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8 yrs post 30k legal battle, WI Wallaby guy obtains proper permits to own Zebra... (2 Viewers)

Neighbor asked me if I was "morally" ok with keeping it as a pet. As long as it gets exercise, I really don't see what the problem is. I'm really hesitant with taking him outside unleashed at this point because he is still a bit skittish. Hopefully I'll be able to test him a bit by the end of the summer.

These things are basically giant rats in the wild, correct? Is a full food dish and a house to roam around in adequate to the wild? I'm sure some of us have different opinions on this. I'm actually surprised I haven't got much flack in here so far, even for the sake of argument.
Why give you flack? All the research says they can become great pets. People being ignorant on Wallabys as pets doesn't change the fact that if raised right they make great pets.
:lmao: No, no it doesn't.
I haven't found much negative on them in my research, especially with it being a bottle baby. Kind of wish there was a "Wallabies for Dummies" book available though.
 
Neighbor asked me if I was "morally" ok with keeping it as a pet. As long as it gets exercise, I really don't see what the problem is. I'm really hesitant with taking him outside unleashed at this point because he is still a bit skittish. Hopefully I'll be able to test him a bit by the end of the summer.

These things are basically giant rats in the wild, correct? Is a full food dish and a house to roam around in adequate to the wild? I'm sure some of us have different opinions on this. I'm actually surprised I haven't got much flack in here so far, even for the sake of argument.
Why give you flack? All the research says they can become great pets. People being ignorant on Wallabys as pets doesn't change the fact that if raised right they make great pets.
:lmao: No, no it doesn't.
are you an expert in this field? share the research. I'm sure most of us would be interested to see what you're talking about.
 
'hooter311 said:
If you guys are watching all the video's, this one is good for laughs:My buddy woke up to find another buddy in his basement cleaning up puke with a sweatshirt at about 3:30am. Camera rolls and hilarity ensues...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4rzvZSUGvY&feature=relmfu
Sound goes out 20-30 seconds in for me.
 
'hooter311 said:
If you guys are watching all the video's, this one is good for laughs:

My buddy woke up to find another buddy in his basement cleaning up puke with a sweatshirt at about 3:30am. Camera rolls and hilarity ensues...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4rzvZSUGvY&feature=relmfu
No hijacks, please. Lets stick to wallaby vids. TIA
Neighbor asked me if I was "morally" ok with keeping it as a pet. As long as it gets exercise, I really don't see what the problem is. I'm really hesitant with taking him outside unleashed at this point because he is still a bit skittish. Hopefully I'll be able to test him a bit by the end of the summer.

These things are basically giant rats in the wild, correct? Is a full food dish and a house to roam around in adequate to the wild? I'm sure some of us have different opinions on this. I'm actually surprised I haven't got much flack in here so far, even for the sake of argument.
That's a good question and one that might take this thread away from the total awesomeness that it is.As long as the roadside zoo isn't some sort of wallaby "puppy mill", I have no problem with you keeping him as a pet. It's not like you can release him into the wild, or ship him back to Australia or New Zealand. I doubt that even a legitimate zoo would take him in.

I like what you mentioned earlier about finding a more rural home. I would think it would be nice if he had more space for when he gets older.

What I don't want to see is a thread titled "I had to give the wallaby up to the humane society".
I think any legit zoo would take him if it got to the point where you couldnt handle him. Being nonindigenous to the US and with a cuteness factor off the charts, he would be an instant rock star at any zoo here.
 
Neighbor asked me if I was "morally" ok with keeping it as a pet. As long as it gets exercise, I really don't see what the problem is. I'm really hesitant with taking him outside unleashed at this point because he is still a bit skittish. Hopefully I'll be able to test him a bit by the end of the summer.

These things are basically giant rats in the wild, correct? Is a full food dish and a house to roam around in adequate to the wild? I'm sure some of us have different opinions on this. I'm actually surprised I haven't got much flack in here so far, even for the sake of argument.
Why give you flack? All the research says they can become great pets. People being ignorant on Wallabys as pets doesn't change the fact that if raised right they make great pets.
:lmao: No, no it doesn't.
are you an expert in this field? share the research. I'm sure most of us would be interested to see what you're talking about.
No, no I'm not. I didn't realize that this thread was only for experts in the field.
 
