Returning to normal, piece by piece

Building within the LEGO community means so many things to each person. Young and old, we all have a heartfelt connection with this iconic building block system, and those around us often can’t help but see it. Our connection with those who celebrate and support us in our hobby is deep and strong. So when we lose it, it can be hard to look at things the same way. Builder Jason Corlett recently lost his mother, his proudest and biggest fan, to illness. As our hearts go out to him and his family, he shows us that the spirit of building can serve to heal with this Green Machine Vic Viper. Though he knows life won’t be the same without her, I believe his mission to continue to make her proud with surely succeed.

Green Machine VV


Standing atop a minimalistic stand to support its hefty form, the Green Machine’s main namesake comes from the massive green dumper buckets used in the forks. The light grey and green ship is a quintessential Vic Viper. Two forks jutting out from the main body, a central cockpit, with three stabilizing fins near the engine section. Using a black concrete mixer as the pilot’s section was a clever move on Jason’s part.

Green Machine VV

Delightful use of wheels and hoses lead the eye along the fork, past the vent, and to the translucent blue tiles used in the engines. Reminiscent of the Millenium Falcon’s engines. I imagine this ship packs a punch when the pedal hits the metal.

Green Machine VV

It’s always difficult losing those close to us. Returning to normal can be challenging, let alone picking a hobby back up that reminds you of the one you lost. But that reminder can be a remembrance and, in a way, a celebration of that person’s life. So, Jason, keep making your mum proud, mate.