Author: Tony M.

BBQ Handrail Grill

Grilling on the edge! I knew this guy who used to barbeque from the trunk of his car. He almost barbequed the parking lot into a mushroom cloud. Barbecuing on your balcony becomes a real enjoyment with the Bruce Handrail Grill. Times where the usual wood-coal-grill blocked the passage way and didn’t leave any space […]

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Peanut Butter & Bacon Shake

The ménage à trois for my mouth. Banana, bacon and peanut butter all swirled into a milkshake.  Elvis approves of this peanut butter banana bacon milkshake.  My lips are saying yes but my hips are saying no. Tony M.If this article made you think, brought back a memory, or made you see something differently, I’d […]

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Barbecue Season

Gas of charcoal? I am a charcoal kind of guy.  I believe it is tastier for all foods put on the grill.  Gas will always be cheaper but I would spend more to get that authentic barbecue taste.  Now they have coconut charcoal.  Koko Charcoal claims to have a higher performance than traditional charcoal.   […]

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Ray Harryhausen

Ray Harryhausen passed away today at the age of 92.  I had the pleasure of meeting Ray Harryhausen a few years ago.  I had a custom cake made for him for his birthday.  It was decorated with plastic dinosaurs.  He blew out the candles and asked me if he could keep the dinosaur toys.  My […]

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Sounds Just Like

I could have sworn I heard that song before.  Likely you did. Sounds Just Like does exactly that.  The site pairs songs side by side and compares the familiar sounds of each song. Tony M.If this article made you think, brought back a memory, or made you see something differently, I’d love to hear from […]

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iFontMaker

I love fonts and the  iFontMaker is the perfect tool to create fonts. There is a Windows version also of iFontMaker. iFontMaker is the first font editor exclusive for iPad. With iPad touch interface, your 100% original hand typeface can be done in 5 minutes. You can email the typography or convert it into a […]

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Child in Time Forever: Now What?!

I am a very big Deep Purple fan.  After The Rolling Stones, Deep Purple is one of the old guard rock bands still touring.  There is no mistaking the latest lineup as Ian Gillan’s band.  True fans of the band know the turmoil of character conflicts from past lineups. The common theme running through the […]

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Asparagus Makes Your Urine Smell

My kids hate foods that come in green.  Vegetables are number one on their list. My wife on the other hand loves asparagus.  There is a side effect in eating asparagus, it makes your pee smell. Why? Ever hear of  asparagusic acid?  This is the only veggie that will your pee stink. Asparagusic acid, as […]

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Moomin

A good time to be a Moomin.  The amazing comeback of Finland’s favorite creatures. Tony M.If this article made you think, brought back a memory, or made you see something differently, I’d love to hear from you. Send me an email at sandboxworld@gmail.com. I read every message personally and, with your permission, may feature your […]

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Pirate Pancakes

The name just rolls off the tongue roguishly.  Pirate Pancakes will make you a hero in the mornings with your kids.  The pancake skull and crossbones griddle is looking for a few scoundrels to invest at Kickstarter. Tony M.If this article made you think, brought back a memory, or made you see something differently, I’d […]

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George Carlin The Infinite Romeo

George Carlin the romantic? Here is an example of a love letter written to his wife (Sally Wade aka SALLYBURGER).  And who said comedians were not were not lovers.  George’s stuff might not be Hallmark material but this is as classic as any man’s love a woman. SALLYBURGER, If you took THE NUMBER OF SUB-ATOMIC […]

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The Big Bang Theory by Chet Philips

Chet Philips brilliantly illustrates the world of Big Bang Theory with words and images.  Chet’s series of illustrations feature iconic quotes, objects, and a featured character from either a film or a TV show.  You can buy prints such as Big Bang Theory or other nerdy-themed shows at his Etsy store.  Well done sir! Tony […]

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