I need to share my joy! (aka the Happy Thread)

[Sharky]

Socceroos qualified for 2014 World Cup (F**K YEAH):D

And if they play anything like they did over the last couple of weeks it will be an embarrassing exit.....

[Kazza]

And if they play anything like they did over the last couple of weeks it will be an embarrassing exit.....

I'm fully aware our play-style is amateur at best, but one can always hope...:rolleyes:

[Lint]

First time in Perth's new Terminal 2. It's actually surprisingly good. It's past midnight, just about all shops are open and there's free internet on this ginormous screen computer. :D

[Sinnertwin]

Opened Fort Max. With the reported QC issues i was slightly concerned, but not to worry! Everything is where it should be and nothing's missing. Happy times! :D

[Hursticon]

Opened Fort Max. With the reported QC issues i was slightly concerned, but not to worry! Everything is where it should be and nothing's missing. Happy times! :D

Glad to hear dude, he's truly magnificent huh? :D

[Sinnertwin]

Glad to hear dude, he's truly magnificent huh? :D

Oh yeah! :D The issue of where to put him is far out weighed by his sheer awesomeness! :D

[Yukitora]

Depthcharge at 80% construction wise. just need wings and the chest and hands. "Oh YES!" (we'll just forget about the rubiks cube knees right now).
Tommrow it will be hacking into the fish gun and small detail work.

ALSO back is fine, thanks for the chats. still pulling a little but its dieing out and its back to the tailbone acting up as it normally does. midday naps still needed to straightn out at times.

[janda the red]

todays my last day at work for 3 months!!!!

i go on long service leave to look after our 4 month old son Casey, and my wife returns to work monday.

really excited... but kinda pooping myself a little bit too :o:D

[UltraMarginal]

ALSO back is fine, thanks for the chats. still pulling a little but its dieing out and its back to the tailbone acting up as it normally does. midday naps still needed to straightn out at times.

That's great to hear Yuki. hopefully normal becomes no tailbone acting up either.:)


todays my last day at work for 3 months!!!!

i go on long service leave to look after our 4 month old son Casey, and my wife returns to work monday.

really excited... but kinda pooping myself a little bit too :o:D

that sounds awesome, scary and exciting. all at once.

[1AZRAEL1]

I have finally taken the plunge into a new passion which I cannot wait to start. Next Saturday I cannot wait for now. More news on that later once I have my first day at it :D

As for the transformers movie, I love the soundtrack. Whenever any of the metal songs come up on my ipod, I have it blasting and belt it out, even when I'm at work. Great stuff.

[Trent]

I have finally taken the plunge into a new passion which I cannot wait to start. Next Saturday I cannot wait for now. More news on that later once I have my first day at it :D

Extreme ironing (http://youtu.be/njHE4S-HD3I)?!!!:eek: Yeah I always had you pegged for something like that. ;)
























:p

[lancalot]

Extreme ironing (http://youtu.be/njHE4S-HD3I)?!!!:eek: Yeah I always had you pegged for something like that. ;)
:p

WTF !:eek: :D:D:D cant stop laughing

[Hursticon]

Extreme ironing (http://youtu.be/njHE4S-HD3I)?!!!:eek: Yeah I always had you pegged for something like that. ;)
:p

LOL! :p:D

[1AZRAEL1]

Extreme ironing (http://youtu.be/njHE4S-HD3I)?!!!:eek: Yeah I always had you pegged for something like that. ;)

:p

Riiiiiiiiiggghht...

[UltraMarginal]

Riiiiiiiiiggghht...

Prove them wrong:D

[1AZRAEL1]

I have finally taken the plunge into a new passion which I cannot wait to start. Next Saturday I cannot wait for now. More news on that later once I have my first day at it :D.

Might as well tell you guys what I'm gonna do. I'm gonna be a viking :D I've started training in a medieval fight group where we dress up in armour and smack each other with swords shields axes and spears. Started my training yesterday and it's quite alot of fun. If anyone went to winterfest last week in parramatta would've seen the group I am training with.

[Sinnertwin]

Might as well tell you guys what I'm gonna do. I'm gonna be a viking :D I've started training in a medieval fight group where we dress up in armour and smack each other with swords shields axes and spears. Started my training yesterday and it's quite alot of fun. If anyone went to winterfest last week in parramatta would've seen the group I am training with.

Az, that is epic. :D

[Trent]

Might as well tell you guys what I'm gonna do. I'm gonna be a viking :D I've started training in a medieval fight group where we dress up in armour and smack each other with swords shields axes and spears. Started my training yesterday and it's quite alot of fun. If anyone went to winterfest last week in parramatta would've seen the group I am training with.

Wow. You totally have the look for a Viking! I fully expect to see video of you in action.:cool:

[1AZRAEL1]

Just picked up a couple of training swords from bunnings and Mel and I will be sparring partners for practicing. Once we both get a gauntlet and helmet each lol.

[UltraMarginal]

Might as well tell you guys what I'm gonna do. I'm gonna be a viking :D I've started training in a medieval fight group where we dress up in armour and smack each other with swords shields axes and spears. Started my training yesterday and it's quite alot of fun. If anyone went to winterfest last week in parramatta would've seen the group I am training with.

that's cool. as long as Mel doesn't get better at it than you, then you'll be totally whipped, more than already. :D

[Hursticon]

that's cool. as long as Mel doesn't get better at it than you, then you'll be totally whipped, more than already. :D

:p:D

[Hursticon]

Have just learnt the existence of, and have since bought, the Complete Series Boxset of one of my favourite Childhood Cartoons (http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/dvd/dvd-genres/kids-family/bananaman-complete-collection/574926) for the grand total of $11.00. :eek::D:cool:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/2011-02-101_zpse1ed2261.jpg


...Kal_El will know what I'm on about. :p

[lancalot]

Have just learnt the existence of, and have since bought, the Complete Series Boxset of one of my favourite Childhood Cartoons (http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/dvd/dvd-genres/kids-family/bananaman-complete-collection/574926) for the grand total of $11.00. :eek::D:cool:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/2011-02-101_zpse1ed2261.jpg


...Kal_El will know what I'm on about. :p

LOL :D:Di remember him!! on abc ... And you remember danger mouse ?...

[UltraMarginal]

Have just learnt the existence of, and have since bought, the Complete Series Boxset of one of my favourite Childhood Cartoons (http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/dvd/dvd-genres/kids-family/bananaman-complete-collection/574926) for the grand total of $11.00. :eek::D:cool:

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Webpics/2011-02-101_zpse1ed2261.jpg


...Kal_El will know what I'm on about. :p

Wow, that's pretty cool. I'll be looking for that next time I'm at JB, I'll be looking for SuperTed and Dangermouse as well.

[Hursticon]

LOL :D:Di remember him!! on abc ... And you remember danger mouse ?...


Wow, that's pretty cool. I'll be looking for that next time I'm at JB, I'll be looking for SuperTed and Dangermouse as well.

Hehe, yes I remember both of those too! :D - They do have Super-Ted but sadly only via "Special Order" at $30. :(
(I preferred Super-Ted & Count Duckula over Dangermouse though :o)

[Trent]

Hehe, yes I remember both of those too! :D - They do have Super-Ted but sadly only via "Special Order" at $30. :(
(I preferred Super-Ted & Count Duckula over Dangermouse though :o)

Count Duckula was the best. Followed closely by Bananaman. Roger Ramjet was up there as well.

[Kazza]

Even I remember banana man, with the villain appleman.

[Hursticon]

Count Duckula was the best. Followed closely by Bananaman. Roger Ramjet was up there as well.

"Roger Ramjet - He's our man, fighting for our freedom..." :p:D

[Yukitora]

my partner got me that on some idea it was my fave thing. i still haven't opened it... that is if i'm thinking of the same show... pretty sure i am. i do have count duckula and Trap Door... and charlie chalk...
Anyway what am i saying... ah yes,

I LIIIIIVVVVVE!!!! This Bots outta bed and hobbling along like Kup might. i expect to be in Prime condition in a few months after weight loss.
Depthcharge wings starting this week. 1.5-1.6m, based on the toy design.

[Hursticon]

I LIIIIIVVVVVE!!!! This Bots outta bed and hobbling along like Kup might. i expect to be in Prime condition in a few months after weight loss.
Depthcharge wings starting this week. 1.5-1.6m, based on the toy design.

Good to hear things are on the up and up Yuki, slow and easy eh? ;):)

[Autocon]

No Widget? Ferals?

[1AZRAEL1]

"Roger Ramjet - He's our man, fighting for our freedom..." :p:D

It's "Roger Ramjet and his eagles, fighting for our freedom..." I used to know the song off by heart lol.

And yes Widget was awesome too. Came out the same time as Captain Planet...

What about Mr Bumpy? And Bangers and Mash? I want all these shows on dvd dammit lol. Super Ted was always one of my favourites.

