Game: The Universal Vending Machine - Page 20 - A Meeting of Minds

P'ter · Oct 26 2017, 05:16 AM

The machine delivers a note declaring that the produce will be delivered after a suitable passage of time as the seeds are now embedded in the aforementioned compost.

*Inserts the Codex Zakynthius.*

Dragon Fan · Oct 26 2017, 06:29 PM

All the secrets of the old world are revealed, However it is written in invisible ink.

" Inserts a Water Balloon "

P'ter · Oct 27 2017, 03:20 PM

The balloon returns fully kitted out for Richard Branson's first attempt to cross the Atlantic by underwater balloon, setting off from the Virgin Isles of course.

*Inserts a Gulfstream aircraft.*

Dragon Fan · Oct 27 2017, 07:33 PM

The Machine Delivers to you a pair of around the world tickets. Choose wisely whom you want to take with you.

Inserts a pair of warm earmuffs.

P'ter · Oct 28 2017, 03:28 PM

After a series of sounds worthy of a Hammer Horror Movie; the earmuffs are returned somewhat enlarged, and fitted on an Uber taxi.

*Inserts a fake Chinese 43 yen banknote.*

Dragon Fan · Oct 28 2017, 06:56 PM

Counterfeiter alert, go directly to jail, do not pass Beijing, do not collect 1329.79 Yen.

inserts a Tonka truck.

P'ter · Oct 29 2017, 01:31 PM

The machine stages a noisy Grand Autotheft type car chase -- entirely with Dinkytoys!

*Inserts a lucky horseshoe from Shergar.*

Dragon Fan · Oct 29 2017, 05:11 PM

What Luck ! the machine wins the Lottery !

Inserts a bunch of losing tickets.

P'ter · Oct 30 2017, 03:52 PM

The machine returns them as numerous bags of confetti in the shapes of lucky four-leaf clovers.

*Inserts the sheet music for "Balleilakka" from the film "Sivaji".

Dragon Fan · Oct 30 2017, 10:59 PM

In a heavy Indian accent machine informs all that " We are having technical difficulties, please try again later"

Inserts a hood ornament from a 1955 Chevy Belair nomad.

Greenrider Tresa · Oct 30 2017, 11:56 PM

An actual nomad emerges and offers you a camel ride - in exchange for your clothes.

Inserts a blue diamond.

P'ter · Oct 31 2017, 02:57 PM

The machine delivers an assortment of other gems including yellow rubies, green sapphires, red emeralds, and Pernese black diamonds.

*Inserts a picture of Anne McCaffrey.*

Dragon Fan · Oct 31 2017, 05:31 PM

Machine goes quiet for quite a while, A Display window opens and this message appears, I can not compete. I can do many things. But I can not create an entire World.

Inserts a bowl of Chocolate CoCoa puffs.

P'ter · Nov 1 2017, 05:03 AM

Machine goes quiet for quite a while, A Display window opens and this message appears, "I would rather have a bowl of porridge, thank you."

*Inserts a message saying "Sorry. No can do," & a bicycle pump.*

Dragon Fan · Nov 3 2017, 09:02 PM

Machine pumps up old car inner tubes and requests you float away down the river for a Vacation.

Inserts a stuffed one eyed Minion.

P'ter · Nov 4 2017, 03:30 PM

How despicable!

The machine delivers an inflatable Scarlet Overkill sex doll.

*Inserts a packet of sparklers.*

Dragon Fan · Nov 4 2017, 08:05 PM

Machine is alight with the wonder of sparkling light! due to the special conditions! One time only! 2 items must be inserted.

Inserts a hubcap and a little red Wagon.

P'ter · Nov 6 2017, 06:56 PM

The machine delivers a pair of large sunglasses, and a radiator mascot.

*Inserts a bag of fairy dust.*

Dragon Fan · Nov 6 2017, 09:26 PM

Hundreds of tiny fairies stream out and away to bring happy dreams to children all over the land.

Inserts Jacks magic beans.

P'ter · Nov 7 2017, 05:58 PM

The machine splits asunder as a large green shoot shoots skyward. Some 5 minutes later the machine is crushed under an enormous being landing on it bum first. You take off down the road leaving the machine to its fate.

Yet another replacement machine has to be delivered.

