My first con of the season!
I was looking forward to this convention with a mixture of excitement and nervousness.
Everybody assured me I would do fine including my father who called the night before with a pep talk and sharing his experience in giving speeches I was still a nervous wreck
Don't laugh
While I rushed through the prep, packing all my props and outfits, setting out food and entertainment for the cat during my absence
Didnt really notice that I had left
While I was in transit and getting my hair fixed thought raged in my mind
"What do I say?" "What to do?"
"People watching me I feel like I'm back in high school forensics"
Yes silly I know....
So I arrived on the scene at Holiday Inn and got a glimpse of the amazing costumes
And gadgets
and got more nervous
So I decided to take tea time in the parlor. And even the delicious nibbles and robust peach tea did nothing to soothe my nerves
Well the staff and my fellow panelists put my fears to rest. Even praising my work which was unexpected. I met the leader of the Meetup group I'm associated with. We had met briefly hi and bye at DragonCon parade but after getting to know him, we became fast friends.
He along with my fellow panelists boosted my confidence and reassured me. The audience warmed to me and I even gained more fans. Though only two panels, this experience is making think I can do this. And I'm ready for more!
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