Holidays & Vacations

[eshalda]

Adieu one and all, see you in just over a weeks time. I know James is left in very capable hands (be gentle with him.)

[devil-may-care]

Aug 23, 2011 15:22:05 GMT jacqui said:

So nice of you DMC to think about my well being ;D dam you

I aim to please. ;D ;D _{As James will soon find out.}


Have a wonderful time, eshalda and Afar!!! ;D Remember we all want to see pics! ;D

[dit]

Lucky people, off to foreign climes. Enjoy!

[devil-may-care]

Ok, question... I'll be wearing the Tevas in the following picture when I'm on holiday. Which shade of polish goes better? At first I was sold on the blue, but the pearlescent purple has been growing on me over the past few days. Decisions! Decisions!

I am not packing nail polish and remover, so what's on when I leave will be it. ;D

[meimichan]

Aug 26, 2011 17:27:20 GMT devil-may-care said:

Ok, question... I'll be wearing the Tevas in the following picture when I'm on holiday. Which shade of polish goes better? At first I was sold on the blue, but the pearlescent purple has been growing on me over the past few days. Decisions! Decisions!

I am not packing nail polish and remover, so what's on when I leave will be it. ;D

As much as I love purple...the blue. Definitely the blue.

[laurrra]

DMC, just keep one foot purple and one blue, looks well cool ;D

[devil-may-care]

Aug 26, 2011 18:58:42 GMT laurrra said:

DMC, just keep one foot purple and one blue, looks well cool ;D

Amazingly, I had thought of that. At Dragon*Con, no one will even notice! ;D ;D

[pie]

Hehe, I would've said purple. Just to make things difficult. ;D

[devil-may-care]

I wasn't exactly sure where to put this but I just got word that there is going to be a panel at Dragon*Con (where I'm going next week) for Top Gear!!!

Top Gear
A chat about this long running BAFTA and Emmy award wining comedy show that has a unique take on all things mechanical.

But they don't say who's going to be on the panel!!!!

Ah! Ah! Ah! Ah!

[meimichan]

Aug 26, 2011 20:04:47 GMT devil-may-care said:

I wasn't exactly sure where to put this but I just got word that there is going to be a panel at Dragon*Con (where I'm going next week) for Top Gear!!!

Top Gear
A chat about this long running BAFTA and Emmy award wining comedy show that has a unique take on all things mechanical.

But they don't say who's going to be on the panel!!!!

Ah! Ah! Ah! Ah!

TAKE PICTURES!!!!! TAKE VIDEOS!!!!! TAKE ME WITH YOU!!!!!! OMG!!!!!

And if it turns out to be the guys from American Top Gear, assassinate whoever arranged it.

[devil-may-care]

This panel is being put on by British Media Track, so if American Top Gear is there, murders will ensue.

I heard that Richard and his family are in the States. What are the chances?? ;D ;D ;D ;D

Apparently when I register at the Con, I'll get all the particulars about panel guests. *fingers crossed*

[devil-may-care]

Sorry this is a bit loooong! These are all the panels they're running:

The Pandorica Opens: Welcome To Brit Track
The New Year brings change as the BT programming! This panel discusses these changes and introduces the staff along with this year’s topics to you.

Welcome to Anglotopia
Anglotopia.net discusses the many aspects of their website and what they can offer to all Anglophiles.

Inside the Actor's Gaffe: Gareth David Lloyd
An interview with Gareth David Lloyd discussing his acting career including Torchwood, Blue Gillespi,and new series Red Faction.

Doctor Who Canon
Experts examine the Canon of Doctor who and its elements that make up what we really know about the world of the Doctor.

Torchwood: Miracle Day
A discussion of the new series "Miracle Day" and its impact on America.

Doctor Who: The Tom Baker Years
A talk on all things Tom Baker and Doctor Who.

British Film: Examining the British Director
From Edgar Wright to Terry Gilliam to Hitchcock, this panel examines the works of the greatest British Film Directors of all time.

Brit Pop
Needcoffee.com’s "The Sound Board" breaks down the complex & evolving UK music scene and discusses why Brit music is so popular on these shores.

Doctor Who: Davies vs. Moffat
A discussion looking at the entire new series of Doctor Who through a comparison between producers Russell T. Davies and Steven Moffat.

The Mind of Gerry Anderson
A look into the world of Gerry Anderson, from Space:1999 to Thunderbirds.

Brit TV You Should Be Watching...
Have friends who don't know why you like Brit TV? Want more to watch? This panel shares information on the shows you should know about.

