Junior Mint Lunchbox
“Who’s gonna turn down a Junior Mint? It’s chocolate, it’s peppermint — it’s delicious!” – Kramer
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Team Luigi Shirt
This post is dedicated to my pal Lounis who is the living embodiment of everything Luigi stands for. But mostly because he dresses up like Luigi sometimes.
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Ice Cream Cone Plates!
These are the perfect unnecessary plates for your summer dessert. You have no idea how tempted I was to buy these.
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Massive Butterfly Kites
I hate bugs, so these massive butterfly kites I found in an Ohio Goodwill were mildly terrifying.
I imagine this is what it would be like to see a Butterfree in real life.
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My Major League Dad
I got this mug a while back to give to my dad, Matt, for Father’s Day. It’s sat on my dresser for months now, but only in the last couple of weeks have I really given some thought to what my father has actually meant to me. A mug and a baseball game (I’m taking him and the family to see the Atlanta Braves-San Francisco Giants game tonight) are just a small gesture compared to what I owe my father.
Growing up, I was never too close to my dad. He worked often and we really didn’t have much in common; he liked cars and home improvement type stuff and I’ve always loved sports and travel. As the years went by I grew accustomed to not really talking to him all that often despite living with him for basically my entire life minus the year I lived on campus. In the recent weeks I’ve asked a lot of him in preparation for my move to California: he’s helped me look at trucks, motorhomes, RVs, given me his advice on countless subjects and all the while supported my half-assed plans and aspirations. I’m only now realizing, maybe due to some (key word some) maturation and the overwhelming thought of being 2200 miles away from him for the first time in my life.
To kinda keep this short, I guess this is one of coutless examples of “you don’t know what you’ve got ’til it’s gone,” which is both cliche and mildly depressing. On this, Father’s Day, step back and think about what your father has done for you. And if you haven’t had one or lost one, I’m sorry on so many levels. It’s truly a blessing to have a wonderful person in your life to help, give you guidance and provide for you. It’s also a huge waste to not cherish it while you have it. So anyone who has a father: go hug him tightly. And to all of you fathers out there: thank you. Raising a child is tough; it’s an endeavor I’m both excited and terrified to undertake. Caring and being there for your kid is the most important thing in the world, so happy Father’s Day everyone.
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Mario Kart Kid’s Bike Shirt
It’s times like this I was a 9-year-old again.
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Dallas Mavericks 2011 NBA Finals Champions Shirt
To show my dissatisfaction with the Miami Heat winning the Eastern Conference Finals last night, I’m finally posting this treasure I found a few months ago.
The shirt has this awesome – and massive – championship ring adorning the front…
The back has the entire team roster along with the Larry O’Brien NBA Finals trophy.
This is definitely something any Mavericks fan should have in their closet.
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Giant Stuffed Monkey
Can’t imagine why any sane adult would give this guy away…
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Thrift Store Review: St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store – Kennesaw
One of two interesting places in downtown Kennesaw
Downtown Kennesaw, Ga, doesn’t offer much to anyone living in the 21st century. There’s a “computer” store, a few sub par restaurants, and a store that looks like a constant garage sale for over-sized homemade crafts. Outside of the Mexican supermarket, the only place I ever go is the St. Vincent de Paul thrift store. It can be found by looking at this map:
The biggest problem I have with this place is the hours, which are 10am-3pm. I’m barely awake at that time let alone clothed enough to be out in public. Being closed on Sundays is also a bummer, but then again it is a religious store that employs older people, so it’s understandable.
That being said, this is actually a great little thrift shop. They have a bigger selection than you’d think and the prices are fairly, well, fair. This place has plenty of furniture, nicely organized book section, a good amount of clothing, and several aisles of “stuff.” Every time I’m here I check out the shelf with board games; I always find something cool or that I’ve never heard of. This is definitely a place you’ll want to stop at if you’re in the Kennesaw area between 10am and 3pm. That’s actually pretty much the only time there isn’t traffic, so it works out pretty well.
Interesting furniture section.
Well-organized libros section.
I didn’t get a picture, but there’s also a small section at the front of the store with several wedding dresses. I actually know someone who used a Goodwill dress at her wedding, so it made me smile when I saw them. I’m still searching for a nice white suit that’ll fit me…a man can dream…
Anyway, I give this place 7/10 thrifted tweed jackets. And if you ever come here, please visit the supermercado next door. You won’t be disappointed.
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C.C. Sabathia “Turn Back the Clock” Cleveland Indians Bobblehead
This is one of my favorite finds EVER.
I’m so tempted to open this and proudly display it, but I want to keep it forever safe in its box…WHAT SHOULD I DO???
You’d also have to “turn back the clock” to see C.C. in and Indians uniform. I’m very grateful the Yankees have him locked up for the next few years.
Another Man's Treasure 