April 2010 Archives
April 30
Lala is DEAD!
Okay Apple has killed something beautiful named Lala. Need help finding a replacement. Requirements inside. [more inside]
posted by occidental at 11:26 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by occidental at 11:26 PM PST - 9 comments
what to do with an ipad
I have now bought an ipad 32 meg without 3G. No bigloss considering the signal in my area.
Now that I have it, what should I do with it / buy for it?
I am new to mac products, so I domt know all of the possible apps could make my life wonderful.
Siggestons?
How Much Should We Charge for Rights to Celebrity Interviews?
TheGlitz&GlamourOfHollywoodFILTER: I’m part of a small start-up that films celebrity interviews and slaps sponsor’s logos on them. Well, in theory, anyway. Up till now, we haven’t had any sponsors. Now we’ve finally gotten our foot wedged into an advertiser’s door, but we don’t know how much to charge! [more inside]
Who's texting these creepy guys, and why do they think it's me?
I've been receiving a lot of strange calls/voicemails from equally strange old men lately, who are all horny as hell. They're responding to text messages they say they received from my number, and these texts are evidently of a porny nature. But I haven't sent them! I can't find evidence of any such texts whatsoever. I actually tried to talk to one of them to find out if the texts are actually FROM my number or if they just MENTION my number, but the guy was so flustered and embarrassed that all he'd do was stumble over his own tongue trying to protest his innocence. So, what's happening? Is this a known scam? Can I do anything about it other than change my number? [more inside]
posted by katillathehun at 5:16 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by katillathehun at 5:16 PM PST - 24 comments
Need a Dell charger part
I need to replace part of the charger for a Dell laptop. Help please? [more inside]
posted by gally99 at 5:13 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by gally99 at 5:13 PM PST - 7 comments
The word "project" is really starting to piss me off
Business etymology: When and how did the word "project" get turned into an all-purpose business word? Why does it seem that "work" is now just a series of "projects." Is this word choice shifting the way business is done, or is it the other way 'round?
buying a wooden ship model
I am considering a wooden ship model as a housewarming gift, the giftee just bought a grand old Connectcut home on the water and loves sailing ships--and has nothing like this at all.
I know nothing about these models, but see that there are many sellers online. I am willing to spend money for something that is great. It appears that models of classic America's Cup yachts are popular (and do appear impressive). Any suggestions? what ships are best? Ok to buy online? a good gift?
Where can I buy this glass?
What is the test for the APOE genotype that predicts Alzheimers?
My mother has alzheimers. I want to have the "APOE4" test done on myself to find out my likelihood of getting alzheimers. My doctor doesn't know much about this, and I am having trouble figuring out what test to ask for. [more inside]
Site-fi
It had a name something along the lines of: "A Primer for Science Fiction Writers." What site did I visit? [more inside]
posted by run"monty at 3:51 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by run"monty at 3:51 PM PST - 7 comments
how to professionally cover up my unprofessional stickers
Are there any shell cases for (older) Macbook Pros that aren't translucent? [more inside]
Real Estate Pricing Strategy Question
Real Estate Pricing Strategy Question. So we're looking to sell our condo in San Francisco. After meeting with a broker, he said that we should ask $575k - $625k. He showed us numerous "comps" that seem to support his suggested price. But ours does have some unique features that make me think that it could go for as much as $650k. But I'm not a real estate professional.
Considering that a broker, even one we trust (he came highly recommended) is motivated to make the sale quicker, does it stand to reason that based on his range, a higher price is reasonable, even if it means that it takes longer to sell (and the broker has to work harder)?
10 Days, 3 Cities in Europe
10 Days. 3 Cities in Europe. Help. [more inside]
Pantry cupboard aroud Toronto/Hamilton/Niagara
Where can I find a stand alone pantry cupboard in the Toronto Hamilton or Niagara region. [more inside]
My wife and I will both be working from home. What phone set-up is best?
Starting in about a month, my wife and I will both be working from home a fair amount. We are both on the phone a lot.
We want to pay as little as possible and are trying to figure out how to deal with the phone situation. I currently use Google Voice and make and receive most of my calls on the home phone, which works well for me.
I'm not sure how to deal with the apparent need for 2 phones. Both of us have cell-phones, but we're on the phone so much that we'd rather not be on the cell phones all day. We could obviously just get a 2nd Google Voice number for incoming calls, but I'm not sure how to deal with receiving or making calls while the other person is on the home phone.
Thoughts? Should we get a Skype or Vonage number? Just get a 2nd landline? Any good free/cheap options that I'm missing? We're in Portland, OR if that matters. Thanks!
Can hypnotherapy help me?
I have been in psychotherapy for some time with some success, but I am wondering if hypnotherapy would be able to help me uncover the/a source of overwhelming anxiety that pervades my everyday life. [more inside]
Is a Florida Learner's Permits (driving permit) valid in other states?
Is a Florida Learner's Permits (driving permit) valid in other states? [more inside]
posted by Flood at 2:40 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Flood at 2:40 PM PST - 6 comments
Nervous Musician Needs To Calm Down
I am a guitar player who has a hard time playing in front of other people. When I play by myself, I am really pretty good but as soon as someone enters the room or I am in front of even a small number of people, my fingers freeze up, my mind goes flying and the music doesn't work. I do want to play in local open mikes, so I am not seeking stardom for sure. I just want other folks to enjoy the music I make. Suggestions?
iTunes hates me. The feeling is mutual.
Why does iTunes hate me? Not me specifically, but my iMac G4? Twice in the past month, I have had to wait as my entire iTunes library loads, as if it is loading for the very first time. iMac G4, 1GHz, 1.5Ghz SDRAM, OS 10.5.8. iTunes 9.1.1 just installed. 235Gb music files on 750Gb USB external drive. The "loading iTunes library" becomes a two to three day affair. [more inside]
posted by beelzbubba at 1:39 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by beelzbubba at 1:39 PM PST - 6 comments
What is a county class?
Are county classes nationwide, and if so what are they? [more inside]
How to Act at a Horse Show
What's the proper protocol to observe when you're a spectator at a horse show jumping or dressage competition? [more inside]
posted by FergieBelle at 1:02 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by FergieBelle at 1:02 PM PST - 9 comments
Want to date, but too much else to deal with
Never been in a relationship, craving intimacy badly, but have other issues I'm dealing with. What should I do? [more inside]
Honey, I think I'm a Kinsey 5.
I'm less bisexual than I thought I was. And now I'm engaged to be married to a wonderful guy who loves me and depends on me, and realizing that I cannot sustain attraction to him for more than fleeting moments every few months. How do I minimize the damage, here? [more inside]
Whose Horses?
I have had this painted cloth on my wall forever. Tell me what it is, who made it, and which hooves go with which horse! The painting. The Signature
Looking for an interfaith rabbi in Denver
My sister is getting married in Denver and needs some help - does anyone know of a great rabbi in Denver or near Denver who is willing to do an interfaith marriage?
Old software never dies. But it does loose support.
How can I get this 25-pin serial DayStar embroidery software "dongle" to work in a newly-installed 25-pin serial PCI expansion card? [more inside]
posted by Mike Mongo at 12:15 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Mike Mongo at 12:15 PM PST - 9 comments
Escape from the rustbelt.
Finishing up my degree and looking for a gay-friendly, outdoorsy city with good tech employment prospects. [more inside]
It has to give me a pony ride too!
I'm looking for a completely minimal blog/cms/wordpress skin. [more inside]
posted by codacorolla at 11:58 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by codacorolla at 11:58 AM PST - 15 comments
Right cable configuration to connect a Hagstrom Patch 2000 guitar and pedal to an Arp Odyssey III?
I'm trying to get my guitar/synth configuration working -- a project I've been at for YEARS. I finally have everything but still cannot get it to work. I think I need the right cable configuration (from the pedal to the synthesizer) to connect my Hagstrom Patch 2000 guitar and pedal to my Arp Odyssey III. But I'm not sure what that configuration is. [more inside]
Help me find a place near UC Berkeley!
Help me find a place near UC Berkeley! (Difficulty: I'm in Philadelphia.) [more inside]
Want to visit England and Germany this summer
Is it too late to take a trip to Europe this summer from the US? [more inside]
posted by eeby at 11:35 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by eeby at 11:35 AM PST - 18 comments
Like Etsy, but for services?
Is there anything like Etsy, but for services? [more inside]
posted by Jess the Mess at 11:31 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Jess the Mess at 11:31 AM PST - 7 comments
"Honor"ary Degrees
What is the easiest way to get an honorary degree? [more inside]
posted by nomad at 11:13 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by nomad at 11:13 AM PST - 16 comments
Help me lie about myself.
As part of a team-building/training exercise at work, we're supposed to make a website about ourselves. I can handle the technical end just fine, but I hate, hate, hate having to make a display of my personal self in public. I'm pretty sure I can get away with making stuff up, as long as it's sufficiently outrageous that everyone feels in on the joke. Now I just need some ideas... [more inside]
Online Address Management
Is there an online address book that meets my needs? [more inside]
What personality types actually mean
What do personality-type classifications actually assert about populations? [more inside]
posted by pengale at 10:23 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by pengale at 10:23 AM PST - 19 comments
Looking for suggestions on volunteer gigs in Houston, Texas.
Looking for suggestions on volunteer gigs in Houston, Texas. [more inside]
Faster to ride through traffic or pull over for a bit?
If you are stuck in traffic on the highway and you have a choice to pull off the highway into the rest stop and then go back on your way later or keep on going with the traffic (with intention to stop after you get through the traffic) which one will be faster? [more inside]
posted by D Wiz at 10:20 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by D Wiz at 10:20 AM PST - 22 comments
Internet defibrillated the radio star (NEW!: lacks sense of entitlement)
Seeking an embeddable player that plays from your set list on 'random', so that fans can visit repeatedly and treat it like radio. paid is okay. [more inside]
23 year old male. My libido is gone. I’m freaking out. Any guys been through this? (NSFW and REALLY LONG).
23 year old male. My libido is gone. I’m freaking out. Any guys been through this? (NSFW and REALLY LONG). [more inside]
Didn't file 1099B correctly last year, got a letter
About two years ago I got into the stock market. I bought and sold a few stocks, ended up losing a few hundred dollars overall. I discovered a year later that I had to file a 1099B, but I wasn't really clear on the concept and couldn't figure out how to do it online, so I didn't get it done until like half a year after I had filed my regular taxes. [more inside]
I will get arrested if I go outside wearing no pants.
I appear to be allergic to the dyes in dark-blue fabrics, such as jeans. Help me think of ways to dress comfortably, attractively, and not like a refugee from the '60s. Bonus problem: I live in a cold climate. Skirts are not a year-round option. [more inside]
posted by kataclysm at 10:05 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by kataclysm at 10:05 AM PST - 14 comments
How can I vote for Nick Clegg but not my local Lib Dem MP?
UK Voting Question. I want to vote for Nick Clegg but I despise the local Lib Dem MP. How can I vote for one and not the other? [more inside]
posted by hazyjane at 9:51 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by hazyjane at 9:51 AM PST - 19 comments
Am I OK in bed or a disaster?
Am I terrible in bed or sexually repellent? And if I am, how do I find out and fix it? [more inside]
How do you make the DVI output default on a video card?
With an NVidia video card, how do you make the DVI output "default" and the VGA output secondary? [more inside]
Now that Lala.com is shutting down, what are some good alternatives?
Now that Lala.com is shutting down, what are some good alternatives? [more inside]
Dear Excel 2003, I need my columns back.
A few questions about Excel 2003. [more inside]
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 9:25 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 9:25 AM PST - 10 comments
Is it common for motor vehicle laws to have measurable thresholds?
So there's an initiative in New York State to consider a safe passing law for cyclists. The bill would require drivers to give cyclists a three-foot buffer when passing. Opponents want to change "three feet" to "safe distance".
Are there other motoring laws that cite a specific measurable distance, rather than a subjective term like "safe distance"?
posted by Wild_Eep at 9:23 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Wild_Eep at 9:23 AM PST - 18 comments
Forza chi?
Forza chi? What Serie A club should an American of Italian descent be supporting? [more inside]
Can a lawyer take a client they have previously opposed in court?
Is it legal or ethical for a civil lawyer in California to take a client they have previously opposed in court? [more inside]
I love my company, but I hate my job.
I want to keep working for the company I do now, but I am starting to hate the position I'm in. I want to move to a different department that I think I will do well in. How and when should I approach leadership about this? [more inside]
I'd like to help my distant brother.
Family Drama Filter: How do I connect with my disconnected brother? [more inside]
Opinion on "how to counter laying off workers if a company implements automation or outsourcing some of the current worker's tasks?
Opinion on "how to counter laying off workers if a company implements automation or outsourcing some of the current worker's tasks?" [more inside]
Should my friend pursue architecture as a second career?
Should I advise a friend to stay out of a grad program for architecture as a second career? [more inside]
Help me become a furniture/product designer
I've come up with a functional and adaptable line of furniture. Problem is, it's entirely in my imagination. What's the step-by-step process I can take my original idea from fantasy to an actual, sellable product? [more inside]
Large Group Dining in NYC
I currently live in NYC and am graduating from grad school here in about two and a half weeks. My family will be coming up for the ceremony, and I'm struggling to figure out a place for us all to eat dinner. Problem is, there will be 9 of us total, which eliminates a lot of places I like. [more inside]
What career opportunities are there for an instructional technologist / psychology hobbyist?
What career opportunities are there for an instructional technologist / psychology hobbyist? [more inside]
posted by jander03 at 7:16 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by jander03 at 7:16 AM PST - 5 comments
Electoral calculus
Naive Northern Ireland political question: at the moment there are 5 seats in the UK parliament held by Sinn Fein MPs who do not attend or vote on principle. One possible outcome of the UK election next week is a minority Conservative government reliant upon the Ulster Unionist bloc of MPs for a working majority. Is there any possibility that Sinn Fein MPs will end their boycott of parliament to prevent the concessions the Unionists are likely to demand in return for support?
Raku Pottery Question. Is it okay to stop the kiln and remove pieces that are done, and then restart the kiln to finish the other pieces?
Raku Pottery Question. Is it okay to stop the kiln and remove pieces that are done, and then restart the kiln to finish the other pieces? [more inside]
posted by bricksNmortar at 6:37 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by bricksNmortar at 6:37 AM PST - 9 comments
I need more World Cup tickets, stat
I bought World Cup tickets....but not enough. What are my options? [more inside]
Turning 30. Handling it poorly.
I'm not talented at anything useful. I'm not passionate about anything specific. And I'm getting older. What now? [more inside]
But I'm white and educated!
A friend from the Eastern European country I grew up in asked if I would sign and submit an invitation so she can get a tourist visa to the U.S., where I reside. She intends to look for illegal work when she gets here. My immediate reaction was "No way!" with a few expletives thrown in, but I don't want to hurt her feelings when I crush her hopes. Can you give me any legal reasons for why I shouldn't do it? [more inside]
cheapest way to add dual monitor support
What is the cheapest way to add dual monitor support to my Dell Optiplex 330? [more inside]
SFDC Koolaid: overcoming CRM migration and adoption issues
Looking for your experiences in CRM (SFDC) migration and adoption. Specifically we are at the point where all the data has been moved in from an old system, but it is full of outdated information and there's plenty of foot-dragging in getting with salesforce. What now?! [more inside]
The Up And Coming Legendary Children
Who are the rising stars of drag and burlesque (NYC edition)? [more inside]
Pianos: actual and digital
Digital pianos for real pianists: talk to me, pianists of AskMe. [more inside]
posted by fourcheesemac at 6:19 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by fourcheesemac at 6:19 AM PST - 12 comments
Help a picky professor (me) find the right laptop.
Please help me find the right laptop or tablet for me and my very specific needs and wants. I'm looking for something powerful but compact, and I think I want a tablet for teaching. A full list of requirements is inside. [more inside]
posted by JMOZ at 6:17 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by JMOZ at 6:17 AM PST - 9 comments
Gold for gold! Transforming old shinies into new shinies!
Do you know of any other firms that will recycle your gold and make jewelry for you? I know of EcoKarat, but they don't offer the stones I want for my custom jewelry.
Barring that, what's the best way to sell the unwanted gold jewelry I have? All of those cash4gold websites look unsavory.
She's worried.
My wife has conjunctivitis (pinkeye). The symptoms started on Tuesday and she started antibiotics the same day, but now there is a complication. [more inside]
Getting good psychiatry
First psychiatry consult: how to get the most out of it. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 5:23 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by anonymous at 5:23 AM PST - 15 comments
Your mother is wonderful. Can she come over again this week?
Developing new dialogue strategies in a relationship. Established, late 30s couple seeking hive mind advice on changing the way we speak to each other on important subjects. [more inside]
Aligning brain and womb
Smart reading materials for feminist, expectant mums? [more inside]
Healthy snack ideas when you're working all night?
Healthy snack ideas when you're up all night? [more inside]
Help me get through Kansas in one piece.
I will be driving through Kansas for the first time soon, at the peak of tornado season, and tornadoes really frighten me. What should I know, bring or do to be prepared for them? [more inside]
Finnish line
Australian Mefite in Helsinki, Finland, from 19 May to 23 May. What should I see and do? [more inside]
Looking for a simple freeware image organizer for Mac
I use a Mac. I'm looking for a simple freeware app that will scan a directory of images and sort them by resolution into directories named after their resolution size. Bulk preview, delete, etc is a plus but not necessary. [more inside]
April 29
Where can I get a crash course in soccer/football before the 2010 World Cup?
Where can I get a crash course in soccer/football before the 2010 World Cup? I'll be in South Africa during the festivities and I want to sound like I know what I'm talking about! [more inside]
posted by Political Funny Man at 11:55 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Political Funny Man at 11:55 PM PST - 10 comments
Why is flirting hard to read and easy to mistake?
Trying to decipher whether or not to embarrass myself by attempting to flirt with a guy in one of my classes. Should I even bother? Am I reading WAY too much into a comment? I was always bad at this. [more inside]
Online miso in bulk?
Help me buy miso powder in bulk online (preferably not in individual packets). [more inside]
How can I deal with intense pain in my piriformis?
Any tips for handling my piriformis pain? [more inside]
I an't type! Help!
My keyboard magically stopped letting me type the letter 'c'. Any help? [more inside]
Are there machines that completely create ethernet cables?
Are there machines that completely create ethernet cables? [more inside]
Should I do Adult VCE?
Considering taking an Australian Year 12 course as an adult in order to improve my prospects for getting into my course of choice... but I already finished high school in another country. Is the idea completely crazy and should I just settle for what I can get into with my current academic record? [more inside]
How do Vegetarians and Carnivores cook & eat together and both be happy?
My mom is going vegetarian. My father is a meat & potato kinda guy. Help me come up with plans and strategies that will won't make either one miserable. [more inside]
posted by julen at 8:37 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by julen at 8:37 PM PST - 23 comments
Funny mystery short stories!
Can you recommend a good anthology of funny mystery stories? [more inside]
help me recover backup on iphone
Why can't I get Restore Backup to complete on my iPhone? [more inside]
Is architecture a good fit for me?
Is architecture a good fit for me? [more inside]
Best music for starting the day?
What is the best music to wake up to? [more inside]
Equipment rental near Humboldt Redwoods SP?
Are there places to rent bikes and/or boats near Humboldt Redwoods State Park in CA? [more inside]
Transcribing music for the web
Help me get better at putting sheet music on the internet. [more inside]
Bike commuting - how to be and feel safer?
Bike commuting filter - how to stay safe and not worry too much? [more inside]
Can I backup my iPhone texts without jailbreaking?
How can I backup/view/print text messages on my (non-jailbroken) iPhone? [more inside]
What's your evil?
I should be able to let things like this go, I know, but a Facebook friend wrote a status update containing a phrase I've never heard, and not knowing what she meant is driving me nuts. I'm 44 and the opposite of "street." She's in her 20s -- a hip New Yorker. This sort of thing happens to me all the time, but usually googling or Urban Dictionary helps me. Not this time. So, is this a real phrase or is it some quirky thing she made up: "What's your evil?" [more inside]
MLA style citations of unofficial translations
MLA Citation Filter: How to cite quotations from an unofficial translation that a friend did for me as a favor? [more inside]
posted by punchdrunkhistory at 4:50 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by punchdrunkhistory at 4:50 PM PST - 4 comments
How do you pump concrete?
How do you pump concrete up 8 floors? [more inside]
posted by Chocolate Pickle at 4:49 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Chocolate Pickle at 4:49 PM PST - 12 comments
I am scared of change. Advice?
Got an internship in San Jose, CA. Have to move to another city for 2,5 months. Really, really, really scared about details (transportation, roommates, the actual work itself) instead of enjoying the opportunity and preparing myself for a good experience. Help? [more inside]
posted by kuju at 4:43 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by kuju at 4:43 PM PST - 18 comments
A kinder, gentler atheism?
After several years of soul searching, I have decided that at best, I'm agnostic, and am borderline atheist. The main reason can be traced to too much skepticism and rational thinking - I simply don't believe that a supernatural god can bend the rules of nature. We as a society are getting too advanced for religion, and science is starting to explain a lot of what we chalked up to a divine being. [more inside]
How do you deal with sexual urges outside of your relationship?
How do you deal with sexual urges outside of your relationship? [more inside]
A band like the Wiggles, but with women?
The Wiggles, but with women? [more inside]
Is all sage edible?
Is all sage edible? [more inside]
How to avoid being sucked into Wikipedia?
Imagine a bag a young Steve Jobs would carry his Ipad in...
So I'd like some sort of bag for my ipad but one that's not going to look like a purse. Thoughts? [more inside]
Post-Cancer Gratitude Gift Suggestion
[Asking for my dear sister]
I am a third-year female medical student and have recently kicked Lymphoma's ass. Needless to say, this was quite a challenging journey to take while still remaining in school and I would have been extremely hard-pressed to stay in the game without the help of a couple of core friends who were constantly there for me. [more inside]
Greatest depictions of American boredom?
Most compelling literary depictions of twentieth-century American boredom? [more inside]
Brooklyn to . . . Austin?
Thinking about moving from Brooklyn to Austin . . . good idea? [more inside]
posted by agent99 at 2:31 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by agent99 at 2:31 PM PST - 41 comments
Jaunty, Karmic, or Lucid???
I want to set up Ruby on Rails development environment on my windows laptop at work, and plan to set up Virtual Box and install some version of linux, probably ubuntu, as a guest OS. I use windows mostly for work and OS X at home, but havent done much with linux (my office's production environment is linux, so I do a tiny bit).
Which version of ubuntu should I go with right now? I see "Lucid Lynx" has just been released (I love the naming), should I go with that or a previous recent version?
Food Subsidy Inverse of Food Pyramid
Recently, I came across an online article with a diagram which sketched out how US food subsidies are practically an inverse of the food pyramid — that the items we're supposed to be consuming the least of (fats, sweets, and meats) get the most support from the gov't. I thought this was at GOOD.is, but I can't find it there. Does anyone know where I could find this article/graphic online?
posted by silusGROK at 2:23 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by silusGROK at 2:23 PM PST - 7 comments
Securing the Seven
Looking for good learning tools for Windows 7 security & policy in a corporate environment [more inside]
Can I get an apartment in Seattle if I'm in Houston within three months?
SeattleFilter: How quickly can I reasonably expect to find an apartment and move to Seattle in July/August? (details inside!) [more inside]
posted by aliceinreality at 2:02 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by aliceinreality at 2:02 PM PST - 21 comments
PMP Cram Advice
Assume you're taking the PMP certification exam in 24 hours. Assume you haven't spent nearly enough time prepping for it. What would you focus on between now and then? Any great online resources to check out?
posted by NotMyselfRightNow at 2:00 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by NotMyselfRightNow at 2:00 PM PST - 4 comments
Sorry, I don't want your "guest post"
An acquaintance wants to make a "guest post" on my blog, but I really NO NOT WANT [more inside]
What do people do in nightclubs?
I've never been to a nightclub before. I'm going to one tomorrow, and I'm kinda nervous. Can you give me a rundown of what I should expect? [more inside]
posted by zain at 1:46 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by zain at 1:46 PM PST - 26 comments
A playlist to grow on
Help me fill an mp3 player for my 10 yr old son full of quality but age-appropriate music that will help him develop tastes he can take with him into adulthood. With a good beat. [more inside]
posted by cross_impact at 1:40 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by cross_impact at 1:40 PM PST - 24 comments
Help me compile my Trader Joe's shopping list!
I'll be making a one-time pilgrimage to a Trader Joe's this weekend. What good, cheap stuff should I buy? [more inside]
i don't want to be carried to a hospital by llama
how to prepare for a high altitude vacation and avoid altitude sickness? [more inside]
Not liking the haircut
How long does it take for a long haired cat to regrow its coat? [more inside]
Break These Bars!
Firefox users: Can I get out from behind these bars? [more inside]
posted by Some1 at 12:41 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Some1 at 12:41 PM PST - 12 comments
There's one in every office.
Uncomfortable situation with coworker. Please advise. (Apologies for what is inevitably an TL;DR.) [more inside]
Seeking advice and resources on parenting young daughters
It's a girl! Enter massive anxiety over how to navigate gender in my parenting. [more inside]
Cellphone service when traveling to Europe/Africa.
My friend will be traveling through Europe for a month and then Africa for another month, but needs help with getting a cell phone. . . [more inside]
How to care for my small umbilical hernia?
My doctor recently told me I have a "tiny umbilical hernia" that isn't worth a surgical repair. What can I do to avoid making it worse? (Abdominal strengthening exercises?) If I lift boxes during my upcoming apartment move next month, am I asking for trouble? Do hernias always get worse over time? Help me stop having mental images of sudden disembowelment.
A prepaid with international roaming?
I'm traveling from the US to the UK next week (first time international traveler), is there a prepaid cell phone that will work both places? Will my non-chipped credit card work? [more inside]
I said I Need something to do in Philadelphia...in the dead of night.
I need something to do in Philadelphia...in the dead of night. [more inside]
How can I learn more about Down's Syndrome?
My newborn niece has Down's Syndrome! Help me learn more about this. [more inside]
Good recruiters and programs for teaching English in Japan?
Can you recommend recruiters or specific programs for someone who would like to teach English in Japan, starting this fall? [more inside]
What's the name for the art of not talking about what you're talking about?
In Japan, there was—and maybe still is?—a practice of communicating via allusion. I figure there must be a name for that, so tell me what it is. [more inside]
posted by Su at 11:29 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Su at 11:29 AM PST - 3 comments
Website selling state and city-themed shirts
Help me find an online store selling tons of cool, design-y local-interest T-shirts [more inside]
posted by chesty_a_arthur at 11:10 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by chesty_a_arthur at 11:10 AM PST - 5 comments
what to expect at an 'azkara'?
What happens at an 'azkara' (Jewish memorial service)? [more inside]
What can't I miss in south Austin?
Calling south Austin, TX lovers. What can't I miss in the month I have left in the neighborhood? [more inside]
A tisket, a tasket
Looking for suggestions for hotel room gift basket for our out-of-town wedding guests (in July). Bonus for Minnesota/Twin Cities-themed items. [more inside]
Selling a CD on Amazon.com
I have a self-produced CD I am looking to sell on Amazon.com. Anybody have any experience with this? [more inside]
US MeFite moving to London asks the eternal question: Kindle or Nook?
I am in the process of preparing to move to London for the next four years to attend college. As I have sold off a large portion of my beloved library, I don't want to find myself doing the same exercise in 4.5 years time when I return to the US.
Coming late to the ebook reader dance, I ask you which of these two will be the better choice in light of current capabilities (and in addition to the fact that I want a reader to buy and read books, extras do not figure into the equation) - the Kindle or the Nook?
posted by caveat empress at 10:30 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by caveat empress at 10:30 AM PST - 23 comments
Real reviews
Where do you go for when you want to read a review on a product? [more inside]
Pain, pain, Go Away!
HEY MOMS--Did you have, or are you suffering from, postpartum joint pain? Find anything helpful to relieve it? I thought I was either a wimp (very likely) or a whiner (not so much, really, I swear!) or that this was all psychosomatic (thanks a lot, brain) Help a girl out here...no one mentioned all this pain was coming. [more inside]
posted by fyrebelley at 10:09 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by fyrebelley at 10:09 AM PST - 18 comments
How do I keep up?
How can I keep a good attitude and stay in charge of my project when I am not working in my native language? [more inside]
posted by gillianr at 10:02 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by gillianr at 10:02 AM PST - 10 comments
Truckin'
If you know anything about RV's or camper trailers, or Subarus or pickup trucks, I would love to ask you a question. What can I live in for three months at a time that I can buy for the price of a Subaru? What do I haul it with? [more inside]
Good Samaritan
How do I repay a good Samaritan for her help? [more inside]
posted by Groovytimes at 9:07 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by Groovytimes at 9:07 AM PST - 19 comments
Google Calendar Display Puzzle
Google calendar puzzle: how to display only some events, either online or in a desktop application? Preferably with visuals customizable. [more inside]
posted by Erroneous at 9:02 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Erroneous at 9:02 AM PST - 7 comments
Which religious denomination jumped on the Copernican bandwagon first?
Historians of science and/or religion: My cousin wants to know "when various Protestant denominations began to accept the Copernican model of the solar system. ... Was there any particular denomination that was in the vanguard on that? What about Jews?"
9/11 Pilots Union Shindig Legend For Naught?
I recently heard a story about a party for an airline pilots union in New Orleans that was slated for the evening of September 11th. The restaurant canceled the event because of the tragedies that day, and the union tried to sue for breach of contract, but eventually abandoned it from the threat from the restaurant of going public.
I can't find anything about it online. Anybody heard of this story and have a link? Or is this an urban legend? I haven't found anything on snopes.
posted by destro at 8:56 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by destro at 8:56 AM PST - 7 comments
Chickpeas make jello?
Food Science! Last night I saved the stock from cooking chickpeas. Today I thought to add some of the stock to hummus and found it had turned into almost a gelatin. Is this normal? What made it do that? Did the small bit of baking soda I used make a difference? Can we still use it?
Stories & Fables which highlight the imperfection of Democratic decision making and government.
Stories & Fables which highlight the imperfection of Democratic decision making and government. [more inside]
What songs should I put on a mix CD for an upscale Cinco De Mayo dinner?
What should I put on a mix CD of Cinco De Mayo music? [more inside]
What's the deal with e-cigarettes anyway? Anecdotes, please!
Despite years of badgering, my mom will not stop smoking cigarettes. I've decided to compromise and buy her an e-cigarette device. Have you made this transition? What were your experiences, and what product(s) did you try?
posted by tybeet at 8:20 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by tybeet at 8:20 AM PST - 25 comments
Best way to haul water to a nearby vegetable garden
I have a community garden plot and it's around the corner from my house! Yay! Apart from a shared rain barrel, there's no water available AT the garden site! Booo!
What's the best/easiest/cheapest way for me to get water from my apartment to my plants? [more inside]
posted by Knicke at 7:43 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Knicke at 7:43 AM PST - 22 comments
Asking MetaFilter Ladies (and romantic gents): need inspiration for an awesome airport welcome!
Asking MetaFilter Ladies (and romantic gents): need inspiration for an awesome airport welcome! [more inside]
posted by kryptonik at 7:41 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by kryptonik at 7:41 AM PST - 32 comments
Traveling to Greece in September 2010?
Is it advisable to travel to Greece this September? [more inside]
posted by destrius at 7:33 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by destrius at 7:33 AM PST - 5 comments
To Pee or Not to Pee
How can I stay hydrated while travelling (with limited bathroom access)? [more inside]
50 Movies Every Geek Should See
I enjoyed the list 50 Books Every Geek Should Read. If you were to compile a similar list, but for video content, what would be on that list?
AccessN00bFilter: How do I replace data in a report, and limit the results in my report to a single day/week/month?
AccessN00bFilter: How do I replace data in a report, and limit the results in my report to a single day/week/month? [more inside]
Getting Winked
How do you interrupt it when someone winks at you?
Is there some (legal) way I won't lose my COBRA premium subsidy?
COBRA premium subsidy: I have it, will lose it because of a temporary job, and while I can suck it up and deal, is there something I am missing? [more inside]
talk me down
Scenes from a marriage. I snooped; his behavior was borderline. What now? [more inside]
Private Eye Subscription In The U.S.?
Anyone here based in the U.S. subscribe to Private Eye? If so, how long do deliveries take?
Quit my job while applying for an MBA?
Multiple Tenants on a Lease
I'm getting ready to rent a house with three classmates and close friends and have a quick question about the legalese of lease agreements for multiple tenants. [more inside]
Tool to Auto-Format text and paragraphs?
I need a tool to auto-format text according to my rules, such as 2 spaces between every sentence. [more inside]
posted by dvrcthewrld at 6:29 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by dvrcthewrld at 6:29 AM PST - 8 comments
Tennis Targets
What can I use for a "smart" tennis target? [more inside]
posted by iconjack at 6:21 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by iconjack at 6:21 AM PST - 5 comments
Corporate Cultural
Tell me about cultural differences in your workplace. How do German, English, Chinese, Nigerian, or Tazmanian workers differ when attacking a problem, reporting status, dealing with subordinates or drinking on the job? Use this infographic as inspiration. Are certain cultures more effective than others on a shop floor versus a trading floor? I understand this question flirts with stereotypes and baked-in cultural bias. I get it, but that is what makes organizational dynamics so......dynamic. Pointing to a study that says Latin American's have a higher power distance than Germans is a great answer. Saying that the French aren't productive because they take all of August off is probably not as good. [more inside]
posted by jasondigitized at 6:15 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by jasondigitized at 6:15 AM PST - 11 comments
Identity theft- now what?
Someone's been submitting credit card applications with my name and SSN. [more inside]
posted by Mayor West at 6:06 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Mayor West at 6:06 AM PST - 5 comments
Does my 8-year-old have OCD?
Seeking advice and insights on how to deal with/react to my 8-year-old son's recent obsessive-compulsive-like behavior. [more inside]
'Loves' to 'Laf', what else?
Recommended webcomics? [more inside]
How to use references from a current job?
How to use coworkers/supervisors as references in your current job without causing controversy? [more inside]
Vintage Clothing in CT - Where to go?
Fashion question: Can anyone recommend vintage clothing stores in CT? I have to find a dress for a Casablanca-themed soiree this Saturday (5/1). [more inside]
posted by mnb64 at 5:37 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by mnb64 at 5:37 AM PST - 7 comments
I'm pretty sure Banana Clips aren't in any more
Can you suggest a good "must have" gift for a woman in her early 30s? She's fairly girly, is a teacher, has a dog, and is really awesome. [more inside]
posted by bluefly at 5:04 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by bluefly at 5:04 AM PST - 16 comments
My (not so little) red-head girl.
What songs reference a redheaded person (directly or obliquely)? [more inside]
stream and capture webcam video
What is a simple way to stream / webcast and capture / record several hours of video at the same time? [more inside]
Which film depicts a satanic ritual in which the participants wear cloaks and goat masks? I
Which film depicts a satanic ritual in which the participants wear cloaks and goat masks? I have only seen still images of this one scene online, I am presuming it is from a film. There are several cloaked figures standing viewed face-on, of which at least the foremost figure is wearing a goat mask (maybe it is actually satan?) - I am presuming it is some kind of occult / satanic ritual. Thanks in advance,
UK: Is it possible to live with out Sky or Virgin and still get to see new shows by downloading legally?
UK based: I am just about to move into a rented house where cable TV is not possible and Sky TV is not an option. I could press the issue but do I really want to. Is it now possible for me to download (legally) programmes that I want to watch while they air or very soon after? [more inside]
Identify this piece of night-time music for me.
Is the intro/outro music from Samorost sampled from something I should know? [more inside]
posted by Zero Gravitas at 2:05 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Zero Gravitas at 2:05 AM PST - 4 comments
Is there an exact CMYK match for PMS 360?
SpotColorFilter: I do prepress at a print shop, and need to figure out if PMS 360 C (from the Pantone spot color range) has an exact CMYK equivalent. We have a few PMS swatch books around, but not the Color Bridge variety, which is able to provide this information. [more inside]
posted by kentk at 1:50 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by kentk at 1:50 AM PST - 6 comments
PSP Help
PSP Firmware filter! Help me upgrade! [more inside]
April 28
exporting footnotes or endnotes
How can I export just my footnotes/endnotes in MS Word? Without any numbers next to them, just the text? [more inside]
posted by jak68 at 11:42 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by jak68 at 11:42 PM PST - 9 comments
Should we adopt this pair of kittens to keep our rambunctious terminally ill cat company?
We currently have one highly social special needs cat, Tux, and we absolutely need to adopt a kitten to keep him company. Due to his medical condition, Tux may or may not be with us for much longer. The problem is, the kitten we're in love with is part of a set. Is adopting 2 kittens a good idea, or should we split the pair? [more inside]
Employees and metrics and ops, oh my!
How do I become a rockstar store manager? [more inside]
posted by mornie_alantie at 11:00 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by mornie_alantie at 11:00 PM PST - 13 comments
One problem is enough
Can somebody point me to the documentation for Microsoft's htmlfile ActiveXObject? [more inside]
posted by flabdablet at 10:41 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by flabdablet at 10:41 PM PST - 4 comments
Free Windows-Based Database That Is Still Free For Government Use?
I need a free database. Difficulty: EULA needs to permit government usage. [more inside]
alternative to AVCHD format for hi-def card based camcorders?
AVCHD format from hi-def camcorder is cumbersome on a Mac, is there an alternative? [more inside]
I don't really want to lose brain cells...
So how much brain damage does one actually sustain from nail polish fumes? [more inside]
Should we treat paint with detectable but legally acceptable levels of lead as lead paint when repainting?
What precautions do we need to take in painting a house with paint that is mostly below (but some above) the legal definition of lead paint? Is the legal definition meaningful? [more inside]
Where to stay in Beijing?
I am a student traveling to Beijing in July. Where should I stay? [more inside]
Should I sue for a $500 web-development bill?
Someone I met online begged me to build a website for his software idea and then stiffed me for the second and final payment even as he gushed about his delight with the site. Is it worth the trouble to go to small claims court or should I take this as a painful lesson and move on? [more inside]
posted by Pamelayne at 9:06 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Pamelayne at 9:06 PM PST - 19 comments
Retrieving a lost video file
Asking for a friend: Large video file accidentally deleted from SD card. File has been retrieved, but somehow corrupted. [more inside]
posted by Telpethoron at 8:34 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Telpethoron at 8:34 PM PST - 4 comments
Massage school?
Can you recommend a massage therapy school in San Francisco? [more inside]
Mental Swiss-Army Knife (in a Moleskine)
I have a graph-ruled Moleskine that is begging to be turned into a compendium of obscure, fascinating, and perhaps occasionally useful reference material. Some of the things I want to put in there are Rubik's Cube algorithms, keys to reading non-Latin alphabets, some simple math formulas (Trachtenberg math, e.g.), rules of thumb for estimating distance/altitude, and whatever else. I'm imagining the user would bust it out of his/her bag and use the knowledge within to solve a wide range of MacGyver/James Bond/bar bet problems. An intellectual "Swiss army knife", if you will.
Any and all ideas are welcome!
posted by holterbarbour at 7:46 PM PST - 55 comments
posted by holterbarbour at 7:46 PM PST - 55 comments
Can my ISP force me to buy their branded router?
I currently use AT&T as our broadband ISP at home. Our five-year-old modem/router just died, and since it's so old, AT&T tells me that it's no longer under warranty, and I have to buy a new one myself. Then they directed me to an AT&T Wireless retail store to go buy the equipment. But can they force me to buy one of their routers? What if I can find a comparable one cheaper somewhere else? Can they refuse me customer service or deny me installation help (which I will need - I'm hopelessly n00bulous in this department) if I don't by an "official" AT&T router? [more inside]
posted by AngerBoy at 7:38 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by AngerBoy at 7:38 PM PST - 12 comments
Elimination diet for headache triggers
Elimination diet to identify headache triggers: anyone have any experience with this? Why do various plans differ so widely? Are nuts in or out? Herbal tea? Pure maple syrup? Fruit? Rice? No caffeine or regulated caffeine? Do you eat strictly for three weeks or three months before you start adding foods back? Alternatively: are elimination diets unsubstantiated woo? The theory seems sound, but the sources are not confidence-inspiring. [more inside]
posted by arcticwoman at 7:25 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by arcticwoman at 7:25 PM PST - 22 comments
How do I go about buying a used cargo van without burning my money?
What should I look out for while buying a used cargo van for my business? Or is there an alternative? [more inside]
Is macbook the best laptop for home recording?
Is a Macbook with Garage Band the best foundation for a home studio? [more inside]
Struggling INFP ISO college major and life advice
I don't know what I'm doing with my life; help me! [more inside]
posted by faeuboulanger at 6:30 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by faeuboulanger at 6:30 PM PST - 15 comments
Like if Booker T. and Jenny Ondioline gave birth to the Woolly Bully
FarfisaFilter: I love songs with prominent Farfisa/Vox Continental/Musitron organ parts, the crazier the better. 96 Tears, Rock Lobster, Runaway, and recently, MGMT's Song for Dan Treacy. What are some other (more recent) rock tracks with great combo organ parts? [more inside]
Country Music is Not Evil. Prove it.
Please help me stop judging all of country music as evil. [more inside]
posted by larthegreat at 5:38 PM PST - 112 comments
posted by larthegreat at 5:38 PM PST - 112 comments
Question about the Questions that we all ask ourselves.
There seem to be some questions that most people think about; things like, "What should I be doing with my life," "If I ran the world what would I do," and "What have I done that I'm most proud of." My question is, do these type of questions have a name? A sociological / psychological / philosophical category? Are there lists of them? [more inside]
HOLY CRAP THAT'S LOUD
Is there any way to normalize the volume output on my PC so I'm not startled by clicking on a video link? The volume on YouTube and other sites varies so wildly from video to video that my modus operandi is to mute before I play the video, then slowly increase the volume, but I'm hoping there is a better way.
Infinity Antonyms?
What is a symbolic antonym for infinity? [more inside]
Got a job, need everything else.
Can we be happy in Charlotte, NC? [more inside]
Sub-$350ish point-and-shoot camera recomenndations!
I need to buy a sub-$350ish point-and-shoot camera in the next week. Any recommendations? I've had a few Canon Digital ELPHs in the past and have been pretty satisfied with them but I know there are other brands out there. [more inside]
Commission a poem online?
Is there anywhere online where I can commission a poem? I’d like to set a price, pick a topic, pick a format, and get a poem in return. Sort of a work-for-hire thing where I own the product. (If I ever did anything with it, I’d always give full credit to the author, but having to deal with royalties sort of defeats the point of commissioning the work.)
I know there are places to do this with code (rentacoder) or products (ponoko) or even design and music (crowdspring and musikpitch*), but is there anything analogous for writers? [more inside]
posted by ericc at 4:21 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by ericc at 4:21 PM PST - 26 comments
To the ER or wait it out?
Is this worth a visit to the ER tonight just to ease my mind, or should I just wait until I see my doctor again in 2 weeks? Am I crazy for thinking this is all related? [more inside]
21st Century Programming
WTF
Scientists: please, help me explain this cloning anomaly. [more inside]
List of high school books read for English class?
List of high school books read for English class? [more inside]
How do I help someone I don't know very well get over the death of their brother?
How do I help someone I don't know very well get over the death of their brother? [more inside]
Best practice social policy for street alcoholics?
What is considered the best, most humane policy for dealing with street alcoholics these days? [more inside]
posted by i_am_joe's_spleen at 3:14 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by i_am_joe's_spleen at 3:14 PM PST - 18 comments
My chin is breaking out, and not into dance...
Within the last 6-8 months, I've been breaking out (blackheads/whiteheads) around my chin and mouth area. I'm experienced in dealing with acne, but nothing I do helps. [more inside]
posted by Lizsterr at 3:08 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Lizsterr at 3:08 PM PST - 21 comments
What are the current realistic processing times for receiving a U.S. passport?
What are the current realistic processing times for receiving a U.S. passport? [more inside]
How can credit card info be stolen just by visiting a website?
How can credit card info be stolen just by visiting a website? [more inside]
vaulted ceilings + air purifier?
i'm a smoker, my wife has pollen-based allergies. we live in an apartment with high vaulted ceilings. i want an air filter/purifier solution that will help us both. [more inside]
Gold as an investment
Is gold a currency, or a commodity? Both? something more complicated? [more inside]
posted by garlic at 2:01 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by garlic at 2:01 PM PST - 12 comments
Help Me Find This Guitar
LongShotFilter: I once was in a music store in Northern California and while waiting for a friend I picked up a mini acoustic guitar which was selling for around $75-150 (I think) in order to pass the time. To my great surprise, I loved the feel and sound of this cheap small guitar, and would have bought it at the time but was broke. Now I need to find it again... [more inside]
posted by rooftop secrets at 1:51 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by rooftop secrets at 1:51 PM PST - 9 comments
Web based email parser?
Free web based email parser/regex based filter? [more inside]
Twenty years before The Matrix
I'm looking for a movie: Scifi, set in space/on a spaceship, probably late 70s release, that has as a plot element humans hiding from a nefarious computer or machine that would stick a needle in the back of the person's head (possibly into a port) when person was caught.
posted by yiftach at 1:40 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by yiftach at 1:40 PM PST - 8 comments
I love law. Law schools don't love me.
I love a very unprofitable branch of law, and my grades are less than stellar. Can you help me find a law program that is good for me? [more inside]
the maths, get them in my head
I need to learn Calculus II over the summer. I won't be able to take summer courses. I need to be ready to take differential equations in the fall. Hope me! [more inside]
Where to go to see the late night double feature picture show.
When and where was the last new single-screen cinema built? [more inside]
posted by ricochet biscuit at 1:29 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by ricochet biscuit at 1:29 PM PST - 13 comments
it ain't the real thing
Maple syrup: how can I take a regular ol' bottle of Aunt Jemima (fake) maple syrup and improve it? [more inside]
posted by yawper at 1:26 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by yawper at 1:26 PM PST - 18 comments
Change order of iTunes Playlists
In iTunes, how do I arrange the order in which my playlists are arranged? The default is alphabetical, how do I arrange them in my own chosen order. [more inside]
posted by slowtree at 1:21 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by slowtree at 1:21 PM PST - 6 comments
What was this band called?
I'm looking for the name of a relatively recent jazzy 40s/50s style band. They had a music video in a fake 50s (?) style, and perhaps most noticably, the two female singers were sort of hunched over one microphone. The music was quite good! But I can't remember what they or their song were called. Can anyone help?
posted by Harry at 1:16 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Harry at 1:16 PM PST - 4 comments
Pests in the ceiling?
This morning, I found ceiling dust on my keyboard and a hole in the above ceiling. I own the house and my husband hasn't been working in the attic. Could this be some sort of pest?
State of academic publishing online?
What are good resources on the state of online publishing? [more inside]
She's Not Dead Yet
My aunt has cancer. She has about six months left. How do I stop grieving while she's still alive? Is that possible? Also, if my grief is this bad already, what's it going to be like when she does die? Not so bad? Worse? [more inside]
What do I do to stop my horrible emotional reaction to thinking about addiction?
What do I do to stop my horrible emotional reaction to thinking about addiction? [more inside]
Should I follow up with a potential employer who has not contacted me?
I submitted my resume for a director/VP-level position with a Fortune 100 company 2 weeks ago. At a conference last week, a colleague in my industry told people that he had turned down the position. Is there anything I can or should do to indicate my continued interest? [more inside]
Advice for finding a sublet in SF for June?
Advice for finding a sublet in SF for June? [more inside]
How can I hide my private email from Facebook?
How do I dissociate my Spam/private email address from my public Facebook account? [more inside]
Weird ear infection remains
Something is horribly wrong with my right inner ear. There is an ever present pressure behind my jaw and in my sinuses, worse when I'm laying on that side and worse when I'm eating (and worse, apparently, driving in a car going over 60mph). [more inside]
Do I tell a potential online date what google revealed about her?
Online dating. Found a girl I like. I started digging, and found more than I was probably supposed to - or did I? [more inside]
Trip to Chicago: Super happy fun time!
What month is better to visit Chicago this summer? June or July? Chicago-ans help me out. [more inside]
Help with our demented dog.
Powerpoint issues
Background summary -- Powerpoint - dual monitors (monitor + projector) We've bought little music videos (mp4 I think) and they play fine in a powerpoint show. But if we edit the thing in moviemaker to shorten it maybe or if we play something off of youtube then the resulting file won't play [more inside]
What's the underground arts scene like in Cleveland?
What can you tell me about the underground/alternative visual and performing arts scene in Cleveland, OH? [more inside]
posted by poissonrouge at 9:57 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by poissonrouge at 9:57 AM PST - 4 comments
Grammy's got rights, no?
(Copyright filter) I'm about to publish my long-dead grandmother's privately-circulated-only memoirs on lulu. How does copyright work in a case like this? [more inside]
What's the best place to have a picnic in Golden Gate Park?
What's the best place to have a picnic in Golden Gate Park? [more inside]
Vancouver (BC) vacation help sought
Vancouver (BC), Victoria, Butchart Gardens, Vancouver Island, Hornby, car ferries -- Travel Filter. [more inside]
Severe child sensitivity
I have no idea how to discipline my 3 year old's particular sensitivity. [more inside]
Recommendations for good wifi device?
Suggestions for well-written and cheerful books?
Suggestions for books that are both cheerful and well-written? [more inside]
Repair or replace my car?
Repair or replace my car? (A few different circumstances than previously posted.) [more inside]
Is TextBroker a scam?
Is TextBroker a scam? [more inside]
He's got a lot, I've got a little
How do you fairly combine incomes in a relationship with inequitable incomes and inequitable net worth? [more inside]
Sheet Music Search Tsabropoulos
Does anyone know of sheet music for the works of Vassilis Tsabropoulos? (I have done a google search, no luck.)
In particular I am looking for a transcription of Trois morceaux après des hymnes byzantins - II off the Chants, Hymns and Dances cd.
He's raring to go
What's the best software for prepping for college-level hard sciences? [more inside]
Help me identify this TV movie
Name this weird 80s TV Movie/Special. Kids are outside having a snowball fight and one kid finds some things in the snow that look like brown cheetos, or peanuts. The child eats it and goes into some peculiar vegetative state. He's taken to the hospital and whatever he ate is brought there as well. [more inside]
How does the idea of the scientific method inform our modern culture and life?
What is the advantage of scientific thinking? What practical difference does it make to live in a culture that believes in using evidence to explain the world? [more inside]
posted by danceswithlight at 7:52 AM PST - 39 comments
posted by danceswithlight at 7:52 AM PST - 39 comments
Easy Lunch Ideas
Please suggest some easy, low-prep or no-prep components for vegetarian bag lunches. [more inside]
Denver Intellectual Things to Do
Seeking lectures, poetry readings, interesting films, art talks for visitor from NYC to Denver this weekend (through Tuesday). [more inside]
posted by Pineapplicious at 7:32 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Pineapplicious at 7:32 AM PST - 3 comments
Stop the Bots Now!
Facebook hates my e-mail address. They're haunting me. They say my address is non-valid. How do I get past their automatic systems and fix this problem? [more inside]
Can I throw a PAYG sim into an old iPhone?
I'm on T-Mobile Pay As You Go but am thinking of buying a friend's old iPhone that he is selling very cheap. Can I unlock the phone and just throw my SIM card in? I currently have a Motorola L7 which I'm not too crazy about and although I understand the iPhone wouldn't have internet, I thought it might be a nice upgrade in terms of camera, having iPhone apps, etc. Will this work?
1,2,3,4 and repeat - line numbering for a transcript help.
Microsoft Word line numbering transcript query. [more inside]
posted by multivalent at 6:54 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by multivalent at 6:54 AM PST - 6 comments
Where have all the internet-multiplayer MAME builds gone?
There used to be a MAME build called Kaillera that allowed online play. According to it's official homepage, it hasn't been updated in 7 years. It seems looney that no one has pursued this kind of idea, but I'll be darned if I can find it. Where have all the internet-multiplayer MAME builds gone?
Where should I stay
Going to Infocomm in Vegas in the middle of June where should I stay? [more inside]
Central vision black out
Apart from many floaters, in my central vision I sometimes get black, sort of sparkly black outs, which only appear for a second or two and diminish. [more inside]
How do I find a green contractor?
I am looking for recommendations for a general contractor with some green certifications, emphasis, and/or experience in the Baltimore/Washington area. [more inside]
Ow
So, I kind of overdid it on the weight machines at the gym on Monday. What should I do when I go back on Friday? [more inside]
Men and girls
Is it acceptable and PC to refer to grown-up women as girls in this context? Does it say something about the person who does it? [more inside]
posted by sively at 2:42 AM PST - 89 comments
posted by sively at 2:42 AM PST - 89 comments
Om nom nom?
What healthy snacks can I feed to my giving-up-smoking sweetie to keep his hands busy and his mind off cigarettes? [more inside]
posted by teraspawn at 1:59 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by teraspawn at 1:59 AM PST - 28 comments
April 27
I want something neat from Israel!
My mother in law is going to Israel, and I want her to bring me back a cool souvenir! [more inside]
DVD Drive Malfunctions Suddenly with Different Regions
British DVDs have suddenly stopped playing in my mac mini. [more inside]
Video chat gone backward! (?)
When and why (and will it ever come back? *piteous sniff*) did googletalk stop supporting video in iChat? [more inside]
Brooklyn architecture
Why does the Williamsburg/Grenpoint area of Brooklyn look so much different, architecturally, than Ft. Greene/Cobble Hill/Park Slope/etc.? [more inside]
I love you, you and you and you are the only one for me.
Please recommend polyamourous or other non-traditional mono boy/girl love songs. [more inside]
Where can I find prints of these Miles Davis/Jeanne Moreau photos?
Where can I find a good print of any of these photos of Miles Davis and Jeanne Moreau? [more inside]
Best iPhone Apps for Boston and NYC
Does anyone know of any good iphone apps specific to either Boston or NYC?
I live in Boston and will be visiting NYC frequently over the next few months. I'm looking for anything that is well designed and you've found useful (e.g. good public transit apps, travellers guides, stuff to keep me entertained on the train/bus while enroute in between the two or anything else that you think might be handy or fun.)
posted by Contadina at 8:38 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Contadina at 8:38 PM PST - 13 comments
For Nanna, who refuses to borrow my 4-inch-heeled crystal stilettos
Can I buy practical but comfy shoes for my 88-year-old Nanna? Online? Other difficulties inside. [more inside]
posted by malibustacey9999 at 8:21 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by malibustacey9999 at 8:21 PM PST - 20 comments
Lesson creation software
I'm looking for software or a website that let's you easily create interactive lessons. [more inside]
Help me figure out what sort of bicycle I need
What kind of bicycle do I want? Purpose: to ride to the shops or the library, possibly working my way up to riding to work. I'm thinking more casual Copenhagen than speedy lycra-clad. [more inside]
What neighborhood of Indianapolis should I live in?
What neighborhood of Indianapolis should I live in? [more inside]
Locked in and Locked Out
I need to get access to my RPP but keep getting denied. Please hope me! [more inside]
Advice on getting married in Hawaii
Getting married in Hawaii: Looking for details from locals, or MeFites who have dealt with logistics personally. [more inside]
posted by donovan at 7:33 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by donovan at 7:33 PM PST - 6 comments
What should I read after Stieg Larsson?
Having just read Stieg Larsson's Millenium Trilogy (The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo, etc), and loved it, what should I read next? [more inside]
One IIS to rule them all?
On a single instance of IIS that is already hosting a website can I host another website answering to a different domain name? [more inside]
Background Cheque Republic
I'm applying for a position at my school that is mine contingent on passing a background check/"live scan" screening by the University's Police department. Therein lies my conundrum... [more inside]
Inercultural Communication Class
I need some help putting together a brief presentation/ class on intercultural business communication, specifically between the US and India. What good online resources are there? (unfortunately I don't have time to order & read a book.) [more inside]
posted by forallmankind at 6:59 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by forallmankind at 6:59 PM PST - 8 comments
Robot toys and fiction on the topic of robots / artificial intelligence and learning?
Robot toys and fiction on the topic of robots / artificial intelligence and learning? [more inside]
Brownulated sugar
Brownulated sugar. I think Domino's calls this a new product but I swear I remember it from my youth, so sometime in the 60s or 70s. Anybody else remember this product name?
What the Chuck is this song?
What song played during the big fight at the end of last Monday's episode of Chuck? (Link inside) [more inside]
posted by arniec at 6:15 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by arniec at 6:15 PM PST - 3 comments
Primary Master Drive failure on old and new drive after cloning
I have an old windows 2000 box. I recently used Acronis to clone the primary master drive. I have done this a number of times before with other boxes and even with this box. When i swapped the disks and tried to reboot, BIOS detects the disk ok, but then i get a Primary master disk failure message. So i put back the old drive and I get the same messge! I would be surprised if Acronis did something to both old and new disks during the cloning process. I can access the disk contents fine on other boxes using USB setup. So can the IDE cable have gone bad suddenly. Is it possible the bios detects the disks but cannot find boot information because of faulty IDE cable ?? [more inside]
Riddim Riddle
What is the song that comes after Pass the Dutchie in this chiptune medley? IDs for the other tracks would be of interest as well.
posted by phrontist at 6:08 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by phrontist at 6:08 PM PST - 4 comments
Directing Art
Graduate degree in design = a career in art direction? [more inside]
posted by howiamdifferent at 5:37 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by howiamdifferent at 5:37 PM PST - 10 comments
Dude didn't get a dell
Help us identify the model of this oldish desktop. [more inside]
posted by iarerach at 4:53 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by iarerach at 4:53 PM PST - 5 comments
What's the best software for uploading via a browser?
Webdav for Beginners: Need to setup remote disk access for uploads, but it must be secure, easy to administer, and run on OSX. What's the best way to do this, ideally with a gui? [more inside]
NY in May for the whole family
Highly Specific Travel Filter: What can my family do — together — in New York in May? [more inside]
Android PDF reader: fast, offline, small - pick two
I'm looking for a good offline pdf reader for android (specifically, the G1 running 1.5) [more inside]
posted by yggdrasil at 4:35 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by yggdrasil at 4:35 PM PST - 3 comments
Orange ya glad I asked this in time for summer?
What is the best way for someone to peel an orange, if they have short fingernails? Assume growing longer nails, or eating the orange cut into slices are not favorable options. [more inside]
posted by invisible ink at 4:33 PM PST - 52 comments
posted by invisible ink at 4:33 PM PST - 52 comments
Is NYC as cool as I think it would be?
I'm trying to decide between grad school and moving to NYC to be a software developer. Please de-romanticize that latter option for me. [more inside]
Cinematography reel website creation?
My good friend is a cinematographer and wants to update his online reel. I said I would snoop around for ideas on how best to do this? [more inside]
event site photo printing suggestions
I need suggestions for software and a printer to take event photos and print them on-site with a frame and event-related text. [more inside]
Advice on structuring a presentation
[presentation-filter] What is the best way of structuring a complex computer-slide presentation? [more inside]
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 3:10 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 3:10 PM PST - 7 comments
help my brother teach 5th graders how to write about the Constitution!
Help with Grade 5 Writing Project (related to the U.S. Constitution) [more inside]
posted by DuckGirl at 3:05 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by DuckGirl at 3:05 PM PST - 9 comments
Gimme pics!
Can I use images from books online without getting into legal trouble? [more inside]
How to get my loan back ASAP?
I was not conned, but my friend will not re-pay loan. [more inside]
posted by alice_curiouse at 2:35 PM PST - 70 comments
posted by alice_curiouse at 2:35 PM PST - 70 comments
Things Your English Teacher Taught You
What is the best thing your high school English teacher taught you? [more inside]
posted by airguitar2 at 2:28 PM PST - 105 comments
posted by airguitar2 at 2:28 PM PST - 105 comments
Monogram my Mom?
Help me monogram Mom's pajamas in a hilarious fashion. [more inside]
Stumped by a squirrel
Stumped by a Squirrel - can you help? We have a squirrel,in the attic, a probable nest, possibly babies in the nest, a Havahart live trap. It's been a couple of weeks, and since the first time we baited a smaller trap, s/he hasn't taken the bait from the (ostensibly) appropriate size trap. [more inside]
posted by judybxxx at 2:01 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by judybxxx at 2:01 PM PST - 12 comments
DVD sets on eBay: too good to be true?
I'm looking to pick up a TV series on DVD. I'm fine with buying used DVDs, but some eBay sellers worry me. I see folks who offer the same collected sets, using the same pictures, and the whole set is selling for significantly less if I bought the seasons individually. Are they trustworthy? Or am I unaware of large discount sales where these people might get their stock? More queries inside. [more inside]
posted by filthy light thief at 1:55 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by filthy light thief at 1:55 PM PST - 8 comments
Once you go Mac, you'll never go back.
I'm looking for a Windows-specific Mac-style keyboard. [more inside]
Can I swap 30" drop-in ovens?
Replacing broken drop-in oven with another...plug-n-play or some disassembly required? [more inside]
How do you study a study?
How can a layperson find out if a study has been discredited, or else disputed? [more inside]
Animated Shorts Filter, help with my nostalgia!
MeFi, help me identify a few animated shorts I rented on tape from Blockbuster about 10 years ago. I think they were compiled from the same festival(s over a few years) [more inside]
posted by andreinla at 1:30 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by andreinla at 1:30 PM PST - 12 comments
A man can't be too careful what he signs these days...
Why won't Apple Mail let me attach a signature to my emails? [more inside]
Cool Tenant Wanted
I am about to close on my first house in three weeks and it has a small apartment underneath the main house so I am going to go from being a life-long renter to home-owner and landlord in one fell swoop. Help me to be a good landlord and attract good tenants. [more inside]
posted by Bango Skank at 1:14 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by Bango Skank at 1:14 PM PST - 23 comments
Need help identifying Chinese song.
I need help identifying the very first (Chinese) song in this short film. I remember my mum having it on her mix tape when I was a young girl. Thank you in advance!
Can you manipulate Google?
To SEO people out there ... is it possible to manipulate a small business website to push the business up Google's rankings and get it onto the first page of results? [more inside]
What is the model, please?
Please help me identify this old Gibson guitar. What is the model?
http://tinyurl.com/2wxccjj
posted by wsg at 12:26 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by wsg at 12:26 PM PST - 6 comments
advantages of having a profile picture with your online general resume? (linkedin.com specifically)
Should I upload my picture in my linkedin public resume profile? [more inside]
posted by figTree at 12:11 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by figTree at 12:11 PM PST - 12 comments
Daughter set up Facebook when forbidden. Now what?
Tween daughter on facebook behind my back.. Want to educate and discuss without freaking out. Help! [more inside]
Should I tell my girlfriend about my nosejob?
At what point should one disclose prior plastic surgery to a significant other even if never asked directly? Is it a breach of trust to not volunteer something material like that after a certain amount of time? [more inside]
My oven has a dumb safety feature ... it doesn't get hot.
The built-in oven in my rented accommodation switches off when it gets hot — an unusual design decision, you might suppose. Thing is, it's not broken as such, just awkward, so getting it replaced by the landlord is unlikely. What alternatives could I use? [more inside]
What is social democracy?
Are there any good sources to read up on modern social democracy, as a political ideology? Educate me on "social democrats" [more inside]
Small Network Name Resolution
What's the simplest way to get local DNS(-like) services on a small network? [more inside]
timeline for starting a new life?
I'm quitting my job, moving 2,000 miles away, and getting married. I've never done this before. When do I start applying for new jobs and looking for an apartment? Bonus points for library-job-specific recommendations. [more inside]
posted by booknerd at 11:31 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by booknerd at 11:31 AM PST - 11 comments
liquid
Looking for the ultimate thermos/liquid container. Can't seem to find anything satisfactory. Simple requirements: Airtight, glass insert, can hold ~30+ ounces. There are plenty of these on the market, but many of them leak. Anyone have experiences with a good one? [more inside]
posted by parallax7d at 10:53 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by parallax7d at 10:53 AM PST - 14 comments
"Hello," I think… I could be mistaken.
Suppose you were designing a Star Wars-esque protocol droid. How would it learn new languages it had never encountered before? I'm writing a science fiction story and I'm trying to figure out how a language-learning robot character might realistically handle a situation. [more inside]
Taking a break from work - help me make it count!
My wife has been feeling a lot of stress at her job for quite some time and is unsure of her overall career choice. She switched jobs about 1.5 years ago to try to reduce stress but her situation has not improved. She is concerned about finding a new job while employed (again) because the positions that she is qualified for would be similar. She is considering leaving her job and taking the time off to explore options and get herself into mental and physical shape. We've gone over our finances together and played out several scenarios that we think will work. Now we're seeking advice on things we may have missed or advice on how to make these months off really count as a time of mental reflection and physical health. [more inside]
i'm scared i'm scarred
Bad skin reaction to Blackhead foampads. Help? [more inside]
Lazy gardening isn't cutting it
Cheap / free options for garden record-keeping? [more inside]
posted by ryanshepard at 10:36 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by ryanshepard at 10:36 AM PST - 11 comments
work with no arms
What kind of jobs exist that don't require the use of one's arms or hands? [more inside]
posted by three bear minimum at 10:33 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by three bear minimum at 10:33 AM PST - 20 comments
Let's get Desk A to Point B
I want a piece of cheap furniture, specifically this Fredrik desk from Ikea. Difficulty: I live around 280 miles from the nearest Ikea. Even if I wanted to pick one up, I drive a small car. What to do? [more inside]
posted by Willie0248 at 10:05 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by Willie0248 at 10:05 AM PST - 28 comments
CAN DIRECTV ANTENNAS AND OLD TIVOS WORK TOGETHER?
I now have a TIVO and a DirecTV antenna. Can I connect them together to do anything cool? [more inside]
Help me avoid getting scammed by London Landlord
I'm in the US. Do I have any reason to believe that I'm being scammed by this person in London from whom we are considering renting an apartment? Link to apartment and other details inside... [more inside]
posted by crapples at 9:46 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by crapples at 9:46 AM PST - 16 comments
I think the bleeding's stopped... here, let me check.
