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Scion ReviewsFounded in 2002, Scion is a marquee of vehicles produced by Toyota Motor Corporation. Toyota's idea with Scion was to attract younger 'Generation Y' buyers. To achieve that goal, Scions are priced low and are easy to accessorize. As of February 2007, the average age of a Scion buyer was 39, the lowest in the industry.
Honda, Ford and Toyota all have one thing in common as far as Kelley Blue Book knows: All three inspire brand loyalty among over half of its customer base. Alas, nine other brands wish they could be just as inspirational.
If you purchase a Scion FR-S with an automatic transmission, I hope you're deeply ashamed. There might be a legitimate reason. I'd accept a condition that prevents you from working a clutch and shifter. You know, something like losing a tussle with gangrene as a child or an advanced Type-II Diabetes induced foot-ectomy.
Harsh, inconsiderate statements, but why the hell would you want this car with an automatic?
Tucked away in the darkened Scion section at the 2014 New York Auto Show, the 2015 Scion FR-S Release Series 1.0 may light up the room with its bright yellow paint, but the owner will still have to be the one to make it light up its tires.
Several Toyota models dominated this year's Consumer Reports list of used car recommendations, with 11 out of 28 overall belonging to the automaker's Scion, Lexus and namesake brands.
Many assumed that with the new FR-S hitting the dealers, it would only be a matter of time before the front-wheel-drive tC was sent out to pasture. However with an average buyer age of 28, the tC is isn't just the youngest Toyota, it's the youngest car in America. With demographics like that, product planners would be fools to kill off the tC and so the "two coupé strategy" was born. The last time we looked at the tC, the FR-S had yet to be born, this time the tC has been refreshed in the FR-S' image. Which two door is right for you? Click past the jump, the answer might surprise you.
It's the perfect day and the perfect road for a brisk mountain drive in the siena red Z3. For the last time this year it's easily warm enough to put the top down—in a little over a week the remnants of Hurricane Sandy will bury the area in snow. WV15 winds tightly along a mountain ridge, flanked on each side by peaking fall foliage. Valleys far below on each side, you're on top of the world. There's only one problem with this soul stirring picture: my father started the day closer to Cass, and the BMW is holding me up. With the next brief straight I snick the firm, short-throw shifter into third, spur the boxer well over 4,000 rpm, and roar past him. WV15 is an even better road for a Scion FR-S en route to meet up with a pair of Mazda RX-8s for our Third Annual Appalachian Road Trip.
We've already looked at the FR-S, but I came of car-driving age just minutes before the heyday of the Toyota AE86 and, by God, I'm going to write about any car that claims to be an homage to the car that stands as the '55 Chevy of Japan. So, I got on the horn with Toyota PR: "Hey, Moe, it's Murilee Martin. Yeah, that Murilee Martin. Listen, I'm heading out to the East Bay next weekend and I need something that won't embarrass me when I need to out-donut the Glasshouse Caprices at the sideshows in Oakland, know what I'm saying? Sure, the FR-S sounds good!" Read More >
[Editor's note: TTAC does not review cars, TTAC reviewers do. The reviews can be as different as the reviewers are, and they voice their opinions independently. Due to the high interest the FR-S has received, we put a whole squad of TTAC reviewers into the car, and we are not done yet.]
Alex's initial look at the pre-production Scion FR-S had a few feathers getting ruffled in the comments section. Then came Derek's discussion of the hype surrounding the car and his own disappointing drive, and even more feathers were bent askew. Now Jack's had a go at dissecting the FR-S on the track (his natural environment, if not the car's), and it's basically been like firing chickens into a snow-blower.
So, while the little Toyobaru sits in the middle of crossfire of angry verbiage that is like, so totally not what usually happens around here, I'll belly up to the bar. We've had the launch event, we've had the track comparo; I had the FR-S for a week to evaluate it as a daily-driver, and one thing right off the bat: Read More >
"This car," Derek Kreindler told me as we grabbed third gear down Toronto Motorsports Park's front straight, "is like a GT-R for a guy who lives in his mother's basement." He had a point. Some American subcultures practice what I think of as immobile ambition — think of all those McMansions with no furniture and a double-income couple anxiously hoping someone will stop by and be impressed by the bridal staircase and crown moldings. Other subcultures are all about getting out in the street and showing off your clothes, your ride, or your woman. Read More >
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Visit the First Bulgarian capital back in the time when the country Bulgaria was just born!
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The town used to be the main political, military, economic and cultural centre from the foundation of the Bulgarian State in 681 till 893. Pliska is also among the most impressive monuments of Medieval European town-planning. Situated at a crossroad amidst a vast plain of rolling hills, the first capital of the Bulgarian State was protected with strong fortress walls. The location of the city was not left to the blind chance. Being a people of the steppes, the ancient Bulgarians preferred level terrains to put up their camps and settlements. The defense fortifications comprised three rings The outermost was a deep and wide moat, the middle one - a rampart whose thick stone walls once rose up to 12 metres in some places, and the innermost - a fortress built up of clay bricks.
Researchers have found three stages in the development of the ancient Bulgarian capital.
Khan Kroums Palace was built on an area of 500 square metres and is a remarkable architectural monument of the first stage. There were secret passages and tunnels for the inhabitants to leave the town in case of emergency. The Palace had its own big water reservoir and baths modern for that time.
The second stage marked the peak of town design and construction. That was the time when Khan Omourtag ruled. Dating back to that period are the fortress walls, the so-called Small Palace with houses for the members of the royal family, the new baths with an intricate heating system, two pagan shrines and the richly decorated Throne Hall.
The third construction stage includes early Christian buildings of worship with impressive size. The most impressive architectural monument of that time is the Grand Basilica. With its 2920 square metres it was the largest Christian church on the Balkan Peninsula for its time. The imposing three-nave basilica was 100 metres long and 30 metres wide. It was in the centre of a monastery complex of sophisticated architecture.
Pliska is the town where the Christian faith was adopted as an official religion of the Bulgarian people in the 9th century. In the year 886 Prince Boris I received here the disciples of the creators of the Slav Alphabet the brothers Cyril and Methodius.
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The efforts of Human Resource Development Minister, Mr. Kapil Sibbal, to bring about revolutionary changes in the country's education system, should certainly be lauded. It was high time someone took over the responsibility sincerely. Although The Honorable minister is trying to do too many things together, the results of which are quite unpredictable, at least these proposals have once again started the debate on India's education system, in the right earnest.
Recently Mr. Sibbal quoted that the country needs 800 more Universities and 35,000 more colleges to boost higher education.
Human resource is the greatest and most important asset of a nation. And if we consider the size of India's population, we can say we have a huge reserve of human resource. But unfortunately, it is largely uneducated and untrained and hence not an asset but a burden on the economy. We need many more schools and colleges in and around the villages, because the dropout rate is higher in the rural areas. Nearby schools and colleges are particularly important for the girls. Even if the girls and their parents do desire for higher education, they hesitate to send them to far off places or other towns & cities. In many poor families too, it is mostly the girls who are more sincere and better in studies than the boys. But distance becomes a hurdle in their pursuing higher education. Primary Schools have covered many rural areas, but higher education and vocational training institutes are negligible.