*Inserts a baby's dummy.*

Dragon Fan · Nov 7 2017, 07:12 PM

and unto you is delivered a Baby, Screaming and crying until the mother and father appear to claim their pride and joy !

In appreciation you enter a large donation to the Homeless children's fund.

P'ter · Nov 8 2017, 04:19 PM

The machine delivers a printed note hoping that you will donate a similar amount each month.

In appreciation you kick the machine hard. Whereupon a hatch opens and a mechanical arm hits you with a hammer.

*Inserts a bill for subsequent medical treatment.*

Dragon Fan · Nov 8 2017, 07:34 PM

Bill is paid, with much machine mumbling, an apology note is also delivered with a bit of grumbling.

In an attempt to smooth Machine > Human relations, ......Inserts a Pineapple upside down cake with Cherries!

P'ter · Nov 9 2017, 07:39 AM

The machine returns the cake up the right way sans cherries! And two dozen cupcakes made in bone china cups.

*Inserts a better sense of humour.*

Dragon Fan · Nov 9 2017, 06:24 PM

Machine beeps! sense of humor unknown!

Inserts a zip tie and 7 golf balls.

P'ter · Nov 10 2017, 04:27 PM

The machine returns the golf balls, plus Donald Trump who drives them off down the road with his wedgie. He tries to follow them but is prevented by the machine one of who's extensibles is grasping the zip-lock which is now round Donald's neck.

*Inserts a CFP franc from the Isles Wallis et Futuna."

Dragon Fan · Nov 10 2017, 06:52 PM

Money, Money, Money, pay the bills !

Inserts a box of tissues.

Greenrider Tresa · Nov 10 2017, 10:39 PM

A guide to Hallmark's Fall lineup comes out.

*Inserts a dragonfly in amber*

vyon · Nov 11 2017, 03:39 AM

It comes out beautifully set as the centrepiece of an amber necklace.

Inserts three red Anzac poppies and an Armistice Day commemoration programme.

P'ter · Nov 11 2017, 03:36 PM

The machine "delivers" Binyon's For the Fallen to an intricate Gregorian Chant.

*Inserts an excerpt from X-factor.*

Dragon Fan · Nov 11 2017, 07:47 PM

The BONG of a giant Gong is heard from the Machine! Then an Apology, Sorry, Wrong show.

Inserts a framed photo of Chuck Barris.

P'ter · Nov 12 2017, 10:16 AM

The machine delivers a one-way air ticket to East Berlin, and a silenced Colt automatic with no ammunition.

*Inserts a signed photo of Ralph Reader.*

Dragon Fan · Nov 13 2017, 06:20 PM

Machine delivers a scouting program.

Inserts a Walking stick.

P'ter · Nov 14 2017, 05:09 PM

The machine delivers it back, along with a ball and Charlie Chaplin on rollerskates reading a mimeogrphed paper containing the rules for playing street hockey.

*Inserts a small bowler hat.*

Dragon Fan · Nov 14 2017, 07:53 PM

Out pops a small bowler that looks like Stan Hardy. He wanders off looking for pins to knock down.

Inserts an Empty peanut can.

P'ter · Nov 15 2017, 05:36 PM

The machine delivers Linus and Lucy van Pelt who dance off singing "We're looking for a piano" from Julian Slade's "Salad Days".

*Inserts a section of Babbage's Calculation Engine.*

Dragon Fan · Nov 15 2017, 06:28 PM

Machine gives no response, keeps flashing " analyzing " on a small screen.

Inserts a box of Kleenex Tissues.

P'ter · Nov 17 2017, 04:48 PM

There is a series of minor explosions. The machine then delivers an empty tissue box . . . . . . and a large plastic bag containing all the used tissues now dripping with engine oil and hydraulic fluid.

*Inserts a first edition of the first issue of "Astoundings".*

Dragon Fan · Nov 18 2017, 05:54 PM

The machine purrs in contentment.

Inserts a bottle of Irish mist.

vyon · Nov 19 2017, 05:58 AM

The entire cast of "Riverdance" dances out and down the road, followed by their stage crew.

Inserts the Beehive, complete with politicians.

