Housewarming Party!

[mijan]

We had a wonderful time at the housewarming party/HP meetup last night! It was a great group of people, only two of whom I'd actually met in person before. We technically had five guests, although we ended up with six. I had a person coming to pick up something I was selling on Craig's List, and he seemed like a pleasant sort, so I invited him to join us for some snacks, beer, and a bit of dinner. He seemed quite amenable to the idea, and was a pleasant addition to the party.  (Poor guy actually looked exhausted, but he seemed happy for the home-cooking and friendly-but-silly company.)  So, aside from Ned (the impromptu guest), we had miraba, xingou, singlewoman, anthimaeria, and casey_cummings. Everyone seemed to mesh really well, and it was great to have a guy in the group! Adrian, you're awesome, you know that? Can we make you our official slash-boy mascott? We've got shiny handcuffs! *grins innocently*

So, what did we all do?  We watched Oedipus, as reenacted by an all-vegetable cast.  Quite entertaining.  I managed to get at least two people interested in KKM.  (Gods, I'm evil.)  And there was much silliness and story telling and wine and beer and good food and more silliness.  Oh, and somehow, we squeezed everyone except Ned onto my enormous beanbag chair for a picture, which Ned was kind enough to take for us.  How did we fit six people onto one beanbag chair?  Well, I'm waiting to get a copy of the picture, but in the meantime, you'll just have to imagine a big pile of fandom love.

Finally, casey_cummings, Miraba, and Anthimaeria had to leave, and I had to bring Ned back to his place with the cushions for the couch he bought from me, so we all said our goodbyes.  Singlewoman and Xingou stayed the night.

Today, we had a pancake breakfast, almost ruined by the fact that the 100% natural maple syrup I procured from my sister's old apartment had somehow gone bad, but saved by the fact that I had a bag of frozen strawberries.  Then, we did some decorating, went for a walk along the Charles River (beautiful day for a walk), and bought some rice cakes, dumplings, and other tasty tid-bits from the local Asian foods market.  I love rice cakes.  The dumplings are good, too.  *sigh*  Can I be Japanese?  In the very least, can I learn to speak Japanese so that I can watch the rest of my anime series?  *sheepish grin*

Either way, it was a lovely time had by all, and I can't wait to hold my next party.  I'm getting another futon, so I'll be able to seat ten people comfortably, and to sleep at least six people.  I hope to have some more small fandom gatherings here as the winter progresses.  And anytime someone is in the Boston area, or just wants to come visit, let me know!  Believe me, you won't leave hungry.  :)

Comments

[nekokatechan.livejournal.com]

Have you heard the character songs yet? Pure cheesy Jpop... The KKM main song is so much love, but I like Arigatou best I think...

And Yay for spreading KKM!!!! We need new blood in the community!

[mijan.livejournal.com]

SQUEE! *steals your icon*
Well darling, you've got me now! Hook, line, and sinker! And... I think I'll need to write fanfic soon. *meep*

[miraba.livejournal.com]

*scratches head* How can maple syrup go bad?
While in TJ's today, I realized that I left before the gelato was opened. Oh well, I might have to have it another time.

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Believe it or not, the gelato never got opened! Alas, the horrors! So, it's still there in my freezer. You're welcomed to come over any time, you know. Once invited, always invited. So, if you want gelato (or just silly squeeing company), just give me a heads-up, and come on over!

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Oh, and yes, real 100% maple syrup can develop a layer of mold on top if it's not refridgerated. A sad, horrible waste of an expensive commodity. And a very tasty one at that. I can't stomach fake maple syrup. Has to be the real stuff, or nothing.

[melandry.livejournal.com]

Ooh, how did I forget about this? Forgot to e-mail you, forgot to go - silly me. I'm glad those were there had fun, though!

[mijan.livejournal.com]

It's okay, love. Next time. There will be plenty of next times. :)

[adorkable37.livejournal.com]

Adrian, you're awesome, you know that? Can we make you our official slash-boy mascott? We've got shiny handcuffs! *grins innocently*


Hahhahahahah!!! OMG I'm telling him that when I talk to him tonight! He said he had so much fun... lol. If you guys took any pics would you mind sending them my way? I'd love to see them. =D

[mijan.livejournal.com]

*grins* Actually, I believe that the big picture was all of us on the beanbag, and it's on his camera. So, tell him to post the pic! I want to see it too!

And I'm glad he had a good time. I'm always worried that I won't be a good enough hostess or something. And that means you BOTH have to come over when you're in the area!

[snowqueenofhoth.livejournal.com]

Wai! KKM!!!

Yuuri/Wolfram が　一番好きです。OTP!

I am soooo behind. Somewhere in the 50s, I think. Bah. I need to find the rest and catch up.

[mijan.livejournal.com]

*giggles* It only gets better. More intense. I'm up to #71. And... WAAAAH!
Yuuri/Wolfram/Murata = OT3!!!

I have a thing for Murata. He fascinates me. :D

[singlewoman.livejournal.com]

Well, you said you would post before I got home! Had a wonderful time and KKM is a wonderful series. Thanks for yet another obession!

Love the apartment, it is a great find and I am sure it will always be full of friends. Meeting new fandom friends is lots of fun, I'm just glad we didn't shock poor Ned too much.

Food was fabulous, I like my pancakes with strawberries, so I didn't miss the syrup at all.

Have fun at the Cape tomorrow.

*Hugs*

[mijan.livejournal.com]

*hugs back*
I'm glad the food was good. I consider myself a bad hostess if anyone leaves hungry, or wishing the food was better. :)

Will definitely have fun on the Cape. This is my last chance all summer to get a tan! :D

[loudmeggaphone.livejournal.com]

I am so glad you had a good time. Sure sounds like it was fun!

Maple syrup that has gone bad has to be one of the grossest things in the world. The fresh off the farm stuff is the best, too bad there is soooo much sugar in it *sigh*

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Yeah, maple syrup gone bad is disgusting beyond belief. It gets coated in this powedery mold. Nasty.

But fresh maple syrup - nothing better!

[anthimaeria.livejournal.com]

Thanks Mijan, you were a lovely hostess! And rest assured, the food was quite tasty.

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Yay! And you were a wonderful guest. You must come again! I wish we'd chatted more, but with so many people, little side conversations develop, and it's a good way to make connections. There will be more meetups, and I hope you'll come to them! :)

[kannnichtfranz.livejournal.com]

Does that mean you've finished the 71 episodes? :) I've come across a couple of short, decent fanfics lately; I don't know if you want to be linked... they're both Konrad-centric. Also, a page of very pretty pictures. :)

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Love, I finished the remaining episides two days after the DVD's you sent arrived. And I've rewatched them. Yeah. I'm pathetic.

Konrad fic? Sure! Do you know any good Murata fics? :D

[xingou.livejournal.com]

~Adrian - Can we make you our official slash-boy mascott?

I heartily second this! And I promise it will be fun when we tie you up to the spiral staircase. The bench is out, unfortunately, cuz it will be in use soon.~

XD I had so much fun this weekend. I can't wait to do it again. I am sure the coming weekend will be just as fun, though.

[colloween.livejournal.com]

What a great post! I wanna come over!

[vampireanneke.livejournal.com]

If I had the time/money, a trip out to Boston would be fun. Just to visit and say hi.

[mijan.livejournal.com]

My door is always open, and my futon is there for you. :) I would love to have you come by.

One thing I forgot.

[miraba.livejournal.com]

Who was talking about the wonderful Stewart/Colbert rps? I must head in that direction.

Re: One thing I forgot.

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Eeee... can't remember right now. Was it Rachael?