Current location:	Hollywood, CA
Current mood:	jubilant

Friday at The Castle.
This morning started early.

I, unfortunately, had to take Tony to LAX so he could get back to Indy for work.



I had a great time visiting with Tony, and it was sad to see him go. It was also sad to fight morning L.A. traffic. We made it, though, with lots of time to spare.

He sent me a text this evening that he made it just fine.

Friday night is always a busy time at The Magic Castle. It's when lots of guests come--often for the first time--to experience its wonder. So I go above and beyond to do extra special shows.

I was standing by the bar talking with Kurt when a young lady walked in with several friends. She seemed to do a double-take and rushed toward me.

"You're Rusty," she said.

"Yes. Yes, I am," I admitted.

"I was told that I HAVE to see your show. You're in the Parlour, and I want to make sure that I can get to your show after the show in The Palace."

We spoke with Kurt, who explained how she could make that work, but I was curious.

"Who told you to see my show?" I asked.

"Oh...a board member," she answered.

"Cool. That's nice," I said, "Which one?"

At this point she hesitated just a tad, then she leaned in and whispered, "Neil Patrick Harris."

I was taken aback. Surprised.

"Really," I told her, "I met him right here at the bar a few nights ago, but he didn't see my show. Well, I didn't see him there, anyway."

"I think he did," she said, "because he told me that you were really good. Really funny that I had to see you."

"Well, I hope that I don't disappoint," I said.

She and her friends went on their way, but they were all in the front row for my 9:30 show. A couple of them even helped me with my routine.

I'm not sure is Mr. Harris did or did not see the show...but I'd like to think that he did, and sneaked out before I--or anyone--saw him. Either way, it makes me happy to think that he would recommend me to a friend.

Tomorrow I have to get up early to do the Family Brunch Shows at The Castle. It'll be a LONG day tomorrow, a total of seven shows.

So, off to bed I go. We'll chat tomorrow...