January 2007 Archives
January 31
R-E-N-T in the U-S-A. Yeah, yeah. Renting in the USA.
Renting by the week across the USA.
So I've had this crazy idea for a while and now that the Minnesota winter has finally succeeded in breaking my spirit after 25 years, I think I should go with it. Has anyone out there lived the life of an employed vagabond? Here's what I have in mind... [more inside]
So I've had this crazy idea for a while and now that the Minnesota winter has finally succeeded in breaking my spirit after 25 years, I think I should go with it. Has anyone out there lived the life of an employed vagabond? Here's what I have in mind... [more inside]
Do you grok my eureka moment?
Is there a term for the phenomenon where one can be studying a subject for months, but not truly understand it until some barrier is suddenly crossed? [more inside]
posted by FuManchu at 11:26 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by FuManchu at 11:26 PM PST - 35 comments
What happened to my laptop, and did I fix it?
Laptopfilter: I'm curious about how CPU usage, noise level, and being able to go to standby/hibernation and shut down properly are related. For a long time (over a year, I think) my HP laptop(running Windows XP) was at 100% CPU usage all the time, ran loudly, and wouldn't go to standby or hibernation or shut down all the way. There's a lot [more inside]
posted by sleeplessunderwater at 9:57 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by sleeplessunderwater at 9:57 PM PST - 11 comments
Is there a good speedtest tool you can host on IIS?
Is there a free or inexpensive package for self-hosting a bandwidth speed test on an IIS 6 server? [more inside]
[catfilter] Why does my cat go into corners, look up, and meow?
[catfilter] Why does my cat go into corners, look up, and meow? Three locations, 2-3 times a week, 9 years: Living room corner (behind the lamp), bedroom corner, studio corner. She'll do it for a 10 minutes sometimes, just looking up and meowing. Sometimes she'll get up on the coffee table and meow, but mostly it's in the corners. Why?
posted by Señor Pantalones at 8:43 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by Señor Pantalones at 8:43 PM PST - 39 comments
Software for highlighting and note taking on the web?
Software for highlighting and note taking on the web? [more inside]
What brand is Michelle Dessler's leather jacket from 24 - Day 3?
What brand is Michelle Dessler's leather jacket from 24 - Day 3? [more inside]
Tax secrets of the married, please?
How do you file (jointly or separately) when both partners make decent professional wages, no kids? Is it worse for your pocketbook than when you were single, or better? [more inside]
posted by tk at 8:17 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by tk at 8:17 PM PST - 7 comments
Play By Post RPG forum?
I'm thinking about starting a new Play By Post RPG for some friends, and wondered if anyone had any recommendations. [more inside]
Help me find awesome obscure music on the iTunes music store.
Give me some obscure, yet totally rockable tracks to spend a $25 iTunes music store gift card on. [more inside]
Who to believe? Broker or lawyer?
Brokers - I think I got some bad advice from a real estate broker when buying a house, and it might cost me the deal... how do I know who's telling the truth? [more inside]
posted by ny_scotsman at 6:44 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by ny_scotsman at 6:44 PM PST - 18 comments
Music: Help me become good at cross-rhythms.
Help me become good at cross-rhythm/polyrhythm (mostly 3:4 and 4:3, but also 6:9, 6:7) [more inside]
Working full-time but studying for a degree in my spare time... should I tell my boss??
I've just been accepted into a distance education university course. I'm working full-time and intend to keep working and do the course in my spare time. But I was wondering, should I tell my boss? [more inside]
Brooklyn! Where to go?
Brooklyn, where to stay what to see that's not obvious? [more inside]
posted by zaphod at 5:23 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by zaphod at 5:23 PM PST - 21 comments
My Kingdom for a DBA
Databasefilter: I'm a self-taught 'DBA' (I use quotes so as to not offend those who have this knowledge through a paid education). I'm having an efficiency problem with a few of my tables, and I thought maybe one or two of you could help. [more inside]
Cold car after the weekend.
Oh no! We're going to freeze this weekend, and my car will be in an Amtrak parking lot! How can I guarantee that my trusty Volvo 240 will start when I come back on Wednesday? [more inside]
Surgical or Medical?
Surgical or Medical abortion? [more inside]
How to cope with stepchildren?
My stepchildren are driving me crazy. Please help me figure out how to cope. [more inside]
Crystal Reports & Stored Procedures
I have a Crystal Report which loads data from a stored procedure. The client wanted some new fields added to the report, so I added them to the stored procedure. (They've been added to the database, as well.) I cannot add them to the report, though, because they are not showing up in Crystal Reports' field explorer. [more inside]
posted by chillax at 4:07 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by chillax at 4:07 PM PST - 4 comments
Where can I find historical fed statements?
Every time the US federal reserve meets to decide on changing interest rates, the news articles say something like "in their statement the fed says ...". So my question is where can I find a listing of the statements for the past 10 or 20 years?
I'd like to see how the words change over time. [more inside]
posted by GregX3 at 3:47 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by GregX3 at 3:47 PM PST - 4 comments
I want to turn off my computer from my bed with a remote
I'm looking for a remote control solution for my PC. I find myself watching a lot of TV on my computer from my bed and I'd really like to be able to just click a button to turn off my monitor instead of having to get up and walk across the room. Yes, I'm that lazy.
Good pet sitter in Denver?
Can anyone give recommendations for pet sitters in the Denver Metro area? We have cats and need someone to come into our house for four days to feed them. [more inside]
posted by Kimberly at 2:56 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Kimberly at 2:56 PM PST - 8 comments
Google search
How do you know what Googlers were searching for? [more inside]
posted by tellurian at 2:53 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by tellurian at 2:53 PM PST - 10 comments
Imitation is the sincerest form of myspace flattery.
Which celebrity or fictional character has the most fake myspace profiles? [more inside]
I wanna shoot!
I'd like to take archery lessons. Anyone recommend places in the D.C. Metro area? I would be particularly interested in places that are Metro accessible or, if not, are in Maryland.
Will using a Marshall Power Brake, break my non-Marshall amp?
Will using a Marshall Power Brake, break my non-Marshall amp? [more inside]
posted by psmealey at 2:14 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by psmealey at 2:14 PM PST - 5 comments
Why do digital camera batteries conk out in the cold?
A friend asked why (I thought) his digital camera batteries conk out after 3, 4 or 5 pictures. The situation: he is a real cold weather outdoor enthusiast. He's tried a number of battery types and it happens with each kind. I assume it has to do with the cold, but is keeping it enveloped in warm packaging, yanking it out (risking fogging) then wrapping it up again the only answer. (I tried searching "AskMeta" and could not find a specific repsonse to this problem. Thanks.
101 things Mr. Boss Man never bothered to teach you
If there was ONE thing that you wish you had been taught at your current job what would that be? What I am looking for is not something like...."Don't talk to Spencer in HR, he is a perv," more on the lines of "how to get information on X when Y is not working," or "What things can program Z do to make my job easier?" I need to design some sort of educational media for workplaces (software or internet based) and I am looking for some juicy leads. General is better.Thanks
posted by Meemer at 1:50 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by Meemer at 1:50 PM PST - 29 comments
How do I remove the simlock of a siemens c55 phone given that I have the unlock code?
I have a siemens C55 telephone that is simlocked. I've also gotten the unlock code off my provider a while back. The problem is I either didn't receive or have lost the unlock instructions, i.e. what exactly I need to type into the phone along with the unlock code, and whether this should be with the original sim card, a new sim card or no sim card at all loaded. I know I can unlock it without the code if I have a data cable, but I don't have a data cable and they'd probably cost more than the entire phone is worth. Googling is made difficult by the millions of sites offering to unlock phones for low low prices.
posted by fvw at 1:35 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by fvw at 1:35 PM PST - 5 comments
shuffling around
I'm thinking about getting an Ipod shuffle for working out. It seems to be the best choice, but am I missing any other great candidates? [more inside]
posted by jourman2 at 1:28 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by jourman2 at 1:28 PM PST - 27 comments
YouTube for Serious People
Help me find issue-oriented video "backgrounders." [more inside]
Ooo, discipline me! But how?
I own a small company and I'm at my wits end. We have some people who are good but not great, and they keep making mistakes or not following rules, which drive other people nuts because they have to catch these people's mistakes and otherwise clean up after them. Problems vary but are almost always caused by carelessness (putting in a wrong zip code, mistyping pricing, forgetting to get something signed off, etc)
These aren't necessarily enough for the managers here to want to fire anyone, but there's only so many times you can say "don't do it again." It's also causing some of the better (more careful) employees to lose morale. I'm hearing things along the lines of "nobody cares if mistakes are made, so who cares."
Please help me come up with ideas on how to discipline people. It seems like there's only so little you can do besides the usual, which seem severe (firing, less/no bonus). Where's the middle ground? How do we motivate these people to do better?
You scare me and I don't want to talk to you.
Is there a way to tell clients I want them to communicate with me through email instead of the phone that doesn't make me sound weird? [more inside]
Mean green
I think that marijuana may be giving me headaches, but I'm really not sure. [more inside]
How to I pay someone to clone this sticker?
I have one (color, custom diecut) sticker. I want to turn it into many stickers. The sticker places on the web are astoundingly not helpful for custom work like this. Should I be chasing down a local printer, and if so, which one? There's some additional complication, too. [more inside]
posted by majick at 11:24 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by majick at 11:24 AM PST - 14 comments
Where in Edinburgh do I take a heavily pregnant hen?
Hen afternoon/evening activities in Edinburgh for an 8-month pregnant bride-to-be and about 20 friends? [more inside]
posted by penguin pie at 11:24 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by penguin pie at 11:24 AM PST - 5 comments
Unintentional erection during high G loads?
Do (male) pilots ever experience unintended erections while experiencing high G loads on their body? [more inside]
Talk me into/out of a MacBook.
I want a MacBook. I want need a new laptop, and they're pretty. Please talk me out of (or into) buying one. [more inside]
Looking for a nice folding ruler for spatial calibration in photographs for my job.
Looking for a nice folding ruler for spatial calibration in photographs for my job. [more inside]
posted by nickerbocker at 10:19 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by nickerbocker at 10:19 AM PST - 6 comments
Sudden problem encoding video
I regularly use ffmpeg to encode videos (from mpeg2 to mpeg4) for my ipod. I've been doing this for nearly a year with no problems. Now, every time I start an encode, my system is suddenly under a lot of pressure - I can't use any other application. If I go into the windows task manager and set the priority to 'below normal', all is fine again.
Anyone have any idea why this change might have occured, or any idea how I can get around it (preferably without using task manager)? [more inside]
posted by ascullion at 10:05 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by ascullion at 10:05 AM PST - 5 comments
Software documentation
What's the best software for writing and publishing software documentation?
ah, the sweet sound of deadlines rushing by
How do I get over my laziness, procrastination, and foot-dragging in my office job? [more inside]
posted by nevers at 8:32 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by nevers at 8:32 AM PST - 32 comments
Does the new iPod shuffle do hand-picked playlists better/faster/differently from the old one?
I have an old shuffle. When I first got it, I could arrange its playlist on the iMac it syncs to without it actually being plugged in. This was fast, since it all happened on the computer. Then, I could plug in the shuffle and the actual synchronization would churn for about 30 sec (which I would not need to be present for). But in one of iTunes' famously regressive "upgrades," the ability to arrange tracks on my shuffle without it being plugged in vanished. Now, arranging tracks is a laborious process with delays between every user interaction. It sucks. No way am I buying a cute tiny colorful new one if it has the same crappy synchronization method. Does it?
(I'm aware of iTunes' ability to pick random tracks from my library. No thanks!)
How to get a friend out of a cult
I have a friend who has gotten involved in Avatar, and I want to disengage her from it.
She first got involved about 9 months ago; at the time, I knew nothing about Avatar but was instantly suspicious. The more I've learned, the less I like it. [more inside]
Prescription Drug Rebate Filter
I'm looking for coupons and rebates for prescription drugs from the drug manufacturing companies. [more inside]
LCD Projector Bulb life - when to turn it off
To maximise bulb life, what's the minimum length of time an LCD projector should be turned off for? [more inside]
posted by Busy Old Fool at 7:36 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Busy Old Fool at 7:36 AM PST - 14 comments
Advice/opinions on CRMs?
I'm a web designer and a new client is interested in a CRM (Client Relationship Management). I've never used them (though have used plenty of CMSes). She's mentioned SalesForce and I've taken a scoop through their site. I'm wondering a) what other CRMs MeFites can recommend and b) if anyone has any first-hand experience with SalesForce itself and can offer any opinion. Thanks.
Who says "it's important for educated people to know particular things"? Got a cite/quote?
I am looking for a writer or thinker (to cite in a paper) who said something good about "There are things that every educated person should know." I know that this is a popular idea, so I'm most focused on enlightenment and later thinkers. It doesn't have to be the first person to argue for some set of competencies / knowledge, and it is not terribly important exactly what's in the set (but if you know, or if there's a quote, please include it). Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by zpousman at 7:01 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by zpousman at 7:01 AM PST - 14 comments
ParcelForce thinks it can levy tax!
ParcelForce are holding me to ransom! Anything I can do? [more inside]
A number plate worth cherishing?
Does anyone have experience with buying, selling or swapping UK "cherished reg" car number plates? [more inside]
What should I expect in a PhD interview?
What is involved in a PhD interview? What should I expect, and how should I prepare? [more inside]
posted by waxwing at 5:51 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by waxwing at 5:51 AM PST - 18 comments
Looking for a copy of a 1950s advert
How might I go about trying to locate a copy of a 1950s British TV advert (brand known but agency unknown, a websearch reveals nothing)?
What melody is being referenced at 2:38 into Sufjan Stevens' song "Come on! Feel the Illinoise!"?
What melody is being referenced at 2:38 into Sufjan Stevens' song "Come on! Feel the Illinoise!"? [more inside]
posted by k7lim at 3:58 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by k7lim at 3:58 AM PST - 10 comments
Making the switch: iBook to MacBook
Upgrading to MacBook... how do I move my email and especially my applications over from my iBook? [more inside]
posted by missed at 3:56 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by missed at 3:56 AM PST - 9 comments
Where do distilled spirits get their flavors from?
Does all freshly-distilled spirit, whether made from barley, corn, rye, grapes, or potatoes taste identical? If not, what makes the difference in taste? I know that whiskey gets a lot of its final taste from the sherry barrels in which it is aged. Are similar tricks used for other spirits?
How to go from PHP to ASP
Going from PHP to ASP: Resources, Books? [more inside]
How can I identify this hallmark?
I'm trying to identify a platinum hallmark for an elderly friend, but she lives far away so I can't actually see it (it's on a ring) or take it to a jeweller. Maybe the hive mind can identify it, or lead me to a site that can? It's a double-headed eagle with the letters 'P' and 'M' underneath, and she thinks it's European.
What's the best Digital Video solution for filming Web tutorials?
I'm in need of expert video equipment and editing software recommendations. I need to purchase a videocam primarily for recording tutorials. 50% of the shooting will be in an office setup focused mainly on the speaker sitting at a desk, 50% will be in a shop filming welding type machinery. [more inside]
posted by jpozadzides at 1:38 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by jpozadzides at 1:38 AM PST - 8 comments
SmallClaimsFilter.
ClaimsCourtFilter: A web design client of ours had a verbal contract with us, approved both the design and the logo, and then reneged due to a "misunderstanding," after most of the work had been completed. [more inside]
January 30
What the thing?!
Is the canon XTi kit lens even worth it?
Any point in getting the Canon XTi lens kit? Tamron or Sigma? [more inside]
Photographer in Boston
Trying to find a photographer in Boston to do personal photos - just to be vain [more inside]
posted by pikaboy202 at 9:54 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by pikaboy202 at 9:54 PM PST - 10 comments
Trying to identify a transistor radio I saw in a film...
I'm trying to identify an old transistor radio, given a screencap from a movie... [more inside]
The Terminal.
Random things to do in the New York airports while working there?... [more inside]
posted by crabintheocean at 9:25 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by crabintheocean at 9:25 PM PST - 7 comments
How to find a babysitter in Seattle?
How to find a babysitter in Seattle? [more inside]
How to Print with Pictbridge
Printing from my computer to a pictbridge-only photo printer [more inside]
Touchy Writing Problem
Writers and journalists please respond: I'm concerned about the anonymity of a subject in my writing. The obvious idea is to change names, however... [more inside]
posted by snsranch at 9:07 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by snsranch at 9:07 PM PST - 16 comments
Help us look better than usual
Help me look good for my University grad photos. My partner and I are getting our professional grad photos done next week and want tips on how to look our best. Specifically: to (fake) tan, or not; how much makeup; what colour makeup; what to do with my ugly short hair and; what to do with her dreadlocks. (Good luck with the dreadlocks!) [more inside]
posted by arcticwoman at 9:03 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by arcticwoman at 9:03 PM PST - 14 comments
PDF me.
How do I batch convert a bunch of word documents into PDF files, using Automator (in OS X?) [more inside]
How to redeem XP upgrade to Vista on home-made PC?
Last month I built my own PC from components purchased from Newegg.com including Microsoft Windows XP Pro SP2b 1pk w/Upgrade Coupon for Vista - OEM
What do I enter as my "PC-Model" and "Serial" at the upgrade site listed on the upgrade redemption certificate since my home-rolled PC has neither a manufacturer model number nor a serial number? [more inside]
posted by drinkspiller at 7:15 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by drinkspiller at 7:15 PM PST - 7 comments
Streepova??
Years ago on vacation in Europe, I was in Prague, and walking past a movie theater I saw a poster for "The River Wild"--that Meryl Streep river-rafting action movie out at the time. The language on the poster was, of course, Czech, but the strange thing i noticed was Streep's name, which was spelled "Streepova", with a little carat above the "o".
Czech speakers, what's up with that? Is the "-ova" part silent, or is it pronounced somewhat like it would sound in English? If the latter, then this would totally change Streep's name, from one syllable to three syllables. Is this a Czech name? Even so, Meryl's is "Streep", so I can't imagine why it was changed. [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 7:12 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by zardoz at 7:12 PM PST - 11 comments
HELP with Music project plz
#1) HAPPY MUSIC: What music do you use to cheer yourself up?
A friend of mine has clinical depression. I am gathering recommendations of happy music so I can make a playlist of tunes to help uplift and revive downcast spirits.
#2) AMBIENT SOUND: what music you listen at work to help create some good background music to help you concentrate on your tasks?
#3) INSPIRATION: What do you listen to, to revive your energy and get you pumped up to work on that otherwise annoying project?
Music that makes you lose yourself of get in the zone.
Recently discovered Explosions in the Sky,
The music fades away in the background after awhile and I can concentrate on doing work. Anybody else have artists that are simillar or music that helps you get your work done and gets you in that zone.
I do not want classical music, sleepy instrumental music and not drum&bass..please.
How do I manage two domains on the same hosting package?
I'm new to editing .htaccess files, and I'd like some help managing multiple domains on one hosting package. [more inside]
Polling scripts?
Know of any good non-hosted free or open-source polling applications? [more inside]
posted by grrarrgh00 at 6:32 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by grrarrgh00 at 6:32 PM PST - 1 comment
I'm big into Man Man, man.
Computer repair woes
Due to circumstances out of my control, I must find a local computer repair shop and receive a written estimate on the cost to repair my laptop. [more inside]
Where to shoot photos in Boston?
BostonFilter: What are great places to take photos in Boston? [more inside]
posted by irisell at 3:35 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by irisell at 3:35 PM PST - 23 comments
Help me stop picking my acne!
Help me stop picking my acne! [more inside]
How do I create a clear and professional document to outline my online application?
I'm helping design a new online application at my work. I've managed and designed this type of thing several times, but have always worked with friends in an informal environment. For this project however, it needs to be completely legit and professional. Are there any formats/templates/standards I can or should use to list features, work-flows, data models, etc.? [more inside]
What options do I have for hosted project collaboration sites?
What options do I have for hosted project collaboration sites? [more inside]
Bluetooth Printer Adapter Setup
Setting up a bluetooth printer adapter. [more inside]
How do I show I am a quick learner in under 8 hours???
I am interviewing for a network engineering position. They like me and my knowledge base. However, I have never worked with the actual model of equipment they use. I have experience with similar products and I am a very quick learner. They would like me to come in for a day to see how I work and how quickly I can pick up things. What is a good way to show them how quickly I learn? [more inside]
Click! Click! Boom!
I walk to work, so I'm good for the environment these days. However, the wear and tear that used be directed to my car tires now falls on my high heels! [more inside]
posted by mireille at 2:31 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by mireille at 2:31 PM PST - 16 comments
Help me move my playlist across the file structure divide.
I have 2 installations of iTunes. I want to transfer a play-list from one to the other. Both have identical libraries. However the file paths of the two libraries is different on each computer. Is there a way to do this? Theres [more inside]
How can I sell data on demand?
I want to sell bits of on-demand data via my home computer and hosted website. What would be a good scheme for doing this without serving up data before it's been paid for? [more inside]
posted by stam_broker at 2:05 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by stam_broker at 2:05 PM PST - 7 comments
Why do companies wait so long before giving out W-2s?
Why do companies wait so long before giving out W-2s? [more inside]
posted by stuckie at 1:53 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by stuckie at 1:53 PM PST - 11 comments
Can you get New Mexican food in Phoenix?
Where can I eat good green chile in Phoeniz, AZ? [more inside]
posted by nickmark at 1:48 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by nickmark at 1:48 PM PST - 21 comments
How to handle applying for work 8 hours away from your current residence?
How to handle applying for work 8 hours away from your current residence? [more inside]
How to find a job in AUS/NZ from Canada?
I want to find a job in Australia or new Zealand. But I'm Canadian, in Canada. How do I do it? [more inside]
Best brainstorming practices?
A good buddy of mine and I are thinking of starting a business together. We are meeting tonight for a brainstorming session. The goal is just to start the dialog. We are going to take inventory of our strengths and weaknesses and start to throw ideas out there to research in the coming weeks. What are some good things to discuss in this very preliminary meeting? What are some good ways to make sure we make the most of our time tonight?
CD/DVD drive kaput
I'm having trouble with the CDRW/DVD drive in my Inspiron 1000 laptop. When I insert a music CD or a movie DVD, nothing happens. There's no sound from the CD, and the DVD software doesn't automatically start as it did when things were working properly. I have both Windows Media Player and the Dell DVD player that came with the computer. More details inside. [more inside]
Best lens for K10D camera
I am planning on buying my first dSLR camera, a Pentax K10D. What would be the best lens to go with it? I can only afford one, so I was going to get the Pentax 24-90 zoom but I am not able to find one. What other similar lens would you recommend?
Making two columns work in MS Word shouldn't be this hard.
In Microsoft Word 2003, I'm trying to format a document so that there is both one-columned and two-columned text on the same page. Whenever I apply two columns to the text I want to be in two columns, it always shunts all that text to a new page, as if I had inserted a page break. What do to? [more inside]
Home Network Expansion
What is the best (and relatively inexpensive) equipment I could use to expand my home network? [more inside]
posted by jbiz at 12:23 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by jbiz at 12:23 PM PST - 6 comments
Webform for item tracking
WebformFilter: I need something free that will create a form that i can use to check items out and in and keeps track of the items, specifically laptops. I have no experience designing webpages at all so the easier the better. It does really matter if its linux or windows based, although i would prefer windows.
Breakfast in Miami
We'll have a short morning in Miami. Where would we find a good vegetarian breakfast, pref. near the airport? [more inside]
posted by tr33hggr at 11:56 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by tr33hggr at 11:56 AM PST - 8 comments
Give me advice on settling a bodily injury claim for a car accident.
I had a car accident a few months ago and am now talking with the insurance company about the bodily injury claim. I've heard a lot from folks (on mefi and elsewhere) that you shouldn't settle quickly and to ask for more than they offer at first. I'm wondering how I do that. How much more do I ask for? What can I expect as far as the insurance company's response? How do I rationalize my bargaining? [more inside]
Help me find examples for my exam.
I'm looking for examples of positive and negative communication experiences in the workplace... [more inside]
posted by DiscourseMarker at 11:52 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by DiscourseMarker at 11:52 AM PST - 17 comments
What works of fiction are most firmly embedded in the American cultural consciousness?
What works of fiction are most firmly embedded in the American cultural consciousness? That is, what books are most frequently alluded to or drawn from in popular culture and daily life? [more inside]
posted by zadermatermorts at 11:41 AM PST - 74 comments
posted by zadermatermorts at 11:41 AM PST - 74 comments
Does anyone know the lyrics to "Words" by Sangie Davis/ Lee Perry?
Reggae fans- Please help me figure out the complete lyrics to "Words" written by Sangie Davis and performed as a duet w/ Lee "Scratch" Perry and the Upsetters some time in the 70s. It appears on several compilations. I have looked everywhere for lyrics with no luck. I have tried to muddle through the recording- no use..... please help. It is the most beautiful, haunting song......
Setting up a think tank
How would I set up a think tank or similar institution? [more inside]
posted by quarsan at 11:28 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by quarsan at 11:28 AM PST - 5 comments
Is it fishnapping...or MURDER??!!
What happened to 38 koi fish? Were they fishnapped or murdered? [more inside]
posted by clh at 10:58 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by clh at 10:58 AM PST - 29 comments
Client Server Database
This is probably impossible but... Is there an open source client-server database that I can put on a shared Windows xp server without actually installing it? In other words simply copy up a bunch of files and have it work without going through a standard windows installation involving writing to the Registry etc... Actually i dont even care if its open source as long as it is small and relatively inexpensive. thanks in advance.
How to cancel a gift subscription and still get the cash?
My friend gave me a year's worth of "New York" magazine as a gift. If I cancel it, the money goes back to her. How can I get rid of my subscription and still a) not let her know and b) cash in on its $39.90 value? Ideas, anyone? [more inside]
Print Audit alternatives...
Alternatives to Print Audit? [more inside]
How warm should my landlord keep my apartment?
I've tried Google-ing and I've done what I can manage with the archives, but I'm not finding the answer to my how-warm-is-the-landlord-obligated-to-keep-my-apartment question... [more inside]
posted by oreonax at 10:16 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by oreonax at 10:16 AM PST - 9 comments
Help Me Write My Cheese!
I need a song about saying goodbye, about never seeing someone again. Preferrably something rockin'. For the love of god, nothing emo. [more inside]
MS Office Small Business Accounting Help?
What is the easiest way to set up Microsoft Office Small Business Accounting 2006 for a simple business? [more inside]
Are teachers tougher than students?
When is it appropriate as a teacher to cancel a class due to pain or injury? [more inside]
sentinal pile, should i worry?
[anusfilter] should i be concerned about a sentinel pile that is annoying but not accompanied by any pain? [more inside]
Overall costs of thrombosis
I’m looking for statistics from a reputable source describing the cost of both treatment and loss of wages/productivity or a combination of both (general financial burden) due to incidence of thrombosis and thrombotic disease. [more inside]
Cheapo "ethnic" jewellery in the UK?
Where to find FatChanceBellyDance style tribal bellydance costume jewellery in the UK? [more inside]
posted by unmusic at 7:40 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by unmusic at 7:40 AM PST - 3 comments
Counselor/therapist in the Boston area (MBTA-accessible) who is good at handling career and life goal questions?
Counselor/therapist in the Boston area (MBTA-accessible) who is good at handling career and life goal questions? [more inside]
What films should I watch to better appreciate Kill Bill?
What films should I watch to better appreciate Kill Bill? [more inside]
Please help me find a replacement for my HP Jornada minilaptop!
Technology orphan filter: What can I use to replace my HP Jornada 728? [more inside]
Firefox extension to control HTML forms?
Can a user install an extension, preference or script to have Firefox manipulate an HTML form element on loading, e.g., having a SELECT's default OPTION set when visiting a certain page. [more inside]
Mapping drive to MSSQL table
Is there a way of mapping a Virtual Drive letter or a share to an MSSQL database? [more inside]
Unique reception venue in Sioux Falls?
Please help us find a unique but elegant wedding reception venue in Sioux Falls, SD! [more inside]
posted by bristolcat at 6:59 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by bristolcat at 6:59 AM PST - 6 comments
Insurance Pre-Existing Condition Woes
My insurance provider wants me to fill out a pre-existing condition questionnaire! Help! [more inside]
A banana would have made it perfect
I just ate a peanut butter and honey sandwich on soft white bread. The bread on the honey side developed a kind of rough texture, almost like the bread had been lightly toasted on one side. Not unpleasant, but kind of odd. I noticed this when I was a kid and I've always wondered about it, and just now realized that someone here might know what's going on (I grew up in the South, and I have been known to eat molasses and butter sandwiches - the rough-texture thing doesn't happen with molasses, only honey. I don't know about other sugary syrup products).
Where can I buy Napalese jewelry outside Nepal?
Should I pursue him?
Should I pursue a guy I've only seen three times in 8 months? [more inside]
How to not break legs in case of default?
How do I lend someone money? [more inside]
Run it on regular?
I am looking at purchasing a 99 Land Rover Discovery and I notice that it runs only on premium gas. Is this absolutely necessary? Does anyone with experience with a Discovery have any opinions of this vehicle? I heard that the diesel version is a better choice. Thanks in advance.
Public or private?
What questions did you ask when you were choosing your kid's school? [more inside]
Too good to be true
How am I being scammed? Nepali gem business deal, sounds kinda shady, help me find out where they intend to make their money. [more inside]
Things to do in Doha
What's a good easy to use online store builder?
My cousin and her husband would like to set up an online store for selling childrens' clothes, shoes, etc.. They are based in the UK and have very minimal technical know-how. [more inside]
Email forwarding
Looking for an online email forwarding service that can deal with forwarding to multiple addresses. [more inside]
Does the ALL CAPS mean that it's REALLY IMPORTANT?
Why are the "Disclaimer of Warranty" and "Limitation of Liability" sections in terms of services presented in all caps? [more inside]
posted by rhapsodie at 12:49 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by rhapsodie at 12:49 AM PST - 6 comments
A lot of stick shaking?
Where does the phrase "more [whatever] than you can shake a stick at" originate? [more inside]
January 29
Help me learn to make friends when I don't feel like I deserve any.
I've become dissatisfied with my social skills. Please, help me learn to act more like a normal human being. [more inside]
posted by MadamM at 11:28 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by MadamM at 11:28 PM PST - 25 comments
Walk away in silence
Vaguely remembered literary (or something else) filter. The only way to get (somewhere? I forget... wherever it is you want to go...) is to walk away from it... What is that from? [more inside]
Help me not owe taxes next year.
Help me not owe taxes next year. I thought I had figured out how to not owe taxes, but I was wrong. I thought that if I had 0 allowances I wouldn't owe anything. Why isn't that enough?
posted by disaster77 at 10:41 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by disaster77 at 10:41 PM PST - 19 comments
why is my cat so afraid of these snakes?
FoodChainFilter: I recently agreed to take my friend's 3 ball pythons for the next 5 months and have since discovered that my cat is terrified of them. [more inside]
posted by nerdcore at 10:29 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by nerdcore at 10:29 PM PST - 20 comments
Metafilter tell me how to fix my life
January is Quarter Life Crisis Month on Ask Metafilter. [more inside]
How to look like the people inside the magix box?
Laptops for sale with XP?
I'm saving up for a laptop, but I don't want Vista. Can I buy a new laptop with XP installed? [more inside]
Should my wife and I (with drastically different incomes ) file taxes together or seperate?
TaxFilter: My wife and I have drastically different incomes. She made about $45K this year and I only made about $15K, mostly from freelance gigs, so no taxes were paid. Should we file jointly or married but filing separately? [more inside]
How do I best support my wife?
My wife has this annoying trait that causes arguments between us. What do I do? [more inside]
Help with Word Toolbars!
Is there anyway I can add a shortcut on the Microsoft Word toolbar which will format the selected text into a subscript or a superscript? [more inside]
Zoloft, Klonopin, Craziness and a Desire to Change!
I have fought depression, anger, fatigue, lack of motivation (and more) for thirty years. I have taken so many psycho-pharmacological drugs that I couldn't list them all. One constant has been antidepressants. I've been taking Zoloft for ten years. It has left me with memory problems, brain fog, etc. I also take Klonopin (2mgs a day) and that leaves me feeling jittery if I miss it and has the "tolerance' effect of needing more and more. I have tried tapering the Zoloft - very slowly - but I am like a raging lunatic off of it. The Doctor says, "symptoms have returned." I say, "withdrawal," or as they like to call it with antidepressants: "discontinuance syndrome." Hey, if you freak out without it - I don't care what you call it, but withdrawal is what most people would think. The niceties of the semantics I'm not interested in.
***More inside about my desire to try Cognitive Behavioral Therapy*** [more inside]
RESP...still don't know what it means for me
College savings: Does the government care how you spend a college savings plan in Canada? [more inside]
posted by acoutu at 7:47 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by acoutu at 7:47 PM PST - 7 comments
How does someone learn for free?
My fiance has become obsessed with making ice cream. He has been making at least 2 new (and unique) flavors of ice cream every single week since August. He keeps saying he wants to learn more about it, and is planning on taking that ice cream master class at Penn State when the time comes, but that is a whole year away. What I would like to try to do, as a gift, is arrange for him to observe a local ice-cream expert (in New York City, or within public transportation reach). [more inside]
posted by eggplantia5 at 7:44 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by eggplantia5 at 7:44 PM PST - 9 comments
My feet stick out. Help me fix them.
I need to fix my feet. For as long I can remember, my feet have stuck out (supination.) I have super-high arches - you can barely see the inside portion of my feet on a foot print. I find it nearly impossible to hold my feet together parallel and flat (inner heel to inner heel, big toe to big toe) - they rotate upward and outward, instead. If I manage to get my feet in something close to that position, my toes get goofy, pointing in multiple directions. I want to learn how to straighten my (bare) feet when walking and hold them together, flat, the way I described...
Numb toe
The tip of my left big toe* sometimes gets numb, down to the point about half-way down the nail, all around the toe. I can't see any cause for this. It's not injured or gangrenous. "What's up with that?"
* someone else's left big toe
What can I do with my bridesmaid dress?
I'm done being the bridesmaid - now what can I do with the dress? [more inside]
Help me fix this problem with my puppy destroying the house.
Update on my rescue pup...she's slowly destroying my home. Help me fix this.... [more inside]
Are there Automatic samples any remixes anywhere?
Are there songs that contain samples of or are remixes of Automatic [youtube] by the Pointer Sisters?
posted by ejoey at 6:40 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by ejoey at 6:40 PM PST - 1 comment
Moving on, moving out?
Parents want to move across the country, adolescent children want to stay. What to do? [more inside]
posted by b33j at 6:09 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by b33j at 6:09 PM PST - 38 comments
Why do some (mostly older European?) doors have the knob in the center?
Why do some (mostly older European?) doors have the knob in the center? Was there some technology reason? security reason? Design carry-over from the door latch design before knobs?
Swing Dancing in The Big Apple
I'm looking for a great place to go swing dancing in New York City. [more inside]
posted by Freen at 5:21 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Freen at 5:21 PM PST - 4 comments
Can I view CC information on my monitor?
Can I view the closed caption information on my plasma monitor which is hooked up to my dish network receiver? [more inside]
posted by jlub at 5:03 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by jlub at 5:03 PM PST - 5 comments
Make that blog work
How do you get people to use the company's internal blog? [more inside]
posted by RandlePatrickMcMurphy at 4:52 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by RandlePatrickMcMurphy at 4:52 PM PST - 15 comments
CASE RACE
CASE RACE: Countdown starts now for Friday Night. What can I do now to prepare my body to handle 12 beers in the fastest time possible. [more inside]
Catch a cheater by the toe...
How can one cheat and predict the outcome of eenie meenie miny moe? [more inside]
posted by snailer at 4:41 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by snailer at 4:41 PM PST - 26 comments
Biking Across America?
Considering riding a bicycle cross country and trying to plan a bit. [more inside]
Shopping and giving.
What are some good causes I can donate to through the Amazon Associates program? [more inside]
Looking for a song artist name (may be Sanseverino) and/or translation and/or original French lyrics...
Looking for a song artist name (may be Sanseverino) and/or translation and/or original French lyrics... [more inside]
Do we have a (St. Francis') prayer?
Weddingmusicfilter: Can anyone help us locate sheet music for the Sarah McLachlan version of "Prayer of St. Francis"? [more inside]
Portishead-like sound
I'm looking for any relatively new bands/artists that sound like Portishead. Signed or unsigned - any recommendations?
Why do Central Line trains sometimes jolt as they're leaving the station?
On the London Underground, on the Central line, why does the train sometimes jolt as if it's lost power for a second as it's leaving the station? [more inside]
posted by chrismear at 3:16 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by chrismear at 3:16 PM PST - 9 comments
Wailing Guitars and facemelting solos!!!! \m/
I am trying to make the most Epic Rock Mix of all time... [more inside]
posted by indiebass at 2:58 PM PST - 51 comments
posted by indiebass at 2:58 PM PST - 51 comments
Help me name a new online community service.
I’ve seen some great suggestions come out of AskMe in the past and really need some creative help to break my naming block. I have been building a new online community service for groups. Our service specializes in helping groups collaborate and share knowledge effectively within their community.
The obvious big issue (besides getting us to agree on the name) is acquiring the URL. We are not opposed to buying the URL, but all attempts to date have required obscene amounts of money
A few names that we like, but cannot agree upon: (I own the URL’s): GroupSwim , Brighthive, GroopScoop
As you can see, I’m really trying to incorporate group or the idea of community into the name. Any help or suggestions would be huge! Even a vote on the names above would be a big help.
Thanks…
ATMfilter: How to prove my ATM really did give me the wrong amount?
My credit union's ATM gave me too little money. It's a moderately small error, however, I have reason to believe this won't easily be resolved. How can I prove there was an ATM error, and what course of action should I take to get my money back? [more inside]
Palm Beach trip?
Things to do in/around Palm Beach, FL? [more inside]
help me live forever
What things should I be doing now, in my early 20s, to be sure I live the longest, healthiest life possible?
posted by logic vs love at 1:38 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by logic vs love at 1:38 PM PST - 41 comments
Intestinal Distress
Crohn's Disease and Mangosteen - snake oil or success? [more inside]
posted by plinth at 1:29 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by plinth at 1:29 PM PST - 12 comments
Freshen stale peanuts
Is it possible to freshen stale peanuts? How? [more inside]
Living in a Van
How feasible is it to live in a van? [more inside]
Excel mindless list jumping
Stop Excel from jumping to end of column when double clicking on cell border [more inside]
posted by clarkie666 at 12:53 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by clarkie666 at 12:53 PM PST - 10 comments
Help! I lost my spice!
Identify this cookbook, or give me the potato/chili soup recipe I yearn for. [more inside]
Help me find indestructible video and still cameras
I need to find some indestructible (or as near to it as possible) still and video cameras for use in a school environment. [more inside]
Recommend a battery-powered outlet
Recommend a portable battery-driven power outlet, ideally suited to plug a cash register into all day at conventions. [more inside]
Getting a piece of the pie...literally and figuratively.
Investing in a restaurant - how is profit generally distributed among investors? [more inside]
posted by spicynuts at 12:14 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by spicynuts at 12:14 PM PST - 9 comments
Describe in single words only the good things that come into your mind about... your musical equipment.
Short version: What cool musical equipment can I get for $200? [more inside]
I'll get to drive ambulances!!!
What more do I need to do and know in order to pass an Ontario class F drivers licence test? [more inside]
Suggestions for chef school in Ontario
What is the best regarded chef/culinary school in or near Toronto, Ontario? [more inside]
Depressed and uninsured. What now?
I've finally acknowledged that I'm pretty seriously depressed. I don't have insurance and live in San Francisco. What should I do? [more inside]
Shoe stores in Bay Arrea
ShoeStoreFilter: In search of good shoe store in the Bay Area (San Francisco or Berkeley preferred) for ecco shoes, Birkenstocks (the walking shoes, not the sandals), and White Mountain. I prefer not to buy shoes on line.
Long-term estrogen effects?
I've been on estrogen therapy for 26 years - anyone else with similar experience? [more inside]
posted by luckyshirl at 11:14 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by luckyshirl at 11:14 AM PST - 5 comments
What do I need to know about Bangalore?
Going to Bangalore on business. What do I need to know? [more inside]
posted by aberrant at 11:08 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by aberrant at 11:08 AM PST - 8 comments
Input on starting a trail shuttle
Looking for information on starting a shuttle service for backpacking/biking trails. [more inside]
How can i fix the Dashboard on my Jeep Wrangler?
Does anyone know how, where, how much anythign about replacing the dashboard of a 1998 Tj Jeep Wrangler? [more inside]
GPS on a Nokia E60
What is the best way to get GPS on my Nokia E60? [more inside]
My car just got impounded for expired, out of state registration, what now?
My car just got impounded for expired, out of state registration. What now? [more inside]
posted by jaybeans at 10:44 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by jaybeans at 10:44 AM PST - 7 comments
Accounting software for dunces
I need accounting software that will help me manage 20-30 people's income and expenses. [more inside]
posted by MasonDixon at 10:22 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by MasonDixon at 10:22 AM PST - 5 comments
When do grocery stores get deliveries?
Is there a certain day/time of the week when grocery stores get deliveries of certain items? [more inside]
I spilled a bunch of gas in my car.
I spilled a bunch of gas in my car. The smell--apparently--does not dissipate even with the windows rolled down. Any ideas?
Why do zombies like to eat brains?
Why do zombies prefer eating brains (as opposed to any other part of the body)? [more inside]
posted by bryanboyer at 10:07 AM PST - 44 comments
posted by bryanboyer at 10:07 AM PST - 44 comments
Weird XP installation error on a Dell Inspiron 1100
I am having a really hard time with installing Windows XP SP2 on an older Dell laptop... [more inside]
I'm HUNGRY.
Lunch-box-rescue-filter! Help me find a Mr. Bento lunch box (or similar multi-compartmented box) in London, UK. [more inside]
The tree and me don't agree about what is best for the driveway.
Front yard tree eating my driveway to the point that the driveway will need to be repoured. Any chance in correcting the tree's uprooting behavior or is this the death knell for the tree?
What can you tell me about home CD printers?
What can you tell me about home CD printers? [more inside]
Chinese calligraphy question
I've bought a couple pieces of Chinese calligraphy in recent years and have been wondering what the characters on them mean/represent. Can someone here fluent in Chinese or just knowledgeable about Chinese calligraphy give me a decent translation of each? (Sorry about the frame glass glare in the first picture.) Thanks!
http://tinyurl.com/38movo
http://tinyurl.com/2nvc66
posted by aught at 8:36 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by aught at 8:36 AM PST - 11 comments
sister cities?
What is the point of "sister cities"? [more inside]
Just how long does rigor mortis take anyway?
How long does rodent rigor mortis -take- anyway?
The roommate woke me up before my alarm this morning to confirm that she was not, indeed, hallucinating the demise of her beloved hamster, Boo. And for good reason - extended explanation inside. [more inside]
posted by FritoKAL at 8:31 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by FritoKAL at 8:31 AM PST - 10 comments
Please pay for your coffee!
How do I encourage more people to pay into the work coffee fund without actively guarding the coffee pot? [more inside]
What country has the oldest unchanged borders, and how old are they?
What country has the oldest unchanged borders, and how old are they? [more inside]
posted by Maastrictian at 8:03 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by Maastrictian at 8:03 AM PST - 23 comments
How can I support my soon-to-be-medicated beloved?
My girlfriend is going on medication for anxiety. Help me be a good boyfriend. [more inside]
Exercise bike disposal
How to dispose of a broken exercise bike (in north New Jersey)? [more inside]
posted by cyrusdogstar at 7:50 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by cyrusdogstar at 7:50 AM PST - 10 comments
I miss my ex-wife, but my aim is improving...
Can I charge my ex-wife late fees on non-child support money she owes to me each month? [more inside]
Saying it wrong, every time
I know some people who just can’t seem to get the hang of correctly pronouncing uncommon words, no matter how many times they hear the correct way. These are intelligent, educated people, and at least one is an avid reader, but for some reason they constantly, repeatedly, stumble over certain words. Is there a name for this? [more inside]
How do I properly clean and tune a newly purchased, but second-hand, acoustic guitar?
How do I properly clean and tune a newly purchased, but second-hand, acoustic guitar? [more inside]
Sled FAQ needed
His father just passed away, he's from India, how do I show respect.
My Indian (Bangalore) co-worker's father just passed away. How do I offer him the proper condolences and support? [more inside]
1940s Song ID needed
A coworker of mine is trying to remember/identify a pop song from the 1940s, but all she has is some lyrics. [more inside]
posted by JanetLand at 5:24 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by JanetLand at 5:24 AM PST - 4 comments
What if you just have poor balance?
Why don't law enforcement agencies in the US use breath-analysers to accurately check drivers' blood alcohol levels? [more inside]
Help me help the victims of Darfur's genocide.
I want to *go* help the people of Darfur. [more inside]
posted by allkindsoftime at 1:32 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by allkindsoftime at 1:32 AM PST - 14 comments
January 28
3rd Parth Magazine Subscriptions - What's The Catch?
Magazine subscriptions for cheap/free... what's the catch? [more inside]
Weird error box while working in docs folder
Here's a weird error that I only get when I'm in My Documents or Windows Explorer (so it seems)... [more inside]
posted by moonbird at 10:56 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by moonbird at 10:56 PM PST - 11 comments
transforming chicken scratches with photoshop
How can I photoshop my kid's thin pencil drawings so that they look like they were drawn with a sharpie or thicker pen? I want to stick them on shirts at some point. Some of them are just funny and bizarre.
posted by mecran01 at 10:33 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by mecran01 at 10:33 PM PST - 16 comments
Computer refuses to let us erase the hard drive
How can I wipe a hard drive if I can't boot from CD and there is no floppy drive? We want to install winXP on a machine with Ubuntu (eventual dual-boot). [more inside]
No blue box for you!
How do I get a Tiffany's ring without the Tiffany's price? [more inside]
So, why did you leave your last job?
My very first post-college job has little resemblance to the one for which I interviewed. In a couple of weeks, my trial period is up. I do not intend to take the option for employment. How do I spin this in future interviews? [more inside]
Do I need to baby my humidifier?
We have a Air-O-Swiss 7135 humidifier. Is it necessary to fill its tank from Brita-filtered water, or will straight tap water do? [more inside]
Midlife crisis?
Midlife crisis? So, my husband and I have spent the past few years working to live more simply. We recognized that we did not want to spend our lives working very hard to have more stuff. So, we have simplified and are thinking about what to do next. [more inside]
transitioning into management in I.T.?
Any tips for transitioning into management in I.T.? [more inside]
Luc Olivier-Merson Print
I have a Luc Olivier Merson print. It looks to be an original print. The original painting is titled "Rest on the Flight into Egypt". It does have a tear in the upper right corner. Any Idea What it is worth? Otherwise it and the frame is in good condition.
Thanks
Fancy a melee?
Are there any sports that are contested by more than two teams simultaneously? three or [more inside]
posted by Octaviuz at 7:18 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by Octaviuz at 7:18 PM PST - 26 comments
I need a quote about the fragility of modern technolog
I need a quote about the fragility of modern technology and our reliance on it. [more inside]
Accidentally Deleted Sound Playback
What software do I need in order to install an audio playback device on Windows XP? [more inside]
posted by jitterbug perfume at 5:22 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by jitterbug perfume at 5:22 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me find something to Ourtunes that works.
I have a Mac. OurTunes doesn't work. What will? [more inside]
Best programming language for beginners?
I am a 21 year old "field IT technician" looking to pursue programming as a career, and am wondering which language(s) is friendly to beginners and/or likely to help me get a job. I am within commuting distance of Redmond if the MS factor is of any consequence.
Good books/sites on acting/public speaking?
Are there any pro or amateur actors out there who can recommend some good books (or sites) on acting or public speaking? [more inside]
posted by papakwanz at 4:04 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by papakwanz at 4:04 PM PST - 16 comments
Easy way to download an entire album from sites like Kodakgallery.com or snapfish?
Is there an easy way to download an entire album from sites like Kodakgallery.com or snapfish? [more inside]
posted by kingjoeshmoe at 4:02 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by kingjoeshmoe at 4:02 PM PST - 8 comments
I've Heard The Jokes Already
Help me find something to satisfy my oral fixation (no, not that). [more inside]
St. Louis Wedding Locale
St Louis Wedding Locations: My fiancee and I are planning on getting married next spring (2008) in the St. Louis area. Neither of us is very religious, so we're looking for recommendations for ceremony locations that are not in a church. Of course, there's [more inside]
posted by chrisamiller at 3:43 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by chrisamiller at 3:43 PM PST - 18 comments
How, and how much, do the makers of TV shows get paid?
How, and how much, do the makers of TV shows get paid? [more inside]
posted by AmbroseChapel at 3:32 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by AmbroseChapel at 3:32 PM PST - 15 comments
Qs to ask your own self?
What are some good questions to ask your self in the interests of fostering self-insight? [more inside]
Looking for Gold?
Impossible-to-find-movie-filter: I'm looking for a movie called (in translation) "Gold", more under the cut. [more inside]
Connecting an XP box to two networks simultaneously
I have two Windows XP boxes with their own separate DSL connections, and one wireless router. I'm having trouble connecting these two machines with a wireless connection. [more inside]
Mac-friendly wireless routers?
Help me find a Mac friendly wireless router? I've got a broadband neophyte Mac-using brother stuck in the wilderness. He just got DSL, but the router he has only uses PC software, and there's nobody even semi-local who can help him. Are there any wireless routers out there known for their Mac-friendliness? That is, come with Mac software for setup, have Mac-oriented support, etc?
posted by Dunwitty at 2:11 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by Dunwitty at 2:11 PM PST - 30 comments
Awkward stolen vehicle situation
Stolen vehicle filter: I sold a vehicle that was stolen before the buyer took possession of it. WTF? [more inside]
Television commercial data wanted for cool research!
