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Brandon’s Randoms
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Приєднався 4 лют 2022
Technology, product reviews, entrepreneurship, productivity, crypto and just about anything else I find interesting. My first channel, Brandon's Drawings explored digital art and NFT's. This one has no rules.
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How to Make a GIANT Gummy Bear at Home
How to make homemade gummy bears!
In this video, my daughter and I made some homemade gummy bears and a GIANT gummy bear! We used Jello, gelatin, and water along with a few molds which are linked to below. It was a really simple process and you can follow our steps to make your own giant gelatin gummy bear!
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Making homemade gummy bears is a fun thing to do with kids. It's not expensive and the process is so easy that I could do it. You just mix the ingredients, place them in the gummy bear mold, and put the mold in the fridge for a few hours. Then you have homemade gummies or even a giant homemade gummy bear to enjoy.
In this video, my daughter and I made some homemade gummy bears and a GIANT gummy bear! We used Jello, gelatin, and water along with a few molds which are linked to below. It was a really simple process and you can follow our steps to make your own giant gelatin gummy bear!
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Making homemade gummy bears is a fun thing to do with kids. It's not expensive and the process is so easy that I could do it. You just mix the ingredients, place them in the gummy bear mold, and put the mold in the fridge for a few hours. Then you have homemade gummies or even a giant homemade gummy bear to enjoy.
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Best Battery Organizer for Around the House...
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This is the original Battery Daddy organizer. This battery organizer is double-sided and has a carry handle. Each battery is separated so they don't touch and corrode. This battery kit includes a universal battery tester to see if they batteries have a charge or not. It holds over 180 batteries of nearly all types. This battery organizer is one of the best gifts I've gotten. 🛒 See on Amazon: am...
Metal Jack O Lanterns with Flickering LEDs 3 Pack REVIEW
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These are three metal jack-o-lanterns with flickering LED candles we bought this year. They collapse to fit inside of each other. The LEDs can be set to time out and turn off after a fixed period of time. These pumpkin Halloween decorations look great indoors or outdoors. See on Amazon: amzn.to/4gqpnXe As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I love Halloween decorations and I'm...
🍷 A wine glass that measures your pour
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This is a wine glass with measurements on it. With this you can measure how much wine you pour. A standard wine pour is five ounces, but most people pour much larger. If you're trying to count calories, you'll want to know how much wine you're drinking in each glass. The measurements for the wine glass are in ounces. 🍷 Here's the glass from the video: amzn.to/3AX9Iyn As an Amazon Associate, I e...
Where to place the Pool RX
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This is where you place the Pool RX in your filter basket (not your skimmer)! How to install the Pool RX... Make sure you get the right size here: amzn.to/3WbSWUm As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. The Pool RX is a simple tool to make sure you never have algae in you pool again. I started using it a few years ago after an algae bloom and have never had a problem since. Yo...
I Tried a Sensory Deprivation FLOAT SPA and It Was...
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I felt weightless and my mind was quiet... In June 2024, I tried a sensory deprivation tank at a local float spa. You float in water that has so much epsom salt, you can't go under. There are no lights (unless you want them) and no sound. An hour-long float in one of these tanks cleared my head and made all my aches and pains go away. 🔥Here's the book about FLOAT THERAPY: amzn.to/4bkj03U As an ...
25 Places To Visit in Washington DC
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Washington DC is the nation's capital and it's packed full of things to do and see. From monuments to museums to nightlife, you could spend a month here and not see it all. This video covers 25 things to do and see when visiting Washington D.C. A few of the highlights: The White House United States Capitol Arlington National Cemetery Smithsonian Museums Washington, Lincoln & Jefferson Monuments...
Lifetime 37" Folding Table Review - The BEST I've found!
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This is a square folding table from Lifetime. It's the best one I've found! 🔥 See price on Amazon: amzn.to/45iiGBx As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. The things I like most about the Lifetime folding table are its durability, how compact it folds and the included carrying handle. #outdoor #outdoors #foldingtable #camping
First Visit to WASHINGTON D.C. (Lessons Learned)
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Tips For First Time Travelers to Washington D.C. My wife and I took our first trip to Washington DC in May of 2024. We learned a lot about what to see and what to do. If you're considering travel to Washington D.C., check out what we did and what we learned. I've included some travel tips for what not to do and how to best manage your time in D.C. Among many other things, we saw the U.S. Capito...
