Following up on yesterday's post about the CDC reporting that 349 children, ages 0-17, having died from COVID-19 in the United States of America, I thought you might be curious how that pans out closer to home, here in my state of Indiana. To date, there have been a total of NINE reported COVID-19 deaths in people 19 and under (feel free to explore the dataset for … [Read more...] about 9 Indiana Children Have Died From COVID-19
Reviews and Thoughts
Comic Book Releases for August 4, 2021
This week was a pretty big one for my comic book pull list, very heavy in Marvel Comics titles. As usual, I tend to gravitate towards indie publishers too, as well as cover variants and horror stories. Without further ado, here's this week's list. Deadpool: Black, White & Blood #1 (of 5) Publisher: Marvel Comics Written by Tom Taylor, More Art by James Stokoe, … [Read more...] about Comic Book Releases for August 4, 2021
Comic Book Releases for July 28, 2021
During the hellish pandemic that we've all been experiencing I've found myself in our local comic book store frequently enough that they know me by name when I walk in the door. It makes me happy to see how busy they're keeping in a time when so many small businesses are struggling. And for that very reason I am thrilled that I can do my part to keep them rocking the comic book … [Read more...] about Comic Book Releases for July 28, 2021
The “Bacon Shortage” is Greatly Exaggerated.
More than 40 million pounds (18,000 metric tons) of pork bellies, the cut used for bacon making, were sitting in refrigerated warehouses as of Sept. 30, according to U.S. government data released Tuesday. That’s the most for the month since 1971. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-10-22/u-s-bacon-pile-is-biggest-in-48-years-but-may-start-to-ebb … [Read more...] about The “Bacon Shortage” is Greatly Exaggerated.
Daily Pop! ~ NBA Bulls Michael Jordan Pop! Vinyl Figure #54
PREORDER NOW: Releases in May 2019 (affiliate link). The most recognizable basketball player in the world just needs a comfortable shelf to rest his weary feet! This NBA Bulls Michael Jordan Pop! Vinyl Figure #54 measures approximately 3 3/4-inches tall. Comes packaged in a window display box. Item Number: FU36890 Price: $10.99 Buy from Entertainment … [Read more...] about Daily Pop! ~ NBA Bulls Michael Jordan Pop! Vinyl Figure #54
Seriously, Kroger? Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs in January?!
I went to Kroger tonight and they had Valentine's Day candy out. I get that. We're a month out. But they also had Reese's Peanut Butter Eggs and other Easter candy out. Seriously?! I love Reese's Eggs, but Easter is on April 21st this year (in come the "Easter is late this year" comments). That's 95 days away. THREE MONTHS!!! And notice that the "sale" runs through May … [Read more...] about Seriously, Kroger? Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs in January?!
Daily Pop! ~ Harry Potter Dementor Pop! Vinyl Figure #18
This Harry Potter Dementor Pop! Vinyl Figure features the foul, dark creature, hungry for some happiness. Standing about 3 3/4-inches tall, this figure is packaged in a window display box. Ages 3 and up. Item Number: FU6571 Price: $10.99 Buy from Entertainment Earth (affiliate link). Disclaimer: Assume that links in this post and The Daily Pop! feature are … [Read more...] about Daily Pop! ~ Harry Potter Dementor Pop! Vinyl Figure #18
Daily Pop! ~ Strangers Things Hopper with Vines Pop! Vinyl Figure #641
From Netflix's Stranger Things comes a stylized vinyl figure of Chief Hopper from Season 2! This Strangers Things Hopper with Vines Pop! Vinyl Figure measures approximately 3 3/4-inches tall. Ages 3 and up. Made in China. Item Number: FU31022 Price: $10.99 Buy from Entertainment Earth (affiliate link). Disclaimer: Assume that links in this post and The Daily … [Read more...] about Daily Pop! ~ Strangers Things Hopper with Vines Pop! Vinyl Figure #641
Daily Pop! ~ Harry Potter in PJs Pop! Vinyl Figure #79
After an unfortunate fall on the Quidditch field, Mr. Potter needs some rest and relaxation! This Harry Potter in PJs Pop! Vinyl Figure #79 measures approximately 3 3/4-inches tall. Ages 3 and up. Comes packaged in a window display box. Item Number: FU34424 Price: $10.99 Buy from Entertainment Earth (affiliate link). Disclaimer: Assume that links in this … [Read more...] about Daily Pop! ~ Harry Potter in PJs Pop! Vinyl Figure #79