Ebony extends a friendly hand says to the Swan... So please come in make yourself at home and tell us something about yourself...

Good to have you with us, GoGirl! More Swannies are always welcome!

Welcome to the site, GoGirl!

Welcome, welcome welcome to the new Swannie!

Thanks for the friendly welcome! I am a production manager and teach theater in a university in Illinois. I loved BotP when I was a kid (a very very long time ago!) and was feeling bored and nostalgic last winter and discovered I could rent the episodes on Netflix. And that lead me to Gatchaman! I fell in love with the birdies all over again -- and then discovered the net community for Gatch et al. Transmute Jun, Springie, Ebonyswanne -- I've been reading your fics in different places for a while now, and, well - wow! You ladies are amazing writers. You (and other fic writers) have opened my eyes to so much more fun to be had with Gatachaman. I am honored to be in the company of such clever, creative Swans!

Welcome Gogirl. And now that you have bowed down before the Three Goddesses of Fic writing let me help you up and warn you about the Rubber Room, whips and pokey sticks.

Welcome Gogirl.... the more the merrier around here. Just beware of the rubber room....

Rubber Room . . . that sounds like it has to be the very next place I go after hitting the "post reply" button!!!

Thanks Gogirl. I'm happy to hear you like the fics and enjoy them, sometimes I wonder if different people actually are reading them... Wow, you manage theatre, that must be fun! So when's the next Gatchaman play coming to town???

Originally posted by gogirl212 Transmute Jun, Springie, Ebonyswanne -- I've been reading your fics in different places for a while now, and, well - wow! You ladies are amazing writers. You (and other fic writers) have opened my eyes to so much more fun to be had with Gatachaman. I am honored to be in the company of such clever, creative Swans!

Oh, well, now you've got us all !!! I think I can speak for all three of us when I say that what pleases us most is knowing that we have readers out there who are enjoying our stories. And we hope the 'other fun' with Gatchaman inspires you to have some of your own...

ITA TJ...I'm hardly a goddess of fic...but you made me all warm and fuzzy inside by saying that!

Well, it seems GoGirl has definitely learned the pecking order around here! She knew exactly who to flatter!! to the boards, GoGirl! We're so glad that you've decided to join us!

Smart girl

As a denizen of the theater I will share with you one of our most important bits of lore: There are no small parts, only small actors . . . .I think that applies to gatchamaniacs too -- every contribution is an equally important contribution. But, we do keep a special place in our hearts for the divas, maestros and grande dames!

Originally posted by gogirl212 As a denizen of the theater I will share with you one of our most important bits of lore: There are no small parts, only small actors . . . .I think that applies to gatchamaniacs too -- every contribution is an equally important contribution. But, we do keep a special place in our hearts for the divas, maestros and grande dames!

I like this Gogirl. I will have to remember this. It goes well with what TJ keeps trying to remind me of, as she tries to help me regain my (writing) confidence. And I like you siggie line as well. I guess you are a Tolkien fan as well.

Originally posted by clouddancer [ And I like you siggie line as well. I guess you are a Tolkien fan as well.

I like it too. Anyone who quotes Tolkien is, to me, automatically cool! I've always liked Galadriel's line, "All shall love me, and despair!"

cd, lb -- aren't you both sweet! Tolkien was my first encounter with fantasy writing -- I read it in high school and actually stayed up all night and then stayed home sick the next day to finish reading The Return of the King. cd - I don't know how to do those quote box things, but you said you were getting your writing confidence back . . . well, I have never written and posted anything publicly ever - and never written any gatch fic at all -- so I would be so grateful if you shared any insights you have in the confidence direction.

OMG - hello back to the amazing Eva! -- I was pointed to the Night at the J interactive fic by some taunting swanies trying to make a newbie blush -- it worked! You girls really know how to find fun ways for little birdies to let off some steam! I have lost myself to this site for four hours -- what have you all done to me?

Whoo hoo we got her in!!!