Any docs/pharmacists out there in mefi land? Anyone know if a side effect of Metoprolol is thinning blood? Or what else would cause me to bleed like a stuck pig? [more inside]
Just Say YES
Can I *Gift* a friend in Portland, OR with several months of the YES (Yankees Entertainment and Sports) Network? [more inside]
Help a farmer find his smartphone?
Which is more durable? The iPhone or the Nexus One? Or something I haven't heard of yet? [more inside]
posted by stet at 9:25 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by stet at 9:25 AM PST - 27 comments
Cartoon Heads.
I'm looking for the artist behind this drawing of Bender (the robots) head. From what I can remember it was apart of a series of similar head drawings which included Darth Vader and Homer Simpson.
I believe the artist was selling t-shirts on his website.
posted by nam3d at 9:08 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by nam3d at 9:08 AM PST - 2 comments
I care too much about earbuds I break.
Another earbud question with maddening specificity. [more inside]
Looking for iPod wall mounted dock solution.
Does anybody have any real-world experience with a wall-mount iPod dock? [more inside]
It's busted, no waittaminnit, it's not!
What happened to my PC and why did it stop? Alienware Area 51 ALX, twin Nvidia 880 cards, Win7 32 bit. On Friday, I got a BSOD and then the system immediately re-booted. On boot, instead of the normal POST hardware enumeration screen, I got what appeared to be random characters and then Win7 went to start-up repair mode. Several cycles of this did no good. Backup was out of date (yes, I know, stupid of me,) so managed to get to a command prompt from the Win7 install DVD and run XCOPY to copy my entire user file to external HD. Took 3 days, I guess running under CMD wouldn't allow USB Speeds. Today, the file copy finally finishing last night, I started the machine intending to run Memtest 86 from CD, it started right up. [more inside]
posted by Expat at 8:44 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Expat at 8:44 AM PST - 9 comments
Should I be patient and give this a chance?
Experiences with Cesamet (generic name nabilone, a synthetic cannabinoid)? I was prescribed the drug for continued pain with a recent surgery because I can't take any habit-forming meds (opiates, benzos), but when I took it last night it made me feel incredibly stoned-- and that's not a pleasant experience for me. Will the side effects subside over time? [more inside]
Closed adoptions in the 21st century?
What happened that caused the "closed" adoption to fall out of fashion, and what resources are still available to a couple who wishes to adopt a newborn without adopting a relationship with the baby's biological mother? [more inside]
Flash? More like Strobe.
Help me play YouTube and Hulu videos on my PowerBook. [more inside]
how do I insert multiple photos into a blog post?
how can I insert multiple photos into a Wordpress blog post? Right now it takes 5-6 clicks per photo, and it's driving me nuts. Note that I do not need a gallery, but rather I need to be able to select multiple images that would be inserted into the blog post one after another, so I could add text to each of them later. Thank you so much!!!!
Best resources for recruiting smart people?
What are the best forums for recruiting a specific type of prospective employee*? [more inside]
Punk rock teenage parental angst, but I'm an adult.
So I'm thinking about family therapy. I'm a 25 year old female with a strained relationship with her mother. Has group therapy helped you sort out issues with your family? [more inside]
Is Better Better Than Bigger?
I want to buy my wife diamond earrings. You are not my wife, of course, but assuming you were, would you value the size or the quality of the diamonds more? [more inside]
Value of an antique lie detector
I've come to possess an antique lie detector. How do I find out how much it might be worth? [more inside]
Final housing inspection - how long should it be?
How long should an end-of-lease final inspection be, and what kind of questions/attitude should I permit/tolerate from the owner?
I have been renting a small apartment for about four years, and have just moved out. I had the 'pre-inspection' for moving out today, and the final inspection will be held on the weekend. The apartment is in good condition, I've been a good tenant, but I'm really nervous. [more inside]
posted by different at 7:19 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by different at 7:19 AM PST - 9 comments
Dealing with alcohol withdrawals
What can I expect dealing with alcohol withdrawals? [more inside]
posted by mad bomber what bombs at midnight at 7:07 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by mad bomber what bombs at midnight at 7:07 AM PST - 16 comments
I am a prisoner of my own micro-boredom
What are some good one handed games/distractions for the iPhone? [more inside]
posted by shothotbot at 7:03 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by shothotbot at 7:03 AM PST - 24 comments
iPhoto Keeps Killing My Library!
iPhoto Help Filter: About six months ago I opened iPhoto to the horror of little black boxes instead of events. Photos were exhibiting the same problem. I had ample backups so I browsed back in time to find the version of my iPhoto library that wasn't corrupt. I restored it. It happened again. I restored it. You guessed it... it keeps happening. [more inside]
Picking an affordable entry-level DSLR camera
I've been using Canon PowerShot models for years. My current one is the G10. I think with my experience in amateur photography, I can finally move on to something more advanced. Do you have any suggestions for an entry-level DSLR camera? [more inside]
Please help me find the name of the novel where God literally falls to Earth, stone dead, from Heaven.
I'm looking for the name of a novel in which God, portrayed as a gigantic being thousands of feet tall and weighing millions of pounds wearing robes and having a flowing white beard, quite literally falls to earth from heaven, stone dead. The story is all about the repercussions on Earth after this event.
posted by DrDreidel at 6:52 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by DrDreidel at 6:52 AM PST - 16 comments
Google Analytics in an iPhone webapp gone native
How can I make Google Analytics + event tracking work from without a webapp-as-native-application on the iPhone? I think it doesn't report a domain. [more inside]
Stripping Glue
What equipment and chemicals do I need to strip carpet glue and paint off of a cement/concrete floor? [more inside]
Legal help in Suffolk County, NY
Free/low cost legal help in Suffolk County, NY [more inside]
posted by ginagina at 6:04 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by ginagina at 6:04 AM PST - 3 comments
At the farms gate...
I have family visiting me here in Sydney from overseas and I'd love to take them on a fresh produce tour of the Hawkesbury farm trail. Problem is, we have just one day, theres a lot to choose from and I'm not sure what would be the best option! [more inside]
Best, most effective drugs for a dentalphobe
Help me figure out which drugs I need to get through my next dental appointment. [more inside]
Protege Lock not working
My 2001 Mazda Protege automatic locks don't seem to be working properly. When I press the remote, it only unlocks the driver side door. But when I press the remote to lock it, it'll lock every door. It isn't the fuse, because it is still working. So.. I'm not sure if this is some security feature i accidentally turned on, or if it is some sort of short in the automatic lock.
What's this song?
What is this song called? my mate keeps hassling me to find it on YouTube. [more inside]
How can I test whether a canvas area has finished rendering?
My JavaScript rough edges are showing. How can I test whether my html5 canvas area has finished rendering so I can use it for other purposes? [more inside]
Et in Arcadia me go
Good weekend destination in some idyllic corner of rural England or Scotland? [more inside]
A friend is dying. Help me help her and her family.
A friend is dying. Help me help her and her family. [more inside]
April 26
Gender, Sexuality, and Education...HELP!
I'm planning a training for elementary and middle school educators on sexuality and gender in education. What do YOU wish your teachers/educators would have known/talked about/done/etc? [more inside]
Why does my gas cooker not have gas anymore, and what do I do about it?
My gas hob/stove/cooktop doesn't have gas anymore, in any of the 4 rings. Our gas boiler appears to be working fine as we're still getting heating and hot water. The electric oven on the same appliance also works fine. The ignition works, it's just there's no gas coming through, but there was yesterday. What is wrong, and what do I do?
Maybe I could sell it to a bar as pre-made lemondrops?
Help! My limoncello is too sweet! [more inside]
Help me find my female role model.
Who is the female equivalent of Chris from Northern Exposure? [more inside]
Product Review: Life
Looking for a poem about Life in the form of a product review. More details that I remember about the poem below the fold. [more inside]
posted by eleanna at 10:23 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by eleanna at 10:23 PM PST - 5 comments
God, please let my PVC-to-ABS issue be minor.
ABS, PVC, a six-inch drain and me -- am I as frakked as it appears I am? [more inside]
posted by liquado at 10:16 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by liquado at 10:16 PM PST - 12 comments
Developing effective work habits in high school
What can I do to help my brother form a strong work ethic while he is young? [more inside]
posted by mossicle at 9:51 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by mossicle at 9:51 PM PST - 10 comments
Smith residence, Sally speaking!
How do children learn phone etiquette in a world with no landlines? [more inside]
posted by Eyebrows McGee at 9:39 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by Eyebrows McGee at 9:39 PM PST - 25 comments
Rainbows, on my feet.
These shoes, I must have them. [more inside]
Weight, genetics, and ratios. Or: Motivate me to drop some pounds
According to my waist-hip ratio, I am unattractive and will die of heart disease. How much will weight loss help? [more inside]
posted by BusyBusyBusy at 9:24 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by BusyBusyBusy at 9:24 PM PST - 9 comments
Major problems with my Mini.
I've had a problem prone 2007 Mini Cooper S which is now in the dealer's shop after a major (potentially fatal) failure. Not being a mechanic, I'm really curious if I'm being fed a line of bulls**t. [more inside]
Recommend Me Some Books Filter (I know this happens a lot)
Recommend Me Some Books Filter (I know this happens a lot) [more inside]
16 year old wants his own business
What advice can you give to a 16 year old that wants to start his own business? [more inside]
Boston-area dentist who doesn't insist on x-rays?
Boston-area dentist who doesn't insist on x-rays? [more inside]
pray to your parent's god?
Gandhi quotation question. This is second hand and I cannot specify the second hand. Supposedly the great man said something like pray to your parents' god and any (whatever) god will respect that. [more inside]
posted by bukvich at 8:05 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by bukvich at 8:05 PM PST - 2 comments
How do you keep track of complicated deadlines?
Grantwriters and Anyone Else who manages complex deadlines and reporting: I am a newly hired grantwriter for a nonprofit. Help me develop processes to keep track of what has been submitted and when things are due. [more inside]
Is there a Mac app/Firefox plugin that will help me do focused reading online?
Is there a Mac app/Firefox plugin that lets you set a period of time, say 10 minutes, during which the computer is locked down and the only thing you can do is read the one webpage that you specify? No switching programs, no clicking on links, nothing else. [more inside]
Where can my relative find a green burial in the L.A. area?
A dear relative will likely die within the next decade, and I am trying to help her plan a natural burial in L.A., but am flummoxed by California's regulations and am unsure whether it is a viable option. [more inside]
Too much workplace drama. Work it out or jump ship?
Three managers constantly create a triangle of drama and I'm in the middle. Fight it or move on? [more inside]
Buying lamb in the PDX Metro Area.
Where is the best place to buy rack of lamb in the Portland metropolitan area? [more inside]
posted by nonmerci at 6:36 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by nonmerci at 6:36 PM PST - 6 comments
Do I have too many hobbies?
Hobbies: I have too many of them! Is this really a problem? [more inside]
posted by goateebird at 6:07 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by goateebird at 6:07 PM PST - 14 comments
Can you name this record from Last Tango in Paris?
Asking for a friend: In Last Tango in Paris, Marlon Brando puts on this record, which isn't listed in the credits. Anyone know the source?
He sent this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9JRaX2mZ8c
Where can I purchase Carlos Drummond de Andrade's poetry in Portuguese and English?
Where can I purchase Carlos Drummond de Andrade's poetry in Portuguese and English? Portuguese version is for a friend; English version is for me. [more inside]
posted by esprit de l'escalier at 5:46 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by esprit de l'escalier at 5:46 PM PST - 1 comment
Skeptic Smackdown
Does photography and reproduction of a publicly displayed sign fall under fair use? [more inside]
posted by Tube at 5:39 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Tube at 5:39 PM PST - 20 comments
In search of a good mexican food place in LA or San Fernando valley...
I'm in search of a good mexican food place in LA or San Fernando Valley... [more inside]
Best way to Guangzhou from HK Airport
What's the cheapest way and/or fastest way to get to Guangzhou from Hong Kong airport? Train or bus, not plane.
posted by ajackson at 5:28 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by ajackson at 5:28 PM PST - 6 comments
How to make myself go to bed at 10pm or 11pm each night?
I'm a 33 year old woman in good health who lives alone.
Recently, for reasons I don't fully understand, I have been staying up too late (between 12 midnight and 3 am, once even to 5am), and it is making me very tired during the day, so I would like to stop. [more inside]
"Why not reconnect?" Well....
A friend of mine passed away in February. Is there any way to get Facebook to stop suggesting that I reconnect with him? [more inside]
posted by zarq at 4:48 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by zarq at 4:48 PM PST - 34 comments
A chocolate cake you won't regret! Examples of choice/regret in mainstream media.
A decadent chocolate cake you won't regret? Help me find examples of choice and regret in popular/mainstream media, including advertising/marketing, but also on the magazine stand, in sitcoms, etc. [more inside]
How can I stream the same Pandora music across my network?
I have a couple networked PCs throughout my house, and would like to synchronize the audio from a streaming service like Pandora or Last.Fm throughout. [more inside]
Parking Paranoia
Please give me advice about parking (and food?) in Seattle. [more inside]
posted by hellogoodbye at 4:37 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by hellogoodbye at 4:37 PM PST - 34 comments
can i haz it?
Lamb sausage has been in the fridge for a week+ and has turned mostly brown and in some spots even hardened. It smells fine, so please tell me if I'm about to provoke gastronomic disaster.
posted by KingoftheWhales at 4:21 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by KingoftheWhales at 4:21 PM PST - 28 comments
name yet another blog!
[name my blog filter] Starting a lifestyle blog, primarily focusing on going from an overweight, unhealthy and angry individual to a happy and healthy person. Totally brain dead on naming it! [more inside]
I heard it's always sunny there.
What are some can't miss things to do in Philadelphia for my boyfriend's birthday? [more inside]
posted by sephira at 4:09 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by sephira at 4:09 PM PST - 13 comments
Emotion Regulation at the Movies
I have overly intense emotional reactions to literature, films, & TV shows. Please help me enjoy art like a normal person again. [more inside]
We're listening in.
"Your call may be monitored or recorded for quality assurance purposes". Okay, but do I have to tell you someone else is monitoring the call on my end? [more inside]
posted by WolfDaddy at 4:03 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by WolfDaddy at 4:03 PM PST - 15 comments
Question about the TV show Treme
Question about the TV show Treme and race. (Possible spoilers inside. Well, at least, plot points inside.) [more inside]
posted by dfriedman at 3:55 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by dfriedman at 3:55 PM PST - 14 comments
I love you, you're perfect, now go away.
I'm the one with commitment issues, so why are we going to couples counseling? [more inside]
Need Help Tailoring Homeowner Insurance in WI
I am buying my first home in Wisconsin and needs homeowner insurance. Different companies are giving me different suggestions on minimum coverage. Can you help us out? [more inside]
Is it possible to realize something is wrong without knowing it?
Given that you've suffered some form of abuse growing up, is it possible to have a successful relationship given you have no self-awareness of the fact that this is not normal? [more inside]
posted by gadha at 3:25 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by gadha at 3:25 PM PST - 21 comments
Failed smog, what to fix?
Hello AskMe Mechanics! My 1999 Chevy S-10 just failed its emissions test and I need some reliable information as to why and towards what I can do to make sure it passes next time. [more inside]
Can someone explain the broken season television model to me?
Can someone explain the broken season television model to me? [more inside]
posted by Gainesvillain at 2:21 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Gainesvillain at 2:21 PM PST - 18 comments
Where Can I Find These Boots?
Help. I know nothing about fashion, and nothing about these boots. [more inside]
I believe I can fly... Oh. Darn.
Is it possible to become a pilot with diagnosed ADHD and depression? (Particularly, work for a major airline?) If you've done it, I'd like to hear from you. [more inside]
posted by biochemist at 2:02 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by biochemist at 2:02 PM PST - 6 comments
Brown Jordan patio furniture prices?
Finding prices for Brown Jordan patio furniture? [more inside]
posted by Tell Me No Lies at 1:52 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Tell Me No Lies at 1:52 PM PST - 4 comments
How do I download PDFs from online journals automatically?
How do I automatically "subscribe" to my online professional journals? I want the PDFs from new issues downloaded automatically, is that possible? [more inside]
posted by blahblahblah at 1:44 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by blahblahblah at 1:44 PM PST - 14 comments
Has the genre of music loosely known as "trip-hop" faded away or has it been incorporated into other genres/labels?
Has the genre of music loosely known as "trip-hop" faded away or has it been incorporated into other genres/labels? [more inside]
posted by jeremias at 1:40 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by jeremias at 1:40 PM PST - 12 comments
Something besides insurance fraud.
What should we do with over 10,000 pictures of food? [more inside]
posted by infinitefloatingbrains at 1:30 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by infinitefloatingbrains at 1:30 PM PST - 14 comments
New York unemployment question for employers
I have a question about unemployment in New York state- but on the employer side. [more inside]
what was the music in that appliance ad from a few years ago?
TV commercial music filter: US television ad from a few years back (3-5 maybe) for a line of kitchen appliances (can't recall the brand - great ad, I suppose - so not sure about googling) that featured a montage of images showing food producers (farmers, fishermen, etc.) going about their work then smiling at the camera and holding the results (fresh vegetables, eggs, fish, etc.). But what was the piece of orchestra music in the sound track? [more inside]
Super Sonic Haters
FontFilter: A font which reflects deep respect for low frequency vibrations. [more inside]
Will wifi or widi do?
How do I put together an HDTV DVR that can wifi stream programs and movies to multiple home TV's? [more inside]
posted by paphun123 at 12:50 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by paphun123 at 12:50 PM PST - 14 comments
she sells silk sheets suitable for sweaty sleepers
Please recommend sheets for someone who gets very warm in the night. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 12:48 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by anonymous at 12:48 PM PST - 18 comments
everyone you know someday will die
Why am I unreasonably anxious about death? [more inside]
Is this some kind of scam?
I don't use any 3rd party applications on Facebook but is this some kind of adware/phishing/virus etc? The images in the right frame appeared while typing a status update; when I finished entering the update they disappeared. I haven't been able to reproduce this consistently but it has happened twice since yesterday. Anyone seen this?
posted by domographer at 12:39 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by domographer at 12:39 PM PST - 6 comments
Darling, don't you go and cut his hair...
I'm pretty sure my mother gave our one year old his first haircut while my wife and I were at work, without our permission. She denies doing so. I'm not sure how we should handle this. [more inside]
posted by Slarty Bartfast at 12:28 PM PST - 49 comments
posted by Slarty Bartfast at 12:28 PM PST - 49 comments
longsleeve shirts for thinner taller guys
I'm a mid-twenties, relatively-tall, relatively-fit (6' 1", 180 lbs...but I run a lot) guy who has a shirt problem. During the colder months I really like wearing long-sleeve cotton shirts as a sort of base layer under other things. My problem? I can't find any brand that fits...either the arms are too short, or the shirt maker seems to presume that I'm going to have a beer belly to go along with my longer than average arms. I.e., what I'm looking for is something like the small size of this, but with longer arms. I realize I could get larger shirts tailored down or go the bespoken route, but both of those options seem kind of overkill for what should really be a pretty standard product. Are there any brands that serve guys in my size by default? [more inside]
Finding health insurance in 7,538,462 easy steps.
Need help finding a health insurance broker in NYC. [more inside]
Is there anything as good as an Onkyo P-304 anymore?
Where to find a new (or used) preamp that is like an Onkyo Integra P-304, P-306, P-308, P-309, or P-3030? [more inside]
What's the joke?
What's the joke? A Non–Sequitir single panel. Please explain [more inside]
posted by tellurian at 12:06 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by tellurian at 12:06 PM PST - 15 comments
New House -- Who is at fault?
So my wife and I settled on a new house a couple months ago. We did our due diligence, had the house inspected by a licensed and reputable home inspector, bought the house under the guidance of a real estate agent with 20+ years experience buying and selling homes in our area. Nevertheless, the county sheriff came knocking on our door last week. [more inside]
posted by crunchland at 11:59 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by crunchland at 11:59 AM PST - 31 comments
Just a bunch of points in time
[Geek Filter] I'm trying to figure out a way to take a MIDI file and use the pitch/duration information as data points to create a graph. [more inside]
posted by nosila at 11:57 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by nosila at 11:57 AM PST - 4 comments
Naming a cat and owning an already declawed cat
I'm adopting a cat off of Craigslist and have a few general cat questions (about naming a cat and owning an already declawed cat). [more inside]
What to do with ex-roommate's stuff?
My roommate moved out and left a ton of stuff behind. What do i do with it? [more inside]
posted by silverstatue at 11:27 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by silverstatue at 11:27 AM PST - 16 comments
Find missing text in MS Word 2004 on a Macbook
Argh! Just pressed don't save on MS word (2004 for Mac - Macbook OSX 10.6.3) and now trying to locate autosaved previous versions of document. Help!!! More incompetence inside.... [more inside]
posted by you're only jung once at 11:22 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by you're only jung once at 11:22 AM PST - 4 comments
Bob and Carol and Ted and Alice and Lions and Tigers and Bears and Hot Tubs and Hairy Chests and Press-On Nails...
Some now-former friends have decided to jump into polyamory as a solution to a big mess of relationship crazy. I think this is a terrible, terrible idea, for reasons specific to both the couple and polyamory as a whole. But how do I discuss this with them (and others) without sliding down the slippery slope of defining what other types of relationships are "right" or "wrong"? [more inside]
DIY Pedicure
Please tell me everything I need to do/buy to give myself a pedicure. [more inside]
Why yes I am from Jersey.
I have a podcast. Sometimes my voice is really nasally. Can I fix this physically or inside an audio editor? I guess what I’m asking is how do I develop a radio/podcast/speaking voice? (Hopefully without paying through the nose.)
posted by edbles at 10:29 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by edbles at 10:29 AM PST - 10 comments
Free money? Hidden deathtrap?
Should I take a subsidized Stafford Loan if I don't need it? [more inside]
posted by zvs at 10:26 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by zvs at 10:26 AM PST - 30 comments
What types of businesses thrive in "poor" areas?
The area I live in is artsy but fairly economically depressed. As a result, there are some cheap strip mall type storefronts and office spaces available. Since I've always wanted to go into business for myself, I'm especially tempted now that their are some inexpensive places available. The main questions is this: What types of business thrive in "poor areas" ?
I've thought of the obvious ones; Liquor Store, Gun Store, Coin Laundry, Check Cashing, Cash Advance, Tax Prep & Porno Shop, Buy Here Pay Here car lot.
None of these really interest me. Can you help me think of some other types of (legal) business that tend to thrive in poorer areas?
Thanks!
I quit smoking then developed asthma.
I quit smoking two months ago, started running and weightlifting, am getting in good shape, and have inexplicably developed severe asthma seemingly out of nowhere. I have no insurance. I'm in NYC. Three questions: Why did this happen after I quit smoking? Should I see a GP or a specialist? How expensive are typical asthma meds? [more inside]
“In Boston they ask, how much does he know?"
I'm moving away from home-sweet-home Boston in two months. What should I make sure not to miss before then? [more inside]
Stephen Hawking's Reputation
What does the astrophysics community think of Stephen Hawking? [more inside]
Heeeeere's ShadePlant! How to better conceal my feelings?
How can I better conceal my feelings? My face gives away every thought I have... Whether I'm angry, delighted, anything! [more inside]
Where is the best place to buy fresh seafood in Pittsburgh?
Where is the best place to buy fresh seafood in Pittsburgh? [more inside]
posted by Poppa Bear at 9:23 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Poppa Bear at 9:23 AM PST - 10 comments
Agent Producitivity In An Imperfect Scenario
I need to measure my employee's performance however, due to system limitations, I cannot track their not ready time. What is the best method for measuring employee productivity in a call center that has vastly different call types with no good way to actually measure offline time? [more inside]
I need to learn how to meet women
I need to learn how to meet women. Six months ago my girlfriend and I broke up. Before I met her (she was a fan of some writing I did and pursued me), I was completely isolated. I literally never interacted with anyone beyond getting change at the grocery store. I've gotten a bit better, but being alone again I am finding it very difficult. [more inside]
Why Dave Allen isn't suing everyone who mentions GTD
How did David Allen give his blessing to the entire ecosystem of GTD blogs and software? [more inside]
On a mission for your best burrito, SF.
Where can I get the best Mission-style burrito in San Francisco? [more inside]
posted by adamdschneider at 8:54 AM PST - 39 comments
posted by adamdschneider at 8:54 AM PST - 39 comments
What's the impact of driving a car 5 miles?
How much difference would it make if I walk to work, when I live so close? [more inside]
posted by JanetLand at 8:25 AM PST - 53 comments
posted by JanetLand at 8:25 AM PST - 53 comments
How to turn my brain off?
Activities that demand one's full attention so the mind doesn't wander to subjects it's unhelpful to think about? Preferably ones that can be done indoors and alone. [more inside]
posted by Wisco72 at 8:12 AM PST - 45 comments
posted by Wisco72 at 8:12 AM PST - 45 comments
Hello, ["The] World [is But a Broken Toy"]!
I am interested in creating a simple Android app for my own private use, but never having created such a thing before, I'm rather overwhelmed by the dev info. Can you guide me? Or is there a simpler way of doing this that doesn't involve creating an app? [more inside]
posted by ocherdraco at 8:06 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by ocherdraco at 8:06 AM PST - 11 comments
Im not an alien!! I think.
How do i best go about becoming a California Resident (as a German/Slovak Citizen) [more inside]
A place to share
I have enough credit to fund five people or organisations for a one year standard account at a dedicated photography hosting website. [more inside]
Why is weed still illegal at all?
Will somebody please explain marijuana prohibition? What arguments are actually persuading the people who vote for it? Do any of them actually make sense? Are there special interests behind the initiatives to keep it illegal? There must be real, solid reasons you can't buy weed in CVS yet, but I can't even fathom what they are. [more inside]
Neighbor Craziness Problem
What kind of crazy is my neighbor and can my landlord do anything about it? [more inside]
Can I swim 5k in open waters?
How does open water swimming in a Lake or River compare to swimming in a pool in terms of difficulty? [more inside]
The world is listening.
I've been invited to participate in a fancy East Coast sound-art conference in a few weeks. I'm across the country. They don't have ISDN. What's the best way for me to participate live and interactively via the Internet? (Audio, obviously, not just text.) [more inside]
posted by mykescipark at 7:20 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by mykescipark at 7:20 AM PST - 9 comments
AGGHh
How to resolve a potentially unpleasant roommate-moving-out situation? More details provided. [more inside]
How to implement user donations on my forum?
I own a forum which caters to a narrow interest in a small language, so it will never be huge. However, I still have to pay for hosting and decided to spring for a vBulletin licence last year. So I'm paying a modest sum out of pocket yearly. To help offset this I'm currently running a low level of AdSense ads. This does not bring in much, but I'm unwilling to "upgrade" to big, annoying ads. I'm considering implementing a PayPal donation button. What I'm unsure of are the social dynamics of this. [more inside]
Suggest a candy for our technology lounge
What is the next candy in this series? Atomic Fireballs, Lemonheads... [more inside]
posted by Plutor at 7:00 AM PST - 41 comments
posted by Plutor at 7:00 AM PST - 41 comments
Should I be worried about my son's teeth?
Should I be worried about my son's teeth/jaw? Is it malocclusion? [more inside]
Japanese Customs (of the non-social variety)
I may have to hand-carry 50 copies of an English-language business book into Japan next month. I will declare the books to the customs inspector at Narita.
Does anyone have experience doing this? Does Japanese Customs only accept cash? Is my lack of Japanese likely to be a problem? Is this a one-stop process, or will I have to collect the books later?
Thanks in advance!
posted by quidividi at 6:06 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by quidividi at 6:06 AM PST - 3 comments
No Flash Web Gallery Template?
Clean and minimal web photo gallery templates with NO FLASH? [more inside]
Did they write this job for me? Um, no.
Please help me get my first professional librarian job. [more inside]
Flatbed scanner for my face?
I'm looking for a (relatively inexpensive) scanner with a good depth of field to scan faces, objects etc. Help?
posted by danburzo at 5:50 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by danburzo at 5:50 AM PST - 11 comments
"I like you but hate your taste in books". Can this be improved?
What's the most polite way to return a book to someone who loved it, and lent it to you because they were sure that you would also love it -- but which is so far from your preferred genres that there is no way you will ever get through it? [more inside]
How do I protect my flash drive from malware?
Can I use a flash drive to transfer files from university computer labs to my home computer without picking up nasty malware? I will often need to work on a number of 25-30 MB spreadsheets, both at home and in university computer labs, and I'm inclined to use a flash drive to transport the files. Because of download quotas, Dropbox might not work too well for me. Can I transport the files via flash drive while maintaining a reasonable level of security? If you use a flash drive on common use computers often, what's your method? Have you had security issues in the past? Thank you.
Looking for video clips of religious comedians making fun of atheists / agnostics.
Looking for video clips of religious comedians making fun of atheists / agnostics. [more inside]
Planning a fortnight in Europe
Travelling with the parents in Europe during the last two weeks of July. Please help us think of destinations! Parameters under the jump. [more inside]
Alone in Amsterdam...
Help me enjoy a solo trip to Amsterdam. [more inside]
posted by Tomorrowful at 1:06 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Tomorrowful at 1:06 AM PST - 20 comments
I know there's an instrumental version of "Thorns", but what's it called?
Years ago, I had an mp3 of :wumpscut:'s "Thorns" that was completely instrumental- no vocals at all. I lost it in a hard drive crash and have been unable to find it ever since. Can anybody tell me which mix that was and what disc I can find it on?
posted by Pope Guilty at 12:00 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Pope Guilty at 12:00 AM PST - 7 comments
April 25
Meritocracy
I remember reading a quote about meritocracy being the cruelest form of society, as the less intelligent or talented had no opportunity to better their lot. Or something along those lines. Could anyone point me towards the correct wording for that quote, or even similar ones?
What else can you do with smoked oysters?
Please suggest some recipes using smoked oysters. I have several tins of them and while they're delicious on crackers, you can only eat so many at a time. [more inside]
posted by exceptinsects at 11:34 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by exceptinsects at 11:34 PM PST - 9 comments
I want you so bad it's my only wish
Need help with identifying a half-sample of some eighties female vocalist, as echoed in a BEP single. [more inside]
Source of supposed Augustine quote?
I am looking for the actual source of a quote often attributed to St. Augustine of Hippo, but I begin to doubt that it is his: "The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page." I have searched his writings and do not find it anywhere. Any help? [more inside]
posted by Kentucky at 10:55 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Kentucky at 10:55 PM PST - 7 comments
How can I read my Twitter feed from top to bottom in chronological order?
How can I read my Twitter feed from top to bottom in chronological order? [more inside]
Most energetic, artsy scenes in Europe?
What European cities have the most bohemian, young, open, creative scenes/energy right now?
Infected! win32/fakespypro
How do I manually remove win32/fakespypro (showed up from a link someone sent) from my Vista system? I googled,with no luck from any reliable sources. I have four antivirus pgms installed, they keep removing it but it comes back. I now have DOS issues, no internet, cannot execute most pgms.. I managed to get regedit up but cannot find the keywords to fix it. Oddly enough, my restore disk became full at the same time. Where are the entries in the registry?
posted by ~Sushma~ at 9:34 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by ~Sushma~ at 9:34 PM PST - 15 comments
Just wondering...
Please help me solve my syncing problems?
How can I add new songs to my iPhone that I downloaded on my iTunes without waiting forever for the phone to backup? [more inside]
How can I bring a virtual team together socially?
How can I bring a virtual team together socially? [more inside]
How can I make a purchase from Apple with the money in my Paypal?
How can I place an order with Apple with the money in my Paypal? Apple requires payment from a credit card, which I don't have. Is there any way to transfer my money? [more inside]
Why is the world so big? How do I make it smaller?
What do you do when the people you love and care about live very far apart? Is there a way to live a multi-city life, or should I just grow up, pick relationships to prioritize, and resign myself to seeing everyone else a few weeks out of the year? [more inside]
posted by shaun uh at 8:42 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by shaun uh at 8:42 PM PST - 23 comments
My student fucked up and almost killed himself, what now?
Last night my student caused a catastrophic high speed centrifuge failure while alone in the lab. What do I do? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 8:19 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by anonymous at 8:19 PM PST - 32 comments
Let there be light...
One of the two halogen lightbulbs in my Wolf range hood needs to be replaced, but we cannot budge it. The bulb is very hard to grasp because it is almost flush with the sides and we can't get it ro turn. The other comes out no problem, so it's not like there is a special trick to removing them.
Ideas, suggestions, etc. greatly appreciated.
posted by mmf at 8:07 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by mmf at 8:07 PM PST - 6 comments
Can you recommend any speech recognition software for OSX with Danish support?
Can you recommend any speech recognition software for OSX with Danish support? [more inside]
Where can I find interesting versions of traditional children nursery rhymes/folk songs?
Where can I find interesting versions (i.e. opera, acoustic, rock, etc.) of traditional children nursery rhymes/folk songs? Any language is fine. [more inside]
posted by ad4pt at 7:56 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by ad4pt at 7:56 PM PST - 11 comments
How can I get my Facebook photo out of my e-mail?
I have a Facebook account linked to a Yahoo e-mail account. For some reason, my Facebook profile photo now appears in my out-going email. How do I get it to stop? [more inside]
Where can my friend get a loan?
Friend needs about $3000 fairly quickly for an unexpected expense, but has some late payments on her credit report. The credit union she uses and the bank where she has an account have both denied her already because of delinquent accounts. [more inside]
posted by howrobotsaremade at 7:37 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by howrobotsaremade at 7:37 PM PST - 24 comments
Help id the manufacturer of this c.1963 shower cold water valve stem!
We have a drip drip drip in the shower and had the plumber look at it when he came to service the furnace. Unfortunately it's not just the gasket; the actual valve stem is broken. House was built in 1963 and length of stem is ~3.25" (pictures at http://www.flickr.com/photos/vector_irony/) [more inside]
posted by saritonin at 7:29 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by saritonin at 7:29 PM PST - 5 comments
I want to raise funds for a move and be good to those who help me.
Illustrator trying to relocate from Phoenix to Portland, having yet another hare-brained idea of how to raise funds for such a venture. Lots inside. Help! [more inside]
Flowers for coworker's (and eventually more, I hope) birthday?
I've fallen hard for a coworker. Things seems to be moving in a positive direction and I feel like I'm reaching the point where I need to make my intentions more clear. It just so happens that her birthday is coming up. Would flowers be a bad idea? [more inside]
Should I trade my Chinese citizenship for a US one?
Should I give up my Chinese citizenship for a US one? If so, any tips or advice on going about it? Details and background inside. [more inside]
Life's a beach... but I don't want to die!
Help me plan my Outer Banks beach camping trip! [more inside]
Chubby arms be gone!
Do my upper arms look flabby because I need to lose fat or because I need to build muscle or both? [more inside]
Bike fit changes with weight loss?
Does your bike fit change significantly as you lose weight? [more inside]
Best movies about modern art?
What are the best movies or documentaries about modern art??
kitty won't stand up for treats - problem?
Are most cats willing to stand up on their back legs for treats they love, if they're also willing to "sit up"? If this one doesn't, is that grounds to worry about his joints? [more inside]
posted by amtho at 6:18 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by amtho at 6:18 PM PST - 29 comments
Need POS software suggestions for local farmers market.
I was asked to recommend a software/hardware solution that would enable our local farmers market to allow patrons to visit different vendor tables, choose their items and pay at a central pay station. Currently, patrons get handed a slip and present a number of slips at the pay station. I look to you, oh crowd, as this area of technology is not my strong suit.
Is there a way to "remove" engraving from a brass musical instrument?
Is there a way to "remove" engraving from a brass musical instrument? [more inside]
Trip suggestions from Vancouver please.
No thanks, Las Vegas. Looking for suggestions for a 3 day trip from Vancouver. [more inside]
Lease/notice to vacate question?
I am a landlord in WI. My current tenants in one of my units had a 6 month lease that converted to a month-to-month agreement at expiration. This same leave requires a 45 day notice (prior to the end of the month leaving to vacate which was signed as part of the non-standard provisions). They have been talking about buying a house for a long time, but nothing had surfaced yet. Last week, I received a call from one of the tenants that he was filling out his offer to purchase and wanted to know the amount of days required for notice bcs he wanted to close on either 5/31 or 6/30. [more inside]
What's the safest way of throwing an old hard drive away?
I have a bunch of old hard drives with personal data in them that I want to dispose of. What's the safest way of doing it? [more inside]
How can I see London's Rolling Bridge curl up outside of the scheduled times?
Is there any way I can request a special rolling of London's Rolling Bridge while I'm in town? It normally curls up every Friday at noon, but I won't be in town for it. What are the chances that I can catch or request an unscheduled curl?
(And if you've got any better ideas for what I can do in Paris and London immediately before and during the first week of May, I'd love to hear 'em inside, too...)
Be a better barista
Barista classes in Seattle? [more inside]
Article search redux
Asking for a friend. She's looking for an article she read a few months ago online - possibly in the New Yorker or Atlantic. It talked about how television has replaced books/literature as the medium for social/cultural commentary. [more inside]
Bipolar II?
I've had serious depression for bassically my entire adolescence which has steadily been getting worse. After a particularly bad episode last year I went on a high dose of venlafaxine which triggered, what I'm now realising was hypomania. It was actually a pretty great experience - it bassically just made me really high functioning. I didn't do anything irrational or dangerous and I made tons of friends and did lots of creative work.
That's worn off and now I'm depressed again. Does this mean I'm bipolar? I've had depression for a long time but I've never had anything close to a manic episode that wasn't triggered by drugs. If I am bipolar, are future hypomanic episodes likely to be as pleasant or could it turn into full blown mania? My uncle's bipolar I so I know what that's like.
New laptop time (I hope my current laptop doesn't read this and get angry).
Windows laptop suggestions or feedback. Details inside. Not looking for "Buy a Mac" as an answer. [more inside]
road trip itinerary planning website
Looking for a road trip itinerary planning website... [more inside]
posted by booksherpa at 3:55 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by booksherpa at 3:55 PM PST - 8 comments
Seeking Smoked Salmon Recipes
Recipe Filter: We have over a pound of smoked salmon in our fridge. Looking for suggestions on what we can do with it! [more inside]
How little sleep is too little?
Baby is 15 days old. Due to bf-ing troubles, we have been feeding him pumped milk from a bottle. Friday night we switched to all breast. Now he doesn't drop off to sleep immediately after a feed like he did for the 1st two weeks. [more inside]
It's not that I don't want to...
Will vaginismus kill this budding relationship? (Apologies for the length!) [more inside]
What's the best font to use for a readable, 20-page document?
What's the best font to use for an approximately 20-page document? I'm applying for something and I need to send in a summary of the proposed project. I would normally use Times but I'm worried it's too cramped—it's really quite squeezed in there compared to other fonts. Is there a better one with a little more space? I feel like it should be common enough to be found on most machines, as I think the application will go in both electronically and on paper.
posted by saltykmurks at 2:55 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by saltykmurks at 2:55 PM PST - 18 comments
Like Spy vs Spy only more complex.
Books, films etc where the protgonist and antagonist are both "right"? [more inside]
posted by The otter lady at 2:46 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by The otter lady at 2:46 PM PST - 38 comments
Grand Central to JFK?
How can we get from Grand Central to JFK? [more inside]
posted by dayspteh at 2:33 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by dayspteh at 2:33 PM PST - 12 comments
What voice to write thesis in?
ThesisFilter: What voice should I write my thesis in? First/second/third person? Active? Passive? Passive-agressive? [more inside]
posted by ubermuffin at 2:31 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by ubermuffin at 2:31 PM PST - 10 comments
Help an apt dweller cope with a house.
American homeowners, please help a lifelong apartment dweller figure out the basics about running an actual house. [more inside]
The Internet does not suffer fools, apparently.
Help lost sheep get rid of pesky ransomware and rogue anti-spyware with dubious origins. [more inside]
Is my behavior completely wrong?
Alright, so I am 20-something female, pretty outgoing/friendly, and (I think) relatively well-liked. My problem is that I can't figure out the nuances of human interaction. (FYI: somewhat-long question ahead). [more inside]
posted by Sakura3210 at 12:52 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by Sakura3210 at 12:52 PM PST - 26 comments
Pro-sumer overload - help me choose.
What's the best compact "pro-sumer" camera out now... at a reasonable price? [more inside]
posted by speedgraphic at 12:39 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by speedgraphic at 12:39 PM PST - 8 comments
Or should I just save up & buy the expensive back?
Where the heck do I get a really high-res board camera with a basic embedded system & the software libraries to control it? [more inside]
Seeking a plant with few needs
Suggestions for an indoor plant? Preferably a plant that can withstand temperatures between 5-15C, requires almost no care except for watering and the occasional fertilizer, and can be picked up at the nearest M&S or John Lewis (or any other major UK departmental store).
What is the etymology of the phrase "Paris is Burning?"
What is the etymology of the phrase "Paris is Burning?" [more inside]
posted by kittensofthenight at 11:49 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by kittensofthenight at 11:49 AM PST - 10 comments
Used car tips?
I'm thinking of buying a used car. Assuming that I know nothing about cars, what should I watch out for so I don't end up with a lemon?
True Crime sources?
I’m looking for workaday capers.
Not brilliant thieves or brilliant cops – down a notch or three. [more inside]
Waiting begets waiting
Is there a probabilistic or scientific argument that reasons "the longer you've been waiting, the longer you can expect to wait?" [more inside]
My first long distance relationship with my first serious girlfriend. Bad idea?
I'm young, in a serious long distance relationship with an amazing girl, but don't have much relationship experience. I don't know where to take things. [more inside]
How to find proposals for past RFP?
Is it possible to find proposals that have been submitted to past RFP, including the winning bid/proposal? [more inside]
Kick-ass movie soundtrack question.
Kick-Ass movie soundtrack question. [more inside]
posted by damn dirty ape at 9:12 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by damn dirty ape at 9:12 AM PST - 5 comments
High-end gay-friendly day spa in San Francisco?
I want to buy a gift certificate to a day spa for a twenty-something gay man with upscale conservative taste. I'm looking for a place that's sleek, sophisticated and oriented towards men, with good massage and other services, high standards for service and cleanliness, and ideally also offering lunch and cocktails. The kind of place where someone could lounge around all day drinking a mimosa and reading the paper, wearing slippers and a robe. It needs to be in San Francisco proper, not elsewhere in the Bay Area. [more inside]
Vista doesn't recognize iPhone as a drive - won't sync
Windows Vista no longer recognizes my iPhone 3Gs as a drive and I can't sync with iTunes. When I connect the phone it appears in the iTunes sidebar but no longer appears as a drive in Windows. My phone says it's syncing (set to manual, not automatic) but nothing syncs. So far I've tried: changing the USB cable and ports, reinstalling iTunes, hard booting computer and phone, and installing new iPhone driver. Any ideas? Thanks.
Drink, drank, blecchk.
What are your best recommendations for curing a hangover? [more inside]
posted by heyho at 8:45 AM PST - 55 comments
posted by heyho at 8:45 AM PST - 55 comments
Do loose threads mean I need to replace my bike tires?
There are black threads coming off the sides of my bike tires - do the tires need to be replaced? [more inside]
posted by valleys at 8:45 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by valleys at 8:45 AM PST - 11 comments
Help me find that book [Redux]
Where can I find a full of books put out by Playboy Mass Market Paperbacks with synopsis? [more inside]
1/2 PgDn!
I don't want my PgDn key to scroll a page at a time. I want it to scroll half a page, or maybe 3/4 instead. How can I achieve this? [more inside]
What's a great service business?
I need some "just-lost-my-job midlife-career-change" advice. Specifically, what is a great service business? Lots of details inside. [more inside]
is my anger justified?
I told my housemate I like him. He doesn't like me. Cool. Less than 24 hours later, he goes to a party and spends the night with another girl. Do I have just cause to be angry? [more inside]
I know my spouse cares about me. Why can't I shake the feeling that the opposite is the case?
How do I cope with my spouse's total lack of interest in my work and creative pursuits? [more inside]
Things to do in NYC on a rainy Sunday evening for an out-of-towner.
Things to do in NYC on a rainy Sunday evening for an out-of-towner. [more inside]
Think Pulp Fiction meets Little Mermaid
Do studios provide official loglines for their movies? [more inside]
Will robo-pill help Mom take her meds?
"Serious over my cereal"
QuotationFilter: "Serious over my cereal, I broke one morning my fast, with something-to-read-searching retina ... " [more inside]
posted by paduasoy at 4:49 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by paduasoy at 4:49 AM PST - 9 comments
Feedburner RSS stats strangeness
The Feedburner RSS feed for my blog has suddenly increased its "reach" to ten times the number of subscribers. Is this a bug? [more inside]
posted by him at 3:40 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by him at 3:40 AM PST - 2 comments
Best Mother's Day gift for someone whose mother has passed on?
What can I get my mother who is grieving over her recently deceased mother for Mother's Day? [more inside]
What book has people walking on top of forests?
Help me identify a book from my childhood with people walking on top of a forest. [more inside]
I'd like to fix up and sell computers for charity...
I'd like to fix up and sell old computers for our charity committee. What sort of red tape need I concern myself with? [more inside]
posted by aydeejones at 12:15 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by aydeejones at 12:15 AM PST - 17 comments
April 24
Examples of Cartoons Creating Cartoons?
Examples of cartoon characters making cartoons? [more inside]
posted by dogmom at 10:41 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by dogmom at 10:41 PM PST - 29 comments
What do I need to know to get the best help for my long and bloody periods?
Reproductive organs going psycho in my 40s, seeing gyno this week, interested in hearing experiences, getting advice about questions I should be sure to ask. [more inside]
Is it safe to share a phone's MEID with someone else?
I'm selling a cell phone on eBay. Someone just emailed me asking for the MEID so they can check it against the service provider. Is it safe for me to divulge this information, and would it be ok to post it in the actual listing?
No, seriously, hope me.
I'm disillusioned, and I hate it. I'm not, by nature, a cynical person but I think I'm turning into one. At least where matter of the heart are concerned. [more inside]
posted by madred at 9:00 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by madred at 9:00 PM PST - 28 comments
Netflix on Wii -- How did I display the bit-rate?
Netflix on Wii -- How did I display the bit-rate onscreen? [more inside]
posted by NortonDC at 8:22 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by NortonDC at 8:22 PM PST - 2 comments
Help me make objects to scale for an architectural plan.
Help me make objects to scale for an architectural plan. [more inside]
posted by Jason and Laszlo at 8:16 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Jason and Laszlo at 8:16 PM PST - 9 comments
How do I, at 33, grow up?
How do I, at 33, grow up? [more inside]
The Secret Marriage
Two years ago I entered into a marriage of convenience for health insurance. But the person I married was my live-in boyfriend -- someone I already loved and was committed to. He was the one who asked me. It's just that neither of us really wanted to go all the way and be husband and wife. We both come from broken homes and are very cynical about marriage. We thought we could have our cake and eat it too. Now things have changed. [more inside]
Where can I buy a shower curtain and liner for an L-shaped rod?
Where can I buy a shower curtain and liner for an L-shaped rod? [more inside]
Just give me a home, in a great circle dome Where stresses and strains are at ease.
Can anyone identify either the specific dome building in the background of first picture on this page or a similar type. [more inside]
One dentist shot too many
I went to see a new dentist recently for a somewhat minor repair to a crown. He gave me three shots of Novocaine, one of them in a nontypical spot in my mouth. Two months later I have reduced sensation in my tongue on that side. I think the dentist damaged my nerves in my tongue. It feels kind of numb to this day. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by diode at 6:51 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by diode at 6:51 PM PST - 8 comments
Ipod touch and router
I'm thinking of getting an iPod touch and realize I have to buy a router for it to get reliable wi-fi coverage to get email and the web. However, that is where my knowledge ends. Is this "router" thing portable? Can I take it with me and get coverage anywhere, or does it only work at home?
posted by PJSibling at 5:55 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by PJSibling at 5:55 PM PST - 17 comments
Looking for good quotes about moms
A short, sweet-but-not-cloying quotation for a Mother's Day card? [more inside]
Save the bush!
My bush has parasites or something, and I need advice on what's wrong and how to treat it. [more inside]
Songs that make people move
I am looking for songs that have brought people together, inspired them to persevere, made them desire to act or hope for a brighter future during any point in history. I am particularly interested in popular songs, songs from the African American community (including rap), work songs or religious songs that had these effects on people. However, I am interested in anything that you can come up with.
Call all HTC phone owners
EU country with the best lifestyle?
EU country with the best lifestyle? [more inside]
Crazy for considering 14-year age difference?
Just found out the guy I've started seeing is 22. I'm 36. Now what? [more inside]
posted by janekate at 4:01 PM PST - 57 comments
posted by janekate at 4:01 PM PST - 57 comments
NSFW: Changes in the bedroom after change in birth control method.
NSFW: Changes in the bedroom after change in birth control method. [more inside]
Help me find them!
My friends are at the Blazers game, and may have just been on TV. I'm not certain, but I want to hunt down the clip, if it was them. Is it possible to it? [more inside]
Korean-English dictionary for Mac
Do you know of a decent free/cheap Korean-English/English-Korean offline dictionary for Mac OSX 10.6? [more inside]
Help us figure out what type of massage lube is being used.
Lubrication filter: Trying to replicate something seen in a video with my girlfriend, but having difficulties figuring out what is being used. Link to extremely NSFW video inside. [more inside]
posted by wile e at 2:44 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by wile e at 2:44 PM PST - 18 comments
Best I 95 Travel Days
Best days to travel I 95 from Maryland through New Jersey. [more inside]
Should I stay or should I go?
Do I settle with someone who is mostly OK or do I dump her and go back on the prowl in hopes of finding someone who is awesome? [more inside]
YouTube on iPad - how?
How does the iPad play YouTube videos? [more inside]
Three ways to embrace dreams?
I have accepted a job with the United Nations and will be going to Sudan in the next eight weeks once the visa is cleared. I want to make the next couple of months as personally joyful as possible - help me work in three areas of focus I can do every day. [more inside]
New York Men's Haircut, redux
Need to find a good haircut in New York [more inside]
Am I too late in saying thanks?
Someone made a small, kind gesture to me years ago. It was just a few kind words but it meant a lot at the time. Do I email him and thank him? Or is that too weird? [more inside]
My grand South Indiana vacation
A friend of mine is getting married the last weekend of July. I have some vacation coming up in July/August. This is good. My friend is getting married in Jasper, IN, down in the toe of Indiana. This is... a little daunting, from a vacation standpoint. [more inside]
posted by ormondsacker at 1:04 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by ormondsacker at 1:04 PM PST - 20 comments
Saving hundreds of images from the internet manually
Simple, free mass image download program, specifics of situation within.. [more inside]
posted by fire&wings at 12:59 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by fire&wings at 12:59 PM PST - 4 comments
Help us find these horse books!
Asking a question for the lady: Help us find these books! They are a series of horse-themed books for young girls, from the 1980's... [more inside]
posted by kaseijin at 12:06 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by kaseijin at 12:06 PM PST - 15 comments
Music That Builds Anticipation
Music That Builds Anticipation? Good Anticipation, Not Scary. [more inside]
Is it feasible to start a brewery?
My family has an old family farm out in Hannibal, Missouri (Birthplace of Mark Twain™) that I've been told I could use for future business ventures. Is it a good idea to turn it into a brewery? [more inside]
posted by mccarty.tim at 11:05 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by mccarty.tim at 11:05 AM PST - 13 comments
sometimes i change photos. please don't ask me why when you call
Is there any way to prevent your facebook profile photo from showing up in people's phones as part of your contact info? [more inside]
should a historian become an archivist? details inside
should a historian become an archivist? [more inside]
Monologue ideas needed
SondheimMonologueFilter: HELP [more inside]
What do I need to watch 3D movies?
Do I need a GeForce graphics card to utilize the Nvidia 3D Vision Kit? I know I'll need a 120hz screen, but wasn't sure if I really needed the graphics card to just view the tech demos and The Masters in 3D.
posted by geoff. at 10:14 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by geoff. at 10:14 AM PST - 8 comments
Are there cotton warm-up pants with ankle zips?
Are there cotton warm-up pants with ankle zips? [more inside]
How common is it for trolls to track you over different sites for years at a time?
How common is it to have internet trolls stalk you across multiple sites, blogs, etc. over the course of years? [more inside]
Alternative DC Wedding?
My fiancée and I are planning to have our wedding during the springtime next year in Washington, DC. Have any ideas for an interesting, DC wedding location (on the cheap)? [more inside]
Do GBA flash carts still exist?
I want a Gameboy Advance flash cartridge, but nobody seems to sell them anymore. Ideas? [more inside]
Fix or end romance when romance fades? Need relevant research.
I need a research-supported process for deciding whether to fix or end a romantic relationship where the romance has faded. [more inside]
posted by sninctown at 9:05 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by sninctown at 9:05 AM PST - 21 comments
Please recommend a car stereo with a USB input jack.
I want to buy a car stereo with a USB input. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by reenum at 9:04 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by reenum at 9:04 AM PST - 8 comments
Economics for physicists
Can anyone recommend a book which explains the basics of economic theory in a way accessible to physicists/mathematicians? [more inside]
Help me restore the finish on antique copper!
I have an antique copper pot that has lost its luster. It's an ordinary enough saucepan, but it was made and then brought from Russia by my great-grandparents in the 1880s. My own parents just recently passed it on to me and I'm proud to display it in my home. But it is rather dull-looking and is not as pretty as it could be. I would love some advice about how to polish it. I'm not interested in restoring it to a point where it looks like a knockoff, I'd just love to reveal the warm coppery glow I'm sure is lurking under the dullness.
posted by DrGail at 8:11 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by DrGail at 8:11 AM PST - 13 comments
How do you advance your freelance career at the age of 33?
How do you advance your freelance career at the age of 33? [more inside]
Where's my networking batches at?
Windows networking and batch scripting help. Paging all windows command line gurus! [more inside]
posted by gergtreble at 7:17 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by gergtreble at 7:17 AM PST - 5 comments
Rent-a-dog
I'd like to get a dog, but my work/living situation is up in the air next year. What opportunities are there to foster or raise/train dogs for a short period of time? [more inside]
Help a man dress properly
I want to buy 10 pairs of black jeans so I don't have to do the laundry every week. Buying them in the local Levis store is terribly expensive (EUR 930/$1244). Looking for alternatives. [more inside]
posted by wolfr at 6:56 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by wolfr at 6:56 AM PST - 19 comments
I don't want to look anymore.
I would like to hear about some more resources for dealing with my porn addiction. [more inside]
How should I deal with my suddenly aggressive cat?
My cat had an aggressive episode about a month ago and has been tense and behaving uncharacteristically ever since. What can I do to help her go back to her usual self? Detailed info inside. [more inside]
Demand media- content farm or decent way for a writer to pay the bill?
Freelance writer interested in working for Demand Media. I've heard good and bad things. Has anybody on askmefi ever written for them? Tips, suggestions, warnings would be helpful. [more inside]
What can I learn from taking apart a broken IBook G4?
Ibook G4, RIP... Ideas for use instead of throwing away (recycling)? [more inside]
What is the light source being used here?
[artFilter] Can anyone tell me what light sources are being used in this art installation? [more inside]
Should I invite Mulder & Scully to my garden?
[GardenFilter] What is this alien-looking thing growing in my garden? [more inside]
posted by gakiko at 5:45 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by gakiko at 5:45 AM PST - 9 comments
How do people adapt technology?
What are good examples of the way normal people take technology and devices and repurpose them in a way the manufacturer didn't dream of? (e.g. using in car CD player as cup holder, or the spin cycle on a washing machine to soothe a baby) [more inside]
Adding commands to the command line
How do I create a shortcut to a command prompt window that will start a programme, with specific variables within the command prompt window? [more inside]
Grass fed meat in China?
What are the chances of buying grass fed meat and fat (beef or lamb) regularly in China? [more inside]
His master's voice
What, besides the volume, distinguishes the sound ("timbre") of a string quartet and chamber orchestra? Put another way, if I took a recording of myself singing, and overlaid 100 copies of the track on top of each other, would I sound like a choir section?
posted by Busoni at 12:48 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Busoni at 12:48 AM PST - 11 comments
April 23
$1,000! Now what?
If you were a college student and had an extra $1,000, what would you do with it? [more inside]
posted by pecknpah at 11:26 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by pecknpah at 11:26 PM PST - 43 comments
Masters degrees for artists/engineers
Help an craftsman with a BFA and an engineering bent find a masters program. [more inside]
Perm in Austin, TX?
Question for a friend: where can she get a good perm for a decent price in Austin, TX? [more inside]
Wall O Shelves
What is the best solution for a wall of bookcases? [more inside]
What is my wife actually responsible for in this mess?
EthicalBarteringFilter: what should my wife do after a simple but significant labor-for-labor swap took left turn after left turn and wound up getting freaky? [more inside]
Help me help my printer print my cards.
What should I know about preparing personal business cards for print, using only open source software? [more inside]
Talk Like A Nomad
What is one of the most widely spoken languages in nomadic communities facing current conflict/oppression/ethnic violence? [more inside]
Road trip from Kansas City to Houston - activity suggestions
My boyfriend and I are making a road trip from Kansas City to Houston, TX, in mid-May. We like to explore small towns, eat at local diners, take tours, etc. What are your recommendations? We'll take either I-45 or I-35, and probably use some side-roads.
posted by esnyder at 6:54 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by esnyder at 6:54 PM PST - 13 comments
What tv show used "at the castle it is raining?"
I want to identify the name of a childrens' live-action comedic television show around 1980 with a castle and an ongoing joke where two of the characters (one Igor-like?) make a telephone call for the recorded weather announcement which always began with a version of "The weather today will be bright and sunny" (phoning character repeats this happily to their friend) and always ended with "…except for the castle, where it will be raining." What was this show, please?
posted by steveburnett at 6:29 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by steveburnett at 6:29 PM PST - 8 comments
How to extract a URL from a RSS feed with regex in Yahoo Pipes?
Regexfilter: I need help filtering a RSS feed with regular expressions in Yahoo Pipes. Specifics inside. [more inside]
posted by sharkfu at 6:22 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by sharkfu at 6:22 PM PST - 6 comments
Checked baggage fees on domestic flights for International travelers?
Do International travelers have to pay checked baggage fees for domestic flights within the United States? [more inside]
posted by crossoverman at 5:52 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by crossoverman at 5:52 PM PST - 10 comments
Duplicate the experience, duplicate the machinery?
Thinking about ditching cable. I have alot of questions, but here's one in particular. Let's say I create/get the ultimate vector for watching Internet content on my TV (let's say I get a Roku box or I get an AcerRevo or something). But I have two TVs. Do I have to make/get two devices? The TVs are in separate rooms and it would be super awkward to string wires between them. [more inside]
Help me replace OnStar with a GPS
Help me pick out a GPS to replace my OnStar service. [more inside]
Oh, Father, Where Were Thou?
How can I track down the reservation my father was born on and adopted out of? [more inside]
My son wants to use Facebook to raise funds for college
I am asking this on behalf of my son. He has set up a Facebook Group titled something like, "If a million people join this group, it will help me go to college." His idea is, once he has a lot of people in the group, he'll have a URL set up with ads on it, which he can tell his group to click on. His question is: what's the next step? He doesn't have a bank account yet, he's not sure how best to stake out a URL, how to parlay clicks into his college fund, or if there are other, more effective ways to implement this. And I am of little to no help; what steps can I take to help him?
When someone customizes a car, is there a term for the car before it gets pimped?
When someone customizes a car, is there a term for the car before it gets pimped?—or do they just call it, say, a "stock Chevy"?
posted by markcmyers at 2:50 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by markcmyers at 2:50 PM PST - 16 comments
Contact Lens-Only Sink
Dumb question - why was one sink in the bathroom dedicated for contact lens wearers? [more inside]
posted by backseatpilot at 2:49 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by backseatpilot at 2:49 PM PST - 31 comments
Maybe I'm Cold Turkey Imagine My Sweet Boogaloo On The Run
Help me find the best albums The Beatles never made. [more inside]
Where can I get Creative Commons or equivalent recipes?
Where can I get good quality creative commons cooking recipes that I could incorporate into an iphone app? [more inside]
Q about ADHD meds during a long stay in Guatemala.
Here in the US, I'm prescribed Adderall for ADHD. This summer, I'll be spending 2+ months doing a mentally taxing project in rural Guatemala. Help me figure out how to make this work. Bonus points for any first-hand knowledge about ADHD treatment in Guatemala — legal aspects, practical aspects, whatever — or for any good sources to consult on the subject. [more inside]
Conference call for 300 people?
What conference call service can I purchase for a one time phone call with 300 participants? [more inside]
What recording studios do you know of in NYC?
Help my son get an internship in a recording studio in NYC [more inside]
Help me recover a GPT table!
I've somehow corrupted my GPT table on my Windows 7 box and i'm wondering if there is a way to recover/recreate this table. The MBR is fine and windows 7 still boots. Parted/Gparted cant see the partitions though (looking at the corrupted GPT) and it's becoming an issue because i'm attempting to dual boot with Ubuntu.
Thanks!
Ipod in Whose Name?
I want to gift somebody an new ipod with maybe a dozen or so audiobooks already on the ipod. How do I best do this, given how ipods and other Apple accessories are linked with itunes accounts? [more inside]
Here's looking at Euclid.
Where can I find free geometry text diagram creating software? Even not so free software seems to not do what I want. I want to be able to draw simple plane geometry figures (e.g. right triangles) with markings (e.g. to indicate lines are perpendicular or angles are equal) and labels (e.g. of a line's length or the name of an angle) and such. [more inside]
How do I introduce the idea of a polyamorous relationship?
How can I tell my very monogamous husband that I am polyamorous and would like an open relationship? [more inside]
Awkward Girl tribulations
I'm a queer girl who would like to ask another queer girl out on a date. I have never done this before. How do I do this without being stupid? [more inside]
Please Help Me Decide What to Do
What are the ramifications of insurance fraud? [more inside]
posted by TheArpenter at 12:26 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by TheArpenter at 12:26 PM PST - 17 comments
Something is rotten in the state of Mogok
What's with all the cheap rubies on ebay? [more inside]
Teach me about religion.
I'd like to learn about various religions—scriptures, beliefs, everything. [more inside]
My boyfriend just told me that he has genital herpes. Now what?
My boyfriend of four months just told me that he has genital herpes. Now what? [more inside]
Need help with resume: recommended services?
Resume help
I'm in need of a professional to retune my resume. And I need help.
Long story short:
Is there someone you used who 'knocked you out'?
(If you're a mefite who does this, I'm interested in your services as well) [more inside]
I love him and I love his music but not his CD. Now what?
He's talented. He's just finished his cd, poured his heart and soul into this thing.
But -- he fell in love with the studio, all those toys, sucked the life right out of this record.
I've had a copy two days, I need to call him and tell him I love the record. But I don't. [more inside]
Renting a house 101
How do I rent a house (in Madison, WI)? [more inside]
medialess ipod
I have a new ipod touch, but i already have mutliple media players. What could i use the touch for?
I can't think straight when I'm not alone!
I can't think and problem-solve when talking to people. Any advice? [more inside]
Help me find a roof over my head
What should I know about renting in Salem, MA? [more inside]
How do I go about finding a plateau within a set of numbers?
How do I go about finding a plateau within a set of numbers? [more inside]
Why Incorporate?
What are the benefits of incorporating? [more inside]
Not a coal mine but...
I am looking to compare the cost (monetary AND environmental) of mining/producing 1 pound each of steel, aluminum and titanium. Any resources tracking this type of thing? [more inside]
posted by fluffycreature at 9:25 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by fluffycreature at 9:25 AM PST - 14 comments
Beanplating taters.
[TatersFilter] What the heck does this sexual reference, "Soft Pack", mean? [more inside]
posted by fontophilic at 9:20 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by fontophilic at 9:20 AM PST - 6 comments
Everyday I'm hustling. And crutching.
I broke my foot. And am a mess on crutches. Now what? And you are not my doctor, but my doctor won't see me. [more inside]
posted by quadrilaterals at 8:44 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by quadrilaterals at 8:44 AM PST - 34 comments
Every attempt at a search party got shortened to just "party"
Need anectdotes and jokes pertaining to "where the hell did that guy go? (disappear to?)" [more inside]
posted by lizbunny at 8:40 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by lizbunny at 8:40 AM PST - 18 comments
I am my own grandfather?
How to represent a convoluted family tree in a programming data structure? [more inside]
posted by mcarthey at 8:32 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by mcarthey at 8:32 AM PST - 16 comments
How do pirates pirate?
When a software pirate cracks a program, what exactly does s/he do? [more inside]
posted by Lifeson at 8:31 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Lifeson at 8:31 AM PST - 20 comments
Looking for a reliable toaster
looking for a toaster [more inside]
OSX Snow Leopard and Win XP File permissions are not playing nice. Ideas?
OSX Snow Leopard and Win XP File permissions are not playing nice. The Mac seems to be writing permissions so that users on the windows XP file server cannot change or move the files. It says that you have to have "domain/user" permission.
Is there a way to set permissions on the mac side so that all content created on the mac will have permissions set to be open for all users to modify. Or anyone have any other ideas of what could be causing this problem? Thanks in advance for any advice.
Excuse me while I die of shame.
I'mEmbarrassedIDon'tKnowThisFilter: How do remote torrent client managers work? [more inside]
posted by InsanePenguin at 8:10 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by InsanePenguin at 8:10 AM PST - 6 comments
brunch in jacksonville?
i'm looking for a "not-too-cheap-but-not-too-fancy" restaurant to take my wife (and 2 small kids) for a sunday brunch near Jacksonville, Fl / Amelia Island, GA area (for mother's day) -- know of any places i might could follow up on?
What real tea sounds like duck tea?
What kind of chinese tea did we drink that sounded to our ears like duck tea? [more inside]
posted by thoughtless at 7:30 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by thoughtless at 7:30 AM PST - 17 comments
Then god said "Hey! Don't eat that apple, okay?"
Is there a version (translation?) of the bible written in plain, contemporary english? [more inside]
posted by werkzeuger at 7:16 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by werkzeuger at 7:16 AM PST - 32 comments
Buying a new car, American style
Buying a new car - is there an American car that fits the bill? [more inside]
How to protect an inheritance/gift from taxation?
