good in theory; poor in actuality

I like new things.  I like adventures.  However I also like knowing what to expect, which can throw some wrenches in the new things category.  "Midnight movie premieres" sound really exciting and exclusive, right?  I thought so until last night.  Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince premiered all over the world last night at midnight.  I thought it would be really fun to go with friends to see it.  I really didn't think this idea through very carefully.  There are very few things about the reality of this event that I really enjoy.  Long lines.  Waiting.  Hundreds of obnoxious people.  Staying up until 4 am and sleep deprivation.  Frigid movie theaters.  Man, what was I thinking?  There were a few things I did enjoy.  I spent four hours waiting , watching and driving with Jacob.  I can think of no one else I would rather share that experience with.  The premiere fell on Stimulus Tuesday which means $1 popcorn and soft drinks.  Holla.  People applauded at the beginning and the end of the movie.  I took several very short naps through out the movie, but I'm pretty sure I liked it.  This was a once in a lifetime opportunity.  I don't think I'd ever like to go again.  But it was definitely a new experience that left with me a new, funny anecdote.