Star Wars Celebration 4

May 30th, 2007 at 2:51 pm (Uncategorized)



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It was a VERY long day at the Los Angeles Convention Center, but it was very cool too. It was like the Con over in Plano that we’ve been to a couple times, only much much bigger and with some better entertainment. Our little Yoda backpack came along for the ride, with a special job as water bottle holder… which turned out to be a godsend.

I could have done without the crowds, long lines, etc… but it was still a blast. Whoever was in charge of putting things where must not have been taking their medication, because things were a bit of a mess. The exhibition hall (which has the coolest stuff) was amazingly cramped, while the store and fan area looked practically sparse. And why were the R2 builders crammed in a little room. The convention center was huge, but poorly utilized.

Saw the one man Star Wars show, which was a laugh riot. Killed a few hours watching fan films (more Pink 5 please). Ended the day with Carrie Fisher, who was amazing.

All in all a great time, just wish it was in Dallas so I could have split the day up with a nap at home. Even better, how about having it at the Gaylord Texan here in Grapevine, which is huge and right at the end of town. Hmm?

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California Vacation

May 30th, 2007 at 2:40 pm (Uncategorized)



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Originally uploaded by FlipSide3.

Bridget and I went to California last week to celebrate our anniversary of our Star Wars Wedding and the 30th anniversary of Star Wars itself. We have a friend in Huntington Beach who graciously let us stay with her. That was great and her house was very nice.

I did have fun, but will be paying for being a mister grumpy face. I’m not good on trips, and driving around Los Angeles didn’t agree with me. I was really happy when we got back though… but I guess that doesn’t count.

The Star Wars Celebration 4 shindig was really neat though… more on that in a bit.

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