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StormSurge

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  1. I got a pretty neat birthday gift from one of my kids.  A new Timex Pac Man watch. 

    I need to adjust the watch band to fit my noodle arm.  And maybe read the manual to learn if it has any special features. 

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    1. StormSurge

      StormSurge

      That is so cool! What a great gift! 

      I see the ads all of the time. I'm surprised you can't play a simple version of the game on there.

      Regardless, very cool!!

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  2. It was a beautiful day for a trip to the beach on Halloween.  Such nice weather for the end of October.  You might recognize this particular rock from the movie "The Goonies". 

     

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  3. Your opinions, please. 

    I have an ebay auction running.  Normally, I would not call attention to this, but this one confuses me.  It's for a broken Gameboy.  The ad clearly states that it's broken several times.  Yet the price keeps going higher and I have almost 20 watchers!

    Please take a look and let me know:

    1. Is it clear that it's broken?
    2. Am I missing something about why it's going so high?

    Thanks!

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/233757593939

    1. StormSurge

      StormSurge

      I can't speak to the reason why it might be fetching a high price but to me, it's very clear that it doesn't work and you're selling it for parts only.

      Hopefully it goes higher!!

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  4. We're still in a very bleak place in Oregon, as wildfires continue to spread.  The sun is pink, and everything is grey outside.  It's difficult to breathe with all the smoke in the air.  At the moment, my area remains at "Level 1" of alertness with fires just a few miles to the south and east.  My family is fine, and we have a few options of places to go if we are forced to evacuate. 

    The advice I gave my children is what I really believe.  I told them that our bodies and our memories and knowledge are all we need.  "Stuff" is unimportant.  We will be fine. 

    I'm ending this status with a picture from a small town south of here.  It's a complete loss for many, and our entire community is in shock.  We will support each other as best we can.  I plan on making a giant donation to our local Red Cross. 

    Thanks to all for your kind thoughts.  I do appreciate it very much.  I appreciate the few moments of normalcy and distraction from you all here in the forums. 

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  5. Sorry to be a downer, but out here in Oregon, things are very bleak.  Fires throughout the state are devastating lives and homes and entire communities.  As I type this, the sky outside our home is an eerie orange.  Fires loom only miles away.  It's windy and dry and hot.  I'm terrified.  We are packing bags tonight in case the call comes to evacuate.  I've lived here my whole life, and never experienced anything like this.  Take care of yourselves, everybody.   

    1. StormSurge

      StormSurge

      I hope you're doing okay Rick. Please update us when you're able to.

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  6. Ebay has sent me a $25 discount (off a $25.01 or more purchase) for being a member since their beginning!  Help me figure out what to buy. 

    I'm thinking about the following choices:

    • An N64 or NES flashcart/everdrive
    • One of the rarer 2600 carts that I don't have (Frankenstein's Monster, Gremlins, or ???)
    • A 1200xl.

    Help me find something good for a decent price!

     

  7. Just so you guys don't think I'm dead (because of no posts lately) -- although I'm sure @MaximumRD would respectfully report on it if I was, there's a new project I've been working on.  Restoration of a 2003 Subaru.  It's got a water leak (which makes it smell bad), and needs some engine work.  But I'm having FUN with it.  My father was an auto mechanic.  It feels good to get the hands dirty.

    AND...I got a NEW JOB!  I start next week.  Should be lower stress.  I hope. 

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    1. StormSurge

      StormSurge

      Good luck with the new job! Savor that honeymoon period!!

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  8. One of my children brought me this game and told me it's a "must-play".  Anyone else a fan of this series?
     

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    1. StormSurge

      StormSurge

      I’ve never played one. I thought it was Professor Layton at first. 😀

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  9. To open or not to open?

    Pulled from the most recent No Swear Gamer retro game box is the Hot Wheels USS Vengeance.  Should I open it, or display it in the package?

    Plus a view of the other ships in my office.

     

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  10. Anyone want to win a custom 7800/2600 controller from RetroGameBoyz?? 

     

    1. StormSurge

      StormSurge

      That's good, since you're already entered! 😀

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  11. I'll miss Robert Forster. What a presence. Just watched him in El Camino tonight, then saw on my phone he passed away from cancer. Was brilliant in Twin Peaks and Jackie Brown. One of my favorite actors, I'm sad he's gone.

    1. StormSurge

      StormSurge

      😔 (BTW, El Camino was great!!)

  12. 🎥 NEW VIDEO MONDAY! Here’s a throwback: a home movie I made when I was a kid, recreating the commercials for Atari Lynx. Who remembers these Lynx commercials from the ‘90s? 

     

  13. Another CRT for me.  This one came for free via the Facebook marketplace.  It's a 9" Sears.  Manufactured July 87.  It has both RF and composite inputs.  The tube is very flat, but not a Trinitron (I don't think).  This one may be my favorite one yet, as the picture quality is really good. 
     

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  14. 2nd earthquake in as many days. They're comparing it to the Northridge earthquake (1994).

  15. After using off the rack clubs my whole life, I'm off to get fitted for my first set of golf clubs! 🏌️‍♂️

    1. StormSurge

      StormSurge

      Played 9 tonight & hit em pretty well! 4 consecutive pars & nearly had 5. I’ve never done that before, so I’m excited. 

      And for the record, I don’t attribute that to the clubs, but to the impromptu lesson I received during my fitting. 

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  16. After using off the rack clubs my whole life, I'm off to get fitted for my first set of golf clubs! 🏌️‍♂️

    1. StormSurge

      StormSurge

      I will! I’ll be getting out on the course with them tonight. Thankfully I fit the ones I demo’d & I was hitting them great! My first new set of irons in 13 years. 

      Now I’m saving for my dream putter & eventually some new woods. 

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  17. My son gave me a gift of NES "Top Gun" yesterday.  My goal is to land the plane on the carrier.  I failed a few times, but now I've read the manual.  I won't let you down this time, Goose. 

     

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    1. StormSurge

      StormSurge

      I'm already having anxiety just thinking about that! Refueling was hard enough!

      Good luck!!

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  18. Welcome to Atari HQ in Los Gatos.

    Someone posted this picture on Facebook, and it screams 1970's to me. 

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  19. Has anyone else ever done Couch to 5K? The jump from Week 3 to Week 4 is brutal! (I did this a couple of years ago but I forgot about this.) 

    1. StormSurge

      StormSurge

      It definitely works & as long as my knees hold up and I can continue to the end, it's a great way to fend off the creeping waistline.

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  20. THIIIIIIIS close to my first "real" fire call. Reported vehicle fire. It was out when we arrived (which was quickly!). It was a smoking battery. So close!!

  21. OMG you guys!  I just got something spectacular.  A really old 12" Sony TV.  From the 1970's.  It's got a wood case!  It needs to be cleaned up.  But boy-o...is there any better way to play Atari than a really old Trinitron?  I'M PUMPED!

     

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  22. THIIIIIIIS close to my first "real" fire call. Reported vehicle fire. It was out when we arrived (which was quickly!). It was a smoking battery. So close!!

    1. StormSurge

      StormSurge

      First, I’d have to remember to grab my phone. Today, it was charging on my desk and I forgot to grab it. 

      Next, I’d have to obtain permission to share any photos, which shouldn’t be a problem. 

      I do hope to take some if & when it finally happens. 

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  23. My Mom passed away in her sleep early this morning.

    I feel so lost.

    1. StormSurge

      StormSurge

      Oh no Lee, I’m so sorry to hear that. My sincere condolences to you & your family. 😔

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