I have met some ‘famous’ people over the years, and while I may be in awe of their talent, they generally turn out to be people pretty much like me. I know that. But at the moment, it’s rather difficult to BELIEVE it.
As you’ve noticed if you’ve read this blog for any time, I love Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander series, and I am amazed by her talent and her generosity to her fans and other writers. I have posted questions on her Facebook page and on the Compuserve Writers’ Forum, and she has provided helpful (and sometimes lengthy) responses.
For these reasons, I am hyperventilating as this week ticks by, because in less than 48 hours I will be meeting Diana Gabaldon (and J. J. Lee, Jack Whyte, Mary Balogh, Anne Perry and Michael Slade, not to name drop or anything) 🙂 at a fund raiser for the Surrey Writers’ Conference, and on Saturday I have the honour of sharing the scene that Diana had helped me with in a 15 minute blue pencil appointment at the conference. I am nervous, excited, and slightly terrified of making a fool of myself.
My son said, “Just don’t be a fan, Mom. Be professional.”
Yeah. Easier said than done, kid!
Shawn L. Bird 
How very cool. I read her books. I am so happy for you!
😀 Thanks Rebecca!
Just remember that they were all fans of someone once too. You’ll be fine Shawn.You’re a natural at nice and that makes any little ‘oops’ instantly forgiveable.But if you make one and feel awkward, try to acknowledge it and turn it into a laugh.xx Hugs
Thanks! I’ll just try not to be a pest!