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by sysiphus
Sun Feb 05, 2017 7:09 am
Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
Topic: Sciatic nerve and inverstion tables
Replies: 24
Views: 8288

Re: Sciatic nerve and inverstion tables

Inversion table is the second-best thing that has ever happened to my back - first was a traction table that did the same thing (but horizontally). Once you learn to relax those muscles supporting your back and really let yourself get stretched, it's a fantastic way to spend a few minutes!
by sysiphus
Fri Oct 19, 2007 1:58 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Shaving Hell=Boot Camp
Replies: 20
Views: 6759

I'm going to try to get by with a cream and brush though.... I'll see what happens. FWIW, I would not suggest it. In basic training, you will want to draw as little undue attention to yourself as possible. Wanna be unique? Drill Sergeants/Drill Instructors/MTIs LOOOOOOOOVE unique! it breaks up thei...
by sysiphus
Thu Oct 18, 2007 4:11 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Shaving Hell=Boot Camp
Replies: 20
Views: 6759

I really do not get the not allowing the proraso and requiring the Edge. Any idea why? -Mo If the USN is anything like the Army, the two words "ignorance" and "conformity" come to mind. Ignorance as in "shaving cream doesn't come in a tube, it comes in a can. I can prove it...
by sysiphus
Fri Oct 12, 2007 8:08 am
Forum: Shaving Creams & Hard Soaps
Topic: Can you put on Proraso without a brush?
Replies: 9
Views: 5617

Put on Proraso brushless myself yesterday.

The results were less than stellar. About the same as with canned gel-not much cushion, not what you'd call 'slick', either. Just kind of a slime across the face. I'd say use even the cheapest of brushes rather than going without a brush at all.
by sysiphus
Fri Oct 12, 2007 7:35 am
Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
Topic: Embarrasing email names
Replies: 14
Views: 3745

Especially when you can get all the email addresses you want for free from places like yahoo and gmail, etc. I'm no recruiter, but I have always thought that one should have one email@isp.com address, or at least one from a non -yahoo -gmail -hotmail -etc. account. Perhaps I'm overthinking it a bit...
by sysiphus
Fri Oct 12, 2007 7:18 am
Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
Topic: WIRELESS ROUTERS
Replies: 18
Views: 4074

Sue, for a pure answer to the question, the answer is yes. Wireless routers are safe and dependable. The problems come up because most of them are usable right out of the box. This means that they ship with a well-known administrator password, and precious little of the built-in security activated. ...
by sysiphus
Fri Oct 12, 2007 6:51 am
Forum: General
Topic: After 2 years - I did the UNTHINKABLE!!!!
Replies: 42
Views: 8453

I am confused by these razors. I got a pack of Bic Regulars to see what people were talking about, and I got a terrible shave. Injectors, DE's, and disposable straights, all work great for me, but not the Bics. Do you need to use a little pressure on these, or what's the secret? I believe the Bic r...
by sysiphus
Fri Oct 12, 2007 6:46 am
Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
Topic: I used to be handsome
Replies: 12
Views: 2614

Trumperman wrote: I chase my wife around in my Zorro suit.


Bill
Wow. I don't even let my wife wear my Zorro suit! You must have a very strong and trusting relationship! :wink:

Does that mean you wear the Wonder Woman outfit?
by sysiphus
Fri Oct 12, 2007 6:42 am
Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
Topic: A milestone of my own
Replies: 17
Views: 2999

Outstanding, Tim! I can't wait for the day I can say what you have said! I have a date set, and am actually looking forward to it! My wife just went over the 90 day mark, and if she can do it with me in Iraq and 3 kids to raise by herself, I don't think I can allow myself to use this deployment as a...
by sysiphus
Fri Oct 12, 2007 6:35 am
Forum: General
Topic: I need some help and my wife needs a bit of advice
Replies: 16
Views: 3451

My father had an accident many years ago that required him to be shaved by my mother for a while. Definitely use a cartridge razor, preferrably a swivel-headed jobby, and tell her to use the same caution as she does when shaving behind her knees and around her ankles. That should give her enough inf...
by sysiphus
Sat Sep 15, 2007 7:28 am
Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
Topic: Remembering 11 September 2001
Replies: 46
Views: 7204

Wow! what an amazing hijack to a memorial thread! I guess the cat's out of the bag, it's all been a plot by Bushitler, the JOOOOOOS, and Halliburton to "erode your civil liberties" If having a terror sponsor's phone tapped (or putting panties on a prisoner's head) is too high a cost, what ...
by sysiphus
Fri Sep 14, 2007 6:42 pm
Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
Topic: WWII planes in Rhode Island
Replies: 17
Views: 4102

My wife's grandfather was a B17 pilot. Had 2 planes shot out from under him. (Says her mother--not that I don't believe her) He was also a Bataan survivor. When he was rescued, he weighed 96 lbs. When he passed just a few years ago, he was over 300. After he got home from the war, he vowed he would ...
by sysiphus
Fri Sep 14, 2007 1:42 pm
Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
Topic: Another food topic
Replies: 25
Views: 3875

EV comes off of the first press, it has nothing to do with region or type of olive. As the oils get harder to extract, several methods are used to get the remnants out. Steam and raw heat are used mostly.

Extra Virgin is the first cold press of a particular type, a 'single malt' if you will.
by sysiphus
Wed Sep 12, 2007 1:50 pm
Forum: General
Topic: 2 Pass vs. 3 Pass shave experience
Replies: 28
Views: 6819

I have recently started a two-pass routine, first XTG, then ATG. Works just as good as a 3 pass for me!
by sysiphus
Wed Sep 12, 2007 1:47 pm
Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
Topic: Remembering 11 September 2001
Replies: 46
Views: 7204

Chaps, you are right.

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by sysiphus
Tue Sep 11, 2007 12:18 pm
Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
Topic: Remembering 11 September 2001
Replies: 46
Views: 7204

I was getting ready for PT when I turned on the TV and saw the 2nd plane hit. Got to work and PT was canceled, but we weren't allowed to leave the base to go back home. Spent the next 72 hours on the phone with DISA and satellite operators. God's peace to the survivors and the families of the victims.
by sysiphus
Tue Sep 11, 2007 12:44 am
Forum: General
Topic: Lady asked my wife to ask me to help stock a store
Replies: 23
Views: 3956

Sam, you might also want to consider the possibility of blame and backlash if the sales are less than expected. Is the shop owner a family friend, business acquaintance, or simply an employer? Don't mean to sound like a wet blanket, it seems like a wonderful opportunity. I just think it's important ...
by sysiphus
Sat Sep 08, 2007 5:07 pm
Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
Topic: Message From The Pony Express
Replies: 8
Views: 1943

Re: Message From The Pony Express

I don't know which one I'm from, I was born in the mid 60's, so I guess that's the "Far Out Generation." Isn't that GenX? I think it runs from Veet-nam era babies to the "class of 2000". Thing about GenX-ers, we don't like to be labeled. :roll: And 'bleedingface', on a more seri...
by sysiphus
Fri Sep 07, 2007 1:16 pm
Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
Topic: Front Desk Tip
Replies: 23
Views: 6425

Boy is LESS than two syllables?

I think the reason it works so well in Vegas as opposed to other places is that they would rather you gamble with your money in their casino than spend it on the room. Or beverages (while at the tables/machines), food, etc..
by sysiphus
Thu Sep 06, 2007 2:29 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Mouthwashes
Replies: 30
Views: 4591

hyperwarp wrote:Louis XV never used Listerine (duh), he used Botot.
And, he is dead. Need I say more?