Does anybody know where I can get at a timeslot database for television commercials? (Preferably free or cheap). I'm not interested in viewing the commercials; I'm more interested in constructing bipartite co-occurrence networks between television programs. For example, I want to analyze what commercials are paired up with what other commercials (in that they air for the same shows), how many commercials share a given pair of programs, etc. -- and then making some inferences from the network. [more inside]
Why do I get angry when holding my arms above my head?
Help me understand my feelings of anger when I am required to hold my arms above my head for any amount of time. [more inside]
posted by lazaruslong at 1:16 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by lazaruslong at 1:16 PM PST - 35 comments
What database should I use?
Help me avoid Microsoft. I need a simple database programme, is there a good cheap alternative to MS Access out there? Can anyone recommend OOo base? [more inside]
Hoe does the new ESPN Shot Spot work?
How does the ESPN Shot Spot work? I've been watching the Australian Open with some skepticism. Why is everyone so confident that the calls are accurate? [more inside]
The problem with Google is similar: too many results.
Did Oscar Wilde actually say, "The problem with socialism is that it takes up too many evenings"? If so, where or when? If not, who said it? [more inside]
posted by anotherpanacea at 11:29 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by anotherpanacea at 11:29 AM PST - 18 comments
Korean. Boy. Crab. Flower. Rain. Huh?
I was given a wee bookmark from my friend with an image from an apparently well-known Korean folktale. My friend, (who is Korean) doesn't know the folktale. Neither do I. But I have a burning desire to find out. [more inside]
I want my room to feel clean again, help me fix my carpet!
Can you help me salvage my carpet until I can get a new floor put in? [more inside]
posted by stormygrey at 10:16 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by stormygrey at 10:16 AM PST - 18 comments
water + body = ?????
Beyond the idea that "Water is essential to carry out processes in the human body," I do not understand the more complicated health relationship between water and our bodies. [more inside]
posted by unknowncommand at 7:59 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by unknowncommand at 7:59 AM PST - 25 comments
Cookies! Piping hot fresh from the rice cooker. Eh? What?
Can I bake cookies without a proper oven? [more inside]
posted by Ookseer at 7:21 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by Ookseer at 7:21 AM PST - 24 comments
How do I correctly capture video from my camera to iMovie HD?
How do I transfer correctly my 16:9 video from my Sony camera to my computer using iMovie HD? [more inside]
How to find and fix a scratch in my washing machine.
What to do about a scratched laundry tub? [more inside]
posted by clarkstonian at 6:27 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by clarkstonian at 6:27 AM PST - 11 comments
I do not understand this The Streets lyric
In British slang, does the word "dud" have a meaning other than failure? [more inside]
posted by hooves at 5:40 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by hooves at 5:40 AM PST - 23 comments
Non-boring post-wisdom tooth extraction food?
I really don't want to be bored by plain rice porridge after extracting three wisdom teeth. [more inside]
posted by Xere at 3:16 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by Xere at 3:16 AM PST - 30 comments
Is this photo manipulated?
Scientificfraudfilter. Does this photo look like it's been fabricated or at least significantly manipulated? [more inside]
Law of the lemon
What to do with a meyer lemon? [more inside]
Hair Removal Cost by Method
I am trying to do hair removal cost analisys for women, and need some help.
If you shave, wax, use depilatory creams, etc., would you please give me an average cost per month? [more inside]
Fluoresent light fixtures
Hi:
I am getting ready to replace my regular incandescent light fixtures with fluorescent ones. If you know of a good online company that has a good selection, please let me know. I am looking to replace the Kitchen, bathroom fixtures and also thinking about replacing the lamps in the bedroom. The reason for doing this is during the summer months in Houston it gets really hot.
Thanks
Drop-down menu assistance, please.
I need some help with CSS. Can someone explain why is there a gap in my drop-down menu in Internet Explorer, but not in Firefox, and if it can be corrected? [more inside]
posted by foxinthesnow at 12:53 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by foxinthesnow at 12:53 AM PST - 7 comments
January 27
How to plan a smallish out-of-town gathering?
I'm planning a regional get-together - are there any online tools or articles that can help? [more inside]
posted by susiepie at 11:12 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by susiepie at 11:12 PM PST - 5 comments
How to get a print of a digital pic that looks great on my monitor, but like a** on paper
How to get a print of a digital pic that looks great on my monitor, but like a** on paper [more inside]
wanted: intentional reboot cycle
XP machine in a reboot/restart loop. I want this to happen. Is there a script I can run that will cause it? [more inside]
Article link about Israeli terrorism against US.
A year or two ago there was a news story about Israel awarding medals to several agents of their government for acts of terrorism against Egypt and the United States (in the 70s I think). Formerly they had been denounced by the Israelis as "rogue" agents or some such. Anyone have a link to the story?
posted by BrotherCaine at 7:41 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by BrotherCaine at 7:41 PM PST - 2 comments
Reuse existing tabs in Firefox?
Can I make Firefox 2 for Mac open URL's called by an external application like NetNewsWire by reusing an existing open tab with the same URL, instead of opening a new tab? [more inside]
Where in SF can I get a Moscow Mule in a copper mug?
Where can I find a Moscow Mule in San Francisco, complete with obscure copper mug? IF you can answer and you're in the SF area, I'll buy you a Moscow Mule too (more inside). [more inside]
Double Library Trouble
Can anyobdy help with automatically converting MP3's to AAC's in iTunes WITHOUT duplicating the file? [more inside]
Theories of Collaboration?
ResearchFilter: As part of my thesis work, I'm trying to understand current theories for cooperation and collaboration - what motivates collaborative behavior, what are the pitfalls of collaborative action, etc. I've come across a number of studies that look at a specific instances of collaboration, but very little when it comes to generalized theory. Wood and Gray's Toward a Comprehensive Theory of Collaboration has been helpful, but I could use a bit more. Suggestions appreciated!
Getting back to safemode during a repair in xp
My XP Home SP2 PC is trying to finalize a repair job, but can't. is there any way of performing a system restore? [more inside]
Why can't I exhale after a tonsillectomy?
I had my tonsils removed yesterday morning. Since then, when I'm lying down, I can breathe fine with my head to the side. But when I'm facing straight up, I can't exhale through my nose, although inhaling is fine. [more inside]
How to make my own Brio Sky Train supports?
Does anyone here know about the Brio Sky Train system? [more inside]
Is this a mental condition -- or am I just a world-class procrastinator?
Within the last few years, I've increasingly had to fight off my own tendency to break things down into nearly infinitesimal parts in order to get anything done. For example: I'll decide to have friends over for dinner. I'll invite them. I'll begin to peruse cookbooks, see recipes I like -- how will the side dish go with the entree? Is there a better place in town to get the chicken as opposed to the asparagus? And the music -- it would be nice to have a good jazz soundtrack going -- Sketches of Spain -- no, no! -- Johnny Mandel's score for "The Sandpiper"! Which I have on vinyl. Somewhere... the next thing you know, I've been out in the garage for 45 minutes, trying to dig up my copy. [more inside]
I want my Recherche!
Cool NYC libraries, foreign language books in NYC & availability of book borrowing to foreign people in NYC libraries. (mi) [more inside]
posted by Baldons at 3:31 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Baldons at 3:31 PM PST - 12 comments
When vous becomes tu
In languages which use different pronouns to distinguish 'you' (close, informal, equal) and 'you' (distant, formal, hierarchical), how is a shift between the two handled? [more inside]
Raster data in PCL
Could someone explain how the raster data in PCL is converted into what is printed on paper. [more inside]
posted by sailormouth at 2:44 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by sailormouth at 2:44 PM PST - 3 comments
Going slow?
Is there a simple utility that tests data writing speeds? I have a new external device which purports to be USB 2.0 (as is my Win XP computer, I think), but just seems... slow. For example, 3.5GB just took 59 minutes to copy over from my HD to the external HD. How can I speed things up?
I'm too sexy for my training bra.
Where can I find a great selection of very small bras? [more inside]
Articlles about the evils of processed food
A doctor recently told my husband that he needs to change his eating habits, she specifically said that he has to stop eating so much processed food. He is going to make the change but wants more information about why processed food is bad. I need help finding an article or website about processed food that can convince him to stop eating it.
Is there a form coming?
Self Employed Tax Question: I worked as a freelance carpenter for half of '05. Should I be looking for a form from the place(s) that I worked for in the mail? Or do I need to crack out my bank statements and a calculator? (I'm in Chicago, if that makes any difference)
posted by schwap23 at 10:00 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by schwap23 at 10:00 AM PST - 6 comments
Yes, it is very country. But I'm confused.
Take this lyric and David Allen Coe it. [more inside]
posted by jason's_planet at 9:54 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by jason's_planet at 9:54 AM PST - 6 comments
Indie / rock covers of ABBA's "Dancing Queen"?
I recently admitted to myself and to the world that I really, really love ABBA's Dancing Queen! Are there any interesting indie / rock covers of it to be found online? [more inside]
Help me find other games in the same vein as Seven Kingdoms or, failing that, Netstorm.
Looking for another game in the same vein as Seven Kingdoms or, failing that, Netstorm. [more inside]
How can I keep the peace with my boyfriend and still maintain a friendship with my (male) coworker?
Tips on dealing with suspicion and jealous responses from significant others to opposite sex friendship(s)? New friendship, steady relationship, and of course I'll give you the details inside. [more inside]
radiation exposure and fertitilty
IANAD do I do not know is this is a riduculous concern or not that I have. My son is 28 and I have reason to believe that he and his partner are trying to conceive. When he was 3 or 4 he had some fllings done on his teeth and the (old country) doctor who did them " forgot" to cover his lap when he took the xrays and I have always wondered if that sort of exposure to radiation ( 25 yrs ago roughly) could have damaged the motility of his sperm, or somehow compromised the general overall health or production of sperm. I have not mentioned this to him and I do not know if I should or just wait and see. Any thoughts or helpful informed repsonses? Thanks
Truckers in Spaaaaaace - help me find realistic, grimy, near-future space stories
I'm reading Alastair Reynold's excellent Pushing Ice and I'd love to read more like it - help me Mefi! [more inside]
posted by Happy Dave at 8:08 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by Happy Dave at 8:08 AM PST - 24 comments
Cheap milk replacement for cereal? In a bulk dry mix?
Wanted: Extremely cheap non-milk replacement for cereal eating. [more inside]
Photo book creation tips?
photo book creation: I'm a newbie looking for tips from the experienced. I've seen lots of recommendations for Shutterfly. I'm thinking of trying their 12 x 12 format primarily because I want to recreate 8.5 x 11 Christmas letters from years past, interspersed with the photos. [more inside]
Looking for decent compact laptop.
This question was asked about a year ago.... I'm looking for a compact, small screen (12" or less) laptop for travel that's decently priced. Any thoughts/advise?
Anonymous admirers on Flickr
What's going on with Flickr? Myself, my wife, and people we know, are getting dozens of our photos favourited...by people with no photos of their own, no profile, and no contacts. And they never leave any comments. What's this all about? Some kind of scam? Spam? Or completely innocent?
posted by Jimbob at 3:47 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by Jimbob at 3:47 AM PST - 30 comments
What to do with our dead walnut tree?
During a recent storm here in Belgium, the walnut tree in our garden was blown down. Now we have this huge (about 7 meters long) tree corpse in our garden. I could cut it into firewood, but it seems a waste of all that beautiful wood. [more inside]
posted by Siberian Mist at 3:32 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Siberian Mist at 3:32 AM PST - 14 comments
Good online shops shipping within Europe?
Looking for personal recommendations for Europe-based online shopping sites that ship to different European countries; especially, at the moment, looking for a place that sells cosmetics from different distributors. [more inside]
How to connect internal TV speakers to audio system?
Connecting internal TV speakers to audio system. Is is possible? How could I screw up? The TV is already open and some wires disconnected. [more inside]
posted by Dataphage at 2:08 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Dataphage at 2:08 AM PST - 8 comments
A TAXing Question
H&R Block sells kinda pricey tax preparation software and for an extra $15 bucks, or so, you can file online using that software. Or, you can go to the IRS website and grab a link that allows you to prepare AND FILE your taxes for FREE -- using H&R Block's website.
This makes no sense to me. Why on earth would they do that??? [more inside]
posted by RavinDave at 12:42 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by RavinDave at 12:42 AM PST - 10 comments
What are the elbow/bicep straps so many NFL players are sporting this season?
What are the elbow/bicep straps so many NFL players are sporting this season? [more inside]
posted by Manjusri at 12:30 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Manjusri at 12:30 AM PST - 7 comments
January 26
Art per square inch
How to scale prices for my paintings [more inside]
Home time travel device?
What does this strange dial in my apartment do? [more inside]
posted by bbuda at 10:43 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by bbuda at 10:43 PM PST - 16 comments
Take me far from the cynics in this town
Help a bankrupt student plan a week-long, post-exam, "let's-get-away-from-this-silly-place" road trip for cheap!! [more inside]
posted by Phire at 9:49 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Phire at 9:49 PM PST - 5 comments
hungarian music
I'm looking for some modern Hungarian music, with Hungarian lyrics, preferably somethings with a bit of an electronic influence. [more inside]
What outward traits relate to personal info?
I've found that some deep seeded personal information manifests it's self through much more casual every day behavior. I'd like to learn how to spot more of these traits. Examples and clarification inside. [more inside]
posted by magikker at 8:12 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by magikker at 8:12 PM PST - 32 comments
What does "hair and hemline" mean?
Explain to me what the "hair and hemline" issue is? [more inside]
How much for the blood diamond?
I just watched the film Blood Diamond and am currently wondering just how much would that very sought after diamond actually be sold for? [more inside]
What's best chip & memory bang for my buck?
What's best chip & memory bang for my buck? For my upcoming laptop purchase, any reason to upgrade the configuration from an Intel Core 2 Duo 1.66GHz 2M L2 Cache to something speedier like the Intel Core 2 Duo 2.00GHz 4M L2 Cache ($140 upgrade at Dell)? Is there a noticable difference? And, what's the ideal amount of memory? 2.0GB DDR2 SDRAM ($195 upgrade from 1GB at Dell)?... I'm inclined to skip the chip upgrade and get the extra RAM. Do you agree? What sort of use would necessitate the faster chip...gaming? No hi-graphics games for me. I just like my apps and my Web pages to load fast and tolerate multiples open simultaneously. And I'm not all that interested in a Vista upgrade...
Salvation from Super-Sizing!
Lunch time! Calling all Mefites for any and all suggestions of successful brown-bagging! [more inside]
Who was this singer I saw on the TV in Steve and Barry's?
I was in a Steve and Barry's store today, and saw pretty cool music video, and now I can't remember who is artist is. It was a dark-haired female vocalist, whose first name I believe was Kaern or Kaeren or Karyn. In the video, she was in a snowy park in what appeared to be NYC. Any ideas?
posted by 4ster at 7:20 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by 4ster at 7:20 PM PST - 4 comments
A terminal shaped like a laptop?
I would like a dumb terminal - keyboard, mouse, and monitor - that's physically shaped, more or less, like a laptop. [more inside]
Make my hole bigger!
How do I make a deadbolt hole in a door wider? [more inside]
posted by Mach5 at 6:20 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Mach5 at 6:20 PM PST - 7 comments
Tune up disaster
Spark plug wire popped off while driving and now it looks like that cylinder isn't firing. How much trouble am I in? [more inside]
posted by ducksauce at 6:05 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by ducksauce at 6:05 PM PST - 10 comments
Identify this gold coin
NumismaticFilter: Can you help me identify this gold coin? [more inside]
posted by DarkForest at 5:53 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by DarkForest at 5:53 PM PST - 12 comments
HT set up home wireless network with laptop using active directory at work?
HT set up home wireless network with laptop using active directory at work? [more inside]
Sick kitty needs nose to work again.
Tips for getting a sick pussycat on a feeding tube to eat by mouth again (and a cautionary tale)? [more inside]
posted by Scram at 5:29 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by Scram at 5:29 PM PST - 34 comments
Wooing by untsing
I am trying to impress a girl, with a mix-tape. This is my second try since she failed to see the romance in Punks in the Beerlight and I Will Dare. She likes techno. Which I don't know nothing about. So I'd like some help, making a dance/techno mix-tape that spells romance with room for a plausible denial of any romantic feelings.
posted by I Foody at 5:21 PM PST - 54 comments
posted by I Foody at 5:21 PM PST - 54 comments
How can I prove that a mistake existed on a website six months ago?
How can I prove that a mistake existed on a website six months ago? [more inside]
posted by roll truck roll at 4:32 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by roll truck roll at 4:32 PM PST - 24 comments
Guitar Amp- Tube Change
Replacing power tubes in a guitar amp [more inside]
posted by InfidelZombie at 3:33 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by InfidelZombie at 3:33 PM PST - 12 comments
You say tomayto, I say tomahto
What's the best tomato-based dessert you've ever had (if you've had any!)? [more inside]
Save me two weeks of manual labor, please
I have a data set of approximately 9,000 hip-hop tracks. It's in an Excel file. I have the song title, the artist, and the album. Now I just need the year. How can I find and automatically import the year into the Excel file without manually looking up every track on Google? Is there a way to do this with MusicBrainz or a similar database?
Web-powered reminder service that I can host
Need an easy way to put notes and reminders on my website. [more inside]
posted by sublivious at 2:00 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by sublivious at 2:00 PM PST - 12 comments
I Need Root Beer
Where can I find root beer in London? [more inside]
posted by BradNelson at 1:41 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by BradNelson at 1:41 PM PST - 15 comments
Should I report what I suspect is a ponzi scheme being pitched?
What should I do about overhearing what I think was the pitch for a ponzi scheme? [more inside]
Must Pro Tools Software be purchased with Mbox?
Can I use any Mbox device (compatible with this program of course) to run Pro Tools LE 6.0? Must you buy the Mbox and software together for proper use? [more inside]
Modern ways of testing character
"Therefore a gentleman sends a man to a distant mission in order to test his loyalty..." What are some modern ways in which to discover others' true character? [more inside]
posted by mjklin at 1:11 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by mjklin at 1:11 PM PST - 43 comments
Best way to scale up a prototype application?
Better to prototype an application and hire someone to port it, or learn C from the ground up and do it myself? [more inside]
posted by ndrw at 12:58 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by ndrw at 12:58 PM PST - 14 comments
Help identify this movie
Please help me figure out the name of this movie... A few weeks ago I rented a DVD and it there was a trailer for a movie. I can't remember the name but I know kind of what it was about. It was about a guy who played music (from what I remember it was mostly piano). And he was kind of crazy from what the trailer revealed. He recorded himself on cassette and there was always some kind of little alien on the cover. I thought it was by Sony Pictures, but I couldn't find it on their website or imdb. Any help would be appreciated. If you've seen this movie, how was it?
posted by bsexton at 12:28 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by bsexton at 12:28 PM PST - 16 comments
Good places for singer/songwriters?
Where are some good places for an aspiring performing songwriter to live? Not so much looking to sweep the pop music world as I am looking to find a spot on the long tail. But I've been thinking it might be helpful to look for locations where there are sizable audiences of people who regularly choose live but thoughtful music as an entertainment option and artists and venues that oblige them. [more inside]
Help me pinpoint a day in the early 2000s.
Help me pinpoint a day in the early 2000s. [more inside]
posted by daninnj at 12:23 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by daninnj at 12:23 PM PST - 31 comments
Looking for help and suggestions on an illusion/science experiment/bit of alchemy I can perform.
Looking for help and suggestions on an illusion/science experiment/bit of alchemy I can perform. [more inside]
Help me bend Google Maps to my will....
Help me bend Google Maps to my will.... [more inside]
Investment options for the young and the restless?
A friend needs to find a good place to park some money that will ultimately be used for house down-payment purposes. Help me come up with a few good investment options. [more inside]
Where can I find a bboy workout?
The B-Boy workout: How are B-Boys able to build such strength in proportion to their own bodyweight? Traditional bodybuilding should be able to help, but are there certain exercises that allow for people to control and distort their bodyweight in the way B-Boys do? [more inside]
posted by misled at 10:51 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by misled at 10:51 AM PST - 25 comments
Help me pay for as little of the War in Iraq as I can...
Calculating cost basis for stocks I sold last year -- how much proof does the IRS want? [more inside]
Did cavemen care about geometry?
Is there a way to get a perfect right angle out in the woods (for example)? [more inside]
posted by ORthey at 10:28 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by ORthey at 10:28 AM PST - 19 comments
Video Editing and Processing
What resources can you recommend for professional digital video editing and processing? Books, magazines, websites, forums, courses and software suggestions are all appreciated. [more inside]
I would like to read some good, non-political, military blogs.
I would like to read some good, non-political, military blogs. (Yes, I know. You're laughing at me.) [more inside]
I'm powerless@!
I need to find someone with awesome soldering skills in the DC/Baltimore area. [more inside]
posted by god hates math at 9:57 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by god hates math at 9:57 AM PST - 8 comments
How to create professional-looking documents
I want to create a publication to send to customers, but don't know the best way to make it. Is there any program, tool, or template that I could use to make a professional-looking "Getting Started Guide" or informational booklet? [more inside]
Searching for homeowner blog
Homeowner blogs? [more inside]
Satellite image date needed from Google Maps
Recently, the satellite images in Google Maps for Ocean City, MD were updated to a higher resolution. Does anyone know the date that these new images were captured? I know from landmarks that these images were captured sometime during summer 2006, but I'm curious to have an exact date, if possible.
Pronunciation for Burns's Address to a Haggis
I am called upon, with short notice, to deliver the Address to a Haggis. I know the words, but I want to make it sound as good as possible; can you point me to a pronunciation guide or - better - a credible recording?
posted by Wolfdog at 9:32 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Wolfdog at 9:32 AM PST - 5 comments
Tricks for a Dietary Transition?
My wife has a condition that may be helped by cutting dairy foods and wheat from her diet. Can anyone advise us on how to make the transition from a diet replete with dairy and wheat to one devoid of these foods? How will our bodies react? What about our psyches? Can anyone recommend recipes or better yet, cook books?
posted by partner at 9:18 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by partner at 9:18 AM PST - 29 comments
Flooding, what to do?
My apartment had some minor flooding last night. Is it unreasonable to ask for a month of free rent? Or, have I lost my security deposit? [more inside]
posted by nasreddin at 9:07 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by nasreddin at 9:07 AM PST - 17 comments
Identify these Spanish pop songs
Help me identify these Spanish pop songs. One; Two; Three; Four. Failing that, if any Spanish speakers could transcribe a few lines of lyrics for me, that would be helpful.
posted by ed\26h at 8:55 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by ed\26h at 8:55 AM PST - 16 comments
Am I obligated to pay this occupant for "holding" the apartment?
Am I required to pay half a month's rent for a room in 2 bedroom apartment, having had my bags there for 4 days and having never signed a lease? [more inside]
posted by Land Stander at 8:44 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by Land Stander at 8:44 AM PST - 36 comments
Ohana in Kihei?
Seeking specific South Maui condo/ohana/cottage recommendations. [more inside]
Is there a utility that will let me save my screen layout?
Every morning, when I hook my mac up to my external display at work, I have to spend a little bit re-arranging all my active application windows where I want them. Is there some sort of utility that would let me save the layout?
Do people have a real genuine "need" for sugar sometimes, or is it psychological?
Do people have a real genuine "need" for sugar sometimes, or is it psychological? [more inside]
posted by angryjellybean at 7:05 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by angryjellybean at 7:05 AM PST - 20 comments
What's up with floaters/internal temps in companies?
What can you tell me about "internal temps" or "floaters" at large companies? [more inside]
posted by staggernation at 6:45 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by staggernation at 6:45 AM PST - 13 comments
Get me back to Canada.
How much is the going bribe for a Mexican police officer? [more inside]
posted by Totally Zanzibarin' Ya at 6:44 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by Totally Zanzibarin' Ya at 6:44 AM PST - 21 comments
Need a utility to generate HTML
Utility needed: I've been hunting online for a free utility to do the following, and have had no luck, so I'm turning to the hive mind. I need something Windows-based that will scan through a directory structure and create HTML pages for each directory below the starting point with all the files listed and each one clickable as a relative link to the file. For the brave or helpful, there's a bit [more inside]
Why is my new laptop buzzing? And why do dogs have wet noses?
Why does my laptop make an annoying, high-pitched buzz when it accesses the hard drive? [more inside]
Bit Comet screwing up my internet?
When I start Bit Comet dowloads (of legal material only) I notice it works momentarily, but then messes up the internet connection for all other apps. Logmein goes offline, MSN Msg logs out, and i can access websites intermittently... What gives? [more inside]
January 25
I'm tilted!
[Girlie filter] I'm tilted! [more inside]
What is the best way to go about a diet while in college?
What is the best way to go about a diet while in college? [more inside]
posted by zacharyseibert at 10:43 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by zacharyseibert at 10:43 PM PST - 24 comments
I can't stop thinking about death.
I can't stop thinking about death. [more inside]
Does any other company make a Mac-capable computer?
Why can't any other computer company make a Mac? [more inside]
How to learn applied .NET from top to bottom?
Looking for resources on specific programming topics, with a particular teaching methodology (basically, applied examples and real-world walkthroughs). Some of the topics are C#-specific. Some are more general, but would preferably be taught from a C# (or at least .NET) perspective. [more inside]
If I swallowed a penny as a child, is it possible that it's still somewhere inside me?
I swallowed a penny as a three-year-old but never told anyone about it. [more inside]
Early morning riser I am not.
Help me wake up with my alarm. [more inside]
Can I collect unemployment because the owner abandoned his business?
Can I collect unemployment because the owner abandoned his business and will not return phone calls or e-mails? [more inside]
How to put on a low-key indie wedding
How to create a low-key "indie" wedding? [more inside]
(Possibly) searching for an assistant for a classical pianist
Please help my wife weigh her options and possibly find someone to help her career as a classical pianist continue to progress. [more inside]
Watchband repair?
How do I keep my watchband from coming off the watch? [more inside]
Account for Small Import Business
Help my friend find an accountant for her small but growing import business. [more inside]
posted by alms at 6:01 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by alms at 6:01 PM PST - 2 comments
A giant upright ponzi scheme?
How do condo developers make their money? [more inside]
posted by The Giant Squid at 5:49 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by The Giant Squid at 5:49 PM PST - 9 comments
Scaling the small network
How to scale a small network to support a growing workforce? [more inside]
TRAC - 'how to' from a business perspective
I'm looking for tips/resources on how to best use Trac (bug-tracking cum project management software) for small web-app shop [more inside]
Help me find discontinued Ikea silverware
Help me find discontinued Ikea silverware to purchase new or used! [more inside]
Coffee Machine Stinkiness
Coffee Filter: I was given a small espresso machine for Christmas. How do I get rid of the "new machine" smell? [more inside]
posted by ninazer0 at 4:54 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by ninazer0 at 4:54 PM PST - 6 comments
Accessible Lodging for Coachella Festival
TravelFilter: I need recommendations on where to stay during the Coachella Music Festival. [more inside]
Things to do for students in San Rafael, CA?
My school is flying me and 30 of my friends to Dominican University in San Rafael, CA for an undergraduate conference April 11-15th. Help us find exciting things to do while we aren't presenting papers. [more inside]
Is crooked vaginal piping a problem?
GirlFilter: I am crooked... inside. Travelers to my vagina would find themselves taking an abrupt right turn 2 or 3 inches in. Is this normal? Do I have to marry a crooked man? [more inside]
How to handle an insecure friend
If you have a few insecure friends that obviously get bent-out-of-shape when you make plans without them, what is the best way to deal with the situation? [more inside]
cranberry dessert
What's the best dessert featuring cranberries you've ever had?
posted by gregoryc at 3:27 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by gregoryc at 3:27 PM PST - 32 comments
The 'feeling fat' syndrome
What causes the temporary "feeling fat" syndrome? Not "feeling full". [more inside]
Why can't a girl get a little freedom?
What is an average (even slightly conservative) weekday/weeknight bedtime/curfew for a 17 year old female high school senior? [more inside]
I need dental insurance
Is there a Dental Insurance Plan out there that will allow me to cover my family? [more inside]
posted by Chuck Cheeze at 2:34 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Chuck Cheeze at 2:34 PM PST - 7 comments
Picking GPS for Vehicle
How do I choose a GPS system for my car? [more inside]
How to stream video from a PC to a TV?
What is the simplest and least expensive way to stream MP3s and video in various formats to a standard TV? Considerably [more inside]
posted by WinnipegDragon at 1:52 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by WinnipegDragon at 1:52 PM PST - 18 comments
What rap song is sampling Berlioz?
There's a new-ish Rap song out there. I heard it this weekend... can't remember where.
It's got a part sampled in from a song called "Songe d'une nuit de sabbat" or "Dream of a Witches Sabbath" from Symphony Fantastique by Hector Berlioz. What song is it? [more inside]
posted by bofe at 1:43 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by bofe at 1:43 PM PST - 5 comments
The wrong bar
Taking the Illinois bar... Is the full BarBri course worth it? [more inside]
from the Midwest to the Midsouth
My husband and I are thinking about taking a road trip in mid-March from St. Louis to Charleston. We'll probably swing down and visit Savannah, and then go back up and stop in Atlanta to visit family for a day or so. We only have a week to do this. Any suggestions for what we should see/do along the way? [more inside]
Catch 22 help needed
Artyfilter: How can i depict the book Catch 22 in visual terms [more inside]
posted by Iananan at 12:58 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Iananan at 12:58 PM PST - 13 comments
Yo, Who Be Dis Chick?
Painting Identification Time: Can you identify this painting for me?. [more inside]
posted by unixrat at 12:38 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by unixrat at 12:38 PM PST - 4 comments
How long do you have to deliver a service?
I purchased a service to deliver traffic to one of my web sites. I know it reeks of scam, but I was curious. That's beside the point.
The terms of service don't state anything about the timeframe in which that traffic will be delivered. It's come in dribs and drabs (then entire purchase would take years, literally, to be delivered). And their stats do not match mine. Every single day shows them delivering more traffic than my whole site gets.
That said, I have two questions.
1) What is the legal basis for timely delivery of such a service, given that timeliness is not discussed in their terms at all. There ought to be a reasonable assumption of how long they have to perform their service, right?
2) Since legal action is not a reasonable option (it would cost more to get a refund than the refund is worth), what are some ideas for completely legal ways I could put a spotlight on this company's potentially fraudulent but certainly terrible service?
Please advise my girlfriend about overcoming her anxiety over times when I’m not there (I’m bipolar, she has panic disorder and OCD).
I have bipolar disorder and although I have been stable for more than a year I have had several manic episodes in the past (when I was very ill and she was unable to contact me) and my girlfriend worries I may have another when she’s not with me at night. We would like for me to be able to stay at home for a few days every now and then but this is currently not possible, as she gets too anxious and distressed. How can we make this happen? [more inside]
posted by AuroraSky at 12:20 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by AuroraSky at 12:20 PM PST - 5 comments
Installing Ubuntu
OK, just built a new system (AMD 64 bit Vista). Also installed a smaller hard drive for the purpose of optional dual boot to Ubuntu. I downloaded the alt. install disk, but it will not auto boot. When exploring the disk there is no executable file. What am I missing?
Am I stuck with one electric company?
I need a new electric company. But there seems to be only one really sheisty one here in Daytona, FL. Am I doomed to pay their extortion? [more inside]
Hip me out
I'm 30 with bursitis in my left hip joint. Should I get an MRI as prescribed? [more inside]
Customizing the size of the tex-shell window
I want to make a very small but critical change in the way emacs behaves in latex-mode. Can I force the tex-shell window to be a different size than half the current window? [more inside]
posted by gleuschk at 11:31 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by gleuschk at 11:31 AM PST - 6 comments
Help me consolidate thousands of pictures
I have a bunch of directories of pictures across multiple disks. Many images are duplicated. Additionally, I had to use some disk recovery software to rescue other images and the filenames changed. At the moment, I can't guarantee that all of the filenames are unique.
I'd like to weed out the duplicates and then ultimately consolidate everything into iPhoto. I'm talking close to 20,000 pictures. [more inside]
Were there any real pre-antibiotic cures for TB?
BackInTime Filter: If I could go back in time to pre-antibiotics, and I caught "consumption" (TB), is there anything I could do to treat it, given my 21st century knowledge? [more inside]
Extending the range of a WAP54G
Wireless networking: I would like to increase the range of my wireless network inside my apartment. I currently have a Linksys WAP54G hooked up to my wired router. Is the best solution to get another WAP54G or the Linksys Wireless-G Range Expander (WRE54G)? Or would I be better buying a new pair of WAPs? [more inside]
posted by skwm at 10:58 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by skwm at 10:58 AM PST - 7 comments
Misbehavior of the Markets and other things
I have a few questions about Benoit Mandelbrot's "(Mis)behavior of the Markets", fractal finance and Gaussian distribution. [more inside]
posted by geoff. at 10:55 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by geoff. at 10:55 AM PST - 4 comments
Dynamic Mapping
Coding a custom Google Maps or MS VirtualEarth project for a 501(c)(3) charity web site. [more inside]
posted by mr_crash_davis at 10:49 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by mr_crash_davis at 10:49 AM PST - 5 comments
Does it make sense to (and what are the tax implications) of converting IRA funds into a Roth IRA account?
Does it make sense to (and what are the tax implications) of converting IRA funds into a Roth IRA account? [more inside]
Motorcycle Security
What’s the best way to secure a parked motorcycle? [more inside]
posted by ijoshua at 10:43 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by ijoshua at 10:43 AM PST - 15 comments
I, too, would like 10 million dollars
Can these fares to Japan possibly be real? [more inside]
Search and Replace across entire website
I need to do a massive replace of Flash object HTML code throughout an entire site. I really don't want to download each page and fix it by hand. [more inside]
posted by niles at 10:20 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by niles at 10:20 AM PST - 11 comments
Stop the frost
Frost Experts: how can i stop frost buildup on a window/door? [more inside]
Need TV stand with shelves on top
For the life of me I cannot find a TV stand with shelves on top for the DVD player, cable box etc. Everything has shelves on the bottom. I cannot afford to have one designed and built. Any ideas or suggestions?
Life in New Orleans in 1925
Where is good source of information about everyday life in New Orleans during the 1920s? [more inside]
posted by thivaia at 9:23 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by thivaia at 9:23 AM PST - 5 comments
Windy City Podcast Reco's?
Chicagoans: What are your favorite podcasts? (Non-Chicagoans can answer, too). [more inside]
Is my defined pension plan kaput?
What does "plan earnings are below ERISA minimum funding levels" mean? [more inside]
Dog with mysterious pain -- what should I expect?
Dog in sudden, mysterious pain. Going to see the vet as soon as possible, but want to be as prepared as I can be. [more inside]
posted by treepour at 8:46 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by treepour at 8:46 AM PST - 13 comments
Where should I rent a vacation house for 4 weeks this summer east of the Mississippi?
Where should I rent a vacation house for 4 weeks this summer (east of the Mississippi)? [more inside]
How to Write Interesting Computer Science
I need help in learning how to write. Specifically, technical writing in the area of computer science. Most specifically, paper writing. [more inside]
Are people afraid of ghosts?
How much will my home's location across from a cemetery affect resale? [more inside]
How to share a washer/dryer with other tenants?
So I found a new home. Its great. Only catch is this: there is a washer dryer hookup but I'm pretty sure its hooked up to only one of the unit's electric/gas (I'm not sure who's). This seems like this would ultimately lead to conflict. I'm trying to figure out a low stress solution to this problem. [more inside]
Looking for a gym in Montréal.
Hi, this is my first question... here goes:
I live in Montreal (but am not a native of the city), I'm looking for a gym that has 3 month or "pay-as-you-go" memberships (as I may be moving July 1st). I don't drive, so it pretty much needs to be near a métro station; on that note I work & live on the Orange line (work=Cremazie / home=Cote-Vertu).
I'm kind of lazy, but I do enjoy going to a gym... i.e. if it's not too much out of my way, I'll go regularly.
Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
Who goes hardest on these broads?
What are the most misogynist rap songs you have ever heard? See [more inside]
posted by reenum at 6:25 AM PST - 60 comments
posted by reenum at 6:25 AM PST - 60 comments
Where can I buy 50ml glass bottles in the UK?
UK Purchasing Filter: Where can I buy (for UK delivery) 50ml cylindrical glass bottles (in green or clear glass) that are watertight and can be properly sealed. [more inside]
Stockholm accommodation for couple with toddler!
Help my friend get a cheap, good hotel in Stockholm! Travelling with baby daughter! [more inside]
Help a boy wow a girl.
My best friend is trying to make a major play to win back the lost love of his life. She left years ago, but has recently started gravitating in his direction. They're getting to know each other again, and the time is approaching when he needs to really make his intentions 100% clear -- he wants to surprise her with an adventurous getaway. However, because of a story that is too long for this forum, this all has to take place in the space of about 36 hours door to door. So, what do you recommend? [more inside]
How to prevent my daschund from jumping and standing?
My daschund dog won't stop doing two dangerous things for its spine: jumping and standing. How to stop it?
Danish Sitting Arrangements
A friend was in a cinema in Copenhagen and the seats were numbered left to right 2,4,6,8,10,11,9,7,5,3,1. Is this normal in Copenhagen, Denmark, Scandinavia? If so what is the rationale?
posted by Gratishades at 4:46 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Gratishades at 4:46 AM PST - 14 comments
Let me fly away in a ship!
Where does one go to buy an airship? [more inside]
How does insuffalating medicine work?
How does the medicine actually get into the blood stream through the nose and sinus lining and are some medicines less effective when insuffalated?
Should we move to Honolulu?
My SO has gotten a job offer in Honolulu. Should we go? [more inside]
January 24
How to create a CrossBrowser Bookmarklet?
I have written a bookmarklet that works in Firefox but not in IE6. How can I change it to be supported cross browser or even as a separate bookmarklet to get the same results. [more inside]
posted by mickbw at 10:08 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by mickbw at 10:08 PM PST - 5 comments
Searching for Obscure World Currency
Traveling MeFites, what is the best place (online or in person) to purchase the widest amount of available currency from various countries? [more inside]
How to find fake snow in LA?
PropFilter: How to find fake snow in LA? [more inside]
If one of the blueberries in the batch has grown mold, are they all tainted?
SpoiledFruitFilter: If one of the blueberries in the batch has grown mold, are they all tainted? [more inside]
Help me find a durable retractable ID badge holder.
Help me find a durable retractable ID badge holder. This is similar to what I'm looking for, but the problem is that I only need ONE and not one hundred of them.
I've been searching for quite a while now and can't seem to find anywhere that will sell just one. I'm having no problems finding them in bulk, but that isn't what I need.
I have an ID badge holder now but it has a nylon cord and I've already broken two of them. I want something more durable than the cheap nylon freebie ones.
posted by drstein at 9:06 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by drstein at 9:06 PM PST - 20 comments
Help me name that tune!
There is a song near the end of the movie Babel that does not appear to be on the sound track. Can someone please name that tune? [more inside]
How can I sound informed about the Super Bowl teams?
How can I sound informed about the Super Bowl teams? [more inside]
Sick of Denny's in Seattle
I am trying to make a decent list of 24 hour/late night restaurants in the Seattle/Lynnwood area. There are the obvious (Denny's, Dick's, Shari's etc) but we grow weary... [more inside]
posted by evilcupcakes at 8:01 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by evilcupcakes at 8:01 PM PST - 15 comments
How to find my laptop's second RAM slot
Why can't I find the second RAM slot in my laptop? [more inside]
Feel the burn! Then play fireman in the urinal.
Does "holding it in" burn extra calories? How much? [more inside]
posted by xiojason at 7:32 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by xiojason at 7:32 PM PST - 17 comments
Harmful Fantasy?
(possibly NSFW) I have an ongoing fantasy concerning my wife and I'm wondering why I fantasize about such a thing and whether it is potentially harmful. [more inside]
Is there any way to have embarrassing google results removed?
Is there any way to have embarrassing google results removed? [more inside]
How can I make my stepmom stop bragging about me?
Should I tell my stepmother to stop bragging about me? [more inside]
Hygiene in the Middle Ages
Hygiene in the Middle Ages to 19th century [more inside]
posted by victorashul at 7:22 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by victorashul at 7:22 PM PST - 15 comments
Two speakers, one channel
My left computer speaker — part of an Altec Lansing ATP3 set — is going on the fritz. Is there anything I can do? [more inside]
Looking for wafer cookies
Where can I find single layer wafer cookies, with no cream filling? [more inside]
Books in Spanish for Kids?
Looking for good children's literature in Spanish. [more inside]
What book contains this description?
What book contains this description (and where in the book if possible)? Alaskan / Yukon rivers that freeze on the surface in the winter, then run dry beneath the ice, leaving river tunnels which bears and other animals then inhabit. Thought it might be John McPhee's Coming Into the Country, or Barry Lopez's Arctic Dreams, but paging through both I couldn't find it.
Old west Mythbusters
Mythbusting Question: can you help me find inspiration in the old west? [more inside]
My best friend: TV
I have Dish Network and my DVR has a USB port on the back. Is there a way to transfer programming from the DVR to my laptop? What is needed to make this happen?
Help me find this quote!
There's a quote that goes something like this: "The problem with today's world is that children disobey their parents, and everyone is writing a novel." Anyone know what the actual quote was, and who said it? [more inside]
posted by bjork24 at 6:12 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by bjork24 at 6:12 PM PST - 7 comments
PayPal spending suggestions?
US$5000 in PayPal cash. Can't withdraw it easily (long story). Need to spend it online. Not based in the US or Canada. Any suggestions of how to spend it (interesting or cheap or boutique shops or causes or opportunities that take PayPal and ship/download internationally?) Open to anything and everything. [more inside]
Looking for feedback on a citymap/GIS idea
My local city lacks a good online GIS/information map. I have a perfect idea for one, but am stuck trying to figure out to implement it. Anyone have suggestions/experience with building a web2.0/GIS website aimed at helping city residents find local information/businesses ? [more inside]
How to get my LCD television a few inches higher?
Does something convenient exist that can elevate my LCD TV a few inches - like a monitor riser, but for a 37" television? [more inside]
posted by thatgirl at 5:02 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by thatgirl at 5:02 PM PST - 11 comments
Do stocks track inflation?
Novel?
Can anyone recommend a novel suitable for first year students studying the contemporary US? [more inside]
Peas please (in NYC)
In NYC, where can I buy FRESH SHELLED peas? (Not the sprouted peas from Sproutman.) On the A or 2/3 would be great, but I'd love to hear about any possibilities anywhere in the five boroughs.
How to not screw up my kid?
How can I get past the fear that I'm totally going to botch the very important job of parenthood, and just be a good mom? [more inside]
Tax time!
I'm looking to find the right accountant. But I don't know where to start! Just a little bit [more inside]
posted by still at 4:30 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by still at 4:30 PM PST - 5 comments
Where to buy one-foot-square black bookcase?
I'd like to find a cheap one-foot-square black tower bookcase, like the one I bought years ago, but haven't been able to find one online. The shelves need to be large enough for a piece of 8.5"x11" paper. The ideal height would be 3'-5'. The ideal color would be black and the price under $150.
posted by espertus at 4:22 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by espertus at 4:22 PM PST - 4 comments
Appropriate translation please...
I am helping my German girlfriend write her resume for a position in America (WI). What is the American equivalent for the "Erstes Staatsexamen für Lehramt"? Is this a Masters or a Bachelors in Education? Does the state one is applying to make a difference?
everybody here is fired
I just got fired. Looking for advice on how to spin my lack of employment to the people I'm interviewing with in the near future, some of whom know that I was working as recently as this morning. [more inside]
Make me a better Batman
So I'm going to a party at the weekend in my off-the-shelf classic grey Batman outfit. Please suggest accessories to zazz up my appearance: bonus points given for cheap, cheerful and creative ideas.
posted by freston at 3:46 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by freston at 3:46 PM PST - 13 comments
Is there a name for the stains left on sidewalks by fallen leaves?
Is there a name for the stains left on sidewalks by fallen leaves? (I'm looking for something more specific than "leaf stain," any language is fine.)
posted by j.edwards at 3:22 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by j.edwards at 3:22 PM PST - 12 comments
How to deal with two routers: one wireless, one wired?
How do I get my wired router network to see my wireless router network? Are they the same thing? [more inside]
Health insurance and taxes
How do I "incorporate under my business" for the purpose of deducting health care costs from my income as a self-employed person? [more inside]
How do I make sure Outlook Express stays as the default Mail program?
I just rebuilt a computer with XP Pro for a family member who got hit by multitudes of spyware. She uses Outlook Express but ever since the rebuild, the default email program keeps changing from Express to something else. Initially it was Outlook, as Office is installed, but since they don't use Outlook I uninstalled it and alas, the default email program switched to MSN Explorer or some such. Is there a way I can make sure Outlook Express remains the default program?
Help with Outlook Calendar
How do I see who booked an appointment on a shared Outlook Calendar (Office 2003)? [more inside]
Why not buy Californian?
I'm thinking about buying a new car. I'm also thinking about moving to Washington State. Is there any reason NOT to buy a car in California - any reason that waiting and buying it in WA would be preferable?
WiFi bridge via software?
My wireless router is on the second floor of the house and cannot be moved. There is a mac mini on the main floor. I also have a Windows workstation in the basement which connects to the network but very poorly because of the distance to the router. Is there any way to prod my Mini into acting as a wireless bridge to extend the range of my network?
How do to update rows without a cursor?
How do I update rows in a table in a SQL*Server 2005 database with data from another row in the same table? [more inside]
posted by apark at 1:02 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by apark at 1:02 PM PST - 5 comments
Garageband problem or hardware problem?
Garageband problem or hardware problem? Or what? [more inside]
Medicaid coverage amount?
How can I find out how much the standard Medicaid coverage is for a certain surgical procedure? [more inside]
Have I been penalized by Google?
Have I been penalized by Google?
I used to be #2 for my main keyword in google. However, since mid Jan my site has dropped off of the face of google for all my keywords. I initially thought they dropped me from their index. Looking at google webmaster tools I get crawled almost every day, I have a PR of 5, over 800 backlinks pointing in, and google has over 47,000 pages of my site indexed. I have been given no notice of any penalty. There are a lot of sites reporting the same results in google’s webmaster forum. [more inside]
I do not see why we should have the disadvantages of being the gentleman while they have all the advantages of being the cad.
This spring I'll be teaching a workshop on memos that changed the world. Help me think of some. [more inside]
Investment options when you don't have a 401k?
My new job is a start-up, and they don't offer 401k. What are my investment options? I already have a Roth IRA to which I am contributing the max per year.
Keyboard-to-Mac, minus the MIDI
I'm looking to connect an Alesis QS8 keyboard to my iMac, with the intention of making some music. I'd like to do a bit more than use it as a simple MIDI keyboard, though. [more inside]
posted by hifiparasol at 11:27 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by hifiparasol at 11:27 AM PST - 15 comments
Help me build my monthly budget for living in Los Angeles.
Help me build my monthly budget for living in Los Angeles. [more inside]
Who writes cover blurbs?
Who writes the back-cover blurbs (teasers) for books? [more inside]
Grant, Revoke, Grant, Revoke: Help my db
Help me restrict MySQL privileges for a particular table without screwing up access to the rest of the database. [more inside]
posted by Robert Angelo at 10:31 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Robert Angelo at 10:31 AM PST - 2 comments
How do I deepen my voice without smoking?
One of the few benefits of smoking for men is it deepens the voice. I've quit smoking and don't want to start back up, but is there anything else that has that effect - a drink maybe, without that whole dying a slow death from cancer bit?
posted by Andrew Brinton at 10:22 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by Andrew Brinton at 10:22 AM PST - 27 comments
Looking for tips and resources for learning how to run a webhost on a linux virtual machine
I’m planning on getting a linux virtual machine (something like linode) for webhosting, but I could use some tips and resources for getting started. [more inside]
posted by MetaMonkey at 10:20 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by MetaMonkey at 10:20 AM PST - 5 comments
Sudden, severe pelvic and leg cramping after sex
What could cause severe, sudden pelvic and leg cramping after sex in a healthy, definitely not pregnant 28 year old female? [more inside]
Of all the stupid ways to die...
I just accidentally ate part of a metallic-looking mayonnaise packet. Am I going to die? [more inside]
posted by ostranenie at 9:58 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by ostranenie at 9:58 AM PST - 29 comments
Umbrella Insurance
Insurance filter Umbrella insurance - good for them or good for you? [more inside]
Links for "developing countries in the multilateral trading system"? Anyone?
The most useful, economics & developing countries in the multilateral trading system links for a web-based "interview"? [more inside]
posted by ruelle at 9:12 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by ruelle at 9:12 AM PST - 10 comments
What's the best chair for reading?
Having recently entered graduate school, I'm reading a ton of dense scientific literature. The problem is, I have no comfortable chair or other nice place to read.
What is the best chair for extended reading sessions? If you dislike chairs, where do you read?
Sometimes being vertically blessed isn't such a blessing
Tall, female MeFites: where do you find buy pants? [more inside]
How to get rid of bad dreams?
My partner reports consistently having bad dreams. She would like to be able to either (a) have good dreams instead, or (b) just not remember them anymore. What techniques/practices are there that can help her achieve this? I'm at a loss to help her, because I've never had the problem. [more inside]
Tax Time! THis time I won't avoid it!
