Friend of Faire Preview Weekend

[Merlin the Elder]

I recall one year that they actually said that they "preferred" you not be in garb, but I haven't seen anything since that year. Perhaps they were concerned that the new cast might get confused as to who was and wasn't cast...I don't know. We came last year, not mundane, but not extravagantly garbed either, however, we had sent in our photo for the pass.

There was a van full of folks from north Texas that showed up last year, thinking it was opening weekend and tried to talk their way in. While I kinda felt sorry for them having made the trip and all, the day really is the one major perk of being FoF, and getting the shire to yourselves.

We've had great fun the past couple of preview events, even though we didn't know anybody. With all the friends we've made here since last May, it will be making it all the more fun and special. We'll be arriving about noon and will have various beverages on board Homer, the Odyssey for anyone making contact.

[Your Grace]

Merlin thanks for the info!  I think we will probably show in the mundane as we will still be trying to get out garb together.  I hope we are not the only ones!

[Merlin the Elder]

You shant be, Your Grace, at least based on my past experience. Last year, I just wore some wrap pants and a linen shirt, and Nim wore a dress she wears out in the `dane world. It wasn't anything that would have caught any looks from the muggles, but it was enough for us to get into the mood, as it were.

Lady Kett & Doña...what are you and your subordinates planning on wearing? You coming `dane as well? (I take my queues from them, Your Grace...they know the drill...  )

Please make yourself known to me at the event. I can't quite make out your face in your avatar.

[Your Grace]

Merlin we look forward to seeing you on that grand day! 

[LadyStitch]

LadyStitch, I'm sorry you won't be there. We're planning on noonish with some fast food lunch and some parking lot wine. They'll start taking pictures for passes about 1:00pm so wuite a few people will show up in garb. That's always worth watching for a bit before going in.

Part of me is wishing I could get a ride down there but since we tend to live away from the other rennies (as far as we know) I won't get to go.  It's big bummer but it happens.

[Lady Kett]

We're going in 'danes as far as I know. Sidekick might wear a kilt but otherwise mundanish accessories. Likely to be wearing silly Ren Faire saying shirts from our travels. I suspect we'll aim for Noonish also and have a few beverages to share.

Merlin, are you staying in town through the week or making back to back round trips?

[Merlin the Elder]

We'll head back Monday morning, and return Friday, hopefully with our friends in tow.

[DonaCatalina]

I did not think you could go to the preview in garb?  

They used to request no garb, but now that a lot of people show up to have their photo passes made; that pretty much did away with the no garb rule.
His Lordship and I will be in 'danes since we already have our passes.
Look for me when you get there. I promise there will only be one blue Smart Car in the parking lot.

[Ryk Rakham]

Well, it's official...we won't make it. Just talked to our daughter and she needs us to help her move from Wichita Falls to Shawnee, OK this weekend. But, everyone have a good time and we will see you all at opening gate on opening day!

[Merlin the Elder]

...Look for me when you get there. I promise there will only be one blue Smart Car in the parking lot.

If I fold down the seats in Homer, the Odyssey, we can hide your Smart Car in the back...

Sorry you're going to miss Preview, Ryk. Let that be a lesson to you: Never answer the phone when you have plans.

UPDATE: It's supposed to be in the 90s in the Dallas area Sunday... come naked.

[DonaCatalina]

Well, it's official...we won't make it. Just talked to our daughter and she needs us to help her move from Wichita Falls to Shawnee, OK this weekend. But, everyone have a good time and we will see you all at opening gate on opening day!

I'm sorry to hear that. But I hope to see you opening day.

[eloquentXI]

90's?  Jeesh. Looks like I'll be wearing a light sundress that day...

Can Texas make up its mind, already! 50's this week, high 80's to low 90's this weekend?

Do not like!

[Merlin the Elder]

Yeah, at least that's what The Weather Channel is saying. They're down to 90 now.

I'm going to end up losing friends at this rate. When I went to Sherwood in MID-FEBRUARY, it was pushing 80 on Saturday, I think. I had to get rid of my robe after about 15 minutes in the faire because I was roasting!

(PS: I may have to wear a sundress, too!)

[LadyStitch]

Merlin, I would suggest investing in a LINEN wizard's robe. You will find the breeze i much nicer, especially this far south of the Mason dixon line 

[Merlin the Elder]

Yes...thanks, Lady Stitch. I'm going to look for one opening weekend. Does anyone remember seeing such a garment anywhere at Scarby?  I've tried Googling, but have yet to find one.

I may have to have one commissioned. Lady Stitch, I'd like to visit with you in that regard for future reference, because I know you're a bit preoccupied these days!