We do certainly agree that we need many more colleges and universities, but what about the quality? Quality of the existing as well as the upcoming, proposed institutes?
Quality of the Govt. Schools
Barring the Kendriya Vidyalays, other Govt. Primary schools are in dismal shape, both in terms of academics as well as infrastructure. There is hardly anything to attract and retain the interest of children in these schools. They may come to the school for the mid-day meals, but do they acquire the desired knowledge from these schools? The pass percentage in the rural govt. schools is extremely poor. Whereas the same children who failed in a govt. school, if their parents send them to a private school in the same village, at a slightly higher fee, the children pass easily. So it is not just the quantity, but the quality of the schools is more important to inspire children to complete their education.
Quality of College teaching
Same is true with colleges. What is the use of churning out hundreds of graduates who are not interested in the subject, but somehow manage to pass out and get a degree? Quality of staff in Government colleges is another important factor. Really good dedicated teachers, who can make their subject interesting for the students, are very-very few. Subjects of Arts have lost their charm not just because these are not much job oriented, but also because we lack good teachers. Sociology can have so many research applications, if taught and studied with interest; same with political science and geography. If the teacher is just doing her/his job for the pay, even a beautiful Wordsworth Poem will become dull. But if the teacher is able to kindle the interest of the student, even a literature graduate can find a variety of job opportunities today.
Permanent government jobs often lead to below average teaching. There should be some way of periodic assessment of teachers too before allowing promotion. Merit should be the basis of promotion, like in private sectors.
Education has to extend beyond textbooks and more research oriented in order to be useful to the society.
Allowing foreign universities to set up branches in India will no doubt increase the number of universities and colleges in India, but these won't cater to a large part of the Indian population. The upscale higher education brands will fulfill the needs of the upper crust of the society. To pull out the country's poor uneducated lot, the government will have to start a revolutionary.


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Main Street, Bethel's Cho Sun restaurant received a four star rating from Maine Sunday Telegram's Nancy Heiser. The delicious dish Ms. Heiser chose was tender duck breast slices served with a lightly sweet mango sauce with carrots, bell peppers and gently flavored wasabi mashed, sprinkled sesame seeds. Fine plug for Main Street dining
At 18 High Street, Janet Willie is gearing up for her 9th Annual Shy, Novice & Closeted Art Show featuring work from a wide variety of artists. Last year the show's exhibits came from 45 local and extremely talented artists. The S, N&C exhibit allows a large number of local artists to see what their friends and neighbors are doing. This year's show will be on July 6 along with the Mahoosuc Art Council art show on the Common.
NABOS Moves In
Over the last week, NABOS's large inventory of gift merchandise has been arriving at the former Pete Chapin gas station. With this new space NABOS has set up four garden beds for a variety of herbs and leafy vegetables. NABOS will be near newly opened Bethel Bait Tackle & More –both being just a short walk from the also new Maine Mineral and Gem Museum.
New Business in the Village
Bethel Bait Tackle and More owned and operated by Sarah Lane and Jeremy Fredette is up and running on Mechanic Street.
This new business will also be a game tagging station. Bethel Bait Tackle and More has an impressive list of goods for sale starting with: live bait, worms, and crawlers. They have Maine live lobsters, oysters and clams. They are set to coordinate guided hunting and fishing trips and sell maps, ammo, and fishing gear along with general information services. In the store they have rustic art, furniture, crafts by local artists, custom woodwork and wood burning.
Hours are 7am to 6pm and they are open Wednesday through Monday; closed Tuesdays. Telephone is 207-824 HUNT (4868).
More Bethel Inn at 100
Celebrate the July 4th weekend. The Inn and Mahoosuc Arts Council have a bang-up program ready to roll. In addition to fireworks and live music, there will be a street dance and two art shows plus vintage car parade and show, a gala fashion spectacle representing each decade of the Inn's history. Fashion show will be from 6-8pm at the Bethel Inn Conference Center. Admission will be $15 with proceeds going to the Mahoosuc Arts Council. The Inn opened to the public on July 12, 1913.
Gould Academy Commencement Weekend
Friday evening Jim McLaughlin and Tom Zicarelli worked with 41 student band members and chorus to present five star musical entertainment. The musician Kathy and I voted as most fun to watch and listen to was the drummer.
Matthew Ruby starred with a great solo of "My Funny Valentine". But not to be outdone, in a very subtle way, were the strings - five young musicians who at times sounded like a What makes these concerts so entertaining is their variety – never a dull moment, solos, rhythm, chorus, the full band and lots of motion.
Gould's 177th Commencement
Guest speaker Linda Greenlaw was my idea of the perfect commencement speaker - brief, humorous, instructive, yet with unusual career accomplishments as a writer and swordfish boat captain. There are two kinds of education she said; there's the formal kind and the incidental kind – both important and continuous. Incidental education comes from daily experiences. She also noted that the worst advice she ever received came from her mother; but, on the other hand, as a youngster her best advice also came from her mother.
This year's Valedictorian, Yutong Li, whose family lives in Shanghai, will go on to attend college at Carnegie Mellon University; she emphasized that every one of us is a unique individual.
James Rambone, a Vermonter and honor student, addressed students and families in which he listed 13 points for Gould students to observe. Point 4 had to do with rules, what to follow, what to bend and what to by-pass. This one drew the most audience response.
The History Club
Early Days at the New Bethel Inn
Soon after the Inn opened owners Bingham and Upson began adding other properties to the inn's domain – one was a rustic camp on Songo Pond. In November 1914, Upson sold one-half of his Songo property to Bingham.
A 1915 Inn brochure included two interesting sketches: one of the Songo log cottage and the other a log cabin labeled "Fuller's Shack". William Fuller lived at the Bethel Inn for a while before buying the house on Broad Street later owned by William Bingham.
A circa 1915 photo of the log camp taken from a boat on the lake shows two horses standing in the parking area. In 1939 the Songo property was called Rest Haven Camp, Songo Pond.
Over the years various inn managers have fitted the camp into weekly guest activities in various ways which included scheduled cookout parties and in some instances "catered" events for groups asking for family reunions, etc. Today, a rack of canoes is available for guest use along with a swimming/ sunning float.
Correction: Last week I had a number of errors in my news; with the Citizen's help most of them were caught and corrected. One that slipped through indicated that Ernest Perkins wrote a history of Mason Street's homes in 1893; Ernest wrote the piece in 1983.
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My dilema and question
I am a male in my mid twenties with a large nose. It is rather hooked and twisted to one side - Think Adrien Brody.
I finally came to terms with it and largely forgot about it as I appeared attractive from certain angles and I believe so in general.
I was punched in the nose head on, about 5 months ago and then had a door opened on it 2 months ago.
The first time, I bled for about 30 minutes and it was tender for around 1 week. I didn't have any black eyes or notacable bruising but it was tender and I felt heavy downward pressure on it. The second time it didn't bleed atlough was tender for around a week and I could feel episodes of pressure for some time after.
The annoying thing is that given that my nose was already crooked, it was hard to tell the damage. But looking at myself over the last month or so I can tell that I am less attractive generally (perhaps it is not bigger or more crooked) and at one side a lump seems to have appeared.
I am certain that the lump was not there or atleast no where near as pronouced however it is difficult to tell what other differences have occured although I am appear much less attractive and it seems generally different.
