A Rangers Fan's View

Many people will have seen the Rangers fans. You cannot miss them, they travel in large groups, they are noisy and yes they like a drink. But what makes a real Rangers fan? I think I have found one. He has a blog and uses it to publish to the world his love for his club.

Why write an article about this guy I hear you ask? Well simple, this is a real fan who reflects the average Rangers supporter. Maybe he does not come with the drunken caveman image that often comes with supporters of this club, but is this image the whole truth? Take a look on this blog and judge for yourself.

http://www.fallowfallow.blogspot.com/

The article might lack the polished prose of those in the usual websites but they are honest and I believe reflect the true nature of Rangers fans. Maybe he does not write with great insight and does not have a deep understanding of football tactics, but the insight is to be taken by the reader from the articles.

A simple man with simple knowledge and reflects, in my opion, the average Rangers fan. Just a bunch of guys ith a simple love for their club.

Currently Rangers are being investigated for their fans sectarian behaviour and their recent reaction to a player blessing himself during a match did not reflect well on the club. Yes there are some fans who belong in the middle ages but this guy shows that there are fans with only the club and the sport on their mind. These guys are the blood and soul of football (soccer in the USA).

His articles do not simple praise the club and follow the hype, he asks questions of the manager and his decisions, especially when it comes to their midfield player, Buffel. A player he has a very close affection for.

I admire the simple nature of this fans and his ilk. Don't expect to learn about soccer tactics or to be drowned in the more radical views of other blogs and websites. Just read the articles and get to know a simple fan with simple views.

Billy Blue is just the average Rangers fan. He cares about his club, in fact it is his life, nothing else matters. He uses the internet to get across his team and its ethos.Airportset1

Planning to Travel Abroad? Leave These Items at Home!

Anyone who travels regularly is aware of luggage and carry-on restrictions post 9-11. However, if you travel abroad, there are other considerations to keep in mind. No foreign country wants undesirable insects, rodents, or diseases to infiltrate their population via border crossings.

Before reading further, remember that if you have outstanding police warrants or a criminal record, you should probably forget about foreign travel. Period.

* What NOT to Take With You *

Regulations vary by country. The snacks you pack for a domestic flight may not pass customs inspection for an overseas destination. Start with a good dose of 'common sense' and you will quickly realize why most of the items on the following list are not permitted:

- Beer, wine, or other alcoholic beverages that have been opened

- Pets without appropriate vaccination certificates

- Native wildlife

- Weapons - or toys and other items that look like weapons

- Big game bagged while on your safari or hunting trip

- Prescription drugs without an accompanying doctor's prescription

- Drugs, vitamins, or nutritional supplements with unreadable labels

- Illegal drugs or paraphernalia - *DEATH PENALTY* in some countries

- Potted houseplants, seeds, soil, pebbles, or sand

- Natural products like seashells, pieces of coral reef, whalebone

- Uncooked pork, poultry, beef, and other meat or animal products

- Unprocessed or uncooked vegetables, fruits, tubers, roots, etc.

- Hay, straw, oats, and similar items

- Any other natural products that may harbor diseases or pests

- Fireworks and incendiary devices

- Clothing and souvenirs manufactured with any of the above products

Some prohibited articles may be allowed with appropriate permits or certification. If you don't know for sure - don't pack them or bring them back home with you.

* What you MUST Take With You *

Imagine your chagrin should you go through customs on your return trip and discover that you must pay duty on your laptop computer, digital camera, and jewelry - even though you purchased them in your own country prior to your trip. Yes, it can - and does - happen. Protect yourself!

Pack copies of documents such as sales receipts, credit card statements, insurance policies, and appraisals for all valuable items to prove ownership and purchase date - especially for anything that looks like new.

No receipts or paperwork? Take a picture of each item next to a newspaper that plainly displays a readable date. Note the serial number(s) with each photo. Keep all photos and paperwork in a safe place along with your passport and other important documents. They will be invaluable when you fill in customs declarations - both leaving and returning.

* Do Your Homework *

Spend some time doing research on the internet before you travel. You should be able to find a government or embassy website that provides the regulations online. Do searches such as:

- customs regulations France

- customs regulations Spain

- customs regulations Brazil

- customs regulations USA

Advance investigation may save you considerable time, money, and effort as you pass through each border crossing.

Be aware! The resulting peace of mind will make your holiday much more enjoyable.

Kathy Steinemann writes regularly for 111 Travel Directory: http://www.triple1.com/ - Adult Escapes: http://www.adultescapes.com/ - and 1000 Travel Tips: http://1000tips4trips.com/ - as well as several other websites.Changermask