Not in my 40s.
Not after everything that’s happened.
But here I am,
curled up with Simon, coffee in hand,
fully invested in Fringe like it’s 2008 again!
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Monday, July 25, 2016
Figuring Out My Place In Time And Space: FOMO
How does it feel to miss your very first San Diego Comic Con in 8 years?
Like shit.
Everyday I went back and forth as to wether or not I should/could attend.
Geeks Go Glam 2015 hosted with Liz Giorgi.
Nickelodeon announced a 90's themed booth and panels and I was like I can go!
The rest of The Nerdy Girlie team will be there and I was like I can go!
I'm able to get by financially every month. I can splurge a bit on little things here and there and I have a decent amount in my savings. But I want to keep it that way and with my new job, the wedding and ALL the bills, I thought it was the adult decision not to go.
My first SDCC in 2009 with my first con exclusive!
I still want to grow my blog and by writing for Blastr's Fangrrl site, I'm hoping that will come sooner than later. It has been four years now since I began The Nerdy Girlie. Finally getting paid to do my two favorite things, writing and photography is a dream come true. I just need to remember, that I just started doing both and that things take time.
Now I need to ask you guys a favor: What do you guys want out of The Nerdy Girlie?
I write for you and me. But I want to make sure that even with all of my personal pieces, that I am still giving you all something you look forward to reading. I look forward to sharing my thoughts with you! It is so therapeutic. I just want to make sure you guys are getting something out of reading my posts. So what follows is a little survey. Fill it out if you want to :)
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I'm not sure how long the break will be, but I do know that I will be applying for SDCC 2017 press and I will see you guys there next year! Hope everyone had a great time and don't forget to enter our 4th Blog-iversray giveaway! Thank you nerds!! xx
{I am forever Figuring Out My Place In Time And Space. Learn and grow with me by reading my other heart felt and often over sharing articles!}
Thursday, July 14, 2016
San Diego Comic Con Instagram Photo Challenge 2016
As you all MIGHT know, I have a lil obsession with an app called Instagram. I adore all the photo a day challenges users create. So in 2013 I decided to make one for my MOST favorite time of the year San Diego Comic Con!!! 2014 was the second year and I couldn't stop in 2015 either as it was a continued success and I always have so much fun. I just HAD to continue it again for the fourth year, even if I'm not going to be at the con this year!
Join the rest of The Nerdy Girlie team in the hunt!
What I did last year was make the image below my iPhone's home screen to remind me to take photos!
Join the rest of The Nerdy Girlie team in the hunt!
What I did last year was make the image below my iPhone's home screen to remind me to take photos!
Example on how to caption your photos:
{1. Favorite Cosplayer! My #FavoriteCosplayer at SDCC 2016! #SDCCPhotoHunt #FavoriteCosplayer @thenerdygirlie}
Don't forget to use the hashtag #SDCCPhotoHunt & tag ME {@thenerdygirlie} so I can see ALL of your awesome photos! Get creative and most importantly have FUN! Let the hunt begin on Preview Nigh Wednesday July 20th!!
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Friday, March 25, 2016
5 Fandom Friday: Favorite Geeky Stores
Being nerdy and girlie I love me some geeky fashion! I just started writing an Everyday Cosplay monthly or MORE series over on Syfy's Blastr sister site Fangrrl...check it out HERE! So this prompt is right up my alley. Here is where I shop for all my geek chic looks!
WOW! I loved this prompt! It is after all what my blog is named for. Nerdy and girlie is how I live my life and if I can share that with the world through fashion even better! Don't forget to share YOUR links over on Twitter for a RT and also share your favorite geeky designers in the comments below!
Happy FRI-YAY nerds!
