Soulart[TK] Posted May 8, 2018 Report Share Posted May 8, 2018 Expo number 2 for me in this 3 week con circuit. I had promised myself this year on command staff I would attend each of our provinces Expos and support our members and Garrison. Do PR, work hard, encourage membership growth and Garrison fellowship. As the Badlands Garrison is responsible for the provinces Alberta Saskatchewan and Manitoba, I thought it only fair to at least travel once to our Comic conventions or expos throughout our provinces. The first began end of April 26-29 (which miraculously, I just posted!) The next weekend was May 5/6 was Regina Fan Expo. This was a much nicer expo. Less people. More chances to truly talk with people and explaining what we do and why. In hindsight, I should have planned a panel on what we are, but I only decided I could attend this one a week or so before it happened! It’s amazing what one can accomplish if determined! My brother wanted to attend Regina, but as I was already in Calgary, then 2 weeks later in another province trooping for our sister Garrison, I felt I couldn’t attend. Well.... that changed quickly when I looked at the attendance... we talked and felt that if we go all out for Calgary or Edmonton, we must do the same for Saskatchewan and Manitoba’s cons. So, now I was going. And of course I was dragging Peter along! Next my TK twin was coming! Then Damon and Reesa. And Tim! What fun! Road trip! (Stupid long drive after an already long drive there and back to Calgary!) we met up with fellow Albertans Lori and Allen. I was excited! I had not trooped with many of the Saskatchewan members, and I was truly excited to meet them. The drive was 13 hours for me to get there, and the van was loaded to the coconuts with body parts, costumes, crates, legion paraphernalia and excited humans! We arrived tired, cramped, completed set up, had a tasty meal with our host Mike whom graciously accepted ALL of us into his home, then decided to troop the Relay For Life late that night! Wow.... ok... I was tired. Dead tired. But happy. We shared so many laughs, hugs, food and fellowship. I’m SO glad I went. I met more amazing humans I’m grateful to know, shared my Captain with a gentleman that treasured her. Connected with people that I know I will cherish, bonded deeply with the several I traveled with, and most importantly, supported our Saskatchewan province members with energy, more troopers, and comraderie. I had a spectacular time! It means a great deal to me to have shared this traveling experience with my Brother (CO) and my TK Twin (GML) with our dear friends Damon (GWL) Reesa (Handler extraordinaire) and Tim. (Comic relief and PloKoon) we will talk about this adventure for years to come I’m certain! HA! HA HA! ️ these things (our Pajama/college frat party sleepover) bring people closer together. Help to build strength within the Garrison, and ultimately the connection we know as family. I love this family! Bring on this upcoming weekend and con 3! With a happy heart, Teresa SoulArt TK 41307 Badlands Garrison Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GilFran007 Posted May 8, 2018 Report Share Posted May 8, 2018 Looks like you're having a blast! Badlands Garrison rocks!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dracotrooper Posted May 9, 2018 Report Share Posted May 9, 2018 That Vader shot with the TKs - film worthy! I like the mando shot as well - Ya'll always having fun! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soulart[TK] Posted May 9, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2018 Yes. I love the amount fun we do have together. This was a very fun trip. One we will remember TIL the end of our days. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wook1138[TK] Posted May 9, 2018 Report Share Posted May 9, 2018 Now I feel even worse for missing it. Gee, thanks Teresa. Just teasing. Which Manitoba event are you planning on going to? C4? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soulart[TK] Posted May 9, 2018 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2018 Now I feel even worse for missing it. Gee, thanks Teresa. Just teasing. Which Manitoba event are you planning on going to? C4? Yes. C4. October weekend before Halloween. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt. Phasma Posted May 18, 2018 Report Share Posted May 18, 2018 Is it wrong that I'm already filled with so much excitement and I haven't even started my build yet? Like, I'm generally a super shy, socially awkward person, but seeing everybody having so much fun...makes me feel more comfortable, I guess? Like, I already feel like part of the family, if that makes more sense. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrates[TK] Posted June 2, 2018 Report Share Posted June 2, 2018 Peter wasn’t the only one stuck in the back, and the creepy mannequin parts looking at me. Epic times with as always dear twin!Thanks for sharing a beautiful write up!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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