Two steps forward, 100 steps back.

This past weekend has been one of joy and sadness for us here at the Fandads.  It's strange to see how the internet reacts to those that are trying to do good in their lives and to those that just speak from the heart.  In all honesty, this weekend has really shaken me up that I stayed offline most of the weekend to just enjoy time with my family.

Over the weekend two of my fellow bloggers went viral: my friend Justin and my other friend...well, I'll just call him "friend" for now and explain later why I'm not saying his name. Let's first start with my friend Justin.

Back to School with Han Solo and Previews. #ad

The first day of school is coming up and imagine the looks your child  (or you, not judging) get when you step up with this Previews Exclusive Carbonite Han Solo Backbuddy.  The only thing you have to worry about is Jabba or his henchmen trying to capture you for stealing his prize possession.

               

This PX Carbonite Han Solo Backbuddy will be available in the September issue of Previews and is currently available for pre-order now.  Check out the info below to see how you can get yours. 

Never Go Solo with a PREVIEWS Exclusive Back Buddy

(BALTIMORE, MD) – ()-Make sure your bounty to Jabba the Hutt is secure with a PREVIEWS exclusive Carbonite Han Solo back buddy by Comic Images. The exclusive backpack is available to pre-order from the September PREVIEWS catalog and will be available to purchase from comic book specialty shops in late October.  

Secure your things in carbonite with this zip-up plush backpack, which features the likeness of Han Solo pushing against his prison. The backpack also features side panels reminiscent of the gauges and meters on the side of Han’s carbonite block in Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Keep your keys, wallet, books and other valuables in perfect hibernation in the single zip-up pouch, and keep your bounty close to you using the adjustable straps.

This unique book bag can be purchased for $44.95 using item code SEP152514 at your local comic book shop. Find a comic shop near you at www.comicshoplocator.com to get a Han of your own!

So what are you waiting for? Click the link and order yours today before Boba Fett comes knocking on your door.

Wizard World invades Chicago Part 1

(Disclaimer: The Fandads were provided with a press pass by Wizard World for the weekend, all words and opinions are our own.)

Wizard World Chicago 2015 has come and gone and it was a pretty good con this year.  Like with many cons there were a few hiccups here and there, but Wizard World was a fun time for this fan.

Staying on the Road with Quaker State. #CambioConfiable #CollectiveBias #ad

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CambioConfiable #CollectiveBias

The first car that I ever had was the family car; it was a small Chevrolet Chevette. Everyone in my family learned to drive in that car. My mother, my sisters, my cousins and eventually I, myself, learned to drive with that car.  My dad and I spent many hours working together on that car to keep it going and it was because of him that I learned how to work on my own cars. I wish I had a good picture of that car, but that was before camera phones, so I had to find a picture of it online. 

Hanging out at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago. #Sponsored

(Disclaimer: The Fandads were compensated with a gift card and dinner for this post. All words and opinions are our own and if given the chance we would have moved into the candy store that you will read about later on.)

When I was younger I hated going to shopping malls. I hated the experience of going to the trendy stores and having a sales associate trying to sell me the "in" clothes and my parents shooting down all  of their suggestions. There was just something about malls I did not like, I mean I like shopping, but I don't like crowds sometimes.

Well, that was then and nowadays I kind of enjoy malls. I enjoy the people watching and getting a good deal on something that I'm looking for. Also, having kids makes going to the mall a fun and interesting experience. How many of you have had a child have a major breakdown while standing in line to buy your items? Ahh, the sweet sounds of tantrums.

Swinging away with Spider-man at the Marvel Universe Live show.

Anyone that knows me by now knows that I am a huge Spider-Man fan.  If I could be any superhero that is who I would want to be.  My love for the web-head goes back to my grammar school days and there was just something about him that I related to...minus the being bitten by a spider thing, but I saw myself in him.  

Why do I torture myself?

See that picture above? That is the only picture taken of me during the Spartan Super that I ran last weekend on August 15, 2015.  While I may look like I'm doing good in that picture, things did not turn out that way. Look at me. I'm covered in mud. I look out of breath and I could probably pass out at any minute, so why do I do this to myself?