I have recently realized that I am prone to get caught up in hype. But, I must qualify by saying that it must be quality hype. Or at least hype that seems interesting to me.
For example:
A few years ago, Chris and I went to a Coldplay concert in St. Louis. We had a great time, were able to stand in the front row, and I participated in fan frenzy. At the end of the show, Chris Martin stooped over as if reaching to touch us lucky women in the front row. So what did I do? I screamed and jumped and attempted to leap past the 3 foot barrier in front of me to reach him. Of course, nothing happened, except that I made a fool of myself, along with half a dozen other women. In that moment, I have no idea what came over me. I was not in control of my actions. I became like the women that you see in those old Beatles footage. Screaming and crying and passing out. Well, I wasn't that extreme, but it sure felt as if the same craziness overcame me.
Now, growing up in the 80's and 90's, I watched a lot of game shows. From "Press Your Luck" to "Price is Right" and "Who Wants to be a Millionaire." I wouldn't mind winning a million bucks, or even just a cheesy bedroom suite from Drew Carey. If I could just spin the wheel on "Wheel of Fortune" I think it might cure the bug. Or flip one of the letters for Vanna. That's really all I need to do.
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