An exciting thing that happened to me on Saturday...

So, I wanted to write about this Saturday night, but it was my last video interview and I really didn't want to overshadow the experiment. Okay, the only person who would be excited about this is me and it probably wouldn't overshadow anything, but it needed a day all of it's own:)

So Friday night I worked Fan Expo at the last minute for an old boss of mine. She gave me a start in a whole new field, so whenever she asks me for a favour, I can never turn her down. I put in 3 hours, after working 8 hours at my regular job, and afterward I went inside to check out what was inside. There were a whole bunch of really cool guests in appearance, but one stood out to me, Felicia Day.

I've really wanted to meet Felicia for quite a while. She seems just amazing. She is the writer, producer and star of the web series The Guild. As far as women role models go, she is awesome. It's nice to see women in roles of power. I love the fact that she is the writer or an amazing web series that focuses on gaming and how gamers see and relate to the world around them. the characters are so well written and believable that I look forward to every Tuesday, just to check out the next episode. Check it out here: www.watchtheguild.com

I found my way to her line, but they had cut it off for Friday night, so I sadly walked home and hoped to make my way back at some point the next day. Early the next morning, before I began work for the day, my brother and sister told me to head off to Fan Expo. I was excited when I got there. The line was huge for Felicia (with good reason), and I began to line up to meet her. I found someone to chat with about geek stuff while I waited and finally it was my turn.

When I stepped up to talk to her, I kind of felt like an idiot...for about two seconds. Felicia looked at me and told me she loved my hair colour! Look, I know that too anyone else that isn't really a big deal, but wow! Amy, the girl who plays Tinkerballa, was so excited when I said that this is now my natural colour. (I've been dying my hair the same colour for 15 years, it has brought out the natural red and now I just dye it to cover the dreaded gray). I told Felicia how much I admire her writing skills, her thoughts on gaming and he acting work. She genuinely thanked me, then her and Amy took a photo with me (which none of the other guests would do unless you paid for the photo op).

Look, I know that my five minute encounter isn't very interesting, at least not to anyone who doesn't run in the geek circles and know who Felicia Day is, but for me it was a moment that I won't forget. I finally got to meet a woman who I really admire and I even got to walk through a geek version of Thanksgiving. I was really nervous and almost didn't talk to her, but I did and I am glad. I urge you all to take that chance and meet someone you admire, no matter how nervous and intimidated you are, you won't regret it.

Here is my pic with Felicia and Amy...

Interview #15 Ryan Buell (PRS)

Well, we have come to the end of the video interviews *sigh*. What better way to end this than with the guy who started PRS, Mr. Ryan Buell aka The Chief. I figured that I would have a hard time getting a few minutes to do this interview with Ryan, well actually to be honest I didn't think I would get it at all. Ryan is always so busy and his time in such high demand, I didn't think I would get a chance.

The writer in my was extremely nervous posing these questions to Ryan, but he seemed surprised by them more than anything. Actually, I will admit, it made my day when after the interview he said the questions were great. It made me feel awesome considering he has the journalism background that I always dreamed of. I really appreciated Ryan taking a minute out of everything to take part, it was awesome.

This interview was not conducted on Buell Standard Time, which is awesome.All hail The Chief, and enjoy!

Interview #14 Chris "Agent S" (PRS)

Time for another interview! I'm really happy that I got to film this one, and I'm also glad that Chris was on PITV last night, so it's not as if I am giving you the first peek of her. I was very excited to meet Chris at my first Field Trip, FT8 and I wasn't disappointed. She was exactly what I expected, and surprising at the same time. When I decided to do this interview thing at FT9, I knew I wanted Chris to be a part of it, but I was nervous to ask as she seems to like to be behind the scenes. When I did ask, I was told if she wasn't to busy she would do it. Thankfully I caught her at a not so busy moment, and she indulged me.

Chris was actually the first PRS interview I did at FT9, and I was a little nervous at how my questions would be received. I'm sure I was 5 times more nervous than her during this interview. This being the first interview, I was nervous and completely blanked on the random question and all I could come up with was "If you could shank anyone who would it be?" Yeah, I was a bit of a bonehead and went there. In the end, I was glad I did because the answer I got may give people a new understanding of Agent S and her shanking tendencies.

Thanks Chris for taking part, you always make me feel welcome at each FT, even if I'm feeling out of my element. Catching up with Chris is usually one of my favourite non-paranormal things to do at a FT. I hope you all enjoy this interview as much as I enjoyed filming it.

There were no knives or involved and no one was forcibly detained for the filming of this interview. (Okay, another bad disclaimer. I promise to work on it for future interviews) I present, Chris aka Agent S!

