August 2011 Archives
August 31
I want to get on game shows. Got any tips?
I want to get on game shows. Got any tips? [more inside]
Stray Kitten
Stray kitten in real time. [more inside]
One Way to Amsterdam
UK to Europe: One Way Car Hire is it possible?
I want to move some personal effects with me from London to The Netherlands and thought I'd investigate One Way Car/Van Hire options but I can't seem to find anything. [more inside]
Error in This is your brain on music regarding "Yesterday"?
Does "Yesterday" by the Beatles really contain a 7/4 measure, as Daniel Levitin claims in "This is your Brain on Music"? [more inside]
posted by spacediver at 10:06 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by spacediver at 10:06 PM PST - 13 comments
Limited time to explore Seattle - what is REALLY worth it?
Limited time to explore Seattle - what is REALLY worth it? [more inside]
posted by quodlibet at 9:50 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by quodlibet at 9:50 PM PST - 22 comments
Did my kitten break her tail?
My 5 month old kitten is behaving oddly- could she have a broken tail? If not, what could possibly be wrong? [more inside]
posted by kro at 9:06 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by kro at 9:06 PM PST - 13 comments
weight a sec
Please concoct me a free-weights routine. Pretty much beginner. [more inside]
Help me illustrate Descartes' visions
Need help illustrating Descartes' three visions! What would the college he dreamt about look like? How would a stove in his room (Germany, 1619) look like? How do you write LATIN POETS in Latin? [more inside]
posted by Tom-B at 8:15 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Tom-B at 8:15 PM PST - 4 comments
How do I let the girl I'm dating off the hook without hurting her feelings (that much)?
How do I let the girl I'm dating off the hook without hurting her feelings (that much)? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 8:04 PM PST - 59 comments
posted by anonymous at 8:04 PM PST - 59 comments
Tea@ asian market.. give me your best
Large asian food market, korean to be specific but carry japanese and chinese items too.
Give me your tea choices and brands that I should try.
posted by radsqd at 7:50 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by radsqd at 7:50 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me unstall an hp printer.
I've got Windows 7 and a new hp printer, which isn't installing despite the update from hp. Now I just want to uninstall it, but it won't uninstall. I've uninstalled stuff before, I know it's not hard, so what am I doing wrong here?
posted by puddinghead at 7:49 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by puddinghead at 7:49 PM PST - 1 comment
It's all about my personal best
What should my speed goal be to walk a 5k? [more inside]
posted by not that girl at 7:47 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by not that girl at 7:47 PM PST - 22 comments
But I already shared it with you!
Why are people sending me requests to share my Google doc, when it's already public on the Web? [more inside]
Best of Burlington
I just moved to the Burlington, VT. I don't know a lot of people here and I certainly don't have the lay of the land yet.
Who is the best _________ in Burlington? Please fill in the blank with hairstylist/honest auto mechanic/housekeeper/shoe repair guy/guy who makes the best local maple syrup/lady who sells the best homemade cookies/gynecologist/eye doctor/barista/dentist/other person who makes your life better because they do what they do so well you would travel back to VT just to let them do their thing for you if you moved out of state.
All other recommendations on how to settle into VT life after extended time in NYC welcome as well.
How do I get two different justifications in an Excel cell?
Excel question: I'm making a calendar/schedule in Excel, and I have the dates (numbers) aligned in the bottom right corner. I want to add information and text, though, starting in the top left corner. How do I do this? [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 6:55 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by zardoz at 6:55 PM PST - 4 comments
How to find out which roads are flooded after Irene?
The MP and I are headed to Canada tomorrow; huzzah! We're supposed to be driving through western Connecticut, Massachusetts, and central Vermont, though, and through upstate New York on the way back. How do I find out which roads are flooded?
How can I improve my 800 meter dash time, without doing much speedwork?
How can I improve my 800 meter dash time, without doing much speedwork? [more inside]
Bitter Gnomes & Garbage
Where can I find DIY backyard remodeling ideas outside of the Sunset magazine aesthetic? [more inside]
posted by queensissy at 6:36 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by queensissy at 6:36 PM PST - 10 comments
I need a new line of work.
I need a new line of work. [more inside]
Money money money..
Where do i find sound, reliable and clearly-presented information on companies for the purpose of intelligent investing? [more inside]
Generic Water or Branded Water?
Are no-name stainless steel water bottles just as safe as the big brand ones? [more inside]
My feet are killing me.
Please help me find boots/shoes with sufficient arch and ankle support! [more inside]
posted by Logic Sheep at 5:56 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Logic Sheep at 5:56 PM PST - 5 comments
I know I must be missing something
I have a Word document with Word-generated bar graphs, and an InDesign document. I have to get the graphs into the InDesign document and I'm getting a little stuck. [more inside]
posted by bleep at 5:42 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by bleep at 5:42 PM PST - 8 comments
How do I get stuck on adhesive like stain off my laminate dresser?
We left a t-shirt with a decal on it on top of a white laminate dresser for a few weeks and I guess from the heat of the room, bits of the decal have sort of melted into the laminate. Can I get this off? [more inside]
Masters in Creative Sexytimes
Which grad schools in the Bay Area are open to interdisciplinary approaches, especially with regards to creativity & sexuality? [more inside]
Law school (and beyond) worries
I am a rising 2L at a T6 school. My first year grades were really bad, and I'm trying to figure out my future. Many snowflake extras inside. [more inside]
How to move across the country with no job lined up?
Will a few thousand dollars be enough for me to move out of the Midwest (where I am currently) and make it in Oregon without a job lined up? [more inside]
What laptop bag should I buy?
Please recommend a laptop bag that is significantly padded and can hold a 17" widescreen laptop, cables and mouse. Bonus if it looks nice. [more inside]
posted by michaelh at 5:01 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by michaelh at 5:01 PM PST - 8 comments
SF ISO LPTP
Cheapskate who doesn't buy into the netbook craze wants to fall in love with a >$500 laptop. Introduce us! [more inside]
posted by quelindo at 4:54 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by quelindo at 4:54 PM PST - 21 comments
Paying for cleanup NJ rental
Isn't my landlord responsible for payment in cleanup of heavy Hurricaine flood damage to rental? I was told to get Flood insurance for my possessions, which I have, with a limited policy I could only get with Management pulling strings. Now multimillionaire landlord wants me to pay for cleanup through my insurance (which doesn't cover that.) Is this legal in NJ?
Bookkeeping sucks.
Mac small business accounting software for Australia. [more inside]
In terms of the timing of Apple laptop new product releases, is this a good time to buy one?
I'm thinking about buying a 17-inch MacBook Pro, but I don't want to spend $$$ and then the next day have Apple be all "Just released! MacBook SuperPro with HyperCore processor 10 billion times faster reads your mind and completes your work for you, etc. etc." (You know the drill.) Where are we in the current high-end OS X laptop product cycle? [more inside]
posted by eeby at 3:41 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by eeby at 3:41 PM PST - 15 comments
What Should I Ask For To Present Three Guest Lectures?
I've been asked by a university professor to present three separate lectures to a group of graduate students on a relatively arcane -- but not overly complicated -- topic. Each lecture will probably last about an 1.5 hours, not including travel time to and from the campus.
The professor mentioned that he has funds available to compensate me for these lectures, but won't give any indication of budget. He's asked me to provide a proposal outlining fees.
I haven't done this before, so I don't know whether it's fair to ask for my normal hourly billing rate -- which I'm assuming is probably high. On the other hand, I don't want to do this for free. So my question is... What compensation is reasonable to ask for as a first-time guest lecturer? (Oh yeah: This is an elite private Midwestern University. They aint going broke.)
Pick an instrument and stick to it!
I love music, but every time I try to take up an instrument I get frustrated with sucking and give up. How do I not do this? [more inside]
How to deal with Post SSRI Sexual Dysfunction?
I am a 21 year old male who took paxil for a little over a year. I took the medication in order to deal with the depression an anxiety associated with transferring colleges. Some of the sexual side effects that I experienced while on the medication was difficulty achieving orgasm and at one point I lost my sex drive. [more inside]
Can't draw. In drawing class. Imminent failure?
How are students typically graded in low-level art classes at a large university with a fairly serious art school? [more inside]
posted by Kutsuwamushi at 3:22 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Kutsuwamushi at 3:22 PM PST - 14 comments
Everybody gets the newest, awesomest fonts before me. What foundries should I be lurking to get the next next next?
Everybody gets the newest, awesomest fonts before me. What foundries should I be lurking to get the next next next? [more inside]
posted by Senor Cardgage at 3:08 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Senor Cardgage at 3:08 PM PST - 10 comments
Textbook advice for Japanese Language Proficiency Tests
Can you recommend textbooks and offer any other advice for me to work my way up the JLPT tests. [more inside]
posted by mairuzu at 2:58 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by mairuzu at 2:58 PM PST - 4 comments
Organ donor, or not?
Should I sign up to be an organ donor? I like the idea of individuals getting my heart, lungs, kidney, liver, eyes, etc. I do not like the idea of having my body sent to a corporation to harvest my tissues and then packaging them and selling them for profit. I've read that this does happen, hospitals and transplant centers can thereby profit from the sales as well. How can one prevent that from happening and yet allow organs to be used by those needing them. My state donation site has a blanket consent form that reads as if my body could be taken to 'another facility' and "tissues" harvested. No mention of by whom, what for, and at what price they would be sold.
posted by NorthCoastCafe at 2:51 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by NorthCoastCafe at 2:51 PM PST - 41 comments
Are US appellate decisions binding in district courts in other circuits?
To what extent are US Circuit Court of Appeals decisions binding on District Courts in other Circuits where there is no authority in that Circuit? [more inside]
I never thought I'd say the words... All Purpose Cultural Cat Girl Nuku Nuku!
Who currently owns the rights to All Purpose Cultural Cat Girl Nuku Nuku? [more inside]
Selling used cds in Madison, WI
Where can I maximize the chance of getting the best price for ~300 used CDs in Madison, WI? [more inside]
My hair keeps TOUCHING me, so I'm cutting it off. Help me pick a style.
I need your recommendations for lady haircuts. Key points: needs to be away from my eyes, and truly 'wash and wear'. [more inside]
posted by dust.wind.dude at 2:27 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by dust.wind.dude at 2:27 PM PST - 13 comments
Coax Installer in Atlanta?
This is a case of not knowing the right words to google for. I'm looking to have someone come out to the house and run coax cable. I'm trying to search, but I'm not coming up with anything useful. [more inside]
Where can I find statistical information on the effects of piracy on American shipping in the nineteenth century?
Where can I find statistical information on the effects of piracy on American shipping in the nineteenth century? [more inside]
Little Rhody for Little Girls (and their parents)?
Heading to Newport, RI for the long weekend with my kids. Tell me what we shouldn't miss. [more inside]
posted by padraigin at 1:57 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by padraigin at 1:57 PM PST - 10 comments
What should I expect from laparoscopic appendectomy on a previously ruptured appendix?
Laparoscopic appendectomy on a previously ruptured appendix? [more inside]
Escaping NYC for a Few Months
My girlfriend and I are considering moving for a fairly short period (probably 3-6 months) from our expensive NYC apartment to an inexpensive, secluded house somewhere in the Northeast (upstate NY, Vermont, etc.) We would like advice on where/how to do this. [more inside]
Help Me Brush Up on My Production Assistant Skills
I haven't been a production assistant on a film/TV crew since 2000. What do I need to know about the changes in the industry, protocol, etc. for my Big Comeback this weekend? [more inside]
posted by Rykey at 1:43 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Rykey at 1:43 PM PST - 2 comments
Back issues of the Providence Phoenix
I need every back issue from 2000-2010 (weekly) of the Providence Phoenix. I've checked with the public libraries in Providence and Cramston, but they only keep the issues for 6 months. What's my best option now?
posted by scunning at 1:32 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by scunning at 1:32 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me find livemusic I l like
Is there an application or website that'll let me track when and where my favorite bands, singer-songwriters are performing in my city and a neighboring city or two? [more inside]
posted by justlooking at 1:12 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by justlooking at 1:12 PM PST - 9 comments
kickstarter pricing?
I am working on a card game, and eventually want to put it up on kickstarter. I have a few questions regarding this... [more inside]
posted by symbioid at 1:08 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by symbioid at 1:08 PM PST - 12 comments
Is Ocean Parkway's bike lane currently construction-free?
Can anyone tell me if the Ocean Parkway bike lane in Brooklyn is still blocked off at the southern end due to construction? (It was last time I was there, but that was in November.)
posted by mlle valentine at 1:03 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by mlle valentine at 1:03 PM PST - 2 comments
Changing my last name.
Changing my last name. How do I do it and how do I explain it? [more inside]
Good tools for project proposal effort?
Are there good third-party software packages or tools that can be used to manage labor and material estimates during a project proposal process? It's a little bit of project management and a little bit of sales. Specific needs include... [more inside]
Tell me about Boston.
Potential move to Boston coming up. What's the area like? Its personality, its cost of living aside from rent? Is commuting via car/motorcycle awful? What are some safe, quiet neighborhoods with good schools near(ish) Cambridge?* [more inside]
posted by moira at 12:25 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by moira at 12:25 PM PST - 25 comments
Disqualified from an award for winning it too often?
What is it called when you're disqualified from an award for winning it too often? [more inside]
Cough gasp wheeze
Suggestions for a translucent/transparent shower curtain that is not vinyl? [more inside]
Poverty Food Ideas on a Renal Diet?
For the next month or two, I need to tighten up my already very small budget. I'd like ideas for easy-to-cook meals that I can make very cheaply. Complications: chronic illness, restricted diet, and an ineffective air conditioner. [more inside]
posted by WasabiFlux at 11:39 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by WasabiFlux at 11:39 AM PST - 18 comments
Help Me Make My Dream Laptop Cover
How can I find a pattern to sew my dream laptop case? [more inside]
posted by miss-lapin at 11:37 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by miss-lapin at 11:37 AM PST - 2 comments
what is being a carer like?
What is being a carer like? [more inside]
Forwarding calls to the US
What's the cheapest/easiest way to forward telephone calls from a Canadian number to a US number? [more inside]
posted by mrgavins at 11:17 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by mrgavins at 11:17 AM PST - 7 comments
Choose which beater to keep
Which beater would you keep? [more inside]
What determines my primary residence?
What determines which residence is my 'primary residence' when applying for health insurance, etc? [more inside]
How to nicely DTMFA?
How do I gently and nicely dump him? [more inside]
Help me get out of my head.
My brain/body balance is way off. How do I fix it? [more inside]
posted by nonasuch at 10:35 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by nonasuch at 10:35 AM PST - 29 comments
How to Embed Video in E-mail for Dummies
I just got an iPhone 4. On it, I can take video and then e-mail it, and the video will be embedded in the e-mail. Is there a simple way to do this from my MacBook as well--take video from iPhoto and send it so that it's a nice, small, reasonably high quality video embedded in an e-mail? Everything I've been able to find online seems so complicated. I just want to click a button and have it go.
posted by HotToddy at 10:26 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by HotToddy at 10:26 AM PST - 9 comments
I want to be a therapist, not a social worker.
I'm looking into earning an MSW in hopes to become an LCSW/therapist. I do not want to work in direct action social work. What can I do during my time in grad school to make myself a really good candidate for private practice? [more inside]
Lawyer recommendation for a small IT consulting company?
Can anyone recommend an attorney for a small IT consulting company in the Chicago/North Shore area? My husband hopes to embark on a new contract with a Big Firm, and it's time to revisit some legal aspects involved in this type of adventure.
Many thanks in advance.
Blood in urine can't be good.
My 18 year old cat has blood in her pee, but the vet says she is fine. How can this be? [more inside]
posted by hellameangirl at 9:44 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by hellameangirl at 9:44 AM PST - 23 comments
Too much white chocolate: a delicious problem.
I bought a lot of white chocolate for a friend's wedding cake. The wedding is over, the cake is eaten, and I still have a lot of white chocolate. It's in chips, Callebaut. What can I do with them? [more inside]
What to do with a fairly substantial business sale that is life changing but not enough to retire on?
What to do with a fairly substantial business sale that is life changing but not enough to retire on? [more inside]
Resolving a Tricky SSL Issue.
I have a very odd problem and am not sure where to turn since I have run into silence on various tech forums. Here's my issue. I have a site Magento site that is a combination of Wordpress header and footer and Magento creamy center. When checking out you the customer see's that the site is unsecure. Not good. [more inside]
posted by misterpatrick at 9:23 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by misterpatrick at 9:23 AM PST - 13 comments
Please help me figure out the name/author of a fantasy book.
I read this book for the first time a few years ago and really enjoyed it, and have been itching to reread it. I read a lot of fantasy and sci-fi but the title isn't coming to me, and my books are in storage so a cursory riffling of assorted tomes isn't possible. [more inside]
posted by judomadonna at 9:03 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by judomadonna at 9:03 AM PST - 10 comments
Canadian Seeks DirecTV HD DVR
I'm a Canadian who currently has a DirectTV subscription with a non-HD receiver. I want to be able to purchase an HD DVR and wanted to make sure I know everything before hand. [more inside]
"I believe I can flyyyyyy, I believe I can touch the sky," without a kid who looks just like me having identification. True?
Do very young children (she's 20 months) need--as in absolutely required, not simply 'discretionary,' 'recommended,' or 'helpful'--any sort of identification in order to board a domestic U.S. flight and fly in a parent's lap? [more inside]
posted by resurrexit at 8:41 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by resurrexit at 8:41 AM PST - 14 comments
How do I mix noodles into a stir-fry?
Whenever I stir-fry with noodles, I end up with a lump of noodles surrounded by the other ingredients, instead of a well-mixed stir-fry. Help! [more inside]
posted by WinnipegDragon at 8:40 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by WinnipegDragon at 8:40 AM PST - 16 comments
Psychological Profiles / Analysis resources?
Psychological profiles and analysis: Help me get inside your head! [more inside]
am i being strung along by potential employer?
am i being strung along by potential employer? [more inside]
posted by kleenkat at 8:24 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by kleenkat at 8:24 AM PST - 15 comments
Is Dc bike friendly?
We are going to DC this weekend through Tuesday.and would like to know how Bike friendly it is in the Central area of the city. We will be staying close to the convention center and are considering biking around to the attractions from there. Easy peasy? or watch out?
What can one expect after lap surgery for endometriosis?
Lap surgery for endometriosis. What can I expect after? [more inside]
What do I ask the money guy?
I have learned that I will inherit, with my sibling, a good sized estate including a house and some investments and a few trusts. These assets also come, if I want, with a "money guy" who was my parent's money guy. I have met this man and he has helped me with some basic early estate stuff and has indicated he'd like to work with me. I have a meeting with him and my sibling next week and I'd like to make sure I'm prepared and know what to ask him and could use some help generating questions. [more inside]
Truck or Van for Towing?
Wifey and I are talking about buying a used vehicle with some internal storage and/or seating for 4 that can tow a 5x8 trailer. We're looking for recommendations for a vehicle that will do the towing -- with a little more criteria inside... [more inside]
Save my kindle!
Treasure this, jerkfaces! (very sorry nice but wimpy people)
A couple of friends and I thought it would be fun to form a film club for our local community. How wrong we were! But now I feel like I'm stuck and can't quit. Or can I? [more inside]
Looking for race/sex statistics for reality TV shows.
Looking for race/sex statistics for reality TV shows. [more inside]
posted by Meatbomb at 6:30 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Meatbomb at 6:30 AM PST - 12 comments
Looking for online email aggregator
I'm looking for a web-based email aggregator to make checking 10 or 12 different email addresses a little easier/faster. [more inside]
Chinese ditty
You know that stereotypical, cartoonish little jingle that in the past (prior to more enlightened views on race) was used whenever a clearly stereotyped chinese person entered the scene in movies/television/cartoons? Where the hell did that come from and why is that little tune supposed to mean "CHINA"?? [more inside]
posted by spicynuts at 6:26 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by spicynuts at 6:26 AM PST - 21 comments
"Why don't you make a bread everyone can enjoy?"
Salty, nutty, sweet bread recipes? [more inside]
Extra-special destination for wife's birthday
Where's a fantastic destination for an extra-special short break? [more inside]
Looking for a good book on English grammar.
Looking for a good book on English grammar. [more inside]
posted by dbirchum at 6:04 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by dbirchum at 6:04 AM PST - 18 comments
Help me find a new roommate!
Looking for ways to broaden my roommate search. [more inside]
Was this what I think it was?
Was this what I think it was? [more inside]
Know any good spots for social network analysis methods advice?
Where can a fellow (who has access to online academic resources but is 1000mi+ from a quality academic library) get some hands-on advice for gathering data for social network analysis? Bonus substantive questions inside. [more inside]
posted by col_pogo at 5:09 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by col_pogo at 5:09 AM PST - 7 comments
Certification for ELL Students
Need help quick: is there a standard certification for ELL students? [more inside]
posted by WaspEnterprises at 4:56 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by WaspEnterprises at 4:56 AM PST - 2 comments
Where can I get thirty kilos of chopped onions in Sydney?
I need about twenty five to thirty kilos of chopped onions for a very large barbecue. Is there anywhere in Sydney where someone will sell me large amounts of chopped onion?
posted by Fiasco da Gama at 4:28 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by Fiasco da Gama at 4:28 AM PST - 28 comments
"There was a crooked man, who walked a crooked mile. He had a crooked cane, and he wore a crooked smile."
Due to a recent and very vigorous visit to pukesville, I'm pretty sure that I've dislocated my jaw. Would a walk-in clinic or urgent care clinic (if those exist) be able to put my jawbones back in order, or does this mean a lengthy trip to the ER? I am in downtown Toronto. [more inside]
If I I go there will be trouble if I stay there will be double
Please help me decide where to go next in my career as a software developer. Warning: long and neurotic. [more inside]
posted by sockomatic at 2:43 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by sockomatic at 2:43 AM PST - 13 comments
Using photographic paper in a pinhole camera
Exposing photographic paper in a pinhole camera - how do I take several photographs in one session? [more inside]
posted by mattn at 1:43 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by mattn at 1:43 AM PST - 10 comments
More minimal/postminimal composer suggestions
Looking for more composers to listen to, especially in the minimal/post-minimal vein. List of composers I like included in full text. [more inside]
Trying to become a BA TOMORROW
Business Analysts, Project Managers, and HR - HELP! [more inside]
Expensive things that changed your life
What are examples of products/services where buying an extremely expensive version has a significant payoff (brought you happiness, lasted forever, changed your life, improved your health, etc)?
Personal examples or generalizations welcome
(Illustrative examples: $1000 lamp, $500 massage, etc)
August 30
EFI Blues
I have a Macbook (2,1) with rEFIt installed. I accidentally left a linux live DVD in the drive when I shut down, and now rEFIt is hanging up when I boot. What happened here? How can I fix it? [more inside]
Road trip itinerary from Spokane to SLC?
My wife and I will be driving from Spokane to Salt Lake City soon and were wondering how we should space out our trip, and what there is to see/do/eat along the way. [more inside]
posted by Pruitt-Igoe at 11:18 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Pruitt-Igoe at 11:18 PM PST - 5 comments
How to untie a trefoil knot?
Mathematics/Topology: how to untie a trefoil knot in four dimensions? [more inside]
posted by knz at 10:58 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by knz at 10:58 PM PST - 10 comments
"I read《花花公子》for the articles! Honest!"
What's the absolute best Chinese periodical around? (Wrinkle: 简体字.) [more inside]
posted by jweed at 10:22 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by jweed at 10:22 PM PST - 4 comments
Cultivating Genuine Interest in Others
I'm not really interested in other people and their lives. I don't like this and I want to change. [more inside]
Tell me about Modern Weird America.
Help me buy a winter beater
WinterBeaterFilter: What do I look for when buying a winter beater? [more inside]
Help me get my Mac connected to my company's VPN.
Help me get my Mac connected to my company's VPN. [more inside]
How do people who work as psychics actually do it?
How do people who do 'psychic readings' actually do it? [more inside]
The chicken and egg problem
I want to give a short entertainting speech on the question: "Which came first the chicken or the egg? " What cools riffs or answers have you come across on this classic puzzler? One liner answers are fine, but I'm also interested in lessons that can be learned from this question. I want to explore the associated issues and have some fun with it.
Hack my life insurance
What's the best route to low-cost, high-value term life insurance that doesn't involve broadcasting my medical information and contact information to multiple people? [more inside]
Crap, does this mean he has to pack a tie?
Recommendations for a cool, not too-tourist-homogenized dinner place in Bermuda? [more inside]
The songs can't be unnameable
How can I log the music played on a free-form radio show on a listener-supported radio station that has zero budget for creating the report? [more inside]
zebra stripes are not fitting for a human.
What did I do to my poor face? [more inside]
posted by These Birds of a Feather at 8:17 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by These Birds of a Feather at 8:17 PM PST - 22 comments
What are my responsibilities and my landlord's responsibilities in the aftermath of a flood?
What are my responsibilities and my landlord's responsibilities in the aftermath of a flood? [more inside]
Is an older 4runner a good adventure vehicle + daily driver?
What automatic used 4runner should I buy that will be best for both rugged roads and daily driving? Specific project plans inside... [more inside]
kindeys and memory connection
Recently I was diagnosed with End Stage Renal Disease and learned that all the toxins in my blood explains why I've been forgetting things. I read there may be a link to kindney failure and memory loss and doesn't matter that I am on dialysis getting the toxins out. So I'm just wondering how bad this is going to get as far as memory loss is concerned? Wondering if anyone knows people on dialysis and they've become forgetful? [more inside]
posted by udon at 7:08 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by udon at 7:08 PM PST - 9 comments
Western Halloween Adventure!
Its roadtrip planning time again! I'm looking for suggestions for quirky, fun, maybe ghosty, campy, interesting places to visit, eat and/or stay somewhere between the Grand Canyon and Phoenix. We were considering maybe somewhere around Flagstaff or Jerome. Especially big bonus points for fabulous places not to miss Halloween weekend in those parts! [more inside]
posted by meeshell at 7:07 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by meeshell at 7:07 PM PST - 6 comments
Audio book suggestions, please!
Audiobook suggestions! Looking for action or any other genre that are well-paced (fiction or non) audiobooks for regular 8 hour road trips. [more inside]
“This is my last pack.”
How can I be more supportive of my girlfriend as she tries to quit smoking? [more inside]
posted by vkxmai at 6:30 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by vkxmai at 6:30 PM PST - 31 comments
Too much sharing=resenment
How can my roommate and I share food fairly? [more inside]
posted by queens86 at 5:05 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by queens86 at 5:05 PM PST - 34 comments
So, the Labyrinth is a piece of cake, is it? Well, let's see how you deal with this little slice...
Help me get lost in literary mazes similar to Christopher Manson's Maze [wiki; previously on the blue]. [more inside]
posted by troll at 4:52 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by troll at 4:52 PM PST - 14 comments
Funding for a Ph.D. in Belgium
I'm looking for scholarships or fellowships that could fund, or help fund, a molecular/microbiology Ph.D. in Belgium for an American. [more inside]
posted by Blasdelb at 4:46 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Blasdelb at 4:46 PM PST - 4 comments
Get me started on building a scheduling application in Base
Building a small scheduling database application in OpenOffice Base. Needing some tips on getting started and pointers to tutorials. [more inside]
Help us design The Great LA Getaway Adventure!
With an unexpected break in our schedule this weekend, we'd like to get out of town. We're in Los Angeles. Please suggest fun awesome affordable places to go 1 to 4 hours away from LA. Camping OK. More details after the jump. [more inside]
PVD to Boston MBTA filter: Does the Inbound Providence / Stoughton line stop at Ruggles Station the first time--or is it true you have to loop around before they let you off?
PVD to Boston MBTA filter: Does the Inbound Providence / Stoughton line stop at Ruggles Station the first time--or is it true you have to loop around before they let you off? [more inside]
Longterm commitment to this land?
I'm considering buying a 21-acre farm for personal (non-commercial) use and enjoyment. What should I know before launching into this endeavor? [more inside]
Things to do in Milwaukee this Sunday and Monday
Milwaukee for labor day. Food and things to do recommendations please. [more inside]
School: Once More With Feeling
Need advice about going back to school, and lots of it. [more inside]
Suit on first day at business casual law firm?
What do I wear for my first day at a business-casual office? [more inside]
posted by rustcellar at 3:35 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by rustcellar at 3:35 PM PST - 27 comments
Delicious Brunch...nom nom nom
My husband and I are traveling to New York for a wedding Labor Day weekend. I'd like to find a great place to enjoy brunch on Sunday in New York or Brooklyn. [more inside]
posted by fyrebelley at 3:28 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by fyrebelley at 3:28 PM PST - 20 comments
Google Music: Can I delete my local music library?
Google Music Question - Can I move my library onto a external hard drive and delete it from my computer without causing problems for my uploaded music? [more inside]
posted by trbrts at 3:03 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by trbrts at 3:03 PM PST - 4 comments
How can I get customers for my house cleaning business?
I’m trying to start up a housecleaning business, but can’t figure out how to actually get any customers. I’ve been putting flyers on houses in fairly upscale neighborhoods – McMansions, hip urban condos, places populated by professionals and executives. I have an ad on craigslist, although my city doesn’t use craigslist much. I’m not getting anywhere with either of those methods though. [more inside]
Dutch Employment Lawyer?
I have an opportunity to get out of a terrible work situation, with what seems to be a reasonable severance pay-off. Trouble is, I'm in the Netherlands, and don't know any Dutch lawyers. Can any Me-Fite point me to either a Dutch employment lawyer with whom you have experience, or to a resource where I can find my own? Posting anonymously as some co-workers read the site. Throwaway email: nlemployee@disposeamail.com
Will the border patrol get pissy?
Will I have a problem crossing the US/Canadian border if I'm in the middle of a name change and my passport has my old name while my SSN card and driver's license have my new name? [more inside]
posted by kthxbi at 2:33 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by kthxbi at 2:33 PM PST - 8 comments
Ghadaffi cameo?
Is this Col. Ghadaffi doing a cameo in a Bangles video?
posted by stonepharisee at 2:06 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by stonepharisee at 2:06 PM PST - 6 comments
What's that bug?
How do I build a theatre career in the middle of no where?
How do I push my performance career forward while living in a rural area? [more inside]
posted by m. says: at 2:03 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by m. says: at 2:03 PM PST - 6 comments
IKEA furniture question
Is there anyone in New York City who dis-assembles IKEA furniture? [more inside]
Leaf-peeping. Along with thousands of others.
Leaf-peeping on Columbus Day weekend (by car) - an insane idea? [more inside]
posted by ClarissaWAM at 1:52 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by ClarissaWAM at 1:52 PM PST - 8 comments
I need an app to help me build a stronger network.
Looking for a network building/maintaining tool. Is there some sort of app (mac or web based) that will allow me to track how long it has been since talking to someone? Ideally I'd like to see one page with a horizontal bar graph with the number of days since last contact on the x-axis. So as the time between talking grows, the bar expands outwards. [more inside]
Men's long curly hair - stylist recommendations for Orlando?
Looking for a hairdresser in Orlando that works well with long curly men's hair. [more inside]
Why is human judgement so bad at picking good political leaders?
Why is human judgement so poor at picking good political leaders? [more inside]
posted by jacobean at 1:41 PM PST - 44 comments
posted by jacobean at 1:41 PM PST - 44 comments
Tell us the name of your, your favorite Veg-e-ta-ble ♫
Give me your best simple vegetable recipes with only a few ingredients. [more inside]
posted by benzenedream at 1:26 PM PST - 55 comments
posted by benzenedream at 1:26 PM PST - 55 comments
How can I make my CV the best CV?
After 10 years as a freelancer/sole proprietor, I've been recruited for a position as Creative Director of a company in the financial services sector. They've requested a CV. I don't have one and never really have. Please recommend best practices, templates, resources, anything to help make a great CV for a CD. [more inside]
Whereabouts of a used furniture market in London
Where in London can one find a decent market with second-hand furniture? Hopefully in the N-something postcode areas (Golders Green and Finchley Rd would be perfect).
Thank you!
Click on this, HuffPo
I remember reading company guidelines that detailed exactly how bloggers (aggregators, really) at HuffPo or Yahoo must choose subjects and style. It was put very aggressively, along the lines of: if a story doesn't promise at least 7000 individual clicks, don't even bother. I can't find this document anymore. Help me, please? [more inside]
posted by NekulturnY at 1:22 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by NekulturnY at 1:22 PM PST - 1 comment
Cheated on and dumped... would you call it a day?
Cheated on and dumped... would you call it a day? [more inside]
posted by hopecottage at 1:12 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by hopecottage at 1:12 PM PST - 39 comments
I've Got Cash. I Want Wheels. Adavantage/Disadvantage?
Looking purchase new car. What are my purchase options to build credit and advantage me for future business/home loans? [more inside]
posted by goalyeehah at 12:57 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by goalyeehah at 12:57 PM PST - 7 comments
Payment Model For Commercial Recycling Business
What kind of payment model is normally used for a commercial recycling business? [more inside]
Protests targeting school children?
Is it common for anti-choice protesters to target public schools? [more inside]
posted by amarynth at 12:54 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by amarynth at 12:54 PM PST - 22 comments
My joints POP loudly
BR2 Cable?!
I'm trying to identify a +- 10 V cable for an electromagnet power supply I recently purchased. The manual calls it a "BR2" cable but I can't seem to find it anywhere... [more inside]
I am shopping for a violin. Help me plz.
Couldn't count on you anyway
The Broken Earth is a song incorrectly attributed to Nick Drake or The Soft Machine. But who actually wrote/performed it? [more inside]
Who you gonna call?
My parents need to evict some tenants. [more inside]
posted by jadegenie at 12:05 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by jadegenie at 12:05 PM PST - 4 comments
How to mask or get creative with stupid embroidered logo on shirt?
Need to get creative and turn a dorkish fonted *B* into something beautiful. [more inside]
posted by watercarrier at 12:04 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by watercarrier at 12:04 PM PST - 15 comments
Bulletin boards in Philly?
Physical bulletin boards for flyer postings in Philly? [more inside]
Another dissertation Word question.
How can I hide page numbers in Word 2004? At the moment the document is broken into three sections using the section->break->next page feature. I want the numbers of the first section to stay hidden. I have searched & tried all the directions I could find, but nothing seems to be working. I'm using a MacBook, if that matters.
Who are these costumed Parisians?
Please help me identify the costumed event/people in this photo taken Sept 11, 2010, at a park in central Paris. [more inside]
posted by travis08 at 11:40 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by travis08 at 11:40 AM PST - 4 comments
Remaining a Georgia citizen while traveling abroad . . .
Is there a way to maintain your state citizenship while traveling within the country, and perhaps outside the country, for up to two years? [more inside]
Cocktails for Fig Cake
Quick one - cocktails to go with a fig cake? [more inside]
I need a digital recipe box.
Is there a website or low-cost software package to store recipes? [more inside]
posted by GilloD at 10:32 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by GilloD at 10:32 AM PST - 16 comments
Help me time travel.
I have some devices (scanners, actually) for which there are no drivers for Windows 7. Is there some way to use them anyway? [more inside]
posted by Obscure Reference at 10:02 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Obscure Reference at 10:02 AM PST - 14 comments
QR Codes and ICAL
How can I create a file that has the information for a calendar event that automatically downloads to your phone's calendar? [more inside]
Dining for One in Paris
I want an awesome dinner in Paris. Alone. Where do I go? [more inside]
posted by backseatpilot at 9:52 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by backseatpilot at 9:52 AM PST - 12 comments
Internet estate curation?