Tax-filter:
I'm being stalked by the IRS. Unfortunately, this is completely my fault. I've been remiss in filing taxes for the past few years, and they finally caught up to me. I've been paying taxes, I just haven't filed. [more inside]
How do stickers that fade to transparency work?
At my (security-sensitive) work we all get badges. Sometimes we leave them at home. Sometimes we need to bring a visitor in. Then we get temporary badges. These badges have an interesting fading sticker on them. How does it work? [more inside]
posted by Xoder at 8:18 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by Xoder at 8:18 AM PST - 27 comments
You probably discussed this question with your friends yesterday, too.
What's the term (if there is one) for a previously-unfamiliar concept that you suddenly encounter all over the place for no apparent reason? [more inside]
Over the onion dip, sick of the roses: What do do for Superbowl weekend & Valentine's Day
Anti-holiday ideas for Superbowl weekend and Valentine's Day? The V-day ideas can be for just-broken-up individuals, best friends, anything non-loverish or for people who simply want to forgo the dozen reds and box of chocolates (unless they're very, very different chocolates) for something less tradish. [more inside]
Take two clowns and call me in the morning.
ChicagoFilter: What creative cheerer-upper can I have delivered to a sick sister? Who can deliver it? [more inside]
I'll take "Latin phrases" for $5, Alex
Here's a phrase I doubt you Latin scholars ever expected to translate, but does anyone know what "you'll never see a dead cat in a tree" would be in Latin?
posted by chickygrrl at 6:44 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by chickygrrl at 6:44 AM PST - 15 comments
Be Clever, readysetgo
I'm working at being clever for a law school bowling team name. The best I can do is "Attractive Nuisance." Can the hive do better?
Programmers Block: List dates from unix timestamps w/o murdering the server.
Programmers block: I have a table in my database. It has events that occurred and the unix time stamp (seconds since the unix epoch) stored in it. I can't decide on the most efficient way (or even if there is one) to list the dates on which events have been recorded. [more inside]
posted by jcruden at 5:45 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by jcruden at 5:45 AM PST - 3 comments
Water, water, everywhere, so let's all have a drink
Will water kill me too? [more inside]
Help me prepare for a foot race!
Help me tackle an 8 mile foot race one month from today with an elevation gain of nearly 1000 ft. [more inside]
"Are you experienced" -- as a vaporizer user?
To those in the know, please recommend a high-quality, efficient and reliable, solid and durable vaporizer. [more inside]
Who will buy my suit?
I live in London. Where should I sell my suits? [more inside]
posted by Drexen at 5:13 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Drexen at 5:13 AM PST - 8 comments
Cops. Bend over or not?
I had an unfortunate run-in with the police last night. Yes, I admit it, I took a picture of them. Should I talk to a lawyer (I wasn't charged with anything) or should I just let it slide? [more inside]
"So I notice your breath smells of liquor!"
Asking for a friend: She works in an office. One of her supervisees has breath that smells boozish. How does my friend tell her to do something about it? [more inside]
January 23
What do you write in a condolence note?
What to write in a condolence note to the boss? [more inside]
posted by agent99 at 11:57 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by agent99 at 11:57 PM PST - 6 comments
My employer isn't paying me, what do I do?
My employer isn't making payroll regularly. What's my best recovery strategy? My bank account needs [more inside]
Stupid car alarm!
Disable the alarm on a 2006 Buick Allure? It's a rental, and it's 2am and the alarm is going off pretty much every 30-60 minutes. We have the key and can get into the car etc, but have no idea how to disable it. [more inside]
Four-handled leak wrangling in a luke warm shower
I have a four-handled shower/bath (hot/cold for shower head, hot/cold for bath faucet) that decides to start leaking about every 6 months. It's driving me batty, and is possibly contributing to my now luke-warm winter showers. No fun in chilly NYC. (pic inside) [more inside]
Where does Adium store the photos it takes with the macbook's camera?
Where does Adium store the photos it takes with the macbook's camera? [more inside]
Mark CF, if you're reading this, shoo!
How do I wish my programming-geek boyfriend "Happy Birthday" and tell him "I love you" using computing code? [more inside]
posted by divabat at 10:27 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by divabat at 10:27 PM PST - 25 comments
Where has my hard drive space gone?
I just got a macbook pro with a 120 gig hard drive. I only have 93 gigs available, what gives? [more inside]
Books and the reviewers who review them
I found this comment by languagehat earlier today somewhat bewildering; "You don't think book reviewers, even the insightful ones, read every word of all those books, do you?" [more inside]
Yo ho ho and a bottle of Jim Beam
What were people who emerged from the cliffs of Cornwall and Dover to steal bounty from wrecked ships in the 1700s called? [more inside]
posted by t0astie at 9:55 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by t0astie at 9:55 PM PST - 35 comments
Revert to classic Google Image results?
As of today, my Google Images search results only show image thumbnails and their titles (screenshot). I have to mouseover individual thumbnails to see their pixel size, file size, and URL. All image info was visible yesterday, and no changes or updates were made on my end. What happened and how do I fix this?
posted by cenoxo at 9:54 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by cenoxo at 9:54 PM PST - 14 comments
Wanted: A Place to Hold a Corporate Meeting in Wash DC
Any suggestions for a hotel and/or conference center in the DC Metro area for a 3-day corporate meeting? The meeting must take place the last week of March and there will be about 80 attendees. The big hotels are booked. Where can my colleagues have their meeting? [more inside]
Albrecht Dürer's hat
I want Albrecht Dürer's hat.
The hat is the one in this self-portrait. I would like to make a replica of this hat. It looks fairly simple at a glance, but examining it closely, I can't figure out how it's constructed.
Other paintings or illustrations of this type of hat would be helpful, too.
Web page updates for the musically-inclined
Help me update my group's website without pulling my hair out... [more inside]
Most presidents gathered -- past, present and future
When, and where, have the most living past, present and future presidents of the United States gathered at the same time in the same place? [more inside]
What do I do about my boss?!
How do I deal with the most unprofessional and innapropriate boss? [more inside]
Copyright in screenshots? Who owns it?
Can anyone explain, in some detail, precisely *how* the taking and use of a screenshot of a program running on a computer can infringe the copyrights or trademarks of others? [more inside]
Are there any hazards associated with eating un(der)cooked specialty meats, such as rabbit?
Are there any hazards associated with eating un(der)cooked specialty meats, such as rabbit? [more inside]
buying gold
What's the cheapest way to buy and later sell physical gold? [more inside]
Early early early Vegas Check-in
(Really really) early check-in at Vegas hotels/casinos-- anyone have any luck? We're getting in late Friday night Super Bowl weekend(midnightish) and are planning on gambling then crashing at 8am/9am.
Any places let us in there without paying for Friday night stay? I'd rather not waste money on a far from strip place and stay in something sort of central. [more inside]
posted by sandmanwv at 7:11 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by sandmanwv at 7:11 PM PST - 9 comments
How can I take that later flight?
I need to have a flight pushed back, any suggestions? Ok so I am away and I need to go home but I just found out that I have to leave later in the day than when my flight departs. I am flying United and I bought the tickets through their site, they are the cheapest tickets you can get, no refunds, etc. Is there anyway I can take a later flight without spending more money? Does anyone have any experience with this? (I'm going Salt Lake City to Chicago)
Get me some SOTU
Where can I get A full video of the SOTU address?
posted by ryanissuper at 6:48 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by ryanissuper at 6:48 PM PST - 5 comments
How to teach a six-year-old to ice skate?
I'm taking my six-year-old daughter ice skating for the first time. What's the best way to help her get on the ice? [more inside]
posted by vraxoin at 6:07 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by vraxoin at 6:07 PM PST - 17 comments
Need Permission to use this art...
Would anyone know how I might find out who owns this painting by Amos Bad Heart Bull in order to get permission to use it? It "shows (Crazy Horse) on a white horse charging in among Custer's fleeing troopers at the Battle of the Little Bighorn". Sorry that I don't have a link, I just can't seem to find it online. Thanks so much for any help.
How to get an official new holiday
I see that today is National Pie Day. How does one go about getting a day declared an official day or holiday. [more inside]
posted by EllenC at 4:54 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by EllenC at 4:54 PM PST - 11 comments
Do I have an abnormally acute visual memory?
Do I have an abnormally acute visual memory? Or can a lot of people do this? [more inside]
Lazy? Why, Yes.
I need help finding downloadable stock exchange info. [more inside]
THC-induced aches
Why do my muscles ache after I smoke pot? [more inside]
Enjoyable books about bad things.
I'm looking for good books about other people's misery. [more inside]
posted by kmennie at 3:54 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by kmennie at 3:54 PM PST - 37 comments
What can I do with a dead bird?
What can I do with a dead bird (beyond outright disposal)? [more inside]
posted by bookley at 3:43 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by bookley at 3:43 PM PST - 24 comments
Buy when its low...
i know of a small business that is doing well profit-wise, but it's owner is a flake and the Feds are threatening to lock the doors and impound the inventory. Help me buy it. [more inside]
Help identify this Looney Tunes music
Help me identify this piece of classical music from Looney Toons.
Its the music they play for a scene at dawn with birds chirping. The only way I can describe it is to piece out the first 10 or so notes. Keep in mind the key is most likely incorrect but the intervals are. It goes like this (moving downwards on the scale until G then back up to D again. Sorry i'm not a musician so forgive the description): D-B-A-G-A-B-D-B-A-G-A-B
posted by postergeist at 3:10 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by postergeist at 3:10 PM PST - 21 comments
My mission: get involved in research so I can cure myself.
My mission: get involved in research so I can cure myself. [more inside]
Recommend books on Project Management that are NOT related to IT
Please recommend the best books on Project Management that are NOT related to IT [more inside]
Identify these (non-)photographers?
A question from a friend: She's trying to figure out who took these (famous?) photographs. [more inside]
What are some strategies for academic reading?
Gradstudentfilter: What are some strategies for reading 500-900 pages of academic text per week? [more inside]
Another question trying to find the name of a poem, possibly a very cheesy poem from my youth.
PoetryFilter: I (mis)remember a single line of a poem and Google isn't helping me. God (maybe? or some other speaker?) says, "Oh, best blade of grass!" And that's all I've got, and it's probably wrong. Any guesses?
posted by terceiro at 2:24 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by terceiro at 2:24 PM PST - 8 comments
are my business expenditures deductible?
How can I tell whether or not the expenses incurred by my new LLC, which I'm filing taxes for as a partnership and which is operating at a loss this year, can be claimed by the members as deductible business expenses? [more inside]
posted by lgyre at 2:01 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by lgyre at 2:01 PM PST - 7 comments
When does Spring bloom in Washington, DC?
Historically, when is Spring in full bloom in Washington, DC? [more inside]
posted by Dr.James.Orin.Incandenza at 1:50 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Dr.James.Orin.Incandenza at 1:50 PM PST - 12 comments
How to turn a trich...
Advice for coping with trichotillomania? NYC therapist recommendations? [more inside]
Examples of companies offering sick leave donation programs?
I'm seeking examples of for-profit companies offering a program to allow employees to donate unused sick leave days to other employees who have none. [more inside]
MS Access query - finding the reocrd with a maximum value
In MsAccess, how can I choose the record where a certain value is maximum or minimum? [more inside]
posted by buildmyworld at 1:26 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by buildmyworld at 1:26 PM PST - 3 comments
Anniston, Alabama - Specifically the Noble Training Center.
Any MeFites with knowledge/experience of the Noble Training Center at Anniston, Alabama? [more inside]
Duct tape on my arm and a frown on my face
I have a beautiful velvet blazer. While teaching today, a piece of duct tape got stuck to it (I don't know how). When I try to peel it off, it totally screws up the finish (the little fibers come with). How do I get the duct tape off the velvet?
Writing and the Revision Process
I'm looking for anecdotes, or in-depth quotes, from writers about the process of rewriting/revision. Specifically, the difficulty or dedication some writers to the process. I'm aware of a few of the more popular maxims (i.e. Allow yourself to write a bad first draft, etc).
Online chocolate purchase - Toronto.
Where can I order Godiva Truffles (or any other premium chocolates) online to be delivered to Toronto? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 12:26 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by anonymous at 12:26 PM PST - 21 comments
Going West with Young Men.
Summertime Roadtrip : My brother and a couple of my nephews have been contemplating trying to make the quintessential western american road trip this summer. [more inside]
posted by Dave Faris at 12:06 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by Dave Faris at 12:06 PM PST - 25 comments
What happened to the toboggan that tried to kill me as a kid?
To this day my childhood friends (all in our thirties now) swear there was only one snow sled which could always be trusted to thrash the competition. The Paris Orange. Even when those fancy inflatable tubes started showing up on the hills, the Paris Orange always came through and made sure everyone knew what the score was. As we got older the Orange showed its versatility and became just the thing for hauling Keystone Lite through the snowy woods where we used to drink. [more inside]
posted by paxton at 11:58 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by paxton at 11:58 AM PST - 18 comments
can i win
LSAT questions
I'm taking the LSAT in feb but was planning on canceling my score no matter what. I feel I will be more ready for the June exam, but have already registered for Feb. Is there any negative repercussions for canceling? Do schools view it poorly? Can I take the test back to back (Feb and June)?
I feel that I am at a major crossroads in my life, and I would appreciate any input on my decision.
Please help a lawyer decide whether to become a police officer/detective. [more inside]
Ring-Buying for the Anxious
Going to buy a ring for my partner for our anniversary on the sly. [more inside]
posted by atayah at 11:06 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by atayah at 11:06 AM PST - 22 comments
My poor little bear
Will Lupron help my ferret's adrenal disease? [more inside]
Something smells fishy...
I'm not quite what sure what do about a financial situation, and I'd appreciate some opinions from the hive. I'll try my best to provide additional info if necessary. Also, I would loved to have asked this question anonymously, but I can't find the 'ask an anonymous question' link anymore?? Anyway... a former employer put contributions in my 401(k)... [more inside]
Good alternative to iSight?
What's a good webcam for video chatting on OS X? [more inside]
Is the Nike Triax Speed 300 worth it?
Nike Watches -- is the Nike Triax Speed 300 worth it? I've had problems with the resin bands on older models. [more inside]
One Man's iTrash
Due to a break in at work, some exceptionally stupid criminals, and an unusually responsive police department, I'm now in possession of a knackered high spec iMac G5 that has been dropped and no longer boots. I there anything I can do with the rest of it? [more inside]
Regaining hourglass figure after birth
My wife recently had a baby and is looking for tips on how to regain her hourglass figure - specifically, how to put back the ribs the baby moved for comfort. [more inside]
I'm not a Yes Woman.
I want a bobblehead doll that says 'no.' [more inside]
Buying a wedding present in Australia from the U.S.
Buying a wedding present for friends living in Melbourne, Australia. I'm here in the U.S. What online retailers should I be using to shop? [more inside]
Labour statistics for the EU
I'm trying to find some labour statistics to support a graduate school application that I am putting together, but my google-fu is failing me. [more inside]
Need help from someone familiar with LibraryWorld Gold
Attention tech-savvy librarians! I need some help from anyone who is familiar with the library cataloging software LibraryWorld Gold. Is there a way I can write some kind of batch utility to add a field and a tag to about a thousand records? [more inside]
Is this from the Atharva Veda?
Is quote really from the Atharva Veda? "We are birds of the same nest, We may wear different skins, We may speak in different tongues, We may believe in different religions, We may belong to different cultures, Yet we share the same home – our Earth... [more inside]
What (not) to wear
What should I wear to meetings with telco companies like T-Mobile and Cingular in the US?
Consider that I'm a Dutch business development executive / deal maker from a hip, young, rapidly growing and very down to earth Dutch IT company, which doesn't allow its employees to travel business class (not even when traveling trans Atlantic). I would prefer wearing something comfortable, meaning no suit and tie. But is this in any way acceptable?
posted by IZ at 1:49 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by IZ at 1:49 AM PST - 21 comments
How do I instantiate person-to-person calls from the internet?
I remember seeing a service online somewhere. When you were looking at a phone number, you could enter your phone number and the service would call you and when you picked up the phone, it would be ringing the phone number you were looking at. [more inside]
January 22
custom leatherworker wanted
I am looking for a custom leather worker to create a leather jacket. [more inside]
posted by specialk420 at 11:49 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by specialk420 at 11:49 PM PST - 8 comments
Can I trust these cruise ship job sites?
A friend of mine wants to be a cruise ship florist. [more inside]
posted by owhydididoit at 8:27 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by owhydididoit at 8:27 PM PST - 12 comments
No user-servicable parts inside. This means you. Yes, you.
idiotgeekfilter: Should I be worried about a 330v shock? [more inside]
posted by turducken at 8:25 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by turducken at 8:25 PM PST - 28 comments
Can I skip work?
Is it ok if I miss a planned work trip to attend my wife's grandfather's funeral? [more inside]
posted by ubu at 8:22 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by ubu at 8:22 PM PST - 23 comments
How to avoid performance axiety in music lessons
I'm taking classical guitar lessons, and I can't seem to get over my performance anxiety when at my lessons. Anyone have any tips? [more inside]
Software to create simple PDF templates?
Does anyone know of any software that will let you take a PDF and make it into a simple template? [more inside]
How to add web pages to Google Reader's "Shared Items"?
How can I add web pages to my Google Reader account's "Shared Items" feed with minimum fuss? [more inside]
Where to find Ahoo Skin Cream
Anyone use Ahoo Skin Cream from Patagonia? Know if it's still around anywhere? [more inside]
Help us use our free airline tickets wisely!
I just won two tickets that will take my husband and me on a round trip from our home in Brooklyn to anywhere in the continental US. We'll be traveling with our one-year-old. Where should we go to make the best use of our tickets? More details inside... [more inside]
posted by ROTFL at 7:33 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by ROTFL at 7:33 PM PST - 26 comments
Can a store expire a coupon before it actually expires?
ConsumerFilter: Does a retailer in California really have a right to null and void a published coupon before it's expiration date? [more inside]
Baby Shower or not?
Help me help my family, please.
A doctor has gotten my sister-in-law addicted to meds (Oxycontin). She lives in a small town with no treatment programs available, has no insurance and no money. How can I get her help? [more inside]
Why does my street look white?
Why do roads take on a whitish-grey color in winter? And I don't mean because of snowfall. [more inside]
posted by padjet1 at 6:14 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by padjet1 at 6:14 PM PST - 20 comments
How do I get a DVD playing on two screens?
How do I have one DVD player go to two TV's? [more inside]
posted by bigcheesegump at 6:04 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by bigcheesegump at 6:04 PM PST - 5 comments
Where to get film developed?
Where do I get 2.5 year old black and white film developed? [more inside]
Position: Bottom Issues
CSS/HTML/Javascript: I cannot get all browsers to obey my wishes regarding the placement of my absolutely positioned footer. [more inside]
Postsecret Proceeds
How much of the revenue generated from the Postsecret books is donated to the Hopeline Network? [more inside]
Uh-Oh! Man-boobs. Help!
Uh-Oh! Man-boobs. Help! [more inside]
MCPS license for non-copyrighted music
Do I need an MCPS license to make a CD of public domain music performed by myself? [more inside]
posted by cbrody at 4:51 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by cbrody at 4:51 PM PST - 4 comments
It's a Wii, Wario!
I want to host an awesome and inclusive Wario-Ware Tournament/Party. [more inside]
posted by superbird at 4:37 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by superbird at 4:37 PM PST - 11 comments
How to turn off "low ink" warning ?
I have a Dell Photo All-In-One Printer 924, and I can't get the "low ink" warning to go off. I did install a new black ink cartridge (not a DELL product), and it works fine, but the warning still won't go off. What can I do ?
Help me "Feel Lucky"
Is there a way to replicate "I'm Feeling Lucky" in IE 7's search bar? [more inside]
posted by BiffSlamkovich at 3:44 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by BiffSlamkovich at 3:44 PM PST - 3 comments
Party's over, apparently...
ContractFilter: My friend had a contract for a superbowl party at a bar in Chicago. Nowhere on the contract does it say that the bar can cancel this contract at will. [more inside]
What are the tinfoil hat set saying?
I'm trying to find published accounts of alien abduction experiences, particularly those that involve missing time. Either first-hand narratives are okay, or transcripts of peoples' accounts would work, too. [more inside]
How can I organize my gadgets at home?
I have many gadgets and it's respective chargers and cables, and I hate to have everything around the room.
Anyone know a good way to store all the things in a neat way that everything get handly and sorted?
software that will index the contents of my hard drive...
Is there a software that will index the contents of my hard drive and then allow an intelligent personalized search to take place whenever I search for stuff online , slanting online search results in line with the contents of my hard drive? The goal of this post is to find an online search engine (e.g. google) that can work seamlessly with a desktop search engine (e.g. x1) to come up with more intelligent personalized online search results. [more inside]
What's the best method for adding a staff blog to my college paper's existing web site?
I am the editor of my college student newspaper. What is the best way to implement a staff blog on our paper's web site, which uses a proprietary publishing package called College Publisher? [more inside]
AV Receiver recommendations for the ignorant me.
Looking for recommendations and advice about AV receivers. Specific model recommendations, or good research pointers both appreciated. [more inside]
Dying from cancer...
My friend is dying of cancer. It's just a matter of time before she goes since she has stopped receiving treament. She is bedridden, can't see and is too weak to talk but she can still hear. What can I do for her on our visits to help her get through the day? Are there massage services out there (NYC)? Should I read her a book - what's a good title? Should I ask her family if they will allow me to play some CDs for her - any suggestions? Your input is greatly appreciated.
Help me locate this poem:- THE CONCEPTION
Poetry filter:- help me identify the author of this poem and maybe direct me to a volume containing it. The title (I think) is THE CONCEPTION... [more inside]
posted by mycapaciousbottega at 1:55 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by mycapaciousbottega at 1:55 PM PST - 8 comments
How to display a very special photo
How can I display a very special photo? [more inside]
Video image stabilization after the fact.
Where can I get video Image stabilization software or site? [more inside]
Does anyone remember a picture of Times Square with all the ads / billboards / text removed?
Does anyone remember seeing a picture of Times Square with all the ads / billboards / text removed? [more inside]
posted by bshort at 1:16 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by bshort at 1:16 PM PST - 7 comments
Breathe! Damn you, breathe!
How should a weight-lifting, running, vegetarian woman eat to have energy and life forever?
The more I work out, the more I realize that nutrition has a huge impact on my energy. When is the best time to eat various foods during the day so I have the most energy when I get to the gym at 5:30 p.m.? And how can I meet my nutritional needs, given that I'm a vegetarian who likes less-processed foods but doesn't have a lot of time for cooking (and can't handle eating beans every day)? I feel like I need a lot more protein all of a sudden. [more inside]
posted by croutonsupafreak at 12:45 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by croutonsupafreak at 12:45 PM PST - 25 comments
Seeking Wifi (802.11a/b/g) friendly cordless phones
Can anyone recommend a cordless phone that won't interfere with 802.11b/g and is maybe even 802.11a friendly? [more inside]
Bing-bing-bing. "YOUR. CAR. IS. F**KED." Bing-bing-bing.
Can I drive my car to the shop if the oil warning light has come on? [more inside]
posted by Methylviolet at 12:34 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by Methylviolet at 12:34 PM PST - 33 comments
I'm lloking for confidential online research services
I'm looking for something like Google Answers where the answer is kept private. Basically I'm looking for an affordable internet research assistant. Specifically, I'd like to find competitors to an online business and I do not want the answers to be public. Any ideas? [more inside]
How to clean up phone audio using Audacity?
I've got a phone conversation that's going to become a podcast. How can I use Audacity to make it sound its best?
can you recommend a home security / alarm company?
can you recommend a good home security / alarm company? [more inside]
Is my car dealer violating federal law?
Do car repairs done at a non-authorized facility void the warranty? [more inside]
Seeking advice on how to contract with a freelance photoshop designer
I'd like to find a few photoshop designers that will design website mockups for me. (I'm a freelance website developer. I prefer coding to designing.) How would you go about finding the right person? [more inside]
How do I get firefox to stop asking me if I want to restore my session, every time it starts?
I use Firefox on a laptop running Ubuntu, and I typically start Firefox several times a day. I'd like it to stop asking me if I want to restore my previous session, which it is presuming crashed, when in fact I had only shut down my machine in the normal way. [more inside]
posted by ephemerae at 11:15 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by ephemerae at 11:15 AM PST - 12 comments
jip jop?
Any suggestions for spanish/portuguese hiphop/rap like you can hear in Gotan Project's Mi Confesión (Coxmoz) or Bajofondo Tango Club's Miles de Pasajeros?
Similar arabic hiphop would be welcome as well.
posted by Skyanth at 11:04 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Skyanth at 11:04 AM PST - 7 comments
Elusive blankets and shifting sheets
Bed Linen Trouble: Help me find a Velboa fabric blanket for regular sized beds and keep my fitted sheet on my mattress. [more inside]
how is key bank?
How is Key Bank? I'm not very happy with Bank of America. [more inside]
What's after Norwegian Wood?
A series of bad relationships left me a little bitter & twisted, so I've not been dating for quite a while. Reading Murakami's Norwegian Wood this weekend however has restored a little of my faith in the possibility of new relationships. What should I read next to keep me on this path?
Wags & Wits, Lend Me Your Tongue!
MeFite wags & wits, lend me your tongue! [more inside]
Know a therapist in Washington DC?
A friend of mine (male and in his mid-20s) needs help finding a therapist in Washington, DC to work on serious intimacy problems. Anyone know of a good therapist? Or, how to find one?
Help me with my e-mail ponderings...
This is a two-part question concerning e-mail, the internet's original 'killer app'. [more inside]
Looking for a last ditch plan for getting rid of these warts - before I make the doctor's appointment...
Looking for a last ditch plan for getting rid of these warts - before I make the doctor's appointment... [more inside]
my toddler won't sleep!
Parents of current or former 13 month-olds . . . do your toddlers ever sleep? Or stop whining? [more inside]
Is there a really good schedule for upcoming activities in the U.S. Senate available online?
Is there a really good schedule for upcoming activities in the U.S. Senate available online? [more inside]
PG Alternatives for R-rated Business Ethics movies
I have several films assigned for a Business Ethics class that I teach including Thank You for Smoking, Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room, and Wall Street. They make for good discussion and a change of pace from lots of tough reading. This semester for the first time I have a student who does not watch rated-R movies. I want to accomodate the student. So I'm looking for movies with themes equivalent or similar to these three movies that are rated below R, and preferably PG or G. Any ideas?
MP3 stopped working, what shall I do?
My Creative MP3 players stopped working right after 1 year, warranty expired, credit card did not want to do anything for me, no real help from manufacturer... it really sucks that I paid $100 each (I got 2) and was only able to use them for a year. What are my options now? or I just have to eat the cost? [more inside]
ISO Excellent/Innovative/Efficient/Fast/Cheap Document Management Software
I'm looking for Document Management software along the lines of MediaWiki that is extremely user-friendly and FAST, but has more security options and more ability to control edits. [more inside]
Is there more than this?
Is there more to life than just this? There is a lot more, don't worry. [more inside]
posted by Attackpanda at 7:17 AM PST - 48 comments
posted by Attackpanda at 7:17 AM PST - 48 comments
Stop my new suede coat from smelling!
I recently bought a gorgeous new brown suede blazer in Sweden. It fits perfectly and it is my new favourite jacket apart from one thing - it reeks of suede/leather. Not just a subtle odour, but a full on beefy smell that smacks you in the face. Even to the point where other people comment on it. Nothing else I have ever owned has done this, is there anything I can do to rescue it? Even Febreze has been outclassed!
posted by csg77 at 6:51 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by csg77 at 6:51 AM PST - 2 comments
Choosing a multitrack recorder
I'm looking for recommendations for a good cheap multitrack recorder. [more inside]
Recommend a mailorder book club with no extra to buy?
I greatly enjoy the Writers' Digest new-member offers I get every so often. Are there any other book-club (or CD, etc) memberships that don't have a processing charge? [more inside]
The car wants to be mine, but...
How do I register my vehicle in a new state without a title or a bill of sale? [more inside]
posted by Smarson at 6:17 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Smarson at 6:17 AM PST - 6 comments
Ok so I've started seeing an ex girlfriend of mine, we had a pretty intense relationship a few years back........
Ok so I've started seeing an ex girlfriend of mine, we had a pretty intense relationship a few years back which had a messy ending. We got back in touch a few weeks ago and have been talking on the phone for hours, met up a few times and seemed to be rembering all the reasons why we fell in love the first time.
We met-up last Monday, everything went well and we had arranged to see each other again on Saturday. We exchanged a few messages on Wednesday she was saying how much she was looking foreword to sat how excited she was etc. I text her on the sat to confirm she does reply, I ring her she doesn’t answer. Slightly concerned I txt her saying iell be there anyway. Come the time to meet she’s not there and her phone is turned off.
I've spent the last few days feeling like crap. I've text her a few times asking what the hell is going on still not one reply. Now I don’t know what to do if she’s changed her mind about me/us that I could deal with, just, but to drop all contact like that. Aghh it’s doing my head in. I can’t fathom how she could be so into me one second and ignore me the next. Anyone been in a similar situation, should I just drop it and move on? Do I confront her in person? With anyone else I think I would have got the message by now, she just means so much to me.
posted by Cookie Monster at 6:10 AM PST - 43 comments
posted by Cookie Monster at 6:10 AM PST - 43 comments
Autobot Statue of Liberty Head
While watching a Japanese documentary about some kid in America (not famous, so nothing y'all would likely have seen), in the background there was a poster of the head of the Statue of Liberty stylized to look like the Transformers Autobot symbol. Googling has been surprisingly unsuccessful; does anyone know who the artist might be, whether that poster can be purchased or image found online, etc?
Batch Speech Transcription programs?
How much fat does a sinker have?
Given that I sink in a pool with my lungs full, how much is my percent body fat/bmi? [more inside]
I just want to feel better.
Last Thursday I was diagnosed with the flu. Sunday I was diagnosed with a sinus infection. Today is Monday and I do not feel even the slightest bit better. Help! [more inside]
How do I wire a network socket with 2 ports?
If i want to install a network socket box in an office, each with 2 ports, how do I wire it? [more inside]
posted by chillmost at 2:15 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by chillmost at 2:15 AM PST - 20 comments
Powerbook Hard Drive Upgrade
What should I know before I upgrade the hard drive in my Powerbook? [more inside]
Which gaming rig will come out on top in 2007?
Now that the dust has started to settle after the first round of the “next-gen” console battle, i think it's time to bite the bullet and decide how my next 2 years of gaming will be spent... X-Box 360, PS3, Wii, or a new PC? [more inside]
January 21
open source/out-of-copyright textbooks exist?
Do open-source/out-of-copyright language textbooks exist? If yes, how would one go about locating/identifying them? [more inside]
posted by jak68 at 11:11 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by jak68 at 11:11 PM PST - 9 comments
FREE FOOD!
two part question: Can I ingest cellulace by eating assloads of termites or would my digestive system break it down into its base parts before it hits my blood stream? Second part - If i can get it into my body in a usable form, about how many would I have to eat before I could derive nutritional benefit from eating grass/paper/wood?
How do I travel to Tokyo as cheaply as possible?
I need the cheapest possible one-way ticket to Tokyo from the New England area. I need to leave some time around March 1st, but I am flexible. Thrift trumps convenicence: I just need for this to be cheap. What should I do? Are there clever methods of circumventing the Airlines' bureacracies to access inexpensive tickets?
"These far away places with strange sounding names," wrote X...
“These far away places with strange-sounding names…” Where is that phrase from?! I have reason to believe it was first written by a romantic poet (possibly Tennyson, Browning, or Arnold) but I can’t beat the answer out of Google.
Thanks to Google, I know that the line is used in a Bing Crosby song. But that’s definitely not the source I’m looking for.
Cheap basic gym in Inner Richmond?
Looking for a cheap gym in San Francisco's Inner Richmond (19th & Geary) [more inside]
Help me find Scorsese's frames
Recommendations for cheap fun (desktop publishing style)
Looking for basic software recommendations for a non-profit org to use for making invites. Windows based, and as it's a non-profit, preferably free or almost free. [more inside]
posted by kaydo at 9:00 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by kaydo at 9:00 PM PST - 3 comments
The burning sensation and smell
I turned on the Auto Clean on my oven and now my house stinks. [more inside]
Sci-fi short story with microscopic humans
Name that sci-fi short story: In the prologue, a colonist ship has crashed on a water planet. The colonists can't survive there themselves, so they genetically engineer humans to be about the size of microbes and live in the water instead. Most of the story deals with the resulting aquatic society, their interactions with other species of microbes, and their search for their now-forgotten origins. And no, it was not "The Incredible Journey". Any ideas on what it might be?
posted by Johnny Assay at 8:41 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Johnny Assay at 8:41 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me get HDTV!
Can't get HDTV from an OTA antenna, turns out my TV is(?) not really HD, just "HD-Ready." [more inside]
No tickets in Texas with concealed carry permit?
Today a friend adamantly claimed that drivers with concealed carry permits cannot be ticketed on state, county, or city roads in Texas. Is this so? [more inside]
Laptop can't see secure wireless network. Can you?
PC laptop wireless issues: Can’t connect to my secure in-house wireless network. Any smart people able to help? [more inside]
posted by Milkman Dan at 7:24 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Milkman Dan at 7:24 PM PST - 13 comments
Birds nesting in our walls - help
Bats in the belfry? No, birds in the walls. How long do I have to wait before we seal up the hole? [more inside]
Should I tell my grandparents I'm gay?
Should I tell my grandparents I'm gay? [more inside]
posted by the_arbiter at 6:53 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by the_arbiter at 6:53 PM PST - 41 comments
Certify a funk bass player
I'm going to become a demigod bass player, relied upon to skillfully secrete pelvis-destroying, improvised funk-era bass lines. Who will I listen to? What albums will I know by heart?
Where to learn more about sound synthesis
Where do I start learning more about sound synthesis? [more inside]
posted by mkb at 5:46 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by mkb at 5:46 PM PST - 9 comments
How to think about a woman who has delibitating insecurities about dating.
What could I do if a woman I am interested in explains that she considers herself to be "too crazy" to be in a relationship? [more inside]
posted by secret.osha at 5:11 PM PST - 49 comments
posted by secret.osha at 5:11 PM PST - 49 comments
Nerdly ringtone?
I'm looking for Star Trek communicator sample in .wav or .mp3 [more inside]
posted by furtive at 5:03 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by furtive at 5:03 PM PST - 5 comments
Where did the phrase "strangely intriguing" get popularized?
Where was the phrase "strangely intriguing" popularized? [more inside]
How can I get my laptop to print wirelessly again?
How can I get my laptop to print wirelessly to an HP DeskJet 6980 like it used to? [more inside]
Hey! I can hear you two in there!
My brother (with whom I share an apartment) and his girlfriend are having extremely loud sex, and they can't seem to quiet themselves down. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 4:10 PM PST - 74 comments
posted by anonymous at 4:10 PM PST - 74 comments
A polite reminder to a forgetful recommendation-writer?
How might I go about com[posing a polite "reminder" email for a... forgetful recommendation-letter writer? [more inside]
posted by wreckingball at 4:08 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by wreckingball at 4:08 PM PST - 8 comments
How to protect a cashmere coat.
i just had a cashmere coat made in china. it's beautiful, and i'd like to keep it that way. can i use scotchgard or something like that on it for preventative care?
posted by andifsohow at 2:57 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by andifsohow at 2:57 PM PST - 2 comments
How safe is the lower haight?
How much should I worry about crime when buying a place in the Lower Haight? [more inside]
What comprehnsive program is best for a digital camera newbie?
I'm looking for recommendations for a program that can organize photos, burn them to CD/DVD, and works with an online photofinisher (preferably Shutterfly). [more inside]
Help Me Find a Public RSS Reader!
Is there a website, online reader or service that will allow me to aggregate a number of RSS feeds and share them on a single page available to the public? [more inside]
Lost bags
Expensive lost baggage and multiple travel insurance policies. [more inside]
How to cope with a sharp decrease in amount of time spent together?
How to maintain a relationship where we've had lots of time together when I start as an associate at a law firm in NYC, and will have very little time? [more inside]
How can I make the best of things in a relationship that's been derailed by both our health problems and our shyness?
I am in my mid-thirties and after suffering from shyness all my life am finally in my first long-term (2 years plus) relationship (she is slightly younger and this is also her first relationship). We have had difficult times when her mental illness/ anxiety problems got worse, and I have had bad spells with depression, plus our love life has been hampered by my impotence, but she has stuck with me and I really value our relationship. However our relationship seems to be "stuck" - she has said that while she really cares about me, she's not "in love" with me, and I have the same feeling for her. When we talked about this I felt maybe we should end the relationship and try to remain friends, but she persuaded me that both of us are highly likely to going back to being unhappilly single without the emotional support we enjoy now, and that it was better to focus on what we had (we get on well, enjoy spending time together, don't dislike or argue with each other) rather than what we didn't have. I'm convinced she is sincer, and I also want to put in some thought and effort to improve our relationship, but I'm not sure what to do or where to start. MeFites can you help? [more inside]
Math for the impatient?
Relearning math... [more inside]
history of e-learning tools
Do you know resources illustrating the history of e-learning ? [more inside]
Dualboot Media Player
What's the best media player that works in both OS's in a dual boot setup (XP and Unix) ? [more inside]
posted by philomathoholic at 1:39 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by philomathoholic at 1:39 PM PST - 12 comments
How to set up a cold saltwater Pacific NW tank for my school?
Since it sounds like we have some aquarists in our midst, can anyone make any suggestions about a cold marine tank I'm interested in setting up for my class?? [more inside]
Howto Auto BCC in Thunderbird?
I want every email I send from Thunderbird to be BCCed to a gmail address? [more inside]
posted by priorpark17 at 12:36 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by priorpark17 at 12:36 PM PST - 4 comments
Will they throw the book at me?
Going to court in MA because I'm not such a smooth criminal. [more inside]
Songs, Movies, Novels with "genetic enrichment"
I'm looking for novels, movies, lyrics, poems, games, ie nonscientific cultural artifacts where germline engineering of humans or humans with added artificial genes appear. [more inside]
posted by Listener at 12:07 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by Listener at 12:07 PM PST - 29 comments
Regex question
What's a regular expression to match and replace space characters between curly braces with under scores? [more inside]
I'm startled awake as soon as I fall asleep.
Just as I'm falling asleep, I'm startled awake. Either it's a rush of that nervous "butterflies" in my stomach or it's a twitch in a muscle. Then I'm wide awake again. Every time I try to fall asleep it happens, waking me up. It's been getting worse over the past week or two, and last night I got no sleep at all. What is this and what can I do about it?
crossword
How do I solve the Sunday Times crossword puzzle? [more inside]
Recommended tutorials for the game Go
Does anyone know of a really good definitive tutorial for the game 'Go'? I've googled a few but would be really grateful for feedback on ones people rate ;)
How long do batteries last in a Wiimote?
Wii owners: How long did your original pack-in Panasonic batteries last in your Wiimote? [more inside]
This thread is about threads.
Screws and bolts: How can I cheaply convert a Universal 1/4-20 screw (standard camera tripod mount) to either a 5/8"-27 (standard mic stand thread) OR a 3/8"-16 (boom mic standard thread.. i think) [more inside]
No balls for me, thank you.
I think telling women to "get some balls" is offensive. Am I too sensitive? [more inside]
posted by Secret Life of Gravy at 9:53 AM PST - 132 comments
posted by Secret Life of Gravy at 9:53 AM PST - 132 comments
The Object of My Desire
JavaScriptFilter. I'm learning JavaScript and I'm trying to find a way to call object X. [more inside]
Nag nag nag
How do I stop myself from being overly critical of everything I do??? [more inside]
posted by hadjiboy at 9:26 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by hadjiboy at 9:26 AM PST - 10 comments
Coping with a relationship with a workaholic?
Coping with a relationship with a workaholic? [more inside]
#2 and the Pothead
4:20 Filter: Heavy doper; been one for decades. Every few months, I give my lungs a rest for a few weeks. Why is it so hard to take a dump while I'm clean? [more inside]
External HD problem
Trouble with an external hard drive & it's USB connection, possibly. (details inside) [more inside]
Change XP System Language?
Multiple languages (Japanese + English) for multiple users in Windows XP Home? [more inside]
posted by Grangousier at 7:22 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Grangousier at 7:22 AM PST - 7 comments
I'm chicken 'bout kyev
I'm thinking about moving to Kyev. [more inside]
posted by monkey!knife!fight! at 7:21 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by monkey!knife!fight! at 7:21 AM PST - 6 comments
Looking for an easy and cheap way to animate a photo of a person.
Looking for an easy and cheap way to animate a photo of a person. [more inside]
My bottles need inspiration!
I am creating 15 "bottles of inspiration" for a team building event at my company. [more inside]
media literacy and advertising
Can anyone help me find some advertising oriented media literacy videos? [more inside]
The general art of buying and selling. How to?
the art of buying and selling aka whealing and dealing. How to improve? [more inside]
How to get power tools to work in Eastern Europe?
Do power tools need more than just a voltage converter to work in Eastern Europe (Belgrade, Serbia)?
My father wants to purchase a power tool for my father in law (think a drill...).
(more inside) [more inside]
Name-dropping when applying for internships?
I'm applying for internships. Is it smart to "name-drop" if I have a family member that already works at a company I'm applying to? [more inside]
Help, I'm spalling!
The parging is flaking off my basement walls. How do I repair it? [more inside]
posted by fixedgear at 4:40 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by fixedgear at 4:40 AM PST - 1 comment
To pick or not to pick.
Compulsive skin picking filter. When does skin picking become a problem? [more inside]
January 20
Secaucus to NYC for beginners?
What is the best way for a first-time to NYC tourist to get from the Meadowlands Exposition Center area in Secaucus, NJ to Manhattan? [more inside]
Ashes in the mouth means? Comes from?
Would someone tell me, please, the origin and meaning of the phrase "ashes in your mouth"? I've googled like mad and only come up with song lyrics.
Medical bill arrives with charges that I wasn't told about before treatment; can I argue against paying?
My dentist has sent me a bill for work done during two visits over the past couple of months; I thought that my insurance was covering everything, and my dentist's office never told me that I would be charged personally. I would like to dispute the charges; do I have a leg to stand on? [more inside]
What's a good "how to start your own business" read?
What's the most compelling, narrative-driven (perhaps), "how to start your own business" book you've read? [more inside]
Proper gum-brushing technique?
ToothFilter: What's the proper importance of brushing your gums? Surprinsingly, there's - [more inside]
Driving Miss Daisy spoof?
Does anyone remember a spoof of Driving Miss Daisy? [more inside]
Why do I see so many Asian women riding in the back seat?
Not sure if this is AskMeFi material, but google returns mostly porn results for "Asian wife backseat," and I can't find any previous question: I often see Asian men driving with women (presumably their wives) in the backseat. Nobody is riding shotgun. It is definitely the exception (i.e., most putative Asian couples I see are riding side-by-side). Does anyone know what this is about? [more inside]
posted by oxonium at 8:18 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by oxonium at 8:18 PM PST - 34 comments
gender substitution in mainstream music
Can anyone think of any bands who have switched a male member for a female member or vice versa? [more inside]
posted by frankie_stubbs at 8:03 PM PST - 51 comments
posted by frankie_stubbs at 8:03 PM PST - 51 comments
Disappearing XBOX 360 downloads
Updates on tv House Flippers
Any fan sites with updates on the tv house flipping shows that are on A&E or HGTV? [more inside]
posted by Iax at 7:43 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Iax at 7:43 PM PST - 3 comments
Questions On Repository Pollution, Website Software Releases, SQL Patching, and Derivitives Thereof.
I'm doing some consulting as a release manager on a webapp. I recently got the programmers to start using subversion (by turning off their access to their old development areas...) and their own sandboxes, and releases go more smoothly than ever. But I'm getting configuration files that have to be individualized for environments leaking into the trunk, and I want to get my release process down to "type command. hit enter." What to do? [more inside]
Save my gloves!
How can I salvage my lambskin leather gloves that have been sitting on the side of the road for a number of days in the snow/water? [more inside]
posted by PWA_BadBoy at 6:40 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by PWA_BadBoy at 6:40 PM PST - 7 comments
To eat or not to eat...
Hallmark or my mark?
I am courting a very busy but totally sweet women while I am also working through a very busy work-life period. I am a male. I have to return a CD she lent me, but I want to include a flirty/funny note inside... [more inside]
posted by parmanparman at 5:37 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by parmanparman at 5:37 PM PST - 24 comments
Why won't this DVD work?
What would cause a DVD to work fine when played on a computer, but not work when played on a "normal" DVD player? [more inside]
Best way for .tivo -> .avi ??
I'm looking for the best way to get movies off my Series 2 TiVo and into high quality un-DRM-ed television shows of really any format, but preferably some kind of DivX. [more inside]
How to make life in a fish bowl tolerable
How to make life in a fish bowl tolerable [more inside]
Yack! iMovie White Screen- No Like
Got a new Macbook Pro. AVI files now show up as a white screen when imported into iMovie. I think that some codec is missing. I am not sure which one it is and would like a reputable source to download from. Any idea how to correct this?
posted by bkeene12 at 2:42 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by bkeene12 at 2:42 PM PST - 7 comments
Scanning XBox disc for bad sectors
Is there any software (preferably for OSX) that I can use to scan a used XBox disc for bad sectors? The format is DVD, so I suppose a normal DVD scanning program could do the job. I just want to be sure that the whole game works before my guarantee expires and I'm unable to return it.
How Much Energy?
We hear a lot about global warming that is attributable to greenhouse effects, etc. Can anyone link-to/guestimate the actual thermal energy we are putting into the planet directly, as a result of burning, moving, etc.? [more inside]
The physical metafilters in the world
Is there a list of global regular events where a huge number of people gather? [more inside]
CORRR-ECT!
I'm looking for a sample pack of all of the words/letters/numbers/phonemes from a Speak n' Spell (and/or derivatives). I'm not looking for crazy circuit bent samples... just something I can piece together words/phrases out of. Surely someone has done this. [more inside]
posted by phrontist at 12:20 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by phrontist at 12:20 PM PST - 9 comments
Mac Search Software Filter: Is there an equivalent to Copernic? Help me find it!
Mac Search Software Filter: Is there an equivalent to Copernic? Help me find it! [more inside]
Help me find a digital camera that I can drop!!
Please help me find a digital camera repair shop in Dallas that doesn't charge up front. I also have a question about finding a DURABLE camera for a clumsy girl. More inside. [more inside]
Power While in Germany
If all my US devices have voltage ranges of 100-240 volts, can I simply plug them into a power strip and plug that into a plug adapter while traveling in Germany? [more inside]
Mortgage filter: junk fees
Mortgage filter: junk fees [more inside]
Help me find a source for this quote!
Where's does this quote about the University of Virginia really come from? [more inside]
posted by Bizurke at 10:03 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Bizurke at 10:03 AM PST - 9 comments
Pattern for Marimekko "clover" bag?
I saw this Marimekko 'clover' bag at a friend's house recently, and I would love to make something similar (well, the more identical the better) for my wife. [more inside]
posted by misterbrandt at 9:49 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by misterbrandt at 9:49 AM PST - 10 comments
Creditors won't stop calling
So... Debt collectors are calling, and I'm not sure if they're acting within the law. Please advise. [more inside]
Moving to Philly
In a few months I will be moving to (West) Philly. However, I've lived all my life in the suburbs, and I've only been exposed to the city a few times, so it will be a somewhat new experience. In order to facilitate the transition, can anyone lend advice or any tips on living in Philly or in cities in general? Places to check out, places to avoid, city etiquette, how to stay safe, and more.
posted by god particle at 8:26 AM PST - 42 comments
posted by god particle at 8:26 AM PST - 42 comments
How can you pay royalties in order to use copyrighted music in for-profit videos?
Is it possible to pay royalties to bands in order to use their songs in commercial videos online? [more inside]
posted by sindark at 7:53 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by sindark at 7:53 AM PST - 12 comments
Bluetooth calling in car with stereo aux input?
What is the best way to set up Bluetooth calling in my car if I have a stereo with an 1/8" stereo input & a Bluetooth phone/headset? [more inside]
Evil Partner
How do I deal with a business partnership dissolution that is rapidly getting incredibly ugly? (Both emotionally and legally.) [more inside]
how do i fix my sex life?
sex is boring, not sure how to tell him? [more inside]
Help me find these weird Japanese T-Shirts again
A couple of years ago I bought two bizarre T-shirts from an obscure, Japanese website. See them here.
Does anyone know where I can find this site again? [more inside]
posted by bollockovnikov at 7:20 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by bollockovnikov at 7:20 AM PST - 9 comments
My computer is ruling my living room!
Two notebook computers in the living room. How do I keep them out of sight AND on hand? [more inside]
posted by Thrillhouse at 6:30 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Thrillhouse at 6:30 AM PST - 13 comments
Who did this creepy spoken word piece?
I need help finding creepy spoken word / song. I only remember snippets of it, but it is basically a creepy guy talking to a gal. In the lyrics are things rather like: "It's been so long since I've had a special friend"...and...."I'm warm, you'll see". Also...as I like creepy/weird spoken stuff...suggest some others!
posted by Wink Ricketts at 5:56 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by Wink Ricketts at 5:56 AM PST - 33 comments
When to buy a MacBook
When will the next MacBook update happen? I know Apple doesn't tell, but could someone give me an educated guess based on product lifecycle? I'm about to upgrade, but I always buy right right before they update.
posted by Dag Maggot at 4:08 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Dag Maggot at 4:08 AM PST - 14 comments
January 19
Asterisk PBX in a small contact center?
