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In Announce, popsicle writes:

Gonna be away this Father’s Day weekend, to celebrate my son’s birthday (that’s
right, I told his mother to hold tight, until that date

) So I’d like to give
my shoutout (and more for some) beforehand to the Dads of BrickLink.

I’ve got some vintage Star Wars Trading Card packs, I’d like to gift to a few
Dads. I mean, what father doesn’t like Star Wars or trading cards for that matter?
I’m lucky enough to be a father, and have posted my share of bragging about it
over the years here in the BrickLink forum. So…

If you’re interested in one of these 3-card packs from

3342-1 (Inv) Star Wars #3 - Troopers/Chewie Minifigure Pack
11 Parts, 3 Minifigures, 3 Gear, 2000
Sets: Star Wars: Star Wars Episode 4/5/6

Just let me know.

As a gift, I’ll handle the postage anywhere worldwide.

(I’ll be gifting a limited amount, don’t know how many yet. But I will try
and get them in the mail before we leave on Thursday)

Happy Father’s Day, Dads! You're loved and appreciated

Gifting one more. I'll then try and get them all in the mail by the end of
today. Hopefully some will make it by Father's Day on Sunday

-Thanks

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 13, 2022 16:40

Subject:

Re: Happy Father's Day!

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In Announce, VaderJr316 writes:

In Announce, popsicle writes:

In Announce, VaderJr316 writes:

In Announce, popsicle writes:

In Announce, VaderJr316 writes:

In Announce, popsicle writes:

Gonna be away this Father’s Day weekend, to celebrate my son’s birthday (that’s
right, I told his mother to hold tight, until that date

3342-1 (Inv) Star Wars #3 - Troopers/Chewie Minifigure Pack
11 Parts, 3 Minifigures, 3 Gear, 2000
Sets: Star Wars: Star Wars Episode 4/5/6

That is very very generous! Thank you so much! Happy Father’s Day to you too!

I would very much appreciate it! I’ll take you up on this amazing offer! I will
send my postage address privately! Thanks again! Happy Dad’s Day!

Got your address, Bricks of faith. I assume you're a father?

Yep! One teen boy and a 6 year old girl!

Very nice. Thanks proud father!

Thank you! It’s actually my son’s old collection that is being sold in our store!
He does most of the listing and I am just there for moral support 😂

Very nice. He's doing a good job, let him know for me. Your gift has been
packaged and will be mailed tomorrow.

-Thanks

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 13, 2022 15:53

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Re: Happy Father's Day!

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In Announce, VaderJr316 writes:

In Announce, popsicle writes:

In Announce, VaderJr316 writes:

In Announce, popsicle writes:

Gonna be away this Father’s Day weekend, to celebrate my son’s birthday (that’s
right, I told his mother to hold tight, until that date

3342-1 (Inv) Star Wars #3 - Troopers/Chewie Minifigure Pack
11 Parts, 3 Minifigures, 3 Gear, 2000
Sets: Star Wars: Star Wars Episode 4/5/6

Got your address, Bricks of faith. I assume you're a father?

Yep! One teen boy and a 6 year old girl!

Very nice. Thanks proud father!

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 13, 2022 15:37

Subject:

Re: Happy Father's Day!

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In Announce, VaderJr316 writes:

In Announce, popsicle writes:

Gonna be away this Father’s Day weekend, to celebrate my son’s birthday (that’s
right, I told his mother to hold tight, until that date

3342-1 (Inv) Star Wars #3 - Troopers/Chewie Minifigure Pack
11 Parts, 3 Minifigures, 3 Gear, 2000
Sets: Star Wars: Star Wars Episode 4/5/6

Got your address, Bricks of faith. I assume you're a father?

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 13, 2022 15:35

Subject:

Re: Happy Father's Day!

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In Announce, yorbrick writes:

Is Chewie off to see Attichitcuk at the weekend?

But other way around

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 12, 2022 19:40

Subject:

Re: Lost ability to see all items on all stores

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Help

Hysterical Blindness? Trauma/shock induced (perhaps due to pricing) and temporary

Nothing that involves adjustments on your end though. An explanation was given
that I don't recall concisely (as it didn't concern me and given human
nature) what it was beyond something with browsing limitations

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 12, 2022 19:02

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Re: Tricky tile !

