Soda-Based Encounter
I was walking to breakfast with Mike when I overheard a couple of ladies behind me talking about Diet Dr. Pepper. A little buzz started in the back of my brain, but it wasn't until I heard "cut a bitch" (in reference to being without DDP first thing in the morning) that the buzz turned into a bell that caused me to turn and look at them. Sure enough, I immediately recognized Seanan McGuire* (singer, writer, artist extraordinaire**). I may have had a moment of speechlessness as she very patiently waited for me to start forming actual words instead of just making odd noises. (Things might have gone differently if she had been without her DDP.)
In short, I was excited to meet her - even briefly on the street - as I have been following her blog for years, have enjoyed watching her grow as an artist in general, and was sad that I wasn't able to make any of the panels she was on at the convention.
This photo was the result of being directed by Mike to "act like you like each other." This was the only one where it's not immediately obvious that we were also giggling madly.
Thanks, Seanan, for a fun encounter on the street fueled by Diet Dr. Pepper!
*If you've read her blog, you'll understand.
** If you're not familiar with her work, look her up! You'll be glad that you do.