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Well, I do like HR, and all my work wardrobe is from there, since I got a 'real job' that is...Mind you, I never buy the Armani or Ferragamo suits. I go for JP Tilford or Boss, and the JP Tilford stuff looks as good as 10 years ago... Coppley is probable their least-expensive brand (but the difference is noticeable), and they may still have Arnold Brant... But kitting yourself as proposed here will require a minimum of $2,500, but likely more like $3,500...which is a rather steep entry price... Getting the overcoat (Fall and Winter) to match the kit at HR would set you back another $1,400... Nice thing about HR is the white shirt sale in early December (did I get that right?), where decent quality shirts can be had for $60 or so. End of season sales are the time to go, really... Some of the shops on Sparks will carry Samuelshon like HR, and so does Holt Renfrew at 240 Sparks (between Bank and Kent). As for the other suggestion to go for the blue pinstripe suit? I don't want to be too negative, but I go... meh! Sadly (or not), the classic navy blue stuff is the safest choice, bland, but safe, and when has few suits in one's wardrobe, a must... All confused? I would be. Congrats again on the promotion...

Go with your heart is my first piece of advice: charities exist for all the good causes within our communities, from helping expecting mothers who are socially isolated and need support and guidance (nutrition, etc.), to day camps and activities for young kids, to companionship and meals-on-wheels for seniors. There are Canada-registered charities for international causes (helping communities achieve self-sufficiency, victims of natural disasters, environmental concerns) and obviously funding health-related research. Second, money is essential for charities to keep going, but nothing beats human interaction. If you have special talents or just time to offer, nothing comes close to the personal touch. But you know that already, from your experiences associated to POWERS. There are some practical aspects to consider. Most charities devote too much resources and efforts to raising funds, so that at the end of the day, too small a percentage of one's donation goes to the cause, and too much to mass-mailing, slick PR folks, etc. I prefer to give $$$ anonymously, through the internet, as my name then does not appear on any mailing list (so no wasteful mass-mailing is triggered) and administrative costs are kept to a minimum. A good website is canadahelps, in my signature. Finally, a quick background check using the CRA website can be useful. Look for the right cause in the right location for you (http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/chrts-gvng/lstngs/menu-eng.html) and then a bit of googling may allow determining its track record, its administrative efficiency, etc. They are scammers out there, so be careful, even among registered charities, so checking them out is a must. Food banks have great needs for both $$$ and people of goodwill, and are to be found everywhere in the country. They always are a good choice.

You may go for a chain like Moores to expand your kit this week, but do it minimally. Thinking long term, nothing beats quality, so I suggest you really do consider going for better quality stuff: Five-ten years later, it will still look good, but the inexpensive kit won't and can be made of rather coarse fabric... A nice sport jacket can be combined with different colour trousers, shirts, ties, sweater, etc. to create many looks. Come the evening, with jeans and all, a different look... The key, at better stores, is to be on the lookout for sales...They do discount heavily, and average size guys (40-44) can find nifty stuff for cheap(er)... Sparks street has a few nice shops between Elgin and Bank... Congrats on joining the ranks of the suit-guys!

My reading of her website is that she offers incalls daytime and outcalls, evenings. So, if daytime incall is working best for you, then you are in luck. Have I had the pleasure yet? No, as daytime doesn't work for me, nor do outcalls... Best toine

Mornings can be so beautiful...

This lady is gorgeous!

Another fine lady from the same treasure trove...

May I suggest that these two ladies can be considered lovely alt women?

Well, it really depends what the clothing request was all about. I'm a plain vanilla kind of guy. I feel that a clothing request of the type, it would be nice to see you with a business lady kind of look (skirt and matching jacket over a white blouse) versus casual, Friday evening attire (jeans and cool, cowgirl type of blouse), versus sundress and sandals look are all fine, and should be fairly easy to accomodate. Looking like a vamp, a nurse, a school teacher or a risque-librarian kind of look is entirely different. Would it turn me on? Quite likely! Would I ask for it? Nah, I most often am happy to be with somebody who is comfortable in what she is wearing, and I love it if she lets me undress her real slow...

Well, there is no review on CERB, as somebody who's been around for five years should know. No review, only recommendations... Possibly that after a month without feedback, it is a case of going to see for yourself. Have fun. toine

Well, as I wrote before, basic psychological phenomenon, though very weird given the environment: the heart longs for that which it cannot have...

There was a blonde beauty who seemed to be about 4'11'' yesterday evening. No idea of her name. There were a few tall ones, and quite a few within more typical range. I left early, so the 10 o'clock outlook may have been different from when I was there.

Yep, much less drama on this side, and possibly a much cleaner view of the relationship between votes garnered and contributions...though, as D17 noted for himself, this toine got many more votes than expected! Too bad about the drama, by the way, no fun for any of the people named in the debate... ...And I am worried I'd put my foot (nah, both feet) in my mouth were I to intervene on the 'other poll'.

Well, this lady is very pretty and so is this lady

Thanks to Mod for giving us the opportunity to show our appreciation to these amazing ladies who greatly contribute to making what CERB is all about. I had the opportunity to express my vote, confidentially of course, but I must say that all these ladies do make great contributions in their own way. Best wishes to all of them. toine

Yeah but, if it is Roederer Champagne, that's high-class alright! Me think she has a sense of humour and pulling everyone's leg...

I use my notes to write down lines inspired by other people's contributions, reminders of what makes some people smile or laugh, some recos regarding restaurants and whatnots. I keep track as well of some of my recent nominations, as I find it a bit frustrating to hit the 'first spread the love around message', lol... I've never tried to see how much info it can take, I try to keep it nice and tidy!