Oct 26 2017, 05:16 AM	#761
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The machine delivers a note declaring that the produce will be delivered after a suitable passage of time as the seeds are now embedded in the aforementioned compost. Inserts the Codex Zakynthius. __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Oct 26 2017, 06:29 PM	#762
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine All the secrets of the old world are revealed, However it is written in invisible ink. " Inserts a Water Balloon " __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Oct 27 2017, 03:20 PM	#763
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The balloon returns fully kitted out for Richard Branson's first attempt to cross the Atlantic by underwater balloon, setting off from the Virgin Isles of course. Inserts a Gulfstream aircraft. __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Oct 27 2017, 07:33 PM	#764
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The Machine Delivers to you a pair of around the world tickets. Choose wisely whom you want to take with you. Inserts a pair of warm earmuffs. __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Oct 28 2017, 03:28 PM	#765
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine After a series of sounds worthy of a Hammer Horror Movie; the earmuffs are returned somewhat enlarged, and fitted on an Uber taxi. Inserts a fake Chinese 43 yen banknote. __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Oct 28 2017, 06:56 PM	#766
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine Counterfeiter alert, go directly to jail, do not pass Beijing, do not collect 1329.79 Yen. inserts a Tonka truck. __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Oct 29 2017, 01:31 PM	#767
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The machine stages a noisy Grand Autotheft type car chase -- entirely with Dinkytoys! Inserts a lucky horseshoe from Shergar. __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Oct 29 2017, 05:11 PM	#768
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine What Luck ! the machine wins the Lottery ! Inserts a bunch of losing tickets. __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Oct 30 2017, 03:52 PM	#769
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The machine returns them as numerous bags of confetti in the shapes of lucky four-leaf clovers. *Inserts the sheet music for "Balleilakka" from the film "Sivaji". __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Oct 30 2017, 10:59 PM	#770
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine In a heavy Indian accent machine informs all that " We are having technical difficulties, please try again later" Inserts a hood ornament from a 1955 Chevy Belair nomad. __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Oct 30 2017, 11:56 PM	#771
Greenrider Tresa The Contrary Planetary Brain Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Northern Indiana Gender: F Fan of: The Ship Who Searched Now Reading: The Calhoun Collection, Nora Roberts	Re: The Universal Vending Machine An actual nomad emerges and offers you a camel ride - in exchange for your clothes. Inserts a blue diamond. __________________ Thinking, understanding, reasoning, willing, call not these Soul! They are its actions, but they are not its essence. Akhenaton? (c. B.C. 1375) Egyptian King and Monotheist

