In other strike related news, I love this blog post by Sera Gamble.
It reminded me of a conversation I had with Polgara once. I think it was probably last year between the time Tim said he wanted to hire me and when I finally started work. There was some big lottery jackpot and Polgara was going to buy a ticket. And I said that I couldn't buy a ticket because I'd rather have a job and I didn't want to use up all my luck.
This is also a story about how awesome Polgara is because she didn't tell me that I was overly superstitious and, also, insane. Even though I totally am.
I just finished a red scarf - done while watching SG: Atlantis and House. Now I'm wishing I had a cute little fabric tag that says "Lovingly Made By: A Fan Who Supports The Writers" or something equally maudlin.
I just posted a letter to Joss at Whedonesque. I think I made an ass out of myself, but I was thinking about what Monique was saying, and I think she's right about it being a weird situation.
I asked Joss that he and his fellow showrunners match the fans, dollar to dollar, and send it on to the solidarity fund for crew people. I mean, they're really fucking rich, and if they're asking us to open our pockets on their behalf, then...you know?
It's different when we think up crazy shit and do it on our own.
And, I think that it's way more encouraging to send a box of pencils when you know that you're also making the holidays a bit better for out-of-work crew people.
Still, I think I made an ass out of myself and expect to be tossed out of fandom on my ass.
I really like that idea a lot, Allyson. I hope they do it.
Thanks, Kristen. I felt like an idiot typing that all out. I don't want anyone to feel shitty, and don't know how to phrase it all better.
I think it's a great idea, Allyson. I would definitely throw a little pencil money in there (because I would like to be a part of The Statement and all) if I knew it would indirectly benefit the people who actually need money right now.
I just read it and I think you did fine. I hope that the suggestion is taken in the spirit intended. Maybe it'll turn out like the lunch thing and everyone will go, "That's such a great idea! Thank you for thinking of it!" Because you really do have a great idea here.
Looks like it's got a lot of support.
I think it's great, Allyson. I support the writers, but have been more inclined to spend money on those in greater need. This would allow me to vote with my dollars and feel better about it.
It's a great idea, Allyson. I'll be honest - whilst I chucked $30 pencil at the thing, there was a big part of me which said 'Yeah, that Whedon guy is a millionaire' whilst doing it.