My dad passed away this year and my mom has very generously decided to gift the house to my sister and I rather than. The house is in Canada, I live in the U.S. (Permanent residence). My sister and brother in law bought my half of the house when the mortgage was due (approximately April 1st) so I now suddenly have a 6 digit lump sum of cash in a Canadian account. I have not signed anything yet. I want to protect this from taxation, I also don't want to jeopardize my permanent residence status or potential citizenship. I know I need a lawyer, but what kind and how do I find a good one? I am in Wisconsin, particularly Eau Claire since that's probably important.
posted by substrate at 6:49 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by substrate at 6:49 AM PST - 13 comments
Cool down my laptop.
[OvercompensatingForSomethingThereBuddy?Filter] I need the biggest, baddest mutha of a laptop cooler in the biz. [more inside]
posted by griphus at 6:36 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by griphus at 6:36 AM PST - 6 comments
Selling my scooter: what do I do when they arrive at the door?
I'm about to sell my scooter on BikeTrader (I'm in the UK). What should I expect? I've never sold one before. Specific questions follow. [more inside]
posted by dowcrag at 6:20 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by dowcrag at 6:20 AM PST - 2 comments
How to swap key functions?
Is it possible to switch the colon and semicolon key functions in Windows Vista? [more inside]
posted by tjbarrett at 6:15 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by tjbarrett at 6:15 AM PST - 4 comments
Over the Counter in Canada
Which over the counter medicine is available in Canada that isn't in the U.S.? [more inside]
Wanted, tax day lenders
Do lenders make loans to cover property tax bills? [more inside]
Major bank with free online transfer?
What banks or credit unions with local branches and ATMs offer free online ACH transfers to and from external bank accounts? [more inside]
Space Management Software
Can anyone recommend a space planning software solution that they've used previously? AutoCAD alone doesn't seem to be the solution and nor does MS Visio [more inside]
Help me move on from YouTube
Where can I watch quality video online without needing to register, share files or download special software or media players? [more inside]
posted by Weng at 4:55 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Weng at 4:55 AM PST - 12 comments
"I like it when they play that sad note."
How do I learn to think and speak intelligently and systematically about music? [more inside]
Even the notion of a career for life is outdated, what should I do?
I need help with what to *do* with my life - career wise...certain conditions apply. I would really appreciate any help. Details inside. [more inside]
Proposal scenario and ring for 'alternative' girlfriend?
Calling all 'alternative' girls! I need some advice on how to propose to my girlfriend (I'm male). Expensive gifts don't impress her, and her tastes are more 'classic' than the norm. I love how she is, but my tastes are much more modern. I'd like to do (and offer) something unique and unforgettable but can't figure out what. [more inside]
Trying to keep a cool head! ! !
Can anyone suggest a pillow that will stay cool? I'm always turning my pillow over during the night to the cool side - is this just wishful thinking - is there such a pillow? Any suggestions are appreciated!
posted by pamspanda at 4:13 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by pamspanda at 4:13 AM PST - 18 comments
An interesting political issue at some point in history?
Please tell me about a time/place in history that had some interesting political issue that was very divisive at the time. [more inside]
Honesty, or Deception for the Greater Good
Should I tell my parents that their cat, which I am looking after, has gone missing, considering that they are about to go on holiday for a few weeks and so won't be able to do anything about it except worry? [more inside]
I don't want to crop anymore.
I'm a zoom junkie. What do I do with a 17mm lens? [more inside]
posted by Skyanth at 12:58 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Skyanth at 12:58 AM PST - 22 comments
April 22
Unfinished garage in brand new house
New construction but unfinished garage - is this common? [more inside]
Need An Interviewer.
I have lived for half a century and packed in a century or more of life. And I need an interviewer. I need someone near me who will ask the right questions and get the story out of me. [more inside]
Help me "get" Mad Town.
What does a local's weekend look like in Madison, Wisconsin? [more inside]
posted by letahl at 9:32 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by letahl at 9:32 PM PST - 18 comments
I miss the sound of your voice and I miss the rush of your skin
Help me get rid of his voice by drowning me in theirs? Music recommendations, please. [more inside]
Open sesame!
Calling all ascended computer masters: why won't Foxit open my PDFs? [more inside]
posted by Hakaisha at 9:01 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Hakaisha at 9:01 PM PST - 18 comments
I hate dancing. My friends hate that I hate dancing.
I hate dancing at bars and nightclubs. How do I help my friends understand this without being a party pooper? [more inside]
The secret to the ending of Somersault
I just finished reading Kenzaburo Oe's Somersault and I don't quite get the ending. Can someone shed light on why the main (initial) characters do what they do? Spoilers inside. [more inside]
posted by tksh at 8:20 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by tksh at 8:20 PM PST - 5 comments
Rules and Guidelines for Life
TL;DR There is still hope. They have not passed the point of no return. Help me help them change their ways and change their lives. This young family needs guidelines for life which include cleaning, cooking, finances and vehicle maintenance. I am not passing judgement because "there, but for the grace of God, go I." I am simply trying to help. Unseemly details follow. [more inside]
posted by CleverCrow at 8:17 PM PST - 45 comments
posted by CleverCrow at 8:17 PM PST - 45 comments
Baseball on the radio... but which radio to buy?
I'm looking for an AM/FM/HD radio to tune in to the Sawx or the Pats when I'm working downtown Baaawstin on Sundays. [more inside]
Teaching toddlers social skills
What should I be doing to help my toddler learn how to greet / join in with his classmates? [more inside]
Best 60K gig?
In this TED Talk, Daniel Kahneman says that happiness increases with salary up to $60,000 a year, and then above that its a flat line. What is the best $60K job I can get? [more inside]
That stretch feels nice... Oh no.
Should I be worried about my nausea and dizziness earlier? [more inside]
What should I buy on Amazon?
I won a $75 gift certificate on Amazon. How should I spend it? [more inside]
posted by juniperesque at 7:29 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by juniperesque at 7:29 PM PST - 17 comments
How did you choose a doula?
What's most important in choosing a doula - experience, warmth, or views on birth? [more inside]
Can you recommend sperm donation/ artificial insemination movies, please!
I want to watch IUI (intrauterine insemination) aka artificial insemination related movies. Do you know of any? [more inside]
What bands have names that are a word and then a number?
What bands have names that are words followed by numbers? [more inside]
posted by allthewhile at 6:51 PM PST - 93 comments
posted by allthewhile at 6:51 PM PST - 93 comments
Impoverished humanist seeks meaningful connection
Seeking way cool ipad apps
What cool iPad apps should I buy for my brother? [more inside]
What is the best companion guide to Ulysses?
What is the best companion guide to Ulysses? [more inside]
Angry
Home Internet Use! I need advice for what to choose.
Background Info: I'm going to move into a house with 5 adults = 5 computers. No gaming or downloading large video files. But we would all use the computer for browsing the web, email, chatting and a couple of us may be streaming video to watch Lost or some other TV show. [more inside]
Looking for the song 'Ovechkin' by The Stills
Looking for a song online that I heard earlier tonight on the radio with no luck. It's by The Stills and as far as I know the title is "Ovechkin." Obviously, it's all about Alexander Ovechkin. I've been trying to find it for a while and can't get anything. Can anyone help me out here?
posted by fso at 5:29 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by fso at 5:29 PM PST - 6 comments
Ticketing/reservation help for a Euro-rail novice
This summer I'm taking a trip to Europe that includes taking a train from Krakow to Hamburg (with a connection in Berlin) and then Kiel to Prague (also connecting in Berlin). Just booked the tickets online through bahn.de, but for the first stretch of the trip (Krakow to Berlin) it could not book me a reservation. What do I do now? The train is a Euro City (EC), so I'm pretty sure I need a reservation. Or do I? I'm used to taking Amtrak, so of course I have to plead ignorance on this. Please help a Euro-rail novice!
I Love the WB
Looking for lyrics by the band Versus. [more inside]
posted by DeltaForce at 5:16 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by DeltaForce at 5:16 PM PST - 7 comments
Every good celebration involves chocolate!
Quick! Where can I get a very celebratory dinner in the Phoenix/Tempe/Scottsdale area tonight, where I can expect an exquisite, excellent dessert? [more inside]
posted by Ms. Saint at 5:14 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Ms. Saint at 5:14 PM PST - 5 comments
Looking for an office collaboration tool that will replace silly mailing lists.
Looking for an office collaboration tool that will replace silly mailing lists. [more inside]
Time to give up?
I'm 24 and I already have an undergraduate degree. Now I want to study something completely different: economics. Turns out it's a little trickier than I first thought [rant inside] [more inside]
posted by Zen_is_Lev at 4:49 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Zen_is_Lev at 4:49 PM PST - 21 comments
Negotiating rent after a viewing?
I recently applied for an apartment that I saw through a realtor. Then I met with the landlord and they wanted to negotiate the price up. Is this reasonable or not? [more inside]
Chicago Housing Marklet
Just looking for some opinions on the housing market, specifically the condo market in Chicago. My husband and I are considering a purchase - we are renters now - before the tax incentives expire. We are living on a fixed income now. A longer term ARM, 7/1 or 10/1, seems to offer the best rates, but as we don't want to sink our whole nest egg into a down-payment, we are a little worried whether the market has really bottomed out and what will happen after all the incentives for first-time buyers disappear. We don't want to be upside down a year from now. ( housing market condo Chicago mortgage )
Or possibly: "(I should have been a piano teacher, and had a house full of children.)"
I am no longer sure if I dreamed this passage from Nietzsche or not, and may be losing my mind. Does it exist? [more inside]
I want windowboxes without water damage
Is there a way to attach window boxes to a third story condo without creating a vector for water to get under the siding? [more inside]
transatlantic candy for cheap
I want to send a simple 5 lbs. bag of tootsie rolls candy from Florida to Glasgow, Scotland. I want to do this for somewhat less than it costs to buy a small aircraft carrier full of cocaine and diamonds. Help me.
posted by dong_resin at 3:51 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by dong_resin at 3:51 PM PST - 11 comments
What are the less-obvious ramifications to applying for a gun license?
GunFilter: What, if any, are the less-obvious ramifications of getting both a concealed-carry permit (WA state), and an alien firearms license (which is required in this case to get the permit)?
For example, I assume these licenses show up on police computers - might that change the way police interact with you under certain circumstances? Are there other aspects of life where these licenses, or the database entries created by them, might influence situations? [more inside]
posted by anonymisc at 3:50 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by anonymisc at 3:50 PM PST - 16 comments
How do I measure how many kilobytes of memory for a fast UNIX program?
UNIX. There's /usr/bin/time to measure how much time a unix command needs to finish. What's the equivalent for spitting out how much memory a unix command needed to allocate to finish it's work? [more inside]
posted by Mozai at 3:50 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Mozai at 3:50 PM PST - 5 comments
you have 278 new messages
This may be completely unanswerable, but can anyone remember the maximum number of voicemail messages someone with an average U.S. cellular plan could keep in their mailbox at one time... about 8-10 years ago?
posted by thinkingwoman at 3:31 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by thinkingwoman at 3:31 PM PST - 9 comments
Brand new 1975 Norton Commandos for sale? What - arrgh!
Help - I'm on a very short fuse! Any experience/recommendations with services in Belgium (Aalst) that will pick up, pack and ship items to the USA, at 'reasonable' cost? [more inside]
Releasing java software
When companies wish to release software written in java,
but want to be sure the source cannot be seen/decompiled,
what is the common solution? [more inside]
posted by about_time at 3:09 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by about_time at 3:09 PM PST - 10 comments
Help me build a solid web design/development foundation from scratch
I want to create a simple but dynamic Bible-reading web app from the ground up. I have very little web design and development experience. Where do I begin? [more inside]
In what Beavis and Butthead episode/video snarkery segment, in which Beavis is either making fun of or unable to understand something, does he go "Words.... words.... uh... words...."?
In what Beavis and Butthead episode/video snarkery segment, in which Beavis is either making fun of or unable to understand something, does he go "Words.... words.... uh... words...."?
posted by bitterkitten at 2:58 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by bitterkitten at 2:58 PM PST - 22 comments
Hard drive to use with Fostex D2424LV MKII?
What hard drives can I use with a Fostex D2424LV MKII digital recorder? [more inside]
How do I merge two lists with different sort methods?
How can I merge two directory trees, one arranged "Last, First", the other arranged "First Last"? [more inside]
Music that makes you feel like you could walk through a brick wall.
The Heavy's "How You Like Me Now?" gives me that pumped up, confident, take-all-comers feeling. What are some other specific songs that might have that effect? [more inside]
posted by the other side at 2:22 PM PST - 72 comments
posted by the other side at 2:22 PM PST - 72 comments
Need help with Google Voice
I'm trying to use Google Voice instead of Jott to transcribe voice messages that I send to myself on my mobile phone. It works fine when I call from my work landline, but when I call from my mobile phone, the Google Voice lady starts asking for my PIN - i.e., I can't leave a voice message. Obviously I've got it set up wrong, but I don't know how to fix it. Please help!
posted by Rad_Boy at 2:20 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Rad_Boy at 2:20 PM PST - 4 comments
Can people with different roommate styles live together?
How do I deal with having a roommate who has never had roommates before and has different expectations about being roommates than I do? [more inside]
Making love out of nothing at all.
Geek dating filter: I (female) have a guy friend who I'd like to make into something more. [more inside]
I'm playing in a men's soccer league this summer! What should I do first?
I'm playing in a men's soccer league this summer! What should I do first? [more inside]
posted by Hiker at 2:14 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Hiker at 2:14 PM PST - 15 comments
How would you handle this situation?
I volunteer in a teacher's class; he says and does some things that I think are counterproductive to what I'm trying to do there. Some of these things seem racially tinged and others are more just irritating. How should I handle it? [more inside]
What to expect in a company acquisition?
My small company is probably going to be sold to a much larger competitor later this year. Since the two companies are in different market tiers, and we're already well-established in ours, they will almost certainly keep our company intact and we will become a subsidiary of them. As an employee, what should I expect? Has anyone been through something like this? [more inside]
Order tracking/CMS for custom business?
How would you go about creating a CMS-like system for a business that does (low volume) custom work to a buyer's specifications? [more inside]
Find dead youtube pages?
Youtube filter: how do I find pages for videos on youtube that have been taken fown for DMCA violations? [more inside]
posted by activitystory at 1:31 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by activitystory at 1:31 PM PST - 3 comments
Debt Settlement
I have a credit card debt of $4200 on a closed account, which I want to get rid of by end of this month. The interest rate charged is almost $65 I talked to the credit card company and asked for a settlement which they agreed for 60% off my balance i.e pay $2500 approx, but said this will be reported on my credit report, and I will also owe tax on the remaining debt. Should I go this way, or pay off my debt completely?. I have an average credit score of 660 and have no other debt.
If you won't let me pay you, you better like cookies...
Help me think of some simple gestures of appreciation for a friend who is giving me free music lessons. [more inside]
posted by messica at 1:19 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by messica at 1:19 PM PST - 9 comments
tethering a tablet?
What currently available smartphones will be best at tethering an Ipad or other soon-to-be-released tablets? [more inside]
Digitize THIS
A friend is looking for a company or service to scan in 20 boxes of random art, journals and material over the next year while she's in Korea. Where would you go? [more inside]
Songs for a great Istanbullu mix?
Help me make an awesome Istanbul travel mixtape! [more inside]
posted by mckenney at 1:06 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by mckenney at 1:06 PM PST - 15 comments
seeking leak detection referral in Arlington, TX
Arlington, TX filter...
hello, fellow Mefites! I come to you today for a service referral. I have a water leak somewhere in my garage, probably coming from the water heater and/or washing machine. I've made an attempt in the past to track it down, but now simply want to find a reputable, fair and competent leak detection service.
Secure my SSH
SSHFilter: I'm trying to disable authentication by password for SSH users accessing a server from a remote location. By everything I've read it seems like I've done exactly that, but I can still log in from a remote machine using a password only. Help me get that to stop. [more inside]
posted by scrutiny at 12:42 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by scrutiny at 12:42 PM PST - 2 comments
Green YAL
Help DIGG me from this hole
Help me find this Digg type message comment system for my corporate internal site. [more inside]
Numbers make my brain go Wugga Wugga
[Money Filter] Help me pay off this loan wisely. [more inside]
posted by trixare4kids at 12:06 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by trixare4kids at 12:06 PM PST - 10 comments
The three-tiered plan to change my life.
Looking for advice on how to deal with my mother, who's gotten it into her head that I should completely change my life in every way by the end of 2010 (including getting an arranged marriage.) Novella-length details inside. [more inside]
Does my personal theology allow me to be an active member of the Episcopal church?
I have recently started going to an Episcopal church and I want to know if my personal theology really jives with that of the church. What resources are there for this? Are there Episcopalians out there who can give me some feedback on this? [more inside]
How to handle the breakup of a long term relationship?
How to deal with / move on from a long term relationship when your partner suddenly loses passion in said relationship? [more inside]
Should I Transfer?
Could I get some advice on whether to transfer? [more inside]
Is it a mistake to buy an HDFC coop apartment in Brooklyn?
I'm strongly considering putting in a offer on an income-restricted HDFC coop apartment in Brooklyn. I just straddle the income limits for 2009, but am well below it for 2006, 2007, and 2008, and the agent has assured me that won't be a problem, given the board an lawyer for this building (meeting the spirit of the regulations, if not the letter). I can afford to put down a large enough down payment so my monthly costs end up being slightly less than what my rent is now (with significantly more stability in cost from year to year). So I'm pretty sure this makes sense for me, but my only question is: is this a mistake in terms of eventually reselling the place? [more inside]
It's my car! Now what?
I am about to own my first car that's actually mine. No, this isn't a car-purchasing question. This is a, "What else do I need to know?" question. [more inside]
Please help me identify this BMW.
Please help me identify the approx. year and model of this BMW (another angle). Thanks.
posted by Kraftmatic Adjustable Cheese at 11:49 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Kraftmatic Adjustable Cheese at 11:49 AM PST - 6 comments
Good movies with better music needed
What are some movies that I can watch just to listen to the soundtrack? Doesn't have to be a musical, but musicals are fine. [more inside]
I want to open a coffee shop but I have no experience in the industry. Where do I start?
I want to open a coffee shop but I have no experience in the industry. Where do I start? [more inside]
Should I be doing more of my shopping online?
Is doing more shopping online a (sensible) way to save money on standard, living day-to-day purchases? Which reputable companies and sites should I be looking to? [more inside]
posted by kitcat at 11:21 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by kitcat at 11:21 AM PST - 8 comments
Mass Google Mass Emails
Is there an application that exists which allows the user to cut/paste several emails into large text field, hit enter, and then have it open a separate Firefox tab for each email, displaying the Google search results of each? [more inside]
posted by yoyoceramic at 11:17 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by yoyoceramic at 11:17 AM PST - 6 comments
Walking pneumonia. What shouldn't I do?
I am recovering from walking pneumonia and a sinus infection. Is there anything special that I should be doing? [more inside]
posted by ooklala at 11:14 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by ooklala at 11:14 AM PST - 7 comments
Changing demographics of France: fave book?
Please recommend to me your favorite book(s) treating the changing demographics of France, and the social, political, and cultural ramifications thereof. [more inside]
Is it OK if I pretend SQL is just a funny dialect of Haskell?
I want to use nested SELECT statements to make my SQL procedure more readable. Is this a bad idea from a performance point of view? [more inside]
What would you do with 30k in cash savings at 27?
I'm 27, employed, single, renting in the city, what do I do with 30,000 in cash savings? What would you do? [more inside]
posted by mistertoronto at 10:24 AM PST - 44 comments
posted by mistertoronto at 10:24 AM PST - 44 comments
How to maintain sub navigation on a Wordpress page when on a post detail page
I have a wordpress website that is using a custom page template that queries posts from a particular category.
This page template has a sub nav(s) in its left column thats generated based on what top level page has been selected. All this works fine and the page template displays all the correct posts.
The problem is the post items displayed in this page template link through to the post detail page (single.php) as this is the post detail page im not sure how to keep the relevant left column sub nav in place that relates to the section they where in? suggestions appreciated
Can you help me with an Excel question?
Can you help me with an Excel question? [more inside]
This is why I don't gamble..
My family member went to Potawatomi Bingo Casino in 2006 and won a small sum of money. Fast forward to March 2010, she gets a bill from Wisconsin asking her to pay taxes, interest, and fees on the money she won. She calls and inquires about this, and is told she has to file a state tax return for Wisconsin. She wants me to do it on the computer, but I don't know what I'm doing. Help! [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 9:50 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by anonymous at 9:50 AM PST - 8 comments
DVD indexing/cataloging software options?
Does anyone have any suggestions for DVD indexing/cataloging software options? [more inside]
One IP, one vote.
I need a reliable online voting system, one which can authenticate unique users by email address, avoiding any gaming by IP switching, and still operate via secret ballot. [more inside]
Is this going to be a National Lampoon-style vacation?
My partner and I want to go on holiday in October with my father. But how can we compromise with my family to make this the holiday we all want to go on? [more inside]
High-speed firewall for home useage
How do I find a firewall for at home that can deal with a very fast (32-100 Mbit) cable connection in Switzerland? [more inside]
posted by eurandom at 9:18 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by eurandom at 9:18 AM PST - 11 comments
What are the disadvantages of credit unions as opposed to banks?
What are the disadvantages of credit unions as opposed to banks? [more inside]
posted by adipocere at 9:09 AM PST - 35 comments
posted by adipocere at 9:09 AM PST - 35 comments
Luckily, there are enough parachutes for everyone. Evacuation is orderly.
Need some new "broken jokes," please. [more inside]
Staying abreast of the ads that are best
I need to keep on top of the advertising/marketing zeitgeist. Which blogs and online resources should I be reading? [more inside]
posted by Shepherd at 9:04 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Shepherd at 9:04 AM PST - 3 comments
Cheap BYOB/F party venue in Seattle
Looking for a birthday party venue in Seattle that meets the following requirements: lets you bring your own food AND booze, fits about 50-100, allows loudish dance music, and is free. Hahaha. (Cheap, maybe?) [more inside]
When does getting a bathroom remodel "right" become wrong?
What's the best time and way to have this awkward conversation with my bathroom remodeler -- if at all? [more inside]
What is the technical term for the actual money you make on an RE investment?
Real estate term. What is the technical term for the actual money you make on an RE investment? capital multiple? investment multiple? return multiple? Not IRR,the actual return.
Should I feel like I need to snoop?
My boyfriend and I broke up for a week. The entire time, he insisted he was in love with me and felt like I was the one. He was convinced we could work it out but I needed some space away from him to clear my mind and make a decision. Now, we've decided to work things out but I've come across evidence that he's using online dating websites. Do I call him out on this or what? [more inside]
Where to live in London?
Moving to London. A few specific questions. [more inside]
Kind of like teaching an upset, 10-year old sack of potatoes to read.
Advice on making reading palatable to a disgruntled ESL 10-year-old. [more inside]
Travel in a post-Eyjafjallajokull world?
Buying tickets to Amsterdam in September. What are the risks of travel disruptions based on further volcanic activity, and is there anything I should do to mitigate those risks? [more inside]
posted by Gortuk at 7:47 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Gortuk at 7:47 AM PST - 10 comments
Which Windows laptop is semi-equivalent to this Mac?
My girlfriend is looking for a laptop. She's used to a Mac (desktop) and we've determined that the MacBook Pro 15-inch with 2.4 ghz Intel Core i5 processor (she's a photographer, so needs a decent amount of power).
We're pretty sure she'd be happy with that, but we're trying to figure out how much we'd save by going Windows. Of course, trying to figure out an equivalent Windows to a Mac is a bit baffling (to me, anyway), so...I turn to the fine people of Askmetistan. What's a good comparable?
Quicken and Mint - The best of both worlds
Please help me find financial management software that both (1) keeps data in sync when used on multiple devices and, (2) works offline. [more inside]
How do I suggest to someone that their dog needs some basic obedience training?
How do I suggest to someone that their dog needs some basic obedience training? [more inside]
ICUV
What kinds of things have words written on them in ultraviolet ink? [more inside]
Legally required to release polling data?
Is there a legal requirement for an organisation in the UK to release data from opinion polls they have conducted? [more inside]
posted by knapah at 7:19 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by knapah at 7:19 AM PST - 3 comments
Mommy Rendezvous
I live in Allentown PA. My mother lives 7.5 hours away in Wytheville VA. Where can we meet to hang out this weekend? We had originally planned to camp and hike but there is a 75% chance of thunderstorms and I am honestly just not that hardcore. Something geographically between us would be great, as we only have a weekend. My mother would really like to take a day hike, but at night it would be great to have something to do/a cute town to hang out in/a good restaurant to eat at. Whatcha got? [more inside]
posted by quelindo at 6:43 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by quelindo at 6:43 AM PST - 13 comments
Junior, please don't hit your sister in the face with the cat!
Just found out I'm pregnant again, firstborn is 14 months. Any tips on how to wrangle two small ones? [more inside]
posted by kpht at 5:44 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by kpht at 5:44 AM PST - 22 comments
PhD now or later
Is there an 'expiry date' on your studies when it comes to being admitted to a PhD? I'm thinking of working for a while first. [more inside]
Tool to create unscaled call-out from a thumbnail image?
I'm looking for some software that can highlight the position and appearance of controls on zoomed-out screen shots for a software tutorial. Does software for doing this exist? [more inside]
Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein: worth visiting? [more inside]
How to create a new Unique Identifer Number without Clashes
Help Creating A New Unique Identifier [more inside]
posted by stratastar at 12:44 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by stratastar at 12:44 AM PST - 13 comments
April 21
Should I get involved with my friend?
A friend and I are verging on adding "-with-benefits" to our relationship, and I need some help deciding what to do. Warning: young adult stupidity and beanplating inside. [more inside]
Why is Windows Media Player 12 not adding certain files to my library?
Why is Windows Media Player 12 not adding certain files to my library? [more inside]
Best choices for a web developer's Windows 7 laptop
Web designer-person looking for a new computer by the end of next week (definitely Windows 7, probably 64bit, probably on a laptop). I want a machine that should serve me well as my home office mainstay for the next 5 years, I want to pay as little as reasonably possible, and I have to get this done before the end of next week. My big question: how do I get the best bang for the buck when it comes to choosing the kind of chip, RAM, hard drive speed, dedicated video memory, and any other factors I've failed to list? [more inside]
What is this microphone?
What is the microphone attached to the computer in this picture? [more inside]
posted by Awkward Philip at 9:30 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by Awkward Philip at 9:30 PM PST - 1 comment
Should I take this job?
After months of unemployment and hearing nothing back from potential employers, I've finally had a slew of interviews. Unfortunately, the companies seem to be on totally different hiring schedules and I don't want to miss a great opportunity simply because that company takes a much longer time to go through the hiring process. [more inside]
posted by amandarose at 9:08 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by amandarose at 9:08 PM PST - 11 comments
Does heating / microwaving food mitigate mono?
How safe is it to eat cooking from someone getting over mononucleosis? [more inside]
The Sounds of the Creative Commons
musicfilter: What are the best songs released under a creative commons license? [more inside]
Modern Propaganda
How do advertisers manipulate people? [more inside]
posted by Despondent_Monkey at 7:51 PM PST - 46 comments
posted by Despondent_Monkey at 7:51 PM PST - 46 comments
Metafilter Blocked?
Why can't I access Metafliter, AskMefi, or MetaTalk at work? [more inside]
American activities for kids
I’ve volunteered to represent the United States at an international night for 10-13 year old girls. What sort of fun activities that reflect American culture could I organize? [more inside]
a sweet truck nevertheless
Can I wait a couple of weeks to fix my exhaust system? [more inside]
posted by milkman at 7:12 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by milkman at 7:12 PM PST - 15 comments
Can you name this tune in three notes? Name that tune!
NPR Morning Edition: Name that Tune... [more inside]
posted by Andy's Gross Wart at 7:06 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Andy's Gross Wart at 7:06 PM PST - 6 comments
emancipate this clock.
Clock Repair Question: I have a slave clock that I would like to run as an independent. How do I do it most easily? [more inside]
posted by abirae at 6:51 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by abirae at 6:51 PM PST - 6 comments
Who's doing the music in the Lotus online video ads?
I don't know the software but I like the music. What is it? [more inside]
iBook filter
Getting ready to give away/sell my old G3 iBook (White 800 mhz). I've wiped the drive and re-installed OSX from the original install disks. But ... I can't get past the registration screen. [more inside]
Using EXIF time stamp as blog post time?
I want to set up a little "one picture a day" blog, using something like Tumblr, except I want the time of the post to be taken directly from the "Date Picture Taken" EXIF data. Is there a CMS (or even better, a Tumblr hack) that will allow me to do this? [more inside]
My fancy shower has mold. Help me!
My huge fancy stone-tile shower is growing mold like crazy. What can I use to clean this up that won't hurt the septic tank? [more inside]
posted by jeoc at 6:16 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by jeoc at 6:16 PM PST - 13 comments
To partition or not to partition?
Do you like or dislike when websites split articles into multiple pages? How does Google handle multi-URL articles? [more inside]
posted by nnevvinn at 6:10 PM PST - 65 comments
posted by nnevvinn at 6:10 PM PST - 65 comments
Would you feel safer knowing that the person next to you does not have cool magnet toys?
Can I bring ferrofluid on an airplane? [more inside]
Why.....Digital...break....like....on.....my....
Digitial TV - why does it lose reception in distinct cycles? [more inside]
posted by Jimbob at 5:48 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Jimbob at 5:48 PM PST - 8 comments
I love watching chickens thaw...and hillbillies...
Seeking documentary suggestions, slightly specific. Ideas? [more inside]
Jack's a dull boy
How can I help my husband more easily transition from work-time to after-work time? [more inside]
posted by Brittanie at 5:32 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by Brittanie at 5:32 PM PST - 24 comments
Advice on DIY electrical work
How to route electrical cable around a pipe, a question about a floor box for an electrical outlet in a kitchen, and a good book for general home electrical work? [more inside]
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 5:13 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 5:13 PM PST - 7 comments
DumbAmericanFilter
Give me some real-world benchmarks so I can understand the metric system. [more inside]
posted by l33tpolicywonk at 5:11 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by l33tpolicywonk at 5:11 PM PST - 43 comments
"Game Art" universities in Montreal?
Do you know of any schools in Montreal that offer programs in Game/3D Art? So far my results only show character-animation based schools, and I'm looking for something less specialized in the field. (The Game Art & Design program at the Art Institute is sort of my reference point.)
Please Hope My Wild Mourning Doves
A couple of mourning doves have nested and I think laid eggs right next to where I hang out in our back yard. I was really excited that they weathered a little rain storm last night, but I probably jinxed them.
A short while after I checked on them this afternoon a hawk chased the birds away. The hawk wasn't able to get the eggs because I chased it away. [more inside]
posted by snsranch at 4:50 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by snsranch at 4:50 PM PST - 7 comments
What questions should I ask at grad school visit?
Going to New York next week to check out the grad school program I've been accepted to. What should I look for/what questions should I ask/etc? [more inside]
posted by PostIronyIsNotaMyth at 4:26 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by PostIronyIsNotaMyth at 4:26 PM PST - 10 comments
File sharing borked
Why is file sharing in Mac OS X 10.5.8 suddenly flaking out on me? [more inside]
Category of symphonic music in 'Mirrorball'
What category of symphonic music is used in Peter Gabriel's cover of the song 'Mirrorball' off his new album 'Scratch My Back'? [more inside]
How do I find a cheap Copic Marker vendor?
I am looking for cheap Copic Ciao/Sketch markers. They are very expensive (the cheapest I have found is $80 USD for a pack of 36, but the sale is no longer on). I was wondering if anyone knows of a good vendor who sells them cheaply. I live in Canada (meaning: it would have to be local or a vendor that ships to Canada).
Because eco-pirate is not a viable job option
MultiFacetedCareerFilter: ideas/plans to shift from my office job into a Blue collar (preferably Green collar) trade skill that I can (eventually) take with my as I travel around the world. Etc. [more inside]
Laughing boss derides
New person at work. I like her but she wears perfume and we're practically elbow to elbow in a tiny room with little ventilation, and my eyes are still sore and blinky three hours after leaving the place today. [more inside]
How to choose a mentor?
How to choose a mentor? [more inside]
"Myself" vs "me"
Grammar filter: Is it wrong to use "myself" when "me" seems to sound better? [more inside]
What does having spasticity feel like to you?
What does having spasticity feel like to you? CP, MS, stroke, help me understand. [more inside]
WTF is growing out of the floor in my basement? It looks like glossy human hair and it is freaking me out.
WTF is growing out of the floor in my basement? It looks like glossy human hair and it is freaking me out. [more inside]
posted by cocoagirl at 2:44 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by cocoagirl at 2:44 PM PST - 21 comments
Why don't hockey players dive like in soccer?
How come diving in soccer has become so prevalent but hockey for the most part has avoided this? [more inside]
Bike trunk bag quick release?
I have a bicycle trunk rack that is Trek Interchange compatible. My trunk bag is not. I'd like an easier way to take the bag off the bike when parking it in public. Is there really no such thing as an Interchange adaptor for
non-Interchange bags? [more inside]
No thanks, I don't drink. Um, what's wrong with that?
Why are some people ashamed to say "I don't drink"? [more inside]
posted by patheral at 1:53 PM PST - 80 comments
posted by patheral at 1:53 PM PST - 80 comments
No Mortgage = Mo' Money?
Do you know anyone who has "Strategically Defaulted" on their mortgage and is instead spending what would be their mortgage payment on consumer goods? [more inside]
It's as if it's trying to stay a secret identity.
Where online did I recently see for sale an instant superhero or superhero kit-type costume for adults that included a cape, goggles, and maybe a flight helmet? [more inside]
How to grill sausages properly?
I've come into possession of several bison sausages, but I'm awful at cooking sausages on a grill. How do I do this properly? [more inside]
posted by SNWidget at 1:26 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by SNWidget at 1:26 PM PST - 20 comments
How do I spot a Buffy or the L Word FAKE DVD set?
How do I spot a Buffy or the L Word FAKE DVD set? [more inside]
posted by DorothySmith at 1:25 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by DorothySmith at 1:25 PM PST - 11 comments
Hey all you apps, quit taking over my function keys!
Clipboard and/or Excel question: How can I assign a function key to do a Ctrl+V paste? [more inside]
posted by crapmatic at 1:23 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by crapmatic at 1:23 PM PST - 3 comments
Free time thrust upon me.
What next after being laid off? [more inside]
new unwanted blinky thing in skype
This new orange box keeps turning up in my skype window, and it is annoying! I can't find any option to get rid of it forever; have you gotten rid of it? This has only started in the last few days. I have not upgraded Skype (4.0.0.227).
really good food
Web design workflows in 2010?
What does a web designer / web UX designer workflow look like in 2010? [more inside]
What is wrong with my vision and what can be done to correct it?
First off, I know you are not my doctor and all that jazz. I have an appointment with an ophthalmologist next week to have this looked at, but it's bugging me and I'd like to know more about it in the meantime.
In low light situations, I see "trails" to the bottom and left of light sources in my left eye only. Everything is normal in my right eye. I also get the same effect to a lesser degree in other high-contrast (light on dark) situations even if there is plenty of light. [more inside]
posted by ElDiabloConQueso at 12:20 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by ElDiabloConQueso at 12:20 PM PST - 6 comments
Random audio sample player
I have an idea for a unique gift for a friend, and one of the things I need is a small device (say, pack-of-cigarettes size or smaller) that will accept and store multiple short audio samples (say, 10 seconds or less, at least six individual samples), and play a random sample at the press of a button. Does such a device exist?
find a diagnosis
Help me find a mental health condition to slam the sycophants I work with. [more inside]
Help me work in my jammies!
Simple (?) CS5 licensing question that I can't find the answer to on Adobe's site: [more inside]
posted by JoanArkham at 11:28 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by JoanArkham at 11:28 AM PST - 3 comments
Help Me Plan My Yellowstone Trip!
I'm a few weeks from a big solo road trip to Yellowstone and Grand Tetons. I would love some answers from MeFites on a few questions related to routes, destinations, food, camping alone, bears, etc.! [more inside]
Must-know tips/factoids for the MCAT?
I'm taking the MCAT on Friday and have been studying for a few months. What I want to accomplish over the next day or two is a bit of cramming. What are some must-know strategies/simple facts that are very likely to be useful on Friday's MCAT? [more inside]
Eating and a view in Oregon
what are some places to go in Oregon on a Sunday night to eat and catch the views up to an hour and a half drive from Portland? [more inside]
Help me be clever!
Calling all clever wordcrafters! I need help coming up with something to engrave on a flask for my boyfriend. Details and restrictions inside. [more inside]
posted by rachums at 11:19 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by rachums at 11:19 AM PST - 26 comments
Bookfinding help
Looking for a book from the 80's, possibly a young adult novel. [more inside]
posted by pinky at 10:57 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by pinky at 10:57 AM PST - 5 comments
Toys for AI chatbot?
Help me make my talking deer-billy-bass-whatever toy engage in eerily logical conversation. [more inside]
posted by ollyolly at 10:51 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by ollyolly at 10:51 AM PST - 6 comments
How to best turn outlines into menus on a Web, mobile, and/or desktop app?
Can you advise me on creating my research tool? Do you know a way to turn outilnes into interactive menus on the Web? How about on a mobile device ? Is there an app that is for iPhone apps what Dreamweaver is for Web sites? [more inside]
posted by jimmymcvee at 10:51 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by jimmymcvee at 10:51 AM PST - 8 comments
Classic 1900's bike carousel
I'm looking for the classic 1900's bike moving-picture carousel [more inside]
posted by oviedo at 10:48 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by oviedo at 10:48 AM PST - 4 comments
Canon 7D HD video: How many batteries?
Canon 7D HD video: How many batteries? [more inside]
Clicky McClickerson
How can I use my BlackBerry 8330 as a "clicker" for a presentation? [more inside]
posted by spikeleemajortomdickandharryconnickjrmints at 10:35 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by spikeleemajortomdickandharryconnickjrmints at 10:35 AM PST - 6 comments
SEO+ by embedding H1 inline?
I've got an SEO consultant telling me to inject H1-tagged phrases into copy on a website. Is there any evidence that this either works or hurts? [more inside]
posted by lodurr at 10:13 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by lodurr at 10:13 AM PST - 17 comments
Make an online list of books I've read?
Do you know some sort of online database of books where you can make a profile and compile a list of what you've read? (more explanation) [more inside]
posted by CelebrenIthil at 10:04 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by CelebrenIthil at 10:04 AM PST - 11 comments
How can we make the best out of a bad swim class situation for our toddler?
Todder Swim - how can we make the best of this class situation? Way more inside. [more inside]
posted by k8t at 9:52 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by k8t at 9:52 AM PST - 28 comments
A Flickr Gallery For My Site, Without Flash?
What are the best options for an online photo gallery that: (A) Pulls photos from my Flickr photostream, and (B) Doesn't use flash? Minimalist design preferred. iPhone-friendly would be awesome!
By opening this email, you agree to the following:
Cory Doctorow has a terms of service that he sends to publishing companies. Paraphrased it basically says "By opening this email, you agree to the following conditions" and then follows up with what rights he gives himself.
Where can I find the full text of this?
posted by nushustu at 9:16 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by nushustu at 9:16 AM PST - 9 comments
DebateFilter: Arguments *for* the federal Real ID program
I'm participating in a public debate in a few weeks, the topic of which is, "Resolved: The Real ID Act should be repealed." Despite my personal views (which are pretty strongly liberal), I've been assigned to argue against the resolution, meaning I have to support the Real ID act. [more inside]
posted by crookedgrin at 9:02 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by crookedgrin at 9:02 AM PST - 10 comments
Such a dorama queen!
Awesome Japanese TV recommendations? [more inside]
Who WAS that group, and how did they wind up on stage with Billy Corgan?
I stayed up late and watched Leno last night. The Smashing Pumpkins were on....what I am wondering is-who was that group of people on stage with him??? [more inside]
posted by St. Alia of the Bunnies at 8:58 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by St. Alia of the Bunnies at 8:58 AM PST - 13 comments
Where can we get a nice dinner in Paris near the 1er?
I want to take my husband out for a nice dinner in Paris for his birthday. The catch: I'm pregnant and have some weird food aversions. [more inside]
How to use two internet connections concurrently
Is there a method or inexpensive tool that will allow me to use two internet connections at the same time across a network? [more inside]
cathartic and raw music, please
Looking for new music: ultra-intense, overly emotionally resounding music [more inside]
Where to go in France with a 3-year-old?
Help us plan our summer trip to France. Did I mention we're taking a 3-year-old? [more inside]
Public videoconference sites
Looking for public IP videoconference sites I can connect to during a Take Your Child to Work Day demonstration. [more inside]
What happens after TEFL?
Five years out from my BA (in history, el oh el), I haven't been able to get any career traction and I'm looking at teaching English abroad as a way to get away and get a job. But what will happen when I come back and want to get a "real job"? And yes, I know that TEFL is definitely a real job--but will American employers think so? [more inside]
Hike! Hike! Hike Your Pants Up!
I am wanting to enjoy some outdoor exploration this year in Washington state. The catch is, I have multiple sclerosis and my ability to walk is severely hampered (I can walk short distances- maybe about a city block or 2 at a time, sometimes I need a cane, but not wheelchair bound). Where should I go? [more inside]
If a prosecutor finds a password, can he or she use it?
What are the legal implications of subpoenaing or obtaining a warrant for digital papers (such as a Gmail or Google Apps account) and finding a password? Could the prosecutor use the password to obtain more information from another digital source, such as another email account or a Facebook account? [more inside]
posted by Michael Pemulis at 8:23 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by Michael Pemulis at 8:23 AM PST - 1 comment
Please help me help my friend with his addiction.
I recently found out that a good friend of mine has been addicted to crystal meth for three years. I need help finding some resources for him. [more inside]
posted by Kimberly at 8:20 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Kimberly at 8:20 AM PST - 4 comments
How much wood can I chop chop chop if I know not how to chop wood?
Tips for newbie to safely chop firewood by hand? [more inside]
How can I counterbalance my experimental research design?
Can someone help me with counterbalancing an experiment that I will be conducting? [more inside]
How do I play guitar like this?
Inappropriate toilet music
What mildly amusing or inappropriate background music can I play in a bathroom? [more inside]
posted by emilyw at 7:19 AM PST - 71 comments
posted by emilyw at 7:19 AM PST - 71 comments
So I had a pretty craptastic morning...
License suspensions, driver responsibility and address changes. Any chance? [more inside]
posted by Raze2k at 7:02 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Raze2k at 7:02 AM PST - 6 comments
BASIC... for kids!
When I was home last weekend, my 9 year old nephew was on the computer when he turned to me and said, "Do you know how to write BASIC? All I can do so far is print 'Hi,' but it's really cool!" [more inside]
Rory's so ignorant of hip-hop he can't make a pithy joke here
Help me find exciting hip-hop/rave music. [more inside]
Protogreen thumbee needs help
I just moved into a new place. I want to start a garden on my balcony. [more inside]
posted by ysabet at 5:10 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by ysabet at 5:10 AM PST - 11 comments
Docudramas?
Movies featuring news or documentary footage. [more inside]
posted by ellieBOA at 4:15 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by ellieBOA at 4:15 AM PST - 21 comments
How can I decode HTTP traffic from an IP webcam into full URLs?
I have a cheapo IP WiFi webcam, its video & audio feed is viewed via an ActiveX plugin in IE. I want to access theses feeds in Linux. I was wondering if there was some tool I could use in Win XP to monitor the network traffic on my PC when using IE to access the webcam, to get the full URLs to the audio and video feeds. All the tools I have used so far just give me the IP address and port, not the full http address.
posted by prupert at 3:35 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by prupert at 3:35 AM PST - 12 comments
Pick me a video format
Help me find the best video format for playback on freshly-installed XP and Mac OS-es. [more inside]
posted by le morte de bea arthur at 3:30 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by le morte de bea arthur at 3:30 AM PST - 6 comments
How to get rid of shadow on all InDesign documents
Is there a way to disable or remove the "drop shadow" on the right and bottom in all InDesign documents? [more inside]
Give me suggestions about how to entertain myself during my long commute!
Pretty soon I will have a pretty long commute. What can I do to not make it seem like a giant waste of time/gas/energy/etc? [more inside]
Are their user-driven sites to discuss Herend porcelain
I am looking for user-driven sites/forums to discuss Herend porcelain. I collect this Hungarian-made porcelain and would like to ask various questions of other (English-language) collectors. In particular I would like to understand better the various pottery marks and their meanings, especially those that may indicate counterfeit goods. This site on e-bay has some useful information but I am hoping for a more interactive site where I can post pictures of pieces I have and ask
"What do these marks indicate?", or, "Is this piece counterfeit?".
April 20
Want to get daddy a nice present.
Stopping unjust wage garnishment?
My wages may be about to be unjustly garnished. What can I do? [more inside]
Best guitar riffs of the 21st century?
What are some of the best guitar riffs of the 21st century? [more inside]
Should I quit my Master's program in Architecture at one of the best schools in the country?
Should I quit my Master's program in Architecture? [more inside]
posted by peetle at 10:27 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by peetle at 10:27 PM PST - 16 comments
How to de-moisturize some clothing ?
Laundry Advice ! Advice on how to clean moisturizing type cream from clothing ? [more inside]
How long does hard drive last?
How long does hard drive last? [more inside]
How to work for evil corporations?
How do I get over working for a company that I am morally and ethically against? This is my first job out of college. [more inside]
Lexington
A few quetsions for a upcoming trip to Lexington, Ky. [more inside]
Identify this electronic music single from Major Lazer at Coachella.
Electronic Music Filter: Help me identify this song. It was played in the Major Lazer set Coachella and I'm pretty sure either Club 75 and/or Erol Alkan played it as well. [more inside]
posted by hazyspring at 8:07 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by hazyspring at 8:07 PM PST - 1 comment
Arabic Bookseller in DC?
Do you know of any booksellers in the Washington, DC area that sell Arabic books? I'm looking for shops that sell fairly current novels and nonfiction written in the Arabic language. Also, it would be nice if it was accessible by public transport. Thanks.
posted by bluefly at 7:41 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by bluefly at 7:41 PM PST - 5 comments
Best movie studio tour?
Help me find an awsome movie studio tour in LA. I live here, but yet have never managed to tour a movie studio. Are some tours better than others?
What condition could cause twinges in veins in an otherwise young, healthy person?
What condition could cause twinges in veins in an otherwise young, healthy person? [more inside]
What would be a nice, thoughtful gift of appreciation for my social work supervisor?
The end of my graduate school internship is approaching and I'd like to give my wonderful supervisor a token of appreciation for all she's done and taught me. We've had a pretty strictly professional relationship (an excellent one, at that) and I have minimal knowledge of her personal interests. She's in her mid-30s, and is a clinical social worker. I'd like to get her something thoughtful, something she can use. Chocolates, flowers, and gift certificates are not really what I'm looking for. At the same time, I wouldn't want to give her something too personal. Oh, and I'd like to spend no more than $50. (I am a grad student, after all.)
I know you guys will have some good ideas. Thanks in advance!
Looking for new digital camera for travel & architectural details.
Digital Camera filter: Looking for a neew point-and-shoot digital camera for vacation and hobby shooting. Details inside. [more inside]
posted by immlass at 6:32 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by immlass at 6:32 PM PST - 10 comments
Help me plan my summer.
I am a junior in high school. Please help me decide between two programs to do over the summer. [more inside]
I don't want an iMac that cries "Marsha, Marsha, Marsha!"
How long does it take for the Peter and Bobby of iMacs, to get Greg iMac's processor? [more inside]
posted by blueberry at 5:52 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by blueberry at 5:52 PM PST - 9 comments
Headphone mania
Help me find USB headphones for Ubuntu. [more inside]
How to improve sound on a wired fm modulator?
Today I had a wired fm modulator installed in my 2003 Lexus ES300. The one used was the "Farenheit Phase Lock Loop FM Modulator (EFM-01 / EFM01)." My issue seems to be that when the music is quiet/not busy, it comes through clear, but when the sounds pick up I get some seriously bad buzzing/distortion. [more inside]
Where is the line?
What legal barriers prevent ISPs from violating their users' privacy? [more inside]
How to get a job working in PR?
How could I (a junior in high school) eventually work in the public relations industry? [more inside]
Netbook and Powerpoint?
Can a netbook effectively run Powerpoint? If so, any recommendations? The primary use would be regular ol' netbook tasks (browsing the net, email). However, as an attorney, I also occasionally need a laptop to display Powerpoint slides via the courtroom's newfangled electronic display system (through the VGA port). Will a netbook be able to do this in a passably quick manner with an older version of Powerpoint / a similar program? With added RAM? Please justify my purchase of a $350 toy.
posted by seventyfour at 4:02 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by seventyfour at 4:02 PM PST - 14 comments
Are technology colleges a good way to enter the job market?
How do the modern Canadian technology colleges rate? I need to help a friend decide which college or path would be best for her to enter the technology job market. [more inside]
When will children be able to stay on parents' health insurance and will dental be included?
Two questions related to the provision of the US healthcare bill related to dependents getting to stay on parents' plans until age 27. [more inside]
posted by ishotjr at 3:44 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by ishotjr at 3:44 PM PST - 19 comments
University in UK?
US High schooler would like to go to university in UK (maybe). Has numerous questions about the system. Help? [more inside]
posted by R a c h e l at 3:39 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by R a c h e l at 3:39 PM PST - 25 comments
Can I cancel a lease and get my deposit back?
Can I take advantage of the "cooling off" period to cancel a lease agreement and get my deposit back? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 3:30 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by anonymous at 3:30 PM PST - 7 comments
What time is it? Mold.
How do you know when it's time to go?
I love my significant other, but I don't know if I can continue being with him. We've been together (long distance at first) for six years, and lived together for almost two. He's a wonderful man in many ways - caring, a good listener, smart, and funny, but there are some major issues between us that I'm starting to feel I can't live with anymore, and I'm not sure if I should keep working on them, or leave now so that we can both move on. [more inside]
Is our children learning?
Help me find the best of itunesU/open advanced course materials with special snowflake request [more inside]
It's a mad world...
What movies have awesome songs that play during the end of the movie? [more inside]
Book about basic carpentry and furniture-making?
What is the book on basic carpentry and furniture-making techniques? I have started to pick up DIY furniture making as a hobby, but I don't know any of the basics, like how to make joints and kerfed edges, how to cut plywood without splintering, which tools and materials to use and how, and so on. It should be a reference/how-to book with lots of pictures. When dealing with obscure hobbies there often exists a legendary out-of-print, hard-to-find tome published the 1970s that everyone in the field has and cherishes, like this one (which I have), but which one is it?
posted by gentle at 2:36 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by gentle at 2:36 PM PST - 16 comments
How do I keep the lumbar support pad on an aeron chair from constantly sliding up and falling off the chair?
How do I keep the lumbar support pad on an aeron chair from constantly sliding up and falling off the chair? [more inside]
posted by subtle_squid at 2:35 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by subtle_squid at 2:35 PM PST - 3 comments
my bike is sick :(
unstable idle on my sport bike [more inside]
Why did three different people in my ob-gyn office give me three different answers to this question? (Micronor birth control pill)
I'm dealing with some pretty typical just-starting-the-pill anxiety. I was prescribed Micronor today and instructed to start taking them right away (instead of waiting for a particular point in my cycle). [more inside]
posted by kella at 2:17 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by kella at 2:17 PM PST - 10 comments
Bad bosses make work less enjoyable.
What does it mean when your boss sends you a job posting at another company? [more inside]
Best international sim card to use
I'm heading to Sweden and Denmark in a week (volcano willing) and will need a cell phone while I'm traveling about for 2 weeks. I'm been looking at a number of different sim card providers, but reviews seem to almost always include someone saying how badly they were cheated. I need this phone to call people soon after I land (and depending on where my flight gets re-routed, it might be key), and was hoping to be able to call the U.S. once or twice. Has anyone had any experiences with any good international sim card providers where they weren't horribly gouged?
posted by redbeard at 2:05 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by redbeard at 2:05 PM PST - 5 comments
Any Canadians with experience getting a German student visa?
Are there any Canadians with experience getting a German student visa? How long does this take in practice (versus how long they say it takes)? [more inside]
Misdiagnoses leads to denial of claim for kidney dialysis
What can be done when a health insurance claim is denied due to a mis-diagnosed condition being considered a preexisting condition? [more inside]
Help me outfit my kitchen!
I'll soon have the opportunity to outfit a new kitchen entirely from scratch. Recommend me some great cookware and cook's tools! [more inside]
How to make an interactive flowchart, and who to do it?
What is the best way (language) to create an online interactive flowchart? How would a small company find candidates to do the work, and how much should it cost? [more inside]
Which OS X version to download?
I need to do a fresh install of OS X on a G4 1.42ghz mac mini. What OS version do I need to download?
posted by nitor at 1:19 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by nitor at 1:19 PM PST - 12 comments
Jacob's Ladder: historically accurate neighborhoods?
Does the movie Jacob's Ladder depict mid-1970s Brooklyn neighborhoods with any accuracy? [more inside]
posted by komara at 1:15 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by komara at 1:15 PM PST - 15 comments
Help me find 90's Hip Hop Mixes!
90's Hip Hop Mix Filter: I've got DJ Jazzy Jeff's incredible "Live From Nowhere". Please suggest other professionally produced hip-hop mixes (or DJ's) that should be in my life. [more inside]
posted by alrightokay at 1:07 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by alrightokay at 1:07 PM PST - 11 comments
Looking to convert a recorded class's MP3 into text via speech recognition
I would like to run MP3 files through speech recognition to turn them into text (recorded class lectures). Can anyone recommend software to do this (directly from the mp3's - I can only find speech recognition for microphone input)
You Can Lead a Luddite to LCD, But... yaddah yaddah yaddah
I am shockingly uninformed about technology, but I am getting ready to buy an LCD TV, and I am wondering about connectivity issues with my old analog receiver/speakers, and the ability to connect my laptop and display things through the television screen. [more inside]
They die like dogs, don't they?
How long do most domestic dogs last in the wilderness? My belief is that they do pretty poorly but I need better, more consise data than I'm finding. [more inside]
Cameras that can take a beating
How to watch tonight's Suns game in St. Louis?
Diehard Phoenix Suns fan in St. Louis seeking to watch tonight's game. Anyone know where in St. Louis I can watch the game on NBA TV? Alternatively, is anyone in Phoenix willing to use Slingbox or point a webcam at their TV showing the game on FOX Sports AZ?
posted by drinkspiller at 12:07 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by drinkspiller at 12:07 PM PST - 7 comments
How to fix a broken hard drive port?
I broke the port on my external hard drive. It isn't visibly damaged, but when I plug the USB cable in, the port feels wiggly, like it's not connected to what it should be connected to. Nothing happens when I plug it into my computer. How can I fix this or recover the data? [more inside]
posted by little e at 11:57 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by little e at 11:57 AM PST - 7 comments
paraSolve my problem ?
MushroomFilter: Where to find Lepiota lutea, aka. yellow parasol mushrooms in the Vancouver B.C. area ? [more inside]
posted by pickingoutathermos at 11:50 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by pickingoutathermos at 11:50 AM PST - 3 comments
How to recover my files!
I used to own a PowerMac 6100 running OS 9. This was the pre-Steve Jobs era so I lost hope in Apple ever getting it together and moved on to a PC. How can I access my old documents? [more inside]
Is it a bush? A tree? A whazzit?
Yet another plant identification question! [more inside]
posted by hecho de la basura at 11:39 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by hecho de la basura at 11:39 AM PST - 9 comments
How to deal with roommate who helps himself to my stuff
How to deal with roommate who helps himself to my stuff
A little background: one of the roommates is the daughter of the landlord and she lives with her boyfriend on the floor above. We share a kitchen and they often use other common areas like the living room on my floor. [more inside]
So we know this stuff is bad, but...
How many tons of ash has the volcano in Iceland erupted? [more inside]
popcorn toppings
I want to perk up my popcorn. What toppings that are probably sitting around the house, or are easily found at a typical grocery store, do you all find the yummiest? Wet, dry, shake, stir, good-for-you, bad-for-you (real butter!!), I don't care, just suggest anything that tastes good and is readily available.
Help me find this old B&W photo of a woman and baby
Looking to ID an old B&W photograph based on a description of it. A dark-haired woman napping on a bed in daytime, with a baby beside her. [more inside]
An error message would be nice. Throw me a bone, Apple!
Does Quartz Composer have a maximum allowable file size for working with videos? [more inside]
Dress You Up in My Love
Toronto brides of MeFi: recommend me fantastic bridal salons where I can buy my wedding dress. [more inside]
Focus!
Acer X193Wb monitor - question about width and focus. [more inside]
Dually Yours
What does a parent do to ensure their child has dual nationality? [more inside]
sugar and spice and everything nice - how to make the scent without the food?
Japanese subtitles for When Harry Met Sally?
Does anyone know where to find Japanese subtitles for When Harry Met Sally...? [more inside]
Was it attempted plagiarism?
A couple of years ago I was an undergrad looking for part-time research work, and a friend-of-a-friend connected me to a PhD candidate who needed help with her thesis. I spoke to her and her request set off plagiarism alarm bells for me, so I declined the project. I always doubted whether I handled it correctly, though, and I just found out that the friend-of-a-friend who referred me is still a little ticked at me for asking the PhD student these questions and then declining the work. Did I handle this alright, or was I being a jerk? [more inside]
I love you...maybe...
I want to say "I love you", but I'm not sure if it's just force of habit. "I'm a special snowflake" and mild NSFW details inside. [more inside]
Can I give up control of my baby?!
Rental agency question/query [more inside]
Is there a good and easy freeware program for Flash slideshows?
Looking for freeware software to create Flash slideshows with audio options. Does such a thing exist and if so, where? Thanks.
Chapeau Suggestions For Non-Fairfaxian Roundheads.
HabadasherFilter: What kind of chapeau suits my largish, inverted-egg-shaped head?
posted by Alvy Ampersand at 9:26 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Alvy Ampersand at 9:26 AM PST - 12 comments
Eulogy for a friendship
Relationship Filter: How do you know, and what do you do, when a 25+ year friendship may have reached it's logical end? Novella length setup: [more inside]
posted by SecretAgentSockpuppet at 8:52 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by SecretAgentSockpuppet at 8:52 AM PST - 32 comments
Vegetarian Star Anise recipes?
What's a vegetarian to do with a bag of Star Anise? [more inside]
posted by WinnipegDragon at 8:51 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by WinnipegDragon at 8:51 AM PST - 25 comments
Name this soundboard site.
Name that site: Saw a webpage recently (within the past week) with rows and rows of colorful buttons (that looked like physical arcade game buttons), each one playing a different sound or catchphrase. Can't for the life of me remember what the name of the site was. I probably saw it on my iPhone. L'il help?
posted by Wild_Eep at 8:33 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Wild_Eep at 8:33 AM PST - 3 comments
Please help me get a foursquare project approved!
Any idea what the response rate is on Foursquare offers? i.e. Get a free large drink if you show cashiers that you checked in.
I mean, other than changing their grades and playing global thermonuclear war...
What are people using the TRS-80 for these days? [more inside]
corrcoeff
How can I compare a set of measurements ? I'm using MATLAB, but general statistics advice would be helpful. [more inside]
If I send this voicemail to her new SO, what are the possible outcomes? Is it wrong to do this?
If I send this voicemail to her new SO, what are the possible outcomes? Is it wrong to do this? [more inside]
posted by talljamal at 7:56 AM PST - 60 comments
posted by talljamal at 7:56 AM PST - 60 comments
bizarro comic Pariro vending truth
BizarroFilter: GoogleFu failing me, very much need to stare into the abyss of my favourite cartoon of all time. Dan Pariro, Bizarro: Coke machine (a "That's Life!" machine, actually) offering such things as "Virtue" "Integrity" etc, but with yellow sticky reading "SOLD OUT" over "Shiny Crap". [more inside]
posted by TigerMoth at 7:54 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by TigerMoth at 7:54 AM PST - 6 comments
Poutine options in Toronto thank you please.
Help us find a restaurant in Toronto that can seat 8 comfortably, serves good poutine, and won't cost a fortune. Location and other specifics inside. [more inside]
How do I expose invisible characters in web forms?
How do I expose invisible characters in web forms? [more inside]
WAY too much for baked potatoes.
What can I do with 4 litres of European-style sour cream? [more inside]
Temporary dwelling, permanent love
I am renting a room in shared house, which means that, as with many roomies/housemates, the bulk of my possessions have to live in one room. Please suggest blogs or tips for organising and making the place look nice! [more inside]
How do I get more info from US Customs about a stopped package?
UPS says that US Customs has stopped a package being sent to me from Hong Kong and it is going to be destroyed, but they won't tell me how to contact Customs directly. Is something fishy going on here? [more inside]
posted by Menthol at 7:33 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Menthol at 7:33 AM PST - 12 comments
It's an eyeball party!
Front page: Eyeball party ideas for a very special veterinary ophthalmologist. [more inside]
Help me find a sunhat that doesn't look silly
Hatfilter: Where can I find a fashionable wide-brimmed sunhat for a young woman who has a medical condition that requires her to keep out of the sun? [more inside]
Creative headhunter in the NYC metro area?
Looking for a good creative advertising/marketing headhunter or recruiter in the NYC area, any recommendations? [more inside]
Bake me a cake as fast as you can.
I can't afford Pastry School, but I can afford Pastry Textbook School. What should I buy? [more inside]
Do people really enjoy roller coasters?
C'est quoi, ce caractère?
Can you identify this font? What The Font chokes on the curved text and the small size.
posted by mkb at 6:30 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by mkb at 6:30 AM PST - 2 comments
Bleaching animal bones
Flesh eating virus on found deer jawbone? [more inside]
How can I send an email to a lot of people without being considered a spammer?
Dodgy question time: I need to send an identical reply email to about 150 people, legitimately, and with their consent. How can I do it without being considered a spammer by Gmail and/or by their mail software/ISPs? I use OS X, but can run Windows virtualized.
Does Pr Professor Cuthbert Calculus listen to music ?!
A lot of people couldn't live without music. Help me be part of those people! Complication : I am deaf. [more inside]
posted by OrangeCat at 5:15 AM PST - 49 comments
posted by OrangeCat at 5:15 AM PST - 49 comments
Three-colour greyscale
How can I create a three-colour greyscale of a digital colour photograph (i.e. a version in black, white and only ONE shade of grey)? [more inside]
posted by Brentusfirmus at 4:52 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Brentusfirmus at 4:52 AM PST - 8 comments
What's the big difference between the 120GB and 250GB PS3?
Why would I want a 250GB PS3 over a 120GB one? And more n00b PS3 buying questions inside. [more inside]
Help me create big circles of content that orbit around each other
There have been a few questions about mindmapping apps before but I'm looking for something to create mind clouds...I want to create large circles with content orbiting around it, with links to Flickr, YouTube, blog entries etc. The closest thing I have found is Mindcloud.jp but it's a bit wonky and mostly in Japanese. Also I can't see how I would embed it into another site, so ideally I'm looking for some kind of widget that I can embed into a Wordpress blog...or even a Wordpress theme that could create these mind clouds. Any ideas?
Did a zoo really shoot a baby hippo?
Did Auckland zoo(in New Zealand) really shoot a baby hippo because of budget constraints? [more inside]
posted by Phcyso at 3:08 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Phcyso at 3:08 AM PST - 7 comments
It's burst into flames! It burst into flames, and it's falling, it's crashing!
What is the cheapest non-deadly way to assemble a balloon-based aerial photography rig? [more inside]
The Kitchen Sink Got Everything!
My sink overflowed in the middle of the night and now I'm trying to figure out how to clean it up (and prevent it from happening again). [more inside]
posted by Strang at 1:19 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Strang at 1:19 AM PST - 9 comments
Where should we look for apartments in the Bay Area?
cmchap and I intend to spend this summer in San Francisco, but we still haven't found a place to stay. We're both undergrads, so we figure looking wherever undergrads (specifically Stanford or UCBerkeley) live during summer classes and the like is a good start. The question is: where does the Stanford or UC Berkeley undergrad population that stays in off-campus apartments for the summer live? Additionally, if we can't find anything there, where should we look next? Or, more importantly, where should we avoid? Neither of our jobs are location specific, but we'd like to be near public transportation. Thanks!
ount all the ways that 15 objects can be put into four piles so that each pile has a different number of objects in it.
"Count all the ways that 15 objects can be put into four piles so that each pile has a different number of objects in it." Is there a smart general method for solving problems like this? Feel free to assume uniqueness/non-emptiness of the piles if it helps. (Not homework)
posted by onalark at 12:33 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by onalark at 12:33 AM PST - 18 comments
April 19
Can I get individual health insurance with mental health coverage?
Can I buy individual insurance with mental health coverage with a pre-existing condition? [more inside]
Don't fire until you see the whites of their iPods.
What are some good, informative, and accurate documentaries and/or podcasts covering the various American presidencies? [more inside]
Brighten my office
Just moved into a windowless office. The lack of daylight is killing me. Please suggest hacks to brighten my office. [more inside]
Leave someone you love if they're not right for you?
How do I know if I should leave her, if I love her? [more inside]
Vancouver parking issues.
We're visiting Vancouver! Now, what to do with the car? [more inside]
posted by a sourceless light at 10:49 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by a sourceless light at 10:49 PM PST - 12 comments
How to eliminate mold during home rehab?
Mold -- Is it possible to eliminate mold as part of a home rehab project without hiring an all-out mold professional? Will it be sufficient to remove all the drywall, scrub and bleach the wood behind (or replace anything damaged), and stop the sources of water intrusion? Did you deal with mold as part of a major fixer-upper? [more inside]
Big Island getaway recommendations, please!
We're headed to the Big Island for a week. We've gotten a package at the Hilton Waikoloa Resort so will be staying there for 4 nights. Now, we know we'll get sick of the hotel scene by night 3 or night 4 (but have already paid for it and are getting a good deal), SO can anyone recommend a nice cottage/B+B/lodge where we can go to wind down our vacation, somewhere relatively luxurious (no more than $400/nt please) and not packed with tons of people?