I'm trying to create a high level overview of the possibility of using Asterisk in a small (30-50 seat) contact center. For the people who know Asterisk and know the needs of a basic call center, what level of custom programming should I expect? [more inside]
Working on that barista cred
I've been fortunate to come into possession of an older La Pavoni Europiccola, but there's no manual. So I have three questions for anyone who's got experience using this kind of machine. [more inside]
Starfish Aquarium
What animals are needed in an aquarium to keep sea stars? What size tank? [more inside]
How do I effectively dispute a hospital bill, that is 5 years old?
How do I effectively dispute a hospital bill, that is 5 years old? [more inside]
PDF Forms help needed
Our company needs forms in Word and Excel formats. Some forms contain math functions i.e. expense report forms. Is there a service to convert these forms in to PDF "filable" forms. We can buy Adobe Acrobat Professional, and but we need someone to convert about 50-100 forms for us as we do not have the time.
Why aren't sitting geese "sitting ducks"?
I'm visiting an area with a small lake. During the day Canada geese scour the adjacent fields for gleanings. They return to the lake at night where they huddle together in the center, where there is a circle of water that has not yet been frozen. This part of the US also is home to bald eagles. Why don't raptors, particularly those adapted to water, have a field day preying on these "sitting geese"?
I left cheese out overnight. Is it still tasty?
I left my cheese out overnight. Is it still okay to eat? [more inside]
Interesting software for kids
I'm looking for a Windows gadget/soundbox software program for a young kid. Not kid paint software. I'm thinking more like a big screen full of clickable shapes/objects that make noise effects or do cool mechanical things with one another. Even a game would be fine if it has tinker value. [more inside]
Who stinks in here? Oh.
Deodorant failure! How can I stop deodorant burnout? [more inside]
Is my friend an X-man?
What's the name of the condition for people who for some reason are highly susceptible to passing on electrical current to things like computers and other electronics, leading to strange problems with said devices? [more inside]
posted by wubbie at 5:01 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by wubbie at 5:01 PM PST - 41 comments
Kitchen slave to carnivore seeks vegetarian-friendly meals
She's a vegetarian, he's a carnivore, and their child doesn't eat food that touches. She does the cooking. What dishes can she make that reduce her prep time? How can she make sure that everybody's belly has [more inside]
posted by MonkeyToes at 4:28 PM PST - 40 comments
posted by MonkeyToes at 4:28 PM PST - 40 comments
DIY Phone Routing for International Calls?
If it costs me, say, 2 cents a minute to call a landline in Europe and, say, 25 cents a minute to call a cell phone in that same city- why isn't there a service (in Europe) that allows me to call a landline which connects my call to a mobile phone (and charges me 5 cents a minute or a monthly charge or whatever) Or, is there?
posted by vacapinta at 4:23 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by vacapinta at 4:23 PM PST - 12 comments
How aggressive should we late the older Pug be with the new puppy Pug?
How aggressive should we late the older Pug be with the new puppy Pug? [more inside]
How to make a simple railgun?
How to make a simple railgun to demonstrate the principle to children? [more inside]
Quick! 9x7=?
100 multiplication problems in 5 minutes. Our 9yo needs help in speeding up his answers. [more inside]
posted by LadyBonita at 2:32 PM PST - 63 comments
posted by LadyBonita at 2:32 PM PST - 63 comments
How can I hook up a second 17 inch LCD flatscreen monitor to my Power Mac G4?
How can I hook up a second 17 inch LCD flatscreen monitor to my Power Mac G4? [more inside]
We know he'll probably need them eventually, since Mr. Lucinda and I have 20/10000000000000 vision
Will my son need glasses? [more inside]
Finding nonhomogenized milk in a city?
I live in a medium-sized city in the US. Where can I find cow milk that's not homogenized? [more inside]
posted by cmiller at 1:25 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by cmiller at 1:25 PM PST - 14 comments
All about skiis
Please help me understand the differences in ski/ binding/ boot technologies for downhill skiing. Kinda like... longer skiis are good for w, wider skiis should be used for x and stiff bindings are good for situations y and z. [more inside]
Weird Alaska
I'm going to the Iditarod in February and March, and I'm looking for publications that might be interested in offbeat tales of the race/Alaska/mushers/etc. [more inside]
posted by iced_borsch at 1:13 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by iced_borsch at 1:13 PM PST - 6 comments
Best way to print papercraft projects?
I find papercraft appealing and want to get into it.
What tools are good to have starting out, and what's the sweet spot in economy vs. quality for printing papercraft projects? [more inside]
Heart murmurs and diving etc...
Whilst at the quack's for a check-up to do a diving course, he informed me I had a systolic heart murmur. I've googled (of course) but wondered if anyone else had experience so I can set my anxiety 'defcon' level appropriately! I have to have an 'echocardiogram'- potential problems for SCUBA? Thanks mefiers...
My Thermometer Done Busted
Everyday, at random, I break out in the chills. It feels like I have a fever for a few minutes. It comes and goes. Some days it happens more than others. It's like my internal thermometer / hypothalamus goes wacky. I don't quite break a sweat but I get a little balmy. Does anyone else have this problem with regulating their temperature, and if so, what have you done about it. Is my thermometer busted, or is there something more sinister at work here.
Remodeling on a budget - scrap counters?
Remodel Filter: Looking for scrap granite / mica countertops for some home remodel projects - or how to go about begging for them. [more inside]
posted by jimmy0x52 at 11:45 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by jimmy0x52 at 11:45 AM PST - 8 comments
Can I get a business credit card sans business?
Do you have to have a business to get a business credit card? [more inside]
Color me confused
Color profile weirdness on my PowerBook. Of course there's... [more inside]
Why does my wireless hub signal degrade throughout the day?
Why does the signal and connectivity on my wireless router degrade and improve throughout the day? [more inside]
battery damage
How much will Battery fluid damage the interior of a car? [more inside]
posted by jmugrapler at 10:59 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by jmugrapler at 10:59 AM PST - 9 comments
Why can't I remember any numbers?
How do I improve my memory for numbers? [more inside]
Any Atlanta doctors comparable to U of M doctors?
Living in Michigan, I have always felt safe using doctors from the University of Michigan Health System. I recently moved to just north of Atlanta (Gwinnett County). Is there a comparable health system in Atlanta?
Being in love with being in love?
Is there a term for being in love with the concept of love? [more inside]
posted by mckenney at 10:23 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by mckenney at 10:23 AM PST - 14 comments
Will suing a lousy doctor do any good?
Medical malpractice suits: What actually happens to an MD when they're sued? In terms of disciplinary actions against the MD, is there a difference between being found liable in civil court versus a settlement? [more inside]
What can be used as a suitable lubricant for wooden curtain poles?
We have some wooden curtain poles on which the wooden rings move really smoothly, but also have a couple where the curtains "judder" and sometimes stick quite badly when pulling them open or closed. How can I get the non-compliant curtains to move smoothly?
posted by Davis McBain at 9:26 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Davis McBain at 9:26 AM PST - 8 comments
How to Find Great Blogs on Any Subject?
How can I find a great blog on a subject I have found a new interest in? [more inside]
What does this sign with the red "X" mean?
What does this sign with the red "X" mean? [more inside]
posted by Pliskie at 8:16 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Pliskie at 8:16 AM PST - 13 comments
What is the best way to sync multiple iTunes libraries?
What is the best way to sync multiple iTunes libraries? [more inside]
Need a barbershop on Chicago's north side
As a black man living in a predominantly white area of Chicago (Wrigleyville / Lakeview) I have a hard time finding a place to get my hair cut. So I have to make a biweekly commute to the other side of town which is wildly inconvenient. Any suggestions for establishments on the north side? [more inside]
The Triple-Dog-Dare
Life imitates art: a schoochild in Wisconsin stuck his tongue on a frozen flag pole in the schoolyard this week, requiring the fire department to come and unstick him through the application of warm water. (via Obscure Store) Question inside. [more inside]
leaving a laptop in a car during work hours
How bad is it to leave a laptop in a car during the workday? [more inside]
posted by realpseudonym at 7:28 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by realpseudonym at 7:28 AM PST - 15 comments
Creme de la creme
The cream that floats to the top of non-homogenized milk is extremely heavy, almost as thick as butter. Is it sold separately? [more inside]
posted by textilephile at 7:08 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by textilephile at 7:08 AM PST - 8 comments
Warm Gloves for a Picky Person
When ever I go outside during the winter, my hands hurt (a lot). I have warm winter gloves, but I don't like them. I have issues with any clothing items that are bulky so that rules out ski gloves. [more inside]
Soviet land swap offer to Finland.
The Soviet Union offered Finland a land swap prior to the Winter War of 1939-1940. I remember seeing a map of the proposed land swap maybe 20 years ago but my google fu is failing me. Can anyone point me in the right direction?
posted by beccaj at 5:46 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by beccaj at 5:46 AM PST - 11 comments
Ferrari Bicycle
Does a Ferrari Newport tandem bicycle have any value? It is complete and functional. A racer friend said they are sought after because of the Ferrari brand, but also are not a very good tandem. It is taking up too much space and has to go. Does it go to the dump or Ebay?
RomanticVacationFilter
Romantic Getaway Filter: Help my lovely lady and I find an affordable cabin (or other cozy, romantic-type-lodgings) within driving range of DC for 4-5 days midweek in mid-March. Google provides a lot of information on this subject, but I'm having trouble really narrowing it down, so I'm seeking the input of the Hive. [more inside]
Decent windows CD-labelling software?
Is there any windows software for designing labels for my mix CD's which doesn't completely suck? [more inside]
Electronic music hardware gadgets & gizmos?
DAWs are cool, but I really like the feel of instruments in my hands. Where can I obtain potentially-electronic-music-producing electronic gadgets, oscillators, noise machines, etc. in Southern California?
posted by univac at 1:39 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by univac at 1:39 AM PST - 10 comments
Why can induce muscle cramps in my feet so easily?
I can induce foot cramps really easily - why? [more inside]
January 18
red tag?
Posit a house in Santa Cruz, Cal., where the owners have questions about building, with permit, an extension. [more inside]
How much negotiating power would I have as a full-time intern?
How much power would I have to negotiate compensation, contract length, and benefits for a full-time internship in a highly competitive industry in Maryland? What kind of wage is reasonable for this position? [more inside]
Sony screwed me again!
Help me ScrewFilter! I have an old Sony Clie I want to open to replace the battery but Sony used evil, tiny 5 pronged tamper resistant screws. [more inside]
posted by chairface at 9:57 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by chairface at 9:57 PM PST - 12 comments
The most spectacular natural landscapes in France (esp. in winter)?
Where are the most awe-inspiring, hauntingly beautiful natural landscapes in France, especially in winter (or that amaze regardless of season)?
How can I skin/change the theme of OpenOffice 2.x for Windows?
How can I skin/change the theme of OpenOffice 2.x for Windows?
Which of your own behaviors should you change when you have guests over?
When friends with whom you don't usually spend time in close quarters come for a brief stay at your house, what things should you change about your everyday, hanging-around the house behavior? [more inside]
826Indonesia?
What activities can I suggest during a workshop on designing awesome creative writing assignments for overworked ESL teachers to use in class? (In Indonesia?) (With learners across many levels?) (For little/no money?) (Without Powerpoint?) [more inside]
Help me not skid off the road
Moving from Seattle back to San Francisco this weekend - weather looks interesting to drive in! Any advice for a California (non-winter) driver during these icy times? [more inside]
Gentle accelleration isn't
CarFilter: My car briefly loses power, or in one case stalled, as I accellerate gently from a standing start or after having slowed down to take a sharp corner. Any ideas? [more inside]
JAG lawyer or law firm?
Should I become a JAG lawyer/officer now or work for a law firm for a year or two first? [more inside]
Help me get the most use out of my new monitor.
What should I hook up to my 22" widescreen HD monitor? [more inside]
How to get rebel XT working on Macbook Pro?
I would like to tether my rebel XT to my intel Macbook pro. I know that there is PPC software to do this, but can not track down anything that will work on my macbook. What options do I have? [more inside]
What could be causing anxiety-like symptoms after eating?
What could be causing anxiety-like symptoms after eating? [more inside]
What's that smell?
Can Neruda and Longfellow see eye to eye?
We're all reading poems for Pop on his 90th birthday, and I'm kind of stuck. [more inside]
posted by ersatzkat at 6:09 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by ersatzkat at 6:09 PM PST - 22 comments
Creative Mixer Applications
What is the neatest thing you do (or have done) with your KitchenAid mixer? [more inside]
posted by exceptinsects at 5:57 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by exceptinsects at 5:57 PM PST - 29 comments
Funeral filter
Adobe Reader 8 ruined Save as PDF in OS X
I installed Acrobat Reader 8. OS X no longer prints to PDF. How do I fix that? [more inside]
posted by airguitar at 5:40 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by airguitar at 5:40 PM PST - 7 comments
First "evar" evar?
When did people start saying "best ___ evar" or "worst ___ evar"? Was there a single notable case that sparked the trend, or did it start happening more slowly without a specific origin? Standard etymology searches have turned up nothing.
posted by scottreynen at 4:40 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by scottreynen at 4:40 PM PST - 25 comments
Attempt to control artist through LLC???
can someone form an LLC specifically and solely based on another individual's work/product -- without telling/consulting them? A *LOT*-- [more inside]
What had happened to this woman?
I saw an shockingly disfigured woman today. Every inch of her exposed skin was covered by red-raw lumps - face, hands and scalp. It was like she was covered in a thousand ticks. What was her condition? [more inside]
Suggestions for Ireland themed movie screening in East Timor.
Suggestions wanted for movies for screening in East Timor... [more inside]
Freeze HD or Knoppix?
I turn computer on then drive spins up and then a very low click and the machine turns off! My question is will I benefit from putting this drive (120GB) in the freezer in a plastic bag then trying again or should I try and read from Knoppix, though I don't know if the machine will even boot enough for me to get to the BIOS to change the drive order and boot from CD.
Obsessive saving of documents isn't cutting it.
My year-old Powerbook G4 has acquired the habit of suddenly shutting off when it thinks it has no more power, which usually happens when the menubar item says the battery is around 30% full. Do I need a new battery? Or can I massage it into the proper sleeping/hibernating behavior somehow?
posted by dreamyshade at 3:47 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by dreamyshade at 3:47 PM PST - 8 comments
how to wash out flour?
How do I wash flour out of my towels? [more inside]
Pain in foot.
Sometimes I get a feeling in my foot, and a few seconds after I get this feeling that something is stuck, and it feels very painful for about a minute. [more inside]
Hack my Cuisinart
Will the BFP-7 food processor attachment work on my Cuisinart SPB-7 blender? [more inside]
posted by jclovebrew at 2:53 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by jclovebrew at 2:53 PM PST - 1 comment
How can I get decent color brochure printing for under $1000?
Inkjet isn't cutting it for my home office. I give out about 200 product info sheets a month, and inkjet just gives, well, that technicolor "inkjet look", though granted I am printing on laser printer paper rather than inkjet papers. How good are these new $400 color laser printers? Should I give them a serious look, or is my money better spent on inkjet paper? [more inside]
Idea/ideer?
ConfusedYankFilter: What's the deal with the British pronouncing "idea" as "ideer"? [more inside]
posted by evisceratordeath at 2:36 PM PST - 57 comments
posted by evisceratordeath at 2:36 PM PST - 57 comments
Post-surgical fevers and infection
Post-surgery, should I be more worried about the frequency of fevers or how high they go? [more inside]
posted by bitter-girl.com at 2:34 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by bitter-girl.com at 2:34 PM PST - 12 comments
Funny movies dealing with investments...
Asking for a friend: Looking for a movie or tv show that deals with investing in a comedic way. [more inside]
Need to describe a breakdown
I'd like to find a description, either fictional or an actual account, of a mental breakdown. [more inside]
How does my computer know about DST?
What (if anything) do I have to do to my computer to make sure it knows about the new U.S. Daylight Savings Time rules? [more inside]
Drop in dance classes in DC or NoVA?
What sort of condiments go well with a hard boiled egg?
What sort of condiments go well with a hard boiled egg?
I'm thinking - if I pre-make a bunch, and bring them to work with me as a quick & easy snack - how many different ways can I sass 'em up? [more inside]
posted by Tbola at 1:05 PM PST - 52 comments
posted by Tbola at 1:05 PM PST - 52 comments
Minty Fresh, Freezing Cold
Why does eating mints make drinks taste freezing cold? [more inside]
posted by sjuhawk31 at 1:03 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by sjuhawk31 at 1:03 PM PST - 5 comments
Is My Car Dying?
Car makes an Odd Sound [more inside]
Fuck, I hate trying to sell myself.
I just went through a fairly extensive interview process. I thought I nailed it after each step on the way. I ended up not getting the job, so there's [more inside]
Ideas for a special proposal
My girlfriend and I have decided to get married. Rather then try to guess what she'd really like, we went down to the jewelery store together and picked out an engagement ring design together. It's currently being 'built'. Since she knows she's getting the ring and she knows what it will look like, I'd like to find a way to 'offically' propose when the ring is ready that will surprise her. I've also thought it would be nice to get her an early wedding gift, so there's an additional surprise. I'm looking for advice wherever I can find it. Considering the situation, does anyone have any ideas? [more inside]
What happy songs mention breakfast?
What are some songs that mention breakfast (or, second-best, the morning)? [more inside]
Incorporate PowerPoint slides by reference, then generate finished presentations?
How to incorporate PowerPoint slides by reference, then generate finished presentations? I manage a number of distinct PowerPoint presentations with similar (but not identical) content. [more inside]
Word master document creation and maintenance
Creating and maintaining a master document in Word with sections from other documents. [more inside]
How to eat when you've got long days
Please help me plan my daily meal times/menus given my long work hours. [more inside]
Fool Me Once, Strike One. Fool Me Twice... Strike Three.
Why does my credit card company keep trying to scam me? And how is it legal? [more inside]
posted by krippledkonscious at 11:44 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by krippledkonscious at 11:44 AM PST - 27 comments
Would a great horned owl kill a pug?
Would a great horned owl kill a pug? [more inside]
posted by crazycanuck at 11:36 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by crazycanuck at 11:36 AM PST - 27 comments
fallen penguin butt
Specific Bloom County or Outland strip [more inside]
We need to eat and drink after our wedding rehearsal!
What would be a good restaurant for a rehearsal dinner in Portland, OR? [more inside]
Fisher Price 401K
No-nonsense 401k - I just wanted to get one up and running to take advantage of employer matching. So what does the following mean...? [more inside]
Sweet the sin, Bitter the taste in my mouth
Know any soft, nutritious food that is unaffected by the nasty metallic taste that's a common side effect of the antibiotic Cleocin and its generic version Clindamycin? [more inside]
South by Southwest
Will it be worthwhile to attend SXSW in order to promote my album? [more inside]
OUCH Why do these pain meds hurt my stomach 31 hours later??
Ouch! Why does this medication hurt my stomach a day after I've taken it for the last time? Please explain before I have an ulcer or an alien growing inside me or something... [more inside]
posted by sneakin at 10:14 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by sneakin at 10:14 AM PST - 14 comments
Memories Triggered by Smells
For a lot of people, a particular aroma can be a strong trigger for memory. I don't think it works in reverse: why is this? [more inside]
How can I synchronize several GBs of emails on two computers?
I have several GB of email and two computers. How can I keep things synchronized? [more inside]
Digital Camera Requested
Help me find a suitable digital camera for my sister. [more inside]
PR gurus, please hope me!
Press release distribution services! About six years ago, I coordinated the development and delivery of weekly press releases for my then-employer. I recall looking at and evaluating a variety of online distribution services before eventually settling on a service that was either free or very inexpensive. [+] [more inside]
Art and Technology
I am gathering info on Technology and Art/Art Education and I have found lots of great articles and resources (any more are welcome). But I am still looking for 2 magazines that are (or have articles) about Digital Art. [more inside]
For Sale, $150K/yr. Asking Price?
How to find a good web/mail host for 100+ websites all at once, and how to $value those fees? [more inside]
Sky bridge downtown Seattle?
Seattlite AskMefites! What exactly is the rooftop/topfloor 'bridge' that spans 3 buildings downtown? [more inside]
posted by Sprocket at 8:56 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Sprocket at 8:56 AM PST - 12 comments
Help a friend with a meth addiction
Help me help a friend overcome a meth addiction. [more inside]
Clear my accounting course confusion
I could use your help hive mind. I'm currently taking an accounting course in college, and I'm having difficulties with financial statements and what gets reported where. I'm looking a mnemonic system that can embed this into my brain, as well as tricks and formulas which can help simplify this for me. [more inside]
posted by dropkick at 8:40 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by dropkick at 8:40 AM PST - 6 comments
Renting a small DJ setup in NYC
A friend wants to rent a small PA system, a pair of CDJs, and a mixer, for a party in NYC tomorrow night (Friday 1/19). I will be DJing, so I have an interest in making sure that the gear is good. The party is for an organization affiliated with NYU, and he can get some kind of gear from the university, but he's afraid it won't be very good. What are some good alternatives in the city?
Where do I go from here? (Career)
I'm at a crossroads, career-wise. I don't know where to go from where I'm at, or even where I *could* go. Back to school? Certifications? Keep contracting? Help! [more inside]
Politically Illiterate
I'm not politically savvy, and I want to know where candidates stand on certain issues. Is there a website that can do a simple side-by-side comparison? [more inside]
Would this really bother me if I was as indifferent as I think I am?
I don't think I'm interested in anything, in any realm. I used to have interests and ideas and goals but I feel like I've slowly lost all of that. [more inside]
Why Are My Headphones Picking Up Digital TV?
I hear voices in the static... and they're laughing. [more inside]
Hmmmm, Lemon-Shrimp Soup!
In paris at the weekend, I was in chinatown and I had a soup in an a small restaurant. The most noticable tastes were shrimp and lemon.
I want to make that soup. [more inside]
posted by markesh at 6:39 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by markesh at 6:39 AM PST - 7 comments
How to make latex paint less sticky?
I painted my workbench using acrylic latex paint. It's smooth to the touch (been dry for a week), but anything that comes into contact with the benchtop for more than a couple minutes adheres to it. Removal of the object in contact results in tearing off of paint. Is there anything I can do to make the paint less sticky, or is the stickiness something that will wear off over time?
posted by Ziggy Zaga at 6:37 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Ziggy Zaga at 6:37 AM PST - 14 comments
401(k) employer matching
When must an employer deposit their matching funds in a 401(k) account?
I understand that employee contributions must be deposited "as soon as possible", but what about the employer's matching?
posted by blue_wardrobe at 6:06 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by blue_wardrobe at 6:06 AM PST - 7 comments
How can I prepare for tax fallout from my grant?
I am an American working overseas for a year on a grant. It is my primary source of income, and there is no tax withheld from the grant. I am looking for advice on the best way to prepare for the tax situation I will face. [more inside]
Thanks, but we won't be needing your services.
What can communities do to thwart the actions of the DEA? [more inside]
How do I capture a video frame when my serial port tells me to?
How do I grab a video frame when a specific string is received through a serial port? [more inside]
Firefox Issue
Why, when I look at an image or news link in firefox, do I not see the whole tooltip/caption (not sure that's the right word, but it's all I can think of)? [more inside]
posted by the_epicurean at 1:49 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by the_epicurean at 1:49 AM PST - 10 comments
Keeping the Catstomer Satisfied
I am driving two cats on a long trip tomorrow. How to make it go smoothly? [more inside]
learning Romanian in Romania
Has anyone any experience of learning Romanian *in Romania*? [more inside]
January 17
Help me find evidence concerning the deadliness of splinters
I just watched the Mythbusters pirate special, and I'm looking for historical evidence to argue with the cannonball/splinter conclusion.
(don't click through if you don't want spoilers) [more inside]
posted by ubernostrum at 11:54 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by ubernostrum at 11:54 PM PST - 22 comments
converting .PSD files into .PNG files?
What's the best automated way to convert multilayer .PSD files into multiple .PNG files, for the video game I'm developing? [more inside]
Safety in Fiji
Fiji - what's the situation like for tourists? [more inside]
posted by polyglot at 10:09 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by polyglot at 10:09 PM PST - 7 comments
What is the SWOT analysis on SCRUM (Agile Software Development)?
Project Managers (PM) selected the SCRUM management and software development methodology to build-out and implement a customized a bolt-on application for SAP.
If you are experienced with SCRUM, what is the 411 for a SWOT analysis on SCRUM (Agile Software Development)? [more inside]
posted by choragus at 10:08 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by choragus at 10:08 PM PST - 3 comments
TeX ⊂ LaTeX?
What is the relationship between TeX and LaTeX? [more inside]
posted by king walnut at 10:05 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by king walnut at 10:05 PM PST - 7 comments
income tax question for waiters: Is tip share tax deductible?
waiter income tax question. Its common practice for waiters to "tip out" a certain portion of their money every shift to support persons. This might not seem like much, but for career waiters, this means an extra $2000+
Is this a deductible employee expense in the eyes of John Q. Tax?
He's nice, but I don't want to be friends with someone I don't really want to be friends with
How do I go about NOT making friends? [more inside]
posted by greta simone at 9:46 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by greta simone at 9:46 PM PST - 24 comments
Bus Routes in Costa Rica
I am going to Costa Rica in the beginning of March and am trying to find a website or other resource that displays all the bus routes. Specifically, from area X to area Y and how long. It is easy to find the major routes, but I want to know what cities connect to what other cities. [more inside]
splash.
Why does everyone seem to drop their cell phone in the toilet? [more inside]
posted by weaponsgradecarp at 9:01 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by weaponsgradecarp at 9:01 PM PST - 30 comments
What to wear to the Symphony?
What should I wear to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra? [more inside]
How do lemon laws work?
Has anyone here had to invoke the US federal Magnuson-Moss warranty act for a lemon automobile? How did it go? If you've used your state's lemon law, I'd like to hear your experiences as well. [more inside]
Let's get the hell out of SoCal!
Help us choose a winter vacation journey or destination...of Southern California origins. [more inside]
How to get off the porn treadmill?
I think porn has ruined sex for me. [more inside]
Worked nipple Filter
Possibly NSFW question: How can I (a man) harden and stretch my nipples? [more inside]
What's wrong with me?
What's wrong with me? I feel as though my ability to handle daily life is spiraling downward. Why, when I seemingly have everything going for me, can I not seem to get myself back on track? [more inside]
Am I scared of swarms?
What do I call this feeling I have towards tons of really small things? [more inside]
posted by nakedsushi at 6:00 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by nakedsushi at 6:00 PM PST - 21 comments
Buy/Sell books on campus
Buying and selling books on campus [more inside]
I know. You can't get there from here. But she needs to.
My girlfriend is driving from Detroit to Los Angeles and can leave anytime starting tomorrow. But she's nervous about bad weather and ice storms. When should she leave? Help me plot out a sunny route to sunny california. [more inside]
Junk songs wasting space
I have too many junk songs as a part of a compilation or a soundtrack or an album with a couple of good songs. On one hand I dont wanna break up the album, on the other, I don't want to waste space. What should I do? What do you do?
Calling 9:30 club regulars, advice needed
DC Filter: Almost 16 yr old son going to the 9:30 club in DC (for the first time) with a friend for a concert this Friday. Anything I should be concerned or worried about? [more inside]
Can I make potstickers at home, or am I doomed to produce mere wontons?
I want to make potstickers (a.k.a. "fried dumplings"), those round, doughy, dense, well-stuffed meat dumplings you can buy at American Chinese restaurants. But the recipes that I find, they produce something I only recognize as a wonton soup dumpling — a light, triangular, thin-skinned noodle with only a small ball of meat. Help me, oh filter of filters! [more inside]
posted by nebulawindphone at 5:20 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by nebulawindphone at 5:20 PM PST - 34 comments
Iraq casualty dataset
Is there a well-formatted data file of weekly or daily Iraqi civilian casualties? [more inside]
posted by thrako at 5:15 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by thrako at 5:15 PM PST - 3 comments
Buttons!
Where can I find new buttons for my blazer in Midtown Manhattan? [more inside]
What are good examples of sound used as a cue in cinematic history?
What are good examples of sound used as a cue in cinematic history? [more inside]
I need to get copies of my W2 and Tax Returns, Help!
We're applying for a home loan and suddenly need all those tax documents we probably should have held on to. What to do? [more inside]
Can an American get cheap dental care in Canada?
Can an American get cheap dental work done in Canada? [more inside]
Adult driving school
Help me learn how to drive in Philly! [more inside]
I just gotta be MEEE!!!! Oh, but wait, who am I?
Hello there Bay Area worker bees... care to help a girl trying to reinvent herself (yet again)? I need to find my niche here, but I feel a little lost sometimes. If I pour my heart out, can you share your local insights with me & maybe point me in some good new directions? I thank you profusely in advance for your help. There is much, much... [more inside]
posted by miss lynnster at 4:08 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by miss lynnster at 4:08 PM PST - 19 comments
How to share files between two computers connected by a router?
Two computers, one router, no file transfers [more inside]
posted by ye#ara at 4:07 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by ye#ara at 4:07 PM PST - 11 comments
phone shenanigans
Is this identity theft, or some other form of fraud? [more inside]
posted by StickyCarpet at 4:04 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by StickyCarpet at 4:04 PM PST - 10 comments
Inspirational Stories of Success After 40
I am looking for stories of inspirational people (names, URLs or in-thread) who overcame adversities to become successful after the age of 40. They could have become wildly successful, or perhaps just financially independent and can be famous or not-famous, perhaps even yourself or a relative. I've gone through an arduous career change and am starting my own business in my late 30s from basically nothing. I realize I'm still quite young, but it is so easy to feel late to the game when so many of my peers are established and successful. I'm really needing some inspiration right now. Thank you very much in advance for your answers.
Surf the web with an IP in a specific country
In my current job (Ad trafficking), I have to set up ads so they only display for visitors from specific countries. The ad server has a db that maps ips to countries. I'd like to test/verify what the web page looks like to users from that country. I looked at anonymous surfing services (anonymizer, etc) but they only seem to have a few proxies (all in the US). Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by tboz at 3:37 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by tboz at 3:37 PM PST - 4 comments
Transferring Firefox bookmarks
I'm setting up a new iMac and am seeking a way to transfer my Firefox bookmarks from my Macbook laptop to my new iMac. Any tips? I'm new to Apple, if that matters.
Non-lame gifts for cool bridesmaids?
I'm looking for advice for what to give my (5) bridesmaids. They're smart, cool women in their thirties (and of a variety of shapes and sizes), and I'm not sure that many of the typical gifts I see on some sites (super-froofy jewelry, pastel totes, etc.) would be appropriate/appreciated. [more inside]
posted by mollymolo at 2:56 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by mollymolo at 2:56 PM PST - 31 comments
Tons of car and insurance questions
I just moved to a new area and bought a car for the first time and have a list of questions about new cars and insurance. Feel free to answer whichever ones you want. [more inside]
shortcut to making multiple attachments in gmail?
Possibly a very dumb question: I need to use gmail to send about 100 different files. Surely, as we live and breathe in the 21st century, there is an easier way to do this than clicking "attach another file" 100 times for each separate one! [more inside]
How do I milk a lemon?
I broke my camera. So now how can I break my camera? [more inside]
Notetaking software suggestions please
'm looking for a easy-to-use software package that will allow me to 1) take notes during phone conversation, 2) copy & paste from email, website, word processing document into it, (I use and favor Open Office Writer, although I own MS Word and Wordperfect), allow to copy and paste the other way too. It should live in my system tray to allow fast access but not hog a lot of RAM.
Any body here have anything like that?
Oh, and I prefer it be free MS OneNote looks great, but too pricey for me right now.
A Metafilter for essays?
A site where people write essays on a wide range of topics. Sort of like Metafilter, but less about the links and more about quality opiniated writing. Does any such site exist ? [more inside]
Recommendations for house inspection companies
InspectionFilter : we just had an offer accepted for a house in Westchester, NY, and we need to get a house inspection done quickly. Does anybody have a recommendation for an inspection company in Westchester, and is there anything I should know going in (questions to ask etc?)
New Commute: What Is the Fastest and Cheapest Possible?
I live in Berkeley, CA and have a great job offer in...yeesh...Palo Alto, so a commute is in my future. I need help in reducing that commute as much as possible. Some ideas:
* If I get a hybrid, are those carpool lane stickers still available? It will help on time and money.
* What GPS units will realistically help my commute based on traffic conditions?
* What else can you think of?
More details in the extended explanation... [more inside]
posted by JLobster at 2:18 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by JLobster at 2:18 PM PST - 19 comments
Help me turn Irish Breakfast Tea into Irish Alldaylong Tea
How do I keep hot Irish Breakfast tea fresh in a thermos all day long? [more inside]
posted by proj at 2:15 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by proj at 2:15 PM PST - 9 comments
What is the web site that lets you upload, trim, and send MP3s to your phone for free?
Does anyone know the site that allowed you to trim audio, convert to mp3, and send a link to your phone via SMS for free? I already know about mobile17, and that's not it. This one had no waiting time, was completely free, and a really nice audio-editor style graphical interface. [more inside]
posted by cmicali at 2:13 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by cmicali at 2:13 PM PST - 4 comments
How can I become a trader?
I'm looking to become a trader in Canada, and need some ideas on how to go about it... [more inside]
Dear Devil, can I interest you in these spectacular ice sculptures?
I'd like to get into sales. What are the best methods by which to break into the industry without prior experience? [more inside]
The question of a second child
Those with two or more kids: if you had to do it all over again, would you do so, or not? Not counting outside factors like the state of the world and so forth. [more inside]
How to index a password-protected site for searching?
How do I add search to a password protected site? [more inside]
What Indian film am I looking for?
Interception and redirection of streaming audio on an office lan?
Prankfilter: interception and redirection of streaming audio on an office lan? [more inside]
Lost pigment in areolas?
BreastFilter: Why am I losing pigment in the lower portion of each of my areolas? [more inside]
posted by rosemere at 1:09 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by rosemere at 1:09 PM PST - 7 comments
What's the name of that song in the film Scream?
What's the name of the song that's playing in the movie scream when Matthew Lillard's character is chasing people? [more inside]
Car alarm locks me out; can't start car
My alarm won't let me start my car. What can I do? [more inside]
posted by kables at 12:43 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by kables at 12:43 PM PST - 10 comments
iDVD Number-of-Chapters Limit
Does iDVD have a limit to the number of "chapters" it can burn? Do DVDs themselves have a 99-chapter limit? I need to make a DVD with about 1.5 hours of video divided into over 100 different short clips (possibly up to 120), set up with an easy hierarchical menu system. [more inside]
Beer in Atlanta.
Is there a bar in Atlanta where I can get John Courage? [more inside]
How do I print a directory of .pdf files in WinXP?
I'm using XP and I have a directory of dozens of short .pdf files. How do i print them all on a specified printer without laboriously opening up each file? (I have an inkjet printer and a laser hooked up, but I only want it to go to the laser).
posted by storybored at 12:01 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by storybored at 12:01 PM PST - 10 comments
allofmp3 legality
Is using allofmp3 any more or less legal than downloading from an open server that lives somewhere under explicit RIAA coverage? What about an open server in Russia?
God forgive me - I need to delete then retrieve a MySpace URL
If I delete a MySpace profile, and wait the stated 48 hours for the account to become inactive, can I grab the username and URL again and set up a new page with the same name? [more inside]
How to tell a new employee her clothes are too sloppy?
How do I gently inform a new employee that she needs to dress better? [more inside]
posted by mygothlaundry at 11:36 AM PST - 62 comments
posted by mygothlaundry at 11:36 AM PST - 62 comments
How do I deal with these chronic headaches?
How do I deal with these chronic headaches? [more inside]
Are humans more naturally disposed to eat certain foods over others?
Most animals (herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores alike) seem to eat and/or prefer food from a very limited set of options. But humans eat just about everything. Are there foods that humans are more biologically disposed to eat? Alternatively, are there other animals that eat foods as widely diverse as humans do?
Dark Ages version of FileMaker Pro
I'm using Filemaker Pro 5.5 and one of the fields is locked, so to speak. It's supposed to have several possible entries/terms but only one pops up when you click on it. I therefore can't search for records with any other terms. Any ideas how to fix this?
Career change via MSC in Library and Information Studies - pipe dream or not?
Considering doing an MSc in Library and Information Studies, and would appreciate people's views. [more inside]
Magical css/javascript rollover?
I want to make something similar to the navigation menu of Helldesign, as in 'image > click > new image' (obviously, without refreshing). [more inside]
posted by Memo at 10:45 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Memo at 10:45 AM PST - 11 comments
You're my last hope Obi Won
OSXfilter: Accidental overwrite of various account files. Can recovery be done? [more inside]
Name for visionary state?
Is there a name for the act of seeing (projecting) something that is questionablely present? (For example, seeing the face of God, or Elvis, in the burn marks of your toasted bread.)
posted by R. Mutt at 10:44 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by R. Mutt at 10:44 AM PST - 9 comments
Learn Masonry in Your Spare Time
I'm relatively crafty, but inexperienced and largely ignorant of building construction. What are the best tools to learn masonry, preferably stone masonry, first as a hobby but potentially as a career? [more inside]
Songs To Kill Procrastination
MotivationFilter, MusicFilter: What particular songs motivate you? [more inside]
Bollywood poster?
Can anyone identify this movie poster of Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai? [more inside]
posted by jca at 10:24 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by jca at 10:24 AM PST - 3 comments
French Baguettes
French Food Filter: What is the ham that you find on the buttered, cheese/ham baguettes in France? [more inside]
posted by finitejest at 9:52 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by finitejest at 9:52 AM PST - 16 comments
Dealing with a Molester Moustache
I have an indefatigable Molester Moustache. Does it look as creepy as I think? Should I make a habit of shaving multiple times a day? [more inside]
To match modem/router vendors or to not match?
Is there any advantage to having a router and cable modem made by the same company, or is it better to go best of breed in both cases regardless of maker? [more inside]
1973 Denim Art Contest Catalog
I am looking for a copy of "Levi's Denim Art Contest: Catalogue of Winners." 1974. Published by B. Wolman/squarebooks, Mill Valley, CA. Can anyone help me?
Options for a new RN in the criminal justice field?
I'm a former (er, trying to be former, at least) graphic designer and web idiot, now attending school to become a registered nurse. What I'd really like to do, tho, is eventually work somehow in the area of criminal justice, whether it's directly with victims of crime (and that would be preferable) or not. Help? [more inside]
posted by houseofdanie at 9:35 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by houseofdanie at 9:35 AM PST - 8 comments
How long would it take the average gambler to lose $50 in Vegas?
How long would it take the average gambler to lose $50 in Las Vegas? Assume that they're playing at the lowest-stakes table possible. [more inside]
Is chemistry really that important?
I've been seeing a great guy. He's sweet, smart, funny, and he likes me! So what could possibly be the problem? [more inside]
posted by different at 9:15 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by different at 9:15 AM PST - 27 comments
Electricity Bill Too High?
We live in a two bedroom apartment in Brooklyn. Our electricity bill averages between $60 and $80 a month. Yesterday, however, we received a bill in the mail seeking an additional $645 for the past 215 days. [more inside]
What's there to do in Halifax?
How can I kill a few hours in Halifax? [more inside]
posted by reformedjerk at 8:56 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by reformedjerk at 8:56 AM PST - 12 comments
Connecting my hard drive and my amp?
Connecting an external hard drive to my amp without a physical connection to my computer? [more inside]
posted by louigi at 8:55 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by louigi at 8:55 AM PST - 8 comments
How do i cash this canadian money order?
How do i cash this canadian money order? [more inside]
Mobile to Cell Transmogrification
I need a mobile phone that I can use on a UK network for the time being and then take with me when I move back to the US later this year. Help me choose a phone with a camera, bluetooth™, and [more inside]
posted by medium format at 8:30 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by medium format at 8:30 AM PST - 14 comments
I don't get debt.
Why is the U.S. allowed to have a debt of $8,681,815,012,958.68 (according to the U.S. National Debt Clock)? [more inside]
posted by bobobox at 8:27 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by bobobox at 8:27 AM PST - 31 comments
How prepared is your organization for the Daylight Savings Time changes?
Mostly directed at IT types:
What have you/your department/your company done to prepare for the upcoming changes to the start/end dates for Daylight Savings Time in Canada and the US? [more inside]
Ewww, sewer line backup.
PlumbingFilter: Just had a portion of the main waste line (aka sewer line) from our house replaced. Now the two lowest "drains" feeding that line are having trouble. [more inside]
posted by Mister_A at 7:48 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Mister_A at 7:48 AM PST - 8 comments
Things To Do In Vegas When You're Broke (and a mommy)
Stuck in Las Vegas for a week in April with a nine-month-old baby. What do I do to entertain him and myself, [more inside]
posted by anastasiav at 7:47 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by anastasiav at 7:47 AM PST - 18 comments
Help us find a wedding photograph in central Connecticut.
Looking for a Connecticut wedding photographer and general advice on picking a photographer. [more inside]
posted by Xalf at 7:23 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Xalf at 7:23 AM PST - 11 comments
Keeping friendships in grad school?
As a doctoral student, how do you maintain friendships with non-academics? With all the lab work and time that goes into research, there isn't a lot of time for fun. And it seems that friends and family don't always understand it - especially for first-generation students from places where not everyone goes to college. Have any of you had this experience? What's hard about maintaining relationships with friends and family -- and how do you cope?
Why can't we get 1 b/s/Hz?
Why, in wireless transmissions of data, can we not achieve 1.0 bits per second per Hertz? [more inside]
Looking for Fairways, Freeways and Cafe's
I'm starting research into a possible relocation to Shanghai and am looking for good resources into general accomodation and cost of living information. [more inside]
Hydroponic and/or solar-powered container gardening?
Solar-powered and/or hydroponic apartment gardening: have you done it or something like it? Do you like or dislike any commercial solar kits or hydroponics kits, or suppliers of seeds & equipment for container gardening? [more inside]
Can't think of this movie?
What movie has a scene where there is a debate on the difference between flan and Creme Brulee? I believe the scene might be in a diner.
Worst ways to die old?
What are the worst (natural) ways to die as an old person in terms of how it must feel for them? Are there ways to die for which the symptoms cannot be alleviated by medical means and it's just a completely dreadful existence until death? What fraction of people die old horribly? [more inside]
posted by vizsla at 12:03 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by vizsla at 12:03 AM PST - 31 comments
January 16
Images of people en masse spelling things with their bodies?
Desperately looking for images of people en masse, spelling something with their bodies. Or in stadiums, when they make a picture by having everyone hold up a colored card. [more inside]
But I'm an atheist!
Just how secular is the province of Québec after all? [more inside]
Help me give informed consent about being an Army wife.
Help me give informed consent about being an Army wife. Ridiculous amounts [more inside]
How to compress existing tiff files with lzw compression
What UNIX command-line tool can I used to convert tiff files to lzw-compressed tiff files. [more inside]
Looking for Mr. Goodwrench (sort of)
Need advice on where to buy toy trucks and / or other small-sized construction vehicles that have moving parts. [more inside]
What to do in San Rafael without a car?
I am in San Rafael for a couple of days this week (Tuesday, Wednesday, possibly part of Friday). What to do without a car? [more inside]
Broiler? It's new to me!
I just realized that my vintage O'keefe & Merritt oven has a broiler. I also have some well marbled kosher steaks... [more inside]
You ain't no picasso
How is the price of art determined? [more inside]
posted by M.C. Lo-Carb! at 8:14 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by M.C. Lo-Carb! at 8:14 PM PST - 32 comments
Recommendations for a gas water heater
My current water heater is about 14 years old now, and I'm looking to replace it with a traditional 'tanked' water heater (I'm not going to be in this house long to justify a tankless unit). For the most part I'm only looking to heat water for two people, and I'm thinking a 40 gallon tank with a large burner will be sufficient. Does anyone have any suggestions or good resources for comparison?
Portable speech recognizer for note taking
Digital dictaphone with speech recognition and voice control: Is this something I can buy? [more inside]
I need file sharing software for a website
I need to create a website to upload and share files with colleagues. I want it to be open source (or cheap or free), and be easily customizable (think wordpress). We all teach Social Studies and want to share things like powerpoints, worksheets, lesson plans, rubrics, etc. Is there something out there that would work? [more inside]
My son has ADD - what next?
My 6 Year Old has been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder. We are not going to drug him. How can I help him? [more inside]
Fukuoka For Foreigners
Any advice for places to eat and/or things to see in Fukuoka, Japan? [more inside]
posted by vagabond at 4:58 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by vagabond at 4:58 PM PST - 8 comments
Explain the IMF to me
Explain the IMF to me like I'm a ten year old. [more inside]
posted by xammerboy at 4:46 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by xammerboy at 4:46 PM PST - 36 comments
South Beach Diet for Phones
Too many phone service providers. Help me reduce down to what I really need. [more inside]
Reviews for Google Local
Did Google Maps yank their "leave a review" feature for businesses? All I see for my area are prepackaged reviews from Citysearch which aren't even specific to my city and aren't very useful. I see no user input links except for "Business Owners: Add/Edit Your Business". I distinctly remember leaving reviews there a couple of years ago.
Help me fix my DS Lite?
I own a DS Lite. Recently, the 'R' button has started to become somewhat non-responsive. It still works, but I have to push it really hard to get a response to it at all. I suspect that the contacts need cleaning. Since I've never done anything like this before, should I attempt to do this myself? By that I mean is it a relatively simple affair or would this be incredibly difficult to do? And if I were to go ahead and do it, what tools might I need to finish the job?
posted by Effigy2000 at 4:05 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Effigy2000 at 4:05 PM PST - 7 comments
Working poor need cash too!
My underpaid mother is in serious need of some extra income without quitting her day job. Of course there is... [more inside]
GO HOME!
What's the average length of an email address?
How many characters are in the average email address? [more inside]
posted by jknecht at 3:00 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by jknecht at 3:00 PM PST - 14 comments
Iraq troop prediction numbers
Anyone have predictions (with citations) offered on how many troops would be necessary in Iraq? I've heard that generals said up to 300,000 in the run-up, but I can't seem to find sources for these. [more inside]
drum machine/sampler for $150 and under?
I'm looking to buy a drum machine/sampler for general programming needs with an emphasis on hip-hop. [more inside]
Useless clutter or money makers in disguise?
My husband has a bunch of Masters of the Universe toys that his parents saved from his childhood; they are all in good shape and most have the original boxes (although most of the boxes have seen better days). More within... [more inside]
posted by melangell at 2:09 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by melangell at 2:09 PM PST - 4 comments
Excel formula question
Excel question: How to define a range so that it always adds up to a constant value. [more inside]
What's the middle ground between "F.U!" and "Welcome!"?
One of my wife's distant friends has attempted to invite herself to stay with us, again. She did this last March, and we used the excuse of me starting a new job and needing to do x, y, and z as well as the "out of town" excuse for any remaining dates. This got us off scot-free, but we both knew the time would come again... and it's here. We need a final solution. [more inside]
posted by jeffxl at 1:38 PM PST - 124 comments
posted by jeffxl at 1:38 PM PST - 124 comments
Can Stephen Hawking have sex?
Can Stephen Hawking have sex? [more inside]
My wireless router dies after 30 minutes. Help!
Help me before I kill (my wireless router) again. [more inside]
How can I get a phone number in St.Kitts / Nevis?
How can I get a voicemail/phone number in St.Kitts / Nevis? [more inside]
posted by torpark at 12:02 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by torpark at 12:02 PM PST - 3 comments
CoffeeFilter: How to clean water chamber of Krups Dual Drip Machine?
Folger loving Father spilled coffee grounds into main water chamber of Krups Dual Drip Machine (867), then proceeded to brew coffee anyway. The result was to bake all those coffee grounds onto the sides of the water chamber. How can I safely clean the water chamber? [more inside]
posted by IndigoSkye at 11:50 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by IndigoSkye at 11:50 AM PST - 7 comments
How can my non-tech-savvy Mum maintain her own website?
My mother needs a very simple website for a small business. I'm reasonably technically competent and I don't mind doing some work to set it up, but I'd like my mother to be able to update the content on her own. What software should I use? [more inside]
posted by emilyw at 11:46 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by emilyw at 11:46 AM PST - 16 comments
Help an artist with his style?
PortfolioWebsiteFilter: I need some examples of aesthetically pleasing websites! [more inside]
posted by InsanePenguin at 11:42 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by InsanePenguin at 11:42 AM PST - 13 comments
Bell DSL is now capped
Legalfilter: I accidentally signed onto a 2-year contract for Bell DSL (Montreal Canada). Now just a month ago they changed their service from unlimited bandwidth to limited to 30 gigs a month with penalties up to 30$ a month. [more inside]
Do law firms ever employ evidence technicians full-time?
Do private law firms employ subject matter experts or evidence technicians? [more inside]
posted by tkolstee at 11:41 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by tkolstee at 11:41 AM PST - 10 comments
Does drinking cold water really burn calories?
Does drinking cold water burn anywhere near a significant number of calories? [more inside]
local business information
Hi All,
Does anyone know where can someone get local business information such as name, address, zip code, type of business, etc?
How do I solve this simple math problem?
This is probably a simple math question for someone who knows math.
Schools create an index number by using this equation:
(X * testscorenumber) + (Y * GPA) + constant = indexnumber
Some schools index numbers max out at 5, some at 200. Nonetheless, the difference between schools is in how they weight GPA vs. testscore.
What formula would allow me to compare the importance of once factor over another among schools. I.e., School A weighs testscores 2x more than school B? Is it a simple ration between X and Y?
Are there sports blogs for those uninterested in sports?
What sports blog would you recommend for someone who is uninterested in sports? [more inside]
charter school lotteries- bettering my odds?
