See you there...

[tofunugget.livejournal.com]

They wait.  They listen.

For nigh on a year they've been locked behind thick, gray walls.  Locked away from the light.  No longer do they remember how it feels on their cold, cracked skin.  No longer can they recall the sweet sensation of the light making each feather a golden beacon as they spread their wings in freedom.

They wait.  They listen.

They do not remember the sound of each other’s voices.  Without the light, it is not safe for them to gather together.  They have spent the last year shoulder to shoulder with those who have never known the light.  Those without pointy ears peeking from beneath their hair, or dusty light sabers hanging from their belts, waiting.  It pains them.

They wait.  They listen.

They begin to wonder if it was all a dream.  Was there ever light?  Was there ever beauty, truth, joy?  The feathers fall from their wings as some lose hope, resigning themselves to life behind the thick, gray walls.

But still they wait.  They listen.

Even as hope wanes, their eyes occasionally seek the small windows set high in the walls for signs of the light returning.  Even as they come to know that their hopes are useless, they will not let go.

They wait.  They listen.

And they hear it.

They feel their bones shake with anticipation, with the primal memory of what approaches, even as the walls around them shake and begin to crumble.  Eyes that have seen nothing for hundreds of days are filled once more with fire as the gray succumbs to the light pouring through the high windows.  Light sabers hiss to life.  Battle axes swing free.  A man cries, “FLAME ON!!!” and becomes a glorious beacon of fire.

Pushing through the crowds of those with sightless eyes, they gather to where they feel the light approaching.  Some ride in flying police boxes.  Some point their wands and cry “Apparo!”  Some swing from the ceilings by sticky strands of web.  All in their own way, they gather upon the fated spot.  Faces and voices that had forgotten one another, now drawn together by something beyond words.  The rumbling grows louder, then ceases.

The silence is shattered by two great, metal fists crashing though the wall.  It crumbles to reveal two giant robots standing bathed in the light they all finally remember.

They’re done waiting.

They surge forward into the light, feeling it kiss their golden faces under the open sky once more.  And as their hearts remember the name of the light, they raise their voices to it as one…

Dragon… Con…

See you there.

2010 Trek Track Update

[ladyvalkris.livejournal.com]

Woo Hoo!!! Finally some movement on the Trek Track website.

Ladies interested in participating in the Ms. Star Trek Universe Pageant, information is now available at: http://trektrack.dragoncon.org/rules/

The actual tentative schedule isn't up yet, but apparently it will be soon.

I may have pouted and whined about the lack of information, however I steadfastly support Garrett and company's attempt at continuing the legacy of the Star Trek portion of D*C being one of the best at the convention.

See y'all soon!

Best Time to Pick Up Pre-Registration Badge

[redneckotaku.livejournal.com]

I have heard the lines are horrendous during Thursday and Friday for Pre-Registration pick up. Is there a good time to go pick up your registration during those days (where the line is under 45 minutes or so)? Should I try at 10 PM on Thursday night or just wait until later Friday and spend most of Thursday and Friday seeing Atlanta itself? Thanks for the thoughts on this.

Cancer-Schmancer: Helping Sandra Slay the Dragon Auction is still running

[rayhne.livejournal.com]

And probably will be until DragonCon or until all items are sold. We still have an Eliot bookmark, a Soldier of Fortune t-shirt, an autographed script (by the (former nBSG) writers) of Mark Sheppard's last CSI episode, some very nice Mark Sheppard/Romocentric mugs, and several autographed photos by ST:D9 actors. At this time we have raised (via donations and auctions) enough money for her air fare and membership but still need money for scooter rental and food, plus a little spending money would be nice.


Donations

Auction

Store

Avatar the last airbender cartoon

[tonyalittegirl.livejournal.com]

is there going to be an avatar the last airbender cartoon group my son loves this show and i would love to get his picture with these characters.  if you are cosplaying anyone from this series could you let me know maybe we could met somewhere and my five year old can meet you and take your picture.  It would be a great birthday present for him he is turning five september 3rd.

speaking of sky bridges.....

[paidiraiompair.livejournal.com]

 Does anyone know if the bridges from the Hilton to Marriot and then the Marriot to the Hyatt are all on the "same floor"??  In other words, to make the three hotel journey, does one have to go up or down a floor to get all the way across??

Ticketmaster gift card for sale

[pixiekingtom.livejournal.com]

I was saving this to purchase the D*C tickets, but that's gone bust, so I am currently selling $150 Ticketmaster gift card for $100
Please PM me if you're insterested (I live in Utah, land of no entertainment, unfortunately)

3 Downtown Atlanta Hotels to Close

[wiebke.livejournal.com]

FYI, from today's AJC:

Three metro Atlanta hotels to close, change course

"The Wyndham Garden Hotel and Baymont Inn and Suites on Piedmont Avenue are expected to close sometime during the middle of August while Marriott's Renaissance Hotel on West Peachtree Street has announced it is laying off 142 employees in anticipation of closing later this year."

For more go to article online or look under the cut. Also, see a map showing the hotels, all close to D*C, here.

( Full text of article )

For Sale- Star Trek TNG Costume Ladies size 8-10

[kaerracia.livejournal.com]

I have posted a pic on my page under "Costume Items'. Its hand sewn, one piece. It zips in front and fits ladies approximately size 8-10. Please ask for any details and I will try to provide. The badge in the pics was initially not to be for sale, but let me know how bad you wi ll need it and I may just throw it in! Costume price $50 including shipping. Did you see that Dragon*Con is attempting to set a world's record of the most Trek costumes in one place? Its a great time to get your hands on one. Thanks for your interest. Is it September yet???

Reminder about public parking

[rabidchyld.livejournal.com]

If you are driving to Dragon Con and planning on parking in a public parking deck, be mindful that the rate of break ins has increased over the last few months.  Please protect yourself and don't leave anything in your car.  I mean nothing..really.  Some damn fool broke into my car for an empty back pack last month at a parking deck in the area. 

Favorite things for idiots to steal:

chargers of any kind (cell phone, ipod, you name it)
GPS systems
ANYTHING resembling a back pack or laptop case
luggage
purses

The last thing anyone wants is to have to come back to their car with a busted window.  It really sucks.  Be safe, friends, and have a great time  :)

No Abney Park for D-Con 2010

[soulsend99.livejournal.com]

Not sure if this will open a large can of worms or just get brushed aside.  I found what seemed to be an official post by Robert Brown (Abney Park front man) that states "Its Official: Abney Park will NOT be performing at Dragon*Con this year".  I was kinda under the impression that AP was a staple band (like Cruxshadows) at Dragon Con.  With the ever growing size of the Steampunk community at DC, Abney Park would seem like a no brainer.  Could someone maybe shed some light on this for me.  Before someone throws out "possible schedule conflict"  You don't get that impression from Robert Brown over at facebook.  It would seem to be a Dragon Con decision.