Go Steelers!!!

I've often discussed the Pittsburgh Penguins and Pitt Panthers here.  The Pittsburgh Steelers, not so much.  I watched their first preseason game last night and it didn't disappoint.  New season, new coach, lots of new players and staff. The Black and Gold squared off against the Packers (Coach McCarthy's former team) and came away with their first win of the year.

The first half was pretty much of a tie. The Steelers roared to life in the second half with the two young QBs (Will Howard and Drew Allar) marching the team up and down the field for multiple touchdowns.  The receiving corps did an outstanding job. The running game was decent.  The defense held Green Bay to just 3 field goals.  A big negative was the penalties (Can't afford those in the regular season, gentlemen!!!)  All-in- all, it was a fun game to watch.

I'm looking forward to watching them take on the Jets next week.  Hopefully, the team can give Yinzer Nation something to cheer about!  Go Steelers!!!!

Side note:  I also watched the Hall of Fame Game.  It was a great way to kick off the season.  The Carolina Panthers took on the Arizona Cardinals.  Two rookie quarterbacks battled it out which made it fun to watch.  It came down to the wire.  Carolina's QB, Carson Beck, ran one in for a TD with 18 seconds left on the clock. Good game!

Eclipsed

I knew that there was going to be a solar eclipse today.  I set a reminder on my phone so that I wouldn't forget.  When the alarm went off, I headed to the back deck and grabbed a seat.  The event would be happening in 15 minutes and I was ready.

Three hours later I woke up, and much to my disappointment, I had missed the entire thing.  Looking on the bright side, I had a fantastic afternoon nap.  Well, I guess there is always next time...which just happens to be February 6, 2027.  I've already marked it on my calendar and set the reminder.  Maybe I'll have better luck then.

100,000

I am ecstatic about the fact that my humble little blog has had over 100,000 views as of today. Back in 2011 when I started this, I had no idea what to write about or what to do with it.  Over the years, I've shared my passion for my hobbies, my travel experiences, foods and beverages that I have enjoyed, tv shows and movies that I like (or dislike),  personal thoughts/experiences, and more.  I just wanted to take a moment and thank all of you who have taken the time to peruse my blog.

Fifteen years ago when I began this journey, I did not know where I would end up.  I still don't know that.  I will continue to share small snippets of my life with all of you out there. Take care, come back and visit. To infinity and beyond!

There Is No Escape

It's a rainy morning here in the Burgh.  I got out my Heroscape: Age of Annihilation figures and decided to share some group shots with all of you out there.   I bought all of these guys prepainted. Take a gander.  Enjoy!

Revnan Acolytes & Grave Grim

Loviatak, Misaerix, & Kyrie Warriors

Raakchott & Heroes of Aboreas 

 Crimson Widow & Dreadnaughts of Caraway Cavern

Knight Irene & Frostclaw Paladins

Major Q-11, Deflectatron, Admiral EJ-1M

Raelin and Dorim

Knaves of the Silver Scimitar

Exiles of the Sundered Seas

Oh Hell!

I've been watching the TV series Lucifer (based on the DC Vertigo comic books) for the past few weeks.  I have to say it's quite good.  Great storylines and characters (all of them).  The writing is superb. The acting is great. The set for Lux is incredible. Tom Ellis is amazing as Lucifer Morningstar.  Kudos to all involved.

Another bonus was that the show peaked my curiosity.  I've done research into the actors backgrounds, the DC comic book series, the biblical and mythological aspects of the story and the characters.  It's all been quite fascinating.  You could say that I have become a bit of a detective myself (Chloe would be proud!)

If you're looking for something new to watch, hop onto Netflix and give it a go. Just don't say the Devil made you do it!

Chilly Willy

That's what I named this guy. (Anyone remember the cartoon character by the same name?)  This is a D&D Frost Salamander. I saw one while I was watching a Boylei Hobby Time Video and thought that it was rad.  So, I decided to get my own. Check out this bluish bad boy.

The D&D Figure

The Cartoon Character

Lethal Ladies

I just picked up these 3 lovelies from Noble Knight Games.  L to R:  Marvel Comics Spiral, DC Comics Katana, Kick Ass Mother Russia.  I got all of these HeroClix at a great price.  They look way cool.  I'm psyched.

Four Fiendish Foes

I recently purchased these four D&D minis from The Vault in Greensburg, PA. I thought they looked super cool.  Our four-legged friend is a Hellhound.  The knight with the flaming spear is a Narzugon (Hell Knight).  The dwarf-like guys with the shields are Azer Warriors.

I had a blast painting them last night.  I put on some INXS and away I went.  I'm pleased with the outcome.  Check 'em out.  Enjoy your day and stay safe out there.

Un-Reliable

Reliable Exteriors is a home improvement company in Western Pa. I had them close in a deck for me. Issues from the start. Wrong windows, delays, work not done correctly. When finished, it looked nice. Now it leaks. They tried twice to fix it and it still leaked. Don (the owner) came out and said give him a week and someone would be out to take another look (that was in March). They've ghosted me since. Reliable???  They had my money and that was the end of it.

Around the House

My wife made a pseudo Peninsula Grill Ultimate Coconut Cake to take to a Fourth of July Party tomorrow. It looks amazing!😋 We had the real McCoy there a few years ago and she fell in love with it.

I ventured out in the heat (95) to get some pics of the Day Lilies blooming around my house. They look super cool!

Slitherin

No, not one of the four legendary houses from the Harry Potter series, but a couple of wee wigglies from Reaper Bones Miniatures.  I am planning (at some point) to do a dessert-themed fantasy army  (a la Tomb Kings) in the near future (maybe near??)  I bought these two belly sliders to be used as part of that ensemble.  Pictured below are a Giant Cobra (yellow and blue) and a Naga.

I love both sculpts (very cool looking).  The paint job on the cobra was one I mimicked from a pic I saw online.  The Naga paint is an amalgamation of ideas I saw on the Net.  Take a gander.  Don't get too close.

Up next, I think, will be these Wizkids warriors.  I picked them up recently for a decent price.  I thought they looked rad.  These guys are D&D Nolzur's Miniatures. Look for pics to come.