Post here with a question or statement of a general nature is you don't want to go to the trouble of creating a new thread.

Hey New Yorkers, I read that ya'll pay a sales tax, but only on purchases above $110. Is that right or am I interpreting something incorrectly?

Less than 2 percent of the world's people have red hair, but does that mean they don't deserve their own emojis?

The long-neglected ginger population is rejoicing with news that they'll finally be represented in a group of 157 emojis coming out this year.

Im ginger and could not care less if i have a emoji or not..

My brother has Red hair , he should enjoy that.

Just saw something ... might have been a mirage: a Cadillac stationwagon.

It's called a hearse.

Oli, is this what you saw:

https://jalopnik.com/heres-what-a-perfect-cadillac-cts-v-wagon-is-worth-now-1801087310

No TB. It looked like one of the old style, enormous Cadillacs.

Happy Passover! Don’t forget to put rams blood on your doorpost tonight, unless your first born is an asshole.

The next day:

"Look at that! What is that? Blood? I can't get it off. I tried asking my neighbors about it, but they're either packing up to leave or making funeral plans. I was supposed to have a buyer look at my place today. He took one look at the blood and left. Now what do I do? Insurance won't cover it. I tried everything: Oxyclean, Mr. Clean, Brillo Pads. Nothing works. Madonne!

Happy Easter & Passover to All.

Gotta Roll.

Will Check back in Monday.

When Jesus left the tomb, he left his clothes behind. So .......?

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That would leave him naked, the same way we all came into the World, why not leave the same way?

He was leaving his tomb, not the Earth until 40 days later.

An Afghanistan war veteran who had his genitals blown off by a roadside bomb is the recipient of a donated penis and scrotum that doctors hope will restore his ability to function normally, after a 14-hour surgery that doctors hailed as a medical first.

The veteran, who asked to remain anonymous for privacy-related reasons, received the tissue transplant from a team of 11 doctors - nine plastic surgeons and two urological surgeons - at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore in March. The procedure was the result of years of research, studies and cadaver work, giving doctors hope that if it proves successful, it could be used for injured veterans and other men with severe injuries to their genital regions.

This video is creatively in-depth and one of the best subliminal contenr release this year.

Childish gambino is amazing

This is America it must be fun to shoot someone in their head from behind.

The Duke & Duchess of Sussex's wedding service was overseen by the Right Reverend David Conner. He begins his address at 5:17 in the wedding ceremony.

I loved that Reverend Conner had the gall to define what marriage is to the the couple, and the watching world!!

The Real Royal Wedding

I always thought the Bruce Springsteen song "Nothing Man" from The Rising was about a 9/11 survivor and/or fireman, but apparently, the song was written before 9/11. One theory I've read is that it's about a soldier who had his penis blown off.

https://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/brucespringsteen/nothingman.html

Starbucks will close 150 poorly performing company-operated stores next year, about three times as many as it typically closes.
The affected stores are located in mostly urban areas that are densely populated with Starbucks locations.

The company told investors late Tuesday that it expects same-store sales to grow just 1% for the quarter that begins next month, lowering its previous guidance. The stock slumped 3.5% in after-hours trading.

Good.

L.O.L. Dues , u think just like me.

I walk my dog each night in a nearby park. Last night we got out in the parking lot, and I saw a black thing lying across the top of the trash can at the park entrance. We walked over to it, and i saw it was...a violin case. Now anyone who posts on these boards knows what has to be in a stray violin case - a Tommy gun, right? We did about 20 minutes circling the garbage can, coming back periodically to it. No ID, just a plain black violin case. I finally got up the nerve to inspect it. The latches were all open. I opened it ver-r-r-y gently. It was empty.

We left the park and on the way home it hit me: my prints are on the case. I think I'm going to like prison.

That’s funny.

You beta lawyer up...LOL

1 person in that 2% is my beautiful wife.

Mississippi finally getting in on the lottery.

Same place: black rubber boots with colorful polka dots, for a teen or young woman. Good mystery stories have been based on less.

FamilyTreeDNA, an early pioneer of the rapidly growing market for consumer genetic testing, confirmed late Thursday that it has granted the Federal Bureau of Investigation access to its vast trove of nearly 2 million genetic profiles. The arrangement was first reported by BuzzFeed News.

I was interested in doing this through Ancestry.com but heard these types of firms were keeping a database of the samples you provide. Once I found that out, I said no thanks. Not that I have anything to hide. But they should not be keeping this without my consent or just in general.

Jupiter Space Porn

Don't forget that DST starts this weekend.

I wish they'd end it because that extra hour of daylight burns up my garden tomatoes.

And I wish they'd keep it year round... embrace the light!
But I hope you're joking about it affecting the plants (plants don't have watches)... lol

Whattsamatter? You never heard of a morning glory?

I had the same thought as you.

I watched a documentary on the golden state killer. They had the killer's DNA but it wasn't in the data bank; but a distant relative of his was in the data bank. This led the investigators to narrow the suspects and find the killer. It's amazing what they can now do with DNA.

Find article below:

https://www.sciencemag.org/news/201...den-state-killer-can-home-about-60-white

Anybody have any experience using a safety razor? I've thought about switching before and am currently thinking about it again but wanted to get some feedback from others who have made the switch? Thanks.

I use one. It's the closest shave you'll get but it takes some getting used to and you run the risk of nicking yourself. A styptic pencil is a necessity especially when first starting out, but if you prepare your face properly (lots of warm water and a good shave cream - I use a shave butter and always a fresh blade) you'll do OK. They're harder to use than say an Aftra blade with a lubricating strip but like I said, the safety blades give a better shave. Get a good razor (the part that holds the blade) and some alum is a help. Just go slow.

Thanks SC. How often do you go through blades? I've got the styptic pencil and from the research I've done, it looks like it takes some getting used to. I would be using it on my face and head as well. The razor and blades seem pretty inexpensive. Thinking about just buying what I need, giving it a shot and if I don't like it, switching back.

I-12, since I've retired I no longer shave everyday; more like 1 - 2 times a week, so my usage has of blades has dropped substantially. I buy the double edged blades in packages of one hundred each and that will last me about six months. That package costs me about $12. I shave my head also but I'm not worried about getting a super-close shave there so I use an electric razor for my head. Besides, I'd worry about getting nicks on my noggin. Your facial skin will "toughen up" a little after you shave your face regularly. Plus those blades are easier to use if you trim the top of a mustache like I do.

Thanks SC. My head I shave about every 3 days, my face one a week (I know, I'm lazy with it). So you'd say give it a shot and try it out?

Yeah, why not? I'd only suggest buying a small box of safety blades first to see if like them. And go very slowly at first so you don't cut up your scalp.

Just wanna let you know that my hub was named Commander for the American Legion post 104 in Neon, Kentucky. And I'm the VP of the Ladies Auxiliary.

Congrats to Ray.

Thanks SC!

Congratulations to you and your hub.

Congratulations to you and your husband. I can only speak about the ones in or near my area and they do great work, especially during times of disaster and its aftermath.

Thanks SC.

Thank you Blueracing 347

Thank you Giacomo_Vacari

What an Honor, congratulations and may your leadership be a blessing to all.

Thank you DuesPaid.

I use a Norelco daily because it's quick. Not as good as a blade shave, though. I've been searching for the perfect blade shave for years. The multi-blade cartridge shavers work best for me. I tried a highly touted safety razor with highly touted blades--not as good as ordinary multi-blade cartridges. Seldom shave with blades now.

Interesting.

Moe, your new Avatar is hysterical.

LoL

Thanks TB for the feedback. What didn't you like about the safety razor?

SC, if you're interested???? Not my sale. was surfing the interwebs and thought it was fit with your avatar .

https://cnj.craigslist.org/clt/d/clark-vintage-humphrey-bogart-18x24/6813814916.html

^^^ I have that hanging up in my room. My grandmother couldn't wait to get rid of it when my grandfather passed.

I use a Norelco also. It's a manual one. It came with an Allen wrench which inserts into the side of the shaver head to rotate the blades.It takes a while, but it works and saves on electricity. The blades never wear out.

Irishman, the safety razor pulled on the skin, making me back off on pressure, hence not as close or comfortable a shave as with cartridge.

I shaved with my safety razor for the first time today and I got the same thing TB on my face. The razor seemed to pull at my skin, which I didn't like. Although, they say to give it a few times before you get comfortable with it so I'm going to continue with it for now. I shaved my head with it as well and only nicked myself one. But as you said TB, not as close of a shave. Although for a first time, not as bad as I thought it might have been. SC, how long do you use your blades for before switching to the other side of the blade or replacing it outright? I shave my face once a week (I'm lazy with it) but I shave my head about every 3 days just to give you an idea about my usage.

