We got a wedding gun.
A long-standing interest in firearms resurfaces with a new piece from a family wedding, alongside reflections on collecting in the author's twenties and thirties.
Enter, THE ZULLBEAST!
A new addition to the collection from January 2016, documented with the usual mix of photography and childhood-toy nostalgia.
Stunt Zombie's Christmas Fallout 2015!
Holiday recap from December 2015 covering Christmas gifts, Star Wars Episode VII chatter, and the Town of Exmore Christmas Parade.
Stocking Stuffer Madness #3 — Block Tech Race Car
A November 2013 review of an affordable knockoff building set, set alongside the author's decades-long love of Lego and Christmas-movie building marathons.
I'm Gonna Git You Zuckuss!
July 2013 entry on a bounty hunter figure acquired via trade with LeAnn of Retro Toy Safari, as the Star Wars Power of the Force 2 collection grows.
Fun Food Friday — Froot Loops Treasures
August 2013 tasting notes on a childhood favourite cereal, plus reflections on how many cereals have changed over the years.
League Assignment — Summer Vacation
A June 2013 League of Extraordinary Bloggers prompt on summer memories, fishing on the Chesapeake Bay, and learning the water from a 16-foot wooden scow.
Articles
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| A Practical Guide to Lubrication Point Mapping in a Factory | A lubrication point map gives maintenance teams a clear view of every bearing, chain, gearbox, slide, seal and other component that needs oil or grease. It… | |
| Why modular lubrication systems suit Australian industry | Reliable lubrication is a production requirement, not a minor maintenance detail. Bearings, chains, gears, slides and cutting tools all need the right quantity… | |
| How to Approach a Live Craps Welcome Bonus in Australia | A live craps welcome bonus can add extra value to a new casino account, especially for Australian players who enjoy real-time table games. Instead of playing… | |
| Pontoon Hold And Win: A Practical Guide For Australian Players | Pontoon hold and win combines the familiar appeal of pontoon with the visual rhythm of a modern casino feature game. Depending on the title, players may see… | |
| Specifying Transmission Pumps For Gearboxes Without Costly Errors | A transmission pump for a gearbox must do more than move oil from one point to another. It has to deliver the correct flow at operating temperature, tolerate… | |
| How to Read a Lubrication Pump Performance Curve | Lubrication pump performance curves are the language through which a piece of equipment communicates what it can really do. Far more useful than a brochure or… | |
| Best Hoses for High-Viscosity Grease Transfer Systems | Australia's heavy industry relies on grease that stays where it is placed, not on hardware that has any doubts about it. From the iron ore crushers of the… | |
| Evaluating Automatic Lubrication ROI In Small Machine Shops | For a small machine shop, automatic lubrication can look like a premium upgrade rather than an essential production investment. The value is rarely found in… | |
| Why Routine Pump Seal Replacement Lowers Total Cost of Ownership | Pump seals rarely make the headlines of an industrial maintenance budget, yet they sit at the heart of every circulation loop, hydraulic circuit, and… | |
| How STEIDLE precision metering nozzles deliver reliable lubricant flow | STEIDLE has built a long-standing reputation for producing lubrication components that meet the tight tolerances demanded by modern production machinery. Their… |
Toys & Collectibles
Star Wars Power of the Force 2 figures, Lego and knockoff building block reviews, and trades with fellow collectors.
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Weekly snack food and restaurant spotlights, from Hostess Fruit Pies to Froot Loops Treasures and beyond.
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Summer vacations, fishing on the Chesapeake Bay, local community events, and other personal reflections.
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