FWIW, I looked on VRBO and there are sooo many choices my head spun. A lodge would be fine and if you happen to know of any vacation rentals that would be good too.
I found this previously and have contacted the 2 places mentioned...they're taken!
Anyone been to or know of the type of place I've described? Many thanks in advance!
posted by choochoo at 10:40 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by choochoo at 10:40 PM PST - 15 comments
What do the police do to prepare for the "pot holiday" 420?
If anything, what do the police do to prepare for what (I imagine) is a whole lot more criminal activity in one day. [more inside]
Help my brother teach 5th graders about colonial history-chronology
Help with Grade 5 English/S.S. lesson (related to chronology in U.S. colonial era) [more inside]
Not much of a view, but a hell of a ride
What sort of contraption did I see today slung underneath a semi trailer? [more inside]
posted by saeculorum at 9:39 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by saeculorum at 9:39 PM PST - 4 comments
Hacked
Gmail was hacked, sending an email to hundreds of contacts. This means that gmail has blocked me from sending emails to people. From my googling it seems to be 24-48 hours which would be insanely inconvenient. I changed my password and everything, anything I can do but wait it out?
Why isn't Final Cut Pro 6 asking me to change sequence settings to match .avi movie settings?
Final Cut Pro 6 no longer asking me to change my sequence settings to match my clip settings. Why has it stopped doing this? [more inside]
posted by omnigut at 8:28 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by omnigut at 8:28 PM PST - 12 comments
Talented TV teddies
Seeking mid 1960s to mid 1970s Canadian TV filler short clip. It was an orchestra of teddy bears (and possibly other teddy-like stuffed toys) playing Mozart's Turkish March. Not drawn, but 'live action' real teddies. [more inside]
How a secret ballots kept secret?
How (in the US), when voting in government elections, do we know that our secret ballots do, indeed, remain secret? [more inside]
posted by InsertNiftyNameHere at 8:14 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by InsertNiftyNameHere at 8:14 PM PST - 26 comments
he built it in a cave! with a box of scraps!
What does the inscription on this ring/prop mean? [more inside]
posted by joyceanmachine at 7:46 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by joyceanmachine at 7:46 PM PST - 4 comments
I'm looking to move from an XP desktop full of music to a server-based solution but I have no idea where to start! Can anyone give me a hand?
I'm looking to move from an XP desktop full of music to a server-based solution but I have no idea where to start! Can anyone give me a hand? [more inside]
America is a ____ 10 year old boy.
I once read something, perhaps a comment on this very site, that compared the united states to a ten year old boy. It might have made similar nation to person comparisons. They went on to describe this ten year old using some term that was close to, but probably not, "belligerent". What was this bit of writing?
posted by phrontist at 7:05 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by phrontist at 7:05 PM PST - 4 comments
Road trip best practices.
Roadtrip: Kansas City, MO to Fayetteville, NC [more inside]
Dizziness and ovarian cysts, whoopee!
Has anyone had experience with ovarian cysts causing dizziness/light-headedness? [more inside]
help me stop the hurting
Immediate pain relief for menstrual cramps: Go! [more inside]
posted by insectosaurus at 6:25 PM PST - 68 comments
posted by insectosaurus at 6:25 PM PST - 68 comments
Give me a head of hair - long beautiful hair...
Seeking recommendations for a great hairstylist near Evanston, IL who can cut my way-too-long curly hair! [more inside]
posted by honeybee413 at 6:18 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by honeybee413 at 6:18 PM PST - 6 comments
Spanish copyeditor's dictionary wanted
I'm looking for a Spanish dictionary that includes word breaks. Is there anybody here who copyedits Spanish text and can recommend the gold standard for such a task? [more inside]
posted by Camofrog at 6:10 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Camofrog at 6:10 PM PST - 6 comments
Looking for a Delillo (?) quote
Looking for a quotation cite. I swear it's Delillo. For a long time I thought it was in White Noise but I have been unable to find it in there in spite of re-reading the novel to find the quotation. Maybe The Names or Ratner's Star. The quotation: "betrayal stalks every secret".
posted by bukvich at 5:48 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by bukvich at 5:48 PM PST - 4 comments
Best place to get a leather jacket altered in Toronto?
Where's the best place to get a leather jacket altered in Toronto? [more inside]
Does civility work?
Just a month late for bike-to-work day ...
NYC bikers! What's the best way to get from Ridgewood, Queens, to the Financial District? [more inside]
posted by thecaddy at 5:15 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by thecaddy at 5:15 PM PST - 15 comments
What are hubcaps for?
Girl, Running
I want to be a runner. But everytime I get started on a program that builds in distance and endurance (like Couch to 5K) I end up quitting because of the intense shin splints. [more inside]
Help me invent a Sharks curse.
A question in which you (a hockey fan) will save my relationship from the annual throes of playoff tension. [more inside]
posted by quadog at 3:35 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by quadog at 3:35 PM PST - 27 comments
I'd like some potatoes, hold the carbs.
What are good vegetable substitutes for otherwise carb-laden fare? For example: mashed cauliflower to replace mashed potatoes and spaghetti squash to (kind of) replace spaghetti.
posted by sickinthehead at 3:16 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by sickinthehead at 3:16 PM PST - 22 comments
Help me play MTG my way after all these years!
Magic the Gathering against the computer and online multiplayer: what are my best options for software? [more inside]
I don't want my wedding to get rom-com'd
Getting married in two months. Fiancée's male best friend is officiating. I suspect he still has feelings for her. Tell me I'm crazy (or not) for irrationally worrying that he'll pull a "grand romantic gesture". [more inside]
Did Socrates really admit to being a jerk?
According to Nietzsche in Twilight of the Idols, a "foreigner told Socrates to his face that he ... harbored in himself all the worst vices and appetites. And Socrates merely answered: 'You know me, sir!'" I'd love to know where to read about this encounter if it indeed happened.
posted by ReWayne at 2:47 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by ReWayne at 2:47 PM PST - 5 comments
Lemme talk to you, I need some conversation.
Is there a web based app I can use to IM with members of my department without having to install anything on our computers? [more inside]
Lose fat; not muscle?
How can I lose fat, without losing a significant amount of muscle mass? [more inside]
Bringing back a Mac ssh that’s been deleted?
The /usr/bin/ssh program on my work Mac got deleted. Without the install disc, how do I download and install a replacement so I can do shell stuff again?
posted by thelastenglishmajor at 2:18 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by thelastenglishmajor at 2:18 PM PST - 11 comments
Help me piece together a complete Cometbus discography.
What is the comprehensive Aaron Cometbus discography? Please help me fill in the blanks beyond Crimpshrine, Pinhead Gunpowder, Cleveland Bound Death Sentence, Astrid Oto, and Thorns of Life. [more inside]
posted by kensington314 at 2:15 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by kensington314 at 2:15 PM PST - 4 comments
Best recruiters for teaching English abroad?
What are the best recruiters for teaching English in South Korea? [more inside]
Help me plan the perfect hookah christening!
What are some awesome food/drink combos to go with some new shisha flavors? [more inside]
posted by citywolf at 2:02 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by citywolf at 2:02 PM PST - 6 comments
What should I do in Barbados?
You say potato, I say f*ck the bosses
What are the main differences between the various American socialist parties? [more inside]
Catch a Certain Climate Change Comic?
I'm looking for a climate change-related editorial/political cartoon from a few month ago, perhaps around Copenhagen. I believe it featured: a split-screen slide at a presentation, one side "Global Warming Is a Hoax," the other side listed several other pro regulation/efficiency/renewable arguments (reduced foreign oil dependence, green jobs, etc., etc., etc.) Does that sound familiar? I thought it was Toles, but I've thoroughly searched WaPo's and Slate's archives.
Kid-friendly Toronto
What's good stuff for a 1-year-old, with his dad, to do in the mornings, in Toronto, within walking distance of the Marriott
Eaton Centre, this week? [more inside]
posted by These Premises Are Alarmed at 1:44 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by These Premises Are Alarmed at 1:44 PM PST - 12 comments
Cell Service in Albuquerque- AT&T or other?
My girlfriend is moving to Albuquerque this summer for at least a year. She's had her heart set on an iPhone for years, but is wondering how AT&T coverage is in the city. As this will be her only phone, it's important that her phone work well for talking (not just data).
How's AT&T's service in Albuquerque?
What provider has the best Albuquerque coverage? Her contract w/ Verizon will be up soon so she can move to any provider.
School's in for summer
Need advice re: distance/online courses in Canada. [more inside]
One-Trick Pony needs her trick back
There's a hair product my friends and I love that's been discontinued. Do you know of any companies or chemists that can duplicate it using the ingredients list on the back of the container for a reasonable price? Is there a minimum volume? Can I sell the extra on Ebay? Is this possible or just a pipe dream?
posted by TorontoSandy at 1:33 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by TorontoSandy at 1:33 PM PST - 11 comments
Total, Relaxed organization and Getting Things Done
Any MeFI people using Priacta's Total, Relaxed Organization as a GDT improvement/expansion/reboot? [more inside]
Software marketed for interacting with other software?
Need examples of software marketed for its interaction with other software, with the naming convention of "NAME for NAME." Not looking for OS-level stuff, though, like "NAME for Windows." [more inside]
Silence is the relative or total lack of audible sound.
Quiet bars in Cambridge, MA on Friday and Saturday evenings? [more inside]
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 1:25 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 1:25 PM PST - 13 comments
Can I self-administer cat allergy drops - and where can I get them, if so?
I'm allergic to cats. I've been to an allergist and gotten the expensive, full-panel series of sensitivity tests to objects ranging from grass to (it seems like, after so much effort) spaghetti and meatballs. Only cats trigger my symptoms.
I know that extended allergy shots are a possible solution, but there's no way I can afford them. I've read about sublingual (under-the-tongue) treatment with allergy drops (with extract of cat dander.) I can't find a local doctor (Los Angeles, amazingly) who offers this. But it seems pretty straightforward - get the drops and do it myself. Bad idea? Where can I get the drops?
Thanks.
Water. Plain. Cold.
Find me a conference.
Help me find a conference in multimedia, web design, social networking, and/or internet marketing. [more inside]
WTF, Ears?
Sometimes one of my ears feels hotter than the other - both to myself and to someone else that touches it. Why? [more inside]
Gender-bending Song Covers
I need examples of gender-specific songs covered by singers of the opposite gender. For instance, Jack White's cover of Dolly Parton's "Jolene". [more inside]
I will distill you into your bookshelf.
What books can you use to judge a person's fiction preferences? [more inside]
Should I stay of should I go?
Please help me decide whether I should move back to my home country [more inside]
How do I buy a European train ticket from the US for someone in France?
How can I buy a train ticket from Paris to the Netherlands for a student studying abroad while I'm in the U.S. and she's already in France? [more inside]
posted by luazinha at 12:29 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by luazinha at 12:29 PM PST - 14 comments
How do I go about finding a local freight pickup/delivery service in the Boston area?
How do I go about finding a local freight pickup/delivery service in the Boston area? [more inside]
What should I know about
I'm not sure if my current video editing workflow will scale very well. What do I need to know going into a 5 camera video shoot? [more inside]
posted by niles at 12:05 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by niles at 12:05 PM PST - 7 comments
What happens if Hekla erupts?
The volcanic activity of this past week has revealed a significant weakness in our existing infrastructure.
But what happens if Eyjafjallajokull's big sister Hekla erupts as it did in 1912? I am less interested in the most obvious impacts, but rather am fascinated by the unseen shifts that would have to occur in the background. [more inside]
Ad Astra
I'm looking for recommendations to buy a pair of astronomical observation binoculars. Advice on what to get and where to buy it (in Europe) would be appreciated. [more inside]
Insuring my health care future
Should I drop my secondary health insurance? [more inside]
Help locating bank accounts
I need recommendations for or against bank account location services. [more inside]
Montreal Osheaga festival 2010
Has anyone here ever volunteered for the Montreal Osheaga festival? I'm considering volunteering or just going this summer - any advice/stories are welcome.
posted by Anali at 11:43 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by Anali at 11:43 AM PST - 1 comment
Getting a car loan to improve credit score
Does it make sense to my (and his) credit score for me to be put on my fiancé's car loan? [more inside]
My network is in dire need of a cableteer!
I think I'm in need of a network cableteer. The only problem is Yelp doesn't list cableteers. [more inside]
How to store/retrieve iTunes ratings in the cloud?
I sometimes rate songs on my iPhone or computer. I would like these ratings to persist in the cloud (e.g. independent of any particular computer). I want the ratings to get automatically uploaded to some storage site periodically and synced to my iTunes library (and from there or directly, my iPhone) periodically. Is there a way to do this? [more inside]
Linking to my profile in facebook updates
Facebook (I don't know what this is called): Why doesn't my name pop up in a list for my friends when they use the @ symbol in their status updates? [more inside]
Yellow-bellied TV Credits
Why do so many old TV shows seem to have used the same yellowish-orange color in their credits? [more inside]
Ali left Emmi over this sort of thing
Rigged-substitute cookware help: tips on going without a couscous cooker and still getting awesome steamed results [more inside]
posted by ifjuly at 10:33 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by ifjuly at 10:33 AM PST - 10 comments
Have you used Behance's Action Method to improve productivity?
Keep my iPod working through my abuse!
Are there any preventative measures I can take to ensure the headphone jack on my brand new iPod classic doesn't share the same fate as the jack on my old iPod? [more inside]
posted by kthxbi at 10:13 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by kthxbi at 10:13 AM PST - 8 comments
Making Raw Vegetables Better
I've been trying to eat more raw vegetables, but I don't want to get tired of them. How can I spruce them up a bit and add some variety? [more inside]
Scooby Doo mystery...written language sleuths needed.
Please help me identify the origin/purpose of this mystery scroll. Or just the language its written in. [more inside]
posted by jeanmari at 9:44 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by jeanmari at 9:44 AM PST - 17 comments
That's a real hot phone man...
Apple lost a prototype 4th Generation iPhone. Someone found it and sold it to Gizmodo, who then took it apart and posted pictures and video online. What laws if any are Gizmodo beaking? [more inside]
posted by 2bucksplus at 9:41 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by 2bucksplus at 9:41 AM PST - 22 comments
Which one looks better?
Camera nerds: Which HD pic looks better? [more inside]
Why does Firefox load pages without the CSS?
Why does Firefox load pages without the CSS? If I refresh, it will usually load normally, but sometimes not. This happens across a wide range of sites. Screenshot 1, screenshot 2. FF 3.6.3 on Windows XP.
Messenger Bag?
What brand of messenger bag should I buy? [more inside]
posted by astapasta24 at 9:30 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by astapasta24 at 9:30 AM PST - 19 comments
Help me find a career?
Can you help me decide what I want to be when I grow up? (Long, sorry.) [more inside]
Don't steal this book.
One of my employees has been accused of theft. Please help me investigate. [more inside]
When is a popup not a popup?
Detecting a blocked popup in Google Chrome? [more inside]
This one time, at band camp...
Where can I go with a friend (in Houston) to play classical music? [more inside]
Editing HTML and copy workflows!
How can I copy and paste text, and include links, without making a mess? [more inside]
What to do at a Hapa Party?
What should we do at our 'Hapa party?' [more inside]
Looking for recommendations for an after-work 'team bonding' place in Midtown Manhattan.
So I've got about 6-8 coworkers coming into town in two weeks for a group 'fun event' that I'm in charge of planning. [more inside]
posted by frankdrebin at 9:05 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by frankdrebin at 9:05 AM PST - 4 comments
Online home-gym community?
Is there an online community resource for bodyweight / minimal home-gym excercise and target-setting / tracking? [more inside]
What e-mail provider should I use while in China?
What e-mail provider should I use while in China, if my school e-mail (run through google) and gmail address won't be available? [more inside]
miss annabel lee
some recommendations for music from the roaring twenties... [more inside]
posted by sgt.serenity at 8:57 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by sgt.serenity at 8:57 AM PST - 13 comments
Integrate a blog into a website?
Please point me in the direction of a good online tutorial for integrating a blog and a forum into an existing website. [more inside]
Contractual protection for renters in a house that might be sold?
We're interested in renting a small house in CA as our primary residence. We're suspicious that the owners/agents are just trying to wait out the market before selling. Is there any meaningful protection that guarantees a minimum stay in the property that can be put into a rental contract/lease, irrespective of whether the owners receive an offer on the house?
posted by lalochezia at 8:46 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by lalochezia at 8:46 AM PST - 8 comments
Where should I shop for a man's wristwatch in Toronto?
Where should I shop for a man's wristwatch in Toronto? [more inside]
I'm a fool
Hey, I got a really stupid problem. I really really want to play in a band, but I never have and don't know if I'd make a fool of myself. [more inside]
My new job requires me to be EXTREMELY organized. I am the opposite. Has anyone overcome serious organizational obstacles?
My new job requires me to be EXTREMELY organized. I am the opposite. Has anyone overcome serious organizational obstacles? [more inside]
Attack of the stubble monster
Why is my leg hair growing in so quickly now, and how can I stop or curb it? [more inside]
pricing drinks
I am helping my friends open a bar and we are trying to figure out the math behind what to charge for drinks. Is there some sort of formula we should be aware of? [more inside]
Gears, motors, spheres? Name that toy!
What toy am I describing? It's got modular components with enclosed, moving parts. (Maybe you'd call it a game or a kit.) [more inside]
posted by sentient at 8:12 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by sentient at 8:12 AM PST - 4 comments
The Pleasure of Writing
I enjoy writing as a hobby, have had some success freelancing, but the immediacy of the internet may be preventing me from moving forward -- how to deal with waiting for somebody to accept a query letter, versus writing for my blog to get the satisfaction of instant publication? [more inside]
posted by AzraelBrown at 8:11 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by AzraelBrown at 8:11 AM PST - 6 comments
12 years experience putting off writing my resume
Can anyone recommend a resume writing service that will do a good job on an IT resume? [more inside]
posted by Maisie at 8:05 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Maisie at 8:05 AM PST - 4 comments
Camera setup suggestions...?
I'm planing on replacing one Canon DSLR with another. And I want your thoughts... [more inside]
Buying a car through Costco or USAA?
If you have experience with either Costco's Auto Program or USAA's Car Buying Service, how'd it go? Would you use it again?
posted by The corpse in the library at 7:51 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by The corpse in the library at 7:51 AM PST - 8 comments
Help me find nice restaurant(s)
Nice restaurants, Waltham, Mass, area for college graduation visit [more inside]
posted by Postroad at 7:44 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Postroad at 7:44 AM PST - 8 comments
Pulse + distance watch
Where can I find an old, old record?
Looking for a very old record that might or might not exist. Sources? [more inside]
You used to put water on my bedside table every night...
My husband used to be so nice and considerate with me, why is he suddenly so mean? [more inside]
posted by jennyhead at 7:33 AM PST - 42 comments
posted by jennyhead at 7:33 AM PST - 42 comments
Help me with my new audio setup.
Right now we play music using the iMac in our living room. But in our new apartment the computer is going to be in the office. How can I get the tunes out of there and into the adjacent living room? [more inside]
Suggestions on a great container gardening book?
[Coworker Gift Filter] Hivemind! I need suggestions on a great container gardening book to give a coworker as a birthday gift. [more inside]
posted by PlutoniumX at 7:19 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by PlutoniumX at 7:19 AM PST - 7 comments
The Tea Party and current abuses
To what extent is the Tea Party opposing current government overreach as distinct from potential problems? [more inside]
Treme-style music?
Loving (HBO's new show) Treme's music. Where can I sample the best of the best? [more inside]
posted by n'muakolo at 7:11 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by n'muakolo at 7:11 AM PST - 10 comments
come on, grams...gimme back my dsi!
If you were having your 10th birthday, would you rather get a Nintendo DSi or DSi XL? [more inside]
posted by cooker girl at 7:05 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by cooker girl at 7:05 AM PST - 14 comments
To Sell, or Not
How should I go about determining whether putting my place on the market is worthwhile? [more inside]
When do needs become "special"?
Can a line be drawn between learning disabilities and "plain old low intelligence?" [more inside]
posted by reverend cuttle at 6:27 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by reverend cuttle at 6:27 AM PST - 6 comments
How common is it for men to not masturbate?
How common is it for men to have the urge to not masturbate? [more inside]
Two teenagers and a toddler - recipe for chaos?
How difficult is it to raise two teenagers and a toddler at the same time? [more inside]
Dealing with a morbidly obese, bi-polar diabetic with chronic depression and suicidal thoughts?
Dealing with a morbidly obese, bi-polar diabetic with chronic depression and suicidal thoughts? [more inside]
Corporate Dysfunction
Is your company as dysfunctional as mine? From the outside looking in, everything seems great. From a customers point of view our product is quite polished. But....if you sit where I am, everything is a mess. Procedures that make no sense. Technology infrastructure that looks like spaghetti. Horrible data. Broken lines of communication. Inability to book a simple meeting room. People bitching about leaving stuff in the refrigerator. Meetings that go nowhere. I have seen this at other companies. Is this par for the course or do I need to get a new job? If this isn't the case in your company, what things ( process / procedure / software / behaviours/ etc. ) have made the biggest positive impact? If your company is as messy as mine, what things make you say WTF? Learn me about what happens in your corporate black box.....for better or worse.
Music Filter: I'm looking for great dance music!
Music Filter: I'm looking for great dance music (Chromeoesque)! but I'm not sure it exists. Details inside... [more inside]
I said vacuum.
I suck the air out of bags of bread before I twist-tie them back up. Weird or practical? Or a bit of both? [more inside]
posted by disillusioned at 1:10 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by disillusioned at 1:10 AM PST - 33 comments
Songs like Manitoba / Caribou's "Crayon"
More playful and childish songs like Manitoba / Caribou's Crayon? Glockenspiel / bells / vibraphones or similar instruments preferred. Bonus points for non-4/4 time.
Tree-huggers beware.
What kind of tree is this spiky/thorny fella in my front yard? (Santa Monica, CA)
posted by mykescipark at 12:33 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by mykescipark at 12:33 AM PST - 5 comments
onmouseover="nightmare"
April 18
Moving to LA
Yet another moving-to-LA thread! Personalised, though. [more inside]
Are violent video games bad?
Is playing violent video games going to adversely affect my mental health? (looking mostly for links to good scientific studies) [more inside]
Looking for silicon valley garden or hardware stores that sell flower pot holders
Looking for Flower Pot Holder in the silicon valley area. I recently moved in the valley and strangely enough I am having hard time finding a hardware or garden store that sells those individual flower pot holders i can hang from our balcony railings. I never had any problem finding them in north east. Here is an example of what I am looking for
Would really appreciate some pointers.
Where is the freshest s'more?
I want to eat the freshest s'more in the country. Where should I travel to get the ingredients right out of the factory? [more inside]
Is a vet any better than SPCA when it comes to spaying?
Is there a drastic difference between getting a female cat spayed at a vet versus SPCA? [more inside]
posted by Nameless at 8:20 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Nameless at 8:20 PM PST - 15 comments
How to get my stolen guitar back.
Some guy is selling a guitar that belongs to me on his website, in Dallas. I am in Los Angeles. The guitar has been missing since 2005, when a con-man borrowed it from me who subsequently sold it to pay off the mafia or something. I didn't realize I had been duped for a long time. I was stupid and shouldn't have trusted him. He was impossible to get a hold of and strung me along for months and disappeared but I didn't file a police report because I didn't think they'd be able to find the guitar. Now I just want the guitar back, and I know I have the legal right to it. So what do I do? file a civil suit? call the police in Dallas? [more inside]
jquery ui tab styling
Blink. Blink blink. Modem noise. Whoosh.
Humor shows with a strong, repetitive, almost trance-like audio mnemonic, slowish pace, and surrealist humor? [more inside]
posted by eschatfische at 7:53 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by eschatfische at 7:53 PM PST - 22 comments
I've got gadgets and gizmos aplenty, where should I store them?
What to do with all these bolts, screws, sanders, screwdrivers, hammers, wrenches, pliers, hinges, socket wrenches, bells, whistles, twine, and spare change? I need to organize a tool shed and I want the result to be easy to use and orderly. Looking for tips and photos. [more inside]
Can you buy a house off the internet?
Tell me what you know about buying house plans. Good sources, pitfalls. I am especially interested in modern designs. [more inside]
Anxiety? or my gut instinct?
Trust my instincts? or just relationship anxiety? [more inside]
how do you ship alcohol legally?
What would be the best way to send a friend a $1000 bottle of 80 proof alcohol from Minnesota to California? Needless to say I want to break no laws and need it to reach its destination. (sender and recipient are both over 21 years old)
Again: It is a priority that NO laws are broken.
thanks!
Help with lever formulas.
Mefi engineers please help me. So my theatre company might be doing a show that requires a set to tilt back and forth. I need help figuring out the math for fulcrums and lever distances. [more inside]
You dig 16 tons and what do you get?
Should I quit? (in the near future) [more inside]
Helping Our Kitten Get Ready for the Great Outdoors
Our kitten is slowly becoming a cat and we'd like to start prepping him for the transition from being an indoors cat to being an outdoors cat. What's the best way to do this and how will we know when he's ready? [more inside]
posted by Effigy2000 at 6:25 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by Effigy2000 at 6:25 PM PST - 37 comments
Why should I get a new Macbook Pro?
Why should I get a new Macbook Pro? [more inside]
No-frills OS X Widget for sending e-mails?
Can you recommend an OS X Dashboard Widget for the quick-and-dirty sending of e-mail messages? [more inside]
Trying to find Excel VBA code for "round dot" gridline.
Excel VBA question: help me insert a "round dot" gridline in my chart. [more inside]
posted by mullacc at 6:14 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by mullacc at 6:14 PM PST - 8 comments
Help me find Ancient Britain on film
Ancient Britain on film (hill forts, Celts)? Or even earlier (Beaker people, Stonehenge)? [more inside]
posted by lhall at 6:07 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by lhall at 6:07 PM PST - 7 comments
Should I fire the guy everyone outside the office loves.
What if your superstar is not a star at all? [more inside]
Big Sis is watching you.
What should I be doing to protect myself from my crazy sister? [more inside]
posted by stubborn at 5:37 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by stubborn at 5:37 PM PST - 4 comments
Submission Grappling in Phoenix Recommendations...
Looking for drop-in submission grappling club in Phoenix, AZ. [more inside]
I am the one who ended our relationship, so why can't I move on?
Why am I so emotionally attached to someone that I ended a relationship with? Six months ago I broke up with my daughter's father for the third time. The first two break ups happened before my daughter was born so my feelings are not simply for the obvious reason of us sharing a child together. He is such a wonderful person; I look up to him, he is smart, caring, and we have a similiar outlook on life; morals, values. However, whenever we are together, I lose all physical attraction for him and everything he does drives me insane. He has never put an effort into our relationship. We don't share the same sense of humor and I have never felt like he was my partner in crime, something I always hoped my life partner would feel like. [more inside]
posted by aprilc34 at 5:26 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by aprilc34 at 5:26 PM PST - 11 comments
Get off my lawn. Forever.
My neighbor's kid caused property damage and neighbor refuses to do anything about it. [more inside]
Just switch to the next tab, don't close all 25!!
Is there a way to disable Firefox keyboard shortcuts? Ctrl+Q specifically... [more inside]
posted by Dysk at 4:56 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Dysk at 4:56 PM PST - 10 comments
Slim Chance that this poster is a Big Fat Fake
Was the Ritter and Co "Fat-ten-U" product from the 1890s real or is this "Get Plump" poster a scam? [more inside]
posted by citystalk at 4:55 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by citystalk at 4:55 PM PST - 7 comments
How do you stay motivated and on task?
Tips and tricks for staying motivated and on track for a big task? [more inside]
1, 2, 3, 4 - I can't find the house numbers I'm looking for!
White porcelain tile house numbers - is there a source that isn't Rejuvenation? [more inside]
Does anyone have experience with laser removal?
Does anyone have experience with laser removal? [more inside]
I've discovered my boyfriend looks at girls on webcams.. How do I deal with it?
I'm not usually paranoid but recently I have been - not because I've thought my boyfriend has been cheating, maybe it's been low self-esteem, but whatever, I've checked his phone messages a couple of times and it's all innocent. Today I looked on his laptop and I got my fingers burned. [more inside]
Where should I live on the North Shore of Boston?
Please help me figure out where to live on the North Shore of Boston. [more inside]
Eating guacomole and staying healthy
A few questions about guacamole and health. [more inside]
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 3:55 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 3:55 PM PST - 24 comments
My life feels repetitive
How can i bring excitement back into my life after a tragedy? [more inside]
Help me identify this condition?
Dissociation? Borderline? Detachment? Sociopathy? Anhedonia? Depersonalization Disorder? What would you call this? Also, related therapy question. [more inside]
posted by Ndwright at 3:23 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Ndwright at 3:23 PM PST - 7 comments
Quitting my job to chase dreams: sanity or madness?
DreamFilter: Quitting my job to travel, write and then become self-employed. Madness or do-able? [more inside]
posted by StephenF at 3:06 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by StephenF at 3:06 PM PST - 17 comments
Helping people with 'a problematic relationship with food''
My best friend and his girlfriend both seem to have a rather unhealthy relationship with food. This isn't currently at a critical level for either of them, but I think in the past it has been, and I'm worried that it could get like that again. I'm particularly concerned that they rely on each other quite heavily for emotional support and that in this area they may not be best placed to help each other. Am I right to gently suggest to each of them that they seek proper help for this? What resources could I refer them to, or how could I suggest they might best go about getting the support they need? We're in the UK. [more inside]
Please recommend some books about incompetent military leaders.
Please recommend some books that deal with incompetent military commanders and, ideally, the competent ones who replaced them. [more inside]
posted by circular at 2:53 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by circular at 2:53 PM PST - 19 comments
Nice cars just aren't in the cards
What stuff can I add to a crappy car to make driving more enjoyable? [more inside]
posted by Willie0248 at 2:51 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Willie0248 at 2:51 PM PST - 21 comments
Can this iPod Nano be saved?
If it ain't broke - don't fix it was my motto when it came to my banged up, well used/loved 2nd Gen. Nano (4gb) - it served its purpose perfectly. But, now it IS broken... sort of. [more inside]
posted by caveat empress at 2:42 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by caveat empress at 2:42 PM PST - 5 comments
What's the difference between a law and an apartment rule?
My roommate sees no difference between Laws and Apartment Rules. I am flabbergasted and confused. Help set him (and myself) right! [more inside]
help me stop the sweating, please
summer is coming around and I'm ready to give up on hoping deodorants will finally work for me. please tell me about the various surgical treatments. I heard of botox, I heard of suction, I even heard something about lasers, but I have not heard from anyone who has done anything more drastic. any recommendations? [more inside]
Where to eat tonight in Asheville?
Where to eat tonight in Asheville? Not GP Inn, not too exotic.
I just need to know which way is up
When I pulled out one of the component cables from my TV today, this thing came with it. I can see by the jack left in the TV that probably all I need to do is gently push it back in, but given that the 2 flanges on the thing are different, and I think it's an electrical contact, I'm pretty sure there's one right way for it to go, and one wrong. I'm hoping for some guidance on which is which. [more inside]
Is negotiation the best option?
Would I be greedy if I tried to make a salary counteroffer without any real reason? [more inside]
Where did the blood come from?
My boyfriend, who is a healthy 33 year old with no STD's had blood during and after his ejaculation last night. [more inside]
Hey, that's not what you told me last time!
(you are not my lawyer filter) My lawyer has 35+ yrs of experience in family law and is also a guardian ad litem. I am involved in a family case regarding legal custody in a state whose preference is for joint legal custody (not joint physical). He told me in the past that I had a good case for sole legal custody. Now that I am a defendant in a motion for joint legal, and the circumstances of the case have not changed, he is telling me something different, or avoiding most of my questions. How do I approach this? [more inside]
Landscaping help in Stumptown?
Can someone help me choose a landscape design/consultation service in Portland, Oregon? I have option paralysis! I'm looking for plant selection, placement and care advice. Do you have any good, bad, or indifferent experiences to share? If it matters, I live in North Portland. I know about Joy Creek Nursery. Any others?
yes, you do actually know!
Why do people claim not to know, when they can actually produce pretty good answers (or at least estimates), and how do I get them to do that on the first try? [more inside]
What is this flier message?
What is this? What's the figure saying? (NSFW-ish image)
posted by maykasahara at 12:16 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by maykasahara at 12:16 PM PST - 7 comments
Which netbook should I get?
I'm looking for a thin, lightweight netbook. Please help me pick one! [more inside]
Buffalo is the new Baltimore is the new Philadelphia is the new Brooklyn is the new Manhattan. Or something.
You know those cities which seem to balance for years in a precarious state somewhere between gentrification and
collapse? Is there any way to predict which way they will go? [more inside]
In what medical circumstances might someone with a terminal cancer diagnosis not appear obviously sick?
In what medical circumstances might someone with a terminal cancer diagnosis not appear obviously sick? [more inside]
posted by Joe Beese at 11:35 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by Joe Beese at 11:35 AM PST - 21 comments
A reoccuring pain in the....
Pneumonia is bad enough, how can I best deal with the series of many shots in the ahem...rear? (YANMD) [more inside]
I'm usually a lot more careful
This evening I took my bike chain off to give it a full scrubbing. Unfortunately, the rivet fell out the other side of the link and I can't seem to wedge it back in. [more inside]
posted by cmonkey at 10:23 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by cmonkey at 10:23 AM PST - 16 comments
What are some good cheap alternatives to the Mach 3 razor
I've used the Mach 3 razor on my face for the longest time and I have been very happy with its performance. But Gillette's recent price increases are just not something I can absorb in my current economic situation. What are some good cheap alternatives that would be available in NYC-area stores? [more inside]
posted by jason's_planet at 10:01 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by jason's_planet at 10:01 AM PST - 31 comments
When did rock become the mainstream music in television?
When did rock (or at least faux rock with rock instrumentation) become the mainstream music in television themes and commercials? [more inside]
posted by pracowity at 10:00 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by pracowity at 10:00 AM PST - 10 comments
Can anyone recommend a reputable auto inspection service?
Seriously considering purchasing a car online from another state. What is a reputable inspection service that I can hire to ensure I won't be ripped off? [more inside]
posted by crunchtopmuffin at 9:58 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by crunchtopmuffin at 9:58 AM PST - 6 comments
How do I make karmic Ubuntu and WinMo 6.1 play nice?
Why won't Ubuntu 9.10 recognize any recent pictures or new folders on my Windows Mobile 6.1 smartphone when I plug it in? [more inside]
Fallen Arches in the Golden Years
Fallen Arches - BEST shoes for older women, even if they're the ugliest thing in the world? [more inside]
Why is my eyebrow turning white?
My left eyebrow has gone from brown to nearly half white in just under 5 months. Why? [more inside]
How do I help my friend in a terrible breakup?
So, there was a hidden love-triangle in my academic department. It all came to light last Monday, and things have been pretty awful since then, due in part to the stupidity of one participant and the deception of another. What on earth do I do? [more inside]
How do you deal with unbearable people?
I am required to interact with an individual who is rude, unpleasant, and socially retarded. I can't take it anymore and don't know what to do. [more inside]
What types of items should I keep in mind while searching/negotiating rent in Baltimore?
What types of items should I keep in mind while searching/negotiating rent in Baltimore? [more inside]
I'm an adult, my parents are getting divorced. What do I do now?
Just received an email from my dad that my mom has found someone else and he's asked for a divorce. I need some advice on best practices for dealing with this. [more inside]
Driving time, PDX to PSU?
Hey Portland, OR: A driving-time question ... [more inside]
posted by Kat Allison at 7:48 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Kat Allison at 7:48 AM PST - 9 comments
Yet another help me find that book question..
[Bibliophile Filter] Someone has read this 1970's adult fiction: A young boy, possibly evil, is seen by a female therapist or psychiatrist. [more inside]
My knowledge extends as far as the iPod.
Replacing speakers: help me get better sound out of my vintage Empire turntable. [more inside]
posted by Windigo at 7:34 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Windigo at 7:34 AM PST - 17 comments
Best books on articles on financial crisis?
What are the best articles and books that thoughtfully look back and analyze the financial crisis so far and its causes?
The dark side of professional credentialing
The dark side of professional credentialing. Are there critical histories or theories of professional credentials? Perhaps history that criticizes the importance of law school, teaching certificates, library MLS degrees, or other certifications? [more inside]
Virtual real-time blackboard?
How do I make videos like the ones at http://www.khanacademy.org/ (i.e., real-time voice and free-hand virtual blackboard with colors?) Windows suggestions and Mac suggestions and hardware suggestions, please! (I understand he's doing all sorts of analytics and javascript stuff, but I'm just interested in the screencasting workflow basics.)
posted by zeek321 at 6:48 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by zeek321 at 6:48 AM PST - 4 comments
Help me buy farmgrown food online
Just watched Food Inc. and have been inspired to be an ethical food consumer.
Sure, there is "Organic" food at my local grocery store. Yet it's difficult to be sure that the items brandishing an "organic" label are the real deal. [more inside]
posted by BettyBurnheart at 6:38 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by BettyBurnheart at 6:38 AM PST - 16 comments
How can I best format and print out public domain books from Google Books?
I can't get enough of Google's public domain books. Help me be my own book machine. [more inside]
Best camcorder to interface with Final Cut Express
Which camcorder should I buy if I edit with Final Cut Express and would prefer to avoid tediously converting video files from one type to another? [more inside]
posted by crapples at 4:54 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by crapples at 4:54 AM PST - 15 comments
How to compress a line graphic video
Any video compression mavens in the house?
Is there a specific codec which excels in compressing line graphics?
I'm trying to compress three videos for the web. The first two look fine, but the third looks absolutely awful. The ones that look fine are filmed, with actors; The one that looks terrible is entirely comprised of a line graphic and scrolling text. Upon compression, the bottom half of the screen looks blocky and jumbled... See here (uncompressed at right, compressed at left).
I used H.264 encoding and 700 kbps, as instructed... But I also experimented with higher bit rates and quality, to no avail. [more inside]
Kuala Lumpur to UK avoiding closed airspace?
Volcano filter: friend is heading towards the fourth night of sleeping on the floor of Kuala Lumpur airport, and is at the end of her tether. She's been away for a year and just wants to get home to the UK. The volcano shows no signs of stopping, and even when it does there will be a huge backlog of people and flights. So hivemind: practical ways of getting from Kuala Lumpur to the UK, avoiding closed airspace. [more inside]
posted by Coobeastie at 3:43 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by Coobeastie at 3:43 AM PST - 32 comments
What are my solo dining options in Tokyo?
Alone in Tokyo for the next four days - what are my dining options? This is definitely a volcano related query... [more inside]
posted by aherdofturtles at 3:14 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by aherdofturtles at 3:14 AM PST - 14 comments
Let the search commence.
Master bath a disaster zone, in need of a top-to-bottom gutting and expansion. As a preface to the designing process, my architect has tasked me with a project: finding a bathtub. How do I do this? [more inside]
Intense friendships of teen girls
I would like to learn more about the intense BFF relationships between teen girls. I'll take blogs, movies, TV shows, books, studies, anecdotes, anything. [more inside]
posted by mooza at 1:42 AM PST - 42 comments
posted by mooza at 1:42 AM PST - 42 comments
How can we come across as awesome potential tenants?
How can we make ourselves more attractive potential tenants? [more inside]
posted by lwb at 12:49 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by lwb at 12:49 AM PST - 9 comments
Seeking motorsports apparel distributors
Is there a US trade show or exposition that specializes in motorsports clothing and apparel, both those that drivers and the fans, wear? [more inside]
posted by Muirwylde at 12:37 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Muirwylde at 12:37 AM PST - 5 comments
April 17
Hacking USB input
Is there an easy way to hack a USB port to give meaningful input to a program when a brief electrical connection is made?
I'd like to create a device to start and stop a timer on a laptop. [more inside]
How to travel with a baby? (To France, without a car seat)
Baby travel filter: Going to France this summer with a nearly 2-year-old. Is anyone familiar with French baby equipment rental places along the lines of Baby's Away or Traveling Baby Company? We're going to need a car seat and possibly a baby backpack and a crib. [more inside]
Help me find my dream wrist watch!
I want the watch that Sam Rockwell wears in the movie "Moon."
Someone else was wondering too, but I didn't see any responses.
Any help??
posted by knmr76 at 9:32 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by knmr76 at 9:32 PM PST - 10 comments
Maybe I should ask Adina Howard?
How does one define "freaky?" [more inside]
Help us in our quest to help
How can I raise money online for a good cause? [more inside]
Tiled PDF viewer?
Is there a PDF reader that can display pages tiled across the screen, rather than only 2 across? I have a heavily-illustrated 1,000+ page document that I am browsing, and it would be much easier with a tiled view.
posted by tnygard at 8:53 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by tnygard at 8:53 PM PST - 4 comments
How long should I cook this brisket?
How-long-should-I-cook-it-filter: I've got a brisket in the oven right now. The plan was to cook it for five hours at 325F. Problem: First time I'm ever using this particular oven and it seems that for the first two hours the oven was only at ~200F.
Everything seems to be working normal now, oven is at 325...but I'm not sure how much total time I should cook for to ensure the brisket is cooked through yet tender. [more inside]
What type of bird is this?
Bird watchers: Anyone know what this feller is? My husband and I put up a new feeder in our South Florida yard. We're in the migratory path for lots of transient species; so, it's possible he's not native. We've done our research in Sibley, and thought "1st year painted bunting," but a Google Image search doesn't really support that match.
posted by MediaMer at 8:49 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by MediaMer at 8:49 PM PST - 8 comments
Living on my own for the first time. Advice?
Living on my own for the first time. Advice?
It sucks, but how EXACTLY?
Just saw 'Ragtime' the musical. Was really off-put by its preachy, black & white tone. I'm wondering if there's a word this type of entertainment. Where all the bad guys are perfectly bad, all the heroes completely virtuous, and everything absurdly predictable within a certain trite political worldview. I feel like 'melodrama' doesn't quite get to it, and neither does 'propaganda.' The film equivalent would be 'Crash' I guess (not Cronenberg's, of course).
posted by leotrotsky at 8:36 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by leotrotsky at 8:36 PM PST - 8 comments
one ring to rule them all...
Your opinions on metal choice for engagement+wedding rings, hopefully with the benefit of a decade of hindsight regarding how the appearance will age and what maintenance is required... [more inside]
posted by Ultimate Sockpuppet the Second at 8:35 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Ultimate Sockpuppet the Second at 8:35 PM PST - 21 comments
Recommend me a gentle contact lens.
Help! My contact lenses are killing my eyes. I'd like recommendations for a less irritating routine. [more inside]
Sex toys that don't look it
[sex toy filter] Does the hive know of any dildos (or vibrators) that look like anything BUT a sex toy? [more inside]
Are we the next Jim and Pam?
I've read all the previous threads about coworker relationships. It's a polarizing issue, and I've generally fallen on the side of opposition of them. Of course, the universe being as it is, I've found myself in a situation where I've fallen pretty badly for a coworker who reciprocates my feelings. We cannot decide if this is worth pursuing. Can you help us? [more inside]
Nexus One!
Nexus One: How difficult will this be & how much am I actually going to pay? [more inside]
posted by three bear minimum at 7:49 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by three bear minimum at 7:49 PM PST - 7 comments
Does ice-cream have a "good side?"
Is there a program for OS X 10.4 that will automatically create a chaptered playlist/m3u file for a large mp3?
Is there a program for OS X 10.4 that will automatically create a chaptered playlist/m3u file for a large mp3, or slice the mp3 into chunks? [more inside]
posted by Unhyper at 7:22 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Unhyper at 7:22 PM PST - 4 comments
Sick of Apartments
I am looking to rent a single family house in Richmond,VA. Other than craigslist are there any good websites for finding such a thing? Should I be going through a Realtor? Would I have to pay a fee or would the home owner be paying the Realtor to fill the place? [more inside]
Well, at least I didn't miss one...
I accidentally took two birth control pills in one day - what do I do now? [more inside]
posted by futureisunwritten at 6:59 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by futureisunwritten at 6:59 PM PST - 8 comments
Steal from the back and give to the abs??
Tips/ideas for abdominal muscle exercises that won't exacerbate back pain in someone prone to it? [more inside]
Please, Jackson, keep my mind off my troubles.
What should I do, see and eat in the evenings in Jackson MS during the week (on and off for the next few months). [more inside]
posted by Seamus at 5:56 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Seamus at 5:56 PM PST - 8 comments
My Home Button on My iPhone doesn't work!
IPHONE EMERGENCY: My Home button no longer works! [more inside]
Looking for Thai restaurant tofu.
What is the red/pink tofu in restaurant pad thai? [more inside]
posted by hilaritas at 4:34 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by hilaritas at 4:34 PM PST - 12 comments
Ideas for a school celebration of spring
I'm planning a spring assembly for my school, and I welcome all sources of spring nonsense, jollity and folklore. [more inside]
Gag me with a... green bean.
Why do vegetables make me gag, and how can I stop it? [more inside]
Can I have a little loop soldered onto my pewter medal?
What's the story on working with pewter? [more inside]
Feeling overwhelmed with career change options
Training? Tech writing? Career counseling? Occupational therapy? Help! [more inside]
What is a definitive source for the exact wording of famous quotations?
What is a definitive source for the exact wording of famous quotations? [more inside]
Finding closest address pairs from a list
I have a list of several hundred complete U.S. street addresses. For each record, I need to identify another record with the nearest address (in road distance), and its distance from the subject record’s address. Is there a free, easy way to accomplish this? [more inside]
posted by Snerd at 1:24 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Snerd at 1:24 PM PST - 15 comments
I love you to dear, but my high score is still there!
Best online game recommendations for females and males over the age of 35? There is a huge selection of games, but most aren't that good. What games do you recommend that both can compete and enjoy? Free and online is good, free and downloadable for travelling is awesome! [more inside]
Works of Alexander Pope.
Recommend a good anthology of Alexander Pope's works, or similar poetry? [more inside]
How can I get my mouse to work with Ubuntu boot disks?
Two different USB mice freeze when using 3 different Ubuntu versions on my Dell desktop. Should I give up, and if so, what sort of linux version should a new user like me try? [more inside]
posted by Jenesta at 12:46 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Jenesta at 12:46 PM PST - 6 comments
I need a different perspective on what I should do...
So I've been seeing this girl with a fiancé, and I'm looking for some advice here... [more inside]
posted by Cubanisimo at 12:44 PM PST - 47 comments
posted by Cubanisimo at 12:44 PM PST - 47 comments
hair is a fickle thing
I've got naturally curly/wavy very fine, long, color-treated hair, and I know neither what to wash it with nor what to style it with. [more inside]
Where to live near Temple University
Where's a good neighborhood for a Temple University grad student to live? My brother is planning to attend Temple starting this fall. He and his wife are looking for a friendly, safe, not-too-expensive neighborhood within about a half-hour SEPTA ride. [more inside]
Seeking advice/help about statistical tests of significance.
I have a wonderfully large dataset that I'm working with for a long-term project. I am analyzing a small section the dataset for my masters thesis. In meeting with my thesis advisor last week, she suggested I run some statistical tests of significance on the 4 tables I'm working with. She knows that I am yet to be versed in quantitative analysis methods (I've done solely qualitative work thus far) and that I'm under a massive time crunch to get this done. She suggested I seek help from others, as she doesn't want me to get bogged down with figuring out this step, and would rather I concentrate on analyzing the other aspects of this data. To this end, I'm wondering if somebody might be able to suggest the best type of test of significance to run, the easiest way to run it, and a good, simple resource for what the resultant values mean? [more inside]
posted by iamkimiam at 11:58 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by iamkimiam at 11:58 AM PST - 19 comments
Look great! Feel awful!
How Do I Gym? So, I got a few free months at a local gym and I'm making myself go three times a week but I'm having a few issues relating to concentration and mood. [more inside]
Canopy or awning?
Pop-up canopy/gazebo or crank- out awning (like Sunsetter)? [more inside]
posted by fixedgear at 11:36 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by fixedgear at 11:36 AM PST - 6 comments
I have a brain cloud.
I'm having issues with anxiety and dizziness. I have a brain cloud. [more inside]
Can I hide my friends list from my friends?
Is there a way to edit Facebook to make your friends list completely private? [more inside]
Mountain explodes. Blue skies!
These past few days, with the UK skies clear of air traffic, clouds have been few and far between. To what extent do aeroplane contrails affect cloud formation? [more inside]
posted by run"monty at 11:12 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by run"monty at 11:12 AM PST - 8 comments
Wildflowers for a limper
Can I see the Southern California wildflowers, with limited mobility? [more inside]
The Clay Beneath My Feet...
Why would new, store-bought soil turn to clay in just over a year? [more inside]
posted by destro at 10:24 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by destro at 10:24 AM PST - 15 comments
Foreign Service questions
Thoughts on joining the U.S. Foreign Service? [more inside]
posted by photo guy at 10:12 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by photo guy at 10:12 AM PST - 6 comments
Lisbon sights and activities?
So I find myself unexpectedly in Lisbon for at least a day, and very likely for longer (thanks volcano!). What should I not miss while here?
posted by goo at 10:06 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by goo at 10:06 AM PST - 6 comments
One Night in Baltimore
I will be in Baltimore next week for a work conference. I will have conference sponsored events every night except Wednesday. What is the must see for a free weeknight in Baltimore? I like off beat museums, artsy locales, anarchist info shops, crazy architecture, and used bookstores. I will be staying in a Downtown hotel.
O dear sub, hast thou woofed thy last?
Washington State vacation recommendations
My family (7 adults/ spouses in our 20s/30s/40s and 2 parents in 60s) is taking a week vacation in Washington State in mid-August. We're thinking of flying into Seattle and staying somewhere on the Olympic Peninsula. To help figure out where we'll stay, we'd like recommendations for/ against destinations for day hikes, scenic drives, historic locations, etc. We're not backpackers or hard-core hikers, but would like to do some hiking/ outdoor activities.
Travelling to Peru without any Spanish skill, OK?
How much Spanish do I need to visit the Manu Wildlife Center in Peru? [more inside]
posted by rr at 9:32 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by rr at 9:32 AM PST - 5 comments
No, I don't plan on packing ripped jeans and combat boots.
Specific examples, guidelines, do's and don'ts, etc. sought for "resort casual" wear. Details abound. [more inside]
THINK (not Think Different)
Quick sync for my ipod touch
How do I quickly sync all the application data on my iPod touch? Currently, I have to open every single app, wait for it to finish downloading content and then move onto the next app. As I find more and more cool apps, this is taking longer. Is there a way (possibly by hooking it up to my computer) to issue one command and have every application of mine download new data off the web for offline reading? [more inside]
looking to track a links origin
links i post via bit.ly allows me to see who linked to them first, i sometimes use delicious for the same purpose, any other (better) method of tracking a link history out there?
posted by yosh at 8:41 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by yosh at 8:41 AM PST - 2 comments
Hotchitzidee!
What does 'hotchitzidee' and 'three-pocket poocher' mean? [more inside]
Drumming up 37.5 hrs/wk
Hire Me: Help me compile a list of percussion companies in the GTA (Greater Toronto Area). [more inside]
Need a GU recipe
Anyone have any good energy/GU/ gel recipes? [more inside]
Ash? What ash?
Are the CAA and other European aviation bodies over-reacting to the current volcanic ash situation? [more inside]
posted by Biru at 7:46 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Biru at 7:46 AM PST - 17 comments
Confessions of a Canadian cà phê sữa addict
Where would I get Vietnamese drip coffee filters (cà phê phin) in Toronto?
posted by scruss at 7:00 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by scruss at 7:00 AM PST - 5 comments
Officewear for first 6 months of pregnancy
Maternity fashion question plus new job conundrum. What kind of officewear can I buy that will make it through the first half of my pregnancy? [more inside]
How do I stop being so doubtful and fearful about relationships?
Relationships cause me anxiety, from ones I hear about in songs to ones I see on tv to my own. How do I overcome this? [more inside]
Big bad marriage trouble. How can I get us out of trouble and not get fooled again?
I missed the clue train. [more inside]
Fund raising activities for an event
Can you come up with some activities for a charity fund raising event? [more inside]
posted by tellurian at 4:20 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by tellurian at 4:20 AM PST - 6 comments
Thinking through the Goldman Sachs charges
If I am a stockbroker whose clients have invested in Coca-Cola (for whatever reason), am I now guilty of a conflict of interest if I recommend to one or more clients (for whatever reason) to short it? if I sell Coke short in my own account? Don't the personal views and personal goals of the clients enter into this equation?
Guide me through the Grateful Dead canon...
Guide me through the Grateful Dead canon... [more inside]
Who has audio files of Chaucer?
Where can I find readings of Chaucer in the original? All I can find are ridiculous modern English translations. I have the text, but I think I need to hear it.
I've tried the VMI and Harvard pages. Both are excellent, but I need more help to get the language down! Neither my phone nor work computer is able to load or record the audio files VMI has.
posted by kanewai at 2:20 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by kanewai at 2:20 AM PST - 9 comments
Spanish music filter: recommend me music (especially salsa/reggaeton/cumbia)
Recommend me groups, cd's, songs, whatever of popular spanish music acts, especially anything or anyone you'd expect to hear in a club. Maybe you can give an inkling as to the relative quality (that is to say, if someone were you post this thread about english music, you might say "lady gaga is better than keisha, but you're gonna hear both in a club)
Assume I've heard of no one (except Shakira, Julieta Venegas, Calle 13, Daddy Yankee)
The grass IS green, even here in Beijing...
The grass isn't greener on the other side. How can I be happy with what I have? [more inside]
posted by so much modern time at 1:27 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by so much modern time at 1:27 AM PST - 15 comments
oh, to be able to eat...
Living without a fridge. As a vegetarian. In Paris. Also, how to find fermentation starters... [more inside]
posted by kaibutsu at 1:18 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by kaibutsu at 1:18 AM PST - 23 comments
April 16
I'm looking for vegan-friendly cooking recipes that includes marijuana.
I'm looking for vegan-friendly cooking recipes that includes marijuana. [more inside]
How to combine TV signals?
How can I input both the cable TV signal and the broadcast TV signal to my digital TV? [more inside]
Is there a way to scientifically self-study the effects a herb has?
Is there a way to scientifically self-study the effects Rhodiola Rosea has on me? [more inside]
Photo match software?
PhotoRecognitionFilter: I'm looking for inexpensive (or ideally open source) image matching software that is relatively easy to build a website around (with some decent coding knowledge). [more inside]
Where to vacation with a 20-month old in Italy or elsewhere?
Where to vacation with a 20-month old in Italy or elsewhere? [more inside]
posted by bigd at 7:32 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by bigd at 7:32 PM PST - 8 comments
I have a crush on every boy!
I just want to be friends with guys, but I keep getting crushes on them! How can I stop it? [more inside]
Swimming in a sea of bland jpeg files
Please help me regain access to the data on my external hard drive after laptop crash caused files to "disappear". [more inside]
Archery Target Ideas
Please suggest inexpensive, homemade targets for use in a rural area where misses will not endanger anyone. Target should not damage arrows, but should stop their flight.
posted by Hobgoblin at 6:37 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by Hobgoblin at 6:37 PM PST - 23 comments
Make me barf!
Tell me how to make myself vomit when I need to. Not using fingers, spoon, or anything swallowed. [more inside]
posted by exphysicist345 at 6:33 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by exphysicist345 at 6:33 PM PST - 37 comments
I dropped my AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens and it no longer works correctly. Is there anything I can do with it?
I dropped my AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens and it no longer works correctly. Is there anything I can do with it? [more inside]
Help Get Us Out of Restaurant Rut in Boston!
Just trying to get out of a dining out rut.
Any great casual none-too-pricey restaurants in the Boston area (preferably around Waltham/Lexington for me and my kids?
Me and the kids are fans of Chinese, Italian, American, pretty much anything but Indian.
If you know the area, we love Capitol Grille, Redbones, Santarpio's, Wagamama, Upper Crust Pizza, Legal's, Summer Shack, Watch City Brewery.
Where to find stylish dress shirts and pants in NYC for men?
Where to find stylish dress shirts and pants in NYC for men? [more inside]
Travel chest needs to cross the ocean at the smallest possible expense!
Moving from Canada to England, need to ship one large trunk as cheaply as possible. Recommendations for companies/methods of doing this would be most appreciated. [more inside]
Do I have to pay taxes on money my parents give me?
You Are Not My Accountant: I'm concerned that I've illegally not paid taxes for the past three years because I assumed that "gifts" and "income" were two separate things. [more inside]
I'm in the military. Can I use ADD medication?
I would like to try ADD medication. I'm in the National Guard. What ramifications would this have for my Guard career? [more inside]
Need some basic WordPress info, but ""WordPress" and "basic" don't seem to go together.
Need some basic WordPress info, but ""WordPress" and "basic" don't seem to go together. I am a designer who is decidedly not a programmer, and I'm wondering if WordPress is learnable for me. [more inside]
How can I get to Rome or Barcelona from Paris? With ash-filled skies above?
I need to get from Paris to Rome. Or Barcelona. Or any place really where the skies are blue and planes are flying. Help! [more inside]
posted by costas at 4:34 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by costas at 4:34 PM PST - 38 comments
Need advice for a DIY iPad mount.
Need advice for a DIY iPad mount. I would like be able to mount my iPad to my bed's headboard. Optimally the mount would be flexible enough to allow me to position my iPad directly over my head for when lying on back, and allow me to bring it down a bit for when laying on my side. Any suggestions for materials to use would be appreciated (especially some sort of flexible material sturdy enough to handle the weight of the iPad)
Quartering the States ...
Where is a good place (pref. online) to swap State Quarters? [more inside]
Help me find some decent, recent space combat sims!
Help me find some decent, recent space combat sims! I've played the classics (wing commander, freespace) and wondered if there are any other decent ones that were released within the last 4-6 years.
Tourney Scrabble - Best Scoring Practices?
I'm looking forward to getting into some Scrabble tournaments soon, and I have a few question regarding player responsibility for keeping track of scoring. [more inside]
posted by DandyRandy at 2:24 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by DandyRandy at 2:24 PM PST - 7 comments
Help my readers find me again
Can I publish a one time post to my blog's old RSS feed to alert readers of the new RSS feed's location? [more inside]
posted by Bunglegirl at 2:00 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Bunglegirl at 2:00 PM PST - 6 comments
Y u do this
You are in grad school and your professor gives out an assignment that seems to have very little relevance for the topic of the class. Is it appropriate to ask him/her, in a very polite way, what they see as the connection between the goal of the assignment and the topic of the class? [more inside]
Help ensure my websites display beautifully now and into the future!
Cross-platform web design / development for the next three years - What exactly do I need to learn, and where can I learn it? [more inside]
posted by bonsai forest at 1:34 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by bonsai forest at 1:34 PM PST - 9 comments
Daring Fireballesq. RSS
Following on from my previous question how can I change my RSS feed in WordPress so that the links tag actually links to my custom field's 'external-link' and not the posts permalink?
Ouch, ouch, ouch.
For the past 3 years, off and on, I've had pain in the left shoulder blade area, radiating toward my left rib cage. There are no triggers like breathing or laughter. What I feel is sharp stabbing spasms at unpredictable intervals. It is mild in the morning, intense by evening. Usually icing takes care of it, but not always. I've seen my doctor, gotten massages, gotten acupuncture, tried exercise and stretching -- but the pain returns. Massage helps most. Any ideas, hive mind?
Help to locate a
I'm trying to find a particular solar-powered toy/gadget, which I saw a few years ago. It consisted of four very light blades within a glass bulb, spinning under the pressure of the sun on one side. [more inside]
posted by tawny at 12:16 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by tawny at 12:16 PM PST - 13 comments
You're harshing my flow, man[ager]!
I have a manager who constantly interrupts my attention-hungry programming work with easy, quick tasks that she believes "will just take a second, no problem." This destroys my productivity. How does the hive mind deal with this? [more inside]
posted by sonic meat machine at 12:13 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by sonic meat machine at 12:13 PM PST - 35 comments
I want to offer internships/ employ interns this summer, help me cover my legal, tax, etc bases...
How to have interns/offer internships - legal, tax, employment issues, etc. ? [more inside]
Find me an MMORPG, MeFi!
Healthy side healthy, cold side cold.
Whenever I catch a cold, I get symptoms in only one side of my face. Why? [more inside]
How to ensure iPhone news aggregator app is included in the App Store?
My iPhone news reader app was rejected from the App Store for what looks like copyright reasons. What should I do to get it accepted after all? [more inside]
take it easy
I have a valued employee that is in charge of several other staff members. His position is one that makes him not easily replaceable.
I was just shown some texts that he had written to one of the staffers during off duty hours, personally berating the staffer and going to the point of almost threatening him. This staffer as a result has given his two weeks notice. [more inside]
posted by newpotato at 11:15 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by newpotato at 11:15 AM PST - 32 comments
Help me break out of the straight/rocks rut
Cocktail Filter: Help me triangulate the right stuff to buy so that I can optimize my available booze [more inside]
posted by cross_impact at 11:03 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by cross_impact at 11:03 AM PST - 21 comments
Help me replace my shower door "thingie"
On the bottom of our shower door, there is a plastic squeegee-like attachment presumably meant to help keep water inside the shower. See
these two pics. The plastic is getting pretty nasty and is cracking. I've taken it to two local Home Depots to try to find a replacement, and tried Googling it. No success. The part in question just slides right off. The part that attaches to the shower door is hard plastic. The "squeegee" part is somewhat flexible.
Can anyone help me find a replacement?
How to check contractors work?
We are having a detached garage built. I already chose a contractor. How do I make sure the work being done is up to code and correct? [more inside]
programming
Is there a tool to help visualize/show the steps of the complex loops I'm writing in c/c++? [more inside]
Which online communities have closed up shop?
Once they reach a kind of critical mass, do internet communities ever die? [more inside]
Beach Baby, Beach Baby, Nerds on the Sand
Daytona Beach! I'm there for a conference all next week. I've been there before, but this time we'll have a car. Looking for restaurants, especially lunch, and any suggestions on attractions (although we won't have tons of time for outside activities). [more inside]
Bagged a good bag... but now it's a mess
Please help me wash my beautiful embroidered purse without ruining it! [more inside]
posted by caveat at 10:14 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by caveat at 10:14 AM PST - 4 comments
Seeking beautiful indoor reading spaces in NYC and Brooklyn
Seeking beautiful indoor reading spaces in NYC and Brooklyn. [more inside]
IdiotFilter: Please help me escape Bally's agreement within the three-day "consumer's right to cancel" window
IdiotFilter: How best to cancel my Bally's Total Fitness "Easy Monthly Payment Plan" within the three-day "consumer's right to cancellation" period? This is not necessarily a Bally's-specific question, and YANML. [more inside]
Baltimore shoes
Stripper shoes/Clothes Stores in/around Baltimore. [more inside]
Looking to get Lost again...
Looking for a new book or series to read, and I'd like a specific theme: that of a protagonist(ish) mastermind. More info included, as well as some minor spoilers for those who have never seen Lost, and would like to. (Just a friendly warning!) [more inside]
Who pays fed taxes in America?
There's been a lot of news and talk about the Tax Policy Center's report that 47 percent of American's pay no federal income tax. Naturally the more rapidly Republican members of my family are repeating this ad nauseam to me. Can you point me to good links that factually refute this claim? Or is it in fact true? I'm not looking for debate, just facts about this claim.
Teaching MySQL to Total Beginners?
I've just been put in charge of teaching two executives in my company how to use MySQL. Oh dear God, please help me! [more inside]
posted by fogster at 9:36 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by fogster at 9:36 AM PST - 14 comments
Cotsa-what now?
What was my Nana calling the baked macaroni and beef dish she used to cook? [more inside]
Excel wizardry needed
MS Excel-filter: I want to be able to search for the second occurrence of a word in column A and then pull the corresponding value from column B. More inside. [more inside]
For english, press 3.
DIY IVR? Suggestions for jury-rigging a touch-tone phone menu system with output to a text file. For further information, please press [more inside]
Required: Immediate shoe repair to prevent craziness!
Half way to work, I walked through my heel tap. To me, the sound of metal on concrete is like nails on a chalkboard. Help! [more inside]
posted by chatongriffes at 9:26 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by chatongriffes at 9:26 AM PST - 10 comments
putting effort in relationships?
husband says i don't make enough effort - i'm at a loss as to what to do! advice sorely needed. it gets long, natch. [more inside]
posted by assasinatdbeauty at 9:19 AM PST - 68 comments
posted by assasinatdbeauty at 9:19 AM PST - 68 comments
Mac/Windows compatible external hard drive - no AC required
What external hard drive (at least 250 gigs) can I buy today in Vancouver, and where? Yes, this is similar to this question (just asked) but with some unique details. [more inside]
posted by philip-random at 9:17 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by philip-random at 9:17 AM PST - 16 comments
How do you market a new blog?
Didn't get into grad school - now what do I do?
Didn't get into grad school - now what do I do? [more inside]
Do they make peanut butter-stuffed steaks?
My dog is probably going to die in the next few months. What can I do to make things really great for him during that time? [more inside]
Parties/entertaining for dummies
Parties 101: What do I need to know about hosting a successful party? Not a dinner party, not a crazy late-night drinking party, but something in-between. [more inside]
Return a Jerk at Work's Phone Message With an Email
How Do I Return a Jerk at Work's Phone Message With an Email w/o Provoking Them? [more inside]
posted by Jon44 at 8:30 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Jon44 at 8:30 AM PST - 15 comments
Anthro Job In DC?
What are the chances a new phd in anthropology can get a public policy job in DC? [more inside]
Wait, is that clicking? What do you mean boot disk not ready?
NERDS! It's that time of year again. I need some replacement HD's. Let's say Western Digital versus Seagate. Let's rap anecdotal and tell each other which brand is awesome and which we should never use again. [more inside]
What's a real estate agent do?
What can a good real estate agent do for me that the internet can't? [more inside]
NNNNICARAGUA
In a few months, I would like to wean myself off of caffeine entirely. But I have some concerns. [more inside]
Due diligence before buying a used laptop...