[Hursticon]

No Widget? Ferals?

I eventually grew to really dislike "Widget: The World Watcher" over time, I'm really not a fan of that purple, shape-shifting space hippy. :p

Now "The Ferals"; that was awesome...
Primarily because of a Rat, named Rattus, being the leader of the bunch - A Cat called Modigliana, as she was fuzzy but also tough - Darren was just a dopey Dog but Mixy was a muddled-up mixed-up Bunny... and that was the Ferals for ya. ;):cool:
(Horribly, horribly paraphrased but you get the point :p:D)

"Feral TV" sucked though, absolutely sucked the scunge of the sewer they supposedly resided in - I really felt sorry for them by that point. :(


It's "Roger Ramjet and his eagles, fighting for our freedom..." I used to know the song off by heart lol

Oh sue me for getting 4 words at the end of a line to a theme song I've not heard in 10-15 years wrong! :p:D
(For the record, it should read: "Roger Ramjet, he's our man, Hero of our nation..." :rolleyes::p)


What about Mr Bumpy? And Bangers and Mash? I want all these shows on dvd dammit lol. Super Ted was always one of my favourites.

Mr. Bumpy's "Bump in The Night" is and always will be wicked, "Bangers & Mash" were classic in their monkey business but all I want to know is where I can get a hold of some of that Spotted Man's magic dust! :D:cool:

[Trent]

No Widget? Ferals?

Speaking of hippies, I was kind of partial to Captain Planet and the Planeteers myself ;)

[1AZRAEL1]

that's cool. as long as Mel doesn't get better at it than you, then you'll be totally whipped, more than already. :D

She won't kick my arse lol

[Hursticon]

...this arrived! :p:D -

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BO3ZqBWCEAIAUIs.jpg:large


Oh the memories! :cool: -

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BO3bekvCMAITzM4.jpg:large

[UltraMarginal]

^ Quality right there.

[Yukitora]

Here it is, pics outta date now cause i've done the other side. Well you can't really tell how good or crap it is just yet, but it should be ready for a painting in a few days. I'm trying to build the chest. If i need to get out of it in a hurry I'm gonna be screwed.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7385/9265807917_3bf3ab377a.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84552714@N03/9265807917/)
dc (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84552714@N03/9265807917/) by TyranidKisses (http://www.flickr.com/people/84552714@N03/), on Flickr

[UltraMarginal]

Here it is, pics outta date now cause i've done the other side. Well you can't really tell how good or crap it is just yet, but it should be ready for a painting in a few days. I'm trying to build the chest. If i need to get out of it in a hurry I'm gonna be screwed.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7385/9265807917_3bf3ab377a.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84552714@N03/9265807917/)
dc (http://www.flickr.com/photos/84552714@N03/9265807917/) by TyranidKisses (http://www.flickr.com/people/84552714@N03/), on Flickr

Wow Yuki, that's pretty impressive work. do you have a thread for this build? to show off progress pics and the eventual finished masterpiece.

[canofwhoopass_87]

...this arrived! :p:D -

<snip>



Bahaha! Where be some snippets of his nemesis Appleman?!

[Hursticon]

Bahaha! Where be some snippets of his nemesis Appleman?!

Forthcoming, don't you worry. ;):p

[Yukitora]

Just went and got some mechtech line for $10 and some prime line too. A snake Omega who looks pretty alright but the colours suck. Gonna give him some proper metallics. So this week i got a combined effort of 8 bots... i'm currently after generations stuffs tooooo. Also dah dah daaaahhhhhhhh Depthcharge gets his first paint tommorow. Just the head. Unfortunatly he doesn't have finished eyes so any ideas bout that, throw them my way. I also got 2.5 kg prawns and on the way to getting my roast rabbit. I saw lots of things i wanted and picked out over a grand worth of 'i want that'. We are also getting a little dinky not too embarissing car. I can drive it but my oartners gonna get the driving test done and bye bye money. At least no more bus and taxi. More transformers money. Thats a good thing right?! Ahh nah my back tailbone thing is just crazy. It vairies between fix and not fix. If i ever get a walking frame, its gonna bee Bbbbbeeeeeeeee shaped. Or castle shaped. Cause i'm a princess...

[snaketales]

Dragged out my encore Omega Supreme this morning (kids are having a ball with the rocket base mode). Last time I got him out the tank turret wouldn't rotate. Gave it a run and still refused to work, so I manually rotated it a few times - and the sucker started working again!!! :D

[gamblor916]

Took my first foray onto two wheels again courtesy of an Eastern Creek track day. All I can say is take riding on the road and multiple the fun factor by 1000!
Cracking open the throttle on the main straight is like :eek: and then :D

[Hursticon]

Took my first foray onto two wheels again courtesy of an Eastern Creek track day. All I can say is take riding on the road and multiple the fun factor by 1000!
Cracking open the throttle on the main straight is like :eek: and then :D

Very good to hear dude, an excellent way of shaking off any lingering concerns - Good on ya. ;):)

[morg176]

got rid of crazy john's [mobile phone company] forever today.
no more speaking to people who cant speak english, who cant understand basic questions and cant f* spell my name!

Moved to Amaysim.

now i have to put all the numbers back into my old 2004 brick :D

[Trent]

Finally, after putting it off for almost a year, I got around to filling the garden I built in the backyard with dirt. 2 and half tons worth of shoveling. All by myself.


I'm tired. :o

[Hursticon]

I'm tired. :o

I've no doubt! :eek:

[UltraMarginal]

Finally, after putting it off for almost a year, I got around to filling the garden I built in the backyard with dirt. 2 and half tons worth of shoveling. All by myself.


I'm tired. :o

Man are you going to be sore tomorrow. :D

[Megatron]

Finally, after putting it off for almost a year, I got around to filling the garden I built in the backyard with dirt. 2 and half tons worth of shoveling. All by myself.


I'm tired. :o

Congrats. :D I garden every chance I get, as I'm now in the process of creating a new garden and orchard from scratch. I love it. :o

So.. I suppose putting in some plants would be next, then? ;):p

[Trent]

Man are you going to be sore tomorrow. :D

I am. :( All I want to do today is sleep. Unfortunately work has other ideas. :rolleyes:


So.. I suppose putting in some plants would be next, then? ;):p

Give the dirt a week or 2 to settle then on with the weed matting, then plants. No idea what we're putting in yet.:)

[Megatron]

Give the dirt a week or 2 to settle then on with the weed matting, then plants. No idea what we're putting in yet.:)

Ooh.. great choice! lol :D

[Trent]

Ooh.. great choice! lol :D

:p

[Yukitora]

Borrowing my friends 'ab circle pro'. Would like to know who else thinks its easy fun. I think its easy fun. And don't mind getting on it. Where the excersise bike had me totally unhappeh. I hope to loose the beef from pretty much all over but mainly the top back and front tummy floaty device which i have managed to build myself over the years.

[Lint]

Had a bit of a panic when I found that my HLJ preorder for the MP Fairlady Z's did not include Smokescreen. I started hunting around madly for any preorders still available and found that robotkingdom probably had the most reasonable deal still around. Nearly placed an order when I decided to do a quick search of my email to find that I had already ingeniously placed an RK preorder months ago when the dollar was stronger. Go me!

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

YEAH! Successfully learnt to play a little Chestnut ditty for my drum class! WOOOOOOOOOOO

[Sinnertwin]

Borrowing my friends 'ab circle pro'. Would like to know who else thinks its easy fun. I think its easy fun. And don't mind getting on it. Where the excersise bike had me totally unhappeh. I hope to loose the beef from pretty much all over but mainly the top back and front tummy floaty device which i have managed to build myself over the years.

:)
If you'd like some tips, feel free to drop me a line, i'd be happy to help.

[GoktimusPrime]

Had a bit of a panic when I found that my HLJ preorder for the MP Fairlady Z's did not include Smokescreen. I started hunting around madly for any preorders still available and found that robotkingdom probably had the most reasonable deal still around. Nearly placed an order when I decided to do a quick search of my email to find that I had already ingeniously placed an RK preorder months ago when the dollar was stronger. Go me!
DUDE!! That just reminds me that I haven't preordered MP Smokescreen either! :eek: Just checked Amazon JP, thankfully they're still offering preorders at 27% off RRP. :o Do ya reckon Hasbro will be able to release the Nissan MP cars? (I have no idea what their deal is w/ the Nissan licence atm)

[Lint]

DUDE!! That just reminds me that I haven't preordered MP Smokescreen either! :eek: Just checked Amazon JP, thankfully they're still offering preorders at 27% off RRP. :o Do ya reckon Hasbro will be able to release the Nissan MP cars? (I have no idea what their deal is w/ the Nissan licence atm)

Given the Sideswipe mold experience I have not a lot of confidence for a Hasbro release. Besides which theres not much wrong with TT masterpieces except the price.