It's important to prepare the face first. The best time to shave is right after a shower when the face is at its "moistest". A good shave butter (instead of canned shaving cream) will help the pulling of the skin. This type of shaving is more labor and time intensive than a disposable cartridge with a lubricating strip. If you use plenty of warm water on your face you'll get used to it pretty quickly.

As far as the time I used one blade - I'd never use a blade more than two times (or two days) when I shaved my face. These blades lose their sharpness and deteriorate pretty quickly. I have to admit that I used a cartridge occasionally when I had to shave fast (i.e. when I overslept and didn't have much time). I liked the Gillette Atra blade with the lubricating strip. But I always felt "cleaner" with the old fashioned safety blade when I had the extra two minutes to shave my face daily. I will use an electric shaver on my head about once a week (more likely once every ten days) but my face warranted a daily shave back then.

Who knew guys paid so much attention to their face grooming. And here I thought guys had it pretty easy. At least you don't have to worry about night creams, make-up, hairdos and such. Ha ha.

Don't worry I'm sure you'll both look cute.

Me, last time I visited my brother in Michigan: "I need to fix my face before we go." My brother: "We don't have all day." All these years later and I still get teased. ha ha





TIS

Those days are long gone for me, TIS. Now that I don't HAVE TO shave my face daily, I don't.

I started my old-fashioned method as a memorial to my dad. When I was a young kid I'd love to watch him shave and we'd bond during those times. He bought me a "play" plastic razor and a little cup with soap and a shaving brush so I'd get used to using it. Over the years I let that collection grow to usable items like a real razor, a shaving mug to hold the shaving soap and a good shaving brush to put the soap on with. Then a stand to hold the razor and brush in between shaves. Then a straight edge razor (the kind barbers used to run a leather strap over). And finally some old-fashioned after shaves and colognes (bay rum was the stuff all Brooklyn barbers used back in the day).

Amazing how one gets used to stuff like that.

Thanks for the feedback SC. Yes, this is definitely a slower way to go and more labor intensive. I used a shaving cream on my head but a shaving oil on my face. I'll try the cream on my face next time and see if it helps any with the pulling of the skin. Also, I heard the best time to shave is right after a shower but I always shave pre-shower. I've also heard to wet a hot towel and wrap it around your head to simulate a fresh shower, but I just don't have the time for all of that Wow, only 2 shaves per side per blade? Geez, thought they lasted longer than that. One of the reasons I switched was to cut down on the number of times needed to switch out blades. Although these do seem to be cheaper. 5 came with the razor and I've seen on Amazon I can get a pack of 100 for about $8.

I'm getting concerned. This thread is developing the trappings of a beauty parlor.

Oil,

Does this sort of give you the urge to get your nails done as well? 😉😂


TIS

Not just nails TIS, but Yoga pants too.

SC, today I tried shaving after the shower and I do feel that's a better shave, so it looks like I'll be doing that from now on. Switched to the other side of the blade. Looks like I might get a week's use out of them. But I saw on Amazon 100 blades for $8, so that's about 2 yeas worth of blades at one a week!

Yeah, it's really not expensive at all when it comes down to it.

I appreciate the feedback. Still getting used to it. Nicked myself again a little (it's the area of my head in the front where it curves that I've been having trouble with). Takes more time too unfortunately but to spend $8 for almost 2 years worth of blades, I'll continue trying to adjust to it.

Hey guys, how are you all doing? I gave up reading about shaving process after a couple of posts and thanked my lucky stars I don't have to shave my face everyday. It totally makes up for not being able to pee standing up.

Irishman, another problem I have with a safety razor is that the edge is too wide to maneuver easily on and around the chin. The smaller cartridge razors get around more easily.

Thanks Turnbull. I have a beard so I just need to trim it but I can definitely see how it would be difficult to maneuver with the safety razor. I primarily use it to shave my head and it can be a little troublesome with that as well. I'm sticking to it. Got 100 blades for about $9 after using the 5 that came with the initial razor. It takes a little longer to shave because I have to be more careful with it. I'm not sure if it gets a closer shave than what I was using prior. But overall, I'm happy with it (mostly due to the low cost of the blades).

