http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog The (temporarily roughly bimonthly) show is all about childfree news and social issues, as well as defending Adult Spaces from improperly socialized kids, parents, and Disneyfication. Also a glimpse into Chris\'s childfree life, currently somewhat curtailed by chronic fatigue syndrome. Wed, 01 Oct 2008 03:21:30 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en My last day is October 15. Everyone was very nice about it. It feels entirely odd; I've never quit a job without having already lined up my next job or school or a massive move. It's the health thing. I've now been fighting this thing for 20 months. ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/09/i-quit-my-job-today/ I think I earned the name "Steampunk Ambassador" for all the times I explained "about all the goggles this year" to people. ;) Here are the photos of my costume's final version from other people's Flickr sets. If you know of/took other photos of my costume, please ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/09/dragoncon-pics/ Audio blog, totally unedited. Here's what's up. Costume pics and next podcast episode next week. CF http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/09/state-of-the-chris/ Here are some pictures of this year's DragonCon costume. Per the experienced costumer's tradition, I always test the whole ensemble before the event. In this case, I discovered 2 breakages which were easy to remedy at home but would have been difficult in Atlanta. League of Justice-Minded Citizenry, beware! The ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/steampunk-catwoman-trial-run-pics/ So a few of you have mentioned that episodes keep redownloading daily in your podcatchers. Juice and Feedburner and Google toolbars seem to be affected. This should be the last post in the twittering category, as I have turned off the daily tweet digest on the blog. If ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/finding-feed-gremlin-twitter-posts/ Endocrinologist nice, 1 lab in the morning, but not expecting a real lead from it. She was so sorry+concerned 4me I started nearly-crying. # @mightymur Damned skippy, be proud of that! Very "RRarrr!" kinda gal you're raising. Keep it up! # Bat SPOILER question: was I the only person who was sure ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-21/ Step one in trimming a hat: Get cats out of room. Step 2: get box of feathers off highest shelf.... # Henry off to taiko. Time for file transfers, backups, and oh yeah, finishing my costume for next week... I really should finish up... # @Gutshot The mind boggles, sir. ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-20/ Good day!Overdid walking around Union Square wBrian, but worth it.Met interesting group on train.Watched CodeE episodes on uTube.Sleep now. # @jrblackwell I would charge, because they are my product. Also, photos can't promote the photographer's other work in that context. Ask'em. # QOTD: "Be your acts legal or illegal, nosy neighbors are ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-19/ No, I haven't podfaded. Check the "blogging" entries (link on the right sidebar) for the explanation. Note: while this podcast always has an "explicit" rating, this Adult Space discussion is not entirely safe for work in most cube-type places. http://dragoncontv.com/ really fun video shorts- Brian, thanks for the intro! http://www.idoNOTwantkids.com a free ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/tascf-ep058-minxpolyamoryweekly/ Hello, week! I met your cousin last week, and he told me all your tricks. So don't even bother trying anything. # QOTD: "My geometry teacher's dead. They've still got someone subbing for him in case he comes back." - Jeremy Hughes # Cleaning minions running, breakfast toasting, and I'm nearly off ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-18/ QOTD:"No intelligent man has any respect for an unjust law.Nor does he feel guilt over breaking it. He simply follows the 11th Commandment." # -Robert A. Heinlein, "To Sail Beyond the Sunset" # Congrats to all PPA winners! Off to FM w H. I want the anime series Code E to ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-17/ Hoping H will say those magic words tonight: "It's Friday, let's go out." # Everybody on No-NME-4Us con, it's time to gather at the bar!!! # Awake. Preparing to go see Batman. Yes, I am last to see it. Also Anime club tonight which means new manga4Chris! # QOTD: "Every culture gets the ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-16/ @comics_grrl I'd say Buckaroo and Perry should meet, but distance+territoriality... besides, foolishness expands logarithmically. # @susanz I can't wait to see it! Skirt became more fun+complicated, mask to go in final materials. LEGO Bats trailer inspiring me now. Squee! # @SFEley Good luck on the interview! # There's a Dunkin Donuts within a ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-15/ @Cheyennewright Hrmmm,,, an Arcane Times Podcast? :) # Hrm, residents aren't supposed to make noise during quiet hours, but the gardeners can run loud power tools before 9am. Grrrr.... # QOTD: "Beach smells? Don't poke among the pebbles." -Sappho # No-NME-4Us con, opening panels: Slippers v sockfeet? Is stopping 4 junk food on ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-14/ Oh, and jury duty letter today, too! Now totally demotivated for podcast editing tonight. I want a hug. And chocolate mousse. And a nap. # And an airship-- with a personal masseuse-- and a giant fresnel lens apparatus with which to Make THEM PAY!!! But I'll settle for the nap. # @WhatTheCast ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-13/ @cunningminx I just heard "and now a message from Chris Fisher" while listening to podcast PW#157 with H. Yes, I am behind on everything. # Woken by thumpy-thumpy bass, I managed to bang on floor with tennis racket with opening my eyes. This is not a skill I wanted to develop. ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-12/ Good morning, week. You and me, we're gonna be BEST friends. # QOTD: "When somebody tries to tell me what to call myself in all uses just because they come to some decision at a cocktail party... # ... to which I wasn't even invited, my mama raised me to tell ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-11/ QOTD: "Every turkey has its THanksgiving, man/" _ Jumper, a 16 year old urban nomad. Me: Awake, fever, dizzy. # Powered by Twitter Tools. http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-10/ Not all errands accomplished. Head swimming and chills and general wanna cryness. Collapse time, I'm thinking. # Awake after <4 hours sleep... sinuses suck. Going back to bed in ~2 hours, I think. This is not helping me normalize my sleep schedule. # QOTD: "Stand on a chair to read+if u ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-09/ (cross-posted from my LJ, but I thought people here might want to know) And yes, the next podcast is coming out soon, just as soon as I'm done with this lovely bug my husband brought home... So, the CFS specialist I saw in LA about 2 weeks back... This was a ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/review-of-the-fatigue-specialist-visit/ @evo_terra When/Where is the P&P party this year? # @cunningminx The heartbreaking thing is the amount of litter in the theater at the end. I recommend not looking down as you leave. # QOTD: "The pH of women's sweat is similar to that of pure water, while men's is akin to acid ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-08/ Succumbing further as Henry mends.Feeling surlier as more wretchedness sets in. Even chocolate sounds awful right now. Nearly out of Nyquil. # I just woke up at bedtime. This is not so good. Everyone with me luck with tomorrow-- test results time! # Call w specialist: Labs show thryoid+adrenal low-level dysfx, ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-07/ Awake again. String of fire will not dislodge from throat. @jasohill, is this the spore of the legend of Mothra? # Awake. Day 3 of Couples Sickness week begins. We're on our 4th frozen can of juice and have polished off the soup I made before I succumbed. # QOTD: "Until u ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-06/ @comics_grrl I feel the same way... I've been thinking about taking up drinking; this clinches it! # @PodCulture *soothing back-patting* I'm so sorry. That really sucks. Anything we can help with? # @PodCulture Part of it must be the rush factor- everyone updating at once. New product to this market... yeesh. ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-05/ @cthulhim Oh, then just scrape most of them off. Easy. Leave a few for PT's enjoyment if you want, but prevent the pop. explosion. # Chicken marsala delayed yet again by sick Mr. Kitty's need for chicken soup and by my laundry. Now I'm tired out. Just one of those days. ... http://gettingby.net/blog/nfblog/2008/08/chriss-twittering-on-2008-08-04/