Monkey Paws and Other, um, things that give you pause

The PMRP halloween show was delightful. Oh my goodness. I'm actually a little sorry I went to the second of the two shows, otherwise I'd more strongly insist that locals attend.

Talking to me afterwards, audioboy was trying to avoid the word "improved" in summarizing where the group has come since last year, and I don't know why; it really has improved!

The execution was nearly flawless; there was a minor mic glitch that was fixed during the first intermission, and there was one mistimed sound effect during the last of the three acts, and that was all that I could tell. The soundscapes were great, and having three separate sound-effect crews for the three acts seemed to work out really well.

And the actors were all brilliant. Half I knew from Chicken Heart, and half were new to me, and all did a knock-down job. I expected nothing less from them, which is why I knew I'd love the show, but the whole of everything came together in a way that definitely exceeded my expectations.

(And there was an all-furry stagehand crew?! HALLOWEEN)

Anyway, my regret at not being a part of the show this year was mitigated by my delight at being able to enjoy it without having to spend the previous 6 weeks practicing for it. You all did a superb job and I eagerly await what PMRP plans next.

OK I feel better now

Here is a non-paranoid prediction about next week from me:

No matter what the outcome of the election, there will be a high-holy stink about voter fraud, the likes of which the nation has never seen before, not even during the 2000 elections (which were as much about confusion and stupidity as outright fraud).

The losing party will of course lead the charges, and yes, I think that either party is ready and willing to do this once the returns are added up.

And no matter which color's calling for the investigation, I will support it completely. My attitude will be either this cannot stand or bring it, shitheads, but my resolution will be the same, and I call on all Americans to join me.

Treat everyone wailing NO NO you had your chance and you lost LOOK IT SAYS SO RIGHT ON THE SCREEN SO JUST SHUT UP aaaaaAAAAAAGGGHHHH as an enemy of democracy.