Solo Stove Bonfire - Outdoor Fire Pit REVIEW
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The Solo Stove Bonfire is a smokeless, portable outdoor bonfire. Here's its features, some visuals and what I think of it. 🔥 See price on Amazon: amzn.to/3xUnpwp As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This is a great portable bonfire. It's designed for maximum ventilation which fuels the fire and reduces smoke. It weighs about 20 pounds, so it's easy to carry. It's always a p...
How to Perfectly Separate a Black and Tan - Layered Drink Tool REVIEW
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"The Perfect Black and Tan" beer layering tool is what you need to separate layers of beer.... perfectly! 🍺 See price on Amazon: amzn.to/3UAwUsz As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. A perfect black and tan has two layers of beers separated. How do you separate the layers of a black and tan? The best way is with a very affordable tool designed specifically for separating lay...
Electric Wine Opener REVIEW - The only way to open wine!
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This is the Oster electric wine opener. With a push of a button it opens a wine bottle without any chance of cork falling into the wine. How to avoid getting cork into your wine? Use this! It also comes with a wine label cutter which is handy. 🍷 Check price on Amazon: amzn.to/49RAuDZ As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. #wine #winelovers #winetime #winenight
The BEST All-Night Nightlamp for Kids (And I tried a lot!) REVIEW
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This pear-shaped night lamp for kids is the best night light for kids, I swear. My wife and I tried several night lights and my daughter loves this thing! It will last all night by default, can be plugged in or operate on battery power. It changes color and IT'S SQUISHY! Win, win, win! It has two modes: one is a color changing mode where you squeeze it to change colors. The other is a standard ...
Spartan Army Tactical Notebook Covers REVIEW
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Tactical Notebook Covers These are the Spartan Army Tactical Notebook Covers. They fit most smaller notebooks. They protect your notebook but add pouches and pen holders. There are plenty of accessories that can be attached with velcro. The tactical notebook covers come in several colors. Get them on Amazon: amzn.to/3IWC0d2 As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Volt Outdoor Landscape Lighting Review
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We bought the Volt Outdoor Landscape Lighting kit a couple years ago and we love it. There's a box that connects to a normal 110 power outlet. Then low-voltage wires run to each of the lights. The Volt outdoor lighting kits come with different components including standing lights and lower spot lights. We love it. The Volt lighting (at least the kit I have) does not change colors. 🔥 Check price...
Bumpboxx Ultra Review - A great portable boom box!
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Bumpboxx Ultra Review - A great portable boom box!
World Travel Map with Pins Review - Great Conversation Starter!
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World Travel Map with Pins Review - Great Conversation Starter!
The BEST Rubber Dumbbells for a Home Gym
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The BEST Rubber Dumbbells for a Home Gym
Olympic Barbell Mount for Home Gym REVIEW
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Olympic Barbell Mount for Home Gym REVIEW
Kitchen Spice Jars and Drawer Organizer
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Kitchen Spice Jars and Drawer Organizer
Child Earmuffs for Loud Events REVIEW
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Child Earmuffs for Loud Events REVIEW
Peloton Seat Replacement - REVIEW and HOW TO
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Peloton Seat Replacement - REVIEW and HOW TO
Ten Bar Accessories Every Home Bar Should Have
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Ten Bar Accessories Every Home Bar Should Have
Cleaning my BBQ and flat grill with THE PINK STUFF
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Cleaning my BBQ and flat grill with THE PINK STUFF
How to Make Homemade Pizza - In Under 2 Minutes
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How to Make Homemade Pizza - In Under 2 Minutes
Elevator Hiking Boots That Make You Taller! - CALTO Boot Review
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Elevator Hiking Boots That Make You Taller! - CALTO Boot Review
SOLVANG Vacation at Hotel Corque (DANISH Capital of America) Review + Travel Guide
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SOLVANG Vacation at Hotel Corque (DANISH Capital of America) Review Travel Guide
Huntington Beach Vacation at Waterfront Beach Resort (Hotel Review & Travel Guide)
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Huntington Beach Vacation at Waterfront Beach Resort (Hotel Review & Travel Guide)
My Go-To For Inspiration: Steal Like an Artist!
