Christmas Loot

[DogCollar]

I am about to show my age and mentality.  The most "techy" thing I got for Christmas is a new DVD! 

Did you see the high tech video game I got in my list (2nd post)?  I have never owned a video or computer game in my life.  Atari came out when I was very young, in elementary school and my wife, as a joke, bought me one because she thought I was an underprivileged kid.

You'll notice, anything "hands on" I get has something to do with physical activity or being outside.  I try to keep myself actively engaged as much as possible outside of the house and away from the computer or TV.

As do I!  I did notice the Atari system in the post.  I think it came out when I was in college.  Heck, the only video/computer I game I ever played was computer solitaire!  My son has tried to teach my Madden football and Need for Speed, but he has made me promise to never play video games again!!  

My wife won't let me install new programs on the PC...just because of that one time when I erased all the memory...boy, she just doesn't know how to let go !

I'm afraid the most technical thing I have mastered is the car radio.

[isuhawkeye]

My girl got me a leather helmet for work 

[Hawk200]

I'm afraid the most technical thing I have mastered is the car radio.

Games aren't for everyone, but a lot of things are easier to master than some might think.

Start with the manuals. Help files with most programs are actually somewhat in-depth. Ask others that have what you're looking at.

Since you're on here, you already know how to use a major information resource: the Internet. A few searches on Google or Yahoo will yield a surprising number of results.

Don't ever think that you can't learn new tech. Just don't forget what you already know.

[Walkman]

Outdoor gear:
CFP-90 pack
Leki Trekking Poles
Gaiters
New hiking boots
Magnesium Firestarter
550 Cord
New Zippo (for camping, I don't smoke)

Got some money left, looking at getting Army Survival Manual (anyone got it/like it?)

Also:
Stargate SG-1 seasons 1,2,3 & 6

BTW - I drove my wife nuts while watching the pilot and eps. 1 of Stargate, pointing out all the incorrect D&C (bad salutes, etc) and uniform issues. I love the Major with SGT stripes on the sleeves of his Blues!

[Stonewall]

Got some money left, looking at getting Army Survival Manual (anyone got it/like it?)

I got plenty ARMY, MARINE CORPS, NAVY, AIR FORCE SERE manuals if anyone is interested.  It's the 1999 version.  Grabbed them from the trash a few years ago when they went to the 2003 version.  These are carried in the USAF Survival Vests and are water proof.

PM me your address and I'll send one to you.  I've got 15 to give away.

[James Shaw]

The best gift of all was having my entire family parents, sister, brother, and all the kids together for the first time in 15 years.


New Pajamas Pants
Sweater
Office Depot Gift Cards
Books A Million Gift Cards
Qutback Steak House Gift Card
Some Cash
New Large Format printer (prints posters 13 x 19) My old one died
Wireless Internet Router
My wife had my Silver Medal of Valor and Certificate with picture custom mounted. Turned out great!!

[Walkman]

Oh yeah-
We got our kids a Wii. Can you guess what they've been doing almost non-stop since Tuesday?

[jimmydeanno]

^I'm surprised you can still use your arms to type 

[mikeylikey]

Oh yeah-
We got our kids a Wii. Can you guess what they've been doing almost non-stop since Tuesday?

Wii!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Walkman]

^I'm surprised you can still use your arms to type 

Note, I said THEY'VE been playing, not me. I played a little last night, but with 5 kids, our 5 Wiimotes have been pretty occupied by everyone else. 

[flyerthom]

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And a massage chair 

[SarDragon]

I got a similar one of these, too, with the same problem. Thanks for the hints.

[mikeylikey]

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And a massage chair 

Holy Crap!  You got a Plane for X-Mas?!?!?!?!

[IceNine]

Veto Pro Pac Tool Bag (the Cadilac for electicians)
Shop-Vac with a 5.5Hp motor and detachable blower (said with a manly Tim Taylor Grunt!!!)
Awesome, wool blend socks
Deep Fryer
$100 in $1 Coins
bottle of crappy port wine
Direct to the mug, Starbucks coffee maker
Driven Cologne
Bluetooth headset, bought w/ bestbuy giftcard
and some handtools

[♠SARKID♠]

Another addon:

My brother got me a pocketwatch!  I love it!  Its classy, and a nice conversation starter.

Dang, you must have been good this year!  How'd Santa get it down the chimney?  And more importantly, how did it fit under the tree?! 

[SAR-EMT1]

Pair of jeans
A few seasons of MASH
some fuel gift cards
some jack daniels flavored coffee
and the engine replaced in my car

[SARMedTech]

You just gotta love the black tactical nylon brief case. I got one too made by Uncle Mike's, in addition to:

An Uncle Mike's soft sided "foot locker" which has solved all of my IMERT deployment woes since, unlike with SAR gear, I dont general have to carry it much further than the  load master's back door to my billet.

Two 5.11 watch caps. One in black and one in khaki. So shoot me. I have a 5.11 monkey on my back.

A pair of Franklin Uniforce kevlar lined "slash and stab" resistant gloves.

Another pair of khaki BDUs.

3 pair of 5.11s shock mitigation socks. You laugh, but Ive tried to get hot spots with these and cant.

And (drum roll please)....a $50 gift certificate to Brigade Quartermaster and another one from BlackHawk (back off Kirt...these are MINE!).

and oh ya!  a tin of homemade goodies from my grandmother which there isnt enough insulin in the world to counteract.

Seriously...I hope everyone had a peaceful holiday. And if you are in any "sandbox" anywhere in the world, God bless you, thank you and may your next Christmas be celebrated at home in the company of those you love.

[SARMedTech]

I always wanted a bomber jacket.  Didn't care for paying what they want for them.  But my gal got me a vintage Army Air Corps replica.   Will look great over my corporates.

That is a truly great piece of outerwear. I hope your "gal" was well rewarded. Details of same not-required. 

[Stonewall]

Two 5.11 watch caps. One in black and one in khaki. So shoot me. I have a 5.11 monkey on my back.

Seriously, you have those?  I have them too.  Got them from the 5.11 rep in DC and here in FL.  I may have thrown them out.  I got a wild hair and threw out a whole bunch of hats, from Paraclete to Battlelab.  Those companies throw those gimmicks at you left and right.  Cool at first, but when I realized I have 20 hats and only wear two (Aqua East Surf Shop and Navy Special Warfare Group II), I chucked most.

Wish I would have  known, you'd be in hat heaven right now.  I may have a few left.  Will check.

[SARMedTech]

Two 5.11 watch caps. One in black and one in khaki. So shoot me. I have a 5.11 monkey on my back.

Seriously, you have those?  I have them too.  Got them from the 5.11 rep in DC and here in FL.  I may have thrown them out.  I got a wild hair and threw out a whole bunch of hats, from Paraclete to Battlelab.  Those companies throw those gimmicks at you left and right.  Cool at first, but when I realized I have 20 hats and only wear two (Aqua East Surf Shop and Navy Special Warfare Group II), I chucked most.

Wish I would have  known, you'd be in hat heaven right now.  I may have a few left.  Will check.

Yep. They have already found homes. One in my duffel and one in my 72 pack. You threw out hats?!?  Blasphemer!