So this afternoon I registered and found my room. It’s fine, but it would have been nice to have a fridge. 

Today blew my mind and it had nothing to do with Romantic Times. Earlier in my stay I met the wonderful John Zweifel, who did the White House in Miniature, which goes around all the Presidential libraries and other exhibits. John is the nicest man imaginable and because of our shared interest in miniatures, I was able to introduce him to Ken Rubin, the husband of Kathryn Falk, who owns Romantic Times. John showed us some of his collection, and it blew me away. Miniatures of fairs, circuses, he has some wonderful collectibles that would otherwise have been destroyed, like the first fairground carousel horse in the country. He and his sons run an events business, and they do a lot for Disney among other things, as well as sets. All this gave me several ideas for new stories. I am always amazed by the hospitality and kindness of Americans when I come over to visit.

Back to Romantic Times. The hotel was bustling this afternoon, busy with convention goers arriving and registering. I love the hum and the excitement at the beginning of these events. It’s better than Christmas. Off to the Ellora’s Cave private party tonight!