Mark Finn ([info]finnswake) wrote,
@ 2007-09-28 13:27:00
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Current mood: contemplative
Current music:My Hero Zero--Schoolhouse Rock

A bite in the ass month
It's been tough, this past month. Lots of Theater-Related things happened that put us on the defensive, and really shook the foundations of our lives here in Vernon. Suffice to say, we're okay. For now. But it wasn't easy. It wasn't pretty. And we're still not out of the woods, yet.

But one thing that is certain: I would NOT have been able to make it without you guys, my friends. Maybe you did something to cheer me up; maybe you didn't. But you all contributed in some way to keeping me afloat. So, thank you.

Thanks to SarahM for forcing me to join yet another social network, but since it's all about books, it kinda doesn't count, and

Thanks to Peggy for linking me up on Said Social Network with an author's page, some friends, and a crapload of books.

Thanks to Jenna for calling and letting me do a fifteen minute monologue on modern teenagers. You laughed, and you made my day.

Thanks to Rick for calling and giving me a dose of guy-talk.

Thanks to Lucas for being my big brother when I really needed it.

Thanks to James for always being a positive influence on me, as well as giving me a chance to wax intellectual about Conan and Solomon Kane.

Thanks to Chris for the good news about Blood & Thunder. I sold some books! Yeah!

Thanks to Beth and Weldon for, well, all of the support and encouragement, as well as passing along the REH news. It was quite the spirit-lifter.

Thanks to Rusty for the surprise shout-out in The Best of Robert E. Howard: Volume 1 introduction. I got credited (along with Chris Gruber) with the revival of attention to Howard's funny boxing stories.

Thanks to Brad for the recognition regarding Austin Books' success. I love the whole Bankston family like my own.

There were other incidents, some small, some large, and some really random. But they all kept me going, and kept my chin up. It has been said that we are judged by the company that we keep. If that is the case, than I am one of the most fortunate men on the planet.


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[info]chris2342
2007-09-28 06:58 pm UTC (link)
I hope everything turns out ok. Let me say that it was commented upon that we wished you were there with us at Fantastic Fest. You are missed and I hope things get better.

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[info]ratmmjess
2007-09-28 07:07 pm UTC (link)
Damn, Finn, sorry you've been going through some rough times. Hope things get better soon.

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[info]txtriffidranch
2007-09-28 08:09 pm UTC (link)
Glad to be of assistance, even though I didn't do anything. What happened with the theater?

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[info]plant_and_root
2007-09-28 09:46 pm UTC (link)
*smooch*

You are a blessing, Finny. But you already know that.

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[info]cgronlund
2007-09-28 11:21 pm UTC (link)
Sorry to hear about theater related stress, but I'm glad it's working out.

You are the hero of many for taking that kinda chance; you've done more than most people even think about, so there! :)

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[info]jess_ka
2007-09-29 02:25 am UTC (link)
Well, I didn't do a thing, but I'm glad you weathered the storm and are doing better.

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We're Pullin' For Ya!
[info]irreverendsara
2007-09-30 03:01 am UTC (link)
Mark,

You and Cathy are a breath of fresh air here in Vernon. We love having you guys around. This theater is GOING to work.

The Hodsdens need to have you over for dinner and board games sometime real soon.

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[info]cgronlund
2007-09-30 04:20 pm UTC (link)
Oh, and good luck with the Plaze Patrons idea...the stuff you have planned is brilliant and I wish I could be half as cool as you, Mr. Finn!

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(Anonymous)
2007-09-30 05:13 pm UTC (link)
I hope the stuff with the theater works out for you. A month or so ago I saw an article about the major studios backing an effort to put digital projectors into movie theaters because they want the technology to become available sooner rather than later. They want to make the movie viewing experience better, and it gives them a more direct relationship with the movie houses. I got the impression that they were not always happy with the distribution networks that were getting the actual film reels to the theaters. They were either funding, or had created the system for funding loans to help the theater owners buy the digital projectors and the broadband access for the downloading of the movies. It may be a case of trading one set of sharks for another, but at least its one fewer layers of sharks to deal with. It may be cool to say that Vernon has the most advanced movie-going experience for hundreds of miles around! Austin only has one of the new digital projection theaters.

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[info]crashmybike
2007-09-30 05:13 pm UTC (link)
I hope the stuff with the theater works out for you. A month or so ago I saw an article about the major studios backing an effort to put digital projectors into movie theaters because they want the technology to become available sooner rather than later. They want to make the movie viewing experience better, and it gives them a more direct relationship with the movie houses. I got the impression that they were not always happy with the distribution networks that were getting the actual film reels to the theaters. They were either funding, or had created the system for funding loans to help the theater owners buy the digital projectors and the broadband access for the downloading of the movies. It may be a case of trading one set of sharks for another, but at least its one fewer layers of sharks to deal with. It may be cool to say that Vernon has the most advanced movie-going experience for hundreds of miles around! Austin only has one of the new digital projection theaters.

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[info]dahardy
2007-10-01 07:11 pm UTC (link)
Hang in there buddy. Just remember, there's a stack of adult-themed RPG modules at the end of the rainbow. -Dave

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[info]joliet2
2007-10-03 06:52 pm UTC (link)
I've been thinking about you lately and wondering how it's been going.
Sounds like there have been a few trials and tribulations. I am finally reading a book you recommended and that has sat on the shelf for a few years now, "GIVE MY REGARDS TO THE ATOM SMASHERS". It is indeed a joy, chocked full of geeky goodness.

When would be a good time to call? I'd like to get caught up and offer whatever moral support I can.

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