[GoktimusPrime]

Besides which theres not much wrong with TT masterpieces except the price.
Price does matter though. Being more expensive isn't necessarily bad if the toy can justify that price - which I find recent TakTOM MPs don't. But at least by preordering we're gonna get this toy at below retail prices which makes it more worthwhile. I don't find any of the recent MPs worth paying full RRP for.

Although the weakened AUD makes it hurt more. At least the AUD was still above parity w/ the USD when MP Lambor came out -- mine cost about $50 at preorder price. I'm being charged the same preorder prices for my Nissan MPs in JPY, but converted to current AUD prices it's about $56. :o I'll probably get Bluestreak and Prowl shipped together (mebbe w/ some other JP toys I've got incoming/waiting) to save on postage.

[Trent]

So after about 3 months of being busy, being sick or the weather being crap, got the mountain bike out on Saturday with the intention of getting dropped off up the top of the escarpment and bombing down, only to find out that after 3 months of sitting idle, the front and rear suspension had seized :mad: So it went in for a service today.

ALL FIXED!:D And he did it for free cause he's a top bloke!:cool:

Keen as for this weekend. Way past time to be getting back into it. Might do a few uphill rides during the week in prep.

:D:cool::D

[snaketales]

Wa-hoooooo I've hit the lead in our work footy tipping competition, with only two weeks to go!
Not bad considering in the first week I got only two out of nine correct tips....

[morg176]

got one of those little 8" android tablets from aldi's.
never used android before. what are some of the essential apps to have on a tablet and do you have to have a google play account?
:D:D:D

[Bidoofdude]

This was a couple days ago, but I thought I'd mention it.

I was at Good Games in Melbourne, because my brother was getting some stuff. I was looking through the Yugioh folders for some cards to support my Kuriboh cards and I found "Berserker Crush" in the $3 folder. So I picked it out and was about to pay for it.

However, just before, this guy comes up to me and says he found one in the $1 folder. I thanked him and he said he felt compelled to do it.

Nice to know there are people like him who are willing to help out someone save a couple dollars. :) It was a small thing but it restored a little hope in humanity for me. He was a nice guy.

[UltraMarginal]

got one of those little 8" android tablets from aldi's.
never used android before. what are some of the essential apps to have on a tablet and do you have to have a google play account?
:D:D:D

Yes a Google Play account is essential, at least I don't know how you get apps without one.

essential apps, really depends on your interests,

comixology
beyond pod (Podcast player)
poweramp (music player that shows a compilation album only once)
convertpad
recipe convert
algeo calculator
80s cartoon soundboard
3Gwatchdog (if you're putting it on a phone/data plan of any sort)
AVG Antivirus
hill climb racing
frame design
transformers Legends
photobucket
there are some great soundboards out there (80's cartoon, portal 2)
shazam
sonicCD
STL View
The Matrix live wall paper

Just to name a few :):o


This was a couple days ago, but I thought I'd mention it.

I was at Good Games in Melbourne, because my brother was getting some stuff. I was looking through the Yugioh folders for some cards to support my Kuriboh cards and I found "Berserker Crush" in the $3 folder. So I picked it out and was about to pay for it.

However, just before, this guy comes up to me and says he found one in the $1 folder. I thanked him and he said he felt compelled to do it.

Nice to know there are people like him who are willing to help out someone save a couple dollars. :) It was a small thing but it restored a little hope in humanity for me. He was a nice guy.

what a good fellow.

[Trent]

Took this yesterday. :cool: Not a bad part of the world :)


http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc88/Wrxus/photo.jpg

[SuspectimusPrime]

Took this yesterday. :cool: Not a bad part of the world :)


http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc88/Wrxus/photo.jpg

That's pretty good work for a Monday :)

[Kazza]

Yay, finally got my hands on an australian released Final Fantasy IX original (in excellent condition), thus completing my ps1 collection of original australian release of FFVII, FFVIII and FFIX for playstation.

[Trent]

That's pretty good work for a Monday :)

That was my day off ;)

Although I am pretty lucky in that with my job I get to travel anywhere from Helensburgh to Ulladulla. Some very pretty scenery along that strip of coast

[Hursticon]

Took this yesterday. :cool: Not a bad part of the world :)


*snip*

Curious... From what point in the 'Gong is that stunning panoramic shot taken dude? :eek::)

[Trent]

Curious... From what point in the 'Gong is that stunning panoramic shot taken dude? :eek::)

The park with the cannons in Cliff Rd North Wollongong :)

[KalEl]

Got a Hot Toys Wolverine and new goblin on their way! Excited!

[Hursticon]

The park with the cannons in Cliff Rd North Wollongong :)

Ah! - The shot had me scratching my head as I could see the harbour & lighthouse etc in relation to the camera's POV and just couldn't make heads or tails of where it was! :p

[Kazza]

Just nabbed my 20th platinum trophy (Tales of Xillia) on psn.

[Hursticon]

Thanks to Paulbot, I received a figure that joins 4 others from my childhood :D - Really chuffed to have these 5 in my possession once again after SO many years. ;):)

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/DSCI0310_zps42d48aa7.jpg

[1AZRAEL1]

Gotta say, I'm having so much damn fun doing medieval fighting right now. Did more training today, wife made me a tunic to wear, one of the guys is making me a belt, wife making my pants, and another fighter gave me a helmet I have to work on to make it mine. Quite cool looking too.

Picked up the spear again today, only 2nd time since first using one to see how I went, over 2 months ago. And already one of the head trainers said I have the best accuracy save for him and another head trainer. I didn't think I'd like spear, but it's actually quite fun. Might have to train on it more.

[Wheelie]

After screwing up last week on the legominifigs, picked an elf and scarecrow no probs yesterday

[Hursticon]

Gotta say, I'm having so much damn fun doing medieval fighting right now. Did more training today, wife made me a tunic to wear, one of the guys is making me a belt, wife making my pants, and another fighter gave me a helmet I have to work on to make it mine. Quite cool looking too.

Picked up the spear again today, only 2nd time since first using one to see how I went, over 2 months ago. And already one of the head trainers said I have the best accuracy save for him and another head trainer. I didn't think I'd like spear, but it's actually quite fun. Might have to train on it more.

Good to hear dude, glad it's something that both you & the Missus are enjoying and that you're seeing improvements ;):cool:; how big is the spear?, coz the picture in my head is you standing there at attention with a stick that's many times your height. :p

[1AZRAEL1]

Good to hear dude, glad it's something that both you & the Missus are enjoying and that you're seeing improvements ;):cool:; how big is the spear?, coz the picture in my head is you standing there at attention with a stick that's many times your height. :p

Many times my height lol :p

Honestly I don't know how long the spear is, certainly taller than me.

[MayzaPrime]

Thanks to Paulbot, I received a figure that joins 4 others from my childhood :D - Really chuffed to have these 5 in my possession once again after SO many years. ;):)

http://i1032.photobucket.com/albums/a409/Darkone666au/Crap/DSCI0310_zps42d48aa7.jpg

Many hours where spent playing with these toys when I was growing up... Transformers and TMNT were the only toys my brother and I wanted!

[Hursticon]

Many times my height lol :p

Honestly I don't know how long the spear is, certainly taller than me.

They're often in the vicinity of 7-8ft (Sometimes longer) aren't they? :eek:


Many hours where spent playing with these toys when I was growing up... Transformers and TMNT were the only toys my brother and I wanted!

As with myself dude, as with myself. :D

[1AZRAEL1]

They're often in the vicinity of 7-8ft (Sometimes longer) aren't they? :eek:

I'll have ask them, coz I have no idea how long they are. Think the one I was using was 9foot. But there are varying lengths with their own pros and cons, depending on which fighting style we want to use.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Not to take pleasure in another's suffering, but... kinda to take pleasure in another's suffering.. i'm pleased today because after 2+ years of trying to convince my boss to fire someone, it's finally going to happen next week.

Good news, but it's a bit bittersweet in that it took so long, and in no way signifies a change in attitude towards the speedy firing of incompetent morans instead of letting them slowly destroy the company.

[kurdt_the_goat]

2 posts in a row, this one's a big'n though!

Just completely paid off my house & land mortgage and am now 100% debt free ... if i don't count the MP Prowl postage that i owe Llamatron :D

[lancalot]

2 posts in a row, this one's a big'n though!

Just completely paid off my house & land mortgage and am now 100% debt free ... if i don't count the MP Prowl postage that i owe Llamatron :D

wOw bro...that a great milestone man...congrats

[jazzcomp]

2 posts in a row, this one's a big'n though!

Just completely paid off my house & land mortgage and am now 100% debt free ... if i don't count the MP Prowl postage that i owe Llamatron :D
Congrats!

[1AZRAEL1]

What they said. Great to break free from such a sizeable debt. I'm still at least 20 odd years away, if I don't win lotto first lol

[Trent]

2 posts in a row, this one's a big'n though!

