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Blast From The Past – I Must Find One Of These!

Michael Scott — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:52:26 +0000

For those of you who don't know, I'm a toy collector. Yes, I know, not the coolest of all hobbies, but I am who I am. Every now and then I think back to when I was a kid and reminisce about toys I used to love.

What Sound Do You Think This Cute Kitten Makes? [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 08:45:14 +0000

The Mattel "See n Say" that we had as kids taught us that the cow goes moo, the dog goes bark and the cat goes meow. I am guessing this cute kitten did not have the advantage of having such a toy. The sound coming out of this cat is just wrong.

Here's Why Your Kids Need To Clean Their Rooms [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 11:04:01 +0000

You will not believe this public service message from New Zealand remind people to be safe in their own homes

The Creepiest Doll You Will Ever See [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 14:09:33 +0000

I would be willing to bet many little girls and grown men would run screaming if they found the doll in this video in their attic.

Dog Does Not Like Radio Controlled Helicopter [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 14:06:24 +0000

We always seem to get a radio controlled something for Christmas at our house. This year my son got a radio controlled P-51 Mustang airplane. I wonder who's roof or what tree I will be getting that down from later today?

Louis Armstrong Doll With Low Batteries Equals Creepy Hilarity [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 12:45:42 +0000

Would you like an illustration of what happens when you have to steal the batteries our of the TV remote to make a toy work? Watch this video

Urban Shredder From Hot Wheels Sure to Be on Most Dangerous Toy List this Holiday

Chris Illuminati — Sat, 08 Dec 2012 15:30:31 +0000

The Urban Shredder from Hot Wheels looks like every kid’s moist dream and every parent’s biggest nightmare. This kiddie crotchrocket is powered by a 250 watt motor and two DC 12 volt batteries. It has a maximum speed of 10mph, unless this kid lives near hills, where it could probably reach speeds of around 90 [...]

Your Toy Is Bad And You Should Feel Bad [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 14:56:23 +0000

It's a hat with a ribbon and you swing your head around and around until you get bored or throw up. Now that is what I call fun!

It's A Robot, It's A Car – It's Both [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 12:46:06 +0000

The idea of a dinosaur being an astronaut or a Tonka truck being battleship is nothing new to the mind of a child. Now technology is finally catching up with those of us that have been thinking way outside the box for many years.

11 Awesome Toys from the 90′s That We Really Miss

Jason Epstein — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 01:50:53 +0000

Here are 11 awesome toys from the 1990's we wish we could play with right now.

Totally Awesome Things From The 80′s To Take You Down Memory Lane

Michael Scott — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 17:50:49 +0000

The 80's will always be looked at as a decade that was magically tacky, in the most totally awesome way possible. Some of these things from the 80's may still be top of mind for you, but hopefully this list will make you say "OMG, i completely forgot how much I used to love that!"

Take a look, and enjoy a trip in the way back machine

Dad Sends Kid's Favorite Toy Into Space [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 10:50:21 +0000

This just goes to show you there is no limit to a father's love and a child's imagination. A toy train travels into outer space, a ride that will make your heart smile.

The Top 15 Toys for the Upcoming Holiday Season: The New Wii, One Direction Dolls and … Furby Again?

Ben Worcester — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 00:34:39 +0000

We know, we know—it's only September. When it comes to toys, though, it's never too early to start thinking about the holiday season, especially for retailers. It is big business. Huge business. The buying frenzy of the holidays can comprise 40 percent of the total annual profit for a toy store. With this in mind, Toys R Us has released their 2012 Holiday Hot Toy List to get a head start on the hottest items this year.

So what's on it this year?

Bruce's 5 Little Things That Hurt A Lot

Bruce Mikells — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 12:05:16 +0000

I am here to tell you about the little things that hurt a lot. They may be small in stature but they are big on the pain scale, at least in my world.

Would You Put This In Your House? [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Mon, 21 May 2012 10:02:17 +0000

What if you could take the concept of beads on a metal track and then fill your house with them. Okay, it's not beads, it's more like billiard balls but it takes up the whole house. I can only imagine the grief this man took from his wife for putting this up in the living room.

See The RC Car That's Faster Than Your Car

K. Thor Jensen — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 21:35:41 +0000

If you want to feel really inadequate about your puttering Prius, maybe you need to check out this video of the Traxxas XO-1. This ready-to-race remote control whip is billed as the “world’s fastest ready-to-race supercar,” and when you look at the specs you’ll believe it. With a top speed of over 100 miles an [...]

Incredible Toy Flying Technology [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:10:49 +0000

I am a guy, that means I love Radio Controlled anything. Whether it’s a R/C car, truck, tractor, plane, helicopter or boat I want to play with it. Now there is new technology that might look like child’s play but will probably have an important effect on saving human lives in times of conflict. The [...]

Child's Toy Is A Real Nuclear Reactor

Bruce Mikells — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:43:31 +0000

There once was a time when not every toy was electronic and computer driven. Some old school toys actually required the user to think and maybe even move from a seated position.

Company Offers Toys For Rent

Jude Walker — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:31:34 +0000

Yep, you heard right. You can now rent toys.

The company is called Toygaroo and it's basically the Netflix of toys. For a monthly fee, you can rent toys. When your kids are done playing with them, just return them for more.

A New Way To Break Your Neck [Video]

Bruce Mikells — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 10:26:16 +0000

What gifts I can get for my children that will allow me to spend some quality time in the emergency room or at my near by urgent care clinic?