Buying a used laptop. What can I do to ensure I'm not buying a ticking timebomb? [more inside]
Memristance Is !Futile
What's a simple mental model of a memristor? [more inside]
Bike trips in upstate NY/VT
I want to go on a one day bike trip in upstate NY or VT-- less than a 2h drive from Montreal. Where should I go? Details about what I want inside. [more inside]
Color images from black and white paper
Color images be made from exposing black and white paper for long periods of time. Can you please explain the chemistry behind how this works?
How do you stop doubting yourself?
How do you stop doubting yourself? [more inside]
posted by spaceandtime30 at 7:02 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by spaceandtime30 at 7:02 AM PST - 9 comments
Photo stitching without the seams...
Can anyone recommend a decent panorama stitcher...? [more inside]
Research Study about Teachers
Can someone point me to a research study regarding teacher's classroom behavior as an effect of student performance? [more inside]
posted by dvrcthewrld at 7:00 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by dvrcthewrld at 7:00 AM PST - 2 comments
I Need A Web Page Archiver That Does This...
I use DevonThink and have decided it's a bit of overkill for my purposes.
So here's what I'm looking for: I want a tool that allows me to save web pages from within the browser of my choice. I want a series of Javascript pseudo-bookmark buttons along the top of my browser, each one corresponding to a category within the application. E.g., I might have buttons/categories for "Book Reviews", "Recipes", "Gadgets To try", etc. So, if I'm looking at a book review I want to keep, I click on the "Book Review" button and it is copied and stored by the application.
I'd prefer to do this locally, but I'd consider an online solution. I am not, however, looking for a glorified bookmark service. I want something that copies pages and makes them available for searching and reading within the application.
Oh yeah, it's for OS X.
Papa needs a brand new bag!
Help me find the perfect bag for my needs. I'm trying to lighten the load and the bag I bought in a pinch while abroad is already falling apart. It's the right size and more or less the right configuration, but it's a POS. [more inside]
How can I say say "thank you," "I love you," and "you changed my life in every way for the better"?
How can I say say "thank you," "I love you," and "you changed my life in every way for the better"? The catch: it's for an organization of a few dozen people which I will soon no longer be able to participate in as I will be moving. [more inside]
What is love?
Marriage filter: My wife and I have been married for a little over three years and have two children. She was raised Catholic whilst I am more towards the Hitchens/Dawkins side of things. [more inside]
Advice about finding a business partner?
What advice can you give me about finding a business partner? I seem to be faced with two issues. The first is finding someone who is interested in the business I'm trying to start and who compliments my skills. But more importantly, how do I decide if they're trustworthy, reliable, and we share the same objectives and can work well together? [more inside]
What physical restrictions on human activity have greatly shaped human history?
What are some restrictions in infrastructure and logistics that have greatly effected human history? A friend of mine was telling me about the history of Cyprus, and he launched into an intriguing explanation of the practical differences between a galley and a modern sailing ship. "The world at that time had to be designed around parking galleys. There are many cities and towns in Europe that used to just be galley parking lots. Cyprus changed hands a lot because it was a great parking lot." I want to have more ways to organize and make sense of history like this. Can you guys help me? If you have books about this to recommend (I've already read the Jared Diamond work btw) that would be amazing.
Too good to be true maybe?
Avoiding stolen items on Craigslist? [more inside]
Help me replicate digital on-demand printer settings?
What information do I need from digital print shop A in order to find digital print shop B that uses the same setup (or as close a match as possible)? [more inside]
posted by OlivesAndTurkishCoffee at 5:42 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by OlivesAndTurkishCoffee at 5:42 AM PST - 5 comments
How to specifically learn about generics?
I'm looking for a first-hand book recommendation that will give me a better understanding of generic collections. The language doesn't matter but I'd prefer it be in Java or C#, if possible.
Check inside for an example code snippet. [more inside]
A snappy, appealing way of remembering to do the right thing.
I need a snappy, appealing acronym/mnemonic/alternative way of remembering the following 6 steps that I have found helpful in avoiding certain behaviours and replacing them with other preferred behaviors. [more inside]
I think my sister is delusional
DTMFA-filter - but she's my sister. Advice and/or anecdata needed, please. [more inside]
Bachelor party lap dance
My guy is going to a bachelor's party. Help me stop feeling unhappy about it? [more inside]
I swallowed gauze!
I just had a tooth pulled out and I fell asleep. I swallowed the gauze in the night! I just woke up. What should I do? [more inside]
Personal website... just very simplistic
Any ideas as to a simple web site template (or process to design one) that functions as an attractive launch/web links page? (For a personal site.) [more inside]
posted by nokry56 at 12:36 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by nokry56 at 12:36 AM PST - 7 comments
April 15
Feeding Frenzy in the Living Room...
What is the toughest dog bed in the world? [more inside]
posted by fshgrl at 11:35 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by fshgrl at 11:35 PM PST - 21 comments
How do companies afford to ship internationally?
How do companies ship their products internationally so cheaply? [more inside]
posted by ferdinandcc at 11:27 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by ferdinandcc at 11:27 PM PST - 11 comments
Morning Crutches?
Where can I buy crutches in NYC before 9am? [more inside]
posted by airguitar2 at 10:28 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by airguitar2 at 10:28 PM PST - 5 comments
Ward me from googleitis
Can you help me figure out this probably Yiddish phrase to ward against bad events? [more inside]
posted by Solon and Thanks at 9:01 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Solon and Thanks at 9:01 PM PST - 8 comments
25 cm of fresh powder was totally worth it. I hope.
You are not a physiotherapist filter: Did I seriously fuck up my knee? [more inside]
Chatbots for online customer service?
Do companies use chatbots for their online customer service live chats? [more inside]
Missed my court date
I missed my mandatory court date for a ticket I received a month ago. What do I do? [more inside]
Do clutch athletes exist?
Sports filter: Clutch vs Choker. What was Larry Bird's % of hitting game deciding shots compared to other basketball greats? [more inside]
Proper respect for Native American recordings
In recent years museums and archives have become more sensitive to audio and visual recordings of Native Americans, especially when ceremonies, prayers and chants are involved. Are there any "best practices" out there? [more inside]
posted by nestor_makhno at 8:37 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by nestor_makhno at 8:37 PM PST - 8 comments
Texas 3 day cooling off law?
In Texas, is there a 3 day cooling off period when purchasing a used car? [more inside]
Making D&D happen when Party A is in Canada and Party B is in Texas
My husband says: "I am looking for a virtual game table or some way to play D&D 4e online. There seem to be a multitude of software (both free and not) and I was wondering which were the best (free or not) in people's experience." [more inside]
ChessFilter: I need help learning how to check and checkmate effectively.
ChessFilter: I need help learning how to check and checkmate effectively. [more inside]
Clever face/shape-related pun here
Does this guide for determining your face's shape work for men and women, or is the criteria different depending on your gender? [more inside]
posted by andrewcilento at 8:08 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by andrewcilento at 8:08 PM PST - 10 comments
Finacea wants to burn my face off
Please share your experiences using Finacea. [more inside]
How to have a dreamless sleep?
Looking for advice on how to have a dreamless sleep. For the past year or so, there hasn't been a night where I haven't had really intense dreams, usually very unpleasant, that I invariably remember the next day. It means I never wake up feeling rested or in a very good mood. Any suggestions on how to have a better sleep? As a side note, I'm not on any drugs (sleep/otherwise) and don't wish to be.
B.A. VS B.F.A. BS
I've come to consult the hive for advice on undergraduate majors in the arts. As of yet I'm simply a B.A. Studio Art major, but if I rearrange my schedule I could take on another major. Anyone know the merits? [more inside]
How to handle feelings of inadequacies ?
How do I diminish my feelings of envy ? At work. I'm surrounded with married folks gushing about their new born babies, their super-awesome wife or husband (I am single by the way). Online, my facebook/twitter friends promotes their fast-paced lifestyle, the gadgets they've acquired, their overseas travels, the concerts they're attending & generally all of them have way more facebook friends or twitter followers than me. [more inside]
Once / When I was little someone pointed out to me
In music, is there a term for when a vocalist starts singing (solo) and then the rest of the band starts playing a bar or two later? Also, what are some other songs that use this technique? [more inside]
posted by ripley_ at 6:22 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by ripley_ at 6:22 PM PST - 15 comments
Is $10,500 reasonable for a 2004 Volkswagen Jetta TDI?
Is $10,500 reasonable for a 2004 Volkswagen Jetta TDI? It's in very good condition and has 135,000 km. He'd be selling it certified and e-tested. The seller is asking $10,500. I countered with $9,500, and he came back with $10,000 not certified. How much does certification usually cost? Would I be wise just to go with what he's asking so everything's done?
How to get body odor out of a silk dress
I can't get a body odor smell out of an expensive silk dress. Dry cleaning seems to have made it worse. Does anyone know what might get the smell out?
posted by let444 at 5:42 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by let444 at 5:42 PM PST - 22 comments
How do membership discount cards work?
Looking at options to create a membership card for discounts at businesses, similar to a KCRW Fringe Benefits card. I haven't done this before so I'm not sure about which membership card manufacturers would be good to order from or about how the card technology itself works. Right now, getting the businesses and customers to cooperate is the easy part for me... I need to figure out how to make the card work and to be sure I can keep track of all member activity. Educate me please, if you can! Thank you! :)
What indie synthpop should I add to this mix CD?
What should I add to a mix CD that has Chromeo, Phoenix, Cut Copy, Hot Chip, Junior Boys and The Rapture on it? [more inside]
Refrigerator Magnet Game?
What was the online refrigerator magnet-style word game where you made sentences with random pools of words within a time limit, and then everyone voted on the results?
posted by nzero at 4:46 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by nzero at 4:46 PM PST - 4 comments
Help me to make the most of my upcoming college experience!
I've been accepted to and am visiting Pitzer tomorrow, as part of their student admit day. However, I loved UC Santa Cruz, and would love to hear whatever advice you may have for me in making my decision. [more inside]
What's the most high-felutant town or city in New Hampshire?
What's the most high-felutant town or city in New Hampshire? I need to find a affluent area in NH which is wealthy, family orientated, lively and culturally rich...where a life-long New Yorker would find absolutely blissful for he, his wife and toddler. [more inside]
I need to break up with my job, help me quit - with music.
Help me come to terms with leaving my job - through music [more inside]
posted by omegar at 3:35 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by omegar at 3:35 PM PST - 43 comments
descriptions of accountants' lives?
[Accountancy Filter:] nonfiction about what it's like to be an accountant? [more inside]
Can you help identify this watch?
What watch brand is this? (Black, clean, minimal design. Red dot on the face) [more inside]
Great Ball of Fire
How large would a rock need to be to create a blaze like this? [more inside]
posted by at the crossroads at 2:48 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by at the crossroads at 2:48 PM PST - 6 comments
Is there a way to transfer music files to a (not jailbroken) Iphone via USB?
Is there a way to transfer music files to a (not jailbroken) Iphone via USB? (for listening to, not just as disk storage). [more inside]
Is there some way to get contact lenses when your prescription is expired?
My contact lens prescription has expired. I can still see just fine, my current contacts are comfortable, and I don't have a lot of extra cash right now, so I'd rather not pay $90 for an eye exam in addition to the not cheap contacts. Is there some business that you think will be willing to look the other way with respect to expiration issue and just sell me the contacts anyway? [more inside]
Camping
Help me write my summer camping packing list. Looking for the best practical, luxury or fun items that can fit in one car for a short trip (under a week).
Asset tracking software?
Asset tracking software options for a medium-sized business (less than 10,000 non-consumable items to be tracked)? [more inside]
Han Solo in a Breastplate?
I'm looking for fantasy books with a charming rogue-type lead character. Help? [more inside]
A paradigm shift.
How to correct a specific bad typing habit? [more inside]
Do I need to change my unaffectionate ways?
Do I need to change my unaffectionate ways? [more inside]
Wanna buy a warehouse?
What information do I need to have at my fingertips to profitably negotiate the sale of a commercial rental property? Or should I even do it? [more inside]
How to remap a mac keyboard for Windows usage?
I am using the slim, aluminum Apple Bluetooth Keyboard on my Windows XP computer. It works fine for typing, but I need to change / re-map a few of the keys to their windows xp equivalents and need your help.
Here's a link to the keyboard I'm referring to: Link [more inside]
How to label a custom device case?
I am building an electronic device which will be housed in a black ABS box. I want to label the buttons and knobs on the front panel. I don't want to stick anything onto the plastic - I want to apply the ink directly to the plastic. What are my options? [more inside]
posted by Mars Saxman at 1:21 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Mars Saxman at 1:21 PM PST - 13 comments
iPhone 3gs ringer/silent switch to start an app for me?
How can I get the ringer/vibrate/silent switch on the side of my iPhone 3GS to start an app within the iPhone when I flick the switch instead of silencing the ringer? [more inside]
Interesting Summer Opportunities
Help me figure out what to do with my summer! [more inside]
Bad loan, bad, bad!
I have a judgment against me for a student loan that I never paid off. I want to pay it but I don't have enough to pay it all in a lump sum. If it might help, I'd like to get a private debt negotiator to help me. [more inside]
Insert Oedipus reference here
How do I stop resenting my partner's mother? [more inside]
How can I apply for a green card while in the US on an R1 (religious) visa?
I am an English citizen living in the USA on an R1 (religious worker) visa. I would like to apply for a green card and need legal advice. More inside. [more inside]
Broken chairs your body conforms to...
Help me return an expensive but defective chair that I ordered online. [more inside]
posted by scatter gather at 12:30 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by scatter gather at 12:30 PM PST - 8 comments
Any experience with Neocate or similar formula?
My 6-week-old daughter was recently switched to Neocate infant formula due to her digestive issues (specifically G.E.R.D.), after trying a bunch of others with no success. If you've been down this road, did you notice that your baby seemed to eat less, at least at first, and how the heck did you pay for it? [more inside]
The Pill or not the Pill
Do I have to tell my Dr that I want to come off the pill even sooner? Is there a reason why I should finish out the next month? [more inside]
Someone suspicious was taking pictures of our house. Should we do anything about it?
Someone suspicious was taking pictures of our house. Should we do anything about it? [more inside]
I'm getting impatient for my flying car. It's been promised to me as early as the '50s.
(via Wired about flying cars & Darpa). Explain to me like you would to a twelve year old how far we are with the concept of anti-gravity (Heim theory etc.) Is it theoretically possible? How would it work? When can I order my flying car? [more inside]
How's the water down there? I'm thinking of jumping ship.
I am currently doing well in a great PhD program, but I'm thinking of a major change. Please give me your perspectives on the decisions I'm facing! [more inside]
Recommendations for strapless bras in larger sizes?
Advice on good supportive strapless and halter bras in larger sizes? [more inside]
What's the best way to get wireless internet in London and other parts of the UK?
What's the best way to get wireless internet in London and other parts of the UK? [more inside]
Got my back?
I just threw my lower back out picking up my baby. Lots of pain in the lower back generally. Didn't hear a pop...it just seemed like my muscles seized up suddenly. This has never happened to me before, and need information on what I need to be doing. [more inside]
Order of Protection Against Bullies
Can teenagers anywhere in the U.S. get restraining orders against bullies who stalk, threaten, or verbally assault them? [more inside]
Biography on William Henry Harrison?
Can anyone recommend a good biography of United States president William Henry Harrison? [more inside]
Can I include a non-printing page in a Word 2003 document? If so, how?
Can I include a non-printing page in a Word 2003 document? If so, how? [more inside]
posted by kitcat at 10:41 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by kitcat at 10:41 AM PST - 15 comments
TESL certification from Duke: Hot or not?
I am considering enrolling in the Duke University (continuing education, non-credit) TESL certification program with the goal of living and teaching English abroad. Would this be a waste of time? [more inside]
Help me make my new Mac like my old one, but faster — and fast.
Migrating my Mac — any good checklists out there? [more inside]
posted by electric_counterpoint at 9:33 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by electric_counterpoint at 9:33 AM PST - 19 comments
What to do about teaching and the internet?
How do I keep my students off the internet during lecture? [more inside]
posted by quodlibet at 9:26 AM PST - 135 comments
posted by quodlibet at 9:26 AM PST - 135 comments
Please help me find this commercial.
Possibly a waste of a question, but does anyone remember the car commercial where it looks like the driver, a man, is singing with the radio, and everyone thinks he is rocking out, but he is really just repeating his grocery list over and over so he doesn't forget it? My Google skills are failing me. Thanks.
posted by 4ster at 9:16 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by 4ster at 9:16 AM PST - 1 comment
What books should I buy my math professors?
I recently applied to grad schools, and I got recommendations from three of my math professors. I'd like to get them all books as a "thank you" but I'm stumped on which specific titles to get two of them. The books don't have to be overtly math-related (thought it wouldn't hurt), but I think they probably shouldn't be completely orthogonal. If it helps, the book that I did buy is Michael Ruhlman's latest food book Ratio. [more inside]
Where do I start with document scanning?
Where do I start with document scanning? [more inside]
posted by adipocere at 8:54 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by adipocere at 8:54 AM PST - 14 comments
Honda Element Good or Bad?
Honda Element for bicycle hauling, car camping, road tripping, and general use? [more inside]
How do I go about filing an income tax return in France?
I've got to file my income tax return. The catch? I'm working a one year contract in France and therefore am going to have to do it in a language I'm not particularly good at, with other complications detailed inside. Does anyone have any experience with this? Or alternatively, does anyone know what kind of person I'd need to employ to help me with it? (Accountant? Financial advisor?) [more inside]
posted by handee at 8:29 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by handee at 8:29 AM PST - 4 comments
Medical school choice.. going for best fit or best finances?
Accepted at multiple medical schools. Now facing the choice of which one to attend and how to weigh the different price tags. If you are in med school now or have made it through to the other side, what factors do you recommend considering? How much debt is reasonable and has it impacted your career? (a little more info after the jump) [more inside]
Suggestions for bedding encasing.
Have you tried encasing your mattress/box-spring/pillows/comforter for allergy relief? Did it help? [more inside]
posted by Adridne at 8:12 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Adridne at 8:12 AM PST - 13 comments
Damn girl, you're a sexy chick.
I can't dance. Help! [more inside]
About to make a major life change, and I'm completely stuck.
I'm supposed to move in with my long-distance boyfriend this summer, but I'm having serious second thoughts about moving, compounded by mental health issues. Help me handle this situation in the least horrible way possible. [more inside]
Is it him? Or is it me?
Am I lunching with the new office creep? Or am I just letting my dislike get in the way.
Either way how do I extricate myself from this situation? [more inside]
Absent dad wrongly claims daughters as dependents
How can this unfair income tax situation be resolved? [more inside]
Google PageRank
How do i get an external pages/sites' Google PageRank to come up next to the link on my site? [more inside]
What word describes something that is simultaneously tongue-in-cheek and serious?
Is there a word for a piece of media (book, song, movie, etc.) that simultaneously sends up/parodies its genre and fits comfortably within it? What are some good examples? [more inside]
Can I do anything to avoid having my auto insurer pull a new copy of my driving record when adding my wife to the policy?
I need to add my wife to my auto insurance policy. How can I do this in a way that reduces the chance that the insurer will obtain an updated copy of my driving record? [more inside]
Lover's Lane, Chicago IL
What semi-private places in Chicago can two lusty kids go to mess around if they can't go home? Do motels that rent by the hour actually exist? [more inside]
Hedging my bets to hedge my best
Do I need a hedge trimmer to trim my hedge (as opposed to a small chainsaw or a variety of hand tools, etc.)? [more inside]
posted by Shepherd at 7:09 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Shepherd at 7:09 AM PST - 8 comments
R to D? Stop 1st or no?
Heres the situation…you are backing up in a automatic transmission car down a driveway. It comes time to put it in drive, is there any damage to put it in D before coming to a complete stop? [more inside]
posted by ShawnString at 7:03 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ShawnString at 7:03 AM PST - 8 comments
UK souvenirs ideas for children, ages 6 and 3
Looking for gift suggestions for me, the "cool" aunt in the UK (ha!) to take to my 6 year old niece and 3 year old nephew back in the USA. [more inside]
posted by happyturtle at 6:57 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by happyturtle at 6:57 AM PST - 22 comments
Will The Man allow my twitter give away?
What are the legal issues with a give-away or sweepstakes on Twitter/FB? What makes it a sweepstakes? YANAL [more inside]
Where have web manners gone?!
I'm a bit frustrated and surprised by women who frequent online dating sites. Can you correct my impression? [more inside]
Hope me, I feel like I'm in a bad movie
An unethical employer that I have been planning to leave has gained access to my email account (yes, I signed on to my private email from my work computer and obviously they had some kind of keystroke reader) and it appears has compromised all of my personal information. Do I have recourse? [more inside]
Twinsies!
[lock filter] Tonight I found out that the key that works in all of my house locks also works in my friend's front door. Is this common? [more inside]
What is income limit for Iowa Medicaid Health Insurance?
What are the income limits for a family of three (child six year old).... for the child and/or family to be covered under medicaid. (State of Iowa). Any info you have, or websites you know, will be helpful.
Thanks.
How do I stop from giving my heart away too quickly?
How do I stop from giving my heart away too quickly? (relationshipfilter--long, natch.) [more inside]
Which golf bag?
Can any golfers out there recommend a decent golf bag for under £100 (if such a thing exists)? Failing that, what do golfers look for in a golf bag? Are there any particular brands that'll earn you a bit of kudos? It's a gift, but I haven't the first clue.
posted by nthdegx at 3:17 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by nthdegx at 3:17 AM PST - 7 comments
Help me understand what just happened with US health care!
Where can I find a good summary of what just happened with US health care? I'm not from the US, and I basically never read newspapers, but I'd like your recommendations for a thoughtfully written summary article or a podcast. If you know of a source that is less about the dry facts, and more the sort of thing we'll read five or ten years from now, that puts things into historical perspective, that's even better! Thanks.
Please, no more JK Wedding Dance hits
I'm trying to recall which music video featured a heavily edited faux 80's wedding with the bride dancing by herself and a balding, gloomy groom. [more inside]
posted by benzenedream at 12:34 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by benzenedream at 12:34 AM PST - 4 comments
What is this big circle in Beijing?
What is this big circle in Beijing? A Hadron Collider? [more inside]
posted by priorpark17 at 12:23 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by priorpark17 at 12:23 AM PST - 6 comments
April 14
I'll give you a ring when the baby's here
Ring! I want to buy my girlfriend a ring to celebrate a) the birth of our first daughter (soon!) b) her birthday. It's not an engagement ring (and shouldnt' be confused for one) and I have a certain budget. Cartier Trinity is the strongest candidate so far, but am not 100% sold. [more inside]
I need a map of Mars!
Where can I purchase large maps or art prints of Mars, tomorrow, in New York City? [more inside]
posted by JMB1138 at 10:51 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by JMB1138 at 10:51 PM PST - 6 comments
its a helluva drug
Can anyone help me ID a long dj mix which, using samples, details the history of cocaine? [more inside]
Is it ok for a three-or-four year-old to spend many hours a day playing DS?
My wife works at a pre-school where one of the little boys has little interest in doing anything other than playing DS, is not well socialized and a poor communicator.
Isn't this a form of neglect? This kid is being deprived of the "normal" range of experience during the most important developmental period of his life. What's going to happen to him?
posted by sneebler at 9:41 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by sneebler at 9:41 PM PST - 26 comments
Switching jobs before applying for an MBA
Should I take a new job shortly before applying to MBA programs? [more inside]
posted by Tehhund at 9:37 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Tehhund at 9:37 PM PST - 5 comments
Nice places to live between Grand Rapids and Lansing in MI
Can you think of any nice place to live between Grand Rapids and Lansing in Michigan. [more inside]
posted by auqaluna at 9:08 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by auqaluna at 9:08 PM PST - 10 comments
Some help with grooming a couple of guys?
I need to find eyebrow and manicure services for men in Astoria, Queens and Brooklyn Heights. Any recommendations? [more inside]
What album cover showed Lionel Richie as the Judas of funk?
What album cover featured notable musicians as the twelve apostles of funk, with Lionel Richie as Judas? This was described to me in the early nineties. I think it was the cover of a hip hop album. Perhaps it wasn't an album cover, but some other artwork. Google returns a couple of hits for Richie as "Judas of funk," but other searches led nowhere.
posted by hydrophonic at 8:54 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by hydrophonic at 8:54 PM PST - 10 comments
Need Some Tightrope Shoes
Where can I find the banded tuxedo shoes everyone is wearing in this video? I want to have a pair of these by the end of next week. If it helps I live in New York City, but online is fine. Ready, set, GO!
where to live near the university of nevada/reno?
where to live near the university of nevada/reno? [more inside]
Have you gone to a homeopath?
Have you ever sought homeopathic treatment? In reading through a few discussion threads on the subject of homeopathy, almost all believe it is quackery without having personally experienced it. I am interested in hearing results from people who have actually used homeopathic remedies -- for the good or the bad.
posted by zagyzebra at 8:03 PM PST - 71 comments
posted by zagyzebra at 8:03 PM PST - 71 comments
W-2 MIA! SOS!
Girlfriend hasn't filed taxes yet. Her W-2 for Unemployment is missing, but she withheld the max amount. What do we do? [more inside]
"Is she really going out with him" really not available for download anywhere!?
Where can I download Elvis Costello's version of "Is She Really Going Out with Him?" [more inside]
posted by thebrokenmuse at 8:00 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by thebrokenmuse at 8:00 PM PST - 18 comments
advanced Proust
What are interesting questions to ask new friends? Let's update the Proust Questionnaire. [more inside]
Default "new tab" page?
I am setting a custom "new tab" default page in my browser. I would use about:blank, but I need it to be a real website (see why inside). I don't need a functional website (google homepage, etc) but just want a nice, relaxing, simple page to use as my default new tab. Any ideas? More details inside. [more inside]
posted by kraigory at 7:31 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by kraigory at 7:31 PM PST - 16 comments
Buy a jam spoon in Aus
Dude, I just wanted an apartment!
ChicagoHousingFilter: My landlord needs to sell my unit, and wants to terminate the lease upon sale. I have a year left on the lease and don't know what to do about her request. [more inside]
posted by sldownard at 7:20 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by sldownard at 7:20 PM PST - 19 comments
Cravings for cigaretts and masturbating
Can you compare the craving someone gets for a cigarette to the craving to masturbate? [more inside]
How To Leave a Narcissist in 10 Easy Steps
Advice and resources for a person trying to untangle herself from a romantic relationship with a narcissist? [more inside]
posted by moira at 7:01 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by moira at 7:01 PM PST - 17 comments
Sosumi...
Can you contract away your right to sue over unrelated future claims in a settlement? [more inside]
posted by unreasonable at 6:29 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by unreasonable at 6:29 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me get paid!
I worked for a small startup in San Francisco for around 4 months, but can't get my final paycheck off them......What recourse do I have? [more inside]
Take 162 mg of aspirin and call me in the morning
I understand that doctors recommend a prophylactic dose of 81 mg of aspirin daily for alot of adults because 81 mg is the amount in a baby aspirin.
But WHY is that the amount in baby aspirin? Why not 80mg, or 85mg? That one milligram can't be too crucial. Can it?
posted by mmf at 6:17 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by mmf at 6:17 PM PST - 11 comments
Yo ho ho and?
Can you point me to a good (e.g. Stewart's-esque) ginger beer? My nights are bright and tranquil, and it's getting depressing. [more inside]
posted by Diablevert at 6:11 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by Diablevert at 6:11 PM PST - 25 comments
American Flatbread Company
What is the relationship between American Flatbread and Flatbread Company? [more inside]
posted by samsarah at 6:06 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by samsarah at 6:06 PM PST - 8 comments
What do I take to a Tea Party?
I'm going to a Tea Party tax day protest rally tomorrow. Looking for ideas on what to put on my sign. Something with a subtle double entendre would be nice, but I would prefer not to get beat down by gray panthers. Help me look nice and seditious!
Give me Richard Powers or give me something else!
I really enjoy Richard Powers scifi bookcover art. I'd love to put it on my walls. Are there Richard Powers prints out there? Barring that, where else might I look for prints with a similar level of awesome? [more inside]
Happy 1980's Pop Music Wanted Please
I'm looking for fun, poppy, happy 1980's music I was too cool to like at the time. [more inside]
posted by marxchivist at 5:28 PM PST - 99 comments
posted by marxchivist at 5:28 PM PST - 99 comments
SQL help, LIKE %(set of possible values)%
SQL problem. I need to search one table based on the results of a search on another table.
The trick? The field I'm comparing on the two tables will not be exactly equal, one table will have a field with single 'word', the other table will have a field with have a string of multiple 'words'.
Look inside for an example. [more inside]
posted by thisisnotbruce at 5:20 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by thisisnotbruce at 5:20 PM PST - 13 comments
Where do I find a market for old clipart?
I have about 600, 11x17 pages of black & white clip art from the early nineties. The illustrations were professionally done (printed by a clip art service called "Clipper") and are copyright free. Is there a market for this art? [more inside]
please help me replace this beloved bumper sticker!
About two years ago, I purchased this bumper sticker from Press For Progress. As you can see, it hasn't fared very well & I'm looking to replace it.
Press For Progress, however, turns up a yahoo error page. I've tried searching the phrase "to declare other's love as wrong is to not really understand love at all," but all that comes up with is random forum comment and a myspace image.
Does anyone know another store that sells this sticker? Or even a similarly well designed equal rights bumper sticker to take its place?
science fair judging
I'm looking for a mathematical solution to combining many judges' scores across a science fair. [more inside]
posted by Durin's Bane at 4:38 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Durin's Bane at 4:38 PM PST - 12 comments
Guy apologize for behaving like a jerk and cries, yet still acts like a jerk, why?
What does it mean when a guy apologize and cries in front of you yet still behaves inappropriately? [more inside]
posted by wcmf at 4:34 PM PST - 66 comments
posted by wcmf at 4:34 PM PST - 66 comments
The oil field
Will my parents be able to get any compensation due to a neighbour's oil leak? [more inside]
posted by hnnrs at 4:16 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by hnnrs at 4:16 PM PST - 7 comments
Link to Windows XP Service Pack 1a?
Help me find a link to the full Windows XP Service Pack 1a. I'm going mad here. [more inside]
posted by Squid Voltaire at 3:46 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Squid Voltaire at 3:46 PM PST - 12 comments
Question about defense attorneys
Why do defense attorneys defend those who are clearly guilty? Do they have no conscience? Do they do it for fame? Do they do it for the easy money (will get paid even though the verdict will definitely be guilty)?
How does a new graphic design grad get the attention of an ad agency?
How does a new graphic design grad get the attention of an ad agency? [more inside]
Buy a case for a double bass?
Mrs Singingfish has the opportunity to have her double bass transported from Europe to Australia in a shipping container. At present she has no case for it, but the container she's getting it shipped in will also going to have a baby grand piano in it, so the container will be being packed by professional instrument movers, so the bass will be crated etc. Do you think she should buy a soft case for extra insurance? A hard (flight) case is out of the question due to cost and bulk.
1975. A great year for cinema. And wine. And pickup lines. Cars? I'm pretty sure no.
What's the best 1975 car a guy can get? [more inside]
Comprehensive Spanish resource?
Comprehensive Spanish resource? [more inside]
What to do when you see someone being bullied
Do you know of any helpful resources about how to handle being witness to an uncomfortable and/or scary public conflict? [more inside]
How to find episodes of the BBC comedy The Thick of It in the US
I like sweets, and I like potatoes, why not sweet potatoes?
What are some good recipes to transform a sweet potato hater into a sweet potato lover? [more inside]
posted by radiomayonnaise at 1:56 PM PST - 54 comments
posted by radiomayonnaise at 1:56 PM PST - 54 comments
Artfilter: Researching the relationship between artist-as-maker and artist-as-character. Little help?
Artfilter: Researching the relationship between artist-as-maker and artist-as-character. Little help? [more inside]
Where can a teacher take a group of 13 to eat in NYC?
Where are some good, fun, and affordable places to take a group of preteens to eat in NYC? [more inside]
Speak up? or Shut up?
Okay, complicated child of divorce question. Context: back in 2008 my parents separated, they are still going through the divorce process. My dad told me the other day that his lawyer described this particular divorce as the worst he has seen in his 30 years as a lawyer. They were married for 34 years, have a 30 something daughter and two twenty something sons (one of them being me). [more inside]
How do you prove you've been living apart for separation/divorce?
How do you prove you've been living apart for separation/divorce? [more inside]
Will I have to pay UK tax on my tax-exempt US income?
I'm tax-exempt in the US as a visiting scholar. When I go back to the UK, will I have to pay UK tax on the income I earned in the US? [more inside]
posted by lapsangsouchong at 1:12 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by lapsangsouchong at 1:12 PM PST - 8 comments
Watching 3D Movies
Where in the theater is the best place to sit while watching a 3D movie? [more inside]
Woo!
I'm need help building a playlist of good melancholy songs with 'Woo' prominently in the background. Like Ane Brun's "10 seconds" or Wiz Khalifa's "When U Find". Not just songs that have a chorus, or have a chorus on the refrain, but ones that feature the 'woo' prominently like these two.
posted by cashman at 1:00 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by cashman at 1:00 PM PST - 14 comments
How do I export photos from video at a set time interval.
I have an hour long video (at .avi format) that I want to sample at 5 second intervals. Is there a software with such functionality that can automatically export a picture of the video at certain time intervals?
posted by typography at 12:54 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by typography at 12:54 PM PST - 5 comments
Please recommend a full powered notebook for a hackintosh install.
Please recommend a full powered notebook for a hackintosh install. [more inside]
Home in Montreal?
Can you recommend a neighbourhood in Montreal for me to live in? I prefer vibrant, lefty, funky, bohemian areas. [more inside]
What do I charge for managing social media?
What do I charge for managing social media? [more inside]
How do I behave when he's asking for a little break to think things over?
How do I behave when he's asking for a little break to think things over? [more inside]
posted by lunachick at 12:43 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by lunachick at 12:43 PM PST - 15 comments
Anything new in philosophy after Russell, early 20th century?
[PhilosophyFilter] Are there any responses in the 20th/21st century to Bertrand Russel's stance on existence, beliefs, logic, truth, and knowledge, as he presented it in The Problems of Philosophy? If yes, what and from whom? [more inside]
posted by knz at 12:36 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by knz at 12:36 PM PST - 17 comments
No translation language flash cards!
Monolingual flash card resources: Got any? [more inside]
How can I turn off my MiFi while it's charging?
I have a Verizon MiFi, which I love, EXCEPT: [more inside]
posted by DMelanogaster at 12:23 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by DMelanogaster at 12:23 PM PST - 11 comments
I can't be the first person to ever want this website!
I'd like to set up an online lottery to pick a winner for a small contest. There is no money involved. What's the best way to do this? [more inside]
Emergency tax advice: US citizen worked ½ the year in the US, ½ in the UK. Please Help!
I’ve been living in London for the past 6 months, and somehow the US tax deadline escaped my radar until now. Help! [more inside]
Finding a recent MeFi comment
Help me find the recent MeFi comment account of this gangster's philosophy of women, (treat them nice until they say they love you.) [more inside]
posted by brenton at 12:10 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by brenton at 12:10 PM PST - 5 comments
Seeking head-mounted display for work
Best head-mounted display for reading text @ 1920 x 1200? [more inside]
TwangFilter
I want to record/create/find the kind of groaning/sudden pinging/twanging noise you get when a large metal structure is under a lot of stress. Suggestions for how to achieve this? [more inside]
Man vs. wasp
[Waspfilter] Where can I get my hands on some diazon (aka diazinon, aka Knox-Out) insecticide? Failing that, what can I do to get rid of all these wasps? [more inside]
How will the interwebs be affected if the Big One hits CA?
Should I consider changing from a Bay Area/LA based webhost to a less earthquake-prone region, & if so, where? [more inside]
posted by yoga at 11:54 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by yoga at 11:54 AM PST - 4 comments
Is the poet Jane Hirshfield married/partnered?
Is the poet Jane Hirshfield married/partnered?
Private Special Schools in CT
Any recommendations on private schools for children with learning disabilities/social challenges, specifically in CT? [more inside]
Painters have scratched the windows
Repairing scratched windows on a house? [more inside]
Kinda like musical chairs....but without the music, or the chairs.... just the humiliation of being the one left without a seat.
So, I finally have a job with opportunity for advancement, and two positions have opened up. The glitch is that I'm competing for one of these two positions with two other people, both of whom I work closely with. Also, once the decisions have been made, the two who are selected will have to work with the un-selected one until replacements have been found. I need advice on how to navigate this awkward situation with professionalism and grace. [more inside]
love hurts/crazy in love
lies! love! cheating! how to overcome & move on? [more inside]
I Survived - Now What?
If an event of apocalyptic proportions were to occur, which services would shut down first? [more inside]
Read anything interesting about the history of pop music media?
Research filter: can anybody recommend any books/articles/etc. on rock & pop music media in the late 70's and very early 80's. [more inside]
posted by patnasty at 11:19 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by patnasty at 11:19 AM PST - 5 comments
Multi users on one system and Access
I posted a previous question about fixing permissions on an Access/PostGreSQL d/b I use at work. Now what I'm attempting to do is enable using Access with multiple users on the same machine. [more inside]
I hate you! I hate you! Oh, wait.
You know how in movies when the two (heretofore antagonistic) main characters are arguing bitterly, and in the heat of the moment one of the them reaches out and grabs the other in frustration, which leads to an abrupt and pregnant pause, and then all of a sudden they're making out? Yeah. Does that happen in real life? [more inside]
Books/lectures about healthcare?
Where can I find a good book (or audiobook) explaining the history of healthcare, and the current state of affairs? [more inside]
Your Business card doesn't say if your prefer Dinner or a Movie.
An attractive female handed me her business card. It has her mobile number on it. Whats the best way to ask her on a date (Best = highest % of success, lowest possible creepy factor)? [more inside]
What else is an MLIS good for?
I picked the wrong time to go to library school. What else can I do with my life? [more inside]
posted by Daily Alice at 10:57 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Daily Alice at 10:57 AM PST - 11 comments
Taking the Kid on the Up and Up
How do I get my boyfriend's kid to Europe without trouble at the borders? [more inside]
posted by RedEmma at 10:56 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by RedEmma at 10:56 AM PST - 5 comments
How do you draw the line about which racists to call out versus which ones to let slide?
When people my age say something against gays or against blacks I try to call them out. When my 81 grandpa says something I just let it slide figuring he was raised that way. What rules do you personally use to reconcile this kind of conflict? [more inside]
Can performance beat experience?
How should I prepare to apply for a promotion? [more inside]
Confusion
Does anyone know where the Jörg Koopman photo on the cover of Fauna Flash's Confusion album was taken? [more inside]
posted by Kiwi at 10:11 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Kiwi at 10:11 AM PST - 2 comments
Books about ecstasy and death
Help me find books about the ecstasies of death, and body snatching. [more inside]
posted by past at 10:03 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by past at 10:03 AM PST - 15 comments
How to distinguish between ADHD and anxiety disorder?
How to distinguish between ADHD and anxiety disorder, given that they (a) are frequently co-morbid and (b) have overlapping symptoms? [more inside]
posted by limon at 9:58 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by limon at 9:58 AM PST - 13 comments
Jason Priestly, Spandex on Ice.
Where can I see Jason Priestley's 1992 Olympic figure skating skit from Saturday Night Live? [more inside]
posted by something something at 9:41 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by something something at 9:41 AM PST - 4 comments
Am I to Fix The Broken Pipe Beneath the House?
Am I to Fix The Broken Pipe Beneath the House? [more inside]
How to sell a car
How should I go about selling my 1999 Ford Ranger? [more inside]
Where can I buy more of these water bottles?
Where can I buy more of these water bottles? [more inside]
small plane, big phobia
How scary is the plane ride from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids? [more inside]
posted by Morpeth at 9:10 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Morpeth at 9:10 AM PST - 22 comments
Looking for graphic adult content... wait, let me rephrase that
What are your top five items for an adult graphic novel collection in a public library? Our system is looking at the possibility of creating a new section for adult graphic novels (right now we have the majority of them in YA, and the remainder interfiled through non-fic), and I was asked my opinion on new titles that we could buy to fill out the ranks. [more inside]
posted by codacorolla at 9:02 AM PST - 56 comments
posted by codacorolla at 9:02 AM PST - 56 comments
Russo-Japanese War, part II
Please help me decide between Eastern Europe and Japan for vacation. [more inside]
posted by jefficator at 8:31 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by jefficator at 8:31 AM PST - 16 comments
Is this normal?
I'm currently taking a second break from a relationship with a guy who suffers from Bipolar type I, OCD, paranoia (possibly paranoid schitzophrenia), and ADHD who also has heart problems. We've fought non-stop for most of 7 months and only for the last month or so has there been any extended amount of enjoyable time. Is there anything left in this relationship to salvage? [more inside]
How can I return a favour without being flirtatious?
How can I return a favour without being flirtatious? [more inside]
Jobs with heavy travel
I want a career that requires a lot of travel. What are my options, and how do I position myself to get one of these jobs? [more inside]
What's William & Mary have in store for her?
What's William & Mary have in store for her? [more inside]
posted by lpsguy at 8:10 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by lpsguy at 8:10 AM PST - 12 comments
eyeglasses frames are too tight
How do I loosen the spring hinges on my eyeglasses? [more inside]
posted by goml at 8:02 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by goml at 8:02 AM PST - 6 comments
How do I keep my laptop functioning in my dusty room?
How do I keep my awesome new laptop functioning well in my incredibly dusty room? [more inside]
Where to buy a black diamond?
Black diamond engagement rings? [more inside]
Waking up the GF
How do I sleep more peacefully? [more inside]
And if you have managed to graduate from college / without ever having written "Man vs. Nature" / in a margin, perhaps now / is the time to take one step forward.
Poetry-filter: Who has written about writing in books? [more inside]
posted by activitystory at 7:16 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by activitystory at 7:16 AM PST - 4 comments
Need a substitute for my favorite tea.
My favorite tea blend has been permanently discontinued. Please help me find an almost-adequate substitute. Celestial Seasonings Almond Sunset tea is gone and will stay gone, according to them. I'm trying to think of finding a substitute as a new mini-hobby, but don't want to just start buying boxes of tea at random. Ingredient list follows. [more inside]
posted by kestralwing at 7:12 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by kestralwing at 7:12 AM PST - 16 comments
Collecting money for family of coworker who passed away
Coworker is collecting money for family of another coworker who passed away. (It's customary here.) Coworker wants to know whether to make a list of those who donated. I advised to do so, just in case. WWMFD?
posted by SillyShepherd at 7:02 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by SillyShepherd at 7:02 AM PST - 20 comments
I'm really not in London...
Help! My Gmail and Facebook accounts have been stolen and the passwords changed. Someone I know just called to tell me that he got an email saying that I'm in London in a hospital and need money immediately. What do I do?
posted by non-kneebiter at 6:58 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by non-kneebiter at 6:58 AM PST - 9 comments
How to find "the one" again.
How do you really get over someone you really, truly loved who's left you? Or how to fall in love with someone new? [more inside]
"what you risk reveals what you value"
What precautions to take when meeting a online romantic interest in a foreign country? [more inside]
So now you're disabled!
I just qualified for Social Security disability payments. Now what? [more inside]
A matter apparently trivial, indeed.
This might be a bit of a long shot, but I have a question about a particular passage in Herman Melville's Billy Budd. [more inside]
posted by synecdoche at 6:31 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by synecdoche at 6:31 AM PST - 8 comments
iTunes won't download latest versions of podcasts!
iTunes will not download the latest podcasts from my subscriptions. Even if I unsubscribe and delete all my podcasts and then subscribe again, it won't download the latest ones. This happens for multiple podcasts. I've uninstall/reinstalled iTunes and the same thing. If I go to the podcast directly in the iTunes store, I can click on the specific episode and download it but it won't update in iTunes even if I try to manually update. Any ideas? It's driving me crazy and Apple won't help. My settings haven't changed. I have it set to check every hour and download the most recent one and to only keep unplayed podcasts.
The Justice Stevens appointment
Trivia about Gerald Ford's appointment of Justice Stevens [more inside]
posted by commander_cool at 5:29 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by commander_cool at 5:29 AM PST - 2 comments
Mitsubishi projector won't display Vista
Hi fellow Me-fites! I am puzzled by this: we have a Mitusbishi projector (it is several years old) that simply will not project with a Vista desktop. It will display from XP Pro all day long, but if we switch the cable to a Vista machine, it goes all "No Signal" on us. Please help, as I am the local desktop support guy and they are looking to me for resolution! :-) Thanks!
Please recommend bands you find similar to O.A.R. and Angels and Airwaves.
Please recommend bands you find similar to O.A.R. and Angels and Airwaves. [more inside]
Malware pretending to be User Account Control aieee
My computer (XP SP2) is infected with malware that pretends to be User Account Control. Help! [more inside]
posted by Praxis at 3:47 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by Praxis at 3:47 AM PST - 33 comments
Help me find my clothing
Help me find a lamp that will allow me to see my clothing. [more inside]
posted by A Terrible Llama at 3:21 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by A Terrible Llama at 3:21 AM PST - 15 comments
What is the process of checking a vehicle from a private seller?
Buying a motor vehicle. How do I make sure it is not stolen? [more inside]
posted by ElmerFishpaw at 1:45 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by ElmerFishpaw at 1:45 AM PST - 5 comments
Finnegans Wake volume that includes annotations?
Is there a physical (not online) edition of Finnegans Wake that includes any sort of annotation in the same volume with the novel? [more inside]
April 13
I want to get rid of my iBook.
How can I effectively clean off the hard drive of my iBook G3 (running OSX 10.3) so that I can sell it? I bought it used with a fresh install and don't have any install discs or whatnot. [more inside]
So few options, yet so many questions...
Need some input on how to interpret my friend's wedding invitation gift requests... [more inside]
posted by keep it under cover at 9:51 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by keep it under cover at 9:51 PM PST - 23 comments
Extreme Sports Books
Confusion reigns
How do you know whether you just like someone as a friend, or as something more? [more inside]
Organic Chem question: stereochemisty in this Taxol tail synthesis step.
Please explain the stereochemistry of this reaction. [more inside]
Travel in South America
What should I know before backpacking across South America? Experienced travelers' advice needed! [more inside]
Can you bring a cigarette roller on a plane in Canada?
Can you bring a cigarette roller on a plane in Canada? [more inside]
need sleep but need to wake up too...
Help me figure out a way to wake up from the nap I so desperately need. [more inside]
help me find this book
Help me find this sci-fi book I read a while ago! [more inside]
How to fix sticky poop.
Help me find a solution to my toddler's sticky poop issues. Details inside. [more inside]
Condensed outline of construction managment classes
Is there a "cliffs notes" version for construction science classes? [more inside]
Bed Bugs: TV?
Someone in my building (clean loft) left a TV in the hall, with a "FREE" sign on it. I took it. I trust my neighbors but am still paranoid of bed bugs. How likely is it that bed bugs could be in an LCD TV, and can I check for them? I searched earlier bed bug questions & Google and couldn't find reliable stuff about electronics.
posted by Damn That Television at 8:13 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Damn That Television at 8:13 PM PST - 19 comments
Can this cookie sheet be saved?
Is this drug making me sick?
Is Zyrtec making me grumpy? [more inside]
Ronald or The Arts?
Posting anonymously because I want an unbiased opinion.
I am a fiction writer and full time postgraduate student. I am currently working on my first speculative (multi-genre) novel with the aim of having it finished by the end of the year. Is it a good idea to put up a sponsorship page where people can chip in to help me complete my goals? [more inside]
Oh the shame
Can you help me come to terms with my DUI? [more inside]
Sports games for the DS?
What are the best sports games for the Nintendo DS or Game Boy Advance? [more inside]
posted by reenum at 7:49 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by reenum at 7:49 PM PST - 4 comments
Where can I find a good starter kit for motorcycle maintenance/repair tools?
I just purchased a Suzuki SV650 and I want to know where I can find a starter tool kit for maintaining the motorcycle. I bought a Haynes Service Manual/Handbook and want to regularly maintain the bike myself. Changing oil, check spark plugs, air filter, tire pressure, drive chain wear, etc... I would rather not buy all the tools separately one by one as that would not only be more time consuming but I don't know where to start. [more inside]
posted by Wanderer7 at 7:43 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Wanderer7 at 7:43 PM PST - 14 comments
I want to hear a cricket sing "You are the only animal who can think!"
I'm looking for a Jiminy Cricket mp3 and can't find it anywhere. It's a Disney Sing-a-Long called "You are a Human Animal." [more inside]
posted by mattbucher at 7:36 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by mattbucher at 7:36 PM PST - 7 comments
I have an unexpected cat. Help.
What do I do with this cat that followed me home? [more inside]
posted by Dormant Gorilla at 7:20 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Dormant Gorilla at 7:20 PM PST - 19 comments
Please help me get a new job!
Can't stand my job anymore, and need advice. [more inside]
Tie a yellow ribbon around the old Draccy?
[Bow-tie Filter]: Bow-tie virgin in mid-thirties would like to start sporting the look in a business casual work environment. Advice needed! [more inside]
posted by Draccy at 7:00 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by Draccy at 7:00 PM PST - 30 comments
Goose accident
Someone driving in front of us mortally wounded a Canada goose. Was there anything we could have done? [more inside]
Show me the... cache.
What's the best way cache and archive web bookmarks? (Firefox, Vista) [more inside]
How to listen to music from PC to home theater while utilizing sub woofer?
How can I listen to music from my PC on a home theater while utilizing my sub woofer? I have my PC in a different room, hooked up with an optical cable to my home theater receiver. When I play music from iTunes on my PC, the sound only comes out of my main floor speakers and not my sub woofer. Is this possible with regular music tracks? [more inside]
posted by dpollitt at 6:45 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by dpollitt at 6:45 PM PST - 11 comments
Economic drudge report site?
Does anyone know of a quick hit economic dashboard where I can get all the economic data in a snapshot? [more inside]
Who's who or not?
How tacky is it to be included in a Who's Who list? And, how much of a big shot do you have to be in order to be included? [more inside]
posted by jujube at 6:22 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by jujube at 6:22 PM PST - 14 comments
Help me google something!
Once I saw a drawing accompanying Jacques Monod's biochemical maxim "What is true of E. coli is true of the elephant." Can you help me find it again? [more inside]
What's the (Toy) Story?
I have this Toy Story talking Woody doll from around 1998 or 1999. For the last ten years, I haven't been able to figure out one of the phrases he says when you push the button on his chest. Help me figure it out! [more inside]
posted by pyjammy at 6:07 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by pyjammy at 6:07 PM PST - 37 comments
Funky Melbourne suburbs?
MelbourneFilter - what are some funky neighbourhoods to explore now I've seen & done everything in Collingwood, Fitzroy, Carlton, Brunswick, Prahran, Windsor & St Kilda?
posted by UbuRoivas at 6:04 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by UbuRoivas at 6:04 PM PST - 14 comments
Left expensive watch in hotel, any help?
Expensive watch left in a hotel room - never turned in by hotel staff - do I have any recourse? [more inside]
Hardware + Windows 7 Pro + XP Mode?
Can I use a Keyspan USB-to-serial adapter with a Windows XP 32-bit application running within XP Compatibility Mode within Windows 7 Professional 64-bit? [more inside]
I want to feel pretty but not itchy
Longtime eczema sufferer looking for bath and body product recommendations, especially shampoos and facial moisturizers. [more inside]
posted by rachaelfaith at 5:26 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by rachaelfaith at 5:26 PM PST - 22 comments
Spending time in a large, goofy costume
What did you do to occupy yourself while in a large, goofy costume? [more inside]
Poke.
Facebook filter: Why can't I see all of my friends when they're online? [more inside]
Help make Aladdin special
Metamusical: Please help Aladdin musical become super awesome. [more inside]
posted by fantasticninety at 4:54 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by fantasticninety at 4:54 PM PST - 10 comments
best transcribing software
I have to transcribe some chemistry notes. The text isn't too bad to read for a human, but I don't think that OCR would be much of use here. There are few arrows and lines. I guess I would have to transcribe it manually, but is there some software that can help me, even partially?
posted by leigh1 at 4:49 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by leigh1 at 4:49 PM PST - 8 comments
Questions on filing tax amendment
I filed my state and federal taxes last month; on each return I filed as a dependent, believing my parents were claiming me for last year. Turns out they didn't, so now I need to file an amendment. Should I pay the taxes I owed according to my 'dependent status' before my amendment is processed? [more inside]
posted by Think_Long at 4:26 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Think_Long at 4:26 PM PST - 4 comments
I need to find you
Help find Korea and Japan-based companies in Seattle, WA to help with my job search. [more inside]
posted by kinakomochi at 3:49 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by kinakomochi at 3:49 PM PST - 6 comments
How do I go about learning photoshop?
How do I go about learning photoshop? [more inside]
In what way can hemp powder spoil?
How does hemp powder spoil?
What would determine if it was no longer able to be consumed?
What are some non-food uses for hemp powder? [more inside]
posted by Vrai at 2:33 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Vrai at 2:33 PM PST - 3 comments
Rock And Roll Over
looking for some html code for a decent presentation for photos-- specifically the kind where you mouse-over a thumbnail and it displays that one large, so you can look at all of them simply by mousing over each one. [more inside]
snacks are better when they fall
Are there any hacks for getting a packet of food that's stuck in the vending machine out? Besides calling the technician or buying the item behind it, of course.
posted by millions of peaches at 2:24 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by millions of peaches at 2:24 PM PST - 27 comments
JSL (Japanese Sign Language) Interpreter?
How do I find someone who can interpret between JSL (Japanese Sign Language) and spoken English, in the San Francisco area.
Looked around online and can't figure out whom I'd go to. Any ideas?
God doesn't punish you for watching American Idol
I want him to quit judging me and blaming me for how he feels about his life. [more inside]
large recent increase in airfare?
I last flew in September and the price was 300 bucks for one way non-stop flight. Now, in April, it's 600 dollars for the non-stop, and the cheapest flight has a layover, AND is 80 (380) dollars more. Is there a reason for the large increase in flying costs these past 6 months? [more inside]
posted by symbioid at 1:57 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by symbioid at 1:57 PM PST - 17 comments
In search of eating disorder specialist in Chapel Hill, NC
A loved one needs a recommendation for a therapist who specializes in eating disorders in the Durham/Chapel Hill, NC area. The UNC eating disorders program is not an option. Blue Cross network would be ideal, but is not required. [more inside]
Tuning Out
Should I cancel cable? [more inside]
How to get Linux LVM and dm-crypt to play nice with Truecrypt?
Linux LVM + dm-crypt filter: how to get my LVM to work with my Truecrypt-protected Win7 partition, from an MBR perspective? [more inside]
posted by jingzuo at 11:53 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by jingzuo at 11:53 AM PST - 4 comments
I need to listen to something interesting. But not too interesting.
I need to listen to something interesting. But not too interesting. What can I do for non-distracting but not boring background noise while working? [more inside]
Amputee sprinters.
Would an athlete with one or both arms amputated be faster or slower than they would otherwise? [more inside]
Looking for a good science fiction "god" book
Show me abject corruption from a god-like character [more inside]
posted by Lord Fancy Pants at 11:45 AM PST - 41 comments
posted by Lord Fancy Pants at 11:45 AM PST - 41 comments
Creative office hiding places for an ongoing coworker prank?
My colleague and I are in a battle to hide a silly stress toy in each other's work spaces. Help me think of creative ways to get it to him! [more inside]
posted by aquanet at 11:26 AM PST - 47 comments
posted by aquanet at 11:26 AM PST - 47 comments
This is something I'd need to own a television to need.
Can you help me find this television stand? [more inside]
posted by dyobmit at 11:24 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by dyobmit at 11:24 AM PST - 3 comments
What's a gay kitchen?
Ok to use 'All Rights Reserved' pictures from Flickr in blog posts?
I often see big-deal blogs such as Consumerist using third-party Flickr pictures to illustrate stories. I'm under the impression that when these pictures are tagged with an appropriate Creative Commons license, that such use is ok (as long as it falls under the restrictions set forth). But if it's explicitly tagged 'All Rights Reserved' how is this OK? Are they getting permission in each instance?
Quack goes the "doctor"
Have you had success warning off a relative or friend from long-term engagement in quackery? Please tell me how you succeeded. [more inside]
posted by ImproviseOrDie at 11:03 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by ImproviseOrDie at 11:03 AM PST - 10 comments
Language book for cavemen?
Have there been any attempts to make a book designed to teach a language (whether natural or constructed), without reference to another language? [more inside]
posted by Jebdm at 10:51 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Jebdm at 10:51 AM PST - 17 comments
How are commerical lease costs quoted?
How do commercial real estate quotes work in Canada? Are they monthly or annual? [more inside]
posted by generichuman at 10:46 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by generichuman at 10:46 AM PST - 3 comments
Using my words isn't enough, I need to use yours too!
Help me name and describe these creatures in a story I'm writing! [more inside]
The Finest Outdoor Dining in the Big Apple
Visiting New York City this weekend! Got any recommendations for fantastic barbecue joints with outdoor seating? How about restaurants of any kind with scenic outdoor seating? [more inside]
disabled people and legal documents
How can a disabled (paralysed) person sign a legal document? [more inside]
The Exchange 2003 IMF is a MF allright
How to adjust Exchange 2003's IMF settings - or, alternatively, edit everybody's 'safe senders' lists in Outlook - to stop @importantcompany.com's emails from winding up in the JunkMail folder? Because all the proposed 'whitelisting' options for Exchange 2003 kind of suck. [more inside]
What's my gadget solution?
Can you recommend a device that measures pace, distance and (I guess) GPS for use while running? I'm most interested in tracking my pace and distance. And, if affordable, saving whatever routes I've run and uploading them to my computer. [more inside]
Greek handwriting
How can I improve my Greek handwriting? [more inside]
How much to charge for a video game treatment?
How much should I charge to write a video game treatment? [more inside]
Maybe that accountant was worth the $800 after all !
Is this dental procedure worth my money?
Is my dentist doing a pointless procedure on my maybe-cavity? [more inside]
posted by kmavap at 9:18 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by kmavap at 9:18 AM PST - 14 comments
Why won't my paint stick to certain areas of the canvas?
Why won't my paint stick to certain areas of the canvas? [more inside]
posted by roxie5 at 8:53 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by roxie5 at 8:53 AM PST - 8 comments
Sliding glass door help
Sliding glass door owners-- Is there any way to keep outside dirt/sand from entering the inside track/runner? [more inside]
Help me remove my window screen.
I need help removing my window screen, it seems simple but I must be missing something. [more inside]
Good book about the Chechen war?
Are there any good books about the Chechen war that also give some historical background on Russian relations with the Caucasus? [more inside]
IS USA TODAY LEFT, RIGHT, OR CENTER?
Is someone online keeping track of how partisan each newspaper is, on some kind of left-to-right spectrum? [more inside]
Help a not-quite-musical-theatre geek fake it well enough to pass
Which showtunes should I try to memorize to improve my [already awesome] experience at a singalong piano bar? [more inside]
posted by Eshkol at 8:31 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Eshkol at 8:31 AM PST - 13 comments
How do I find wood-working space?
Mr. bibbit loves wood-working, and used to do it back when he had access to a shop. He has most of the tools that he would need to start up again, but he doesn't have the space. I know nothing about wood-working and space requirements. I want to get this ball rolling for him. What do I need to know or do? [more inside]
posted by bibbit at 8:29 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by bibbit at 8:29 AM PST - 11 comments
How much can I sell this rare record for?
I found this record at a thrift store yesterday, and I'd like to sell it on eBay. What's a reasonable minimum (i.e. reserve) price? [more inside]
posted by The Card Cheat at 8:20 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by The Card Cheat at 8:20 AM PST - 9 comments
How do I maximize my education tax credits?
I have two years and $6,500 to pay my tuition. What I want to know is, what should I pay in tax year 2010 and what should I pay in tax year 2011 to maximize educational tax credits? [more inside]
Wanted: "Programmatic Handwriting Recognition for Dummies".
How can I learn how to programmatically recognized Japanese handwriting? [more inside]
posted by Vorteks at 7:57 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Vorteks at 7:57 AM PST - 9 comments
Trying to remember the name of this company
About 5 years back there was an online PC retailer who had this fantastic looking website with all these super-powered liquid-cooled PCs. But when people went to order them, they didn't have any to sell. [more inside]
posted by smoothvirus at 7:49 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by smoothvirus at 7:49 AM PST - 2 comments
How do I get a CSV file to display properly?
I suspect I have a problem using OS X to upload a CSV file to a webform, and I suspect I’ll need an XLS guru to help me figure it out. [more inside]
posted by digitalprimate at 7:35 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by digitalprimate at 7:35 AM PST - 7 comments
Non-academic jobs for a statistician/ecologist in Israel?
What are some non-academic jobs near Tel Aviv, Israel that would be a good fit for someone with training in statistics (MA) and ecology (PhD)? [more inside]
Texas spaz looking for guidance.
How do I act less spastic? [more inside]
Market-timing leading to marital problems
How to convince husband to stop market-timing investing? (Or what compromise to seek?) [more inside]
What's yours is ours
Marital Finances filter: I'm curious about how couples decide if they are going to be an "our money" couple or a "your money/my money" couple. [more inside]
posted by ThatCanadianGirl at 7:16 AM PST - 69 comments
posted by ThatCanadianGirl at 7:16 AM PST - 69 comments
computer virus protection and removal program?
Can anyone recommend an affordable, effective computer virus protection and removal program?
My cats are STRANGE
[KITTY FILTER] My mother-and-daughter cat team both seem fascinated with the pepper shaker on the table, and love to rub their
heads against it. They haven't tried to actually eat any. The daughter likes to sniff it, though. Web searches on cats and pepper
only turn up the use of black pepper as a cat-repellant. Are my kitties
wired backwards?
Wherez the peoplez at?
Please help me think of as many possible subcultures in the greater Boston area. [more inside]
Thank you for banking with us
Credit union, in Austin, with online bill pay? [more inside]
Mama Drama
My mom is living with us in a one bedroom apartment now after getting beat up and kicked out on the streets. I am miserable. Solutions? [more inside]
Alternative to Technorati?
Who apart from Technorati carries a constantly updated list of blogs with some kind of rating? Problem: blogs not in the US/UK... [more inside]
I want things that make you grunt
What's your favorite little-known poem? [more inside]
OUTLOOK! *shakes fist*
How do I get Outlook 2007 to stop deleting my emails from the server when receiving, thus making them unavailable in webmail? [more inside]
He shoots, he scores!
OhMyGod we did it! We're pregnant! Umm...now what? [more inside]
posted by TomMelee at 5:54 AM PST - 56 comments
posted by TomMelee at 5:54 AM PST - 56 comments
Best 3D animation program?
What is the best program that I should learn for 3D animation? [more inside]
posted by Wolfster at 5:47 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Wolfster at 5:47 AM PST - 6 comments
Firewalls, proxies and Wordpress
Can a firewall around a self-hosted Wordpress blog prevent widgets or plugins from working? I've had trouble installing some popular Wordpress widgets. When I look through support threads and forums, it looks like I'm doing all the right things. No typos, all settings correct for my situation, etc. No-one else seems to have a similar problem. [more inside]
Screw me
A few years ago I bought a set of chrome/glass shelves from Paperchase, which screwed together with screws and an Allen key. Now I can't find the screws. Is it possible for me to find Allen key screws? (I'm in London.) [more inside]
Working Poor Federal Tax Payer
Has someone who is 60 and started work at age 20, having worked minimum wage their entire life, ever actually paid USA federal income tax? [more inside]
April 12
Awkward Conversations + Significant Other = ??
Are awkward conversations with a significant other normal? [more inside]
Journalist ponders life outside this sinking industry
I want to be a corporate litigator. Or a government economist. Or a geophysicist. Or corporate finance guru. Or something. Please held this 32-year-old journalist explore possible second career options. [more inside]
pix please.
where can i download hi-res images of a full frontal shot of an imac g5?
posted by violetk at 10:41 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by violetk at 10:41 PM PST - 5 comments
Help me decide on a grad school!
GradSchoolFilter: I want to get a Masters in (Electrical and) Computer Engineering. I've been accepted to 4 schools (STILL waiting on my 5th), and the impending deadline is crippling my decision making abilities--help! joydivasian-specifics below: [more inside]
posted by joydivasian at 10:04 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by joydivasian at 10:04 PM PST - 9 comments
Where have I seen this picture?
I am 99% sure I recognize this picture from an album I owned - but which album was it? [more inside]
posted by SputnikSweetheart at 9:47 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by SputnikSweetheart at 9:47 PM PST - 3 comments
Difference between anti-spyware and anti-virus?
What are the main differences between anti-spyware and anti-virus? [more inside]
posted by meta.mark at 9:45 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by meta.mark at 9:45 PM PST - 6 comments
Perpetual Direct Debit?
13 months ago I signed a 12 month contract for martial arts tuition, for payment to be directly debited from my bank account fortnightly. About 6 months ago I moved cities, and hence was no longer able to continue with the lessons. Knowing that I signed a contract for 12 months I figured that I should honour it despite having no way of actually using the service I was paying for. The period of the contract I signed has now lapsed, and yet the money is still coming out of my account... [more inside]
Based in Hollywood, CA. However deal with clients across America.
How would you promote a Webdesign company? [more inside]
Looking for a certain video of a man being killed in increasingly implausible ways
I'm looking for a certain video that I saw about half a year ago: it involves a man walking down the street, and being assaulted and repeatedly killed in gratuitously bloody ways by otherwise mundane objects on that street. [more inside]
Marketers, how can I decide if marketing is the right career for me?
I am trying to decide whether to pursue marketing (my degree subject) as a career or try something totally different, and if anyone works in marketing I would find it really helpful to know the following [more inside]
posted by AuroraSky at 8:47 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by AuroraSky at 8:47 PM PST - 2 comments
broke on wheels
PC laptop rental in Hogtown?
I need to rent a couple of laptops (PC, not Mac) for a month in Toronto to teach a class. Who do I call to make that happen? [more inside]
posted by Bobby Bittman at 8:41 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Bobby Bittman at 8:41 PM PST - 8 comments
What interesting things in Brooklyn can you be a member of?