Just completely paid off my house & land mortgage and am now 100% debt free ... if i don't count the MP Prowl postage that i owe Llamatron :D

Fantastic news dude! It must be a wonderful feeling. I'm hoping to be half way through mine by early next year.

Now get out there and buy another. Investment property time :D

[gamblor916]

2 posts in a row, this one's a big'n though!

Just completely paid off my house & land mortgage and am now 100% debt free ... if i don't count the MP Prowl postage that i owe Llamatron :D

Congrats man that's a big one.

[Hursticon]

Not to take pleasure in another's suffering, but... kinda to take pleasure in another's suffering.. i'm pleased today because after 2+ years of trying to convince my boss to fire someone, it's finally going to happen next week.

Good news, but it's a bit bittersweet in that it took so long, and in no way signifies a change in attitude towards the speedy firing of incompetent morans instead of letting them slowly destroy the company.


2 posts in a row, this one's a big'n though!

Just completely paid off my house & land mortgage and am now 100% debt free ... if i don't count the MP Prowl postage that i owe Llamatron :D

Bloody good show on both counts mate, really pleased for you! ;):cool:


...for me though? - I'm happy because my Photobucket bandwidth cap has been lifted! :eek: Hooray! - My sig & pics live again! :p:D

[kurdt_the_goat]

Thanks for the congratulations everyone :)


Now get out there and buy another. Investment property time :D

Reminds me of this Seinfeld standup:

I’m not an investor. People always tell me, you should have your money working for you. I’ve decided I’ll do the work. I’m gonna let the money relax. You know what I mean? ‘Cause you send your money out there – working for you – a lot of times, it gets fired. You go back there, “What happened? I had my money. It was here, it was working for me.” “Yeah, I remember your money. Showing up late. Taking time off. We had to let him go.

I'll probably start a term deposit again, nice and low risk :D

[Megatron]

Just completely paid off my house & land mortgage and am now 100% debt free ... if i don't count the MP Prowl postage that i owe Llamatron :D

Congrats! I've almost reached that goal as well.


...for me though? - I'm happy because my Photobucket bandwidth cap has been lifted! :eek: Hooray! - My sig & pics live again! :p:D

But now the Dummy has taken over! :eek:

[Hursticon]

But now the Dummy has taken over! :eek:

He walks.
He stalks.

"Viewer, beware, you're in for a scare! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SIstuJBcNQ&feature=youtu.be&t=25s)" :D

[UltraMarginal]

2 posts in a row, this one's a big'n though!

Just completely paid off my house & land mortgage and am now 100% debt free ... if i don't count the MP Prowl postage that i owe Llamatron :D

Nice, congratulations. that's a great milestone.

[Megatron]

He walks.
He stalks.

"Viewer, beware, you're in for a scare! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SIstuJBcNQ&feature=youtu.be&t=25s)" :D

Heh. I never got into those books. Do you have the entire collection? I can imagine you with a whole bookcase just dedicated to them. Do you have an all time favorite Goosebumps story?

[Hursticon]

Heh. I never got into those books. Do you have the entire collection? I can imagine you with a whole bookcase just dedicated to them. Do you have an all time favorite Goosebumps story?

Hehe. :D

Sadly, no, I don't have the entire 62 novel run as I only ever owned a handful and they were kindly donated to the local Vinnies when I entered High School - Unbeknownst to me by my parents. :(
(I also tended to borrow many from a mate who between he & his elder Brother had the whole lot ;):))

A key draw for me with the series was T. Jacobus' utterly stunning artwork for the covers, they gave such a brilliant mental base-line for what to picture in your mind's eye (Especially to an 8-12y/o ;)) and if said covers were ever to be released in some type of 'Print' form? - I'd collect the lot in a heartbeat. :cool:

My favourite story? - Easily the "Night of The Living Dummy" series, specifically parts I (http://goosebumps.wikia.com/wiki/Night_of_the_Living_Dummy), II (http://goosebumps.wikia.com/wiki/Night_of_the_Living_Dummy_II) & III (http://goosebumps.wikia.com/wiki/Night_of_the_Living_Dummy_III) as I never caught any of the subsequent entries (By which time I was in High School + I think they took place in a splinter line of Goosebumps books :o), the subject matter & lead character Slappy (The happy chap adorning my Avatar & Sig :D) have stuck in my memory for many years although admittedly the actual stories have heavily faded...

That's why I picked these up a couple of weeks ago! :D

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BVp9Ml5CQAAMCgM.jpg:large


There were many other stories of R.L. Stine (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/R.L._Stine)'s Goosebumps (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Goosebumps_books#Goosebumps_Series) that I liked, but these were the "Winners" and are a very key reason as to why this is one of my most favourite films (http://youtu.be/8b_HVtHmK30). ;):)

[Trent]

My little brother had the whole set. I only ever read a few of them as they were a bit 'kiddie' for me at the time. Still, I usually enjoyed the ones I read. :)

[5FDP]

There were many other stories of R.L. Stine (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/R.L._Stine)'s Goosebumps (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Goosebumps_books#Goosebumps_Series) that I liked, but these were the "Winners" and are a very key reason as to why this is one of my most favourite films (http://youtu.be/8b_HVtHmK30). ;):)

Never got around to watching that movie. I might put it on my Halloween watch list.

[Cat]

Thanks for the congratulations everyone :)



Reminds me of this Seinfeld standup:


I'll probably start a term deposit again, nice and low risk :D

Low risk, but also low reward. A good option for when you're still working out what you want to do, provided you are positive you can commit to the full term, otherwise it's a complete waste.

Sharemarket? Well, you shouldn't go into that without planning to invest it for a MINIMUM of 10 years.

[kurdt_the_goat]

I don't have the time or desire to learn anything about the sharemarket! But yeah, i've done term deposits before and with a decent amount in them, it's good enough for me, considering it requires no effort :)

[Cat]

Also depends how much money you're talking about.

But it can really pay off.

If we're talking a decent amount, then most banks offer a free first consultation with a financial planner. They can be very useful. Just ignore the product pushing.

[SkyWarp91]

Won a match of League Of Legends of 4v5 where I'm on the minority team and the opposition was constantly taunting me.

Oh yeah small victory big injection of happiness :)

[Golden Phoenix]

Won a match of League Of Legends of 4v5 where I'm on the minority team and the opposition was constantly taunting me.

Oh yeah small victory big injection of happiness :)

Those wins are always the most satisfying.

[UltraMarginal]

Played Baseball yesterday morning, we only had 8 so our ninth batting position was an automatic out.

We still won the game 10-3. :D Very satisfying.

[kup]

Not to take pleasure in another's suffering, but... kinda to take pleasure in another's suffering.. i'm pleased today because after 2+ years of trying to convince my boss to fire someone, it's finally going to happen next week.

Good news, but it's a bit bittersweet in that it took so long, and in no way signifies a change in attitude towards the speedy firing of incompetent morans instead of letting them slowly destroy the company.

Unfortunately due to HR laws and silly modern bureaucracy, it is very difficult to fire someone if they are incompetent. It is easier to do so if they did something really bad like harassment or fraud but incompetence is not really something you can get them on. It is too much of a massive bureaucratic hassle that may proof more of a burden and risk to the manager than the 'unreliable' employee. As a result, many managers would rather suffer an incompetent or lazy employee than do something about it. My previous company was notorious for that.

I say you are lucky it's being done at all. I know of 'lifers' who have been doing a half assed job for maybe 10 years and still there.

[kup]

2 posts in a row, this one's a big'n though!

Just completely paid off my house & land mortgage and am now 100% debt free ... if i don't count the MP Prowl postage that i owe Llamatron :D

Congratz! Once you are debt free, you pretty much have free reign on all your income.

[kurdt_the_goat]

Unfortunately due to HR laws and silly modern bureaucracy, it is very difficult to fire someone if they are incompetent. It is easier to do so if they did something really bad like harassment or fraud but incompetence is not really something you can get them on. It is too much of a massive bureaucratic hassle that may proof more of a burden and risk to the manager than the 'unreliable' employee. As a result, many managers would rather suffer an incompetent or lazy employee than do something about it. My previous company was notorious for that.

I say you are lucky it's being done at all. I know of 'lifers' who have been doing a half assed job for maybe 10 years and still there.

The company i work for is pretty small and so the main reason incompetent people get to freeride for a while is due to cash flow (he was in sales and the company has the mindset "any sale's better than none", sigh) or the fact that in this case, the 'boss' is the person who has to pick up the slack of the fired individual.

They have less problems firing someone when it results in more work for everyone else, but when he has to pick up the slack? Very reluctant! In the end it seems the staff member who got the boot was just made redundant 'amicably', ie just the nicer, easier way out. However it happened though i'm glad it did! The positive effects of just losing a strain on the company is seen immediately.