Originally posted by gogirl212 cd, lb -- aren't you both sweet! Tolkien was my first encounter with fantasy writing -- I read it in high school and actually stayed up all night and then stayed home sick the next day to finish reading The Return of the King. cd - I don't know how to do those quote box things, but you said you were getting your writing confidence back . . . well, I have never written and posted anything publicly ever - and never written any gatch fic at all -- so I would be so grateful if you shared any insights you have in the confidence direction.

Gogirl: for the quote thing, at the top of a post you will see three buttons [quote] [edit] and .... I can't remember the other. Anyways click the quote button and then type your message at the bottom. As for confidence thing. TJ is the expert at that. Well her, Springie and Hino have been great helping me start writing again. I started writing my first fic about a year ago and it took me almost 4 months before I gained enough confidence to send it to TJ for her to read. Then it probably took another month or so of her prodding to get me to post it. (I am a very insecure Owl.) Otherwise your confidence to post seems to be great, you have taken the first step and begun posting. Keep doing as you are and soon you will be a full fledged member, addicted to this place and unwilling to take time off. But if you have any problems just ask, there are always friendly folks here who are willing to help.

Welcome Gogirl!

Originally posted by clouddancer Gogirl: for the quote thing, at the top of a post you will see three buttons [quote] [edit] and .... I can't remember the other. Anyways click the quote button and then type your message at the bottom. As for confidence thing. TJ is the expert at that. Well her, Springie and Hino have been great helping me start writing again. I started writing my first fic about a year ago and it took me almost 4 months before I gained enough confidence to send it to TJ for her to read. Then it probably took another month or so of her prodding to get me to post it. (I am a very insecure Owl.) Otherwise your confidence to post seems to be great, you have taken the first step and begun posting. Keep doing as you are and soon you will be a full fledged member, addicted to this place and unwilling to take time off. But if you have any problems just ask, there are always friendly folks here who are willing to help.

for the quote lesson -- I tried to edit out my original quote and just leave your answer - let's see if it worked?! As for posting - you are all have been so welcoming that it is easy to write back and forth with you, but I definitely lurked around for a while to see if anything horrible was likely to happen! Getting up the guts to actually write a fic and post - now that is daunting. But I have a feeling you all will cure me of that too. And Hello back to Meg - it's great to meet you

Originally posted by gogirl212 As for posting - you are all have been so welcoming that it is easy to write back and forth with you, but I definitely lurked around for a while to see if anything horrible was likely to happen! Getting up the guts to actually write a fic and post - now that is daunting. But I have a feeling you all will cure me of that too. And Hello back to Meg - it's great to meet you

I know how you feel GoGirl. Trust me now that you have let it slip that you "might" be interested in writing there will always be someone around to lovingly prod you. It may not come at first, since you need some time to adjust to posting, but it will come. This Owl will always be there to support you. (That is what the Owl does best for her team. That and maybe offer a few suggestions to encourage new stories. )

Now that you mention it cd, I did see a lot of sticks and whips in my perusal of the rubber room. Swans are fierce when they want to get something out of you, I think. It's reassuring to have an Owl around!

Originally posted by clouddancer As for confidence thing. TJ is the expert at that. Well her, Springie and Hino have been great helping me start writing again. I started writing my first fic about a year ago and it took me almost 4 months before I gained enough confidence to send it to TJ for her to read. Then it probably took another month or so of her prodding to get me to post it. (I am a very insecure Owl.)

CD, you have no need to feel insecure! We have all enjoyed the stories you have posted, and we are eager to see more of your AU. I don't know about me being the expert at confidence, but I will admit to being eager to see more fics. So really, I'm just being selfish when I push you to post.

Originally posted by gogirl212 As for posting - you are all have been so welcoming that it is easy to write back and forth with you, but I definitely lurked around for a while to see if anything horrible was likely to happen!

Recently we've had a few people say that they have lurked and finally gotten up the courage to post. This makes me so happy! I'm so glad that you felt that this was a place you could join in, GoGirl!

This place, while slightly overwhelming and (perhaps overstimulating - ha!) in scope, is definitely proving to have friendly birds in the nest. I really appreciate everyone's efforts to make this such a warm welcome. I am however a little concerned that I am starting to feel a bit addicted . . . is this normal? Will it wear off? (I've been reading all sorts of things today - of course I do have the day off so its not like its interfering with my job . . .yet.)

