so, squidfire, in typical squidfire fashion, was a pretty great show. not super stressful crowded, but a fun trip to baltimore (which, since we're pretty deeply entrenched into season one of the wire, was kind of entertaining in and of itself), and a really nice day (once those am showers cleared up...). we got to see some great etsy sellers - built in pittsburgh (remember when they were jetsetter in philadelphia?), drgceramics (i bought a mug! yay!), rebounddesigns, imogeneandannie and so many more... this was cute erik's first time helping at a show, and i think he was surprised at how... relaxing? (i kind of never relax, so this was probably surprising...) it is once you're there and set up, just sitting and enjoying the weather and conversation with whoever stops by. so nice.
you need to watch this amazing, robot-lovin' video by crankbunny. so amazing, beautiful and brilliant.
in other news, i'm planning on visiting the penny arcade change counter thing at commerce bank soon, with my nearly-full half gallon of change. so, since last year was fun, i'm taking guesses again at how much is in the jar. to give everyone a fair shot, last year's total was $186.37, but the jar was a bit more full than it is this time around. price is right style rules apply (again), and two other commenters who leave a guess will also get a little girlscantell treat. so, comment away with your guesses!