However, as a male I am reluctant to go for rhinoplasty and come back with a completely different nose - I would just want my old one back. Is it possible to shave parts off the nose? Perhaps a little at new bump and perhaps the bridge where I hit it the second time and I assume has affected the appearance?
Im talking maybe millimetres without changing the overall shape. In a sense that I would be aware that my nose was back to normal but no one would be able to tell that I have had work (as no one has said anything about my change in appearance so far as they seemingly assume that my nose was always this bad).
Thanks in advance - Chevvy
Chevvy, I'm sorry to hear about your injuries :(
What you want is likely possible, but it is hard for me to know for sure without seeing your nose. Would you mind posting pictures of the nose from the front, side, and one picture in-between? :)
So you think that in general there is such a prodecure that im looking for?
Did you ever see a doctor about yor injuries (CT scan, neuro assessment)? If you just have minor injuries...bruising and maybe some scar tissue, you will probably eventually have your nose back. Swelling takes months to go down (believe me). Apparently, if the scar tissue, or lump, on your nose doesn't resolve the doc can inject a steroid into it and will disolve the fibrous tissue that has developed and treat the swelling.
It has definately changed shape, albeit bigger/more lumpy, rather than any full change in position. But maybe that will subside. It has been 2 months since the second time I hurt it, and 5 months since the first.
Pics would be helpful. A good rhinoplasty doc or someone that specializes in a nose style such as yours (i.e.: ethnic, natural looking, etc.) could help you. I agree with Mr. Z, regarding paying tons of money for an "Adrian Brodyesque" nose. I can understand you want to have a natural looking nose, and I'm not saying you should get a totally different nose, which would completely change your appearance, but perhaps somehing believable and natural would be a good compromise.
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Taizé Sung PrayersService time has switched back to 7:00 pm.
Taizé is an ecumenical, religious community in France with a distinctive style of music. Taizé worship consists of simple choruses, which are repeated many times and are often accompanied by instruments and vocal solos. Interspersed between the music are prayers, scripture and periods of silence. Communion, prayers for healing, and the lighting of candles are also offered at each service. The meditative Taizé worship services are open to all people and are a wonderful way to connect with God in the midst of a busy week. Rev. Tish Bowman leads our Taizé services. Join us the 1st Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm.
- September 3 at 7:00 pm
- October 1 at 7:00 pm
- November 5 at 7:00 pm
- December 3 at 7:00 pm
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Food manufacturers haven't always received the policy attention they deserve because it isn't necessarily viewed as a trendy industry.
That's the view of Tim Page, the Trades Union Congress's (TUC's) industrial policy expert, in this exclusive podcast for FoodManufacture.co.uk.
He says the government needs to follow the German model to get a "better-balanced" economy that gives greater priority to medium-sized food and other manufacturing firms to boost economic growth.
Industrial strategy
Page was speaking after a TUC-organised debate in London, where general secretary Frances O'Grady, Tory grandee Lord Heseltine, former Labour secretary of state Andrew Adonis and industrialist Andrew Churchill joined forces to call on the government to develop a coherent, long-term industrial strategy.
Listen to why Page thinks there is a broad consensus developing across party lines and why there needs to be a "better spread" of businesses across the economy.
He also advocates adopting many strands of Germany industrial policy and outlines the benefits he believes this could bring to the UK as the country battles to return to economic growth.


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Archive for 'Q Logic Products'
Small car Subwoofer solutions
Sep 06, 2009 by Jefferson Bryant.
So, you are bass head and you want to add some thump to your ride. The problem is that your ride is small, like a Corvette, Miata or some other two-seater with not much room. What are your options? The answer to this question which plagues a lot of audio fanatics depends on your resources. […]
Plastic, Fiberglass or Wood for Car Audio?
Jul 22, 2009 by Jefferson Bryant.
When discussing Q-Logic Q-Forms or Q-Customs, often I get the same question- Why Plastic? With all of the different types of materials available, why use plastic, why not wood or fiberglass? There are several answers to this question, and I will get to all of them. Wood- Wood is great for the basic flat enclosure. […]
Q-forms Upgrades to Thicker Plastic
Jul 20, 2009 by Jefferson Bryant.
Innovation in car audio is difficult. Whether you are talking about unique materials or custom equipment, being innovative is not a simple task. Just about everything has been done before, but that does not mean that it can't be done better. Q-Logic has been in the business of building pre-fabricated enclosures and vehicle-specific kickpanels and […]
What Makes a Good Car Audio System?
Jun 20, 2009 by Staff.
What makes a Car Audio system sound good? Questions answered by renowned audio engineer, Joe Gross of Q Logic
Re-Emergence of Q Logic
Jun 17, 2009 by Jefferson Bryant.
Since 1988, Q-logic has been providing vehicle-specific subwoofer enclosures, replacement kickpanels and pre-fabricated universal subwoofer enclosures for car audio enthusiasts. Originally started in the back room of a local car audio shop in Stillwater, Ok, owners Dave Cunningham and Bill Basore knew they had something special. By the mid-Nineties, Q-Logic had grown to be a […]
New Q Logic Store
Jun 02, 2009 by Staff.
We just launched Q Logic Direct, where you can buy many Q Logic products directly from the manufacturer. Have a Look and let us know what you think!
Video – Interview With Bill Basore
May 27, 2009 by Staff.
Why Q Logic? Interview with Bill Basore from Q Logic on Vimeo.
Video – How it's Made Reel
May 27, 2009 by Staff.
Q Logic – How It's Made Reel from Q Logic on Vimeo.


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John Galliano Spring/Summer Paris 2013
Here are images from Paris Fashion the Galliano show, hair by Orlando Pita.
Here are images from Paris Fashion the Galliano show, hair by Orlando Pita.
Guys are you looking for a light styling product that's not tested on animals, natural and works well? I recommend this product by Hamadi. Its a lot lighter than the previous pomades that I've recommended.
Its especially good on hair like mine. My hair is curly, fine and has a light frizz if its humid out. After coming out of the shower I lightly towel dry my hair, squeeze a dime size amount of pomade in my hair and that's it.
I love volume in my hair so its important that when it dries its not oily or greasy.
Someone asked what are my 3 favorite shampoos, conditioners and pastes. Here they are and I hope you enjoy them.
Aveda Exfoliating Shampoo is great way to keep the scalp fresh avoiding buildup. Remember guys the scalp is where the hair grows so keep it clean.
Abba Detox Shampoo is my personal favorite. I love my hair feeling squeaky clean at the end of the day after a day of hair products.
Tonic Shampoo by Bumble and Bumble is another great product for men that are addicted to gels and heavy waxes. Its not as strong as the Abba detox and is great for all hair types.
Lait Vital by Kerastase is a luxurious light weight rinse off conditioner for all hair types especially fine hair. A little goes a long way so do not over use.
Moroccan Oil Mask is a heavy rinse off conditioner for thick hair (straight or curly). Its meant to be left in the hair for a deep treatment for five to ten minutes.
Paul Mitchell The Conditioner is a leave-in conditioner that's been around for a long time and still works great. Keep in mind that you don't always have to leave it in, you can rinse it off when you want to.