Internet estate curation, or: How to get a better biography of an author "out there"? [more inside]
posted by progosk at 9:30 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by progosk at 9:30 AM PST - 5 comments
He moving back, but as a roommate.
SO moved out over a year ago and we made attempts to resolve issues needs and wants during that time. Admittedly, I could've put forth more effort in being a better partner. Now he is moving back in, although I'm glad about that, he's coming back as a "roommate". Oh, and I work for him. [more inside]
DTMFA or give it another try?
Should I break it off for good, or give it one more try? [more inside]
Is SMMU a SCAM?
Soaked HDD
Recovering data from a soaked HDD? [more inside]
posted by InsanePenguin at 8:14 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by InsanePenguin at 8:14 AM PST - 11 comments
Next step: solve in three dimensions
Calculusfilter. A man is led to the center of a valuable field which he does not own. He coats his feet in blue paint so that his path can be traced. At dawn he begins walking. At a randomly selected time he will be told to stop walking, whereupon he will walk in a perfectly straight line back to the starting point. Then he will be given all the land that has been circumscribed by his blue path. [more inside]
posted by foursentences at 7:48 AM PST - 89 comments
posted by foursentences at 7:48 AM PST - 89 comments
I need chocolate!
[musictaste filter] Can you help me fill out my playlist?
I've got a short 80's centric playlist started with Somebody's baby, She's a beauty, and Jessie's girl. Can you help me think of more songs like this with the same feel, sound? [more inside]
Motorola Defy screen replacement?
Has anyone replaced a broken screen/digitizer on a Motorola Defy? How hard is it? [more inside]
Wanted: YA Novels in Japanese
Recommendations for Japanese books to practice reading (in Japanese)? [more inside]
posted by GenjiandProust at 7:01 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by GenjiandProust at 7:01 AM PST - 16 comments
Identify a pair of earphones based on far too little information
What were the brand and model of the earphones I left in a muddy field three months ago? [more inside]
BRATT pffffffrrrrrt rat-tat-tat
What makes farts sound the way they do? [more inside]
How to be nice to annoying people
I need advice on how to be nicer to someone who annoys the crap out of me and freaks me out a little. [more inside]
posted by bunderful at 5:59 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by bunderful at 5:59 AM PST - 36 comments
Can an email override exchange server 'out of office' rules?
Can an email message configure itself so that Exchange Server 2007 will send an Out Of Office reply to a 3rd party, not the sender listed as sender? [more inside]
posted by TuffAustin at 5:47 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by TuffAustin at 5:47 AM PST - 7 comments
Oh look, someone is looking to have a song identified again.
SongFilter: Can you name this song I heard on the radio - an instrumental, natch? [more inside]
posted by Golfhaus at 5:37 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Golfhaus at 5:37 AM PST - 10 comments
"Baked With Love" and a bucketload of ginger, preferably.
I've done heaps of ginger cakes, ginger biscuits, ginger slices and gingerbread... what other gingery stuff could I make or bake for my grandmother for her 90th birthday this weekend? [more inside]
posted by malibustacey9999 at 5:15 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by malibustacey9999 at 5:15 AM PST - 19 comments
How Can I Get My Family Health Insurance in Massachusetts?
Family health insurance coverage in Massachusetts? I'm an unemployed single mom with three kids and our BCBS ends 9/30. I have the option of $1900 COBRA or...what are my options? [more inside]
Russia Post - they deliver?
Can I rely on Russian post or any courier service to deliver a small gift to just outside of Moscow? [more inside]
posted by outlier at 5:10 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by outlier at 5:10 AM PST - 7 comments
Is it possible to programme a loyality scheme using facebooks API?
Is it possible to programme a loyality scheme using Facebooks API? [more inside]
what should the winchesters sign?
My friend and I are going to THIS. It is going to be a fregging awesome time and I cannot wait! The question I am currently facing is what should I have everyone sign when I get their autographs? It needs to be frameable and interesting and cool. [more inside]
What WAS that movie???
In 2005, on Delta Flight 627 operated by Alitalia, somewhere between Chicago and Milan, an Italian film was shown to the mostly empty cabin. After six years, I have been unable to locate it -- any help? [more inside]
posted by nickrussell at 4:27 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by nickrussell at 4:27 AM PST - 2 comments
Did the Maori people buy the train station in Wellington New Zealand?
Did the Maori people finally decide to buy the train station in Wellington New Zealand? [more inside]
Currency conversion
Which financial service do you recommend for currency conversion? [more inside]
posted by fifigyuri at 1:54 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by fifigyuri at 1:54 AM PST - 4 comments
Learning by example
looking for speakers that drive their point by examples, not "just talk". prime example is this
bobby McFerrin bit, where he demonstrate his thesis on the crowd. using a few words as possible. [more inside]
posted by yosh at 12:44 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by yosh at 12:44 AM PST - 6 comments
Suggest me a novel please?
Teaching-worthy literature for the individual against the state? [more inside]
posted by jojobobo at 12:37 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by jojobobo at 12:37 AM PST - 34 comments
August 29
How to study Latin and Greek more effectively?
Hey MeFites: I'm studying Latin and Greek at a university and starting to feel overwhelmed. Help me study more effectively! [more inside]
Looking for a move...
Looking for a movie, and I can't remember what it is. [more inside]
Trying to remember dystopian book title?
Trying to remember a dystopian sci-fi book, society had the technology to record mental experiences which allowed people to experience good things such as beaches/vacations but also "bad" things such as prostitution/drugs/murder. Anyone know the name of this book? [more inside]
Civil Service Summaries
Looking for short PDFs summarising topics relevant to UK politics, probably posted to Metafilter in the last couple of years. These were produced by civil servants or advisors to explain the broad concepts of a topic (e.g. Nuclear power) to a politician in just a few pages. Thanks.
posted by theyexpectresults at 10:13 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by theyexpectresults at 10:13 PM PST - 4 comments
Help me identify this Chanel dress
Is cuevana.tv secure?
Should I worry about having signed up for cuevana.tv? [more inside]
Why did I find bread on my doorstep?
Why did I find bread on my doorstep? [more inside]
Ease my Prezi pains
I'm trying to turn PDFs made from presentations on the Prezi website (prezi.com) into text documents and am looking for a program to OCR them with. Since Prezi's PDFs come out rather odd with some text trailing off the edge that isn't pertinent to the current slide I need something that will allow me to make a selection box around the text I wish to OCR as opposed to auto OCR'ing the entire page. What Windows program should I be looking at?
Meth Lab Blues
Here's that Snuggie You've Been Wanting...
Best friends just had a baby--should I bring a gift to the hospital? [more inside]
Help me fly with my wedding dress!
Taking my wedding dress on a plane- Help!
I have two options:
1) Take it in the bag and hope that the plane will hang it up in first class even though i am sitting in coach
2) Pack it in my bag (its fairly small and lace) and get it steamed somewhere on the other end. Where can you get things steamed? Do they do that at dry cleaner?
What do you recommend?
Thank you!!
Love and cleaning toilets
How do you balance housework as a couple, and what do you think of our arrangement? I personally don't like it. [more inside]
Should I start charging this cyst rent?
How long does a noninfected Bartholin cyst last? [more inside]
Collapsing artists in iTunes. Please.
Is there any way that I can "roll up" artists' catalogs in iTunes? [more inside]
How can I get the Pages app I already paid for?
How can I re-download the Pages application that I've already paid for? (Mac) [more inside]
posted by jitterbug perfume at 7:26 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by jitterbug perfume at 7:26 PM PST - 12 comments
Herding cats during termite treatment?
Upon the discovery of several live termites attempting to set up shop in my garage wall, I called in a local pest-control company. Following inspection, said company recommended treating the dirt under the garage slab with fipronil (aka Termidor). I have four indoor cats and a fish, and while the termite guys say the fish can stay, they're recommending moving the cats out of the house for the three hours it will take to apply the stuff. Is this really necessary? If so, where the heck can I take four fairly skittish cats for three hours? [more inside]
posted by aecorwin at 6:34 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by aecorwin at 6:34 PM PST - 10 comments
Can I get Mass Save Rebate for self-installed AC?
As part of the Mass Save program, is it possible to install a split-system AC myself (as a homeowner) and get the $500 rebate? [more inside]
posted by Thrillhouse at 6:25 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Thrillhouse at 6:25 PM PST - 3 comments
Good eats in Cocoa Head Florida?
This weekend our family is going on vacation in Cocoa Beach Florida.
Does anyone have any restaurant recommendations? Preferably moderately priced, with great fresh seafood.
Thanks!
How to sell a car fast in Seattle?
I have a co-worker who is moving to one of our offices overseas, semi-permanently, and needs to sell his car. The transfer happened rapidly and there were many things to take care of, one of which, selling his car, didn't get done. He's leaving day after tomorrow. He needs to sell his car before he leaves.
Any ideas on how to do this in Seattle? Are there businesses that take of of this?
Thanks
posted by skyscraper at 5:48 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by skyscraper at 5:48 PM PST - 12 comments
Looking for a functional and fashionable foldover bag
For about a year or so I've been on the hunt for the perfect foldover bag. Please help me find it. Specific requirements inside the post. [more inside]
Sore legs for 2 weeks...(follow-up to previous question)
Sore legs for over 2 weeks...(follow-up to previous question) [more inside]
NYC-Filter - Please help an mid-30's 'in-betweenie' find cute, attractive and stylish clothes for her unusual body!
I am a 12-16, but I often find that I cannot fit into the highest 'straight size' at a mainstream retailer. This said, I cannot shop in a plus-size store as their smallest size hangs on me. I find this very frustrating! [more inside]
posted by carmenghia at 5:12 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by carmenghia at 5:12 PM PST - 21 comments
The pen is not mightier than a two year old.
Ever heard of a Leap Pad? We have a few that we picked up at garage sales and such. The pen no longer works. How can we fix this? More inside. [more inside]
posted by Spyder's Game at 4:54 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Spyder's Game at 4:54 PM PST - 7 comments
Moving to Southeastern Pennsylvania
Where to live outside Philly? [more inside]
Tom Selleck and his saw had to get started somewhere
I wanted to try my hand at building a garbage enclosure (something like this) and also a mini greenhouse. Does anyone have any resources to help me get started. I can have a stab at it using the pictures but turning these into actual plans (especially types and sizes of lumber) is more of a stretch. [more inside]
posted by Disco Moo at 4:53 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Disco Moo at 4:53 PM PST - 6 comments
Do you know a good company that makes custom sized bread bags?
I need to order custom-sized paper bags to be part of the packaging of shipments of bread. The bags need to be large — hence the need to go custom. I'm thinking 12" x 18", and expandable enough to fit a height of 4-5". Most bags I've seen have a flat bottom, but are gusseted to expand — that's what I imagine ordering.
Any recommendations on a place that could do this for me? NYC-specific would be great, but I'm willing to order from any company that can do it quickly and at an affordable price. We're talking orders in the 100s or 1000s, but most likely not in the 10,000s — at least to start. I'd need them to print a logo on the bags as well. They'd also need to keep in moisture and not get oily from the bread.
A Philly restaurant recommendation, please.
Can you make some Philadelphia restaurant recommendations for a Baltimore-based couple based on some of our current favorites? [more inside]
posted by Asherah at 4:38 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Asherah at 4:38 PM PST - 18 comments
Looking for conference ideas...
What conferences should we (a crack team of Instructional Designers) attend? What conferences (tech, ed, design, etc) have you been to that knocked your socks off? [more inside]
Unix vs. Apple OS?
CompSciFilter: Someone kindly explain to me what differentiates Unix and Apple OS. [more inside]
posted by lobbyist at 3:09 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by lobbyist at 3:09 PM PST - 31 comments
Good camping near Sloquet BC?
Hello, going up to Sloquet hot springs (from Vancouver) for the fist time Thursday, and want to have a couple 'plan Bs' on hand in case it's full or the road is washed out or for whatever other reason.
Anyone know of any other decent camping sites in that area?
Go ahead, rub it in... to hair.
I have managed to reach the age of forty-mumble with no idea how to deal with hair-care products. I shampoo regularly (Head and Shoulders for the dandruff works fine), keep my hair fairly short (but not buzzcut, because my head looks stupid when the hair is too short), and sometimes blow it dry, but all this other stuff - pomade, hair spray, the stuff the salons call 'product' is beyond me. Where can I go to find out about how to use them? [more inside]
posted by mephron at 2:36 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by mephron at 2:36 PM PST - 18 comments
Can I begin to treat my ear infection?
What (if any) household items are there that can help in the early stage of an outer ear infection (not just the pain, but the infection itself)? [more inside]
posted by desertface at 2:31 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by desertface at 2:31 PM PST - 20 comments
spic & span.
Recommendations for good house cleaners in Portland? [more inside]
Weekend getaways near NYC- birthday edition!
Looking for suggestions for weekend getaways near NYC! Help me plan my EPIC birthday! :) [more inside]
Can I get a master's in film studies?
Can I get a master's in film studies? [more inside]
Very pregnant wedding anniversary
Wedding anniversary two weeks before our baby is due: suggestions? [more inside]
Find technical specs on alternator
I need to find technical specs and drawings of a car/truck alternator for a pico-hydro project. Details inside... [more inside]
Car squeals at higher speeds
Why does my car squeal only at higher speeds? [more inside]
posted by sputgop at 1:38 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by sputgop at 1:38 PM PST - 9 comments
Quick! Outdoor NYC spot for beer
It is a beautiful post-hurricane day here in NYC. I would like to celebrate not flooding by getting a beer and drinking it outdoors. Quick, recommend me a bar in the next hour or so! [more inside]
posted by whitneyarner at 1:37 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by whitneyarner at 1:37 PM PST - 12 comments
Getting one's soap opera fix...
Are older episodes (i.e. 2000 - present) of daytime soap operas available either for rental or purchase? [more inside]
posted by Telpethoron at 1:36 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Telpethoron at 1:36 PM PST - 2 comments
Why is the accordion so often the busker's instrument of choice?
I currently live in a European capital (Athens) and I've noticed that the accordion seems to be the favored instrument of its street musicians (not exclusively Roma). Ditto for practically all other European cities I've lived in or visited. Why is it this the case? [more inside]
posted by scrm at 1:36 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by scrm at 1:36 PM PST - 6 comments
Funny, prolific Amazon reviewer from mid-`00s?
Who is the Amazon reviewer who posted a corpus of very funny, very weird reviews? As the reviews accumulated, he would reveal occasional bits of his "real" life. This would have been in the mid-2000s, I think. My Google skills are letting me down sorely.
posted by everichon at 12:31 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by everichon at 12:31 PM PST - 8 comments
Please help us spend money for our one-year-old's birthday somewhat wisely.
Recommendations for toys and other practical items for our daughter's first birthday? [more inside]
Communications going from bad to worse.
What are some tips for turning around days where you and your SO just don't seem to be communicating or getting along well? [more inside]
Where can I find great scratching hip-hop music?
Where can I find great scratching hip-hop music? I have figured out that scratching DJ music makes for great working tunes for me. Little lyrical content, minimal sampling, but good beat and good scratching. As an example, here's one of my favorite tunes on Spotify: I'd appreciate if you lot could point me to other tunes like this, either artists/albums or individual tracks that fit the bill. Thanks!
posted by jxpx777 at 12:07 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by jxpx777 at 12:07 PM PST - 15 comments
Freshly reinstalled Sony Vegas won't open the video edits I produced with it before
I recently had to reinstall Windows (XP) on my PC to kill some malware. Subsequently, I reinstalled Sony Vegas Movie Studio 9, which I've been using for the last couple of years on this machine. Today I went to open one of my video edits for the first time... but Vegas chokes on it. Can you help me figure out why? Error log after the jump. [more inside]
posted by Artifice_Eternity at 12:06 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Artifice_Eternity at 12:06 PM PST - 11 comments
i thought tumblr was supposed to make blogging easy
why do photos on my Tumblr blog get squashed when I look at them on a mobile device or other people reblog them? [more inside]
How do you place students into calculus courses?
Attention math teachers: what processes does your college/university use for placement into Calculus courses? [more inside]
Bike-friendly lawyer in Chicago needed
Please recommend bike-friendly lawyer in Chicago? [more inside]
posted by pianomover at 11:14 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by pianomover at 11:14 AM PST - 8 comments
The Sour Cream of My People, apparently?
What makes sour cream "Canadian-style"? [more inside]
posted by marylynn at 11:10 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by marylynn at 11:10 AM PST - 27 comments
Watch real people cooking in real life, in real time, realistically
Any cooking shows (preferably available on youtube, or in any case for free) that features some real-time cooking? I don't require sitting through four hours of braising footage, but I just want to have a reasonable sense of how much time other people put into prep and such, which means no mise-en-place chopped vegetables at the start of the thing.
posted by Busoni at 10:56 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Busoni at 10:56 AM PST - 10 comments
Why are there so many bees in Napa/Sonoma?
Why are there so many bees in Napa/Sonoma? [more inside]
How does this thing work?
Counting calories/exercise: Am I doing this right? [more inside]
posted by loveyhowell at 10:18 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by loveyhowell at 10:18 AM PST - 19 comments
What not to fry...
Reuniting power supplies and equipment [more inside]
posted by blue_wardrobe at 10:08 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by blue_wardrobe at 10:08 AM PST - 6 comments
Which bug are we finding on our clothing?
Which bug is this? [more inside]
Help me move a carsick dog across the country!
Moving an older dog halfway across the country. Help needed please! [more inside]
What are "susans?"
"Ladies with their 'susans' showing?" My google-fu failed this one! What is a susan, if it's not lazy and not an actual person's name? [more inside]
posted by Rosie M. Banks at 9:00 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Rosie M. Banks at 9:00 AM PST - 17 comments
What to do before putting up the walls?
I'm wiring and insulating a garage. What kind of creative things should I do now, before the walls go up? [more inside]
Where in NYC can I buy rattlesnake to eat in or prepare out?
Is there a restaurant in New York City that serves rattlesnake, or a butcher in the city that sells it? [more inside]
In search of an investment mentrix
How can I find a female private equity/venture capital mentor in the NYC area? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 8:04 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by anonymous at 8:04 AM PST - 7 comments
Inventive ideas for a more pleasant living space
How can I soup up my apartment for maximum enjoyment, for less than $200/month? [more inside]
posted by bonheur at 7:59 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by bonheur at 7:59 AM PST - 20 comments
Easy meeting place for Berkeley noobs
Where should two friends meet in Berkeley California this Saturday? Both are driving, only one has GPS but the other is kinda familiar with Berkeley. [more inside]
SQL Server Integration Services and Flat File Output
You are a SQL Server Integration Services guru. I need help with what appears to be a simple problem with a flat file connection manager. [more inside]
posted by DWRoelands at 7:43 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by DWRoelands at 7:43 AM PST - 3 comments
Should we walk away from our house?
she was a he and doesn't know I know
Ever since that found-on-facebook date showed up on my doorstep I've had the same feeling : that person has not lived in that female body all her life. That hunch has been confirmed That person doesn't know I know - now what ? [more inside]
Whaddaya mean there's no international book rate?
What is the cheapest reliable way to mail a book (about 10" x 12" x 1") from the continental USA to the UK? [more inside]
In France they kiss on Main Street
What should I ask for from Paris? [more inside]
From newbie to expert in encryption and network security, where to start?
If I wanted banks or companies like LastPass to hire me to be on their security team to make systems safer and to block out hackers, what websites/books/resources should I dive into to go from n00b to pr0 ?? [more inside]
How can I learn to be "in the moment" with my kids?
How can I learn to be "in the moment" with my kids? [more inside]
Need 11" x 17" laser copy machine.
I'm looking for a 11x17 laser copy machine to replace our old Canon PC850, but the task is proving more difficult than it should be. I'm not interested in the many multi-function ink printers that are on the market. This has to be a regular laser copy machine.
The machine needs to be able to scan and print (copy) up to 11" x 17". It doesn't need to hold the 11x17 inch paper in a dedicated paper tray, but rather just be able to use the manual feed tray that is typically located on the side of the machine.
Thanks so much.
Where can I watch English football in Padova?
Where can I watch English football in Padova, Italy? [more inside]
Gifts for my better half.
"Thinking of You" gifts for my wife - what are your suggestions? [more inside]
posted by po822000 at 5:13 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by po822000 at 5:13 AM PST - 32 comments
Where should we stay in Lake Garda?
Lake Garda filter - where to stay? [more inside]
How to best prepare your writing skills for university...
How do I learn to write better to prepare myself for university? [more inside]
Ich würde gerne besser Deutsch sprechen.
Best free/low-cost podcasts and audiobooks for becoming fluent in German? [more inside]
It's a history mystery.
HistoryFilter: Help my friend figure out which famous pre-1800s, European historical figure this riddle refers to. [more inside]
posted by lovedbymarylane at 12:32 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by lovedbymarylane at 12:32 AM PST - 8 comments
August 28
Whatchamacallit?
What should we name our non-awkward cash registry website? [more inside]
tap..tap..tap...uh-hu...tap...tap...ok...whatever...
Is it rude to reply to emails and do other tasks when participating in a routine but important teleconference? [more inside]
posted by evil_esto at 11:00 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by evil_esto at 11:00 PM PST - 23 comments
What town should we stay in on the Big Island?
We'll be spending spring break on the big island. Our group is two families - 4 adults, 4 teenaged kids. I've found a couple posts with lots of great suggestions of places to visit on the island but need suggestions of where to stay. We'd prefer to rent a house or condo and plan to stay in one place the entire week, though we'll take day trips. It needs to be easy walking distance from a beach for swimming and snorkeling and have at least a few places we can walk to for meals and exploring. We prefer small town charm to sprawling resort complexes. Suggestions, please!
posted by ms_rasclark at 9:47 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by ms_rasclark at 9:47 PM PST - 11 comments
Help me name a song: Drunk driving, sick regret. Country of course.
Name that tune: Father kills his son in a drunk driving accident, who makes him swear to not drink anymore. [more inside]
Teach me how to teach mythology!
I've been given a mythology class to teach, mostly to juniors and seniors (at a public high school in California). Yay! However, the previous teacher won't let me borrow her material, and my mythological education was taking one class in college and a lot self-teaching (thus, there are gaping holes in my knowledge). And so, mefites, hope me figure out the best way to teach this class! [more inside]
Lyrics are stumping me.
Help me figure out what song belongs to these lyrics: "The day is come/What's done is done." [more inside]
Help! New boss talking to current boss!
How do I get potential employers not to call my current employer (when they've already requested to) for a reference? [more inside]
Gimme that old-time relief printing
Do any living artists specialize in classical European style woodcuts? [more inside]
posted by shii at 8:17 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by shii at 8:17 PM PST - 9 comments
Venice to Vienna and in-between
I will be spending a week in Venice, then am going to Vienna. How should I travel between them? Should I stop anywhere along the way? [more inside]
Yet another travel filter.
Two nights, Boston, early October. Go... [more inside]
posted by doogan nash at 7:49 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by doogan nash at 7:49 PM PST - 14 comments
Donner. Party of 2.
Where should my husband and I have a lovely anniversary dinner in Seattle? [more inside]
FIGZILLA
FIIIIIGS! We're moving to a house that has a fig tree! Looking for fig recipes, but also any information about preserving/canning/pickling/drying/freezing them. Also, how do I know if they are green figs or black figs (ours appears to have both) and what's the difference? [more inside]
posted by Nattie at 7:04 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Nattie at 7:04 PM PST - 19 comments
What are your favorite off-beat online resources for news and culture in Singapore?
What are good (off-beat) online resources for news and culture in Singapore? [more inside]
posted by fdhidalgo at 7:03 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by fdhidalgo at 7:03 PM PST - 3 comments
I have it on good authority that I get to keep my shoelaces!
I'm going to an intake (evaluation/show-and-tell) session at a psychiatric partial hospitalization program, due to severe social anxiety, ADHD and most importantly my current acute bipolar depressive episode. What kinds of questions should I be asking? How should I prepare? [more inside]
posted by Fee Phi Faux Phumb I Smell t'Socks o' a Puppetman! at 6:48 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Fee Phi Faux Phumb I Smell t'Socks o' a Puppetman! at 6:48 PM PST - 13 comments
Help me become self-educated in graphic design--or am I too old?
Help me become self-educated in graphic design--or am I too old? [more inside]
In the mental health 'strike zone'
I have bipolar disorder. I live in Ontario, Canada. I'm not sick enough for disability and not well enough to keep a job. What should I do? [more inside]
Most effective way to buy a car with cash and no credit history?
I don't really know how car buying works, help please! [more inside]
posted by p3on at 6:32 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by p3on at 6:32 PM PST - 16 comments
Mean girls
How did you, as a young woman, learn to deal with "mean girls" at work? [more inside]
posted by pH Indicating Socks at 6:27 PM PST - 57 comments
posted by pH Indicating Socks at 6:27 PM PST - 57 comments
Are Sandy Hook or Long Branch beaches open tomorrow?
Unexpected day off tomorrow. Want to take the kids to the beach tomorrow. How can I tell if Sandy Hook or Long Branch (NJ) will be open tomorrow? Is the area flooded or the roads leading to the shore flooded? And, is it safe to be on the beach 24 hours after the storm is over? Am not planning on going into the water.
posted by mrbarrett.com at 6:25 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by mrbarrett.com at 6:25 PM PST - 5 comments
1. Obtain lots of seltzer cartridges. 2. ??? 3. Profit!
Are seltzer cartridges recyclable? And/or is there anything cool I can do with them? [more inside]
I'll probably just use Office and read MeFi.
Help a garden variety user choose her first laptop. [more inside]
posted by Tarumba at 6:12 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Tarumba at 6:12 PM PST - 8 comments
Anything to help someone with a broken back go to the bathroom
My father has a compression fracture and cannot twist around. Does anyone have any ideas on how he can wipe himself when he goes to the bathroom? I don't know how or when he will have the pain managed to be able to do it normally.
Piano lessons for my niece
How to find a piano teacher. [more inside]
WeddingFilter: Beach rentals in Massachusetts?
We're getting married! Hooray! Now, we just need to find a place to have the wedding... help us rent the waterfront venue of our dreams! [more inside]
Verblödung
We Must Protect This House
Suddenly I own a farmhouse in the middle of nowhere, 3000 miles from my home. How the heck do I take care of it? [more inside]
Give me your candy magic!
Question about using maple sugar in a candy recipe. [more inside]
Best single and multiplayer iPhone chess
What is the best single-player and multiplayer (like by mail, except push notifications) chess app for iPhone/iTouch? [more inside]
Get me and my stuff from Point A to Point B (possibly via Point C?)
Transitioning from car-free East Coast existence to Southern California sprawl. What's the most efficient way to do this? [more inside]
posted by Sara C. at 4:30 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Sara C. at 4:30 PM PST - 17 comments
I need more tambourine in my life.
I love music featuring almost any combination of the following instruments: bongos, brass, ukulele, tambourine. Do you have any recommendations for similar songs/music? [more inside]
Why don't some college guys ever date?
What are some reasons a college guy who has never dated before won't ask out someone he likes? [more inside]
What is the freelance market like for an embedded programmer?
What is the freelance market like for an embedded programmer? [more inside]
Hot town, summer in the city...
It is hot in LA, and we were just gifted with a window-unit air conditioner! Hurrah! We have bars on all our windows! Boo! We've rigged up a very rickety looking system and it works, but...I feel like we might be setting ourselves up for disaster? [more inside]
posted by fillsthepews at 3:29 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by fillsthepews at 3:29 PM PST - 6 comments
Not Exactly As Shown
I'm a woman and I had a first date yesterday with a guy I met online. He sent me pictures that were obviously several years old because he's at least 50 pounds heavier now. I need help deciding whether I should continue to see him. [more inside]
The Queens (fictional?) Proclamation of 1991
Near the end of Jeffrey Archer's First Among Equals, the Queen has dinner with the four lead characters and proposes....something! What she proposes is deliberately left unsaid, but it seems to be some sort of change to UK's political or monarchy system. [more inside]
posted by FfejL at 3:00 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by FfejL at 3:00 PM PST - 5 comments
The Facts Of Life
Was this really the plot line of a "Facts Of Life" episode, or am I misremembering? [more inside]
posted by mr_crash_davis at 2:41 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by mr_crash_davis at 2:41 PM PST - 4 comments
Pink slip lunch
Restaurant recommendations in Washington D.C. for my goodbye lunch at work. Dupont Circle area best. Difficulty: I'm being laid off. [more inside]
posted by postel's law at 2:37 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by postel's law at 2:37 PM PST - 5 comments
Unplugged quiet hobby?
Recommendations for a solitary relaxing unplugged hobby? [more inside]
Plumbing vented inside apartment? Is that OK?
We moved into a new rental last month and after we moved in I notice some unusual plumbing. [more inside]
I'll gladly pay you Tuesday
This Debt thread over the MeFi has me wondering: Am I completely off the mark to believe that easy access to cheap credit fuels inflation? [more inside]
Internet connections, two on the road one won't go?
Currently traveling in France and having wifi/internet connection with one of the three laptops we have. [more inside]
Best source for art prints?
Best source for art prints? [more inside]
I'm feeling a bit sheepish...
Which French (I think) folk dance did I do as an elementary schooler in Indiana in the late 90s? (Details inside.) [more inside]
posted by naturalog at 11:40 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by naturalog at 11:40 AM PST - 6 comments
"All I know is what I read in the papers."
What makes for a good elementary school newspaper? What makes a great one? I'd like to know what parents appreciate (and what they'll actually read). I'd like to know what you liked best when you were a student, either from a contributing or reading standpoint.
I'd like to know from school employees/authorities what one needs to be mindful of. And I'd be very glad to know of what I can do to avoid any problems. I'd like to know from teachers about what school newspapers can do for students; and what one could reasonably ask for from the various grades to allow for students to make contributions and so the content is balanced for all ages. I'd love to see links to anything inspiring, and to ideas for content and design and such. So, I'd like a lot of information about stuff I have an idea about, but not much practice with yet. And that's a lot to do with three double-sided pages, I know. [more inside]
posted by peagood at 11:13 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by peagood at 11:13 AM PST - 8 comments
Is this guy really confident, or a weirdo?
I've been asked out by a complete stranger. I need some help deciding between being flattered and impressed by his confidence, or being suspicious and forgetting the whole thing. [more inside]
How safe is the Cleveland Heights neighborhood in Oakland, CA? Advice needed!
I'm considering an apartment in the Cleveland Heights area of Oakland, CA, specifically near Hanover Ave, not far from Lake Merritt. I'm new to the area and I'm wondering what the general safety of the neighborhood is? [more inside]
posted by starpoint at 10:41 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by starpoint at 10:41 AM PST - 10 comments
Credit Union in Arlington, Virginia?
I'm moving to Arlington, Virginia in a week or two and want to switch from using a corporate bank to a credit union. None is available through my employer, so I'm hoping there will be one for residents of that area. I'd like them to have a functional online banking interface which is compatible with Mint.
Manage my PCOS drug-free?
I need your tips on dealing with PCOS -- drug free! [more inside]
Jump-land from high cause rectum pain
I am male. When I jump down from a fence, why is there a sharp pain in my rectum? [more inside]
ECZEMA help
Can this compost be saved?
Earthquakes and hurricanes, oh my!
Anyone have good post-disaster projects to do with kids at camp tomorrow? [more inside]
Damn you, northern sun!
Interesting ways to preserve and/or freeze shallots for use over the winter? [more inside]
Is my bike too big and whose fault is it?
I just bought a bike yesterday and although I thought it fit okay at the store and riding it around a half-block, after I rode it home for two miles, I found it a bit uncomfortable. So I'm trying to figure out if the bike is indeed too big for me, and what I can do about it since the store's policy is that all bike sales are final. [more inside]
posted by quirks at 8:06 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by quirks at 8:06 AM PST - 18 comments
Help me find a toy for my cat that he won't eat.
Recommendations for cat toys for a chewer? [more inside]
Touch-a, touch-a, touch-a, touch me - web browser edition.
Help me find the optimal web browser for my ASUS eee Slate tablet PC. It is a fully functional PC in an iPad-like package. I love it, but I'm having a hard time finding a browser configuration that I like. [more inside]
posted by jeoc at 6:26 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by jeoc at 6:26 AM PST - 3 comments
Perky without Coffee?
Irene wrecked my drywall
Contractor for drywall and stud repair in / around DC? [more inside]
How To Get to Noo Yahwk Journalists?
PublicityFilter: Trying to write a "media alert" about an event taking place in NYC in a 10 days or so. Here are my three confuddling questions... [more inside]
What's it like to work in Swiss academia?
How does working in a Swiss university compare with working in British or American academia? And thoughts on living and working in Switzerland more generally. [more inside]
posted by lapsangsouchong at 2:09 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by lapsangsouchong at 2:09 AM PST - 4 comments
August 27
US Tax Law Change for Americans Living Abroad
As a US citizen, living and working abroad for many years, I recently heard of a new law that I must file tax returns on the US by Aug 31, 2011 or face a penalty. Anyone know about this? If US citizens live and pay taxes abroad, they generally are exempt up to $91,500.
Which X Chromosome did I inherit from my mother?
Which X Chromosome did I inherit from my mother? [more inside]
posted by brownrd at 10:06 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by brownrd at 10:06 PM PST - 12 comments
You Looking at Me?
I am a big baseball fan. I will watch every game on TV that I can regardless of the teams playing (although I am a Yankee fan and Pirates fan 2nd.)
I have noticed after a player strikes out, the camera often shows them looking back at what I thought was the pitcher as if to say, "I'll show you next time" or "That junk won't fool me next time" or whatever you want to assume. Then it occurred to me that they could be looking at the Jumbotron to see the pitch. [more inside]
Fake Irene Photo - Real Source?
This photo Damn im sexy is being passed around as Hurricane Irene and I have seen some say "Hurricane Irene coming ashore in VA" this is clearly not Virgina and I am 95% sure it is not even Irene. can you all help me find the actual source of this photo. Tin eye reverse image search did not work for me.
Thanks!
posted by tgelston at 9:35 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by tgelston at 9:35 PM PST - 11 comments
Macbook Pro vs. PC?
ANOTHER mac vs pc buying mefi post...But not the usual reasons. Help? Thanks! :D [more inside]
How do I prepare myself to file for divorce?
I am preparing to file for divorce from my husband. What should I be doing before actually filing to protect my interests and make sure that things go as smoothly as possible? And how does this even work? [more inside]
Half-grown ear, recommendations on how to make it "normal" appreciated.
I have an half-grown right ear. Any recommendations on how to "fix" it? [more inside]
Molly's face is rotting off!
Alas, Molly the cocker spaniel is back in her cone.. can I avoid a trip to the vet? And if not, what can I do in the meantime? [more inside]
How do barrier islands form?
How to Display My Website In a Google Search.
How do I get a search for my Website to display organized headers and pages like the New York Times or Mashable looks like if you type their names into Google? [more inside]
Host For Photo Site?
Probably a perennial question, but stuff changes. I'm looking for recommendations for a host for a non-pro photo site. I've used Fiickr, SmugMug, and ZenFolio. I'm after a host that allows me to muck about with design, CSS and HTML, etc., but doesn't compel mr to admin servers or
worry about installing security updates remotely.
I can admin a server, but, you know, life's too short. Shared host is probably the best bet, but I'd look at renting a slice of a managed server.
Basically, I just wanna build a site that looks like i want, upload photos, and be done with it.
What does medical coding have to do with Sesame Street?
Why are medical industry-seeming websites publishing all these unrelated infographics? [more inside]
posted by ghharr at 5:55 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by ghharr at 5:55 PM PST - 1 comment
How do TV channels figure out how many people watched a particular episode (e.g. XX million watched American Idol)?