PAST POSTS & COMING SOON:
October 3rd, 2014: Gateway Fandoms That Made Me Who I Am Today
October 10th, 2014: Geeky Clothing Items I Need In My Closet Immediately
October 17th, 2014: Characters I'd Love To Dress Up As For Halloween
October 24th, 2014: My Must See List of Halloween Movies
November 7th, 2014: Comfort Foods That Always Make Me Feel Better
November 14th, 2014: Smart Phone Apps I Cannot Live Without
November 21st, 2014: Characters I Would Invite To My Thanksgiving Feast
November 28th, 2014: Black Friday Purchases I Would Sacrifice A Night Of Sleep For
December 5th, 2014: My Favorite Holiday Songs To Spread Cheer
December 12th, 2014: Presents I Want Santa To Bring Me
December 19th, 2014: My Must See List of Christmas Movies
December 26th, 2014: New Years Blogging Resolutions
January 9th, 2015: My Favorite Things About Winter
January 16th, 2015: Conventions I've Been To Or Wish To Attend
January 23rd, 2015: Songs That Changed My Life
January 30th: Favorite Fandom Accessories I Own
February 6th, 2015: Favorite Funko Pop Figures
February 13th, 2015: Favorite Fictional Couples I Ship
February 20th, 2015: Things I've Bought But Haven't Read/Watched/Played Yet
February 27th, 2015: Character's I Would Name My Kids After
March 6th, 2015: Favorite Snacks/Drinks To Consume While Blogging
March 13th, 2015: My Fictional Boyfriends
March 20th, 2015: My Comfort Films
March 27th, 2015: One Fandom Item Styled Five Different Ways
April 3rd, 2015: 5 Times I Totally Fangirled
April 10th, 2015: 5 Magical Items I Would Love To Own
April 17th, 2015: Favorite Theme Park Rides
April 24th, 2015: Games I Love To Play
May 8th, 2015: Favorite Fictional Moms
May 15th, 2015: Your 5 Most Binge Worthy Shows
May 22nd, 2015: 5 Nerdiest Things You've Ever Done
May 29th, 2015: 5 Fictional Characters You Most Identify With
June 5th, 2015: Comic Book Heroes You Would Like To See With Their Own Series Or Movie via @JaymFace
June 12th, 2015: Favorite Fictional Fathers
June 19th, 2015: Characters With My Favorite Fictional Closet
June 26th, 2015: Fandom Guilty Pleasures via @MeghanSaraK
July 3rd, 2015: Five Favorite Aliens via @MeghanSaraK
July 10th, 2015: Five Spinoffs I'd Like To See Get Made
July 17th, 2015: Five Things You Own That You Bought At Cons
July 24rd, 2015: Five Fictional Vehicles I'd Love To Travel In
July 31st, 2015: Five Fictional Pets I'd Like To Adopt - via Sara Richey
August 7th, 2015:Favorite Wattpad Fan Fictions
August 14th, 2015: Fandom Phrases
August 21st, 2015: Crossovers That Would Make My Heart Explode
August 28th, 2015: Real Life Geeks Who Inspire Me
September 4th, 2015: 5 Fandom Deaths I’m Still Upset About…SPOILERS!
September 11th, 2015: 5 Broadway Roles I'd Love To Play via @n_williams316
September 18th, 2015: 5 Favorite Things About Autumn
September 25th, 2015: 5 Pumpkin Items Cannot Wait To Purchase
October 2nd, 2015: People You Want on Your Side During an Apocalypse (Kendall Ashley)
October 9th, 2015: Favorite Fictional Teachers (Heather Q - Beyond the Aisle)
October 16th, 2015: Things I Love About Halloween
October 23rd, 2015: Characters I Want to Dress Up as for Halloween
October 30th, 2015: Favorite Halloween Episodes of TV Shows
November 13th, 2015: Favorite Seasonal Foods
November 20th, 2015: Fandoms I’m Thankful For
November 27th, 2015: Black Friday NEEDS
December 4th, 2015: Holiday Recommendations
December 11th, 2015: Christmas Wishlist
December 18th, 2015: Holiday Traditions
December 25th, 2015: Holiday Decorations
January 8th, 2016: 5 Ways I Evolved in 2015
January 15th, 2016: 5 Ways I'm Taking Chances In 2016
January 22nd, 2016: Favorite Ways to Netflix and Chill
January 29th, 2016: Favorite Late To The Game TV Discoveries
February 5th, 2016: OTP's
February 12th, 2016: Real Life Womances I Ship
February 19th, 2016: Favorite Cupcakes
February 26th, 2016: 5 Things in My Purse at All Times
March 4th, 2016: Make-Up Friday {Miss a Friday? Pick ANY of the topics below!}
March 11th, 2016: Favorite Fictional Foods
March 18th, 2016: Geeky Tattoos I Want Or Have
March 25th - Favorite Stores To Get Geeky Wears/Wares
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Thursday, February 11, 2016
5 Fandom Friday: Real Life Womances
Are you NEW to 5 Fandom Friday? Welcome and come join along! 5 Fandom Friday was created by myself and Super Space Chick in October of 2014, as a way to get all of our blogger friends keeping on task each week, building a community with our fellow bloggers and connecting with new and old friends once a week! We choose the topics, you do the writing! Let's get inspired together!