Beating the lottery system for kindergarten slots in the top Washington DC charter schools- is this possible? [more inside]
posted by mistsandrain at 10:32 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by mistsandrain at 10:32 AM PST - 9 comments
Use or Sell WoW:BC-CE?
Should I use my copy of Burning Crusade Collector's Edition or sell it? If I sell it, should I sell now or wait? [more inside]
posted by ODiV at 10:10 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by ODiV at 10:10 AM PST - 11 comments
Windows Media streaming radio vs. Wii: FIGHT!!!
Is there any combination of software that I can lash together that will allow me to listen to a Windows Media internet radio station on my Wii? [more inside]
posted by steveminutillo at 10:08 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by steveminutillo at 10:08 AM PST - 3 comments
What is this British movie?
Looking for the name of a British movie I saw about 10 - 12 years ago. Basically, a young Mick-Jagger-look-alike dates various women and redecorates his apartment/house differently for each girl. Thats about all I remember.
posted by holdkris99 at 10:02 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by holdkris99 at 10:02 AM PST - 6 comments
Jay Bees
One of my favorite writers is Edmund Jabés. However, I have never heard anyone pronounce his name. [more inside]
posted by jimfl at 9:57 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by jimfl at 9:57 AM PST - 13 comments
It's like they're asking me to tell them a white lie
I have a Nokia smartphone. I have T-Mobile. But T-Mobile doesn't sell my phone, so they won't give me a smartphone unlimited data plan and I'm stuck with the much more expensive Total Internet package. But if I log in to T-Mobile's self service site, I can tell them I have any damn phone I like. So if I do that, and tell them I have a Blackberry or a Sidekick, and pick the BB or SK smartphone plans, is there some technical reason it won't just work? Am I in any serious danger of cancellation by violating the TOS or anything else?
posted by j-dawg at 9:54 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by j-dawg at 9:54 AM PST - 16 comments
Time to get chippy with my ink cartridges?
Have you replaced your inkjet print cartridges with a generic by physically moving the cartridge chip? This site gives instructions, but I can't tell if this will screw up my printer's ability to detect low ink levels or not. Does this work?
cheap teleconferencing
I'm looking for a cheap reservationless toll-free audio-only teleconferencing provider. [more inside]
Need creative shipping logic for a CubeCart dilemma
Hey CubeCart wizards (and e-commerce pros in general) ... help me solve a tricky dilemma involving shipping logic. [more inside]
object for iframe
Using Object instead of iframe for Google Calendar embeds? [more inside]
Is a Treo enough?
Is this plan better than the Treo?
I have a Treo 700p, which I dig, don't get me wrong. I enjoy reading e-books, playing games, using online apps like Google Maps, Quickipedia, etc. But then I start to fondle my wife's ... phone. It's the uber-slick Katana. Normally, I'm the gadget-head in the house, but her phone is quite damn nice. Got me wondering... [more inside]
please cure a hopeless flutterpants.
I wish to woo. I want to woo. Will you waft to me wooing words of wisdom? [more inside]
Free time in Chicago
Eight hours in Chicago... What to do if it's too cold outside? [more inside]
What laws do non-criminals commonly break?
What are some laws that people break often without thinking about it or that it would be easy to break without realizing you're committing a crime? [more inside]
posted by decathecting at 7:52 AM PST - 56 comments
posted by decathecting at 7:52 AM PST - 56 comments
Maybe I should just throw my jeans in a puddle...
So my girlfriend has a bit of a thing for those 'worker' jeans they have at Gap. I'm quite happy for my jeans to be blue, personally, but apparently the rolled-in-mud look is what she likes, and I guess I should have at least one pair of jeans that she can stand. My question is: where might I get something like them without breaking the bank? [more inside]
Help a Canadian MeFite in Paris play The Burning Crusade (Expansion to World of Warcraft)?
Help a Canadian MeFite in Paris play The Burning Crusade (Expansion to World of Warcraft)? [more inside]
Teaching an older blogger new tricks (or how to train a writer over 60 to make their posts sparkle)
Teaching an older blogger new tricks (or how to train a writer over 60 to make their posts sparkle) [more inside]
Installing Bootcamp after installing Parallels
I'm running Parallels; I need to install Bootcamp. [more inside]
What do you do with a quacky Chiro?
I think my friend's "doctor" is a dangerous quack. Do I tell her? How? [more inside]
posted by Biblio at 6:53 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by Biblio at 6:53 AM PST - 28 comments
Wireless without a router?
Hooking up wi-fi with DSL. [more inside]
n00b-esque Powerpoint problem
I'm sure this is too simple to require the skills of the PowerpointGuruHiveMind, but I can no longer edit datasheets in Microsoft Graph, in order to create new charts in Powerpoint for Mac 2004. I must have checked some kind of "protect data" checkbox as a default, but I can't find it to switch back. Sheer frustration must have overwhelmed my google-fu.
What's a good weighted electronic keyboard for my six year old's piano lessons?
Daughter (age six) perhaps to begin piano lessons. Considering a weighted response electronic keyboard as a piano substitute. Seeking advice in brands, models, retailers, price, durability, and indeed, overall wisdom of this route over standard piano. All views even slightly extraneous welcome. Thanks in advance. [more inside]
cigar ros
What's the story on car cigarette lighters? Standardization, origins, etc [more inside]
Will keeping my effects pedals plugged in reduce their battery life?
Does leaving your guitar effects pedals plugged in (chained) reduce their battery life, or is battery life affected only when you forget to turn them off?
posted by Flem Snopes at 5:18 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Flem Snopes at 5:18 AM PST - 10 comments
Do I have claustrophobia?
Do I have claustrophobia? What can I do? [more inside]
Would the stars really look like that?
Would the stars really look like that? [more inside]
posted by eustacescrubb at 4:37 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by eustacescrubb at 4:37 AM PST - 9 comments
How to cash a dollar cheque in a UK bank?
UK bank filter. I get small cheques from an Ameican tech publisher, drawn on an American bank., for dollar amounts. My UK bank wants to take 28 days to clear them, and deducts an unspecified amount to do it. Any recommendations for UK banks that are in the 21st century? [more inside]
posted by Pericles at 3:22 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by Pericles at 3:22 AM PST - 19 comments
Why can't I right-click quit apps in my OS X Dock?
I've been having an issue for the last couple days with my OS X dock. I installed Tinker Tools to move it to the bottom right. It seemed to work fine, but then all of a sudden, I couldn't quit applications by right clicking on its icon in the dock and selecting 'Quit'. I restored the dock settings to default, but it still isn't working after a number of restarts. Any other method of quitting (such as Command + Q) works fine. Anyone know how I can fix this?
Help with work
What advice would you have for a young american looking for work in India?
Only farmacists can read.
Why do most doctors have sloppy handwriting? [more inside]
I'm like a toddler with floaties in the deep end: I'm not going to drown, but my feet don't touch and I'm lost.
Help me simulate highway traffic using Java. I'm up to my ears in ArrayLists, and I don't know how to swim! [more inside]
January 15
Need a travel angel
How should I find a good travel agent? [more inside]
Can I record straight to my iPod?
Can I record video from my ATI DVR straight to my iPod? [more inside]
I need Go knowledge!
Disable/adjust Wii-remote volume??
Is it possible to disable/adjust volume for the Wii remote? [more inside]
PlayStation power supply
Help me fit an NZ power supply to an American PlayStation [more inside]
How do healthcare professionals balance empathy with detachment?
Doctors, nurses, therapists, social workers, health professionals of any and all flavors: how do you dissociate yourselves from the misery, suffering, and death of your patients or clients? [more inside]
Background podcast downloader?
Free, (preferably) open source background podcast downloader for linux and OS X? [more inside]
"I'm not interested in having an orchestra sound like itself. I want it to sound like the composer." -- Leonard Bernstein
Help me discover some great orchestrated pop music. [more inside]
are all migranes knock-you-out bad?
Is there such thing as a "light" migraine? [more inside]
My laptop is busted
My laptop's backlight is acting up. And so is the power button. [more inside]
Spreadsheet Cleanout
Help me remove unwanted spreadsheet info - I want to archive a massive buch of data from years of Excel spreadsheets but, I don't want to save all the extra gumph associated with macros and links in spreadsheets. [more inside]
posted by moocheen at 9:03 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by moocheen at 9:03 PM PST - 10 comments
How can I improve readability of a low-quality .pdf file?
I'm attempting to transcribe some scanned documents. The quality of the .pdf files is low. Is there a way to play around with the images in order to help me make out the mangled words? [more inside]
posted by moira at 8:45 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by moira at 8:45 PM PST - 7 comments
Mamma Mia! Massive Mold! Mediation Mandated!
How to best mitigate a *severe* mold/mildew problem? [more inside]
How do I print one book?
What is the easiest way to print one (and only one) copy of a book? [more inside]
posted by IshmaelGraves at 8:23 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by IshmaelGraves at 8:23 PM PST - 7 comments
Quick, MeFi I need a dog park to go to in Yokohama, Japan, anyone, anyone???
Quick, MeFi I need a dog park to go to in Yokohama, Japan, anyone, anyone???
Commercial Building
I bought a piece of commercial property in a desirable area. Should I build three separate 4,500 square foot buildings or one large 13,500 square foot building? [more inside]
posted by Mhead at 8:16 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Mhead at 8:16 PM PST - 12 comments
Roommates: yes or no?
Should I get roommates? [more inside]
Online game crime?
Internet Credit Card Fraud? [more inside]
Smooth job relocation/transition?
Karaoke help.
I have an awful, awful voice. Any suggestions for a go to karaoke song that is short, more like talking than singing and not too intimidating for someone who has never done karaoke before? [more inside]
Defcon
Please name this music... [more inside]
Books about Tokyo?
I'm off to Tokyo in a few months and would love to read some interesting books about/set there before I go... [more inside]
Who gets custody of the kitty?
Two cats; one belongs to me, one belongs to roommate. Roommate is moving out. Will the kitties be better off together, or is it okay to seperate them? [more inside]
Old emails in Thunderbird vanish after trying to setup a new account.
Thunderbird swallowed my emails while I was trying to setup an account for an additional email id. [more inside]
How can I get a 170 MB MPEG file on DVD without losing any quality using a brand new Macbook?
How can I get a 170 MB MPEG file on DVD without losing any quality using a brand new Macbook? [more inside]
How can I force Installshield to install an app to a diff. drive than the system drive?
I'm trying to install my kid's new PC game and the idiot developers didn't allow me to change the drive I want to install it to....it'll only install to the system drive and I don't have enough space. It's regular old Installshield; surely there must be a way to get around this?
How do I trick me into doing what I want me to do?
how do I make myself take more pictures? I post daily to my blog using my digital camera, problem is I want to motivate myself to use my 35mm camera. [more inside]
Is my job really worth it?
I am a "girl friday." Neat title, but it means squat. I am unhappy with my job, should I stay or should I move on? (more details inside) [more inside]
posted by ForeverDcember at 3:00 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by ForeverDcember at 3:00 PM PST - 34 comments
Looking for Attractive Fluid CSS Examples
Fluid CSS Filter: I am looking for examples of a two column Web page with a fluid main column on the left and a rigid width sidebar on the right. The examples need to look good (no simple CSS box diagrammed "how to's"). I want to show this to a client but I want the Web page to be attractively designed to enhance the point I'm trying to make (that this CSS solution is a good thing, natch).
Why must I raise the window shades on a plane?
On a recent Indian Air flight from Bangalore to Mumbai, the flight attendants requested that everyone make sure their window shades were up (so you can see out) for "safety reasons" during the landing. What is the reason for this?
posted by nitsuj at 2:50 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by nitsuj at 2:50 PM PST - 4 comments
Home MP3 jukebox
I'm looking for recommendations for a home MP3 player. I want something with much larger capacity than an iPod (preferably using standard 3.5" drives), and am happy for it to be physically quite a bit bigger than an iPod. It needs to be quieter and less power-hungry than a standard PC. If it had a sensible UI and a remote control, that would be good too. Hopefully, it would be cheaper than either an iPod or a PC, too. [Currently, an old linux box does this job, but it is too noisy for my small apartment, and the interface is too clunky.]
posted by beniamino at 2:48 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by beniamino at 2:48 PM PST - 17 comments
how to find an ice cream man
I need to find an Ice cream man (man with an ice cream truck)... to provide products for my 3 yr old son's birthday party in west central Florida for this Saturday. I can't find any listings in the yellow pages, and Google seems a bit worthless regarding this.
Any ideas? [more inside]
Recommendation on a carpet installer in Seattle?
Anyone have recommendations for carpet installers in eastside Seattle that you've worked with? [more inside]
Starving for gorgeous gravitas
OK, audiophiles. What other/new music would you suggest I check out if all you know about my tastes is that I like Keith Jarrett solo, Rickie Lee Jones, John Fahey and Jane Siberry?
How do I get rid of these Dragon magazines?
A few years ago I acquired, through a weird set of circumstances, about 400 issues of Dragon magazine from the early 80s. I have no use for them at all, and am trying to figure out the best way to get rid of them (for profit). [more inside]
Say "smile", and the world smiles with you.
Do you know of any examples where facial animation is used as a medical biofeedback interface? [more inside]
Can our 2-and-51-week-old get into a 3-year-old preschool in Chicago?
How strict is the "age 3 by September 1st" preschool requirement (in Chicago)? [more inside]
posted by AgentRocket at 12:38 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by AgentRocket at 12:38 PM PST - 7 comments
Indoor Minigolf in the Philly area?
The Mrs. and I's Anniversary of our first date is coming up tomorrow, and I'd like to re-enact the original. Sushi is easy to come by, but an indoor minigolf facility within driving range is proving elusive. Aaaand she's coming home in an hour, so no more searching for today. (crackle) Help me hive mind... You're my only hope! [more inside]
posted by Orb2069 at 12:38 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Orb2069 at 12:38 PM PST - 6 comments
I want to get out of IT, but still work with technology. What options are out there?
So what does someone who is interested in almost everything and a love for helping others make sense of technology do for a living? [more inside]
Help me find a nice boring cell phone!
Cell phone filter: I’m looking for a really simple cell phone, nothing fancy, to use with my Verizon service. [more inside]
posted by silverstatue at 12:20 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by silverstatue at 12:20 PM PST - 21 comments
Old Movie Trailer
Ok, here's a tough one. Does anyone remember a movie trailer from the 1970s that showed an image of an x-ray skull -- scary enough in itself -- and then showed what appeared to be something dripping from the eye socket. Looking closer it was actually a woman wearing a billowing dress. Totally freaky image and I can't remember what movie it was for ... some horror flick for sure. Anyone remember this?
Beers similar to Yuengling
I'm not much of a beer drinker, but I found out (when visiting family in Philly) that I really like Yuengling. However, I live in Portland, OR, where there is no Yuengling in sight and my beer drinking friends have never even heard of it. Based on this preference, what other beers (esp. those common to the northwest) would I enjoy?
posted by hopeless romantique at 11:25 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by hopeless romantique at 11:25 AM PST - 13 comments
Pimp my home security!
Help me secure my home! I need input on a safe and a security system. [more inside]
posted by aceyprime at 10:51 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by aceyprime at 10:51 AM PST - 18 comments
Web Design Schools in Chicago
Does anyone know of any good web design/graphic design schools or programs in Chicago (or the midwest)? I have a background in Computer Science, but I'd like to pursue web design. [more inside]
posted by MediaJunkie at 10:43 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by MediaJunkie at 10:43 AM PST - 12 comments
Great Gift for a Travellin' Girl
I need a great gift for my most excellent friend, who travels five days a week as a consultant. [more inside]
What do I do with the Brazilian patent to a popular US toy?
I own the Brazilian patent to a popular US toy that has sold over 100 million dollars. What now? [more inside]
posted by AnyGuelmann at 10:34 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by AnyGuelmann at 10:34 AM PST - 17 comments
how to pass a polygraph
Ok, here are the facts:
i) I really want this job
ii) The company administers polygraphs for shithead reasons
Is there any way I can learn to pass this thing? [more inside]
Help me organize my gadgets.
Like any self-respecting geek, I've got a bunch of cool toys I carry around. Each of those toys, unfortunately, comes with a bunch of wires -- chargers, adapters, connectors... Help me keep them organized! [more inside]
posted by jacobian at 10:20 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by jacobian at 10:20 AM PST - 16 comments
Reversed Bike Gears?
Is there a bike that can be pedaled backwards? [more inside]
posted by Samizdata at 10:12 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Samizdata at 10:12 AM PST - 16 comments
Can I wire my apartment for sound?
Our apartment is 11 years old. Apparently that's not quite new enough for it to have been wired for sound when it was built, so I have to do it myself. Hardwood floors, but it's a wooden building so presumably the walls and ceiling are fair game. Can I run wires without tearing off molding or cutting holes in the ceiling? How? Can I do it myself, or is it the kind of thing that requires a professional? How do they do this stuff?
posted by BorgLove at 10:06 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by BorgLove at 10:06 AM PST - 14 comments
Surely there's got to be a heart attack in the grotto at least?
How many people (if any) have died at the Playboy Mansion?
Scanner recommendation...
Seeking best flatbed scanner >$300 suitable for portfolio scanning... [more inside]
posted by lovejones at 9:27 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by lovejones at 9:27 AM PST - 4 comments
How to Diversify Retirement Account
I'm planning to diversify my retirement account in the next 5-7 years. I need some advice on the best way to do this. [more inside]
Facebook API and PHP
I use Facebook, and it seems to have a great API. But how can I tie it in to me, and not my visitor? [more inside]
Dying CX7300 bogarting the digipix.. ideas?
I've got a Kodak CX7300 that keeps dying on me, which has a bunch of pics I need to pilfer at some point, preferably before it dies off completely. [more inside]
What skills are most in demand these days in Tech?
What sort of technical degree or certificate is most likely to get me a solid interesting job in technology. [more inside]
Mercury Poisoning
Looking for a historical example of someone trying to build up an immunity to mercury poisoning (and obviously failing dismally). [more inside]
localized weather predictions
Weather junkies: How localized are predictions? [more inside]
How should I prepare for an upcoming Google interview?
How should I prepare for an upcoming Google interview? [more inside]
Media Center is great except for the not able to view media thing
Radeon 7000 Series wont play nice with Media Center 2005 [more inside]
Land survey freeware sources?
I am wondering if anyone knows where to find free ware/economical software that will
calculate the surface area of an object defined by a closed curve saved
either as a bitmap or vector image? [more inside]
Converting videos with odd aspect ratios.
How can I convert a video to MPEG2 while maintaining the oddball aspect ratio? Much [more inside]
What happened to my Application Data folder?
Windows XP - My "Application Data" folder is still hidden even with the correct folder settings... [more inside]
Is there a log of activity on OS X?
Mac OS X - is there some sort of log on an iBook's hard drive showing when the machine was booted up and shut down, over the previous few weeks? The reason I ask is that I'm in the middle of a weird Ebay tussle. [more inside]
posted by chill at 3:41 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by chill at 3:41 AM PST - 6 comments
3DsMax website plugin to zoom, spin and tag
3D-filter
I need to know if there is some sort of web plugin that can show full 3dsMax creations on the web. Spin, Zoom and Tag, more info after the link... [more inside]
Where the WiFi?
Where can I find maps of wifi access points (free, hopefully) in major cities? [more inside]
January 14
LyricsFilter: "I'm a dope fiend and I'm on drugs. I got it from Rico the neighborhood thug..."
LyricsFilter: Anybody remember this song from the mid-90's? It goes: I'm a dope fiend and I'm on drugs. I got it from Rico the neighborhood thug...
What was the name of the song and who sung it?
posted by chalupa at 11:21 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by chalupa at 11:21 PM PST - 4 comments
Trader Joe's Product Origins
I love Trader Joe's products - everything from Joe's O's, liquid soap, to the Triple Ginger Snaps. How can I find who actually manufactures their food & non-food products? All labels just read "Sold & Dist. by Trader Joe's..." That's it!
What Amiga game did I have?
pediatricians & parents, tell me of toddler tonsils
our 2.5 yo son has giant tonsils and sleep apnea.
listening to his labored breathing hurts us.
contemplating a tonsilectomy on such a little guy hurts us, too.
anybody wanna weigh in?
tape information required
highly interesting question! 3M 810 tape. is it polypropelene or maybe acetate? or is acetate just the base for the adhesive? what is the thickness of the tape?
thanks
Help find a goofy movie in australia title...
I'm trying to figure out a movie title. The movie was set in Australia, where a guy is traveling by himself and meets a girl, falls in love, and she drugs him and when he wakes up he is married to her and living in a commune. The thing is no one ever leaves the commune, and they make dog food there. I've searched netflix, and imdb. Now hits. It had a goofy two word title. I just cannot remember it. Can someone help me?
Those MTV cabbie commercials.
Hey, remember those MTV commercials from the mid-90s with the creepy, sweaty cabbie? Who directed those? Who starred in them? [more inside]
Take a picture, it will last longer if its taken each day and put into a handy calendar format. Or so I hope.
In search of a for a template/program/anything that will let me upload daily photos in a day-calendar format. [more inside]
Why are so many anti-psychotic drugs prescribed?
I just read in the NYT that Zyprexa (an atypical anti-psychotic, used to treat schizophrenia and mania) is the fourth-most prescribed drug in the world. Other lists I've seen put similar drugs in the top-ten sellers. How can this be? Are there that many people suffering from these disorders compared to being medicated for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or any of a dozen other maladies I can think of that appear, on general observation, to be far more common? (And I don't believe, neccessarily, that this is simply doctors overprescribing - because, at least to me, that premise would mean overprescribing all drugs, not just the ones in question, right?)
Chromosomal 18q abnormality
A friend's 6 month old daughter has been diagnosed with chromosomal 18q deletion syndrome. I am asking for help with resources and personal experiences. What are the available management and treatment options? Contact points? [more inside]
How can I make blog entries appear in different ways besides stacked?
I want to set up my next blog similar to how Sploid! looked (www.sploid.com), or so that entries don't simply appear stacked, most recent first. Are there existing templates or codes available that could do this in Moveable Type, Word Press, or any other utility?
Automatic iPod Settings?
A fairly simple iPod/iTunes question—when I plug in the iPod, I would like the browser on iTunes to automatically be there (so I don't have to press apple + b), and I'd like it to be arranged by album, by year (so I don't have to click the "year" field every time). Is this possible? Is there a setting that I'm missing?
Designer Friendly Wiki Software
Which wiki software is most beautiful right out of the box? Which is the easiest to customize? [more inside]
Beauty and the Beast
Identify this weird art please. Painting of a woman being mounted by a dog (or horse)? [more inside]
How can I work out if a point x,y,z is contained by a cone ?
How can I work out if a point x,y,z is contained by a cone ? [more inside]
Recommendations for Clark/Ely/Hiatt/Lovett?
Last night, I attended a concert featuring Lyle Lovett, John Hiatt, Joe Ely, and Guy Clark. It was just the four of them and their guitars. It was awsome, and now I'm looking for recommendations. [more inside]
Writer's block :(
I am having problem writing more than 6 lines at a time. Any pointers: is it writing style, the pen, or something wrong with my wrist? [more inside]
In skin grafts, what happens to the place where they took the skin from?
When they do skin grafts on people, doesn't it just leave an equivalent 'hole' wherever they took the skin from? How does that work?
posted by chrismear at 5:03 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by chrismear at 5:03 PM PST - 9 comments
Enhance my day trip: Glendalough, Ireland
I'm in ireland, getting ready for the final leg of my trip tomorrow: Wicklow, Glendalough. Looks like we're going to miss the guided tour, and I think I'm alright with that, although this is a last minute plan, and it seems like an awfully big place... [more inside]
Job offer basics
What are things I need to know to ask and say when I receive a job offer? And, conversely, when I don't? [more inside]
posted by messylissa at 4:49 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by messylissa at 4:49 PM PST - 18 comments
how can i advise a youth-mentorship organization to be sensitive to the cultural and religious needs of its young participants and their parents?
how can i advise a youth-mentorship organization to be sensitive to the cultural and religious needs of its young participants and their parents? this Q applies to a very diverse group of kids. the issues i've noticed so far have specifically affected the muslim kids. [more inside]
posted by twistofrhyme at 4:09 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by twistofrhyme at 4:09 PM PST - 22 comments
Where can I find a tasty cup of Vietnamese iced coffee in New York City?
Where can I find a tasty cup of Vietnamese iced coffee in New York City? [more inside]
Indirect Google Image hits?
Why am I getting Google Image hits for an image that's not on my site? [more inside]
posted by bink at 2:19 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by bink at 2:19 PM PST - 6 comments
An ounce of prevention?
I'm flying to DC this week, and all of my travel sized containers are four ounces, not the 3 oz. specified in the TSA bulletin. I went shopping to try to find some more compliant containers, and everything I found was 4 oz. as well!!! The bottles are short, I'm only using 2 of them, and they easily fit into the quart-sized baggie. What are my chances, MeFi? Would I be courting trouble to use what I've got? [more inside]
posted by shelbaroo at 1:57 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by shelbaroo at 1:57 PM PST - 36 comments
Getting duration info from RealMedia w/o RealPlayer?
Is there any way to get the duration of a RealAudio/RealVideo stream using a command line tool (i.e. without having to launch RealPlayer)? In a perfect world, I'd like to pipe a list of RealAudio/Video links and get back a text list with the time lengths of each file. At all possible?
posted by gwint at 1:30 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by gwint at 1:30 PM PST - 1 comment
How to recover from frozen Finder and Word
Word and Finder have frozen on my Mac with a USB flash drive plugged in -- please help me save 8 hours worth of work! [more inside]
Engagement ring insurance
Help me insure my future fiancée's (I hope) engagement ring! [more inside]
How do I best get acquainted with my boyfriend's kids?
How do I best get acquainted, and develop a good relationship, with my boyfriends' kids? [more inside]
Boston PI?
Does anyone have a recommendation for a private investigator/detective in the Boston area? Any tips for finding the best one, or helpful experiences working with one to share? [more inside]
Stuck in a relationship with small child, love gone, what to do?
Stuck in a relationship with small child, love gone, what to do? [more inside]
Oxycodone after expiration date?
Is it safe to take a pill after it's expiration date? [more inside]
posted by lazaruslong at 1:06 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by lazaruslong at 1:06 PM PST - 20 comments
Inconsitent wireless DSL connectivity
Join me in trying to solve a wireless DSL modem mystery. As usual, there is [more inside]
Why does my UltimateTV box insist on connecting to WebTV?
I own one of the old Ultimate TV boxes for DirecTV. A few days ago, when the power winked out, the box rebooted and began trying to connect to WebTV. No matter what we do, the box wants to connect to WebTV, and won't let us view the menu for viewing our television programs. Why won't my UltimateTV box ignore its WebTV imperative and let me watch TV any more? [more inside]
It's like finding a sword in a haystack
Dear kind folks Ask Metafilter: I am Desperately seeking public domain/creative commons footage of knights fighting. [more inside]
Need labeler recommendation
I need a recommendation for a labeler for my home office. Must come with a plug, not only battery-powered. [more inside]
Is the internet "dumbing down" language?
Help me find evidence contrary to this analysis that claims the internet causes language to be "dumbed down". As Hemingway said: "Poor Faulkner. Does he really think big emotions come from big words?"
Books spawned from blogs?
I want a list of blogs that have been published as books. [more inside]
Did Fox tamper with Idiocracy?
I got my first chance to see Idiocracy last night, and I loved it, but I'm left wondering how well the film I watched reflects Mike Judge's intentions. [more inside]
What's big and red and doesn't seem to eat rocks anymore?
What happened to Phil Agre's Red Rock Eater News Service? [more inside]
How to have snow in Texas?
How practical(and I use the term loosely) is it to have snow shipped? I have a dear friend who was praying for snow on her birthday, but although it was looking hopeful, we are, in fact, in Texas. Could a large foam cooler, lined with dry ice, keep the snow not only frozen, but at least snow-ey enough to make snowballs?
Framing Papercuts?
DIY Framing - Double Sided w/ Chinese Paper Cuts? [more inside]
posted by prettyboyfloyd at 8:43 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by prettyboyfloyd at 8:43 AM PST - 7 comments
Azureus 2.5.0.2 + force seed = ?
Has the "force seed" option been removed from the latest version of Azureus (2.5.0.2)? It used to be a simple right-click away, but now I can't seem to locate it anywhere... (I've searched the Wiki.)
Oh to not have to jockey for time to brush my teeth.
Older house thread: Most older houses have one tiny little bathroom and no real closets to speak of. Help me figure out how to rectify that! [more inside]
That's not what I set the volume at!
Does anyone know anything about iMovie 3? I've just finished creating a project, and when I play through in iMovie it seems fine. However, when I export it, it's like the volume settings are completely ignored. Music that I set at 10% is actually playing at 100% and is overwhelming the dialogue. There doesn't seem to be anything in iMovie's documentation about this, so I'm stumped. What am I doing wrong?
Water leak at 4am, do I call my landlord now?
It's 4 am and I just woke up to a bathroom full of water. I'm renting in the Sierra's and it's been really cold, so one of the pipes burst and started leaking (the heat was on and I was home all day, though..). I called the emergency plumbers and they came to turn off the water. Now the situation is under control. How do I break this to my landlord? Should I call her now or can it wait till morning?
Moving to Hastings (UK)
We're seriously thinking of moving from Brighton (UK) just along the coast to Hastings. Anybody think this is a bad idea? [more inside]
posted by peterbl at 3:55 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by peterbl at 3:55 AM PST - 9 comments
. . . building a home network so cool, it's HOT.
Not-My-Walls-To-Cut-Through-Filter: Anyone have experience running Cat5 through HVAC ducts? [more inside]
posted by datacenter refugee at 12:24 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by datacenter refugee at 12:24 AM PST - 15 comments
January 13
What are these horror creatures?
What are these two terrifying invertebrates? [more inside]
posted by stammer at 11:57 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by stammer at 11:57 PM PST - 10 comments
Crazy port-forwarding setup
Complicated port-forwarding situation not working: ICS on Win 2000 into WRT54GL, trying to port-forward to uTorrent. [more inside]
posted by jacobsee at 11:14 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by jacobsee at 11:14 PM PST - 4 comments
Which compact multi-tool is best for my new IT job?
Which compact multi-tool is best for my new IT job? [more inside]
Do you live in an area with frequent earthquakes? Can you give some advice?
I've recently moved to San Francisco and experienced my first earthquake. During the very minor quake (so minor I thought it was a truck driving by for a second) I noticed one of my book shelves wobble. So I'm wondering: how can I protect collectibles and such from falling off/breaking in a more serious earthquake? [more inside]
posted by ebeeb at 9:21 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by ebeeb at 9:21 PM PST - 17 comments
Help me find an easy way to process credit cards automatically online.
Whats the easiest and most cost effective way to process credit cards online for a web service? [more inside]
Cooking classes in D.C.
Interesting cooking classes in Washington, D.C. proper? [more inside]
Christmas in Florence?
As a first-time visitor to Rome and Florence (and Venice?) at next Christmas and New Year's, what can I expect? What is a must-see attraction that might have special holiday hours?
My Ass is Killing Me!
I've recently been afflicted with hemorrhoids. What has worked the best for you guys? [more inside]
Is signing up for the military a legal "contract."
Is signing up for the military a legal "contract." [more inside]
Help me find recording software.
Ipod dock + Auxillary input?
What is a comparable alternative to this Bose iPod Model that also features auxillary audio input?
How can you send an autoreponse using Outlook?
How can our company use Outlook to send an autoresponse to all customers who email us? [more inside]
posted by Hartster at 4:31 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Hartster at 4:31 PM PST - 8 comments
Digital camera with pure software interface?
I need recommendations on a decent camera with a good software interface for a custom rig I may be building. [more inside]
Italians make pretty rings.
I'm trying to find an engagement ring like this one. [more inside]
posted by ztdavis at 3:56 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by ztdavis at 3:56 PM PST - 16 comments
Why is my macbook running slow?
Why is my new Mac acting so slow, and what can I do to fix it? [more inside]
posted by stresstwig at 3:32 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by stresstwig at 3:32 PM PST - 27 comments
Stupid ancient iMac.
I have one of those crappy old iMac G3s that is pink and looks like a piece of bubble gum and it won't turn on. Help? [more inside]
How do I get hotter water sooner?
Cure for the takes-too-long-for-our-water-to-heat-up blues? [more inside]
What determines the price you pay for Google Sponsored Links?
Is the price you pay for Google Sponsored links determined by simple supply-and-demand or is it determined by the the service/product being offered?
I miss my speadsheets!
Anonymous hosting company?
Can you recommend an anonymous web hosting company? [more inside]
posted by medusa at 2:36 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by medusa at 2:36 PM PST - 10 comments
Alternative to blogs?
I'm growing tired of blah blah blogs and bloggers. Where else can I get my daily fix for information? What is your alternative to blogs?
Cover songs on emusic.com
I just started a 14-day trial to emusic.com, have 49 downloads remaining, and I'm looking to fill a playlist with cover songs. [more inside]
posted by icontemplate at 1:54 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by icontemplate at 1:54 PM PST - 18 comments
my travel mug stinks.
Anyone know how can I make my travel coffee mug not stink of old coffee?
I have a fancy, semi-new travel mug made of some almost indestructible hard plastic. It's great, except for the surprisingly strong stink of old coffee and cream, which seems to have permeated it permanently. This is particularly a problem with the soft plastic seal around the lid. [more inside]
Help the electronics newb
Help an electronics newb with his quest to make a cable and learn a little bit about electronics on the way. [more inside]
posted by crypticgeek at 1:01 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by crypticgeek at 1:01 PM PST - 13 comments
Where we should move?
Looking for suggestions to help us decide where to move.
My wife, daughter (2yrs old) and I presently live in Atlanta, GA. We are interesting in moving and were interested in getting some opinions. [more inside]
Homesickness at home.
Nasal congestion on waking... A few possible causes, but a lot of them are ruled out. [more inside]
posted by tmcw at 12:52 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by tmcw at 12:52 PM PST - 13 comments
Can I show copyrighted images to a class?
Am I breaking copyright by showing digital images of sections of a book to a class? [more inside]
posted by Cuke at 12:33 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Cuke at 12:33 PM PST - 7 comments
Is there anyone who is attracted to no one?
Do people ever exist who lack any attraction toward any other human being? [more inside]
Adding a new HDD to an old PC
I want to put a new HDD in an old PC and would like to know how. (But please teach me to fish...) [more inside]
posted by Busy Old Fool at 12:22 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Busy Old Fool at 12:22 PM PST - 17 comments
Source for Japanese Cookware
Is there a good on-line source for Japanese cookware in the U.S.? Things like dropped lids and a tofu press are what I'm looking for, not cute sushi sets, etc.
Used Computer Snafu
My mother just sold my family's old computer without zeroing the hard drive. How concerned should I be? [more inside]
Recommend the perfect cookbook
If you could only cook recipes from one cookbook ever again, which cookbook would you choose? I'm looking to slim down my large, useless cookbook collection and instead invest in one or two that have lots of cookable, consistently good and useful recipes.
How Can You Get Rid of Banner Ads? Especially Animated Ones?
How can you stop banner ads from animating? Or just remove them altogether? [more inside]
Children's Books with a Female Main Character?
Any recommendations for children's books featuring little girls? [more inside]
PHP MySQL database creator
There are so many ideas I can think of for websites, but don't have the full skills (or time to learn the skills) to generate the Php/Mysql code and interaction. Is there a good application that can create the coding and website for me, if I give it the right information?
If you don’t use it, you lose it?
Where has my sex drive gone? [more inside]
If & how to leave things to friends in your will?
I am rewriting my will. I would love some advice on whether and/or how to "leave things" to (close) friends. [more inside]
Background check: am I doomed?
Did I permanently screw up my work history? Last summer I worked a string of three dead-end jobs, none of which lasted more than two weeks. One was a contractor position; the other two were regular jobs that withdrew taxes and social security on a regular basis. I was broke, desperate, and depressed at the time. [more inside]
help me get rid of flying squirrels
how do i get rid of flying squirrels? [more inside]
Right click, save link target as?
FirefoxMp3Filter: Why are clicked mp3s opening in Quicktime instead of giving me an option to save? [more inside]
posted by bullitt 5 at 8:21 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by bullitt 5 at 8:21 AM PST - 6 comments
Help me output a list of files in a directory to Excel or HTML...
How can I output a list of files in a specified folder, including certain file attributes (i.e. date created, date modified, etc), to a HTML or spreadsheet file? I'm using Windows XP. [more inside]
posted by gwenzel at 8:17 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by gwenzel at 8:17 AM PST - 11 comments
Down payment blues
I am looking to buy a house in the next 2 years or so. Should I (a) suspend payments to my 401(k) and build up my after-tax cash reserves, or (b) keep making my regular contributions, and borrow against the balance when the time is right? [more inside]
Jewelry torch for apartment?
Recommendations on a jewelry torch for an apartment? [more inside]
quirks mode
AJAX filter: I'm trying to repopulate the contents of a SELECT element, sounds simple but the damndest thing keeps happening. Every time I update this SELECT element in IE7, it shrinks by about 10px, until it finally disappears from the page entirely! [more inside]
posted by whoojemaflip at 6:25 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by whoojemaflip at 6:25 AM PST - 10 comments
Work for a English-speaking nurse in Madrid?
Work for an English-speaking nurse in Madrid? [more inside]
Should I bathe my cats?
January 12
help me sing less like elvis costello.
i sing. i have never been trained. it has been noted by a number of people that i sing very loudly. i have a question about proper singing. [more inside]
posted by radiosilents at 11:58 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by radiosilents at 11:58 PM PST - 19 comments
My memory ain't speakin'.
I need some help finding a short Nabokov passage. I've exhausted Amazon's Search Inside feature as well as my ability to Google. [more inside]
posted by Ian A.T. at 11:57 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Ian A.T. at 11:57 PM PST - 5 comments
Strange Jaw Problem
There's something wrong with my jaw: whenever I move it to the left or clench my teeth, I feel something bone-like moving in my ear. [more inside]
posted by archagon at 11:30 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by archagon at 11:30 PM PST - 18 comments
I'd love to share a childhood book with my son.
Childhood book; can anyone help me figure this one out? I'm trying to find the name of a little remembered book, probably from the late '70s. About a child who wished all his food would turn to candy. It did, and at first he enjoys candy green beans, etc., but by the end he decides it's not such a great thing.
Heard of the song, "Un Beso Es Todo?"
Friends want to find the song, "Un Beso Es Todo" for their wedding. Know where I can find a recording/sheet music/mention of this song? [more inside]
Help me find a shirt I saw in a movie. :
Is there a way I can find out what shirt a character in a movie was wearing and where I can get it? [more inside]
Is David Lynch generous to fans?
[DavidLynchFilter] I'm going to be able to see David Lynch as part of a screening for his new movie this Sunday. Does he sign autographs? Will he pose with you for pictures? [more inside]
posted by cowbellemoo at 9:41 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by cowbellemoo at 9:41 PM PST - 15 comments
Should I buy a tuxedo?
Is buying a tux worth it? I've got a black tailored suit already, but I'm attending a "black tie" wedding in less than two months, and starting to think I might get enough mileage out of a tux to make it worthwhile. As they say, it pays for itself if you wear it twice. [more inside]
Do they sell low-flavor drink mixes to add to water?
Do they sell low-flavor drink mixes to add to water? I love Aquafina's Flavor Splash water, but they don't have it in the vending machine at work. I can't stand the plain bottled water they do sell. Does anyone sell powder mix that can be added to water that doesn't turn it into a super sweet, heavily flavored drink? Stuff like Crystal Lite is too strong of a flavor.
To what extent do major companies play to regional audiences?
I've noticed that lots of major nationwide American companies sell special "Texas" items here in Texas. Do they do they personalize stuff for other states? [more inside]
posted by magikker at 6:46 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by magikker at 6:46 PM PST - 41 comments
Why would formatting be suppressed on all html pages on a particular computer?
Why would formatting be suppressed on all html pages on a particular computer? [more inside]
What to do in Naples Florida?
Naples/Fort Myers tomorrow! I'm going to be in Naples and Fort Myers Florida for the long weekend. I plan to head down to the Everglades for a day and also maybe some scuba diving. If there are any natives or anybody who's visited the area I'd appreciate some 'must visits'!
posted by substrate at 6:27 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by substrate at 6:27 PM PST - 6 comments
But I Don't Need It To Fit Under A Wetsuit
I am in search of a great tuxedo shirt. [more inside]
posted by rossination at 5:46 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by rossination at 5:46 PM PST - 8 comments
Where to buy a new battery for a 2-year-old cell phone?
Where should I buy a battery for a 2-year-old cell phone? My LG VX6100 is down to 48 hours of standby time, and I'd prefer not to get a new phone (and renew my cell carrier contract) right now. But a compatible battery does not seem to be available from a small handful of trustworthy sources, only from dozens of anonymous cell phone accessory stores. I'm wary of lousy or simply fake cell phone battery stores selling refurbished or used batteries as if they were new. Does anyone know of any reputable sources of new cell phone batteries for old phones? [more inside]
Lost Keys Help!
My friends lost the keys to their 1999 Toyota Sienna. They were told that they can't just get a new key made, so they'll need to pay $1500 for a new computer for the van. Are there other less expensive options? Thanks in advance!
posted by GoshND at 4:38 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by GoshND at 4:38 PM PST - 9 comments
What is the technical reason why can't I migrate my Blogger account?
What is the technical reason why can't I migrate my Blogger account? [more inside]
posted by feelinglistless at 4:21 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by feelinglistless at 4:21 PM PST - 9 comments
Gestalt for Dummies
English, non-cliched way to say gestalt/forest for the trees/see the big picture? [more inside]
posted by Gucky at 4:18 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Gucky at 4:18 PM PST - 11 comments
Recipe for Kua Gai?
RecipeFilter: How can I make the Thai dish Kua Gai? [more inside]
posted by olinerd at 4:11 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by olinerd at 4:11 PM PST - 7 comments
My friend is trying to finish his album on pro tools but is running out of hard drive space.
My friend is trying to finish his album on pro tools but is running out of hard drive space. [more inside]
posted by phaedon at 4:03 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by phaedon at 4:03 PM PST - 11 comments
Lycopene? Yes.
What's a good sweet tasting canned tomato for creating a nice marinara? No salt added and/or organic would be ideal.
Yeah, so, who is this David Beckham guy anyway?!?
David Beckham is coming - I'm a huge sports fan, but like most Americans, I'm quite ignorant when it comes to soccer. I'll have to admit that the hype is getting to me and I want to a little more about this David Beckham fellow.... [more inside]
posted by punkrockrat at 3:42 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by punkrockrat at 3:42 PM PST - 36 comments
Watery Mud d'eBay...?
Why does a brand-new bottle of cologne smell very different (and not in a good way) from a small sample vial of the same? i just bought a bottle of Terre d'Hermes (which I think is wonderful, and great on me) based on how great the sample vial I got on eBay smelled. The "real thing" is a lot less sharp and the layers are a lot muddier. It actually smells like it could be a knockoff! WTF? (a little more inside) [more inside]
posted by dmaterialized at 3:40 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by dmaterialized at 3:40 PM PST - 11 comments
How do I make my own keyboard shortcut in Outlook 2003?
How do I add my own keyboard shortcut to Outlook 2003? [more inside]
What's the deal with EVERYTIME?
What's the deal with "everytime?" Is it one word or two? [more inside]
Game design software advice needed
Help me help my students design video games. [more inside]
Custom maps for reports
What's the best way to make maps like this and this for use in a report. The images generated by Google, etc are all a bit rubbish looking. Bonus points for free/cheapware or webapps.
WTF Mac?!
What is going on with my display? Some kind of "pan-and-scan" effect has been switched on and it's making me seasick. [more inside]
posted by lekvar at 1:34 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by lekvar at 1:34 PM PST - 7 comments
if I must drink, what may I drink?
Trying to stay healthy this year, eat right and get to the gym 5-6 days per week. But, if I must drink, what may I drink? [more inside]
posted by Tommy Gnosis at 1:17 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by Tommy Gnosis at 1:17 PM PST - 25 comments
quites possibly the coolest christmas present ever.
I have an Epiphone 12-string from the early 70s. How do I find its year of manufacture/model/worth? [more inside]
posted by tylermoody at 1:02 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by tylermoody at 1:02 PM PST - 10 comments
timed screen grabs of web page image
Is there a Mac application out there that will take a screen shot of a web page graphic that changes frequently? Something that will run in the background (grabbing then adding to a folder) once I set the URL?
Why is it that when it starts to rain, some blocks of concrete sidewalk are completely soaked, while others appear to be completely dry?
Why is it that when it starts to rain, some blocks of concrete sidewalk are completely soaked, while others appear to be completely dry? [more inside]
Domain controller issues.....
What is that windows command line command for finding out which domain controller your particular Windows XP workstation authenticated too? [more inside]
posted by stevyb at 12:05 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by stevyb at 12:05 PM PST - 3 comments
Print Service API
I'm looking for a printing company/service that has an API to send photos to, or other sort of commercial integration. Googling print/printer/photo API's turns up the wrong kind of printers. This is a small project but may get larger, and I can't do the printing myself but the rest I've got in hand. Anyone know of such a thing?
jBoss noob questions
My new boss is suggesting we transition the current homebrewed corporate intranet to jBoss. Help. [more inside]
posted by Devidicus at 10:22 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Devidicus at 10:22 AM PST - 8 comments
Washable food jar?
We have this food jar, and we hate it. The lid must be pried apart for cleaning, and it isn't easy to do. We want a soup-safe, insulated food jar we can just pop in the dishwasher for cleaning, but this seems to be an impossible dream. Any recommendations?
Do many Muslim men have foot fetishes?
The Burquini thread got me to thinking about fetishes among Muslims. There is [more inside]
posted by Ynoxas at 9:52 AM PST - 38 comments
posted by Ynoxas at 9:52 AM PST - 38 comments
"A witty saying proves nothing." - Voltaire
My girlfriend needs a quote of needs 25 words or less to summarize her college experience! Hope me to hope her, Mr. A. Metafilter! [more inside]
posted by TheNewWazoo at 9:41 AM PST - 35 comments
posted by TheNewWazoo at 9:41 AM PST - 35 comments
My monitor won't display anything
Why does my monitor randomly give out on me? Furthermore, why does it say "NO VIDEO INPUT" when I turn it on after starting my computer up? [more inside]
how not to accept the wrong job
Italian GSM card in US phone - PAC and PIN?
My sister is in Italy - and is trying to use an italian (Wind) SIM card in her American cingular GSM phone. It's asking her for a PAC and PIN number - which she doesn't know. What does she do? [more inside]
Where Do We Go When We Die?
What are some religions or philosophies that teach that at death (or any other time) one's discrete soul is absorbed into a greater entity such as God and so the individual is no more?
Resources for headhunting and recruiting professionals
I'm looking for resources (books, online, other) on recruiting and headhunting. [more inside]
Direct digital video extraction
I need to purchase a digital video camera for research into compression algorithms. The professor would like to extract the raw video stream from the camera, before it goes through any post-processing. The budget is thousands, not tens of thousands. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by donpardo at 8:39 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by donpardo at 8:39 AM PST - 7 comments
How to design a performance-based bonus plan that works
Help me help my manager design my bonus plan. [more inside]
posted by syzygy at 8:31 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by syzygy at 8:31 AM PST - 3 comments
Where to go dancing in Manhattan?
I’d like to go dancing in Manhattan this Saturday night. The question is, where? [more inside]
What is the name of this book?
Help me figure out the name of this book! [more inside]
posted by lilybeane at 8:19 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by lilybeane at 8:19 AM PST - 12 comments
Small amount of money: stock, or cash?
Is holding a small amount of money in the form of insurance stock a smart move for a mid-20s grad student? [more inside]
Home Buying Hidden Costs
Help me budget for buying our first home. [more inside]
Your fund did not outperform its benchmark...
Fund benchmarks vs. the fund itself. How do I invest in my fund's benchmark rather than the fund itself? [more inside]
Physics from a distance?
Two semester introductory physics series from abroad? [more inside]
Build a lockpick from common office items?
Locked-out of my house, help me build some lock-picking tools from common office items. [more inside]
posted by jsonic at 7:01 AM PST - 39 comments
posted by jsonic at 7:01 AM PST - 39 comments
Do we need a financial planner?
Because we are looking to buy our first home in the next few months, my husband and I want someone with more knowledge to help us figure out our financial situation - where we're at and where we should aim to be. I am not sure if what we're looking for is a financial planner, or if this is even really necessary to do before we go home shopping. My worry is that most financial planners (if that's even what we'd want) seem to be focused solely on retirement planning & investing. I'm not sure if that's what we need. [more inside]
posted by tastybrains at 6:46 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by tastybrains at 6:46 AM PST - 7 comments
Honest Garage in Miami?
This morning my car (95 Altima) wouldn't start. Seems like an ignition problem. Are there any honest auto repair shops I can take it to here in Miami (the closer to the intersection of Red and 8th the better)?
posted by 7878ponce at 6:05 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by 7878ponce at 6:05 AM PST - 6 comments
Help me get in focus.
What's the best camera 200-300 dollars can buy? [more inside]
What do the Japanese eat for breakfast?
What do the Japanese eat for breakfast in Tokyo? [more inside]
Best free XP backup/restore software?
Best free backup-recovery software for Windows XP Home? [more inside]
posted by rxrfrx at 4:52 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by rxrfrx at 4:52 AM PST - 8 comments
How to configure second router as acces point?