How do TV channels figure out how many people watched a particular episode (e.g. XX million watched American Idol)?
I often hear things like XX million viewers watched American Idol or some other show.
How do the news guys / broadcasters come up with these numbers??
Surely they are not able to track what is being watched in peoples homes.
So I guess this is some kind of math or projection. Any idea how this is done?
How do you set up a new molecular genetics lab?
A question for all the molecular geneticists out there: how did you go about setting up your first lab? [more inside]
posted by Alice Russel-Wallace at 5:29 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Alice Russel-Wallace at 5:29 PM PST - 6 comments
My Academic Plan
Should I continue pursuing my major even if it makes me anxious? [more inside]
How to streamline file organization?
I am trying to streamline my file organization system so I can easily search for a variety of content (video, audio, photos, text). Most of my files are in various places (surveymonkey, delicious, email, etc.). Most of my work is done on a Mac, but I do have a p.c. I am looking for suggestions and recommendations on how to create and maintain a system. Thanks!
posted by kbcreations at 2:51 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by kbcreations at 2:51 PM PST - 4 comments
The loudest sound in this and every world you can think of.
As a teenager, I had some exposure to tap dance. Now I'm a working drudge in my late twenties. How can I bring tap back into my life? [more inside]
How to deal with screaming boss
My boss is harassing me, she has always been hyper and hateful, but this week was hell. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 2:32 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by anonymous at 2:32 PM PST - 26 comments
Help name my Infinite Jest blog.
Help name my Infinite Jest / vocabulary blog. [more inside]
New wireless internet
Wi-fi filter: can you help me decide how to find the best broadband connection? [more inside]
How do I make superscripts stick in iWork Pages tables?
iWork Pages is undoing my superscripts inside a table! [more inside]
posted by BrashTech at 2:00 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by BrashTech at 2:00 PM PST - 7 comments
costa rica vacation advice
costa rica vacation advice?
My fiance and I are leaving for costa rica in a week. Our plan is to rent a car and spend a week doing a loop around the Nicoya Peninsula: 3 nights in Tamarindo, 2 in Samara, 2 in Montezuma, 1 in Liberia, then fly back to the US.
My question is: given this basic plan are either any "don't miss" items that you would suggest seeing/doing or anything that we should know or be prepared for.
I'm hoping to hear from others who have done similar trips in this area and to learn from their experience.
Thanks!
Uncertainty about interpreting messages from Little Snitch
OSX security question from a total noob, involving uncertainty about interpreting messages from Little Snitch. [more inside]
Want to have my cake and eat it too.
Am I a bad person? It's recently been pointed out to me that I have HUGE abandonment and rejection issues. The guy that I'm seeing told me this - not my husband. Get ready for a bunch of conflicting information... [more inside]
If it doesn't tell a story, my mind won't remember it. Help?
My Master's exam is coming up in two weeks, and I can't concentrate enough on the poetry to read it, let alone remember it... help? [more inside]
posted by patheral at 12:59 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by patheral at 12:59 PM PST - 10 comments
Breaker breaker, what's your twenty?
Are there wireless radios and microphones appropriate for bicyclists to communicate with each other?? [more inside]
posted by werkzeuger at 12:45 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by werkzeuger at 12:45 PM PST - 6 comments
The A to Z of being a DMP
I'm about to become a Digital Media Producer! Awesome! Help me do really well in a role that is new to me. [more inside]
Total Loss or risk it with an Extended Warranty?
Total Loss or risk it with an Extended Warranty? [more inside]
Help liven up a school with $1000
How would you pep up an elementary school with $1,000? [more inside]
What ingredients make for great sex for you, women? Honest questioner seeks honest answers
Women, what makes a sexual experience rank high for YOU? I'm not just asking about technique, but the whole ball of wax. What makes it the best for you? [more inside]
posted by sleeping beauty at 10:42 AM PST - 48 comments
posted by sleeping beauty at 10:42 AM PST - 48 comments
What To Marry People In?
I'm performing a marriage ceremony in Los Angeles this September. What do I wear? [more inside]
How not to people-please your way to relationship angst
How do those who tend to people-please stay honest with their feelings and needs in romantic relationships? I want to avoid becoming overwhelmed and disoriented after about half a year or so, which seems to happen again and again. [more inside]
Help me get my hair to look like this
Quality and origins of the National or Ambassador brands of lamb sold in Korea?
Can anyone tell me about the National or Ambassador brands of frozen lamb sold in Korea, but from elsewhere in Asia - origins, quality etc? Anyone enough of a web detective to find more info, or can make an educated guess from what you know? [more inside]
posted by Not Supplied at 8:58 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Not Supplied at 8:58 AM PST - 4 comments
Sprouter Recommendations?
Recommendations for a sprouter? Have tried the jar method which resulted in slimy sprouts, and would like to buy something purpose-made! [more inside]
Octopus's Garden
What kind of structure could be built to permit up-close observation of a hurricane? [more inside]
Feel Like I'm Dyin, Never Gonna Live Again
Suggestions for a therapist in Madison, WI [more inside]
Mold on litter box in basement
After returning from a month away, we discovered green mold (or something resembling mold) growing on and around the cat's litter box in our basement. I have removed the litter box and anything else covered in the green stuff, and I started running a dehumidifier in the basement. What steps should I take to ensure that I eradicate the stuff and that my family (including a baby and the cat) remain safe?
photo scanning service recommendation
Online Photo scanning services that ship to/from UK - does anyone have any recommendations? Doesn't need to be professional quality, they're just normal everyday pics. [more inside]
Help me enjoy the scenic views
How and/or can I get over my fear of (a specific kind of) heights? [more inside]
posted by RajahKing at 7:45 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by RajahKing at 7:45 AM PST - 10 comments
How to find a room in NYC?
NYU grad student desperately seeking an affordable room in Bklyn or lower Manhattan. She's my cousin from Uruguay, early thirties, just arrived in NYC. She's tried craigslist with no success. I am not in NYC. Where else should she look for ads? Feel free to memail me.
Nanny Tax and Schedule H
Paying Nanny Tax by Schedule H of the 1040. [more inside]
How Low Can We Go?
How low is too low when offering bids to buy a house? [more inside]
What's this music?
Can anyone tell me the name of the piece playing over the beginning of this episode of 'Civilisation?' It's killing me that I can't remember it.
posted by lazenby at 5:42 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by lazenby at 5:42 AM PST - 5 comments
rar.
Identify this toy dinosaur? (yes, really.) [more inside]
posted by gaspode at 5:14 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by gaspode at 5:14 AM PST - 9 comments
Why am I suddenly more sensitive to caffeine?
I have noticed over the last week that my sensitivity to caffeine seems to have dramatically increased. Normally, drinking coffee would have no major effects except making me slightly more awake / alert you would expect. But over the last fortnight, it seems that even drinking even a single cup of coffee has become quite unpleasant. 45 minutes later i will feel dramatically over-energised and find concentration difficult and drinking a cup of coffee after dinner at 7.30 will leave me unable to get to sleep until 1:30 or 2am. Is this a health issue? Is it likely that my body will adapt back over time (I do like the taste of coffee and would like to keep drinking it if possible) or should I switch to decaf coffee or a lower caffeinated drink like tea? [more inside]
Are nightmares a symptom of SSRI discontinuation?
You are not my doctor/psychiatrist: bizarre prozac/fluoxetine withdrawal symptom? [more inside]
Map of big Silicon Valley companies?
How can I find a map of large high-tech Silicon Valley companies? [more inside]
posted by harwons at 2:21 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by harwons at 2:21 AM PST - 6 comments
Hurricane advice for a friend in Staten Island
With Hurricane Irene approaching, what's the best course of action for someone still on the Staten Island shore? [more inside]
Am I being flirted with without knowing it?
I have a question about dating and attraction. It's, admittedly, a little weird, but I've been wondering for a WHILE now... [more inside]
Statistics filter: How do I calculate the keyspace size of a password?
How do I figure out what the size of this password's keyspace is? [more inside]
posted by vmrob at 1:35 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by vmrob at 1:35 AM PST - 10 comments
How do you avoid getting physical when a kid just walks away?
How do you avoid getting physical when a kid just walks away? [more inside]
posted by Noumenon at 12:51 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Noumenon at 12:51 AM PST - 22 comments
Is observing cremation a good way to achieve closure?
My father recently had the traumatic experience of finding his brother's body. I know that the experience has been very hard for him, and he has decided to observe the cremation in order to give himself some closure. All information on the web has been uniformly to the tune of "We'll let you do it but it can be traumatic, so make sure you know what you're doing." I'm trying to advise him, and would appreciate advice from anyone who has dealt with this before.
August 26
Where's the cool expat crowd in Sweden?
Where's the cool expat crowd in Stockholm/Uppsala? [more inside]
Chrome is just... broken!
I use Chrome as my primary browser, but it's been increasingly weird over the course of the past few months. The pop-up blocker is really terrible, missing tons of pop-ups that even IE has caught, Javascript stuff only works some of the time, etc. How can I fix this? [more inside]
Online dating is a dud
Why doesn't online dating work for me? [more inside]
Who took this picture of Ingrid Bergman
Who took this picture of Ingrid Bergman and where can I obtain either a print or a print-worthy high-res copy?
Can some people only hear harmonies?
My friend never seems able to sing melodies but always accidentally harmonises. Is this as rare as I think it is? [more inside]
posted by joboe at 10:10 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by joboe at 10:10 PM PST - 15 comments
Make me a gentleman!
How do I be a better boyfriend to a girl that wants chivalry? [more inside]
posted by this one is danny at 9:00 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by this one is danny at 9:00 PM PST - 18 comments
Night Flight RULED!
Help me find this creepy short film from the 80s I saw on Night Flight! [more inside]
posted by evilcupcakes at 8:52 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by evilcupcakes at 8:52 PM PST - 7 comments
Trading GM Card rewards for groceries
GM Card credit card rewards. I have nearly $700 in these card rewards. They've actually have maxed it out at $2000 until September 6th. Is there any way to redeem these besides buying or leasing a new GM car? What if I bought one and resold it -- even if I could do it, that's crazy, right? [more inside]
posted by salvia at 8:45 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by salvia at 8:45 PM PST - 5 comments
Where are you owner of lost wallet?
I found a young man's wallet today and tried to find some information, such as an email address or cell phone number, so I could contact him. No luck yet. [more inside]
posted by perhapses at 8:33 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by perhapses at 8:33 PM PST - 12 comments
New "Starfield"?
Has anyone made a solid, stable, fancier, and Windows 7 compatible version of the awesome old Windows XP "Starfield" screensaver? [more inside]
CatFilter: Help me figure out what this cat toy is so I can buy another.
Mom bought me a totally awesome cat toy that my cat loves. Of course, I am a doofus who stepped on it while I was moving and now it's broken, and I can't figure out where to buy another. It's manufactured by Hartz, but my usual Google-Fu is failing me. [more inside]
posted by loudguitars at 7:28 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by loudguitars at 7:28 PM PST - 19 comments
Oh, so THIS is why they say not to mix money and friendship....
How should I deal with a friend who owes me money and is (apparently) avoiding contact? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 7:16 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by anonymous at 7:16 PM PST - 10 comments
Use of gas stove if power is out?
Storm preparation: if we loose power, can we use a match to ignite a top burner on a gas stove (instead of the electric igniter)?
How concerned should I be for my family in New York City?
How concerned should I be for my family in New York City? [more inside]
Help me make a list of restaurants
Bay area foodie goes to NY for a week--which restaurants do I need to visit? [more inside]
posted by Suciu at 5:59 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Suciu at 5:59 PM PST - 17 comments
Big Girl Biking Panties?
Velo girls, help! Where can I find well-fitting, breathable, non-bunching underwear for biking? [more inside]
posted by rhiannonstone at 5:53 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by rhiannonstone at 5:53 PM PST - 11 comments
What's the most comfortable road bike pedal system?
What's your recommendation on clipless pedals for knee comfort? [more inside]
Restoring data from a wet LG phone
My son got his LG VX9200 phone wet. As in the bathroom, caught some spray from the shower, not under a constant stream or submerged.
This morn, he turned it on, and now he only gets the Verizon screen...then flashes to all gray. and repeats that.
The googlefu says put it in rice for a day to get the moisture out. It been in about 6-7 hours and no miracle cure.
We are prepared for the fact he might need a new battery, or at worst a new phone, but the direst question he has, is will they be able to restore all his contacts/textx/messages?
I thought Verizon did this for me once, they say "maybe", but he is convinced he has lost everything.
tl:dr? Is there a way/a hack etc to get back the data off his phone?
What to do with a very small inheritance? Low-income complications.
What to do with a very small inheritance? Low-income complications. [more inside]
Making pasta: must I use boiling water?
Must I boil water to make pasta/rice? [more inside]
posted by NoraCharles at 4:30 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by NoraCharles at 4:30 PM PST - 13 comments
Advice for the n00b Apartment Manager
What should I know about being an apartment manager in California? [more inside]
Gimme shelter
Where in central PA/NY might be unboring to wait out a hurricane? [more inside]
Best respirator for winter cycling?
What's the best (okay, a good) respirator for bicycling through winter inversion? [more inside]
Fix mah hair!
Please help me decide how to cut my bangs (or otherwise banish this pernicious hair from the front of my face). [more inside]
posted by phunniemee at 3:54 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by phunniemee at 3:54 PM PST - 18 comments
iPad offline GPS Nav app for Europe?
iPad offline Europe Nav for walking / public transportation? [more inside]
Skim reading
Does anyone have any suggestions on skim reading? I am having trouble working out how to do it without reading the whole article. This is for University studies.
Thanks
V
posted by Veronica78 at 3:30 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Veronica78 at 3:30 PM PST - 7 comments
Infinite tattoo?
How would you represent DFW's Infinite Jest in tattoo form? [more inside]
What kind of job for a physics graduate willing to travel?
What kind of job could have a physics graduate willing to travel? I have recently graduated and I'd like to move and work in another country for an undetermined time. [more inside]
posted by Fillus at 2:25 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Fillus at 2:25 PM PST - 4 comments
help me make my donation more skim-proof
A canvasser signed our family up to make regular contributions to Planned Parenthood. How can I tell how much of our donation is actually being received by PP? [more inside]
Health saving account
Best direct to consumer HSA? [more inside]
Fried motherboard frying psu's?
Is my motherboard fried, and frying power supplies? [more inside]
posted by Eiwalker at 1:52 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Eiwalker at 1:52 PM PST - 13 comments
Scripts from CS2 dont work with CS5
Scripts written when I had Photoshop CS2 arent playing nice with Photoshop CS5. [more inside]
posted by sandra_s at 1:26 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by sandra_s at 1:26 PM PST - 3 comments
A diagram is worth a thousand words
I need to learn more about making effective diagrams to communicate complex design ideas to coworkers. What are your resources for information design for representing systems, rather than raw data/statistics? [more inside]
posted by subject_verb_remainder at 1:22 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by subject_verb_remainder at 1:22 PM PST - 12 comments
What's worth seeing outside during a London to Seattle flight?
In a few hours I'll be flying from London to Seattle. What should I keep an eye out for (outside)? [more inside]
to to buy or not to buy a house now
Do you think that buying a house right now is a good move or is it extremely risky? [more inside]
On bread alone?
I know someone who has been quite healthy for 20 years on a diet of nothing but plain spaghetti and chocolate milk (and occasionally meat once every few weeks). He has been to doctors and dentists and has no health problems or vitamin deficiencies, has perfectly straight teeth and no cavities. How is this possible?! [more inside]
Durable, simple mechanisms to make noise from pressure
I'm making a set of sound sculptures which will make noise when stepped on. Please help me brainstorm simple, durable noise-making mechanisms. [more inside]
posted by moonmilk at 12:15 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by moonmilk at 12:15 PM PST - 10 comments
What San Francisco specific mobile apps should I put on my phone?
Which mobile applications are a must have for someone moving to San Francisco for the first time? [more inside]
I want to live in Mel Gibson's apartment in Conspiracy Theory
What is worth stocking up on? [more inside]
Who are the inspiring leaders who aten't ded?
I'm out of the loop. The first I heard about Jack Layton and Paul Wellstone and John Smith was when they died. Help a working mama out: who are the inspiring leaders who aren't dead yet? Obviously I skew Anglophone in my language constraints and bleeding-heart liberal in my politics, but I'm interested in hearing about anyone anywhere who seems compassionate and competent... so far.
posted by rdc at 11:44 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by rdc at 11:44 AM PST - 25 comments
i need a database!
[Python/database filter] I wrote a script in python for a class and I want to challenge myself now to make it attached to a database... [more inside]
Help me find an awesome laptop within my budget, please.
LaptopFilter: What is the best value laptop I can get with a $500 budget? Bonus: Graphic Design capabilities. [more inside]
posted by woodvine at 11:32 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by woodvine at 11:32 AM PST - 16 comments
Help me help my dog get into bed.
What's the best sort of step object(s) to put at the foot of the bed for a smallish dog to use to get into a tall bed? [more inside]
posted by Glinn at 11:05 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Glinn at 11:05 AM PST - 12 comments
Help me find this comic!
I saw a comic online a few years ago; it featured a man surreptitiously putting nicotine patches on his girlfriend so that she went into withdrawal when she wasn't with him. Can you help me find it? [more inside]
posted by punchtothehead at 10:54 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by punchtothehead at 10:54 AM PST - 8 comments
Publishers like Library of America and the Pléiade?
Both the Library of America and the Bibliothèque de la Pléiade publish handsome, authoritative texts in uniform, built-to-last editions (with or without extensive notes), and being selected for publication in either is seen by many as affirming the author's place in the canon. What other publishers do the same thing? [more inside]
Icon stand it anymore!
Help! Windows keeps shuffling my desktop icons. [more inside]
posted by MtDewd at 10:24 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by MtDewd at 10:24 AM PST - 3 comments
Do we want to use Ustream for streaming video and taking questions?
I am working with a non-profit organization who wants to stream video of talks with the ability to take questions live, via chat or some equivalent. Do we want to use something like Ustream? What else do we need to know?
I am not sure on numbers, but there would potentially be at least a few hundred viewers. [more inside]
posted by callmejay at 10:19 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by callmejay at 10:19 AM PST - 4 comments
Lesbian couple wondering what to be for Halloween!
Lesbian couple wondering what to be for Halloween! [more inside]
posted by DorothySmith at 10:18 AM PST - 56 comments
posted by DorothySmith at 10:18 AM PST - 56 comments
What are some great snacks/foods for childbirth and labor?
What are some great snacks for labor? The baby is due in a couple of weeks, and we're getting ready for the (natural) birth. [more inside]
Death in family – should I postpone my wedding?
We were going to elope to Las Vegas in less than two weeks, but my sister just passed away. I didn't have a close relationship with my sister. Is the timing of the wedding bad? [more inside]
Trying to recall a book from my childhood
Trying to recall a book from my childhood - "The Travelling Globe/Hourglass" Picture search style but not childish at all, very intricate possibly Victorian-themed artwork picturing different scenes from afar but in great detail - circus, city [more inside]
posted by mangoprawn at 10:00 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by mangoprawn at 10:00 AM PST - 6 comments
small hot tub that runs quietly?
I want to put a hot tub on my townhouse patio. To have any chance of getting the HOA's ok for this (and to be a decent neighbor,) I will need to show that the hot tub's machinery won't be noisy. Does anyone have a hot tub that runs quietly (the smaller, the cheaper the better -- portable is preferable) that you'd recommend?
Finding each other sans cell phones in CDG
Please help me find the perfect place to meet up with my mother in Paris's Charles De Gaulle airport, specifically in or around the TGV Railroad station there. [more inside]
posted by egeanin at 9:29 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by egeanin at 9:29 AM PST - 7 comments
And guest?
How do I RSVP to this wedding shower? [more inside]
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 9:24 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 9:24 AM PST - 10 comments
Touch of class in New Orleans
After dining at Commander's Palace in New Orleans next Friday, what's a classy bar that we could visit? Bonus points for gorgeous wood bars, good cocktails, and minimal crowds.
What's wrong with this leaf/tree?
How to get curtains for a large odd window arrangement
Are there like curtain engineers or something? My house has a very tall vaulted ceiling with windows going all the way up and in the late afternoon the room is completely not usable because of sun. [more inside]
posted by cmm at 8:53 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by cmm at 8:53 AM PST - 14 comments
I need love.
How do I adjust to not needing affection and validation all the time? [more inside]
Should I Panic Filter: Maybe I doubled up, maybe I didn't.
YANMD, but you might be a pharmacist: How bad is it if I may have accidentally taken twice my normal daily dose of Verapamil? Do I need to worry? [more inside]
How to write a thank you card in spanish?
Spanish Translation: Help me thank my awesome neighbors! [more inside]
posted by julie_of_the_jungle at 8:30 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by julie_of_the_jungle at 8:30 AM PST - 6 comments
My doctor is leaving me. Should I follow?
My doctor is leaving me. Should I follow? [more inside]
posted by lpsguy at 8:20 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by lpsguy at 8:20 AM PST - 21 comments
iPod Touch/iPhone guitar/mandolin tuner app recommendations.
iPod Touch/iPhone guitar/mandolin tuner app recommendations, please. [more inside]
posted by Alvy Ampersand at 8:05 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Alvy Ampersand at 8:05 AM PST - 9 comments
Critical Mass, city-riding, here I come.
What to expect for my first Critical Mass? First real city ride in general. [more inside]
posted by stormygrey at 8:01 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by stormygrey at 8:01 AM PST - 21 comments
Display multiple Google Tasks lists at once?
Gmail/Todolist filter: Is there a way to have Gmail display multiple (collapsed or expanded) tasks lists at once? [more inside]
Deep Woods Ill Communication
Recommendations for walkie talkies/two-way radios for hiking? [more inside]
posted by cinemafiend at 7:24 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by cinemafiend at 7:24 AM PST - 4 comments
Which WiFi-enabled Digital Photo Frame?
I'm looking for a digital photograph frame for my parents that will connect to their WiFi network and which I can upload photographs to. [more inside]
Dad Life, Swagger Wagon and ???
I recently discovered a couple of videos (Dad Life and Swagger Wagon) that are hilarious to me, being the quintessential suburban drone that I am. Can anyone recommend similar stuff to me? [more inside]
I'm drooling just writing this post
BostonCookiesFilter: I once had the most amazing cookies ever from some bakery/pastry shop/cookie place in Boston. Can you help me find them?? [more inside]
iTunes Connect bank: which routing number / code?
My iPad app has been approved, but my contract is still pending in iTunes Connect. Status is "Pending Bank" for a week and more. I'm wondering if I'm supplying wrong bank info for routing number / SWIFT code. What to do? [more inside]
posted by shortfuse at 6:38 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by shortfuse at 6:38 AM PST - 3 comments
I'm lost and can't find my way home!
We are having trouble entering our home address into our Magellan GPS Unit. [more inside]
What makes a motorcycle friendly for beginners?
What makes a motorcycle friendly for beginners? [more inside]
Should I let a bad paper with my name on it be presented at an academic conference?
How concerned should I be about a mediocre paper I co-wrote being presented at a conference (by a classmate I despise and distrust)? [more inside]
posted by naoko at 5:42 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by naoko at 5:42 AM PST - 17 comments
Knowledgebase recommendations
Knowledgebase software recommendations needed - what software are you using to maintain a knowledgebase for your customers? [more inside]
posted by ralan at 5:35 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by ralan at 5:35 AM PST - 3 comments
Most influential short stories and novels in terms of style since 1950?
Which novels and short stories, from any genre, since WWII, have been the most influential on prose style in "literary fiction"?
Searching for the right Winter Coat...
I'm about 5'4'' - 5'5'' and want to buy the right length coat. [more inside]
"Halo is like, 8 million Pongs"; help me find something to illustrate how far computers have come.
"Halo is like, 8 million Pongs"; help me find something to illustrate how far computers have come. [more inside]
posted by His thoughts were red thoughts at 4:26 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by His thoughts were red thoughts at 4:26 AM PST - 26 comments
Search by lyrics in Mac iTunes
Is there a program that will automatically add lyrics to my MP3 files, and/or let me search by lyric, in iTunes for Mac? [more inside]
Do you trust internet review sites?
Which review sites you trust best? Homemade looking ones or professional looking ones? [more inside]
posted by madeinitaly at 2:46 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by madeinitaly at 2:46 AM PST - 26 comments
Infectious hallucinations?
What would be the best way to create an infective agent that caused hallucinations? I was thinking a virus that modifed serotonin to psilocin - but how exactly would this take place in the cell, and how would a hypothetical virus catalyse that process? Is it realistic for a modern virology lab to design such a virus? I considered a bacterial vector, but I figure that bacterial infection of the CNS would probably just straight-up kill you due to the host response? Perhaps a bacterial species that just hangs out in your gut and squirts out psilocin that it synthesises itself, rather than having to methylate free serotonin? I know a fair bit of biochemistry but not much at all about microbiology, if that helps guide your explanations.
posted by nicolas léonard sadi carnot at 2:45 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by nicolas léonard sadi carnot at 2:45 AM PST - 19 comments
Is it okay to surprise my best friend at the airport?
Would it be inappropriate to surprise your best friend at the airport who has been on a long international flight?
She'll be arriving alone in Abu Dhabi from Toronto this evening. We haven't seen each other in about five months. See further details below: [more inside]
posted by thatgirl1985 at 2:31 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by thatgirl1985 at 2:31 AM PST - 19 comments
$1K Windows Gaming Computer
What is a good choice for a reliable light gaming computer for $1000? [more inside]
Of cakes and counts
I run an online cake contest (link in profile) with a judging panel. Is my scoring methodology the most efficient/accurate? [more inside]
posted by disillusioned at 2:02 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by disillusioned at 2:02 AM PST - 2 comments
August 25
Popcap Science Game
There used to be a game, I think made by Popcap. It was all sciencey and you matched colored elements together to get a high score. It was Bookworm era. Anyone know the name of that game?
posted by Catarax at 10:37 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Catarax at 10:37 PM PST - 4 comments
Looking for Yama.
Help me find a shrine for Yama in Tokyo. [more inside]
posted by tracert at 10:09 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by tracert at 10:09 PM PST - 9 comments
Professional videochat site
I'm doing a kickstarter art project in which I paint portraits over videochat.
I've been testing and demoing primarily with Google Hangouts, which allows mute observers, but I'd really like to be able to have a permanent address at which I can meet subjects and observers. I need to be able to allow multiple users in, but have all but two as observers, or at least the ability to focus on one user. It also would help if you didn't necessarily need to have a google+ account, or a skype or an AIM account, or any particular OS or browser, beyond having a webcam and mic. It should also be free to use, although I might be willing to pay a little to keep the url permanent. The ability to record would be a plus, but I can always use a screencap program to do that. Does anyone know if there's a good client or site that fulfills these needs, that's a little classier than camwhoring? Any experience with tinychat - would it work? Or would you be up for developing something?
help my neck feel better!
Sore neck, shoulder and arm from slouching in front of my computer. Any tips on making myself feel better? [more inside]
How would I go about building a dual 12 inch Sub enclosure with deep heavy hitting Bass ?
How would I go about building a dual 12 inch Sub enclosure with deep heavy hitting Bass ? [more inside]
Help be burn my blazer and buy some new duds
Where can I find clothes suitable for business that are not the usual blazer or suit? [more inside]
I'm ready. And you're ready. It's my job! To freeze you!
My friends and I are raising the cash and surprise-preserving our friend's decrepit chihuahua who will (most likely) be put to sleep soon. Help me find the best facility or company to freeze-dry/preserve my friend's dog. [more inside]
posted by kumazemi at 9:06 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by kumazemi at 9:06 PM PST - 31 comments
How do I get the rights to make a play into a film?
I want to turn a short play into a short film. If completed, it'll be a low-budget affair seen at a few festivals and hopefully online; the play was first performed in 1990 and the playwright is still alive. How do I go about getting the rights to film his play, or see if I can even think about affording it?
posted by BoringPostcards at 8:32 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by BoringPostcards at 8:32 PM PST - 3 comments
Please help me understand contemporary dubstep culture!
I would like some information about the current state of dubstep. [more inside]
posted by Frobenius Twist at 8:03 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Frobenius Twist at 8:03 PM PST - 13 comments
How to Maximize My Chances for a Job a Year From Now
My wife will begin school in Boston in the Fall of 2012. I've got a great job in Chicago right now. What's my best bet for keeping this job as long as possible, while locking in a new job in Boston for when we move? [more inside]
Course proposals and other things that go bump in the night.
Have gotten invited to be part of an academic research center. Will you tell me if I should approach them with the biggest proposal I would complete in three years? [more inside]
How long must I wait?
Is it reasonable for it to take over a week for my doctor's office to get back to me about an MRI? [more inside]
Corporate Trademark Registration
How difficult is it to register a corporate name for trademark purposes? We are just reviewing the Government USPTO "trademark electronic application system" TEAS and they recommend hiring an attorney to assist.
Is this necessary or is it really possible for a common person like myself to navigate through this whole process. I am really leary about hiring a Lawyer as I have had a bad experience in another situation for a patent where I was charged lots (more than 5k of money for forms and little real contribution).
posted by kmurray24 at 7:11 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by kmurray24 at 7:11 PM PST - 10 comments
She liked the movie Constantine, but to me John Constantine is late eighties Sting.
Recently introduced my generally-not-graphic-novel-reading sweet babboo to Sandman and she was quite taken with it. I suggested she might also like Hellblazer, but I have read so little of the series I wouldn't know where she should start if she wanted to pick up a collection or two. Suggestions?
Bonus if you help me get into Swamp Thing from the Moore years, [more inside]
Time to put on the big girl panties.
Ladies undergarments filter: I want to invest in good quality lady's undies that are not too frilly but also well made and will be comfortable. Do these exist? [more inside]
posted by Leezie at 7:00 PM PST - 47 comments
posted by Leezie at 7:00 PM PST - 47 comments
What is this painless bump on my lip?
I have a painless bump on inside of lip? It has no head, it's not discolored, and is not filled with any kind of fluid. What IS it? [more inside]
Earliest check in at London Heathrow?
I'm on a 6.25am flight - London to Frankfurt on BMI. When should I get to Heathrow to check in? 2 hours before, as asked, even that early in the morning? Ow ow ow.
Shave your beards already
It's no longer the 1950s out there. Why are celebrities as obsessed as politicians with managing their public family lives? [more inside]
posted by Countess Elena at 5:53 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by Countess Elena at 5:53 PM PST - 25 comments
Waiting by the phone...for my landlord?
How do I keep my sanity while waiting for a phone call from my maybe future landlord about whether or not I get to rent her house? [more inside]
posted by Marinara at 5:52 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Marinara at 5:52 PM PST - 4 comments
Name this book...again
Yet another name-that-SF-book-question [more inside]
posted by sarahkeebs at 5:45 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by sarahkeebs at 5:45 PM PST - 3 comments
I don't need help quitting smoking, but I have actors who need to look like cigarette fiends.
I need recommendations for an e-cigarette to use as a prop. Details inside. [more inside]
Where to keep quilts when not in use?
What do you do with your heavy quilts or coverlets at night when its too hot to use them? I'm looking for alternatives to my current tactic of leaving them piled on the floor. [more inside]
posted by gilsonal at 5:05 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by gilsonal at 5:05 PM PST - 21 comments
Connect Damn You
Issues connecting to a wireless network. I have one particular laptop that cannot connect to a specific Wireless network. [more inside]
CPA / Accountant / Lawyer with Tax please!
Accounting/Law Filter - How to study Tax Law? and other accounting courses? [more inside]
posted by iNfo.Pump at 4:32 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by iNfo.Pump at 4:32 PM PST - 1 comment
Where can I get the body workout without the soul workout?
Where in NYC/Brooklyn can I find a beginners' yoga class that isn't all frou-frou chakra namaste blahdeeblah? [more inside]
posted by greta simone at 4:27 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by greta simone at 4:27 PM PST - 14 comments
Where's were now?
Are there any other modern examples of "were" from the old english meaning "man" apart from "virility" and "werewolf"? [more inside]
Pissed off owners?
Housesitting a stinky house... How to deal with the owners? [more inside]
Glass stuck in mug
Drinking glass stuck in coffee mug and won't come out. Help! [more inside]
posted by Cash4Lead at 3:54 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Cash4Lead at 3:54 PM PST - 16 comments
Motivation-Free Vegetarian Meals
Would you suggest some motivation-free vegetarian meals? [more inside]
posted by hoyland at 3:48 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by hoyland at 3:48 PM PST - 16 comments
Hit Me
Please give guidance on indoor/outdoor punching bag [more inside]
Help me find a structured jacket!
So, I watch TLC's What Not to Wear quite often and they always recommend wearing a structured jacket even with casual wear. I'd like to try it, but it's more difficult than it seems. First, I really don't want to pay more than $100 and a lot of the jackets I see online are more than that. Also, I'm an attorney and I do have a lot of suit jackets, but somehow wearing a suit jacket with jeans seems wrong. Like the suit jacket is too formal for jeans. So any advice about finding a relatively inexpensive casual structured jacket would be appreciated. Or if you successfully wear a suit jacket with casual wear let me know about that too. I am female, mid-thirties, and a size 10 or 12.
Silence is golden. Or is it?
I'm the (frustrated) aunt of two children who don't obey. How do I gently tell my perfectionist sister that her "discipline" is not working? [more inside]
posted by Falwless at 3:17 PM PST - 54 comments
posted by Falwless at 3:17 PM PST - 54 comments
I'm inflexible regarding timing of acquisition of a flexible nib pen.
Where can I buy a Noodler's flex nib fountain pen now? [more inside]
Where in the USA do I get a small run of circuit boards made?
I'm in the USA and need to make a small run of circuit boards for a project that will most likely save my bacon, or at least allow me to pay the rent on time. :) [more inside]
posted by luckynerd at 3:04 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by luckynerd at 3:04 PM PST - 13 comments
The yoga studio wanted my picture. I said no thank you.
The yoga studio wanted my picture. I said no thank you. Can you help me sort this out? [more inside]
posted by uhom at 2:24 PM PST - 46 comments
posted by uhom at 2:24 PM PST - 46 comments
FCC approval
How much does it cost to get a cablemodem/router FCC approved? [more inside]
Non-profit organizations in different countries
Are there more non-profit organizations in "capitalist" countries than "socialist" countries? [more inside]
Would I be trespassing, or just taking care of business?
Neighboring house is vacant, lawn unkempt. Would it be bad for me to mow the lawn and trim the hedges? [more inside]
posted by Lokheed at 1:34 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by Lokheed at 1:34 PM PST - 29 comments
Landlord stealing security deposit - how can I get it back?
Owner of vacation rental not returning security deposit so what are my options. [more inside]
posted by zeoslap at 1:17 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by zeoslap at 1:17 PM PST - 12 comments
Tell you what I am gonna do for you
Name that scam: NYC high-def camera lens edition. [more inside]
posted by Iteki at 12:49 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by Iteki at 12:49 PM PST - 22 comments
Help me find a place to sit.
Can anyone ID this chair? [more inside]
"Insanity is doing the same thing repeatedly, and expecting different results every time."
How does one remain determined and confident in the face of repeated failure? Need help retaining my "original mind". [more inside]
When to have Baby #2?
When to have Baby #2? (Welcome to my personal/professional snowglobe.) [more inside]
Organized Activities in Florence, Italy?
My family is traveling to Florence in October. This is not our first Florentine rodeo, so to speak - we've done a lot of sightseeing and exploring on past visits. This time, we thought it might be fun to delve a little deeper and take a class (cooking?), workshop, special organized tour, etc. Four adults, fairly foodie, up for anything that isn't too physically strenuous. Any MeFi "Been There Done That" recommendations?
posted by nkknkk at 12:21 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by nkknkk at 12:21 PM PST - 4 comments
Therapist recommendations in Alexandria, VA?
