Mail Day: Binge drinking, Kimball style!

29 Kimballs in packs in the box, 29 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 28 Kimballs in packs in the box!

28 Kimballs in packs in the box, 28 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 27 Kimballs in packs in the box!

27 Kimballs in packs in the box, 27 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 26 Kimballs in packs in the box!

26 Kimballs in packs in the box, 26 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 25 Kimballs in packs in the box!

25 Kimballs in packs in the box, 25 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 24 Kimballs in packs in the box!

24 Kimballs in packs in the box, 24 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 23 Kimballs in packs in the box!

23 Kimballs in packs in the box, 23 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 22 Kimballs in packs in the box!

22 Kimballs in packs in the box, 22 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 21 Kimballs in packs in the box!

21 Kimballs in packs in the box, 21 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 20 Kimballs in packs in the box!

20 Kimballs in packs in the box, 20 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 19 Kimballs in packs in the box!

19 Kimballs in packs in the box, 19 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 18 Kimballs in packs in the box!

18 Kimballs in packs in the box, 18 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 17 Kimballs in packs in the box!

17 Kimballs in packs in the box, 17 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 16 Kimballs in packs in the box!

16 Kimballs in packs in the box, 16 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 15 Kimballs in packs in the box!

15 Kimballs in packs in the box, 15 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 14 Kimballs in packs in the box!

14 Kimballs in packs in the box, 14 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 13 Kimballs in packs in the box!

13 Kimballs in packs in the box, 13 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 12 Kimballs in packs in the box!

12 Kimballs in packs in the box, 12 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 11 Kimballs in packs in the box!

11 Kimballs in packs in the box, 11 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 10 Kimballs in packs in the box!

10 Kimballs in packs in the box, 10 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 9 Kimballs in packs in the box!

9 Kimballs in packs in the box, 9 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 8 Kimballs in packs in the box!

8 Kimballs in packs in the box, 8 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 7 Kimballs in packs in the box!

7 Kimballs in packs in the box, 7 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 6 Kimballs in packs in the box!

6 Kimballs in packs in the box, 6 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 5 Kimballs in packs in the box!

5 Kimballs in packs in the box, 5 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 4 Kimballs in packs in the box!

4 Kimballs in packs in the box, 4 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 3 Kimballs in packs in the box!

3 Kimballs in packs in the box, 3 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 2 Kimballs in packs in the box!

2 Kimballs in packs in the box, 2 Kimballs in packs...

 Take one down, pass it around, 1 Kimball in packs in the box!

1 Kimball in packs in the box, 1 Kimball in packs...

Take it down, pass it around, no more Kimballs in packs in the box!

Now wasn't that fun? You bet your mother's annual salary in Euros it was!

Topps Diamond Giveaway Site - Update with a RYNO of a good pull!

It seems like the downtime did some good for Topps's Diamond Giveaway site. Perhaps they moved it to a new server, or replaced parts on the old one that were causing problems. Maybe they rewrote the code so the site is more efficient. Or perhaps, collectors had given up for a while on the site. Logging in around 1:30 AM Sunday morning, the site ran as fast as it ever has, and I have 112 offers for my cards - about the same quantity as I had before the site went down. They might be the same offers as before. Within a week, we'll have a good idea about how the site is really functioning.

That said, I need five more codes to reach 45 rings. I don't care about the cards, and I believe once I reach 45 rings and have the set shipped to me, all my cards are shipped for free. Can someone please verify this?

If this is true, and you have codes to enter, I'd love to take them off your hands. I'll let you know what cards I unlock and I'll be sure to forward them on to you if you want delivery (or I'll trade them to you), just so I can get that silly Diamond Anniversary set with the super-cool extra foil stamping!

Speaking of entering codes, I haven't really updated you on the ten codes I entered so far since Update has been released. Here are the cards I thought enough of to screen-capture (I missed one).

 Hrm. Vintage 1970s is acceptable. If I had to pay for it, I wouldn't request delivery though.

 Likewise with the 1980s stuff. Joey's Mc-Laughin at me.

 Another 1976? I wonder if I was smart about trading my cards, if I could somehow accumulate an entire 1976 set through the Diamond Giveaway site.

 1982 again? What is UP with THAT?!

 Wow! Now that's the ticket! You wouldn't believe the number of offers I've had for this card. People are offering me all sorts of stacks of cards, including offers of 1953 cards. I will gladly trade Ryno here away for any black diamond die-cut, though - player doesn't matter.

 Okay! Back to back greatness! It's probably the weakest 1950s Topps set, but it's 1950s!

 And then, the not-Jr! In super-awesome 1975ness!

 Aw, okay, that couldn't last forever.

And let's end on a weak note - yet another 1982. I wonder if Topps bought back a big lot of 1976 and 1982 cards right before Update was released.

Again, I need five more code cards. All I care about are the rings, so you're welcome to any of the cards I unlock. I'll even toss in some of these 1980s beauties, if I don't have to pay for delivery. I also want a black diamond die cut of any player. If you have one to offer, talk to me. I have regular die-cuts of:

• Marlon Byrd
• Martin Prado
• Heath Bell
• Jered Weaver
• and of course, Ryne Sandberg

I need at least one for my type collection, but I'll entertain offers for a black die-cut! 

Trade with Ryan L: What's in a name?

Did you miss the announcement of my CLEARANCE? Pick up multiple teams for an awesome deal! There are plenty left, including several big teams and a big stack of football cards!

It's Friday, Friday, gotta show trades on Friday...

Oh dear. This medication has gone to my head.

You see, I've caught a little cold in the past day - don't worry, I'm not sneezing on your cards, or even handling them - and I took some generic Robitussin type of pill. It appears to be doing the trick tonight (remember, I write around midnight, for a 3AM local-time post), but it seems to have some after-effects. I was typing earlier, and what should have been Goudey came out "gppdey" and it took two more tries to get it right. And when I finally had the energy and motivation to scan some cards, I couldn't help but think even more-goofy thoughts than usual.

"What will I do with these cards in a post?" I asked myself.

"Well, this stack came from reader Ryan L. We share a first name, so why not see who shares names with the guys on these cards?"

So here you go.

 I know exactly who to start this out!

Candace Cameron! I enjoyed Full House almost as much as my neighbor/best friend did, but I preferred middle sister Stephanie. DJ was older than I was and I didn't relate. Stephanie had problems that I had. At least, problems that a guy her age could have.

 Well, the easy answer to Brayan Villarreal is Oscar Villareal. I don't believe there's a relation. But that's too easy. I'm going with J.R. who had a part in Akeelah and the Bee.

I've never seen the movie, and I have no idea who J.R. is. I'm just that committed to my research.

 Gene Tenace, hrm. (Awesome, a 1973 set need!) What famous actor has the first name Gene?

Gene Autry, eat your heart out. Wilder is the Gene that matters! I still need to buy a copy of Willy Wonka on DVD before I head to Japan.

 Oh, no name here. What to do? I can work with this card.

Remember the movie You've Got Mail? With Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan? Incidentally, Meg Ryan is the oldest woman I've ever been attracted to, I think. At least, back when she was in movies like this and Sleepless in Seattle.

 This is getting tougher.

 The city of Boston was founded in 1630.

Rachel Boston was born in 1982. She was 1999 Miss Tennessee Teen USA, whatever that means. If you watched American Dreams, she was Beth Pryor. You might have seen her in small parts on several other TV shows.

 Bill Mazeroski is good to see after those cards without people named.

While they were made on a budget of basically $0, the Mr. Bill Show episodes from SNL were pretty fun!

Let's finish off strong.

Well, as strong as I can think of. Sure, there are plenty of Joes and Morgans, and I probably could have gone with Morgan Freeman. But I don't think I can afford to have him voice over this post (how cool would that be?), so X-Play host Morgan Webb gets the spot. Besides, she's cute and in a nice dress. Yeah.

Ryan did a great job of hitting several of my want lists. My 2011 Topps set is approaching completion, as is my Historical Moments subset. The 1973 set won't be done anytime soon, but every little card helps. And my awards endeavor is just a litle bit more complete.

Thanks Ryan! I haven't mailed your package yet. I'll be doing my best to get to the post office Friday (I guess that's today)!

Goofy video of the day:

I don't know what to say about that, other than it's somewhat humorous. Not as good as the Cat Lady.