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In Catalog Identification, popsicle writes:

In Catalog Identification, BrickCompulsion writes:

Hi
Can anyone see this please
Tile is orange but I’m guessing it’s stuck on the wrong tile or something

Thanks !

75880-1 (Inv) McLaren 720S
157 Parts, 1 Minifigure, 2017
Sets: SPEED CHAMPIONS

Correct sticker/part/set, btw...

Come on guys, it's getting far too easy. Let's amp it up some! Feeling
a little amateurish around here, lately

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 12, 2022 18:49

Subject:

Re: Tricky tile !

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In Catalog Identification, BrickCompulsion writes:

Hi
Can anyone see this please
Tile is orange but I’m guessing it’s stuck on the wrong tile or something

Thanks !

75880-1 (Inv) McLaren 720S
157 Parts, 1 Minifigure, 2017
Sets: SPEED CHAMPIONS

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 12, 2022 17:16

Subject:

Re: Are fees charged on credited amount?

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In General, Yo_Yo_Flamingo writes:

Hello, helpful people!
I have a quick question on how Bricklink charges fees. If a credit is applied
to an order after it has been placed (but before it is paid), will the seller
still be charged BL's fee on that amount, or on the final total?

Thanks!

It's a good question, the terms covering this can seem ambiguous.

As I understand it, seller fees are applied to what is itemized as “Order Total”
within the transaction's details. Straightforward so far, right

When an order is credited via the use of a coupon during checkout, it remains
the fee’d amount. But if an order is credited retroactively by the seller, then
the “Order Total” though still the fee’d amount, is now on the wrong side of
itemization and therefore fee-considerations.

https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1339551
https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1338594

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 12, 2022 16:42

Subject:

Re: What sets do these stickered parts come from?

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In Catalog Identification, janzenroth writes:

I checked the sticker sheet of that one and I don't think any of those parts
came from that set.

Look again.

Not many sets with that part in that color, with that particular sticker. I could
be wrong, wouldn't be the first time

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 12, 2022 15:47

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Re: What sets do these stickered parts come from?

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In Catalog Identification, janzenroth writes:

I am hoping to add these pieces to the catalog. Does anyone know what sets they
can from?

Remnants of

6582-1 (Inv) Daredevil Flight Squad
266 Parts, 3 Minifigures, 1998
Sets: Town: Extreme Team

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 11, 2022 19:26

Subject:

Re: My latest test bricks

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In General, cycbuild writes:

In General, popsicle writes:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Just bought these, as did a few others.

Love the colours in earlier test bricks.

We "Love" our families, friends, ideas, country, ourselves (hopefully) and our
pets: https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1321015

We like, appreciate, enjoy, etc, Lego

The colors are very nice, Stuart! Brings Lego gummies to mind, for me.

The use of the term "love" is a particular peeve of mine. Don't take my input,
wrong

Words carry weight among us

Wonder if it's just us English users, who over-utilize those weighty four
letter words. The commone consumer usage "Like it, but don't love it. (Won't
buy it.)" And if that's his opinion, Stuart can reasonably say he loves his
Lego.

Trade you a pet peeve for a pet theory? I think, through characterizing love
as three unique emotions, that you can figure out your true feelings - based
entirely upon how sleepy the subject tends to make you feel!

The Three Love-As

Attraction: Adrenaline and androgens (Decreased serotonin, less sleepy)
Attachment: Oxytocin and vasopressin
Affection: Dopamine and norepinephrine (Increased serotonin, more sleepy)

Always fantastic input, Caleb!

Interesting too. But your premise misses the point. Thanks nonetheless

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 11, 2022 19:23

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Re: My latest test bricks

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In General, maxx3001 writes:

In General, popsicle writes:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Just bought these, as did a few others.

Love the colours in earlier test bricks.

We "Love" our families, friends, ideas, country, ourselves (hopefully) and our
pets: https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1321015

We like, appreciate, enjoy, etc, Lego

The colors are very nice, Stuart! Brings Lego gummies to mind, for me.