Oct 31 2017, 02:57 PM	#772
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The machine delivers an assortment of other gems including yellow rubies, green sapphires, red emeralds, and Pernese black diamonds. Inserts a picture of Anne McCaffrey. __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Oct 31 2017, 05:31 PM	#773
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine Machine goes quiet for quite a while, A Display window opens and this message appears, I can not compete. I can do many things. But I can not create an entire World. Inserts a bowl of Chocolate CoCoa puffs. __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Nov 1 2017, 05:03 AM	#774
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine Machine goes quiet for quite a while, A Display window opens and this message appears, "I would rather have a bowl of porridge, thank you." Inserts a message saying "Sorry. No can do," & a bicycle pump. __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Nov 3 2017, 09:02 PM	#775
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine Machine pumps up old car inner tubes and requests you float away down the river for a Vacation. Inserts a stuffed one eyed Minion. __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Nov 4 2017, 03:30 PM	#776
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine How despicable! The machine delivers an inflatable Scarlet Overkill sex doll. Inserts a packet of sparklers. __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Nov 4 2017, 08:05 PM	#777
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine Machine is alight with the wonder of sparkling light! due to the special conditions! One time only! 2 items must be inserted. Inserts a hubcap and a little red Wagon. __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Nov 6 2017, 06:56 PM	#778
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The machine delivers a pair of large sunglasses, and a radiator mascot. Inserts a bag of fairy dust. __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Nov 6 2017, 09:26 PM	#779
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine Hundreds of tiny fairies stream out and away to bring happy dreams to children all over the land. Inserts Jacks magic beans. __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Nov 7 2017, 05:58 PM	#780
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The machine splits asunder as a large green shoot shoots skyward. Some 5 minutes later the machine is crushed under an enormous being landing on it bum first. You take off down the road leaving the machine to its fate. Yet another replacement machine has to be delivered. Inserts a baby's dummy. __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Nov 7 2017, 07:12 PM	#781
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine and unto you is delivered a Baby, Screaming and crying until the mother and father appear to claim their pride and joy ! In appreciation you enter a large donation to the Homeless children's fund. __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Nov 8 2017, 04:19 PM	#782
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The machine delivers a printed note hoping that you will donate a similar amount each month. In appreciation you kick the machine hard. Whereupon a hatch opens and a mechanical arm hits you with a hammer. Inserts a bill for subsequent medical treatment. __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Nov 8 2017, 07:34 PM	#783
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine Bill is paid, with much machine mumbling, an apology note is also delivered with a bit of grumbling. In an attempt to smooth Machine > Human relations, ......Inserts a Pineapple upside down cake with Cherries! __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Nov 9 2017, 07:39 AM	#784
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The machine returns the cake up the right way sans cherries! And two dozen cupcakes made in bone china cups. Inserts a better sense of humour. __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Nov 9 2017, 06:24 PM	#785
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine Machine beeps! sense of humor unknown! Inserts a zip tie and 7 golf balls. __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Nov 10 2017, 04:27 PM	#786
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The machine returns the golf balls, plus Donald Trump who drives them off down the road with his wedgie. He tries to follow them but is prevented by the machine one of who's extensibles is grasping the zip-lock which is now round Donald's neck. *Inserts a CFP franc from the Isles Wallis et Futuna." __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Nov 10 2017, 06:52 PM	#787
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine Money, Money, Money, pay the bills ! Inserts a box of tissues. __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Nov 10 2017, 10:39 PM	#788
Greenrider Tresa The Contrary Planetary Brain Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Northern Indiana Gender: F Fan of: The Ship Who Searched Now Reading: The Calhoun Collection, Nora Roberts	Re: The Universal Vending Machine A guide to Hallmark's Fall lineup comes out. Inserts a dragonfly in amber __________________ Thinking, understanding, reasoning, willing, call not these Soul! They are its actions, but they are not its essence. Akhenaton? (c. B.C. 1375) Egyptian King and Monotheist

Nov 11 2017, 03:39 AM	#789
vyon Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Wellington, New Zealand Gender: F Fan of: Harper Hall	Re: The Universal Vending Machine It comes out beautifully set as the centrepiece of an amber necklace. Inserts three red Anzac poppies and an Armistice Day commemoration programme.

Nov 11 2017, 03:36 PM	#790
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The machine "delivers" Binyon's For the Fallen to an intricate Gregorian Chant. Inserts an excerpt from X-factor. __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Nov 11 2017, 07:47 PM	#791
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The BONG of a giant Gong is heard from the Machine! Then an Apology, Sorry, Wrong show. Inserts a framed photo of Chuck Barris. __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Nov 12 2017, 10:16 AM	#792
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The machine delivers a one-way air ticket to East Berlin, and a silenced Colt automatic with no ammunition. Inserts a signed photo of Ralph Reader. __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Nov 13 2017, 06:20 PM	#793
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine Machine delivers a scouting program. Inserts a Walking stick. __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"

Nov 14 2017, 05:09 PM	#794
P'ter Crafter Craftmaster Join Date: May 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Gender: M Fan of: Favorite? Now Reading: avidly	Re: The Universal Vending Machine The machine delivers it back, along with a ball and Charlie Chaplin on rollerskates reading a mimeogrphed paper containing the rules for playing street hockey. Inserts a small bowler hat. __________________ "Truth is stranger than fiction: fiction has to make sense." Leo Rosten. "When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness and the desire to be very grown up." C. S. Lewis "I find television very educational. Whenever somebody switches it on I go in the other room and read a book." (attributed to Groucho Marx) The Pedants are revolting! (against bad grammar)

Nov 14 2017, 07:53 PM	#795
Dragon Fan Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Pennsylvania Gender: M Fan of: The Smallest Dragonboy Now Reading: The Rift	Re: The Universal Vending Machine Out pops a small bowler that looks like Stan Hardy. He wanders off looking for pins to knock down. Inserts an Empty peanut can. __________________ "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven"