LEVELS OF OBSESSION; MAINTAINING A ‘LOST’ LIFE
Here’s the thing. I’m trying my best to avoid reading any spoilers about the season finale of Lost. I actually want to be surprised, and enjoy every twist and turn. It is very challenging. People are sending me links and spoilers are everywhere. But so far, so good.
Many people laugh at the amount of time I spend watching and writing about Lost, but I prefer to think of it as a hobby. It is not an obsession; it is a television show that appeals to my detail-oriented nature and inner conspiracy theorist.
There are many levels of fanaticism, and I exist in the lower echelons of the extremely passionate fanbase. Trust me, I read other Lost blogs after I post mine each week. There are some VERY dedicated fans who either analyze the show for a living or don’t sleep at night. I do not frequent or comment on message boards, and my site is not solely focused on just Lost. I’ve never referred to myself as a Jater (Team Jack + Kate) or Skater (Team Sawyer + Kate).
Am I justifying my interest? No. Would I attend a Lost convention? Yes. But I wouldn’t wear a costume.
Is it Wednesday yet?