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My Go-To For Inspiration: Steal Like an Artist!
Have you found a good way to try to repair the ones that bent? Why replace it? Was the old one too badly damaged? Thank you!
How is parking your car in DC? Is it best to leave car in hotel & Uber - Metro to the sights
is it comfortable for long day wear??
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Thanks!
Thank you! This was the only video that helped me to change my seat
Great to hear, thank you!
We are headed there in a couple of weeks...this video was helpful and enjoyable, thank you!
Great! Have fun it’s an awesome city to explore!!
I have pink stuff and never crossed my mind to clean my bbq grill with it. I had so much oxidation on it and it came off right away. If course you have to scrub a bit hard but I was amazed by what this stuff can do.
Yes! It works so well!!
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I was offered a goodly sum for some of my art to be minted by them as NFT. Why would I sell my art for them to create NFT when I can mint-create NFT myself?
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I've considered staying at a Huntington Beach resort hotel. Great review. Thank you!
Thanks for the comment. It’s a great place to stay and a really cool town!
As a 3rd generation DC resident (rare), few notes: 1. If you thought May was chaotic, Cherry Blossom season is worse. 2. George Washington’s Mount Vernon, south of Alexandria, is not on the Metro, but worth the trip. Not only do they maintain the mansion, but also many of the support buildings and the farms. They also have a very nice museum covering both Washington and the enslaved people who lived on the estate. 3. There is a 3rd airport - Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport. It isn’t connected to Metro, but it is connected to commuter rail that will take you to a Metro station. 4. Beware of those intern lead Capitol tours. The interns aren’t trained for the tour and some of the “facts” they provide are incorrect. They do try their best and it is a great way to connect with your representative, but there are limitations.
I'm so glad I stumbled upon this video! This hass been super helpful! My family and I are actually going to DC for the first time in literally a week from me watching this video. We are also staying at the same hotel so this video has literally been perfect. Thank you so much for sharing! :)
That is so awesome to hear. I hope the trip was great!!
Come in October, rent a car and go leaf peeping. Also go to Annapolis. You can drive to sites for a weekend or week in the periphery and be busy. Also see Mt. Vernon and Baltimore Inner Harbour. Most times of the year you can see sports between the. two major cities. Baltimore and DC are really a single metro area, but some cities were jealous so they stopped referring to it that way. BWI is also a DC Airport, especially if renting a car and there is bus, Marc train and Amtrak coverage. That lets you see Union Station. And then there's shopping...
DC Resident here - lived here since the mid-90s. Cherry Blossoms are beautiful and it’s a peak season for tourists because of them. So hotel prices will be higher and crowds are inevitable in late March & Early April. If you want to avoid crowds, Mid-October is best - too early for school trips, and most family vacations take place in the summer. And the weather is really nice in October when things begin to cool down. One more thing to check out are the two large Churches - the Episcopalian’s “National Cathedral” (not metro accessible) in NW Washington and the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on the Campus of The Catholic University of America (Red Line: Brookland/CUA stop). Two more hidden gems are the St. John Paul II National Shrine up the road from the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, and the Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Land, about a 15 minute walk from the Brookland/CUA Metro Stop. And a personal plug here - come pray with the Benedictine Monks of St. Anselm’s Abbey celebrating its 100th year in Washington, DC!
Awesome insights. Thank you!!
Did you have erection issues before changing this seat out? Currently have a Peloton + and erections are going down more and I'm told that a pudendal nerve issue could be the cause. Did this seat make it better?
I did not. But I can totally see how that would be an issue with the standard seat.
I moved to the DC area in 2013. My wife took a job with the Executive Office of the President, so we were able to get easy access to tours of the White House. There are two you can theoretically get: The East Wing or the West Wing. Most of the public has done the East Wing tour and I think you can get access through your member of Congress similar to the other tours you mentioned. Maybe they don't do that anymore. Anyway, the East Wing tour has all of the paintings and historical rooms and is a longer tour and quite nice. The West Wing is literally just the Press Room and a small and cramped-feeling hallway that leads to the Cabinet Room, the Situation Room (which look like a normal office door), and the Oval Office. It was really surprised how small and brief it was. I think we were done in less than five minutes. However, it has all the stuff you associate with the White House so I remember it more fondly.
Great to know, thank you! They seem hard to get.