Can you recommend a therapist (Cognitive-Behavioral) in Alexandria, VA? I suffer from agoraphobia, so distance is an important factor.
How can I make a printable map with points and labels?
How can I make a printable map with about 2 dozen points clearly labeled? [more inside]
Trying to track a British comic strip from late 50s/early 60s
My "Rosebud" moment. I have dim memories of British childhood comics (50s/60s) which would seem surreal/acid influenced today. Elements I can remember are some (all?) stories being set in caves/caverns with large wasp-like flying predators and candy cane sweets hanging from the walls. The central characters were definitely not human, i.e. they were cartoonish. Can anyone suggest things to help me look on google or more information? [more inside]
Best driver's education video we can watch online?
1. Best driver's education video we can watch online? 2. In one sentence - single most important thing you learned in driver education class? [more inside]
My trip to see my favorite band sucks
I planned a trip to NYC and now I don't want to go. Should I go anyway? Many details inside. [more inside]
posted by cereselle at 12:01 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by cereselle at 12:01 PM PST - 12 comments
Online resources for SharePoint 2010 Analytics?
Any good online resources for SharePoint 2010 Analytics? [more inside]
Everything But Light?
Looking at star Swift J1644+57 being eaten by a black hole, NASA animation shows jets of energy shooting out. I thought nothing could escape a black hole, not any form of energy . So how and where are the relativistic bursts of gamma and xrays going
posted by CollectiveMind at 11:41 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by CollectiveMind at 11:41 AM PST - 12 comments
Who Don't I know About?
Help me make the most of my Spotify mobile account! I need some recommendations along these lines: Melodic or moody rock, with an epic feel and poetic lyrics, along the lines of Angels and Airwaves and 30 Seconds to Mars. [more inside]
posted by The Deej at 11:28 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by The Deej at 11:28 AM PST - 11 comments
Sister (joists) are doing it for themselves
How hard is it to "sister" floor joists or is it something a reasonably skilled home handy man/woman could do without breaking the bank? [more inside]
posted by wwax at 11:27 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by wwax at 11:27 AM PST - 6 comments
Please help me find this video
1. Is this real (picture of a man making his french bulldog "wave" at the camera behind Wolf Blitzer on CNN)?
2. Can you help me find the video?
posted by 2bucksplus at 11:26 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by 2bucksplus at 11:26 AM PST - 2 comments
How should I reschedule my flight around Hurricane Irene?
IreneFilter: help me reschedule my air travel plans from DC to Reno on Sunday morning. [more inside]
posted by awesomebrad at 11:25 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by awesomebrad at 11:25 AM PST - 7 comments
Nervous for a first date after red flag, please hope me!
Got a first date tomorrow. Yay! Red flag came up in first phone conversation last night. Boo! New to online dating, and dating in general really. Tips? [more inside]
Seven Deadly Sins/Heavenly Virtues
Looking for personifications of the Seven Deadly Sins or the Seven Heavenly Virtues in television/film, visual arts, literature, etc. [more inside]
Where to move for a job in west/central NJ?
Moving from Seattle to west/central NJ. Where should we live? [more inside]
Stupidity or self esteem?
He says it's poor memory and stupidity. I say it's low self esteem and insecurity. How to tell? [more inside]
I need a non-ugly desk chair.
I practically live at my desk. Where can I find a simple yet comfortable desk chair that looks good too? Probably black. Preferably armless. Under $200. Recommendations PLEASE! [more inside]
how do i solve this convoluted problem?
physical health & mental health, 'secret' boyfriend, and my family... what do i do? [more inside]
posted by zazie at 10:31 AM PST - 41 comments
posted by zazie at 10:31 AM PST - 41 comments
How do I find focus in deciding a career?
I cannot concentrate on one single career to follow. Is this a by-product of too much information, or not knowing who I am and what my abilities are? [more inside]
posted by raintree at 10:18 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by raintree at 10:18 AM PST - 13 comments
Why do act this way with my sister?
Why do feel so negative towards my sister at times? [more inside]
Name that Sci-fi Novel: Time Travelling Russians + Advanced Human Intelligences
Trying to remember the name of a sci-fi novel that involved time travelers. I *seem* to remember there was an organization dedicated to keeping the space-time continuum in order, and that organization consulted with human intelligences along the timeline, including vastly advanced human intelligences that basically weren't human anymore. [more inside]
posted by audiodidactic at 9:46 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by audiodidactic at 9:46 AM PST - 10 comments
Where should I look for a simple nice man's wedding ring?
After ten years of constantly losing my wedding ring for hours to days, I think it's finally gone, so I need to get a new one. I want simple, unadorned hoop of some non-reactive metal (platinum?), but the real question is: where is the best place to get a no-nonsense ring at a good price? Local jeweler? Online? Anything but a mall Zales outlet?
posted by mathowie at 9:36 AM PST - 48 comments
posted by mathowie at 9:36 AM PST - 48 comments
How can I get my dog to stop snapping when she thinks her treasures are being taken by another dog?
Does anyone have tips for dealing with dog-dog resource guarding? [more inside]
Do any UK car insurers take US driving experience into account?
Do any UK car insurers take US driving experience into account? [more inside]
Speaking of anxiety...
Speech class anxiety, help! [more inside]
Is consulting for me?
Management consulting for lawyers. Is there any path for early mid-career lawyers (5-10 years out) in management consulting? Is management consulting for me? [more inside]
Straight girl, but scared of boys
I'm a straight female, I think, but I'm terrified of dicks. And for the past few months, I've been wondering if I'm gay, but the thought scares me. (NSFW) [more inside]
Hot movies in powerpoint
Videos in powerpoint - I find that videos in powerpoint cause the computer to run hotter that the same videos in Windows Media Player.
Confirmation bias or is it something else?
Can I salvage squirrel-ravaged peppers?
Can I eat peppers that have been gnawed by squirrels, or will I die of rabies? [more inside]
posted by brina at 8:37 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by brina at 8:37 AM PST - 15 comments
Help Us Go Somewhere Warm!
We have a week off in late February/early March and will be desperate to get out of cold and gloomy Michigan and go somewhere warm for a little while. What's a good destination for us that won't come with a catastrophically expensive ticket? [more inside]
How do I manage all these heavy boxes?
Ideas for packing for a climate controlled storage unit? [more inside]
Good venue for a Brooklyn bachelor party.
[BrooklynFilter] The best man has tasked me with finding a gentlemen's club for my friend's bachelor party. [more inside]
Shape-based transliteration between alphabets?
Is there a name for the practice of transliterating between alphabets, but doing substitutions based purely on shape, not sound? e.g., Я becomes R, З becomes 3, И becomes N... [more inside]
posted by soma lkzx at 7:49 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by soma lkzx at 7:49 AM PST - 6 comments
Beautiful fermatas in pre-1920 classical music?
What are some of the most beautiful fermatas in classical music? Moments where the music stops, hangs - before finally resuming. Looking for pieces that were composed before 1920.
posted by Marquis at 7:41 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Marquis at 7:41 AM PST - 18 comments
Necromancers, please hope me!
We've got two months - help me put together the most badass creepy halloween seance ever! [more inside]
How do I teach myself something when I don't even know what I want to learn?
I think I need to learn about time series analysis. My statistics background is so mediocre that I'm not even sure this is the thing I actually need to learn. How far in over my head am I? [more inside]
posted by ootandaboot at 7:29 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by ootandaboot at 7:29 AM PST - 7 comments
Finishing the Finishing of a Basement
Previous owners of our house began the process of finishing the basement. I'm thinking about completing the job. What should I know? [more inside]
posted by Vectorcon Systems at 7:25 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Vectorcon Systems at 7:25 AM PST - 8 comments
How can I become an archivist?
I think I would like to become an archivist. What sorts of things would I need to do to become one, and what sorts of jobs where are out there for archivists? Are there any hidden traps/unexpected downsides to being an archivist that I should look out for? [more inside]
Help me feed my kid!
What to send as a daycare lunch for a one year old? [more inside]
posted by banjo_and_the_pork at 6:40 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by banjo_and_the_pork at 6:40 AM PST - 18 comments
"Ladies and gentlemen, let's get this over with!"
Seeking the hive mind's advice on best practices for running a comedy open mic. Or, maybe I should call it a Mostly Open Mic. [more inside]
Maybe we'll legally change to Mr. and Mrs. Surname and be done with it.
I'm getting married, and we're discussing the issue of last names. For those of you who didn't opt for the standard lady-takes-guy's-last-name route, how did it affect you? Did you hyphenate? Make a new last name? Just keep your old names? What last names will your kids have? How do you feel about your decision now? [more inside]
posted by zoomorphic at 6:11 AM PST - 111 comments
posted by zoomorphic at 6:11 AM PST - 111 comments
Dear Sophie..
As a father of two little snippers and inspired by a recent advert for Google in which emails are sent to a gmail address detailing a childs life to look back on in future years - how good a way is this to create a multi media archive for posterity? Is it possible to archive entire gmail accounts offline for backup? Concerned that the various external HDs I use to backup will fall apart in the sands of time.
Give me a followup to Rome
Looking for follow-up TV series and movies to Rome. [more inside]
Most Time-Efficient Way to Discard Kitty Litter?
Most Time-Efficient Way to Discard Kitty Litter? [more inside]
Shoes that don't pinch my toesies
Help me find mens dress shoes with enough room for my toes. Long explanation inside. [more inside]
To charge or not to charge...
Any advice about restaurant soft openings? [more inside]
posted by slimceagirrl at 3:57 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by slimceagirrl at 3:57 AM PST - 14 comments
Masquerade, pretty faces on parade...
The end of year party for my work has a masquerade theme. What sort of mask can I make that will work with glasses? [more inside]
My parents are being pushed out of their current rental apartment in Northern Virginia and need to locate a new rental by the end of October, but their circumstances are challenging and I need advice on how best to assist them.
My parents are in their 70s and are on a fixed income– a fairly low fixed income– and were forced to declare bankruptcy last year due to significant medical bills. These medical issues also made it difficult for them to maintain their household, resulting in an accumulation of dirt and debris that has forced their current rental complex to issue a polite but firm eviction notice. I am attempting to relocate them much closer to me so that my family and I can provide regular assistance to them, both financial and day-to-day, but they've already been rejected by two rather modest rental complexes (including one at which they previously lived for 25 years). To complicate matters, my mother is in a wheelchair and needs an apartment with few or no barriers (stairs, hills, etc.). Moving them into my home is not an option for a variety of reasons. I'm trying to locate a rental apartment somewhere in Northern Virginia and at this point would take anything. Can anyone tell me where to turn?
posted by Jamesonian at 3:16 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Jamesonian at 3:16 AM PST - 12 comments
Injured in Florence and need crutches
Knee injury in Florence, Italy. Need crutches. [more inside]
posted by AMWKE1984 at 2:41 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by AMWKE1984 at 2:41 AM PST - 6 comments
The last goodbye - what are the greatest goodbye scenes of all time?
The greatest goodbyes - I'm looking for great film goodbye scenes. Help me collect them all! [more inside]
August 24
How do I plan & embark on a RTW trip as an HIV+ gay man?
How do I plan & embark on a RTW trip as an HIV+ man?
I'm about to turn 25 and thanks to healthcare legislation I've been given a small window of time to travel unencumbered by the fear of loosing health insurance. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 11:57 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by anonymous at 11:57 PM PST - 6 comments
Where do we go to 'get away from it all'?
Perfect beach getaway for a couple in early October? [more inside]
Looking for the perfect LSAT watch.
I'm searching for the perfect LSAT watch. Does anyone know of a purely analog watch with vibrating alarm function and rotating bezel? [more inside]
posted by melancholyplay at 9:38 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by melancholyplay at 9:38 PM PST - 14 comments
Whither a space opera wilt not wither?
What's the best venue to submit a politically tinged left-leaning science-fiction short story? [more inside]
posted by Slap*Happy at 8:35 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Slap*Happy at 8:35 PM PST - 15 comments
Office pool ideas for Rugby Wold Cup
Our workplace is considering an office pool for the upcoming Rugby World Cup. Looking for suggestions for formats. [more inside]
Which hybrid car advertisement is this?
Help me find this hybrid car commercial. It's from the past five years, and features flowers that pop up as the car drives along. [more inside]
posted by smangosbubbles at 8:26 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by smangosbubbles at 8:26 PM PST - 3 comments
Why are round the world tickets so complicated??
How do you plan a round the world ticket for one year of travel? And what the heck counts as a "segment"? [more inside]
Mystery Plant?
A friend sent this picture of a strange plant that he is trying to identify. He found it growing at his campsite almost underneath a tent that he had left up. He has asked a lot of people if they know what it is and no one has identified it yet. The closest anyone has come up with is that it might possibly belong to the same family..Monotropaceae.. as Indian Pipe. He said that it grew in relative darkness under the edge of the tent, probably had next to no water, and sprouted during the heat of August. The location is near Julian, CA about an hour's drive from San Diego, and the tent site is in a tree-shaded canyon high in the Cuyamaca Mountians at 4000 ft. Any ideas?
posted by archaic at 7:41 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by archaic at 7:41 PM PST - 6 comments
I don't want to be fired for looking at my facebook.
Internship filter: I've recently started a several-month internship. There is really no work for me yet-- I've been told that in the next few weeks, it will pick up, but as of now I'm basically being given busy-work that doesn't need to be done. How can I deal with this situation? Can I leave for a better job? [more inside]
posted by lockstitch at 7:40 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by lockstitch at 7:40 PM PST - 20 comments
Dealing with a fallen tree
Ontario StormFilter. Neighbour's tree came down causing property damage to us. What next? [more inside]
What are the best/best value computer speakers going right now?
What are the best/best value computer speakers going right now? Maybe "semi-portable" ones? [more inside]
posted by skwt at 7:16 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by skwt at 7:16 PM PST - 5 comments
There's a lot of Kevin Smith interviews... I need a specific one
LazywebFilter. I'm looking for a recent, and specific interview with Kevin Smith wherein he talks about how he kept saying he wanted to be a filmmaker, and his decision to actually make a movie. [more inside]
posted by SansPoint at 7:09 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by SansPoint at 7:09 PM PST - 7 comments
I never thought I'd yearn for Aunt Flo so much...
Due to stress, my period has disappeared. I'm caught in seemingly neverending PMS. Is there any way I can summon my period back? Or at least mitigate the symptoms of fatigue, hunger and feeling so emotional? [more inside]
Home/mortgage shopping: Any recommendations ofr "Title Examination/Closing Agent" or title insurance provider?
Bank wants us to specify title examination/closing agent and title insurer along with our mortgage pre-qualification app. The bank will kindly provide these if we have no preference - do we have a preference? Any recommendations? This is in Durham/Chapel Hill/Raleigh NC USA. Application form is due tomorrow, along with this information. [more inside]
I am depressed and need some help, but don't tell my clients.
Having a depressive episode. It's affecting my work. I am seeking professional help. How do I handle my own lack of productivity and responsiveness at work? Complication: I am a lawyer in a solo practice (just me, no secretary, no paralegal, no nothing). [more inside]
The Mother of All Whole Oat Groats Questions
F@cking Oat Groats! How do they work? [more inside]
Sci-fi short story with giant blobs on jungle planet?
Yet another sci-fi short story identification... this one about a jungle planet inhabited by giant destructive protoplasms. But it's *not* "Parasite Planet". [more inside]
posted by j.edwards at 6:04 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by j.edwards at 6:04 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me pick a word processor too!
Another "What program should I use for writing in the humanities" question. I'm considering Mellel + Bookends, Scrivener, LyX, or just keeping my LaTeX, which I know is weird because I'm writing in the humanities. [more inside]
How long does fresh salsa keep
Homemade salsa with vinegar in it - how long will it keep? [more inside]
How to get 7 on Digital TV?
I have a Digital Set Top Box I bought from Dick Smith. It picks up all the digital channels except for 7, 7Two, and 7Mate. I've tried rescanning, and it just says 'program unavailable'. I live in the center of Sydney, and my reception is usually fine. Is there any way I can get these stations?
posted by Lovecraft In Brooklyn at 5:22 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Lovecraft In Brooklyn at 5:22 PM PST - 7 comments
How often does your dog pee?
Dog needs to pee: I need a solution so I can leave my house for more than 6-7 hours. [more inside]
posted by 1awesomeguy at 5:13 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by 1awesomeguy at 5:13 PM PST - 21 comments
Getting to Toronto from New York on a Saturday morning
Alternative routes to Toronto for the Buskerfest. I'm in New York, I want to leave here early on Saturday morning. The trains are booked, the coaches take 13 hours and the planes are far too expensive. Can I get a train to somewhere else that's not too ridiculous, where I can change to get to Toronto? The Amtrak lady wasn't very helpful on the phone.
Is my only hope a late bus (or late train) on Friday night? :(
posted by omnigut at 5:09 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by omnigut at 5:09 PM PST - 11 comments
Should I take this job just to be able to have a job with the Federal government?
I'm interviewing for a job with the Federal government that is far below the qualifications I have. What to do if I get an offer? [more inside]
out of site, out of mind
Is there a program that will let me keep a bunch of windows open but pushed out of sight, so I can work with a relatively blank taskbar but not have to re-open everything when I'm done working? [more inside]
How can I maximize my recovery from laproscopic sugrery?
How can I maximize my recovery from laproscopic surgery? [more inside]
How do I communicate with a person in HR who's been a bit misleading?
How do I deal with H.R.-related courtesy shenanigans? Are these even shenanigans? I'm not very experienced with H.R. departments, so I've come to you, oh hive mind. [more inside]
I need delicious syrupy goodness
I am in Oakland. This weekend, for brunch, I want a delicious waffle with good syrup and fresh fruit and whipped cream. Help me find one? [more inside]
posted by brainmouse at 3:52 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by brainmouse at 3:52 PM PST - 13 comments
What is great and useful windows 7 software?
I'm a new windows user. Recommend awesome software for me to try. [more inside]
Recommend books and films with a medieval setting.
Help me find books and films with a medieval setting. [more inside]
How do I find the will to live again?
What is the best advice you've ever received after a painful break-up? [more inside]
posted by twinA at 2:19 PM PST - 84 comments
posted by twinA at 2:19 PM PST - 84 comments
maybe i should just get a vcr
i recently sold my wii and need to replace it with something i can watch netflix (and stuff) with. recommendations? technology overload. [more inside]
posted by crankyrogalsky at 2:17 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by crankyrogalsky at 2:17 PM PST - 33 comments
Merit badges for grown ups?
I was a Boy Scout as a youth. What similar opportunities – for personal, skill, and leadership development – are there for adults? [more inside]
posted by Picklegnome at 2:08 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Picklegnome at 2:08 PM PST - 17 comments
Ringworm?! Are you flipping kidding me?!
Talk to me about ringworm -- our cat has it. This is a first for me. [more inside]
Need support cutting down on pot and booze withou giving them up altogether.
I'd like to halt my unhealthy (for me) pot and alcohol habit without completely swearing off either substance. Is this do-able? Are there books or Portland, Ore., groups that can help me with this? How can I stick with this plan when all of the people I'm closest too are daily users of one substance or the other? [more inside]
with a friend like this...
My friend wrote something shitty about our friendship in a major publication! How can I rationalize the fact that the friendship is over and stop feeling sorry for myself about it? [more inside]
short story about a composer, a marine biologist and middle C
Jiminy cricket!
Jiminy cricket! - a friendly cricket is stuck inside an apartment and keeping me awake- how can I catch it? [more inside]
posted by snowysoul at 1:55 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by snowysoul at 1:55 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me get out of Windows boot loop purgatory
Why is Windows 7 rebooting during boot? [more inside]
posted by qxntpqbbbqxl at 1:28 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by qxntpqbbbqxl at 1:28 PM PST - 7 comments
sseeking help
Can you tell me how to get an .ss (South Sudan) domain name? Do you have any experiences getting one? [more inside]
posted by about_time at 1:27 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by about_time at 1:27 PM PST - 2 comments
Deposits and decreased value
TX landlord filter. Can I charge against a deposit for decreased lifespan of carpet when I'm not actually replacing the carpet yet? [more inside]
posted by cmoj at 1:26 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by cmoj at 1:26 PM PST - 3 comments
EH ?
Wang Liao ? In the middle of the Sahara ? I think we should be told ! [more inside]
posted by sgt.serenity at 1:26 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by sgt.serenity at 1:26 PM PST - 7 comments
Installation of combination light switch outlet
I have a former light switch that I want to convert to a combination plate where the switch toggles power to the accompanying outlet. However, there are some details that leave me uncertain whether or not this can be accomplished without a certified electrician. [more inside]
posted by CancerMan at 1:19 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by CancerMan at 1:19 PM PST - 8 comments
When will I get a break?
How should I deal with job search depression? [more inside]
Can has physical coordination?
How can I train myself to become less of a clumsy oaf and more physically coordinated? [more inside]
Panoramic maps of Los Angeles
I'm trying to find samples or collections of Los Angeles "panoramic" or promotional maps. Not birds eye view maps, but one's that tend to be from an angle, often with exaggerated features. [more inside]
Good custom lapel pin maker in Manhattan?
Does anyone know a good place to have a custom lapel pin made in Manhattan? [more inside]
As we have a short life.. we have limited resources
Getting over the fear of committing time and money into a relationship if we aren't promised it will stand the test of time? [more inside]
Do GPS blockers work?
GPS blocker devices are widely sold. Do they really work? [more inside]
Looking for software that saves copies of mp3s with new ID tags.
Please point me to software (hopefully free, but not necessarily), that will allow me to turn out an mp3-"mixtape." In other words, something that churns out copies of mp3s that are all tagged with the same "Album" name, but keep their unique artist and song tags. [more inside]
Tarzan graphic novel.
Help me find this Tarzan graphic novel. Degree Of Difficulty: I can't remember the date of release, the name of it nor the author's name. [more inside]
posted by NoMich at 12:16 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by NoMich at 12:16 PM PST - 3 comments
How can a good writer establish a basic online writing career?
What's the next step in online freelance writing beyond sites like Textbroker.com? A friend wants to quit his retail job in order to write about 20-30 hours a week while going to school. [more inside]
posted by pekala at 11:47 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by pekala at 11:47 AM PST - 5 comments
I may be a dream-killer, even if it's better for our family
My husband is about to get offered his dream job, close to his family. I don't want him to take it. [more inside]
Should I drink?
I'm a male student in my early 20's. I've never had a drink of anything, but now I'm coming off of the medication (for a physical illness) that was stopping me. My mom's family is full of alcoholics, and I have some hints of addictive tendencies myself. I'd like to start drinking. Should I? [more inside]
Communicating with difficult people. Sigh.
How do I keep a conversation open and moving forward when the other person tends to shut down? [more inside]
posted by angab at 11:41 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by angab at 11:41 AM PST - 16 comments
Addicted to My Couch!
How do I best make sense in buying a car?
My current vehicle is in it's death throes. This is my first time buying a car. How can I minimize my debt load and ensure I am making intelligent decisions throughout the purchase? I'm in America... [more inside]
posted by Giggilituffin at 11:30 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Giggilituffin at 11:30 AM PST - 13 comments
Identify this fabric
Do you recognize this fabric? [more inside]
Etiquette Filter: Hosting a kindergarten birthday party.
Etiquette Filter: Hosting a kindergarten birthday party. [more inside]
Owie itchie hot hot hot
What kind of chain should I get for my pendant to minimize irritation to my sensitive skin? [more inside]
Help me pick out a bicycle
I want a bicycle for fitness and a biathlon here and there. I don't want to spend a ton of money on a casual hobby but I don't want a bike that only lasts a season. What type/brand of bike should I buy or what should I look for in a bike for this purpose? [more inside]
Mad Magazine for children?
What are some magazines like Mad that are suitable for an eight-year-old? [more inside]
posted by The corpse in the library at 10:07 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by The corpse in the library at 10:07 AM PST - 15 comments
Looking for good PC gaming headphones
What are some good PC gaming headphones in the $50-75 range (and available in Canada)? [more inside]
posted by Nelsormensch at 9:57 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Nelsormensch at 9:57 AM PST - 4 comments
Should I get rid of my password?
I have Prey installed on my MacBook Pro to assist with tracking my laptop if it's ever stolen. My question is... should I still have a password? If I want the best chance of finding the laptop, wouldn't I want the thief to USE it and log onto a WiFi network to assist with locating it? [more inside]
posted by smitt at 9:39 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by smitt at 9:39 AM PST - 15 comments
Out going yet Socially Awkward around romantic interests.
How screwed am I?
I am a US citizen who has been living and working in Canada for the past 10 years. I have not been filing tax returns to the IRS since 2001. [more inside]
posted by happy scrappy at 9:26 AM PST - 45 comments
posted by happy scrappy at 9:26 AM PST - 45 comments
Simple(?) youtube scripting question :: private to unlisted
Looking for a way to automate youtube video uploads as unlisted. [more inside]
LGBT filter: What's the upside?
What's the upside to being LGBT (specifically, the crossdresser part of the T)? [more inside]
Why am I never proud of myself?
I am a generally happy person, however I am never happy/proud about my grades or accomplishments. I frequently beat myself up over them. Why? What can I do to change? [more inside]
Dusting Off the Ol' Slide Rule
What are the best math instructional sites, resources and (especially) tools for graphing and math visualization these days? [more inside]
posted by richyoung at 8:55 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by richyoung at 8:55 AM PST - 10 comments
Just Gmail
Can I have my Gmail (Google App account) logged in without Google signing me to every service and tracking my every move? [more inside]
posted by nam3d at 8:53 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by nam3d at 8:53 AM PST - 5 comments
I'm getting steamy!
Make three webservices play nice.
I have a website with the domain registered via namecheap, and the hosting via NearlyFreeSpeech. The setup works fine for static content, but I'd like to get a tumblr blog that can be reached via my domain. Is this possible with this setup, or is the best I can hope for a link from a site hosted online? [more inside]
posted by mccarty.tim at 8:37 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by mccarty.tim at 8:37 AM PST - 9 comments
I need help with an automated script
I need a script that opens a webpage, takes a screenshot, saves it to a file on a network. It has to run every two hours. I've been playing with AutoHotKey but I am not really sure what I'm doing. [more inside]
Lego event for teen youth group?
I'd like to create a fun, team-building event for my synagogue youth group (grades 8-12) revolving around the use of Legos. Any ideas on where to find pre-fab instructions (or a qualified, not-astronomically priced expert) for such an event? This idea was inspired by the Lego Serious Play site, but that seems way to business-speaky to be used out of the box. I'm thinking 90 minutes worth of building, with about 15 teens.
Kittenparty?
Katzenfilter: How can I make the second cat selection process easier on first cat? [more inside]
posted by Kitty Stardust at 8:19 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Kitty Stardust at 8:19 AM PST - 11 comments
What high-paying post-grad degrees/fields pay well? $75k+
What high-paying post-grad degrees/fields pay well? $75k+ [more inside]
posted by jander03 at 8:18 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by jander03 at 8:18 AM PST - 30 comments
Cast Iron Skillet Fish Recipes
I seasoned my new cast-iron skillet! Now I need some recipes for fish to pan-sear or otherwise cook in my cast-iron skillet (stovetop or oven). I've got fish to fry, people! [more inside]
What SEO software would you recommend for a small business?
SEO software suggestions for small businesses? [more inside]
posted by inTikiwetrust at 7:44 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by inTikiwetrust at 7:44 AM PST - 8 comments
Brown well water after earthquake
Our well water is brown after the earthquake -- should I be concerned? [more inside]
posted by tckma at 7:09 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by tckma at 7:09 AM PST - 10 comments
Ideas are more powerful than weapons. If we wouldn't let the enemy have weapons, why should we let him have ideas?
Where can I buy reasonably priced reproductions of these Soviet propaganda posters? [more inside]
Oh no, I see a darkness. Oh no, I see a darkness. Oh no, I see a darkness.
The parents kicked me out for being gay. What can I do now to make sure I stay emotionally healthy, and how do I deal with my complicated feelings surrounding this? Has anyone else been through this? [more inside]
Anything else to be done with this clogged toilet/shower?
What to do with my clogged toilet/shower? [more inside]
Hospital Visits Can Be Fun, Right?
My girlfriend is going to be spending the next week in hospital- nothing too serious, but definitely a little frightening!- and I want to spend a lot of time hanging out with her, looking after her and making a boring time a little bit fun. What are some things we can do to pass the long hours? [more inside]
Solid wood desk that will hide my computer tower
I'm looking for a nice computer desk. But it seems like all of the good ones either assume you have a laptop or iMac or that you want your tower to be on display. I'd like my computer tower hidden away in a cubby with adequate ventilation, the ability to do some cable management, and a door on the front. Does this exist? [more inside]
What is the best way to poke a hole in a leather watch strap?
I have several watches that I wear that all have leather watch straps. With a couple of the watches, my ideal placement for the hole in the strap is actually in between two current holes. What is the best method to create a hole big enough to use? I have tried a sharp turkey skewer to poke a hole in it, and while it pierced the leather, it didn't leave a hole large enough to easily go through every time.
I have thought about a leather punch (which i guess is used for belts?) but that would be way too large. Suggestions?
posted by dbirchum at 5:34 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by dbirchum at 5:34 AM PST - 9 comments
Foreign Earned Income HELP
Need Foreign-Earned Income help:
I'm a Consultant working in Iraq... [more inside]
ISO Denver/Boulder area hiking recommendations
Please recommend a few excellent hikes near Denver/Boulder. [more inside]
I really wish Australia had Radio Shack.
I need a basic landline phone recording lead like this. I might not have enough time to order one online. Can I make one myself? How would I do that? (Bonus question: Where can I buy one in Sydney?) [more inside]
posted by embrangled at 4:48 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by embrangled at 4:48 AM PST - 19 comments
Getting electrician to fix questionable work
We had an electrician do some work on our house, and we're not happy with it. What do I need to ask for to make sure it's fixed properly? [more inside]
Help me make my saw sing.
What songs would sound amazing on a musical saw? [more inside]
Help me find this horror manga
In the early to mid-90s I got a volume of translated horror manga out of the Amherst College library, and I would love to find it again. Sketchy details inside. [more inside]
posted by Lentrohamsanin at 4:03 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Lentrohamsanin at 4:03 AM PST - 8 comments
That's not who you think it is
I'm writing a novel that's based on an event very, very similar to something that actually happened to a real person in my local area. Will I be in trouble if anyone actually reads it? [more inside]
posted by hazyjane at 3:59 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by hazyjane at 3:59 AM PST - 16 comments
safety in mexico city
Travelers of Latin America! Help me understand the current general safety/travel risk in Mexico City relative to other places I know well (Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo Lima, and Tacna/Arica). There's a lot of news about what's going on in the north but I know less about the DF and how it measures up - in statistics or "feeling" - against other areas. Do you know the DF and one of the other areas? What should I know? Mostly, this is to help my mom feel better about the idea of my visiting for 7-10 days. [more inside]
Could it always have looked 13.7 billion years old?
Why does the observed fact that the universe is expanding necessarily imply a Big Bang? [more inside]
posted by flabdablet at 3:34 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by flabdablet at 3:34 AM PST - 16 comments
Help me rewind Audacity when in the middle of recording (please)
I am recording a list of names on Audacity. Usually, when I go wrong, I know I've gone wrong. I'd like to be able to rewind to where I was about to go wrong and re-record over the wrong one, rather than adding a new version of the name after the wrong one then going back later to cut out the mistakes. So the ideal: "Peter, John, Rabbit" [rewinds to end of John] "Robert, Paul ... " and I end up with a tape saying "Peter, John, Robert, Paul ..." rather than "Peter, John, Rabbit, Robert, Paul ..." [more inside]
posted by LyzzyBee at 2:11 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by LyzzyBee at 2:11 AM PST - 2 comments
Thinking on paper?
I urgently need a way to deal with a colleague at work. [more inside]
Single-click Android app for time tracking sought.
Single-click Android app for time tracking sought. [more inside]
posted by therubettes at 1:43 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by therubettes at 1:43 AM PST - 5 comments
Atom Annoying
Is the number of atoms in the universe static (or as near dammit)? [more inside]
posted by liquidindian at 12:26 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by liquidindian at 12:26 AM PST - 10 comments
August 23
Birth Control Filter: I think the pill might be lowering my sex drive. How can I tell and what I can I do about it?
Birth Control Filter: I think the pill might be lowering my sex drive. How can I tell and what I can I do about it? [more inside]
Slang Lingo?
I have a friend who has been looking for a song with a line:
When I was sixteen the American dream was not a thing of the past
He thinks that it was a New Wave song from the early 80s. He's gone through old mix tape liner notes (tapes themselves are long gone) and thinks that it may be "Slang Lingo" by the Puppies but there's virtually no trace of that song on the internet.
posted by The Lamplighter at 10:46 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by The Lamplighter at 10:46 PM PST - 5 comments
Inspiration images for map-based artwork
Can you suggest some inspiration pictures for artwork involving old maps? [more inside]
posted by lollusc at 10:14 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by lollusc at 10:14 PM PST - 9 comments
File sharing from an old Mac to iPhone
I have an old MacBook (purchased in 2007) running OS X 10.4.11. I have a new Verizon iPhone running 4.2.10. Is there a way I can share/send a PDF from my MacBook to my iPhone without Internet? [more inside]
posted by bluedaisy at 10:13 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by bluedaisy at 10:13 PM PST - 11 comments
Finding someone for the job
What I have: a domain name and an idea for a simple website. What I need: someone to update the content a few times a week. [more inside]
Art Supplies Online?
Can anyone recommend decent places to buy art supplies online? [more inside]
posted by zazzles at 9:23 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by zazzles at 9:23 PM PST - 15 comments
What should I prepare for an audition?
who knows some good monologues for men? [more inside]
Is all affiliate tracking software shady and gross?
I'm seeking a recommendation for a non-shady tracking/reporting tool for affiliate sales and ad network performance. [more inside]
Wasn't there a guy keeping track of predictions?
I seem to recall a site run by some guy that noted pundits' and analysts' forecasts. If an analyst said Vista was going to flop, this was the type of site to record that. I think I saw this site mentioned a couple years ago on daring fireball, or perhaps waxy. It definitely had the "claim chowder" vibe.
posted by Monochrome at 9:14 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Monochrome at 9:14 PM PST - 9 comments
I know Pandora wants to make money. Should I give it to them?
Is the Pandora One subscription worth the money? -or- How do I get rid of the ads? [more inside]
posted by JV at 8:50 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by JV at 8:50 PM PST - 15 comments
Who designed this dress?
Who designed the dress Shalom Harlow is wearing in this NSFW picture?
posted by Trurl at 8:47 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Trurl at 8:47 PM PST - 5 comments
There's an awful lot you could tell about a person by their shoes
[Sydney Filter] Where in Sydney can I get my leather shoes repaired/resoled at a reasonable price? [more inside]
posted by vidur at 8:31 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by vidur at 8:31 PM PST - 10 comments
I hate that I'm asking for chick flicks, but I'm asking for chick flicks.
I'm looking for more movies like Amélie. Specifically: cute, quirky, hopeful, and romantic movies that leave you sighing happily at the end and aren't corny. Any recommendations? [more inside]
What is it?
At the corner of 2nd Street NW and H Street NW in Washington, DC, there is a large, rectangular tower painted to look as though it has a window through it with a view of the Capitol. What is it, and why is it there? [more inside]
posted by decathecting at 8:19 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by decathecting at 8:19 PM PST - 3 comments
Quinoa [and not (too?) much else] Bars?
Can you help me devise/do you already have a recipe for healthy YUMMY quinoa energy bars where most of the fat/calories/etc are the contribution of the quinoa? [more inside]
Can I get some suggestions for a high school film club?
Can I get some suggestions for a high school film club? Something novel and new for them, something with creative/gimmicky cinematography and storytelling, something they would not go out and watch on their own, yet something they would still appreciate... [more inside]
posted by Elagabalus at 7:39 PM PST - 53 comments
posted by Elagabalus at 7:39 PM PST - 53 comments
MacBook Pro + Monitor vs. MacBook Air + Monitor
Hello all! I'm headed off to college (second semester) in a short bit and I'm purchasing a new computer. I'd like to buy a 13" MacBook Pro or Air and an external monitor. Good idea or bad idea? [more inside]
Give me movie recommendations where the main character "wants it all". (money, sex, health, etc)
Give me movie recommendations where the main character "wants it all". (money, sex, health, etc) [more inside]
posted by Patrick Leo at 7:00 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by Patrick Leo at 7:00 PM PST - 34 comments
Canadian volunteering in the USA. (When) should I stay and (when) should I go home?
Canadian volunteering in the USA. (When) should I stay and (when) should I go home? [more inside]
When to start job hunting
I am going to quit my job and move back home to Canada with my husband. My targeted quit date is 12/16. When do I start looking for a new job? [more inside]
Name that film -- in isolation
Name that movie filter: Parents have decided to raise their children (at least 2 daughters, maybe a son) in total isolation from the modern world. It's a fairly dark tale, I heard it reviewed on NPR sometime this year, but can't remember the title. Anyone?
posted by arniec at 6:56 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by arniec at 6:56 PM PST - 4 comments
Dealing with roommates?
How do I deal with feeling isolated in my own home? Kind of a long story. [more inside]
Cool audio software for OS X + guitars.
Please recommend generative/reactive audio software for OS X. [more inside]
posted by signal at 6:20 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by signal at 6:20 PM PST - 7 comments
Concrete overlay on existing laminate counter / improving dull cabinets
Please help me remodel my beige/offwhite plastic-looking kitchen ... on a shoestring! [more inside]
Help Human Resources help me
My company's HR department screwed up my application for an internal position. How should I handle it? [more inside]
Does growing up with or without cats really affect how people feel about them as an adult as much as I think it does?
Do most people who grow up without cats hate them? Is it at all common for people who grow up with cats to then hate them as adults? [more inside]
posted by smirkyfodder at 5:15 PM PST - 85 comments
posted by smirkyfodder at 5:15 PM PST - 85 comments
Movies Featuring Successful Women
I'm trying to compile a list of movies about successful women, bonus points for entrepreneurs and business owners. [more inside]
posted by lohmannn at 4:28 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by lohmannn at 4:28 PM PST - 37 comments
Need to replace laminate countertop
Most people want to salvage the laminate, I want the opposite.
I have a bathroom vanity that is 50"x22" with sink. Three sides have tile on them as backsplash.
How do I remove the laminate without wrecking the plywood underneath? I've heard soaking it in tolulene or lacquer thinner or acetone works but wouldn't that soak the wood as well and swell/ruin it (The acetone would evaporate quick though)?
I used to be a floor layer so I'm thinking heat. Would a seam sealing iron work? It's basically a flat rectangular iron that can go from low to very high heat. It's safe to use on underlay so I assume plywood could handle it.
I don't care about salvaging the laminate top. I just need to put a new one on and I heard that sanding and putting laminate on laminate is asking for trouble. Although I have contractor friends that with the owners permission have used liquid sandpaper and put it on existing laminate and have not had problems, 5-10 years on.
posted by penguinkeys at 4:28 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by penguinkeys at 4:28 PM PST - 13 comments
It's probably because I'm delicious
Last weekend in New York State, I got about 200 insect (ie, mosquito or fly? I don't know) bites on the same night. It's been 9 days and they're still bothering me- in fact, they're getting worse. What to do? [more inside]
Am I screwing with my health through constant laptop use?
Am I screwing with my health through constant laptop use? [more inside]
Where in Milwaukee can I take a Tiffany Portfolio watch to be appraised/sold?
Where in/near Milwaukee can I take a Tiffany Portfolio watch to be appraised/sold? [more inside]
Metallum Extremum / Metal and Latin
Why do so many extreme metal/doom/dark ambient bands have such an affinity for Latin? [more inside]
posted by The Discredited Ape at 3:51 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by The Discredited Ape at 3:51 PM PST - 19 comments
Reason for Gadaffi collapse
I should be more plugged into the news, but at the beginning of the summer the story in Libya was stalemate and now I see fighting in Tripoli and the apparent collapse of the Gaddafi regime. What happened militarily to break the stalemate?
posted by Fiery Jack at 3:50 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Fiery Jack at 3:50 PM PST - 8 comments
Vague music video identification
Vague music video identification: Circa 2000ish. Electronic music. Very heavy on motion graphics and visual design. About a day in the life of a guy going to work. [more inside]
Should I try Visual Studio?
SharePoint filter: Hitting limits with SharePoint Designer; Should I dive into Visual Studio? [more inside]
posted by hotelechozulu at 3:25 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by hotelechozulu at 3:25 PM PST - 8 comments
How can I stop being jealous of my sick friend?
My friend is sick. Really, truly ill. How can I support her while constantly dealing with my broken-brained issues regarding body image? [more inside]
posted by kataclysm at 3:15 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by kataclysm at 3:15 PM PST - 21 comments
How can I tell if someone is lying about their brain cancer?
Are we party to someone else’s delusion and/or scam? I am concerned that a colleague of my husband’s is so mentally ill/needy that she has invented a lethal illness; and now this deception/delusion has spread to involve many other people. Long explanation inside. [more inside]
Is emotionless sex the norm in one's early 20s?
A girl I dated(ish) for a few weeks dumped me because she wanted less emotion in the relationship(-type-thing)/the sex. This, and the ensuing discussion, has shaken my confidence in finding a compatible match... Do most young 20s women prefer less emotion in a relationship, and see sex as a physical, recreational activity? [more inside]
posted by Jacen Solo at 3:10 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by Jacen Solo at 3:10 PM PST - 27 comments
Where to watch my Sox in Texas?
Hey Austin TX! Know of a bar that shows Boston Redsox games on the TV?
posted by TheCoug at 3:02 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by TheCoug at 3:02 PM PST - 3 comments
What's the best car share in Philadelphia?
Want to get rid of my car in Philadelphia, but foresee occasional car needs. What's better, PhillyCarShare or Zipcar? [more inside]
What's different about a corporate interview (if anything)?
What should I know about interviewing for a corporate job that I don't already know from interviewing for public sector/public health jobs? [more inside]
Garlic, the cross, holy water, silver bullet and best of all --
Prevent browser/page hijacking - Safari 5.1? [more inside]
Dealing with a harsh comment from a superior at work.
Though I can be broodish and moody at home at times, I keep it in check. People at my workplace find me enjoyable and fun to work with. They find me humorous. I have friends there. Today, one manager out of the blue from another department told me "You are the most negative person I know." I told her in an even tone "That is not too nice a thing to say, you know?" She just rolled her eyes and laughed and said "You're a downer…like Eeyore". Context: She sort of glides from department to department with this air of superiority and says edgy things to people in a joking-but-not-really way. Many don't find her funny. I let her get to me as it cut me deeply. Real deep. Before that I was in a zen mode all day and at peace. How do I deal with interactions with her in the future as I can't change her and I secretly think she likes taking jabs at people. (moderate sociopath?) She is higher in the chain and is liked even higher up as a hatchetwoman and I don't want to be rash with something I might say back. I wish I could buy Thick Skin on ebay or something. Thanks for your answers. (If it matters, I am a male.)
posted by snap_dragon at 1:47 PM PST - 49 comments
posted by snap_dragon at 1:47 PM PST - 49 comments
Supersaturated salt solution help, please.
How do I make a 6M NaCl solution? It Won't Go Into Solution. [more inside]
posted by oreonax at 1:46 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by oreonax at 1:46 PM PST - 6 comments
Post-interview thank you, but no thank you, thank you note
What to say in a post interview thank you note - when you aren't the right guy for the job... [more inside]
posted by klarck at 1:39 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by klarck at 1:39 PM PST - 6 comments
How do I walk more quietly?
My neighbors complained to me (in a polite, reasonable way) about me walking too loudly. How can I fix it? [more inside]
Looking for childfree love in all the child loving places.
Dating filter: The women I tend to feel most connected to pretty much all want to have children. But I don't. Or at least, I mostly don't. How do I deal? [more inside]
Multi-platform task management
I am looking for a simple task management application with web, iOS and Android clients. I need something that allows tasks to be shared and/or assigned to other people. [more inside]
posted by chairish at 12:49 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by chairish at 12:49 PM PST - 5 comments
Scuba and Snorkel on Same Boat Trip?
Looking for a Maui company that will do Scuba and Snorkel on the same trip - any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by bkhahn at 12:38 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by bkhahn at 12:38 PM PST - 3 comments
What does a virgin need to know for the first time?
I'm probably going to lose my virginity in the next few weeks. What do I need to know? [more inside]
An honest job if I can find one
That question about following up after an interview. [more inside]
posted by pineappleheart at 12:25 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by pineappleheart at 12:25 PM PST - 14 comments
At the crossroads
My family and I are at a crossroads where we will soon have the flexibility to change our life to whatever extent we want. How do we decide? [more inside]
Awesome Adultish Adventure Games for iPhone/iPod Touch?
Seriously awesome adventure games for the iphone/ipod touch? [more inside]
Google Calendar and recurring events
I have two calendars in Google Calendar. One of them has a recurring event. How do I move a single one of a recurring event to the other calendar without changing the whole series?
posted by dubadubowbow at 11:29 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by dubadubowbow at 11:29 AM PST - 3 comments
How to dim LEDs on electronics?
I'm looking for a way to dim LEDs on computers/electronics without completely darkening them. [more inside]
posted by PCjabber at 11:19 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by PCjabber at 11:19 AM PST - 19 comments
Which retail store near me (e.g. Best Buy) is the biggest?
There are 4 Whole Foods / Best Buy / Retail X stores near me. How can I find out which one is the biggest? [more inside]
So "Rock"=Wild & "Party"=Crazy, or...
Has an evaluation been made of the dichotomy between what is implied by the term "wild" in the line "You drive us wild" and what is implied by the term "crazy" in the immediately following line "We'll drive you crazy" in KISS's "Rock And Roll All Night?"
posted by herbplarfegan at 11:11 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by herbplarfegan at 11:11 AM PST - 16 comments
Worth it to throw myself on the mercy of the court?
Just got a ticket for misuse of a turn lane. Any point going to court to contest it or try to make a deal? (YANML) [more inside]
posted by terrierhead at 11:11 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by terrierhead at 11:11 AM PST - 14 comments
I fork you, I really do.
Can you please help me figure out some issues regarding Github? [more inside]
posted by babbyʼ); Drop table users; -- at 10:58 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by babbyʼ); Drop table users; -- at 10:58 AM PST - 9 comments
How can I mend these torn garment linings?
Small tears in the linings of wool coats and dress-pants. How can I go about mending these in a functional (but not necessarily pretty) fashion? [more inside]
posted by Bardolph at 10:55 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Bardolph at 10:55 AM PST - 4 comments
New Lens or Flash? dSLR for stage photography.
New Lens or Flash? -- Stage, low-light photography. [more inside]
posted by ThomThomThomThom at 10:54 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by ThomThomThomThom at 10:54 AM PST - 28 comments
set top box to attach to a monitor for airport style display?
What sort of set-top box should I connect to a 47" monitor to display an auto-refreshing webpage/webservice vertically? [more inside]
posted by dirtdirt at 10:30 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by dirtdirt at 10:30 AM PST - 11 comments
What do I need to know to fill in the gaps?
Looking for books and articles on programming, design patterns, information architecture, and whatever else. Clear information on Things To Do and Things To Avoid, with a smattering of theory and opinion, would be great. [more inside]
How long will (canned) pickled jalapenos last?
How long should the contents of a can of pickled jalapenos last in the fridge? [more inside]
Let me edit that for you, kids
I want to be the guy who helps kids get their papers into shape at a college writing center. How do I find that path? Are you or have you ever been that guy? What's it like? [more inside]
I seriously don't know how to do this.
A question about etiquette for freelance designers: [more inside]
posted by marimeko at 10:22 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by marimeko at 10:22 AM PST - 5 comments
Anger management techniques
What is anger management therapy like? [more inside]
Help me be less bitter
I'm extremely bitter about my situation living at home with my parents and caring for my relative. Please help me be less bitter. [more inside]
Marriage Counseling in Philadelphia?
Recommendations on marriage counselors in and around Philadelphia, PA? [more inside]
Moving to Kauai
What should we know about living on Kaua'i? [more inside]
posted by kamikazegopher at 10:19 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by kamikazegopher at 10:19 AM PST - 8 comments
Brooklyn Wholesae Beer and Wine Distributor for Wedding?
I am getting married in two weeks in the Prospect Park Picnic House in Brooklyn. My fiancee and I are providing the alcohol (two types of beer, a red wine and a white wine and a glass of champagne for a champagne toast). Does anyone have good recommendations for a local business that we can buy in bulk from and have them deliver the alcohol to the Picnic House on the day of the wedding? [more inside]
Stressful Day Holiday Daydream
Thinking about a break in the springtime, somewhere in Europe, somewhere cheap with stuff to do. Is this an impossible dream? [more inside]
What sound is this?
What is the percussion used in this performance by Vox Vulgaris? [more inside]
posted by Listener at 10:00 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Listener at 10:00 AM PST - 5 comments
Locating a purchasable TouchPad
Any ideas for obtaining an HP TouchPad? I've been incommunicado since the beginning of last week and I missed HP's "fire sale"... What saith the Hivemind: still possible through some relatively unknown channel or fuggedaboudit?
M.S. Rehabilitation Counseling vs M.S. Gerontology vs M.A. Education
Which degree would be my best bet--an M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling, an M.S. in Gerontology, or an M.A. in Education? I'm especially wondering how good the job prospects will be in California, and how much stress and interpersonal conflict I would be likely to experience. [more inside]
posted by aphorist at 9:14 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by aphorist at 9:14 AM PST - 7 comments
Travel in northern europe during Christmas?
Travel in northern europe over Christmas: insane, or eminently reasonable with minor hiccups? [more inside]
Should I buy a sleep apnea CPAP/APAP machine in Canada or the US?
Should I buy a sleep apnea CPAP/APAP machine in Canada or the US? [more inside]
posted by jkaczor at 9:09 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by jkaczor at 9:09 AM PST - 13 comments
Flying Through a Hurricane
We're supposed to fly from JFK to MCO on Sunday evening. Except now there is a hurricane. What's our best course of action? [more inside]
posted by Andrhia at 8:48 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Andrhia at 8:48 AM PST - 14 comments
Who'd say no to an exciting adventure? My husband.
How can my husband and I balance my dream job (in Asia) with his not-quite-wanting to go? [more inside]
The shortest programming distance between one and infinity?
What is the shortest possible program (in any well-known programming language) that will count up indefinitely and display the output as it's counting? [more inside]
posted by joshrholloway at 8:31 AM PST - 80 comments
posted by joshrholloway at 8:31 AM PST - 80 comments
Visa debit card consumer protections
Who pays the fees on a Visa debit card (when used as a Visa); and when used as a Visa, do standard credit card consumer protection laws apply, or the much weaker debit card protections? [more inside]
posted by pla at 8:10 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by pla at 8:10 AM PST - 8 comments
Help me be a good friend to a grieving family in need, please.
A friend is about to pass away. Please help me be as supportive and helpful as possible for her husband and young daughter during the next few months. [more inside]
What's this recurring occasional sharp pain in my ribs?
Maybe once or twice a year for as long as I can remember, I've had a short-lived sharp pain at a certain spot in my ribs. It doesn't seem to be related to anything else going on with my body, once it stops I'm not sore, and I have no idea what it is or why it happens. Is this a thing people are familiar with? [more inside]
Do you have to have your greencard to apply for union membership?
Bricklayers: Can illegal immigrants join your union(s)?
Looking for simple reading on academic theory of "Other"
I have a friend who is teaching a freshman college class, and who is looking for a good but relatively simple and clear reading to introduce his students to diversity issues and particularly to the concept of "Other" and "Otherness". [more inside]
posted by jb at 7:35 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by jb at 7:35 AM PST - 13 comments
which spa room fixtures help a cold
I'm feeling sick with a typical cold. Slight fever, sore throat, stuffed up nose. I have access to a private sauna, steam shower and hot tub. Given that I don't need to worry about exposing anyone else, would any of or combination of these help alleviate the symptoms?
posted by ShootTheMoon at 7:19 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by ShootTheMoon at 7:19 AM PST - 7 comments
Can I play it?
Is my Mac laptop's screen resolution sufficient to play Civilization IV? [more inside]
posted by Quizicalcoatl at 7:05 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Quizicalcoatl at 7:05 AM PST - 9 comments
Awesome notebooks, I wish I could quit you, but I love you too damn much.
Please help me find spiral notebooks that are bound at the top and have thick/heavy covers. Details within! [more inside]
Therapist for Couples Work in Switzerland
Seeking English-speaking therapist for couples counseling in Lucerne, Switzerland. [more inside]
Help me find a front pocket wallet?
Can you help me find the perfect front pocket wallet? [more inside]
posted by perrce at 5:53 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by perrce at 5:53 AM PST - 17 comments
Can you give any recommendations for accommodation in Cavallino Italy?
Can you give any recommendations for accommodation in Cavallino Italy? Best place to stay that suits a couple?
We're going to be travelling from the Venice train station..and I found Cavallino in a search for good beaches to go for a few days.
Other cool of the beaten path gems, restaurant etc. there?
Any advice would be great!
DSLR vs point and shoot in full auto mode
Will a quality - but not necessarily top of the range - DSLR produce better photos in full auto mode than a compact point and shoot? How much better?
Name this data management job!
Need this quick: what is this technical / data management position called? [more inside]
posted by Meatbomb at 4:19 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Meatbomb at 4:19 AM PST - 14 comments
Is there a way to automagically improve the sound of downloaded bootlegs?
Does software exist to automatically improve the sound of music recordings, similar to the auto-adjustment features of photo-editing software? [more inside]
posted by nowonmai at 4:05 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by nowonmai at 4:05 AM PST - 8 comments
trying to automatically click items on a webpage. but how?
trying to automatically click items on a webpage. but how? [more inside]
posted by krautland at 3:03 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by krautland at 3:03 AM PST - 8 comments
Miss Manners in the workplace?
"I'm sorry boss, but that's simply not possible"? [more inside]
posted by Solomon at 2:35 AM PST - 52 comments
posted by Solomon at 2:35 AM PST - 52 comments
Seeing Europe, One Weekend Away At A Time
Help me figure out the best way to see Europe on a budget during my seven months there. Special snowflake details inside. [more inside]
What brand of sunglasses is this?
Help me identify this pair of sunglasses? [more inside]
A simple customizable Wordpress theme?
I would really like a simple Wordpress theme where I can customize the header image, and change the colors to anything (backgrounds, fonts, links, etc). Something simple. I'm even willing to pay for it. Any ideas or tips? Thanks guys.
posted by stlboi at 1:13 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by stlboi at 1:13 AM PST - 13 comments
What is a good oil/soap for pierced ears?
I am looking for a good ointment or oil to help keep my 5/8" gauged pierced ears soft and healthy. I also am looking for a decent mild soap to cleanse them with on a daily basis. Does anyone have any recommendations as to what is the best of both to use and where to get them?
posted by gsuboy2000 at 12:24 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by gsuboy2000 at 12:24 AM PST - 8 comments
How should we work with our new property manager to avoid further misunderstandings?
How should we work with our new property manager to avoid further misunderstandings? (Many snowflake facets below.) [more inside]
posted by R2WeTwo at 12:22 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by R2WeTwo at 12:22 AM PST - 10 comments
Themes for Google Chrome
Could you guys recommend me some good themes or sites for getting good themes for Google Chrome? [more inside]
August 22
Message in a bottle
What would you ask your grandparents/family to record in a message to your future? [more inside]
Timing of connecting international flights within the US
Connecting international flights in the US -- apparently airports in America don't do 'sterile transit'? I may have to fly back to Canada at short notice, and I've never transited through the US (in the trip I'm looking at, SFO). [more inside]
Droid Calendar Dropping Appointment
Google Calendar to Droid Calendar dropping event: Overlapping events show correctly on both Win 7 Outlook Calendar and sync'd Google Calendar. But from Google Calendar to Droid Calendar, only one event appears on Droid if 2 events are scheduled for the same time. [more inside]
"The world is full of bastards, the number increasing rapidly the further one gets from..."
Road trip questions! A friend and I are taking a road trip between the 17th and 25th of September from Minnesota to Portland, OR. Neither of us have much experience with the first half of the trip and would love some suggestions on hikes and other things not to miss in theBlack Hills, Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone and Missoula. [more inside]
Time to move my .oz of AU
Best place to sell an ounce of gold in Portland, OR? [more inside]
posted by bhance at 9:12 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by bhance at 9:12 PM PST - 11 comments
Is it a bad idea for my terminally ill grandmother to go to the USA for 48hrs?
My dad and I are thinking of taking my 85yr old grandmother on a road trip. She was diagnosed with small cell lung cancer last Thursday and decided on Friday that she doesn't want to go through treatment. She does, however, want to see her sister, sister's kids and grandkids one last time. However, they live 1,300KM away in a mid-sized Mid-West city in the States while we're in Toronto. We'd like to make this visit happen for grandma, recognize all the risks inherent in trying to do so, and would like to hear the stories/experiences of anyone who has done anything similar. Relevant details below the fold. Thank you. [more inside]
posted by dismitree at 8:47 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by dismitree at 8:47 PM PST - 23 comments
Roof storage security
Multi-part questions about the security of the roof-top luggage box I just installed on my car. [more inside]
posted by colin_l at 8:09 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by colin_l at 8:09 PM PST - 5 comments
Homestay in India.
Are there any home-stay accommodation in either Rajasthan and Varanasi for around 500 INR per day? Staying with a local family is something I look forward to on my trip.
How do I eat a low-carb diet that satiates me, doesn't make me lose weight and leaves my skin clear?
How do I eat a low-carb diet that satiates me, doesn't make me lose weight and leaves my skin clear? [more inside]
What color was the sky millions or billions of years ago?
What color was the sky millions or billions of years ago? [more inside]
posted by waldo at 7:16 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by waldo at 7:16 PM PST - 7 comments
After - Dinner Brandy n00b
Liquor Question - The boyfriend and I want to get into after-dinner brandy. We are complete noobs. Any tips on what kind of (affordable) brandy to get and any tips on the best way to drink it (mixers, etc) would be greatly appreciated.
How to keep cockroaches from coming home with me in my bag?
How do I keep cockroaches from coming home in my overnight bag? [more inside]
bacon with black specks? Safe?
Can I eat this bacon? picture I'm concerned about the black specks in the fat. Safe or not, what is it? [more inside]
What is a second masters degree worth?
What is a second masters degree worth? [more inside]
Bi/hetero male-dom erotica?
Novel length male-dom, hetero or bisexual BDSM erotica? [more inside]
How do you come back to a profession you barely started?
I went to pastry school five years ago. I was seduced away from the bakery by good money in an office job. Now I've ditched the office and have been working retail -- and just got a retail job in a bakery a month ago. I've been working in the back a little and making inroads there; now I'm baking 2/5 days a week. I feel patisserie calling me, but how do I get my confidence in the kitchen back? [more inside]
Different Maps
What are some good alternatives to google maps?
Music calms the angry peon.
I found this awesome don't-snap-and-kill-people music. Help me find more. [more inside]
posted by trogdole at 5:48 PM PST - 54 comments
posted by trogdole at 5:48 PM PST - 54 comments
Will the welcoming committee don white hoods and burn crosses?
How's life in Lancaster, PA for a non-white person? [more inside]
posted by Anima Mundi at 5:43 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Anima Mundi at 5:43 PM PST - 19 comments
2 dimensional auto stich in-camera?
Are there any consumer digital cameras that can stitch photos in-camera creating a horizontal AND vertical panorama at the same time resulting in a relatively square image as the result? [more inside]
Recommendations for simple CMMS software?
Recommendations for simple CMMS software? [more inside]
Donald Duck in Disappearing Cartoon?
Should I see a doctor?
Antibiotics filter: A few months ago, I took Clindomycin for a tooth infection. One of the potential side effects is Clostridium difficil, a type of colitis. Now I am sick and worried that it might be connected to the Clindomycin. Should I be worried and go to the doctor? Gross symptoms inside. [more inside]
posted by Equiprimordial at 4:43 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Equiprimordial at 4:43 PM PST - 13 comments
Can an electrical outlet be "weak"?
Our 11 year old refrigerator stopped getting cold enough (42 to 48 degrees). It's done this before and we've replaced parts. This time I decided enough and replaced the unit. Now this new LG refrigerator is doing the same thing. I've had a tech come out and they replaced the board with all the pertinent parts and it still isn't getting colder. But I've plugged in our old unit in the garage, where it is cooler, and now it's at the correct temp. Is it possible that it can be something to do with the electrical outlet? Wouldn't the service guy have had something to test that?
What epic book should I read next?
What epic book should I read next? [more inside]
Good movies about weddings
What are the best movies about weddings?
Being forced to pass a failing student
Asking for a friend: My boss is pressuring me to adjust a failing student's grade upwards because the student is from overseas. I don't think it's fair to falsify grades. Please advise. [more inside]
what to stock bathroom with?
Pregnant Ladies! When you go you shopping, or running errands, or to the restaurant, what are things you wish you could bring with you but you can't, as far as personal items? what is your fantasy public bathroom stocked with? [more inside]
Best Mandarin in SF?
Good evening Chinese classes in San Francisco? [more inside]
The high school keeps cell phones overnight. How can I convince them that's a mistake?
The local high school confiscates cell phones for 24 hours -- and that makes me crazy. How can I craft a solid argument for their return to students when school lets out? [more inside]
posted by Ink-stained wretch at 4:04 PM PST - 42 comments
posted by Ink-stained wretch at 4:04 PM PST - 42 comments
Music for the voracious infovore?
I really like music that inspires me to jump up and...go read Wikipedia (or a dictionary, for that matter)! Bands that have produced the sort of thing I'm talking about here include Rasputina, Phideaux, and (to some extent) They Might Be Giants. Help me find more of this particular brand of awesome in the musical realm! Special bonus points if they can actually play their instruments well. [more inside]
posted by aecorwin at 3:59 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by aecorwin at 3:59 PM PST - 32 comments
Selling $3m violins for a friend...questions on the topic..
A friend of mine is looking to sell two extraordinarily valuable violins (in the 3+ million dollar range). I think he's hoping to sell it privately to avoid the huge cut the auction houses take, and he's suggested that if I can find him a buyer, he'd be happy to pay a finder's fee of some sort. So two questions... [more inside]
Heels for the uninitiated girl?
Being mostly a t-shirt and jeans type of girl in Southern California, I usually wear flip-flops or chucks. But when I go to a nice event I do want to do it up, so ease me into this business of heels! [more inside]
Alternative to Adsense (little text on site)
I have a sort of photo sharing website that breaks content up by category. There is not much text on the site, and we've been rejected by Google AdSense on that basis (not enough text). I'd like to find an ad network that will let me supply keywords (e.g., we have a gardening section, so we could sell space for gardening ads on those parts of the site) instead of scanning the site for them. Can anyone recommend an ad network that might do this?
Slip covers for speaker cabinets?
How/where to order custom protective fabric sleeves for a pair of speaker cabinets? [more inside]
posted by mosk at 3:25 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by mosk at 3:25 PM PST - 5 comments
Constantinople cash carrying
Where can I buy a money belt in Istanbul? [more inside]
posted by trouserlouse at 2:57 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by trouserlouse at 2:57 PM PST - 4 comments
Can you help me create a family tree?
Genealogy question: I have a lot of information on my (maternal) ancestors going back about 250 years. It's a huge long list of names, dates, places, and relationships, emailed to me years ago by my mother's cousin. The difficulty I'm having is that the information is organized in a linear fashion, and I'd love to see it in a family-tree type of format so I can better understand (visually) how these people are connected to me. I'm looking for software (free if available) that will allow me to plug in names, dates, and relationships, and will display it in a tree format. Can you recommend a website or service that would allow me to do this? [more inside]
my boss seems to want my job at her salary.
My boss's work-related (lack of) boundaries is really getting on my nerves. Help me figure out how to deal? [more inside]
Am I a pushover?
I suspect that I am becoming a pushover in my relationship—how can I reverse this trend? [more inside]
Facebook information sharing
How can I stop Facebook sharing my information with other websites? [more inside]
Head on bed makes me red
How do I stop my boyfriend's head from rolling into awkward positions while we sleep? It causes him to snore and it's also driving me batty. [more inside]
posted by mlo at 2:35 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by mlo at 2:35 PM PST - 5 comments
How CAN there be a cherry that has no stone?
Can you give me examples of riddle songs, or more information about riddle songs? [more inside]
I'd like to make legal bets on top tier little league games. Forget whether it's ethical - is it POSSIBLE?
Is there any legal sportsbook/casino that takes bets on the little league world series? [more inside]
This is why no one ever lets me pick the movie
I love boring movies. Recommend me your favorites. [more inside]
Translations of The Castle
Evaluations of translations of Kafka's The Castle? [more inside]
Anaheimlich Maneuvers, OR Cuatro Gueros Locos, OR Four White Guys with a Hyundai
Going to Anaheim for a convention, need suggestions on things to see, buy & ingest in the evenings. [more inside]
posted by Rat Spatula at 1:32 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Rat Spatula at 1:32 PM PST - 10 comments
WANTED: better headlines
How can I write better headlines for my college newspaper? [more inside]
Internet radio killed the satellite radio star
Can I set up a dedicated Pandora player for my car without signing up for a new cellular plan? [more inside]
Stronglifts - Weightlifting Wall - Should I switch?
6 months of starting strength. I am following the the program religiously. If it says squat, I squat. If it says eat more protein, I do. My gains have been ok but I have been stagnating a bit lately. I have been at 225 squat for a few weeks now. I am unhappy with the results. I feel like I am much stronger but that I don't appear to be much stronger. It might be that I am getting muscle but it's still under a layer of fat. The composition of my body is changing but not my outward appearance. [more inside]
What are the best ages to learn various things?
I live in NYC, where there are classes for children starting at birth. Baby yoga and soccer for 18 month olds and visual art as soon as they can stand. What are the best ages to start learning specialized things (assuming one is interested), like piano, ballet, swimming, baseball, soccer, chess, trapeze, animal husbandry, foreign language, martial arts, theater, etc.? I took gymnastics when I was nine and found that anyone who was competitively good at it had begun at six.
Noise, both external and internal.
Apartment noise, and my own hypersensitivity to that noise, are intersecting with some bigger psychological issues for me about when to stick up for my needs. Help. [more inside]
posted by chameleon at 1:03 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by chameleon at 1:03 PM PST - 30 comments
How do I search through a file of many documents?
What's the best way to search and/or organize a file of CVs in Windows XP? [more inside]
Investing in time = receiving shares and dividends?
I am about to get involved in a company and begin receiving shares for my work. I have questions. [more inside]
How common is this weird anger management issue?
How common is this weird anger management issue? [more inside]
Light summer menu to go with cream pies and champagne?
Can you help me out with some menu suggestions for a light summer party meal? Must go with cream pies for dessert, and champagne to drink! We're hosting a casual but nice, semi-seated party for 15-20 on Saturday night, and while we have drinks and dessert set, I seem to be totally unable to come up with anything much for the rest... [more inside]
posted by crabintheocean at 12:40 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by crabintheocean at 12:40 PM PST - 15 comments
How should I collect and return homework in a lecture class of 100 students?
How should I collect and return homework in a lecture class of 100 students? [more inside]
Is an Intel processor essential when you're streaming from your monitor?
Can I stream live video from my monitor on a G5 Mac tower? [more inside]
Halloween Dance Party
Help me make a Halloween-themed dance music playlist. [more inside]
posted by domo at 12:21 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by domo at 12:21 PM PST - 43 comments
Tea for One, One for Tea, Some for You, But More for Me.
Tea novice wishes to be initiated into the secrets of tea. Special snowflake details inside. [more inside]
posted by Kitteh at 11:40 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by Kitteh at 11:40 AM PST - 30 comments
Want to break up the grey of my cube!
Is there a Canadian equivalent to Think Geek? [more inside]
Need 64-bit MS Paint install file!
Could anyone provide me with the 64 bit MS Paint install file from Windows XP or Vista? (NO Windows 7!) [more inside]
posted by CelebrenIthil at 11:19 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by CelebrenIthil at 11:19 AM PST - 19 comments
Non-Woofing Subwoofer in Need of Repair
Help me find a place that can do quality speaker/subwoofer repairs in the Los Angeles area. [more inside]
posted by Hairy Lobster at 11:14 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Hairy Lobster at 11:14 AM PST - 3 comments
Why won't my Apple TV (2nd Gen) work with my awesome HD-capable Sony Trinitron?
AppleTvFilter: I'm trying to get my Apple TV (2 gen) to work on my HDCP-capable Sony Trinitron, but am having some weird issues. [more inside]
Help my daughter get her sparkle back!
My four-year-old daughter got a haircut the other day, and as part of the haircut, the stylist sprinkled what looked like glittery talcum powder on her face and hair. She loved having "sparkles" on her face and hair all day and was sad when she had to wash them off in the bath. I'm not sure how this stuff works, but is there anything affordable and low-maintenance that I can get for her to help get her sparkle back?
posted by AngerBoy at 10:41 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by AngerBoy at 10:41 AM PST - 16 comments
Automated trading API?
Single-user programming API for stock and option screening, back trading, paper trading, and ultimately fully automated trading? [more inside]
Capitalism with a kitten face?
Let's say I have 12 hours to do a crash course in socially responsible investing. What should I read/watch/think about to get myself up to speed? [more inside]
posted by narcotizingdysfunction at 10:25 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by narcotizingdysfunction at 10:25 AM PST - 2 comments
Android tablet video players that do playlists?
I have my eye on the Acer Iconia A500: it's a snazzy Android tablet at a nice price, with lots of connectivity. The micro HDMI port is a major selling point for me,because I want to use it for playback of video projections for my performances.
But before I buy, I need to know that there's a good Android video player app out there that can 1) play videos from a playlist, and 2) transition seamlessly between videos. Any recommendations? [more inside]
posted by Artifice_Eternity at 10:23 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Artifice_Eternity at 10:23 AM PST - 7 comments
Back pain and fun exercises for prevention
Help me prevent long term low pack pain/sprains with activities more fun than typical stretching and exercise. [more inside]
How do I move cross-country by mail?
How do I move cross-country by mail? [more inside]
How to Fix My iPod
My iPod Nano 4th gen has no backlight. Fix it myself or get the Apple store downtown to do it. [more inside]
Help me escape from the reference desk
I’m a public reference librarian looking for a career change, and I would like to learn more about prospect research for nonprofits. Are there any prospect researchers out there who could share information such as how you got into the field, what you do every day, etc? [more inside]
To the bank.
Please recommend a public-transit accessible bank (or credit union referral) that does not require minimum balances in the SF Bay Area. [more inside]
I'm in a job funk and I can't get up
I've fallen (into a decade long job funk) and I can't get up! [more inside]
posted by bellastarr at 9:55 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by bellastarr at 9:55 AM PST - 4 comments
What are some unofficial Dragon*Con related happenings?