Off topic of beards for a moment :lol

I recently went to an awards assembly at my grandson’s elementary school. Believe it or not one of the students in his class, six grade, is actually named Luke Sky Walker. 😂 The teachers enjoy saying his name and the audience always responds. I’m sure his dad must be a Star Wars fan, because he had on a shirt that said “Luke Sky Walker’s Dad.”

TIS

Just throwing in here: I got the Costco brand (Kirkland) razor with disposable cartridges. Triple blades made with "German precision". I've been using them several months, and like them quite a bit so far. I'm very erratic in shaving, have a very heavy beard, and can wipe out a Gillette double blade in one shave. I'm not sure how long the Costco blades last, because I've been disposing of them when I think to do it - I haven't had sign that the edges are beaten up, or had them get clogged with beard. The handle feels substantial and the head swivels. It's a little under $25 for the handle and the first 14 cartridges.

Are ya'll Paesani aware of this CBS Sunday Morning segment about gaining Italian citizenship?

Here's part of it: "Ferretti has found that, unlike U.S. citizenship which is based on where you were born, in Italy it's based on whether your parents had Italian blood in their veins – blood that can run down through the generations, all the way from Phil's immigrant ancestor, to him."

I guess I'm eligible to apply.

Okay fellow Board members, read the following mail from one of my prospective students. The class in which she has enrolled is conducted exclusively online and lasts only 30 days.Try to put yourself in my shoes: how would you respond to this student?


"I am a Dual Credit student taking your Government class over summer. I know the class starts on June 10th, and that until then I will not have access to ... assignments. During the days of June 12-17, I will be on vacation and unavailable to complete any class work during those days. Is there anything you can tell me about the structure of your class? If there is any work I can complete before class starts, I am happy to do so. If not, then I am prepared to make up everything I miss during those days."

Dear Student

The dates of the class run from June 10th through July {?}. You are expected to be online for all classes and to finish all assignments in a timely manner. If you cannot do so then I suggest this class is not for you.
Sincerely,

Oli, these are college level courses you're teaching, right? Summer vacation is not an option.

Exactly SC.

Just threw away my third cartridge this year.

I have a question.

I received a Belkin wireless phone charger for my iPhone 8 for Christmas. I really like it. What I want to know is can I leave both the adapter and the pad cord plugged in all the time, or do I have to keep it unplugged? I use it often on throughout the day. The charger isn’t working if there’s not a phone on it right? 🤔

I hope everybody had a Great holiday.

TIS

You can leave it plugged in.

Thanks

Hey Oli how's it going? Did you have a good Christmas/New Year?


TIS

Indeed, I did. My wife and I drove out to AZ and returned Christmas eve. Beautiful out there. The only negative about New Year's Eve is that it signals that we are a year older.

How about you?

I did thank you. Spent Christmas Eve/Christmas with my kids and grandkids. Didn't do anything New Year's Eve. You're right, another year older. Can't stop father time. LOL



TIS

Can't we at least slow him down a little? I turned 60 in October, Tis. I was 47 when I joined this site!

Happy New Year. All the best.

Why you’re just a kid. 😉 how are you doing Pizza boy? Hope all is well.


TIS

My Wife and I have one we leave on the end table where we watch TV and leave it plugged in all day.

Good question TIS since we often wonder if it gets hot and should be disconnected.

We typically unplug it if we know we are not going to be around or going to use it for awhile.

When we go away for a few days I hit the power strips for every to off.

Only thing I leave on is the fridge and the burner or Air.

Thanks Dues. I really like it don’t you? It’s so easy. 😉 Hope you too had a good holiday.



TIS

Thank you, this was a great question since we always are thinking if we should unplug many devices.

We do love it, its so easy to use.

We had a great Holiday , hope you did as well.

Great, Tis. Thanks. Enjoying the warmth in Florida.

I do the same. I unplug my computer, wifi, alarm clock, etc. when I'm out of town for long periods of time. Why have them running up your bill if you're not around?

DP and Irishman, I learned the hard way to unplug hair blow dryers. One day my wife left it plugged in after using it and about 15 minutes later, I smelled smoke.I quickly ran to the bathroom and the dryer was on fire. I unplugged it and immediately put the small fire out with a wet towel. I was reimbursed by ConAir with 2 new blow dryers. Thank God we were home. I learned to always unplug the hair dryer.