Copious Inactivity Ahead

If it's not completely apparent already, my reviews have fallen way behind. And, unfortunately, is unlikely to progress anytime soon.
My work has been giving me around 40 hours a week, which is roughly 10-15 more than usual. And, to top it off, holiday season is beginning, meaning when I'm there, it's complete chaos. I've had very little down time to relax, much-less even get in a reviewing mind-set. And if that weren't enough, our inevitable exodus back to Indiana is inching closer, meaning packing is soon upon us. We've got a lot to take care of before then, and job-hunting takes priority. As does saving money for a potential extended period of time being unemployed.

So, long story short, this blog's not going to see much action (if any) until all of this is settled and past. I greatly apologize to those who've been looking forward to my review series (and I do appreciate those of you who take the time to read my ramblings). Once at our new home, I plan to set up a more elaborate studio for the photo shoots, and I'll also be free to cover all of my MG's and other kits that have been packed away since the opening of this blog.

I'll keep you all updated as any changes occur, and hope for a smooth transition when that time comes.

Illustration by Morishita Naochika

*Whew*, Long Hiatus

Admittedly, I've been gone too long from this blog, and rightfully, you don't need to forgive me for that. September saw more traveling for me than I've seen otherwise in the last 5 years... My job (And it's stubborn clientele) haven't made things any easier. So I decided I needed a break from it all. But now I'm feeling up again and ready to review again!

With that said, the HGUC Char's Zaku review is all but done (missed some photos that needed replaced), and SHOULD be up this weekend. I've also changed my mind on the secret ones, since they weren't based on any poll, the options kinda overwhelmed me. So I'm gonna omit the rest of those and worry about them after the selected ones are completed.

Also, if the top pic wasn't a dead giveaway, I finally got the D-Arts Zero [1st Ver.]. That will also be in line for a review soon.

Intermission Stuff

While visiting our friends in Chicago, we visited one doozie of a Japanese supermarket called Mitsuwa. Inside was a grocery about half the size of a Wal-Mart Market, a small bakery with various ethnic pastries, and a huge bookstore. I saw a handful of Gundam and other merchandise, but didn't get anything since I sprung for gas for our driver (From Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL takes alot out of a car). I did see Gundam Unicorn novels 9 and 10, but would rather wait and get them all as a set.
The last part of this place was a food court with an array of places of different Japanese tastes. From sushi to burgers, I fell in love with this place when we went there. Due to time constraints and other plans that day, we only were in there for about an hour. If you're in the Chicago area, I recommend visiting this place. It has a nice clean atmosphere and seems very authentic in its setup (although not as tight as most Japanese markets tend to be).
No photos were taken there by me, but our friend sent a small care package with all the photos from our trip, along with some other goodies!

I was actually surprised to see anything like this in there, though:

Gundam Be@rbricks no.1: Gundam RX-78-2 and no.13: Char Aznable

I'm not sure what I'm going to do with them, since the last SD Gundam charm I had on my phone vanished mysteriously, and I don't want to risk these to a similar fate. Maybe I'll put them on display with my models once a permanent location comes around.
I may have to hunt down Char's Zaku and Amuro now to complete the Pilot+MS combo!

I always appreciate friends who know me well enough to know what I would like but would never venture into getting myself.

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♥ ありがとう、ケリーちゃん！♥

Also, she started a webcomic blog which you can visit here or in my blog roll. If you like comics about cats, it's pretty funny!
(No, no Gunpla. Blogger is more than just Gunpla sites, so give her a break!)

Longer Wait than Expected...

So, I hit a small wall called September. Alot's going on this month that's getting im my way much more than predicted. And to top it off, work is getting more hectic as well. Meaning I probably won't have anything up before October. *sigh*
If I get a chance, I'll have that Char's Zaku and the secret follow-up before then...
*sigh again*

Sorry.

A Little Break (UPDATE)

I'll try to get the next review up in a couple days. Thursday, I'll be going to Chicago, IL, to see some friends I haven't seen in almost 2 years. So I'll be away from my computer for a few days. Once I'm back, I'll try to have the follow-up review shortly after!

UPDATE: We're leaving earlier than originally expected, so the next review won't be up until sometime next week. Review's written just not finished implementing the photos.

Until then!