Dragon*Con is coming up and I have never been. Are there unofficial events happening in Atlanta that weekend? [more inside]
posted by polywomp at 9:52 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by polywomp at 9:52 AM PST - 12 comments
I want to know, quantitatively, how strange I am.
How many strange quarks are in my body at any given time, on average? [more inside]
Help me understanding refiance
Refinance advice needed with some specifics:
We want to refinance our home, and do it as quickly and painlessly as
possible. Of particular importance, I don't want to get a home
inspection or appraisal. [more inside]
posted by [insert clever name here] at 9:40 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by [insert clever name here] at 9:40 AM PST - 17 comments
Curl up and die or get COBRA?
Do I retire and just quietly die? Or can I get health insurance? [more inside]
Breaking up with a combat PTSD sufferer
My boyfriend suffers from combat PTSD. I can't handle this relationship anymore due to reasons stemming from that, and I am not sure how to deal with this or what to expect. [more inside]
Female Assassin Movies
So, can my suit be sewn?
I bought a suit a few months ago and I just discovered it has a hole in the sleeve. Is this something that can possibly be fixed? If yes, who should I take it to in NYC? [more inside]
posted by soonertbone at 9:24 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by soonertbone at 9:24 AM PST - 4 comments
Cell phone mystery/conundrum
My cell phone display has gone black, for no reason I can see, and now I'm receiving a mysterious new spate of text messages-- which I can't read or identify the sender of. Help? [more inside]
posted by dee lee at 9:23 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by dee lee at 9:23 AM PST - 11 comments
Getting rid of fishy smells
How to get the fish smell out of my rice cooker? [more inside]
posted by missmagenta at 9:21 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by missmagenta at 9:21 AM PST - 6 comments
It’s a (credit) trap!?!
With my recent credit card statement, I also received an offer for 1.99% interest on my balance for new purchases made over the next 12 months starting September 1. Cash advances and transferring of balances from other credit cards are not included. Is this too good to be true? [more inside]
posted by Razzle Bathbone at 9:04 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Razzle Bathbone at 9:04 AM PST - 17 comments
Do other species carry things in their bodily orifices?
Are we the only species that transports items in our body cavities? [more inside]
What's the best place to open a small business bank account in the United States?
What's the best place to open a small business bank account in the United States? [more inside]
Europe in late October?
Due to very busy schedules, the earliest time we can take a vacation this year is the second half of October. We originally planned to go to Turkey, but Lonely Planet says that Cappadocia basically shuts down due to cold in mid October. So is that true, and if so, what other similar places would you suggest for a week at that time of year, in Europe? A little culture would be nice, since the rest of the tip will be spent in the Greek isles.
Researchers: Share your workflow!
I'm planning a grad-student workshop on ways to manage research assets (particularly primary sources) more efficiently using digital tools. Please share your own workflow! [more inside]
How do you paint leather?
I'm turning a small vintage samsonite leather suitcase into a baby travel kit that will stay in my sister's truck.
I know how to get the lingering smells out, and how to replace the liner. I also figured out how to clean leather. But what type of paint is best to use on leather?
I want to add some decorative elements with a baby theme to the outside and I'm not sure if acrylics are okay.
How to fix erectile dysfunction as a result of bike riding?
How to fix erectile dysfunction as a result of bike riding? [more inside]
I'm the first person, ever, to crush on a barista.
I've been going to the same coffee shop for over a year and have had the same barista. I'm moving to a different part of NYC, think I've hit it off with her, what's the most appropriate way to ask her out? [more inside]
Cooks' Tours - UK version
UK TV schedules are full of cookery programmes where chefs travel round meeting the locals and cooking their recipes: e.g Floyd on France, Rick Stein’s Spain and Jamie’s America. Have any similar programmes been made about UK cooking by chefs from other countries?
Please recommend film clips of women acting sexually confident (for imitation purposes)
Please recommend scenes of women flirting effortlessly, being casually sexy and generally feeling comfortable in a sexually confident way. [more inside]
Just like Chancey Gardener, we like to watch
Please recommend a specific vendor for a Series 2 Tivo replacement hard drive kit, or some other way to revive the ancient but beloved machine. [more inside]
It Is Apparently Possible to Drink Yourself to Death on Valvoline.
If oil was vodka, my '05 Pontiac Vibe would be F. Scott Fitzgerald. Should we have the engine rebuilt or replaced? Automotive snowflakiness inside! [more inside]
posted by julthumbscrew at 6:28 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by julthumbscrew at 6:28 AM PST - 8 comments
Where are all the touristy postcards online?
Where can I find pictures (preferably postcards I can buy) of post WWII bombed out Berlin and Dresden? (More inside) [more inside]
Alcatraz night tour tickets have escaped
Where can I buy tickets for the SF Alcatraz Night Tour? [more inside]
posted by devnull at 3:37 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by devnull at 3:37 AM PST - 3 comments
Beginners' Weight Program for Runner?
Can anybody recommend a weight training program for a total newbie - something to go with a regular running schedule? Am overweight and trying to lose the pounds - something I've had difficulty doing with only running. [more inside]
Recommendations for Wordpress themes for a Nonprofit's website
Looking for recommendations for a Wordpress theme best suited for a Nonprofit organization's website. [more inside]
Even hermit crabs need to sacrifice their shells for potential profit
How does a long-time recluse reintegrate into society? Need advice on how to spark an inner desire to socialize, and how to transform my mindset into one that makes socializing enjoyable. [more inside]
August 21
Getting back into shape...
Need help getting back into work-out routine with the goal to lose weight and meets some physical fitness requirements... Any suggestions on how to get someone who used to be an athlete back into shape so that he can meet his goals???? [more inside]
Is it me or is it Clairol? Only the BBQer knows for sure.
How do you get a steak brown, not grey, on the grill? [more inside]
posted by converge at 10:23 PM PST - 45 comments
posted by converge at 10:23 PM PST - 45 comments
Maple. Bacon. Vodka. and then...
Maple Bacon Vodka experiments. What other herbs, spices, or other sundry flavors could/should I toss in that would add a third level of yummyness? [more inside]
I'm interested in stories of middle aged women finding fulfillment outside of children and family.
I'm interested in stories of middle aged women finding fulfillment outside of children and family.
OMG flying really?
Fear of flying 2.0. [more inside]
What language should I study?
I'm looking for a new language to study. Inspired by this post about how language alters perception and lists such as this of "most untranslatable words", I'm hoping to find one that puts me in a mindset astonishingly different from English's. [more inside]
Looking for paths to skate on in Northshore MA
Where are good rec paths to rollerblade/inline skate on in Newburyport, Portsmouth, or Northshore MA area? [more inside]
What's the plea bargain process for traffic offenses?
I recently got a ticket for careless driving and I have to appear in court soon. Can somebody explain the plea bargain process and offer some clarification for me? [more inside]
Bathroom issue after sex, but was it fromt he sex or from something else?
Bathroom issue after sex, but was it the sex's fault? [more inside]
Help us eliminate the invisible bear.
We need inventive ideas and strategies to help eliminate a seemingly invisible bear from our son's room (Slightly <3 yrs old). [more inside]
posted by Nanukthedog at 7:25 PM PST - 59 comments
posted by Nanukthedog at 7:25 PM PST - 59 comments
Target Demographic
Documentaries and interesting reading on all aspects of demography for college juniors. [more inside]
Dirty weather related jokes
Does anyone know any dirty jokes that are related to the weather? Bonus points if the punchline, if said alone, indicates that it's a weather-related dirty joke. Actually, if you have a punchline that would indicate that, but no actual joke, that would be fine too.
I gotta go to the crappy town where I'm a hero!
Yet another "where should I move" question (slight snowglobe details inside). [more inside]
ideas for a small wedding?
How and where do my fiancee and I get married in a way that involves her two teenage daughters and impresses on them the solemnity of this act? We have few close friends and are not religious. Hotel banquet rooms and churches do not appeal to us. Ideas?
WC Tuttle
Looking for short stories by W. C. Tuttle. He published in pulp westerns and Argosy from about 1915 to 1945. He was also serialized in the Boston Globe in the early 1930s I am looking for some of his short stories either in reprints or original publications. Have been looking in Gutenberg, Google Books (Love GooReader!!), various ebook sources, Black Dog Books and Bison Books with no hits. A list of his work is here Can you suggest any sources?
posted by Raybun at 6:30 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Raybun at 6:30 PM PST - 4 comments
I can run 10 miles. Now what for strength?
For what level of strength training does my running the Army 10 Mile now qualify me? [more inside]
posted by metajc at 6:16 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by metajc at 6:16 PM PST - 3 comments
Work Friend to Girl Friend?
WTF Filter: "Working" with someone that I think there's more with there...but I don't know how to approach taking the leap. Not that special snowflakery inside. [more inside]
How do you get tech support when you're self-employed?
A family member struggles with computer skills, but is self-employed and uses email frequently for his work. He has a Mac and a paid Google Apps account. Can you recommend a trustworthy person or service based in LA (or advice on finding one) he could hire to help him with managing his Mac, Google Apps, and other basic computer needs?
I need to temporarily become a workaholic
I need to work my butt off, burn the candle at both ends, turn on the afterburners, etc etc. I can work just fine, but I don't know how to be that guy who puts in 16 hour days and sleeps on a cot in his office. How do I become that guy? [more inside]
posted by tempythethird at 5:33 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by tempythethird at 5:33 PM PST - 36 comments
Is this an Indian mound?
How can we tell if we have an Indian mound on our property? [more inside]
Hey, it's the new Connie Willis novel -- get the forklift!
Despite being a great fan of Connie Willis, I had to give up on Blackout/All Clear when I was barely a hundred pages into All Clear because it had been such a meandering, repetitive read. (Others have been able to finish it, but share my frustration). Two brief, related questions: 1) Can someone please summarize what happened in the rest of the book? (Yes, SPOILERS!) and 2) What the hell is happening to Willis' editors, given that her novels have been getting more lengthy and repetitive? The Doomsday Book (1993) was perfectly sized for its story. Bellwether (1997) was a little repetitive, but it was relatively short and funny, and I enjoyed it overall. Her 2002 novel Passage, although a satisfying book in the end, was a maze of twisty little passages, all alike, for the first chunk as well. And then she delivered bouncing baby Buicks in the form of Blackout/All Clear this past year. Why? [more inside]
posted by maudlin at 4:46 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by maudlin at 4:46 PM PST - 12 comments
fuggedaboutit
Having never watched The Sopranos, can I skip the first season and be able to watch the rest without feeling lost? [more inside]
Sperm from the Upper Midwest?
My partner and I have decided to get knocked up via donor sperm. We are a queer couple and my partner is unable to get me pregnant.
I'm still figuring out how this all works, but one thing I know is that I need sperm.
Is there a good/reliable sperm bank in the upper midwest that you can recommend? I know that sperm can be shipped from the far far away lands of the coastal United States, but somehow I feel better if it doesn't have to travel so far -- it will be much more affordable as well.
posted by ElisaOS at 4:27 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by ElisaOS at 4:27 PM PST - 10 comments
Training for Geeky Career/Job
What formal training exists to meet the requirements for this geeky job offer? "XML/XQuery; Content Management Systems (CMS)"
Long distance podcasting, how does that work?
Long distance podcasting: equipment, software, and how to make it work. [more inside]
posted by itsacover at 4:07 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by itsacover at 4:07 PM PST - 3 comments
that's no elephant, that's my neighbor
the guy upstairs is making me miserable - it started to get better until he started getting some action. now if he's not stomping, he's squeaking. [more inside]
posted by sockpuppet plots an escape at 3:59 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by sockpuppet plots an escape at 3:59 PM PST - 21 comments
Cooking for one
I'd like to start cooking for myself more, and cut back on the takeout. Please recommend your favourite cookbooks that feature quick, easy single-serving meals. [more inside]
posted by smilingtiger at 3:52 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by smilingtiger at 3:52 PM PST - 16 comments
How can I back up my files from a micro SD card when it keeps detaching itself?
My micro SD card disappears intermittently, both from the smart phone its usually housed in (HTC incredible) and from computers (both Windows and Linux) when I try to read it (using one of these reader type things that plugs into a USB port).
I want to back it up, but the card keeps vanishing as a drive when I try to do so. Any ideas about how I could copy the whole thing? [more inside]
Raita/Indian Food Pairing
This is a two-part question: what's you're favorite raita recipe and what do you serve with it? [more inside]
posted by Short Attention Sp at 2:51 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Short Attention Sp at 2:51 PM PST - 13 comments
OMG hot recs 4 sushi w/ my grrlz in VA Beach :x :x :x xoxoxo
I've been drafted by a Maid of Honor into finding a restaurant to host 8 probably somewhat-sauced 20-something grrls (and their token gay, yours truly) post-Bachelorette-Beach-Party in Virginia Beach, VA. I've never been to Virginia Beach. Uh, has.... has anyone else? Halp! [more inside]
Signed a lease and now the place stinks of dog urine
Renter's nightmare: Just signed a one year lease for a fairly expensive condominium. Deposit and partial first month are paid, not moved in. When we went to do a pre-move cleanup this weekend, the place stank of dog urine. What now? Help! [more inside]
What questions should I ask my parents about their recollections of growing up in the civil rights era in Montgomery, Alabama?
What questions should I ask my parents about their recollections of growing up in the civil rights era in Montgomery, Alabama? [more inside]
posted by quodlibet at 1:48 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by quodlibet at 1:48 PM PST - 15 comments
How can I get spammers to stop spoofing my number?
Someone is spoofing my Caller ID and spamming people with telemarketing calls. What can I do? [more inside]
posted by orangeseed at 1:22 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by orangeseed at 1:22 PM PST - 9 comments
I want to *search* my desktop, not Google it
Are there any desktop search applications which do not have limitations on the file contents indexed (because Google Desktop "[only] searches about the first 10,000 words" - otherwise I'd be all over it). [more inside]
Ouch
My boyfriend is physically and emotionally sensitive about being circumcised. What can I do? (NSFW) [more inside]
t-r-e-s, non t-r-è-s! how you write zee accent?
When native speakers of languages with accent marks write, is it usual to write out a word or sentence and then put in the accents or does one put the accent in when writing the actual letter. [more inside]
posted by xetere at 12:40 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by xetere at 12:40 PM PST - 18 comments
What are the best programs for electronic music production?
What are the best programs for electronic music production? [more inside]
posted by wooh at 12:36 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by wooh at 12:36 PM PST - 15 comments
Ice to see you.
Went on vacay for three nights. Came home to see freezer open a tiny crack. Everything inside seems sort of 75% frozen, with a combination of dripping liquid water and solid icicles decorating everything. What can I salvage? [more inside]
posted by HeroZero at 12:06 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by HeroZero at 12:06 PM PST - 7 comments
friend or classmate: pick one.
How do you explain to a friend that working with them as a classmate is like having your fingernails ripped off one at a time? [more inside]
How Much to Charge For an Article
Need help figuring out a complicated "how much to charge for an article" situation. [more inside]
Schroedinger's ex: I'm over him. I'm not over him.
I'm having a difficult time trying to mentally process an ex's recent wedding because I'm hung up on the sex/religion aspect of it all. I need advice on how to stop thinking about him. [more inside]
What's the reliability of modern hard drives when left on a shelf for a few years?
What's the reliability of modern hard drives when left on a shelf for a few years? [more inside]
posted by Caviar at 10:50 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Caviar at 10:50 AM PST - 12 comments
What is a good mail merge solution for a Mac
I'm looking for a mail merge solution for Mac. What is a good one?0 [more inside]
Playing with fire or being prudent?
CarFilter: Mess with the automatic transmission fluid or not? Difficulty? 2003 Ford Explorer with about 105,000 miles and a "sealed" automatic transmission. [more inside]
Help me find a good tattoo starter kit
I want to learn to tattoo. Help me find a decent starter kit. [more inside]
Will You Walk Away From A Fool His Money?
Is it self serving for investment companies and fee based advisors to advocate for not selling during a financial crisis? [more inside]
Looking around gated communities
Are there reasonable (and legit) workarounds for looking around gated communities without a real estate agent? [more inside]
Quick Aunt Pittypat, the smelling salts!
YANMD, but I fainted last night and I'm a little worried.... [more inside]
How do you keep believing?
I think I am going through a philosophical-religious identity crisis. I've lived over 30 years trying to believe what I was taught to believe, but it is becoming harder as I get older and the "evidence" seems to get lesser and lesser. What do you do when you are consumed with doubt about that which has been your core for all of your life? [more inside]
Why do I clap my hands without knowing it?
Sometimes when I'm concentrating, I unconsciously and involuntarily clap / clench my muscles / make nonverbal noises. I've done this ever since I was a child. What am I doing? [more inside]
Dealing with deal breakers
Three dates with a great guy. One problem: his toxic breath. Should I tell him or move on? [more inside]
posted by jessca84 at 7:14 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by jessca84 at 7:14 AM PST - 30 comments
What was it like to be in prison in the past?
What are some materials about the history of punishment in Europe and America that really get across just what it would have been like to be a prisoner? [more inside]
How many shuffles?
How many shuffles to randomize a deck of cards? [more inside]
How to force Asus Eee to recognize private wireless
Please help, computer techies. Asus Eee PC wireless connection problem with Windows 7. [more inside]
Norwegian with a Bergen accent, so that babies will find my voice soothing
I'd like to learn Norwegian. Caveat: I'd like to learn specifically the Bergen dialect/accent. Is that possible? [more inside]
Camcorder Recommendations
What camcorder would you recommend to me if I'm looking for something to record craft tutorials? Would like something affordable (up to $300), w/ HD (though not necessary), and reasonably good zoom. I'm aware of the Flip, but looking for other options since this has been discontinued.
posted by lirael2008 at 12:51 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by lirael2008 at 12:51 AM PST - 6 comments
How do I handle my girlfriend's "ex-boyfriend"/cousin/roommate?
How do I handle my girlfriend's "ex-boyfriend"/best friend/ male cousin/roommate? [more inside]
posted by antipode12 at 12:28 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by antipode12 at 12:28 AM PST - 21 comments
August 20
Do you hold your breath like I do?
Do you, like me, ever hold your breath for no real reason, just when you are lying around? [more inside]
posted by brenton at 11:32 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by brenton at 11:32 PM PST - 24 comments
Beyond Bradbury.
SciFi for middle schoolers. [more inside]
Help me figure out this whole makeup thing.
I'm a 30 year old woman and I've never worn makeup before. I think I'd like to start, but it's all so overwhelming. [more inside]
posted by Kicky at 10:21 PM PST - 57 comments
posted by Kicky at 10:21 PM PST - 57 comments
Useful sites for medicine?
What are some useful sites (like news) for keeping up to date with medicine? [more inside]
posted by Bacillus at 10:20 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Bacillus at 10:20 PM PST - 6 comments
Do you know where I can find a concise chart of healthy (maybe traditional?) beans/grains/greens combinations?
Do you know where I can find a concise chart of healthy (maybe traditional?) beans/grains/greens combinations? [more inside]
Only my grandfather gets to call me young lady and I am not your honey.
How do you confront sexism constructively? Without damaging friendships, relationships with coworkers, or coming off patronizing? [more inside]
Painting plaster and removing calcimine
DIY advice for scraping off calcimine and repainting plaster walls? [more inside]
Fujitsu ScanSnap 300m refuses to feed paper.
Why won't my Fujitsu ScanSnap S300M pull in sheets of paper anymore? [more inside]
Help me talk to my neighbors about their aggressive dog
What do I say to my new neighbors to prevent their untrained, unleashed, unfenced dog from rushing my fearful dog? [more inside]
What small rituals make you grateful?
What are your favorite rituals or good luck tics? [more inside]
Need help navigating the HTPC hardware options
I want to buy or build a home theater PC and I'm overwhelmed by the options for hardware. Mac or PC? Low-end or mid-range? [more inside]
posted by Dec One at 8:08 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Dec One at 8:08 PM PST - 17 comments
Wood hourglass shape + rubber band = pretty awesome
I somehow came into possession of this cable holder tie thing consisting of an hourglass-shaped piece of wood and a rubber band. It's pretty great. Where can I get more? What is this thing called?
Pro-Tips for hand-washing clothes?
What are the your ProTips for hand-washing clothes? [more inside]
iTunes not recognizing ringtone
iTunes is not recognizing ringtones. [more inside]
Should I let my fiance know about my bisexuality?
Should I let my fiance know about my bisexuality? [more inside]
What happened to my orgasm?
Can an orgasm change? [more inside]
New textbook video
We're trying to find a youtube video and our google-fu is failing us. It shows students who are working in a group and one of them calls the teacher over because he doesn't know how to use his textbook. [more inside]
Lawyer now or later?
Uncle has passed - when do we lawyer up? [more inside]
posted by shino-boy at 5:41 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by shino-boy at 5:41 PM PST - 7 comments
Grr, MVA
Do I have to surrender my CA driver's license when applying for a new one in Maryland? [more inside]
Where to start Snoqualmie River innertube float?
Friend is visiting from out of town and we were thinking of tubing on the Snoqualmie River (Washington). Searching the internets I know the take out point is in Fall City (and I've driven by it) but where do we put in? [more inside]
Hawaiian License Plates in NY‽
I just got back from a 500 mile road trip on the New York Thruway. Spotted three cars with Hawaiian license plates. I have never seen one before. Obviously, they didn't drive to the mainland. Two were older cars, mid-ninety's econoboxes, one a big SUV. About how much would it cost to ship a car from the islands, or did they just bring their plates and buy a car locally?
Babies make me ill
When I hear a baby crying I feel like I am getting sliced open with a scalpel. It is totally fight or flight. What the hell is going on with me? This is more than yuppie griping about having dinner ruined. It is not just annoying but harmful to brain chemistry. What is going on w me.
posted by moammargaret at 4:09 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by moammargaret at 4:09 PM PST - 20 comments
Please help me find the animation
I’m looking for an animation that I saw somewhere on the net (probably YT) this year. If I remember correctly, it’s mostly illustrated, black and white, with pictures and words and arrows used to illustrate key concepts as the narration unfolded. The key feature is that it was really well produced, swooping and rotating as the drawing unfurled. The illustration is simple and fun, even though the subject matter is fairly serious — I think it was about politics, something like… I don’t know, Corporate Personhood. Or maybe not. Anyway, I think the animation was done well after the narration, and the two are unaffiliated. [more inside]
posted by scamper at 3:54 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by scamper at 3:54 PM PST - 20 comments
Obscure Honors Society: Worthwhile Investment or Complete Scam?
Have you ever heard of Sigma Alpha Pi? Not a frat or sorority, but a "society of leadership and success" is what they call themselves. I was asked to join my university's chapter. Is it worth it? [more inside]
Like a moth to a flame: What are these caterpillar cocoons?
[Worcester, MA filter] What type of caterpillars/moths make their cocoons on trees like this? I see them every year and always forget to ask!
posted by Draccy at 3:53 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Draccy at 3:53 PM PST - 7 comments
How should I manage my time for the next 5-6 months?
I was hoping to be back in school this fall to take pre-med classes, but it didn't work out. How do I handle all this unstructured time till I can start school in the spring, both in terms of daily life and my plan for the next few months? [more inside]
Leaving the nest?
Moving out questions! [more inside]
Car stuff -- moving to Cali
I just moved to California. Tell me every automobile-related thing I should know. [more inside]
Maybe because they shoot horses?
James Thurber fans, gather 'round. I'm reading his The Years with Ross and in the chapter titled "More Miracle Men" is a Thurber drawing of a star above a horse, and the horse is shedding a tear. I can scarcely believe I'm using a question for this, but I greatly wish to know: Why is the horse crying?
Why is Whole Foods' coffee so delicious?
Why is the coffee at Whole Foods so delicious? [more inside]
posted by incountrysleep at 1:43 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by incountrysleep at 1:43 PM PST - 11 comments
Boston-Mount Washinton-Boston Help?
Taking our 7 & 9 year old girls on a whirlwind tour of New Hampshire next week, looking for overnight lodging suggestions between our destinations. Except for the final day in Hampton our hotels will be just "arrive in the evening, depart in the morning" affairs... [more inside]
Our dentist was no help, now what?
How do you find emergency dental help on a Saturday (in Dallas)? [more inside]
posted by Terriniski at 1:32 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Terriniski at 1:32 PM PST - 9 comments
Bicycle tires -- a primer for commuters..
Tell me everything I need to know about tires and tubes for my new daily commute on a bicycle! [more inside]
posted by thehandsomecamel at 1:32 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by thehandsomecamel at 1:32 PM PST - 22 comments
How tall was grandma?
I would like to know how tall my dad's uncles and mom were, and ideally go up the family tree to chart the outliers to identify the tall and short adults. Where might I find height data for ancestors who lived in the US? [more inside]
posted by zippy at 1:23 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by zippy at 1:23 PM PST - 16 comments
Please help me get apartment management to actually fix my leak & mold ... now, not two weeks from now
Discovered a leak last night in the closet of my apartment (yeah, the same one I wrote about before). The carpet is damp, and there is some mold. Stopped by the management office twice today to ensure it gets taken care of ASAP, but am not feeling super-confident that anything will happen anytime soon. Can you sanity-check my intended next step, or suggest additional actions I should take? [more inside]
posted by DingoMutt at 1:00 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by DingoMutt at 1:00 PM PST - 10 comments
Software Engineer to Business Analyst?
I've been a software engineer for almost 10 years. I would rather be a business analyst. How do I make the transition? [More details inside] [more inside]
Search for a sweater
Clothing-hunt-filter: find me this buddha sweater.
posted by typography at 12:50 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by typography at 12:50 PM PST - 5 comments
Effective skin-calming liquid?
What is the soothing liquid that my brow threader uses that eliminates redness and inflammation immediately? [more inside]
How to mitigate laxative effects of coffee?
Is there any way to mitigate or delay the laxative effects of drinking coffee? Asking for a friend whose workplace only has portable toilets. [more inside]
Bars in the Village
NYCFilter...Looking for some bars in the East and West Village... [more inside]
posted by SarahElizaP at 12:20 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by SarahElizaP at 12:20 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me buy a 6 pack with loose change
My girlfriend and I have enough foreign currency in coins that its becoming a bit of a nuisance. I bet its not worth very much altogether. It is currency from several continents. Any chance of converting this hodge-podge of monies into American money I can actually use? Or any other witty, mefi-like suggestions of what to do with it?
posted by ReWayne at 11:58 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by ReWayne at 11:58 AM PST - 20 comments
Daylight moon.
Is it possible for a moon to have an orbit such that it is only ever visible from its planet during daylight hours? If so, what are the necessary requirements for this to happen?
posted by curious nu at 11:50 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by curious nu at 11:50 AM PST - 14 comments
Skin care. Specifically: the skin on my face.
Do I really need more than hot water and Ivory soap to keep the skin on my face clean and healthy? Are any of the more expensive cosmetics brands really worth the extra money? [more inside]
posted by tzikeh at 11:43 AM PST - 44 comments
posted by tzikeh at 11:43 AM PST - 44 comments
How best to automate the task of copying thousands of DVDs to HDD?
Copying thousands of cds and dvds to HDD - what is the best way to automate this tedious process as much as possible without buying expensive hardware? [more inside]
Lucy has an infected foot.
Help me follow the instructions on my dog's prescription. [more inside]
posted by jeffamaphone at 11:09 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by jeffamaphone at 11:09 AM PST - 8 comments
Striking distance from the Googleplex
Bay Area living, reassurance-filter. People who liked [North Oakland] also enjoyed [these smaller neighborhoods near Mountain View]. [more inside]
Why is Alan Dean Foster's name on the UK quad poster for the film Dark Star?
Does anyone know why author Alan Dean Foster's name is on the UK quad poster for the film Dark Star? Foster wrote the subsequent novelisation. Were they trying to imply it was an adaptation? [more inside]
Money clip recommendations?
Seeking money clip recommendations [more inside]
can you recommend insightful books?
Ask for book recommendation for personal growth [more inside]
Mental Health History Confessions
I'm going for a pre-employment medical in a few days (to test whether there's a risk that a health issue will prevent me from doing my job in the next 3 years). The form wants me to put down whether I've ever suffered from depression or anxiety. What's the threshold for a "yes" answer? [more inside]
Stop calling me names
Is there a way to tell a friend that I don’t want arguments to end in insults or angry lashing out? [more inside]
GPS traffic updates: Fact or Fiction?
Do the fancy higher-end features (traffic, eco route, etc.) of auto GPS units actually work? [more inside]
posted by CKmtl at 10:43 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by CKmtl at 10:43 AM PST - 7 comments
What is this Jazz song, or artist, from the TV show Louie?
What is this Jazz song, or artist, from the TV show Louie? I was watching Louie the other day, and the song during the credits is wonderful. Season 2: Episode 3: "Moving".
Here's the clip that I recorded:
http://www.esnips.com/doc/f87738ad-8d2a-4ee8-bca5-2093fcf5c6b8/Louie-Jazz
You can also just hear it during the credits of that episode, if you go to Hulu.
My sincerest apologies if there is a less sketchy way to get you guys the audio!
Thanks,
/bc
Wifi doesn't recognize me or my PW
Can't access my wifi. Both my Dell & iPhone show it's available, & it worked earlier this morning, but now, not only doesn't it default me in, but if I request access it doesn't recognize my PW.
This doesn't make sense to me. What are my next steps? Thanks
posted by carriest at 10:13 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by carriest at 10:13 AM PST - 6 comments
Cat peed on backpacks and tent.
I just discovered that our cat has been urinating on a nylon duffel bag our garage, a bag which contained our backpacking packs and a tent. Can any of it be saved? [more inside]
10 days until rent is due!
I have been very happily living in a 3BR apt in Seattle (lower queen anne) with a couple for almost 2 years, and today they're moving out to a house together. In 10 days rent is due. I have posted on craigslist for new roommates to move in. I've asked a few friends to help me screen people, but I'm still freaking out because I'm extremely nervous about choosing new roommates! I really like being close friends with my roommates, so this feels like dating. I'd love any advice & experiences you could share! [more inside]
posted by palegirl at 9:44 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by palegirl at 9:44 AM PST - 19 comments
I'd like links and information about some of the more mature hobbyist CNC router setups that exist
I'd like links and information about some of the more mature hobbyist CNC router setups that exist [more inside]
Bad doctor + unexplained prescription = frustration.
I've been prescribed a blood-pressure medication by a doctor that I don't trust. I'm concerned about taking it for reasons that might be irrational. In the meantime, I need to deal with my blood pressure *somehow* to have surgery. I need someone's reassurance and knowledge. [more inside]
posted by Ash3000 at 9:06 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by Ash3000 at 9:06 AM PST - 24 comments
The Origins of Life
Does anyone know how to hunt down an animated film they used to (or still do) show at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History? It was attached to the marine life/oceans exhibit and was about the origins of life and natural selection. Absent finding a copy of the film online, does anyone else remember seeing this? [more inside]
posted by whitewall at 8:51 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by whitewall at 8:51 AM PST - 6 comments
Picky eater
I'm flying down to Salt Lake City as part of the installation team for an interactive sculpture that's going into the Leonardo. We'll be there about three weeks. I'm generally vegan at home and vegetarian/ vegan out of the house. [more inside]
Glowing light bulbs in my hair: help me wear this piece of art
Help me create a functional light bulb crown! I saw this amazing sculpture at an art walk this week, and I'd like to make it into something wearable for Burning Man. My guess is that I can start by buying this type of bulb, but I need some advice beyond that. Wiring type and strategy? Batteries? How about affixing them to my head? I have long hair and could do something creative with little buns - I want to secure everything in a minimalist way (no baseball hats) so that the focus is on the lights.
posted by red_rabbit at 8:33 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by red_rabbit at 8:33 AM PST - 11 comments
Cheap, Clean San Diego Area Beach Digs?
We will be in the SD area and are looking for a clean, cheap motel on the beach--or near the beach--or with a nice view. Details inside. [more inside]
Cell phone case to reduce radiation?
Can this cell phone case actually do anything to reduce radiation? Or this the equivalent of a power balance bracelet? [more inside]
Reveal your cache of Hidden Gem hikes!
What are the best "hidden gems" for hiking around DC/Maryland? [more inside]
Of Facebook and dead trees
What is the correct way to direct people to a Facebook page in print media? [more inside]
What is proper cell phone etiquette?
When I'm out with my friend and his cell phone rings which he doesn't want to answer, he sits there (with the phone within easy reach) and lets it ring until the caller gets voice mail (8 or 9 times, distracting and annoying to me), rather than mute the ring. Isn't proper "cell phone etiquette" when you're not going to answer your phone to at least mute the ring so not everybody around has to hear your phone ring a bunch of times?
Hamstrung
A friend asked me this morning:
Last weekend I bought a 1/2 ham w/ bone. My kids are sick to death of ham (and so am I), i froze fresh a large chunk. What can I do w rest of ham? [more inside]
posted by newpotato at 4:13 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by newpotato at 4:13 AM PST - 19 comments
70's Disney(?) Movie With Still-Frame Animation
I'm trying to remember an old (most probably Disney) short feature or possibly an episode of "Wonderful World of Disney" which began with an opening narration, accompanied by pictures of each word the narrator says. (for example, if he said "I felt happy" there would be a picture of an eye, then a picture of a piece of felt, then a picture of a smiley face, timed to his words.) [more inside]
Same meat, different bleach?
Is the active ingredient in these household cleaners the same thing? "Exit Mould" and "White & Shine"? [more inside]
posted by evil_esto at 2:58 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by evil_esto at 2:58 AM PST - 5 comments
I keep seeing these strange diffusion globes.
Old iPhone with a weird mirror display issue
I have an old 1st generation iPhone that I left for dead two years ago, after it got wet and stopped working. I put it in a drawer and forgot about it. Eventually, I tried charging it, and it magically came back to life... But with a very peculiar problem: the on-screen image is a mirror image of what it should be. Everything is flipped horizontally, an exact mirror image... But the phone still expects the same touch input! For instance, to wake it from sleep, the slider appears flipped, as a right-to-left slider; but in order to actually wake it up, I have to slide my finger left-to-right. (my question after the jump) [more inside]
Oh, oh, owwww
What could potentially be the cause of a sharp lower abdominal pain during intercourse...AND walking down the street? [more inside]
Best Hollywood tour bus?
A dear friend from overseas is visiting me on her first trip to L.A... but unfortunately I'm going through a bit of a rough patch health-wise, and so can't help her sightsee as much as I'd like. She's expressed interest in hopping on one of the Hollywood bus tours while I get some rest over the weekend, but I have no idea which ones are best and which ones to avoid. Any former tourists to my fair city have any suggestions?
August 19
Where do you meet people IRL who will not mug/kill you?
Where do you meet people IRL who will not mug/kill you? [more inside]
King Smedleys Beer?
King Smedley's Beer - help confirm an alcohol-tainted memory [more inside]
posted by Graygorey at 9:57 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Graygorey at 9:57 PM PST - 5 comments
Post Partum niceties
New parents question - There are a few couples I'm friends with who are expecting babies momentarily. I'd love to do the right thing to help out, so what do you suggest? I'm thinking ideas for frozen meals to take over, small chores I can do in my free time for them, etc. [more inside]
help computer
How much should I worry about laptop heat with a Macbook Pro? [more inside]
ABCs of sex? B is for BDSM?
Book-Filter! I'm trying to find the name of a book about love / relationships that I only heard about on an NPR interview. The book was written out in "a is for," "b is for" alphabet style talking about dark (the excerpt he read was very dark) and light parts of relationships, sex and love. [more inside]
posted by stratastar at 8:17 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by stratastar at 8:17 PM PST - 2 comments
Neurostar TMS therapy (depression)?