I tried it.. adding insoles not comfortable walking and not naturally... Unlike mine.. i paid $1000 to shoemaker to make me a leather discreet heel with front and back support . 4 inches but discreet and walk naturally
Hotel prices are cheaper, crowds are smaller, and you avoid our humid summer heat.
Don’t go there!!it’s a PITA
I can’t seem to get my cleats adjusted just right where it doesn’t cause pain after riding multiple days in a row.
Me neither. No pain, no gain?
Swap your pedals to SPD pedals and get SPD cleats. The pedals and cleats Peloton comes with are trash. I had the same problem until I switched
@@BrandonStocking knee pain … not muscle pain
You should not ever need a pool rx for algae if you self test your chlorine and ph levels at least once a week. I have videos on how you can DIY it on my channel.
So funny, I have been trying to plan a trip to CA forever, and Solvang and Huntington Beach were both on my list of places I wanted to go, but I wasn't sure what they would be like. I wanted to make sure they would be worth it. You answered literally all the questions I was wondering about both places!! Haha thanks for helping me plan our future family vacation! Very well made videos!
Thanks so much for taking the time to comment. I’m really glad they helped. My 5 year-old daily asks “when are we going back to that beach place” so we might do another trip to HB and find another spot to stop on our way back. Have fun!!
I always advise family visitors to come in the fall to avoid crowds rather than in spring or summer. Even winter is fine because they've been mild the past few years. Hotel prices are cheaper, crowds are smaller, and you avoid our humid summer heat.
Gonna have to try that! Thank you!
It’s a beautiful city and I’m glad you enjoy it. I’m never tired each I see it, although I live 15mins away. You will love all 4 seasons if you have a chance to do. DCA is my fav airport to fly domestically, unless it doesn’t have options to small remote cities. Once you’ve been here, you appreciate the Smithsonian Institution - many free things to see and visit. Come back for more.
Thanks!
When I visited DC with my family we went in the beginning of November and it was absolutely beautiful. There was short waits for museums and walk in tours for the capitol building due to not many people being there. Maybe we were lucky but it was beautiful weather and quick times to get around. Very nice!
I may just try that. Thank you!
If you think Police Week and field trips made DC packed, Cherry Blossom timeframe is much much worse. (10 year resident here) Come in winter to avoid crowds. They’re mild and rarely too cold to enjoy everything.
Yikes! I may just try that. Thank you!
There are 3 airports not 2. BWI is miles closer than Dulles (IAD).
I would avoid BWI as traffic is horrendous! IAD is much better than BWI for international options.
@@lilian.bloom.petite.stylist Take MARC from BWI to DC. About $6. Faster than the silver line.
I want to go, and this video has been so helpful
Great to hear, thank you so much!!
You should have included the Holocaust museum
You are 100% correct. It should have been near the top of the list.
Whats funny is Ive never flown out of Dulles and Ive only done Reagan once. Most people I know fly out of BWI cuz its cheaper.
That seems to be what I’m hearing in the comments. I’m from the west coast. Didn’t even know about BWI. Next time I’ll try that one. Thank you!
When I was a kid I took a trip to NYC and was shocked to find out museums we're not free. 😂 Talk about a culture shock.
Haha! The here and now great value. Thanks!
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Enjoyed the video. We were in DC 2 years ago, and we're going back again in September. I knew from previous experience traveling there how to do a trip. I knew that driving a car in DC would be a nightmare as far as traffic, parking, etc. We flew into Reagan National airport, which was a good deal ($190/RT) from Indianapolis. Grabbed our bags, walked to the Metro terminal and bought 2 weekly passes, which work on both the trains and buses. Took the Metro and got off at U Street, and walked to our AirBnB rental. From there we explored the entire city, did many of the same stops and tours you mention. We're doing basically the same thing this next trip in September, staying at an AirBnB (much cheaper than hotel) and using the Metro. I found out about going through our Congressional Representative's office to set up tours, we're already booked for the FBI experience, and when we're within 90 days of our trip we can get booked for the White House. One word of caution - do NOT book a trip in October. The fiscal year for the federal government ends on September 30th, and given the dysfunction within Congress, there's a decent chance that the budget won't be resolved on time. If that happens, everything will pretty much shut down! Oh, and one last thing - a visit to the National Holocaust Museum is a must!
