The Sisterhood of the Traveling Moose

The Cullens: 4 down, 3 to go! The Quest continues...

2009-04-09T22:01:00.001-07:00

So my journey continues to meet the cast of Twilight and get the Cullen's signatures on my custom shirt! Needless to say this has been by far one of my biggest adventures and meeting Jackson, Kellan, Ashley and NOW Nikki has been amazing!! Although technically I have met Peter and had dinner with him in San Francisco AND though he signed my Doctor's Lab Coat, he hasn't signed my CULLEN SHIRT yet! He said he would catch me next time so I hope he doesn't forget! I just found out today by Coven Mother Nessa that I will be taking a trip to FORKS, WA in June!!!! Shanelle, who is part of the sisterhood will be taking me on tours, restaurants, La Push, the works!!! Who knows I may run into someone famous! Although I didn't win the contest to be on the set of New Moon, who knows something else may come along! For now the adventures with The Twilight Sisterhood continues and we have a lot in store for us this year!! Stay in touch with my adventures!

~JTM

THANK YOU JACKSON, KELLAN, ASHLEY & NIKKI (so far)!!!!

Jackson the Moose, The Dills, and Nikki Reed: what an evening!

2009-04-01T12:50:00.000-07:00

Okay, so here is the promised blog post:

It was Tuesday night and I was driving in Hollywood, something of a regular occurrence these days. (No one tell my dad. Even though I haven't lived at home in years, he would completely flip if he knew where I was driving.) We met up with some of our fellow Team Moose Sisters at the Panic Room in Hollywood, for a show featuring the Dills, hosted by Nikki Reed.

We knew that it was going to be an interesting evening, since it started with parking blocks away in one of those neighborhoods that I can't mention to my dad, and Jackson the Moose being thrown out the window of a car while illegally double parked on Hollywood Blvd. (In case you are wondering: Jackson was caught before actually landing on Hollywood Blvd.)

I have to start off with: Nikki Reed could not have been nicer. She mingled with the "crowd", signed a million autographs (yes, one of them was Jackson the Moose), took even more pictures with everyone, and talked with everyone like she has known them all her life. She was just one of the people there to listen to her friends' band, who just happened to be an actress.

The bands: D'Angel and La Vendi (which according to the awesome Vaude of The Dills Players translates to The Vending Machine, in Italian. But more on them later...) and The Dills. Check them out. They are all new and upcoming bands, that I think we will be hearing more about soon!

The Dills were great. Seriously take a minute or two, or ten, check out their myspace page. Listen to their music. Buy a CD. When you listen to the song titled: Dawn, think: how great would this sound in New Moon? Sage may have brought this to our attention, but I think that she may have a good point.

The Vaude of The Dills Players: One word: Hysterical. They kept us entertained, while in between bands, with their commentary, song, and some dancing. They even "interviewed" Nikki from the stage. We are now better informed as we know that Nikki "does not have a favorite ice cream topping, as she is lactose intolerant and does not eat ice cream." She used her "survey the audience" option when asked what dead famous person would she like to have lunch with. Ultimately deciding that she did not like the audience choice. They also included The Dills and Nikki, in their own version of "the Meadow" scene... I think that I may have enjoyed their version better.

I have to admit, I was curious who the "special Twilight guest" was going to be... It was supposed to be Kellan. However, he was driving in from Arizona and did not make it. He did talk to Nikki on the phone during the show, and told her to tell us "hi". Kellan: we missed you. About this same time Nikki also called Jackson, while on the stage. She put the phone on speaker phone and unfortunately we got his voice mail, but the audience got to leave him a message. I am sure he is all broken up about not picking up his phone last night. Because that would have been the best phone call. Ever.

Thank you to The Dills and to Nikki for an awesome evening! (And to think I almost considered passing on this in the first place..)

As pictures are sent to me, I will upload them to this post. I learned something VERY important last night: I NEED a new camera. Note to my husband, who may or may not read this blog on occasion: Cameras make excellent birthday gifts. :D

MySpace pages for the bands:
The Dills:
http://www.myspace.com/thedillsband

La Vendi:
http://www.myspace.com/lavendi

D'Angel:
http://www.myspace.com/dangeltrax

JTM meets Nikki Reed!

2009-04-01T01:32:00.000-07:00

Jackson the Moose and the Twilight Sisterhood, had the chance to meet Nikki Reed tonight at the Dills show.

More details to follow in the morning when it is not 1:31 in the morning...

JTM goes to Saddle Ranch and challenges:THE BULL!

