Writing this entry on the Oxford Tube, as usual. Although I went to work today, my productivity was far below normal. Still transitioning out of the liminal space that was BiCon.

So, yeah, BiCon. Wow. Most excellent! I'm not sure that I could do it justice in a linear narrative... so I'll just fire off a list of impressions, instead. Here are some of the many things that rocked my BiCon 2009:

  • Meeting lovely new people for the first time.
  • Meeting lovely not-so-new people again.
  • An awesometacular "Fun & Games" workshop that did indeed deliver on the fun.
  • An unexpected moment where I was informed that somebody thought I was "tasty tasty" (although, alas, they were too shy to tell me other than anonymously through a messenger)
  • Sunlight -- and lots of it!
  • Learning that certain scary things really don't scare me.
  • Dancing with [livejournal.com profile] nunnehi until the Friday disco ended.
  • Being complimented (together with [livejournal.com profile] nunnehi) for being the "divas of the dance floor."
  • Personal growth and progress.
  • Hugs. And kisses.
  • Learning that there are lots of cool people to hang out with in Oxford!
  • Dressing up in pretty clothing (and horns).
  • Watching other people dressed up in pretty clothing.
  • A marvelous hour long massage from a very talented woman.
  • Watching a certain someone special as she moved on the dance floor.
  • Amazing private time in my room with absolutely wonderful people.
  • Wearing the fantastic dalek tea cosy that [livejournal.com profile] bammba_m made for me as a hat.
  • No drama!!!
  • Making the right choices for myself and for my loved ones.
  • Lovely anniversary chocolate and card from [livejournal.com profile] darkfloweruk for my anniversary with [livejournal.com profile] bunnypip.
  • Forming a kickline to The Impossible Dream on Saturday night at the BiCon ball...
...and, speaking of the BiCon ball, the theme for this year's costume was "Crime & Punishment". I went as the Joker and had an abso-friggin-lutely amazing time! This was made possible by three factors. First, there was the costume -- clothing based on Jack Nicholson's Joker with a wig based on Heath Ledger's. Next, there was the makeup, expertly applied (over the course of an hour) by my beloved [livejournal.com profile] cheshcat. Third, and finally, there was the attitude, channeled by me to bring it all to life! The combination was effective -- most people didn't realise it was your friendly neighborhood Nomad underneath it all![*] I can't show the energy and attitude here on LiveJournal... but here's a still shot that [livejournal.com profile] pilot_moondog caught in mid-laugh:

HaHAhahaHAhaHAhaHAhaHAHAHA!!!!


Final mark: A++ Can't wait for next year's BiCon... and I very much hope to see loads of the lovely people that I met there between now and then! (And a warm welcome to all the new people who have just joined my f-list, too!)


[*] The lack of eyeglasses probably helped disguise me. It also meant that I spent the entire evening being unable to see more than two feet in front of my face. I don't think I've ever been outside without my glasses for as long as I was this weekend for at least twenty years!


From: [identity profile] uberredfraggle.livejournal.com


That outfit was so scary!!! It was lovely to meet you. :) Hopefully see you soon.

From: [identity profile] jadesfire55.livejournal.com


A+ on a) the costume, b) dalek tea cozy and c) kickline to The Impossible Dream?? Ha ha!!

From: [identity profile] fire-kitten.livejournal.com


Learning that certain scary things really don't scare me.

I *so* agree.

must overcome the urge to keep thanking people who opened up about the things that work for them, and were so generally cool.
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From: [identity profile] xmakina.livejournal.com


Your costume looked amazing. And those little red spiral things you wore throughout the day really suited you.

I'd have chatted more at the ball but I was terrified you'd ask me if I knew how you got those scars :P

Can't wait to meet up again :D

From: [identity profile] sweetcyanide.livejournal.com


'Tis always lovely to see you and your amazing bounciness :-)

And yay for the costumes! And the dancing! There's no way I'm missing next year.... :-D

From: [identity profile] bethanthepurple.livejournal.com


Did NOT recognise you! Minus the glasses you really do look very different. Eek!
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From: [identity profile] prolificdiarist.livejournal.com


It really was a most excellent costume!

Huggles

From: [identity profile] stormdog.livejournal.com


You make quite the joker! I certainly wouldn't have recognized you; not that that really says anything in my case. But fantastic costume!

From: [identity profile] tartful-dodger.livejournal.com


And um... it was me who called you 'tasty tasty' ...

*blush 'n' run!*
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From: [personal profile] nitoda


s c a a r y .... so glad I didn't even try to go to the Ball this year!

From: [identity profile] acelightning.livejournal.com


That disguise is completely amazing! It would take someone highly aware of nuances of voice and/or body language to identify that as you. And I know what a pain it is to achieve perfect whiteface - ask Alex ;-) Predictably, I love the purple tailcoat - is the blue "vest" just a false front attached to the jacket, or a garment in and of itself? (I suspect the former, given how the pocket handkerchief is made of the same fabric.)

From: [identity profile] winewiskeywomen.livejournal.com


Old friend; that photo brought a smile to this one's time-ravaged face. Well done; well done!

From: [identity profile] snork-maiden.livejournal.com


The outfit was impressive indeed! I think you managed to confuse many people. I look forward to talking to you more in future. x

From: [identity profile] friend-of-tofu.livejournal.com


That is a seriously AMAZING outfit - I wouldn't have recognised you from the photo! Well done sire, very well done.

From: [identity profile] wolfpeach.livejournal.com


OMG! You poor thing! I hope that this resolves itself with minimal discomfort & intervention, & soon. Have been thinking of you all afternoon since i heard. <3

Hooray for NO DRAMA!
Hooray for cool new Oxfordians!
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