How do I configure a second wireless router as a wireless access point, and have computers on both routers talk to each other? [more inside]
posted by psmealey at 3:42 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by psmealey at 3:42 AM PST - 3 comments
UW IMAP mailbox compacting
UW IMAP stores inboxes in /var/spool/mail/[username]. When I delete mail from my inbox (using Apple Mail), a copy of the message is left behind in that file, and it gets huge, even though it appears to have actually been removed from my inbox. Is there any way to prevent this happening, or at least to compact it?
posted by cillit bang at 1:38 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by cillit bang at 1:38 AM PST - 10 comments
January 11
If not Vicodin, then ... what?
[HouseMDFilter] What *are* the options for treating addiction in patients with severe chronic pain? (Spoilers for the January 9th episode and [more inside]
posted by spaceman_spiff at 10:55 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by spaceman_spiff at 10:55 PM PST - 16 comments
Wiping out the debt
Is it better to pay off all my debts, or keep the debts and invest the money I would have paid them off with? [more inside]
posted by Jimbob at 10:04 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by Jimbob at 10:04 PM PST - 24 comments
What is the best way to figure out death rates in major cities and in the armed forces?
What is the best way to figure out death rates in major cities and in the armed forces? [more inside]
posted by jaybeans at 9:22 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by jaybeans at 9:22 PM PST - 7 comments
Driving with parking brake?
Car driven with parking brake on; how badly am I screwed? [more inside]
posted by commander_cool at 9:12 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by commander_cool at 9:12 PM PST - 23 comments
No, it never has been on the level...
How to run an online poker night?
I'm looking for a way to have an online poker night with friends who don't live near me. [more inside]
Should we fly or drive from Indiana to Florida?
Overseas visitors planning to travel from Chicago to Orlando in the US. Which will be less hassle/expense, driving or flying? (Are one-way car rentals *really* that expensive?!) [more inside]
How much does a typical stove-top oven weigh?
How much does a typical stove-top oven weigh? [more inside]
posted by bingwah at 7:30 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by bingwah at 7:30 PM PST - 5 comments
Any tips for hiking safely among cows (and bulls?)?
Any tips for hiking safely among cows (and bulls?)? [more inside]
I don't think they'd be that distracting, honestly.
The back window of my car has little defrosting wires running through it to keep it clear in snowy weather. Why doesn't my windshield?
posted by boo_radley at 6:40 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by boo_radley at 6:40 PM PST - 22 comments
Should I finish my second major?
I'm currently a senior undergrad planning on graduating in May. My majors are biology and history, but I'll be working in finance after graduation with a large firm in NYC (and I already have a job lined up). After meeting with an advisor this week, I realized that the "perspective classes" (classes outside my majors that are required for graduation) I had taken to complete the requirements for my bachelors of science in biology are different from those required for my bachelors of arts in history. [more inside]
Writers Workshop Experiences?
I’m considering attending a two-week live in writers workshop, but I have no real idea what to expect. Before I take the plunge and submit my application, I’d love to hear from others who have attended such things – good times? Too much chatter, not enough writing? [more inside]
posted by korej at 5:18 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by korej at 5:18 PM PST - 7 comments
No one likes DVDs anymore!
Eek my pot
I burned some quince on my stovetop. The sugar from the fruit makes the stickiest black goo when burned. Do I have any chance of getting it off?
Moving average calculation algorithm?
How can I efficiently and elegantly calculate a rolling sum of count-of-events in a time period from a list of event times? [more inside]
posted by dmd at 4:43 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by dmd at 4:43 PM PST - 10 comments
Baseline specs for downloading pr0n
Advice would be greatly appreciated on purchasing a laptop.
The laptop im using is dying, i want to replace it but im not that up on technical specs and the like. [more inside]
Money money money money.
Help me find an accountant / money manager in Los Angeles who kicks ass. [more inside]
posted by donguanella at 4:04 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by donguanella at 4:04 PM PST - 5 comments
Mystery split-screen film
Can you help identify this split-screen movie? It's from at least 8 years ago, featuring a man, his wife/girlfriend, and their baby. Detailed description inside. [more inside]
posted by shortfuse at 3:47 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by shortfuse at 3:47 PM PST - 2 comments
I got rhythm, I got musi--well, not quite.
I've got an audition for a vocal jazz group tomorrow afternoon and I need a alto-friendly jazz standard to sing. [more inside]
posted by thisjax at 3:46 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by thisjax at 3:46 PM PST - 24 comments
How to disable adblocker
How do I stop the adblocker on IE 7 or Firefox? [more inside]
posted by JayRwv at 3:43 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by JayRwv at 3:43 PM PST - 4 comments
Construction Software Package
What software package is good for heavy construction that includes most aspects of the construction process? [more inside]
Please help revive my PC!
Please help me figure out what’s wrong with my PC. [more inside]
How to transfer a domain away from a registrar that doesn't want to?
A client has a domain registered through a registrar that is (at best) unresponsive. We need to transfer it away from this registrar, but cannot get authorization. What now? [more inside]
posted by disclaimer at 3:09 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by disclaimer at 3:09 PM PST - 12 comments
usb vs external drive from mac to pc
Why can I use a usb drive interchangeably between my Mac and PC, but not an external drive? [more inside]
posted by horsemuth at 2:23 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by horsemuth at 2:23 PM PST - 8 comments
I think I broke my vagina.
[FemaleMasturbationFilter] Is it possible for a healthy twentysomething to hurt herself while masturbating, but not actually hurt-hurt? Boys don't read, you'll get heebed. Somewhat gross [more inside]
Looking to collect signed film score sheet music
I'm looking for nice looking sheet music to start a signed collection. Don't worry, there is [more inside]
Why did my muscles turn to jello on the Equator?
Equatorial physics filter: Please help explain (or debunk) the following three experiment results conducted on the equator. [more inside]
Salvage my car?
Salvage title or new-to-me car? I rear-ended the car in front of me at about 15 mph (I was passing on the left and he stopped suddenly), hitting my front right side on his left rear bumper. My headlight and blinker were pushed straight back and the hood slightly accordioned. [more inside]
posted by ilyanassa at 1:55 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by ilyanassa at 1:55 PM PST - 10 comments
Is there objective proof of psychic phenomenon or what??
Is there any scientific evidence to support the existence of psychic phenomenon? [more inside]
What cocktail goes with pizza?
What cocktail can I make in advance and serve at a party for thirty-somethings that will go well with pizza? [more inside]
posted by onlyconnect at 1:30 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by onlyconnect at 1:30 PM PST - 31 comments
Is all water created equally?
PhysicsFilter: A room (at room temp) has two identical cups of water in it. The water in one cup is +10 degrees over room temp, the other is -10 degrees. Left alone, will they reach room temp at the same time? [more inside]
Save Christmas with Your Audio Advice!
Audio/Video help needed - suggest small mic to help me fight Canon Elura 100 (evil) motor hum! (Help me love my Christmas gift!) [more inside]
What's this book about? And should I burn it?
Does anyone out in MetaLand own (or has read) a book by Bernt Engelmann called Deutschland ohne Juden (Germany without Jews)? If so, please can you tell me what it's about, specifically, is it offensive (Holocaust denial, anti-Semitic, that kind of thing)? [more inside]
Is it unreasonable to put a contingency lawyer on a budget?
Is it unreasonable to put a lawyer on a budget? [more inside]
posted by nakedcodemonkey at 12:37 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by nakedcodemonkey at 12:37 PM PST - 21 comments
What's a good, off the shelf CMS for newspaper/magazine publishing?
What's a good, off the shelf CMS for newspaper/magazine publishing? [more inside]
Boss Management?
How to explain company problems to bosses? [more inside]
posted by emptyinside at 12:15 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by emptyinside at 12:15 PM PST - 19 comments
Burnin' Up For Some Burmese
Are there any Burmese restaurants in the Toronto area? [more inside]
TNT Fitness?
Is burning silica gel dangerous?
Last week at a friends house we were sitting around a nice fire, when my brother found one of those silica gel packets, and (stupidly) threw it in. The room almost immediately filled with noxious fumes, and our throats hurt for a couple days afterwards. What happened when that silica burned, and was any permanent damage done?
BOOM HEADSHOT on older hardware?
I need suggestions on older games for an upcoming LAN party. [more inside]
Photography Book: Good Idea or Bad?
Photography / Gallery / Book Filter: I am a amateur photographer in the process of building up gallery shows and the like. Can I create a book to show my work? Is this acceptable to most galleries? MORE INSIDE [more inside]
Love that dirty water ...
First time in Boston ... there's [more inside]
Movie: Beach house, kid in attic, murder
Please identify this movie: Woman owns beach house, rents it out to people. She keeps her son locked up in the attic for some reason. He comes down the stairs in the closet and murders the people who rent the beach house. Apprently he does this more than once over the course of the film. [more inside]
posted by cosmicbandito at 10:47 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by cosmicbandito at 10:47 AM PST - 7 comments
See my movie--check out my eclectic musical taste.
Self conciously hip soundtracks-- how far back does this go? [more inside]
posted by zeraus at 10:31 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by zeraus at 10:31 AM PST - 27 comments
Ziggy Stardust live?
Okay, this is probably the most farfetched thing ever proposed, but. I have really needed the 1973(?) performance of Ziggy Stardust by David Bowie that's on YouTube here.
Could anyone possibly have it?!
Finding Found Footage
Looking for examples of two types of found footage film/ compilation video. [more inside]
Will raising my computer up off the floor really help?
Some tech guy once told my wife that leaving your computer tower on the floor will destroy it. His solution was to raise the tower up an inch or two off the floor. That's the part I doubt. I know computers suck in a lot of dust. Does raising them up that little bit really help much? [more inside]
Writer's Market: What's the big hairy deal?
Writers: What's so great about Writer's Market? [more inside]
Cisco non-root bridges not connecting using 802.11A.
Our small non-profit is trying to deploy some Cisco wireless bridges between buildings. Will a non-root bridge's radio show up as disabled if it cannot associate with the root-bridge?
Scenario:
Root Bridge on main building (Cisco 1240AG) - using 802.11A
2 satelite buildings have Cisco 1240AG Bridges in non-root mode using 802.11A
Radio status on root-bridge is up
Radio status on two non-root bridges is down
Using 802.11A patch antennas and RP-TNC LMR-400 cabling to antennas from AP. No run is over 50'. All antennas are line-of-sight and longest antenna to antenna run is 500'.
posted by bloodniece at 9:46 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by bloodniece at 9:46 AM PST - 8 comments
are there accepted standards for web design?
I was wondering if there are some accepted, current standards or design guidelines for web applications.
In particular, I'm wondering about such things as target screen resolution (i.e., don't go wider than 800 pixels), color depth (make everything work at 256 colors), color choices (stick to things like 0xXXYYZZ, where X Y and Z are one of 0, 3, 6, 9, C, and F).
specific answers or pointers to resources are much appreciated.
posted by davidvan at 9:45 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by davidvan at 9:45 AM PST - 6 comments
re-installing a modified greasemonkey script
I installed a greasemonkey script and it works perfectly, but I want to tweak it slightly. [more inside]
How should I preserve my articles?
How should I be keeping my published articles/writing samples? [more inside]
posted by maxreax at 9:37 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by maxreax at 9:37 AM PST - 7 comments
How do I stop extreme night hunger pains that completely disappear in the morning?
How do I stop extreme night hunger pains that completely disappear in the morning? [more inside]
How do I see it ALL???
Google: Is there any way to see all 35k results for a search term in video.google.com instead of just the first 500 or so? At some point, clicking on the following page of results, Google yields a blank page.
What would you do with a cardboard tube?
So I have a buttload of cardboard tubes...what can I do with them? [more inside]
posted by Totally Zanzibarin' Ya at 8:34 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by Totally Zanzibarin' Ya at 8:34 AM PST - 32 comments
Function or fashion?
Expensive dress shirts share some common features. Function or fashion? [more inside]
posted by racingjs at 8:34 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by racingjs at 8:34 AM PST - 9 comments
Fix my headphones or let them die?
My venerable Sony MDR-V500DJ headphones have finally, after 6 years, lost sound in the left ear. Is there a way I can repair the cord and the now faulty wiring? [more inside]
And now for something completely different
My partner and I are tired of getting beat up by institutions that ask us to do good and pay us little. We want a change! [more inside]
posted by MasonDixon at 8:28 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by MasonDixon at 8:28 AM PST - 25 comments
Beep goes the iMac.
What is that "return from sleep" beep my iMac makes, and why does it do it randomly? [more inside]
Old Games within New Games
Hidden in the video game Pitfall the Mayan Adventure for the Super Nintendo was the entire Atari 2600 version of the original Pitfall. Are there any other examples in the gaming world of an older version of a game being hidden in a newer version or sequel? [more inside]
Why has my garlic gone blue?
Pickling garlic has turned it blue - will it be toxic? [more inside]
posted by patricio at 6:56 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by patricio at 6:56 AM PST - 9 comments
windows file manager for folders with hundreds of millions of files
Can anyone recommend a file manager for windows that can handle directories with hundreds of millions of folders/files?
posted by yeoz at 6:41 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by yeoz at 6:41 AM PST - 6 comments
fresh air from the flue
I try to protect my health inside my abode by allowing access to outside air at all times, even in extreme temperatures. When my fireplace is not in use, I keep the flue open anyway, for that purpose. My question is: If the fireplace *is* in use, will the open flu serve the same purpose, or do I need to open a window as well?
Does reaching the FDIC limit matter?
Does being over the FDIC $100,000 for your savings account really mean anything or signal any kind of financial danger? [more inside]
Firefox vs. BonEcho
Is there a difference between BonEcho and Firefox 2.01? Also, why do both programs check from plugin updates EVERY time I load either program? [more inside]
posted by bronxteacher at 5:03 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by bronxteacher at 5:03 AM PST - 6 comments
How to kill January mosquitoes in Brooklyn?
How do I rid my Brooklyn apartment of mosquitoes--in JANUARY?! [more inside]
Driving Miami to Oklahoma City need help
Need to drive to Oklahoma City this weekend from Miami, need some help....
Will be helping my son with the driving over there ( he will be training at the FAA air traffic control center at the airport)
Because of the short notice,FAA housing is not available at this time so he would have to stay at a motel nearby.
If any of you have done the trip, please pass on your driving routes and any helpful suggestions.
Also if you could recommend some short term stays near the airport and if there are any bad neighborhoods in the area to avoid.
Thanks!
turn off radiators in unused rooms?
How can I turn off a hot-water radiator to avoid heating a room I never use? [more inside]
posted by stupidsexyFlanders at 3:52 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by stupidsexyFlanders at 3:52 AM PST - 20 comments
How long have I been doing this?
Is there a way to analyse calendar (iCal) data that I've accumulated over the past year? For Example, Total hours spent doing X, or Total hours spent in Category A. [more inside]
January 10
Buying an LCD tv.
Pedestrian-friendly, family travel destinations?
I'm looking for recommendations on vacation destinations that are family-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and have a great public transportation system. Also looking for package deals, guided tours, etc. anything that will make planning this vacation as easy as possible! (Will be travelling during spring break, but we don't want to go to the beach.) [more inside]
posted by lychee at 10:21 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by lychee at 10:21 PM PST - 20 comments
Paris, London, Switzerland in a week - recommendations?
I want to do Paris/daytrips (1-2 days), Switzerland (4-5 days), and London/daytrips (1-2 days), all late this January. I'll be traveling alone. I'd love some advice. [more inside]
Royal Rebellion?
Historically, has there been a member of Royal blood that, for either philosophical, political or religious reasons eschewed the royal lifestyle and struck out on their own? [more inside]
posted by Ufez Jones at 10:04 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by Ufez Jones at 10:04 PM PST - 39 comments
Spill your beans and save my stomach!
What is the "shelf-life" of my homemade mixed-bean salad? Ingredients, recipes, and other curiosities follow, so please check out [more inside]
SharePoint in software developement...
Using SharePoint in a huge software development shop?? [more inside]
broken sliding window theory
The sliding window in my bedroom is stuck, and it is very cold outside. How can I put it right? [more inside]
posted by wolfsleepy at 8:50 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by wolfsleepy at 8:50 PM PST - 8 comments
MLK in SA?
Why does San Antonio, Texas host the largest Martin Luther King, Jr. march? [more inside]
Watch Cable TV on a MacBook?
Can I watch and record Cable TV on a Mac? [more inside]
location, location, location?
I'm considering moving to a new apartment with a better location but fewer amenities. Am I going to regret this? [more inside]
How did a slice of bread give me a shock?
I recently received a static or electric shock from a slice of bread and I am curious how this happened. [more inside]
as bad as spam, maybe worse.
We're having a seriously annoying (snail)mail issue. Help! [more inside]
posted by fidgets at 6:00 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by fidgets at 6:00 PM PST - 16 comments
Where to find ski travel deals?
What do you do when you are tired of the blank facades presented by Expida, Orbitz or Cheap seats?
Where do you go to get the low down on travel deals, alpine skiing specifically? The when and where to get the best prices, the how and why when it comes to finding package deals on deep discount?
I'd like to call Dr. Henry Jekyll to the witness stand.
When representing yourself in court, how do you call yourself as a witness? [more inside]
posted by Doofus Magoo at 5:49 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Doofus Magoo at 5:49 PM PST - 10 comments
How to lock Firefox in fullscreen mode?
How can I lock Firefox open in fullscreen mode so that unless you do some hotkey, no one can get at anything else (including Ctrl-Alt-Del and Alt-Tab) [more inside]
finding nemo
I need a recommendation for a freshwater aquarium fish that meets certain criteria. [more inside]
posted by xo at 5:14 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by xo at 5:14 PM PST - 22 comments
'Cause the rear-view ain't doin' it for me.
I want automotive radar in my Subaru. Where can I buy such a unit from somebody as a turn-key (I want programming interfaces, too)? Failing that, where do I get a narrow-band phased-array radar-frequency beamformer module?
Going home...apartments in Portland?
I grew up in Salem and Portland, Oregon. My family moved to Wisconsin as a teenager. Now, finally as an adult, I'm moving back home to Portland (yay!). [more inside]
posted by ugf at 4:49 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by ugf at 4:49 PM PST - 13 comments
Vacation Filter - Panama City, Panama
I'm going to Panama for a short (6 days) trip and am looking for recommendations for how to spend my time. [more inside]
It feels kinda weird doing either, actually.
Long johns: Are you supposed to wear them accompanying underwear, or as underwear?
Just some guy.
Recommend and/or help me locate some masks. [more inside]
How safe is Downtown Denver?
How safe is downtown Denver? [more inside]
Formatted movie data availability?
I'm working on a site that requires a movie database. Help me find formatted data! [more inside]
posted by null terminated at 3:39 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by null terminated at 3:39 PM PST - 11 comments
Detecting coffee spiked with xanax?
Can xanax dissolved in coffee be detected by a regular urine test? There's some background information on the question inside. [more inside]
Invincible bandwidth monitor?
Could there be a virus downloading from my computer that cannot be detected by a bandwidth monitor? [more inside]
>shift_broken
I've "broken" the shift key on my 14" iBook. Don't ask how. What do I do now? [more inside]
posted by Deathalicious at 2:44 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Deathalicious at 2:44 PM PST - 15 comments
grep sed or awk me some values
I want grep (or sed or awk) to return a word between two "bookend" words. [more inside]
Lifestyles of the rich and stupid?
What are some of the stupid things rich and famous people have spent their money on? I know about Michael Jackson and his ten AIBOs, for example. What are some other examples? Actors, politicians, athletes, past and present — tell me about their excesses. [This is lazyweb research for a future article.]
Syncing my Axim with Google Calendar
I have an Axim x51. I'd like to know if there is a simple way to sync it with Google Calendar.
posted by jplank at 2:19 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by jplank at 2:19 PM PST - 3 comments
how do I clean my garbage disposal?
My "garbage disposal" is all gunked up. How do I clean it?
posted by indigo4963 at 1:59 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by indigo4963 at 1:59 PM PST - 18 comments
Removeth thy label
What's the easiest way to quickly remove labels from bottles? [more inside]
I repent
I may have filled out inaccurate information on my first car insurance application a month ago, namely "forgetting" to mention an accident I had 2.5 years ago when I was driving someone else's car (their insurance covered it) in another state with a different license. Now I am worried sick and have a bunch of questions and I don't want to ask the insurance company. [more inside]
Help me find new shoes
ShoeFilter: I am looking for a new casual work shoe. I currently have Simple Barney and love them to death but want something new. [more inside]
EconomicsFilter
Can anyone point to a link that lists the yearly economic value, in billions, of major industries? [more inside]
Help me escape from NYC for one hour a day!
Good places to spend an hour lunch break in Midtown Manhattan? [more inside]
Help me choose new pots and pans
Cookware that doesn't suck for < $100 Canadian? [more inside]
posted by sanitycheck at 11:49 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by sanitycheck at 11:49 AM PST - 21 comments
Unexpected windfall
My boyfriend recently received $25K as part of a settlement after his father's death, and he'll be filing the FAFSA for graduate school soon. [more inside]
Recommendation for a book on Jewish Law?
Calling all Jews! I need a reading list for my girlfriend. [more inside]
self-taught programming for n00bs?
I'm a MechE by training, but I've got some time to kill while my boyfriend to finishes up his PhD this spring. I'd like to fill a portion of my copious unemployed time by learning to program in a useful language. Any suggestions for languages/websites/self-teaching books that are good for n00bs? [more inside]
Help me deal with a partner's past abuse.
My girlfriend admitted to me recently that she'd been sexually abused as a child. [more inside]
How do you put up with your family?
I am looking for advice on how to tactfully deal with difficult family members when it comes to my lifestyle. You know there's [more inside]
Affordable Hotel near the Riverwalk in San Antonio
Can anyone recommend an affordable hotel near the Riverwalk in San Antonio? [more inside]
posted by imjosh at 10:48 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by imjosh at 10:48 AM PST - 9 comments
LCD HDTV Prices: Buy now or later?
What do I need to know about current LCD HDTV prices re: buying a set now or later? [more inside]
cool Canadian Cities
Cool, small American cities such as Lawrence, Portland and Austin keep cropping up on MeFi as places people want to live. What, if they exist, are the Canadian equivalents ?
How to ad a headphone jack to a simple speaker?
AudioFilter: how can I add a headphone jack to a simple speaker? [more inside]
Firefox 2.0 Ready?
Is Firefox 2.0 Ready for Prime Time? [more inside]
Forever in Blue Jeans?
Help me understand different GPS readings
Help me understand the differences in the way Latitude and Longitude are reported by my GPS and Google Maps [more inside]
posted by frogmoses at 9:40 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by frogmoses at 9:40 AM PST - 6 comments
ligne claire how To guide about being a detective
I was reading Tintin and I remembered an illustrated How To guide about being a detective in a similar ligne claire style that I loved as a kid. [more inside]
posted by andrewzipp at 9:39 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by andrewzipp at 9:39 AM PST - 8 comments
Fork, Knife, Spoon, Finger - What stirs it up the best?
What is the most efficient kitchen device for stirring a powder into a glass/cup of liquid? [more inside]
Help Me Become A Toy Restorer
I want to restore pressed-steel Tonka toy fire trucks, but I haven't been able to find much information on how to do so. [more inside]
Looking for art in all the wrong places
loose chain + washing machine pump = help!
Laundryfilter: Emergency washing machine help, please! I've got something stuck in my washing machine pump-- is there any way to get it out? [more inside]
Similar books to The Terror
BookRecFilter: One of my favorite authors has just knocked my socks off with his most recent book. I love what he did so much that I'd like to find other historical fiction like this. *Small spoiler for The Terror inside* [more inside]
Please won't you help me to drown out the voices in my head?
Should an illegal alien go to med school or nursing school?
What's the better choice for an illegal alien: med school or nursing school? [more inside]
Female leaders of american indian tribes?
Can you name famous woman or female leaders of (north) american indian tribes? [more inside]
posted by germanguy at 7:54 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by germanguy at 7:54 AM PST - 16 comments
Dynamic Function Reference in Javascript
I'm writing a cross-browser JavaScript library that will allow me to apply events (onmouseover, click, etc) to elements using what look like stylesheets:
posted by potch at 7:54 AM PST - 10 comments
a {mouseover:someFunction;} In writing a parser for these files, I've come upon a stumbling block. [more inside]posted by potch at 7:54 AM PST - 10 comments
Travelling to San Francisco for the first time in 10 years
Travelling to San Francisco in February.. It'll be my first time back in 10 years. Bay Area-knowledgable MeFites, fill me in. [more inside]
Has anyone traveled the Amtrak Lakeshore Limited?
Is it a good idea to take Amtrak from Chicago to New York City? [more inside]
Want to cheapen my debt expenditures. Know of any cheap money (unsecured loans)?
Cheap Money Filter: I've got a moderate amount of credit card debt right now ($15k), at reasonable but not great rates (13-18%). I'll be making more money in the upcoming year, and the debt load is manageable, but I want to explore trading these loans with an unsecured line-of-credit type loan or some other loan. Advice? Suggestions on where to get a good rate (i.e. got any good junk mail lately)? [more inside]
posted by zpousman at 7:29 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by zpousman at 7:29 AM PST - 15 comments
Should I go with H&R Block, or find a "real" accountant?
My 2006 taxes are going to be complicated, for me at least. I had one full time job, and a ton of freelance gigs. I don't think I'll be able to muddle thru TurboTax like I have in past years. So, is H&R Block a good deal or should I find a "real" accountant? [more inside]
posted by misanthropicsarah at 6:56 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by misanthropicsarah at 6:56 AM PST - 31 comments
Coal-burning wifi
I have an old laptop and want wireless on it. [more inside]
posted by sonofsamiam at 6:54 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by sonofsamiam at 6:54 AM PST - 5 comments
Not necessarily vegetarian/vegan uses for nutritional yeast, please.
So, I bought a container of nutritional yeast. Now what do I do with it? (Other than put it on popcorn.) [more inside]
posted by desuetude at 6:50 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by desuetude at 6:50 AM PST - 23 comments
Learning the brain
What good tools are out there for learning brain anatomy? [more inside]
Mead-making and measuring alcohol content
Measuring alcohol content without a hydrometer? [more inside]
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 6:20 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 6:20 AM PST - 8 comments
40th Birthday Celebration Ideas
My husband's 40th birthday is coming up the first week in March. Please help me with some great ideas on how to celebrate with about 20 friends, a $500 budget, in the southeastern Massachusetts/RI area? [more inside]
posted by maloon at 6:16 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by maloon at 6:16 AM PST - 13 comments
Where do small women buy pants?
My wife is 5 foot 1. Finding clothes has always been hard for her, but as sizes balloon it's become nearly impossible. Now even ladies' small sweatpants are too big for her; she can wear boys' sweats, but boys' jeans aren't cut for her curves. "I can find 6s, but not in petites. I can find petites, but not in a 6. There are short American women, and there are thin American women, but apparently there are no short, thin American women." Any advice? Where should she shop?
Can real estate agents lie?
Can real estate agents lie? [more inside]
posted by RandlePatrickMcMurphy at 6:08 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by RandlePatrickMcMurphy at 6:08 AM PST - 12 comments
I camembert it! Help me mac it cheddar.
Mac and Cheese, please. I'm looking for a macaroni and cheese recipe that's above all, creamy. [more inside]
posted by FreezBoy at 5:44 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by FreezBoy at 5:44 AM PST - 29 comments
rigging a used G4 as a media centre
I am going to rebuild a used G4 as a media centre and have a few questions for anyone who might have done this [more inside]
posted by iTristan at 5:39 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by iTristan at 5:39 AM PST - 9 comments
Best time to look for a New Haven apartment starting Aug. 1?
When is the best time to look for an apartment in New Haven with an August 1 lease? [more inside]
My eBay account has been suspended for "abuse", and eBay won't return my e-mails asking why, what next?
My account on eBay has been suspended due to, in their words, "Abusing eBay". How can I escalate my questions to them about it get answers from them? [more inside]
Cutting edge subjects in Finance?
What are some cutting edge subjects or trends in Finance? [more inside]
Can you recommend any Portuguese music or spoken word audio resources?
Can anyone recommend any music, audio blogs, podcasts or other audio resources in Portuguese? [more inside]
posted by handee at 3:22 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by handee at 3:22 AM PST - 11 comments
Knock knock knocking on heaven's door.
My Horizontal Land Transport Vehicle (a Toyota four-door sedan) is in the throes of an engine knock-fest. [more inside]
Looking for a small wearable periodic alarm
I am looking for a small device that I can either wear or carry in my pocket that will beep, ring, and/or vibrate at a pre-set interval. (I'm thinking every 15 minutes.) I am an easily distracted individual, and I think that this would help me focus on what I should be doing at the moment.
posted by qvtqht at 2:12 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by qvtqht at 2:12 AM PST - 13 comments
Buy an optical level or transit/level?
Construction/Surveying: Optical level vs. transit/level. Exactly what is the difference? Level only does horizontal vs. horizontal and vertical? How much advantage (in real use) is a transit/level? If I get a Northwest 500A Standard Level and not a Northwest 500A Transit Level, will I kick myself later? I never expect to do "real surveying". TIA
Is this genuine spam or sneakiness?
Why am I getting e-mail that is addressed to my ex-brother-in-law? Is this genuine spam, or something sneakier? [more inside]
posted by IndigoRain at 12:36 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by IndigoRain at 12:36 AM PST - 5 comments
Wealth distribution tables
I have a net worth of $x. Therefore y% of people in country, z, are more wealthy than I am. Where do I find tables of this information? Even just for an individual country like US etc? The more detailed the tables are for values of x the better.
January 9
That smell
NYC and New Jersey locals - that smell. Did this have a life before in local lore? (more inside, Jack Bauer stuff) [more inside]
The Opportunity Cost Is Killing Me
I need to ask a sort of cost-benefit analysis question about my job. Basically, I've either need to jump ship or chin up and hang on, but I can't decide how detrimental either choice might be. [more inside]
Where, oh where has my bits pain gone?
After years and years of intense menstrual pain due to endometriosis, it has suddenly eased. Frankly, this is so marvelous, but strange, I'm becoming worried. Could something (else) be wrong with my ladybits? [more inside]
Where can i buy preserved lemons?
Where can I buy preserved lemon in the SF Bay Area? [more inside]
Mental health and family
Adult sibling with mental health problems living with parent. How to help from afar? [more inside]
I'm going insane and I think it's the cheese
Do you remember those "It's the Cheese" billboards from the late 90s? They attributed various qualities of California to its cheese? Well I'm trying to find an image of one specific one, or at least remember exactly what it said. I know the term "excellent body" was part of the board, and I believe there was an image of two aging male dairy farmers. Google image and regular searches have not prooven helpful.
Help me see '21 Up America'!
Where and when can I see 21 Up America (aka 21 Up in America)? [more inside]
What kind of volunteer work will help me decide about medical school?
Say I want to change my career path and go to medical school. What kind of volunteering would be helpful in terms of a) deciding if medicine is for me, and b) getting into medical school? [more inside]
posted by limicoline at 8:02 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by limicoline at 8:02 PM PST - 8 comments
Soviet True-Believers?
I am looking for books written by True-Believers in the old Soviet Union (published in English). I'm doing some research regarding the former Soviet Union and, obviously, there are dozens, if not hundreds, of books reviling the former Soviet Union. I have found only one defending the USSR and its system: the memoirs of Yegor Ligachev.
Can anybody help with books written from a pro-USSR viewpoint (since the fall)?
Many thanks in advance!
Advice on finding a non-teaching but education-related job for a college student.
I need to find a summer job. Ideally I'd like to do something related to education, as I'm hoping to work in education (explained in more detail inside) when I'm finished with my own education - but I am much more interested in research and theory than in classroom work, so I'm having a hard time coming up with ideas. I'm interested in ideas that are very tangentially related to education as well as ones that are very related. [more inside]
posted by bubukaba at 7:27 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by bubukaba at 7:27 PM PST - 6 comments
Good diet-friendly caffeinated drinks?
Any good diet-friendly caffeinated beverages out there? Looking for something convenient, cheap, and low/no-cal/sugar. [more inside]
posted by sprocket87 at 7:23 PM PST - 53 comments
posted by sprocket87 at 7:23 PM PST - 53 comments
How do I manipulate this string in perl?
Help! I'm trying to write perl, but I have no idea how to write perl. I need to remove charaters from a string. Can you show me how? [more inside]
posted by TurkishGolds at 7:06 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by TurkishGolds at 7:06 PM PST - 32 comments
What should a company pay me to move to Burbank, CA?
It's possible I'll be receiving a job offer in Burbank, CA. Help me figure out what a good offer would be that would take into account the much higher cost of living than where I live now. [more inside]
Drunk sex = regret
Why don't we get drunk and screw? Because it burns! Can anybody tell me why? (Some mildly graphic details inside.) [more inside]
posted by Turd Ferguson at 6:59 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by Turd Ferguson at 6:59 PM PST - 38 comments
How much to pay kids to tag photos?
I've been uploading family photos to flickr and am thinking of offering to pay my nieces and nephews (ages 8-12) to tag them. What would be a reasonable rate? I want to encourage a work ethic in them, so it's important to me that I not under- or over-pay them.
posted by espertus at 6:49 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by espertus at 6:49 PM PST - 12 comments
Books about U.S. presidential elections?
What are some good books about U.S. presidential elections? [more inside]
I've got unwanted milk in my laptop.
Milk on the laptop [more inside]
WANT AD: Food writer, dreams of travel, plenty K a year!
Do you know of any resources that give information on "niche" careers, preferably with personal anecdotes? Or even just career advice? [more inside]
Beer Mustache
Beer-filter: My boyfriend told me that a few years ago he saw a beer label that had a man with a handlebar mustache on it... [more inside]
posted by amelliferae at 6:22 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by amelliferae at 6:22 PM PST - 9 comments
White ABBA tape with a yellow label = which album?
When I was a kid, I absolutely loved this one ABBA tape my mother owned. Problem is, I don't know which one I was listening to. I do remember what color it was, though. [more inside]
How do you "supreme" a Meyer Lemon?
How do you "supremed" a Meyer Lemon? [more inside]
posted by Badmichelle at 4:48 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Badmichelle at 4:48 PM PST - 10 comments
x64 Windows Geforce 4 Ti Driver Woe
We installed XP x64, and can't find drivers for our video card, NVIDIA GeForce 4 Ti 4600. There are drivers for older cards and new cards, but not our card. A lot of the sites claiming to have the drivers are lying, and have maybe pasted in the inf for the 32-bit drivers by mistake. Is there any way I can make this work?
Looking for stuff to do in Seattle
Going to be in Seattle from Jan 25-28th, and looking for interesting off-beat local tihngs to do. Can local me-fi's suggest cool happenings in those 3 days or hangouts not to be missed? Enjoy jazz, good ( very good) Italian food. Not the usual " Pike Place Market" toursit scenario though. Thanks
Calling all wordsmiths
Word challenge: Please help me express undying love in four words or less for posterity. [more inside]
posted by dudiggy at 3:30 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by dudiggy at 3:30 PM PST - 37 comments
How do I find specific historic stock data?
Is there any easy way to find historic stock data for a ticker symbol? I'm wondering if you could easily and cheaply pull up the day's price on say, MSFT, on July 17, 1995. And maybe three years to the day after that. I usually only see a range or a trendline with historic stock data, but someone must track all of them individually over time like this. Are there services for this? I would even pay for it.
How do I integrate my existing blog with my MySpace blog?
How do I integrate my existing blog with my MySpace blog? [more inside]
What is the "withering monosyllable" Maturin alludes to in Melmoth the Wanderer?
In Maturin's Melmoth the Wanderer, Isidora asks Melmoth how she should respond if her family ask her about his wealth, and where his riches are held. Melmoth responds with a "withering monosyllable", which makes her shriek with fear or disgust. What monosyllabic word is Maturin implying? [more inside]
posted by fvw at 2:55 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by fvw at 2:55 PM PST - 5 comments
Help me buy a "dilapidated" house.
What do I need to know about making an offer on a house with obvious problems? [more inside]
posted by kmennie at 2:50 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by kmennie at 2:50 PM PST - 26 comments
How do I recover the two tricky things (downloaded thunderbird emails, and protected image folder) from a dead laptop?
How can I get access to my protected image folder from a dead laptop and find my email that i backed up on that drive from a new computer? [more inside]
SF to Sac & Back - best way to travel?
I need to make a day trip to Sacramento from San Francisco. I don't own a car. What's the best way to get there & back? [more inside]
Beginner Squash Equipment?
What do I need to start playing squash and where can I get it? [more inside]
My name or his?
My husband was issued a few traffic tickets for expired insurance and registration. He wold like them dismissed. With a $300 price difference and not much cash, should the insurance be in my name or his? [more inside]
cell phone debacle
Broken cell phone filter: I put my cell phone through the washing machine & it's not coming back to life. Now I'd like to craigslist/freecycle a new (used) phone, but I'm having trouble figuring out what types of phones will work for me. [more inside]
Team Name Ideas
Our company's on-site gym is sponsoring a "Biggest Loser" contest among employees. [more inside]
posted by cainiarb at 1:34 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by cainiarb at 1:34 PM PST - 12 comments
Looking for Xbox games similar to Mario64
I'm looking for an Xbox game that will satisfy like Super Mario 64 did back in the day. What is an equivalent game for Xbox? [more inside]
Calgary hotel recommendations?
Calgary hotel recommendations? Centrally located, not too expensive, clean, friendly, etc.
Orchestral/piano .pdf scores?
I’d like to look at a full-length piano arrangement of Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty ballet (Op. 66 – La belle au bois dormant). I could buy one, or find a music library, but do you know whether any edition is freely accessible on-line? For future reference, are there any particular sites that you like as a source for pdf’d classical music scores?
Does stirring accelerate cooling?
Does stirring a mug of hot liquid make it cool faster? [more inside]
posted by flyingcowofdoom at 1:10 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by flyingcowofdoom at 1:10 PM PST - 19 comments
Numbered labels in Word?
I'm having some trouble creating labels in Word for Macintosh 2004. I'm working on a project now that requires that I print a number of labels (8 1/2 by 11 sheets of these guys, Avery labels, printed out on your standard inkjet printer), numbered one-by-one in sequential order, 1, 2, 3, and so on (about a thousand or so of these, each number contained in one label). [more inside]
Script format for :30 commercials?
Script format for :30 commercials?I've been asked by a local company to write scripts based upon concepts I've given them for :30 commercial spots to air on local cable. I know it's not a big deal, but since I'm anal about proper format in general, I was wondering what the proper formatting is for this kind of script. Plus I'm simply curious. [more inside]
I don't wanna be a cutter!
Is there an easier way to combine CSV files? There is a bit [more inside]
posted by keep it tight at 12:22 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by keep it tight at 12:22 PM PST - 9 comments
House Anxiety
How can I stop caring so much about the appearance and status of my house and neighborhood? [more inside]
What do we think of South University?
What is the quality of the Physician's Assistants master's program at South University in Savannah, GA? [more inside]
organizing written notes electronically
what is the best way to save written notes electronically for mobile use?
i am a physician and i have about 500 pages of written notes from printed powerpoint lectures that i have bound into two volumes. I have attended subsequent lectures and now i don't know what is the best way to encorporate this new info as well as new info going forward. i carry a treo 650 and have access to hospital computers but i do not have an "assigned" computer so i am thinking of a portable mode. making PDF's seems to make sense but then how do i keep them accessible for those quick questions that come up during hospital rounds? How about putting them on those "keychain" portable disks?
Interested in suggestions....
posted by dstrouse91 at 11:47 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by dstrouse91 at 11:47 AM PST - 10 comments
determining influence of factors
StatisticsFilter: I have a set of factors and need to determine which have the most influence and which the least: not on a numerical output but on each other [more inside]
posted by rottytooth at 11:47 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by rottytooth at 11:47 AM PST - 7 comments
How do I evict my ex-girlfriend?
What is the best way to evict your ex-girlfriend? [more inside]
Lose the warts, keep the foot
Duct tape wart removal. Details, personal experiences, suggestions needed. How do you keep the duct tape dry in the shower? Is it OK if you don't? What if you have to replace it more than once a week? Grossish details inside. [more inside]
GoLive "stl:xxx" tags causing spacing woes
Anyone know anything at all about Adobe GoLive's use of -type HTML tags? Its insertion of these tags around dates, places, etc is causing extra spaces to pop up, throwing off proper punctuation and basically just making copytext look bad. [more inside]
Help me hook up my basement
I'm in the market for a low-end (under $2k) HD flat panel tv, I'm thinking plasma, but could be persuaded otherwise. DirecTV, MediaPC and [more inside]
Help Me Properly Protect My Machine
I'm a serial reinstaller of windows. Help me located freeware/shareware programs to properly protect my machine from affects which will make me want to wipe the slate clean again. I’d like to reinstall and do it right from the beginning. Feel free to post any useful utility. [more inside]
Writing Nonfiction and Children's Literature: Do you know of any good literature ABOUT these subjects?
I am looking for well regarded books/scholarly papers about writing. Most specifically in the areas of Nonfiction (the essay style of article writing) and Children's Fiction (for a young adult audience).
Any tips? Go as far and broad as you can. I'll be off to the British library tomorrow, so the sky is the limit. [more inside]
What's the best way to make a hinge squeaky?
What's the best way to make a hinge squeaky? I want the acoustic notification that the door is opening.
It's keeeeeeling me!
Please help me figure out why my computer stops reading my 1TB WD My Book Premium II external storage thinger before I punch it. [more inside]
Medallion signature guarantee in India
Is is possible to get a Medallion Signature Guarantee in India? [more inside]
posted by dbolll at 9:51 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by dbolll at 9:51 AM PST - 6 comments
Straighten a cord, how?
How do I straighten a headset cable? [more inside]
Was is always this bad?
Looking for old economic articles... [more inside]
Should I move?
Should I move or should I stay and bear just a few more months till I have a better idea about my job? [more inside]
Radio Arcade?
Audio Drama Filter: Radio Arcade? [more inside]
What now?
I don't think I want to teach. What else can I do with my degree in childhood education? What about grad school? [more inside]
thinking about sticking knife i my eye
I can't stand my brother-in-law. [more inside]
Boring girlfriend problem
My girlfriend is not fun. What do I do about this? [more inside]
Where can I find free muscle-group and skeleton diagrams online?
Infographilter: Where can I find free muscle-group and skeletal diagrams online? [more inside]
posted by stungeye at 8:18 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by stungeye at 8:18 AM PST - 7 comments
Why did Word forget how to spell?
Why is Microsoft Word suddenly marking correctly spelled words as misspelled? [more inside]
posted by mauglir at 8:02 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by mauglir at 8:02 AM PST - 5 comments
Roanoke, VA
I'll be in Roanoke, VA, this weekend. Any must sees? [more inside]
posted by MrMoonPie at 7:07 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by MrMoonPie at 7:07 AM PST - 10 comments
Best carseat/booster for a tall, thin toddler?
Best car seat for a toddler? We're looking for a booster to fit a 14-month old who is 32 inches, 23 lbs (tall for her age). It was easy to choose an infant seat, but the boosters seem harder to select, especially since the recent Consumer Reports test results (on infant seats, not boosters) showed so many seats that didn't pass the test. [more inside]
posted by mdiskin at 7:03 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by mdiskin at 7:03 AM PST - 12 comments
Tears of Octopussy Rage
Is it possible to annoy an animal/person to death? [more inside]
posted by snailer at 6:01 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by snailer at 6:01 AM PST - 26 comments
Finding a physical folksonomy for flimsy files
Is there a way of tagging paper? [more inside]
MySpace Layout that Omits Age?
I need an easy-to-read MySpace layout that does not display my age. [more inside]
From/until or From/to?
"From *date* until *date" or "From *date* to *date*"? Grammarians hope me! [more inside]
posted by Joseph Gurl at 4:42 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Joseph Gurl at 4:42 AM PST - 7 comments
Please help me find an ophthalmologist in London!
Please help me find an ophthalmologist in London. [more inside]
posted by sueinnyc at 4:41 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by sueinnyc at 4:41 AM PST - 7 comments
Wii to LCD via DVI @ 1680 x 1050?
Wii to LCD via DVI @ 1680 x 1050? Pipedream? [more inside]
Serialized anime recommendations
Anime recommendations -- specifically, serialized anime. [more inside]
It's that time of year!
Looking for good, free, flexible programs that I can use to simulate single transferable vote elections.
VHS to my computer: When you lose your digital master sometimes you have to improvise
I have VHS videotape. I have a PC computer running Sony Vegas. I need to get the stuff from the videotape onto a harddrive and into Sony Vegas in my PC to splice into reel. Help me please. [more inside]
posted by Elle Vator at 3:01 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Elle Vator at 3:01 AM PST - 10 comments
The effects of different alcohol
Why does different sorts of alcohol affect you differently? [more inside]
Too good to be truly existing.
How do you tell if an organization is legitimate? [more inside]
What should I name my hockey team?
What should I name my hockey team? [more inside]
Seen this before?: \system32\hal.dll is missing or corrupted.
It seems that I need to fix a corrupt BOOT.INI file on my Toshiba Portege 4005. I'm getting this error message: "(windows root)\system32\hal.dll is missing or corrupted. pls reinstall a copy of the above file." This machine shipped with Recovery CDs, but [more inside]
January 8
Will I get deported?
I'm scheduled to fly to Moscow on Saturday for work. No, I don't have a letter of invitation or a visa yet. How stupid would it be to just go on a tourist visa? [more inside]
Adulterous friend, wife suspects, I know ... What to do?
A friend I've had for many years cheated on his wife while visiting my house 1000 miles from his home. She has always been very kind to me and I regard her as a dear friend. They have a less than one year old baby. She called me and wants to know what these odd cell phone calls on his phone were during his visit. What should I do? [more inside]
Foot-in-mouth
I compulsively eat bits of myself when I shed them. How bad is this for me? [more inside]
Learn me some French language history
Recommend to me a history of the languages of France. [more inside]
posted by mds35 at 9:41 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by mds35 at 9:41 PM PST - 5 comments
Help me come out of the cell phone dark ages
I have an old cell phone...a Samsung SCH-T300 to be exact...but it has one feature that I haven't seen on any other new phone...or maybe I just haven't been looking hard enough. It has a sort of built-in answering machine. That is, instead of going to voicemail (which is on Verizon's server), it goes to an "answering machine" that's *on* the phone itself. This lets me do two things: I can actually listen to people's messages *as* they leave them and answer the phone if I choose, and I can listen to voicemail even when I have no signal (since it's stored on the phone). Help me mefi! Are there any current phones that have this feature?
What's the best way to sharpen a kitchen knife?
I would like to learn to sharpen my own kitchen knives. Any advice on where to get good information and supplies? [more inside]
posted by cubby at 8:54 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by cubby at 8:54 PM PST - 27 comments
Electrical Code Question
One residential electrical junction box with wires coming into it from two different circuit breakers, is this to code or completely whack? [more inside]
posted by peeedro at 8:51 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by peeedro at 8:51 PM PST - 8 comments
Which audio format is for me?
Which format/bit rate should I store my music to get the most out of my er6 headphones?
I want to get the best audio quality but with the lowest file size. [more inside]
are slow motion dream disasters a new thing?
do dream sequences set in slow motion (as in horrific-but-un-stoppable-accidents) pre-date the use of slow motion photography? specifically, are there pre-film literary references to dream events taking place in slow motion? (yes, a question similar to this one, but i'm interested in slow motion in the dream-scape here).
Seeking Shark's Teeth bubble gum
I'm looking for a certain kind of bubble gum that's called "Shark's Teeth". The pieces are triangular and white with splatters of "blood", and I used to be able to get them in those gum machines at the mall, but they stopped carrying them over a year ago. There's a little [more inside]
posted by sleeplessunderwater at 8:38 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by sleeplessunderwater at 8:38 PM PST - 7 comments
Best online photo service?
What's the best photo storage solution? Specifically, I'm looking for a service with both online and offline components, unlimited storage, and fast and easy tagging / uploading / searching / viewing. Does such a site exist? [more inside]
Houston/Bellaire restaurant and Houston tourism recommendations?
Looking for yummy restaurants in Houston-Bellaire area. Bonus for adding your must do/see in Houston favourites. [more inside]
Automatically downloading text off web pages
There's an ancient website that's in the Wayback Machine, and I need to download a few dozen pages off of it before it disappears forever - I need the material for research purposes and it just doesn't exist anywhere else.
I could just print everything out, but could really use the electronic versions so I could index them. If I had the time (which I will make if I can't find a way to do this programatically), I could just cut and paste into a text file. But I'd really prefer to not have to resort to that for 60+ pages worth of stuff.
There used to be utilities that would do this (back in Ye Golden Age of Ye Internets) but I have no idea what to use today.
I don't need the actual page, just the text on the pages. And again, to make it clear, this is not to steal or bootleg or appropriate, but to use data that will be lost when these pages disappear forever.
Thanks for any reasonable suggestions.
How many times to erase hard drive
How many times should I zero the hard drive of a laptop I am going to sell? [more inside]
Vacationing alone
This is a question for wives/moms--have you ever taken a vacation alone? I mean without the family and/or spouse? If so, where did you go and how was it? Did you feel guilty about it? I'd like to take a vacation alone--but friends and family think I'm crazy to do so.
posted by sandra194 at 5:40 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by sandra194 at 5:40 PM PST - 33 comments
Windows Server 2003 Partitioning
How do I check the creation date of a partition in windows server 2003? [more inside]
Why does Greek mythology ostensibly lack many of the "survivalistic" traits of Jewish holy texts?
Why does Greek mythology ostensibly lack many of the "survivalistic" traits of the Bible? [more inside]
How to get an iPod to work in my car?
I'd like to buy another iPod, but only if I could get it work with my '99 VW Beetle. Has anyone had any experience fitting the iPod into a car that has no auxillary stereo option? [more inside]
posted by dearest at 5:30 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by dearest at 5:30 PM PST - 17 comments
At no cost to you, something that would mean so much to them.
