2019 Topps Chrome Update!

You may remember that the Easter Bunny was good to me this year, bringing plenty of card packs for me to open. I'm still working my way through the boxes. I thought I'd continue to share them with you because, well, some of you might like it.

We'll continue with the next box, a second box of 2019 Topps Chrome Update!

I'm sure you've all seen plenty of this set by now. But, you can always skip over this. Right?

So...here are the highlights...

And, by "highlight" I mean "picture of unopened box".

Of course, the goal of opening any box of Chrome Update is to get an autograph of one of the stud rookies. The Blue Jays have a trio of phenoms making their way to the team. So, imagine how thrilled I was to get this autograph of...not one of them. On the other hhand, Luciano is still incredibly young. So, maybe...

The goal of opening a box is never, I imagine, to get a RC of Darwinzon Hernandez. But, I beat the odds.

And that's it for the box. Can't complain about a rookie auto. Especially since he's young enough to not be a bust. So, stay tuned to see just how good this break was in the long run.

How did you do?

1975 Topps Page by Page: Page 29 (253-261)

I'm sure that you all remember that I finally completed my 1975 Topps set. 

Now that it's done I thought it would be fun to look through the set and talk about it. Going page by page seemed like a good way to go about it. Hopefully you find it interesting to read what I have to say.

How about we continue with page 29?

Red Sox Cards on the Page:  1. Dewey!

Cards that make the 1975 Topps set cool: Ooh, lots of stuff here. Checklist cards are cool. Young cards of Hall of Famers are cool. Which you could argue whether or not Johnny Bench was "young" in 1975, it's a fantastic card. There are also two key member of the 1975 World Series, and an Alou brother! Pretty darn cool if you ask me.

My favorite card on the page: As much as I love that Bench, the Evans is the clear winner. A pre-moustached Evans posing in front of Section 36? That's a key card on any page...or in any set. (even if he's blocking most of Section 36)

What would your answers to those last two categories be?

Myrra Dvorak Visits Section 36!

Section 36 has another visitor! Myrra Dvorak is passionate about reducing plastic use, a talented singer, and the current Miss Red Rock. I was so excited that she agreed to visit with us to discuss those topics, and a few more! 

So, let's see what happens when Myrra Dvorak visits Section 36!

How did you celebrate winning the Miss Red Rock crown? 

When I won my first crown, I celebrated by eating ice cream and calling my mom to share the exciting news. 

What did you learn about yourself at the Miss Red Rock competition 

Throughout my time as Miss Red Rock, I have learned a lot about myself and what kind of mark I want to leave in the world. When I go into Miss Nevada in 2021, I like to think I will have a really good understanding of who I am and how I am going to share that with others. 

Is there a specific goal you’d like to accomplish during your time as Miss Red Rock? 

While serving as Miss Red Rock, I hope to continue sharing my passion for service with others. One way I like to stay involved in my community is by participating in the Walk to End Alzheimer's every November. It is a great way to come together with friends and family while also raising money for a great cause. This year, Miss Las Vegas and I are co-captaining a team and hope to raise $5,000 for the Alzheimer's Association. 

How did you select your social impact initiative, “Imperfect Minimalism for an Imperfect World”? 

I fell in love with my social impact when I realized how easy it really can be to reduce the amount of plastic I use on a day to day basis by thinking ahead and investing in sturdy reusable products. It brings me great joy to know that I am not only doing what I can to reduce my personal footprint, but sharing the message of sustainability with others so they can engage in mindful practices, too. 

As a talented singer, what do you enjoy about performing on stage? 

Singing on stage makes me feel powerful and free. Though public speaking gives me the absolute jitters, there is something so calming to me about singing my heart out to a song I really love and relate to. To me, it isn't about hitting the right notes or getting everything perfect; instead, it is about feeling the emotion behind the music, and I try to bring that to every piece I perform. 

What is your personal fitness routine? 

Quarantine and preparation for the Nevada Bar Exam has made my exercise routine pretty non-existent, but I always take a walk every night to make sure I get some steps in and get my blood pumping a little bit. I also stretch and do yoga to help me feel centered when preparing for a stressful day. 

If you could be a Disney character for a week, who would you choose? Why? 

If I could be a Disney character for a week, I would want to be Ariel from the Little Mermaid! My favorite place in the world is the beach and I have always dreamed of being a mermaid. 

If you had an extra ticket to a Cubs game, who would you bring with you? Why?

If I had an extra ticket to a Cubs game, I am bringing my dad, who was born and raised in Chicago, IL. After the game, we would celebrate with a classic deep-dish pizza. Yum!

Is there a feature or activity at Wrigley Field that you’d especially like to experience? 

I am a huge hot dog fan, so I would definitely be trying out the concessions before finding my seat. 

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I know I always get a Fenway Frank when I'm at a game!

As always, I want to thank Myrra for visiting with us, and for sending along the wonderful picture to go with the interview.

As Myrra continues her time as Miss Red Rock, I encourage you to check out her official Instagram account. It’s a great way to keep track of everything she has going on!

I also definitely want to wish her the best of luck whenever she competes for the Miss Nevada title. It would be wonderful to have Section 36 visitor wear that crown!

Thanks again Myrra, and good luck!

2019 Topps Update Blaster!

You may remember that the Easter Bunny was good to me this year, bringing plenty of card packs for me to open. I'm still working my way through the boxes. I thought I'd continue to share them with you because, well, some of you might like it.

We'll continue with the next box, a second box of 2019 Topps Update!

I'm sure you've all seen plenty of this set by now. But, you can always skip over this. Right?

So...here are the highlights...

OK. So, not exactly a highlight. But, it's a nice shot of a full box!

The first Red Sox! Shawaryn pitched 14 innings for the Sox in 2019, and gave up 22 earned runs.

Still waiting for Chavis to break out...but might be running out of time. He's only 25...but we'll have to stop using the word "only" pretty soon.

Always nice to get an Eovaldi. He's the Sox ace this year, and one of the few bright spots.

Not exactly bright enough to carry a box, though. This break was a tough one.

Hope you did better.

1975 Topps Page by Page: Page 28 (244-252)

  I'm sure that you all remember that I finally completed my 1975 Topps set. 

Now that it's done I thought it would be fun to look through the set and talk about it. Going page by page seemed like a good way to go about it. Hopefully you find it interesting to read what I have to say.

How about we continue with page 28?

Red Sox Cards on the Page:  0. No Sox, but there is a...well...you know.

Cards that make the 1975 Topps set cool: Team cards are cool. And, while Bill Buckner isn't a Hall of Famer, it is an early card of someone with a pretty long and memorable career.

My favorite card on the page: Either the Buckner or Lolich. Both players had long careers that were star-worthy. Probably give the edge to Lolich with the appearance of his warm up jacket.

What would your answers to those last two categories be?