigued now, I wish you could tell us who your BFF star is!! Oh, I can. This guy. Dr. Travis S. Taylor, star of National Geographic Channel's Rocket City Rednecks, rocket scientist and NYT-best-selling author. ETA: if I had had a brother, and had gotten to choose who, it would be him. Edited June 15, 2012 by AlienChangeling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synergist Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 Oh, that's awesome! A scientist star, that's even more neat! He looks hot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlienChangeling Posted June 15, 2012 Author Share Posted June 15, 2012 (edited) LOL yeah, he is, but: 1) I'm happily married, 2) he's happily married with 2 kids, 2a) me and hubby and he and wifey all get together and do stuff, 3) I'm older than he is (by an undisclosed amount). I suppose hypothetically if he and I were both single I might try a cougar move on him but I doubt I'd get anywhere. I'm not his type and the cyst from hell surgery and resulting hormonal dearth has done a bit of a number on my looks. I'm quite happy having him for a dear friend and adoptive family. The funny thing is that he is my bff, but one of the guys on the show is his bff, bc they've known each other since elementary school. But he knows he's got a loyal friend in me, and he appreciates that, and reciprocates. He and I have written several books together and we have an ongoing collaboration on some projects. We think a lot alike and are interested in the same things, so our collaborations are pretty good. He's been trying to figure how to get me on the show but I am unskilled with power tools. That seems to be a prerequisite for their projects, lol. ETA: and it's the other way around. I'm not helping HIM get someplace in the career, HE is helping ME. He's my writing mentor. He's just snowed this weekend and needing me to be there to back him up for stuff. Edited June 15, 2012 by AlienChangeling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synergist Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 LOL yeah, he is, but: 1) I'm happily married, 2) he's happily married with 2 kids, 2a) me and hubby and he and wifey all get together and do stuff, 3) I'm older than he is (by an undisclosed amount). I suppose hypothetically if he and I were both single I might try a cougar move on him but I doubt I'd get anywhere. Oh I wasn't necessarily thinking for YOU my dear But point number 2 puts a dampener on that hehe Still, IMO nothing is hotter than a cute, power tool wielding scientist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowflake Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 I would chose PP. With this, I always got nice reactions from men and women, it never disappointed me. Wish you a successful weekend. BTW: He looks very handsome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raq On Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 (edited) What is BFF? Best friend's friend? Boyfriend's Friend? I never know what these are Cheers to you AC, you'll be great! Edited June 15, 2012 by Raq On Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missdarlyncherie Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 Best Friends Forever? I get FB's mixed up. Never know if people are talking about their Fuck Buddies or FaceBook or Full Bottle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyvey Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 MDC, I died. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinnamonmel Posted June 15, 2012 Share Posted June 15, 2012 yowww! He's hot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlienChangeling Posted June 16, 2012 Author Share Posted June 16, 2012 (edited) LOL Yeah he is and he's a lot of fun. BFF=Best Friend Forever. We were on a panel tonight and it was absolutely hysterical by the end, BUT IT MADE SENSE! It was videotaped and will be up on YouTube later. I wore Elementary 2010, PP, and just the baaaarest dab of OCCO White. ETA: In case you can't tell, that's a rocket he's working on in the photo. Edited June 16, 2012 by AlienChangeling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synergist Posted June 16, 2012 Share Posted June 16, 2012 Oh! I'll be stalking this thread for the youtube link! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowflake Posted June 16, 2012 Share Posted June 16, 2012 Oh! I'll be stalking this thread for the youtube link! Me 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synergist Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 Sooooo.... how did it go?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlienChangeling Posted June 18, 2012 Author Share Posted June 18, 2012 (edited) Man, it really went great! I'm going to end up with at least a scene or two in the final version of the TV episode - they filmed part of the show at the con, so since I was helping him, they got a couple scenes of me interacting; and they want to interview me for inclusion also. (YES, I mean the Rocket City Rednecks TV show! NOT the YouTube videos!) I'd be walking along and hear my name and turn around, and somebody from someplace else (often that I didn't even know but who recognized me) would come running through a crowd to hug on me. I had people coming there especially to see ME. I got multiple compliments about how great I looked. And when you have the editor in chief of a big publisher come up and introduce himself to YOU instead of vice versa, and when later that evening after a private single malt tasting party to which you've both been invited and at which he's quizzed you about the science in your novels, he bends low over your hand and murmurs, "Enchante," and when a famous Hugo-winning writer and a famous multi-Hugo-nominated artist sit with you into the wee hours, chatting, it doesn't get much better, you know? I'd say in general, congruence was reached. Edit for terminology fail. Edited June 18, 2012 by AlienChangeling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synergist Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 Wow, that's fantastic! You're going to be a star!! Oh, you have to give us a link to the episode when it's up, pointing out who you are I'm envious! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eggers Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 AC! I'm so glad this went so well for you! How fantastic for you! It sounds like all your hard work is paying off. I'm thrilled for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cinnamonmel Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 Yay! Glad it went well. Can I just say again...yowwwwww. Clone him. Seriously. I'll take one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calii Posted June 18, 2012 Share Posted June 18, 2012 Woo hoo that sounds fabulous !! I am really happy for you Did you stay with the PP ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOC Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Hey AC! Congratulations! Please let us know when the episode will be shown. BTW, your BFF is HOT! I have to tell you that I searched for his photos!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raq On Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 Best Friends Forever? I get FB's mixed up. Never know if people are talking about their Fuck Buddies or FaceBook or Full Bottle. Snorted! LOL! full bottle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlienChangeling Posted June 19, 2012 Author Share Posted June 19, 2012 (edited) Calii, yes, I stayed with the PP. Occasionally when I thought about it, I'd apply some Topper before leaving the house but am afraid to carry the glass bottle in my purse. It's big enough to take a hit and break, whereas the smaller rollers are like lipstick tubes. I've thought about getting a metal refillable spray bottle but am not keen on my decanting abilities. Late in the day I'd refresh both my fragrance and my PP, so the fx stayed strong. Yes, Trav is hot. If he and I were single, I would likely go cougar on his butt. (Or not. My experiences with making the first move back in my dating days were distinct and obvious failures.) But we are both happily married and I am not going to go messing with what we've got. He has been known to make some Freudian slips when he's talking and I'm in the audience, though. And when he's on a panel and I'm in the audience, I'm one of the people he will focus on. When we are on panels together he tends to sit next to me. All in all I'm happy with the relationship. Edited June 19, 2012 by AlienChangeling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowflake Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 AC, happy to hear that everything went so well for you. Congratulations! PP was a good choice, wasn't it? As for my experience, this phero mix always works consistantly well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlienChangeling Posted June 20, 2012 Author Share Posted June 20, 2012 Yes. For public appearances like that, PP is my go-to. I just wasn't sure how Trav would react to it. He was extremely positive, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Synergist Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 It's great to have a place like this where we can come and get useful advice on things like what to wear to an important event - and then hear how it played out afterwards. It's like having a bunch of girlfriends or sisters on hand Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlienChangeling Posted June 22, 2012 Author Share Posted June 22, 2012 Yesh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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