Can airline miles be gifted to a charity cause or person? [more inside]
Jack Sprat (and his wife) go camping
Anybody have any ideas for good raingear for a tall-and-skinny man? [more inside]
posted by thebrokedown at 4:59 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by thebrokedown at 4:59 PM PST - 10 comments
Is this car lonely?
So I have this car. It's not my car; I'm just keeping it for a friend. In my driveway. Empty. It's been here for about five months. Today, it started honking its horn at me. Not continuously. Just once in a while.
Is the car lonely? Or is there some more rational explanation? [more inside]
posted by ook at 4:54 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by ook at 4:54 PM PST - 23 comments
Technology Illiterate Seeks Simple Website Solution
I don't know the first thing about building my artist's website -- please help me get started! [more inside]
Just rinse it under running water, they say...
Have I ruined my expensive blender by soaking it in washing soda? [more inside]
Help me find a small durable clipon clock.
Where can I find a small clip-on clock that is extremely durable - preferably without spending an arm and a leg. [more inside]
How do I convince my boss it's worth it to promote me?
What do I do when I've applied for a promotion at work, but my boss doesn't want to give me that position because I'm "the best" at the job I currently do? [more inside]
posted by Verdandi at 3:21 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Verdandi at 3:21 PM PST - 21 comments
Narcissistic and whining friend
How do I tell my good friend that she whines and is self-absorbed without offending her? [more inside]
posted by pcward at 3:03 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by pcward at 3:03 PM PST - 24 comments
Help me to find a place to stay in Miami for a week in March.
Help me find a place to stay in Miami for a week in March 07. [more inside]
Finding and shipping Hendrick's Gin online
BoozeFilter: Google-Fu failing me. Where can I purchase a bottle of Hendrick's Gin online and have it shipped to Washington state? [more inside]
Do I need Flash Media Server to capture and encode Webcam video using Flash?
Do I need Flash Media Server to capture and encode Webcam video using Flash? [more inside]
Army Chaplaincy
POD or self-publishing services for *small* hardcover books.
I have a self-publishing conundrum: I really like the size of Moleskine notebooks (3.5 x 5.5). I want to put out a book in these dimensions. Lulu and other POD publishers that I've found won't go that small (especially in hardcover). So, my question's a two parter: a. Do you know any way I can get this done (ie, alternatives to Lulu who will do that size)?
b. If I can't find such a company, I'm interested in hand-writing some Moleskines and customizing the covers to make them look more "commercial"--ie, create a dust jacket or sticker or some other alternative. Solutions/suggestions for something that'll look unique and kickass?
My CD has matured, and I can't get up
What should I do with my CD now that it's going to mature for the second time? [more inside]
I need a cheap car CD player
I need a cheap car CD player with a line-in for my ipod that will be very unattractive to thieves. [more inside]
US citizenship
Query regarding US immigration for spouse [more inside]
Vinyl solutions?
I need to get rid of my collection of vinyl records - approx. ten feet-worth of LPs, 12"s and box-sets. But now Beanos is going out of business, where else in London or south-east England will buy them - and is that my best option? [more inside]
The Sound of Settling
How can I handle settling the costs of a minor auto accident without getting my insurance company involved? [more inside]
posted by murphy slaw at 1:02 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by murphy slaw at 1:02 PM PST - 8 comments
Young people in love are very seldom hungry
My wife and I recently re-watched It Happened One Night, and I got to wondering about the auto-camps in that movie. They must have been prevalent in that time, but I'm wondering if any are left. I'd like to hunt a few down and work them into a road trip. Anyone out there in MeFi-land know of any in the USA?
How much money is my data worth?
I sent an almost-new laptop into the service department of a very reputable computer company for repair and they replaced the hard drive on it and threw away all my data without asking. There was nothing wrong with the hard drive. What is a reasonable request on them to make up for this? [more inside]
posted by onalark at 12:54 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by onalark at 12:54 PM PST - 23 comments
Help me find glasses!
Taking time-lapse video of a construction project?
How can I make a self-contained device to take a time lapse video of a construction project? Better still, how can I turn said device into a webcam? [more inside]
Help me find yoga music please!
Help me find yoga music please! [more inside]
What's this public art in NYC?
What's this public art/sculpture in NYC? It is plastic and shiny and is located just outside Central Park, across the street from the Apple store on 5th (or it least it was on Dec 31st when I took the picture).
posted by mikepop at 11:02 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by mikepop at 11:02 AM PST - 3 comments
Trustworthy SmartPhone download site?
I just got a new Cingular 3125 SmartPhone; what is a trustworthy download site for apps and games? (More inside.) [more inside]
Most filenames are now listed in blue in Windows folders. Why?
In Windows XP Home, suddenly most--not all--of my documents are listed in blue font. Why? [more inside]
posted by Savannah at 10:20 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Savannah at 10:20 AM PST - 6 comments
Where can I gamble on Macworld announcements?
Where (online) can I gamble on what will be announced at MacWorld tomorrow? [more inside]
Learning New Skills Without Access to Hardware
How can I get some experience working with Veritas, SAN/NAS management, backups and more (on Solaris 10) without access to any actual hardware or spending a ton of money? [more inside]
Is Ballooning of the Foreskin Unusual in a 6-month old?
Urine gets trapped between my son's foreskin and his penis (he is not circumcised, obviously). He's six months old. Over the weekend we noticed this every single time we changed his diaper, but it is not something we'd noticed before Friday of last week.
My question is: is this unusual enough that I should contact his Ped ASAP, or is this basically normal and I can wait and talk with his Ped about it during his regular 6 month check up in two weeks? [more inside]
MP3 download sites
Can you recommend an itunes type site that lets me download DRM-free mp3s? Must be either UK based or (preferably) US based allowing downloads from the UK. [more inside]
ISO Afghan war footage
Looking for video online of Afghan war footage. [more inside]
What's engagement for?
Speak to me of engagement. Why do people get engaged nowadays? Why don't they just get married? [more inside]
Touring Italy during Easter
Looking for advice on travelling in Italy during the Easter season. This is our frist trip there, and we'll be there the week before and after the holiday. Planning to fly into Rome, out of Venice with (hopefully) a stop in Florence in between. How does the holiday affect our ability to get around, find rooms, and places to eat? More detail inside. [more inside]
A checkout question.
What typically happens when your stuff is in a U.S. motel or hotel past checkout time? [more inside]
How long does Gesundheit last?
How long does saying "Bless You" or "Gesundheit" last when someone near you sneezes? [more inside]
I don't want to look like a facial hair newbie
I want to grow a beard. Or a chinstrap or a goatee or something. But I don't want to look like a facial hair newbie. Are there any websites out there with good photos of different styles and tips and such? [more inside]
Name this scifi with male sex slaves
Looking for a (maybe) 1970s Science Fiction movie or television series episode that has male infertility as a theme. [more inside]
How heritable is schizophrenia?
How heritable is schizophrenia? [more inside]
What's the best way to organize a mountain of computer-related power adapters?
What's the best way to organize a mountain of computer-related power adapters that is a) safe, and b) neat? [more inside]
Please help me understand the movie "Ten"
Stern interrupted, leaves the air mid-show
Gas leak in Manhattan? [more inside]
Talent tracker sofware
I'm looking for an application (web based) to keep track of our company talents [more inside]
posted by Leech at 6:57 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Leech at 6:57 AM PST - 10 comments
20-something woman wants to visit Japan for two weeks, alone. Doesn't speak Japanese (but can learn), has never visited Asia. Feasible?
20-something woman wants to visit Japan for two weeks, alone. Doesn't speak Japanese (but can learn), has never visited Asia. Feasible? [more inside]
Simplest way to get a visa for Iran?
What's the quickest and least painful way for a citizen of the UK / Northern Ireland to obtain an Iranian tourist visa? [more inside]
Deals and Free Stuff in the UK?
Thicker air and lower gravity
Imagine a world in which the atmospheric density is somewhat greater than ours, but gravity is somewhat lower. How might our experience be different on that world? [more inside]
Is it safe to live directly underneath a large number of radio and/or cell towers?
Is it safe to live directly underneath a large number of radio and/or cell towers? [more inside]
nipple and baby care in the himalayas.
we're taking a four month old baby to north east india in two weeks. please give us some travel tips about travelling with a baby in india and keeping her warm and my nipples from getting frostbite. [more inside]
posted by taff at 3:14 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by taff at 3:14 AM PST - 11 comments
January 7
My Dog's New Girlfriend is Beneath Him
My dog has developed a romanitic interest in his doggy bed. What to do? [more inside]
CEREAL: "Oh wow, we are fried."
What is going on with my computer? Black flashes, weird picture artifacts, screen freezing. It's not the monitor (swapped that out already). Is it the video card? Weird pictures inside! [more inside]
posted by radiosig at 11:18 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by radiosig at 11:18 PM PST - 13 comments
Where to find Tucker Max on MTV online
Where can I find MTV's True Life special featuring Tucker Max [more inside]
Can this happen in bankruptcy?
If 2nd Mortgage gets discharged in bankruptcy, can payment still be made to keep home? [more inside]
Children of men.
Is there a good site for discussing movies? One that doesn't degenerate into stupid flame wars? [possible SPOILERS] [more inside]
Azureus downloads stuck at 90+%
Why are my Azureus downloads stuck at 90+%? [more inside]
Easy PHP/MySQL Query question
PHPfilter- I need to select several records from a MySQL db, based on their audto_increment id in the db. I know the numbers, but for some (stupid for sure) reason I can't get it to pull the records. [more inside]
Who will stop the war?
Who would be popularly considered the top leaders of the anti-war / peace movement in America? [more inside]
Just give me my 1% please
Which major credit card(s) will give you at least 1% cashback on everything, credited on your statement, with no annual fees? [more inside]
posted by tasty at 7:53 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by tasty at 7:53 PM PST - 34 comments
Any Bike Repair Classes in the S.F. Bay Area Peninsula?
Any Bike Repair Classes in the S.F. Bay Area Peninsula? [more inside]
Writing about TV for free - is it possible?
How do I find people who'll write for my TV blog...for free? [more inside]
posted by watch_alot at 7:16 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by watch_alot at 7:16 PM PST - 13 comments
Claiming unclaimed property in CA
Any experience with unclaimed property in California? I have a very specific question. [more inside]
Is there a digital voice recorder I can wear on a lanyard?
I'm after a digital voice recorder / dictaphone type thing that I can wear round my neck on a lanyard. [more inside]
He thinks, therefore he is
What do people DO with graduate degrees (masters or doctoral) in philosophy? [more inside]
posted by konolia at 5:45 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by konolia at 5:45 PM PST - 33 comments
¡Margarina! ¡Mantequilla!
I like the taste of butter. I grew up with margarine as the "healthier" substitute, then switched to various spreads, then back. What provides the healthiest butter or butter analog? [more inside]
posted by Robert Angelo at 5:22 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by Robert Angelo at 5:22 PM PST - 34 comments
Is any Master's Degree better than no Master's Degree?
Is any Master's Degree better than no Master's Degree? [more inside]
Help Needed With Cat
Need ideas for last minute travel out of Edinburgh for this forthcoming weekend. [more inside]
posted by sgt.serenity at 5:15 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by sgt.serenity at 5:15 PM PST - 5 comments
How much fat can you eliminate from ramen by rinsing it after cooking?
How much fat can you eliminate from ramen by rinsing it after cooking? [more inside]
posted by concrete at 4:27 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by concrete at 4:27 PM PST - 11 comments
Name that album cover: Smiling family of four at the dinner table...
CD Art Filter: I was asked by a friend to identify the artist and album based on a descirption of the CD art. Can you help? [more inside]
posted by bwilms at 4:13 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by bwilms at 4:13 PM PST - 3 comments
Accused of a crime...you know the rest
My grandfather stands accused of a crime he did not comit. He got a phone call from the police last week:
"Mr Anonymous? You're on our wanted list for a shoplifting from $UK_SHOP in $UK_CITY. I don't want to come to your house to arrest you, but we need you to come in and talk to us in a week's time." [more inside]
It's not just about the money. When should we really buy a house?
How do we figure out whether we're financially and emotionally ready to buy our first home? We have a really good handle on what we can afford, which neighborhoods we like best, what houses are going for. We've read "Home Buying for Dummies." We've saved up an OK chunk of cash. But my husband and I are both worried, and for different reasons. [more inside]
posted by croutonsupafreak at 3:00 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by croutonsupafreak at 3:00 PM PST - 34 comments
Volunteering in Ecuador/Galapagos
I am planning a group trip to Ecuador/Galapagos islands, and we would like to spend a day doing community service. Any suggestions/recommendations/experiences? [more inside]
Why doesn't this page display correct in IE6?
I have several pages displaying correctly in Firefox but not in IE6. [more inside]
MP3 Files to Old School AM Radio?
I'd like to "broadcast" my MP3 based collection of classic radio drama and spoken word recordings so that I can listen to them on a 1930's era AM radio. There are all sorts of little USB to FM transmitters, but I can't find a convenient (as in, no soldering required) solution for AM. Any suggestions? [more inside]
How do I use my 'always on' internet on my mobile phone as a modem for my laptop?
How do I use my 'always on' internet on my mobile phone as a modem for my laptop?
I own the T-mobile equilvant of the HTC TyTN with Windows Mobile 5.0 and a HP laptop with Windows XP. On my mobile phone I have T-mobile 3G internet with always on functionality.
I would like to use my mobile phone as a modem with internet connection for my laptop so I can access the internet with my laptop no matter where I am. I connect to my mobile phone with an USB cable (I tried bluetooth but couldn't get it to work...).
Does anyone know how to accomplish this? Maybe there are software applications that can do this for me? All tips are welcome!
posted by remcobron at 1:01 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by remcobron at 1:01 PM PST - 11 comments
wireless cable internet setup help
I have decided to order cable internet and set up a wireless network at home for two G4 Powerbooks. However, I don't have the faintest idea where to start. [more inside]
Questions on 40 year old pistols
Inheriting a couple of 40 year old pistols from my grandfather, what do I need to know? [more inside]
Miaow, I'm hungry
Best places to write in Venice, CA?
I'm looking for recommendations on best places to write in Venice, CA. Mostly in the realm of coffee shops or writer-friendly cafes, libraries, or anything else that comes to mind. [more inside]
This is what I get for shopping at Best Buy
I just left the States with a rocketfish webcam I'm intending to use with my iBook G4 on Skype. The webcam monitor is working fine, but Skype isn't recognizing any camera as connected. [more inside]
Chicken breasts and cast iron skillet methods?
Best way to grill/roast chicken in a healthy way on a cast iron skillet? [more inside]
My Multi Select UI Sucks. Help me make it better
WebDesignFilter: I have a multi-select box with hundreds of elements in it. I need a better UI for it. [more inside]
Dealing with the no-health-insurance lifestyle?
Have any tips for living (in the US) without health insurance? [more inside]
How do I organize my cooking magazines?
I have a lot of cooking magazines (well over 100) that I need to organize and I can't figure out how to do it. [more inside]
What's the deal with revolving doors?
What exactly is the point of a revolving door? Besides getting in and out of buildings. What do they offer that normal doors don't? [more inside]
Just blew up something in my pc and now no boot - whats broken?
Just blew up something in my computer, now it won't boot. What steps do I take? [more inside]
Temporary Accommodations in Denver
I'm moving from the Big D to mile high D: Dallas to Denver. I'm intending to buy a place but in the interim want to find a reasonably priced - preferrably furnished - apartment. Read more [more inside]
posted by NailsTheCat at 10:45 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by NailsTheCat at 10:45 AM PST - 6 comments
The "Ultimate Roadtrip Playlist" Is Ready, Now I Just Need a Rental Car That Will Play It!
Help me find a rental car company that allows me to reserve a car with an auxiliary input to the stereo! [more inside]
need to know what kind of synth (bass?) this is and how to replicate it with my computer
need to know what kind of synth (bass?) this is and how to replicate it with my computer [more inside]
posted by freddymetz at 9:03 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by freddymetz at 9:03 AM PST - 9 comments
Internet connection in a holiday apartment
Do you know of search engines/sites for holiday apartments in the Mediterreanean where it is possible to specify that you only want to return results for apartments with internet connection?
Managing separate Google and Blogger accounts?
Managing separate Google and Blogger accounts? [more inside]
posted by callmejay at 7:43 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by callmejay at 7:43 AM PST - 7 comments
That one with that guy who was in the movie that was out last year ... ooh, Navy Seals!
Mefi-ites, please give me some general tips on how to identify a movie I once saw in passing, and now desperately can't identify. IMDB, Wikipedia, Koreanfilm, all provide too many results. Are there sites with dynamic search options could help those of us afflicted with this problem to narrow the list to, say, something like "south korean sci-fi in the last 5-8 years with futuristic robots, a scientists' dead son who is revived, and featuring beautiful blue-screen effects" (or something like that)?
shave
why do i keep missing hairs when shaving? [more inside]
Tell me about the property market in Sydney
How do I assess the property market in Sydney? Are there any websites or magazines or whatever that I can read to give me an idea of the quality of the suburbs and the general price in different places? I've googled, but I am finding most information too specific. [more inside]
How do I market my directory to restaurants?
How do I market my restaurant directory to restaurant owners/managers? [more inside]
Unwanted iPod vs. Happy Girlfriend
My girlfriend gave me an iPod Nano for Christmas but I was going to ask for a iPod 60GB for my birthday. What can I do? [more inside]
What is this painting?
Zipper Disease
New PCM needed for my '98 Civic's idle problem?
So I had a '98 Civic recently serviced after sitting for 6 years. The idle is intermittently shifting between roughly 1000 and 2000 rpms every 15-5 seconds depening on how warm it is. [more inside]
January 6
How can I heal my iMac?
My 20" intel iMac has gone mildly insane. I have been using it generally without problems for 8 or 9 months now.
I have a few "issues": [more inside]
posted by I, Credulous at 11:44 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by I, Credulous at 11:44 PM PST - 13 comments
Paid Search: Google or Yahoo?
Sorry for the banal question, but I have to make a decision in the next couple of weeks. We have a new website with a unique product to promote. As of 2007: Paid search. Google or Yahoo? Combination of both? What percentage for each? Does it depend on the product / website? [more inside]
Is the way I use headphones bad for my ears?
I edit video at home. It can be a fairly noisy environment as I live in a busy part of L.A. so I often use headphones while I work. Nothing odd about that; however... [more inside]
Is there a male equivalent to 'mistress'?
Is there a word to describe males that roughly equates to the word 'mistress'? [more inside]
posted by dkleinst at 7:52 PM PST - 52 comments
posted by dkleinst at 7:52 PM PST - 52 comments
How does my cat know I'm sleeping?
How can my cat tell that I am asleep? [more inside]
posted by grapefruitmoon at 7:18 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by grapefruitmoon at 7:18 PM PST - 26 comments
Easiest & Best Credentials to obtain for Finance Career
Given the following choices, which would you say is the one that takes the least effort & time to complete, but still has a significant benefit to someone looking for a job? I suppose that any of these would satisfy my curiosity, but I'm looking to satisfy the above requirements I've listed too.
1) CPA
2) CFA
3) MBA
4) JD
5) MA (assume a 36 credit program)
6) Certificate in "X"
- examples
Graduate Certificate in Real Estate
Certificate in Financial Analysis
Certificate in Accounting [more inside]
posted by Jhaus at 7:14 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Jhaus at 7:14 PM PST - 11 comments
help me find a san francisco tailor.
i'm looking for a custom men's tailor in san francisco -- someone for suits -- also, good stores to get (perhaps bespoke) shirts and ties. advice, websites?
Making the best of Netflix
What's the best way to browse Netflix? [more inside]
I need financial aid ideas for pre-college programs.
I need help finding sources of financial aid for pre-college programs besides the programs themselves. I have a feeling that organizations that might want to help me exist, but I have no clue how to go about finding them and begging them for money. Anyone done this before? [more inside]
Why discard water you've paid for?
Why do you throw away bottled water you haven't finished? [more inside]
Cables cables everywhere, and not a stereo 1/4" to dual mono 1/8" to be found
Solutions for organizing lots of different kinds of cables (xlr, 1/8 in, 1/4 in, rca, usb, firewire, ac) for easy access where space is at a severe premium?
Essays for Engineers
What readings would you recommend for a freshman composition class for Engineers? [more inside]
posted by washburn at 4:13 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by washburn at 4:13 PM PST - 13 comments
Should I get speech therapy for my son?
Should I get speech therapy for my 4 year old son? [more inside]
posted by forensicphd at 4:10 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by forensicphd at 4:10 PM PST - 36 comments
Best camera that uses the xD card?
Help me find a new digital camera that uses xD media cards. [more inside]
Prevalence of MS in the states?
GoogleFu has failed; I'm working on a project for school and I need to find the prevalence of Multiple Sclerosis for North Carolina, how the prevalence has changed over the past 50 years, and what age groups have shown the greatest increase in MS in the past 10 years. Any one know where I could find this information, not only for North Carolina, but for other states as well?
How useful is fat _really_?
Fat: Insulation, padding, and storage. But are there any drawbacks to having low bodyfat that I might encounter? I'm lowering bodyfat - currently in the realm of fitness but perhaps going to touch on the realm of vanity. There seem to be no drawbacks currently, any exceptions? How much would the benefit be and how much fat involved? Are there optimum amounts (such as a point beyond which increased fat doesn't increase how long you could survive without food)? To what extent (any?) could fat from previous rich eating help nutritionally balance an unbalanced diet later on? To what extent could it not? [more inside]
You've been approved!
Why would I need $80,000 in credit? [more inside]
Edith Hamilton killed JFK
Know any books that treat conspiracy theory as mythology? [more inside]
posted by Bookhouse at 1:42 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Bookhouse at 1:42 PM PST - 21 comments
Depressing Novels and Short Story Collections
What are some great depressing, or I should say melancholic, 21st century novels/short story collections? The latest that I have ordered is E. Annie Proulx 'Close Range: Wyoming Stories,' but that is from the late 90s.
I just cannot take the material that is being churned out in the 21st century. Most of it is pretty much the same. If it isn't formulaic mainstream work it turns out to be obscure and pointless POMO drivel.
I've scoured the 20th century and found a ton of titles, but almost nothing from the last 7 years.
The one recent gem I found is Cormac McCarthy's 'The Road'.
Thanks in advance.
Ow, my shins, my shins!
What are some good running shoes for someone with shin splints? [more inside]
posted by SpecialK at 12:51 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by SpecialK at 12:51 PM PST - 15 comments
What are those red spots on your skin?
What are those little red spots on your torso - now one of them is growing... [more inside]
Help an iTunes newbie
iTunes newbieFilter: Can I search iTunes in some kind of "more like this" format to find songs with a similar bpm/tempo to a specific song? [more inside]
The domestic martini
My parents have been given a bottle of imported gin for Christmas. They are teetotal. While I do drink, I hate gin. Does gin have any household applications? [more inside]
posted by randomination at 11:40 AM PST - 47 comments
posted by randomination at 11:40 AM PST - 47 comments
Telecommuter travel.
Travelling and telecommuting. Where would you go? [more inside]
Is Bohemia a mobile state of mind?
Where are our art movements? Where is the new Bohemia? [more inside]
Google Form History Restore?
Which index.dat file should I use to obtain accidentally erased Google form history? A little [more inside]
Can't stop the signal
How can I make my stereo receiver stop accidentally picking up AM signals? [more inside]
99 bottles of breastmilk down the drain
Tricks for getting a breast-fed baby to delight in the joys of a breastmilk filled bottle? [more inside]
No more nighttime nursing!
How do I stop my 17-month-old daughter from feeling entitled to nurse when she wakes up in the middle of the night? [more inside]
My computer left its passport at home.
Why won't my iBook G4 charge in a foreign country, even with a converter? [more inside]
Grabbing attention
How can I force new Windows apps to open in the background? [more inside]
posted by megatherium at 6:53 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by megatherium at 6:53 AM PST - 5 comments
Is someone else using my GMail?
Is there any way to check if someone else has been accessing your GMail account? [more inside]
Smelly Kitchen
I live in an apartment and when I cook (indian food) the whole place reeks of exotic spices. Does anyone know of an airpurifier that will filter out the offensive odor. I do not have a outside vent in my kitchen.
posted by Noodles at 5:48 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Noodles at 5:48 AM PST - 10 comments
Feynman Quote Demystification
There's this rather unspecific Feynman story that I keep encountering. Its formulation as found on the Internets goes
"One of the most impressive discoveries was the origin of the energy of the stars, that makes them continue to burn. One of the men who discovered this was out with his girl friend the night after he realized that nuclear reactions must be going on in the stars in order to make them shine.
She said "Look at how pretty the stars shine!"
He said, "Yes, and right now I am the only man in the world who knows why they shine."
She merely laughed at him. She was not impressed with being out with the only man who, at that moment, knew why stars shine. Well, it is sad to be alone, but that is the way it is in this world."
Does anyone know who he is talking about (Eddington? Perrin? Bethe?) and if there's any truth to the story?
posted by themel at 4:48 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by themel at 4:48 AM PST - 7 comments
In the UK, what's the usual redundancy payment?
I was recently made redundant from a job I'd worked at for 3½ years. Under UK law then, I was due a redundancy payoff of three times my weekly wage, up to a maximum of £290 weekly wage.
From my reading though, an employer could be generous and pay three times the actual wage if it was over £290 - and I'd swear this was what happened the other time I was made redundant. But what experiences have others had? [more inside]
Photo rights for advertising
My wife was contacted by an ad agency asking to use a photo she took and hosts on flickr on their client's website. They offered to credit her with the photo on the site. I've read previously on mefi about photos used for print and posters but not for feature on a website for a corporate client of the agency.
Is this standard practice? Should she worry about her rights to the photo? More inside... [more inside]
posted by clanger at 1:45 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by clanger at 1:45 AM PST - 12 comments
eat like a college student, lose weight.
Help two college students drop some fat and eat healthier. [more inside]
Commercial with Modern Romans?
I'm trying to get my hands on a TV commercial from a few years ago for some financial or business company, with a vision of a modern Roman Empire. What I remember: Caesar steps out of an SPQR limousine, illuminated by flashbulbs and surrounded by black-suited, earpieced Praetorian guard, then an image of a Roman New York, with a statue of Caesar instead of Liberty. Any pointers on finding this commercial? Also, are there any fictional works that deal with the what-if subject of the Modern Roman Empire? Thanks!
posted by nervestaple at 12:21 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by nervestaple at 12:21 AM PST - 11 comments
January 5
Forgotten fantasy novel
Forgotten book title: Several years ago, maybe more than a decade, I read a fantasy novel set in sixteenth century Britain of which I remember the barest details, though I remember enjoying it and I would like to find it again. [more inside]
posted by jb at 11:59 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by jb at 11:59 PM PST - 9 comments
Has anyone installed a solid state flash drive?
I've got an older notebook, and I was thinking it would be an interesting project to replace its 2.5" hard drive with a solid state flash drive. I'd probably just go with a 4 GB drive, and keep all my data out on the Internet. I was thinking it would extend the battery life, speed up data access, and make the machine a little quieter. Has anybody done this?
posted by fcain at 11:07 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by fcain at 11:07 PM PST - 18 comments
First Century Jesus References
I'm trying to find references to Jesus Christ in first century literature outside of the Bible. So far the only authors I've found who mention him are Thallus, Phlegon, and Josephus. Am I missing anyone else?
posted by sepsis at 10:42 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by sepsis at 10:42 PM PST - 12 comments
How to get work at tiny tech startups without knowing a friend-of-a-friend of the founder
In my 8 remaining months before I start at Stanford, I'd like to find a job at a small (1-10 people) tech startup in the Bay Area, preferably Web-related. I have previous experience at this type of company as a Web developer, and I have useful skills. The problem: I don't have a network of people to help me find such a job, and these positions seem to be given to friends-of-friends(-of-friends) of the current employees. [more inside]
posted by jbb7 at 10:15 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by jbb7 at 10:15 PM PST - 11 comments
Wedding ring - $500; Wedding - $2000; Honeymoon: $600; Spending the rest of your life with your soulmate - Priceless
Poor college student filter: I'm getting married, and have very little money. [more inside]
Microfleece Blanket Pilling
My sweetie bought me a microfleece blanket for Christmas, and it's great, except it's been pilling like there's no tomorrow, from day one. [more inside]
Next on...I Shouldn't Be Alive
I'm addicted to the Discovery Channel's show I Shouldn't Be Alive, and the soundtrack is a big part of that. So here's the obvious question: how do I get the soundtrack? [more inside]
What does failing an "integrity test" mean for me?
I failed an "integrity test" when applying for a sales job at a popular retailer. What does this mean? [more inside]
posted by mwang1028 at 9:25 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by mwang1028 at 9:25 PM PST - 34 comments
A complicated gift
Voltage converter / inflating an air mattress to be used in Italy: My friend, a sculpture instructor in Florence, Italy, is putting us up and guiding us around the city. Very cool. He has asked that we bring an air mattress with an electric pump, which he will later use for camping, also in Italy. [more inside]
What is the best way to store vinyl records over an extended period of time?
What is the best way to store vinyl records over an extended period of time? [more inside]
posted by afx114 at 8:03 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by afx114 at 8:03 PM PST - 5 comments
Sports bars in Austin?
I just moved to Austin today. Where's a good, fun place to watch the Seahawks (and the rest) playoff games tomorrow?
Mortgage fraud / ID theft victim. What next?
I recently found out that I've been a victim of mortgage fraud. In short, someone stole my identity and took out a ~400k mortgage on a house in MA, in my name and with my credit. Has anyone out there been through this? What can I expect going forward? [more inside]
How do I deal with Indeo Video 5 on OS X?
I have a set of 45 short videos that I need to batch convert to anything that plays nicely with Quicktime on OS X, which is almost anything but the .avi with Indeo Video 5 they're in now.
I tried QT Pro, ffmpeg and VisualHub before reading that Indeo and OS X just don't work together.
I have a MacBook with WinXP under Parallels to work with, but I don't know video conversion on Windows at all. It seems like VirtualDub would help, but I can't figure out the batch conversions. My attempts yield me responses like "the function SetMode was called on a stream [?] that hasn't been previously initalized with SetSource". Say what?
Two turntables and a pen and a piece of paper
Most interesting poetry which makes use found or appropriated language? [more inside]
posted by sleevener at 5:21 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by sleevener at 5:21 PM PST - 15 comments
Good Jazz bar in Chicago to hit on wife?
Need a nice dark, intimate jazz bar in Chicago on the North side to hit on my wife. Any suggestions? [more inside]
Title for a YAL girl's teen novel?
Everybody hates this, but I need help identifying a book so I can "rebuild" a preteen, YAL library... [more inside]
posted by oflinkey at 3:47 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by oflinkey at 3:47 PM PST - 11 comments
Can I ETF to the wrong name?
Banking Filter: Can I do an ETF if the bank account number is right but the name is wrong? [more inside]
How to refill a BBQ propane tank
When refilling a typical 20-pound propane tank (for an outdoor BBQ grill, if it matters), does it need to be completely empty before disconnecting from the grill and taking it to the gas station? [more inside]
I'm sorry, that's classified.
How do government employees with security clearances keep track of which information is classified and which information isn't, when they get asked questions about work that they do? [more inside]
posted by brain cloud at 2:39 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by brain cloud at 2:39 PM PST - 21 comments
Feta cheese in olive oil?
Help me marinate feta cheese in olive oil without the oil solidifying in the refrigerator. [more inside]
posted by ontic at 2:19 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by ontic at 2:19 PM PST - 12 comments
How do you make sure grandparents stay out of the picture?
How do you make sure grandparents stay out of the picture? I'd like to be a parent someday and of course successfully protect my child from harm. This would mean raising him or her without contact with my family. My greatest fear is someone forcing grandparent/other relative visitation somehow: is this even possible? Looking for opinions, anecdotes, articles, legal precedents, books, websites etc. that deal with this situation... [more inside]
How and how well does the Nike+iPod Sport Kit calculate distance?
How and how well does the Nike+iPod Sport Kit calculate distance? [more inside]
I need to find classes I can take as a non-matriculating student in the Chicago area, ASAP
I'm taking the sememster off (see my last question) to work out some personal issues, including ADD/LD. I really need to know which schools will let me take classes as a non-matriculating student, so I can work on my study skills, executive functioning, what have you, with a learning specialist. [more inside]
Order me a drink...
LiquorFilter: I need help finding a manly drink that tastes good. [more inside]
posted by ThFullEffect at 1:45 PM PST - 126 comments
posted by ThFullEffect at 1:45 PM PST - 126 comments
Can this laptop be saved?
Can this laptop be saved? eMachines M2105 bought refurbished from Tiger Direct outlet near Toronto two years ago (90 day warranty). Recently the power cord developed the "jiggle it to make it work" disease. Only it turns out that it wasn't the cord but the jack inside the computer that had the problem. Now the jack is completely loose from whatever it had been attached to and so the computer doesn't go. While online third-party parts dealers seem to have jacks for just about any other eMachines laptop, no-one seems to have this one. And the official eMachines parts supplier says I need to replace the mainboard (which costs about two-thirds of what I paid for the laptop for the part alone). [more inside]
Pluggin' up the leaky bits! Which bits are the leaky bits?
Car. Clutch. Mystery fluid. Leaking. Help! [more inside]
posted by Cat Pie Hurts at 1:22 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Cat Pie Hurts at 1:22 PM PST - 7 comments
Greatest Ask MetaFilter question ever?
I beseech thee, oh great hive mind. Help me think of some creative high school superlative ideas. [more inside]
Anyone ever heard of a skin- and hair-care brand called "Archive?"
Anyone ever heard of a skin- and hair-care brand called "Archive?" My manager got a trial size and is going batty looking for a source. [more inside]
posted by StrangeTikiGod at 1:06 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by StrangeTikiGod at 1:06 PM PST - 10 comments
Shafted
I am considering purchasing a shaft-driven bicycle, like this. Does anyone have any experience with such bikes? Maintenance/repair problems? I'm a big burly guy (if that matters) and will be using this bike to ride around to city streets for kicks and grins.
posted by browse at 12:59 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by browse at 12:59 PM PST - 18 comments
Letters to Leaders
How do I go about writing a letter to the leader of another country in hopes of getting a signed letter or photograph back? There is [more inside]
posted by CitrusFreak12 at 12:56 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by CitrusFreak12 at 12:56 PM PST - 10 comments
"People Skill" Concerns
How can I demonstrate that I'm a good employee, despite my weaknesses, and overcome what's being said about me at my last job? How can I demonstrate/prove that my "people" skills are better than my former supervisors are giving in references? [more inside]
Trucker/Cop Alliance?
Do truckers ever get paid a bonus for reporting bad drivers to the police? [more inside]
Video killed the radio star?
I've got (what I think is) an original idea for a video podcast, however I have a few quick questions. Inevitably, there's [more inside]
Who came up with this quote on meaning in creative works?
A paraphrased quote: 'As one creates (writes?), it's meaning is known to only two - himself and God. When one finishes, the meaning is only known to God.'
So, where did this quote derive from? Who originally said it? [more inside]
posted by evadery at 11:33 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by evadery at 11:33 AM PST - 5 comments
Is real estate REALLY a bad idea? If so, then what?
With the housing market slowing, where are people "in the know" putting their money so that it generates income or equity for them? How did they find out? [more inside]
posted by salvia at 11:19 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by salvia at 11:19 AM PST - 20 comments
Hey Rasta!
People on the street always look at me and say, "Rasta!" [more inside]
posted by dead_ at 11:18 AM PST - 44 comments
posted by dead_ at 11:18 AM PST - 44 comments
Troubles in the Schengen Zone!
Is it possible to get a Schengen Visa or Spanish tourist visa in a day? My girlfriend has lost her Austrian ID card which is her Schengen visa. We are due to fly to the Canary Islands a week today. Do we have any hope? Theres [more inside]
Lost Letter Laws
It's illegal to open someone's 'mail'. But when does it become mail legally? [more inside]
posted by nomisxid at 11:08 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by nomisxid at 11:08 AM PST - 9 comments
In the criminal justice system...
A friend of my brother's was arrested last night in Manhattan for DWI. What can my brother do to help him out? [more inside]
posted by schustafa at 11:08 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by schustafa at 11:08 AM PST - 3 comments
Where can I find stickers that look like thought bubbles or speech bubbles?
Where can I find stickers that look like thought bubbles or speech bubbles? This is a good example of the shapes. The size needs to be big enough to allow one to write inside the bubble with a pen or a sharpie, and the stickiness must hold it to a large photo poster.
My external hard drive is suddenly unreadable
My Lacie Big D2 500gb external hard drive is no longer seen on my powerbook or pc – how would I retrieve the data off it without handing it to a data recovery company? [more inside]
Writing Here To Avoid Writing
How can I unblock and get to work? I took on a freelance writing job that came to me from a friend/colleague with whom I've worked very successfully in the past. He pitched me to his team, we had some meetings, I got a retainer and ... was offered a different full-time, demanding job which I could not turn down. I thought I could bang out Freelance Job during my weeks before starting Real Job and now I'm stuck ... [more inside]
Should I return my shiny new 46" 1080p Samsung LCD?
Should I return my shiny new 46" 1080p Samsung LCD?
I have a real love-hate relationship with my new TV. Sometimes the image is stunning, sometimes it sucks. What's the problem? My cable signal? My cable box? My DVD player? Or the TV?
(Lots) more after the jump... [more inside]
posted by fearless_yakov at 10:27 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by fearless_yakov at 10:27 AM PST - 15 comments
Where can I find a clip-on desk tray?
Where can I get a clip-on keyboard tray (suitable for a glass topped desk) that is 70-80cm wide (so has room for a mouse as well), and under £30 (although i would be willing to go higher if needed)?
Dentist in NYC
Looking for a good dentist in New York City (Manhattan or Brooklyn) who does crowns, bridges, etc. I know this has been asked before, but I'm specifically looking for a dentist who is amenable to flexible payment arrangements, i.e. payment plans. [more inside]
Help! The squirrels are smarter than me!
Squirrels keep eating out of our bird feeders, please help! [more inside]
weird european festivals
I'm looking for quirky events or festivals around europe, especially near or around spain between january and may of this year. For example, there is an local eel tossing festival in London or a bridge jumping festival in Poland. The more fun, entertaining or quirky the festival the better!
I want to have files on my comp show up on my Tivo's browser sorted into groups, not as a flat list.
I want to have files on my PC or Mac show up on my Tivo's browser sorted into groups, not all as one flat list like they seem to do by default. [more inside]
Looking for Toronto self-employed mortgage advice
My partner and I are thinking about buying our first home in Toronto and are looking into mortgage options, but it gets a little complicated as I'm self-employed. Looking for advice on self employed mortgages or good brokers in Toronto. [more inside]
posted by pasd at 9:47 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by pasd at 9:47 AM PST - 10 comments
Help me find hills in the flatlands
Are there any places within a few hours of flat-as-a-pancake Chicago that offer a scenic, preferably hilly hiking experience?
Reality Mocks Itself.
Devil's Advocate-Filter: Help me attempt to debunk my own incident of dream precognition [more inside]
posted by hermitosis at 9:14 AM PST - 57 comments
posted by hermitosis at 9:14 AM PST - 57 comments
How do I find a gutter cleaner?
How do I find a gutter cleaner? [more inside]
How to legislators learn to legislate?
How do new legislators learn all the congressional rules of order? [more inside]
posted by empath at 8:36 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by empath at 8:36 AM PST - 14 comments
Where can I work up a sweat in Chicago?
Next month I'll be ready to take on the gym again. What gym (in Chicago) might be best for me? [more inside]
What should I be Director of?
What should my new job title be? [more inside]
Help me help someone else be the coolest guy at the meeting
I'm in the market for the host high tech PDA for showing power point presentations. [more inside]
Has the definition of a "durable good" changed?
What is the definition of a durable good? I'm looking, in particular, for a defintion tied to the amount of time the good should, um, endure. As I seem to be congenitally unable to ask a pithy here on the green, and if wonky discussions are not your thing, then be warned that there's . . . [more inside]
posted by deejay jaydee at 8:02 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by deejay jaydee at 8:02 AM PST - 14 comments
Outlook must bend to my will.
I am annoyed with switching back between my Outlook Calendar window and Inbox window. Is there a way to view my Inbox, a message pane, (abbreviated) Calendar and Tasks all on one screen? [more inside]
posted by lucyleaf at 7:51 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by lucyleaf at 7:51 AM PST - 10 comments
Strategic shopping.
My cell phone is on the fritz (it spontaneously powers off half the time and only powers on with considerable effort--it's three years old) and I'm going traveling in a week and a half. I need a phone. Like now.
Do I go ahead and pick up the Sony W810i today, or wait for an announcement from apple.
There are a few Sony's available in my area today, though they tend to go quick.
Sump pump plumber.
Please recommend a plumber in Chicago. [more inside]
Deep Sea Fishing in the Northeast?
What are some good places in the Northeast (Philly, NJ, DE, MD) to go deep sea fishing? [more inside]
Automated DYMO labeller, old style vinyl tape?
Is there a more automated Dymo label maker than can emboss on the older vinyl tape? [more inside]
posted by dagarrat at 4:01 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by dagarrat at 4:01 AM PST - 12 comments
Middle-term car storage
Safe place to store/park my car in Berkeley for 9 weeks? [more inside]
Ich suche nach einem Kurzgeschichtschreiber
Help me find the (prolific, I think) short story writer I read in high school! Fuzzy, mixed up memories inside. [more inside]
posted by !Jim at 2:41 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by !Jim at 2:41 AM PST - 9 comments
Intelligence tests
Is it possible to prepare for Intelligence tests ? If yes, what are the mainstream Intelligence tests that firms or institutions use ?
Macbook data recovery
Powerbook, er, Macbook Harddrive filter: Has anyone had real luck with "send the drive to us" data recovery firms? [more inside]
January 4
Is there a way to replace a single DVD from a television series?
This is a longshot, but is there any way to replace just a single disc of a DVD set from a television series? [more inside]
What is the deal with French books? Have you seen these things?
Why are the spines of French paperback books upside down? [more inside]
architecture of the planet of the apes, anyone?
Say something medically catastrophic happened to human beings and most of them were wiped off the earth. The buildings and monuments and such remained, intact but uncared for. How long would the highrise buildings stand and be relatively livable? How long would it take for a building to come down? [more inside]
How can I get my shower to drain water?
Because the bottom of my fiberglass shower is totally flat, the water doesn't drain down and so mildew builds up at triple the frequency. Short of replacing the shower, how can I create the effect of a downsloping shower floor?
posted by deern the headlice at 9:45 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by deern the headlice at 9:45 PM PST - 10 comments
Faster Cell Phone Text Messaging, Please!
I have Verizon Wireless cell phone service. My phone is the LG9800 (aka "The V"). In order to send a text message to someone, I have to do the following: [more inside]
Same day delivery for new furniture in Chicago?
Has anyone ever experienced having their furniture delivered to their house/apartment on the date of purchase in the Chicago area? Where can I shop that will do this? [more inside]
I Need Drinks Inspired by Famous Authors
I am hosting a literary drinking game party tomorrow night and I need author-themed drinks! Can you suggest some? [more inside]
posted by jmprice at 6:54 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by jmprice at 6:54 PM PST - 24 comments
How can I get into the other big convention in Vegas (not CES)
Yeah, I'm going to be in vegas for CES. I have Thurs free. I think I'd like to go to the AVN event....but... [more inside]
Relocation and finding an IT job in Chicago
I'm a Linux systems administrator / web programmer looking to relocate to the Chicago area in the next couple of months. Where do I start my job hunt? [more inside]
What are typical midwest fees for an interior designer?
I need an interior designer for a commercial project. What fees should I expect to pay and what is included in those fees?
I like to walk when I think, but this frequently leads to distractions. What to do?
I like to walk when I think, but this activity frequently leads to distractions. What to do? [more inside]
Why follow the news?
What are the benefits of following the news? [more inside]
Open wide -- this won't hurt a bit
I need to find a good dentist in New Orleans. [more inside]
Where to find: Avg. Home/Car prices and Avg. starting salaries, over time...
Economists/Statisticians: For which years was:
([Median New Home Price] + [Median New Car Price]) / (Average Starting Salary for a College Graduate)
The best and worst setup for the person mentioned? [more inside]
posted by cadastral at 4:45 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by cadastral at 4:45 PM PST - 18 comments
Graphics in Word
Help me place graphics in a Word document, pretty please. [more inside]
What is this thing?
Why am I suddenly getting hundreds of undeliverable email messages?
For the last few days I've been getting hundreds of "undeliverable email" messages. The sender of the undeliverable email is a garbage name at my domain. I think some bot is just cranking out these names, having found out my domain name. I'm pretty sure there is no virus on my computer; also I've been using only webmail for a while.
Is there any way to make this stop?
Why does standing in front of an elevator give me vertigo?
Why does standing in front of an elevator give me weird vertigo? It's as though the floor were moving up and down slightly. Is it just my brain anticipating the elevator motion and landing? Or am I sensing vibrations in the floor? Or some sort of air pressure thing? Or something about a vertical line dominating my field of vision? It is really dizzying and odd. Am I insane?
A Very Strange Christmas
What offbeat and/or slightly strange publications would be receptive to non-fiction writing submissions about Christmas? [more inside]
posted by iced_borsch at 3:23 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by iced_borsch at 3:23 PM PST - 5 comments
Still safe to eat?
"Refrigerate after opening," says the tomato sauce. Unfortunately, it wasn't. This was roughly 48 hours ago. (It was closed.) Still safe to eat?
siRNA woes
Attention Biochemists or Anyone Else working with RNAi-expressing cell lines: Help me troubleshoot! [more inside]
When to avoid SF Rain?
When is the best time to travel to San Francisco between January and May? [more inside]
Options for self-medicating -- not the kind in a bottle
What's the situation currently like in the US for ordering drugs over the Internet without a prescription? [more inside]
Help Me Go Back in Time....
IE Update Filter. Help Needed ASAP [more inside]
Family Practice vs. Internist: which is best for me?
DoctorPickingFilter:
I have just changed health plans, and need to find a new doctor for me & my pre-schooler. [more inside]
The coolest roadtrip ever?
Travel advice for a couple of Guys looking to make a drive to northern Florida a little more interesting? My 26 year old brother and I are planning to drive from Toronto to Destin, FLA in February. We have a few days to make the 20 hour trip and so would like to make it more interesting. [more inside]
posted by Richat at 2:24 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Richat at 2:24 PM PST - 16 comments
How should I learn to sculpt?
I'd like to learn to sculpt. Where should I start? [more inside]
posted by agropyron at 2:23 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by agropyron at 2:23 PM PST - 11 comments
Name my club night?
Need suggestions for a name for a club night... [more inside]
Dim Sum in SF
What's the best dim sum in San Francisco? Can I walk there from Union Square?
The Phantom Bathroom: Is my contractor screwing me over?
I'm renovating my Manhattan apartment -- it's in a pre-war building -- and my contractor recently told me that he needed to charge $5000 extra to fix "something they found" after tearing out the drywall in my bathroom. Is this sort of thing normal, i.e., do pre-war bathrooms tend to have undiscovered problems, or am I getting screwed?
posted by waterbottle at 2:09 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by waterbottle at 2:09 PM PST - 20 comments
AJAX/DHTML date picker that doesn't suck
I'm looking for a lightweight, reusable, "server neutral", DHTML/AJAX style date-picker calendar widget without any Internet Explorer memory leaks. Not looking like ass is a plus. Free is great, reasonably priced is fine. Does anyone have a favorite? [more inside]
posted by alana at 2:07 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by alana at 2:07 PM PST - 8 comments
Best place to grab Metro North in CT?
Popping down to NYC to visit the missus, probably taking the Metro North line into Grand Central from somewhere in Connecticut. I usually park and ride from New Haven, but would love to find a slightly smaller and more humane station further down the line. Suggestions?
Who killed the e-bill?
How come so many companies seem to be cancelling their e-bill services? [more inside]
Keeping electronics cool in enclosed spaces?
What is the best way to keep electronic devices that are in enclosed areas cool? (ie. stereo receiver, game console, etc).
I'm just got a new AV cabinet/stand that is a lot smaller than my previous one and my components are getting a lot warmer than they used to. My receiver has about 1" leeway on each side and about .5" on top. 1/3 of the rear of the cabinet is open. I also have my HTPC in there as well as my Xbox 360.
Anyone know of a simple way to keep them cooler (without adding noise or uglyness to my setup)? Would not like to cut anything.
Some ideas...
Separate the exhaust and intake (so no hot air gets recycled) by blocking the sides and top at the rear of the unit.
Put a small computer fan at the back of the stand to improve airflow?
Put a exhaust hose (a la dryer) on the receiver where the fan is.. maybe put a fan at the end of the hose to pull more air through?
Any tried and true methods that arent too complicated?
What kind of foodstuffs should I provide to the people helping me move?
What kind of foodstuffs should I provide to the people helping me move? [more inside]
Help me help my loved ones.
How can I, as a soldier, minimize the worry of those I care about? [more inside]
Map my network!
Anyone know of a visual network mapping program? [more inside]
A $100 Cat5 tester?
Please recommend a cat5/RJ45/network cable tester to troubleshoot existing wiring. [more inside]
posted by Kwantsar at 12:44 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Kwantsar at 12:44 PM PST - 9 comments
Laid off with no equity, as promised
I've just been laid off by my employer, small tech start-up, and a few fishy things linger in the air that I'm looking for guidance on. The first is that I was promised equity come Jan. 1 in exchange for being paid slave wages for half of this year. I have this promise on paper. After being laid off, I'm told I'm no longer eligible. [more inside]
posted by Pinwheel at 12:37 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Pinwheel at 12:37 PM PST - 15 comments
How can I not get sick from my flatmate being ill (again!)
