Dorkdom that is firefly fandom
POSTED BY: gypsylife
UPDATED: Thursday, February 2, 2006 15:09
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I had to stop myself from telling a developer who works for me that it's love that would keep his code flying.
Yes, I'm definitely into this.
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I'm living in something of a sci-fi vacum - Geeks will not be tolerated, so I have to keep things subtle, quotes and references are frequent but low-key, I bought my self some goslings to juggle, but so far haven't managed to learn well enough to juggle in public, so visible signs are kept to the 'Browncoats' band around my wrist.
so I haven't quite earned my wings yet, but one day the Dorkdom will spring forth...
I just had to tell this touching little story though, my mom (converted in spirit, she knows all about it and likes what she knows, I just have to pin her down long enough to see the actual episodes) Comes into my room sometimes to say goodnight etc, and since I put that picture from the caption competition (Nathan and Zoe pulling faces on the Mule in the BDM) She's started coming right into the room, facing the screen and kind of lingering...
I got the hint tonight and closed down all of the browser windows so she could see it, and giggle, and go to bed happy.
She's great, and just imagine what she'll be like when she's actually seen them.
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I love my Doncoat! or captain as Kaylee would say :)
Lola
"ever sailed on a Firefly?"
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Yes.....I really thought that it would take a lot to get me and well it has happened.
I am trying to stop myself from using "Shinny" in everyday life but I think that it might just have to be a regular thing. Stopping "Goramit" it is getting to be a pretty regular thing.
Yes, I am a DORK. With a big D.
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Quote:
Originally posted by Jacqui:
I'm geeky enough to be thinking that the theme song of Firefly would be played on the radio. Does that count?
And, apparently I'm geeky enough to have believed you actually heard it on the radio -- until you finished your story, properly explaining the misunderstanding.
I think we all need to get a life.
"These are stone killers, little man. They ain't cuddly like me."
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Oh yes, my man is quick with the Malisms. And I find myself spouting weird lines like "Don't shame me in front of new people." The aforementioned people just stare at me in confusion. Like the random guy did when I asked him to take a picture of me and my husband by the Serenity poster at the theater on opening day. It also could have something to do with the fact that I approached the topic of asking a stranger to take my picture by saying, "Can I ask you something weird?"
Also, I have committed the ultimate act of fandom and completed my unholy trilogy of Whedon-inspired tattoos. That's right kiddies: I have a sweet tattoo of my girl and yours - Serenity - on my back that says Browncoat underneath. Hey - some people juggle geese.
And a teeny bit of useless info: I work in a daycare and next week's theme is Wild West. I'm still pondering how to make it a very Browncoat craft week for my 3 year olds. Just another excuse for me to initiate my passel of critters: like wearing my Jayne hat on Crazy Hat Day...
***Never judge a book by its movie***
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Quote:
Originally posted by Jacqui:
I was in my car the other day and the song on the radio finished and all of a sudden, it started...
"Take my love, take my land.
Take me where I cannot stand..."
And I was so excited... THEY'RE PLAYING THE THEME SONG ON THE RADIO!!!!!
It took me a full minute or so to realise that it was my phone ringing.
I'm geeky enough to be thinking that the theme song of Firefly would be played on the radio. Does that count?
*~*~*
"He's hurting a woman, he really *is* a bad guy... and I wouldn't call him a gentleman."
- Kyle, 9, watching 'Serenity'.
Where in the 'verse did you get the ringtone? And what type of phone do you have? I want...bad
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"There is a sense that this is still not over. It's hard to put a finger on what's so special about this project and about this group of people, but it's just one of those things you have to trust in, and relish. I am very, very proud."
---Jewel Staite on "Firefly" and "Serenity" in "Finding Serenity" (essay collection by Jane Espenson)
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Quote:
Originally posted by TheCrazyIvan:
Where in the 'verse did you get the ringtone? And what type of phone do you have? I want...bad
I have a Sony Ericsson z800i. It has real tones, which means I could grab the actual theme song (not a ringtone) from my computer and transfer it across.
I've also got soundbites from episodes on it, too. So, if I'm bored or need a pick up... I can press a button...
"Dear Diary, today I was pompous and my sister was crazy... today we were kidnapped by hillfolk, never to be seen again. It was the best day ever."
I am a simple being.
*~*~*
"He's hurting a woman, he really *is* a bad guy... and I wouldn't call him a gentleman."
- Kyle, 9, watching 'Serenity'.
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I love each and every one of you dorks in a deep and meaningful way.
No really good stories like some of you guys (thanks for breaking up a dull workday), but occasionally I threaten my two-year-old daughter with the chain of command. My poor wife is going to cramp her eyes rolling them that much.
For the record, my little girl doesn't bat an eyelash. I suppose I'm as harmless as Jayne to her.
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