The use of the term "love" is a particular peeve of mine. Don't take my input,
wrong

Words carry weight among us

Can I love my collection though?

I suppose if you're willing to declared it for me, why not for your precious
Lego: https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1334876

I'm not the jealous type

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 11, 2022 12:33

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Re: My latest test bricks

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In General, Stuart9 writes:

No problem, love your reply.

Agree on appearance, I’ll refrain from breaking my teeth.

Very good, Stuart

I knew you'd understand above all here.

In General, popsicle writes:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Just bought these, as did a few others.

Love the colours in earlier test bricks.

We "Love" our families, friends, ideas, country, ourselves (hopefully) and our
pets: https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1321015

We like, appreciate, enjoy, etc, Lego

The colors are very nice, Stuart! Brings Lego gummies to mind, for me.

The use of the term "love" is a particular peeve of mine. Don't take my input,
wrong

Words carry weight among us

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 11, 2022 12:32

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Re: My latest test bricks

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In General, wildchicken13 writes:

In General, popsicle writes:

In General, Stuart9 writes:

Just bought these, as did a few others.

Love the colours in earlier test bricks.

We "Love" our families, friends, ideas, country, ourselves (hopefully) and our
pets: https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1321015

We like, appreciate, enjoy, etc, Lego

The colors are very nice, Stuart! Brings Lego gummies to mind, for me.

The use of the term "love" is a particular peeve of mine. Don't take my input,
wrong

Words carry weight among us

For the love of God, Cory, they're just test bricks!

Like I said, my peeve

“God” = “Ideas” That's me trying to be something that I’m not, PC.

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 11, 2022 11:56

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Re: My latest test bricks

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In General, Stuart9 writes:

Just bought these, as did a few others.

Love the colours in earlier test bricks.

We "Love" our families, friends, ideas, country, ourselves (hopefully) and our
pets: https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1321015

We like, appreciate, enjoy, etc, Lego

The colors are very nice, Stuart! Brings Lego gummies to mind, for me.

The use of the term "love" is a particular peeve of mine. Don't take my input,
wrong

Words carry weight among us

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 10, 2022 19:01

Subject:

Re: We have a new Catalog Administrator!

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Catalog

In Catalog, Admin_Russell writes:

Hello Everyone,

Today we have another change in the Community Experts Program - our Catalog Associate
Randyf has been promoted to Catalog Administrator:

A credit to BL's administrative acumen.

https://www.bricklink.com/v3/member/community_experts.page

This means he will have privileges on both sides of the BrickLink catalog admin
system - he is only the 4th BrickLink user to ever have that honor.

Increased privileges, another way of saying more responsibility?

Randy has worked tirelessly in the catalog area this past year, and we are confident
he will fill this new position well.

Here's me wondering and hoping that such tireless effort holds reward beyond
that of forum accolades and title, for the entire catalog team that is. I'm
sure it does.

Please join me in welcoming Randy to his new position!

Welcome to your new position, Randy

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 10, 2022 09:21

Subject:

Re: wolfpackbricks sales entire store up to 30%

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Sales

The "Wolfpack" is in turn, being hunted in the forum

https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1344935
https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1344376

They need you to consider "once-a-day announcement posts" which ironically might
benefit your efforts here.

Advise from another (not of your pack) wolf

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 10, 2022 08:54

Subject:

Re: Thank You!

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LEGO products

In LEGO, snappleguy writes:

I just want to take a minute to Thank all of the Bricklink stores I have dealt
with over the last year and a half. I have finally finished my MOC of the Hotel
I work at. It is magnificent... because of Bricklink, and all of you. Thank
you. Glenn Waddingham

Gonna be revisiting that beautiful island and city, next month. A place some
of our BL membership are lucking enough to call home: Johan (jbroman) Maureen
(hookedGranma) https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1150018 and others...

You’ve now given us another point of destination, and I thank you.

