Elfing It Bloghttp://blog.elfster.com/for-dad/en-US2009-01-08T19:19:39ZSquarespace Site Server v5.0.0 (http://www.squarespace.com/)the airstreamhttp://blog.elfster.com/for-dad/the-airstream.htmlElfster2008-01-27T07:51:37Z

I tell ya. This is what happens when you turn 40! You want to trade in your Porsche Boxter for an Airstream. (I'm still shaking my head in self-disappointment.)

Why do I want one, you ask? Well, I enjoy camping, without the camping tent. I know, I know. How urban of me. Maybe we should call my outdoorsy adventures "camp-outs" instead. I love the fact that Airstreams are now so hip to own, they're actually available at Design Within Reach for $49,066.]]>Foldable solar chargerhttp://blog.elfster.com/for-dad/foldable-solar-charger.htmlElfster2008-01-07T00:37:04Z

This Brunton Flexible 14-Watt Solar Charger ($300) rolls up to a compact size so you can take it on the road with ease. Take it with you on the next family vacation, and you'll never have to worry again how or where to charge your computer, cell phone or power your video camera. Durable construction prevents rips and snags. Automatic charger works even in low light.]]>hand-cranked radiohttp://blog.elfster.com/for-dad/hand-cranked-radio.htmlElfster2008-01-07T00:32:30Z

With all the talk about The Apocalypse and "where will you be?" business, I finally gave in and tucked one of these radios in my emergency survival bag, under my bed. Seriously, I do advise one should always be prepared for emergencies. This Eton hand-crank radio also works as a generator - it comes with a built-in cell phone charger, flashlight, and emergency siren. However, for general use, it can also be powered by batteries or AC adapter (included). $50]]>Baby Cufflinkshttp://blog.elfster.com/for-dad/baby-cufflinks.htmlkristine2007-12-18T12:00:04Z

At first I thought these were kinda spooky, then I grew to like them after a few seconds. I think it's a sweet gift for a new mom or dad. Of co