No, no I'm not. I didn't realize that this thread was only for experts in the field.
it's not. but you're laughing at people who say that the research says one thing and hinting that you have a lot of other knowledge which would discredit that statement.I think hooter (and some of us as well) would like to know what you're referring to. I've done literally zero research on the topic so I don't know whether you're right or not. Just don't get the :lmao: response without backing it up.
 
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No, no I'm not. I didn't realize that this thread was only for experts in the field.
it's not. but you're laughing at people who say that the research says one thing and hinting that you have a lot of other knowledge which would discredit that statement.I think hooter (and some of us as well) would like to know what you're referring to. I've done literally zero research on the topic so I don't know whether you're right or not. Just don't get the :lmao: response without backing it up.
:shrug: Took me 3 minutes.

My link 1

My link 2

My link 3 (PDF)

My link 4

 
No, no I'm not. I didn't realize that this thread was only for experts in the field.
it's not. but you're laughing at people who say that the research says one thing and hinting that you have a lot of other knowledge which would discredit that statement.I think hooter (and some of us as well) would like to know what you're referring to. I've done literally zero research on the topic so I don't know whether you're right or not. Just don't get the :lmao: response without backing it up.
:shrug: Took me 3 minutes.

My link 1

My link 2

My link 3 (PDF)

My link 4
Can you two take your ###### party elsewhere, thanks. Eta: gotta love that fbg filter. Vag is censored, yet is the only acceptable word to call the feminine nether regions.

 
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No, no I'm not. I didn't realize that this thread was only for experts in the field.
it's not. but you're laughing at people who say that the research says one thing and hinting that you have a lot of other knowledge which would discredit that statement.I think hooter (and some of us as well) would like to know what you're referring to. I've done literally zero research on the topic so I don't know whether you're right or not. Just don't get the :lmao: response without backing it up.
:shrug: Took me 3 minutes.
this guy has a water buffalo already and said he's moving to the country. the first link talks about people keeping these pets inside an apartment.I didn't think they were kept as pets in general though. Some good info in the other links.
 
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no idea if this guy knows what he's talking about or not.http://voices.yahoo.com/wallaby-pet-down-under-259812.html

Bennett's Wallaby is the larger one and makes the better pet. It can get up to 50 pounds and is active during the day. Also, they can handle a more diverse climate even the cold weather of the northern United States and parts of Canada. In fact, they are more susceptible to heat stress than the cold winters. One last thing is the Bennett's Wallaby shows more affection.The Tammar Wallaby is much smaller weighing 12-18 pounds. They are more nervous and active primarily at night. Even with this smaller size, they need to be kept outside.Wallabies can be house trained, but should be kept outside most of the time. They like to get into things, jump into beds and on top of tables. Also, since Wallabies are grazers, it might decide to eat the carpet.Baby Wallabies are called Joeys. They live in the pouch for 6-9 months. They can be taken from the pouch after 6 months. They would need to be bottle fed with puppy esbilac formula. Bottle-fed joeys are more tamed. They will follow their owner around and decide to become a lap Wallaby.Wallabies have delicate digestive systems. They are herbivores in the wild and eat grass, hay and fruit. There is a special food called "Hoppers" than many feed them in captivity. Adding a Vitamin E supplement is recommended for best health. Don't feed them vegetables such as cabbage and broccoli. It will give them a stomachache and gas. Wallabies also need tree branches to keep their teeth and gums in good condition. One last thing, there food must be fresh. Moldy food will kill a Wallaby.Males get larger than female and may have to be neutered if they are too aggressive. Owners don't like to neuter males because they are profitable to breed. Wallabies can live 10-15 years and will continue to grow the first four or five years.Wallabies do best kept outside with a fence at least 6 feet high. They won't dig, but if you leave an opening at the bottom, they will sneak out.Wallabies can be a wonderful exotic animal if you have the space and the time to interact with them. However, they are not like cats and dogs in their interaction with you.
http://www.petplace.com/small-mammals/unusual-pets-wallabies/page1.aspx
Native to Australia, wallabies can make great pets if you raise them properly and "wallaby-proof" your home. For the first year they should remain in the home. Afterwards, they need a rather large play area – 50 by 50 feet of hopping room, surrounded by a large, sturdy fence.Wallabies can be trained to live indoors, but beware: These affectionate, playful creatures have the ability to open cupboards, jump on counters and other high places. They are known to enjoy taking a bath with human owners and may turn the bedroom into his or her sleeping quarters, if not properly trained.Young wallabies are called joeys, and both males and females will want to play-box. While cute when they're young and small, this behavior can grow into an obnoxious habit after they reach their full height of 2 ½ to 3 feet, and 30 to 40 pounds in weight. Although females lose interest in this type of play as they get older, the males love it. In fact, if you don't discourage boxing while they're young, a male wallaby will delight in pummeling you even more as he gets older.Both males and females are generally good-natured and can be taught to hop on a leash. They are very affectionate creatures; you know you're a member of the pod when one licks and grooms you.
 