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 9, 2022 13:45

Subject:

Re: Please Create New Category

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In Catalog Requests, DeLuca writes:

Please create a new Category “Star Wars The Force Unleashed” for sets (7672)
and (75059), along with Minifigs (sw0180), (sw0818), (sw0182), (sw0603), and (sw0604).

A member strong with the force, when it comes to the Star Wars canon, anyway.

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 9, 2022 08:29

Subject:

Re: I'm looking for some direction, here...

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In Searching, wildchicken13 writes:

In Searching, popsicle writes:

Got the poster, Sylvain.

Swaya’s expressions using Lego as the medium, still astound me. Some of my favorites
Lego creations, to date. You can almost get a sense, or understand the genesis
of his work’s expression, if you imagine where he draws from

his time within
that absolutely cutthroat world of Corporate Law in New York City

I dated for years a corporate attorney, practicing in the comparatively tame
environment of the West Coast. A very successful, highly paid attorney from a
family of high profile attorneys. After questioning her own sanity, she abandoned
her law practice entirely and now writes children's books

And happy

It’s a brutal world, their’s. I understand Nathan's art...

-Cory

Yeah, I know a corporate lawyer who is super unhappy with his job… Imagine BrickLink
forum politics times ten.

Anyway, if you're ever in the Chicago area, he has an exhibit at the Museum
of Science and Industry through September: https://www.msichicago.org/explore/whats-here/exhibits/2022/the-art-of-the-brick/

Thanks, I'd enjoy that.

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 8, 2022 22:13

Subject:

Re: How it’s gonna pan out…

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In Retail, legoman77 writes:

In Retail, popsicle writes:

So you’ve no doubt been feeling it coming like a head-on freight train, inflation.

If you’re smart, you’ll not conflate the indexes of all consumer pricing. Prices
of necessities, i.e. energy and food (heavily linked) or fixed consumer goods,
will continue to rise to uncomfortable levels, that's a certainty. Which
will cause the non-essentials to deflate some and for now, such as toys.

(Yes, despite their recent public announcement to damped the inevitable)

For those in the resell game, keep in mind, it's timing and nerve that will
set you apart.

The other of our Costco warehouses sold their (pallet loads) for $15 per unit.
If I were still in the game, I’d get a manager to offload their inventory to
me for $15 per unit, matching the other Costco. I’m not, but maybe you are?

Just one example of what I’m sure are many more to come. Cape diem, resellers!
~If you've got the reserve, that is

I just rely on my wife to provide for me.

A kept man?

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 8, 2022 16:36

Subject:

Re: How it’s gonna pan out…

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In Retail, popsicle writes:

In Retail, yorbrick writes:

It will certainly be interesting to see how it goes. LEGO has already indicated
it plans to hit the larger adult sets with higher increases than smaller sets.

Sure, go ahead and bite on that. I used to count on it my competitors ignorance.
The same Costco warehouse today, had the larger SW sets too

And even larger sets, newly moved to the floor with discounts that will no doubt
as is the pattern, be discounted much further soon.

I'll post when they do.

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 8, 2022 16:32

Subject:

Re: How it’s gonna pan out…

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In Retail, popsicle writes:

In Retail, yorbrick writes:

It will certainly be interesting to see how it goes. LEGO has already indicated
it plans to hit the larger adult sets with higher increases than smaller sets.

Sure, go ahead and bite on that. I used to count on it my competitors ignorance.
The same Costco warehouse today, had the larger SW sets too

Here, the better off that typically buy multiple adult sets a year probably
won't notice or care. Maybe they are right to target those sets, so sales
of the kid aimed sets are not hit as much. At the weekend I saw one woman buying
a £80 piece of beef, which put my £5 pork belly to shame.

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 8, 2022 16:22

Subject:

Re: How it’s gonna pan out…

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In Retail, yorbrick writes:

It will certainly be interesting to see how it goes. LEGO has already indicated
it plans to hit the larger adult sets with higher increases than smaller sets.

Sure, go ahead and bite on that. I used to count on it my competitors ignorance.
The same Costco warehouse today, had the larger SW sets too

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 8, 2022 15:58

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Re: How it’s gonna pan out…

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In Retail, popsicle writes:

*Carpe

I'm starting to wonder what's going on with the dropping of letters

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 8, 2022 12:46

Subject:

Re: I'm looking for some direction, here...