Control Paste by Aveda is a matt finish paste that's flexible enough for all hair types. Be sure that you emulsify the product in your palms well. Its the thicker of my three favorite pastes.
She Uemura styling paste is simply amazing! It smells great, easy to apply and works great (for the ladies too).
Capital Force paste by Kerastase is similar to the Shu Uemura paste and is also great. Its a little softer but has a strong hold. The smell is very masculine so ladies be aware!
So men here it is, if you have anymore questions please feel free to write.
Antonio Gonzales
Guys if you use loads of hair products and you have a hard time removing the buildup of pomades, pastes or gels I recommend the Abba Pure Detox shampoo. I use it on my hair and I love it! It leaves my hair and scalp feeling very clean and easy to style.
I use it once a week, if you use a lot of grease or pomade this will give you a fresh start.
Okay guys, after searching for tips online about men's head-to-toe grooming, I still was not satisfied. Being 40 and becoming slowly gray (very slowly) I had questions of my own. So I decided write a well-researched and easy-to-read article on (drum-roll…) Manscaping! This will cover everything a dude needs to know .
Dudes and dude-ettes, the feet are of utmost importance, so keep them looking good. Regular pedicures are a great way to keep your feet in shape, removing dead skin and maintaining healthy toenails. If your toenails look like tortilla chips, there is a problem. I suggest that every man should have a pedicure once a month. Some of us go every two weeks. I think that's a little much. But if you're the man that goes once a year or never at all, you need to up the ante to once every two months at least.
If it's your first time and your feet are in bad condition, then call the salon/spa and tell them to get the sander and bolt cutter ready.
Just kidding! But seriously, do this. You'll love the feeling of freshened feet and your significant other will appreciate your effort.
In the meantime, use olive oil on your toes and heels to keep things soft. There are also many foot powders to choose from to keep humidity away and foot odor at bay. Gold Bond has a great odor eating powder.
Yes, I said I will cover all! So this is an area that needs some grooming too. Now I have a question for you: Which of these are you?
1) The dude walking around with a beave-hog (the love-child of a beaver and a hedgehog)?
2) Or the dude walking around looking like a plucked chicken?
I have great news for you: There is a healthy in-between place to be.
Different strokes for different folks; pubes are very personal, so you may have a preference as to how groomed you want to be. Just remember to not go to the extremes of the beave-hog or the plucked chicken.
To keep things in order, I suggest getting a simple clipper from your beauty supply.
This machine is perfect because it comes with trimmers of different levels. If you prefer to take the length shorter, I recommend using Gold Bond medicated powder to keep the unmentionables dry and fresh. Think about it: We cut the hair on our heads to look clean and presentable, but how about that little buddy of yours? He needs some grooming too!
Some of us are extremely hairy and we love it. The challenge comes when your hair is snaking out if your shirt and stabbing folks in the eyes. You've seen it before – the hair that knows no boundaries. If you're hairy and love it, you can keep it. We don't all have to be clean shaven. But we should all be trimmed.
A clipper machine with different guards for close or not so close trims is a great idea. If your back is hairy, it's a personal choice whether you decide to have it waxed or not.
Some guys have a skin reaction to waxing or even trimming, so do a test on a small area first.
If you decide to be waxed, go somewhere that's legit. It's your skin, so a place with good hygienic practices is important.
We have hair under the arm for a reason – we are not 12! If you want to trim, go ahead. If you want it all removed, then get a razor and do yourself the honors. If you're very hairy, be sure to do a deep cleaning on the pits every so often, using a basic body scrub and a washcloth.This removes deodorant buildup.
Hair in the ear is not in fashion and never will be. I've never heard a female client say, "I love a man with hair in his ears!"
Create a schedule for shaving or plucking the hair in the ear. The same schedule can include other body parts as well. In other words, have a special place on your calendar for man-scaping. This way, you'll always be on top of a hairy situation.
Listen to me carefully: Keep this in check. It is not cute! I have mine waxed. That's right! I know the hair there has a purpose, but I really don't care. It looks gross.
The waxing process is not super fun and it's not cute either. Depending on the wax they use, they apply it to the stick and put the entire thing in the nose. Wait a little… and say booyakasha!!
BAM! It's all gone!
They may also apply the wax to the fabric strip and stuff it in the nose and yank!
Clean and smooth.
You can also pluck, but that's more painful!!
This is another area that historically has not gotten enough attention. But times have changed and nowadays men are not afraid to ask their barbers or hairstylists to give their brows a little trim.
For the men that need more than a trim, I do not recommend getting your eyebrows waxed, unless you're into looking like Snooki. Tweezing is a more natural, masculine approach. Or wax the excess hair and do the actual shaping of the eyebrow with the tweezer. To help control the shape, use a little gel on the eyebrows, or you can purchase an actual eyebrow setting product.
Shampoo hair on your head every 2 or 3 days. If you're like me and have to wet your hair every day to feel awake, then wet your hair and condition only. For men's hair, if it's a little soiled it's easier to style. By staggering shampoo days, you also avoid over-drying the hair and scalp.
Also, if you wear caps regularly, wash your caps every two to three weeks. They really hold odor and bacteria. Also, wash combs and brushes at the same time.
Neckline (a.k.a. the nape of the neck)-
This is definitely an under-appreciated but extremely important area. Set up a biweekly visit with your barber or invest in one of those feather razors that has a guard so you won't cut yourself.
This is easy to use in between haircuts, and it's something that your friend or significant other can easily clean you up with.
It also helps you to keep a nice natural soft hairline without screwing it up. Apply a little powder to the neck first then use.
So my friends, I hope this information is helpful, and I wish you great manscaping!
I first met Jason Apparicio more than 20 years ago and he was already on a surf board. I always admired his love for the ocean and his vibe.
Last year I went home to TnT (Trinidad and Tobago) for three months and saw that my 14-year-old nephew (Steve Aeschliman) was being trained by Jason, and so I decided to take some lessons myself.
Jason just seems to have been made for the water. The man is like a fish!
I was fortunate enough to also get to know Jason's mom Helen and his wife and beautiful kids. I surfed with them too.
I asked Jason a few questions before he got on a plane for Indonesia.
A- At what age did you first get on a surf board?
J- I got my first surfboard at age 10. How would you rate the waters in TnT for surfing, especially for people who are just learning the sport?
A- How would you rate the waters in TnT (Trinidad and Tobago) for surfing, especially for people who are just learning the sport?
J- The Tobago waters are the best for beginners and Trinidad's for more advanced surfers. Needless to say it can be done in Trinidad too for the beginners.
A- How many classes do you think someone needs before he or she will feel comfortable on the board?
J- It could take a beginner six to 600 times to become a surfer, but it just depends on how bad he or she wants it, like everything else in life. But the average person takes about six to eight classes and then about a year of training to become a surfer that rides waves.
A- What is the biggest mistake beginners make when learning to surf?
J- If the beginners listen all should go well, but usually the biggest mistake is not listening. What's your ultimate surfing experience?
A- What's your ultimate surfing experience?
J- I have been featured on nine covers of international surfing magazines, and this is my biggest accomplishment in surfing.
A- It seems to me that surfing is a great way to pull a community together. What do you think?
