Successful snowboarding careers, check. Successful endeavors in music, video and clothing, check, check. I had the opportunity to interview pro snowboarders/entrepreneurs, JJ Thomas and Josh Sherman and discuss everything from the competitive snowboarding circuit, Winter Dew Tour, “A Day in the Life,” with Josh, JJ’s music, “Pee Wee Sherman Rail […]
Ingrown hairs are a nasty part of the grooming process. They occur when a hair does not grow out of the follicle properly. The hair folds back into the follicle causing redness and irritation. While there are ways to reduce the chance of occurrence, it inevitably happens some of the […]
By the time most relationships hit the skids, one or both parties can be so pent up with hostility, anger, and resentment that thinking clearly and objectively might look like “mission impossible.” Once the level of a relationship reaches DEFCON 4, you can just about forget about acting civil towards […]
Everyone enjoys being part of the “in” crowd every now and then, right? Here are some tips of who to get friendly with at the bars. You may think making friends with the owner is the best way to be part of the inside crowd. Although that is definitely one […]
This concept may be foreign to most males: being single by choice. Women do this, and men should take note. Take three different guys and their scenarios where it can and should apply: I have this friend – we will call him “Joe.” Joe, as his name implies, is just […]
Aside from the obvious presence of alcohol and people, bars and clubs can differ quite a bit. Of course there are plenty of hybrid-type establishments that offer a little touch of both worlds. Stereotypically speaking, the two are distinctly different. Keep in mind there are many levels of each from […]
Denial is an ugly thing. It’s also incredibly emasculating. Sometimes you just need a good kick in the pants or a bro friend to grab you and say, hey, snap out of it. This chick is less into you than Hitler was into Jews. Here then, are ten signs to […]
At MaleStandard, Down Syndrome is a disability that we hold very close to our hearts. This year, as in the past, the MaleStandard team will be walking in and supporting the Down Syndrome “Buddy Walk” of Orange County on November 7, 2010, not only in support of a boy we […]
As with many shots and drinks, there are a few variations of the oatmeal cookie shot. I find this to be the best tasting, and the one that most accurately resembles an actual oatmeal cookie. This is a great shot to enjoy around the holidays! Ingredients 1/2 oz Bailey’s Irish […]
I am sure many people wonder what it’s like to raise a child with Down Syndrome. To be perfectly honest, it’s not very different from raising a typical child. At times, it’s actually easier. Yes, there are the early intervention classes that Blake has attended since he was 9 weeks […]
