If you need to find out how to keep dreadlocks clean, you can use the handy advice book that has plenty of tips on keeping your dreadlocks clean and your scalp healthy at PinoyDreadman.

First of all, there are a few things that you will need to keep in mind when trying to wash your dreadlocks, which can be done, but you will need to wait at least two weeks before shampooing a set of new dreadlocks. Below are some handy tips from PinoyDreadman:

• 1. Use a low lather shampoo, and make sure the water is either tepid or cool so as not to melt any wax that you may have in your locks.
  
• 2. Use products that tend to your scalp. Dreadlocks make you prone to dandruff.
  
• 3. Don't use conditioner. It will loosen your locks.
  
• 4. If you want to use a nylon, slip it over your head before you wash your hair, because this will keep the locks in place, so as not to loosen them during washing.
  
• 5. Shake your head after washing. Don't use a towel to blot after squeezing the excess water out of your dreadlocks, because towels may leave fuzz in your hair. Use a bed sheet to blot the locks.
  
• 6. Let your hair dry completely; then begin wax and twist process again.
  

What culture does dreadlocks belong to? Does anyone have the right to grow dreadlocks? Because Black people have kinky hair, many believe they're the only race that grows dreadlocks and it's black culture. However, if you travel the world, you'll find people of all color and cultures growing dreadlocks.

Dreadlocks are the natural result of three to six months uncombed hair. Strains of hair intertwine together and create "ropes" or "locs". All types of hair eventually clunk or matte together if left free of combs and hair relaxers for a long time. The texture of the hair determines how long it takes.

Thick coarse hair develops or grows dreadlocks fast, easy, and may not need chemicals or twisting. Thin straight hair will take longer. Also, it requires chemicals and twisting. Most Blacks' hair is coarse while other races have straight hair. In the end, however, both types of hair will start growing dreadlocks. To say one race of people is responsible or can claim dreadlocks as their own is a bold statement against the laws of nature.

The issue isn't what race of people did dreadlocks come from but rather, which accepts this unique and natural hairstyle as a part of their culture. So far, the answer has been a resounding yes from the Black communities across the nation and world.

For many Blacks, dreadlocks are a symbol of pride and cultural identity. Some are going natural because most hairstyles need the use of hair relaxing chemicals which may cause harm to hair and scalp. Dreadlocks are much simple to maintain: just wash and go.

In Bob Marley's song "Buffalo Soldiers," he describes the black soldiers who helped protect American settlers from Indians after the Civil War, as "dreadlock Rasta." The Indians called the soldiers "Buffalo Soldiers" because their dreadlocks resembled curly hair of the buffalo.

The Buffalo Soldiers are examples of how dreadlocks have been much a part of Black history and culture right here in America. In fact, historians have described how shackled slaves grew dreadlocks during the three to six month ride from Africa to America. The slave trader or master cut them off because they considered them "dreadful" to look at and forbade the slaves to grow them back.

Whether for spiritual reasons, personal motivation, or a fashion statement, Black people have been growing dreadlocks longer than most cultures. Today, the popularity of dreadlocks is on the rise not only for Blacks, but for many in other races.

As stated before, anyone can grow dreadlocks with patience and the right technique. It doesn't matter the color of skin or which part of the world you live in. Again, the hair's texture is what matters most. To find out what you need to grow dreadlocks, visit a hairstylist specializing in dreadlocks (locticians).

Here's a rule of thumb with much wiggle room. If you are of African descent with thick hair, growing dreadlocks should be natural, easy, and fast with few visits to a loctician. If you are not of African descent and have straight thin hair, it will take longer. You'll need more frequent visits to a loctician and the use of chemicals such as beeswax.

Dreadlocks are a big part of Black culture. However, they can be experience and enjoyed by every race in the world. So, in the words of Bob Marley "Grow your dreadlocks, don't be afraid of the wolf pack".

KILLER ON THE LOOSE

MANILA, Philippines - After 13 years, convicted killer Claudio Teehankee Jr. was released from the New Bilibid Prison in Muntinlupa City last week.

Justice Secretary Raul Gonzalez on Monday said President Arroyo has approved the granting of executive clemency to Teehankee by virtue of a letter dated October 2 to the Office of the NBP Director.

Gonzalez said Teehankee walked a free man last October 2 for "good behavior." He has been detained since 1991 for the murder of Roland John Chapman and Swedish-Filipino Maureen Hultman.

Teehankee is the son of the late former Chief Justice Claudio Teehankee Sr and brother of former Justice Undersecretary Manuel Teehankee, an Arroyo appointee. He was convicted in 1995 and was sentenced to one count of reclusion perpetua and one count of reclusion temporal, which carry a jail term of 20 to 40 years and 12 to 20 years, respectively.

"The President considered his (Teehankee) good behavior as enough reason to grant him clemency," Gonzalez said.

