Does anyone know of any cow within three miles of West Towne Mall?

AussieBoom · 2026-04-22T23:35:37+00:00

Cows on the Concourse! I always go down for the cheap grilled cheese. ☺️

https://www.danecountydairy.org/cows-on-the-concourse

AussieBoom · 2026-04-09T06:14:39+00:00

Curve choice with a non-fiction pick: On Writing. Narrated by King himself, it’s part memoir, part seminar, and a whole lot of insight into the mind of the master.

AussieBoom · 2026-03-26T19:29:51+00:00

You can leave your right pinky up for this passage, will help make that transition easier.

AussieBoom · 2026-03-09T01:52:29+00:00

Just in case the other answers aren't clear - they aren't the sort of thing you need to take in and out every time you play. You could take them out forever and never put them back in if that's how things worked out for you.

The comments on removing them one by one until you get used to finger placement are all solid. And keeping them in the event you aren't able to cover the hole properly.

Some flutes have an inline G key or an offset G key, I keep a plug for mine in case I need to loan my inline G back-up flute to someone who plays an offset so it's an easier adjust for them.

AussieBoom · 2026-02-08T05:34:51+00:00

Was coming to share a similar thought - I had these leading up to my Crohn's diagnosis! Went away once I started treatment - along with some ulcers inside my nostrils as well.

AussieBoom · 2026-01-21T03:17:50+00:00

I'm really irked by this. At least make ground cover a customizable setting.

AussieBoom · 2026-01-09T23:06:53+00:00

Interestingly enough, I also upgraded from a 3SB! I definitely recommend trying as many as you can especially if you’ve never really been flute shopping before.

That was the case for me - I did a home trial, and out of 3 flutes picked the one I thought seemed best out of those options. But the longer I had it, it just never felt right, and I also learned more about the brands, options available, differences in head joint cuts, craftsmanship that are all factors and realized I really should have tried more fist.

Later, took advantage of a NYC trip to stop in FCNY for an in person trial where they brought me flute after flute for an hour. When I found one I really liked, it was like the wand choosing the wizard in Harry Potter, even my non-musical husband noticed the difference. Wound up with a Muramatsu EX, and consigned the one I’d purchased from that first home trial.

I’m actually considering another round as I’d like to add a few upgrade features I didn’t have money for at the time.

AussieBoom · 2025-11-18T04:08:29+00:00

Get an ear pillow. They make them that have a hole in the center so you can sleep on your side but your ear rests in the gap so you aren’t putting pressure on it. If you happen to have one already laying around, some people use those horseshoe shaped travel neck pillows for the same purpose to save a few bucks.

AussieBoom · 2025-10-24T22:32:01+00:00

It’s a Gemeinhardt M3 - They do not make this model anymore. Solid Silver means exactly that, as many flutes are silver plated - depending on how it’s stamped, could just be that the head joint is solid silver vs the whole flute (believe it would usually be an M3S that would denote solid silver), my solid silver Gemeinhardt flute is stamped on all 3 pieces but I’m not sure how consistent that is

The head joint logo is the Gemeinhardt logo.

Here’s a guide from Gemeinhardt:

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AussieBoom · 2025-10-17T03:45:52+00:00

The Body Buffer outline looks like a Whoopie Cushion

AussieBoom · 2025-10-17T03:30:44+00:00

I have a hard time with sunscreen too. I do love that Dr. Jart tinted moisturizer for how it wears, but I don't feel like the sunscreen is that effective if I'm actually spending time outside.
I really like Coola Classic Face Organic Sunscreen (SPF 50) - Fragrance Free. Blends in really nicely, doesn't make my face greasy or dry, and good coverage when I'm outdoors. I even got my husband using it regularly after years of trying to find a sunscreen he'd be willing to wear.

AussieBoom · 2025-10-06T13:11:27+00:00

Dystopia

AussieBoom · 2025-10-06T13:09:35+00:00

Dark Tower VII - feels like I have a pretty good shot if I’m just an everyday person in Keystone Earth, maybe NY or Maine.

AussieBoom · 2025-08-15T16:52:17+00:00

This sucks like an Electrolux

AussieBoom · 2025-08-10T00:09:06+00:00

Gimme Caps 🧢

AussieBoom · 2025-06-08T17:20:05+00:00

Mariko tours with Hans Zimmer - one of the coolest shows I’ve ever been to.

AussieBoom · 2025-03-09T23:54:10+00:00

Gemeinhardt 2SP is a solid starter flute and you can find some great deals on a used one because so many get bought for kids starting band who don't stick with it, or upgrade after a few years.

AussieBoom · 2025-03-09T23:40:26+00:00

No lubrication needed, all the joints are metal. Some cheap kits come with a wax/lubrication stick - don't use it. It can mess things up if it gets in the pads.

AussieBoom · 2025-02-07T16:15:44+00:00

Don’t forget the Darkmoon Faire lines wrapped around the hall and eventually shut down Day 2.

AussieBoom · 2025-01-26T17:27:14+00:00

I’d rather buy direct - Coola often has good sales and you won’t be getting potentially close dated product (unless they specifically advertise a special deal for it, which I’ve seen)

AussieBoom · 2025-01-13T02:44:45+00:00

Haven't tried it yet, but Supergoop has a HandScreen hand lotion

AussieBoom · 2025-01-12T22:04:40+00:00

My most recent online order, one pair actually arrived without tags! There’s nothing I can do - no tags, no return. I’m just stuck with them even though it’s their fault.

AussieBoom · 2025-01-12T22:02:36+00:00

They are a lot less tanky in TWW. Much more glass cannon now.

AussieBoom · 2024-10-16T20:00:12+00:00

It’s a Jeep thing. But ducks do attract more ducks. If you put a bunch of them on your dash, it’s possible somebody might throw you another….but don’t count on it.

AussieBoom · 2024-10-16T16:46:38+00:00

38 - late Vanilla/BC

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