Congratz! Once you are debt free, you pretty much have free reign on all your income.

Tell me about it! I remember discussing with you several years ago the pro's and con's of renting versus home owning. It didn't dawn on me until i realised how quickly we could pay off the mortgage, that that is the true benefit of going from rental to home owner. For a while we were paying more than we did while renting of course, but now i don't have to pay anything!

It's a bit daunting to be honest, i intend to keep saving so i can safely move to Japan and live the easy life one day, but knowing how quickly my savings are going to go up, already i'm eyeing up things to buy that i shouldn't be!

[Kazza]

I wish my post was about the acquisition of TRU MP Soundwave and Acid Storm. Instead its about my chance of a promotion at work. I've been offered an interview for a managing role in my current department.:D Hope I can blitz the interview.

[jazzcomp]

Goodluck!

[lancalot]

I wish my post was about the acquisition of TRU MP Soundwave and Acid Storm. Instead its about my chance of a promotion at work. I've been offered an interview for a managing role in my current department.:D Hope I can blitz the interview.

all the best !! good luck :)

[Kazza]

Thanks guys for the vote in confidence.:)

[UltraMarginal]

I wish my post was about the acquisition of TRU MP Soundwave and Acid Storm. Instead its about my chance of a promotion at work. I've been offered an interview for a managing role in my current department.:D Hope I can blitz the interview.

good luck with the interview Kazza, remember, "Beeee yourself" :cool:

[SMHFConvoy]

Just won a new nexus tablet, so yeah I'm pretty happy right now.

[The_Black_Sheep]

Guess who's going to see Bon Jovi & Kid Rock @ ANZ Stadium? :D

[Hursticon]

Guess who's going to see Bon Jovi & Kid Rock @ ANZ Stadium? :D

Devil without a cause huh? :D

@SMHFConvoy: Well done man! :eek:

[Kazza]

Today's purchase of Soundwave pushed my collection of TF's to 100.:D

[1AZRAEL1]

Today's purchase of Soundwave pushed my collection of TF's to 100.:D

Is that it? :p jk

[Cat]

One of my favourite super-heroes, Hourman, is slated to get his own TV show.

It's amazing to think we may get a deluge of Hourman collectibles, and hopefully it'll push his status in the comics world.

He's literally one of the oldest super-heroes, being from the Golden Age, but he's pretty low profile, maybe even obscure to the average fan.

This is awesome.

[Kazza]

Is that it? :p jk

:o... but yeah as mentioned in my collection thread, I only collect MP's and leader class or any other big TF's, no legends, no deluxe and I rarely touch voyagers. So it will definitely take me ages to hit high numbers in my TF collection.

[Megatran]

:o... but yeah as mentioned in my collection thread, I only collect MP's and leader class or any other big TF's, no legends, no deluxe and I rarely touch voyagers. So it will definitely take me ages to hit high numbers in my TF collection.

Congratulations! If this year is any indication, you'll hit 200 in no time (wallet permitting ;)).

Do you have a favourite?

[Kazza]

Congratulations! If this year is any indication, you'll hit 200 in no time (wallet permitting ;)).

Do you have a favourite?

Favourite masterpiece would be Grimlock.

[jazzcomp]

Huge thanks to mknell for the voucher and to members for the sightings.
Thanks to the great TRU employees of Chatswood and Parramatta!

[Hursticon]

Favourite masterpiece would be Grimlock.

Congrats :); Grimlock is indeed a favourite of mine also, he's no Soundwave however. :D

[Cat]

Congrats :); Grimlock is indeed a favourite of mine also, he's no Prowl however. :D

FTFY.

[SuspectimusPrime]

:o... but yeah as mentioned in my collection thread, I only collect MP's and leader class or any other big TF's, no legends, no deluxe and I rarely touch voyagers. So it will definitely take me ages to hit high numbers in my TF collection.

Understandingly, that's a huge collection of big-sized toys! Congrats!

And I've seen that you're branching out more and targeting Botcon Ultras/Voyagers!

[Hursticon]

FTFY.

Bah! :p

[Kazza]

Understandingly, that's a huge collection of big-sized toys! Congrats!

And I've seen that you're branching out more and targeting Botcon Ultras/Voyagers!

Yup, but I'm fearful of branching out, as I have the habit like most people to 'collect them all'. But I think outside of the Universe ultras and botcon voyagers/ultras. I probably won't get any more.

[Cat]

You're totally right. Thanks for correcting me.

You're welcome.

:P

[1AZRAEL1]

:o... but yeah as mentioned in my collection thread, I only collect MP's and leader class or any other big TF's, no legends, no deluxe and I rarely touch voyagers. So it will definitely take me ages to hit high numbers in my TF collection.

It's good that you can restrict yourself. I have a problem of buying any G1 figure I don't have, and classics, and MP, etc... :p

[Paul Agnew]

Picked this up last week, and been watching it every day. It pleases me greatly to finally have this much underrated series released at last on DVD.

http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/rkt/MEDIUM//44/75/4475642.jpg

[UltraMarginal]

Picked this up last week, and been watching it every day. It pleases me greatly to finally have this much underrated series released at last on DVD.

http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/rkt/MEDIUM//44/75/4475642.jpg

Where did you find that?! and how does it compare to the traditional Frew Phantom we all know and love?

[Paul Agnew]

Where did you find that?!

JB HiFi. As it's a new release, they're selling the set for about $37, but I suspect they'll be raising the price back up to $48 within the next few days/week or two.


how does it compare to the traditional Frew Phantom we all know and love?

Honestly, it depends on what you're looking for in a series, and Phantom 2040 isn't exactly everyone's cup of tea. Suffice it to say, I enjoy the show immensely, though I do have a habit of liking things others don't.

To give you an idea of what the show's like, many elements were reused in "The Phantom VS Singh Brotherhood 2050!" (aka Frew #1276), such as the futuristic designs, orbital space platforms, and high-tech living. As with "2050!", the show has its own unique art style designed by Peter Chung (whom used a similar style for his celebrated "Aeon Flux" property) which I suspect is where most of the complaints lie.

If you can get past the character designs and the show's tendency to be quite preachy when laying down environmental messages (though it's far more subtle than Captain Planet ever was, and serves towards an overall 'Nature VS Technology' subplot), then you should have fun with it.

Characterization is one of the show's greatest strengths (Kit thrust into a role he has no desire or experience to, Rebecca's snide confidence yet sadness over losing her husband), as virtually every character has their own unique story, trials and tribulations, plus their decisions can (and do) alter the show's final outcome. The voice actors, while 'name' celebrities, truly do give it their all (in particular Scott Valentine/Kit Walker, Margot Kidder/Rebecca Madison, Jeff Bennett/Maxwell Jr., and Mark Hamill/Doctor Jak) and help the audience buy into their characters.

Animation-wise, it's not a visual masterpiece (though I am fascinated by the CGI/traditional mix for Metropia), and the DVDs themselves aren't exactly as crisp and clean as I had hoped (though maybe it's because I'm watching it on a large widescreen television), or expected from 5 episodes a disc. It's still watchable, but could be improved. Plus I have to mention the music (especially main theme) is superb.

In short, definitely worth giving it a go. May take a little time adjusting, but a great tale in the end.

http://img30.imageshack.us/img30/7927/a0jp.jpg

[UltraMarginal]

Thanks for the insight, I might just give it a look in, especially since it is written by Lee Falk.

[Megatran]

I've received confirmation earlier today that I got the promotion at my work. It came about due to organisation re-structure. Been sweating on it for several weeks but cannot contain my joy. It's welcome news given I'm currently on business travel for the last 2 weeks to regional Vic. No begrudging regional Vic ... It's travelling & staying in motel/hotel alone that's a bit depressing. Sure missing the wife.

So I've moved into a manager role. But what this all means is more coin for TF acquisitions!

[UltraMarginal]

I've received confirmation earlier today that I got the promotion at my work. It came about due to organisation re-structure. Been sweating on it for several weeks but cannot contain my joy. It's welcome news given I'm currently on business travel for the last 2 weeks to regional Vic. No begrudging regional Vic ... It's travelling & staying in motel/hotel alone that's a bit depressing. Sure missing the wife.

So I've moved into a manager role. But what this all means is more coin for TF acquisitions!

Congrats on the promotion Megatran, that sort of thing helps to make it feel like your work values you.

[lancalot]

I've received confirmation earlier today that I got the promotion at my work. It came about due to organisation re-structure. Been sweating on it for several weeks but cannot contain my joy. It's welcome news given I'm currently on business travel for the last 2 weeks to regional Vic. No begrudging regional Vic ... It's travelling & staying in motel/hotel alone that's a bit depressing. Sure missing the wife.

So I've moved into a manager role. But what this all means is more coin for TF acquisitions!