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'hooter311 said:
If you guys are watching all the video's, this one is good for laughs:

My buddy woke up to find another buddy in his basement cleaning up puke with a sweatshirt at about 3:30am. Camera rolls and hilarity ensues...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4rzvZSUGvY&feature=relmfu
No hijacks, please. Lets stick to wallaby vids. TIA
Neighbor asked me if I was "morally" ok with keeping it as a pet. As long as it gets exercise, I really don't see what the problem is. I'm really hesitant with taking him outside unleashed at this point because he is still a bit skittish. Hopefully I'll be able to test him a bit by the end of the summer.

These things are basically giant rats in the wild, correct? Is a full food dish and a house to roam around in adequate to the wild? I'm sure some of us have different opinions on this. I'm actually surprised I haven't got much flack in here so far, even for the sake of argument.
That's a good question and one that might take this thread away from the total awesomeness that it is.As long as the roadside zoo isn't some sort of wallaby "puppy mill", I have no problem with you keeping him as a pet. It's not like you can release him into the wild, or ship him back to Australia or New Zealand. I doubt that even a legitimate zoo would take him in.

I like what you mentioned earlier about finding a more rural home. I would think it would be nice if he had more space for when he gets older.

What I don't want to see is a thread titled "I had to give the wallaby up to the humane society".
I think any legit zoo would take him if it got to the point where you couldnt handle him. Being nonindigenous to the US and with a cuteness factor off the charts, he would be an instant rock star at any zoo here.
They aren't exactly rare in US zoos.
No, but how many of them started as house pets? Im betting not many. I would think that alone would make him much more friendly than most others in zoos, which would make him more popular. Then again, any wallabys here were probably raised in captivity, so maybe theyre all cute and friendly. My point is though, that it wouldnt be hard to unload him to a zoo if it came to that.

 
No, no I'm not. I didn't realize that this thread was only for experts in the field.
it's not. but you're laughing at people who say that the research says one thing and hinting that you have a lot of other knowledge which would discredit that statement.I think hooter (and some of us as well) would like to know what you're referring to. I've done literally zero research on the topic so I don't know whether you're right or not. Just don't get the :lmao: response without backing it up.
:shrug: Took me 3 minutes.

My link 1

My link 2

My link 3 (PDF)

My link 4
Can you two take your ###### party elsewhere, thanks. Eta: gotta love that fbg filter. Vag is censored, yet is the only acceptable word to call the feminine nether regions.
:shrug: Somebody asked.
 
Neighbor asked me if I was "morally" ok with keeping it as a pet. As long as it gets exercise, I really don't see what the problem is. I'm really hesitant with taking him outside unleashed at this point because he is still a bit skittish. Hopefully I'll be able to test him a bit by the end of the summer.These things are basically giant rats in the wild, correct? Is a full food dish and a house to roam around in adequate to the wild? I'm sure some of us have different opinions on this. I'm actually surprised I haven't got much flack in here so far, even for the sake of argument.
bump for DA RAIDERS
 
no idea if this guy knows what he's talking about or not.

http://voices.yahoo.com/wallaby-pet-down-under-259812.html

Bennett's Wallaby is the larger one and makes the better pet. It can get up to 50 pounds and is active during the day. Also, they can handle a more diverse climate even the cold weather of the northern United States and parts of Canada. In fact, they are more susceptible to heat stress than the cold winters. One last thing is the Bennett's Wallaby shows more affection.

