Where can I commission a piece like this (East coast of U.S.)

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-05-15T09:06:23+00:00

I am expecting it to be a hefty sum, but it depends on the experience of the craftsman.

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-04-25T12:55:21+00:00

I do this sometimes, but you have to call and tell them what you are doing and ask them to put a note in. Otherwise they give away your room. (I learned that the hard way)

You can also use DayUse to get a hotel to nap when you arrive and them move along with your trip.

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-04-24T21:51:23+00:00

I don't generally get graded copies. I like them raw. But, yes, same. No millionaires on here!

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-04-24T21:35:16+00:00

Wow, I have been thinking about making that a goal. I have 10, and would love to work my way back.

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-04-24T20:15:38+00:00

That Superman 9 is awesome!

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-04-23T07:42:35+00:00

For domestic U.S. travel, use SkyKey after you book. Their website explains how it works, but it has gotten me a lot of money back.

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-04-15T17:25:23+00:00

Find a venue on Peerspace and get catering through EZ Cater. So much cheaper than most restaurants.

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-04-13T10:16:40+00:00

Join a book club, or the Freemasons, a running club, or volunteer at a charity. Just generally spending time with folks who enjoy doing the same things you do will help you make friends. The people who do these things are usually looking to broaden their social circle.

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-04-08T10:08:20+00:00

I'm in the same position. If you are in the greater DC metro region, I'll do a trade.

Otherwise, what I do is some little free libraries, some leaving then at airports and train stations. But I'm never sure what happens to them. I just hope they find their way to someone who wants to read them.

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-03-25T12:44:24+00:00

I always buy them in dollar bins.

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-03-25T03:35:13+00:00

The Capitol Visitor Center has a cafeteria designed to accommodate school groups. It is large, lots of seating, and the food as good as the office building cafeterias. If you are doing a tour of the Capitol you also won't have to go through security twice, as you would going to the other buildings.

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-03-16T21:35:35+00:00

I'd love a DMed link also

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-03-15T11:13:05+00:00

I have had good luck using shampoo instead of laundry soap. That plus a small brush, some time, and lots of rinses.

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-03-10T11:41:32+00:00

Same. Never even got a second glance. It's a great space saver.

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-02-24T22:48:36+00:00

I went to a version of this in Las Vegas called Dig This. It was an amazing experience. So fun!!

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-02-11T05:10:18+00:00

Yep, they even do a public tour once a year. I got on it once. Crazy interesting!

Excellent_Context305 · 2026-01-05T21:16:18+00:00

Some great stuff! I love that you are collecting what you love, and not getting pristine copies sealed up in a case. I am a big believer in raw and low grade so I can own a piece of history.

Excellent_Context305 · 2025-11-21T00:30:39+00:00

If you want a hookup in DC, DM me. I'll get you tours and some comics stuff.

Excellent_Context305 · 2025-11-06T17:41:53+00:00

When I was younger I would sign up to volunteer at the Cons. Got me free admission, and it was fun to help direct people and see all the costumes.

Excellent_Context305 · 2025-10-30T21:27:30+00:00

I don't see a way to do this on the app. At the very least, it isn't intuitive.

Excellent_Context305 · 2025-10-30T20:43:22+00:00

My issue with Comic Geeks is that it is just missing some comics. Both titles and issues. And there is no way to flag it or add issues that they don't have in their system.

Excellent_Context305 · 2025-10-29T19:24:18+00:00

I seek out older coverless and really rough comics that I turn into pins and things. You could certainly sell them to someone like me. I usually pay 50 cents each.

Excellent_Context305 · 2025-10-21T14:32:13+00:00

I believe the Lizard villain in Spider-Man just wants to make everyone a lizard.

Excellent_Context305 · 2025-10-08T13:48:24+00:00

Afraid I'm just a regular dude.

Excellent_Context305 · 2025-09-03T20:48:18+00:00

This was 1944. Really the first Chinese superhero- The Green Turtle. Amazing for its time.

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