len_mullen

I use these to get ethernet from the first to the second floor of my home. Never even think about them... https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H74VKZU

This is not a confession. If you know someone who has hunkered down for the duration, a person whose only social interaction is via a camera attached to their computer, someone who has not filled their gas tank since August, these pajama pants may be the perfect gift... https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Essentials-Flannel-Pajama-Buffalo/dp/B07BJL187N (PM me for ship to address)

These forums are the only thing I need.

The EA7500 is an excellent router. AC should give you robust coverage throughout your home. If possible, before spending money on a new router, I would install a wifi tool on your smartphone, tablet, or laptop and map out coverage. Then I would experiment with changing the location of the router. Generally, the best location for a WiFi hotspot is the center of your home, but appliances and building materials can cause problems. If you are unable to solve the problem this way, I'll jump on the Ubiquiti bandwagon. [Edited to add...] Also, if the devices you are having problems with are older devices, make sure the radios are AC. If not, you can easily upgrade... https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P5PRK7J I bought this for a friend. He and his wife were using laptops at the same table. Hers kept dropping off while his was fine. I surveyed the site and found that the 2.4Ghz frequency was very crowded. Once we moved her to 5.0Ghz the laptop was rock solid. They live in a crowded neighborhood.

https://www.amazon.com/Keurig-K-Duo-Coffee-Single-Compatible/dp/B07PC7MHQ8 Best single serve coffee maker ever. 6-8-10-12 oz brews, 'Strong' setting, and accommodations for a travel mug. On the weekends, you can brew fresh ground coffee into a carafe that sits on a heated plate. Perfect gift for someone who wants a better cup of coffee on the weekends.

What do you have now?

I had a package delivered to Walgreens because it required a signature and I was possibly going to be out of my home at the time of delivery (by end of day and they had already changed the day three times. Ironically, I was not required to sign for it when I picked it up). The box was damaged -- one corner crushed. It would not have been giftable, but it was OK for me. Walmart and Amazon are working hard to get us back in the B&Ms!

https://www.amazon.com/Toysmith-Retro-Magic-Twirler-colors/dp/B0009XIF3W It's a Wheelo. One of the best toys ever and it fits in a stocking.

I already decided not to make a purchase at Kohls that I would have made if I got the next level of Kohls Cash.

for anyone who might want a permanent copy of the workshop, I highly recommend open source OBS Studio... https://obsproject.com/

I'm not an Apple fanboy and these -- even on sale -- are overpriced, but it's been a couple years since I bought these for my kids and 1) they love them, and 2) they still work... https://www.amazon.com/Apple-AirPods-Charging-Latest-Model/dp/B07PXGQC1Q Before I 'invested' in AirPods, I kept earbuds on the shelf. My youngest would go through a pair about once a month. These are great for people who always have earbuds in their ears. They stay in during exercise and there are no wires to break down.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FCJH59R Sunny Health & Fitness Magnetic Belt Drive Indoor Cycling Bike with 44 lb Flywheel and Large Device Holder, Black, Model Number: SF-B1805 For my oldest who no longer is able to go to the gym. Great alternative to Peloton bike.

https://www.amazon.com/RenFox-Musical-Keyboard-Education-43-3x14-2in/dp/B07MBDZCXT RenFox Kids Musical Mats, Music Piano Keyboard Dance Floor Mat Carpet Animal Blanket Touch Playmat Early Education Toys for Baby Girls Boys(43.3x14.2in) This would be fun for kids from 8-80. Because...

I don't shop much home improvement locally. The closest Lowes will not honor deals posted to their web site. I've ordered online for instore pickup and had a higher price waiting for me.

https://www.amazon.com/AstroAI-Portable-Compressor-Inflator-Motorcycle/dp/B07QR4Q42L/ref=gbps_tit_s-5_cd AstroAI Air Compressor Tire Inflator, Portable Air Pump for Car Tires 12V DC Auto Tire Pump with Digital Pressure Gauge, 100PSI with Emergency LED Light for Car, Bicycle and Other Inflatables Everyone should have one of these in their car. One time I got a flat and I could not loosen the lug nuts, so I inflated my tire three times on the way home. Saved me a tow. After soaking the nuts in liquid wrench overnight, I was able to loosen them with a four foot cheater bar.