J- Surfing is really not a sport but a lifestyle that has trademarks of a healthy sport, but there's more to it than the athletic side of it. Like in life, you have to devote yourself a lot to get good results, and this is what we do as surfers. We wait for swells for months.
A- I've shared loads of time with your mom, wife, and kids. They are beautiful! Your mom said you've always loved surfing. What do you have to say to kids who are interested in surfing?
J- Get a board and let's ride some waves!! Blessings jah!
The editing of this blog was done by Camile Lamb of the Perfect Words,Ink.
I would like to introduce you to friend of mine, Giancarlo Lalsingh, I met Gian when I was home in Trinidad and Tobago and he had my attention from the minute we met. He not only has a great smile he works hard for a great cause. Gian took me to patrol one night on the beach and it was the most incredible experience I ever had.
I then asked Gian if he would do a Q&A for my mens blog and he agreed.
Question: What is S.O.S. and when did it start?
Answer: S.O.S. stands for "Save Our Sea Turtles," and it's a small community-based group started in 2000 to combat the illegal hunting of nesting sea turtles in the Courland Bay area of Tobago. Even though sea turtles are listed as critically endangered, they are regularly killed for their meat, eggs, and shells in Tobago.
Q: How many types of turtles do you have coming to Tobago, and are they all endangered?
A: There are three species of turtles that nest inside Trinidad and Tobago; the Leatherback (Dermochelys Coriacea), Hawksbill (Eretmochelys Imbricata) and Green (Chelonia Mydas). Two other species inhabit our coastal waters and nest sporadically on our beaches: the Loggerhead (Caretta Caretta) and Olive Ridley (Lepidochelys Olivacea).
Q: What tracking methods do you use to follow turtle migration?
A: We currently use Flipper and PIT tags on nesting turtles in Tobago. This allows us to track the nesting patterns of individual sea turtles on our beaches and in some cases the migration from other nesting beaches in the Caribbean and offshore programs, some as far away as Canada.
Q: Explain the Adopt a Turtle Program?
A: The Adopt a Turtle Program allows individuals, groups, schools, and other organizations to take part in sea turtle conservation and contribute directly to our efforts. Persons can adopt a nesting sea turtle for a small donation (TTD $120.00 / USD $20.00) annually. For this small contribution, they get to name their own turtle and receive a certificate of adoption. At the end of the nesting season we send adoptive parents an update of their sea turtle's nesting activity. Interested persons can contact us directly when in Tobago or through the Wider Caribbean Sea Turtle Network website (www.widecast.com).
Note: When you donate via the WIDECAST website, under the section "Add Special Instrument to Merchant," indicate: "Please forward donation to SOS Tobago/ Turtle Adoption."
Q: Is patrolling nesting beaches at night dangerous?
A: Patrolling at night does pose some risks, but generally it is not dangerous. We do take many precautions to ensure the safety of the turtles and ourselves by working with local game wardens, police and the armed services.
Q: How has the response been from the people of Tobago, and do you recruit assistance of all ages?
A: The response has been a positive one, but there are still some people who continue to hunt our beloved endangered sea turtles. This is compounded by the continued legal harvest allowed by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago, despite being a signatory to numerous international treaties that mandate us to protect sea turtles. It is important that Trinidad and Tobago ratify such commitments as sea turtles migrate vast distances throughout their lifetime and require international conservation efforts to ensure their future survival.
We accept people of many ages to participate in our efforts, however, persons who volunteer for night patrols should be 18 or older. Younger persons can take part in nightly organized turtle watches, public and school education events, daytime nesting beach checks, and nest excavations.
Q: What would you like to say to your readers that would convey just how urgent the need is for help to make S.O.S. a bigger success?
A: A Native American proverb says: "We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children." Our efforts are about making sea turtle conservation a success in Trinidad and Tobago through community outreach, education, research, and eco-tourism. Globally, sea turtle populations continue to decline as a direct result of the actions of human beings. People should remember that everything they do, however small, has an effect on the environment we share with all forms of life.
Q: What is the funniest experience you have had so far with your job?
I'm not sure I could describe it as "the funniest experience," but I'd certainly describe it as the most back-breaking! I once had to help a Leatherback turtle, which can weigh upwards of 1,000 pounds, who only had three flippers. The turtle was called "Little Miss Sunshine." Leatherbacks nest in 2-3 year cycles and lay 5-10 nests in one cycle every 10 days. This particular turtle was missing a back flipper, probably due to a shark attack, and was unable to move her bulk up the beach to nest.
Turtles prevented from nesting will 'dump' their eggs at sea, where the eggs will surely die. The first time I encountered this turtle I was on patrol by myself and had to jump into the sea, help move her 1,000-pound body up the beach, and dig her nest chamber for her. No easy feat for a person that barely tips the scales at 140 pounds! She must have appreciated the effort, because the next three times she nested I was on patrol and had to repeat this performance followed by a sore back the next day! All worth the effort!
Thanks To S.O.S and all my fellow Trin-bagonians for your love to our beautiful islands!!
As you become more knowledgeable about your haircut and the products you use, breaking bad habits can change the finish of your haircut. It seems some hairstylists think the sign of a good haircut is hard edges lining the hairline but that is not always true.
The hairline is the outline of the growth of hair on the head. When men go to a barbershop, typically the cuts are pretty conventional. Military fades are clean with great blending and the slightly longer cuts sport very strong shapes and edges. I commend good barbers for these techniques, often delivered with speed and great results. But as hairstylists, we should be ready to change it up a bit and soften those sharp edges to deliver a more modern, up to date look.
When a man chooses to wear his hair a bit longer, there is no need to always wear a carved haircut. The edges (aka hairline) don't have to be cut exact with the trimmers. In fact, there's no need for trimmers at all.
When you look at the back of the head it's not naturally a perfect square shape, nor is it an extreme even line all the way from ear to ear. Some stylist even trim the hair past the outer edges of the hairline creating a whole new hairline shape.
The alternative is a "natural hairline" and natural can be a very good thing.
A natural hairline means the outline of the hair growth is left soft, tapering off without going past the outline growth. It can be cut with a straight edge razor or even a feather razor. If trimmers are used, it's done subtly then softened with the straight razor.
This is a modern, less dated look. Some men have great hairlines, so why should we as hairstylists treat it as though we are doing the lawn?
My male model came to me with a couple of weeks worth of growth after having his hairline severely edged. He was not terribly happy with the outcome but could not articulate the reason why. But he was Unhappy! I assured him he still looked great but admitted he was a perfect example of "hairline done wrong."
Using the razor I softened the back hairline and used the scissors around the ear and on the sideburns. I went through the haircut and added some texture to the top, along with some point cutting.
I noticed that his hair was thinned out a lot so I refrained from doing any blending or texturizing with the thinning shears.
In the end, we were both happy with the results and he was handsome once more!
Need a little creative help? Give me a shout out here at Comessenyc.blogspot.com and Portfolio Salon in Coral Gables, Florida!
Happy styling!
Antonio Gonzales
I am writing today about the challenges men face with fine, wavy, medium length hair.
Getting the right cut…
In the past, if you've gotten a bad hair cut and now need to find a new hairstylist, beware if he or she spends seconds with the consultation before cutting. Be sure you have a hairstylist that asks questions.