Gay Themes in Doctor Who
Doctor Who has broken traditional walls of SF by acquiring a following in straight and gay communities; here we examine this idea.

The Man, The Myth, The Legend: Christopher Lee
A look at the body of work of British Actor Christopher Lee.

Monty Python
A celebration of all things Python, from skits, to sing-a-longs, to chats on what they are doing now, including their new Animated film.

The World of British Audios
A discussion of all British Audios, including Doctor Who, Torchwood, Sherlock Holmes, Robin Hood, and Blake’s 7.

Time Lord Ethics: The Doctor as Meddler
A psychological discussion by experts on the topic of the ethical code as applied to the Doctor and his “meddling.”

Martin Landau: The Space 1999 Years
An interview with the great Martin Landau and his experiences on Space: 1999.

The Light Fantastic: The Worlds of Terry Pratchett
This panel discusses the many worlds of Terry Pratchett including this newly released “Going Postal.”

British Costuming Pagent
This panel is where creative and talented costumers strut their stuff and explain how they constructed their amazing outfits.

The Doctor Who Universe Experience
Actors talk about their experiences working on Doctor Who Universe based shows.

Everything Neil Gaiman
A discussion of all things the Gaiman; from The Sandman Series to Neverwhere to Coraline.

Life on Mars / Ashes to Ashes
A chat about the two shows and their similarities and differences that makes us wonder: “what’s real and what’s not?”

Villian's Ball / Doctor Who Episode Showing

Brit Night at the Telly
What could be better than watching British television on a Saturday night? No need for PBS here!

Rainbow Flag Party
Outlanta Con celebrates the LGBT community. DJ and Cash-Bar. Party Begins at 9:00pm.

Red Dwarf
Space Core Directive 34124 clearly states that everyone must attend today’s panel. Catch up on the newest rumors about the new series of Red Dwarf.

The IT Crowd

Doctor Who Classics
The show that started it all; Doctor Who the Classic Series. Be there, or we’ll send the Nimon after you!

Outcasts
A discussion of the future set science fiction series recently aired on BBC America.

Primeval
Portals to the past are opening everywhere, and creatures formerly extinct are coming through! Discuss the changes in the show, and what’s to come!

Celtic Doctor Who Music with the Ken Spivey Band
A high energy, Celtic music and comedy show recounting an evening of sharing drinks with the last Time Lord.

Needcoffee.com Vs. The Whoniverse
Needcoffee.com gives a critical analysis & a broad survey of opinions about Matt Smith’s 1st season as the Doctor and the return of Torchwood.

The Mighty Boosh
A verbal journey to the Zooniverse, The Mighty Boosh and its unique humor is entertaining us all.

Torchwood Live Audio Commentary with Gareth David-Lloyd
Gareth David-Lloyd speaks as you watch one of his favorite episodes in this live audio commentary.

Merlin
This panel is a review of new popular series, Merlin, the man who raised King Arthur.

Stetsons are Cool: Doctor Who New Series Review
It’s all about Season 6 with Steven Moffat and Matt Smith as the eleventh Doctor. A talk about what was loved and hated about it.

Being Human
Our three favorite flat mates: a werewolf, a vampire and a ghost are back and to be gossiped about; talk on the American vs. the British versions.

Steampunk Themes in Doctor Who
A discussion of how the world of Steampunk has influenced Doctor Who.

Luther and the Legacy of British Crime Shows
A chat on the show "Luther" and other British Crime Shows that inspire us and question the law.

Sherlock
Sherlock Holmes is a character that has lasted for generations. This panel examines the many versions in British media including the newest series.

Top Gear
A chat about this long running BAFTA and Emmy award wining comedy show that has a unique take on all things mechanical.

British Science Fiction Literature
A panel that talks about everything you wanted to know about classic and contemporary British SF in Literature.

What's All This Then: The Next Wave in British Media
New series of all types have made a mark on British media this year. But what’s coming next?

Everything Doctor Who
Like a giant Gallifreyan gumbo, anything and everything goes at this panel. If it's Who, it's here!

So Long and Thanks for All the Fish: BritTrack Feedback
A fond farewell, shed no tears, we need to look dignified. End the year giving the BritTrack feedback!

[meimichan]

......I suddenly wish I was going, just for the Sherlock and Top Gear panels.

[Vivienne]

I looked on the list and didn't see any of them mentioned. I know you're going. Where did you get the info?

[devil-may-care]

Here's their website:

www.brittrack.org/index.htm

Yes, meimichan! I definitely want to hit the Sherlock panel as well. ;D ;D

[aeromanda]

You must give us all sorts of details about the Top Gear panel!

