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Cigar Shop in Vegas?

Started this discussion. Last reply by StaggerLee Mar 5. 6 Replies

Hello everyone,I need some advice from the folks at AoM. At the end of the month, I am going to Vegas for a weekend with my buddies for one particular friend's bachelor party. We are all very low key…Continue

Tags: Cigars, Party, Bachelor, Vegas, Las

Question About Tailoring and Suit Sizing

Started this discussion. Last reply by Nathanael Jan 16. 3 Replies

Hello ladies and gentlemen,I have a question about suit sizing.  I am an attorney and I have to wear suits every day.  I have been practicing for only a couple years, and during that time my funds…Continue

Tags: tailor, 38L, suits

The Oscar Rabin Band featuring Patti Forbes

Started this discussion. Last reply by Betz Feb 24, 2011. 2 Replies

I thought I would share this with everyone here since we all have an interest in the era of our grandparents.  My grandmother was a British singer with the Oscar Rabin band, a successful British Big…Continue

 

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Latest Activity

Betz replied to Matan Nawi's discussion Greetings from Israel
"Welcome to the Community, Matan.  It's always good to see some posters from around the globe.  I too hope you enjoy being a member and participating in discussions!"
Monday
Betz replied to Liam's discussion Is it possible to beat addiction? in the group The Great Debate
"Hard to contradict a professional, but I have to disagree based upon my own experience.  I was a heavy cigarette smoker from 15 to 22.  I quit once I graduated college and went to law school.  Now at 28, I have absolutely no desire to…"
Monday
Betz replied to Victor E. Franklin's discussion How often should a man see a Doctor?
"I get a physical once per year from my regular doctor.  I have high interoccular pressure (high pressure in my eyes), which is a sign that I may develop glaucoma, so I have to go to my opthamologist 3-4 times per year.  However, if you…"
Monday
Betz replied to Mike B.'s discussion Talking about past relationships
"I answer questions as they arise, however I never bring up ex-girlfriends for any reason if I can avoid it.  I never ask her questions about her past relationship.  I see no good coming from that.  "
Jun 12
Betz replied to LShieldes's discussion Whistleblowers vs leaks vs security in the group The Great Debate
"Your question is exactly what a powerful democracy in the modern age will always have to struggle with: how do we balance the need for our citizens to make informed decisions (something without which our democracy will certainly fail) versus the…"
Jun 11
Betz replied to Mikey's discussion Traditional Side Part Hair Style Question
"I would personally stay away from that.  If it ain't broke, don't fix it.  I wear my hair in the same style and I've never had this done. "
Jun 11
Betz replied to Ryan Gerhard's discussion Non-leather shoes?
"Also, try suitsupply.com.  They have a lot of great stuff for decent prices. "
Jun 11
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Jun 11
Betz replied to Ryan Gerhard's discussion Non-leather shoes?
"Nothing wrong with it, but it's not what he is looking for."
Jun 11
Betz replied to Ryan Gerhard's discussion Non-leather shoes?
"Hi Ryan, Given you preferences, I think a saddle shoe like the one you posted would be best.  Suede is a great day time, casual shoe that is also smart.  Blue and brown are good colors; stay away from black.   I might encourage you…"
Jun 11
Betz replied to Jan Zajc's discussion Color match
"If in doubt, always go with white.  White is almost never wrong."
Jun 11
Betz replied to Tucker B. Arnold's discussion Summer jobs for a teenager
"I worked as a deckhand in LA harbor one summer.  Was one of the best jobs I ever had.  I'm an attorney now  . . ."
Jun 5
Betz replied to Vincent's discussion Appropriate Interview Suit?
"To the OP: You will be fine.  You are wearing a suit which is what is appropriate.  The exact cut, styling is probably not going to make any difference at all during your interview.  "
Jun 5
Betz replied to Nate's discussion looking for a more gentlemanly look
"Try suitsupply.com"
Jun 5
Betz replied to Darren's discussion Dress Trousers or Chinos?
"Darren, For work I would always go with the wool pants and dress shirts.  Never feel like you should worry about being over-dressed.  I am the guy in my office who is always over-dressed (I wear a suit every day to work whereas a lot of…"
Jun 5
Betz commented on Randall "Skitch" Hodgson's group Deutsch Sprecher
"Hennie -- Ich stimme dazu!  Hamburg is meine Lieblingsstadt Deutschlands.  Ich habe in der naehe von Hamburg studiert (Goettingen).  Dom -- Ich bin Amerikaner und ich komme aus San Francisco.    Und du?  "
May 15

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"Alles ist nie so schlimm wie es aussieht. Normalesweise ist es schlecter."

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At 12:43pm on March 22, 2010, Jérôme Denis Andre said…
"Alles ist nie so schlimm wie es aussieht. Normalesweise ist es schlecter."

- Im "schlechter" fehlt ein "h" ...
- "Normalesweise" ist nicht korrekt. Richtig wäre: "Normalerweise"
- Nach "schlimm" würde sich glaub ich ein Komma gut machen. Ich bin mir aber nicht wirklich sicher in dieser Sache ...
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At 1:46pm on February 25, 2010, Brett McKay said…
Welcome to the Community, Steven! If you have any comments or questions, don't hesitate to let me know.
At 3:51pm on February 24, 2010, Herb Munson said…
Alright! Welcome to The Great Debate. Great to have you with us.
At 2:53pm on February 24, 2010, Herb Munson said…
Hi there Steven. Welcome to AoM. Also, thought I'd give you a friendly invite to check out my group, The Great Debate. Just click on "Groups." It's the one with the colorful galaxy picture. It's also one of the most active groups on AoM. In any case, great to have you aboard.
At 2:50pm on February 24, 2010, Michael J. Austin said…
Outstanding Steven glad to have you aboard and you are very welcome :)
At 12:33pm on February 24, 2010, Michael J. Austin said…
Hello and welcome to the site Steven !!!!
 
 
 

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