Wahoo! I ordered my season pass on Monday, and lo and behold, it was waiting for me in the mailbox yesterday afternoon. Impressive turnaround, I thought.

Who else has got theirs? I can't believe we're just barely over a month till opening day.

The costuming bug has finally bitten me in the rump and prompted some feverish cutting and sewing. Honestly, why in the heck can't I get motivated for this stuff in, oh, FEBRUARY?!

I've got quite a few things on my plate already: a shirt and doublet for my little brother, finally finishing up my hubby's pirate coat and vest, and, of course, I can't forget to make a little something for myself. I'm hoping to whip together a few quick summer blouses for comfort and coolness. Ones that I can throw in the wash and keep in rotation, ya know? Also want to try my hand a slightly more period outfit. Bought some lovely 100% linen for a working class kirtle.

I used to think it was all about showing off the skillz, parading my best efforts about for everyone to appreciate. But, you know? I've learned it's really about having a great time among friends and keeping comfortable. And you just can't get comfortable in proper stays, a bum roll, farthingale and all sundry of hardware under heavy velvets and brocades. (At least I can't. More power to you if you can.)

Anyone working on some interesting projects? Do tell.

My colleague -- and fellow kilt devotee -- alerted me that today, Feb 15, is International Wear-a-Kilt Day. http://kiltday.com/ Who knew? I certainly didn't. Too bad there's not many kilt-wearing chaps round these parts.

I'll appreciate them all the better come faire season, I suppose. Show me those beautiful, manly calves, gents!

The site above also supports No Pants Day. I'm delighted to hear of such an event. I think it should also include celebratory pancake eating and perhaps a grand fluffy couch, whereupon my pantsless bottom will plant itself the entire day for a Sean Connery movie marathon! Yay!