2009-03-29T23:00:00.000-07:00

Last night got a little crazy for JTM! Early in the evening he decided he wanted to challenge the infamous bull at Saddle Ranch but first had to fill out the consent forms and really think about what he was doing!

So after a weighing the pros and cons, we decided he should just go for it!!! Here is video of JTM riding the bull!

After a successful bull ride it was time to have some drinks and hit the dance floor! Yes, JTM had an AMF!! Crazy Moose, but let me tell you something, JTM knows how to handle his liquor better than his Moose sisters! LOL!

Well here was another crazy night with JTM! We promised him we wouldn't show all the other embarrassing pictures, but for now this is Vanessa and Tammy saying,

"Keep and eye out for the Moose on the Loose!" Thanks JTM for such a fun night! We must do it again soon!!!

The Cullens: 3 down, 4 to go! The Quest continues...

2009-03-23T00:28:00.001-07:00

Team Moose most definitely had a great weekend! The DVD release party was fabulous and we all had such a great time! Our Quest to get all the Cullen's signatures continues and thanks to the persistence of Cynthia, "Alice Cullen" aka Ashley Greene, was gracious enough to sign our very own JTM, which made it on Entertainment Tonight!! Ashley thought JTM was cute and mentioned to me that she travels with a teddy bear herself! I asked her if she wanted to take JTM with her on set, but then of course I said I was J/K.....maybe I should have been serious about it! But then again I didn't want her to think I was a total freak! She was amazingly friendly and just REALLY REALLY sweet! Thank you ASHLEY sooooo much for signing JTM it really means a lot to Team Moose! Now, I wonder if they will ever share a story about signing a moose? I mean how can they avoid it right? It's on TV now, so I wonder if they will say, "Hey I signed that moose too!" .....well we can only hope right? So hopefully they will encourage the rest of the cast to be kind, and please sign! LOL! Here are some pictures of our Quest thus far......enjoy!

THANK YOU JACKSON, KELLAN & ASHLEY (so far)!!!!

<3
Nessa

JTM meets Ashley Greene!

2009-03-22T21:27:00.000-07:00

Jackson the Moose was at the Hot Topic at Hollywood and Highland on Friday night for the Twilight DVD release party. After waiting at the front of the line for a couple of hours, we were told that Ashley Greene would be appearing at that location.

After waiting until after midnight, Ashley appeared. She could not have been nicer. Even though we were told that she would not be signing any autographs she was nice enough to sign JTM's shirt. Joining the ranks with Jackson Rathbone and Kellan Lutz.

Thank you so much to Ashley-Greene.com and to Entertainment Tonight for the photo.

Happy St. Paddy's Day from JTM and Nessa!

2009-03-17T23:41:00.000-07:00

HAPPY ST. PADDY'S DAY EVERYONE!!!

So JTM, myself and some friends were supposed to go out and drink some green beer today, but unfortunately since I have been under the weather, well things didn't go quite as we wanted. However, JTM and I kept up the spirit today and got dressed up for the day! After work I had a shot with some co-workers and headed home! Well JTM was relaxing on the dashboard but didn't like my driving so he decided to take over and drive the rest of the way home! *He takes such good care of me*

After we got home safely we decided to take a little pic just the 2 of us and show you our spirit! Anyways, hope some of you had a much better night then we did! Maybe next year, but it looks like JTM and I will be heading to Disneyland on Friday! Woo hoo!

NEWS FLASH: THERE'S BEEN A MOOSE SPOTTED IN THE O.C.!!

2009-02-27T12:48:00.001-08:00

**News Flash**

At 10:00 a.m. this morning there was a report of a roaming Moose in Orange,CA!! More details on http://kappakappamoose.blogspot.com

To a GREAT Ambassador, JTM!

2009-02-23T17:11:00.000-08:00

Dear JTM,

I just wanted to take a moment to share how awesome we think you are!

So I met this person online a few weeks ago, and she was telling me she was nervous about going to the convention because she was going alone and she was scared about the "Scary Stories" she heard about the TMs! Well she was online last night and she was telling about the GREAT time she had, and the new friends she met, none of which were TMs, because her new friends had scary stories too.....so I decided to ask her:

"Hey by any chance did you see a girl with a Moose?"

"YEAH! She went everywhere with him! I wanted to take a picture with him and then every time I tried something came up or they were approached by someone and then I lost courage and gave up."

"Did you know that he is ours?"

"NO! OMG really? I knew I should have tried harder, I remember you telling me something about a Team Moose and I was wondering if you had anything to do with that!"

"Yes, she(Ana) is part of our sisterhood and that's OUR MOOSE MASCOT!"

