So.

I’m back from what was easily my best STLV experience to date.  I’ve got a bit of the “post-con malaise,” but not nearly as much as previous years.  I attribute this to the incredible healing powers of spending 5 glorious days in the company of my squad.   As much as I love seeing so many of the wonderful cast members that have meant so much to me over the years, as fun as it is making new friends (and I made A LOT this year), and as pleasant as it is walking into that convention hall and seeing so many familiar faces and getting that feeling of “home…” None of that compares to the joy I experienced just being in the company of some of the most badass, funny, insightful, and genuinely kind women I know.  

It was my absolute honor to have this time with you.  We shared some very powerful moments and we laughed a lot.  These are memories I will cherish for a lifetime.  Some people don’t understand why Trekkies flock to these events, year after year; well, this is why.

Now, it’s back to “Real Life” and each of us individually creating the changes we wish to see in the world.  We’re artists and educators and advocates, and we all have greatness inside of us.  Time to project that greatness.  Though we have differing passions and projects, together our goals weave a tapestry for a better future for humanity… You know, IDIC.

Chin up.  Tits out.  Let’s go.