Once in a Lifetime Opportunity?

LadyWench

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In May of 2009, I went to my first real concert. My boyfriend took me to see his favorite band (and by this time, I was extremely into them), Queensryche. The show was beyond amazing. It was so euphoric. I've never experienced anything like it before. Anyway, we recently found out that they are coming back to Arizona. They are going to be in Phoenix May 20th. We live in Winslow, Arizona, and it's roughly a 3 1/2 hour drive to Phoenix. I hate the drive. I can't stand being in the car. I have panic disorder and irritable bowel syndrome. Being in the car for long periods of time doesn't mix well with either of those. I can take some Imodium, though, so hopefully I'll be okay (if we do go) for those few hours.

We initially planned on getting general admission tickets. We will be going with my boyfriend's parents. They (especially his dad) are really into the band. They are oldtime rockers, lol. Really into 80's hair metal. Anyway, Chris was looking at the website last night, and thought about getting the meet-and-greet tickets. He called his mom and talked to her about it. They agreed that they could split the cost of the tickets, each paying about $192.00. I think it would be amazing to meet the band. Especially since I love them so much. However, I'm having some issues about this. I'm scared to do it. Not just because of my social anxiety and awkwardness, but because I wouldn't know what to do when meeting them. What am I supposed to say? What if I come off as creepy and pathetic? What if I say something stupid? I'm afraid my anxiety and nerves will get the best of me. It was nerve-wracking the first time I saw them, just to see them come out on stage (we were close, and this time we will have front row if we get the expensive tickets). I can't imagine what I'd feel when actually coming in direct contact with them. Don't get me wrong, I don't think famous people are any better than "regular" people. I think meeting them, getting signatures and everything would be great. I don't think well-known artists, actors, etc., are any more important than those that aren't. I just have no idea what I would do if I actually did get to meet them and such.

Another main problem I'm having (it's stupid as sh*t), is that I don't have any confidence whatsoever. I just don't feel like I deserve to meet them. And even if I do meet them, I'm afraid I'll just look too ugly and fat. I don't want these amazing musicians that I've admired for quite some time now, to see me all fat and everything. Yes, I'm that shallow when it comes to MY OWN looks. Not anyone else's, just my own. It blows. I hate it. I don't know what to do. There's no way I could lose weight in this short amount of time, between now and the concert. I obviously can't build any self-esteem by then either, haha. I find one of the band members extremely attractive, by the way. I don't want to be fat and disgusting-looking the one and only time I get to meet him and all the other members. I'd definitely want to take pictures with them if given the opportunity. I'd like to look decent in them so I can show them to people without being embarrassed. I know, I'm an idiot.

By the way, it's going to be a cabaret show, with go-go dancers, drag queens, the whole works. I know I'll feel totally repulsive compared to the hot women on stage, haha.

So, yeah. My question is, what the hell should I do? Any suggestions, tips or advice? Thanks in advance. Sorry this post sucks balls. :(

(If you're interested in hearing them, here's a small taste):

YouTube - Queensrÿche Live In Tokyo - Take Hold Of The Flame
 

philly2bits

Well-known member
I say go for it. You may not get another chance to meet them. You'll be kicking yourself if you miss it. You'll never be able to listen to them again without thinking "I could have met them but didn't."
 
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