The Tammar Wallaby is much smaller weighing 12-18 pounds. They are more nervous and active primarily at night. Even with this smaller size, they need to be kept outside.

Wallabies can be house trained, but should be kept outside most of the time. They like to get into things, jump into beds and on top of tables. Also, since Wallabies are grazers, it might decide to eat the carpet.

Baby Wallabies are called Joeys. They live in the pouch for 6-9 months. They can be taken from the pouch after 6 months. They would need to be bottle fed with puppy esbilac formula. Bottle-fed joeys are more tamed. They will follow their owner around and decide to become a lap Wallaby.

Wallabies have delicate digestive systems. They are herbivores in the wild and eat grass, hay and fruit. There is a special food called "Hoppers" than many feed them in captivity. Adding a Vitamin E supplement is recommended for best health. Don't feed them vegetables such as cabbage and broccoli. It will give them a stomachache and gas. Wallabies also need tree branches to keep their teeth and gums in good condition. One last thing, there food must be fresh. Moldy food will kill a Wallaby.

Males get larger than female and may have to be neutered if they are too aggressive. Owners don't like to neuter males because they are profitable to breed. Wallabies can live 10-15 years and will continue to grow the first four or five years.

Wallabies do best kept outside with a fence at least 6 feet high. They won't dig, but if you leave an opening at the bottom, they will sneak out.

Wallabies can be a wonderful exotic animal if you have the space and the time to interact with them. However, they are not like cats and dogs in their interaction with you.
http://www.petplace.com/small-mammals/unusual-pets-wallabies/page1.aspx

Native to Australia, wallabies can make great pets if you raise them properly and "wallaby-proof" your home. For the first year they should remain in the home. Afterwards, they need a rather large play area – 50 by 50 feet of hopping room, surrounded by a large, sturdy fence.

Wallabies can be trained to live indoors, but beware: These affectionate, playful creatures have the ability to open cupboards, jump on counters and other high places. They are known to enjoy taking a bath with human owners and may turn the bedroom into his or her sleeping quarters, if not properly trained.

Young wallabies are called joeys, and both males and females will want to play-box. While cute when they're young and small, this behavior can grow into an obnoxious habit after they reach their full height of 2 ½ to 3 feet, and 30 to 40 pounds in weight. Although females lose interest in this type of play as they get older, the males love it. In fact, if you don't discourage boxing while they're young, a male wallaby will delight in pummeling you even more as he gets older.

Both males and females are generally good-natured and can be taught to hop on a leash. They are very affectionate creatures; you know you're a member of the pod when one licks and grooms you.
:lmao:
 
no idea if this guy knows what he's talking about or not.http://www.petplace.com/small-mammals/unusual-pets-wallabies/page1.aspx

Native to Australia, wallabies can make great pets if you raise them properly and "wallaby-proof" your home. For the first year they should remain in the home. Afterwards, they need a rather large play area – 50 by 50 feet of hopping room, surrounded by a large, sturdy fence.Wallabies can be trained to live indoors, but beware: These affectionate, playful creatures have the ability to open cupboards, jump on counters and other high places. They are known to enjoy taking a bath with human owners and may turn the bedroom into his or her sleeping quarters, if not properly trained.Young wallabies are called joeys, and both males and females will want to play-box. While cute when they're young and small, this behavior can grow into an obnoxious habit after they reach their full height of 2 ½ to 3 feet, and 30 to 40 pounds in weight. Although females lose interest in this type of play as they get older, the males love it. In fact, if you don't discourage boxing while they're young, a male wallaby will delight in pummeling you even more as he gets older.Both males and females are generally good-natured and can be taught to hop on a leash. They are very affectionate creatures; you know you're a member of the pod when one licks and grooms you.
This has been covered already.http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=639305&view=findpost&p=14309647
 
So, when is Toby, AKA the greatest ##### magnet ever, going to the bar with you to pick up women?
:goodposting: "Want to come back to my place and help me put it back in it's pouch?"
Before or after it craps all over the bar?
He won't need to be there that long.Just long enough make his selection(s), and go home. 5 minutes. Maybe a little longer depending on how quickly he tells the ugly ones to take a hike.
 