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In Searching, popsicle writes:

In Searching, 1001bricks writes:

In Searching, Admin_Russell writes:

In Searching, Stellar writes:

In Searching, FergH0va writes:

There was an unofficial LEGO modular created to support the Ronald McDonald House
in Europe. Only 300 were created. I have heard that it has been sold here on
Bricklink as a set, but can't seem to find any evidence of this.

Can anyone point me in the right direction?

This one? If it was for sale here at BrickLink it probably was as a custom lot
in someones store.

The kit was done by a LEGO Certified Professional but is not an official set
so it is not in the BL catalog.

By the way, we DO allow sets from LEGO Certified Professionals to be sold in
our custom items section.

Nice!

I wish I'd had this

And happy

It’s a brutal world, their’s. I understand Nathan's art...

-Cory

Apologies to the man *Sawaya

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 8, 2022 12:29

Subject:

Re: I'm looking for some direction, here...

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In Searching, 1001bricks writes:

In Searching, Admin_Russell writes:

In Searching, Stellar writes:

In Searching, FergH0va writes:

By the way, we DO allow sets from LEGO Certified Professionals to be sold in
our custom items section.

Nice!

I wish I'd had this

And happy

It’s a brutal world, their’s. I understand Nathan's art...

-Cory

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 8, 2022 11:03

Subject:

Re: I'm looking for some direction, here...

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In Searching, FergH0va writes:

In Searching, Stellar writes:

In Searching, FergH0va writes:

This is exactly the kit I was talking about; the modular building. I've looked
everywhere, and tried all sorts of search keywords, to at least find a page where
it was previously sold, or whatever. I've come up short every time.

Ultimately, I'm looking for a parts list.

It is a very nice build!

Hope you're able to get your parts-list, definitely worth pursuing imho.

I'll cancel my misguided posts.

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 8, 2022 10:40

Subject:

Re: I'm looking for some direction, here...

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In Searching, popsicle writes:

In Searching, FergH0va writes:

McDAM4 Display Assembled Model, Large Ronald McDonald
Gear: Retail Display

McDAM2 Display Assembled Model, Large Ronald McDonald
Gear: Retail Display

Otherwise, have you gandered through: https://www.bricklink.com/catalogList.asp?promoCatID=8

Do you mean a modular of the House itself, in Europe?

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 7, 2022 18:41

Subject:

Re: (Cancelled)

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Selling

In Selling, Piasecki94 writes:

(Cancelled)

Was my post deleted?

It's not personal. Sergio's simply doing his job. Well, I would add.

If you'd like to sell on this platform, there are criteria that you
will need to meet just as with most other secure online selling platforms.

From my general understanding: the BL Admin is not as concerned about fees as
they are for the security of the overall membership of BL. "Safe to buy" reputation.

-popsicle

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 7, 2022 17:20

Subject:

Re: Your LEGO Order is on its way 18 month later

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Off Topic

In Off Topic, bricklinklp writes:

Got a surprise email from Lego SAH today. They shipped a GWP ordered 2020

Tracking # is valid, Estimated delivery on Thursday. We'll see

If patience is indeed a virtue, you Andy, got more than your share of it

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 7, 2022 14:15

Subject:

Re: Now shipping to America and Canada

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In Announce, BricProQuo writes:

Bric pro Quo is now shipping to more countries we hope to see you all in our
shop very very soon!!

Nice, I'll take a look at your inventory.

Btw, I appreciate the creativity in your user/store name:
https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1276661

Though I understand the play-on-words you went with, if you take the rearrangement
straight forwardly, it’s framed as a question “Bric For Which?” Instead of the
“something for something” statement.

Intentional or not, "Bric For Which" has the better rhyme and meaning, imho

-popsicle

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 7, 2022 09:28

Subject:

Re: Can anyone help with these 2 parts?

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In Catalog Identification, Vegitt writes:

I have been unable to identify these, can anyone help? Are they even Lego?

