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[Computer +1]

Hahaha, the only price I can afford at the moment is free! So please dont do any work on my account, all my money goes to my kids!

[Alethan]

Well... You make some you can sell, we will get it framed up, then priced accordingly for cost of art and frame, and do it that way.

It is a hobby, so it is not totally dependent upon immediate income. But I do make my hobby pay its own way so it takes nothing from our family budget. That way, my wife has no cause for complaining.

I usually sell two or three boxes a year for anywhere from $150 to $500 a box (just depends on time, hardware, and materials - the last box I made cost me $125 in materials alone per I buy locks from England and use solid extruded brass hinges and real tartan lining). I also pick up a few tools real cheap here and there and then fix them up and sell them at a profit, things like that.

Something to consider, anyway...

[ravenn4544]

I'm in pharmaceutical manufacturing - specifically the biologics side. I am in a technical role where I'll lead the major manufacturing investigations, project management, and some new product introduction.

[Stonjuz]

Auto collision repair is my career, musician by hobby.

I have a mini studio at the house....
i just recorded my latest cd. (4th one now)
it is a album (do they still call em albums?) of cover songs....
heres the list of the songs i been screwing around with...
LIKE A ROLLING STONE- bob dylan
BRANDY - looking glass
BURNING LOVE - elvis
LUCILLE - little richard
LONG AS I CAN SEE THE LIGHT - creedence
FIRE DOWN BELOW- bob seger
DUECE - kiss
THE TROOPER - iron maiden
and five originals (paranoia blues, second hand blues band, fire from the fish, KB13, she's the one)

worked hard on that, had to pat myself on the back somehow

well, im off to paint some more cars today
also we are doing a 65 mustang, its very rough,
ill be looking at this car for a month
ill send pix if interested

[saalaria]

All very interesting replies!

Yes stoney always keen to look at cars...

[Stonjuz]

Heres the last mustang we did.
We tried to replicate a 67 Super Snake. It started off as a regular 67 fastback. Puke green.
We failed to get the official Shelby stamp, but I would still give a testicle to have it in my driveway.
Interceptor engine. 429 if i remember right.
Dont ask me why, but during resto, we were told to go with 1967 procedures (shelby requirement i guess)
Since we didnt get the official stamp, I wish we had gone with modern technique, but its still way cool.
It was paraded around the U.S at stadiums, speedways and car shows
It was to be auctioned off and the prceeds to go to a charity (Make a Wish Foundation)
Last I heard the car was in a museum in Branson Missouri, and that it survived a devastating tornado.

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[dmw71]

Sorry all. Grandfather hospitalized and it's really only a matter of time. I might be a bit hit-or-miss for a while. I'll be sure to update the action tomorrow, but my pace will probably slow to once pet day (at night).

[saalaria]

Sorry to hear that Dave - completely understandable re the posting rate.

Stoney - lovely looking car. I agree, would love to own it.

[wolfpack]

sorry to hear that dave.

[onlyme]

Sorry all. Grandfather hospitalized and it's really only a matter of time. I might be a bit hit-or-miss for a while. I'll be sure to update the action tomorrow, but my pace will probably slow to once pet day (at night).

Sorry to hear that. My grandfathers were my heroes growing up. I was lucky to have them until I was in the mid 20s, and pray my kids get the same experience.

Just spend as much time as you can with the family, and dont worry about a silly game (or this one for that matter)...

[Alethan]

Sorry to hear about your troubles, Dave. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

[ravenn4544]

Condolences. I've lost my grandparents many years ago.


Mustang is sweet - reminds me of the year or two I spent with my 68 camaro, a 454, etc... that was fun.

[dmw71]

Thank you all for the well wishes.

[dmw71]

I have a 3+ hour long job interview scheduled for tomorrow afternoon...

I'm hoping to have a new action post out in the next few hours.

By the way, I was offered this position earlier this morning, which I gladly accepted. The next few weeks look to be pretty chaotic as I transition out of my current role, but I will still stay on top of this game to the best of my ability during this time, and will eventually settle into a new routine once I start in this new position (though, it will severely cut into my daytime availability).

[onlyme]

I guess congrats and all that stuff, but what do you mean severely cut into daytime availability? Didnt I specifically order you to forego the money in lieu of free playtime on the internet??? Some people and their priorities... I think we should sue for lost XP. "Alienation of Posting Opportunity" should be allowable lawsuit in most states.

[Alethan]

I guess congrats and all that stuff, but what do you mean severely cut into daytime availability? Didnt I specifically order you to forego the money in lieu of free playtime on the internet??? Some people and their priorities... I think we should sue for lost XP. "Alienation of Posting Opportunity" should be allowable lawsuit in most states.

This.

[dmw71]

I think we should sue for lost XP. "Alienation of Posting Opportunity" should be allowable lawsuit in most states.

Dude, I tried... but they held firm.

Seriously, though, I don't actually know what their Internet-usage policy is, but I certainly don't need to raising any red flags by logging hours on Unseen Servant... at least not right away.

[Alethan]

Also... you said you had to travel like an hour or more to get to the interview. Is that going to be your normal commute, as well?

If so, might I recommend an AT&T Hotlink for your smart phone and a laptop for giving you the ability to update the game an average of two hours per day during commute time? Maybe suggest your new employer provide you these things to accommodate those who depend upon you (i.e. your dependents)?

(Oh, and congratulations on the new job, Dave!)

[dmw71]

Also... you said you had to travel like an hour or more to get to the interview. Is that going to be your normal commute, as well?

If so, might I recommend an AT&T Hotlink for your smart phone and a laptop for giving you the ability to update the game an average of two hours per day during commute time? Maybe suggest your new employer provide you these things to accommodate those who depend upon you (i.e. your dependents)?

(Oh, and congratulations on the new job, Dave!)

I don't have a smartphone, but since I will be facing a 1.5 hour train ride each way, Monday through Friday, I might have to explore something like you're suggesting. I know I'll be bringing my laptop, so worst case, I'll check the games quickly before leaving for work in the morning, copying-and-pasting everything I need to respond to into Notepad (where I do most of my updates anyway) so I can work on my responses offline while on the train. I'm sure I could quickly hop on Unseen Servant before starting my day and post what I've already written. I could do the same at the end of the day as well.

Decisions to make.

[Alethan]

Also... you said you had to travel like an hour or more to get to the interview. Is that going to be your normal commute, as well?

If so, might I recommend an AT&T Hotlink for your smart phone and a laptop for giving you the ability to update the game an average of two hours per day during commute time? Maybe suggest your new employer provide you these things to accommodate those who depend upon you (i.e. your dependents)?

(Oh, and congratulations on the new job, Dave!)

I don't have a smartphone, but since I will be facing a 1.5 hour train ride each way, Monday through Friday, I might have to explore something like you're suggesting. I know I'll be bringing my laptop, so worst case, I'll check the games quickly before leaving for work in the morning, copying-and-pasting everything I need to respond to into Notepad (where I do most of my updates anyway) so I can work on my responses offline while on the train. I'm sure I could quickly hop on Unseen Servant before starting my day and post what I've already written. I could do the same at the end of the day as well.

Decisions to make.

I suspected as much. A friend of mine moved to Chicago a few years ago and he has an hour commute on a train every morning and evening, as well. He said he's never gotten so much reading done and loves it.