Neurostar TMS therapy (depression)? [more inside]
How do I get my friend to follow her doctors orders and check in with me everyday?
My friend--who is in her late 60s--just received doctor's orders that she should be checking in with someone, or someone should be checking in with her, every day. The problem is that she refuses to do so. [more inside]
indie/college music song filter: what song is this?!?
please help me find this song: the local college radio station just played a song, shazam jammed on me, they aren't answering the phone and the online playlists haven't been updated! [more inside]
posted by ps_im_awesome at 7:02 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by ps_im_awesome at 7:02 PM PST - 4 comments
Process documentation service?
I need a professional process documentation service in the central / South Florida area. [more inside]
What would you do if you felt you were the subject of untrue gossip?
What would you do if you feel you're being gossiped about? [more inside]
Switching mid pitch
New listing agent doesn't want to present our offer until his client has had the opportunity to go back to the bank and then maybe submit an offer next week. Our offer expires tomorrow night and our realtor has reminded him so. [more inside]
AccountingFilter: ready to get my act together. How?
I'm self-employed. How do I keep my books when I've never kept any books? [more inside]
I'm already imagining these people in their underwear...
My band has a big gig tomorrow night and for the first time ever, I am a little anxious about performing. What are some simple ways to stay relaxed and have fun on stage? [more inside]
Like Reel Director, but for a Windows Laptop?
I need suggestions for a video editor for work. Issues are: many formats, and I don't think the boss will go for buying me an iPad, which would be my first choice. [more inside]
What travel insurance should I get?
What travel insurance should I purchase for three months in the Caribbean? [more inside]
Any experiences with Breakthroughs personal growth workshop?
Any experiences with Breakthroughs personal growth workshop, or a similar program? Special snowflake details inside. [more inside]
gifts for a smart kid?
Presents for a 12-year old boy? [more inside]
My Reasons
How to respond when family members ask why I don't want to move back to my hometown after university? [more inside]
posted by sincerely-s at 5:45 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by sincerely-s at 5:45 PM PST - 19 comments
Movies about bored or jilted people who go on adventures
Looking for movies that highlight middle/upperclass people who go on character-building adventures that change their lives. [more inside]
posted by Laura Macbeth at 5:41 PM PST - 45 comments
posted by Laura Macbeth at 5:41 PM PST - 45 comments
Please recommend a kitchen compost bucket...
Please recommend a kitchen compost bucket... [more inside]
iPhone Switch
Help me get my domain name back from a squatter.
I want to buy my real name's .com domain name (e.g. johnsmith.com). It expires on August 28 and is currently owned by Oversee Domain Management. How can I get my domain back? [more inside]
Sharing files across multiple platforms
Sharing pdfs with multiple users on iPhone and Android platforms. Dropbox the only option? [more inside]
Driving in California with an Out-of-state drivers license a criminal offense?
I was recently pulled over for having expired tags. The police officer gave me a fix it ticket for the tags, but he also gave me a ticket to schedule a court date for a misdemeanor charge of driving in California with an out-of-state drivers license.
I looked up the legalities, and the California DMV does state that you need to get a new drivers license after 10 days of being in the state of California. I have been driving with my Idaho license here for over a year.
I have scheduled the court date and now I am worried. Is there anything I can do to get out of this? What would be my best course of action?
posted by digdan at 3:23 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by digdan at 3:23 PM PST - 9 comments
Beach!
Trip ideas for my mom and me next weekend? NYC area, fairly accessible, beach preferred, and we'd like to stay two nights. Please help! [more inside]
How to support my family while my sister recovers?
My sister just got out of the hospital and I want to offer my family some support. Need suggestions and insights. [more inside]
Pursuing a graduate degree in an unrelated field?
What are my best options for pursuing a graduate degree in a field completely orthogonal to my bachelors degree? [more inside]
posted by satori_movement at 2:55 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by satori_movement at 2:55 PM PST - 5 comments
What camera should I get?
I want a new digital camera. Amazon has the Sony DSC-HX5V for $190. Is it worth it? [more inside]
posted by wayland at 2:48 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by wayland at 2:48 PM PST - 7 comments
Where can I exchange Côte d'Ivoire francs for U.S. Dollars?
My mom recently returned from the Ivory Coast with about 50,000 XOF (=~$100). However, she hasn't found anywhere that will accept the XOF and pay her USD. She has tried Wells Fargo, American Express travel exchange, and Travelex, with no success anywhere. Does anyone know who will accept XOF for exchange?
posted by rjacobs at 2:35 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by rjacobs at 2:35 PM PST - 8 comments
A countertop dishwasher for all my woe?
What do you know about countertop dishwashers?
What should *I* know about them before purchasing one?
Where can I find a selection (or heck, even 1) in stock at a brick'n'mortar here in Los Angeles?
and, barring a local retailer, Which countertop dishwasher should I buy online? [more inside]
posted by carsonb at 2:31 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by carsonb at 2:31 PM PST - 12 comments
Can you help name my sister's and my beauty blog?
Can you help name my sister's and my new beauty product review blog? [more inside]
Is freezing warts off with a computer duster a really stupid idea?
Is this car safe to drive?
I was planning on driving Mrs. Primate and Messrs Primates Jr to JFK tomorrow (45 minutes one way, no traffic), but we had a little accident yesterday. Details inside. [more inside]
posted by digitalprimate at 2:14 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by digitalprimate at 2:14 PM PST - 5 comments
Where can I toss a caber near the Bay?
How do I lick this weight problem for good?
How do I break the gain/lose/gain cycle? [more inside]
what do strippers look like?
What do strippers look like? [more inside]
Meetings suck because we always have to say everything twice, yelling the second time.
Please help me find the best telephone conferencing hardware for our conference room. [more inside]
What to do when you accidentally say I love you.
I accidentally said "I love you" to the guy I've been dating for 3 weeks, and now I feel awkward. [more inside]
what can i do for a sister in a bad situation?
How can I best support a sister who is getting divorced? [more inside]
Are you listening to the Drill Channel, or do we have (another) situation here?
When the police drill through to insert a surveillance camera, how do they do it stealthily? [more inside]
A paint-by-number cake?
My mom used to make these great birthday cakes using neat shaped pans and then simple icing rosettes for the color patterns. [more inside]
Quickest path from AS to BS with lots of experience?
I've got an Associates and 14 years experience. Do I need a BS? [more inside]
Who is this?
How to prepare sea salt
I harvested some sea salt recently from oceanside
It is quite wet so I want to dry it out
I know i could do it in the oven, but anyone have any idea how best to do it in the sun? only a few pounds...
posted by dougiedd at 1:08 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by dougiedd at 1:08 PM PST - 7 comments
I feel the earth move under my feet: should I see a doctor now?
Do I need to go to the doctor because of a few moments of intense vertigo? I mean, is it an early sign of a brain tumor? Or is it a symptom of something that's going to go away on its own? Anyone have comments on the seriousness of balance loss as a symptom? [more inside]
posted by slidell at 1:02 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by slidell at 1:02 PM PST - 16 comments
Can you tell me how a website with sidenotes was made?
I need to have a site that looks just like this one (which appeared on MeFi the other day). It's just perfect for a project I have been working on. Can you help me figure out how he did it? [more inside]
What are the best website/blog tips that don't immediately come to mind?
What are the best website/blog tips that don't immediately come to mind? I'm relaunching a website and want to make sure I do it right both technically and financially... (more details inside) [more inside]
IQ testing in Columbus
Where can I get my IQ professionally tested (in Columbus, Ohio)? [more inside]
How to ethically blog from inside the ivory tower
Professors, journalistis, writers, lend me your brain: is it ethically okay for me to professionally blog about my grad school program? [more inside]
posted by smirkette at 12:02 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by smirkette at 12:02 PM PST - 10 comments
My legs & feet are swelling up presumably from too much sitting at a desk.
I work at a desk 10 to 12 hours a day. Lately, I've been noticing lately that my calves, feet, and ankles seem swollen. I'm not in any pain and don't feel any difference, apart from my shoes being a bit tight.
Besides taking periodic breaks and walking around/stretching, what else can I do to reduce the swelling? I get daily exercise, but I'm sure the long periods of sitting in front of a computer are contributing to this.
Laptop is great, desktop is crawling.
I'm at the end of my tether trying to sort out this internet connectivity issue. [more inside]
posted by lazaruslong at 11:57 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by lazaruslong at 11:57 AM PST - 16 comments
What, Jane Doe doesn't get her own mention?
We're currently addressing wedding invitations. For reasons both personal and political, I really really hate the practice of addressing things to Dr. and Mrs. John Doe. Will it be stupid or scandalous or silly if we go with Dr. and Mrs. John and Jane Doe? Or just John and Jane Doe? [more inside]
posted by Hwaet at 11:55 AM PST - 37 comments
posted by Hwaet at 11:55 AM PST - 37 comments
Pen shiny. Me like.
Where can I get fluorescent green translucent polypropylene suitable for injection-molding a case with a living hinge? Failing that, what is the industry term for this luminescent/fluorescent effect? [more inside]
posted by designbot at 11:50 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by designbot at 11:50 AM PST - 4 comments
People Who Have Come Back from the Brink
Looking for stories of people who have recovered from situations of extreme duress (physical, emotional, psychological). [more inside]
Hey Typing Nerds!
I've been using computers for fifteen years at this point, and I still don't understand the difference between UTF-8 and ASCII. For someone who works primarily in Linux and likes to read, write and manipulate text, but doesn't care much about non-standard symbols, what's the functional difference between UTF-8 and ASCII, and what do I need to know about these two systems in order to choose what to save my text files in and how to prevent my documents from getting screwed up?
posted by Apropos of Something at 11:47 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Apropos of Something at 11:47 AM PST - 9 comments
Creating a Google map without the map part
I need to build a map on a webpage that acts pretty much just like google maps (zoomable, scrollable, pins that have popups (with hyperlinks) when clicked) but it's not a physical map. It'll look more like an org chart. Are there any javascript packages out there that do this? [more inside]
posted by nushustu at 11:39 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by nushustu at 11:39 AM PST - 4 comments
Best POP e-mail provider?
Can you give me a good recommendation for a reliable, cheap-ish POP3 e-mail hosting solution? [more inside]
posted by stennieville at 11:32 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by stennieville at 11:32 AM PST - 9 comments
rollin', rollin', rollin'...
I need help calculating toll expenses for a car trip between NY and NJ. [more inside]
posted by clockzero at 11:02 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by clockzero at 11:02 AM PST - 14 comments
Fine dining on the Rock
Where should we eat while we're in St. John's, Newfoundland? [more inside]
From things that bump and grind in the night, may the good RMT deliver me
I grind my teeth in my sleep. A friend of mine who is an Registered Massage Therapist ("RMT") tells me that even though I have a night guard I'll destroy the discs in my jaw by grinding, that the fact that my jaw clicks when it opens and shuts is VERY BAD, and that I need to get to an RMT pronto. The dentists at the clinic I go to claim they've never heard of massage as a cure for grinding. So I have two questions: is my RMT friend right, and if so, can you recommend a Toronto-area (preferably central or west-end) RMT who has specialized training in TMJ issues?
Specialty Cocktail for the Fall
Cocktail suggestions? If you are normally a manhattan/old fashioned drinker in the winter (and a gin and tonic/gimlet drinker in the summer), and you needed to pick a specialty cocktail to be served in your honor at an autumn cocktail hour, but it could not be a manhattan or old fashioned, what would you pick? [more inside]
Good, durable rainboots?
The rainy season is upon us where I live. What rainboots will I not regret purchasing three months in? [more inside]
Should I do this program in sexuality education?
Should I do this certificate program in sexuality education? [more inside]
I don't want a fabulous coat-parachute, thanks!
Fellow short/petite women, please tell me your favorite winter coat brands, styles, and sources! I need a new classic, black wool winter coat, and I mostly do the sales/consignment/discount/online shop thing. [more inside]
posted by Rosie M. Banks at 9:47 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Rosie M. Banks at 9:47 AM PST - 14 comments
Questions about biology from the movie Rise of the Planet of the Apes
Questions about biology, genes, humans and apes, courtesy of the movie Rise of the Planet of the Apes. SPOILERS WITHIN. [more inside]
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 9:47 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 9:47 AM PST - 8 comments
We need to talk, just not sure about what
Is this a case of relationship failure to launch or am I just clueless about the pace of a normal relationship? [more inside]
Creepy or Nice? How to tell the difference!
Dating Filter: Is he creepy or just nice? [more inside]
Help me find music like what I've heard at Ottawa's Heart and Crown pub.
Help me find music like what I've heard at Ottawa's Heart and Crown pub. [more inside]
posted by DorothySmith at 9:28 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by DorothySmith at 9:28 AM PST - 9 comments
Sweeter dreams
I like a whisky nightcap from time to time. Does it make sense to take a calcium / magnesium carbonate-type antacid (Rennies, Tums, Rolaids) at bedtime to neutralise the impact the whisky might have on the GI tract, even though I have no symptoms of heartburn or indigestion? I would sort of think it might make no difference at all - that these are sometimes even recommended as a dietary supplement - but I am aware that alcohol is a risk factor in upper GI cancers and I wonder if it might be a useful preventative.
Really make the bed a bed.
How can I decorate my daughter's new bed? [more inside]
I love you, you're perfect, now change.
How do I deal with my partner drastically changing his appearance in response to his baldness, and the way it affects my attraction to him? [more inside]
Why are laser pointers cheaper than laser pointer batteries?
We have young indoor cats who require constant stimulation, and of course that means that having a working laser pointer on hand at all times is essential. I can get laser pointers really cheap ($1.49) at the dollar store, with batteries included. But if I just want to replace the batteries it costs an arm and a leg. What gives?
posted by aunt_winnifred at 9:01 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by aunt_winnifred at 9:01 AM PST - 12 comments
Thinking of releasing a mouse.... inside.
If I release rodents inside my dwelling, will they lead me out? [more inside]
posted by LowellLarson at 8:52 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by LowellLarson at 8:52 AM PST - 12 comments
Fishing novice seeking some safety advice
I went fishing with my friends for the first time last week. I enjoyed it. Help me fill in the gaps on safety though for the next that I go. Will gloves help? [more inside]
posted by DetriusXii at 8:44 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by DetriusXii at 8:44 AM PST - 9 comments
Massage Questions (sorry no snarky title)
First time massage.
It's a legit massage. I'm a guy, I wonder if I should get a guy or a girl to do it? Not sure which would be more awkward really. What is the norm for this sort of thing?
Also, what are the norms of tipping? I can barely tip functionally at restaurants without getting anxious. I don't even know where to begin with what to tip for a massage.
posted by Napierzaza at 8:42 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by Napierzaza at 8:42 AM PST - 26 comments
Help me with a catchy name for our charity rummage/craft sale
I'm organizing a benefit sale for Spay and Neuter Syracuse (SANS), a low cost non-profit spay neuter clinic. It will be held in donated space in a local mall, for one day. Probably Sept 10, though we are trying to get a later date. We are planning on selling nicer newer rummage sale type stuff - books, gift items, crafts. We need a fun name that will help people understand what it is. I had thought about Flea Market for Cats and Dogs but that isn't quite it. Can you help?
posted by Melsky at 8:38 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Melsky at 8:38 AM PST - 6 comments
I just wanna keep going
Working my way up to my first century ride (using this plan: it's a .pdf). It's three weeks away. Training's going well and I know I'll be able to finish, but what do I do next? [more inside]
Austin to Minneapolis move?
Thinking of moving from Austin to Minneapolis for a job. What do I need to know and what should I look at in my one free day there to look around? [more inside]
posted by jopreacher at 8:26 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by jopreacher at 8:26 AM PST - 11 comments
An alien blew up my brain!
Please help me remember the name of an old scifi novel about an alien that sucks knowledge out of other people's brains, killing them. [more inside]
Soccer is no holding the ball right?
Eight 4 year old boys + no SOCCER coach = me stepping up...Help! [more inside]
stockroom safety issue
My workplace seems to deal with storage in a way that is unsafe: we have boxes stacked to the ceiling (one box on top of the other, not layered like brick) along several walls and shallow crates and flat boxes stacked to the ceiling in an area at least 6' on each side without any sort of support other than the containers everything is in. Is this normal for stockrooms and warehouses? If not, how can I do something about it? [more inside]
Fast std clinic in toronto?
GTA: Fast and/or anonymous STD check in Toronto? Can anyone recommend a clinic in Toronto that has fast results on STD tests? I spoke with the Hassle Free clinic and they sound great but results take 2 weeks. Anyone do it faster? Price is not an issue. Emails can be sent to anoninto at gmail. Thanks!
UK slosh pipe
I want to build a slosh pipe but I'm in England and have no idea where I can get the end caps without paying a lot more than the US sites suggest this should cost. Ideas?
Met with a minor accident (lady hit my parked car). Should I call insurance or take care of this myself?
A lady hit my car when it was parked at a mall. I have her insurance details and she is willing to take responsibility.
My dilemma is this:
- Even though this is a minor accident (scrath on the side) its going to show up on carfax as a accident - Correct??? [more inside]
Capitalism Getting Me Down Low
I have been unemployed for a long time, and I can no longer handle the minimum payment for my credit card. It's a Chase card, and my checking account is also Chase. If I stop paying my card, and hope to negotiate a lower interest rate (it's 29.9% and I haven't put a penny on the card in years, just keep paying off the interest month after month), can Chase somehow take money from (or otherwise harm) my checking account? [more inside]
NY metro area dressmaker
Please help me turn this beautiful fabric into beautiful clothing. [more inside]
When is it SPD and when is it a toddler being a toddler?
How do you know your toddler may have SPD vs a toddler being a toddler? [more inside]
Bohemia in Despotic countries?
I'm interested in books about 'underground' or 'bohemian' sub-cultures in despotic regimes. Artists, musicians, intellectuals, or even party kids or 'hippies'. I know there's a ton of these about the Soviet sphere, but I'm also interested in ones in Islamic countries or Asian countries or South America. Fiction or Non-Fiction is fine.
best web software to sell books?
Best software/scripts to sell books online and offline. [more inside]
Decent Work for Decent Pay
Non-retail-counter jobs for a school-bound 18 year old? [more inside]
posted by solarion at 6:08 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by solarion at 6:08 AM PST - 28 comments
Best Scifi Blog Ever
What is the best science fiction blog? [more inside]
posted by freshwater at 5:29 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by freshwater at 5:29 AM PST - 10 comments
Sleeping woes with a 9m old
Failing at getting a nine month old to sleep. Help! [more inside]
White stiletoes and Ford Escorts
I need a picture of a typical 80's Essex Man's car. I refuse to believe there are no pictures of this online. [more inside]
posted by Helga-woo at 5:20 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Helga-woo at 5:20 AM PST - 10 comments
is there any such thing as a retro mobile?
Australian mobile phone/cellphone for vision impaired person? [more inside]
Let's Make a Deal
How can I get the best deal on a car? Based on my previous question, I haven't decided if I am going to buy or lease. For either path, what techniques and tactics should I employ to get the best deal. Where can I find reliable information on prices? Do I play dealers off of one another? This question is not about buying vs. leasing. Let's just assume I am going to buy one car and lease another. How do I get the best deal on both?
It wasn't really that nice knowing you...
How can I comfort the loved ones of a dying person I don't like? And the dying person themselves? Snowflake details inside. [more inside]
posted by katyggls at 4:05 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by katyggls at 4:05 AM PST - 26 comments
Paging Charlton Heston.
According to the newswires, Japan was just rattled by a magnitude 6.8 quake, causing a temporary shutdown of the Shinkansen. Are the aftershocks from the 3/11 quake still coming in hot and heavy? How large are recent tremors, and how are people responding when they hit? [more inside]
American Lawyering in the UK?
Any ideas on how an American lawyer can find a job in the UK? [more inside]
What to do in Brunei
What should I do with myself during a ten hour stopover in Brunei?
Help me train to run the 800 meter dash for a college-wide competition 3 months away
Help me train to run and win the 800 meter dash for a college-wide competition 3 months away [more inside]
Help me find happiness! Literally!
I'm looking for fiction that is short(ish) and has happiness as a theme. By happiness, I mean any of the following: factors influencing happiness, someone gaining/losing happiness, pondering the meaning of happiness, money causing/preventing happiness, thinking something will make you happier and it does or doesn't, etc. Snowflake details inside. [more inside]
August 18
My father has a sibling he never knew about
Should I tell my father that he has a sibling who was given up for adoption? [more inside]
Pick A Place To Party
I want to rent an event space in NYC. Where do I start? It's basically a wedding reception without the wedding, I'd like it to hold about eighty people, with an open bar and using my own caterers. It should be three hours booked at least. I'd like it in Manhattan but totally open to nearer Brooklyn and Queens. What do I need to know and where should I go in getting a space for late October? [more inside]
October Vacation, hopefully on a beach
"Romantic" vacation ideas for October? Departing from central Ohio. [more inside]
At least I'm not on the OTHER end of this affair
So I just learned I'm a creditor in a bankruptcy case. NOW what? [more inside]
Looking for an outdoor sound system for my camp at Burning Man.
My camp has this giant tarp on poles to protect us from the desert sun. My wife has decorated it romantically. Now I feel like it needs sound. Am I dreaming, wishing of speakers to put around the outside of our shade structure, pointing in? That don't cost a lot of money? That can withstand the sun? That have decent sound and some clear bass? That has an iPod dock? I have a generator for AC power, though a battery option would be nice (but not a requirement!) and I don't mind using speaker wire, so iwireless or not, fine with me.
posted by DesmondDoomsday at 10:17 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by DesmondDoomsday at 10:17 PM PST - 10 comments
So what can I make with this Le Creuset "french" oven?
[cooking filter] Simple but awesome vegetarian (or pescatarian) recipes using a Le Creuset french oven? [more inside]
posted by perkinite at 9:38 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by perkinite at 9:38 PM PST - 11 comments
unemployment question
gf is currently experiencing what appears to be an audit from the California EDD. What to expect? How screwed are we? [more inside]
Unexplained phenomena: Does anyone have experience with "things that go bump in the night"?
Unexplained phenomena: Does anyone have experience with "things that go bump in the night"? [more inside]
posted by ragtimepiano at 9:00 PM PST - 51 comments
posted by ragtimepiano at 9:00 PM PST - 51 comments
What's it like to be a graphic/web designer at 40+?
I've been on the graphic/web design path for the last 10 years. I am burnt out. When I look into the future of my field, it's dreary due to outsourcing and automation. It also seems like older designers are almost non-existent (except for the very accomplished, established ones) and that it's more the younger generation's game. [more inside]
Vietnamese laptop in the US??
I need a laptop from Vietnam to work on US outlets....I'm talking long term use. Is it possible to change the power cord, or is it strictly a power converter, and if so what? [more inside]
posted by texas_blissful at 7:31 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by texas_blissful at 7:31 PM PST - 9 comments
pew pew pew
What is the most fun thing to shoot a gun at? [more inside]
Should I let my team watch tv at work?
Am I being too nice by letting my team watch tv at work? [more inside]
Choose my own fonts in Chrome?
Is there an extension that lets use my own font choices in Chrone? Firefox has an option that doesn't let web sites choose fonts and I want something like that. There's one called Plainclothes and it does too many other things.
Bacterial vaginosis during pregnancy
Bacterial Vaginosis during pregnancy, is Flagyl safe? [more inside]
We know, we know... anything but WotW and The Shadow!
My friends and I are interested in recreating some radio plays in podcast form. We need a lot of information! [more inside]
posted by two lights above the sea at 6:36 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by two lights above the sea at 6:36 PM PST - 1 comment
ATM deposits must be discrete from withdrawals, why?
Why is it that when I make a deposit to my bank, using an ATM, it must be a separate transaction from any other transactions? [more inside]
posted by sciencegeek at 6:07 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by sciencegeek at 6:07 PM PST - 15 comments
Recommend a driving instructor or school in north inner London
Recommend a driving instructor or school in north inner London (Camden/Westminster area). [more inside]
Water heater entraining water in exhaust flue
Why is my water heater not working, and why is it throwing out exhaust gas entrained with cold water? [more inside]
posted by drollix at 5:29 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by drollix at 5:29 PM PST - 3 comments
Pow! Freowwww! Games to test out my new rig with?
I got a new PC a few months ago. I like to think that it's a good build, but I never play any games on it anyway besides minecraft because I already had an Xbox and there's nothing coming out until christmas. What are some games/demos I can get (for free) that I can try on it to really get a sense of how good of a gaming rig it is - and if I should start buying PC games, or stick to xbox games? [more inside]
Kiddie shows without the goofy voices?
What are some good English-language TV shows for toddlers where the characters aren't speaking in overly affected voices? [more inside]
posted by holterbarbour at 5:03 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by holterbarbour at 5:03 PM PST - 25 comments
What should I sing for my choral audition?
I'm auditioning for a spot in a 'master chorale' next week. The audition calls for two 'contrasting songs'. What to choose? [more inside]
Pins & needles everywhere
Tingling/burning sensations as well as fatigue and heartburn for the past few days. Seeing a doctor next week, but curious what this could be and if I should rush myself to the ER. [more inside]
Jesus was a swinger?!
I'm looking for reputable (i.e. with citations/bibilographies) histories or studies about the evolution of sexuality within the Judeo-Christian religions. [more inside]
posted by Doleful Creature at 4:11 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Doleful Creature at 4:11 PM PST - 12 comments
Can you recommend me a mail forwarding service?
Can you recommend me a mail forwarding service? Details inside. [more inside]
Caulk Sucker
Indoor/Outdoor Acrylic Latex Caulk around a tub - bad idea? [more inside]
posted by plinth at 3:58 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by plinth at 3:58 PM PST - 5 comments
Rover rover mechanic, please come over...
Need reliable, dependable, honest Range Rover mechanic near or around Waldoboro, Maine [more inside]
posted by littleredwagon at 3:54 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by littleredwagon at 3:54 PM PST - 6 comments
After hearing a really moving piece, I'm looking to get into choral music.
I recently stumbled upon this piece by John Tavener. It really gets going at the 2:20 mark. I love the rich chords and, at times, heavy bass of the piece. I want to get into this choral music, whether it is old Gregorian chant stuff or contemporary, but I don't know where to start! Anyone have any recommendations to start off with?
Please offer advice as I consider checking myself into a psych ward.
It has been recommended to me by my therapist to check myself into a pysch hospital this weekend. I have depression, and I am in a severe down cycle that has not been triggered by any outside situations. Additionally, I am a recovering alcoholic with 9 months sober. My capacity for self-harm is high. I am looking for advise on checking in, warnings, experiences, etc. [more inside]
"Expedited" NYS non-driver ID?
How do I "expedite" a New York State non-driver ID? [more inside]
Please help me advocate for myself medically.
Please help me bolster my courage and come up with a plan. I am losing hope after being told once again that it's "all in my head" and to go to a psychiatrist. [more inside]
Exporting photos from lapsed Flickr Pro account
How do I get my old photos off of Flickr without paying a $25 ransom? [more inside]
Get me out of my book contract!
Attention professors and people in the book biz: How can I get out of a book contract with an academic press? [more inside]
Baseball 101
Help me (simply) explain the game of baseball to a group of Europeans here for a conference (11 countries represented). [more inside]
posted by meindee at 3:09 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by meindee at 3:09 PM PST - 6 comments
What sounds sound like no other sound?
A coworker bouncing a ping pong ball on his desk today made me think, "There is nothing else that sound could ever be confused for." Are there any other sounds that are unmistakeable for anything else?
posted by aquanet at 3:09 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by aquanet at 3:09 PM PST - 38 comments
"But you've already done a first year."
[UK-specific] With the Student Loans Company claiming he's not eligible for his first year of university funding, how can my friend appeal his case before the start of the coming academic year? [more inside]
I don't trust my trustee.
This is a question about an inherited estate and a trustee that I suspect is not acting in my best interests. [more inside]
Kink resources for my therapist?
My therapist is not kink-aware, but she'd like to be. Can you point me to some good reading materials for her? [more inside]
I suck at blowjobs
How do I give better blowjobs? [more inside]
Mom and dad are going out ... but where?
Fun, early-evening date nights in San Francisco for exhausted parents a wannabe-romantic married couple? [more inside]
posted by CruiseSavvy at 2:49 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by CruiseSavvy at 2:49 PM PST - 13 comments
Help with gifts - for co-worker & sister
Help - I need help with presents (or should I even give them?) - 1. co-worker, 2. sister! [more inside]
to comma or not?
Genie in a box
Less expensive dust-cover for Pro-Ject RM 1.3 (aka "the Genie")? [more inside]
posted by activitystory at 2:11 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by activitystory at 2:11 PM PST - 2 comments
Free or nearly-free ways to make our home pleasant?
Free or nearly-free ways to make our home pleasant? [more inside]
Why were so many black people involved in the England rioting?
Awkward Filter: Why were the recent UK riots/looting seemingly dominated by black people? [more inside]
posted by dougrayrankin at 1:29 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by dougrayrankin at 1:29 PM PST - 17 comments
Calling all architects!
In what architectural style was the Grand Palais in Paris designed/built? [more inside]
posted by Felicity Rilke at 1:19 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Felicity Rilke at 1:19 PM PST - 4 comments
A lot of Woody Woodpeckers in a lot of drawers?
Looking for a Woody Woodpecker scene! [more inside]
My boyfriend is an emotionally healthy person with situationally appropriate emotional responses! How do I deal with that?
After years of not-quite-emotionally-healthy surroundings, I'm usually tense and awkward around people when they get angry because I'm expecting them to inevitably turn their anger towards me. My boyfriend totally doesn't do that! But now I realize that I don't know what normal people are supposed to do when their S.O. is frustrated. [more inside]
posted by sometimes_a_pony at 1:16 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by sometimes_a_pony at 1:16 PM PST - 13 comments
Boom boom crash crash without the hassle
Where can I play drums without annoying people? [more inside]
posted by the matching mole at 12:40 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by the matching mole at 12:40 PM PST - 11 comments
Looking for tips and resources around using a SSD for a Windows XP Pro boot drive, cloned from my existing XP installation.
Looking for tips and resources around using a SSD for a Windows XP Pro boot drive, cloned from my existing XP installation. [more inside]
posted by schmoppa at 12:06 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by schmoppa at 12:06 PM PST - 11 comments
Sharp AR-M620 driver install no longer works (XP)
Sharp AR-M620 driver no longer installs on windows XP, it used to!! Now, no printer shows up at all. Any idea why this is happening? [more inside]
Which is the best version of the book?
Which is the definitive (original/best) version/edition to read of your favourite books? [more inside]
posted by manny_calavera at 10:38 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by manny_calavera at 10:38 AM PST - 16 comments
Steeeeeeve Albiiiiiiiniiiiiii
Long shot: Every time I hear Steve Albini's name, I think "Steeeeeeeeve Albiiiiiiiniiiiiiii!" I know it is from something. Does anybody know what? [more inside]
posted by functionequalsform at 10:37 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by functionequalsform at 10:37 AM PST - 6 comments
Recommend baking sheets that don't flex?
Please recommend good baking sheets that won't flex. [more inside]
posted by kristi at 10:22 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by kristi at 10:22 AM PST - 18 comments
Saving xps files as pdf
I want to save documents as pdf files instead of xps files in using Windows 7 print utility. There's a plug in from Microsoft to do it in Office 2007 programs, but I want to do it with other programs, specifically accounting software. Anyone know a plug in to do this?
posted by Keith Talent at 9:55 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Keith Talent at 9:55 AM PST - 10 comments
If it's really "location, location, location," show me some locations.
Since Google Maps ended its real estate search function in February 2011, have any of you found a good replacement? I can't find anything like it. [more inside]
posted by resurrexit at 9:45 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by resurrexit at 9:45 AM PST - 13 comments
What's the best iPad app for IP cameras
What's the best iPad app for viewing surveillance cameras? [more inside]
Help my workouts away from home!
Help me find the perfect Crossfit iPhone app! (Snowflake details inside) [more inside]
Cross train or jump ship...?
It looks like my webdev employer has decided to move from PHP to JSP. Is it time to learn a new language or time to move on...? [more inside]
It's time.
Advice for finding a therapist in Seattle? [more inside]
My eyes surely do deceive me...
Can wearing glasses with the wrong prescription for an extended period of time affect the accuracy of a new eye exam? [more inside]
Arizona or Bust!
Leaving tomorrow for Scottsdale.
We are driving from Seattle, through Utah. We'll have at least one night in Zion, visit Bryce....and hopefully a night in Sedona. (Skipping the Grand Canyon, went there last year) Any suggestions on things we ought not miss? I love fun restaurants, food trucks, roadside attractions. Thanks for your help!
posted by jennstra at 9:25 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by jennstra at 9:25 AM PST - 16 comments
Mystery diagnosis: What would make my mom allergic to my kids?
For the past two years, every (~8) time my mother and my immediate family (wife, three kids) have visited, my mother is struck with significant gastrointestinal distress somewhere between 12 and 84 hours later, most usually 60 hours (that is, 5 a.m. on the third morning), that lasts about two days. My mom is generally well and never suffers this ailment at any other time. [more inside]
Spanish class for 6 year old?
FtWorth filter: Where can I find a spanish class for my 6 year old?
We are not Spanish speakers, so I cannot teach her myself
Who is the best mobile phone carrier in Dublin?
My cousin is moving to Dublin to go to medical school in two weeks. When he gets there, he wants to sign up for a mobile phone plan. He intends to get an iPhone 4 (not negotiable), and cannot wait until the 5 is announced for prices to drop. But which carrier does he go with? [more inside]
Enough with the fattie jokes
How do I suggest to an elderly relative that he stop insulting me every time he sees me? [more inside]
Anyone recorded an album with venture capital? Please tell me all!
I'm in a band, and we're being courted by a fairly senior guy in the music industry. He's suggesting that rather than signing ourselves away to a major, we fund the first 18 months (so album recording, tour, publicity etc) we get funding from venture capitalists. Does anyone have any experience with this, or have any links for further reading on this? The music industry can be an unforgiving environment, and I want to know as much as possible independently to our potential manager...
Quote about marriage
Help me remember a quote about marriage. [more inside]
posted by allelopath at 8:30 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by allelopath at 8:30 AM PST - 6 comments
Is craig's list safe for buying tickets?
Are Craig's list ticket sellers a fraud? [more inside]
Financing on 10 year old car?
Best way to get a loan for an 8-10 year old car? My bank won't finance anything over 7 years old, and I'm not sure I trust dealer financing. [more inside]
Finding science toys in UK?
Long ago I found a British online shop selling cool "science toys". It had things like aerogel, although I'm not sure if it actually sold aerogel. One thing I specifically remember is a "trick pen" where it looked like there was no way for the button on the top to do anything, and the centre section was 4 thin metal rods. The rods were actually hollow and contained a wire that transmitted the force. Help me find it again! [more inside]
I can haz phone skillz?
I work for a financial services firm dealing with high-net-worth clients and I have been tasked with helping a new-ish (young) male co-worker with his client service phone skills. [more inside]
posted by Mysticalchick at 7:54 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Mysticalchick at 7:54 AM PST - 10 comments
Help me make my blog just a little more popular.
For the sake of my ego and my ego alone, I want to make my pop culture blog just a little more popular without busting my hump or turning it into a second job. [more inside]
Inexpensive/safe hotels in Wash DC?
Washington DC hotel recommendations? [more inside]
Fiction book about generational suicides?
Looking for the title of a book that I read in the mid 90's. It is a "fanciful" fictional book about a family (generations of family) end up committing suicide in very strange ways. [more inside]
Free Remote-Desktop S/W For My Blackberry?