This Valentine's Day is dedicated to the women in my life who are always there. Who inspire me. Who love me unconditionally. I love you ladies.
Who's ready for Galentine's Day?! I'm so excited to spend it with my CO Squad and to send love to all the ladies I love! If you are reading this I love you! Thank you for taking the time to be apart of my journey! I love you nerds!
Share YOUR loves in the comments below and head over to Twitter and tag me for a RT!
PAST POSTS & COMING SOON:
October 3rd, 2014: Gateway Fandoms That Made Me Who I Am Today
October 10th, 2014: Geeky Clothing Items I Need In My Closet Immediately
October 17th, 2014: Characters I'd Love To Dress Up As For Halloween
October 24th, 2014: My Must See List of Halloween Movies
November 7th, 2014: Comfort Foods That Always Make Me Feel Better
November 14th, 2014: Smart Phone Apps I Cannot Live Without
November 21st, 2014: Characters I Would Invite To My Thanksgiving Feast
November 28th, 2014: Black Friday Purchases I Would Sacrifice A Night Of Sleep For
December 5th, 2014: My Favorite Holiday Songs To Spread Cheer
December 12th, 2014: Presents I Want Santa To Bring Me
December 19th, 2014: My Must See List of Christmas Movies
December 26th, 2014: New Years Blogging Resolutions
January 9th, 2015: My Favorite Things About Winter
January 16th, 2015: Conventions I've Been To Or Wish To Attend
January 23rd, 2015: Songs That Changed My Life
January 30th: Favorite Fandom Accessories I Own
February 6th, 2015: Favorite Funko Pop Figures
February 13th, 2015: Favorite Fictional Couples I Ship
February 20th, 2015: Things I've Bought But Haven't Read/Watched/Played Yet
February 27th, 2015: Character's I Would Name My Kids After
March 6th, 2015: Favorite Snacks/Drinks To Consume While Blogging
March 13th, 2015: My Fictional Boyfriends
March 20th, 2015: My Comfort Films
March 27th, 2015: One Fandom Item Styled Five Different Ways
April 3rd, 2015: 5 Times I Totally Fangirled
April 10th, 2015: 5 Magical Items I Would Love To Own
April 17th, 2015: Favorite Theme Park Rides
April 24th, 2015: Games I Love To Play
May 8th, 2015: Favorite Fictional Moms
May 15th, 2015: Your 5 Most Binge Worthy Shows
May 22nd, 2015: 5 Nerdiest Things You've Ever Done
May 29th, 2015: 5 Fictional Characters You Most Identify With
June 5th, 2015: Comic Book Heroes You Would Like To See With Their Own Series Or Movie via @JaymFace
June 12th, 2015: Favorite Fictional Fathers
June 19th, 2015: Characters With My Favorite Fictional Closet
June 26th, 2015: Fandom Guilty Pleasures via @MeghanSaraK
July 3rd, 2015: Five Favorite Aliens via @MeghanSaraK
July 10th, 2015: Five Spinoffs I'd Like To See Get Made
July 17th, 2015: Five Things You Own That You Bought At Cons
July 24rd, 2015: Five Fictional Vehicles I'd Love To Travel In
July 31st, 2015: Five Fictional Pets I'd Like To Adopt - via Sara Richey
August 7th, 2015:Favorite Wattpad Fan Fictions
August 14th, 2015: Fandom Phrases
August 21st, 2015: Crossovers That Would Make My Heart Explode
August 28th, 2015: Real Life Geeks Who Inspire Me
September 4th, 2015: 5 Fandom Deaths I’m Still Upset About…SPOILERS!