The hairstylist maybe really talented, but if you've had problems in the past, it means there must be something you are not getting. Communication is key. It is only natural to want to avoid this uncomfortable situation but it is best to ask for a full consultation first. At this time your potential hairstylist should be asking questions to better understand your hair, your needs and your desires.
1) How often do you shampoo?
With fine hair shampooing too often makes the hair too dry and fly-away. I recommend every 2-3 days.
2) What shampoo are you using?
Most of the time when I ask this question, men say they hate using their wives shampoo. Keep in mind, wives often have color treated hair and use a heavier shampoo, too heavy for men with fine hair.
3) What conditioners do you use?
Once again guys, you cannot use your wife's conditioner, it is likely to be too heavy. Also, instead of shampooing on the second or 3rd day, rinse only (while working oils off of the scalp) and use a little conditioner.
4) What styling products do you use?
This is a huge problem for men because they are not given enough directions on how to use the product they purchase or options on how to style their hair.
On this model I used Boost by Orlando Pita to help smooth the frizz and break down the wave while blow-drying by hand. The idea was to have the hair look natural and not too styled. After the hair was dry, I added some Elevate, by Orlando Pita as well to add texture leaving it with a "slept in" look. A little sexy…no?


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X-POSITION: Gillen & Schaefer Expound on "Origin II"
Tue, December 24th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Kieron Gillen returns to X-Position with editor Jeanine Schaefer to take on all questions about this week's "Origin II" #1.
COMIC REEL: Diesel Official for "Guardians"; Rogue Cut From "Days of Future Past"
Mon, December 23rd, 2013 | Category: TV/Film
Marvel officially confirms Vin Diesel for "Guardians of the Galaxy"; Bryan Singer states Rogue was edited out of "Days of Future Past" & more.
EXCLUSIVE: Black Bolt Reigns In Joe Madureira's "Inhuman" Art
Mon, December 23rd, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
CBR makes your holidays merry with an exclusive full-page look at Joe Madureira's art for his and Charles Soule's "Inhuman" #1.
Paquin's Rogue Cut From "X-Men: Days of Future Past"
Fri, December 20th, 2013 | Category: TV/Film
Bryan Singer has revealed that Anna Paquin's one and only "Days of Future Past" sequence as Rogue has been cut during the editing process.
Jemas Plans To Tell "Ultimate-Style" Stories with Take-Two's New Graphic Imprint
Fri, December 20th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Former Marvel Publisher Bill Jemas discusses his new role as head of Take-Two Interactive's new comics imprint, and what to expect moving forward.
COMIC REEL: Rudd Official For "Ant-Man"; Rooker on "Guardians of the Galaxy"
Fri, December 20th, 2013 | Category: TV/Film
Paul Rudd official for "Ant-Man"; Michael Rooker teases Yondu in "Guardians of the Galaxy"; Chris Cooper on "Amazing Spider-Man 2" & more.
Fraction, Zdarsky Get Meta With "Sex Criminals" #1 Fourth Printing
Thu, December 19th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Creators Matt Fraction and Chip Zdarsky feature in a hilarious fourth printing variant cover for "Sex Criminals" #1
COMIC REEL: "Ant-Man", "Man of Steel 2" Casting Rumors; Kirkman on "The Walking Dead"
Thu, December 19th, 2013 | Category: TV/Film
Casting rumors continue for "Ant-Man" and "Man of Steel" sequel; Kirkman discusses possible Negan appearance in "The Walking Dead" & more.
"X2" Writers Join "X-Men: Apocalypse" Team
Thu, December 19th, 2013 | Category: TV/Film
A new photo from Bryan Singer indicates Simon Kinberg, and "X2: X-Men United" writers Mike Dougherty & Dan Harris have joined the team for "X-Men: Apocalypse."
EXCLUSIVE: Venditti Sends "Armor Hunters" After X-O Manowar in 2014
Thu, December 19th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Robert Venditti discusses Valiant's big 2014 event, "Armor Hunters," introduced in the publisher's Free Comic Book Day issue in May.
COMIC REEL: Hudson Up For "The Flash" Role; Gimple Teases "The Walking Dead"
Wed, December 18th, 2013 | Category: TV/Film
Ghostbuster Ernie Hudson may be up for a role in "The Flash"; Scott Gimple teases the rest of "The Walking Dead" season four & more.
New "Amazing Spider-Man 2" Poster Has Electricity In The Air
Wed, December 18th, 2013 | Category: TV/Film
The newest poster for "Amazing Spider-Man 2" features a look at New York in the middle of a lightning storm.
REVIEW: Telltale's "The Walking Dead" Season 2: "All That Remains"
Wed, December 18th, 2013 | Category: Video Games
Telltale Games delivers another masterful adaptation of "The Walking Dead" with its Season Two premiere, "All That Remains."
X-POSITION: Hopeless Looks Back on "Cable and X-Force"
Tue, December 17th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Writer Dennis Hopeless joins X-Position prior to the "Vendetta" crossover with "Uncanny X-Force" to look back on his time with "Cable and X-Force."
Darabont Sues AMC Over "The Walking Dead" Profits
Tue, December 17th, 2013 | Category: TV/Film
Former "The Walking Dead" showrunner Frank Darabont has filed a lawsuit against AMC over profits for the successful drama.
COMIC REEL: Gordon-Levitt On Board For "Sandman"; Wolverine's New "Days of Future Past" Suit
Tue, December 17th, 2013 | Category: TV/Film
Joseph Gordon-Levitt to produce "Sandman"; a new look at Wolverine's "X-Men: Days of Future Past" uniform; "Ant-Man" rumors & more.
Image Teases The Return of Lapham's "Stray Bullets"
Mon, December 16th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
Image has released a very specific teaser that may herald the return of David Lapham's "Stray Bullets" after nearly ten years.
COMIC REEL: Millar's "Starlight" Heads to Hollywood; New "Sin City" Poster
Mon, December 16th, 2013 | Category: TV/Film
Fox is in negotiations to adapt Mark Millar's "Starlight"; "Sin City: A Dame to Kill For" gets a new poster and more.
Bendis and Quinones "Survive" For Marvel In March One-Shot
Fri, December 13th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
CBR News has confirmed Brian Michael Bendis and Joe Quinones will team up for Marvel's "Survive" one-shot in March.
Seeley & Lucas Conclude "Talon" in March
Fri, December 13th, 2013 | Category: Comic Books
DC Comics' March 2013 solicits confirm that "Talon" will end in March with an issue by Tim Seely and Jorge Lucas.


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Gibbon Slacklines TreeWear Tree Protection System: Pair, Green
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Burnley striker Charlie Austin insists he is unconcerned by talk of big-money moves following his astonishing scoring form.
The 23-year-old's headed winner against Leeds last week took him to 20 goals this season in 17 appearances, making him the top scorer in European football and the fastest player to reach the landmark in Burnley's history.
Austin also etched his name into the club record books with a double in last month's 4-3 win at Bristol City. An eighth consecutive match on the scoresheet, during a run which included two hat-tricks, saw him match the exploits of Clarets legend Ray Pointer in the 1958/59 season.
During his time at Swindon, Austin felt speculation around a move up the divisions hindered his form and, as such, has little time for reports linking him with a host of Premier League clubs ahead of Saturday's Championship clash with Charlton.