I hate when people are zipping through crowded sidewalks on the scooters. Saw a group of fat asses plow right through some kids getting off a bus outside the Elipse.
Ha! Yes very annoying.
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30 year DC resident, and you did a really good job of summing up what there is to see and do. Perhaps one tip to consider: hotels in DC proper (especially near the mall) tend to be double the price if just a bit further away. If you look on the red line metro in Maryland or the orange line in Arlington you'll often find much more affordable options. Yes, every season is peak field trip season but spring and summer are especially bad. Spring is all the middle school civics classes and they tend to just take over EVERYWHERE. Summer is more families, but then you have to deal with 90+ degrees and very high humidity. Pick your poison. If you have a choice, I'd recommend October...it's a beautiful time of year, less tourists, and tends to have really nice weather.
Thank you! That’s awesome advice I will try next time!
DC resident as well. To add: There are also cheaper hotels in Dupont Circle (red line), the FDR Memorial is a gem, BWI airport is a little further but a third option to consider, Georgetown is worth a stroll (brunch, Exorcist Steps, shopping,) the cherry blossom peak bloom is hard to predict and can change depending on a few good/bad days pretty easily (and crowded but very, very pretty.) The Air and Space Museum’s reserved tickets are probably due to its construction, as historically it has been like every other museum on the Mall. The Smithsonian Zoo is further north on the red line, but is free. National Portrait Gallery is awesome. Renwick Gallery is basically across the street from the White House on Penn Ave and is also part of the Smithsonian
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Cherry Blossom period is crowd central, but walking around the Tidal Basin with thousands of people, including Japanese tourists, is part of the experience. Also, get Ethiopian, Korean, Peruvian, Spanish, Chinese and Vietnamese food when here if you don't have it at home. All of it is authentic and there are tons of choices, especially in the suburbs. The Torpedo Factory and the Bethesda artists cooperative feature local talent. Amazing stuff. One thing about April; there are Cherry trees everywhere. You don't have to go downtown to see them. My condo has its own. Nebraska Avenue by the Japanese Embassy is planted with them. Drive through Beach Drive during the week. We also have a Zoo. With Dragons.
Excellent video keep'm comin! Never been am going in the FALL~!
Thank you. It’ll be a great time!
We also visited for the first time this past May. An amazing city with just endless possibilities for exploring and learning. Even though we are Canadians, I am expecting to return in the future. Totally worth the effort to visit.
Awesome! 👏
Every season is peak field trip season in D C
Well that's good to know...but sadly disappointing also. LOL
Great informative video. Thz ks very much.
Thank you!!!
Thank you for the video. I found it very helpful. I’m going to DC for the first time in July and I’m staying about 5 min from the Hilton you stayed at. I’ve saved your video for future reference.
Awesome! You’ll love it! So much to do and some incredible history to see. Have fun and thank you!!
Hey Brandon, I found your video very interesting. I will probably never get to visit Washington DC, but your video was very informative and had lots of information about all the museums. I had no idea that all the museums in Washington DC are free, well I guess most of them. I think years ago you were able to visit the White House, but of course that was pre-911. Thank you for your video. It was great!
Thank you! There’s a lot to see and do that costs nothing once you’re there.
There are still White House tours. You just have to request tickets through your Member of Congress at least a month in advance. There are two times a year -- one weekend in May and October -- when you can visit the White House grounds and gardens, without having to get an advance ticket from your MoC. The National Park Service runs them. www.nps.gov/whho/planyourvisit/white-house-garden-tours.htm
Good to know. Thank you!
You can still visit the WH but depends on your luck when you register and align with your visiting time. Sometimes they shut down completely, others it’s opened to public. Overall, not an easy process. Beautiful house to see.
Great video! Will be very helpful we're going in July and can't wait! We're staying in the Navy Yard area. Thank you for thanking the time to make this video!
If you're in DC, don't miss the Balkan restaurant Ambar in Eastern Market.
Thank you!!
They also have a location in Clarendon (Arlington) if you don't want the crowds and wait.
Yea…don’t spend your precious vacation time in Arlington unless you are at a cemetery.
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Also do you think you could put insoles in these for even more inches?
Yeah I think so but I haven’t tried.
Thanks for the review, new subscriber here!#
Thank you!!