So, when is Toby, AKA the greatest ##### magnet ever, going to the bar with you to pick up women?
:goodposting: "Want to come back to my place and help me put it back in it's pouch?"
Before or after it craps all over the bar?
He won't need to be there that long.Just long enough make his selection(s), and go home. 5 minutes. Maybe a little longer depending on how quickly he tells the ugly ones to take a hike.
Are you an expert on the frequency of bowel movements of macropods?
 
So, when is Toby, AKA the greatest ##### magnet ever, going to the bar with you to pick up women?
:goodposting: "Want to come back to my place and help me put it back in it's pouch?"
Before or after it craps all over the bar?
He wears a diaper, guy. :rolleyes:
:goodposting: why are Californians so grumpy?
I'm grumpy because I'm looking at this rationally? I think I'm going to take a break from this thread. Somebody PM me when this experiment starts to really go downhill.
 
I'm grumpy because I'm looking at this rationally?
no, but I'm pretty sure the idea of taking the wallaby to a bar to pick up chicks was shtick.just seems like lots of negative shtick from you in here and elsewhere (plus Da Raiders seemed really upset and even swore at us over it).I guess I just assumed we all know this will end poorly. You're the only one who keeps trying to bang that point home.
 
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So, when is Toby, AKA the greatest ##### magnet ever, going to the bar with you to pick up women?
:goodposting: "Want to come back to my place and help me put it back in it's pouch?"
Before or after it craps all over the bar?
He wears a diaper, guy. :rolleyes:
Pollard or the wallaby?
Saves me the embarrassment of getting hammered and taking a dump on the bar.
 
Neighbor asked me if I was "morally" ok with keeping it as a pet. As long as it gets exercise, I really don't see what the problem is. I'm really hesitant with taking him outside unleashed at this point because he is still a bit skittish. Hopefully I'll be able to test him a bit by the end of the summer.These things are basically giant rats in the wild, correct? Is a full food dish and a house to roam around in adequate to the wild? I'm sure some of us have different opinions on this. I'm actually surprised I haven't got much flack in here so far, even for the sake of argument.
What kind of cable package do you have? Do you have Sunday ticket? A satellite package that gets Aussie Rules Football?(Side note: I'm trying not to be a downer too)-QG
 
I'm grumpy because I'm looking at this rationally?
no, but I'm pretty sure the idea of taking the wallaby to a bar to pick up chicks was shtick.just seems like lots of negative shtick from you in here and elsewhere (plus Da Raiders seemed really upset and even swore at us over it).I guess I just assumed we all know this will end poorly. You're the only one who keeps trying to bang that point home.
You sound pretty ####### grumpy yourself, guy.
 
Welp, this thread has been derailed. :thumbdown:
:thumbdown:
Clearly, hooter needs to reach back into the "petty cash under the seat fund" and get Toby a Wallaby buddy.That'll get this thing back on track, plus it could help alleviate some concerns of any Debbie Downers.

Toby will have a lower risk of boredom, he will have a non-human boxing partner, and of course, the only thing better than a pet Wallaby thread is pet Wallabies thread. Another grand and hooter would be the greatest youtube sensation ever, not to mention completely lock up the 2012 FBG FFA MVP Award.

 
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'hooter311 said:
A fellow Wisconsin guy here and would like to come to your zoo.
wait.. what?
Is that weird?
guess i didn't know hooter was a wi guy
Lacrosse. Went to high school/college in Eau Claire.
Blugolds!!!!
Small world, I graduated from UWEC as well. Put me on the list for the cornhole if it gets off the ground!
 