Oh yes this place is very addicting. And hopefully it will not wear off and will not interfere with you job either.

Originally posted by gogirl212 I am however a little concerned that I am starting to feel a bit addicted . . . is this normal? Will it wear off? (I've been reading all sorts of things today - of course I do have the day off so its not like its interfering with my job . . .yet.)

From my own experience, it does not wear off. Whether it's "normal" or not is another matter...

Oh GoGirl...you are definitely one of us now...if this tells you anything, I've been around for two years now...and still going strong! As much as I love Gatch, though, I think it has something to do with the great, supportive gatchamaniacs around here...

Originally posted by gogirl212 I am however a little concerned that I am starting to feel a bit addicted . . . is this normal? Will it wear off? (I've been reading all sorts of things today - of course I do have the day off so its not like its interfering with my job . . .yet.)

It's normal, but eventually you will have read all of the past posts and then you will have less to 'update' on all of the time.

I know it's a bit late but welcome to the mad house.

Ahhhh, our frisker is back!!! You have been missed Met.

Doesn't sound like it. sounds like you all had fun at Snzk J with this newbie. Pity I wasn't there, oh well, my lounge (front room) looks very nice anyway.

Originally posted by Metaliant Doesn't sound like it. sounds like you all had fun at Snzk J with this newbie. Pity I wasn't there, oh well, my lounge (front room) looks very nice anyway.

Met your Eagle smile and your frisking are always missed around here.

I think I wait until she's near a corner before jumping and frisking her.....just don't tell her.

Finally, the much lauded and clearly revered Met appears! Now that I've had two days to acclimate, Frisking by an Eagle does not sound like suck a bad thing. I might frisk back though (TJ properly reminded me of the power of the Swan in Eagle-related situations). It's nice to meet you, Met!

Originally posted by gogirl212 Finally, the much lauded and clearly revered Met appears! Now that I've had two days to acclimate, Frisking by an Eagle does not sound like suck a bad thing. I might frisk back though (TJ properly reminded me of the power of the Swan in Eagle-related situations).

And with that statement, you make it clear to everyone that you are truly one of us, GoGirl!

Originally posted by gogirl212 Finally, the much lauded and clearly revered Met appears! Now that I've had two days to acclimate, Frisking by an Eagle does not sound like suck a bad thing. I might frisk back though (TJ properly reminded me of the power of the Swan in Eagle-related situations). It's nice to meet you, Met!

Morning, afternoon and evening and that's Sunday over. If nobody has made you mad yet, don't worry, I will do it for you......of course there's a fee and everybody here's knows that fee will be paid in pints of beer and it will all go on somebody's tab.

Originally posted by Transmute Jun

Originally posted by gogirl212 Finally, the much lauded and clearly revered Met appears! Now that I've had two days to acclimate, Frisking by an Eagle does not sound like suck a bad thing. I might frisk back though (TJ properly reminded me of the power of the Swan in Eagle-related situations).

And with that statement, you make it clear to everyone that you are truly one of us, GoGirl!

aww . . . thanks!

Originally posted by gogirl212 (TJ properly reminded me of the power of the Swan in Eagle-related situations).

Ahh, but did she explain how it doesn't always work when a female Eagle is involved?? We're a bit more cunning than our male counterparts... (no offense to the male Eagles around here, but by being female, we understand the Swans a little better... Ok, maybe the word "understand" is a bit much... I mean, does anyone here really understand the Swans???)

Originally posted by gogirl212 I am however a little concerned that I am starting to feel a bit addicted . . . is this normal? Will it wear off? (I've been reading all sorts of things today - of course I do have the day off so its not like its interfering with my job . . .yet.)

Addiction?? What addiction? Y'mean going through withdrawal if you're away from the board for more than 12 hours?? Constantly having to check to see what the latest posts and insanity is? Knowing more about the people on this board than some of your friends IRL?? Is that an addiction????? And, no, it doesn't wear off. You're stuck here... Now take this pass and go to the end of the line on the right to pick up your numbered civies and yo-yo bomb....

