At Noon (ish)...we RIDE! ...to Gastonia...

 Tomorrow we head to Gastonia to meet up with Mitchell's Mess & More for 4th & Goal Promotions' Collector's Vault show - 10am - 4pm at the Gastonian Halls, 181 W Main Avenue!  Very ready to get back at the tables and we always have a good time at the Collector's Vaults. Great group of folks. 

Depending on how things go Saturday night, we may try to get over the Lincolnton National Guard Armory for Wresting Evolution's Bound By Honor!  Even if we don't make it, you should still go!

August 21-23 - it's time again for Mad Monster Expo in Concord. No tables to work, but as I've said before, Mad Monster is the "reunion" show for this little gang I run with - once again looking forward to Saturday night and the SCARES THAT CARE charity auction. If you are not familiar with this group - please check them out and consider supporting them - I love the work they do. 

Thank you all for reading this short little post - more old rassling photos coming soon. And remember: Take the Picture!

The Gathering VII - 2026

Another spectacular Gathering in Charlotte this past week. I have more fun every year. I'm not going to go into the family reunion discussion, I've done that in the past. Just know, if you're not coming to this show and you are even remotely interested in professional wrestling...you are missing out. 

We checked in on Wednesday afternoon and got loaded in. This year Mitchell's Mess & More had the most tables they've ever had here - 6! We were along the wall as soon as you entered the vendor's room.

Up every night past midnight...on my feet all day (well, a lot of the day) - but I would've stayed if the show had went on. 

In our little circle of the vendor's room we were joined by friends: Brad Stutts, Court Montgomery, and Graham Cawthon - Vinay Mehta of Vinitude Art - the legendary "Mr. #1" George South and our new friends at Lucha Libre Superstore , where I picked up some cool mini Luchador figure packs!

Of course, I acknowledge my con family: Tre & Mitchell, Adam, and Burke. I love you guys - while we weren't able to be all together this weekend - we were all in each other's minds. 

Shout-out to Marty Damato, the organizer and promoter of this event. Marty and his family put so much work into making a great convention. Thank you all.

Great to see and talk with old friends and new: Clay, Franklin, Kylan, Kyle, Thomas, Danny from Kayfabe Cardboard, Bob Keller, Trey C., Karen, Keisha, J&J Figures.  I know I'm forgetting people and I apologize - my brain is still a little scattered. 

Finally took some signed photos to JSA to get certified. All passed...except for my "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert, sadly...it was "inconclusive"...I was told it may have been signed by Missy Hyatt. 😀  So, if you're interested in buying a great photo of Eddie Gilbert that may have been signed by Missy - let me know. 

Sunday morning it began to set in...last day. A little sad as we broke everything down and loaded out. But...already announced: 

And we'll be there!

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I'm back with MMM in a couple of weeks for Fourth & Goal's Collector's Jam, August 15th at the Gastonian Hall in Gastonia. 

Before that though, if you happen to be in Myrtle Beach, stop in and see Mitchell & Tre at the Sports Wax Collector's Expo on August 7 & 8. 

Thanks for reading and remember: Take the Picture!

Queen City...here I come...

Tomorrow we head to Charlotte, NC for The Gathering VI.  Last year at this time was rough for me personally, a beloved co-worker had unexpectedly passed away as well as a member of close family friends.  I was exhausted and out of sorts. So as soon as I had a free day, I headed to a convention to see the con family. I thank them again for last year - working the Mitchell's Mess & More table with friends was what I needed to get my head on right. Like I said last year..I get it now...because of my experience in 2024, the Gathering will always hold a special place in my heart. 

Since then, I've eagerly been looking forward to this year's event (and the Boardwalk Billy's chilled peel & eat shrimp). We'll have figures, trading cards, 8x10s, etc. Check out the MMM event page here. 

Highway Run: Mooresville & Denver!

Hitting the road this weekend and will be with the bosses, Mitchell's Mess & More working the Sports Wax Promotions Card Show in Mooresville, NC this weekend, July 19 & 20 at the Charles Mack Citizen Center.  Saturday the 19th, after the card show, we're heading to Denver, NC to attend Wrestling Evolution's Cruel Summer! I've been attending the last few shows and really enjoying them. 

I am working on a post about 2004 that will have some selected photos from that year. Will have it up soon - thanks for the patience!

On the Road - July

July is a busy month, regardless of what you do and it's picking up for all of us at Mitchell's Mess & More. Looking forward to getting together with the gang for a big month! Come out, look at us, talk to us, buy stuff. Wilmington, Mooresville, Denver, Charlotte!