Thanks

28981 Cloth Hammock Oval 10 x 5
Parts: Cloth

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 6, 2022 16:07

Subject:

Re: Ukraine

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In General, lvbrick.com.ua writes:

In General, popsicle writes:

In General, lvbrick.com.ua writes:

In General, CSC writes:

In General, 1001bricks writes:

In General, wildchicken13 writes:

In General, 1001bricks writes:

Yes, but replying to an UA guy about sanctions against their Country is a bit
rough - apart you're VERY sure of what you say.

It's hard to be very sure of anything right now.

So - please don't post to an invaded Country Citizen "Sorry, U.S. sanctions
apply to Ukraine, too." if you're not sure.

And apparently after your tests, BL authorizes the transaction.

[...] and to help clear up misconceptions.

^ This, exactly.

There are no US sanctions or restrictions against Ukraine.
If there are any sanctions it is from individuals or sites, but not the government.

There are no sanctions for Ukraine.

True enough, but:
https://about.usps.com/newsroom/service-alerts/international/welcome.htm

Delivery can take more time, but it works

”Ukraine Post advises that due to the conflict in the region international
postal transit through Ukrainian territory has been suspended until further notice.
Post offices will remain closed beginning Feb. 24 and postal deliveries are suspended
until further notice. As soon as the situation allows, the post will resume delivery
of all international postal items”

With the deteriorating situation having caused systems within the country to
further destabilized, since February - The USPS Disruption notices were updated
June 3rd

Let's hope it all begins to normalize, soon

-popsicle

Looks like info about delivery into Ukraine. From Ukraine we can send parcel
abroad as usual

I can appreciate your optimism, but…

The influencing factors that bring about failures within complex logistical systems,
rarely (if ever) affect unidirectionally. These systems are fundamentally amalgams
of systems, which in turn are comprised of contractors and subcontractors, etc
and-so-on. Many of these links are facing the same causations.

Exacerbating the situation further, are the divergences (political and logistical)
of those border countries to Ukraine that are of the global network Ukraine must
operate within. It is for now, simply not business as usual for operations within
Ukraine, even in the far western areas such as your beautiful Lviv.

Such things will begin to normalize though, hopefully sooner rather than
later. I believe it will, anyway.

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 5, 2022 18:18

Subject:

Re: Ukraine

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In General, lvbrick.com.ua writes:

In General, CSC writes:

In General, 1001bricks writes:

In General, wildchicken13 writes:

In General, 1001bricks writes:

Yes, but replying to an UA guy about sanctions against their Country is a bit
rough - apart you're VERY sure of what you say.

It's hard to be very sure of anything right now.

So - please don't post to an invaded Country Citizen "Sorry, U.S. sanctions
apply to Ukraine, too." if you're not sure.

And apparently after your tests, BL authorizes the transaction.

[...] and to help clear up misconceptions.

^ This, exactly.

There are no US sanctions or restrictions against Ukraine.
If there are any sanctions it is from individuals or sites, but not the government.

There are no sanctions for Ukraine.

True enough, but:
https://about.usps.com/newsroom/service-alerts/international/welcome.htm

Delivery can take more time, but it works

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 5, 2022 16:01

Subject:

Re: Neutral feedback needs some TLC

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Topic:

Suggestions

In Suggestions, Brickwilbo writes:

In Suggestions, Abrickadabra writes:

Neutral feedback should neither be considered positive nor negative.
When displaying a store's positive (or negative) feedback score, neutrals
should be excluded.

In its current state, there are 2 problems:
1. Leaving a store neutral feedback does the same amount of damage to its overall
praise percentage as negative feedback, even when the customer considers their
experience neither more positive or more negative.
2. Buyers are less likely to leave neutral feedback when they have genuinely
neutral experiences, because they don't want to harm the store reputation.
This leads to a much less honest picture of the actual experience of buying
from that store.

I think [2] well represents most long term BL users. Newcomers are more likely
to provide honest neutral feedback, without realising the unintended harm it
has on the store reputation.

Or hey, just be honest and rename them "positive, kinda bad, negative", as that's
realistically what they've turned into.

This has been suggested before.