Note: Chris tweeted me the name of the song she couldn't remember. It is  "All day through the Rain" by Boa Yoon.

Interview #13 Josh Light (PRS)

Whether you know him as Josh, Fuego, kerflugalled, theothertechguy or a mad scientist, Josh is a interesting guy. With his love of fire, his pyromaniac tendencies, his tech knowledge and his sense of humor, he is definitely an charismatic addition to PRS. I always get a kick out of talking to Josh. Whether we are talking tech, books or crazy guests, it is always enlightening (no pun intended). I do owe him a big thanks for taking part in this little interview experiment, seeing as he isn't as fond of being in front of the camera as he is being behind it.

No pyro was used, no matches struck and no animatronics went into the filming of this interview. I did not bribe, cajole or hold Josh at knife spot to bring this to you, but I may have begged a little(just kidding). Alright, here is his, Josh Light.

Interview #12 - Katrina Weidman (PRS)

So tonight's interview is Katrina Weidman. I was very excited to do an interview with Katrina, mostly because she was so excited about the idea. Her enthusiasm, combined with Coalin's, were the driving force to keep my utter shyness from talking me out of this wacky idea.

For those of you who have met Katrina, you know that she is always more than happy to take a few minutes with a Field Tripper, especially if they are a member of the International Snack Exchange! No, really, she is a super sweet woman who is always willing to take a few minutes to indulge a Field Tripper, whether it be a kind word, a make up tip or just a silly joke.

No make up was stolen or reapplied before filming this interview, and no sugar was ingested prior to filming (alright, a little bit was, but it was so good!). I give you, the PRS Golden Girl, Katrina Weidman! Enjoy!

Interview #11 Wes (J2) and Dave [Forum Members]

Well, this is the last Forum Member interview I have. Wes and Dave we brand new to the Field Trip experience, Field Trip 9 was their first one. They joined us for Tania's "birthday" dinner and we were all stick together for the rest of the trip.

The really are sweet guys, and a lot of fun. I am excited to hear that they are planning to attend Field Trip X in South Carolina. I know that they will have a blast, and quickly make even more friends than they did at Field Trip 9.

This video was recorded late on the very last day, in the blistering heat. I am not responsible for any yelling, whistling or shouts that may damage your speakers or eardrums. Please enjoy, Wes and Dave.

Inteview #10 Sergey (PRS)

Hello again. I figured that since we have all been missing the Sunday night vlog, I would post Serg's interview tonight. I was very happy to get to spend a little more time with Serg at this Field Trip. After my Private Investigation, we tagged along with Serg and went into the hole, which was cool since the bats made it too freaky for me the night before. I really appreciated it. Also, I REALLY want his camera lol.


No film was discarded or overexposed in the making of this interview, in fact, no film was used at all. The exposure was slightly off, but blame it on the new camera, not the operator, or subject.

Interview #9 Anne (MayMay) Forum Member

I know that everyone knows MayMay to talk to her on the Forums or in PITV, but she is a big part of Field Trips too. MayMay is funny, helpful, and always waiting with a smile or a chuckle just when you need it the most. Although she is camera shy, she took the time to do this interview and it was much appreciated. I hope you all enjoy it, and I hope it gives you a chance to see another side of MayMay.

While she was embarrassed, MayMay was not injured or bribed in any way while taking part in this interview.

Interview #8 Heather Taddy - PRS

Good evening all! Now that I have the whole upload video thing down, these posts will return to their regularly scheduled programming slot, aka nightly. Now, I know a lot of people might be asking "where are the PRS interviews? Why am I watching Forum Members?", the answer is...because I said so! No, in all seriousness, I have tried to switch it up because while seeing PRS at these Field Trips is amazing, the people who attend help make the memories.

Tonight I will bring you another interesting interview from a PRS member. I managed to steal a few seconds with Ms. Heather Taddy and she contributed to this little experiment of mine. I promise, she was not injured while filming this, but as many of you may have seen in PITV videos, she was lifted up a heck of a lot. (I know, I couldn't come up with anything else guys, these disclaimers are really getting tough)

And now....Heather Taddy!

Also, feel free to leave comments guys, I always welcome criticism and ideas for improvement!

Interview #7 - Tania Forum Member

You all know her from the Forums and the Field Trips. She is wacky, she is friendly and she is fun! No guys, in all honesty, I hope you enjoy this video. Tania is and amazing person, full of fun, energy and positivity. Her forum persona is actually how she is, as you will come to see.

No one was injured in the capturing of this video, but we were laughing a lot, confused a little and smiling widely. I give you all...Tania!