Weber 14-inch Smokey Mountain Cooker, Charcoal Smoker https://www.amazon.com/Weber-711001-Mountain-14-Inch-Charcoal/dp/B00FKE67V2 If you know someone ( ) who makes jerky, this is a great dehydrator. You really cannot pour smoke out of a bottle. This is on MY wish list.

Toaster should arrive a day early. The Tour De Force is pretty much over. Meatloaf tasked great, but lacked the body I was accustomed to. With no less than 30% of heat from the top, maybe I should have covered with foil. Kind of boiled it ;-) Tacos and burritos came out great.Everything else was stuff we had already been cooking in the Fryer or was cooked on the stove top. Decided to wait on the bread and casserole.

I was just searching for 'Great Christmas Gifts for Adult Children'. One list included a cigarette rolling machine, a gin making machine, and a home brewing kit. I think we can do better.

Personally, I think going door to door for any reason is probably a bad idea. Even if the visitor is careful, there is no way to ensure the person on the other side of the door will be. These people are potential super spreaders that target those at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19. I don't think shopping is particularly risky (remember CDC said 15 minutes in close proximity to someone who is infected). Seriously, how is picking apples more risky than grabbing a bag at the grocer? Has anyone ever put an apple back on a tree? I'm glad I have an excuse not to travel on Thanksgiving. I'd really like to stay home for Christmas for the first time in decades. I won't miss the CDC when things get back to normal. Here’s how the CDC ranks each Thanksgiving tradition: Lower risk activities Having a small dinner with only people who live in your householdPreparing traditional family recipes for family and neighbors, especially those at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19, and delivering them in a way that doesn’t involve contact with othersHaving a virtual dinner and sharing recipes with friends and familyShopping online rather than in person on the day after Thanksgiving or the next MondayWatching sports events, parades, and movies from homeModerate risk activities Having a small outdoor dinner with family and friends who live in your communityVisiting pumpkin patches or orchards where people use hand sanitizer before touching pumpkins or picking apples, wearing masks is encouraged or enforced, and people are able to maintain social distancingAttending small outdoor sports events with safety precautions in placeHigher risk activities Going shopping in crowded stores just before, on, or after ThanksgivingParticipating or being a spectator at a crowded raceAttending crowded paradesUsing alcohol or drugs, which can cloud judgment and increase risky behaviorsAttending large indoor gatherings with people from outside of your household

I feel like he doesn't stand a chance.

As usual, I have no budget. I buy things I want/need when they are at my price point.

Wow!

Mine are the series 4 (low end) and they look great. I have an antenna. These televisions have a PSIP guide -- which means you do not need a guide service or internet connection. Also, if you plug in a 16GB usb stick, the TV uses it as a one hour buffer for pausing, rewinding, etc.

Seven days until my new toaster oven arrives. In the meantime, I am carrying out a tour de force with my air fryer. Tonight we had pork chops. I also toasted garlic bread in the air fryer. Tomorrow, we are having meatloaf. The pan fits and I'll use the probe to cook to 160f. Probably have most of the heat come from below or put aluminum foil over the top of the loaf if the top begins to overcook. Shrimp scampi on the stove top Friday. We do this all the time. Chicken Cordon Bleu Saturday. Again a regular air fryer meal. Ribeye with twice baked potato Sunday. First for twice baked potatoes. Grilled salmon and asparagus Monday. We do this all the time. Stuffed peppers on Tuesday. Chicken Marsala on the stove Wednesday, but I'm going to cook the chicken in the air fryer which is a change. Over the weekend, I usually make a breakfast casserole and a loaf of banana bread. I'll have to use a couple smaller casserole dishes for the breakfast casserole. I'm open to easy and amazing air fryer recipes if anyone has ideas. Happy October!