September 11th, 2015: 5 Broadway Roles I'd Love To Play via @n_williams316
September 18th, 2015: 5 Favorite Things About Autumn
September 25th, 2015: 5 Pumpkin Items Cannot Wait To Purchase
October 2nd, 2015: People You Want on Your Side During an Apocalypse (Kendall Ashley)
October 9th, 2015: Favorite Fictional Teachers (Heather Q - Beyond the Aisle)
October 16th, 2015: Things I Love About Halloween
October 23rd, 2015: Characters I Want to Dress Up as for Halloween
October 30th, 2015: Favorite Halloween Episodes of TV Shows
November 13th, 2015: Favorite Seasonal Foods
November 20th, 2015: Fandoms I’m Thankful For
November 27th, 2015: Black Friday NEEDS
December 4th, 2015: Holiday Recommendations
December 11th, 2015: Christmas Wishlist
December 18th, 2015: Holiday Traditions
December 25th, 2015: Holiday Decorations
January 8th, 2016: 5 Ways I Evolved in 2015
January 15th, 2016: 5 Ways I'm Taking Chances In 2016
January 22nd, 2016: Favorite Ways to Netflix and Chill
January 29th, 2016: Favorite Late To The Game TV Discoveries
February 5th, 2016: OTP's
February 12th, 2016: Real Life Womances I Ship
February 19th, 2016: Favorite Cupcakes
February 26th, 2016: 5 Things in My Purse at All Times
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Friday, July 24, 2015
5 Fandom Friday: Five Fictional Vehicles I'd Love To Travel In
Whose ready to do some nerdy traveling?! Sci fi and fantasy has always been a huge part of my life. So picking five fictional vehicles to travel in was no sweat for me!
4. The Independence Day UFO. THOUGH it would most likely make me sick...I would love to be a passenger with Jeff Goldblum! #nerdswoon. To see outer space would be an amazing and unthinkable dream. Also Independence Day is a top ten favorite flick of mine. Fingers crossed they do not mess up the sequel!
What a fun topic! I predict a LOT of TARDIS and Hogwarts Express picks will be made! :) Tweet me so I can find out and RT your posts! Thank you for participating nerds...Super Space Chick will be announcing August prompts over on her site soon!!