No more audio blog, so a final wrap up.

Okay guys, from this point on, I was incapable of doing the audio blog thing. My head began to get much more intense the more time I spent on the grounds. It was amusing to me that I did my best to come up with any reason, but the prison, to explain the amount of pressure that I felt on my head. Finally, Monday evening, I gave up and admitted that whatever was going on with my head was a direct result of the prison. Every time we arrived on the grounds, the pressure began, and about a block away it was just gone. Needless to say, this made the trip a little less fun for me.

Considering everything I was going through, I was very glad to find out that Jackie was having a psychic self defense workshop, which concentrated on grounding and shielding. I wasn't able to actually shield that night, I couldn't get past the pressure, but I succeeded a little on Tuesday and managed to enjoy most of the goodbye party. I just started to feel better, and we were leaving. Those are the breaks.

We attended Elfie's lecture on Haunted Objects, which was great. It was nice to hear about that aspect of the paranormal, which is something that most people just don't think about too much. I did record the lecture, and may eventually post it on here, if I can get permission.

I will definitely post the Prison Tour video, but I want to wait until all the interviews are up, so that I don't start to confuse people.

Audio blog #4 - Sunday August 8, 2010 10:45

Just about to go on our beginner’s ghost hunt, at least I hope we are. They have had to stop the tour temporarily to a huge amount of bats inside the prison. I’ve never encountered bats before, so I am a little freaked out.
Tania and I have been hanging around, talking with different people and just killing time until we take our tour. We met Brian, who I’ve had a blast talking wrestling with, which I never really get to do at all. We met a bunch of forum people, Tony, Kelly Ann and Jess, and we are all just having a blast.

I am hoping to get some of my video interviews tomorrow, since I am not really feeling well again. My headache just doesn’t want to quit. Even with the headache, I can’t wait to go inside the prison. It is a little intimidating as well, since it is supposedly very active and such. Apparently we are going to be led through different areas of the prison and will encounter PRS members in there to explain things to us.

Well, looks like things are moving along, so I’ll put more down later.

Audio blog #3 - Sunday August 8, 2010 at 2:30

I had a reading with Elfie of my Tarot cards. It was a little disconcerting to have my Tarot cards read while sitting in a very tiny prison cell, dubbed the “Zodiac” cell due to the art work on the walls. To be honest, having my Tarot cards read at all makes me nervous. I thought it would be interesting to do, and now that I have, I think I’m good for the next 20 or 30 years. The prospect of knowing to much about the future or having someone else use cards to tell you who you are, and being right, is just a little too wiggy for me. For those who are interested my cards were: The Page of Swords, The Devil, a card that had 8 or 9 poles and a guy, and The King of Cups.
I had wanted to go to the Sacred Burial Mound, but I really didn’t feel well enough. Actually, right about now my headache is getting pretty fun. I had to stop my prison tour to have my cards read with Elfie, but Boris video taped it for me to watch later.
The welcome party is starting shortly, so everyone is just kind of hanging around until the tour groups return, but I’m heading inside now since the sun is a little warmer than I am used to.

Audio blog #2 - Sunday August 8 at 12:49

We went to lunch after we finished registering and we yet again had issues with a member of our party. It turns out that no one can really stand to be around Ali, and I have a feeling this will continue to be the case. Sadly, at this point I can see her almost ruining the trip for Lobo and Boris. Lobo had left her phone in the restaurant and when she went back to check, someone had nicely turned it in. Trust me, this would not happen in Toronto, that’s for sure.


I don't really know how to explain this place. I've been battling a headache all day so the words just aren't flowing properly for me, you all must excuse me. The sight of this place is astounding though. The building has an extremely imposing Gothic look to it, that just adds to the spooky atmosphere. I am quite interested to see what the inside looks like, since the out portion of the building seems to be quite deteriorated for only being closed 15 years.

The PRS and AGH members are showing up now, along with fellow forum and field trippers so I am going to run off and try to be a little social.

The issues are fixed...

Okay, so I had all sorts of trouble uploading videos to the blog here, as you all know. Well, after adding Firefox to my computer and not fixing the problem, I discovered, all on my own, what the issue was. It has been corrected and we should have no further interruptions to the flow of video.

Apparently my new video camera records in MP2 format, which blogspot doesn't like. I just figured I would try converting to an MP4 and voila, it worked and posted in half the time. Darn MP's choose a size and stick with it *grumble grumble* Anyways, as I said, there will be no more interruption to the flow of video interviews.

Enjoy all.