Originally posted by Hinotori

Originally posted by gogirl212 (TJ properly reminded me of the power of the Swan in Eagle-related situations).

... I mean, does anyone here really understand the Swans???)

Ask a silly question, then you will probably get either a silly answer, yo yo bomb or an exploding muffin.

Originally posted by Hinotori

Originally posted by gogirl212 (TJ properly reminded me of the power of the Swan in Eagle-related situations).

Ahh, but did she explain how it doesn't always work when a female Eagle is involved?? We're a bit more cunning than our male counterparts... (no offense to the male Eagles around here, but by being female, we understand the Swans a little better... Ok, maybe the word "understand" is a bit much... I mean, does anyone here really understand the Swans???)

Do you think a Female Eagle and the Swan could/would be BFF, or would they end up just incessantly fighting over the Condor?

I think I shall defer to the Swan on this one... (but my answer is "Yes!", though we do fight over the Eagle more than the Condor!)

Hino is right that as a female Eagle she does, to some extent, stand in both worlds of females and Eagles. That being said, Hino isn't nearly as mischievous as the Swans are. She's too straightforward Eagle to see some of our little plots until it's too late....

I know this is late but I really mean it...WELCOME! WELCOME! WELCOME Gogirl! You're a production manager at a theatre? I've always wished I could work in theatre. Do you have any plays or playwrights that are your favorites?

Hi CF!! It' never too late to say "welcome" -- everyone is so friendly here - it's just amazing. I feel very lucky to have a career that is also connected to something I love. Theater people are very special - we get bit by that bug and it just never leaves us. I am just lucky it is my job too - not everyone gets that chance. My "specialization" is actually in original, non-scripted works (think creating an hour-long dance spectacle with club lighting, video feeds, human rigging and pointe shoes in a warehouse) - things where you gather together a group of performers, designers and tech and create the work. Sometimes that includes scripts and spoken word and sometimes it is pure visual/movement. My favorite playwrights are often ones I get to work with personally - but I am a sucker for Shakespeare (love the angst, archetypes and high drama) but my favorite modern playwrights are David Mamet, Susan Lori Parks, Paula Vogel, John Guare, oh I could just go on and on!! What plays/playwrights do you enjoy?

Originally posted by Transmute Jun Hino is right that as a female Eagle she does, to some extent, stand in both worlds of females and Eagles.

Well,, I'm hoping that since I'm both female and Eagle, I'm firmly ensconced in both worlds - especially the female one!

That being said, Hino isn't nearly as mischievous as the Swans are. She's too straightforward Eagle to see some of our little plots until it's too late....

Y'know, I'd make a snappy comeback if it wasn't for the fact that you're so right!

Originally posted by Hinotori

That being said, Hino isn't nearly as mischievous as the Swans are. She's too straightforward Eagle to see some of our little plots until it's too late....

Y'know, I'd make a snappy comeback if it wasn't for the fact that you're so right!

Originally posted by gogirl212 Hi CF!! It' never too late to say "welcome" -- everyone is so friendly here - it's just amazing. I feel very lucky to have a career that is also connected to something I love. Theater people are very special - we get bit by that bug and it just never leaves us. I am just lucky it is my job too - not everyone gets that chance. My "specialization" is actually in original, non-scripted works (think creating an hour-long dance spectacle with club lighting, video feeds, human rigging and pointe shoes in a warehouse) - things where you gather together a group of performers, designers and tech and create the work. Sometimes that includes scripts and spoken word and sometimes it is pure visual/movement. My favorite playwrights are often ones I get to work with personally - but I am a sucker for Shakespeare (love the angst, archetypes and high drama) but my favorite modern playwrights are David Mamet, Susan Lori Parks, Paula Vogel, John Guare, oh I could just go on and on!! What plays/playwrights do you enjoy?

I too love Shakespeare; I find it fascinating that his works still hold relevance today. I also enjoy Oscar Wilde. I'm more inclined to musicals--Rodgers & Hammerstein, et al. I really enjoy Andrew Lloyd Webber too.