The Hultman-Chapman murder case was a murder case that gained wide publicity in the country during the early 1990's. This is due to the fact that Claudio Teehankee, Jr., the perpetrator of the crime, was the son of the late former Chief Justice Claudio Teehankee, Sr. and the brother of former Justice Undersecretary Manuel Teehankee. The case helped sway the public view on crime and restore the death penalty in the Philippines.

Court records show that Chapman, Hultman, and another friend, Jussi Leino, were coming home from a party at around three o'clock in the morning of July 13, 1991. Leino was walking Hultman home along Mahogany street in Dasmariñas Village, Makati City when Teehankee came up behind them in his car. He stopped the two and demanded that they show some identification. Leino took out his wallet and showed Teehankee his Asian Development Bank ID. Teehankee grabbed the wallet. Chapman, who was waiting in a car for Leino, stepped in and asked Teehankee: "Why are you bothering us?" Teehankee drew out his gun and shot Chapman in the chest, killing him instantly. After a few minutes, Teehankee shot Leino, hitting him in the jaw. Then he shot Hultman on the temple before driving away. Leino survived and Hultman died two months later in hospital due to brain hemorrhages caused by the bullet fragments. Teehankee was arrested several days later on the testimony of several witnesses. The witnesses were Domingo Florence and Agripino Cadenas, private security guards, and Vincent Mangubat, a driver, all three being employs of residents of the village.

Claudio Teehankee, Jr. was convicted by the the Supreme Court of the Philippines in 1995 of murders of Roland John Chap­man and Maureen Hultman and sentenced to one count of reclusión perpetua and two counts of reclusión temporal. As of 2006, he was incarcerated for thirteen years at the New Bilibid Prison in Muntinlupa City.

On October 6, 2008, Sec.Raul M. Gonzalez confirmed Claudio Teehankee Jr.'s release from prison by virtue of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo' commutation of sentence: "Everything went by the rules here. His [Teehankee's] records have been reviewed by the Board of Pardons and Parole before a recommendation was given to the President."

Source: GMA news, Wikipedia

President Arroyo, you sick bitch!

Whats left on your little brain?

Dreadlocks at Work

People have dreadlocks for spiritual reasons, making a fashion statements, or simply want natural hair. Whatever the reason, the unique hairstyle could be an issue in the workplace or business world. Co-workers or managers misunderstanding dreadlocks could allow negative beliefs to interfere with working relationships and affect productivity.

So how does a person with dreadlocks survive in the workplace or business world? Decide to let excellent work ethics prove your worth to the company. You can't change the way people think, but you can always control how you react and handle problems about your dreadlocks.

These tips will help you excel and succeed in your job of career with dreadlocks:

• Believe in yourself. Always keep a positive attitude and strong confidence no matter what happens during the workday. Those who hired you believe in your skills to help the company or department meet goals. Stay focused on that purpose.
  
  
• Be professional and dedicated. "Professionalism is knowing how to do it, when to do it, and doing it," quotes Frank Tyger. In essence, this means doing what the company hired you to do at the best of your abilities. Make a habit of creating to-do lists everyday and complete many tasks as possible.
  
  
• Build strong working relationships with coworkers. Be friendly with everyone in the company and be a part of the team. Have a positive attitude to be more approachable and easy to work with.
  
  
• Have good work ethics. Put in the long hours or extra time when needed. And don't complain when you have to work beyond your standard hours. Take pride in your work and leave a statement of success in every task you complete.
  
  
• Be on time. Get to work on time, or better, five to ten minutes before. Punctuality is important to managers and co-workers. It shows your respect for others who depend on the work you do.
  
  
• Know your company. Take time to learn about your company, its culture, long and short-term goals, and your responsibilities to help reach those goals. Visit the company's website often, attend all meetings, and ask questions that will give you a better understanding of your role in the company.
  
  
• Dress well. Your clothes should always be neat and pressed. Make sure you follow the company dress code. Shine your shoes and groom your dreadlocks. Men should wear long dreadlocks in a ponytail behind the head. Women are more flexible. A loctician or image consultant can help you create a professional business hairstyle with dreadlocks.
  
  
• Underpromise and overdeliver. Never take on more than you can handle and research your tasks thoroughly. It's always better to wow your co-workers and boss by doing more than to apologize for not delivering on time.
  
  
• Improve your skills continuously. Keep current on the changes in your industry and upgrade your skills match your industry's standards. Sign up for online courses, use computer based training (CBT) CDs, and attend seminars about your job or career.
  
  
• Stay positive no matter what. Keep track of what you say to you and others. End conversations on a positive note and action step. Never say you cannot perform a task, but rather, you will find a way to resolve the issue.
  
  
• Work gossip-free. Don't gossip with or about co-workers. And try to keep your life personal. Avoid gossipers by changing the subject or simply walking away. If gossipers talk to you about others, they also talk about you to others. Everyone knows the person who gossips the most. Be careful.
  
