Just a Few Things

Last week I submitted my latest Saucers, Slips, and Cigarettes column to Nancy at UFO Magazine. The deadlines always catch me off guard, for some reason. I managed to finish, though!

The piece is called The Mediocrity of the Great Oz and talks (mostly) about how the abundance of information within Ufology has actually made me more skeptical of the ETH, when typically, you might expect the opposite. And yes, I am aware that many believe the so-called '4th Density' to be a non-physical realm, in which case, cocaine use would probably be non-existent. It was just funnier that way. Confused? You won't be after this episode issue of Soap UFO Magazine. Context is everything.

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Ufology: Live at Budokan

It is often said that within ufology, the internal dialog is often more about it’s players than the phenomenon itself. While this is probably true in many fields of interest, it seems to glare more harshly in ufology.

In fact, ufology feels so propelled by the celebrity aspect, that it makes one wonder if there is really a true and deep interest in the subject by certain names, or if it’s a vessel for mediocre fame by those who might not otherwise gain notoriety. Big in Japan.

Hey, it worked for Cheap Trick.

In the case of abduction research and hypnotic regression, names like Budd Hopkins and David Jacobs are reminiscent to some of old-Hollywood royalty: even if they’re bad actors, they still get the headlines. And like Hollywood, interest is more often placed on the people themselves than the details of their work. Fans tend to cling to the legendary status of the figures they admire and adore, simply because of headlines, causing them to brush away criticism of their work, citing blasphemy.

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A Little Slap & Tickle

I want to express my thanks for the support I’ve received regarding the kooky, yet entertaining attempt at an assassination piece (UFO Mag Columnist is an Insult To Readers) written by David P. Kuhlman in UFO Digest. Extra-special thanks go out to Lesley Gunter for her write-up on The Debris Field, and of course, Regan Lee for her hilariously wonderful article “Brazen Hussies Invade Earth! Serious UFO Research Attacked!" (with the delicious subtitle: “Cigarette Smoking Woman Single-handedly brings down UFO research! In her slip, no less!").

A few people have asked if I was going to respond to the original article by my admirer, Mr. Kuhlman -- but what is there to really say that wasn't already addressed by Lesley and Regan? I dunno, I'll give it a whirl anyway:

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Oh, Dear - I’ve Done It Again!

"UFO Mag Columnist is an Insult To Readers"

Beautiful post over at UFO Digest about yours truly. Take a peak!

http://www.ufodigest.com/article/ufo-mag-columnist-insult-readers


Apparently, I've helped tarnish the good name and respectability of UFOlogy.


PS the lipstick is actually Rimmel shade 136 Balistic.

Collapsed Starstuff (And Other Stuff Too)

I'm just finishing up my next column for UFO Magazine. Got to it a little late, as my world has been nothing short of strange and chaotic since mid August. But Autumn is here, my mind has calmed, and I'm looking forward to the colder months with what remaining leaves there are on the trees, followed by the onset of Winter (I am hopeful for a decent amount of snow in Portland, this year).

I'd been out of touch for the last few months, as noted, and so the the last couple of weeks have been spent catching up on all the UFOlogical zaniness I had missed. Not a whole Hell of a lot has happened (much to my unsurprise). There were some predictions, some more sightings, some speculations on the possible rocket launch in in Southern California, the failure of Jeff Peckman's kooky ballot measure and such, but that's been about it.

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Saucers, Slips, and Cigarettes

Just a few lines to let you know that my first column, Saucers, Slips, and Cigarettes (which is really just an introductory piece) is now available in the latest edition of UFO Magazine (Vol. 24 No. 1, Issue #154).

If you pick it up, be sure to also check out the columns of Regan Lee & Lesley Gunter, not to mention the piece Aliens vs. Predator: The Incredible Visitations at Emma Woods, by Jeremy Vaeni!

I haven't gotten around to the other articles and columns yet, but I'm sure there are more great pieces in this issue. Give it a go!


Thanks for reading!

~Deirdre

Cool News

I've had a busy month - some of which has even been UFO related.

I have 2 book reviews in the newest issue of JAR Magazine #9, which came out a 2 weeks ago and I have also been working on the re-design of JAR's new website which should be launched within the month.

The biggest news, however, came unexpectedly a little over a week ago. Nancy Birnes contacted me and asked if I would be interested in having a column in UFO Magazine. I gladly accepted this offer and have already sent in my first piece, which is basically an introduction. I think she is is gearing up to put it in the next issue, so if you are a subscriber, check it out!


More soon!

~Deirdre

Update - New UFO Magazine Blog Article

Hello everyone!

Just a quick update to let you know I have a new article up at the UFO Magazine blog: Miss Sakamoto and the Commotion of Spheres.

I'm hoping to have something up here soon, as well as something on Women of Esoterica.

Take care!

UFO Magazine - The Art of Chasing Tail

Just letting y'all know I have a new article up at the UFO Magazine:

The Art of Chasing Tail

It delves into the question of why I am interested in UFOlogy and what I hope to gain from my involvement. And no, I don't really come to any solid conclusions *wink*

A new IHW post will be coming up shortly, so stay tuned!

My UFO Magazine Blog Introduction

My first blog post is up at UFO Magazine - It's really only an introduction and a lot of it you probably already know -- but if you want to read it, here it is:

The Girl Who Talked Too Much: An Introduction

You'll be happy to know that I mention wine at least once.

My Secret, Scandalous Love Affair

I work a lot with WordPress. A lot, a lot. It's the software of choice for most people & businesses looking for a CMS. It's functionality is pretty damn sweet and with it's standalone package available for running off your own hosted account (and the fact it is almost completely customizable), WordPress is a no-brainer... except for one thing:

I have this secret love affair with Blogger.

While many moved on past Blogger once they became more serious bloggers, and took up residence at sites like WordPress and Live Journal, I've stayed here (I do briefly mention UFOs here, eventually). It hasn't always been easy, and there have been some major frustrations with it over the year -- namely, the use of Google's own propriety code which is not compliant with W3C standards. Not too big a deal for most, but for me, compliancy is a necessary evil that I have to tend to often, when designing and building sites for clients. Nevertheless, my attraction to Blogger has withstood it's sometimes not-so-minor issues.

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