PAST POSTS & COMING SOON:
October 3rd: Gateway Fandoms That Made Me Who I Am Today
October 10th: Geeky Clothing Items I Need In My Closet Immediately
October 17th: Characters I'd Love To Dress Up As For Halloween
October 24th: My Must See List of Halloween Movies
November 7th: Comfort Foods That Always Make Me Feel Better
November 14th: Smart Phone Apps I Cannot Live Without
November 21st: Characters I Would Invite To My Thanksgiving Feast
December 5th: My Favorite Holiday Songs To Spread Cheer
December 12th: Presents I Want Santa To Bring Me
December 19th: My Must See List of Christmas Movies
December 26th: New Years Blogging Resolutions
January 9th: My Favorite Things About Winter
January 16th: Conventions I've Been To Or Wish To Attend
January 23rd: Songs That Changed My Life
January 30th: Favorite Fandom Accessories I Own
February 6th: Favorite Funko Pop Figures
February 13th: Favorite Fictional Couples I Ship
February 20th: Things I've Bought But Haven't Read/Watched/Played Yet
February 27th: Character's I Would Name My Kids After
March 13th: My Fictional Boyfriends
March 20th: My Comfort Films
March 27th: One Fandom Item Styled Five Different Ways
April 3rd: 5 Times I Totally Fangirled
April 10th: 5 Magical Items I Would Love To Own
April 17th: Favorite Theme Park Rides
April 24th: Games I Love To Play
May 8th: Favorite Fictional Moms
May 15th: Your 5 Most Binge Worthy Shows
May 22nd: 5 Nerdiest Things You've Ever Done
May 29th: 5 Fictional Characters You Most Identify With
June 5th - Comic Book Heroes You Would Like To See With Their Own Series Or Movie via @JaymFace
June 12th - Favorite Fictional Fathers
June 19th - Characters With My Favorite Fictional Closet
June 26th - Fandom Guilty Pleasures via @MeghanSaraK
July 3rd - Five Favorite Aliens via @MeghanSaraK
July 10th - Five Spinoffs I'd Like To See Get Made
July 17th - Five Things You Own That You Bought At Cons
July 31st - Five Fictional Pets I'd Like To Adopt - via Sara Richey
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Saturday, July 18, 2015
Nerd HQ 2015 Wrap Up
Confession: I only spent about 2-3 hours at Comic-Con this year. If you needed to find me, the place I spent the most time was Nerd HQ. It’s no secret that Nerd HQ has a special place in my heart. And this year, my con experience wasn’t so much about the celebrities & panels as it was more about the people. I’ve met life-long friends specifically through Nerd HQ, and so my heart just feels that pull every July to be there and make that a priority. I always adore HQ, and this year was no different.
The New Children’s Museum was the venue this year – and I loved it. The Nerd Machine had the entire 3 floors of the building to create a haven for nerds. The bottom floor was for the Conversations for a Cause (which you can see on the Nerd Machine’s YouTube page), the main floor for hanging out, taking photos, and dancing, while the top floor was devoted to gaming. Again, HQ was FREE to enter, and any Conversation ticket or Smiles for Smiles went to Operation Smile.
I was lucky this year and scored 5 different Conversations for a Cause: Zac Levi, Mr. Robot, Nathan Fillion, Badass Women, and The Maze Runner: Scorch Trials. Again, the tickets were $22 and all proceeds went to Operation Smile. With every sold out panel, 16 children will now be able to smile freely. THAT’S INCREDIBLE. There were so many panels this year, and some panelists included: Joss Whedon, Supernatural, The Last Ship, William Shatner, and the founders of Operation Smile (I encourage you to check that one out.)
There were also many old & new faces at the photo booths for Smiles for Smiles this year. Staples like Yvonne Strahovski, Nathan Fillion, and Alan Tudyk were around and some new faces like Hayley Atwell, Clark Gregg, Tyler Posey, and the cast of Con Man joined in on the photo booth fun. Unfortunately, Zac didn’t have a Smiles photo opportunity this year – but folks... he was BUSY. I know if he could have squeezed any more time in his day to do one, he would have. But there is always next year if you missed out to meet the incredible Mr. Levi.
This year there were TWO nerd parties – and they were EPIC. I went to both this year, and each night was incredibly fun. It was great to let loose and blow off some steam and just HAVE FUN. And bonus, a bunch of celebs would often come down to the dance floor and party with us nerds. But for future HQ parties I have a general plea: please DO NOT record/take a pic if a celebrity decides to join you on the dance floor. PLEASE. They are there to have fun and blow off steam too... and wouldn’t you rather DANCE with your favorite celebrity than take a blurry picture of it? I know I would! Everyone is way more comfortable if phones aren’t always out and everyone can just dance together. I know it’s tempting, but just try and enjoy the memory instead of getting in someone’s face with your phone. Trust me, you’ll remember the moment!