Jackson, looks like you are just so loveable and friendly that we wanted to thank you for being such a great Ambassador to not only The Twilight Sisterhood but to Team Moose! I KNOW that during your journey within the next few years you are going to meet some pretty FANTASTIC ladies like us and other great people too! Let them know how much your sisters love you and way to represent what a true sisterhood is about! Keep up the great work! You are an inspiration to us all!!!

Love,

~Coven Mother Nessa

Mr. and Mrs. Jasper Hale, opps I mean Jackson and Ashley!!!

2009-02-22T21:27:00.001-08:00

Jackson and Ashley

100 Monkeys in San Francisco

2009-02-22T11:57:00.001-08:00

Ben Graupner

2009-02-22T11:53:00.000-08:00

Jackson!!!!

2009-02-22T11:46:00.001-08:00

100 Monkeys Show

Jerad Anderson

2009-02-22T11:40:00.001-08:00

Jerad of 100 Monkeys

100 Monkeys in San Francisco

2009-02-22T11:38:00.001-08:00

100 Monkeys

100 Monkeys Show and Vampire Ball

2009-02-22T00:37:00.000-08:00

Evening everyone!

Ana had sooooo much to tell today! I just got in awhile ago, but Ana sent me pictures of the 100 Monkeys show and the dress Ana wore to the Vampire Ball. There is so much to tell, but I will have another update for your tomorrow!

Good night for now!

Stay tuned...

~Coven Mother Nessa

San Francisco, Day 2

2009-02-21T20:08:00.000-08:00

Good Evening and Salutations!

Twilight Convention Day2 Update:

Today JTM saw Christian, Michael and Kellan (See Picture in post, just below) onstage. Kellan was funny. JTM also got an autographed picture of Edward and Bella from the Hillywood Show. Then he got his picture taken with all 4 of the Hillywood cast! "Edward" mentioned having a taste for Moose. YIKES watch out JTM, don't get too close!

JTM was also recognized by at least 2 of the band members from 100 Monkeys. He got his picture taken with them as well. They also made sure that JTM would be at the concert tonight. So now they are resting until it is time to go to the 100 Monkeys show. After that JTM will change into his tux (with ruffled shirt) for the vampire ball.

JTM is being recognized at the convention! Someone (possibly a mom) who has seen JTM at one of the 24K 100 Monkeys shows even took pictures of him!

I can't wait for the next update!
~E

KELLAN!!!!

2009-02-21T14:15:00.001-08:00

update from SF....panel session

All set to Travel

2009-02-20T21:15:00.000-08:00

JTM is packed and ready to go! This was taken prior to leaving the LA area.

Ready for a Night on the Town

2009-02-20T21:11:00.001-08:00

back in the hotel room....

Currently in our room....

2009-02-20T20:43:00.000-08:00

Friday
February 20
8:46 p.m.

So just heard from Coven Mother Ana, she was happy to report that her and Jackson have had a full day of fun and excitement! Jackson watched from the sidelines as he watched Ana get her photo ops but one the most exciting part of their day was when they got to sit in the front row to listen to Peter and Billy. They both said this was a definite highlight!

Ok, don't get jealous, but Ana was ECSTATIC to report that she was not only hugged by Peter F. but he also landed a nice one on her cheek!!! *Shrieeek*

Then it was off to autograph signing!!!! Jackson first got dressed in the cop uniform and off to see Billy he went! Jackson was thrilled that Billy "got a kick" out of his outfit because it had "CHIEF SWAN" embroidered on it! (SEE I TOLD YOU IT WAS A GREAT IDEA, YES!! IT'S ALL ABOUT GETTING NOTICED! ;) GOOD JOB JACKSON! WAY TO STAND OUT) Unfortunately he did not have enough time for a costume change but nonetheless Peter did sign his Dr. Coat with "Dr. Cullen" on it! So now that brings us to a total of 4 Twilight stars who have autographed Jackson's wardrobe!!! This is just the beginning guys!!!

Unforunately, Ana and Jackson arrived a little late to dinner so they weren't able to meet Peter again, but had an enjoyable evening nonetheless. Dinner was good they report!

Just awhile ago, Ana reported that she just got her picture taken with the Hillywood Parody cast!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2MKz0gkcgAo
If you haven't seen it make sure you do, it's quite entertaining!

So after walking around awhile they decided to head back to the room! Ana says she's not sure if Jackson is up to going to see the Bella Project and he might call it a night. However, he did try on his tux to make sure it is presentable for tomorrow's Vampire Ball! He wants to rest up because he knows tomorrow is a party night! ;)

OME and W-O-W!!!! What a day guys! Thanks for keeping me in the loop so that I could report to our fellow coven members and visitors! I will post one more picture of the night and I know when Ana and Jackson return we will get to see a slide show of their whole adventure!!