My best friend just moved to Brooklyn. Her birthday is coming up, and I'd like to give her a membership to some local institution that she could frequent. What are my options? [more inside]
(3G iPhone + WiFi iPad) - WiFi = ???
I have a 3G iPhone. If I buy a wireless (no 3G) iPad, is it possible to share my iPhone's 3G connection with my iPad? My goal is to be able to access the internet with my iPad, without having a 3G plan for it.
Help me pick a poem for a gift.
Poetry filter: I am looking for a relatively short (no longer than 10-12 lines) poem or excerpt of a poem (or especially lyrical piece of prose) that conveys the message: "When we are far apart, or fighting, or things are bad, remember that I love you/that we make each other happy." This is for a relationship that is serious but not committed, so please nothing that includes talk of being together forever or being the only one for someone.
posted by shaun uh at 7:56 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by shaun uh at 7:56 PM PST - 17 comments
Single-volume book on conspiracies
I'm looking for a good book that discusses secret societies and/or conspiracy theories, but does so with at least some objectivity and academic rigor (footnotes, reliable sources, etc.) [more inside]
Easy Mexican rice?
Is there a recipe for good, easy Mexican rice? Good here equals strong tomato flavor, peas and carrots (I'm not interested in strict authenticity). Bonus points if I can just dump the ingredients in my rice cooker and be done with it. [more inside]
posted by kingjoeshmoe at 7:21 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by kingjoeshmoe at 7:21 PM PST - 17 comments
What are the good Acting MFA programs currently?
Any current or recent Acting MFA students out there? What are the good programs right now? [more inside]
Do you really care what Aarón Sanchez thinks of your risotto?
So, what do chefs really think about all those FoodNetwork competitions? [more inside]
posted by Thorzdad at 6:53 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Thorzdad at 6:53 PM PST - 20 comments
What is the Korean version of cheaptickets?
How can I buy plane tickets for a trip in South Korea while outside of South Korea? [more inside]
posted by msbrauer at 6:53 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by msbrauer at 6:53 PM PST - 5 comments
Can we refuse our landlord to conduct aesthetic construction on our duplex?
We are renting a duplex in California. Landlord decided to go on a construction kick and revamp the entire exterior. Can we refuse? [more inside]
How do you forgive yourself?
How do you forgive yourself after a relationship ends? [more inside]
Where can I go to find a well-cut suit? I'm 6'3" 190lbs and I'm sick of suits that look like they were made for me before I lost 60 lbs.
Where can I go to find a well-cut suit? I'm 6'3" 190lbs and I'm sick of suits that look like they were made for me before I lost 60 lbs. [more inside]
Can I change to having a job that's fun?
Is it possible this late in life (mid 30s) to transition my career path to something I would actually find fun, or am I in too deep with my paycheck and I just have to look forward to retirement? (Warning: lots of detailed, somewhat rambling, personal viewpoint inside) [more inside]
Traveller's suitcase
Help me find a tattoo artist in both Korea and Japan while giving me advice how to communicate what I want and what the artist thinks I need. [more inside]
posted by Knigel at 5:12 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Knigel at 5:12 PM PST - 7 comments
Sending money home
Help me figure out the best way to regularly transfer money to my family. [more inside]
Do silicon valley style nonprofits (or for-the-public-good companies) exist?
Can NGOs get beyond the dollars and cents of fundraising and really be creative, dynamic, fun places to work? Is it wrong to want to work for a Threadless/startup-style nonprofit? Also: Am I just asking the wrong questions? [more inside]
Text editing and collaboration on the iPhone
Collaborative text editing (or editable wiki) on the iPhone? [more inside]
Please help me pound the pavement as effectively as possible
I would like to find a new job, but I think my first step should be to brush up on my job search skills. What recommendations do you have for how to do that? [more inside]
Dietpower on the web?
Is there a web based service with similar functionality to DietPower? It's a food and exercise tracker but what I like about DietPower (as compared to DailyBurn or other tracking systems that I've seen) is that it doesn't just give you a set number of calories - you input your weight regularly and it does some calculations and either reduces your calorie level or increases it depending on where you are WRT your goal weight. [more inside]
posted by macfly at 3:42 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by macfly at 3:42 PM PST - 8 comments
Is The Cyber Life Infinite?
Novel Research Filter: Any ideas about how to have a continuous internet presence after death. I'm not just wondering about keeping blogs and facebook, Metafilter open but generating actual content. [more inside]
What's in Ballyvaughan?
What's awesome in Ballyvaughan, Ireland? [more inside]
do subletters have rights?
We're subletting, and our landlord is selling. Do we have any rights in this process? [more inside]
When your ex won't take no for an answer
You've broken up. Months ago. Your ex continues to reach out, trying to maintain contact when you've asked them not to. What do you do? [more inside]
Why does this dog pee in his crate?
How can I keep a healthy, adult male doberman from peeing in his crate 2+ times a day? I'm at my wits end! [more inside]
Let me see your Boulders.
What is your favorite mid-sized city with good cultural opportunities, etc., that is near a larger city? [more inside]
science fiction snack ideas please?
science fiction snack ideas please? [more inside]
These Boots Are Made for Walkin'
I want cowboy (cowgirl?) boots. I know nothing about where to buy or what to look for when purchasing cowboy boots. [more inside]
You Can't Escheat Taxes
Recovered escheated stock in Massachusetts - how is it taxed? [more inside]
posted by plinth at 2:03 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by plinth at 2:03 PM PST - 1 comment
American relocating to Sydney, NSW
I am a US citizen who is seriously contemplating moving to Australia. There are many reasons for the potential move, not the least of which is that my partner is located there. However, I hold no degree nor do I have any sort of 'higher education'. Am I fooling myself in thinking that I would be able to move there, find a job and fit in amongst the Australian population? [more inside]
posted by BrianJ at 1:52 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by BrianJ at 1:52 PM PST - 25 comments
How to deal with a bipolar alcoholic sister
My mother and step-father are going to Europe for a month, leaving my bi-polar alcoholic 25 year old sister alone in their house. As I am the only family member without a job that will be in town when they are gone, my mother has told me that I am responsible for keeping an eye on her. The problem is that I am a stay-at-home mom to a 2 year old daughter, that at the moment my husband does not want anywhere near my sister. What to do? [more inside]
posted by Lapin at 1:48 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by Lapin at 1:48 PM PST - 41 comments
the turntables connected to the thingy, the thingys connected to the speakers
I want to listen to records. I think I need a turntable, amp and speakers....help! [more inside]
best book about iraq war
What is the best book out there on the War in/Occupation of Iraq? [more inside]
Do I have to contribute as much to my Roth as stated on my taxes?
My tax preparer reported I contributed more to my Roth IRA than I actually did. Does this matter? [more inside]
posted by beyond_pink at 1:34 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by beyond_pink at 1:34 PM PST - 10 comments
Which law school should I attend?
LawSchoolFilter: Help me weigh the pros and cons of several law schools where I’ve been accepted. (Sorry, lots of detail here!) [more inside]
posted by alleycat01 at 1:26 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by alleycat01 at 1:26 PM PST - 36 comments
h-e-l-p
Looking for a good place to have a private party in and around the Ewing, Washington Crossing, New Hope area in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for 60-70 people. [more inside]
Can't print? That'll be $1
Six months ago I started doing the IT for my company on top of the job I was hired to do; at the time I received a 10% raise (it was also my six-month review). Well, we've doubled in size since then and now the IT work is taking up at least half of my time, but I'm still being paid based on the job I was initially hired for. How much extra should I be getting paid for my IT responsibilities? [more inside]
posted by bizwank at 1:19 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by bizwank at 1:19 PM PST - 15 comments
World Cup Managers
Why are managers of national soccer teams also not required to be citizens of the country whose team they manage? [more inside]
posted by josher71 at 1:15 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by josher71 at 1:15 PM PST - 13 comments
Where can I find an inexpensive men's straw hat like the kind you can find in many Central American markets?
Where can I find an inexpensive men's straw hat like the kind you can find in many Central American markets? [more inside]
Everyone's a little bit racist and sexist and classist and... you get the idea
This Question Has All Sorts of Meta-y Goodness!
When did the practice of putting a noun followed by "-y goodness" (i.e., "buttery goodness", "meaty goodness") in a phrase first come into usage? [more inside]
posted by Hanuman1960 at 12:41 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Hanuman1960 at 12:41 PM PST - 17 comments
Garage sale best practices
Garage sale best practices? [more inside]
Damn you, Tony Bourdain, for taking the name No Reservations
Help me come up with a name for my cooking blog. [more inside]
Publishing fiction anonymously online
How can I publish my fiction online anonymously and still retain the copyright? [more inside]
posted by eeby at 12:14 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by eeby at 12:14 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me find a hit and run driver
On saturday, the family of a friend of mine was killed by a hit and run driver on I-55 outside of New Orleans. My question is; Do you have any ideas how we can raise awareness of this accident, locally, so we might find the hit and run driver?
I believe it's called jogging or yogging; it might be a soft "J".
Recently, I began running regularly for the first time in many, many years. But it seems like I only have two modes: running and walking with no levels in between. How can I train to keep a more consistent pace so that I can achieve a quicker mile and get a better workout? [more inside]
Suggested Psych essays for College Freshmen
Thought-provoking essay or study suggestions for Freshmen/Sophomores to read, debate, and write on in a "Writing Topics in Psychology" class. [more inside]
Say it ain't so I will not go.
What music videos are imitated in the video for "All the small things"? [more inside]
Looking for a "movie experience" tracker.
I am looking for a website that will let me keep records of movie-going experiences. Things like what movie I saw, when I saw it, who I saw it with, what I thought about it, and any interesting circumstances around the viewing. The site also has to have RSS feeds of my entries. [more inside]
Unconventional uses for a netbook?
Broke my Kartell stool. I would like to fix it.
Broke my Kartell stool, both lids fell off [more inside]
Free Information Online
What are some good books written about where to find free information on the internet? What are the legal implications about writing a book about a collection of internet websites?
Computers for the over 60 set
My mom and step dad will shortly be needing a new computer and are planning on shopping this weekend. . . . [more inside]
posted by jaimystery at 11:05 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by jaimystery at 11:05 AM PST - 31 comments
DC-area Audi Mechanics
I need to find a good Audi mechanic in the DC area. [more inside]
posted by schmod at 10:56 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by schmod at 10:56 AM PST - 9 comments
I have no Javascript and I must favourite
Is it possible to enable add-ons like Flash and Javascript in the web browser for the Nintendo DSi?
Ebooks as physical objects
I like e-books, but miss the physical object, collecting and displaying. For my ebooks, what could I cheaply and easily make to stand in as a book on the shelf, to physically browse through my collection? [more inside]
posted by stbalbach at 10:44 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by stbalbach at 10:44 AM PST - 14 comments
Choose the form of the (real estate / finance) Destructor!
Our house in the Chicago suburbs has been on the market for a year, and isn't selling. Should we drop the price till it hurts even more, or try to rent it out and hope the housing market doesn't fall even more? [more inside]
pdf!
Software to organize lots of pdf's? [more inside]
Now what?
I need a new career and I need some ideas. [more inside]
From Sweaty to Sensational in 10 minutes or less
I’m looking for suggestions for how to get myself presentable after a moderately strenuous workout in a minimal amount of time. [more inside]
posted by bibliowench at 9:56 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by bibliowench at 9:56 AM PST - 10 comments
A popcorn-scented bed won't help with the cravings.
Can this mattress be saved from buttery goodness? [more inside]
See-Saw Math
What is the optimal fulcrum height, plank length and maximum angle for a teeter-totter/see-saw? [more inside]
Help me build a new PC
I've decided to buy a new PC, mostly because I want to upgrade before the next WoW expansion. [more inside]
The way to (dinner) in San Jose
Need restaurant suggestions for dinner in San Jose, California. [more inside]
Unexpected expenses of property purchase and ownership
Long time renter, first time buyer. What am I forgetting to budget for? When you bought a house, what expenses took you by surprise? How much of a cash and credit reserve should I keep available for the first six months? [more inside]
posted by slidell at 8:55 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by slidell at 8:55 AM PST - 23 comments
Most visually impressive mechanical computer?
What's the most visually impressive (human scale) mechanical computer (that actually works)? [more inside]
I'm being "slightly cyberstalked" by my girlfriend... should I be concerned?
Recently, I discovered that my girlfriend of has been reading my postings on various sites on the internet through "shoulder surfing" my usernames on them... should I let it go? [more inside]
posted by doompuppy at 8:51 AM PST - 101 comments
posted by doompuppy at 8:51 AM PST - 101 comments
Math PhD with trouble getting academic job in US. What next?
I'm getting a PhD in math (very soon!) and having trouble getting a job. Help? [more inside]
posted by madcaptenor at 8:47 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by madcaptenor at 8:47 AM PST - 31 comments
Of course I'll be there, it wasn't like I had season tickets to the opera or anything...
Help me be less Millennial. [more inside]
Hubig's pies and black indian chiefs
What is the best blog out there annotating and providing context for understanding Tremé? [more inside]
posted by umbú at 8:37 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by umbú at 8:37 AM PST - 7 comments
What water feature?
Help me make a "water feature" - for visual/aural esthetics, as well as attractive to birds and other wild life. [more inside]
Career change ideas?
Job ideas for a burned out teacher (preferably in Burlington, VT)? [more inside]
How to remove Ailanthus stumps?
What's the best/easiest way to do DIY stump removal in a tiny Philadelphia backyard? [more inside]
posted by zempf at 7:45 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by zempf at 7:45 AM PST - 13 comments
I want to write an app that downloads files.
I want to create a very specific software application. Which language should I use? [more inside]
posted by ehamiter at 7:44 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by ehamiter at 7:44 AM PST - 9 comments
Where has all the music gone?
Lots of current pop music as background on UK television shows. Not so much on US shows. What gives? [more inside]
posted by teedee2000 at 7:41 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by teedee2000 at 7:41 AM PST - 8 comments
Cars confuse me
Should I get my 1998 Toyota truck up and running or buy a used car? [more inside]
Plugging in my iPod crashes my USB ports. Halp!
Maybe 3 out of every 5 times I plug my iPod in, it causes Windows to wig out my USB ports until I restart. Can we make it stop doing this? [more inside]
Can thrill seeking be rational?
Know of any resources on Heidegger and thrill seeking? Google fails me. [more inside]
Vacation Disparity
My girlfriend and I have vastly different amounts of paid vacation time. What do I do with all the excess? [more inside]
posted by backseatpilot at 7:10 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by backseatpilot at 7:10 AM PST - 23 comments
I thoroughly recommend this book whose title and author I have quite forgotten
Please help me identify this half-remembered novel: boy genius (Ludo/Ludovic?) is educated by his single mother, who judges quite correctly that he's far too bright to go to school, and who refuses to tell him who his father is because he's the result of a one night stand with somebody she thinks is utterly beneath both of them because he's in advertising or TV or something of that ilk.
posted by flabdablet at 6:51 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by flabdablet at 6:51 AM PST - 4 comments
the Temporary Omnivore
I'm a vegetarian who's interested in giving meat a shot. [more inside]
posted by LSK at 6:43 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by LSK at 6:43 AM PST - 17 comments
Transfer from a debit card to a bank account
How can I transfer from a NYS Direct Payment Card into a bank account? [more inside]
posted by mhz at 6:43 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by mhz at 6:43 AM PST - 2 comments
I don't wanna wear a pepto pink dress!
Dyeing fabric that has intricate sequin-type work on it. [more inside]
Digital Economy Bill - When will it take effect?
Now that the Digital Economy Bill in the UK is rushed through what is the timeline for enforcement?
posted by srboisvert at 5:28 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by srboisvert at 5:28 AM PST - 3 comments
And the dreams go on and on and on
I have telescopic dreams once in a while - dreaming something only to realise that I'm dreaming, "wake up" in another dream, then sometimes switching back to the first dream or "waking up" to another dream entirely. They freak me out quite a bit as I'm never quite sure if or when I'm really awake. Why do these dreams happen? Is anything the matter? [more inside]
posted by divabat at 4:48 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by divabat at 4:48 AM PST - 18 comments
Defying Gravity: Framed Artwork; Slanted Walls.
I have a finished attic, but the walls are all 45 degrees. How do I hang pictures fom these kinds of walls? [more inside]
How close is too close?
What is the legal/building regs/workcover requirement for clearance around the inside of an exit door of a factory in NSW Australia?
How can I remove my picture from a website without hurting a friend's mom?
How can I remove my picture from a website without hurting a friend's mom? [more inside]
posted by Tarumba at 4:11 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Tarumba at 4:11 AM PST - 13 comments
Snow peas and carrots/ And MSG snow falling/ Into our stir fry.
What are some fun ongoing games/jokes housemates can play with each other? [more inside]
posted by twirlypen at 2:33 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by twirlypen at 2:33 AM PST - 24 comments
How many iPhones/iPads can connect to each other through local wifi?
A question for iPhone/iPad/iPod touch app developers: How many iDevices can connect to each other through a local wifi network? What is the maximum number of players you can have in a game at the same time locally? [more inside]
posted by smersh at 1:00 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by smersh at 1:00 AM PST - 11 comments
April 11
My girlfriend wants to have sex daily and I do not. What to do?
My girlfriend wants to have sex daily and I do not. What to do? [more inside]
What should I expect from an improv comedy workshop?
What should I expect from an improv comedy workshop? [more inside]
Mr Lunch
AWESOME VEGETARIAN LUNCHBOX COMBOS! I have decided it will be exciting to pack actual lunchboxes for uni. Help me with some lists of good things to go together. Both really simple and more elaborate menus please. Plus really cheap vs more expensive options. [more inside]
posted by KLF at 10:36 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by KLF at 10:36 PM PST - 12 comments
A Weekend of Beers and Sightseeing in Portland
Three nights in Portland: what to do? [more inside]
posted by ageispolis at 10:26 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by ageispolis at 10:26 PM PST - 19 comments
Help me get it together
I'll be attending Simon Fraser University in the fall. I could really use some advice about arranging financing through student loans. It does get a little complicated, though. [more inside]
Do I have a shot at being the expert?
Inspired by this question: I'm 26, let's say I wanted to become a world renown expert in a serious field of study in the next 10 years (or less). Is there a discipline I could start now, dedicate several years and concentrated study and become good enough to be the go-to expert quoted on the news? [more inside]
posted by 2bucksplus at 10:00 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by 2bucksplus at 10:00 PM PST - 33 comments
It should be the easiest thing in the world!
I'd like to date my best friend. We've known each other for four or five years, and hang out once or twice every couple of weeks. We're very close, and talk a lot on the phone or online. We both find each other attractive.
So my question is, how do I best segue from this platonic relationship into a romantic one? If it goes badly, say if he tells me I've totally misinterpreted the tenor of our relationship, what can I do to patch things over? And - does anyone have any success stories? Thanks so much.
Product design paradigm shifts
Sometimes a new product comes about that has such a unique and superior design, that it completes changes the way we think about that given product.
I am looking for examples of new products that have brought about a significant change in the paradigm of what we though the product could be, and would later become the new standard of how that product would be designed. I'd prefer some examples that only occurred in the past 100 years or so. [more inside]
posted by upplepop at 8:47 PM PST - 52 comments
posted by upplepop at 8:47 PM PST - 52 comments
De La Soul music video with a sunflower in it?
What De La Soul music video involves a person wearing a sunflower costume? [more inside]
help my brother teach 5th graders how to write about history!
Help with Grade 5 Writing Project (related to Thomas J and Declaration of Independence) [more inside]
wheeeeeeeeze
Is it normal for someone getting started in cardio exercise to experience this kind of pain/discomfort? [more inside]
Music Plagiarism
What are some examples of musical artists that have gotten away with plagiarism? [more inside]
Help us plan our Maine/Atlantic Canada road trip!
Help us plan our Maine/Atlantic Canada road trip! [more inside]
I want a bicycle
What breed of dog should we get?
What breed of dog should we get? [more inside]
Is there a way to copy text out of a pdf without it starting a new paragraph at the end of each line of text?
Is there a way to copy text out of a pdf and paste it into a word document without word starting a new paragraph at the end of each line of text? [more inside]
posted by AZNsupermarket at 7:02 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by AZNsupermarket at 7:02 PM PST - 4 comments
We need a place to Nap-a!
Help me plan an eventful couples trip to Napa. [more inside]
Two-for-one 'identify that movie' question.
More "Identify this old movie" questions -- now two for the price of one. [more inside]
posted by ricochet biscuit at 6:24 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by ricochet biscuit at 6:24 PM PST - 7 comments
My girlfriend has anxiety, how can I help?
My girlfriend goes through spurts of bad depression and anxiety every two to five weeks. It often comes with stress from her job or something like moving apartments. Things can be extremely well between us for weeks before, but once she gets down, her life sucks, I suck, everything sucks, and then she wants me gone. Things always get better when shes out of the rut. How do I know what are her real feelings and what is just being depressed? [more inside]
How do I buy a co-op if no one finances them in Nebraska?
How do you get financing for a co-op when (according to my mortgage banker) no one finances them in Nebraska? [more inside]
posted by Prairie at 6:01 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Prairie at 6:01 PM PST - 7 comments
Is 1 hour enough time for an international connection in Philly (PHL)?
Is 1 hour sufficient to go from PHL terminal F (US Airways Express) all the way over to Terminal A-W (US Airways Int'l departures)? [more inside]
posted by eirelander at 5:40 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by eirelander at 5:40 PM PST - 9 comments
When is it ok for recent ex to introduce new boyfriend to children?
When is it ok for recent ex to introduce new boyfriend to young children (1 and 3)?? [more inside]
What's the best way to preserve my music?
Ideally, what is the best way to digitally store all of my classical music and jazz CDs for the long term? [more inside]
posted by johnxlibris at 5:20 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by johnxlibris at 5:20 PM PST - 20 comments
Gay College Student in the South?
Am I being dumb in not researching colleges in the south because I'm gay? [more inside]
What plant were they picking, and why?
What plant did the elderly Asian ladies collect by the riverbank, and what will they use it for? [more inside]
posted by gemmy at 4:50 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by gemmy at 4:50 PM PST - 7 comments
How do you tell someone you're dating their lifestyle is hurting them?
[relationship filter] How do I tell the person I'm seeing they drink and sleep too much without sounding demanding or preachy? [more inside]
This doctor makes over $200,000 per year to tell patients to go look things up on the internet
Can sinus arrhythmia be dangerous? My doctor told me to ask you instead of her. [more inside]
I want to be a domestic goddess!
I'm moving, but I don't know where yet. I'm a traditional person (sort of...), and I was thinking that I may fit in better in the south. However, I prefer large cities with natural beauty, and the southern large cities I've looked into seem to be lacking in the natural beauty department. [more inside]
Help me adapt Barbara Kafka's microwave risotto recipe to my new oven.
Help me adapt Barbara Kafka's microwave risotto recipe to my new oven. Her timings are for 650-700 watts. My new Sharp R-305KS is nominally 1100 watts, but testing shows it's actually 900 watts. That's still too much power for Kafka's timings. Have you adapted the recipe for this oven, or are you so incredibly bright that you can transpose? (Remember, there is no straight-line relationship between microwave power and times, so please don't tell me to multiply by .636. Even I'm smart enough to do that, but it doesn't work.)
I can haz cheap coat?
I'm a man who's decided to buy a new wool coat, and I've got six months to do it. Where can I find the largest variety of single-breasted black wool coats and when during the year will I get the best prices? [more inside]
Diff'rent Strokes is already taken
How to make a small business? Give me a big one.
I'm a small-time entrepreneur. I have great small business ideas that I invest time and money into developing. But once the business has started and shown potential something happens. [more inside]
cat in tree...
Where to go in Mexico City?
What to do and where to stay in Mexico City May 14-18? [more inside]
posted by rmless at 2:27 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by rmless at 2:27 PM PST - 13 comments
Monitoring my own time
Recommendations for software to manage time, particularly when browsing the internet. [more inside]
Stand up, damn you, stand up!
Help me, GardeningMeFi - is something wrong with my newly-germinated baby vegetables? Why are they so spindly but still healthy? [more inside]
posted by cromagnon at 1:47 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by cromagnon at 1:47 PM PST - 12 comments
Help me regain my flexibility!
My flexibility is disappearing with my youth, and I hate the overall creakiness and lack of balance that's left behind. Can someone recommend a good video to help me fight back? [more inside]
Can you find anything about this shipwreck?
Can anyone find any information online about the wreck of the schooner Clarendon off Cape Cod (possibly Provincetown) in the 1850s? I know that several men were given rewards in 1856 for its rescue as documented here, but that's all I've got and I would like to know more.
posted by Mayor Curley at 1:35 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Mayor Curley at 1:35 PM PST - 10 comments
All about the Benjamins
Help me make bank. [more inside]
Best non-desk jobs?
Recently, a metafilter post pointed out the health hazards of desk jobs. Which leaves me wondering about the alternatives. Can anyone suggest (preferably from personal experience) examples of great, unusual, economically viable and realistically attainable non-desk jobs? [more inside]
Is there any reason for your accountant to need your date of birth?
Is there any reason for your accountant to need your date of birth? [more inside]
How people sound, not what they speak.
Is there any work done on "aural ethnography"? [more inside]
posted by raheel at 12:42 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by raheel at 12:42 PM PST - 8 comments
Check-in time for Aer Lingus international flight?
How early should we arrive at JFK for an international flight with Aer Lingus, if we're checking in online? [more inside]
posted by Jemstar at 12:42 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Jemstar at 12:42 PM PST - 5 comments
Good writings about the psychological aspects of a D/s relationship
Can you recommend some good writings about the psychological aspects of a D/s relationship, the process of getting to know one another and submission. [more inside]
Lawyers, Love, and Money
A good friend of mine was recently engaged to be married... the fiance bailed shortly before the wedding day. However, some time previous to this she had taken out a home equity loan that was used to pay off his debts. He has so far continued to make the payments on the loan: what are her legal options for the future? [more inside]
Does anybody know what happened to the Rachel Perry lip balm line?
Does anybody know what happened to the Rachel Perry lip balm line? [more inside]
How do freelancers make a living?
Freelancer filter: How do you keep enough work coming in to make a living? [more inside]
posted by mtphoto at 11:47 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by mtphoto at 11:47 AM PST - 8 comments
How much should I charge as a tutor?
What's a reasonable rate for me to charge as a college tutor? [more inside]
I'm sick of sleeping on a twin bed when I visit my parents!
What is the least expensive way of transporting a full size bed from St. Louis, MO to Cleveland, OH? [more inside]
Coping with Husband's Silent Treatment
How do I respond to my husband's silent treatment? He has got incredibly angry over some perceived error on my part and is now icing me out whenever we are alone. I don't know what to do. [more inside]
posted by geekgirl397 at 11:33 AM PST - 65 comments
posted by geekgirl397 at 11:33 AM PST - 65 comments
How to deal with her feelings for me?
My best friend has expressed sexual feelings for me in a disrespectful way. I'm uncomfortable. How do I deal with this? [more inside]
Furnace went dead too soon!
Furnace broke (2 weeks too soon) I have a relatively new Lennox in the basement that was recently looked at, and I was told it was in Perfect Condition. The other day it went totally dead! Flipped all breakers, switched it on/off several times, and no power getting to it. I'd like to fix it myself, where do I start, I'm imagining some sort of step by step troubleshooter? The web has been surprisingly unhelpful so far.
Thanks everyone for any advice or help.
Help us identify our campsite intruder!
Help us identify our campsite intruder! Possibly a bobcat or Florida panther? [more inside]
Best dayjob for introverted, creative people person
How do I balance my need for financial stability with my desire to spend a good deal of time and energy on creative pursuits? [more inside]
Identify this alien creature
Hi everyone,
What on earth is this worm-like creature that I found recently. I have never seen anything like this and would like to know more!
posted by SRMorris at 9:30 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by SRMorris at 9:30 AM PST - 17 comments
Landlord required to clean windows?
Is my landlord legally required to provide periodic window cleaning? [more inside]
Laser art
I have access to a laser cutter. What cool stuff should I make? [more inside]
posted by bluelight at 8:51 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by bluelight at 8:51 AM PST - 14 comments
How can I record calls easily on my cell phone?
I'm looking for a device or setup that will allow me to record calls on a cell phone (preferably using the 2.5" headset jack). Radio shack seems to have recently discontinued their Wireless Phone Recording Controller, Cat. #17-855, which is exactly the kind of thing I'm looking for. Can anyone point me to a similar item? [more inside]
Using an iPod Touch to Traverse Germany
How useful will an iPod Touch be for traveling in Germany? [more inside]
posted by pianohands at 7:58 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by pianohands at 7:58 AM PST - 10 comments
These boots are made for walking long distances uphill through mud
What are your favorite rubber boots for hiking? [more inside]
How to deal with mild weight lifting related shoulder pain
I'm experiencing moderate tenderness in my right shoulder from weight lifting. There's clicking and what feels like tendon snapping but no severe or deep pain. Still, I know this is a sign that things could get much worse. What is the right strategy from here on out? [more inside]
Social networking for the socially awkward
Can I keep groups of facebook friends apart? [more inside]
Nicotine gum for a light smoker shortly before his first marathon?
Light smoking, nicotine gum, and marathon training: I smoke 3 cigarettes a day, and am very set in this habit so it's hard to cut back. I'm training for a marathon that is soon. I want to use nicotine gum to cut back on my cigarette smoking ahead of the race. Is it okay to combine the gum + cigarettes at very low doses? What else should I know? [more inside]
Did we decide to get married? I'm not sure...
(relationship filter) Am I refusing to see the writing on the wall? Says he wants to marry me. Has the excitement of a sloth. What am I missing here? [more inside]
Death, Taxes, and Identity Theft
My tax return was sent to the wrong address. What should I do? [more inside]
Meraba, can you break a 5?
Why do businesses in Turkey never seem able to make change? [more inside]
posted by theDTs at 7:03 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by theDTs at 7:03 AM PST - 16 comments
Recommend Some Good Whiskies
I want to become a whiskey drinker, lover and aficionado. Over the past several months I have grown to enjoy whiskey very much. Can someone point be in the right direction of some good whiskies to start building a nice collection around? Any literature I can get my hands on to improve my whiskey knowledge?
posted by Tenacious.Me.Tokyo at 6:18 AM PST - 39 comments
posted by Tenacious.Me.Tokyo at 6:18 AM PST - 39 comments
Recommendations for books, films or music in preparation for a trip to India
Recommendations for books, films, or music in preparation for a trip to India? [more inside]
Spain without the souvenirs
I want to go to Spain for a weekend away next month, but I'm really over big European cities -- tourists, tchotchke shops, metro systems, must see galleries and museums. Where can I go? [more inside]
How to get rid of odd red spot on my skin?
Can you identify this odd red spot on my chest and make it go away? [more inside]
Starting a computer career as a 40-year-old
Will my age be a disadvantage as a computer graduate looking for work? [more inside]
Three Arms to Hold You
This question is for ad critics, fashionistas, New Yorker readers, and photo experts who like to declare "'Shopped!": What is UP with the Fairchild Fashion Group ad on page 9 of the April 12 New Yorker? [more inside]
posted by lisa g at 1:09 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by lisa g at 1:09 AM PST - 12 comments
Need your help with a file conversion
Need help converting very old Family Tree Maker .ftm file to gedcom. [more inside]
posted by cgk at 12:42 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by cgk at 12:42 AM PST - 4 comments
April 10
Roadside attractions western NY
Western NY -- Thrift stores, weird records, flea markets, bizarre antiques? [more inside]
posted by omnidrew at 10:54 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by omnidrew at 10:54 PM PST - 5 comments
Let's meet up in Shanghai
Where would you go to meet new people in Shanghai? [more inside]
Can you help me go on a vacation, even with my student budget?
How do I go about planning a vacation on my student budget? If it helps, I don't care much where I go... [more inside]
Comparison shopping on craisgslist
What to do about a major secret my mother has kept from me?
My mother has always been emotionally abusive and unable to support me in any way, but after what I found out today I feel like never speaking to her again. Has my family gone too far this time? I really feel lost on this one and would love any and all advice, including legal advice. This is going to be quite long... [more inside]
posted by delicate_dahlias at 9:31 PM PST - 81 comments
posted by delicate_dahlias at 9:31 PM PST - 81 comments
Is it a computer or a doorstop?
Please help me decide whether this laptop should be repaired or tossed. [more inside]
posted by BlahLaLa at 9:31 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by BlahLaLa at 9:31 PM PST - 11 comments
Is this a timeshare scam?
My in-laws are trying to sell their timeshare. Are they being scammed? [more inside]
I finally got my act together and started exercising regularly. Why am I so damn tired, and when will it stop?
After far too long of insufficient physical activity, I had a come to Flying Spaghetti Monster moment and realized I had to start again and find a pace that would keep me going for the rest of my life. I'm used to feeling better after exercising, but right now I've been solidly exhausted since the second week. When will I stop being so tired? [more inside]
posted by micawber at 8:36 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by micawber at 8:36 PM PST - 16 comments
It turns out I had unexplored realms of geekiness.
I'm going to be running my first RPG and I need tips. [more inside]
posted by Navelgazer at 8:32 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Navelgazer at 8:32 PM PST - 21 comments
Fancy documents on the fly?
Business document generation: How can I create a document / template system such that I can keep only the "body" of a document in a client's folder on my computer, and use a command or software package that merges that into my latest template design when I want to send it to them as a PDF? [more inside]
posted by circular at 8:31 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by circular at 8:31 PM PST - 3 comments
Why is my laptop's AC adapter chirping?
Why is my laptop's AC adapter chirping? [more inside]
posted by IndigoRain at 8:17 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by IndigoRain at 8:17 PM PST - 8 comments
Is there a technological reason that the RIAA and MPAA only go after tracker sites and not people downloading torrents?
With the recent legal action against Isohunt, I would like to understand the tech and privacy of torrents better.
Is there a technological reason that the RIAA and MPAA only go after tracker sites and not people downloading torrents? [more inside]
A recent change in sex. What's going on?
A recent change in sex.. what's going on? (probably NSFW). [more inside]
How should I contact a boy?
[RelationshipFilter] In December, I went on three dates with a guy. He was charming, handsome, funny, into the same activities, down-to-earth, smart, etc. And then I froze. I hadn't dated in a while -- and stupidly became overwhelmed because we seemed to click so immediately. I told him that I didn't want to date. Dumb move. I have regretted it since. What should I do? [more inside]
Help me stop digging deeper into credit card debt.
I want to stop using my credit card, but I have one regular (2 or 3 times monthly) expense that I need it for. Help me figure out the best strategy for covering that expense without the card. [more inside]
posted by ocherdraco at 7:18 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by ocherdraco at 7:18 PM PST - 12 comments
Primer primer
Cosmetics experts: will primer destroy my face? [more inside]
posted by almostmanda at 7:03 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by almostmanda at 7:03 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me force iTunes to not lost my songs!
iTunes filter: I store all my MP3s on an external hard drive, and iTunes is set to automatically sync my iPhone whenever I plug it in. Everything works fine, except when I'm traveling without my external hd and I plug in my iPhone. If I do that, the next time I check my iTunes all the songs that are on the iPhone have a gray exclamation point next to them. Help! [more inside]
posted by bjork24 at 6:54 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by bjork24 at 6:54 PM PST - 4 comments
Cuba in Comics
ComicsFilter: How can I find Cuba in comics or graphic novels? [more inside]
Stone piles near driveway?
In my area, a few houses have little piles of rocks (pyramid shaped) near the entrance of their driveways. The only houses I've seen with them are mansions, so it does make one wonder....
Are these religious or what?
Berg! STFU!
This doesn't suck
I vacuumed up wet salt 10 days ago and now my vacuum is broken. [more inside]
How can I improve my (East Coast) Chinese take-out?
How can I improve my (East Coast) Chinese take-out? [more inside]
Realtors, why?
Costume parties while fat and female
Beach party costume while fat and female? Costume parties in general? [more inside]
Clicky clicky spin, spin
Second Hand Kid's bike issue: Can you adjust a pre-set handle-grip gear selector, or is it always a sign of another issue? [more inside]
posted by Brockles at 4:16 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Brockles at 4:16 PM PST - 2 comments
Pay off the balance right away, or carry it a little while?
Rebuilding my credit and haven't had a credit card for 15 years. Now I got one, and I want to maximize the benefits to my credit score. Is it true that paying it off in full each month is better than carrying a small balance then paying it off? [more inside]
Poor HD editing performance
Why is my PC so crap at editing HD video? What can I do to make it better? [more inside]
Besides Bike and Build...
What programs out there are similar to Bike and Build? [more inside]
I'm interested! Not weird! Really!!
How to make "interested" eye contact without seeming weird? [more inside]
WOMEN'S LIB onstage - how?
I am admitting Google defeat and I am also on a deadline. IS there a web page out there that has a list either of significant female PLAYWRIGHTS, or significant feminist PLAYS? [more inside]
How can I maximize the burnout-relief of my one-week vacation?
I've heard that you don't really enter into "relaxation mode" until a week of vacation has elapsed. And that the second week is when you really start to replenish your reserves.
I've seen this myself; I went to Burning Man for a week, and it felt like returning to work was harder than it would have been if I had never left.
I have a week-long vacation coming up and I feel extreeemely burned-out. What can I do to make sure that I get the maximum benefits during this week off?
posted by marclar at 1:38 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by marclar at 1:38 PM PST - 24 comments
My luckiest day ever or just a nice cello?
I received a cello from a friend whose relative passed away leaving him some things, amongst which was a cello wrapped in an cloth case, missing the bridge and the strings. I would like to have it brought to usable condition and while dusting it noticed that their was a typewritten piece of paper inside the instrument, Giovan Paolo Maggini, brelcia 1630.
I realize that in all likelihood this is not what it says it is, ( I do not have that sort of luck, nor does this instrument to my amateur eye have any look of a fine cello). Any recommendations on next steps?
Take it to a shop? Take it to a cellist? Take photos and send them to someone?
Clearly if it were what it says, it is going back to my friend pronto. Then he could afford to buy me one that would be a good instrument to learn on <:
posted by dougiedd at 1:37 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by dougiedd at 1:37 PM PST - 12 comments
Help me find a PCI-Express Wireless-N network adapter with combined bluetooth adapter
Help me find a PCI-Express Wireless-N network adapter with combined bluetooth support [more inside]
How to make up for dodgy first degree?
UK postgrad filter: How do I make up for a fairly mediocre first degree when applying for a postgraduate degree? [more inside]
Friend's cheating...what to do?
How can I support my friend when I (and she) know what she's doing is wrong? [more inside]
Smoke 'em if you got 'em...
Mrs. Spyder and I are looking to get new (less expensive) health insurance. The last time we signed up for health insurance, I was a half a pack a day smoker. I quit four years ago. But I still smoke once in a while. How do I present this to the new insurance people? [more inside]
Tips for a really good travel bag?
I am looking for a bag or travel case that is as much like a portable foot locker as possible. Requirements: less than $250, highly durable, wheels or easy movement, and space for two weeks' worth of clothes without laundry. I am in the USA.
Individual use-restriction license?
Making-money-on-freely-distributable-software-filter: Software licenses that (like typical FOSS licenses) forbid restrictions on modification and redistribution of the software BUT (unlike typical FOSS licenses) permit individual contracts that restrict the particular recipient's use of the software? [more inside]
posted by Anything at 11:42 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Anything at 11:42 AM PST - 22 comments
Who is this woman?
Who is this woman? I've seen her in all kinds of ads on all kinds of websites. Any ideas on how to find out?
posted by boghead at 11:39 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by boghead at 11:39 AM PST - 6 comments
How to dress with fluctuating waist size.
Fluctuating waist size filter: Ive been a 34 forever but as I get more active and bulk up my waist size is often flirting with a 36. What am I supposed to do besides having two separate pants wardrobes or switching to full jock mode and always wearing elastic waist pants. [more inside]
Insufferable pulling and leaf chasing.
How do we convince our dog to stop pulling and obsessively chasing leaves? [more inside]
When do I resign - now or after my vacation?
I was offered a job at a place I've been looking at for quite some time. While I'm over the moon, I'm not sure how to resign from my current gig. Advice? [more inside]
Wordpress website suitable for a law firm?
A professionally-designed website suitable for a small law firm created in Wordpress: Is this feasible? [more inside]
I have a thing for the French ladies...
One of my favorite classical pieces is Couperin's 'Leçons de Ténèbres', as featured here. It's basically a French female duet from the late baroque period. Any suggestions on more pieces in this vein, ideally from roughly the same time period?
posted by markkraft at 10:12 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by markkraft at 10:12 AM PST - 10 comments
Most Skilled band?
What are some bands where every member has an incredible amount of technical prowess? [more inside]
Appropriate grease for bike jockey wheel overhaul
Bike maintenance and grease options: I'm going to be cleaning and lubing my drive train as throughly as possible this afternoon, but I'm not sure if the lubricants I have on hand are appropriate for things like greasing the jockey wheel, or if there's an appropriate automotive grease that can substitute. [more inside]
posted by maudlin at 9:29 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by maudlin at 9:29 AM PST - 8 comments
Help me make my 83 year old gamer mother happy.
My 83 year old mother wants to be able to play computer games and I am not sure what to do. Can you help me help her? [more inside]
posted by snowjoe at 9:15 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by snowjoe at 9:15 AM PST - 23 comments
Cat + Vitamins = Madman
My cat goes crazy whenever I take my vitamins. What? [more inside]
Calling all (former) dysfunctional codependents
How do you break the terrible cycle of mutually destructive co-dependence in romantic relationships? Can it be broken? [more inside]
posted by mondaygreens at 9:04 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by mondaygreens at 9:04 AM PST - 18 comments
What's THE BIG THING with kids at this moment?
What is are THE cool things (movies, toys, whatnot) with elementary-school-age kids these days? [more inside]
How to engage with the world again after a difficult start in life
How to increase my confidence, engagement, risk-taking, and openness in the world... I feel like a phrase I read once: "she had all of her emotional widgets broken off one by one". (long) [more inside]
How do I negotiate now that I got into a top EMBA program?
I got into a top EMBA program, and need some advice. [more inside]
Strong female in Mystery/Suspense Books
Strong female lead in Mystery Books [more inside]
could I be happy in the Happy Valley?
Should I live in Amherst, MA? What's it like out there? [more inside]
Can you help entertain my kid?
I need movies for my 3 year old kid to watch on my iphone. Suggestions wanted. Pretty specific parameters... [more inside]
posted by norm at 6:33 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by norm at 6:33 AM PST - 20 comments
How to pass the time?
What holiday games can you recommend for a week's holiday for three friends? [more inside]
posted by greytape at 5:45 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by greytape at 5:45 AM PST - 2 comments
Laptop battery I just received is higher voltage, is that OK?
The replacement laptop battery I just received is listed as 14.8v while the one I use is listed as 11.1v. Both are 5200mah. Can I use this new battery without harming my laptop? [more inside]
how do i read the evil ramblings of gengis khan without supporting her?
How do I read the evil, right wing, dangerous bloggy part of an online newspaper without contributing the to hits and therefore the perceived popularity of her diatribe? [more inside]
posted by taff at 3:35 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by taff at 3:35 AM PST - 36 comments
What's it like working for the Vatican Television Center?
Where can I find out about what it's like to work for the Vatican Television Center (CTV), or for Italian TV in general? [more inside]
posted by daisyk at 2:34 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by daisyk at 2:34 AM PST - 5 comments
What plant is this?
April 9
Boxers, without looking like a boxer.
Men's underwear filter: I went from boxers to boxer-briefs long ago because I hated how my boxers were always riding up on me. But I miss the 'breathing room' of boxers. Is there any way I can go back to boxers but solve the riding up problem?
posted by GleepGlop at 10:38 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by GleepGlop at 10:38 PM PST - 9 comments
Looking for newspaper title style font
Looking for a font that looks like it could be used for a newspaper title. [more inside]
Fallout 3 Add-On Conundrum
How do I play the Fallout 3 Add-On packs now that I've (nearly) reached the end of the game? [more inside]
posted by newfers at 9:31 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by newfers at 9:31 PM PST - 9 comments
Do I apply to a job I applied to once before and how?
Do I apply for a job that I applied for once before, and how do I go about it? [more inside]
How long does food stay good in refrigerator?
I cooked up some yummy Pastitsio on Friday (ground beef, noodles, onions, spinach, eggs, evaporated milk and feta cheese). If it is sealed tight in the refrigerator, can it be served on Monday? Will it still be good? In the past I have found this dish doesn't freeze all that well............
Please translate Medic Alerts into Arabic.
Medical translation filter: I'm off to the Middle East and Europe. Small concern - I have a collection of allergies that would need to be known in an emergency, especially as I'll be in a few remote places. What do I put on a medic alert band in Arabic countries? (Help with notes for wallet card also appreciated!) [more inside]
Chicken Soup for the Girlfriend's Stomach
What can I cook my girlfriend when she feels sick? [more inside]
posted by rebent at 8:21 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by rebent at 8:21 PM PST - 43 comments
How to print PDF from ASP on a tightly-managed network.
Looking for a free PDF creator/library that works from ASP for a very picky client. [more inside]
posted by mystyk at 8:13 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by mystyk at 8:13 PM PST - 7 comments
Need help with scrollable credits for a video.
Is there a program that will allow me to do credits for a video that make it look like they are being typed on a computer one letter at a time, sort of like how the computer typed in the movie War Games?
My single pane windows have 1/16" thick glass, so of course I accidentally broke one!
I accidentally broke a single glass window pane in my apartment. I couldn't believe how easily it broke, but now I see that it's 1/16th of an inch thick! No wonder! Landlord wants me to pay for the repair, I want ALL my windows replaced with 1/8" panes for free! [more inside]
What company has the best CCNA bootcamp?
What company has the best CCNA bootcamp? [more inside]
How to report rental income through a property management company on turbotax ? Missing a 1099-MISC form.
How to report rental income through a property management company on turbotax ? Missing a 1099-MISC form. [more inside]
posted by jason9009 at 7:35 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by jason9009 at 7:35 PM PST - 2 comments
Should I take student loans for the purpose of opening a Roth IRA?
I may have an opportunity to take out an educational loan that I don't need. It is a federal 6.55% unsubsidized loan. Would it be worth it to take the loan out to start a Roth IRA? [more inside]
Looking for the best orthopedic surgeon in the country
Please help me find the best orthopedic surgeon in the country. My brother needs reconstructive surgery on his foot to correct a botched operation, and we will go anywhere in the U.S. to get the best care for him. [more inside]
Can maintaining fitness be easy?
Achieving a fitness level is difficult. Once I've got it, should it be as much of an effort to maintain that level? Or is it OK if it starts to feel easy? [more inside]
I want to be a little crazier
How do I stop giving people the impression that I'm totally boring? [more inside]
Do I ask this guy out? How?
How to ask someone I don't really know out on a date? [more inside]
Zen for Conservative Christians
Help me find a meditation/relaxation CD that won't freak out my conservative Christian grandmother. [more inside]
Who is J.C.?
Is there anyone out there who knows who 'J.C.' is in the weekly NB column on the back page all these years of the Times Literary Supplement?
posted by JL Sadstone at 4:51 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by JL Sadstone at 4:51 PM PST - 1 comment
tales of overseas ivf, please!
overseas IVF...anyone done it? any advice about any of it? [more inside]
He's dating who?!
Please help me identify this novel about Robin Hood. [more inside]
posted by Ziggy500 at 4:05 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Ziggy500 at 4:05 PM PST - 4 comments
Trying to find a piece of my childhood
This is a stretch but I am looking for a specific audio recording of Journey to the West / The Monkey King in Chinese recorded in the early 1980s. [more inside]
posted by hindmost at 4:04 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by hindmost at 4:04 PM PST - 11 comments
Cool things in Italy?
My folks have gone to Italy for vacation. What are some interesting, well-crafted things that I could ask them to bring back? [more inside]
Dating with dentures
I've got a partial upper denture (front 6 teeth) at the moment, probably for another 2 or 3 months before they can put the permanent fix in. Would it be best to stop dating until then? They're don't look that bad (and better than what was there before), but I feel that the idea of dentures at all might be too much for most people my age. I'm in my 20s and male.
What is a reasonable compensation for doing lighting audits?
What is typical compensation for doing lighting audits? [more inside]
When should I drink water in relation to when I work out or compete?
When should I drink water in relation to when I work out or compete? In terms of water drinking in general this snopes article makes a lot of sense to me. I hear so many, different, and contradictory things about how much water to drink and when. [more inside]
Where does the thinker go, when the life of the mind is no longer tenable?
Does depression affect mental dexterity? What can be done to work with this impression of intellectual stagnation? [more inside]
Cream-based (not cream of) vegetable soup recipe
Looking for a recipe for a light cream-based vegetable soup. But not the pureed variety "cream of vegetable" soup. [more inside]
No veggies = sleepy student?
Help me help my roommate not be so tired all the time/ eat healthier. [more inside]
Terrifying podcasts, please...
Are there any horror podcasts that you recommend?? I found a few suggestions in the archives, but would really like some specific recommendations. [more inside]
Job searching for felons
I'm looking for a job-search website that covers the U.S. and caters specifically towards job-seekers with criminal records. Something that doesn't spam you for signing up would be especially appreciated.
Enoum Brange, It's what all the cool kids are into.
What the heck is "Enoum Brange" and why am I not allowed to place it on my fire escape?! [more inside]
posted by saxamo at 1:59 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by saxamo at 1:59 PM PST - 14 comments
80s movie. Lingering memory.
I can't remember this movie from the 80s. I can remember a few fleeting details. Stupid getting old. [more inside]
posted by kbanas at 1:56 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by kbanas at 1:56 PM PST - 4 comments
How do I make the best of a bad puppy situation?
Bought a puppy. Fell on hard times. Cannot take care of this dog right now and can't figure out what to to do. Help me feel less awful about this. [more inside]
48 hours in Tokyo...or maybe not?
48 hours in Tokyo...or maybe not? [more inside]
What style of massage is the "ordinary" kind?
What "style" of massage would you ask for from a professional if you wanted the kind of massage a normal person would give you (but done better) -- a pinching (in a good way) sort of massage without lotion or oil? Swedish seems to have a lot more rolling, and deep tissue is generally much more focused and greater pressure, and both seem to mostly use lotion/oil.
Japanese classes in Los Angeles, that go beyond これは ほん です。
Recommendations for learning Japanese in Los Angeles that go beyond the basics? [more inside]
posted by chez shoes at 1:33 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by chez shoes at 1:33 PM PST - 7 comments
Ninja Mouse
I've got a mouse that is far too clever to fall for the usual traps. I need some tricks! [more inside]
Rockin In The Old World
I'm an American. Help me create a playlist for our European vacation: Songs that celebrate or mention England, Denmark, or Holland. [more inside]
How is some wiretapping person/bot learning about my linked documents?
I think someone is wiretapping my internet/email and I have hard evidence. Need some techno-sleuths. Paranoia story inside. [more inside]
...You know, for the kids!
Windows Mobile / Pocket PC games that can be played by very young (2-4) children? [more inside]
Taxes: Hope Credit + Fellowship = WTF?
Any recommendations for an affordable but good accountant/tax preparer in Tempe/Phoenix, AZ? Bonus points for thorough knowledge of graduate student scholarship/fellowship issues. I think I may need to file an amended return -- please hope me! [more inside]
Car vs Train vs Plane with toddlers
Least stressful way to transport a family from London to Toulouse? Car vs Train vs Plane! [more inside]
posted by Joh at 11:54 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by Joh at 11:54 AM PST - 24 comments
Simon's Rock Experience?
MeFites' experiences as a student, professor or administrator with Bard College at Simon's Rock ("The Early College")? [more inside]
How long does it take to reset one's tolerance to marijuana?
How long does it take to reset one's tolerance to marijuana? [more inside]
Quranic Grammar Headache!
What's going on grammatically in the opening verse of the Quran, which uses a sound masculine plural for the word "worlds"? [more inside]
posted by Biru at 11:41 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Biru at 11:41 AM PST - 13 comments
What are the telecommuting options for an mlis?
I'm about half way through an mlis degree. (Both the mlis and my bachelor's are from well-respected schools.) I'm wondering what options are available for telecommuting for those with a library and information science degree? (I'll be living in a fairly remote location which will necessitate alternative employment!) My writing skills are strong. Grant writing? Cataloging? Is "information broker" actually a viable option? Any advice is greatly appreciated!
PC LOAD LETTER?
What are some examples of tiny user interface changes that had a huge effect on usability? [more inside]
posted by dmd at 11:30 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by dmd at 11:30 AM PST - 36 comments
What blood tests does a pretty much healthy 20 year old need?
I want to get blood work for the first time in probably 5 or 6 years as an almost 20 year old. What should I ask for? Do I want too many unreasonable tests? [more inside]
I just want to read small interesting things
I'm looking for good mobile websites that are mainly text and update often, with individual content brief enough that I can finish reading by the time the bus comes.
Despite what it might imply, texts from last night perfectly encapsulates what I want. I just want more of it. And maybe for it to be informative on top of entertaining. Just something internet-y that I can browse for 3-5 minutes at a time.
posted by ictow at 11:03 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by ictow at 11:03 AM PST - 14 comments
Turn my messenger bag into a backpack. QUICK
Look, I'm no genius, but it seems like you should be able to buy some sort of strap that can convert an existing messenger-style bag into one that can be worn more like a backpack. Right? [more inside]
Canadian calculus
Mathfilter. Two part question. Bonus: involves hockey and beer! [more inside]
posted by raider at 10:26 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by raider at 10:26 AM PST - 26 comments
I'm looking for a talk given by two sociologists about how underground music is the driving force behind mainstream music.
I'm looking for a talk given by two sociologists about how underground music is the driving force behind mainstream music. [more inside]
I hear Sir Loin has a nice rump.
What are the differences, really, between different cuts of steak? Is it all just tenderness, or are there significant flavor differences? Assume a decade-plus of vegetarianism has left me fairly meat ignorant.
posted by Panjandrum at 9:16 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Panjandrum at 9:16 AM PST - 14 comments
Eat my bagels, and prescribe my drugs!
Please help me find a doctor who is not influenced by the pharmaceutical industry! [more inside]
You are not a doctor
You Are Not A Doctor - But you can still help me. Red spots all over my body? [more inside]
should i just get more memory
What is the most memory-friendly linux web development stack? [more inside]
"He died several years ago..." Immediate damage-control needed!
I just sent out my first e-mail for a new job, asking if someone (a wealthy socialite and big donor) and her husband would be attending our major fundraising event. Her assistant wrote back right away saying that the husband had died several years ago.... I need to slog through my mortification and write back. Apology + CYA? [more inside]
Why won't iTunes 9 Home Sharing drag songs?
Why won't iTunes 9 Home Sharing let my wife drag songs? She can see the [XP] server's library on her Mac, can browse the library, but cannot drag songs into her own library. [more inside]
medical coverage for Germans outside Germany?
What medical coverage can Germans residing outside Germany get? [more inside]
posted by ThiefOfSweets at 8:33 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ThiefOfSweets at 8:33 AM PST - 8 comments
Profit-motive pressures?
I want to read a book about how profit motive... warps things. As in, I want to make money doing what I love, but I'm afraid that the need to pay the bills would "force" me to pander and water down my ideas. [more inside]
posted by zeek321 at 8:23 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by zeek321 at 8:23 AM PST - 15 comments
Please don't eat the other dogs!
Some advice or tips needed about dog training/obedience for a new dog (not a puppy). [more inside]
posted by spicynuts at 8:16 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by spicynuts at 8:16 AM PST - 14 comments
Maple sausage/ground beef burger recipe?
Does anybody know a good maple sausage/ground beef burger recipe? [more inside]
posted by ShortHairyMan at 8:04 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by ShortHairyMan at 8:04 AM PST - 3 comments
april showers
does anyone know where the saying "april showers bring may flowers" originated from? is it from an old poem?
No cats, my ass.
WTF is up with "no cats" clauses in apartment rental ads? Can they really do this? [more inside]
posted by Ouisch at 7:49 AM PST - 37 comments
posted by Ouisch at 7:49 AM PST - 37 comments
Personal Ads that Are Not OKCupid
Getting personal, is it possible anymore? [more inside]
Starter camera for 5 year-old
My 5 year-old is very keen to have a digital camera of his own. Although he's quite smart and dexterous, the camera will need to be robust, simple to use, and fairly cheap (in case it gets broken). Does anyone have any suggestions, please?
missing emacs hook
Is there an "open file" or "new buffer" emacs hook? [more inside]
posted by DU at 7:32 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by DU at 7:32 AM PST - 5 comments
I'm an adult. I should know how mail works.
If I send a postcard from China to the United States, I pay 4.5 RMB. Who gets the money? [more inside]
posted by jweed at 7:30 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by jweed at 7:30 AM PST - 7 comments
Travel insurance for Greece?
I'm thinking about going on a Greek cruise and need advice about travel insurance, given the turmoil happening there now. [more inside]
Is my laptop insurable for travel?
How can I insure my laptop for travel, when my circumstances are very tricky. [more inside]
Automatically share mounted TrueCrypt volume?
Is there a way to have Windows permanently share a drive letter, even when it's a mounted volume? [more inside]
posted by jluce50 at 7:05 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by jluce50 at 7:05 AM PST - 4 comments
Scratch pad for Chrome?
Simple notepad extension for Chrome that syncs (like a bookmark?). [more inside]
posted by fixedgear at 6:28 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by fixedgear at 6:28 AM PST - 9 comments
Does anyone know the name/title/family of the Joomla template that is powering this site?
Does anyone know the name/family of the Joomla template that is powering this site? [more inside]
Stick or twist?
Metafilter, help me decide whether to move flat. (Sorry if this gets long.) [more inside]
Hire Me
What blogs / sites make you say "I want to hire this guy!". What is it about those sites that makes you say this? If and when my next employment search comes up, I would like to have a web presence that gives prospective employers a window into my work, thoughts, outlook, etc. I am looking for blogs that do a great job at selling the author to potential employers. I am interested in content but also the sites presentation and functionality. I am more interested in business related blogs rather than designer / portfolio types sites, but will take all comers. Blogs that incorporate photos of the author would be a bonus. Help me find examples of great personal salesmanship on the web.
posted by jasondigitized at 4:48 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by jasondigitized at 4:48 AM PST - 13 comments
How can I become better at opening up to people, especially my therapist?
Therapy is torture. If I quit, I'll feel like I've failed. If I keep going, it will just be more torture. How can I become better at opening up to people, especially my therapist? Should I be changing therapists at this point? [more inside]
How can a student avoid paying high taxes?
I’m a student and it’s tax time. I work for my school (work study) and to help make ends meet I do consulting work (web programming) for a few reputable clients (meaning they don’t pay under the table). The problem with consulting work is that I get hammered come tax time. The 1040s are unforgiving. [more inside]
April 8
Hounded by mom
My mentally ill mother hired a private investigator to track me down... among other things. Please help! [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 11:30 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by anonymous at 11:30 PM PST - 34 comments
like cats & dogs?
let the cat/dog flame wars begin! My dog wants to eat cats - what should I do? [more inside]
posted by youchirren at 10:48 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by youchirren at 10:48 PM PST - 29 comments
Can somebody help me with some Java programming?
Can someone help me with some Java programming? [more inside]
posted by bookman117 at 10:46 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by bookman117 at 10:46 PM PST - 15 comments
Acoustic rhythm guitar licks?
I've been playing acoustic guitar for a bunch of years now (and am so-so at it). I really like those transitional moments between chords -- stuff you can throw in to make just strumming along a bit more interesting; things like the turnaround in Alice's Restaurant, but even really simple things like -- starting on a D chord and leading on the low e string 0-2-3 to get to a G chord. What are your favorite little phrases like those? Or, alternatively, do those have an official name I can google? Or, alternatively alternatively, any good websites or books for that kind of thing? Oh -- I mostly play with a pick, so I'm more interested in phrases you can play that way.
Durable ebook formats?
Suppose I'm thinking of purchasing an e-book reader (or an iPad/tablet), and my primary hesitation is that I don't want to buy a bunch of e-books in a format that (1) will someday be useless or unreadable or (2) will lock me into a specific brand of hardware forever. What do I need to know? [more inside]
How can I protect myself when selling internationally on eBay?
How can I protect myself when selling internationally on eBay? (I am in the US.) [more inside]
Hair and feathers in the story of the crucifixion?
Is there a story related to the crucifixion of Jesus in which hair is pulled or held? Also, is there a feather in the story related to the crucifixion of Jesus? [more inside]
Single and childless: Any regrets in later life?
I am not desperate for relationships (quite the opposite), nor am I trying to run away from them. I am at a stage where I need to really focus on my career and I want to opt out of relationships, possibly for life (being the planner that I am, I need to pick one direction, at least for now- but this is a choice I can easily make for life). Another reason for this decision is that I am really comfortable living single and I don't particularly yearn for children at this point in life. [more inside]
posted by xm at 8:05 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by xm at 8:05 PM PST - 31 comments
Am I in an sound producer's dream?
(audiophilefilter) Ok, mefi gear heads--- I am a recording engineer that recently acquired a new client. He wants to set up a small yet powerful home basement studio. He currently has an old Tascam cassette 4-track recorder. He also has DEEP pockets. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by peewinkle at 6:48 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by peewinkle at 6:48 PM PST - 24 comments
Places to stay in Berlin for 10 weeks?
Help! Where can I find a place to stay in Berlin for 10 weeks? [more inside]
DVDs play in 4:3 aspect ratio on new digital TV
When I play DVDs on my new digital TV, they still show up in the old 4:3 aspect ratio. What is the best way to change this? [more inside]
Ok, this has been fun, what's next?
I think it's time to look for a new job. The problem is, I'm not sure what I want to do next, and I don't know how my skills translate. Long explanation inside. [more inside]
should I stay or should I go now. If I stay there will be trouble. If I go there will be double.
Do I take the new job that's just about as bad as the old job? Or do I stay in the old job and hope it gets better? [more inside]
Opps, I havn't sent you an invoice in WAY TOO long.
How can smooth the way for my sizable invoice to a great client, that is WAY to late in coming? [more inside]
Tattoo Quiz
Tattoo filter: Who is this guy? Who is the artist? What is the image? [more inside]
Which is the best law school in this situation?
Which would be the better law school for someone coming from an Asian country: USC, Case Western, or Washington University? [more inside]
What birthday cake do I want?
It's my birthday in 2 weeks. Help me figure out what birthday cake (or pie) I want my mother to make for me. [more inside]
'Molte Piccante'
Why did you do this to me, Tom?
Where can I get Tom's of Maine calendula shaving cream? It seems they don't make it anymore!!! If I can't get it, do you know of a product that is very similar? This was the best shaving cream I've ever used and have never found anything that can compare.
Which specialist for misophonia?
What kind of doctor do I need for my son? I think he may have selective sound sensitivity syndrome or misophonia, but I don't know where to start. [more inside]
Regression Coefficient Interpretation (OLS)
In an OLS regression the coefficient is b = cov(X,Y)/var(X). What is the plain english interpretation of this coefficient in terms of variations (ie. b is the variation in Y that can be explained by variation in X)?
How does this relate to r^2?
What's there besides Amsterdam?
I want to see more than just Amsterdam. How can I go off the beaten path in The Netherlands? [more inside]
posted by gushn at 3:47 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by gushn at 3:47 PM PST - 13 comments
How to find a leak in my car?
Water is leaking into the car. Mechanic says ask the glass people, the glass people can't find the leak. [more inside]
posted by contrarian at 3:46 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by contrarian at 3:46 PM PST - 15 comments
This should be simple in Excel right?
Excel help. In column A I have several thousand numbers. In column B I have several thousand more numbers, some of which are in column A. I would like column C to contain the numbers from column A that are NOT in column B. I would also like column D to contain the numbers from column B that are NOT in column A.
A whiff of brimstone
Help me invent a smokey, whiskey based cocktail. [more inside]
posted by tim_in_oz at 3:10 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by tim_in_oz at 3:10 PM PST - 23 comments
What is a deal-breaker when buying an old house?
My husband's grandmother is in her 90s and we have been offered the chance to buy (for very cheap, basically nothing) her large 1940s woodframe pier and beam house. One story. [more inside]
posted by emjaybee at 2:41 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by emjaybee at 2:41 PM PST - 26 comments
Snake identification 101
How do I learn to love family members equally?
I love my biological kids more than my step-children. Am I a monster? [more inside]
Help me choose a dish to bring in for my grade 4-6 Geography Club celebration!
Help me choose a dish to bring in for my grade 4-6 Geography Club celebration! [more inside]
Was it too soon to ask about his feeling?
Relationship-break-up-post-mortem filter: Did I objectively screw this up or was it just a unique to the person I was with. [more inside]
Best Foot Doctor in NYC?
Who is the best podiatrist and/or foot doctor in NYC? [more inside]
What are your favorite comedy film shorts?
What are your favorite funny film shorts? (under ten minutes long! ) [more inside]
Why only one abiogenesis?
Why is it assumed that all forms of life evolved from a single common ancestor, instead of any number of different instances of abiogenesis?
posted by shakespeherian at 1:03 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by shakespeherian at 1:03 PM PST - 25 comments
Advice for a first-time maid of honor
WeddingFilter: When bridal shower arrangements get out of hand [more inside]
posted by TrishaLynn at 12:57 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by TrishaLynn at 12:57 PM PST - 37 comments
Help Me Install Video Surveillance In My House
Help me find the perfect home surveillance gear that I can install myself. I'm looking for hardware recommendations, installation and usage tips and tricks. [more inside]
Why are my nipples numb?
Is it normal for nipples to be numb? [more inside]
Making an iPhone accessory?
iPhone "works with iPhone" hardware accessories, where do I start? [more inside]
How do you sing a song no one's ever heard before?
Are there examples of made-up songs from books (like the original Winnie-the-Pooh's hums) being put to music anywhere? [more inside]
posted by colfax at 12:41 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by colfax at 12:41 PM PST - 16 comments
Please help me get square with the gubmint
I need to file my taxes. The catch? I haven't filed for a few years. [more inside]
What happened to the fronts in World War I at the Swiss border?
