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The first thing I did after telling everyone I was engaged to the Fella was go buy a copy of The Knot: Chicago magazine. I was thrilled to finally get a chance to delve into the frilly, glittery world of wedding planning, eager to feel special and pampered and indulgent for a change. Since I… Continue reading Before The Wedding: Why Didn’t I Feel Like A Bride?
Upon learning that I am a Published Author, fellow writerly types often ask How I Got Published. I'm happy to answer, and to save on even more time, I thought I'd trot this out as a link that can be referenced anytime the story is prompted. "How did you get published?" In 2012, I was… Continue reading How I Met My Publisher (And Other Writer Questions Answered)
This morning I got off the train in the Loop and got in line at my regular Dunkin Donuts. Behind me was Wednesday Addams. Ahead of me was an 80's pop star. When I arrived at the office, I found Wakko Warner, Dot Warner, a Shark, the Boat The Shark Ate Half Of, Ocelot from Metal… Continue reading DIS IS HAMMAWEENS! Costumes Required.
(Non-comprehensive because there are definitely other things I have had small panic attacks over during this process but have subsequently blacked them out of my memory.) -budget -the guest list -the guest list for the bridal shower -the guests' RSVPs -choosing the invitations -choosing the venue -choosing the people involved in the ceremony -choosing to not… Continue reading Things I Have Had Small Panic Attacks About While Planning My Wedding: A Non-comprehensive List
Oh my goodness. Salt Lake Comic Con was HUUUUUUUUGE. It was my second time being in Salt Lake City - I traveled there in 2014 for Salt City Steamfest and had a great time. As a loyal attendee of C2E2 I fully expected a similar setup. The setup was indeed similar... but on a much larger… Continue reading Con Wrap-Up: Salt Lake Comic Con 2015!
Alyson Grauer 