So I had orientation for my new “day job” today at Exel (2nd largest company in the world). I am pretty excited about having a “normal” job again. For someone in the media as much as I am, or “Local Celebrity” as several people have called me, I’m sure not rich! lol So, its going to be comforting to have a job to cover the bills again. I will be working nights, and I suppose that is okay for awhile. Over time I hope to make my way to a first shift position, but as they say, “get in where you fit in”.
My decision to take on this new position has caused me to cancel over a dozen photo shoots and work on rebooking with those people, and I want to thank everyone for having patients with me as I make this new transition.
After work I had a meeting with a seamstress and designer. My “Mr Willy” character is going to be taking on a couple new looks! For those who don’t know much about “Mr. Willy”, he has 2 different styles… One is a vintage and somewhat formally dressed goth romantic and the other style is industrial. After the meeting, I’m very anxious to see the ideas for the new Mr Willy wardrobe come together. The new industrial look will be coming soon, and the new romantic will debut at The Indy Horror Film Festival most likely. Stay tuned for details to come!
Open Mic Monday Night has been quite busy this evening. It is currently broadcasting live on Limitless Radio with me as your host of course! Be sure to check it out! And for those of you wondering, I will still be hosting open mic every Monday even with the new job. So come out and support the awesome independent artists!
Happy Monday Everyone!
~ W
So while I was on myspace today, I visited my pugs page for the first time in a very long time… I miss her greatly. She has been staying with my grandparents since I left for Nashville nearly a year ago. Now that I am finally starting a new job tomorrow, I’m am very anxious to find a new place to live so I can get her back. She has been with me through 2 marriages, 2 divorces, 2 kids, several surgeries, cancer scares, girlfriends and moves… So as you can imagine she is quite close to me. So, today I thought I would create her a fan page on facebook. CLICK HERE TO CHECK IT OUT!
I Miss You “Fatty – Q”!!!
Its a very rare occasion that I ever get time away from my ridiculously busy life involving production, photography and paranormal research. But over the weekend I was able to spend a little quality time with my girlfriend Mikka. Our choice of entertainment, Parnera Bread for some soup and then off to see Disney’s new Alice in Wonderland as directed by Tim Burton and starting Johnny Depp as the Mad Hatter and Mia Wasikowska as Alice.
The french onion soup in a sour dough bread bowl at Panera Bread was excellent! But I must say the movie was so much better! We took a short drive to The Market Square Cinima in Dekalb IL to learn that showings for this long anticipated film were selling out very quickly… So we were left with the option to see it in 2D or wait an extra two and a half hours and see it in 3D… We were anxious and waited in line forever as it was, so we selected the 2D showing. If I had to make the same decision again, I surely would have waited tho! This film was amazing in regards to the quality of the graphics, characters, animation and special effects. This one is a true jewel to the Disney volt. I do have to say that the small changes to the storyline from past versions and original writings by Lewis Carroll didn’t do much to help the film nor harm it. I was very pleased to see it. It is the first time that I have ever consider seeing a movie the 2nd time in theaters just for the sake of seeing it in 3D, but the graphics are just that outstanding. Bravo! On a scale of 1 to 10 I give this film a 9. ~ W
Well, I released most of them today anyway… I am still waiting on one more confirmation. I hope to hear from that person in the next couple days or I will just be forced to give the spot to someone else. Regardless, I’m very happy with the list of names we have selected for this event.. They Are: Vince Wilson, Jeff Belanger, Dale Kaczmarek, George Hawrylenko, Ursula Bielski and myself of course. I have to thank Chad Griffiths and Amanda Schuvie for joining the 2010 Production Team! We have already been very hard at work planning out the 2011 conference as well! But before we get to far ahead of ourselves.. here is some of what is in store for this years event!
Friday Aug. 13th we are going to have a paranormal meet & greet & swap meat! Basically filling The House Cafe with vendor tables to people can bring in equipment to sell and/or trade! Also have areas to visit and get to know the other investigators! The few who have heard about this so far have been very excited about it and feel it will make for a great opening to the weekend! Then those who get one of the very limited tickets, will get the opportunity to investigate The Independent Rock Barn! Non investigation ticket holders will be able to hang out and enjoy further socializing and most likely live Music! Going to be a great night!
Saturday the conference will feature all of the speakers mentioned above! A lot to see listen to and learn during Saturdays presentations. Saturday late night will feature live entertainment and a Haunted Tour & Investigations for ticket holders at The Historic Egyptian Theatre!
That is details thus far. I truly hope to see lots of people there. For the most up to date details watch the official website: www.AfterlifeParanormal.com
~ W
Willy Adkins is the founder of Afterlife Paranormal, The Paranormal Research Community & The Illinois Ghost Hunters. He will host and speak at The 2010 Afterlife Paranormal Conference on August 14th 2010 at The House Cafe in Dekalb IL!
Willy will talk about the goals and future of Afterlife Paranormal. He will give a lecture about building your paranormal group, no budget advertising, networking and marketing a group in the paranormal industry. You will learn the benefits of cross promoting and working with others. More Details to come!
For More Info About Mr Willy Adkins:
www.AfterlifeParanormal.com
www.IllinoisGhostHunters.com
www.ParanormalResearchCommunity.com
www.MrWillysLair.com
www.SpookShowEntertainment.com
I hope to be able to write in this blog regularly about all the misc things I’m involved in. Family, Ghost Hunting, Event Hosting, Photography, Producing, TV, Radio, Film and Music Events… I’ll be blogging about it all here!
Feel free to comment on any misc posts, constructive criticism is welcomed however being rude is not.
Thank you all for taking interest in me and what I do!
~ Mr Willy
Thanks to all who voted!
Welcome to my new website! Recently all of the Spook Show Entertainment websites moved to a new server and have undergone complete rebuilds. Please be patient as I get all of the bugs worked out and the website up to speed!
Thanks for visiting!
~ Mr Willy