Congratz mate... so does that mean you getting Ultimetal prime? :p

[Megatran]

Congratz mate... so does that mean you getting Ultimetal prime? :p

Ahhh ...... no.

I thought it was well established on another thread that the only way anyone was willing to cough up coin for Ultimetal Prime was to win the Jackpot of a $20 million Tatts draw. I'm still hopeful. :p

[UltraMarginal]

Ahhh ...... no.

I thought it was well established on another thread that the only way anyone was willing to cough up coin for Ultimetal Prime was to win the Jackpot of a $20 million Tatts draw. I'm still hopeful. :p

as am I...

[Bartrim]

Reading about this whole batkid thing is really restoring my faith in humanity.

[janda the red]

Reading about this whole batkid thing is really restoring my faith in humanity.

I just looked it up after reading your post.

Wow.... What a great thing they did for that little dude, and so many people got behind it! I couldn't agree more with you Bartrim :D

[morg176]

Finally splurged just a little and bought myself something I've wanted since about 2005 when I first saw them on the net.

Now just waiting for the parcel to arrive. I'm not known for patience in such instances.

:D:D:D

[Megatran]

Watched on the TV news today where a man had spent 3 days in an upturned boat at the bottom of the sea bed. Yes 3 days! A salvage team went to retrieve the tug boat and to their surprise found the man standing chest high in water. Lucky for him there was a pocket of trapped air, but I can't imagine what would be going through his mind in those 3 days. What a remarkable story of survival (& rescue).

[Hursticon]

Watched on the TV news today where a man had spent 3 days in an upturned boat at the bottom of the sea bed. Yes 3 days! A salvage team went to retrieve the tug boat and to their surprise found the man standing chest high in water. Lucky for him there was a pocket of trapped air, but I can't imagine what would be going through his mind in those 3 days. What a remarkable story of survival (& rescue).

Yeah I caught that headline this morning too, how bloody hectic is that huh? - Indeed, how would you entertain your mind in such a situation eh? :eek:

[Megatran]

Happy bday Golden Phoenix. Enjoy the day!

Btw, every time my young nephew sees your avatar picture, he says that he wants to eat you. I tell him that GP is probably some big dude who probably could eat him in one big gulp! He just giggles. :D

[morg176]

Finally splurged just a little and bought myself something I've wanted since about 2005 when I first saw them on the net.

Now just waiting for the parcel to arrive. I'm not known for patience in such instances.

:D:D:D

Waiting for the parcel is doing me in and they don't seem to deliver on Saturdays? Why not?
It took a day to get from Auckland to Sydney, and I think its STILL IN SYDNEY! How long does it take to put a box on a truck and drive from Sydney to Wollongong?

Still very excited that the parcel is coming though : )

[Golden Phoenix]

Happy bday Golden Phoenix. Enjoy the day!

Btw, every time my young nephew sees your avatar picture, he says that he wants to eat you. I tell him that GP is probably some big dude who probably could eat him in one big gulp! He just giggles. :D

Thanks mate. (sorry for the late reply, only just saw the post)

The sandwich is supposed to dance, but the forums systems wont display the gif properly.

[Trent]

Awesome day. Spent the morning at the beach with with the wife before knocking over some Christmas shopping. Had a nice lunch and spent the travel time inbetween destinations listening to Australia thrash the Poms in the cricket.

Life is good. :)

[SuspectimusPrime]

Waiting for the parcel is doing me in and they don't seem to deliver on Saturdays? Why not?
It took a day to get from Auckland to Sydney, and I think its STILL IN SYDNEY! How long does it take to put a box on a truck and drive from Sydney to Wollongong?

Still very excited that the parcel is coming though : )

This seems very intriguing. Remember to post many pics when it does arrive!

[Megatron]

YESSS!!

Just got a Botcon 2008 SG Jazz loose complete, mint.

Freakin Awesome! :D

[MayzaPrime]

YESSS!!

Just got a Botcon 2008 SG Jazz loose complete, mint.

Freakin Awesome! :D

Congrats Megatron! SG Jazz is a holy grail for me

[Megatron]

Congrats Megatron! SG Jazz is a holy grail for me

Thanks dude! He is the last of all the Botcon exclusive figures that I wanted. :)

Do you have one yourself? If not the next one I come across I can let you know. :)

[MayzaPrime]

Thanks dude! He is the last of all the Botcon exclusive figures that I wanted. :)

Do you have one yourself? If not the next one I come across I can let you know. :)

No I don't, I would appreciate that mate, he is a figure that I have wanted for a while

[Megatran]

Have a great Birthday today Trent!

[Trent]

The cricket is on and Spiderken brought me beer.






Champion :D

[kup]

Dirge's wedding last night. It was a nice ceremony and best wishes to him and his new wife!

[Trent]

Dirge's wedding last night. It was a nice ceremony and best wishes to him and his new wife!

Saw on Facebook. Congratulations to you and your new wife Dirge!! Tumbling waters is just up the road from my place and it is pretty beautiful. Good weather yesterday too :)

[dirge]

Good to see you there kup, glad you enjoyed the day. We've had a tiring weekend though (& I'm working tomorrow!).

Thanks Trent. You're in ST?

Weather was good yesterday, a tad windy today though...

Thanks griffin for travelling all the way from Brisbane for our big day. It was great to catch up before the wedding & we appreciate all you've done for us!

[Trent]

Good to see you there kup, glad you enjoyed the day. We've had a tiring weekend though (& I'm working tomorrow!).

Thanks Trent. You're in ST?

Weather was good yesterday, a tad windy today though...

Thanks griffin for travelling all the way from Brisbane for our big day. It was great to catch up before the wedding & we appreciate all you've done for us!

Not quite. For me, "just up the road" means 10-15 minutes :o. I'm down closer to Wollongong.

All the best dude.

[dirge]

Trent, we actually headed down the coast road afterwards (this morning). So I assume past your place (in Clifton or wherever). I should have waved!

[heroic_decepticon]

Good to see you there kup, glad you enjoyed the day. We've had a tiring weekend though (& I'm working tomorrow!).

Thanks Trent. You're in ST?

Weather was good yesterday, a tad windy today though...

Thanks griffin for travelling all the way from Brisbane for our big day. It was great to catch up before the wedding & we appreciate all you've done for us!

Congrats Darren (didn't know you were tying the knot), welcome to the (married men's) club! :D

[dirge]

Congrats Darren (didn't know you were tying the knot)

Yeah neither did I :D

I didn't really announce it here; only to a few here in person/phone.

Will post pics soon. Here's a sample (with two board members!):

http://www.paxeiro.com/otcawedding.jpg

[heroic_decepticon]

Looks excellent mate. Wait, where are the Transformers shirts... and where's your cap....?

[MayzaPrime]

Congrats Dirge...

You gents scrub up alright :p

[Golden Phoenix]

Looks excellent mate. Wait, where are the Transformers shirts... and where's your cap....?

TF shirts are underneath

[UltraMarginal]

Congrats Dirge, you make a beautiful couple. Blessings to your future together.

[griffin]

Looks excellent mate. Wait, where are the Transformers shirts... and where's your cap....?

Don't worry, Goktimus covered that for the rest of us, with clothing items and a Dirge toy. :p

[dirge]

Don't worry, Goktimus covered that for the rest of us, with clothing items and a Dirge toy. :p

Yeah Gok had Prime & Megatron cufflinks & brought Generations Dirge; which spent most of the night at the bridal table :cool:

[heroic_decepticon]

Don't worry, Goktimus covered that for the rest of us, with clothing items and a Dirge toy. :p


Yeah Gok had Prime & Megatron cufflinks & brought Generations Dirge; which spent most of the night at the bridal table :cool:

he did well, the Gok man, he did well. Congrats again mate!

[GoktimusPrime]

:D

I've posted some pics of Generations Dirge at dirge's wedding on the Action Pose thread (http://www.otca.com.au/boards/showthread.php?t=773&page=232) ;)

[jazzcomp]

Congrats, Dirge! no jordan kicks this time? :D

[Bartrim]

Congrats young dirge :). A lot of broken hearts out there now you are married.

[Hursticon]

Oh wow! - Congrats to both Mr. & Mrs. Dirge on what looks to of been a great day, superb choice of venue I might add too. ;):)

[KalEl]

Congrats Dirge!!!

[1AZRAEL1]

Oh wow! - Congrats to both Mr. & Mrs. Dirge on what looks to of been a great day, superb choice of venue I might add too. ;):)

Indeed. Congratulations to the newlyweds :D

[dirge]

Congrats, Dirge! no jordan kicks this time? :D

Wore my black cat XXs on the dancefloor :D

[Trent]

So… wifey and I found out the other day that we're going to be joining the parenthood club. Both very happy and unbelievably fearful at the same time.

Because of this wifey has quite severe morning sickness which meant that we had to cancel our holiday to Lord Howe Island which was to start on Wednesday.

Talk about inconvenient timing.