What happened to the fronts in World War I at the Swiss border? Did the trenches go up to an imaginary line and just...stop? Was there just an agreement on both sides that no aggressive action would be taken within a certain distance from Switzerland? Has anything been written on this situation, or even better, any pictures of what happened when the trench lines approached the Cantons? [more inside]
posted by cowbellemoo at 12:00 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by cowbellemoo at 12:00 PM PST - 12 comments
Make my bed "just right."
Don'tSaySleepNumberBedFilter: How to cope with very different sleeping preferences (hard/soft, warm/cool)? [more inside]
posted by amber_dale at 12:00 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by amber_dale at 12:00 PM PST - 18 comments
Will I be able to tell the difference between the physical symptoms of a panic attack and a heart attack?
ParanoidFilter: For the longest time I've been getting chest pain with my anxiety. Will I be able to tell the difference between the physical symptoms of a panic attack and a heart attack? [more inside]
People like contests, right?
If you were trying to spread the word about a science fiction writing contest online, how would you do it? [more inside]
Help me turn a door into a sound barrier as well as a physical one.
What is the best way to make an interior door a better sound barrier? [more inside]
the long road to long beach
Road-Trip-Restaurant-Recommendation-Filter: My wife and I will be traveling from Oakland, CA to Long Beach, CA this Saturday. We plan on leaving kind of early and taking our time. My wife is pregnant so we anticipate a lot of bathroom stops. We'll be taking I-5 for most of the trip. My family lives in the Central Valley so I'm familiar with the first part of the trip, but anything on I-5 south of Harris Ranch is new to me. [more inside]
Goin' to Grandma's House
When we have our baby later this spring, and after I go back to my p/t job, my mom is going to take care of our son a few days a week. I'm looking for tips on what sorts of "supplies" my parents should keep at their house and what we should shuttle back and forth. They'll have their own Pack & Play and their own carseat, but what else? Any other tips to make this as easy as possible for everyone would be much appreciated, too.
Help me get pregnant soon.
Tips and tricks for getting pregnant? [more inside]
Does anybody have any experience with Magnolia officinalis?
Look, Who's Talking Now?
I have a camcorder and Adobe Premiere. I'm working on this video project where I want to replace the movement of mouths and change up the dialogue from old movies. Something akin to these etrade commercials (except, of course, not as technically tight). How can I most ably accomplish this?
Vegetarian pu-pu platter
How can I make myself more employable?
I need to figure out a way to redirect my career/skills to accommodate an eventual move to another, less metropolitan part of the US. tl;dr inside... [more inside]
Music that doesn't travel well
Which band (or solo artist) has the most number one songs in the US, but without ever having had a number one in the UK? [more inside]
posted by buxtonbluecat at 10:34 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by buxtonbluecat at 10:34 AM PST - 20 comments
How do I use microfilm for library research? (multi-point question)
How do I use microfilm for library research? (multi-point question) [more inside]
Share your favorite Dungeons & Dragons campaigns.
What was your best D&D experience? [more inside]
My room is TOO HOT! I need free-standing AC unit!
Please recommend a good portable air conditioner (non window mounted, freestanding most preferred) to cool my ridiculously hot room down. [more inside]
Short-run DVD self-publishing UK
I'm in the UK, looking to publish a DVD of a school play on a service like lulu.com, but their shipping charges are ridiculous! Any suggestions? [more inside]
Win iTunes plugins to have?
There seem to be some interesting plugins for doing tedious library management chores (like say, TuneUp or TidySongs). Googling produces tons of non-reviews reviews and noise, and I don't feel like messing my stuff (and time) with lots of try-and-see's, not to mention you have to pay for them (yes, I'm ok with paying for a couple of these things if they are worth it but not just to experiment). So if you're so kind to share, tell me your personal experience and recommendations for iTunes plugins, for Windows. If your experience if
s of something so vile I should run away from it, do tell too!
posted by Iosephus at 9:50 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Iosephus at 9:50 AM PST - 8 comments
Karaoke at Home!
My roommate and I wish to host a karaoke night, where I play guitar and he plays piano. What songs should we play? [more inside]
"Sign this and we'll tell you what it is later, mmmkay?"
Asking for a friend: leaving an apartment in Toronto, sketchy landlord wants my friend to sign something. Friend doesn't want to. [more inside]
posted by the dief at 9:40 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by the dief at 9:40 AM PST - 17 comments
Technically writing
I am intereted in learning more about the discipline(s) of Technical Writing/Communication. [more inside]
Um... hello... uh...
How can I better learn the art of conversation and other social skills? [more inside]
Best way to handle disagreeing with a friend on a touchy subject?
My friend wants my support for her disability advocacy campaigns. I feel she's misguided. What's the best way to handle this? [more inside]
Where should we move between Boston and Waltham?
My boyfriend is going to Brandeis in Waltham, MA. I'm going to Simmons in Boston, MA. Where should we move? [more inside]
Are there decent thrift and/or second-hand clothing stores in Syracuse?
Are there decent thrift and/or second-hand clothing stores in Syracuse? [more inside]
posted by Jairus at 9:01 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by Jairus at 9:01 AM PST - 1 comment
Ralphie May and cuba diving
Where can I find a clip of stand up comedian Ralphie May doing his cuba diving bit? [more inside]
Where in the world can a US and UK citizen get married quickly?
Where in the world can a US and UK citizen get married quickly? [more inside]
rafting near Chicago
Please recommend a white water rafting and camping destination for a weekend trip from Chicago. [more inside]
Video of a 1974 US Navy Burial at Sea of recovered Soviet sailors.
On September 4, 1974 the bodies of 6 Soviet sailors were recovered by the US Navy while clandestinely surveying the wreckage of submarine K-129. In 1992 CIA director Robert Gates "...as a gesture of intent, a symbol of a new era... carried with [him, on a state visit with Boris Yeltsin] the Soviet naval flag that had shrouded the coffins... [and] a videotape of their burial at sea, complete with prayers for the dead and the Soviet national anthem—-a dignified and respectful service even at the height of the Cold War."[1] Where/how can I watch this videotape?
posted by jjjjjjjijjjjjjj at 8:27 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by jjjjjjjijjjjjjj at 8:27 AM PST - 5 comments
Will my guitar survive a gig in my car?
Will my guitar be OK in the trunk of my car for a few days in long-term airport parking? [more inside]
Where can I buy velcro or stretchy straps of varying widths in New York City?
I'm looking for a velcro or a stretchy strap that's about as wide as a ski goggle strap, and I live in New York City. [more inside]
What are some great Department of Defense/ Military Industry blogs like Danger Room ?
What are some great modern warfare or department of defense centric blogs ? [more inside]
posted by carefulmonkey at 8:07 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by carefulmonkey at 8:07 AM PST - 5 comments
How to cook Chinese tomato with chicken
Help me re-create a dish from a faraway restaurant: Chinese chicken with tomato. [more inside]
posted by Songdog at 8:03 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Songdog at 8:03 AM PST - 5 comments
Help I Accidentally A Whole Counterprotest
I'm planning a tea party counterprotest. I've never done this before. Help. [more inside]
posted by kpht at 7:59 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by kpht at 7:59 AM PST - 25 comments
Something-Something Roots
Where does the joke: "Something Something [Something] come from? [more inside]
posted by Potomac Avenue at 7:32 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Potomac Avenue at 7:32 AM PST - 9 comments
How do you cook with glucose?
Looking for recipes or ideas for cooking with glucose powder instead of sucrose or HFCS. [more inside]
posted by Ery at 7:09 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Ery at 7:09 AM PST - 4 comments
cheapest droid plan?
I'm an old guy, so be patient. I have the cheapest verizon plan I could find. It is around $39/month. I am somewhat taken with the new droid phone. I find the verizon site very confusing. I would like to get a droid with a new 2 year plan as cheaply as I could. Amazon advertises the droid for $20 with a new 2 year plan. Does the hive have any idea what plan I should get and as cheap as possible.
I feel completely different mentally from 2 years ago. Help me reverse it (if possible). Kinda long...
I feel completely different mentally from 2 years ago. Help me reverse it (if possible). Kinda long... [more inside]
Are my GRE scores good enough?
GRE-filter: are my GRE scores good enough for Ivy-League / "top 10" American schools? [more inside]
Can I date my professor?
Can I date my professor? [more inside]
Mallorca recommendations
Hotel and beach recommendations for three nights in Mallorca. [more inside]
What kind of wireless microphone are they using on The Amazing Race?
What kind of wireless microphone are they using on The Amazing Race? [more inside]
posted by wordsmith at 5:52 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by wordsmith at 5:52 AM PST - 11 comments
Software packages for analyzing qualitative data?
I am in the midst of writing my final Masters thesis, and one chapter involves interviews with development actors to determine human rights impacts on socially marginalized communities in and around Bangalore, India. By the end of my two weeks here, I will have 5-10 interviews. What options do I have in software packages to synthesize the qualitative data? All of the questions are opinion-based. Only one uses a numeric ranking metric. I would like to extrapolate trends in responses. Keep in mind that I need to have this done by May 1st.
Herbal Balogna?
What process does a doctor/scientist use to determine exactly how much of an herbal pill or food is absorbed and used by the body? [more inside]
posted by modoriculous at 5:40 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by modoriculous at 5:40 AM PST - 8 comments
Which migration agent to use from UK to Australia?
Can anyone recommend a good (reasonably priced) migration agent to migrate from the UK to Australia?
Explain this so I can sleep
What just scared the crap out of me? Hallway light went on for about 15 seconds, then off, and is now burnt out. [more inside]
posted by itesser at 3:32 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by itesser at 3:32 AM PST - 19 comments
IKEA budget, boutique hotel taste
Decorating a small flat in London on a budget without resorting to IKEA? I'm tired of having my place looking studenty and would like to pick up some nice, unique furnishings and accessories. I don't have a lot of space or money to work with, however. I know about Gumtree, but can you recommend some stores I can visit to get ideas as well as buy cool stuff? I live in W2 (which isn't exactly budget-friendly, I know.)
posted by jetsetlag at 2:41 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by jetsetlag at 2:41 AM PST - 13 comments
Eating in Hong Kong
Help! I'm a foodie suddenly headed to Hong Kong and have no idea what to eat! [more inside]
posted by Suciu at 1:43 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Suciu at 1:43 AM PST - 12 comments
April 7
MTV Hits is not available for DirecTV, so how do I watch it?
I want to watch MTV Hits, but I have DirecTV. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by schindyguy at 11:19 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by schindyguy at 11:19 PM PST - 2 comments
What would go well with cochinita pibil?
I need a creamy Mexican-ish side to go with a spicy roasted pork main course. [more inside]
posted by uri at 11:09 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by uri at 11:09 PM PST - 17 comments
My mom Is Cheating On My Dad
How Am I Supposed To Feel About My Mom Cheating On My Dad? And Draining Family Money? (desperate for any help or advice) [more inside]
Should we adopt this baby?
My wife's friend just had a baby. She is a single mother. She does not want her baby. She wants us to take her baby. What to do? [more inside]
posted by meantime at 9:59 PM PST - 45 comments
posted by meantime at 9:59 PM PST - 45 comments
NYCFilter: Filled out rental application, now not so sure
NYCFilter: Filled out rental application. Now don't want to continue process. Problem? [more inside]
After previewing, sorry for this being so long!
Am I cursed with "bad friends" or am I the bad friend? Looooong explanation inside [more inside]
Liiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimes.
Where can I get lime leaves in the LA area, the nearer to Burbank the better? [more inside]
posted by Nattie at 8:47 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Nattie at 8:47 PM PST - 19 comments
What to do with a whole lotta vanilla?
Whole Vanilla - what can I do with whole vanilla pods (beans) etc? My sister, who had been living in Mexico just brought me back 10 - 14 whole vanilla beans (they are in plastic so not sure exact number). What wonderful, delicious, useful or creative things can I do with them? [more inside]
posted by saradarlin at 8:39 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by saradarlin at 8:39 PM PST - 20 comments
What is this tattoo?
How dumb should my resume go?
I've been a professional musician, music entrepreneur, and music educator for nearly 10 years (I'm in my mid-twenties). I have a day job in public school teaching for the fall, but I need a job in the "in between" - ie the next 6ish months. However, because my resume is very heavily music biz and music influenced, I'm having a hard time getting taken seriously in any regular retail or restaurant job interviews. I've tried dumbing down my resume with decent results, but do I need to go dumber to actually get a job? [more inside]
got any advice on a refi for a not-too-tragic 30-year-fixed mortgage?
Is there a way to refinance my mortgage under the Making Home Affordable Program (a.k.a. HARP), or should I just give up & save my energy? [more inside]
posted by apostrophe at 7:52 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by apostrophe at 7:52 PM PST - 4 comments
What would be a good hobby for me?
I really want a new hobby, or a new way to think about my existing hobbies. I have no idea what I want to do. [more inside]
posted by christinetheslp at 7:45 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by christinetheslp at 7:45 PM PST - 27 comments
Why does it sound like it's blowing in the wind?
Wind tunnel in my ears. Make it stop. [more inside]
Distractions from a family wedding in St Louis?
A few things to do in St Louis this weekend when I need a break from my family and maybe recommendations on a route to run near the hotel... [more inside]
Who Narrated "The Buddha" on PBS?
OK, I just watched "The Buddha" on PBS. The narration clearly was by a woman, yet everything I see on the web says Richard Gere was the narrator.
The PBS site is down at the moment. Anyone know who that narrator was?
It's my browser and I'll open a new window if and only if I want one.
I despise the use of "target=blank" in a tags. Is there a Firefox extension that can strip them out? [more inside]
posted by Pope Guilty at 7:09 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Pope Guilty at 7:09 PM PST - 8 comments
Is it possible to look both appropriate and fierce at the same time?
How should I accessorize my bridesmaid dress? [more inside]
posted by Eumachia L F at 6:54 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by Eumachia L F at 6:54 PM PST - 22 comments
can i deduct my laptop on my taxes in canada?
can i deduct my laptop on my taxes in canada? i live and work in ontario, canada. i travel for work (approximately 6-8 months in total in a year) and generally my laptop is always required for presentations and software demos. i purchased my own last year. the laptop is 100% solely dedicated to work. i have 2 other computers at home for personal use.... so can i write it off? bonus points for how to do it using quicktax.ca
flies solo, wants to ride tandem
an orgasm is something that happens when i'm alone. [more inside]
Who is ultimately in charge of my son's overall health care treatment?
Multiple doctors and specialists for a toddler--but no one seems to be overseeing his treatment as a whole. Who is supposed to be my main source of information when he's having immediate, severe health issues? [more inside]
posted by Lullen at 6:07 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Lullen at 6:07 PM PST - 12 comments
Make me wish I was there
Best online videos of live musical performances? [more inside]
How's the job market for C++ Software Engineers in the UK?
How's the job market for C++ Software Engineers in the UK? [more inside]
Did I just pay premium for mid-grade gasoline?
Did I just pay for Premium Gasoline when I was really pumping Mid-Grade? While I was fueling up the car I noticed 2 of the 3 nozzles were switched from their correct position; what did I pay for? [more inside]
What am I going to do with my house?
We own two thirds of a crappy house in a really good spot, we're useless at handy work and we want to leave in 2.5 years. What’s the best way to capitalise on this asset? [more inside]
Who created this page?
Is there a way to tell the individual person who created a Facebook page? (like the type you can become a fan of) The specific page in question started today and has more than 2,000 fans so far.
posted by chris p at 5:12 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by chris p at 5:12 PM PST - 6 comments
should I sue my doctor?
6 months ago, I returned from Mexico to NYC with a bad case of Colitis, diagnosed down there.
My Gastro/Principal doctor here treated it w/ Prenizone as usual, (I've been hit by it before) and all seemed well.
But something was wrong. I was fatigued, lost my appetite, had headaches, odd spasms in my hands...and the symptoms seemed to get worse.
A few weeks after the end of the Prenizone treatment, I returned to him, complained of the above, and expressed bafflement. [more inside]
Can social security payments be reactivated if they were initially declined by the recipient?
Can social security payments be reactivated if they were initially declined by the recipient? [more inside]
Books about successful outsiders or misfits
Can you recommend any books or other compendiums of bios of notable, successful people who were misfits or outsiders for much of their upbringing? A friend's teen daughter has always marched to her own drummer, but she is having an especially tough time right now and we'd like to give her some examples of positive role models. (The folks in the Apple "Think Different" campaign are the easy, obvious ones - we'd like something a bit more thoughtful and real.)
Multi user ASP chat
Help me find a robust multi-room chat client I can use with asp.net [more inside]
Can we meet on top of the empire state building in one year?
Boy meets girl. Girl has a bf. Boy and Girl hook up anyways. Boy has feelings for her, Girl says she does too but cant do anything about it till she moves back to same city. [more inside]
How can I avoid getting tired while lifting weights?
How can I avoid getting tired while lifting weights? [more inside]
posted by fatty magoo at 4:00 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by fatty magoo at 4:00 PM PST - 21 comments
The mystery of the partly-broken window
I came home tonight to find a piece of glass missing from my window, but it wasn't a break-in. Help me figure out the cause. [more inside]
How soon should I see a doctor about this mole?
Dermatologyfilter: I have a mole on my back that's turned rough and itchy in the last week.... [more inside]
is there any reason not to buy a new camera off of eBay?
Are there reasons to buy a new camera from a retail outlet like B&H instead of picking up the same new/"sealed"/etc. digital camera off eBay, if the price is right? Are there any unusual downfalls to getting cameras off eBay? (I'm considering the Canon G11 or S90 at the moment.)
posted by dahliachewswell at 3:40 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by dahliachewswell at 3:40 PM PST - 19 comments
Poetry recommendations for a 3rd grader
What are some recommendations for poetry appropriate for a 3rd grade reading level? This can be either works by a single poet or anthologies. [more inside]
posted by rollbiz at 3:34 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by rollbiz at 3:34 PM PST - 26 comments
Westchester foreclosure advice
I need advice/an attorney recommendation. We live in Westchester County, NY, and are considering walking away from our co-op mortgage. [more inside]
When will I drop pounds and not just inches?
I'm losing inches, but not so many pounds. How long til the weight drops? [more inside]
I want my head to be bumpless
I'm looking for suggestions for a doctor to see about removing a lipoma from my scalp in the SF Bay Area. Yelp isn't being very helpful and this probably falls under "cosmetic surgery", so who does the hivemind recommend? [more inside]
posted by Allenthar at 3:19 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Allenthar at 3:19 PM PST - 2 comments
Prices in Buzios?
Extra time at the temple?
We're planning a two week trip to Peru, including a hike on the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. Is it worth spending an overnight at Machu Picchu to have extra time onsite? Any other must-see recommendations for Peru would be greatly appreciated.
posted by graventy at 3:03 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by graventy at 3:03 PM PST - 20 comments
It's a tanker desk with extra security. How do I remove the security for esthetic reasons?
I've got this metal thing on my metal desk. How do I get it off? [more inside]
Temporary cell phone w/SMS in China (Beijing)?
What are my best options for a temporary (3 week), prepaid cell phone with text messaging while on a trip to Beijing and Xi'an? [more inside]
posted by yukonho at 2:39 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by yukonho at 2:39 PM PST - 3 comments
Need some perspective on "hard work."
I'm dealing with feelings that I'm not ambitious enough and not enough of a hard worker, and I'd like some perspective on how hard is 'hard enough.' [more inside]
posted by Tehhund at 2:31 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Tehhund at 2:31 PM PST - 11 comments
Which US states have state history classes?
In this thread, state history classes were brought up. I've always assumed Texas was the only state that had them, since people I've mentioned them to who were from other states thought the idea was weird. However, apparently Washington, at least, has them as well. Which other states do? Is it a unit of a more general US History class or a whole year-long class like Texas?
Sell me on the City of Angels.
Can you help sell me on Los Angeles? [more inside]
How to build an easy-to-use database for diagramming?
Best database front-end for creating, editing, and exporting obscure Entity-Relationship-Diagram-like analyses? [more inside]
Looking for a long lost friend
What's the best way to find a person you have been out of touch with for 50 years? [more inside]
Vinyl Ripping Again
Is there easy to use software (free or otherwise) to rip vinyl to my Mac? [more inside]
posted by gteffertz at 2:00 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by gteffertz at 2:00 PM PST - 14 comments
Newlywed Financial Advice
[FinancialAdviceFilter] I'm graduating college and getting married. Now what? [more inside]
It's 4am and I have bites everywhere.
Is it possible that mosquitoes are coming in through the air conditioning? [more inside]
posted by simplesharps at 1:30 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by simplesharps at 1:30 PM PST - 14 comments
I need help on an essay I've already been graded on 16 years ago.
Should I sell my car in another state?
I'm from Texas. I want to sell my car, but have heard that I may be able to sell it for slightly more ($1000-$2000 extra) in another part of the US. Is this something that is actually true? Or would it be more trouble than it's worth? [more inside]
posted by vakker at 12:55 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by vakker at 12:55 PM PST - 4 comments
DC Therapist Recommendations
Need recommendations for DC-area therapists who accept Aetna. [more inside]
Dream Vacay without the fiance
I am getting married in early July. I was offered a month long, all expenses paid trip to London for the month of May by my job. My fiance will have to work and can't go with me. She is not thrilled by the idea. [more inside]
I'm just not that into you.
Please help me dump someone that I'm not actually seeing. [more inside]
posted by Solomon at 12:53 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by Solomon at 12:53 PM PST - 26 comments
CLOAKS AND/OR PIGS
Photographer / book ID! [more inside]
Help me get rid of this worm.
Apparently there's a worm in my email. SBC says it will eventually work itself out. Are they lying to me? Can I do something to speed this along? [more inside]
posted by sarajane at 12:46 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by sarajane at 12:46 PM PST - 9 comments
Wii for seniors
Can a pen name protect me from legal repercussions in writing a personal nonfiction book based on previous petty crimes?
Can a pen name protect me from legal repercussions in writing a personal nonfiction book based on previous petty crimes? [more inside]
What to do with this yard sale find?
I recently picked up two old stainless steel milk kettles (about 4 or 5 gallons each) and a 5 gallon pyrex glass jug. I don't know why I bought them since I don't know what I want to do with them, but for less than $10 for the lot, I couldn't pass them up. Any ideas? [more inside]
Save all your passwords Sir?
"Do not show this message again". Keeping preferences and settings in XP when using steadystate to reset a user account on logout? [more inside]
Where to buy shoelaces?
I have a couple pairs of shoes that I wear to work, but are not real fancy. The shoes are still in good shape but they need new laces. Where to buy? [more inside]
posted by Rad_Boy at 11:59 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Rad_Boy at 11:59 AM PST - 9 comments
April blues...
Tax question. [more inside]
Can I get away with putting these "line dry" pants in the dryer?
LaundryFilter: I recently bought some stretch cotton pants. According to the label, stretch cotton is defined as c. 97-98% cotton, with the remainder being spandex. Unfortunately, that very same label informs me that I'm supposed to line dry these pants, which is enormously inconvenient for me. Could I get away with putting these through a few minutes in a regular dryer on the low dry/delicates setting or would that destroy the pants? [more inside]
posted by jason's_planet at 11:49 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by jason's_planet at 11:49 AM PST - 17 comments
A strategic approach to strategy?
BusinessFilter: What are some classic examples of strategy, other than Sun Tzu's Art of War? The more quotable, the better. [more inside]
posted by oinopaponton at 11:14 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by oinopaponton at 11:14 AM PST - 11 comments
PTSD causing music annoyance?
Could PTSD be causing my music annoyance? [more inside]
A way to measure the resolution of streaming Flash video.
Is there any way for an end-user to accurately measure the native/internal resolution of streaming Flash video? [more inside]
Plus-size tall women's jeans in NYC?
Fashion emergency: is there anywhere in New York City I can find plus-size tall women's jeans? [more inside]
posted by Jeanne at 10:33 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by Jeanne at 10:33 AM PST - 19 comments
The dow will be over 12,000 before I get the graphic done
For seven minutes everyday, a part of my job nearly kills me. I need the assistance of people with computer programming abilities. [more inside]
posted by tylerfulltilt at 10:31 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by tylerfulltilt at 10:31 AM PST - 33 comments
Is Louis Egan related to Thomas Egan?
Was Louis A. Egan once president of Union Electric of St. Louis related to the St. Louis gangster, Thomas Egan of Egan's rats?
Water, water everywhere, and not a drop worth drinking
Why does the tap water in my apartment make me thirstier than I was before I drank it? [more inside]
What is this sound effect I keep hearing?
Is there a name for the "gate opening" sound effect I keep hearing? [more inside]
Gooeys and Spikeys
Can someone identify the article in which the writer outlines the differences between analytic and continental philosophy using the metaphor of 'gooey' (continental) and 'spikey/sharpies' (analytic)?
posted by freud at 10:17 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by freud at 10:17 AM PST - 3 comments
How to find specific companies by industry in a foreign country.
How can I narrow down a search for a specific company in a foreign country (in this case Brazil). [more inside]
My 5-year punishment must come to an end...
Bookish mystery: Help me identify the translation of Crime and Punishment I was reading. [more inside]
posted by xiaolongbao at 10:04 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by xiaolongbao at 10:04 AM PST - 5 comments
Gift for a mentor. Who is a friend. And so much more.
What would be a good present for a 30-something year old woman who just received a huge promotion in a European-related foreign affairs job? [more inside]
posted by eytanb at 9:58 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by eytanb at 9:58 AM PST - 13 comments
Shipping up to Boston to see my Dad's wooden legs
Is it possible or pure lunacy to try to view the Boston Marathon at two or more points by using public transportation? If possible, what viewing areas would you recommend? [more inside]
Montreal?
I'll be in Montreal this weekend (April 9-11) and I'd like your advice on things to do. I've seen the previous "what to do in Montreal" threads but this question is a bit different. [more inside]
Could a rah rah "parody" song spell copyright trouble?
Corporate client wants to re-lyric a popular Broadway show tune and use it at a private meeting. Is this kosher? [more inside]
posted by madamjujujive at 9:40 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by madamjujujive at 9:40 AM PST - 9 comments
online statistics textbook for biology student
Hello everyone,
This is a delurk, so let met start by saying hello. I'm a biology student and I have recently started my first research internship. Now I need to do some statistics, and I have never been any good at it, to the point where I don't even know what exactly a null hypothesis is and why it is important. Please recommend a good basic statistics manual, that will clear up the basics for me. I would prefer it uses R. [more inside]
What is the perfect gift to get for a Chicago Blackhawks fan?
What can I get for a Chicago Blackhawks fan? [more inside]
Software for Unicode entry via keyboard shortcuts?
Are there any free windows programs for entering Unicode characters via customizable keyboard shortcuts? [more inside]
posted by ErWenn at 9:17 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by ErWenn at 9:17 AM PST - 2 comments
Best way to ditch a landline and use Google Voice for a married couple?
Best practices in ditching a landline and using cell phones and Google Voice as a married couple? [more inside]
Post haircut cleaning?
What's the easiest and fastest way of getting hair fragments out of my hair after a haircut? [more inside]
posted by kmz at 8:54 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by kmz at 8:54 AM PST - 20 comments
Indoors is mine, they can have the rest.
Strategies for dispatching the eight-legged bastards that have the audacity to enter my home? [more inside]
Other domains don't necessarily have cooties
Why does the cross-domain restriction exist on the XMLHttpRequest object? [more inside]
posted by burnfirewalls at 8:29 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by burnfirewalls at 8:29 AM PST - 10 comments
What are some interesting ways to go from the UK to France?
What are some interesting ways to go from the UK to France? [more inside]
posted by nitsuj at 8:14 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by nitsuj at 8:14 AM PST - 10 comments
Putting dead tree books on a Kindle.
Considering a Kindle, but I have one big hang-up: all the books I already own. Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by po822000 at 8:06 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by po822000 at 8:06 AM PST - 13 comments
Help me Locate Photo of a XC Skier with an Acoustic Bass on his back
There was a photo in the "New Moon" ski catalog (about 10 years ago) of a xc skier, skiing down to a hut in what looked like the Alps, with a large acoustic bass strapped to his back.
If someone knew a source for the photo, it'd mean a lot. (I love the photo in that it combines music, skiing, community...)
Die, Roth IRA, die
Get loans or cash out my Roth IRA? [more inside]
Career advice for software developer?
How much should I be making as a software developer, 3-4 years out of college in a place like St. Louis? [more inside]
Please help me understand international flight rules.
Can I book two different flights--one international and one trans-Atlantic--for the same day? The question gets more complicated... [more inside]
Cactus Planting?
Planting this plant: How? [more inside]
"Tethering" is a word that doesn't fare well being repeated over and over.
What is the best current option for tethering a cell phone to a computer? [more inside]
posted by codacorolla at 7:28 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by codacorolla at 7:28 AM PST - 17 comments
A mayfly in LA
I have an extra day on a business trip to LA -- never been there, how do I make most of it? [more inside]
Macbook Spill -- any hope?
Spilled steamed milk on my macbook, am I screwed? [more inside]
posted by empath at 7:08 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by empath at 7:08 AM PST - 8 comments
How do I show someone a good time in DC on a Wednesday night?
How do I show my friend a good time in DC? Problem: It will be on a Wednesday night (tonight, actually...) [more inside]
posted by Loto at 6:48 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Loto at 6:48 AM PST - 12 comments
How to get my digital camera to work with my laptop?
Make computer run faster
Please help me make this computer run faster. It's running Windows XP, and I'll tell you everything else I know inside. [more inside]
posted by desjardins at 6:23 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by desjardins at 6:23 AM PST - 18 comments
Who's the Grand Master?
Help me ID an early '80s rap song I remember almost nothing about, please. [more inside]
You want how much for that ticket?
How does selling tickets for $1 on Craigslist work? [more inside]
posted by littleredwagon at 5:03 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by littleredwagon at 5:03 AM PST - 6 comments
Bada Bing?
OKSOI'MLATE filter: Why would it be worth it to invest six seasons worth of time in the phenomena known as The Sopranos? [more inside]
Can you recommend a free Outlook duplicate remover?
Thanks to the recent iTunes update, my Outlook 2007 calendar is riddled with duplicates. Both the free apps I know about haven't worked properly and I'm loath to pay money for such a simple application. Do you have any recommendations? [more inside]
posted by mr_silver at 2:44 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by mr_silver at 2:44 AM PST - 3 comments
Lines, lines, everywhere lines....
My (German) boyfriend and my(American) self will be going through passport control upon arrival in Chicago (O'Hare). Can we go through the same line? [more inside]
posted by monkey!knife!fight! at 1:28 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by monkey!knife!fight! at 1:28 AM PST - 19 comments
Pinball in Melbourne?
Where to find a pinball machine in Melbourne (preferably in a pub)? South Melbourne, the CBD and Fitzroy are my preferential destinations (in that order). [more inside]
posted by the quidnunc kid at 12:43 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by the quidnunc kid at 12:43 AM PST - 3 comments
April 6
How do I learn programming from home? what's the best approach?
How do I learn programming from home? what's the best approach? [more inside]
Where to publish a long eclectic philosophical and literary essay?
Where could I publish an eclectic novella-length philosophical and literary essay? [more inside]
Like The Wire, set on Cass
True crime in Detroit or Southeast Michigan? Or great crime fiction set there (preferably based on real events)? [more inside]
what is a good online store for contemporary furniture?
what is a good online store for contemporary furniture? [more inside]
posted by shalam at 10:27 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by shalam at 10:27 PM PST - 10 comments
Modern Wedding Questions from a modern kind of guy
1. How can I suggest that we'd appreciate gift cards or cash for wedding gifts? It's a second marriage and we're both grown-ups. We don't need towels or toasters- but we could definitely use a chainsaw or a good carry-on bag or a stand-mixer.
Do we really have to do the dance of the return line? Really? It's 2010.
we've been to the moon.
2. Also, our venue has a legal limit of 50 guests on the day of our wedding. It's a LEGAL issue. I'd love to invite everybody- I can't. I want to invite all of our friends to dinner a few nights before. How can I make this feel special, help these folks understand that they are precious to us, etc? Wine?
3. I'm not having a 'best man'. All my friends are good. I've having all the guys wear black and white (we all really like 'Reservoir Dogs'). What could they do that would be cool (besides carry us out on sedan chairs)?
posted by flowerofhighrank at 10:18 PM PST - 59 comments
posted by flowerofhighrank at 10:18 PM PST - 59 comments
Raise a Tasmanian Tiger at home?
Is it possible to get involved with a breeding program for endangered species at home? [more inside]
I'm so bad with death.
Calling Ms. Manners: whats an appropriate thing to say when a co-worker's parent has died? [more inside]
What funeral songs are you hearing?
What songs have you heard commonly and uncommonly at funerals and were they selected by the deceased or the friends and family? [more inside]
Best way to display/honour/care for a decades-old paper book with massive sentimental value?
Best way to display/honour/care for a decades-old paper book with massive sentimental value? [more inside]
MS Access data to pretty HTML?
Is there something newer/better than XML/XLST Maker that will let me automate putting data from an Access database into a clean HTML page that can be edited? [more inside]
posted by eleanna at 8:58 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by eleanna at 8:58 PM PST - 3 comments
StressFilter
Straight to the next leg of the librarian rat race? [more inside]
Supplying WiFi to a small (50 person) conference?
I'm putting on a small conference, and the place we're using is happy to supply internets if we can supply our own WiFi. What sort of WiFi router or AP do I need to support 50 users simultaneously? [more inside]
posted by pivotal at 8:56 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by pivotal at 8:56 PM PST - 10 comments
I exercise, I breathe, I hear every minute detail.
Why does exercise make me hear funny? I don't even swim, but it sounds like I have water in my ear. [more inside]
posted by ymendel at 8:39 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by ymendel at 8:39 PM PST - 22 comments
Good songs about men and war?
What are some popular World War II-era songs about masculinity, the military, and/or war? [more inside]
CameraFilter: Help me decide between a low-end SLR and a high-end point and shoot!
I'm sort of looking into a new camera, and I can't decide whether to get a high-end point and shoot or an entry level SLR. Help me pick! [more inside]
posted by gchucky at 8:20 PM PST - 65 comments
posted by gchucky at 8:20 PM PST - 65 comments
Can a huge geothermal power plant cause an earthquake?
As I understand it, the 7.2 earthquake that hit Mexico last weekend had it's epicenter in Guadalupe Victoria, which is just a few miles from Cerro Prieto, a dormant volcano and the worlds largest Geothermal plant. Is there any scientific (not tinfoil hat) evidence that having a large scale Geothermal plant, doing whatever it is Geothermal plants specifically do, could lead to or worsen an earthquake? And if the volcano is dormant, how is the plant generating power? Does dormant just mean not spewing lava actively, but there is activity underneath? [more inside]
posted by Spurious Packets at 8:11 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Spurious Packets at 8:11 PM PST - 13 comments
Fun/weird/snorkel destinations in Asturias?
I'm off to Asturias, Spain at the end of May. What should I do while I'm there? I like beaches/snorkeling and also weird cultural stuff (for example, in Berlin I loved the Dead Chickens Studio and in Prague I loved the crazy metronome and fake Starbucks at the bottom of its hill).
finding an ipad review
About a week ago, I read an iPad buyer's guide on one of the tech blogs that bascially said, "if you're looking for a productivity tool, buy this model. If you're looking for an entertainment device, buy the other model." Now I can't find that article anywhere. Ask MetaFilter, any leads? [more inside]
posted by roger ackroyd at 7:20 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by roger ackroyd at 7:20 PM PST - 4 comments
Retro bike racks wanted but not found.
I recently purchased a new bicycle. A GT Kustom Kruiser Moto Glide to be specific.
This is my first bike since college and also the first that's I've actually ridden regularly. It has become apparent that I should get some some type of rack/basket.
The problem I am encountering is all the ones I can find are very square and boring (for example). What I would like is something that would be more in line with the bike's aesthetics. Prefer to purchase, but not against a DIY solution if you have any ideas.
posted by damionbroadaway at 7:01 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by damionbroadaway at 7:01 PM PST - 12 comments
What's the best fire starting tool
What can I carry that will let me easily, consistantly and reliable make burning? [more inside]
What are some good SF/Fantasy wedding quotes?
What are some good light-hearted quotations for a wedding reading, preferably from fantasy/SF/young adult books? This question had some good SF ones but we're also after fantasy. Pratchett, Douglas Adams, Gaiman, Bujold are some examples of authors we're looking at
What do you wish you had known before you moved to Anchorage, Alaska?
What do you wish you had known before you moved to Anchorage, Alaska? [more inside]
posted by charmcityblues at 6:32 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by charmcityblues at 6:32 PM PST - 17 comments
How can I make this lopsided home purchase fair?
What would be a fair way for my dad and I to buy a rental property, if he is providing the down payment? [more inside]
What mythological dragons eat the world?
Looking for mythology/folklore concerning world-eating dragons. [more inside]
posted by rivenwanderer at 6:26 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by rivenwanderer at 6:26 PM PST - 8 comments
Fullfillment possible?
Are you fulfilled in your job? Should I seek to be? I have a job which paid me over $450K last year. I worked maybe 50 hours a week to generate that on average (although with wild swings and a lot of travel.) If I stay I will be on track to make $1M a year in a few years. I am not terribly happy, but not totally miserable. [more inside]
How screwed am I for finding preschool in SF?
I just got a job offer in SF. Do I stand any chance of finding preschool for my 3-year old by September? [Yes, ye childless, roll your eyes.] [more inside]
Help me get Mac files off of a CD on Windows.
Is it possible to copy a the mac formated files off of a dual formatted CD? [more inside]
What shouldn't I miss in Casablanca?
My electric bill is going to go crazy bc my sump pump won't stop running!
Our sump pump runs constantly, but only at night. Why? [more inside]
How do we hang our Fijian souvenirs?
We purchased some decorative weapons & printed tapa cloth (masi) from Fiji. How do we hang them on the wall? [more inside]
posted by SarahbytheSea at 5:24 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by SarahbytheSea at 5:24 PM PST - 6 comments
How do I get over trust issues in a relationship?
How do I get over trust/anxiety issues in a new relationship, with an assist from email snooping? [more inside]
You might say the secret ingredient is... salt.
Pork chop filter: Help me make the other white meat palatable to a non-pork-lover who wants to give pig a chance. [more inside]
reading through a continent
I want to read a book written by an author from every African country, about life in his / her country. [more inside]
IT Help for Epson Thermal Receiprt Printer
Would any IT / library people out there have any suggestions for troubleshooting our (old!) Epson TM T88III thermal receipt printers? We can't get them to work with the new computers... [more inside]
Use up my yeast!
Besides baking absurd amounts of bread, how can I use up 6oz of Fresh Bakers Yeast before it expires on 4/12/2010? [more inside]
posted by larthegreat at 4:50 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by larthegreat at 4:50 PM PST - 14 comments
Wireless LAN driver XP WE250
I am looking for a WinXP driver for a wireless lan PCMCIA card. I have searched via google, but alas to no avail. The card has "11M Wireless LAN Card PCMCIA" on the front and The Part number is WE250-IF. One site suggested that it was either a BroMax or a KingsMax card, but I still couldn't find a driver and both companies seem to have vanished. Any suggestions greatly appreciated - Cheers Dren
How do people with two jobs actually get them both done?!
I know that what I'm trying to do - work one boring full time job and one creative part time job at the same- is not unusual. I know millions of people do it every day. But the combination of tiredness, poor time management, and procrastination is making it seem impossible. Help! [more inside]
Where is this current or former British Columbia court house building located?
Where is this current or former British Columbia court house building located? [more inside]
posted by neksys at 4:30 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by neksys at 4:30 PM PST - 4 comments
Back in the Burgh!
Brief homecoming to Pittsburgh: what fun, awesome things have I missed? [more inside]
Need Excel macro assistance.
MS Excel gurus: I am looking for a way to export the data from a spreadsheet so that it can be displayed in a Word document as text, with the column-headers as lead-ins for each cell of data. Basically I want to turn this into this. [more inside]
posted by Ike_Arumba at 3:29 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Ike_Arumba at 3:29 PM PST - 8 comments
How can I track my reading?
How can I track my reading? Looking for suggestions on a: spreadsheet/program/website...? [more inside]
posted by teststrip at 2:53 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by teststrip at 2:53 PM PST - 18 comments
360 Beatles Rock Band controllers vs. generic set - difference?
Xbox 360 Rock Band controller question. Price aside, are the Beatles controllers better, worse, or same as the set that comes with the regular bundle? [more inside]
posted by bartleby at 2:43 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by bartleby at 2:43 PM PST - 10 comments
What's this instrument I've seen playing in Barcelona?
Postgraduate Reasearch Paper - The Neverending Story
I'm writing a postgrad research paper on Michael Ende's The Neverending Story. I'm keen to hear from anyone who has done any academic work on the novel, or those who have a personal interest in understanding aspects of the novel.
Very little in terms of scholarly research exists on the topic to date . My particular focus is a Jungian analysis of archetypes within the novel. It's an introduction of sorts, a quick overview (10 000 words) of a topic I have the potential of working onto a longer thesis.
Air travel with marijuana
A friend is planning to travel in the US by air in the next couple of months, and is planning on carrying one or two "joints" with her. What are the risks for my friend?
posted by ecollie at 2:34 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by ecollie at 2:34 PM PST - 20 comments
The mathematics of Social Systems Dynamics Research.
Assuming that I am going to be pursuing a PhD in mathematical sociology, applied mathematics, or organizational analysis with no background in higher math with only the resources to take a few classes at the local college how do I go about it?
More info and 3 specific questions inside. [more inside]
posted by elationfoundation at 2:07 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by elationfoundation at 2:07 PM PST - 7 comments
How do I tell the guy I'm seeing that he smells bad "down there"?
How do I tell the guy I'm seeing that he smells bad "down there"? (NSFW, if it's not obvious.) [more inside]
Same job, sister company. Stay or go?
Same job at sister company--should I stay or go? [more inside]
help me find summery clothes
queer clothing filter: help! it's summer and i need clothing that fits. [more inside]
posted by anya32 at 1:44 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by anya32 at 1:44 PM PST - 22 comments
Anything fun next weekend in New Orleans?
Anything cool happening in New Orleans next weekend (April 16th-20th)? [more inside]
The Iran strike-effect
If there is an attack on Iran – by Israel/USA/an alliance of some kind, doesn't matter for purposes of this question – and, presumably, the price of oil rises sharply, which kinds of shares will rise with it? Oil companies? Energy supply companies? Food retailers? None of these? General and specific recommendations or thoughts welcomed. I know you are not my financial adviser.
posted by londongeezer at 1:34 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by londongeezer at 1:34 PM PST - 13 comments
workshop of potentially bad music
What do I (a totally non-musical/non-technologically savvy person) need in order to get started recording music on a Korg D1600 16-Track Digital Recorder that I just found myself in possession of? A friend and I want to record some music, and we have amassed an electric bass, a stylophone, and a glockenspiel. [more inside]
posted by thegreatfleecircus at 12:21 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by thegreatfleecircus at 12:21 PM PST - 7 comments
How can I salvage my clothes into something Frankencool?
I want to start making clothes for myself. I have basic sewing skills. [more inside]
In space, they can still hear eight year olds scream
Space-themed games for a bunch of eight year olds? [more inside]
posted by bondcliff at 12:13 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by bondcliff at 12:13 PM PST - 14 comments
How can Canadians capitalize on the high Canadian dollar?
The Canadian dollar is at par with the US dollar. As a Canadian who will not be traveling to the US or elsewhere in the near future, how else can I benefit from the high dollar?
posted by kitcat at 12:08 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by kitcat at 12:08 PM PST - 15 comments
Airport specific flight schedules?
I looking for a way to find all the commercial airline flights in or out of a specific airport in the US, regardless of where they are flying from or to. [more inside]
posted by cosmac at 12:00 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by cosmac at 12:00 PM PST - 9 comments
It's no use carrying an umbrella if your shoes are leaking. Irish Proverb
Shoe Filter. Cute, affordable, and comfortable. I'm not willing to pick only two. Metafilter, I want to be cute and summery this summer, and my small shoe wardrobe does not support that. Also, I am a special snowflake with slightly weird feet. [more inside]
posted by bilabial at 11:41 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by bilabial at 11:41 AM PST - 31 comments
Why don't sites like DealExtreme sell their goods for a higher price?
Why don't sites like DealExtreme sell their goods for a higher price? [more inside]
It'd Be Faster Than Torrenting...
Why can't I reverse-engineer MD5 checksums to the file that they're from?
posted by 47triple2 at 10:57 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by 47triple2 at 10:57 AM PST - 28 comments
Who needs architectural postcards and books?
My father has tremendous collections relating to architecture and music. He's also getting old enough that he's beginning to be willing to thin out the collection. What are some some resources that I can steer him towards? [more inside]
posted by piratebowling at 10:54 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by piratebowling at 10:54 AM PST - 11 comments
Gremlins in my speakers
Why do my powered computer speakers pick up interference from my cellphone, and can I make them stop? [more inside]
posted by The Winsome Parker Lewis at 10:36 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by The Winsome Parker Lewis at 10:36 AM PST - 12 comments
Other options than GoDaddy or DreamHost?
Help me find a new (cheap) hosting service! [more inside]
Excel for Business?
Quickbooks vs. Excel? My business partner needs some convincing. [more inside]
Stories where wonderful turns terrible?
Does anyone know of a fairy tale, myth, story, or archetype that involves the hoarding of something wonderful, which causes that wonderful something to turn terrible?
Should "della" be capitalized in the middle of an Italian business name?
Italian speakers/readers/writers: my client is naming his new business "Studio Della Statua" or "Studio della Statua". I know that in English, the second capitalization scheme would be fine, but... [more inside]
Sure, we'll hold on to your passwords for ya
LastPass, the password storage service, says that all encryption occurs on my computer, so that the only way to see the passwords is with my encryption key. Is there a way for someone to prove this, or do we have to take them at their word? If it's the latter, does the incentive for LastPass to tell the truth outweigh the incentive for the alternative? [more inside]
What are some jobs in general aviation?
Help me find a career in general aviation. [more inside]
posted by Thrillhouse at 9:04 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Thrillhouse at 9:04 AM PST - 17 comments
Astigmatism and you
I'd like to buy contact lenses online, but the optometrist threw in a new twist. Astigmatism. [more inside]
Money down the drain....
What septic tank treatment products actually work? and how would you know if they did anyway? [more inside]
Channeling the weather
WeatherOutlookFilter: Is there some sort of way (other than manual entry, that is to say automatically) to capture some of the day's basic weather statistics into my Outlook calendar (not notes, or anything else)...? [more inside]
I think my fear of fake relationships might be stopping me from having real relationships - help?
Why am I so scared that people are trying to trick me/use me? Is this something you really need to be on guard against all the time or is it irrational thinking? [more inside]
Help me Obi Wan
I need help coming up with a costume for a pre-existing alien (no inventing my own). [more inside]
need soft serve now!
Best Soft Serve in Los Angeles? [more inside]
I Really Want To Use This "Adepts of Hermes" Card
I'd like to play Illuminati:New World Order online with friends. How can I do this? [more inside]
posted by DWRoelands at 8:18 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by DWRoelands at 8:18 AM PST - 4 comments
Save my sanity
LongshotFilter: Anyone have a recommendation for a great nanny in Houston?
Can my company force me to have a Twitter account?
Can my company force me to have a Twitter account? [more inside]
posted by bingwah at 8:09 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by bingwah at 8:09 AM PST - 36 comments
The Horns of the Dilemma: Take a lower-paying job or go on unemployment and hope for the best?
The Horns of the Dilemma: Take a lower-paying job or go on unemployment and hope for the best? Read on... [more inside]
posted by Cool Papa Bell at 8:02 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by Cool Papa Bell at 8:02 AM PST - 21 comments
Limited edition books: Is a lower number from the same printing better?
I'm purchasing directly from the publisher one (of 500) of a limited, numbered edition of a book. The publisher has asked me to choose from the remaining available numbers (for example, to choose my specific book as it comes off the press from between 123-220, 432-468 and 481-499). Are lower numbers better, more valuable, sought after? [more inside]
posted by cocoagirl at 7:56 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by cocoagirl at 7:56 AM PST - 5 comments
Meeting with Department Head
Meeting with department head [more inside]
Design ideas for family doc signage?
Family doctor seeks friendly entrance sign. What design elements will help convey skill, warmth, professionalism and reassurance? [more inside]
Why do I keep hearing this?
Why is my computer making this sound? Should I be alarmed? [more inside]
How can I successfully identify and release my emotions?
How can I successfully identify and release my emotions? [more inside]
How can someone guess the betting lines for a sporting event?
How does one guess sports betting odds, or determine at what point to place a bet on a sporting event? [more inside]
posted by reenum at 7:13 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by reenum at 7:13 AM PST - 9 comments
How can I use php to index a site using keywords?
Looking for information on developing/finding a php script to generate a Site Index (A - Z index). [more inside]
posted by lyam at 7:05 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by lyam at 7:05 AM PST - 7 comments
Navigating pre-natal care
How did you find a good medical professional/practice to care for you during pregnancy? Did you visit several? How did you decide? [more inside]
Facebook programmers
A resource/marketplace to find/shop for facebook application programmers: [more inside]
Things to Do in P-town in May
What should we do on a long weekend in Provincetown? [more inside]
posted by kwaller at 6:58 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by kwaller at 6:58 AM PST - 14 comments
The spring has sprung
My car appears to have a broken spring. Is this going to be as expensive as I think it will be? [more inside]
posted by Cat Pie Hurts at 6:58 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Cat Pie Hurts at 6:58 AM PST - 11 comments
Business e-mail hosting; who, why, what and where!
Help me find a reliable business e-mail hosting provider. [more inside]
posted by jaffacakerhubarb at 6:15 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by jaffacakerhubarb at 6:15 AM PST - 8 comments
Soundproofing a bar's echo-chambery backyard?
How do we minimize noise from the backyard of the bar downstairs, given that the back area acts as an echo chamber? I'm looking for management or technological/physical solutions. [more inside]
posted by Eshkol at 6:11 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Eshkol at 6:11 AM PST - 12 comments
Swoopy-Zoomy Preso
Whoa. What presentation software is this presenter using? [more inside]
posted by Wild_Eep at 5:57 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Wild_Eep at 5:57 AM PST - 6 comments
Small black diamond tattoo means?
What is the cultural or religious significance of a small tattoo on the inner, center, of the right wrist? The image is of four black diamonds arranged in a diamond pattern. [more inside]
posted by onhazier at 5:52 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by onhazier at 5:52 AM PST - 8 comments
Nonsense email hacking?
My email address is firstname.lastname@gmail.com. Over the last few days, almost every email I got was followed by a weird 'delivery status notification (failure)' message... [more inside]
Battery shelves for a huge DC UPS
Battery shelf manufacturers: I need links to manufacturers of steel battery shelves for large DC UPS applications, for use with AGM VRLA lead acid batteries such as 2V 600aH to 1200aH and 6V 220aH to 600aH+ sizes. Batteries will be Rolls or a competitor. The shelves should knock down into something that can be flat packed and reassembled at an installation site. Features for earthquake bracing and shock mounting are also useful. Where do the US RBOCs buy their shelves?
Lights off. Heater on. What?
Why does turning off my lights sometimes cause my heater to turn on? [more inside]
posted by 0xFCAF at 1:39 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by 0xFCAF at 1:39 AM PST - 11 comments
What's higher level statistics like?
Math-related career advice requested: is work in higher level statistics compatible with an imaginative-type thinker or would it be total hell? [more inside]
How to save email files to SD on Mytouch 3G phone?
My Touch 3 G---how to save e-mail attachments to the SD? [more inside]
posted by ragtimepiano at 12:01 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by ragtimepiano at 12:01 AM PST - 7 comments
April 5
Appreciate your insights on a health problem
I have a crazy health issue/issues and wonder if any of you brilliant people can give me any insights or advice. Thanks for your time. [more inside]
What movie had people take a zeppelin trip north?
Can someone please identify the title of a movie that involved flying into the Arctic in a zeppelin, a colony of vikings, and a volcano? [more inside]
posted by hellojed at 11:16 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by hellojed at 11:16 PM PST - 2 comments
Would a drug-manufacturing machine be legal?
Would a drug-manufacturing machine be legal? [more inside]
posted by unmake at 10:35 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by unmake at 10:35 PM PST - 20 comments
Non-academic career possibilities for someone considering grad school in clinical psychology or organizational behavior?
Non-academic career possibilities for someone considering grad school in clinical psychology or organizational behavior? [more inside]
Where can I buy pickled watermelon rind in San Francisco or Oakland?
Where can I buy pickled watermelon rind in San Francisco or Oakland? [more inside]
Sentebuntu?
Is it possible to run Mac software from Ubuntu? [more inside]
posted by solipsophistocracy at 10:18 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by solipsophistocracy at 10:18 PM PST - 14 comments
Music Mefites, please hope me!
FindThisSongFilter: A probably-Irish song about a pacifist soldier who allows himself to be shot [more inside]
posted by teatime at 10:16 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by teatime at 10:16 PM PST - 2 comments
Study Tutor Online?
Is there such thing as an online/phone-only study tutor? [more inside]
Buying a Used RV: How do I Properly Transfer Funds?
I'm buying a used RV for $32,000.00. Help me figure out how to best transfer the funds to the seller, within the limitations below, in a way that is easy and trustable to the seller. [more inside]
posted by Merlin144 at 10:13 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Merlin144 at 10:13 PM PST - 6 comments
Questions about earthquakes in SoCal
SoCal filter: So I was pitching my tent in Anza Borrego when all the sudden it felt like I was kneeling on a trampoline. Was this (Mexicali Quake) a typical earthquake for the area? [more inside]
posted by aloiv2 at 10:10 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by aloiv2 at 10:10 PM PST - 11 comments
Word Processor That Acts Like Excel?
Is there a word processor out there that acts a little bit like Excel? I'd love to have one document, but with separate "sub-documents", tabs, "worksheets". (The way an Excel spreadsheet can have multiple worksheets, accessed with a single click, and that can be added or deleted.) I'm using Windows Vista. Thank you.
posted by Savannah at 9:13 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Savannah at 9:13 PM PST - 14 comments
How to get an internship at the last minute
What reputable NGOs offer internships or volunteer positions for summer this late in the year? I am an undergrad in need of an internship abroad (preferably in an Arabic-speaking country) for summer 2010. Really, I'm open to any type of foreign adventure, as long as it involves international travel, has an end product (paper, article, professional experience, etc), and is not insanely dangerous (no traveling to war zones alone, though traveling to war zones with government or NGO support is totally cool). Why did I not apply earlier, you ask? [more inside]
If I guess wrong at "bottom bracket" things could go very wrong.
What are some good online or US-available resources for learning technical, bicycle-related vocabulary in Spanish? [more inside]
posted by dr. boludo at 8:24 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by dr. boludo at 8:24 PM PST - 5 comments
Where to get married near Eureka, CA?
The future Mrs. timing and I have been pondering where & how we'd like to get married. One of the options we're considering is a destination wedding in or near the coastal redwoods in northern California (around Crescent City and Eureka). The catch is that we live in Chicago. [more inside]
How can I boot my computer?
Help me boot my computer, please! I'm running XP and my computer will no longer boot even in Safe Mode, after a failed firewall installation. I don't have the XP installation CD (my Windows is definitely legitimate), and worse yet, my CD drive doesn't seem to work. Would booting Unbuntu from a flash drive be my best option? Where can I find non-technical instructions for how to do that? [more inside]
Reusing salvaged PC fans for the connector-challenged
Firstly, I apologize for asking about computer cooling, as I'm sure there are tons of questions about it, but my problem is with the specifics.
The fans in my gaming computer have been running much more lately, probably due to the warmer weather making my room quite hot. (My current fans are adequate, the computer's never been above 128f, they're just loud and high-pitched)
I salvaged 2 fans from older Dell desktops, but I'm pretty clueless about the many types of connectors involved. It looks like I'll be buying a fan controller, but first I need to know what connectors it needs to have.
In addition, I want to make sure that the added fans won't be too much for my power supply
In short, can you please give me advice on the best way to cool my computer, preferably with the fans I already have? [more inside]
Travelling with Warfarin
I am on Warfarin for FVL thrombophilia (7.5 mg/day, INR = 2.0-3.0) and I am thinking about travelling for more than a month away from home.
Have you done this?
How did you get your blood test done and find a doctor? [more inside]
Ok it's not Peet's, but it's not Folger's either
Why does the cat want to bury my coffee? [more inside]
How do we build a brand new home straight out of the 1800's?
Can you tell me your experiences with building reproduction (colonial) homes in New Hampshire? [more inside]
Should I wait for her?
Is there a (free/cheap) way to turn pdf vector drawings into a dwg/dxf/eps without the errors Illustrator always seems to produce?
Is there a (free/cheap) way to turn pdf vector drawings into a dwg/dxf/eps without the errors Illustrator always seems to produce? Or some other way of getting a pdf vector drawing into VectorWorks? [more inside]
posted by carnival of animals at 6:08 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by carnival of animals at 6:08 PM PST - 7 comments
The Hive on Wine
The world of online wine is overwhelming to say the least. What are the best websites for ordering wine over the internet, and what makes them distinguishable or better than other sites? What reliable methods or services do you use to determine what specific new wines to try? [more inside]
Have you seen this spreader/scraper?
Help! I'm trying to find a replacement for this kitchen utensil? [more inside]
posted by irisclara at 6:01 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by irisclara at 6:01 PM PST - 17 comments
But it doesn't contain cane toads, rabbit or fire ants... Please let it in...
Is it possible to mail biscotti (purchased in a local bakery in the eastern United States) to Australia? I'm having trouble figuring out if its a banned item AQIS. I have a friend who is craving some and I would like help her out.
What is wrong with the wireless internet on this MacBook?
If you can fix the incredibly frustrating wireless internet connection issues on my girlfriend's MacBook, we will both be your best friend! [more inside]
posted by ORthey at 5:30 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by ORthey at 5:30 PM PST - 22 comments
When did it begin?
Before recent times (say, mid-20th century to the present), have there been other accusations, admissions, or convictions of Roman Catholic priests committing sexual abuse, molestation, and rape? [more inside]
posted by raztaj at 5:23 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by raztaj at 5:23 PM PST - 25 comments
Advantages/disadvantages of home exhange?
We are interested in swapping our home, in Toronto, both for short-term and long-term visits in the future. Big cities pretty much anywhere in the world are of interest. We would be very happy to swap for an apartment in such cities as New York, or Paris, where getting a house is pretty unlikely. Which websites can you highly recommend? Which should we avoid? I'm very interested in hearing your bad/good experiences that we can learn from, as well. What advice would you give us?
What is an age appropriate bat mitzvah gift?
What is an age appropriate gift for a mid 30's friend who is converting to Judaism for a bat mitzvah gift? [more inside]
posted by SndyLnd at 5:00 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by SndyLnd at 5:00 PM PST - 16 comments
Lumpface McGee.
I seldom get pimples but I've got a real doozy on my hands today. [more inside]
posted by blackcatcuriouser at 4:53 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by blackcatcuriouser at 4:53 PM PST - 23 comments
Help with mead
Started a 5 gal. batch of mead on 9/27/2009. It soon became too cold in the house. On 11/21, the specific gravity reading was 8. In Jan., I called the company, asking if there was anything I could do. They said to leave it alone. Yesterday, I took another reading, still G.R. of 8.
Should I continue to leave it alone? Is there anything I can do to jump-start/finish the process? Add additional yeast?
posted by frogmoses at 4:51 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by frogmoses at 4:51 PM PST - 10 comments
Seeking employment in London
How can someone in the United States legally move to London and seek employment? [more inside]
George Washington didn't eat here.
I need inspiration and suggestions for bright, clean, unfussy interiors... incorporating early-American-style furniture. [more inside]
Adoption in Minnesota
Looking for anecdotes/advice on adopting a child in Minnesota. [more inside]
Name my friend's accordion
Make my friend laugh: suggest a name for her new accordion. [more inside]
posted by Clambone at 4:00 PM PST - 51 comments
posted by Clambone at 4:00 PM PST - 51 comments
Retirement Contributions While Unemployed/Job Hunting
Got laid off and while I'm looking for a new job, should I keep putting away money for retirement? [more inside]
posted by gov_moonbeam at 3:36 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by gov_moonbeam at 3:36 PM PST - 10 comments
The case of the mail mishap
I just realized that I gave the wrong address when I ordered some things, now these things are on the way to this address. Whats a boy to do? [more inside]
The last time I played with a four year old I was four
Is a four year old too young to enjoy/remember going to see basketball? [more inside]
frequent flyer woes
Why were there no business class seats available for sale or for upgrade, when clearly those seats were empty on the flight? [more inside]
Welcome to April - USA folks please commence the tax talk.
How much do donations reduce your taxes? (USA) [more inside]
posted by 26.2 at 3:16 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by 26.2 at 3:16 PM PST - 8 comments
Field guides ordered by frequency of occurrence?
I’m looking for basic guides to learning about (or at least identifying) various things based in part on how frequently they occur. [more inside]
posted by pracowity at 3:12 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by pracowity at 3:12 PM PST - 1 comment
Support for Fun, Inc.
New S-Corp! Fav online payroll and accounting programs, please! Also any fun small business online forums, resources, message boards, etc.? [more inside]
Change my address
$1 fee to change my address with the post office? Ridiculous! Right? [more inside]
posted by echo target at 3:08 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by echo target at 3:08 PM PST - 24 comments
How to Consume Media without it Consuming You.
How do you find time to consume all the media you want to? [more inside]
posted by lakerk at 2:31 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by lakerk at 2:31 PM PST - 24 comments
Tricks to make getting into biking shape less painful?
Single-speed bike. Lots of hills. Out of shape girl. What can I do to make this better? [more inside]
posted by youcancallmeal at 2:27 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by youcancallmeal at 2:27 PM PST - 27 comments
Have you ever been in a relationship where your best coping mechanism was to maintain friendly contact, but the other partner's best coping mechanism was complete silence?
Have you ever been in a relationship where your best coping mechanism was to maintain friendly contact, but the other partner's best coping mechanism was complete silence? And, if so, did you ever become friends again, and how? [more inside]
posted by timoni at 2:17 PM PST - 42 comments
posted by timoni at 2:17 PM PST - 42 comments
Sleuthing Users' Contact Info on Goodwill Auctions
A few days ago I received an email from a guy I didn't know tipping me off that one of my mother's drawings was being auctioned on Goodwill. To make a long story short, I lost it. Now I'm wondering if there's any way of sleuthing the winner's contact information so I can make an offer to buy it from him/her directly. Any thoughts?
Best way to get the flavor for 1970s Korea?
What are the best nonfiction books, novels or articles if I want to get a feel for city life in Seoul, South Korea in the 1970s or 1980s? [more inside]
Science of alcohol addiction
Two questions about a theory of alcoholism: Irreversible change at the cellular level. [more inside]
How to signal that a company is becoming more dynamic
How do I signal to the trade press that a dull company is "getting hip"? [more inside]
posted by runkelfinker at 1:34 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by runkelfinker at 1:34 PM PST - 13 comments
The best air-conditioner
How do I find the best air conditioner? [more inside]
What regular service is necessary for a 2008 Honda Civic?
What regular service is necessary for a 2008 Honda Civic? [more inside]
posted by deansfurniture5 at 1:25 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by deansfurniture5 at 1:25 PM PST - 12 comments
shark attack by puppy
Handwriting in Japanese?
How do people hand-write in Japanese? [more inside]
Spooky, ethereal rock to write to?
Hormones out of wack or am I?
Get me off this hormonal rollercoaster or am I just crazy? [more inside]
Mrs. Poops-Too-Much
Help. How can I make myself poop less frequently? [more inside]
Zappity doo dah
I have Duke Energy for my electric utility. They offer "budget billing". Is it worth it? [more inside]
Windowlicker
How to replace the rear passenger window on a 2001 Hyundia Elantra GLS... [more inside]
posted by cloeburner at 12:39 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by cloeburner at 12:39 PM PST - 5 comments
"Your desire to be grandparents does not trumph my desire to not be a mother!"
My family has (fairly) recently been blessed with two tiny baby girls. Everyone is overjoyed, and fawning nonstop. As is expected. Except me - who is strongly of the childfree mentality for various reasons. Now that my family's gleeful comments have turned into "You're next!" more and more often, I'm finding myself resenting them and wanting to avoid any and all gatherings. It doesn't help that they refuse to even acknowledge my stance as anything but unnatural and (thanks, mom!) psychotic. How do I get better at diffusing this? [more inside]
posted by Tequila Mockingbird at 12:36 PM PST - 50 comments
posted by Tequila Mockingbird at 12:36 PM PST - 50 comments
Help me genetically modify a feotus
Research for a sci-fi story: Is it theoretically possible to genetically modify a feotus in vitro to such an extent that the feotus effectively becomes a clone of the father? [more inside]
No money = no study.
I've been planning an internship in Malawi for this summer. A problem has recently emerged: I was not awarded either of the university fellowships I applied for. What are some alternatives? [more inside]
Vegetarian on the road
I'm a new vegetarian (since beginning of the year) and I'm leaving on a 12-hour roadtrip tomorrow and then staying in a hotel in a big city until Sunday. Traveling with 7 other people who are not vegetarian. How do I survive the inevitable fast-food/restaurant diet I'll be on this week? [more inside]
Help me untangle some medieval script!
Caption on a quirky German or Dutch woodblock print of a cat-- I'm unable to pick apart this script, can you help? [more inside]
Russian stereotypes - ideas?
I am in charge of marketing efforts for an online parenting magazine catering to the Russian Community. Help me with ideas for promotion via social media. [more inside]
Where/how can I watch the final hour-long episode of the BBC comedy show Pulling?
I own seasons 1 and 2 of the BBC3 sitcom Pulling on DVD. The final hour-long episode (which aired May 2009) has not been released on DVD, and it's not clear when or even if this will happen. I can't find it on YouTube or any torrent sites, and can't find any taped copies on eBay.
Help me hivemind! How do I get to see the end of this great show?
posted by Kirn at 12:13 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Kirn at 12:13 PM PST - 5 comments
What's the best and/or easiest way to seal a planter box?
