new york

57 pounds.  i knew without any doubt that my suitcase would be over the weight limit, and frankly, i was just hoping it would be under 75.  that's what happens when you head out on a back to back to back trip that includes 26 degree snowy weather and 75 degree sunny weather.  and for some reason, new york, in particular, always stimulates my over-packing gene.

while i'm not excited to be away from home for so long, this should be a fun an interesting trip.  i'm here in the big apple for a work event which has been the cause of some stress in my life.  it's not a show i'm responsible for, and in fact, for the most part, i have to just show up and look pretty.  but since it is quite literally a red carpet event, that is where the stress comes in.

red carpet isn't really my 'every day' attire, and finding modest formal wear has been a challenge.  i ended up with two dresses and have no idea which of them is more appropriate and it's making me a little crazy.  i guess i should disclose that it's an award show...in fact, it's like the oscars for the gays.

you may remember that in the past, we participated in a variety of pride events.  it's a great demographic but ultimately we determined that the roi was not where we wanted to be, so we are trying something new, and sponsoring this awards show (which is actually three awards shows in ny, la, and san fran).  so basically, i have to put on a dress and go talk to celebrities about pet insurance.  think tina fey or anna paquin will be interested?

maybe now you understand why it's stressing me out!  i don't want to look a gift horse in the mouth - i realize that it's a cool opportunity, but wow, a lot of pressure!

after tomorrow night though, i get to relax a little and catch up with my aunt, uncle & cousin (more on that soon) and deb, and my friend angela who recently moved here, before heading off to toronto for the next event.

can't wait to get this show on the road!