Building Tension
They save Wu and Misako, and never seem to mention it. Because it’s not about the praise, and they know that.
After several failed attempts to find the series 15 mystery minifigures in various stores, I finally hit the jackpot at Toys ‘R Us. I found an A.F.O.L. (Adult Fan Of Lego) searching through what was apparently the only box in the store, and struck up a conversation. When he heard I was shopping for a specific minifig for my sister’s birthday, he asked which I was looking for, rifled around in his pile a bit, and handed it to me. Seeing as I’d been trying to get my hands on this lego for weeks, well, his generosity meant a lot to me. I would hope that I’d do the same thing in his position, but I can’t honestly say I’m sure I would.
I’m sharing this story with you because of what I took away from this chance encounter: Pay it forward. Think of the world as it is. Then think how the world would be if people were a little bit kinder, a little bit more conscious that we’re all people, that we all struggle.
And yes, these emotions (Strange and alien as they are) were caused by a stranger’s simple kindness and a lego. Play well, my friends.
I’m lucky enough to be attending SDCC this week, and I managed to get my hands on a couple new mystery minifigures! Here’s the flyer for anyone who’d like to see the new lineup. I’ll try to update more tomorrow!
NYA. Now is most certainly not the time to be having a fashion throwback. People you care about are in danger. Please act (and dress) appropriately.
Thank you.