Your dream room sounds great. But for some real-world gift ideas, check out
the buyer's guide on my web site:
http://news.computercollector.com -- click
where it says "Click here" (intuitive, huh?)...
-----Original Message-----
From: cctalk-bounces at
classiccmp.org [mailto:cctalk-bounces at
classiccmp.org]
On Behalf Of McFadden, Mike
Sent: Tuesday, March 29, 2005 4:06 PM
To: cctalk at
classiccmp.org
Subject: Birthday gifts for the computer collector
My wife has made the mistake of asking me what I wanted for my birthday.
Most of the suggestions I could make she wouldn't be able to understand or
find. This led me onto a thought process about the ideal "computer play
area".
Insulated 20' X 20' room
one wall entirely covered in shelving
raised floor
extreme airconditioning
oversized chair with U-shaped table for work area power strips everywhere
tools for anything phone to call and order more "stuff"
refrig for food and drink
no need to sleep
Enough money to buy any classic computer I desired and no interruptions for
work or chores.
These were the last thoughts I had as I drifted off to sleep. Maybe I'll
work on this dream a little more tonight.
I've heard that some prisoners develop an alternate world with activities
that keep them sane.
Mike