I'm grumpy because I'm looking at this rationally?
no, but I'm pretty sure the idea of taking the wallaby to a bar to pick up chicks was shtick.just seems like lots of negative shtick from you in here and elsewhere (plus Da Raiders seemed really upset and even swore at us over it).I guess I just assumed we all know this will end poorly. You're the only one who keeps trying to bang that point home.
You sound pretty ####### grumpy yourself, guy.
:popcorn:
 
I'm grumpy because I'm looking at this rationally?
no, but I'm pretty sure the idea of taking the wallaby to a bar to pick up chicks was shtick.just seems like lots of negative shtick from you in here and elsewhere (plus Da Raiders seemed really upset and even swore at us over it).

I guess I just assumed we all know this will end poorly. You're the only one who keeps trying to bang that point home.
You sound pretty ####### grumpy yourself, guy.
I wonder what a grumpy wallaby looks like?
My link
 
No, no I'm not. I didn't realize that this thread was only for experts in the field.
it's not. but you're laughing at people who say that the research says one thing and hinting that you have a lot of other knowledge which would discredit that statement.I think hooter (and some of us as well) would like to know what you're referring to. I've done literally zero research on the topic so I don't know whether you're right or not. Just don't get the :lmao: response without backing it up.
:shrug: Took me 3 minutes.

My link 1

My link 2

My link 3 (PDF)

My link 4
Can you two take your ###### party elsewhere, thanks. Eta: gotta love that fbg filter. Vag is censored, yet is the only acceptable word to call the feminine nether regions.
beef curtains is not censored
 
Get some dark glasses and a cane and go to outback steakhouse and try and get in, when they say no pets say

"this here's my seeing eye wallabeye, you wouldn't deny a bloke his assitance 'roo?"

 
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Welp, this thread has been derailed. :thumbdown:
:thumbdown:
Clearly, hooter needs to reach back into the "petty cash under the seat fund" and get Toby a Wallaby buddy.That'll get this thing back on track, plus it could help alleviate some concerns of any Debbie Downers.

Toby will have a lower risk of boredom, he will have a non-human boxing partner, and of course, the only thing better than a pet Wallaby thread is pet Wallabies thread. Another grand and hooter would be the greatest youtube sensation ever, not to mention completely lock up the 2012 FBG FFA MVP Award.
Any more pets and I'll probably shoot myself. Raising a 4 year old by yourself is hard enough already as my life felt like a bad Chevy Chase movie at times even before the wallaby. Now I have to prep my zoo before work and sit and bottle feed something an hour or so a day. New place first, then the herding will commence.

 
alternately

order carside carryout from Outback and at the end say "throw in a bloomin' onion for my wallaby"

then load him up and go pick up your meal, video tape the server's response

 
Get some dark glasses and a cane and go to outback steakhouse and try and get in, when they say no pets say"this here's my seeing eye wallabeye, you wouldn't deny a bloke his assitance 'roo?"
Yeah for some reason your normal talking voice seems to change to a some sort of awful British/Crocodile Dundee concoction after spending just a few hours with this thing. It's actually kind of amazing really.
 
Get some dark glasses and a cane and go to outback steakhouse and try and get in, when they say no pets say"this here's my seeing eye wallabeye, you wouldn't deny a bloke his assitance 'roo?"
Yeah for some reason your normal talking voice seems to change to a some sort of awful British/Crocodile Dundee concoction after spending just a few hours with this thing. It's actually kind of amazing really.
do you find yourself buying a lot of Foster's?
 
I'm grumpy because I'm looking at this rationally?
no, but I'm pretty sure the idea of taking the wallaby to a bar to pick up chicks was shtick.just seems like lots of negative shtick from you in here and elsewhere (plus Da Raiders seemed really upset and even swore at us over it).

I guess I just assumed we all know this will end poorly. You're the only one who keeps trying to bang that point home.
I guess the bolded is why I'm with Marvin here. I can see how a wallaby would be a wonderful pet. I don't believe many of us are in a position to be wonderful owners. :(

Good luck hooter

 
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Get some dark glasses and a cane and go to outback steakhouse and try and get in, when they say no pets say"this here's my seeing eye wallabeye, you wouldn't deny a bloke his assitance 'roo?"
Yeah for some reason your normal talking voice seems to change to a some sort of awful British/Crocodile Dundee concoction after spending just a few hours with this thing. It's actually kind of amazing really.
:lmao:
 
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