[UltraMarginal]

So… wifey and I found out the other day that we're going to be joining the parenthood club. Both very happy and unbelievably fearful at the same time.

Because of this wifey has quite severe morning sickness which meant that we had to cancel our holiday to Lord Howe Island which was to start on Wednesday.

Talk about inconvenient timing.

yea but if there has to be reason to cancel a holiday thats got to be in the top 5, morning sickness aside.

congrats and good luck to your wife with the pregnancy.

[5FDP]

Congrats from me as well dirge :) Judging from the photo and the reflection on your head, it was a beautiful day :p


So… wifey and I found out the other day that we're going to be joining the parenthood club. Both very happy and unbelievably fearful at the same time.

That's awesome news Trent! Welcome to the club :)

[Ravagecat]

Congrats to the newly weds (Dirge) and to the parents to be (Trent) :)

[Sharky]

So… wifey and I found out the other day that we're going to be joining the parenthood club. Both very happy and unbelievably fearful at the same time.

Because of this wifey has quite severe morning sickness which meant that we had to cancel our holiday to Lord Howe Island which was to start on Wednesday.

Talk about inconvenient timing.

Absolutely awesome news (not the holiday cancellation)

Congrats to the both of you!!

[Hursticon]

Absolutely awesome news (not the holiday cancellation)

Congrats to the both of you!!

Hear-hear! :cool:

[1AZRAEL1]

Just saw Ghost, and they were so damn brilliant. Sore throat from all the singing and screaming. Met them yesterday too and they are such nice gentlemen.

[Hursticon]

Just saw Ghost, and they were so damn brilliant. Sore throat from all the singing and screaming. Met them yesterday too and they are such nice gentlemen.

From the impression I got from Mknell via Twitter, it sounds like they put on quite the show that you no doubt would've enjoyed. ;):cool:

[iamirondude]

i don't really know where to put this but the joy of sitting here at 4 in the morning,eating cadbury triple choc ice cream, watching the rain piss down(we get some really really heavy falls here and i thought brissie was heavy) and the huge plus is i don't have all the kids trying to steal the ice cream while i'm eating it.

[UltraMarginal]

i don't really know where to put this but the joy of sitting here at 4 in the morning,eating cadbury triple choc ice cream, watching the rain piss down(we get some really really heavy falls here and i thought brissie was heavy) and the huge plus is i don't have all the kids trying to steal the ice cream while i'm eating it.

Nice!

[Deonasis]

My baby Lucy is 3 weeks old now - happy and healthy. :D

[Hursticon]

My baby Lucy is 3 weeks old now - happy and healthy. :D

Extremely excellent to hear, I hope it's a continuing trend for many-many more YEARS to come. ;):)

[jazzcomp]

Congrats on the bub! :)

[UltraMarginal]

My baby Lucy is 3 weeks old now - happy and healthy. :D

Congratulations, I love this sort of news, makes the rest of the worlds problems dissapear for a short while.:)

I wish your daughter and family many happy years

[Trent]

My baby Lucy is 3 weeks old now - happy and healthy. :D

Awesome to hear :)

[Deonasis]

Extremely excellent to hear, I hope it's a continuing trend for many-many more YEARS to come. ;):)


Congrats on the bub! :)


Congratulations, I love this sort of news, makes the rest of the worlds problems dissapear for a short while.:)

I wish your daughter and family many happy years


Awesome to hear :)
Thanks all. The juggle of a second child took some adjusting but we are back in our groove now (as well as you can be). Everyone is well, I feel a very lucky man :D

[loophole]

Getting a tattoo backpiece started today, it's gonna hurt but should be worth it!!

[1AZRAEL1]

Holy heck.

Remember when we were younger watching Back to the Future 2, and we all wanted the auto-lace Nikes? Back in 2011 they auctioned off 1500 replica boots on ebay for M J Fox's charity. Now it looks like Nike will be releasing actual auto-lace up boots next year.

I will be buying a few pairs of these.

http://www.comicbookmovie.com/fansites/nailbiter111/news/?a=94649

[griffin]

Just in time for 2015 then... but I still want my flying car by next year though. :p

[Golden Phoenix]

Just in time for 2015 then... but I still want my flying car by next year though. :p

I'm still waiting for my hover-board.

[1AZRAEL1]

Yea they will be out next year. Fanboys saying October 25th :p

[jazzcomp]

Holy heck.

Remember when we were younger watching Back to the Future 2, and we all wanted the auto-lace Nikes? Back in 2011 they auctioned off 1500 replica boots on ebay for M J Fox's charity. Now it looks like Nike will be releasing actual auto-lace up boots next year.

I will be buying a few pairs of these.

http://www.comicbookmovie.com/fansites/nailbiter111/news/?a=94649
Komikskollector was selling a replica pair @ parra fair last time.

All depends on price for me. :p

[griffin]

What I really want by next year is the pizza rehydrator. You could have a fridge full of hundreds of pizzas, and be freshly baked in seconds. :D

[Deonasis]

I'm still waiting for my hover-board.

Yep. http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=eOH15_pqWZ4&feature=kp

And i would like to add that much like the skill tree found in every other game I am certain the invention of hoverboards is the bottleneck to fixing every other problem in the world (including rehydrating pizzas, war and a Hasui scaled Masterpiece Megatron).

[janda the red]

Getting a tattoo backpiece started today, it's gonna hurt but should be worth it!!

What are you getting done? :)

[optimus1]

I just like to say I'm happy for being called in for casual work.....
- And was still able to work after finding out the person I was meant to cover wasn't away as he was supposed to!

[Kazza]

It has been a long time since I was in a relationship, so I took the plunge and told a colleague at work whom I've been getting to know over the course of 3 weeks that I had feelings towards her and I found out she had the same feelings towards me and was scared to say so in case I rejected her.:D:p:) I also asked her if we could take it slow as I need to re-adjust my lifestyle, and she was incredibly understanding of that.

[UltraMarginal]

It has been a long time since I was in a relationship, so I took the plunge and told a colleague at work whom I've been getting to know over the course of 3 weeks that I had feelings towards her and I found out she had the same feelings towards me and was scared to say so in case I rejected her.:D:p:) I also asked her if we could take it slow as I need to re-adjust my lifestyle, and she was incredibly understanding of that.

congrats Kazza, on taking the first step, taking it nice and slow is a great plan, I hope it works out for you.

[The_Damned]

good luck mate

[Deonasis]

Great effort Kazza - that kind of talk is something i would never have done. I just had an incredibly lucky moment when i met my future wife. Been lucky since.

[Kazza]

congrats Kazza, on taking the first step, taking it nice and slow is a great plan, I hope it works out for you.


good luck mate


Great effort Kazza - that kind of talk is something i would never have done. I just had an incredibly lucky moment when i met my future wife. Been lucky since.

Thanks guys.:) I'm looking forward to see where this journey takes the both of us.

[Hursticon]

It has been a long time since I was in a relationship, so I took the plunge and told a colleague at work whom I've been getting to know over the course of 3 weeks that I had feelings towards her and I found out she had the same feelings towards me and was scared to say so in case I rejected her.:D:p:) I also asked her if we could take it slow as I need to re-adjust my lifestyle, and she was incredibly understanding of that.

Congrats mate, something I hope to experience myself before I'm 50... Best wishes to you both. ;):)

[Kazza]

Congrats mate, something I hope to experience myself before I'm 50... Best wishes to you both. ;):)

Thanks Hursty:) Your relatively young and you definitely will find someone suited for you.

[Hursticon]

Thanks Hursty:) Your relatively young and you definitely will find someone suited for you.

Maybe - Just gotta find a proper-sized Hessian sack, some chloroform and a secluded shack in the hills...

:p:D

[loophole]

What are you getting done? :)

I'm getting a spiderman villian collage done on my dine, I'll try to post a pic soon

Congrats Kazza!!

[Kazza]

Maybe - Just gotta find a proper-sized Hessian sack, some chloroform and a secluded shack in the hills...

:p:D

:p, But yeah I'm a man of very little confidence when it comes to woman, however some things in this world work mysteriously. Expect the unexpected.


I'm getting a spiderman villian collage done on my dine, I'll try to post a pic soon

Congrats Kazza!!

Thanks.:D

[lancalot]

congratz Kazza... the best moment are the beginning so enjoy mate ....

[Ultra Mackness]

It has been a long time since I was in a relationship, so I took the plunge and told a colleague at work whom I've been getting to know over the course of 3 weeks that I had feelings towards her and I found out she had the same feelings towards me and was scared to say so in case I rejected her.:D:p:) I also asked her if we could take it slow as I need to re-adjust my lifestyle, and she was incredibly understanding of that.

Congrats Kazza, that conversation is a tough one, I hope it works out well for you!


Maybe - Just gotta find a proper-sized Hessian sack, some chloroform and a secluded shack in the hills...

