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What I used for Every Science Project – Kenner’s Iconic Girder and Panel Building Sets

If you were a kid in the 70s or 80s, you probably remember Kenner’s iconic Girder and Panel building sets. These classic toys consisted of plastic girders, panels, wheels and other parts that could be slotted together to construct elaborate imaginative structures.

In their heyday, Girder and Panel sets were a hugely popular toy, advertised on TV and allowing kids an engaging, open-ended building experience. But by the mid-80s, the sets were discontinued as video games and Lego emerged as hot new toys.

While Kenner no longer makes them, the creative spirit of Girder and Panel lives on through modern compatible pieces and building sets. In this post, we take a nostalgic look back at the history and legacy of these fondly remembered construction toys. Relive the magic of slots and beams!

Ranking David Fincher Movies

Your favorite David Fincher film reveals more about you than your astrological sign. It’s the ultimate personality test. Do you relate to the corporate backstabbing of The Social Network? Congrats, you’re a sociopath. Do Se7en’s grisly murders speak to your soul? Seek help immediately. From pretentious alpha males who worship Fight Club to sentimental grandmas…

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Wedding Highlight Films: Rachel & Julian and Megan & Jake

I’m excited to share highlights from two recent wedding films I edited for clients of my videography business, Forever Lucky Films. The first was Rachel and Julian’s wedding at the beautiful Crofter’s Green venue in East Montgomery. For their highlight film, I chose the song “All of My Days” by Alexi Murdoch to complement the…

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As The Editor, I’m Asking You To Support An Awesome Karaoke Mockumentary

As a film editor, I get excited when I come across unique and compelling projects. That’s exactly how I felt when I joined the team behind “Karaoke Support Group” – a mockumentary following six people trying to overcome their fear of singing karaoke. From the hilarious group exercises to the genuine bonding between these comedians,…

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Welcome to the Autumn in Garvin – The Oddest Town on Earth?

@christorychannel We took a trip to the charming town of Garvin, Vermont in the fall to see the leaves changing colors and experience their annual Fall Festival! There were parades marching down Main Street for Matt DemonThe highlight was seeing massive pumpkin stuck in a bridge.The fall foliage against the old buildings created such a…

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The Dreamlike Power of Hitchcock’s Iconic Redwoods Scene

Here I was born, and there I died. It was only a moment for you; you took no notice.   These immortal words reflect the cyclical nature of life, destiny, and finding meaning in it all, visibly shown with rings in a tree. They also capture the essence of some truly iconic scenes in cinema history, which…

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Finding Hidden Treasures in Kids’ Picture Books

There’s usually way more going on in kids’ picture books than just what the story is about. Many clever illustrators hide little objects and “Easter eggs” in the artwork for young readers to find! I  used to get a kick out of searching for these concealed gems with my twin sons. It’s become one of…

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Reservation Dogs – A Miracle of a Show

Reservation Dogs burst onto the scene in 2021, a new comedy series on FX created by Sterlin Harjo and Taika Waititi. On the surface, it may seem an odd show – focusing on four indigenous teenagers living on a rural Oklahoma reservation as they commit petty crimes while dreaming of escaping to the glamorous promised…

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