For quite some time too, both our suggestions:

https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=868453
https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1176270

It could be combined with bringing back the feedback smileys.
https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=563817

Must've missed this 11 years ago. Though never used the "smiley" myself,
it sounds good and is supported. Better late than never

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 4, 2022 11:22

Subject:

Re: Please confirm Alternate number or mold

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Topic:

In Catalog Requests, popsicle writes:

In Catalog Requests, wildchicken13 writes:

In Catalog Requests, popsicle writes:

"chicken" is not gender specific

You clearly don't know how to pick up chicks…

Your right about that

*You're

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 4, 2022 11:09

Subject:

Re: Please confirm Alternate number or mold

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Topic:

In Catalog Requests, wildchicken13 writes:

In Catalog Requests, popsicle writes:

"chicken" is not gender specific

You clearly don't know how to pick up chicks…

Your right about that

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 3, 2022 19:05

Subject:

Re: Please confirm Alternate number or mold

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Topic:

In Catalog Requests, SylvainLS writes:

In Catalog Requests, wildchicken13 writes:

[…]

‘Guys’? I thought they were ‘gals’! (gal-linacean-s of course

)

Hard to tell, they could be hens or roosters.

Still gallinaceans, gallus, galliformes,
gallicaneous birds… all gals!

Though aligned with the wild gallinacean's

input ("chicken" is not gender
specific) I appreciate your wordplay, Sylvain. You’re one of the few that are
playful with words here, and I really enjoy it.

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 3, 2022 14:28

Subject:

Re: What are your thoughts?

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Topic:

New Sets

In New Sets, cycbuild writes:

In New Sets, popsicle writes:

Got to pondering this again: https://www.bricklink.com/message.asp?ID=1300880

Motivated by a desire for respite from the punishment of my thoughts (which
I anyways will need to get back into at some point today) I thought I'd see
if the clear-minded folks that occupy BrickLink's forum, could assuage my
sense of being completely off-base (out of touch) or drive it home further

Back on topic: it somehow still seems like a squandered opportunity.

-Thanks

Do we deserve something so good..?

I would love a line of microfighters. But I don't think it's necessary
yet. The shows are continuing to bring characters back into recognized Star Wars
universe.

If CMFs were possible, they'd have to stick a tastefully small, nearly invisible
logo on the torso. Keep the collectors happy. Maybe Hasbro will want that ad
space. Ha

Always good input, Caleb. Thanks

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 2, 2022 16:30

Subject:

Re: If someone can identify...

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Topic:

In Catalog Identification, Bricksgram writes:

If someone can identify tthese parts, thanks!

Can't see from the angle, but either with or without Axle Holder

30359b Bar 1 x 8 with Brick 1 x 2 Curved Top End (Axle Holder Inside Small End)
Parts: Bar {Dark Gray}

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 1, 2022 23:04

Subject:

Re: Buyer Privileges Revoked

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Topic:

Help

In Help, TheCuteGiraffe writes:

Hey all,
I have turned on my laptop this morning to check out the forums and see what
parts are trending as I do most mornings. And when I had look at the top of my
bar I had a notification that my "Buyer Privilages" had been revoked. It says
"because of Preventive Action".

I dont think I have done anything wrong and I have sent something into the Help
Desk. I am wondering what I did to get my buying taken away. How can I fix this?

I love Bricklink and would not want to annoy anyone with my issue. Hope this
is in the correct forum tab.

Any information on my issue would be very appreciated.

Image below

Thanks,
The Cute Giraffe.

"Preventive Action" From what I've read over the last years here, that's
simply a euphemism for "let's flag the account for a second look" Though
sadly, often initiated by another member reporting your profile for possible
breach of TOS, such as underage, etc.

Have you been asked to supply further personal info? I'm also assuming you
haven't transacted yet, so no issues there?

In the meanwhile, the good news is that you can continue your participation in
the forum while it's being sorted, or until the account has been unregistered.

-popsicle

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 1, 2022 19:17

Subject:

Re: Wild Orchids U.K.

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Topic:

Off Topic

In Off Topic, Stuart9 writes:

Never had wild orchids anywhere near where I live, never seen one in the wild,
until now.