Interview #6 with AGH Justin and George

Hello all and welcome to tonight's interview. Tonight we are being invaded by none other than the AGH crew! While at the Field Trip, I managed to get AGH Justin and George to take part in my little blog interview experiment.


Both guys were very funny, and sweet enough to take some time and get silly with me during this interview. I hope you all enjoy it!

Will Farrell and all other comedy actors were not injured so that these funny guys could take their place. Please make sure not to drink during this interview, or do so at your own risk! Neither I, or George and Justin, are responsible for any fluid that may grace your computer screen as a result of watching this interview.

Interview #5 Jess (Phase03) Forum Member

Hi All,

I had some issues with uploading Boris's video, so rather than frustrate myself to death, I will try uploading Jess's video and see if that works.

Drum Roll....

Let me introduce you to...Jess, Phase03 to all of you forum people out there. It was very nice to finally meet Jess face to face. She was quite, sweet and sometimes, like myself, a little too nice to people who didn't deserve it. Anyway, keep your fingers crossed, and enjoy...

No cavities were acquired by anyone involved during the filming of this interview, even though she was sweet as candy,

Interview #4 with Boris (aka Yoda, Borisimo) Forum Member

Hello all,


Sorry I didn't post an interview last night, but I was exttremly tired after working. Here is tonight's interview. Let me introduce you all to Boris, aka Yoda (or Borisimo to Forum Members). I am quite partial to my Yoda (no one else may call him that either, I have exclusive rights to that nickname). Since meeting at FT8, we have become very good friends.

No Jedi's were injured in the light saber battle to bring this exclusive interview to you, only Sith. May The Force be with you all, most especially my teacher, Yoda.

(I know, these disclaimers get sillier and slightly lamer each time, but I can't help it.)

Interview #3 - Elfie Music

Hello fellow readers. Tonight I was feeling the music, so I thought I would bring you all *drum roll* Elfie Music!!!

Elfie was nice enough to take part in my little experiment at the Field Trip and she was smiley and chipper. I love the smile and laugh. I just can't help but do both when I watch it.

No records were scratched, and no copyright infringement happened while bringing you this video. (Okay, that was a little lame, but I was at a loss.)

Enjoy, Elfie Music.

Transcript-Audio Blog 1 Sunday August 8th, 11:10a.

The trip to WV was interesting to say the least. We began the trek at 9:30am, and by 11 we had finally managed to get out of Toronto. It was 3 hours to get to the border and 20 minutes to actually cross the border. Our tip ended up being 10 hours instead of 7 as it was supposed to. Our GPS died in Pennsylvania (Conneaut lake actually).

We arrived about 7:30 at the hotels and we settled in and met up with Boris and Lobo. After big SuperNerd hellos, we got decked out in new flare, Frownie buttons all around. Much craziness ensued as we all travelled to a nearby Mexican restaurant for dinner. Tania was all bubbly so when she was in the bathroom, Lobo told the staff it was her birthday and they made her wear a sombrero and got ice cream all over her face. They must have been very happy when our loud silly group finally left.

On our trip back to the hotel, we missed the turn off and ended up on some back road and we were very lost. Everyone got a little stabby, but we eventually found our way back to the hotel and made our way to Lobo and Boris’s room. Bones was very stand offish. She ended up forcing everyone out of the room much earlier than we were ready for.

We made friends with Wes and Dave. They were totally awesome and tons of fun. They were really sweet guys and just a genuine pleasure to meet. Pat made a surprise appearance at the FT. It was amazing to meet her. I really feel like I have a friend in her. She is wicked supportive of my writing, and just an all around happy type of person.
We had set the alarm to wake up at 8 am, but it didn’t go off, but thank god Tania woke up and we made it on time. We made it to the prison fine, and I took some video as we arrived. Everyone is really geared up for a good time. The prison itself is slightly imposing, large brick walls, barb wired basketball courts.

We are getting ready to head out to the Prison Tour, then back to the Welcome Center for the Welcome tour

Interview #2 - Kelly Ann (Intriguing) Forum Member

Okay, so I didn't just want to interview PRS and AGH members for this. We know them all, and while we wanted to know more about them, I thought it would be cool to learn about our fellow Field Tripper's and Forum Members as well.

So, from the wilds of the PRS Forums, I bring you Kelly Ann (Intriguing). She was slightly harmed in the filming of this interview, but only from laughing so hard. Let the Forum  people speak!

As promised, Interview #1, Coalin Smith

So I wanted to have a little fun, and ask a bunch of silly questions to PRS members and Field Trippers and log the responses. When I acquired my new video camera, the idea struck me...alright, actually Sergey's Vlog inspired me a little. I asked everyone the same 5 questions, and one that I tried to gear to their specific talents or interests. Those special questions I made up on the spot, so forgive me if they are not the best.

