Big Day End.

I got back from LASFS about an hour or so ago. I was gonna just write about it real quick and then try to grab some sleep, but I realized I was hungry . . . so a bowl of pasta later (Yeah, that’s the way to get rid of the gut and double chin, Wil, have lots of PASTA before bed) I found myself watching “I love the 80s Strikes Back” on VH-1.
It was 1987, and I guess they talked about TNG on it, but I must have tuned in after they were done. Did anyone see it? Did they trash me? Mo Rocca and Michael Ian Black are two of the funniest people on Earth . . . but goddamn, they could burn me good if they had a mind to.
“Had a mind to?” Does anyone really talk like that? Sheesh.
So. LASFS was great. I got there about 8, and talked with them about the LosCon next month, and took some pictures for the wwdn MoBlog. This one is my favorite.
About 8:40 I went into their . . . clubhouse? Meeting place? Super-secret undisclosed location? Whatever you call it, it’s where they meet. I stood quietly in the back while they did official club stuff, and took a few more pictures with my cool cameraphone . . . and then I hit the wrong button and made it ring at about 6900 Db. Color me embarrassed. When I finally took the stage, I apologized and said, “Sorry about my cell phone ringing. I just thought I’d put some more distance between me and Wesley by showing you all how technically incompetent I am.”
It got a big laugh, so I guess it was worth it.
I talked a bit about the website, and the stuff that I’ve written since the last time I was there, and then I read from Dancing Barefoot. I picked out two sections from VegasPants: the first time I met William Shatner, and then the first time I rode the Star Trek Experience. Whenever I read from that book, I’m reminded of how much I miss those days when I was running around the Enterprise, and it makes me really sad. Tonight was no exception. I had to stop several times so I didn’t cry. There’s parts where I talk about Gene and Brent, and when I read it, I can hear their voices, and tonight, it was really hard to get through those sections.
I managed, though, and I think I did a good job. I felt really good about it when I was done . . . and I totally didn’t suck in front of my hero Larry Niven, either!
I don’t think I’m doing any more readings until LosCon, but that’s going to be a BIG one. I’m going to bring stuff from JAG and Barefoot, and some unpublished material, too. If you’re within a couple of hours of LA, it may be worth your time to come out and see me. I’ll do my best not to suck.
I’m about 6 hours away from driving up to Oregon to see Anne’s Grandmother. We’ll go to Sacramento tomorrow, then up to Oregon Saturday morning. I won’t have Internet, but I plan on sending in some AudioBlogs and MoBlogs, so check them if you’re into that sort of thing.
Have a good weekend, everybody.
Edit: I hear that comments are busted because of some stupid javascript error I don’t have time to fix. If you wanna comment on an entry, you can always click the time next to my name. That will take you to an archive page with all the comments there. And yes, we’re really running this late.

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  4. Ok, that whole “you got to meet Larry Niven” bit just rocks.
    BTW, I dunno if it’s broked in IE but the comments link on the main page is borked in Firebird.
    when loading I get a bunch of these:
    “Warning: reference to undefined property window.concat
    Source File: http://www.wilwheaton.net/
    Line: 114″
    and if I click the link I get one of these:
    “Error: window.concat is not a function
    Source File: http://www.wilwheaton.net/
    Line: 117″
    and while I’m on the subject of things not working, and OFF the subject of the third blog post in an awesome series, you have a link on your main page that goes to a site that isn’t set up: http://www.saveinternetradio.org/

  5. >>”Had a mind to?” Does anyone really talk like that? Sheesh.
    C’mon, Wil. You did a stint in KS. You *know* people talk like that :^)
    Good job, BTW.

  7. You know, I watched the 80s Strike Back last night (albeit while blogging) and I don’t remember them mentioning TNG. Them mentioned Wrath of Khan back in their ’82 show, but that’s all the Star Trek I recall.