Stay tuned.....

~Coven Mother Nessa

Jackson here....Day 1 at Twilight Convention!

2009-02-20T17:25:00.000-08:00

That's right Elisha, thanks for posting the pics online for me! I am forever grateful!

It's the first official day of the Twilight Convention and though we haven't heard too much from Jackson and Ana, they are having an exciting time. Here are a couple of photos they wanted to share with us during the panel session with Peter and Billy. We expect to get more updates soon, but Jackson and Ana are very busy so as they send me information or call me I will make sure to post their thoughts and excitment here!

Jackson did mention however, that is it a little overwhelming to be around so many screaming women but that their drooling gives him a laugh! In any case he is excited to be there and so far has meet some nice people overall. Of course he can't stop talking about getting dressed up and finally meeting the "guys" as he puts it. I wished him and Ana luck and told them to enjoy themselves.

Stay tuned....

~Coven Mother Nessa

Dr. Cullen AND Chief Swan!!!!!!

2009-02-20T17:22:00.001-08:00

shrieeekkkk!!!!! Dr. Cullen and Chief Swan aka Billy Burke and Peter Facinelli, at the San Francisco Twilight Convention.

Jackson the Moose (our special coorespondant) while not in the photo with them , is in the audience!

Breaking News! There has been a sighting of Peter Facinelli!

2009-02-20T17:11:00.001-08:00

It began on Wednesday 7:00 p.m....

2009-02-20T15:01:00.000-08:00

Wednesday
February 18, 2009
6:59 p.m.

Ok this is the first post for Jackson's blog and what a night he had on Wednesday!

It all began at the Ontario Mills....Coven Mother Jules was waiting patiently for me to pick up Jackson who needed to fly the next day to San Francisco with Coven Mother Ana. There I was my version of running through the parking lot weaving through the cars and almost knocking someone out of my way. I mean a 5' 2" very round small person running around coming at you MUST not be a pretty sight....LOL...anyways I finally got to Jules and Kasey!

The exchange I swear almost felt like a drug deal, I picked him up and placed him back in the bag immediately. Unfortunately I was only able to stay 2 minutes, but I was able to show them Jackson's new police uniform with "CHIEF SWAN" embroidered on it and the doctor's lab coat with "Dr. Cullen" and the Cullen Crest on the back side. Yes, we finally did it, we got the outfits custom made for Jackson so he could be presentable at the SF Twilight Convention! Our goal? To make sure each cast member meets Jackson, he is one of the best dressed Moose out there and he belongs to one of thee coolest Sisterhoods out there! ;)

I waved good-bye and went back out to "run" back to my car? Why in a hurry you say? Well, we had to catch the 7:10 p.m show of Twilight in Corona! Jackson had to brush up on his movie and make sure he can answer questions he may be asked later about the movie. So we fastened our seatbelts and made the 25 minute journey out to Corona to meet with Coven Mother Kelley and fellow pledge Marie (wickedbliss).

After a *sigh* fest and a Siskel and Ebert moment after the movie between the 4 of us had some fun chat and asked Jackson what he was looking forward to the most this weekend. Well he gave us a little fashion show with his wardrobe he was taking and told us he would wear his tux and look his best for Peter during their private dinner! Of course we expressed our excitement but we were also jealous at the same time! While our little chat, I called Ana to make the next exchange, but PROBLEM!! She didn't answer.....

Well there was nothing more to do but say good-bye to the girls and head home. On the way back to my house we discussed possible scenarios on how to make sure he didn't miss his plane with Ana. Well just when we thought hope was gone, about 3 minutes before my exit the call we were waiting for came! ANA!!!!!

"I'm soooo sorrry I fell asleep, are you still in Corona?"~Ana
"Not exactly, so do I need to turn around?" ~Vanessa
"Yes, I will meet you right away!" ~Ana
"Ok, I'll meet you at the same location?" ~Vanessa
"Yeah, behind the Jack in the Box right?" ~Ana
"Yeah, ok see you there!" ~Vanessa

Jackson was excited! He wasnt going to miss his trip afterall! Again, it's dark and very lonely and once again the exchange happened! I swear we aren't doing anything illegal here! After some quick chit chat it was time for Jackson and Ana to get some rest for their BIG weekend!! I hugged them, wished them well and more importantly told them....BE SAFE!!

Tomorrow their adventure would be begin.......

~Coven Mother Nessa