Trying to reach SRM directly? So was I... and other notes

[kinzel]

Note:
News this morning was that the leedle bit of storm that came through here was nasty enough where our server is to cause some problems; and now the problems are fixed. What happened? Something a bit like this: http://bangornews.com/detail/50328.html ... but it looks like electrons are back on target today.

and then ...

Note:
for you pilots out there:
general aviation airports at risk...
http://www.wmtw.com/video/17404535/index.html

You railfans of Texas:
http://www.beltonjournal.com/index.php/news/34-news/328-railroad-museum-looking-for-volunteers
have something to do now....

and for you financial news fans:
Note:
http://morningsentinel.mainetoday.com/news/local/5383089.html

the thing is that, as writers and publishers, despite having the largest mailing list we've ever had we're seeing a ... softening ... in what people can afford to do and what people are willing to commit to. I think gas prices and that general unwillingness to commit was one of the reasons Denvention was not as large as it could have been, and I suspect that if the mood continues the combination of needing to cross borders and spend lots will have a negative impact on Anticipation as well ... with the added burden that we can't tell at this distance if the current tiny conversion advantage the US$ has will maintain.

Well, things will be changing, one way or another. You can quote me.

Comments

[msmemory.livejournal.com]

Yes, pretty much all the fans I know are spending less, driving less. We're seeing something of a return to the potluck, DIY, schmooze around the house sort of get-together instead of the three-Cosmo + steak socializing.

I think the scheduling for both Denvention and Anticipation is also an issue for any Anachronists in fandom, as they conflict with the Pennsic War, the SCA's biggest event.

[xinef.livejournal.com]

Thanks for the link re the general aviation airport at risk. As the owner and pilot of a small plane, this is an issue my husband is very aware of.