  
• Learn the art of listening. You have two ears and one mouth, try to listen more than you speak. When someone approach you for help, advice, inspiration, or anything work related, always give them your full attention with eye to eye contact. If you can't fully attend to the person at the minute for any reason, it is better to reschedule the conversation.
  
  
• Limit alcohol consumption at company events. Drinking alcohol creates alter egos you may not want co-workers to know about. Also, drunken people make statements about dreadlocks, play with your hair, or ask silly questions making you feel uncomfortable.
  
  
• Expect some people to dislike your dreadlocks. Do not worry about their thoughts of you or your life. Les Brown, the motivator, quotes "What others think of you is none of your spiritual business." Remember, you are on a mission to be the best you can be.
  
  
• Stay motivated for success. Take spiritual time everyday to appreciate who your are and the gifts you have to offer. Keep a place in your work area for family pictures, how-to books, and calendars. Develop an attitude of gratitude for your job.
  

Start today on making yourself more valuable to your company with your dreadlock hairstyle. Do the best job you can possibly do for every task. When co-workers and managers see your dreadlocks, they will also see a person dedicated to the success of the company, their job, and the team.

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Manny Ramirez and his Dreadlocks

Manny Ramirez of Dodgers is being asked to cut off his dreadlocks by Joel Torre.

Nobody seems to be lapping it up more than Dodgers fans, who sold out the first two games the left fielder played at Dodger Stadium and purchased more than $125,000 worth of No. 99 T-shirts and jerseys since the slugger was acquired Thursday from the Boston Red Sox. When the Dodgers return home from the six-game trip that begins tonight in St. Louis, they'll find brown dreadlocks and blue ones for sale in the team stores.

So I guess it'd be pretty late for Joel TOrre to ask Manny Ramirez to cut off his shoulder length dreadlocks since it's giving enough cash for the Dodgers from the Dodgers fans.

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Cha Seung Won Shows off Dreadlocks

Cha Seung-won (Born June 7, 1971 in Seoul) is a South Korean actor. He received an engineering degree from Mokwon University before embarking on a successful career as a model in 1988. After finding success in modeling, he was cast in the TV sitcom "New York Story", which would eventually pave the way for his debut in film.

Cha Seung Won who is now showed off his dreadlocks while in Seoul this morning to promote his upcoming flick Eye for an Eye, Tooth for a Tooth.

There are several different tattoos shapes and designs that are available out there. With the changing trends each day in terms of designs and colors, there is something more. You can see numerous additions in the list of preferred tattoo painting spots of the beautiful ladies too. Low back is on the hit list or say on the hot list. Lower back happens to be the first priority of every woman for having the lovely designs.

There are many reasons for that. Women can hide these tattoos, they can be easily shown when needed and last but not the least these tattoos are looks very sexy on the lower back. Lower back tattoo is simply great and if it is done perfectly, it adds to the sparkling look of your waist line. Lower back tattoo is simply eye-catching and any one can see them, if you are wearing a pair of jeans or skirt and a short top.

When you are on to a hot dancing night, adorn yourself with a short t-shirt and show out on the shimmering tattoo design to have a magnetizing effect on the crowd. When you are on to a beach side picnic, a lower back tattoo does wonders for your pleasure vacation. Normally you can look chic and classy in a tattoo that has been done on any where on your body but should be perfectly done. However, tattoos done on lower back just look very sexy and are preferred for their ultimate sex appeal as compared other body parts.

Lower back tattoos add to the exquisiteness of the thin lines of the back. Many women also have a tattoo on the arc of their upper buttocks cheeks, even these are on the list of sexy spots. To enhance the attractiveness, you should go for simple and unique tattoo for your lower back. Small designs look much more appealing and striking rather than those with huge ones.

Search well before you get a tattoo done on this sexy part of the body. Pick up a good tattoo artists to get a tattoo done on your lower back because the tattoo that you are going to engrave on your body should be perfectly and flawlessly done. Many people overlook this factor and go for amateur tattoo artists which may prove out to be a disaster for them. Selection of the right tattoo artists is very important because anyone can get the design, but if it is not made properly then having a tattoo is of no use. It is better that you go for temporary tattoo rather than a permanent one.

Tattoos that have sexual association are often exhibited in conjunction between tight fitting clothes as well as revealing clothing. Low waist jeans, midriff tops, as well as thong panties that reveal your lower back body part and highlight the wearer's curvature are common among girls.

Various celebrities have adapted these types of tattoos and since then the popularity of these types of tattoos has grown high. These tattoos are available in sexy designs and in many shapes like rectangular, triangle, butterfly, dragonfly, and zodiac signs etc. many people prefer those tattoos that show their zodiac signs and their personality on their lower back. Several tattoos designs and styles positioned in this place are designed by keeping in mind the show off of the curvature of the girl's body. These tattoos are mainly worn to arouse the sensuous feelings and sexual attractiveness.