This is all about silliness, lightheartedness and asking a question that people aren't always asked. It was all in fun, and no members of PRS were hurt in the filming of this interview lol.

And here he is Coalin Smith...

Okay, short synopsis of the trip

So, I had fully intended to keep a lengthy blog, just as I did with the last one, but West Virginia State Penitentiary had different plans for me. Most of the trip I was feeling a lot of pressure on my head, causing me to feel like I had something akin to a migraine, but different. I did still keep a blog for a while. I went all technological this time and kept an audio blog, so that I didn't have to try to write as quick as I think, which is usually pretty quick.

I will still post the few I did take, but maybe a short rundown here would work better for now as I am still pretty beat. Everything was laid back, but I remember thinking it was a serious laid back feeling too. I think so many of us were excited for what we were about to do, and intimidated by the magnitude as well. I know that I was excited. Having never been on a "real" investigation, the prospect of checking this place out was intimidating, The prospect of actually collecting some evidence, that was remarkable.

I'm going to sign off for tonight and I'll transcribe the few blog posts and accumulate what I can over the weekend for posting as soon as I can.

A little announcement.

Okay guys. I will write more in my blog entry this evening about my trip, but for now I will mention the cool stuff I talked about in my last entry.

Before heading off to FT9, I Twittered or FaceBook'd a few PRS members and asked them if they would take part in a short video interview for this blog while on the FT. I did manage to get almost everyone. I did interview Michelle and Whitney, but when I went to review them, they were gone, so sadly no interview from them. I'll have to do it again at the next FT I attend, it was really fun. 

So, I will post one new interview a night. I managed to corner some Forum people too, and everyone had fun. We'll start tonight and go on until there isn't any interviews left. Hope you guys like them.

Greetings from Ohio...

Hi all! Just a quick line tonight, I've been battling a headache all day at the Penn. Things are good. Had our ghost tour through the prison tonight. Listening to the EVP from it right now. So far, a breathing noise:) This is so cool.

Night all, will try to write more tomorrow.

Wow, 2 nights in a row...this could be spooky lol

Okay, so I'm exaggerating. I do usually update every night, but I have been naughty and missed a lot lately as I said yesterday. Today was another busy day. I went to work, worked like mad, then ran to the mall to get some last minute things for the Field Trip and then ran home to eat and log on for PITV.

Needless to say, PITV was cancelled, but at least I got packed, at least mostly. I still have the last minute stuff to pack, like the toiletries and such, but for the most part, ready to go. I'm getting more and more excited. Angel and Tania will be arriving here tomorrow, and then Saturday we begin our trek. I'm very excited to see Lobo, Yoda, and The PRS. Plus, I got word today that Pat will be going too! This trip keeps getting better and better.

Anyways, off to finish cleaning and packing. I may not post again until I get back, so have a great weekend. I'll have some cool stuff when I report my trip blog.:) Like how I left you all hanging?

Okay...so I fell behind

Okay, so I am a horrible blogger. It's been almost a week since my last post. In my defense, I have been mad, crazy busy. There has been so much going on, a convention, another shift at the Ticket place and work and packing for FT9.

First off, the convention was pretty cool. I was disappointed that there wasn't much in the vendor room, considering the price I paid for my ticket, but I actually got an autograph with everyone there, included in the price, plus I attended a ball. That's right, I said a Ball, as in dancing and such. I actually pulled the sexy red dress out of the closet, dusted it off and then spruced myself up and headed off to the Ball Saturday night. I must admit, I felt kind of like Cinderella, minus the ugly stepsisters. It was actually great, hob knobbing with the movie stars.

I sent my brother out to do my pre Field Trip shopping as per usual and he returned home with the pretty red video camera I picked out. I spent the weekend at the convention taking pics and trying it out. For what I spent, it was a great camera!!!! I can't wait to use it this weekend. It actually took really good pictures and the video was really clear. I'm a happy camera owner. Now, to find my subjects this weekend...

I have decided that other than Argos shifts, which I always work in the summer, I am kind of done with the double job duty. It just takes way too much out of me, and I have discovered that I have forgotten to do stuff, like update this blog, talk to friends, read...you know, the good stuff. Plus, I'm just wiped out all the time.

Field Trip 9...what can I say. It's going to be a blast. I plan to take lots of video, maybe a few interviews, if it works out, for this blog, and keep my usual trip blog for me to post when I get back. I am so ready for the vacation, the fun, the friends and the unknown.

Can someone speed things up so that Saturday is here???