:p:D

Wow, how do you top this for a second date?!:p

[Kazza]

congratz Kazza... the best moment are the beginning so enjoy mate ....


Congrats Kazza, that conversation is a tough one, I hope it works out well for you!

Thanks guys for all your votes of confidence, also she has seen my transformers collection and has absolutely no problems with it. :D

[kup]

HA! While trying to locate my Planet of the Apes DVDs I found my long lost Macross box set! Hurrah! I thought I had lost it as it's been years since I last saw it.

The universe is sure strange, loose one thing, find another.

[1AZRAEL1]

Kudos Kazza, always a good feeling to start a new relationship :)


Maybe - Just gotta find a proper-sized Hessian sack, some chloroform and a secluded shack in the hills...

:p:D

While your idea is good, you can make it better by using the old and trusted pick up line, "Does this rag smell like chloroform?" :p


Hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable Ragnarok :p :cool:

[Bidoofdude]

Awesome news Kazza, hope things go well. :)

[Hursticon]

Wow, how do you top this for a second date?!:p

They're often pretty silent actually :p:D; whether that's because of the view from the shack window or the pure fear they're experiencing, I'm not entirely sure. :confused:


While your idea is good, you can make it better by using the old and trusted pick up line, "Does this rag smell like chloroform?" :p

Nah, hehe, I prefer the struggle - tiring them out makes them easier to drag up the hill. :p:D

[griffin]

A couple weeks ago at Woolies near me, they put up one of their "orange savers" (a discount with the Rewards card) that didn't make sense... so I told them about it and it was removed.
Last week, they were back up... so I took a photo to share their stupidity.

http://www.toycollectors.com.au/blog/b750.jpg

Yes... if you show your Rewards Card, you can buy the juice for MORE than the regular price. It might only be one cent more, but if you bought 3 or more, the rounding off would make it more expensive using your "discount" card.

But then again, maths have never been a strength at Woolies...
http://www.toycollectors.com.au/blog/096.jpg

And Coles aren't much better, with their English skills...
http://www.toycollectors.com.au/blog/092.jpg

[iamirondude]

i just got off the phone to a mate and he's lined up a job for me.atm it's only a trail day but i hope it's more then that. hopefully after my run of bad luck i might be buying tf's again instead of selling.

[Megatran]

i just got off the phone to a mate and he's lined up a job for me.atm it's only a trail day but i hope it's more then that. hopefully after my run of bad luck i might be buying tf's again instead of selling.

Best of luck & make the most of it. Though I've been a beneficiary of your G1 goodness.

Hopefully your neighbourhood comes good as well.

[Trent]

i just got off the phone to a mate and he's lined up a job for me.atm it's only a trail day but i hope it's more then that. hopefully after my run of bad luck i might be buying tf's again instead of selling.

Good luck mate! Hope it works out for you.

[UltraMarginal]

i just got off the phone to a mate and he's lined up a job for me.atm it's only a trail day but i hope it's more then that. hopefully after my run of bad luck i might be buying tf's again instead of selling.

congrats dude, Hope it works out well. :cool:

[iamirondude]

thanks fellas i thought that i'd never get back to work with the bad health that i have had for the past 8mths. i hope it works out well too cause we really need to get away from this neighborhood. this house has brought me nothing but bad luck since we moved in.

[Hursticon]

thanks fellas i thought that i'd never get back to work with the bad health that i have had for the past 8mths. i hope it works out well too cause we really need to get away from this neighborhood. this house has brought me nothing but bad luck since we moved in.

Throwin' some positive your way dude - I hope all goes well man. :cool:

[iamirondude]

looks like i've got the job. the boss was very happy with my work ethic and willingness to learn but geez i'm god damn sore.

[1AZRAEL1]

looks like i've got the job. the boss was very happy with my work ethic and willingness to learn but geez i'm god damn sore.

Awesomesauce dude. Congratulations.

[iamirondude]

thanks dude. i'm pretty stoked atm. things may be looking up from now on.

[Kazza]

looks like i've got the job. the boss was very happy with my work ethic and willingness to learn but geez i'm god damn sore.

Congratulations, now the TF collection can start to grow;)

[UltraMarginal]

looks like i've got the job. the boss was very happy with my work ethic and willingness to learn but geez i'm god damn sore.

Congratulations!!
The pain is happiness and a sense of job satisfaction seeping into your muscles. :D

[Trent]

looks like i've got the job. the boss was very happy with my work ethic and willingness to learn but geez i'm god damn sore.

Congrats dude. I hope it works out for you :)

[Ae-Evolution]

Soooo exited, finally got my first car!


https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t1/1621665_10203424306997342_1116536605_n.jpg

[iamirondude]

congrates dude. there's nothing like the feeling and freedom that your first car gives.

[Trent]

Soooo exited, finally got my first car!


https://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/t1/1621665_10203424306997342_1116536605_n.jpg

Nice choice. Subarus are great cars :)

[gamblor916]

4WD boxers. Nice.

[Ae-Evolution]

4WD boxers. Nice.

Not just any ol' boxer, a flat 6 boxer :D

[1AZRAEL1]

Saw Satyricon, Amon Amarth and Gwar tonight. Was glorious. Got covered in fake blood, and am now sitting at work waiting until I sign on. Was going to just go up to the desk covered in blood but thought better of it :p

[1AZRAEL1]

Nice car btw, we bought our first car recently too. It's a good feeling.

[Deonasis]

looks like i've got the job. the boss was very happy with my work ethic and willingness to learn but geez i'm god damn sore.Great news! From what I have gleaned I hope things continue to improve. :D

[Hursticon]

looks like i've got the job. the boss was very happy with my work ethic and willingness to learn but geez i'm god damn sore.

Congratulations mate! - I hope everything continues to roll on smoothly for you from here on out. ;):cool:

[Tetsuwan Convoy]

Woo yeah! Bought a game capture doodad, but was concerned my little lappy wouldn't have the processing power to handle it. But it does and it works well. EXXXXXCELLENT!:D:D:D:D


So glad I didn't waste my money!

[Hursticon]

Woo yeah! Bought a game capture doodad, but was concerned my little lappy wouldn't have the processing power to handle it. But it does and it works well. EXXXXXCELLENT!:D:D:D:D

So when can I expect to see the Sonic 1 to Knuckles play-throughs? :D:cool:

[loophole]

Finally a pic of the back piece I started, excuse the flabbyness :P

http://i289.photobucket.com/albums/ll214/Loophole83/Spiderman%20Collection/photo1_zps1bf263f3.jpg[/URL]

[Hursticon]

Holy crap! :eek: - That's going to look epic Loopy! :D:cool:
(As is the price & hours involved too no doubt :p)

[Kazza]

Wow that is awesome loopy.:eek::cool:

[Sinnertwin]

Wow that is awesome loopy.:eek::cool:

Indeed. Nice work there :D

[UltraMarginal]

Nice Loopy, how many hours is it going to take to get that finished!?!

[loophole]

Holy crap! :eek: - That's going to look epic Loopy! :D:cool:
(As is the price & hours involved too no doubt :p)


Wow that is awesome loopy.:eek::cool:


Indeed. Nice work there :D


Nice Loopy, how many hours is it going to take to get that finished!?!

Pretty stoked with it I still got one more session of line work to go at least adding in Kraven, Venom and the Lizard then at least 2-3 sessions of colour so somewhere between 12 and 15 hours at a guess.... at least I get mate rates for if bit still going to ccost a bit...

[Bidoofdude]

So tomorrow, I'll have enough money to order Swerve and Cosmos from BBTS. Thing is though, Swerve and Cosmos come out in late April. After checking out shipping, I thought I'd work out how much shipping it is for Swerve, Cosmos, Skrapnel and Tailgate. About $60 shipped, which at my rate of $10 a week, I should easily be able to afford all 4 by late March/early April. So why not keep going? I worked out by the start of May, I'll essentially have $113 AUD. So, I added Rattrap to my cart. Works out to $95.24USD, which I can afford at the current state of the dollar, which is 90 cents. So, I've just found out the wonders of the BBTS POL. :) Now I only need the dollar to stay on or above 90 cents.

[M-bot]

So tomorrow, I'll have enough money to order Swerve and Cosmos from BBTS. Thing is though, Swerve and Cosmos come out in late April. After checking out shipping, I thought I'd work out how much shipping it is for Swerve, Cosmos, Skrapnel and Tailgate. About $60 shipped, which at my rate of $10 a week, I should easily be able to afford all 4 by late March/early April. So why not keep going? I worked out by the start of May, I'll essentially have $113 AUD. So, I added Rattrap to my cart. Works out to $95.24USD, which I can afford at the current state of the dollar, which is 90 cents. So, I've just found out the wonders of the BBTS POL. :) Now I only need the dollar to stay on or above 90 cents.

Crossing fingers for you that the dollar does what you need it to!:)