Overall I think everything worked really smoothly at HQ this year. The RFID tags worked SO MUCH BETTER than last year and the registration process was generally efficient and easy. The app seemed to be less glitchy and every announcement was either tweeted out or had a push notification on the app. No stadium seating for the Conversations were a bit of a bummer, but they did have TVs in the panel room broadcasting if you couldn’t see. While last year felt a bit crowded at Petco, this year had more of a relaxed/hang out vibe. It wasn’t complete wall to wall people (although traffic was steady) and you truly felt like you could sit on a couch, charge your phone, and chat with people.
Like I said, for me, this year wasn’t about the celebrities... it was about so so much more. Last week was about reconnecting and strengthening bonds with friends, giving to an amazing organization, having FUN, and forgetting the outside world for a while.
I haven't felt like I've truly been able to just breathe and let loose in a long time. But HQ was so good for my soul. It changed me yet again. Thank you, nerds... thank you for laughing with me, smiling with me, giving EPIC hugs, crying with me, and dancin’ with me. You all made this a damn near perfect trip.
It costs nothing to be kind, and I have been blessed beyond measure. <3
I hope your Nerd HQ experience was just as amazing as mine. Onward to NerdHq 2016! As always, thank you for reading! Xoxo
Friday, July 17, 2015
5 Fandom Friday: Five Favorite Swags of SDCC 2015
WE made it nerds to the Friday after SDCC! Everyone recovered?! Luckily I had Monday to recover and have been working all week....boo! LOL This post was originally 5 favorite con purchases...but I'm trying to save a bit and I got so much awesome swag that I just had to share with you my favorites!! It was HARD to narrow it down to five, so I threw in a bonus!
There was tooooooo much awesome at SDCC this year. SO JUST ONE MORE!
Should I say it again...this was one of my FAVE 5 Fandom Friday posts ever! It was so joyful to reminisce about an amazing con! I cannot wait to see your posts, so make sure you tag me on Twitter for a RT! Share your favorites in the comments below too!
PAST POSTS & COMING SOON:
October 3rd: Gateway Fandoms That Made Me Who I Am Today
October 10th: Geeky Clothing Items I Need In My Closet Immediately
October 17th: Characters I'd Love To Dress Up As For Halloween
October 24th: My Must See List of Halloween Movies
November 7th: Comfort Foods That Always Make Me Feel Better
November 14th: Smart Phone Apps I Cannot Live Without
November 21st: Characters I Would Invite To My Thanksgiving Feast
December 5th: My Favorite Holiday Songs To Spread Cheer
December 12th: Presents I Want Santa To Bring Me
December 19th: My Must See List of Christmas Movies
December 26th: New Years Blogging Resolutions
January 9th: My Favorite Things About Winter
January 16th: Conventions I've Been To Or Wish To Attend
January 23rd: Songs That Changed My Life
January 30th: Favorite Fandom Accessories I Own
February 6th: Favorite Funko Pop Figures
February 13th: Favorite Fictional Couples I Ship
February 20th: Things I've Bought But Haven't Read/Watched/Played Yet
February 27th: Character's I Would Name My Kids After
March 13th: My Fictional Boyfriends
March 20th: My Comfort Films
March 27th: One Fandom Item Styled Five Different Ways
April 3rd: 5 Times I Totally Fangirled
April 10th: 5 Magical Items I Would Love To Own
April 17th: Favorite Theme Park Rides
April 24th: Games I Love To Play
May 8th: Favorite Fictional Moms
May 15th: Your 5 Most Binge Worthy Shows
May 22nd: 5 Nerdiest Things You've Ever Done
May 29th: 5 Fictional Characters You Most Identify With
June 5th - Comic Book Heroes You Would Like To See With Their Own Series Or Movie via @JaymFace
June 12th - Favorite Fictional Fathers
June 19th - Characters With My Favorite Fictional Closet
June 26th - Fandom Guilty Pleasures via @MeghanSaraK
July 10th - Five Spinoffs I'd Like To See Get Made
July 17th - Five Things You Own That You Bought At Cons
July 24rd - Five Fictional Vehicles I'd Love To Travel In
July 31st - Five Fictional Pets I'd Like To Adopt - via Sara Richey
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I started blogging in 2012.
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