  8. Gut, and double chin????? @_@ Wil, I think that you need to get a new mirror, or something. You’re not fat, (and you have NO double chin what so ever) and you never WILL get fat. For somebody who just turned 31, you still look great!!! Are u sure that you’re 31?? Because to me, you still look like you’re in your mid-20s!! 😉

  13. Wil, you don’t have a double-chin…you’ve had that chin since you played Wesley. Nothing that a little plastic surgery won’t fix. haha.

  14. Aaah, Wil, just get a little exercise every day and be sure not to confuse appetite with hunger. (Let the former determine your cuisine and the latter set your limit.)</pontificate>
    You’ve got the same thing I’ve got: Dick Clark Syndrome. Never gonna look your age. Although I assume you’re like me and don’t have to drink the blood of the young like Mr. Clark.

  18. I’ve been watching the 80’s Strikes Back. I pretty much love every special that VH1 does. So I’ll probably like yours too.
    By the way, I think Michael Ian Black is hysterical and Hal Sparks has been pretty entertaining this time around, but Mo Rocca doesn’t do it for me. Sorry if he’s a friend of yours, but I *personally* don’t think he’s as funny as he does.

  19. I’d so love to hear you speak, but I’m afraid LA is still a tad far from Brisbane, Australia. Congrats on a good Big Day Out, and all the very best for your family this weekend.

  20. Vodka Foxmama? That’s either a biker chick or a character from Kill Bill 2. Or both.
    Why Niven’s “Protector” hasn’t been made into a movie yet is beyond me.

  22. great job !!!on the walking barefoot book , i knew if i talk to all my friends and told them to read the book they would love it. and so far they do.no complaints at all.
    congrats!!!!!!!
    chris

  23. Somtimes when I am telling my children a story of a time I remember, I can hear the voices, feel the laughter, and remember the warmth.
    It just shows that there is much depth to how much those things meant and still mean to you.
    Have a good trip up northern way.

  24. Yeah… no mention of TNG for 1987. It’s possible it was mentioned early in 1986 because I missed the beginning. I’m sure they’ll show it a thousand more times in the next few weeks (and I’ll watch every time!)

  26. I haven’t seen 1987 yet, but they burned Shatner good in 81 or 82 (they kinda bleed into each other, don’t they?)
    someone said “he managed to convince the studio he could act…again” or something to that effect.
    Just wait til you turn 33, mister. You too will have CRS syndrome. 🙂

  28. hey wil, i am glad to hear that your day went well. i would love to be able to come and see you talk…you have been a hero of mine for many years…it sounds like it went really well. congratulations.
    have a safe trip up north, i hope Anne’s grandmother gets well soon..
    from rach

  29. Wil,
    Don’t listen to those jerks above me! You DO NOT have a double chin. Even joking, don’t become suddenly overly self conscious. Sounded like something you might do, so just saying…
    By the way, I have a link to your homepage on my own homepage. E-Mail me if you can. It will be at http://ntoothaker.tripod.com/.
    It’s not published yet, I’ll tell you in a future comment when it is.
    ~Nicholas~

  30. Yeah, just watched 1987 on TiVo and although they mention TNG in the program guide information, there was no mention of it during the show. have to watch ’86 yet though.

  31. Aw man, you should head up to Eugene and I’ll give you some of those G Dead tapes you were asking for a million years ago.
    Eric who you don’t know really

  32. Michael Ian Black? Funny?
    Every time he has a comment he uses the same old dry, sarcastic, hyper than a shoulder tone…zzzzzzzzzzzz
    Not fun or funny.

  33. Hey Wil–have you heard of the Atkins Diet?–Just kidding! Seriously though, I think you are looking pretty darn good. Man, you are in for a treat when you go up to Oregon–we are having some weather that could screw over California any time. Anyway, I hope everything goes well for you and your family. Too bad the Beavers are playing up at WAZU this weekend or I would treat you and Anne to a football game here in Corvallis.
    Take care,
    Kindra who just found your site.