How can I not get sick from my flatmate being ill (again!) [more inside]
Mac the Knife...Screwing Up My Cut Text
The best OS X Wordpress client? [more inside]
Gwumpy Tink
I'm trying to track down a denim jacket for my daughter: It's got an image of Tinkerbell on the back, focused in on her face, and Tink's grumpy. It's the perfect representation of my 4-year-old little girl. [more inside]
posted by thanotopsis at 12:14 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by thanotopsis at 12:14 PM PST - 12 comments
Quicktime: use streaming or http?
Quicktime question. I have a number of artist video files to play on a gallery website. They range in file size from 800k to 21meg (the largest). Should I use QT streaming server or just regular http? What are the benefits/drawbacks of each?
Firefox and Javascript issue
I'm looking for JavaScript code that successfully updates the href value for the "application/rss+xml" link in a way that enables the Firefox Live Bookmarks functionality to work with a href value assigned at run-time. [more inside]
posted by McGuillicuddy at 12:02 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by McGuillicuddy at 12:02 PM PST - 6 comments
Electronics 101...or lower
How to plug headphones into a TV when there's no outlet to plug them into? (for the super, super electronically clueless) [more inside]
Short art film re: Death and doves
WhatWasThatFilmFilter: What was that short black-and-white film that featured Death and the line "No, that's a different dove"? [more inside]
posted by Sprout the Vulgarian at 11:50 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Sprout the Vulgarian at 11:50 AM PST - 6 comments
How do I tell my wife she's fat?
How do I tell my wife she's fat? [more inside]
Using an opaque projector as a slide projector?
Converting an opaque projector to a decent slide projector? [more inside]
Hello, hello, hello, hello...
I'm looking for an interactive experimental website that I came across years ago that allowed you to send sound clips to be played live in a empty water tower. [more inside]
posted by brinkzilla at 11:26 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by brinkzilla at 11:26 AM PST - 4 comments
How can I tag video files of my home movies?
Help with tagging home movie video files, not DVDs. [more inside]
help me find a book
In the grand ask.mefi tradition I'm looking for the name of a book... [more inside]
posted by zeoslap at 11:12 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by zeoslap at 11:12 AM PST - 17 comments
experience with mortgage brokers
Does anyone have any experience with Mortgage Brokers that are co-owned by real estate agencies? [more inside]
How to block access to my online college account, even for me?
Ok, so my college grades weren't the best. Is there any way to disable access to my online grades? [more inside]
posted by Betty_effn_White at 10:55 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by Betty_effn_White at 10:55 AM PST - 21 comments
shhhh!
Did libraries (public and university) stop requiring people to be quiet in the last few years, or is it just me? [more inside]
posted by transona5 at 10:24 AM PST - 45 comments
posted by transona5 at 10:24 AM PST - 45 comments
Trauma? Not Trauma? You decide!
Can something non-traumatic end up as PTSD-related trauma? I already have a diagnosis, I'm just very confused about something that's been happening lately. New therapist doesn't start until next month, so no luck there - and I'm somewhat nervous about bringing this up, because it seems so STUPID. [more inside]
posted by FritoKAL at 10:13 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by FritoKAL at 10:13 AM PST - 18 comments
Help me find out if someone is spying on my computer
Can you help me diagnose if someone is spying on my computer? [more inside]
posted by RustyBrooks at 10:08 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by RustyBrooks at 10:08 AM PST - 30 comments
First Direct... more like Worst...um, something.
I need some serious assistance in dealing with the british bank, First Direct. There's [more inside]
posted by cloeburner at 10:08 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by cloeburner at 10:08 AM PST - 11 comments
How accurate is this infrared thermometer?
I got a small infrared thermometer as a gift, and I'm trying to understand how well it takes temperatures of different materials. [more inside]
posted by jaimev at 10:03 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by jaimev at 10:03 AM PST - 3 comments
Xwindows on dynamic IP?
X Windows filter: I have a Windows XP desktop with a static IP address. I connect to a unix machine and run certain programs that have graphical user interfaces, which in turn appear on my desktop monitor. I want to do the same with my laptop on a dynamic IP address, obtained automatically. HELP! [more inside]
How to find a good mother's helper or other childcare solution?
Child care solutions for working at home with a newborn? [more inside]
Advice on hotel/activities in the Dominican Republic?
Posting for a friend here... she is looking for advice on a hotel as part of an "all inclusive" beach resort package around end of February/early March, to Dominican Republic. There is a little [more inside]
Paranoia is not pretty.
How can I talk rationally to someone amazingly paranoid without further agitating them? [more inside]
take this job and.....
I did a search, but didn't find that anyone asked this specific question, so here goes:
I have been working on getting up the nerve to quit my job (not having another one lined up) for many months. [more inside]
Is there a epidemic of staph infections?
Is there a epidemic of staph infections? I have three close friends who have recently gotten bad cases of staph infections.. [more inside]
What should I bake using maple syrup?
I recently found myself in possession of a bottle of high-quality grade B maple syrup. I'd like to bake something special with it, and since the hive mind has given me good recipes in the past, figured I'd start here! What great recipes do you have that use maple syrup? [more inside]
posted by leesh at 9:01 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by leesh at 9:01 AM PST - 24 comments
Offshore design firms?
Does anyone have experience with an offshore design/illustration house? [more inside]
posted by tpl1212 at 8:59 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by tpl1212 at 8:59 AM PST - 7 comments
Track my Assets
I have been tasked with creating a I.T. Asset Management / Inventory Process for my company. We are a relatively small shop so investing in a big framework / system would be overkill. We have maybe 200+ nodes, 20 Servers, 20 laptops, 20 Blackberrys, 15 Network Printers. Essentially I would like to track inventory from procurement to disposal. Anyone have a good approach, methodology, or system that I could follow? Do I need a label maker, a spreadsheet, a WMI script? I have no clue where to start and how to do this following some best practice.
How do you avoid getting electrocuted on a subway track?
After reading this NY Times story of a man jumping on the NY subway tracks to save a man who had fallen there after a seizure: How do you avoid getting electrocuted on a subway track? [more inside]
posted by jchgf at 8:34 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by jchgf at 8:34 AM PST - 22 comments
How to find a new home for two cute kitties.
Two cats need a new home in or around NYC. Shelters not an option. Please help! [more inside]
millwork shops in Pittsburgh
Does anyone know of any good custom millwork shops in the Pittsburgh, PA area that can do custom planing of 16" wide boards (glued up)?
Power Switch for Electronics
I have been assembling some simple test equipment that involves mating an Omron digital readout to an Omron 0-5VDC pressure transducer. I have been seeing erratic zero fluctuation that appears to coincide with switching the power on and off. My background is electrical, not electronic. I suspect that there could be a voltage spike occurring when the on/off switch is used. The switch is a good quality industrial double pole rocker switch with internal illumination. I want to eliminate possible switch caused spikes as a variable in trying to figure out if anything external is causing this wandering zero. I am familiar with switches that will control spiking in an electrical circuit but not with more sensitive electronics. What type of switch do I look for in my (Digikey) catalog?
Name This Travel Show
For the life of me I cannot recall the name and It's driving me crazy. [more inside]
posted by bleucube at 7:45 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by bleucube at 7:45 AM PST - 7 comments
Repository of Michael Chabon essays?
Trying to find a Michael Chabon essay on regret and unhapppiness from Details magazine. [more inside]
Help me read more.
I read too many online articles and not enough books. Help me. [more inside]
posted by davebush at 7:41 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by davebush at 7:41 AM PST - 9 comments
Getting the most out of Fruityloops
How can I avoid the "FruityLoops Sound?" [more inside]
Building up my shoulder after a dislocation
How do I build up the muscle strength required to allow me to keep using my shoulder without surgery, after a dislocation? [more inside]
What's the step BEFORE "newbie" called?
I'm getting into learning web design -- started with the basics of HTML, XHTML, and CSS, and want to move on to JavaScript and Ajax next. Problem: I have zero, and I mean zero, programming experience. [more inside]
posted by hazelshade at 5:59 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by hazelshade at 5:59 AM PST - 15 comments
How to synchronise bookmarks between admin-locked PC and mac?
How can I synchronise bookmarks between my work PC (admin-locked, no installations possible) and home MacBook - is portable Firefox the answer? [more inside]
posted by spiff101 at 5:54 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by spiff101 at 5:54 AM PST - 9 comments
Manhattan Snackin'
Where can I find these snacks in Manhattan? [more inside]
posted by suedehead at 5:08 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by suedehead at 5:08 AM PST - 5 comments
Why is the CGI in Jurassic Park so good?
Why is the CGI in Jurassic Park so good? Despite being nearly fifteen years old, it's no worse than that in The Lord of the Rings and King Kong, and certainly better than the recent Star Wars movies. [more inside]
posted by caek at 4:24 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by caek at 4:24 AM PST - 29 comments
Planetary Magnetic Field Replacement
The magnetic field of the earth isn't that strong, right? So what would it take to replace it? [more inside]
Tried the other place...
From where do these lyrics come? [more inside]
January 3
Overreacting or do I seriously have a problem?
How do I overcome being an emotional failure? [more inside]
corporations law
What is the difference between enjoining a transaction and setting aside a transaction? This is in the context of corporations law and conflicting interest transactions.
posted by KimikoPi at 10:42 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by KimikoPi at 10:42 PM PST - 2 comments
Pre-built MythTV boxes?
I'd like to buy a pre-built MythTV box. Any recommendations? [more inside]
Books on Startup Management?
I'm now managing my third startup, having successfully built and sold the first two. Nonetheless, despite my supposed expertise, I often have the sense that I'm totally faking it, completely flying blind.
Are there any good books on startup company management? All the entrepreneurship books I've found are exceedingly basic, and focus only on business plan writing / fundraising; conversely, all the standard management books seem tailored only to Fortune 500s.
Anything in between? A good book on how to manage a fast-growing (and, this time, non-tech) startup company day to day?
Wireless Router Connectivity Blues
Help me get my wireless router to connect to the internet. [more inside]
Santa Monica Loves Tickets
What should I do when I go to traffic court to ask for '2nd-chance' traffic school in Santa Monica? [more inside]
Titles have always been hard for me.
Help me name my comic, please! [more inside]
Is this management job worth it?
Should I take this non-profit job or shove it? [more inside]
posted by parmanparman at 7:43 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by parmanparman at 7:43 PM PST - 18 comments
Laughing clubs
Laughing clubs: I'm curious about laughing clubs or laughter yoga. For those who have done it, did you end up really laughing? Did it make you happier, healthier, funnier? What was it like? Bonus points if you can recommend a club in NYC.
Is Japan the Life Changing Experience I need?
Help me decide if teaching English in Japan is the experience I need. (see inside.) [more inside]
Inevitable(?) Divorce Filter
My wife has, um, picked and chosen which of her marriage vows she's going to keep to. I am facing probable divorce (initiated by me, I imagine). I need insight, maybe advice. There's a whole boatload [more inside]
Hey, watch this!
Is there a way to monitor internal (i.e. behind the firewall) web pages for changes? I’m looking for a piece of software that works like WatchThatPage, but running from my PC (which is on the corporate LAN via VPN) instead of as an external service. [more inside]
posted by JParker at 6:57 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by JParker at 6:57 PM PST - 7 comments
le grand bleu
How do you learn to hold your breath underwater for longer?
"Keep ancient lands, your storied juice!" cries he!
Innovative juice ideas/recipes? [more inside]
Thoughts on consulting: Hell or just Heck?
Thoughts on consulting: Hell or just Heck? Despite the headline, I'm interesting on hearing both negatives and the positives. It's that time of year again where people freak out about getting their BA and then embarking on the Great Hereafter, and somewhere in this path, the mutterings of 'consulting' are heard. Weigh in, AskMe. [more inside]
Should I buy a Mac ahead of MacWorld?
Should I buy a Mac ahead of MacWorld?
Fed up with a lifetime of dying PCs, I am about to make the switch to a MacBook. I can get a friend to bring it to the UK from the US (price difference $1000 - what gives??) next week, but would have to do so before Macworld. Do they normally announce new specs at the show and slash prices on the old computers the day after?
posted by csg77 at 5:55 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by csg77 at 5:55 PM PST - 23 comments
How can a chocolate girl find fabulous foundation?
Is there a line of makeup with a wide range of undertones for a chocolate girl? [more inside]
How do I create PDF forms from Access/Excel data?
I need to generate fillable PDF forms with calculations from an Access db or Excel spreadsheet. [more inside]
Caribbean Canadian Bacon
Can I get Canadian bacon at a grocery store in St. Thomas (US VI)? Furthermore, what other differences from typical American suburban grocery stores will I find there? [more inside]
Bruxism / nightguard
Bruxism filter: Getting a nightguard sans dentist. [more inside]
What to do in Santa Barbara
What is there to do in Santa Barbara? [more inside]
Attack of the Killer Mutant Beard Hairs
I have these strange mutant beard hairs. They're thick, black, ropelike, and don't have a white follicle when I pull them out. What's the deal with them? [more inside]
Chat without IM software?
Is there a website that people can use to chat and IM without actually using the the IM software? I thought I had read about such a site in an article about teens outsmarting the filters on their school computers, but I cannot remember what the site was called. Does this ring a bell with anyone?
posted by foxinthesnow at 3:33 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by foxinthesnow at 3:33 PM PST - 22 comments
Auto accidents involving undeclared immigrants
Immigration Statistics: I'm trying to find statistics on auto accidents involving undeclared immigrants. My google-fu is failing me. Any suggestions?
How to sell my work
Life Size Chess Piece Materials
What should I use to make life-size chess pieces? [more inside]
What short film did my teacher show us repeatedly in 1983?
What short film did my teacher show us repeatedly in 1983? [more inside]
posted by DefendBrooklyn at 3:12 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by DefendBrooklyn at 3:12 PM PST - 8 comments
What tech to learn for a good jobby job.
What tech skills should I pick up to help in my job search after I graduate from college? [more inside]
Snake?
Can you identify this little skull my daughter and I found by the side of the road? [more inside]
posted by Turtles all the way down at 1:44 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by Turtles all the way down at 1:44 PM PST - 24 comments
Cycling miles to running miles. What's the conversion ratio?
I'm training for an ultramarathon in the summer and I'm trying to get my weekly mileage totals up. However, there might be several times a week when I'll be mountain biking circa 80 km/50 miles in a day. My question is: if I was to try and convert these cycling miles into running miles, how many running miles would 50 cycling miles be worth? What would the conversion ratio be like? [more inside]
posted by dropkick at 1:39 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by dropkick at 1:39 PM PST - 20 comments
Thumbthing's wrong with my iMac's USB ports
OSXFilter: Because AskMeFi is where all the coolest Mac nerds hang... On my iMac 24", USB thumb drives and memory cards are failing when copying files. The specific symptom is that the file transfer will hang, and the only way to recover is to manually remove the device from the port. [more inside]
posted by baltimore at 1:28 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by baltimore at 1:28 PM PST - 15 comments
How to cope with a MLM-programmed sibling?
My older brother, who has been swindled by MLM (multi-level marketing) scams in the past, has gotten involved in yet another. Have any of you dealt with a family member in this situation? Is there anything I can do, or do any of you have suggestions on how to cope with this? [more inside]
Help me start a student newspaper.
I've been assigned with starting up a high school's student newspaper. Only problem is I don't know where to begin and need your help! [more inside]
China and Me
So, I've decided that I am going to spend next year in China... There's [more inside]
Injured man at Coney Island Polar Bear Club swim?
I was at the Coney Island Polar Bear Club's New Year's Day swim. It was a great event, except for the fact that someone one was injured (perhaps a broken neck). Does anyone out there know exactly what happened to this person and if they're allright?
Don't vouch for me!
How can I get a coworker to stop vouching for my time or presence? [more inside]
My father has been scammed! By Travelcomm! Help!
Anyone with experience on getting vacations from the scam co Travelcomm, please advise. Alternatively, if you can help me get my money back, all the better...
For you innocents, read and beware! [more inside]
posted by beautiful at 12:36 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by beautiful at 12:36 PM PST - 9 comments
what to use
I would like to take close up photos of hands and eyes of people. My question relates to what lenses should I use. [more inside]
Help me keep my cat
My four month old seems to be having an allergic reaction to my cat. What options do I have that include keeping the kitty. More inside please. [more inside]
posted by toomuch at 12:04 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by toomuch at 12:04 PM PST - 34 comments
Why is my throughput so low?
My Google-FU has failed me. Is there any Linux software that will help me measure throughput? there's a bit [more inside]
the cows are back in town
A long time ago I cherished a shirt. It had a drawing of a whale on it, below text that read "Save The Cows." A speech bubble attached to the whale read "I am not a cow." Either that or the roles were reversed. Or they could have been different animals entirely - though I doubt that. Where did this adorable tee come from? There is nothing - NOTHING - more inside. Except your answers. I hope.
Where to get bread in Los Angeles?
Where can I find decent sandwich bread in Los Angeles? [more inside]
Going down... and staying there.
How do I rid myself of this recent pill-swallowing phobia? [more inside]
Experts say Brand X is now significantly less distinguishable from name brands!
For which products or services is it worth it to buy name brand instead of generic brand? When will brand X do just as well, or even better?
Help me organize the photos at work please!
Creatives Asset Management: Any suggestions for organizing creatives, mostly photos but some otherwise, across a network that doesn't cost thousands of dollars? [more inside]
excuses to wear cuff links?
Excuse to wear cuff links? [more inside]
Ordained as a minister in NYC?
How does one get ordained as a minister in NYC, so that they can perform legally binding weddings?
What to do in Ireland for a single traveler?
Lost in Ireland: I'm a thirtysomething single woman who would like to spend some time in Ireland, anywhere from 2 to 5 weeks, probably in March or April. What to do? [more inside]
Using multiple home broadband connections?
How can I best use multiple home broadband connections? [more inside] [more inside]
Drowning by numbers
Plumbing question. Bring your knowledge of water use. [more inside]
posted by NekulturnY at 10:13 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by NekulturnY at 10:13 AM PST - 17 comments
make-sweet-ass-computer-NOW
Custom computer! How? [more inside]
IE printing issue
Why won't Internet Explorer print images from a web site? [more inside]
Best (safest) etiquette for motorcycle traffic stops
What's the proper etiquette for being pulled over while on a motorcycle? [more inside]
Venue reviews on the web, by and for musicians?
Are there any websites where musicians review venues at which they've performed, in terms of staff, crowd, sound system, payment policies, etc.? It seems like there must be, but I've not found anything via Google. In particular I'm interested in reviews of NYC venues. [more inside]
My family is a mess.
How-I-Spent-My-Xmas-Holiday-Filter: Please help me get my head straight in light of family sexual abuse revelations. This is a long one. [more inside]
How does a shy gal get laid?
How does a shy gal get laid?
I had this whole post planned out about how I like this boy, and how wonderful he is, but really, when all is said and done...I just want to screw him. How do I go about this? [more inside]
Shakes On A Plane
My SO (female) started laughing loudly on a recent plane journey. She has flown a lot in the past and had stated that she is increasingly nervous about the experience. What gives? [more inside]
Renting DVD players for long flights
My wife and I are travelling from O'Hare to Tokyo to Bangkok next week. We don't have the ability to bring our laptop, but I was wondering if there's a way to rent a DVD player for the trip -- either a service that operates out of O'Hare and NRT or BKK, or something where I could rent it for the trip, lock it up in a BKK locker, and retrieve it for the plane rides home. [more inside]
posted by sandor at 9:34 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by sandor at 9:34 AM PST - 10 comments
Redirecting with htaccess
Taking a site offline with .htaccess. I have a server which is running in production, but I want to take it offline for some maintenance. While I want everyone who calls at any URL to be redirected to index.html, I want admins to be able to view the site in full. [more inside]
posted by fightorflight at 9:33 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by fightorflight at 9:33 AM PST - 6 comments
Essential Indie Songs
I've seen many lists of essential indie bands and albums but never really a list of songs. What individual songs do you feel are absolutely essential for indie music fans? Old or new, any musical style. I'm interested in what you feel HAS to be mentioned when your favorite indie songs are discussed. Thanks....
Green Boots Cave
Can anyone locate a picture of Green Boots Cave. The one (and only?) on Everest. I know it is a bit morbid, but I simply have not been able to find one on the web. There was a picture in The Sunday Times Magazine a few months back, but it was not reproduced online. The Falling Man seems to be a dime a dozen, but Green Boots? No sign.
posted by roryks at 9:24 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by roryks at 9:24 AM PST - 3 comments
Wire my granny!
What are some wonderful things with which to fill granny's new iMac? [more inside]
posted by Scram at 9:09 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Scram at 9:09 AM PST - 7 comments
Using Uni-ball Jetstream refills in non-Jetstream pen bodies?
As a left-hander, I've struggled to find a pen that writes smoothly but dries almost immediately so the ink doesn't smear when my hand passes across it. The the Uni-ball Jetstream fits this bill nicely. Some have criticized it as too smooth, but I like it. It offers me the smooth lines of a gel ink without the goopyness.
Unfortunately, I'm also a devotee of weighty, elegant, well-made writing instruments. Though I've given up on using fountain pens for anything other than a signature, I can live with the size and style of a good rollerball design.
Are there any high-quality pen bodies (Waterman, Pelikan, Montblanc, etc.) that will accept a Uni Jetstream refill? I've had trouble finding any information regarding the cross-compatability of refill cartridges, and I'm unwilling to buy another $100+ pen only to learn that the ink is unsuitable for me.
Of course, if you can recommend a fountain pen that will fit the bill, I'd love to hear about it. But my experience has been that, even using extra-fine nibs and specialty inks, I have to choose between smearing the page or literally scratching my letters into the page.
posted by strunkl at 9:02 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by strunkl at 9:02 AM PST - 9 comments
I need to learn to manage my money.
I'm a Canadian financial moron. I need to de-moronify. [more inside]
Possibly moving to Ontario, California
Posted previously asking about a move to Los Angeles area, more specifically Ontario, California (40 miles NE of LA)
I have questions regarding the area, cost of living, nice neighborhoods etc. [more inside]
Matters to tend to or Matters to attend to?
EnglishAsASecondLanguageFilter: Does one have matters to attend to or matters to tend to? Justify your answer for extra credit.
posted by falameufilho at 8:43 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by falameufilho at 8:43 AM PST - 22 comments
Steps to start a business?
Questions about how to start a business (brick & mortar). [more inside]
Tax accountant in Toronto?
Freelance artist seeks accountant in Toronto. [more inside]
posted by Robot Johnny at 8:35 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Robot Johnny at 8:35 AM PST - 7 comments
Possible Career ideas?
Trying to find ideas for my husband's career path, who has a degree but it isn't from the U.S. we're not sure where to start? [more inside]
grim rock autobiographies
Does anyone have good examples of rock autobiographies or biographies which give an honest account of life on the road? [more inside]
free internet in Philly?
Help me get a clue on my future options.
I'm about to graduate and have no clue about the options for my future, and no one to talk to about it. Help me get a clue. [more inside]
How do I transfer jpeg photo files to a CD?
I can't believe I don't know this, but how do I transfer jpeg photos from my computer to a writeable CD? I tried to write the files to a CD-RW, but Windows XP keeps telling me the disk is not compatible. It's just a standard CD-RW I bought at Staples. Do I need some sort of special Picture CD or something?
Where is my Calendar?
Can an Outlook contact file be recovered after the HD has been wiped and the OS is reinstalled? [more inside]
abdominal aortic aneurysm
abdominal aortic aneurysm filter: My 53 year old mother-in-law was just rushed to the hospital and was diagnosed with a 7cm abdominal aortic aneurysm. Apparently it was caught just before it was about to rupture. The doctors are currently trying to figure out best procedure to deal with this since some blood has been leaking into areas it wasnt supposed to. Anyways, my question is has anyone ever dealt with this? What should my expectations be? Survivability? After operation? Thanks.
posted by flipmiester99 at 5:49 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by flipmiester99 at 5:49 AM PST - 4 comments
optimize and monitor windows XP
What is a good performance monitoring and optimizing program for windows xp? [more inside]
Adding dry ingredients.
Why do recipes that call for certain items in small quantities -- salt, baking powder, etc. -- instruct you to mix the item in with the other dry ingredients first, rather than to add them right to the wet? It would seem that adding 1 tsp. of salt to the eggs/milk would mean that it would disperse and disolve better than if you added it to the flour/sugar and then added that whole mix to the wet.
Is it cheaper to heat a whole house using gas or to use an electric space heater for one room?
Will it cost less to run a gas furnace to heat the entire house or to use a space heater to heat one room? [more inside]
posted by perpetualstroll at 3:49 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by perpetualstroll at 3:49 AM PST - 16 comments
Best CMS for a closed but transparent bid for services website?
Best CMS for a closed but transparent bid for services website? [more inside]
Are my chest pain and shortness of breath cause by stress?
Could a recurring pain in my chest and recent shortness of breath be caused by stress, or something more serious? [more inside]
How to be a more stoic bitch in the face of a break up?
How do I deal with an emotional roller coaster ride with my (now) ex boyfriend? [more inside]
Ogg compatible Mac itunes replacement?
What alternatives are there to itunes on the Mac that fully support ogg files (inc metadata, syncing to a DAP and playlist creation). [more inside]
posted by sdevans at 1:40 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by sdevans at 1:40 AM PST - 10 comments
Gotta learn Westlaw... and learn it fast!
Westlaw: How can I learn to use it as quickly as possible? [more inside]
January 2
WHY NO PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION IN CALIFORNIA WHYYYYYYYY
I'd like to learn to drive as quickly as possible. How can I expedite the process? [more inside]
Where do I find c++ coders?
How do I find C++ progammers? (Not a jobs post... more inside) [more inside]
posted by bryanboyer at 11:40 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by bryanboyer at 11:40 PM PST - 13 comments
Advanced CSS: can I float right with cropping on the left?
I want to float a css element to the right and have the left side get cropped when I shrink the window size. [more inside]
posted by jragon at 11:02 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by jragon at 11:02 PM PST - 6 comments
Holy Salt! I'm knee deep in it!
I've come into a great quantity of salt and I'd like to know what I can do with it. I am recently the proud owner of 4 lbs. of high quality sea salt; is there anything that I could possibly put it to use for in the short term?
(side note: there is no ice on the ground and I don't do meat)
Timestamps in ircII?
ircII: How can I display timestamps next to each message? [more inside]
posted by PuGZ at 10:59 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by PuGZ at 10:59 PM PST - 4 comments
Gum trauma causes painful white blister?
About 6 days ago I was brushing my teeth and I jammed the plastic edge of my toothbrush hard against my lower right-hand outside gum. There wasn't any blood, but in the days since, some sort of white blister has developed and is sensitive to the touch. It looks like a short (inch-long) line along my gum where the toothbrush hit. Any ideas how long this will take to go away, and if there's anything I can do to speed that up? Thanks!
Alt-music choices for black teens
If you're young, black and alternative who or what do you listen to? [more inside]
St Petersberg for dummies
What do you do when you're in St Petersberg (Russia) for a month with no understanding of the language and no local contacts? [more inside]
posted by Silentgoldfish at 10:23 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Silentgoldfish at 10:23 PM PST - 13 comments
Please help me find a suitable virtual private server provider.
Please help me find a suitable VPS provider. [more inside]
posted by sequential at 10:13 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by sequential at 10:13 PM PST - 10 comments
Did Minute Maid (Coca Cola) kill my tree?
Childhood Memory Filter: In the 80s each of my family members collected UPC's from Minute Maid juice boxes... if you collected a certain # of upcs you would get your name written at the bottom of a red wood tree in California. [more inside]
Do so-called 'upconverting' DVD players upconvert 480p to 720/1080 over component cables?
Do so-called 'upconverting' DVD players upconvert 480p to 720/1080 over component cables? Is the difference between HDMI and component cables noticeable when watching standard DVDs on an HDTV? [more inside]
posted by drgonzo at 9:30 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by drgonzo at 9:30 PM PST - 14 comments
Can I work from home doing a real job?
I would like to work part time from home, earn a reasonable wage (at least $10/hour and preferably more), have some job security, and if possible set my own hours. Is that realistic? And how can I do it? [more inside]
The Cold Hard Tooth, Ow!
Delayed cold sensitivity in teeth? Anyone know what this is? It's not quite a brain-freeze, not actually cold-sensitivity, it's exactly this: 45 minutes to an hour after I eat something frozen, I get a sharp ache deep inside in my upper gums/skull (about where the canine eminence lies). [more inside]
posted by kokogiak at 9:20 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by kokogiak at 9:20 PM PST - 7 comments
Blame the caffeine for all the 5 a.m. phone calls
[Insecure Female Filter] Help me feel less clingy when asking for affection from or even just displaying it to my more stoic significant other. Back story & lots [more inside]
posted by Phire at 9:07 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Phire at 9:07 PM PST - 17 comments
Metronidazole, how long will it make me ill?
i'm taking Metronidazole, and carithromycin, for a peptic ulcer. the metronidazole seems to be making me sick. [more inside]
What cars are big on the inside?
Searching for cars by interior space? [more inside]
Did Clement Cadou exist?
In Enrique Vila-Matas novel Bartleby & co. everyone seems to be real. He talks about Duchamp, for example, and about B. Traven, the mysterious author of Treasure of the Sierra Madre. But he also talks about Clément Cadou, a supposed painter who only painted furniture and dubbed them "self-portraits" and whose epitaph was about himself, as a piece of furniture. Is Cadou real? [more inside]
Anyone able to rip a video from the dotcomedy site?
Anyone able to rip a video from the dotcomedy site? [more inside]
Doesn't this thing require bullets or something?
Gun care and the newbie. How do I care for my new single shot rifle? [more inside]
posted by YoBananaBoy at 8:05 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by YoBananaBoy at 8:05 PM PST - 16 comments
Looking for a lodge in the Boundary Waters
I'll be running a marathon in Duluth, MN, in June and would like to stay at a wilderness lodge with my brother and parents for 3-4 days afterward to relax. Where should I go? [more inside]
How seriously are drug companies researching alternative medicine?
How do I find out what percentage of pharmaceutical research is directed towards 'natural remedies' and how much is directed towards 'typical' scientific research? [more inside]
posted by fsmontenegro at 7:56 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by fsmontenegro at 7:56 PM PST - 8 comments
How does one dispose of medical waste?
How can you get rid of medical waste in Toronto? [more inside]
posted by Drunken_munky at 7:37 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Drunken_munky at 7:37 PM PST - 7 comments
How to Pair Logitech Bluetooth Headphones to Samsung Phone?
How can I pair Logitech Freepulse Bluetooth headphones with my Samsung D900 phone? [more inside]
My Own Ringtones
Complete lyrics to this song?
It's a Rainbow. Actually, it's more like half of a rainbow at the moment. Care to help me find the remainder of the lyrics? I've already exhausted simple Google searches, unfortunately, and there's much [more inside]
posted by The Confessor at 7:10 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by The Confessor at 7:10 PM PST - 4 comments
How to create text-to-speech in Adobe Flash?
I'm trying to create a Flash application that will accept user-inputted text, then turn it into cheesy computer-generated speech. I'm hoping there's a Flash library or pre-built application that does this, but I haven't been able to find such a thing. I would prefer the final app be in Flash, but I am open to other solutions. Cost not an issue.
Old Kids' Games for G3 iMac?
Help me find old Macintosh games for the kids. Specs and ages inside. [more inside]
posted by ZakDaddy at 6:33 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by ZakDaddy at 6:33 PM PST - 14 comments
How to quiet down my noisy Asian neighbors.
What's the best way to get the young Asian couple next door to quiet down their arguments? [more inside]
Tips on taking a family portrait for the ages
Family Portrait -- How do we do it ourselves? [more inside]
She supposedly looks the most like me of all my sisters.
What should my family do about my "long-lost" half-sister when her caretaker dies? [more inside]
Help me automount my smb share in Apple OS X (reward inside)
Here's what I know: I can access my smb share without difficulty via the Finder/Network or by mounting it manually, but what I can't seem to do is automount my samba share on boot/login. There's a reward and twice more inside. [more inside]
posted by furtive at 5:51 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by furtive at 5:51 PM PST - 13 comments
Job Search Tracker: If It Is a CRM, am I the Customer?
I am starting a job search in earnest and I have been getting great response, thankfully. I am concerned, however, that something may slip through the cracks, as calls and contacts are coming in from all directions (e-mail, voicemail, others). Is there a low- or no-cost option to manage the contacts in one location (web site, computer, web server, etc.)? More details below... [more inside]
posted by JLobster at 5:51 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by JLobster at 5:51 PM PST - 6 comments
I need professional help. Really.
Can you recommend a home organizer in Toronto? [more inside]
posted by jacquilynne at 5:36 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by jacquilynne at 5:36 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me chill out in Palm Springs
Looking for recommendations for spa/lodging in Palm Springs or Desert Hot Springs. [more inside]
posted by scody at 5:11 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by scody at 5:11 PM PST - 5 comments
Mine goes up to eleven
Do-it-yourself electronics: Building a volume knob. [more inside]
posted by etc. at 5:02 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by etc. at 5:02 PM PST - 17 comments
Where can I find Alberta Springs 10 Yr Old Canadian Rye Whisky in the U.S.?
Where, or how, can I get Alberta Springs 10 Year Old Canadian Rye Whisky in the U.S.? [more inside]
posted by SMELLSLIKEFUN at 4:17 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by SMELLSLIKEFUN at 4:17 PM PST - 12 comments
Is my PowerBook only a paperweight now?
About 4 months ago, my beloved PowerBook got in the way of a cup of coffee. The geniuses at the Apple Store said that the hard drive was completely fried, that the computer has become a paperweight and none of the information can possibly be retrieved. They said if anyone could retreive the information, which was doubtful, it wasn't them and that it would probably cost me a thousand dollars or more. (More information...) [more inside]
What to do with my girlfriend?
Is it fair to break up with someone over the 'business side' of a relationship? [more inside]
Seedy clementines.
Botany filter: Is there anyway to guarantee that the clementines I buy will be seedless? I read on wikipedia that the loss of the seedless characteristics happen when bees cross-pollinate them with other fruit. So, other than raising my own clemintines in a bee-free zone, anyone have any suggestions?
posted by zackola at 3:36 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by zackola at 3:36 PM PST - 11 comments
Drunk Driver Totalled My Car & My Neck!
I was rear-ended pretty hard by a drunk driver while I was driving. I will have medical bills that are pretty high, and my neck will probably be messed up for months (at least). Will the insurance companies pick this up sufficiently, or should I seek legal counsel, who wants 1/3 of the recovery? This happened in Kansas. Anyone who has been through this type of situation, please help!! [more inside]
MBA level work from home
Looking for work ideas that utilizes a fresh MBA that can be done from home. [more inside]
Topical movies?
I am looking for movies about summer camp, movies about people lost at sea, movies about private school, and movies about World War I. Thanks for any suggestions.
Yoga in the Bay Area
Where are some good yoga classes in San Francisco or Oakland/Berkeley? [more inside]
Allergies and down filling
Any recommendations on allergy proofing a down comforter? [more inside]
All Your $$$ Are Belong To Us!
Sue a software vendor for financial loss caused by security flaws in their software? [more inside]
posted by mooders at 2:06 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by mooders at 2:06 PM PST - 4 comments
What can I do to improve my cellphone reception indoors?
What can I do to improve my cellphone reception inside my house, and not one of the scammy crap things than I see available in spam and Google searches on this subject? [more inside]
posted by Kickstart70 at 1:50 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Kickstart70 at 1:50 PM PST - 10 comments
Help w/ importing flatfiles!
Flat file importing best practices? tips? ideas? [more inside]
What's the easiest way for my father-in-law to sell his book collection?
My father-in-law's basement is filled with hundreds of old books, inherited from his parents. What's an easy way for him to sell them? [more inside]
East-coast aimless seeking target
Post-B.A., quarter-life crisis time! Move to DC? NYC? Somewhere else entirely? [more inside]
posted by youcancallmeal at 12:57 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by youcancallmeal at 12:57 PM PST - 20 comments
IKEA duvet cover confusion
Am I missing something with my IKEA duvet cover? Is the slit at the bottom supposed to just hang open messily? It looks nicer in the catalog photos.
help me be DeMille for 60 seconds - for free
Wanted: Decent, small, lightweight, free, safe software for doing very basic editing of Quicktime movies (on a PC, not a Mac).
Pattern Matching
FashionFilter: How do I match patterns? I can work with color pretty well but patterns are a mystery to me. [more inside]
posted by jason's_planet at 12:36 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by jason's_planet at 12:36 PM PST - 13 comments
"Training a beard" for an electric razor
Why would my beard need to "get used" to an electric razor? [more inside]
posted by Prospero at 12:29 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Prospero at 12:29 PM PST - 17 comments
Is it 'Air Force One' even if you're a deceased President?
I know ex-Presidents of the USA are still referred to as 'President' (presumably a courtesy term), so would a plane carrying a deceased ex-president still be referred to as 'Air Force One'?
New futon mattress help.
In 2000 I bought a really sweet mission style futon frame, but with a totally shoddy mattress. Time for a new one. [more inside]
Is there a social networking site for writers?
Is there a social networking site for writers? [more inside]
posted by kingtaj at 12:03 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by kingtaj at 12:03 PM PST - 13 comments
Health Career matrix
I would very much like to locate a list of most (if not all) careers in health and medicine that correlates the required level of education, years and study focus, as well as expected income levels.
posted by BrodieShadeTree at 12:01 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by BrodieShadeTree at 12:01 PM PST - 1 comment
What is it like to be a large animal/rural veterinarian?
What is it like to be a large animal/rural veterinarian? [more inside]
posted by internet!Hannah at 11:26 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by internet!Hannah at 11:26 AM PST - 6 comments
Grow-A-Spine
I think my neighbors are taking advantage of me. How can I grow a spine? [more inside]
posted by Airhen at 11:11 AM PST - 68 comments
posted by Airhen at 11:11 AM PST - 68 comments
I don't want to have videoteleconferencing nightmares..
Help me find this free videoteleconferencing application I saw online a while back. [more inside]
What does my wife's reaction to sugar mean?
Whenever my wife eats candy like Starbust, Skittles, Big Red gum, etc. she starts perspiring and getting really hot in her face. Could this be an allergic reaction or be related to diabetes?
I would like to be closer to my dad.
I would like to be closer to my dad. [more inside]
Jammed finger swollen three weeks later
Jammed my thumb playing basketball, does it need an x-ray? [more inside]
help me identify a picasso painting
In the film 'Pleasantville' Jeff Daniels has a book of paintings, one of which shows a weeping woman, presumably by Picasso. It's not Weeping Woman (1937) and I can't find a picture of it online. Does anyone know which painting it is??
posted by leibniz at 10:10 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by leibniz at 10:10 AM PST - 12 comments
Where to eat in Calgary?
Where to eat in Calgary? [more inside]
Taco Bell Commercial
Taco Bell has been running a commercial this past weekend during many of the bowl games with Carmen Electra in it. Can anyone tell me who the female actor was that was sitting in the room with the two guys talking about how unlikely it was that one of the guys had broken up with Carmen Electra? [more inside]
posted by chiababe at 9:12 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by chiababe at 9:12 AM PST - 3 comments
Herzog's Lessons of Darkness
In Werner Herzog's Lessons of Darkness there are a few images toward the end of oilfield workers igniting uncapped oil wells. Presuming these are the same workers who had been working to put out the oil field fires (and I think they are), why are they igniting those wells? [more inside]
I'm a reasonably smart guy stuck in a bad job. How do I do more with myself?
Here-We-Go-Again-Filter: What'd you do with your life? How'd you get there? Plenty more inside. [more inside]
posted by GilloD at 8:58 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by GilloD at 8:58 AM PST - 23 comments
You don't know what you've got til you realize you never had it.
I often hear people describing "lost revenue" when they mean "revenue that we expected to earn, but didn't." To me, this is an important distinction: if you never had something, you can't lose it.
Is there an alternate term to describe what I'm talking about? "Missed revenue," perhaps?
Seeking DC area dentist for a crown
DC dentist recommendation? [more inside]
How can an extremely obese and underconditioned man begin exercising?
Is walking at your normal walking rate, but increasing the distance you walk, sufficient enough to be considered exercise? Can anyone recommend exercises for people who are very underconditioned and extremely obese, but not in poor cardiac health? And, finally, is there a medical professional who is the equivalent of a gym's personal trainer? (More inside.) [more inside]
Help me not shatter my cell phone!
I am looking for a new cell phone, and I like the the Crazr. But I drop my current phone all the time, and very few (new, full-featured) phones out now look like they can stand up to that. Help me find a new phone! [more inside]
posted by sLevi at 8:01 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by sLevi at 8:01 AM PST - 20 comments
Sunk Enemy Vessels
Would the Navys of the 18-19th centuries share information about a warship sunk with all hands? [more inside]
Executive Seminars in the USA?
LeadershipFilter: Where are the best Executive Development courses being held in the USA these days? [more inside]
posted by dirtynumbangelboy at 7:44 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by dirtynumbangelboy at 7:44 AM PST - 8 comments
Find The Singer
Asking for a friend: Here is a music mystery I need help to solve:
There is a band from Japan called Buffalo Daughter that, in 2003, released an album called Pshychic, which consists of 5 tracks: [more inside]
posted by KevinSkomsvold at 6:48 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by KevinSkomsvold at 6:48 AM PST - 27 comments
Alternative to IP rights?
Has anyone written about what a world without (or with very limited) intellectual property rights would be like? Alternatively, are there other models for encouraging creativity without IP rights? [more inside]
Help me find an entry-level Math/CS job.
I will be graduating with a B.A. in Math/C.S. in two years. What sort of job should I be looking for now? [more inside]
posted by philomathoholic at 2:39 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by philomathoholic at 2:39 AM PST - 8 comments
January 1
Craigslist Mashup Thing
What is the website that takes craigslist and other local online classifieds and aggregates them into one? [more inside]
I saw a neat shirt on Mythbusters. Where can I get it?
Earlier tonight, during the Mythbusters marathon, I saw various 'Busters wearing a "WARNING: SCIENCE IN PROGRESS" shirt. It had a sign with an explosion and a guy fleeing the blast. I've searched around, but have not been able to find it. Anyone know where they got 'em?
Yellow first down line doesn't show up to game.
Yellow first down line, but not in bad weather? [more inside]
posted by unreasonable at 9:34 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by unreasonable at 9:34 PM PST - 14 comments
Wait! Don't move the truck!
Has anybody ever filed a claim on a personal articles policy with State Farm? If so, what was the process? how long did it take? do they replace your stuff or give you $ to buy it yourself? I'm especially interested in answers that pertain to camera equipment. [more inside]
Ideas on learning conversational Italian quickly?
I am heading to Italy in March, What is the best way to learn some conversational Italian quickly? [more inside]
posted by OzMoges at 9:17 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by OzMoges at 9:17 PM PST - 8 comments
Reading material on English language origins
I want to learn more about the origins of the English language and about the roots of English words. [more inside]
Could HIV be frozen out?
My mantra don't work no more.
When I was a kid, sometimes I would take a word (any word) and repeat it over and over in my head. After a few repetitions, the word would lose all meaning and sound strange and goofy, like it was a completely foreign word to me. Thing is, this doesn't happen anymore. I can repeat the word for hours and it just remains the original word. Has something happened to my brain?
Albuquerque to Portland route.
What is the best route from Albuquerque, NM to Portland, OR with weather in mind? (leaving tomorrow morning) [more inside]
Sharp dressed men?
I'm after a recent photoset of well-dressed dapper African men. [more inside]
posted by thecjm at 8:43 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by thecjm at 8:43 PM PST - 4 comments
Which email/calendar bundle should I use?
After years of slaving to my company's email and calendaring platform (Entourage) I now find myself not with that company anymore and free to choose what to use. [more inside]
How, if at all, is geography taught in schools in the USA?
How, if at all, is geography taught in schools in the USA? [more inside]
Hidden Wealth
Could someone be richer than the usual suspects (Gates, Buffet, et al.) and not have that fact be known to the world at large? [more inside]
posted by maxwelton at 7:39 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by maxwelton at 7:39 PM PST - 24 comments
Is Bactrim a “heavy duty” or “light duty” antibiotic? Skinny inside.
I had a boil on my neck and went to see a Nurse Practitioner who prescribed a two week two a day supply of Bactrim, which was filled as the generic version (MP85 stamped on pill -specific info on the bottle wore off). Fast forward two weeks, the original boil went down but I got another one in the meantime so I know its not working. I know that current thinking these days is to not prescribe uber-strong antibiotics as to not build up resistance to super-bugs… Did I get a starter antibiotic? Yes, Im planning on going back, I just am curious how ‘strong’ Bactrim is.. I know its not Cipro. Where is Bactrim on the pecking order of antibiotics?
Dentist recommendations in Chicago
Please recommend a dentist in Chicago for a standard annual cleaning and general dental check-up. Prefer office location in Loop, Gold Coast, or River North. Thank you!
Why does my TV turn from color to b&w?
Why does my new LCD TV go from color to black and white? [more inside]
BeCominG MorE InVOlved
How do I become more involved with my world? (Volunteering, etc) [more inside]
Revive an impaled refrigerator
So, I just skewered my refrigerator.
The buildup of ice in the freezer was so awful I had to use something sharp to chip it away. Imagine my surprise when a small eruption sprays white, chemical-smelling gas at me! [more inside]
What is this dirt on my cat's chin?
My cat's chin looks dirty - what is going on? [more inside]
posted by jesirose at 4:34 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by jesirose at 4:34 PM PST - 16 comments
How do I dual boot XP Pro and XP MCE
I bought an Alienware Aurora laptop a couple months ago which I configured with Windows Media Center Edition. everything has been working great and I like MCE but I have started to do some recording of music and it seems that hardware and software in the recording world is almost universally incompatible with MCE, so I bought XP Pro and I want to dual boot the two of them, I made a 10GB partition and put Pro on there, it runs but explore seems real slow, and I have to switch the primary boot partition from inside windows using a disk manager program and its a pain, I want to dual boot from startup, any tips? Thank you!
TextPad for Linux?
What editor for Linux can edit LARGE files (like TextPad)? [more inside]
posted by cowmix at 4:10 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by cowmix at 4:10 PM PST - 16 comments
My Father's Pension
My father worked at a big american firm (you've heard of it) for 4 years and 2 months and then was laid off in a press-covered company-wide layoff. His benefits package says he's eligible for pension after 5 years of service but it also says "If you are on an approved leave or layoff, you will receive up to 12 months of vesting and benefit service credit for the period of your leave or layoff." When contacted, the company said this was an "involuntary separation" so doesn't count. What should he do? The pension would be his main source of income when he retires. [more inside]
I want the M600i but it doesn't have a camera, what are my options?
10kw Airtemp Ducted Aircon w/ faulty PCB
I'm trying to help some friends who've just been told that the part that's fried on their central (residential) aircon is the one part that isn't available anymore. (In Australia.) [more inside]
posted by krisjohn at 1:31 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by krisjohn at 1:31 PM PST - 4 comments
What is this huge line across Canada?
What is this huge long line in Canada? A friend of mine was flying back from europe and saw this huge long grey line going across Canada. It looks to big to be a road. We're stumped! Does anybody know what it is?
Look at it on Google Maps
The mouse is holding me for ransom!
There must be a way!!! How can I actually get a deal for Disneyworld tickets? [more inside]
posted by thilmony at 12:13 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by thilmony at 12:13 PM PST - 14 comments
Blogger Woes
Why does Blogger let me title a new post and then automatically skip to submit (as though I've pressed the button) whenever I try to type anything in the main body area? It's like all of the keys on my keyboard are mapped to the submit button whenever the cursor is in the main body area.
For what it's worth, it will let me copy and paste my posts into the same area.
posted by richmondparker at 11:41 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by richmondparker at 11:41 AM PST - 2 comments
Is he really that tall?
How accurate are player's listed heights in college football and pro basketball? And are they measured with shoes on? [more inside]
A Toad Sucking Dog?
Mrs. Lester played Laura Mirsch's essay called 'The Dog Who Loved to Suck on Toads' for the first time last night. It's a great piece, but my bullshit detector went off immediately. How likely is this to actually happen? Have any dog owning mefis had had problems with dogs being addicted to other substances?
posted by lester's sock puppet at 11:08 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by lester's sock puppet at 11:08 AM PST - 15 comments
Books by serial entrepreneurs
Please help me find this biz book. Topic: small biz startups. Author: a serial entrepeneur who claims to have started ~20 companies, none of which failed. Date: About 2-3 years ago. (I'm basically interested in any authors who have a track record of multiple successful small biz starts.)
help me index my backup media
Is there a smart way of indexing/cataloging my offline media?
This has been partially asked before (I can't work out how to establish a link in here) - but the links that were in the post (diskbase), were mostly dead (and I didn't like 'Cathy' much). There is of course more inside. [more inside]
How can I learn to work without medication?
How can I learn to work without medication? [more inside]
How to create a virtual plant ?
How to create a real time 3D simulation of an industrial plant ? [more inside]
Fix my chronic cough! Dr's can't!
I have had, for as long as I can remember (maybe 15 years) a chronic cough that, at times, makes me insane. [more inside]
What the hell is in my throat, please.
So have this roughly round-shaped creamy white growth in the back of my throat in a sort of "alcove" right next to the hang-y thing whose name I can't remember. I can feel it, it's almost like I swallowed a hair or got popcorn husk trapped back there. There's [more inside]