"I'm not up there - I play in the Championship, I don't play in the Premier League," he said. "If I do get there, brilliant, and I'll assess that situation when I get there.
"I play for Burnley in the Championship at the moment, I've got a job to do in the Championship scoring as many goals as I can and that's what I'm doing."
Crystal Palace's Wilfried Zaha saw his superb form in the second tier rewarded with an England debut against Sweden last night, as part of a squad containing only two recognised strikers.
Nevertheless, Austin does not view himself as being close to a similar honour.
"Look at the England strikers that are in the Premier League that didn't get called up," he said. "I'm just doing my job for Burnley and scoring goals and if I get rewarded, I get rewarded.
"But there's a lot of strikers out there a lot higher than me." There are still none higher in terms of goals scored in the continent - Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo only drawing level on 20 after netting last weekend.
But Austin sees competing with Barcelona and Real Madrid's leading lights as futile.
"That's impossible, they end up with about 70 goals," he added. "Messi's just gone past Pele's record with 76 goals in a calendar year - I don't think I've got 76 goals in the last three seasons.
"You can't compare. Those two are the best players in the world by a long way."


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Earlier today, my tweet about Electronic Arts' (EA) marketing campaign for its upcoming game - Dante's Inferno generated a few responses wondering how many people actually look at web source code every day. EA had hidden ASCII art and some clues with in the source code of popular web sites. Here's why I thought this was an effective tactic.
Just look at the number of people posting about this stunt and the responses they elicit (including my own tweet and the responses they generated). I agree that most of us are not in the habit of looking at web source code every day. But the novelty of the idea caused us all to comment on it and spawn discussions that are all probably accomplishing exactly what EA wanted in the first place from its marketing campaign
The key for any social / viral marketing campaign to be successful is to be as unique as possible. Programmers have been known to hide golden eggs in source code all the time and EA leveraged it very effectively as a marketing campaign. Breaking the mold and launching unique marketing campaigns takes some serious guts and EA has made several bold moves including this to promote Dante's Inferno.
While some of these tactics – such as staging a fake protest at E3 – may have crossed the ethical line for most people, not all companies had to resort to such borderline measures. Pepsi pulled out of 2010 Super Bowl advertising and instead chose to spend $20 million on its Refresh Everything program that awards $5,000 – $250,000 to individuals and organizations that turn good ideas into projects that make a difference.
Frankly, I can't wait to see more such campaigns that blend viral marketing concepts with social responsibility.


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It's NOT Molly =)..
My neice Carrie was due with her second girl at the end of the month- I think her due date was the 27th. She went to the Dr last week and the dr just measured and everything was ok.. she woke up this morning at 3:30 and said she didn't feel good- she got a bath and was just not sure what was going on. She said 'God give me a sign- what do I do?' She let the water out and got on the side of the tub and her water broke- OK thats my sign..
She woke her husband and he said 'Can I drive you or do we call an ambulence?' She said 'We better call' .. So they did. He drove behind her in the car (not sure why) and she had to push- the baby was born in the ambulence on M99 - about 30 minutes from the hospital!
Two hours after she woke up!!
Well she was breech- so there may have been a lack of oxygen - She only pushed 3 times ! They will know more in three days. Her body tempurture is low and they want to bring it up slowly. She will be in the hospital for 7-10 days..
Send up some Prayers for Jordyn Aubrey plz !!
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Thank You ALL Very Much !
I told my sister to tell my neice I got my boardies Praying =)..
Oh what a story she will share when she gets older..


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Sausage and radicchio orecchiette
Sausage and radicchio orecchiette
Recipe by:
Debi Mazar and Gabriele Corcos
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Sausage and radicchio orecchiette
1) Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil. Once hot, add the onion and the sausages and using a wooden spoon, break up the sausages into small pieces as you brown them. Add the mint and bay leaves and continue to cook.
2) Once the sausage is golden brown, add the wine to the pan, and stir away, let the alcohol evaporate, then lower the flame and season with salt and pepper. Add the walnuts and let the sauce slowly simmer for about 5 to 10 minutes.
3) Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions for al dente.
4) When ready to serve, add the radicchio to the sauce, and stir well.
Cook's Note: You want to wait until the last minute to make sure that it stays crunchy, as opposed to wilted and cooked down.
5) Add the cooked pasta and toss. Add some grated parmesan, to taste. Serve immediately.
6) Buon Appetito!
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Virtual Users And Domains With Postfix, Courier, MySQL And SquirrelMail (Ubuntu 9.10)
Hello Ubuntu Nation ...
I used the "Virtual Users And Domains With Postfix, Courier, MySQL And SquirrelMail (Ubuntu 9.10)" HowTo to try to correct my postfix config when it suddenly stopped working. Now, I'm not doing virtual users or quotas, but everything else is in there. Here's the rundown of where things stand:
What does work:
Incoming mail to my users is handled properly
Reading IMAP mail, either through Squirrelmail or an external client works
Sending mail out through Squirrelmail works
Note that Courier-IMAP is configured to authenticate through the MySQL DB, as is Apache for some directories.
What does not work:
Sending email through external clients times out on the connection attempt. This is configured (badly, it would seem) to authenticate to the same mysql database as Courier and Apache via saslauthd and the pam_mysql plugin.
Note that I did have this working at one time. Unfortunately, an upgrade made it go wrong (I think), and since I couldn't see the problem (I seem to have been kept in the cache longer than any of the other users) I've been sitting on this for some time.
Here's my main.cf:
soft_bounce = no
pwcheck_method: saslauthd
I know the relayhost is empty. This is intentional, and does not seem to be causing issues with mail sent via Squirrelmail.
The problem is that when trying to connect to postfix with a mail client like Thunderbird, Apple Mail, Outlook, etc. the connection times out. Same with telnetting in to port 25. I have verified that port 25 is open in the firewall and that the port is listening. When trying to connect, I can even see the SYN_RECV state on the server, but nothing whatsoever shows in any of the logfiles.
When I telnet in to port 25 from the server, I see this:
# telnet localhost 25
What's the output of
netstat -tap
Hi Falko,
netstat -tap is showing the master process listening on port 25, and there was nothing whatsoever in the mail logs. There were definitely packets coming through, but that only served to obscure the problem. I've just come across a solution that I probably should have though of before:
Turns out port 25 was being blocked by my ISP - why it was still letting some packets through, I have no idea.
I had gotten into the habit of using webmail when I changed my home ISP and didn't notice the problem until I was past the association. My other users didn't notice it at the same time because my brother was traveling and connecting through hotspots that were not blocking that port.
The fix was to uncomment the submission configuration in master.cf and open port 587 in the firewall.
Other things I had to remember:
* Open the submission port in the firewall.
* Update the Squirrelmail configuration to use the correct port.
* Set the -o smtpd_tls_security_level=may in the master.cf submission config to allow Squirrelmail to connect without TLS, as well as external clients that may not be able to use it.
* Add the following to the master.cf submission:
-o mynetworks=127.0.0.0/8
* And change the smtpd_client_restrictions setting to include mynetworks.
Without these changes, I'd have had to jump through hoops to get Squirrelmail to go through the SMTP authentication as well as the IMAP authentication. Didn't seem worthwhile.