What's the best and/or easiest way to seal a planter box? Extra points for vegetable-growing friendliness. [more inside]
Research help for psychiatry fiction
For a novel I'm writing, I want to know: would a top research scientist at an important research facility such as New York State Psychiatric Institute, where they test new psychotropic medications, necessarily be in on the patents of the formulations? [more inside]
posted by DMelanogaster at 12:01 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by DMelanogaster at 12:01 PM PST - 9 comments
Impact of 2257?
Are there any reliable numbers or estimates of how many adult websites and producers closed down in the wake of the Ashcroft/Gonzales changes to the regulations regarding 18 USC 2257 in 2005? [more inside]
posted by Devoidoid at 11:59 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Devoidoid at 11:59 AM PST - 3 comments
Rotation Preparation
I am a pharmacy student studying for a PharmD. In May, I begin my hospital rotations. What do I need to do to prepare for rotations? [more inside]
posted by candasartan at 11:46 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by candasartan at 11:46 AM PST - 7 comments
If you give a cat a mouse ...
My cats, I think to thank me for giving them extra-special stinky cat food for Easter, brought me a present. It's a (live, but obviously wounded) mouse--maybe even a small rat. Now what do I do with it? [more inside]
posted by misha at 11:43 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by misha at 11:43 AM PST - 25 comments
Cheap computer store in Portland
Can anyone recommend a good computer store in Portland, Oregon? [more inside]
Make my rules and habits!
Please share your systems, rules, habits, routines--I want to minimize my repeated small choices. [more inside]
"Espionage" would have to be a B.S., wouldn't it?
What are good college majors (other than foreign languages) for aspiring spies? [more inside]
What technology allows multiple editors/contributors to build a publication? Bonus points if middle school kids can do it!
What [free] technology allows multiple editors/contributors to build a publication? Bonus points if middle school kids can do it! [more inside]
posted by jander03 at 10:45 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by jander03 at 10:45 AM PST - 7 comments
On the rattling of cages...
How to write a professional, polite, and effective reminder email? [more inside]
posted by qxntpqbbbqxl at 10:39 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by qxntpqbbbqxl at 10:39 AM PST - 21 comments
Where are all the businesses?
Finding companies in my area? Sounds like a simple task but it's kinda not. [more inside]
Please suggest good TED talks.
Please help me with TED talk suggestions - both video and in-person. [more inside]
Odd tinnitus problem
I am having a bizarre tinnitus (ear ringing) issue. Please help give me ideas on how to solve it. [more inside]
Help finding a popular digg comment
I remember seeing a popular digg comment where the commenter was writing what appeared to be a first hand account of his tough life but it ended up being the story of Luke Skywalker [more inside]
posted by royalchinook at 10:02 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by royalchinook at 10:02 AM PST - 4 comments
Grandma's getting tired of standing up
Looking for a chair that will suit my invalid grandmother's needs [more inside]
posted by buggzzee23 at 9:57 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by buggzzee23 at 9:57 AM PST - 2 comments
Getting voice mail when cell tower is down?
If a cell tower is down because of sever weather / power outage, would I still be able to get to a person's voice mail when I call their cell phone? [more inside]
Who are your favorite Etsy artists who sell large-ish prints at reasonable prices?
Who are your favorite Etsy artists who sell large-ish prints at reasonable prices? [more inside]
posted by zoomorphic at 9:22 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by zoomorphic at 9:22 AM PST - 10 comments
Getting past self-judgement
Getting past self-judgement [more inside]
Questions about swimming
Talk to me about swimming for exercise. [more inside]
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 8:55 AM PST - 40 comments
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 8:55 AM PST - 40 comments
Is Jcrew's Bowery messenger bag too manly for women?
Is JCrew's Bowery messenger bag too manly for a young woman to wear? [more inside]
GPS with parental tracking?
Asking for a friend: What is a good GPS system with some form of parental tracking? [more inside]
Name for a conference
I need help coming up with a name for a conference I'm hosting for mental health and social work professionals. [more inside]
Your Life as a Real Estate Agent/Broker
What's life like as a real estate agent? I've considered it in the past; I'm considering it again. But what should I know about the good and -- more important -- the bad before taking classes and embarking on this new career? [more inside]
Does anyone in the hive have any experience with these copy iphones I am seeing here in Hong Kong?
Does anyone in the hive have any experience with these copy iphones I am seeing here in Hong Kong? [more inside]
Birth year confusion
Can I conclusively determine a birth year from these two data points? [more inside]
posted by activitystory at 8:07 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by activitystory at 8:07 AM PST - 3 comments
How to help my cat's bleeding sinuses
My twelve year old cat with a chronic upper respiratory condition/sinusitis just sneezed on my desk letting out a spray of blood. [more inside]
Sharing equity w/out rent or taxes
I would like to help a family member by paying off their mortgage in exchange for equity in their house. The problem is how to do this in way that is financially fair, simple, and with minimal taxes. I can't see a tax advisor until after April 15th so I hoping to get some sense of what the tax consequences might be if they pay all expenses including improvements up to an certain amount and we don't get any $ until the house is sold. [more inside]
Apartment resources in Burlington, VT?
Where should I and my girlfriend live in or around Burlington, VT while I attend UVM as a doctoral student? [more inside]
posted by scrim at 7:47 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by scrim at 7:47 AM PST - 9 comments
USA's Economic Disparity: What are the "Unspun" Facts?
Help me cut through the talking points and become more informed about economic disparity, taxes, and social programs in the USA. [more inside]
Identify these jeans?
Indentify-these-jeans filter: What are these? I've seen them everywhere.
Should I sell or rent my house?
Should I sell my house, or rent it at a loss when I move cities? What should my decision-making matrix be for how much of a loss per month is acceptable? [more inside]
Recommend me a good textbook for an RPG class?
I'm teaching a class this fall on programming role-playing games. Help me find a useful textbook? [more inside]
Any differences, using Asmanex?
Yes, YANAD. But if you have asthma and are now using the Asmanex twist, let's talk. [more inside]
The perfect pair of all-around shoes/boots for warm weather?
Perfect shoe for warmer weather, business casual, street walking, office wearing, occasional all-around performer for after work? [more inside]
posted by franklen at 6:32 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by franklen at 6:32 AM PST - 15 comments
Help me land my dream job!
Trying to get my dream job. I've got an interview on Friday. Holy crap. [more inside]
"That girl looks nice, I'm glad you commented on her party picture"
FacebookFilter: how can I prevent un-connected connections of mine to see comments I leave on one or the other's status/photos/videos/whatever? [more inside]
posted by XiBe at 6:29 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by XiBe at 6:29 AM PST - 22 comments
Vigilante internet detective work
What can I do to take down a Penny Auction site in the US? [more inside]
Prescribing drugs
How do doctors decide what dosage of medicine to give a patient? [more inside]
Need hotter sex plz kthx!
I'm somewhat less than satisfied with my sex life. How do I talk to my girlfriend about this, without sounding critical or exacerbating her shyness (which is part of the problem)? [more inside]
Stopping mild manic thinking
How do you go about calming manic thinking as a result of a medication mistake? [more inside]
How to choose a grad school while balancing loans, career paths, and a serious relationship?
Do I go to grad school, and if so, where? Struggling with the best approach to the decision-making process. [more inside]
Moving back to Manhattan
We're returning to Manhattan after some years. Do you have any suggestions on apartment hunting? [more inside]
posted by chengjih at 4:46 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by chengjih at 4:46 AM PST - 5 comments
I Want My WIFI Back!
Someone's wifi extender is screwing up my wifi! [more inside]
Programming for my brain
Programmers - I would like to build some software to help myself study languages. What language would you recommend? [more inside]
posted by mammary16 at 4:03 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by mammary16 at 4:03 AM PST - 9 comments
Anxiety after stroke
Anyone have experience of coping with anxiety following hemorrhagic stroke? [more inside]
How to annotate a video - like in YouTube but final video is then downloadable with annotations.
How to annotate a video - like in YouTube but final video is then downloadable with annotations? [more inside]
Help me find this book
In my school days I found a book on something related to Planetary Physics or Gravity that interested me so much I spent many hours stepping through it. (Very Geek) From what I can remember is that it was a black hardcover book with a releatively smaller size to it. I remember it being copyrighted very early like 50's or 60's. Anyone know how I might be able to find this book for nostalgic reasons?
posted by kmurray24 at 3:18 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by kmurray24 at 3:18 AM PST - 5 comments
Happy *birth*day, nephew!
My brother and his wife have a son. I want to get them something neat! [more inside]
HELP US COD-MW2 IN AFGHANISTAN!
We're in Afghanistan. We have 8 Xbox 360s, and no internet connection that we can hook our Xbox 360s to. Help us get a multiplayer thing going... [more inside]
posted by Master Gunner at 12:41 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Master Gunner at 12:41 AM PST - 8 comments
April 4
Squeaky drain gets the grease
Is there anything I can do to remedy a whole lot of cooking oil (...a whole lot) being poured down the drain? [more inside]
posted by beepbeepboopboop at 11:13 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by beepbeepboopboop at 11:13 PM PST - 13 comments
Position: Relative: Disaster
CSS Filter: I've implemented a couple CSS image position properties on my new site design using "position:relative." My problem is that somehow the images I've added, with links, have disabled all links to to the right of the image. Is there any way to fix this? (link to page inside) [more inside]
posted by Unsomnambulist at 9:18 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Unsomnambulist at 9:18 PM PST - 5 comments
In general, how good is T-Mobile's reception?
How satisfied are you with T-Mobile USA's reception and coverage? [more inside]
Could somebody please translate these snippets of Chinese for me?
I'm curious what the Chinese writing on my friend's gaiwan says. Could somebody please translate these snippets for me? [more inside]
posted by Mayhembob at 9:08 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Mayhembob at 9:08 PM PST - 5 comments
What is the best way to discover Liverpool's personality
Travel-filter: I'm headed to Liverpool for a job interview, and I have three days to spend there. What should I do to 1) enjoy the city and 2) get a feeling for if I want to live there? [more inside]
posted by Peter Petridish at 8:20 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Peter Petridish at 8:20 PM PST - 13 comments
Flushing the day away
What to do in Flushing, Queens this Wednesday? [more inside]
What should I know before moving forward with an offshore developer?
I'm thinking about hiring an offshore developer. I've never done this before. Can you help think through this? [more inside]
Spoon dart window tree.
What is the best way to have random words selected from a dictionary? [more inside]
mmm Crispy crust
Should I wait for Blu-ray TV show releases?
Will TV shows come out on Blu-ray? Which ones should I wait for, which shouldn't I? [more inside]
posted by battlebison at 7:42 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by battlebison at 7:42 PM PST - 9 comments
When your imagination doesn't exactly do the trick anymore.
Pornography for a straight female who has been afraid thus far to go looking. Masturbating women of MeFi, I need your advice! [more inside]
Give me suggestions for an on-the-side ebay business ...
Give me suggestions for an on-the-side ebay business ... [more inside]
singin' for jesus
Anyone know of a semi-regular Taize service in Chicago? [more inside]
I want a clean computer for once.
I'm buying a new MacBook soon. Help me keep this one clean. [more inside]
I want to fall to my knees and whatnot
Recommend me music that invokes awe. [more inside]
posted by Rory Marinich at 6:35 PM PST - 84 comments
posted by Rory Marinich at 6:35 PM PST - 84 comments
dancefloor paralysis
Is it possible to overcome a morbid fear of dancing? [more inside]
An hour plus of HD in under one gig?
How do I make my ~70 minute HD video under 1 gigabyte? [more inside]
posted by meadowlark lime at 5:40 PM PST - 42 comments
posted by meadowlark lime at 5:40 PM PST - 42 comments
Maintaining Transparency
How do professionals uncover fraud, scams, and corruption? [more inside]
British bridezillas?
American films from Hollywood seem to have played a huge part in crafting the ideas of conventional romance and marriage we hold today, especially with a huge fairytale white wedding as the happily ever after. But what about movies from the other side of the pond? [more inside]
posted by erstwhile ungulate at 5:30 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by erstwhile ungulate at 5:30 PM PST - 4 comments
evangelical ex married young
Why am I so bothered about my evangelical ex getting married young? [more inside]
Complex question about leases, dogs, and drama.
I'm on a lease with a woman who owns two dogs that are destroying our apartment. I want to move out and not get stuck paying for the damage. We're all in Arizona. Help? [more inside]
Movin' On Up
Who are the best movers in Chicago? There's a slight difference in my question because money is no object, I want a company that will handle a few pieces of delicate furniture as if it were made of gold. The destination is about 35 minutes away from the city.
The sound of two hands grasping for straws
Migraineurs and others interested in medical matters gather round. I need your time-tested remedies and advice. Naturally, YANA/MD. [more inside]
How do I wash this mattress cover?
Which part of my mattress cover am I supposed to wash? Do I unzip it and just wash the "cloth" part, or do I also wash the plastic lining? [more inside]
Everything's gone 19
Is the fact that the Harry Potter epilogue is set nineteen years later a Dark Tower reference? Or is this just confirmation bias? [more inside]
Do you believe in Christ or the Easter Bunny?
Get regional business information via google maps?
I would like to use Google Maps / Yellow Pages / some other directory service to get rough statistics about business categories in an area. [more inside]
We should know better. I know.
[BCPFilter] "Use a backup contraceptive" -- but is that retroactive? [more inside]
posted by dentata at 2:24 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by dentata at 2:24 PM PST - 11 comments
How to recruit for Facebook group protesting airport body scanners?
How to recruit for Facebook group protesting airport body scanners? [more inside]
Garfield may hate Mondays, but I hate Sundays...
Almost every weekend, I end up depressed and feeling useless at the end of Sunday night. No matter how I try to fix the pattern leading up to it, it always seems to end up in the same place. If you have a problem like this, how do you solve it? Or, if you don't, how do I keep myself from falling into this cycle every week? [more inside]
Are surfing The Google with iPad?
What's the term for the use of a product name as a singular noun (like iPod), and why do companies do this? [more inside]
posted by tmcw at 1:50 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by tmcw at 1:50 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me ID this Star Wars Toy
Could everyone be as open with me as the people I get stuck next to on airplanes?
How do you get people to tell the truth? [more inside]
For Pete's SAIC
What's the deal with Chicago Art Institute's post-baccalaureate program? [more inside]
Rory Delap
Why don't more soccer teams use a throw in specialist like Rory Delap?
posted by josher71 at 1:01 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by josher71 at 1:01 PM PST - 6 comments
Sweet and Tangy Chicken Goodness
I need help making the BBQ chicken of my dreams, instead of the watery bland chicken I usually end up with. [more inside]
posted by SweetTeaAndABiscuit at 1:01 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by SweetTeaAndABiscuit at 1:01 PM PST - 12 comments
Is this Oreo vs Oreos or can I still trademark?
Trademark help: I am starting a kids' toy line called "Italian Girls" or "The Italian Girls" but "Italian Girl" is trademarked already in the same category. Am I screwed? (Note that my actual interest is not "Italian Girls" but another country.) [more inside]
posted by citystalk at 12:52 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by citystalk at 12:52 PM PST - 10 comments
Where can I buy the book Devdas translated into Hindi?
Looking for a copy of the book Devdas in Hindi - help! [more inside]
posted by infodiva at 12:38 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by infodiva at 12:38 PM PST - 6 comments
Uses for a warm stove top?
Uses for a permanently warm stove top? [more inside]
How do I change a DVD default aspect ratio?
I have a DVD of a performance with fancy menus that was encoded in an obviously incorrect aspect ratio. How can I re-encode it to produce a DVD that plays on any commercial player in the correct format, without making the characters look all fat and squashy? [more inside]
posted by SamFrancisco at 11:46 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by SamFrancisco at 11:46 AM PST - 13 comments
Laptop Fn Keys stopped working after installing Win 7
My boyfriend just installed Win 7 on his Samsung laptop which came with Vista originally. It had been buggy since day one with Vista, and many of those problems disappeared with W7.
However, one result was that the Fn+ keys all stopped working, so he can't adjust volume, brightness etc with the keyboard. I've searched for solutions but haven't found anything except a passing mention on Yahoo!Answer that sounds grim.
He didn't wipe Vista before he installed, just ran the 7 disc setup from Vista, so is it possible to retrieve these batch files? Is there another way to recover Fn key functionality?
Thanks--
posted by Seomanthe at 10:46 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Seomanthe at 10:46 AM PST - 7 comments
Questions about moving to specific part of Jamaica Plain
We've been thinking about moving to Jamaica Plain for a while but have been looking mostly around Centre St / Sumner Hill / Pondside. Now we've found a pretty great place available, but it's on the "wrong" side of the tracks, due east from Green St station, right by Franklin Park.
So, how is it around there? How is Franklin Park? We're somewhat worried about crime/safety. Also somewhat worried about being relatively far from the nicer shops/etc on Centre.
Would love to read any advice on this specific area, or JP / Franklin Park in general.
Gifts for the girl that loves Hula?
Gifts for someone that loves Hula? [more inside]
Getting over everything
I know I've failed a drug test and I'm using the opportunity to make a major clean-up of my life. Help me stay mindful... [more inside]
Where to find good peak performance resources?
Where to find good peak performance resources? [more inside]
Give a girl a transition
I need help producing a very high quality slideshow. [more inside]
Can I park Here?
It costs me ~$60 per month to rent a parking spot in my apartment's lot but my apartment building is neighbored by a shopping plaza with a fairly large parking lot. Local businesses and a few big name franchise establishments (such as a coffee shop and grocery store) reside here. What's to stop me from canceling my apartment parking spot rental and simply park my car in the plaza lot when I need to? [more inside]
Touchpad scrolling from off page in Firefox
I can't seem to scroll a firefox page with my synaptics touchpad, when the cursor is outside of the window (e.g. sitting on the tab). Anyone have ideas? [more inside]
posted by pjenks at 8:08 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by pjenks at 8:08 AM PST - 6 comments
Overtraining a plate of beans?
I have one month to train for a relay race. This is my first race ever, and I'm completely new to the idea of training for an event. I run regularly, but never fast or far. Help me get ready. [more inside]
Or I can put potassium bromide in my own tea?
How to cope with sexual desire in a long term relationship with a partner who is unable to participate due to chronic illness? [more inside]
Where I can find boots like these?
Where can I go shopping for men's boots that are similar to these here and here in NYC? I'm not really versed in shopping for boots, so if you have any pointers for me, or suggestions on brands that similar to the examples I linked to, lets hear them!
File Association Mess Office 2007
After buying Office 2007 (Standard) on my Vista system, I can no longer change file associations. I migrated from a mixture of Office 2000 Professional and Windows office XP. When I go to the file association dialog box, it recommends odd programs, and no Office 2007 options, hence nothing opens in the new format. It won't change even if I point to the correct .exe file in Office 12 folder. The menu doesn't even offer any Word 2007 options. HELP! Nothing on the web or on the Microdouche website. [more inside]
posted by ~Sushma~ at 6:58 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by ~Sushma~ at 6:58 AM PST - 6 comments
The grounds need to be divorced.
How can I fix the broken plunger on my French press coffee maker? [more inside]
Book Recommendations for the Thoughtful Investor
Can anyone recommend a book about investing? Here's the catch -- I need a book that is written in plain straightforward language, but is also nuanced and well thought out in its arguments. Please, no books fundamentally centered around a particular argument or theory (i.e. omg index fundz only!!) and no I Will Teach You To Be Rich recs.
If it matters, I will be a passive investor and I am a UK resident.
Workout music has been covered aplenty on this site. But what about inspiring music videos to workout to?
So when working out on a cross-trainer like this I usually watch some of my favorite TV shows on my Ipod Touch. Yeah, I know, gotta update to a bigger better stronger device soon ;-)
To get me pumped up a little more or to make it through the last gruelling climb, I regularly switch to music videos. And now I wanted to query the hive mind for some fresh suggestions. For more see some examples below. [more inside]
Where does a lonely girl go to dance, safely?
I want to go out dancing/clubbing in Los Angeles, but none of my friends are interested. Where can a 24 year old girl go dancing at night, and walk back alone to her car without much worry? Also, other than randomly walking up to people and awkwardly trying to nudge my way into their circle, how on earth do I expand my horizons and meet/make friends with similarly minded people?
Is a wired mouse better than a high-quality wireless mouse for gaming purpose?
Is a wired mouse better than a high-quality wireless mouse for gaming purpose? [more inside]
posted by Mr_Crazyhorse at 12:17 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Mr_Crazyhorse at 12:17 AM PST - 14 comments
April 3
Improving social skills through TV/film/theater
My sister panics in trivial social situations. Immersing herself in everyday social encounters is not helping her make any progress, so I'm looking for ways she can feel more comfortable in social situations. [more inside]
posted by qmechanic at 11:47 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by qmechanic at 11:47 PM PST - 16 comments
Skype Picture Frame?
A digital picture frame with an integrated camera/speakers/microphone/wifi that can run Skype, so you can interact with people (kinda like Dumbledore's office :-). Does such a beast exist? If not could it easily be assembled?
But I just paid all my money owing
Can I negotiate down a late payment penalty on my Canadian taxes? [more inside]
Brand new computer slower than older one?
Brand new 13" MacBook Pro feeling sluggish and occasionally freezing. What's going on? [more inside]
posted by DoctorFedora at 9:58 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by DoctorFedora at 9:58 PM PST - 15 comments
Saturday night in Santiago
What to do for a single night in Santiago, Chile? [more inside]
how useful is a msc in cs for a non future code monkey
How useful will a MSc in computer science be if I don't intend to make a living via programming? I need to make a decision by this Monday. [more inside]
posted by swimmingly at 9:52 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by swimmingly at 9:52 PM PST - 12 comments
Diet help
Any diets out there to help me get rid of my pot belly this summer [more inside]
What do you mean no one wears gaiters anymore?
Looking for fashion trends before they are trends. [more inside]
posted by fifilaru at 9:06 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by fifilaru at 9:06 PM PST - 12 comments
8/16/32 bit chip tune game
Music.Filter: Which chip tune video game soundtrack does Ke$ha's Tik Tok song most remind you of? [more inside]
posted by MechEng at 8:28 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by MechEng at 8:28 PM PST - 10 comments
The Taxman Cometh
In 2009, I made less than $9000 at my part-time job. Do I need to include this income when filing my taxes? [more inside]
posted by en el aire at 7:53 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by en el aire at 7:53 PM PST - 18 comments
Song filter: Mellow tune about a guy reminiscing about being in the grocery store with his (now ex) girlfriend...
What is a sad song, sang by a male artist, about a guy who is nostalgic about his exgirlfriend? [more inside]
don't embarrass me in front of my mom you guys!
What is this phenomenon? It isn't synchronicity, baader-meinhoff, or confirmation bias. [more inside]
posted by kidsleepy at 7:39 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by kidsleepy at 7:39 PM PST - 18 comments
Funnest etymologies?
The etymology of the word "glamour" comes from the word "grammar". Over time, the "r" eroded to an "l" and became associated with someone who was high–falutin. This is possibly my favourite etymological story, and I like sharing it with my students. I got it from a book called "Thereby Hangs a Tale". Metafilter, what are your favourite etymological stories? [more inside]
posted by fantasticninety at 7:18 PM PST - 84 comments
posted by fantasticninety at 7:18 PM PST - 84 comments
Create a simple DVD slideshow
What's the easiest way to take a bunch (between 150 and 250) of photos and create a DVD of a slideshow of those photos and set some background music using a few mp3 files? I'm using Windows 7. I'd like it to be playable on a standard non-computer DVD player.
posted by Proginoskes at 7:12 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Proginoskes at 7:12 PM PST - 2 comments
Don't talk about me
Where I work, it seems that a certain amount of time is spent talking negatively about other people behind their backs (or even to their face, disguised as a "joke"). [more inside]
how do I get my computer to "see" my ipd again?
I have a regular ipod, 5th gen. It used to work just fine with my xp pc. A while back, my pc completely stopped recognizing the ipod. it does not show up in the device manager. it is a usb connection, that has always worked before and works fine for other devices, ie. thumbnail drives, etc.
the ipod *charges* fine from my computer, plays fine, but I can no longer sync or anything else through itunes or whatever.
i went to the ipod site and did everything they recommended = the five "r"s to no avail. any ideas?
Snobbish Brazilian country bumpkins
I need a good colloquial Brazillian word or expression for snob. To name a cocktail. [more inside]
posted by Jawn at 6:38 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Jawn at 6:38 PM PST - 10 comments
Song Bowie wrote for someone else
Help me find a song David Bowie wrote for someone else that sounds just like Bowie (not "All the Young Dudes") [more inside]
posted by nathancaswell at 6:28 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by nathancaswell at 6:28 PM PST - 14 comments
Best and fastest way to paper train a puppy?
My friend's sister is ready to give up on her puppy as he is 4 months old now and not completely paper trained. Unfortunately she is a so-so trainer and doesn't pay enough attention to him - then he makes a "mistake" and she yells at him.
Now she is threatening to place an ad in the newspaper and sell him as she is "tired" of him.
I'm trying to find a quick and dirty method (if there is one) to paper train him as God knows where he will wind up if she sells him.
If you could see his photo your hearts would melt! One of the cutest little guys I've ever seen. Only 3 lbs and won't be more than 5 at most.
Has the eagle landed?
Help me decipher this mysterious bathroom graffiti code. [more inside]
posted by Rallon at 5:24 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Rallon at 5:24 PM PST - 20 comments
Writers' websites that work?
What makes for a good author/writer's website? [more inside]
posted by Bookhouse at 5:14 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Bookhouse at 5:14 PM PST - 9 comments
Simplest/quickest path from DVD stillframe to resized image in blog post?
I want to find the simplest/fastest possible route to get from a single frame of a film on a DVD to a small image displayed inline on a wordpress blog post. [more inside]
Picking themes for WordPress? Administering and securing WordPress?
Managing Wordpress - Security, Anti-Spam, Themes, Plugins. [more inside]
posted by loquacious at 3:54 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by loquacious at 3:54 PM PST - 2 comments
Colors Washed Out in Photoshop
When I open a photo in Photoshop Elements 7 the colors are washed out compared to when I open the same photo in either Irfranview or Picassa 3. Why is that?
When the brain goes, what goes next?
If the brain goes first, in what order would a person's organs fail? What would be last? [more inside]
Tweetly tweetly tweet?
Has Rockin' Robin (not necessarily Michael Jackson's performance) been sampled in any songs, hip-hop or any other genre? [more inside]
posted by halogen at 3:20 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by halogen at 3:20 PM PST - 7 comments
Collaborative Screenwriting?
Version control for collaborative (screen)writing - what's the solution? [more inside]
MSG!
How can I turn this wrong, delicious recipe for curried ramen into a recipe for a good, fresh sauce? [more inside]
Read the card/handout/hand
I'm looking for anecdotes about cases in which a person got so tired of answering certain questions that they prepared a card or handout with the answers. Probably a celebrity or famous academic. maybe some athlete who got tired of answering the same questions. Barry Bonds? This ring a bell with anyone? thanks.
Planning an all-herb garden
Need help planning out an all-herb garden. [more inside]
How can I organize my life with a mac.
I have little pieces of paper everywhere with thoughts/quotes/ideas. I have word documents with checklists, lessons learned, more thoughts, more quotes. Whats the best free software to make all of this organized and search-able? (tag's are great!) [more inside]
Gardening in advance
What can I do now if I won't have access to a real garden until August? [more inside]
Public sector $
I would like to find out the starting salary for a particular graduate program within a Victorian (Australia) statutory body, and how it compares to private sector salaries. I have been able to find Federal government pay classifications but not the Victorian ones, but I believe they should be available somewhere. Unfortunately, Google has not been helpful. Can someone enlighten?
Art -----> Film
Help me find art that resembles scenes from movies or evokes the idea of "a movie". [more inside]
posted by rocco at 1:11 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by rocco at 1:11 PM PST - 17 comments
Patio on the cheap?
Landscape filter. How much prep is absolutely required when building a patio out of pavers? [more inside]
posted by Some1 at 12:45 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Some1 at 12:45 PM PST - 12 comments
Gain muscle but keep the six-pack?
What's the best way for me to gain a bit of muscle, without losing my six-pack? I'm skinny and would like to fill out a little bit. I keep getting advice that I have to eat a lot in addition to working out. The next part is silly, but please bear with me: I like having a six-pack. What are your personal experiences with going from skinny to athletic while trying to keep your ab definition? I'm a guy.
Now that I have a job...
Now that I'm (modestly) employed again, what kind of professional advisement can I get to help me manage my student debt and plan for the future? [more inside]
Where do I live near Vanderbilt?
[anyone-looking-for-a-housemate-filter?] Moving to Nashville, going to Vanderbilt, already freaking out 4 months in advance of figuring out where I'm going to live. [more inside]
+1 Diesel Repair: Level grinding my handyman skills
PracticalSkillFilter: Looking for ways to quickly/systematically learn practical diesel engine repair, basic electronics, fiberglass or woodworking techniques in/near Raleigh NC. [more inside]
All the livelong day
Does the will of the people always make a shortcut across the tracks? [more inside]
posted by zadcat at 11:32 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by zadcat at 11:32 AM PST - 12 comments
How useful is a degree in Persian?
How vocationally useful would an degree in Persian Language studies be? [more inside]
posted by Black Spring at 11:20 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Black Spring at 11:20 AM PST - 13 comments
oh noes! internets are broken!
Setting up wireless internet - ipod touch will connect to the internet, but laptops will not. What am I doing wrong? [more inside]
posted by Brodiggitty at 11:08 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Brodiggitty at 11:08 AM PST - 8 comments
Viewing The World Through Two-Colored Glasses
Any harm in wearing sunglasses with two mismatched lenses? [more inside]
"Chili doesn't have beans!!!!"
What is so bad about putting beans in chili?
Help me find a souper bowl
I'm looking for the perfect bowl for taking soup to work. [more inside]
posted by miyabo at 10:08 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by miyabo at 10:08 AM PST - 17 comments
Is it called Funky House?
What do you call the sub-genre of House music that has funky, syncopated bass lines over a four on the floor beat? [more inside]
posted by kittensofthenight at 10:04 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by kittensofthenight at 10:04 AM PST - 10 comments
How can a (female) misogynist learn to make meaningful relationships with other women?
How can I make start to make meaningful friendships with women? The trickiest part is that I'm misogynistic and also a woman. [more inside]
small press book awards?
What can you tell me about these book awards? Are they legit? [more inside]
French puts the "fun" in iPhone
How do the French pronounce the "i" in iPhone? [more inside]
posted by Joleta at 9:19 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Joleta at 9:19 AM PST - 15 comments
No, I don't care about the DS itself, help me protect the signatures!
A clear, thin DS Lite cover; does this exist? [more inside]
are my audio cassettes doomed to the trash heap?
Has anybody had any recent luck with any available commercial product for playing audio cassette? [more inside]
New job anxiety.
Just started a new job and I've become HORRIFIED by life. How do I stop panicking? [more inside]
Move over atkins, need a seat on the express!
Beer! Specifically the low carb kind. The Scandinavian beer industry demands a premium for this kind of beer, anywhere from $.50 or $1 on each half liter. Are there actually extra production costs for the everyday, run of the mill lower carbohydrate type flavored water? Or is this just extra profit in the brewers pocket? The science behind would be appreciated.
posted by Funmonkey1 at 7:38 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Funmonkey1 at 7:38 AM PST - 9 comments
I don't need the whole thing, just that widget part!
Bucket o' beans...
So, a few of us suggested to our manager that we, his employees, conduct second-round interviews on domain-specific knowledge the manager probably doesn't know well enough to judge himself. Manager agreed, we did the interviews, some people got hired. Recently, Manager mentioned to us in private that we should appreciate this sort of autonomy because there were places where this would not fly at all. Should I be worried? [more inside]
Reselling s3? Other options? I need to get paid to cloud-backup client files.
Existing S3 account, clients who need cloud backup. How do I make this work? [more inside]
posted by TomMelee at 5:23 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by TomMelee at 5:23 AM PST - 2 comments
itunes won't load my music library or work with my iphone. help!
itunes won't load my music library. help! [more inside]
posted by krautland at 5:10 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by krautland at 5:10 AM PST - 4 comments
Quaker meeting in NYC or Baltimore
Help me find a Quaker meeting in NYC or Baltimore that will affect a friend's opinion of religion. [more inside]
Dining in Cambridge
Help me stop thinking about their exes?
How do I get over the difference in our levels of experience with respect to relationships? [more inside]
I want to meet cool people through volunteering.
Where are good places to volunteer in Austin, Texas to meet hip people in their 20s? [more inside]
What can I do to get out from under 2 upside down cars?
What can I do to get out from under 2 upside down cars? [more inside]
April 2
Stop Sending Me To the Wrong Place!
Why is my cable internet connection sometimes resolving to the wrong web addresses? [more inside]
posted by l33tpolicywonk at 11:07 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by l33tpolicywonk at 11:07 PM PST - 8 comments
32 or 64 bit Windows
About to install Windows 7 and I'm going 32bit. Will I regret this? [more inside]
Best Computer Brand?
What is the best computer brand? [more inside]
Do you know a neighborhood in or near Manhattan this country boy won't hate to live in?
Do you know a neighborhood in or near Manhattan this country boy won't hate to live in? [more inside]
posted by Mr. Gunn at 9:35 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by Mr. Gunn at 9:35 PM PST - 38 comments
Gut was wrong
How can I keep trusting my gut after it turned out to be so wrong? [more inside]
posted by cheesecake at 9:24 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by cheesecake at 9:24 PM PST - 22 comments
One spring break trip to Juarez can't be my only international experience.
Passport help -- my birth certificate was filed more than a year after I was born. State Department says I'm staying put. [more inside]
bland clips about school?
I need to find TV and movie clips depicting conversations about school. They must be intelligible out of context, and appropriate for 12 year olds. Either show or episode recommendations would be great. [more inside]
Where can I make my own mug?
Is there a pottery studio in NJ where I can go to make a mug instead of just paint it? [more inside]
Hotels near NYU
Where should a prospective NYU student and her family stay when they visit the campus? [more inside]
Venture Capital 2010, where are you?
Google-fu: Need investment themes in venture capital in 2010! [more inside]
Where can I find the spiciest food in Minneapolis?
Where can I find the spiciest food in Minneapolis? [more inside]
coconut creme brulee?
[creme brulee filter] Will my creme brulee set properly if I substitute some of the cream with coconut milk? [more inside]
posted by cheemee at 7:27 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by cheemee at 7:27 PM PST - 7 comments
Laptop Posture
Is it bad for my posture/back/neck, general health to work sitting up in bed, laptop on my stretched out legs, for most of the day? [more inside]
Tattoo veterans: Give me an inkling
This is going to be my first (and almost certainly only) tattoo. Questions about tattoo devirginization follow. [more inside]
Help us eat better
Just started eating organic and non-processed foods. What are your favorites? [more inside]
How to (freely,safely) convert MP4 video to MP3 audio on WinXP?
My Flip video cam exports a clip as MP4 video. I just want the audio (as an MP3). I don't want to install software from potentially untrustworthy sites on my (WinXP) PC, or to pay. Suggestions on how to convert it? [more inside]
Living in Zurich sounds great, moving to Zurich sounds painful
So I'm moving to Zurich this summer for a postdoc. What should I know to make finding an apartment and settling in as painless as possible? [more inside]
Give me a...huh?
[SF Trivia Filter]: Does anyone know anything about (or have you ever seen) the cheerleading man who can sometimes be found outside an apartment building on the NW-ish side of Market, up where it's about to turn into Portola? When I used to live up near Tower Market, I would see him once a week or so, standing on the sidewalk wearing headphones and doing cheers. I only know one other person who's ever seen him and I'm just curious what his story is (if there even is one. He may just be happy to be alive!)
1.25 APY vs 1.35 APY plus 10% bonus on interest earned
1.35 APY vs 1.25 APY + 10% quarterly bonus on interest earned. Help me understand which is better. [more inside]
posted by danny the boy at 5:53 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by danny the boy at 5:53 PM PST - 6 comments
My kingdom for a haircut.
I want a good men's haircut in San Francisco. [more inside]
Why do these berries taste tingly?
Why do these supermarket berries feel like they're fizzing? I just bought a small package of mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries) from a small supermarket/convenience store (Rabba in Toronto). Some of the berries are cut and others are whole. All of them taste fine but they also give you a fizzing sensation on the tongue, as though they'd been put in soda water.. The label says they're good until tomorrow, but I've never had berries fizz like this before. Are they safe to eat? [more inside]
posted by mariokrat at 5:25 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by mariokrat at 5:25 PM PST - 9 comments
need ideas to help change no-pets rule in co-op apartment building
Need to butter-up the board of directors in my co-op in order to allow pets (cats in particular). They are strict- 2 grand penalty leading to eviction if they find you break their no-pets rule.
Any tips? thanks! [more inside]
Wake up call service with advanced features?
Are there any automated wake-up call services that include options such as reading a summary of the latest news, weather, etc? Alternatively, is there any way to schedule a Skype call without the computer actually being on? [more inside]
How do I remember how to act normal while my normal life is on hold?
How can someone who never leaves home and who is dependent on others keep her social skills from deteriorating? [more inside]
Avoiding the 5 Grains at a British Pub
Kosher for passover at a pub? [more inside]
what happened to me in the womb?
what happened to me in the womb? like Rh factor, but not. [more inside]
Can I get any money from this? Is it worth it?
How do I schedule webcam recordings? (like a dvr)
How do I schedule automated webcam recordings on Windows? I have a laptop at the back of a classroom, and I want to be able to record classes by setting up a schedule beforehand. How can I do, essentially, a DVR for webcam recordings? [more inside]
Is joining Upsilon Pi Epsilon worth anything?
reaaaal comfortable laptop keyboard
recommend me a light laptop with a really nice, really comfortable to use keyboard! [more inside]
Where are the best used-camera shops in Berlin?
Where are the good used-camera stores in Berlin, Germany? [more inside]
posted by lapsangsouchong at 2:50 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by lapsangsouchong at 2:50 PM PST - 4 comments
What film is this still from?
need recommendation for mac graphics software that is easy to use.
Can you you recommend powerful but easy to use mac graphics software? [more inside]
Why don't we dispose of our nuclear waste by shooting it into space?
Why don't we dispose of nuclear waste by shooting it into space?
posted by willie11 at 2:29 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by willie11 at 2:29 PM PST - 34 comments
You cawl thayt a noyf?
Is there a resource that demonstrates how to do foreign accents by re-spelling words in such a way that when read aloud by an American, will closely resemble the accent? For example, in "Australian", Down = Dan. [more inside]
posted by TimeTravelSpeed at 2:24 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by TimeTravelSpeed at 2:24 PM PST - 15 comments
Let's beat this commercialized system
I need cheap, brand-name polos. Used to use polo-shirts.us but their site is down. I'm fine with buying a lot of 10 shirts as long as its under $200...
Where do I find such deals now that my slightly seedy chinese company is no longer in business? [more inside]
How many cameramen at an NHL game?
I love to watch hockey at home, and I've always wondered - how many videocameras do they have running at your average NHL hockey game? How many are manned? Are some automatic? Do they have one guy just manning the net camera? Would they need 2 - one for each goalie? It seems they have a lot of cameramen - some to follow the play, others to follow any fights. I would love some answers from someone who is in a position to know. Thanks!
posted by Sully at 1:59 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Sully at 1:59 PM PST - 3 comments
Self-heating cans of soup or coffee?
Can I buy self-heating soup cans or self-heating tea/coffee in the United States? [more inside]
posted by exhilaration at 1:55 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by exhilaration at 1:55 PM PST - 3 comments
Why isn't LaTeX displaying a divider line between the body and footnotes?
Why isn't LaTeX displaying a divider line between the body and footnotes? [more inside]
posted by Outis at 1:51 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Outis at 1:51 PM PST - 3 comments
Clinton Hill, Brooklyn: What's it like to live there?
Tell me, a prospective resident, about Clinton Hill, Brooklyn. [more inside]
Best way to get from the West Loop to University of Chicago??
chicagofilter: I need to get from the West Loop area to the University of Chicago campus on a weekday morning. What is the best way to get there? [more inside]
speakers
I'm getting broken, static filled sound coming out of my sound card jack. I know it's not my speakers because I've tested them out on other computers. [more inside]
God Save the Queen in India?
Do any patriotic songs that are popular today in India use the melody of the UK's national anthem God Save the Queen?
How important is being "in love" to a happy marriage? What's the difference between love vs "in love" vs limerance?
What's the difference between loving someone versus "being in love" versus limerence/new relationship energy? And how important is the presence and intensity of the "being in love" feeling to having a long and happy marriage? [more inside]
posted by EmilyClimbs at 12:02 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by EmilyClimbs at 12:02 PM PST - 23 comments
Lost without Lost
Where in Toronto can I watch Lost? [more inside]
Singing/voice instructor recommendations in Boston?
Singing/voice instructor recommendations in Boston? [more inside]
Fire and Metal!
I want to learn/get some experience with oxy-acetylene brazing near Boston. Does anyone know of a place around here that offers courses and maybe open shop space after completing a course? Willoughby and Baltic seems to have disappeared off the map.
posted by backseatpilot at 11:38 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by backseatpilot at 11:38 AM PST - 6 comments
Transgendered, Transexual, Bigendered, Bi....sexual?
Is there such a thing as being bi-sexual or a-sexual? (Not in the way that you think.) [more inside]
How does German immigration work?
Has my German employer handled all the immigration stuff correctly? [more inside]
vanquishing the zit beast
A monster zit lurks beneath my skin – large enough that I can feel it when I wrinkle my nose. Is there any way to slay this beast before it shows its ugly head? [more inside]
posted by dirk gently at 11:25 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by dirk gently at 11:25 AM PST - 31 comments
Damn poison oak, my nemesis! Please, make it go away without harming the unborn..
What to do about a probable systemic reaction to poison oak? There's a catch...I'm pregnant. [more inside]
posted by hazel at 10:56 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by hazel at 10:56 AM PST - 17 comments
Will I remember how to swim?
I haven't swam in 20 years, will I remember how to swim right away when I jump into the ocean off a boat? [more inside]
Dog Training Help
Please share your best resources to help me be a better master to my new dog Jake. Also, some questions on crate training inside. [more inside]
Where can I get garden supplies in the city?
Where do I get cheap supplies (soil, rocks, hay) for a backyard garden in Brooklyn? [more inside]
posted by johnnybeggs at 10:48 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by johnnybeggs at 10:48 AM PST - 4 comments
Help Plan a Cook's Tour of Chicago, Milwaukee & Madison
What are your favorite cooking/kitchen/food-related shops in Chicago, Milwaukee and Madison? [more inside]
posted by webhund at 10:42 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by webhund at 10:42 AM PST - 14 comments
Where shall we stay in Madrid?
My husband and I are going on vacation in May, and need hotel recommendations for Madrid. We will be there for a couple of days at the start of our trip, and a couple more days at the end. (The middle part is tooling around Morocco in a car and lazing at a resort in Gran Canaria, so wouldn't mind tips for those spots either.) We are looking for something comfortable and reasonably priced and close enough to transport that we don't have to rent a car. [more inside]
posted by bearwife at 10:21 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by bearwife at 10:21 AM PST - 6 comments
Where can I get those Shallow Hal goggles?
How can I stop being shallow or focused on looks? [more inside]
Legality of FTE reporting to 1099 Contractor?
In New York state, is it legal for a company to have one of its full-time employees reporting directly to a 1099 contractor? [more inside]
posted by MaxVonCretin at 10:11 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by MaxVonCretin at 10:11 AM PST - 13 comments
What could be better than an English girl, American man
American man dating a British girl - anecdotal advice welcome... [more inside]
posted by Dr.James.Orin.Incandenza at 10:08 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by Dr.James.Orin.Incandenza at 10:08 AM PST - 23 comments
What's not to miss while in and around Grandvalira ski area, Andorra for five days?
Meeting up with a friend in Marseille and taking the car down to the Pyrenées for a few days of fun and relaxation (aka vacation). Have never been to Andorra before, nor this region.
We're keen on both gastronomic (local food and wine) and bodily pleasures (spa's, massage), which are much needed since we're both in the software development line of work.
Here's the hotel and surroundings (sport hotel village)
Deciding whether to give kids with ADHD medication
Parents of kids with ADHD: how have you decided whether to give your kids medication? [more inside]
posted by not that girl at 9:54 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by not that girl at 9:54 AM PST - 15 comments
You don't win friends with salad.
Planning to grill steaks tonight, I sent Mr. Artychoke to the grocery to buy rib eye steaks. He came home with a gigantor 5 pound ribeye roast, thinking that the package contained a bunch of really thick steaks stacked sideways in a meat tray, or something. We have no idea what to do with this. Do we have to cook it like a roast? (If so, okay, do you have a good recipe or should I go with the best looking recipe that comes up when I google.) Or, can we cut it into regular steaks and cook as usual?? [more inside]
posted by artychoke at 9:49 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by artychoke at 9:49 AM PST - 11 comments
Simple Python GUI?
What is the easiest to use Python GUI? [more inside]
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 9:48 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 9:48 AM PST - 6 comments
D+ Cup Swimwear in NYC
I'm looking for a store in NYC with a good selection of D+ cup swimwear. [more inside]
Vasectomy filter: Urologist or physician?
Should a physician or urologist perform my vasectomy? [more inside]
posted by Twicketface at 9:38 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Twicketface at 9:38 AM PST - 14 comments
Employer funded 403b vs Roth IRA
I’m confused about whether to put money into my employer funded 403b or a Roth IRA. [more inside]
Suppressing Emotions During Conversations
What are some remedies to help combat getting caught up in a conversation or story emotionally? For example, what might prevent a story-teller from emotional break-down when telling a sappy or heartwarming tale? [more inside]
posted by purefusion at 9:34 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by purefusion at 9:34 AM PST - 6 comments
Programming language to learn
What programming language should I learn? [more inside]
posted by giggleknickers at 9:21 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by giggleknickers at 9:21 AM PST - 34 comments
Help Me Find This Mid-1990s Independent Movie!
I'm trying to find an indie movie that I saw in the mid-to-late 1990s. It's about college kids. [more inside]
posted by aabbbiee at 9:14 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by aabbbiee at 9:14 AM PST - 7 comments
Getting ready to elope from my elopement
Wedding/honeymoon priorities: do we spend money on great photos? Lush hotel? More days? Or what? [more inside]
Japanese Translation
Can anyone translate these Japanese antidepressant ads and this book cover? [more inside]
posted by daninnj at 8:52 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by daninnj at 8:52 AM PST - 7 comments
iMovie vs. Vegas Movie Studio...vs. [??]
NoviceVideoEditorFilter: iMovie vs. Vegas Movie Studio...vs. [??] [more inside]
posted by applemeat at 8:50 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by applemeat at 8:50 AM PST - 5 comments
Yup, ADD/ADHD. What now?
Ok. I've read the epic ADD/ADHD thread, and it read like my biography. What do I do now? When I go to a doctor, what should I expect? What is your experience with medication? [more inside]
posted by nevercalm at 8:48 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by nevercalm at 8:48 AM PST - 11 comments
Construction accident: real or imagined?
Construction accident: real or imagined? [more inside]
Real or Imagined
Is there a flash cartoon where you can zoom into a drawing of a dog's nose to reveal fleas, and zoom into the fleas to reveal more creatures and so on? [more inside]
DIY or partner up?
Consultancy & partnership: when to open partnership tracks? [more inside]
posted by NekulturnY at 8:27 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by NekulturnY at 8:27 AM PST - 4 comments
How long can a starving artist live like that?
Should I continue to prioritize my art in my life over my financial security as I get older? [more inside]
Calculating web app downtime on a per-user basis?
My employer is looking for a more accurate way to calculate downtime in web applications. Right now, we calculate in minutes of overall downtime, but I feel it would be more accurate to count "user minutes" that are lost - 20 mins of downtime when there were 10 users on the system is far less important than 20 mins of downtime with 500 users online. Is there a standard out there for doing this? [more inside]
posted by um_maverick at 8:17 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by um_maverick at 8:17 AM PST - 6 comments
Best resources for digital marketing info?
Digital marketing filter. So what resources other than the obvious (mashable, etc) should I be reading in my position as digital marketing mgr for a consumer brand? Books, websites, podcasts - everything is welcomed.
HPV still contagious?
Help me understand this specific HPV situation regarding an intimate female friend. (I'm a guy.) [more inside]
posted by zeek321 at 8:00 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by zeek321 at 8:00 AM PST - 10 comments
How does an Atheist nicely tell religious parents to stop with their propaganda?
As an atheist, how do I (kindly) respond to people who force religion on me? [more inside]
posted by floweredfish at 7:41 AM PST - 48 comments
posted by floweredfish at 7:41 AM PST - 48 comments
Tell me your stories of failure.
Did you take a risk and fail? How did it turn out? [more inside]
How do I find clients for my newly-launched time management consulting firm?
How do I get clients for my newly-launched time management consulting firm? [more inside]
Fentanyl's a hell of a drug
My wife is going to try to stop taking Fentanyl this weekend. She's been on it six months following a double mastectomy and reconstruction after a yearlong battle with stage 1 breast cancer (which she won). She is currently on a 25 mcg patch every 48 hours. After 24 hours withdrawal sets in and she's shivering and miserable for the next 24. [more inside]
Are there interesting events in Delaware (or even Philly) next weekend?
We have close friends visiting next weekend (April 16) and are looking for some new fun things/events in Delaware (or as far as Philly/maybe Baltimore for something truly exceptional). More specifically, theatre (especially slightly avant garde) would be great. [more inside]
posted by JMOZ at 6:13 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by JMOZ at 6:13 AM PST - 3 comments
NYC subway station paint stain removal
Stain removal help: What kind of paint do they use on the columns of the NYC subway? (General industrial-paint-stain-removal-but-safe-for-clothes tips appreciated as well.) [more inside]
posted by mr frosted at 6:04 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by mr frosted at 6:04 AM PST - 4 comments
McGyver my stiletto, please.
Cobblestones + stilettos = minor shoe emergency. Somewhere along my merry way today the heel cap on one of my boots came off. Is there some quick temporary fix I can do on the way to my next meeting? [more inside]
Chiropractic Regulations Worldwide
In Australia, to be a chiropractic you need to study formal chiropractic degrees (Bachelors and Masters at least) and do years of pracs that are pretty similar to other medical courses. Chiropractic is also recognised as a Skilled Profession under Australian immigration, and are generally considered amongst the same league as physiotherapy and other musculo-skeletal therapists. However, in the US and the UK, chiropractics are often considered quacks and charlatans. Why the huge discrepancies? [more inside]
A low steam kettle...
I want a new kettle. The problem is, I don't want it to produce much steam... [more inside]
What are some good Chinese/Indian/etc. image websites?
What are some good Chinese/Indian/etc. image websites? [more inside]
Heart-wrenching classical music?
I'm looking for some hardcore heart-wrenching classical music. My current selection includes Vocalise by Rachmaninoff, Ständchen from Schwanengesang by Schubert, Shostakovich's 5th Symphony, first movement (because of that haunting ending!), and Prelude in C minor by Chopin. Suggestions? [more inside]
April 1
Kill GoogleUpdate.exe!11!
How do I stop GoogleUpdate.exe from nagging me and appearing in task manager unbidden? How do I kill it .. forever? [more inside]
Framing the Question
Looking for a good source for wholesale picture frames. [more inside]
Did men really grab ladies' arms?
Did men used to grab women by the arm, like they did in the movies? [more inside]
What can I do to slow down the fading of my red hair?
Argh! I need a good color-restoring product for my (dyed) red hair. The products I've tried either didn't work at all or were difficult to use. My stylist suggested a toning shampoo in between salon visits but had no particular recommendations. I've tried a couple but haven't noticed any slow-down of the fading. What have you tried that worked? [more inside]
posted by katillathehun at 10:53 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by katillathehun at 10:53 PM PST - 18 comments
How can I convert voicemail into mp3s?
How can I transfer phone messages from my answering service onto my computer as permanent audio files? [more inside]
posted by ialwayscryatendings at 10:47 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by ialwayscryatendings at 10:47 PM PST - 3 comments
Is there a foodsafe wood glue?
Is there a wood glue that can take occasional immersion in boiling water and is foodsafe? [more inside]
Suggestions for temp internet access in Japan
I'm wondering if you have any suggestions for a) a rental phone plan and b) some way of getting internet connectivity during a two-month stay in Japan. [more inside]
Ou est L'histoire de le chiffonnier?
London had its mudlarks, toshers, & grubbers. What other (non-British) examples of historical urban scavengers are there? [more inside]
"Research" for a "book"...
Is there a name for this type of scam?
A customer walks into a store to buy $1000 worth of goods. A salesperson offers 20% off if the customer slips him $100 dollars under the table. The customer is $100 better off, the salesperson is $100 better off*, the store is $200 worse off.
(*Assuming no commission)
Dear Green, Please help us raise green for a green cause.
We need to come up with an appropriate theme for a fund raiser for a local environmental and water quality organization. There is a big dinner/ auction evening, and the theme needs to be environmantally relevant and lend itself to decorations and thematic illustrations in programs, etc.
We are stumped and decided to ask the mist creative group we know -- the Green!
how to keep this conversation going?
How do you keep the conversation going with someone who keeps mentioning details that you have absolutely no interest in? [more inside]
mac os x fine automatic fine volume control
Is there any way to get the apple keyboard and the apple remote to use the fine volume adjustments explained here automatically?
Where can I find drivers for my wireless antenna?
Where can I find drivers for this USB adapter for my Macbook Pro?
The product comes with a Minidisk, which my mac can't read. I can't seem to locate the website for "GP," and downloading drivers for other companies hasn't worked. My Mac isn't detecting the adapter at all on it's own, but the box says it works with Macs. Any ideas?
posted by biochemist at 7:01 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by biochemist at 7:01 PM PST - 4 comments
Census Foods!
I'm going to a Census 2010 party and I don't know what to bring! [more inside]
posted by rossination at 6:38 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by rossination at 6:38 PM PST - 14 comments
Gas tank icon mystery solved?
On which side of the car is the gas tank? [more inside]
posted by chocolatetiara at 6:32 PM PST - 57 comments
posted by chocolatetiara at 6:32 PM PST - 57 comments
Help me figure out how to plant my windowbox!
Help me figure out what to put in my windowboxes this year. Parameters inside. [more inside]
What are Personality Comics like?
OSX, Ubuntu and 7 OH MY! Permissions hell awaits.
Mac OSX 10.6, Windows 7 and Ubuntu 9.10 are not playing nice in the area of permissions. Please help us hivemind nerds.
More after thee jump. [more inside]
Restoring a Windows 7 System Image from an External Hard Drive
How do I restore a Windows 7 system image from an external hard drive? [more inside]
How to Stop My Garden Hose From Being Stolen
My garden hose was recently stolen from the side of the house and I really need to have a hose there. I've looked on the internet for some sort of hose protector and can't find anything. Can you guys think of any sort of way to protect a garden hose from being stolen?
Price change after paying; pay up?
[bait and switch filter] I purchased a washer and dryer last weekend, but have heard back that, due to a mistake on their end, the wrong price was quoted and is now $300 higher. Should we cover their cost and pay more, or argue that they must honor their guaranteed written estimate, which we've already paid? [more inside]
posted by pkingdesign at 5:28 PM PST - 40 comments
posted by pkingdesign at 5:28 PM PST - 40 comments
Chocolate Covered Salt and Vinegar Chips
Any of you ever try to make chocolate covered potato chips? What about chocolate covered salt and vinegar chips? [more inside]
Help me sell my old Magic cards
I have a reasonably large collection of Magic: The Gathering cards (well over 1,500), which is entirely unorganized and which I would like to sell. What's the best way to sell these cards that will get me the most money for the smallest labor investment? I'm not willing to put in the time necessary to create an exhaustive list of the cards, but if there are some easy things I can do to make it easier to get a better price (either selling to a games store or online), I'm willing to put in some time (a couple of hours, tops).
Was it a Stepford Alex?
Who were those unexplained people on Jeopardy tonight? [more inside]
Encyclopedia Britannica to the rescue!
Sci fi filter: I need examples of stories where the final confrontation involves some sort of massive compendium of knowledge being used to avert a global or universal catastrophe. [more inside]
Help me ID this book!
BookFilter: Please help me identify a YA sci-fi book I read as a teenager in the 1980s. Full description inside. [more inside]
posted by halfguard at 4:32 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by halfguard at 4:32 PM PST - 8 comments
Should I buy a home in the next month to take advantage of the first time homeowner's tax credit?
Should I buy a home in the next month to take advantage of the first time homeowner's tax credit? [more inside]
I need a brand new start
How do I restore my Dell Inspiron (1010 mini) to factory settings? [more inside]
How to get a non-academic job whilst PhDing?
How do I get a relevant, non-academic job while finishing my PhD? [more inside]
Non-hipster needs a discounted fashion website.
Suggestions for websites welling classy, classic, used clothes? [more inside]
Help me understand...
Public shredder
Public shredder in NYC / pay per use shredder? [more inside]
What do you love about zero?
My favorite number is 0. I have many reasons for this, but I want more. [more inside]
posted by junipero at 3:12 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by junipero at 3:12 PM PST - 38 comments
Ingardenous Basterds.
Please help me diagnose this annoying plant killing problem in my garden! [more inside]
posted by dozo at 3:11 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by dozo at 3:11 PM PST - 6 comments
Finding 80s late-night movies
I'm trying to identify a cheesy movie from the 1980s -- one of the sort that ran on HBO at 1:00 AM on a Friday night. [more inside]
posted by eduke at 3:04 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by eduke at 3:04 PM PST - 8 comments
Everybody's family is dysfunctional in its own way.
Memoirs from people who grew up in unconventional households? [more inside]
Word nerds seeks "meta-core"-ellary
I'm a word nerd who likes fun words and this word I came across is fun to say and, at least to me, kind of new: mumblecore.
That got me thinking -- what makes a "-core?"
I am interested in how generes of certain media are dubbed “-core.” Is there anything that makes a genre a “-core” genre and not it’s own suffix-free genre name? Why is “screamo” not “screamcore,” when we have “nerdcore,” “noisecore,” and “hardcore?” (more...) [more inside]
How does the dumper feel?
How does the dumper feel? [more inside]
Orgasm alternatives
How can you (male) have great sex if you physically can't orgasm because of invasive surgery? [more inside]
How many cigarettes is too many cigarettes
Is one cigarette a day going to kill me? [more inside]
Help me spend my money on funky Detroit design stuff
What are the best design/home furnishing stores in Detroit (or Windsor, ON) to blow a couple bucks and waste a day? [more inside]
How do political philosophers arrive at the idea of "natural rights?"
How do political philosophers arrive at the idea of "natural rights?" [more inside]
Funnel Charts for Excel 2007?
Where can I download more attractive funnel chart templates for Excel 2007? [more inside]
Please help me fetch specific text from within a web page, then repeat every 60 seconds.
Javascript gurus, please help me do something - fetch a specific piece of text within a web page. [more inside]
Yee Olde Musick Shoppe
Help me build the essential early music library. [more inside]
Room temperature lunch suggestions
I am looking for food ideas for someone who has to carry an entire days worth of food with them every day to work (for 12 hour shifts) but has no access to a fridge, microwave, etc. (it has to be edible at room temperature and not spoil within that time). About all I have come up with so far is bad sandwiches and snacks but I'm sure some people have some good ideas. [more inside]
How damaging is it to relax one’s hair?
How damaging is it to relax one’s hair? [more inside]
Across the continent in 4 (holi)days
What's the best option for me to ship a document to Colorado from Toronto that has to arrive by Monday? [more inside]
posted by Cody's Keeper at 12:26 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Cody's Keeper at 12:26 PM PST - 8 comments
Do shoes usually stretch out?
This is probably a waste of a question, but will my shoes stretch out? These are the shoes. [more inside]
(1) Bad milk (2) ???? (3) Yummy?
I have about 3/4 of a liter of sour milk - can I cook or bake this into something tasty? [more inside]
posted by iona at 11:57 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by iona at 11:57 AM PST - 17 comments
What is the best way to read good resumes in a field?
I understand that people post their resumes at places like Monster.com and Careerbuilder.com, but you have to be an employer and pay for the privilege of reading them. Is there an easier way for regular folk to see what good resumes look like for people applying in a certain field? (I'm thinking of USDA/agricultural work specifically, but also wondering in general)
posted by mjklin at 11:53 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by mjklin at 11:53 AM PST - 6 comments
Or should I just go BeOS?
Help a lapsed linux user pick a distro with which to return to the fold. [more inside]
posted by 256 at 11:50 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by 256 at 11:50 AM PST - 26 comments
Where's Jackie Chiles when you need him?
I need a lawyer and advice for dealing with a crazy neighbor and loose noise laws in Denton, TX. [more inside]
Personal Detective Help Needed.
How do I erase certain parts of myself from the internets? [more inside]
What is the middle Euphemistic Teapot saying, and in what language?
What is the middle Euphemistic Teapot saying, and in what language? [more inside]
What is a glyph worth?
I designed a display font a few years back and released it free for non-commercial use. I occasionally get requests to use words or letters set in the font for commercial purposes. What is a reasonable amount to charge? [more inside]
Are Degree's Public Knowledge?
If you had a bachelors degree from a university in Canada., how searchable is this by other parties ? Is there a master list somewhere of everyone who has graduated? If someone wanted to find out if you had a degree, how would they go about it? This is in Canada.
Saving Mail to my hard drive on a mac
How do you store Mail messages on your hard drive on a Mac? [more inside]
How does one evaluate surgeons and their practices for corrective and/or cosmetic surgery?
How does one evaluate surgeons and their practices for corrective and/or cosmetic surgery? [more inside]
posted by adipocere at 11:06 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by adipocere at 11:06 AM PST - 4 comments
MacBook Pro hardware -- please hope me
Two annoying MacBook Pro (2008) hardware issues/questions, one involving Boot Camp, the other an ExpressCard/34 serial adapter. [more inside]
Looking for Liquid Moo!
Where can I find Guernsey, Ayshire or Brown Swiss milk in the state of California? [more inside]
What is this growth on our kitten's elbow?
One of the kittens we're fostering has developed a weird hard nodule thing on one of his front elbows. What is it, is it bad, will he die? Pics and more inside. [more inside]
posted by Optimus Chyme at 10:03 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Optimus Chyme at 10:03 AM PST - 20 comments
Possibly non-vegetarian heart.
My father will likely have to have an aortic valve replacement. He's 63. His choices are a pig valve (with an expected replacement time of 15 years) or a mechanical valve (and a lifetime of coumadin). Any personal experiences? What do you recommend? You are not a doctor. [more inside]
Youth incarceration rates
How many juveniles were incarcerated in 2009?
Help me find this jacket
A wretched hive of scummy, busted-up toys
What should I do with all my old Star Wars toys? [more inside]
posted by gnutron at 8:52 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by gnutron at 8:52 AM PST - 16 comments
Two Man Band
Recommend some two-piece music groups (guitar + drums preferred). Examples: The Black Keys, The White Stripes, An Horse, etc... Goal is to find songs to cover with only 2 people. [more inside]
posted by sprocket87 at 8:43 AM PST - 43 comments
posted by sprocket87 at 8:43 AM PST - 43 comments
How to avoid tortugas rellenas?
How can I avoid tortugas rellenas? Which lights does a Box turtle/tortise need, and for how long? Yes, I know turtles and tortises are different but I don't know which one this creature is! [more inside]
Worst. Haircut. Ever.
Like a damn fool I got a haircut & color at the cheap place around the corner. Color looks great - the haircut? Not so much. I basically have a mullet, and this shall not stand. [more inside]
posted by Space Kitty at 8:33 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by Space Kitty at 8:33 AM PST - 23 comments
What is the best business card scanner for Mac OS X?
What is the best business card scanner for Mac OS X? [more inside]
Interactive vocabulary software for a teenaged ESL student?
Interactive vocabulary software for a teenaged ESL student who wants to prepare for the SAT but still needs to learn pre-SAT level vocabulary? [more inside]
How can I send a mass e-mail in Issuu?
How can I send a mass e-mail in Issuu? [more inside]
How did you get yourself to Costa Rica?
What's the best way to plan a vacation to Costa Rica? I've been researching the crap out of going, but I'm having trouble finding a good method of procuring the best deal for airfare, hotels, car rentals, and outings. [more inside]
alphabet art meaning
What is the name of this horror movie?
What is the name of this horror movie? Released 2008/9 about a group of friends in a car trying to escape a virus that's spreading across the US (not Zombieland).
posted by Juicylicious at 7:34 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Juicylicious at 7:34 AM PST - 7 comments
Help me find short-sleeve shirts that are flattering
Does anyone have some good advice on where I can find some cute, short-sleeved tops that don't have cap-sleeves or extremely short sleeves? [more inside]
posted by MorningPerson at 7:31 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by MorningPerson at 7:31 AM PST - 21 comments
Will an online master's hinder my ability to get a job?
I am considering an online Master's degree in Counseling, and I'd like to hear from people who work in HR, people who have graduate degrees from online universities, and mental health professionals as to how such a degree is perceived in the workplace. [more inside]
What is the best website to conduct a fast background check for a potential tenant?
What is the best website to conduct a fast background check for a potential tenant?
Honestly, I'm not that lazy.
Google Maps' trip planner doesn't want me to walk anywhere. Are there any sites that will let me adjust the amount of walking allowed? [more inside]
posted by PMdixon at 6:10 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by PMdixon at 6:10 AM PST - 8 comments
Express Myself In Another Language
What are your favorite non-english words or expressions that do not have a close English equivalent? I am looking for different ways to look at the world.....from around the world.
Xerox Workcentre 7132 Waste Toner Container Trickery?
Sweet MetaFilter, would anyone happen to have a quick fix regarding a Xerox Workcentre 7132? The poor machine is asking me to replace the Waste Toner Container [R3] and Cleaning Bar [R4] . . . yet my workplace has no spares to replace! Is there anyway I can trick/jimmy/cajole the beast in order to induce proper functioning until a replacement arrives?
Six-shooter song.
Identify this song: Dub / TripHop feel. Possibly by DJ Shadow, more likely by someone else who sounds similar. Distinguishing feature: Snare hits come in groups of six, and after the sixth hit, there's the sound of a gun reloading. I don't think there were any vocals.