[dit]

I am insanely jealous! That list of attractions is one of my ideas of heaven!

[liverbird]

Good job we are all here to look after James while you all go galavanting across the globe....

We'll keep him occupied :-P

[heymysock]

DMC, three more days!

I've been hearing about it all over the place and am totally jealous.

I didn't know they had a Brit Track there! I would have gone just for the SciFi stuff and the Skeptic stuff and totally missed the Brit stuff.

I'm sure we'll all be expecting pics immediately upon your return!

And I have to say, Blue polish is the way to go. ;D

[adrianmay]

Aug 26, 2011 20:04:47 GMT devil-may-care said:

I wasn't exactly sure where to put this but I just got word that there is going to be a panel at Dragon*Con (where I'm going next week) for Top Gear!!!

Top Gear
A chat about this long running BAFTA and Emmy award wining comedy show that has a unique take on all things mechanical.

But they don't say who's going to be on the panel!!!!

Ah! Ah! Ah! Ah!

I HATE YOU, I HATE YOU, I'M JEALOUS, I HATE YOU....

Are you running this panel?

[devil-may-care]

I suppose if the person running the panel becomes mysteriously ill, I could step in!


Yes! 3 days! Well, more like 2 and a bit now. I cannot wait!! Camera is packed along with extra sd cards. Ready!

I guess they've had a Brit track for several years. I'm going to try to get to the Sherlock panel as well! ;D

And final decision.... going with the blue! ;D

[pie]

Guess where I had dinner tonight.

The Cross Keys!!

...in North Yorkshire. ;D But it's been the best pub I've been to so far. Huge meal and really nice people!

[Vivienne]

I found out yesterday that the modem Verizon told me would work in Europe won't. The young lady sold me the wrong one and it wasn't a "Verizon" store. It has Verizon all over it but it's like a sub contractor. We have a call center here in town and luckily I got a resident who told me if they don't rectify the matter Verizon will. I'm sorry to rant, but if I had gotten over there and not been able to use a secure modem, for bank stuff, etc, I would have been royally pissed. Friday our call center will tell me what to do. I'm glad I didn't wait until a week before I go as they suggested!

On another note, Richard hasn't posted for about 5 days, maybe he is going to Atlanta.

Maybe Cross Keys is a franchise and there are several in the UK!

[aeromanda]

I'm still in Atlanta at the moment. We're goin to spend the night here and head off to FL tomorrow. Today we went into the city and saw the Margaret Mitchel house ( the apartment where she wrote Gone With the Wind) then we went to the aquarium. It is the biggest aquarium in the world and they had three whale sharks there. Then we went and saw the Coca Cola museum. The coolest part was trying coke products from around the world. Some of them were just awful. It was a good day even though I have been feeling a bit under the weather.

[devil-may-care]

At this time tomorrow, my plane should just be touching down in Atlanta! ;D Butterflies Butterflies Butterflies ;D

[jacqui]

have a fab holiday DMC ;D

and anyone else who is travelling on their hols ;D

4 months 3 weeks 5 days to mine not that i'm counting or anything ;D

[devil-may-care]

I'm on the plane & heading for southern climes!!! ;D ;D ;D

[eshalda]

I was on a 'plane last night heading the other way, home that is. Had a fantastic holiday, very hot all the time, lots of good company, fantastic food etc. I really didn't want to come home to face reality, and all the washing. i am now going to catch up with what I've missed on the JMB while I've been away.

[dit]

Pie has just had what seems to have been an enjoyable afternoon/evening here in Blackpool. When she said on the JMB that she was planning to see Blackpool Illuminations switched on I thought it was only good manners(!) to invite her to meet up, so we had a wander around the town and Promenade, and went on the beach, something I haven't actually done for a fair while (even though I miss being near the sea when I'm away from it).

We had fish 'n' chips at a prizewinning chippy, then went back to the Prom to wait for the Lights to be switched on, which caused a "Wooo!" and a round of applause from the assembled multitudes. The Tower has been done up, and the light patterns on the top are very impressive. Then we drove (very slowly) along most of the length before she set off back to her hotel in Derbyshire.

It was really good to meet another Mayhemer, especially one from the other end of the world, and I hope Pie enjoyed chatting to someone with an interest in James and a good working knowledge of driving in Blackpool! Enjoy the rest of your stop in the UK, Pie!

[eolise]

Oh that's sweet, Dit! Did you take any pics? ;D