So, now I'm on to the next problem. It seems the postfix - sasl - pam - mysql authentication chain is not quite right. But at least I'm actually getting useful information there. If I can't find the solution to this one, I'll post another thread.
I hope this helps someone else avoid the frustration I went through.
Thank you!
Cyrus and postfix
sorry if I have used the wrong thread to ask the question. but I thought it's some what related.
apparently, I have a fedora running cyrus and postifx to host several domains with similar setting with virutal users, domains with postifx, mysql and squirrelmail.
I have also a ubuntu 9.04 running ispconifg 2. I have just moved one domain say xxx.com from the fedora to ubuntu.
Now, the problem is emails sent from the fedora to the xxx.com (now docked in ubuntu). when investigating the maillog in fedora, the xxx.com email address resolve back to the fedora host name which is the old host.
how do I get it to point to the new host?
any help appreciated
It will look something like this:
188.8.131.52 xxx.com
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Today started out as normal as it usually does. Same old routine that goes on for a normal work day. However about 20 minutes ago I started thinking about what this weekend has to offer. I'm off sunday(the only day in about 14 in a row) so we all know what that means. Saturday night is going to be one wild fiesta...right? of course, I've got plenty of money to blow on party favors, which is what would typically happen. However, a thought occured to me that I have a freakin' date saturday night. Not that this is anything unusual, but this with a girl, who would probably call 911 if I was to bring the things I usually do, around her. She's the girl you watched walk across the stage to receive a high school diploma, and you start questioning whether she even went to the school. Somehow, our completely opposite lifestyles crossed paths on monday night as we were both enjoying margarita monday at the local mexican restaurant...one thing led to the next, and before you know it, I wake up the next day with a phone number in my pocket.
OK...now this girl is a gymnast, probably never even had a drip of alcoohol touch her skini untill she was 19 or 20...someone I usually would be seen dead with. BUT, something came over me and thought this would work. So right I don't know what I'm feeling, I'm nervous, anxious, almost scared because I don't know how to act around these kinds of girls. Could this lead to a path of corruption and chaos? IT Wouldn't be much different for me, but I don't want to be the one responsible for taking a good girl and flipping her over the edge...wait a minute...maybe I do. Maybe that is the whole reason I'm doing this anyways... I mean, who DOESN'T enjoy a challenge here and there? Anyone can take a normal girl out and binge off kokaine for a weekend, right?
So, as I sit here, wishing I could be at the local pool hall, I still don't understand what I'm doing with this. Maybe I thought she could be the one that could pull me out of the lake of insanity my boat has been so aimlessly twirling around in. Or maybe I'm just bored with the people that are around me on a daily basis. Honestly, I don't know what the hell is going to happen, but it would be nice to find a nice fire to sit around for a couple months. This could be just what I need.
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An important first step - the most important step of the whole process, really - is to overspend your budget by exactly $243.56. No more, no less. More, and the anal retentive Dutchman to whom you've shackled yourself in the no-other-sex-with-anyone-ever hell that is marriage will explode immediately. Less, and you won't feel bad enough to make the rest of the process as interesting and instructive as it could be.
So. Overspend by $243.56 on a gas convection heater with a nifty LCD screen and a remote control and two program settings and all sorts of wonderful things that don't mean much to you like "Lo-Nox" and "Cool Touch Convector" and "Doesn't spontaneously combust much." Buy it mainly because the saleswoman is cute and cheerful and her mouth looks like something you could probably spend the next few weeks violating in every way one woman can violate another, and when she says "Lo-Nox" her upper lip does this quivering thing that would taste like honey on your tongue.
Lose the seven year old somewhere in the plasma screens over the other side of the store while you hand over almost a thousand dollars to the sweet mouthed little blonde with streaks in her hair (she wanted me, I know it) and watch her ass as she carries the damned thing to your car.
Locate the seven year old, where he sits crosslegged in rapt and attentive worship at a seven foot full color widescreen altar and drag him bodily to the car as he mumbles electronic brand names under his breath. Assist the blonde goddess in putting the heater into the back of your station wagon. Have the following exchange:
"Do you think it'll fit?"
"Yeah.. we'll just.. lift this.. and shove this in there..."
"Oh, getting rough, huh?"
"They like it that way."
"Who doesn't?"
Decide to come back later and follow her home, and then return to your Castle of Marital Bliss and Family Perfection. Have a brief "discussion" with the Dutchman that involves this:
"Look how pretty I am."
"Oh god what have you done?"
"No, really, look at my pretty boobs."
"What did you... oh lord those are nice... what did you spend?"
"..I find you very attractive."
"With great tits."
"Well, I didn't marry you for your cooking."
Wrestle the heater inside and hook it to the gas and electrical outlets, as per the crystal clear and non-translated-from-the-original-polish-b
y-an-illiterate-indian-telemarketer instructions. Gently explain to the two year old twins that having Gladiator battles with the Styrofoam packaging isn't a fun idea. Switch heater on.
Observe, with dull surprise, the pretty blue LCD flash with "Flame fail. Press reset." Press reset like the appliance told you to, because doing what appliances and wildlife tell you to do has never steered you wrong before.
Put the twins in seperate corners because they were trying to beat each other to death with pieces of the box the heater came in. Blame the Dutchman for this mess, because he interrupted your masturbation last night and if you'd had an orgasm you might not be all tense and frustrated and willing to buy dodgy heaters from hot little saleswomen.
Reread the instructions. In a moment of inspiration, spend a productive half hour tearing them into teeny tiny pieces and sprinkling them around the heater in a pagan ritual of fertility. Then try and explain this to the Dutchman without using the word "medication."
Go outside and beat a stick against the wall where you assume the gasline runs. Come back inside flushed and triumphant after beating the wall into submission, and turn the heater on. Watch the little blue screen flash "Flame fail. Press reset."
Press reset.
Call the gas company and scream at them for supplying dodgy bayonets. Scream at the Dutchman for asking if you put it in the wall properly. Scream aimlessly at walls and furniture and pets. Sit on the floor by the heater, stare grimly at the television, and repeatedly press "On. Reset. On. Reset." For an hour and a half. Snarl at the Dutchman when he suggests you give up. Mumble something about air in the gas pipe and persist in your monotonous "On. Reset." meditations.
Start trembling with orgasmic joy when the fucking thing finally works. Gloat. Try to program it only to realise that you need the instructions to do so. Conveniently forget about the teeny tiny pieces and blame the Dutchman.
Dance around smugly until you're threatened with divorce.
(Congratulations on purchasing the new Everdure Lumina Convection Cool Touch Lo-Nox LCD Easy Program Spawn of Satan Tool of Destruction! We're sure you'll find that your new heater is as easy to use as the average nuclear reactor. If you have any problems, don't call us. Ever. We don't exist.)
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What are the taxes on this property? How much are my taxes?
The Collin Central Appraisal District does not levy taxes, set tax rates or collect taxes. The appraisal district does not capture the amount of taxes on any property. Click here for the link to the Assessor-Collector offices in Collin County.
Are property taxes based on a percentage?
No, not since the creation of appraisal districts in 1982. State law requires property taxes to be based on the full, 100%, market value of a property less eligible exemptions.
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