They are coming up all around where I now live..

Not sure which one it is.

Always a welcome site in nature, orchids. These Marsh Orchids can be found in
even colder climes than that of Cornwall, too. It's said that they’re finicky
cultivars, yet surprisingly hardy in the wild.

Thanks for sharing.

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

Jun 1, 2022 14:13

Subject:

Re: deleting inventory and store

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Topic:

Selling

In Catalog Requests, TomGreen02 writes:

can you please delete my inventory and store?

If you're certain, you can delete your inventory here: https://www.bricklink.com/inventory.asp

After which, help to unregister can be found here: https://www.bricklink.com/unregister.asp?rD=Y

-popsicle

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

May 31, 2022 15:13

Subject:

Re: B&M window sticker

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Topic:

In General, maxx3001 writes:

I recently finally got this awesome window sticker and wanted to share it here
and ask for info on it.
The haziness comes from the protective layer over the sticker.

I got it on display, see second picture.

Enjoy,
Maxx

Thanks for sharing. Very nice!

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

May 31, 2022 15:06

Subject:

Re: Pirate Ship now using PM Commercial Plus

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Topic:

Shipping

In Shipping, cosmicray writes:

While shipping a package this morning, I noticed that Pirate Ship used Commercial
Plus pricing (which saved about $1 on a 2-lb to zone 6).

Notice-123 does not show any price difference between Commercial Base and Commercial
Plus, but I’m pretty sure there are differences. I’m going to look at the CSV
files to see what is actually being sent forth.

Nita Rae

The rate I was charged does not appear in Notice 123, or in the CSV files. That
suggests that Pirate Ship is now using a negotiated rate, that appears on the
label as Commercial Plus. So, kudos to PayPal and their replacement for Pitney
Bowes, for pushing enough business over to Pirate Ship to allow this to be possible.

Nita Rae

These are most definitely negotiated. In fact, the actual rates appear to be
confidential, as Pirate Ship is not issuing an actual rate chart, but they are
showing where the rates will be lower than published rates. Generally, for PM,
they are all weights in zones 1-4, up to 3 pound in zone 5, and up to 2 pounds
in zone 6. The last one was the one I used this morning. No savings out in zones
7-9.No savings for FCPS (that I can see). By not actually telling you what to
expect, they (in concert with USPS) have the ability to flex these rates at times
other than published rate increases. An interesting approach.

Nita Rae

Thank you. Your USPS-related updates for us BL forum readers, has real value
imho. I'd like to encourage your efforts here.

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

May 31, 2022 14:40

Subject:

Re: Looking for Retail Deals?

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Topic:

LEGO products

In LEGO, yorbrick writes:

In LEGO, popsicle writes:

One of the Costco stores near us (two normal and one business Costco that's
a 10 min walk for us) has/had pallets of half-priced sets

had - until you left!

Back in the day, I would’ve had one of the employees lend me their pallet jack
and rolled the entire pallet up to the register (actually been there-done that,
once at Legoland CA) But I’ve been out of the game and haven't been a buyer
of any consequence for sometime now.

- The other Costco also has pallets of the same SW, SH and Friends sets but not
at the 50% off pricing. Though I did get my smaller sized (hatchet-butt) pants

For those that have privately asked about my weight loss: I was told by someone
I respect, they want to see less of me. I said fine... I’ll lose weight

But
seriously, for those kind souls that have expressed concern, I'm good.

Btw and for you curious types, I did grabbed some. Just 20 units though, to
part-out for the email notifications, in an effort to promote our selloff when
the time comes. What I told myself anyway

-popsicle (with less profile)

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

May 30, 2022 09:53

Subject:

Re: buying on Bricklink

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Topic:

Buying

https://www.bricklink.com/help.asp?helpID=110

In Buying, Thisoldtoyhouse writes:

Does anyone know how many days a seller has to ship a package before a buyer
can file a NSS COMPLAINT????

Author:

popsicle

Posted:

May 29, 2022 23:11

Subject:

Re: Name/ BL code of this torso

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Topic: