Friday Mailbag - 6/25/21
On Six Flags merch, the Beach Boys, and Papa's Pizza Place
Welcome to the Friday Mailbag. I hope this mailbag finds you well. We’re doing well over here. It was the last week of school/first week of summer break. Woo woo.
PAT’S eBAY CORNER
I love amusement parks, and I love amusement park merch. My park of choice is Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, IL. There are so many rides at Great America, and every year, they release like ten garments per ride, resulting in the most heinous, hilarious, dated, and delightful clothing. I already own a bunch of Six Flags merch, but as a service to my readers, I’ve picked out some hats currently being offered on the world wide web. Bid hard.
Vintage Captain’s Hat - $12
Vintage Satiny Mesh Trucker Hat - $11
Vintage Highlighter Yellow Hat - $30
Trashed American Eagle Hat - $40
White Foam Trucker Hat - $40
DON’T FORGET TO READ THIS WEEK’S STORY ON THE BEACH BOYS - AMERICA’S FINEST BAND COMPRISED ENTIRELY OF BOYS
AND NOW TO THE MAILBAG…
Loyal N.E.H. reader, Christine, asks:
“This is so typical, but since food is the great equalizer… last meal?”
Great question, Aunt Christine. I’ve written about pizza before, and guess what, I’m writing about it again. Because my last meal would definitely be a big ol’ pizza pie. And not just any pie, but a pie from Papa’s Pizza Place in the fine town of Woodridge, Illinois. Best thin crust pizza in the Chicagoland area. Gimme half cheese, half green pepper-and-onion with some Marconi giardiniera on the side. Plus a 4-pack of Daisy Cutter and a 2-liter of Coke. If I can get all this, I’ll leave the earthly plane a happy man.
Got a question? Feel free to comment on this post or e-mail me at newexperimentalhours@gmail.com. Thanks!
Just one question today, folks. Kathy and I are watching a (not very good) show on Netflix called Get Organized with The Home Edit. Did you know Khloe Kardashian appreciates an organized garage? Wow, cool. Glad we’ve watched all eight hour-long episodes.
Agreed. Pizza. All day. Any day. And on my last day. Now I need to try your favorite.