  34. Double chin? Mr. Wheaton, I have a good mind to…
    Um, well, I’m NOT from Kansas and I talk that way.
    If you think you have a double chin from your self portrait photos, it’s because you hold the camera at a low angle and many times you’re tucking your chin in to take a pic of yourself. Try standing straight, raising the camera, and keeping your chin up and your “double chin” will go away.
    Also, when you take a picture over a table, like at an autographing session. don’t lean backwards. That gives you a double chin look. Believe me, I’ve seen enough of my own double chin shots. I’ve know now to bend sideways instead of backwards to get closer to someone for a photo.

  36. Hey Wil. Since our headed my way. Why don’t you stop by, so we can chat about you doing the voice over for the game thing?
    Call me. You have my number.

  38. OK, so my first post on this site. Weeee. I know… I’ll get over it soon. I just wanted to say that I’m glad I found your site a few months ago. Though I’m kinda bummed that I found out after I moved to Boise that you did were semi-regular on I had no idea KWOD 106.5. Now I could just kick myself for missing you. I’ve read through most of your archives, and your recent posts, and I absolutly love your writing. Keep up the freakin amazing postings! Also, Saturday night, if you are still in Sac, I’m giving you a shout out to you on KWOD. Safe drive and God speed.

  39. Okay, well, I DO have a double chin- a huge one. And although I’m not thrilled about it, there are much worse things in the world, and sometimes there are much worse things even on my face!
    (And I’m a girl, folks!)

  41. Wil,
    You realy think that you have 2 chins. Well, that will always be your call. Why do you cry about happy things? I will never know. Have a safe trip and a great weekend.
    FG

  42. I’m watching 1986 on VH1 right now. Wil, were you ever on Double Dare? Because at the VERY beginning of the Double Dare segment, there’s a kid on the red team who looks like you. You/he is only on there for half a second. I’m sure 1987 will be on next…I’ll watch for you.
    You were cute then, you’re cute now. Enjoy your pasta.

  44. Wil,
    Dig your site!, you are a very talented and resourceful individual. One thing this site has done for me is give me a greater appreciation of who you really are. I can’t help thinking though, that both you and I are the same age and you have accomplished at least two of the things that I have always wanted to do. I admire and envy you. I grew up in Oregon and it’s not so bad once you get past all of the rain. Hope you enjoy it. It really is beautiful up there. My wishes for Continued to success, and write me back when you get the chance.
    God Bless,
    Joshua

  45. I haven’t come and read in about a month. My bad. Wil, your life is soooo interesting and I’m not sure what I would do without reading about what’s happened in your life, well, on the days I can. Please, never stop.

  46. Mr. Wheaton,
    Well I’m inclined to agree with most of the people who have already posted, you always have been a cutie and always will be, so don’t worry about eating pasta late at night or a double chin (which is probably only in your imagination)… how can you enjoy life if you worry about stupid things?
    This is my first time visiting your site and I must say that I have enjoyed what I have read and that I hope to see more of what you have to offer the world. I found your page when I was searching some things on Star Trek: The Next Generation… which happens to be my favorite series… Kinda grew up on all the sci-fi stuff… LOL!
    Good Luck in all you do and may God continue to bless you and your family.

  47. LASFS has a lair, just so you know. I’ve been reading your blog for awhile now and really enjoy it, so thank you for your hard work. You mentioned Burger Continental in a recent posting–do they still have a bellydancer on Saturday nights? They did when I lived in Pasadena, several years ago. Also, their Saturday brunch buffet is really good, and way less expensive than the Sunday buffet. This is a tip from me to you; use it for good, not for evil.

  50. You made a good observation when you noted your poor meal choice right before bed. Don’t end up like Jerry Lewis, who, quite frankly, was pretty hot in his hay-day and now, well, not so hot (granted, he’s older).
    You’re a nice looking guy with a lot of talent; you should consider keeping yourself in great shape. I can’t wait to see what you can contribute to a blockbuster film looking shapely and sharp!

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