I'm looking for free remote-desktop software for my BlackBerry Curve 3G, similar to LogMeIn (which is free, but not not compatible) and RDM+ (which is compatible, but $39.95). Any ideas? Thanks much.
What to do with the giant mystery dirt pile in my basement?
The Mystery of the Basement Burial Mound — sticks and stones, bricks and bones (and now cat poop!): what do I do about a giant pile of rocks and debris in my basement? [more inside]
posted by Deathalicious at 7:18 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by Deathalicious at 7:18 AM PST - 33 comments
A Space Souvenir must be good for something!
Fine me a project! A friend visited the Kennedy Space Center a year or so ago, and brought back souvenirs – I now own a 4x4 tile made of the same (silicon? ceramic?) insulating material that protected the Space Shuttle. Is there anything I can do with this other than admire it? [more inside]
What to do with a liter of slightly dirty olive oil?
What to do with a liter of slightly dirty olive oil? [more inside]
Where can I park my car cheaply for ten days near 11231 (Brooklyn, NY)?
Where can I park my car cheaply for ten days near 11231 (Brooklyn, NY)? [more inside]
Is a chaperoned friendship worth having?
I have a friend who isn't allowed to hang out with me unless his "female friend" (explanation inside) either grants permission or is present. And that "female friend" used to be my friend. But my friend is really, really cool; how can we remain friends when there's this unusual set of requirements? [more inside]
posted by Ashen at 6:47 AM PST - 59 comments
posted by Ashen at 6:47 AM PST - 59 comments
A crunchy shoulder that produces odd sensations?
I have a knot or something similar in my left shoulder. I've been trying to work it out in the last week, and now I'm feeling a sensation that's very peculiar. Can someone explain what's causing it? [more inside]
posted by ictow at 6:26 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ictow at 6:26 AM PST - 8 comments
Cheap licensed roof inspector in the Nashville, TN area
Cheap licensed roof inspector in the Nashville, TN area-
I am refinancing and the appraiser wants me to have a roof inspection before they will release an official appraisal the bank. Does anyone have a recommendation?
Name for error resulting from GPS sampling on curves?
Is there a proper name for errors in distance calculated by GPS logs resulting from a curving path not receiving enough samples to define it and thus being shortened? [more inside]
posted by c0nsumer at 6:06 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by c0nsumer at 6:06 AM PST - 7 comments
Make my skin happy!
I'm on the hunt for a new facial cleanser. I've found a fancy-dancy expensive one that I like, but before I commit to it, are there any drugstore brands worth trying out? [more inside]
posted by litnerd at 5:30 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by litnerd at 5:30 AM PST - 23 comments
how to get votes for a facebook video contest?
need some ideas for getting votes for a video contest on facebook. [more inside]
kitchen nightmares - UK and US version. why is there such a huge difference in quality?
kitchen nightmares - UK and US version. why is there such a huge difference in quality? [more inside]
posted by canned polar bear at 5:24 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by canned polar bear at 5:24 AM PST - 27 comments
Workbag suggestions
(Handbag-filter). I'm looking for a very specific handbag for work and travelling. My perfect bag would be a standard Mulberry Bayswater with a messenger strap so I can sling the bag over and have my hands free (very useful when in airports). [more inside]
Find an old DOS game
Blood test in NJ?
What are the best "fail" photos you have seen?
What are the best "fail" photos you have seen? [more inside]
How do i get rid of a dead car in Cambridge ma
Auto salvage around Cambridge, MA: I have a dead car, I would like to get rid of it and perhaps get a bit of cash. Do you have a specific recommendation? It's about the spammiest, unmanageably seedy topic that I've ever searched for and I would like personal recommendations. Everyone claims that they pay the most, I just want fast and easy to deal with-- any money is a bonus to having it over with. Hopefully today. Feel free to memail if you feel weird about public recommendations. Thanks!
Help me return my panama hat to Equador
It's hot. Damned hot. And I lose sunglasses. [more inside]
posted by PeterMcDermott at 2:21 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by PeterMcDermott at 2:21 AM PST - 12 comments
Laptop Audio to Amp
Hand-me-down electronics mix and match: laptop audio through amp? [more inside]
posted by maxwelton at 12:56 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by maxwelton at 12:56 AM PST - 11 comments
Mental Health and Career Prospects
Will a mental health diagnosis preclude me from entering certain careers in the field of engineering? [more inside]
All of the boys and all of the girls want to FPGA-me
Is there a way to directly download a coded configuration from an FPGA board to a computer? [more inside]
posted by kagredon at 12:10 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by kagredon at 12:10 AM PST - 5 comments
Remixed Love Is All You Need
Remixed/Remastered Beatles songs? I love the 1999 Yellow Submarine Songtrack versions of the songs. I know a few years ago we got a remastered catalogue but it doesn't have the same pop or zip as the Yellow Submarine Songtrack. Has anyone done a bootleg remixing/remastering with similar results to the Yellow Submarine Songtrack?
posted by tarvuz at 12:02 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by tarvuz at 12:02 AM PST - 4 comments
August 17
Standard Deviation stuffed plushie
Where have I seen a model of the Standard Deviation curve made into some kind of stuffed plushie? They were being made and sold online. [more inside]
posted by UsagiBride at 10:41 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by UsagiBride at 10:41 PM PST - 7 comments
Breweries and distilleries in Portland, OR?
Please recommend some breweries and distilleries that we could visit in Portland OR, with a focus on those that give tours. [more inside]
posted by rkent at 10:05 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by rkent at 10:05 PM PST - 10 comments
Legal wizards: How do I find out if these divorce papers are real?
Legal wizards: How do I find out if these divorce papers are real? [more inside]
posted by tamagogirl at 10:04 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by tamagogirl at 10:04 PM PST - 26 comments
anonymous emails
Looking for a simple arrangement for tenants in my building to communicate w/ each other, and to the Owner as well, anonymously, if they wish. We need to address some issues.
Users would need to have the ability to post w/out revealing their id's; and Owner can view, or the posts could be sent to him.
Is there something I could set up, anonymously, and let loose?
Tubby kitty troubles.
What can we do to get our largish cat to be more active? [more inside]
AT&T iPhone: DTMFA?
AT&T iPhone: DTMFA? [more inside]
Do I have a potential problem with aggressive behavior?
My adult female Rottweiler exhibited resource guarding aggression for the first time today. I am inclined to simply not give her the treat that made her growl ever again, but what else should I be doing to insure we don't have a problem? [more inside]
posted by msali at 8:55 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by msali at 8:55 PM PST - 11 comments
A solution so obvious, it must be wrong.
Why don't electric cars use smaller motors with multiple-speed transmissions? [more inside]
posted by davejay at 8:48 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by davejay at 8:48 PM PST - 15 comments
Experience with Stewart, Cooper, & Coon?
Does anyone have any experience with Stewart, Cooper, and Coon, an "executive placement" firm that helps you with your job search for a fee? [more inside]
When should I book my tickets to Bangkok/Singapore?
When is the best time to book tickets to Singapore or Bangkok? [more inside]
Cheap travel to Alaska
What is the cheapest way to get from the Pacific Northwest to Skagway, Alaska? [more inside]
Yo quiero entender mas.
Where and how to learn Spanish in Atlanta at a relatively low cost? [more inside]
Best tablet for basic reading?
Looking for a tablet recommendation, there are so many out there I can't figure out what I need. [more inside]
posted by gilsonal at 7:51 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by gilsonal at 7:51 PM PST - 11 comments
Return to natural sleep
Help me kick the Ambien habit. [more inside]
who knew moving with a car was so complicated
Some kind of sketchy questions about the legalities and insurance implications of moving from state to state and not switching car registrations over. [more inside]
Which computer do i pick?
What laptop should i replace my mac with? [more inside]
Lotsa copiers, what to use them for?
Imagine that you have multiple colour and black and white office size copiers/mfps at your disposal. What would you use them for?
Is it safe to eat seaweed from either Korea or Japan?
I love snacking on the roasted seasoned seaweed available at Costco - but is it safe to eat in light of the Fukushima meltdown? The only product information I can find says it is a product of Korea. Should I avoid eating seaweed originating from any particular location?
posted by invisible ink at 7:11 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by invisible ink at 7:11 PM PST - 9 comments
Work Social Skills for the Non-Socially Inclined
Social Skills filter: I'm looking for proper resources to learn social skills, especially around the workplace. Very much a special snowflake-type situation with lots of details inside. [more inside]
Meditation for a high-need kid
I'm looking for a very specific kind of therapy/mindfulness training for my kid. I'm in the SF Bay Area. [more inside]
Coffee Hazard Site!
Kindly advise me on setting up a hazmat site in my neighbor's cubicle! [more inside]
posted by nj_subgenius at 6:29 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by nj_subgenius at 6:29 PM PST - 24 comments
Mawage. Mawage is wot bwings us togeder tooday
What would be a good poem/saying/verse for a little boy of 8 to read at the wedding of his dad? Mom is trying to help but is stumped. [more inside]
posted by momochan at 6:19 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by momochan at 6:19 PM PST - 8 comments
The mushroom, of course!
I've always loved portabella mushroom sandwiches with roasted red peppers and some goat cheese. This week I discovered I also love portabella pizzas - substituting the mushroom cap as the crust of the pizza. Can you tell me more portabella recipes I might love? [more inside]
favourite vegetarian lasagne recipe?
Best vegetarian lasagne recipe? [more inside]
What is the poetry term for a type of rhyme?
Is there a word for a rhyme from *inside* one line to *inside* another line? Such as if the second word is line 1 is "car," and the second word in line 2 is "far"?
posted by maurreen at 5:10 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by maurreen at 5:10 PM PST - 9 comments
China / law filter:
Has anyone attended the Brigham-Kanner Property Rights Conference in Beijing? I'm not a lawyer or an academic, but I am interested in learning more about property rights in China. Should I attend?
Better-quality voice calling, complete with silences and breath sounds?
Is there any VOIP or other audio-chat-over-the-internet software that doesn't massively compress the audio and flatten quiet moments into complete silence? [more inside]
Fine Art Tattoo Advice
Looking for advice regarding a tattoo interpretation of this painting (Van Gogh's Almond Blossom). [more inside]
posted by i_am_a_fiesta at 4:10 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by i_am_a_fiesta at 4:10 PM PST - 7 comments
Pregnant & Fancy
Where can I find fantastic formal maternity gown? [more inside]
posted by BClady at 4:10 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by BClady at 4:10 PM PST - 14 comments
Looking for super simple recipes for the crockpot
I have a crockpot, need to eat at home more, and am really short on time. Anyone have recipes I could use? [more inside]
posted by reenum at 4:02 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by reenum at 4:02 PM PST - 20 comments
Half a day in Shenzhen?
Bedbugs vs lice (can't believe I'm rooting for lice)
The exterminator says it's a mild case of bedbugs. Is he almost certainly right? I don't have any bites and I don't want to go through an unnecessary fumigation. Could it be lice or something instead? [more inside]
posted by toomuchkatherine at 2:57 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by toomuchkatherine at 2:57 PM PST - 14 comments
ViSalus Science: color me skeptical
Please tell me everything you know about the ViSalus Science Program. [more inside]
Please enter your address for the 80th time.
I've an idea to take a group of industry standard PDF forms & build a website that allows you to enter your information once to populate all of the forms. The problem: how do I do that? [more inside]
posted by Apollo's Favorite Mistake at 1:25 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Apollo's Favorite Mistake at 1:25 PM PST - 6 comments
How to keep track of blog comments
What do you use to keep track of comments online? I've been using coComment for ages but it can be slow and it doesn't work with the recent Firefox upgrade. [more inside]
Where the nightlife in Reston, VA?
Where to go out in Reston, VA area? [more inside]
Batch COnvert Video Files
I need a program that will BATCH convert .wmv files to mpg or mp4 with the exact same quality as the original .wmv . Free or Paid. [more inside]
The only thing worse than a stressed-out bride is a stressed-out, HORMONAL bride
My skin is exploding with hormonal rage... and I'm getting married in 3.5 weeks. Help? [more inside]
What should I charge for a charity shopping event?
What should I charge for a charity shopping event? [more inside]
posted by mgarnhum at 12:23 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by mgarnhum at 12:23 PM PST - 5 comments
Stop my runaway fridge!
My fridge is running and I can't catch it! [more inside]
posted by Thorzdad at 12:06 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Thorzdad at 12:06 PM PST - 17 comments
Anyone know what this is that's hangning from phone lines in LA?
I live in Los Angeles and have been noticing something strange hanging from some telephone lines throughout the city. I have been asking everyone I know if they know what it is, and have searched the Internet for an answer, but I still can't figure out what it is, or why it's hanging everywhere. It looks like a robber holding a money bag. Here's a picture I took with my phone. Anyone know?
posted by RUPure at 12:04 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by RUPure at 12:04 PM PST - 15 comments
Choosing Between Mattress Or Boxspring?
Boxspring? Mattress? Or Both? [more inside]
What makes great UI text?
Writers and designers of UI text and instructional text, please share links, advice, or best practices... [more inside]
posted by methroach at 12:02 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by methroach at 12:02 PM PST - 8 comments
The girl with the golden shoes.
I seek awesome gold or gold-and-ivory heels for my wedding. I love these babies (as well as these and these) from BHLDN but I'd like to pay around $100 for my pair. [more inside]
posted by slightly sissy tea hound at 11:59 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by slightly sissy tea hound at 11:59 AM PST - 19 comments
Need a new bank. Suck it Wells Fargo.
It's time for a new bank due to new charges by my current bank. I'm thinking online banking might be a winner for me. I'd like to hear about your experiences with online banking, and who is currently the best to go with. Complete with Snowflake inside! [more inside]
posted by Mister Fabulous at 11:39 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by Mister Fabulous at 11:39 AM PST - 33 comments
Who should teach me to rub people the right way?
I'm thinking about training as a massage therapist. Local options seem to boil down to Soma or Cortiva Institute, and I need help choosing! [more inside]
posted by longtime_lurker at 11:38 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by longtime_lurker at 11:38 AM PST - 3 comments
What to eat?
I'm eating a certain number of calories per day and using My Fitness Pal to track my food. If, for example, I have most of my day's menu planned but have a certain number of calories, fat grams, protein grams, and carb grams I need to eat to meet my daily targets, is there a website that will tell me which foods fit those criteria? Like a calorie database in reverse, I guess. Does that exist?
posted by trillian at 11:35 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by trillian at 11:35 AM PST - 9 comments
Who eats a price drop regarding retail stock?
Game console price drops! What happens regarding the stock retailers already have on hand? [more inside]
All Asian Culinary All Stars
I would like to compile a list of "must buys", or perhaps "must trys", for the next time I go to stock up at an Asian supermarket. [more inside]
Whats the deal with mixing normal and decaf coffee in re overall caffeine levels?
If I drink normal coffee in the day and decaf at night, I sometimes still end up feeling like I have drank too much normal coffee. Why is this? [more inside]
Who is the smaller guy?
Help a sister out. This is a picture of Joe Louis (not Muhammad Ali). But who is the smaller guy shaking his hand? Anyone? Anyone?
posted by Wisco72 at 11:03 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Wisco72 at 11:03 AM PST - 9 comments
Tracking Commercial Airplanes?
How to recover items left in airplane seatback pocket? More specifically: How do you figure out where the plane you left the item in went to after it left the gate at which you left the item in the seatback pocket? [more inside]
posted by u2604ab at 11:02 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by u2604ab at 11:02 AM PST - 9 comments
olive salad
I used to enjoy Progresso's jarred olive salad, but they have apparently stopped making it. I never see it in the store any more and it doesn't appear on their web site.
Can any of you recommend a substitute, and a source in or near Boulder?
Paint my grill?
How can I apply paint to a charcoal grill that won't burn off or discolor? [more inside]
How can I minimize pain during a gynecological exam?
Help me survive my upcoming gynecological exam. Special, nsfw snowflake details after the jump. [more inside]
She's a Guess, I'm an Ask, help us communicate
My mother isn't happy - she has empty nest syndrome since I got married and my brother graduated. But she's handling this by being passive aggressive, and by criticising my husband. Help! [more inside]
I can't stop... wondering what the vocals are.
MusicFilter: Is Flux Pavillion sampling something in this track? Where are the vocals from? (Link goes to YouTube.)
Brazil!
I want to work in Brazil. I speak fluent Portuguese (learned in Mozambique long story), am currently employed at a great job (government track for four years- Hill staff but I'm looking for something new). I don't want to just do teaching at a school, etc. I'm looking for something a bit different- maybe working in a communications firm or the tourism industry. Maybe I am wrong for putting off teaching in a school but it just doesn't seem like my thing. [more inside]
Format a book for Kindle?
Help my Mom go Android on the cheap via Moto Atrix
My 72 year-old, reasonably tech-savvy Mom is taking the smartphone plunge and planning to buy a Motorola Atrix via AT&T. On Amazon Wireless a new Atrix is 29 bucks, while the CostCo price is 90 bucks after rebate. Any difference, other than a couple of accessories and Amazon's extra cancellation fee before 180 days?
posted by SenorJaime at 9:04 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by SenorJaime at 9:04 AM PST - 3 comments
Find a published citation source for Chesterton's famous "I am" what's wrong with the world.
Q: What's wrong with the world? A: I am. - G. K. Chesterton... really? Verified citation please? [more inside]
posted by KMH at 8:59 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by KMH at 8:59 AM PST - 16 comments
UK Tier 1 post-study work visa approval?
Can I apply for a UK post-study work visa before I have officially graduated but after I've completed academic work and been approved for the degree? [more inside]
posted by SymphonyNumberNine at 8:55 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by SymphonyNumberNine at 8:55 AM PST - 6 comments
I'm buying my first used car from a person in my town...
I'm buying my first used car from a person in my town. In what order to I get license plates, receive the title, and so on? [more inside]
posted by critzer at 8:52 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by critzer at 8:52 AM PST - 10 comments
What is origin of Howard St. in Waltham, Mass. (Part #2)?
What is origin of Howard St. in Waltham, Mass. (Part #2)? [more inside]
Overtime Pay for Exempt Employees
I need the advice of an HR person or labor expert regarding OT pay for exempt employees.
I work in Louisiana in an IT field. My company was acquired by another in June 0f 2010. As part of the acquisition process, they changed all employees from non-exempt to exempt (salaried) with the expectation that requirements for overtime were going to be eliminated. Since January 2011, I've logged about 200 hours of OT.
I have each item documented in a spreadsheet, and these are legitimate projects that required OT. Am I entitled to any form of compensation? The back pay would be considerable (appr. 10k dollars), but I don't know how to approach the subject with my employer.
No, you may not make me into an image macro.
Is there a valid reason that my classes require us to upload a picture of ourselves? Is this done in other programs? [more inside]
posted by winna at 8:17 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by winna at 8:17 AM PST - 31 comments
What is the best iPhone app to track car mileage?
What is the best iPhone app to track car mileage? [more inside]
Chase.com not loading
I have a PC running Firefox 6 as of yesterday. When I try to go to www.chase.com I get the following message:
An error occurred during a connection to www.chase.com.
Peer's Certificate has been revoked.
(Error code: sec_error_revoked_certificate)
Googling is not helping perhaps because I am not familiar enough with certificates and how they work. Any ideas on how to use the site without turning off certificates? Is it important to keep them on?
posted by yfatah at 8:04 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by yfatah at 8:04 AM PST - 8 comments
How do you know that a relationship is progressing without the traditional milestones?
How do you know that a relationship is progressing without the traditional milestones (marriage, house, children, etc.)? [more inside]
Managing Gossip for Senior Management
Any good books out there on handling employee gossip, from a managerial perspective? [more inside]
Everything is great, but the location
Two body problem. What say you? [more inside]
Limoncello physics
First attempt at making limoncello. We're trying this on the cheap, using 44% abv vodka instead of grain alcohol, "just to see what happens". What happened is strange.... [more inside]
posted by jet_silver at 7:49 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by jet_silver at 7:49 AM PST - 5 comments
Does it need to involve weapons to be a hostile work environment?
Should I got to HR about a hostile work environment? [more inside]
Looking for creative ideas for a vacation photo project
I'm taking a road trip through a really scenic area of the US and I want to go beyond boring vacation photos. My skill level is somewhere between taking snapshots at the family reunion and taking artsy photos of flowers and trees. I'm no Ansel Adams. I'm looking for cool projects to undertake, especially if they can later be incorporated into maps or timelines or video. [more inside]
What to do between Toronto and Boston?
Please suggest places to see, things to do, places to stop/stay overnight, and routes to take for a five day car trip between Toronto and Boston? It should only be about 10 hours of direct driving, so plenty of time to stop and visit. Are there any really cool things I've never heard of and shouldn't miss? (Niagara Falls and Montreal are possibilities, but I've already heard of them :) Thank you!
Renting a home to college kids
Help my sister and her husband student-proof their new house [more inside]
Looking for resources for extreme commuters
Please recommend any online communities or other resources for long or extreme commuters, and please share your experiences with audiobook websites such as audible.com. [more inside]
posted by tckma at 6:31 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by tckma at 6:31 AM PST - 7 comments
I actually just hate wearing underwear, its hot.
I don't want to have periods ever again. Over a decade I got used to not having to deal with it and now its rather cumbersome. [more inside]
posted by stormygrey at 6:18 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by stormygrey at 6:18 AM PST - 31 comments
Kindle 3 3G in Canada
I'm in Canada and planning on buying a kindle, and am currently deciding whether I should buy a Kindle 3G, or stick with the Wi-fi only model. I'd like to use it at the cottage, where there is no Internet Access, but (not-so-great) 3G coverage. It seems like there are some restrictions on international kindles that don't exist in the U.S. [more inside]
posted by backwards guitar at 6:13 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by backwards guitar at 6:13 AM PST - 11 comments
"A genteel black hole that knows how to read"
Question for the bookworms of AskMeFi: I have waaay too many books, but don't know how to decide which to get rid of, and which to hang onto. How do you rationalise your library? [more inside]
99.999% uptime, simplified.
How do companies achieve extremely low downtime for websites and network applications? [more inside]
posted by Tehhund at 4:29 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Tehhund at 4:29 AM PST - 18 comments
Wordpress Wizards of MeFi, can you help me?
Wordpress.org Links Widget Problem: This seems like it should be relatively easy, but I can't figure it out – Is there a way I can change the titles of the Wordpress Links Widgets (Blogroll) as seen in the admin panel? I'm using many instances of the the links widget for different groups of links (trust me that there's a good reason for this), and currently what I see in my sidebar section in the Widgets area of the admin panel is a column of LINKS, LINKS, LINKS, LINKS, etc., when what I want to see is LINKS Topic A, LINKS Topic B, LINKS Topic C, etc. [more inside]
Looking for a single (1-ear) earbud
Looking for recommendations for a single earbud (1 earbud) for an mp3 player. [more inside]
posted by dbirchum at 4:23 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by dbirchum at 4:23 AM PST - 9 comments
Options for on-the-go Internet access for a foreigner visiting the U.S.?
Recommendations for accessing the Internet during a two-week U.S. vacation. Can I buy a suitable 'pay you go' (non-contract) SIM card in the U.S. for this purpose? [more inside]
An I being petty?
Am I being petty about a gift from a close friend? [more inside]
Am I right to think it's practical start a commercial electric vehicle charging station?
I just bought an electric car -- Nissan Leaf -- and I am curious about what it'd take to start a commercial quick charging station in my area (Santa Monica, California). How do I best frame my thinking and analysis? [more inside]
Who is the photographer from Los Angeles with the convenience store photos?
Who is this?
And where can I buy prints?
Copy rows from spreadsheet to fusion tables with a script
How can I programaticaly copy ranges from google docs spreadsheet to a fusion table? [more inside]
August 16
Workplace culture in the US
Protips for a Brazilian immigrant new to working in the U.S. Are there things specific to USA-based workplaces that one should know? [more inside]
I have no plant experience and it shows - what is this?
Who owns sidewalk tree planters in New York City? The city, or the owners of the building the sidewalk abuts?
Who owns sidewalk tree planters in New York City? The city, or the owners of the building the sidewalk abuts? [more inside]
posted by tweebiscuit at 10:14 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by tweebiscuit at 10:14 PM PST - 10 comments
Ribs + jobs
Help me locate the source of this anecdote: something about a man who is nervous for a job interview and who goes to a diner and eats a plate of ribs. The moral was that if the guy was confident enough to eat a plate of ribs without spilling a drop on himself, he's confident enough to get that job. [more inside]
What are your Google dealbreakers?
What warning signs do you look for when you Google a potential date? Things were going well with a girl, and after she Googled me it seemed like things changed. I was wondering if there was any way to spot obvious red flags and either minimize or hide them. If there is a way that I could link to a search for my name on this page without it showing up in Google I'll add that to it. I can tell you that a search leads to my Twitter feed, a bunch of music reviews, old blogs, and some scattered message board comments. Any advice would be appreciated.
posted by Lovecraft In Brooklyn at 9:44 PM PST - 47 comments
posted by Lovecraft In Brooklyn at 9:44 PM PST - 47 comments
Negro League paraphernalia and racial sensitivty
Is it offensive / tactless / rude for a white male to wear a re-issue of the Negro Leagues baseball cap for what would have been his hometown team? [more inside]
Sewing Machine Recommendatio Needed
I am looking for a good sewing machine brand/model to start sewing with. [more inside]
iTunes not moving music to new location
Moving iTunes library to another disc--iTunes is not copying the music. [more inside]
She looked me straight in the eye... and peed on the bed.
Asking for a family member. How does one deal with a cat that is off-the-rails passive aggressive? [more inside]
posted by Alice Russel-Wallace at 9:01 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Alice Russel-Wallace at 9:01 PM PST - 15 comments
Good lies for my suicide scars.
What are some good excuses for suicide attempt scars on the inner wrist? Particularly keen to hear plausible explanations that fit with the appearance of the scar. [more inside]
Help! I need somebody.
Teaching english to children. My goodness, this is difficult. I need advice, badly. [more inside]
Healthcare jobfilter
What are the interesting healthcare companies in Boston? [more inside]
This IS sexual harassment
Please help me educate an employee on how his "friendly" remarks sound to women. [more inside]
Your content has expired.
How to handle expired accounts when the customer is embedding a widget in their own pages? [more inside]
When did you move in, Mr. Dove?
There's been a beautiful white dove hanging out in my yard for a week now. He can fly, and does not appear injured at all. Is there anything I should be doing for the guy? [more inside]
posted by kpht at 7:05 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by kpht at 7:05 PM PST - 8 comments
Not your average baby book?
Where to have photo books made? Is Shutterfly still the best as older (2006) askme answers suggest? What has worked well for you?
Relevant details: Must be able to ship to CANADA without huge price markups; It will be a baby book so the ability to include text (first smile, heights etc...) [more inside]
Red-Light Shaving?
Electric razor / shaver for touch-up shaving in the car? (at red lights of course). [more inside]
I hope she's not gonna burn it down for the insurance money.
Neighbor's car smell like it has a gasoline leak. What to do? [more inside]
posted by brevator at 6:30 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by brevator at 6:30 PM PST - 19 comments
Possibly Cthulu
What are these writhing green worms I found under a rock at low tide? [more inside]
posted by Rinku at 6:29 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Rinku at 6:29 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me develop passive income streams
I am trying to develop some small scale passive income streams, but I need ideas for what to do! [more inside]
Deadliftophobia
I'm starting a barbell program but deadlifts scare the crap out of me. What can I substitute that's safer (or are they absolutely essential)? [more inside]
Ideas for a short winter break for two?
Long time, first time. Looking for travel ideas: want to take the kid (23) for a treat-holiday over Christmas break. Specs include a short-ish flight out of NY, cold weather, shopping and museums, coffee and cocktails, not too terribly expensive, two female travelers, maybe 5 days. [more inside]
Searching for the official music video for Yolanda Adam's "Yeah"
Asking for the wife: I would like to find the official music video for the song "Yeah" by Yolanda Adams. This song was on the 1999 album Mountain High...Valley Low and the 2001 album The Experience. We can find all sorts of youtube videos, but none are the official music video. Could ya help us out? :) - Thanks
Is my neck OK? Is my tummy OK?
Sudden neck pain and tummy troubles. Am I okay? [more inside]
posted by sucre at 5:43 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by sucre at 5:43 PM PST - 8 comments
Fire my attorney first?
I have an attorney. My attorney has made me unhappy in several ways, mostly by procrastination. However, I am afraid that another attorney will not take the case because it's too small. (In the tens of thousands of dollars.) Is it legal for me to ask another attorney if he will take my case before I fire my current attorney? Or must I fire my attorney and take my chances with another attorney not accepting my case? (Attorney #1 took my case primarily because I already knew him.)
Pre-engagement wondering madness
How can I stop wondering whether my boyfriend will propose during our romantic getaway? [more inside]
Hope for a reactive dog?
The adorable puppy our family adopted last year has matured into a reactive, resource guarding adult dog. Has anyone been able to rehabilitate this type of dog? What helped for you? [more inside]
Simple easy webform?
I sleep like a fetus.
How do I prevent from sleeping in fetal position? Neck and shoulder issues.. [more inside]
posted by KogeLiz at 4:24 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by KogeLiz at 4:24 PM PST - 8 comments
Garage door woes...
Since retraining ourselves to shut the garage door isn't working, we are looking for an automated solution. Do you have any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by charmedimsure at 4:21 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by charmedimsure at 4:21 PM PST - 2 comments
When I Was a kid I would have loved one of these things
B&N Nook Color for a kid: seeking tips on making it child-friendly, child-safe, best apps, and how to provide a budget for buying books that cannot be exceeded . . . [more inside]
Things to do in New Mexico when you're working?
Things to do in New Mexico? [more inside]
Quickbooks alternative?
Feeling California, Shopping Minnesota
What's a good gift certificate for fashionable warm clothes in Minneapolis? [more inside]
Social Justice Posters
I'm looking for posters to hang on my walls, and I would like to find some online with social justice quotes and themes. I'd prefer if the posters were just quotes in nice font, but I'm having trouble finding such a thing. [more inside]
posted by kingfishers catch fire at 2:48 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by kingfishers catch fire at 2:48 PM PST - 14 comments
I see a butterfly. No wait. Clouds. No wait...oh, that's dirty!
I am about to see a psychiatrist for the first time for some anxiety-related issues. I am...anxious about this. Naturally. What can I expect, and what should I look out for? [more inside]
Something's been bugging me about that dirty hippie thing...
North American edible bugs? [more inside]
Most exciting ancient battles
What are some of the most interesting historical war/rebellion stories from ancient times? Specifically interested in great true stories from ancient Greece, Persia, Mesopotamia, and Middle Eastern areas. [more inside]
posted by egeanin at 2:24 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by egeanin at 2:24 PM PST - 12 comments
Where to upload photos in Europe
Need to upload pictures from a camera while abroad in Central Paris, Venice, Florence and room. [more inside]
Hey, you're in my blog!
In regards to this question, I got to thinking about best practices regarding posting photo's of other people, especially children, on my photo-heavy blog, and would like insight on this. [more inside]
posted by batikrose at 2:01 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by batikrose at 2:01 PM PST - 12 comments
We're not in Kansas anymore but we want our photos to look like we are.
I'm looking for a pretty, natural environment to take engagement photos, convenient to midtown Atlanta. [more inside]
What's causing my joint pain?
Help me work out the cause of joint pain over the last two weeks. [more inside]
Faster, Linuxcat, Kill! Kill!
Persistent Linux Live USBs- I want to be be able to plug in at will, to do basic stuff. I want to hear from folks who have used them. [more inside]
posted by yeloson at 1:34 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by yeloson at 1:34 PM PST - 14 comments
Sweet dreams of luscious linen
Calling all fabric experts: I'm shopping online for a specific type of fabric, probably linen or a blend thereof. I want to make my own scrumptious bedsheets. Bedlinens. [more inside]
Recent music video with cool in-car projections. Any ideas?
Recently I saw a music video, and can't for the life of me find it again. It was by a current indie band. A man was driving in a car at night, with projections of someone else's face on his face. There might have been explosions too. Any ideas?
posted by Conductor71 at 1:26 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Conductor71 at 1:26 PM PST - 3 comments
Lightweight photo printing software needed.
Can anyone recommend some lightweight photo printing software for WinXP? At work we need something a bit more powerful then the built in windows print wizard, but not much more. Multiple photos per page with metadata (date,time, file name) is really about all we need.
Looking for Kid-Centric fun in Montreal
We're visiting Montreal next week. Looking for kid/family friendly events and destinations. [more inside]
What causes thin, slow-growing hair?
Is there a medical condition that could be causing extremely slow growth and thinning of the hair? [more inside]
What to do in Baltimore (Inner Harbor) in late September?
I am looking for things to do that are unique to Baltimore, preferably walking distance (or public transportation accessible) from the Inner Harbor area. I like weird, kitschy, gothic, silly stuff. I enjoy the works of Edgar Allan Poe and John Waters. I have no dietary restrictions so bring on the food recommendations. I already plan to visit the American Visionary Art Museum and grab food at Cafe Hon and Helmands. Anything else off-the beaten path? [more inside]
posted by jacindahb at 1:05 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by jacindahb at 1:05 PM PST - 17 comments
Discernment for the People-Oriented Free Spirits
Are there any ENFPs (Myers-Briggs Type) medical doctors out there with advice on how to get through all of the mundane, logical coursework that prerequisites and medical school classes entail? [more inside]
posted by sunnychef88 at 12:31 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by sunnychef88 at 12:31 PM PST - 10 comments
Neighbour, children, cameras, parties, Facebook...difficulty
Neighbour is social-media shy; I am not. Any 'best practices' for dealing with this when you still want to Facebook the kid's birthday party snaps? [more inside]
Am I screwed?
I moved to Canada in 2008, but I haven't paid US taxes for the past three years. How much trouble am I in? [more inside]
Planning a Birthday Day Trip to San Antonio
Help me plan a low-budget day trip to San Antonio this Friday. [more inside]
posted by MuChao at 12:05 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by MuChao at 12:05 PM PST - 14 comments
mix and match tires with all wheel drive?
I have a all wheel drive vehicle. A number of years ago all four tires were replaced , they have never been rotated. Now the fronts will not pass inspection but the rears probably have about 40% of tread left. I understand that one can ruin the transfer case if one runs different sized tires on this and many other all wheel drives. I would like to buy two of the exact same tires, which are still available, and put those on the back and put the old tires on the front. Do you think that the difference in diameter between the new tires and the partially worn ones will cause a problem with the drive train?
How to find points of interest between two destinations?
What is the best way online to find multiple points of interest en route between point A and point B? [more inside]
posted by JJkiss at 12:01 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by JJkiss at 12:01 PM PST - 5 comments
Best How-To For iMac Hard Drive Replacement?
I am about to come into possession of a 20" iMac that needs a new hard drive. I've swapped plenty of HDDs in and out of PC towers, but my understanding is that it's trickier to do in an iMac.
What is, hands-down, the best how-to on the web that will walk me through how to do this?
posted by DWRoelands at 11:39 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by DWRoelands at 11:39 AM PST - 9 comments
Looking for movies that feature defibrillators?
I'm looking for movies that have scenes in them where someone gets shocked with a defibrillator.
CLEAR!
A3 poster framing in USA
How do I frame an A3-size poster in the US? [more inside]
posted by wpenman at 11:17 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by wpenman at 11:17 AM PST - 9 comments
Prevent a Tube of Goop or E6000 From Drying Up Before You Can Use It All
How do you extend the shelf-life of a tube of adhesive, such as Goop or E-6000 by preventing it from drying out during long periods without use? [more inside]
Next goal after C25K?
What to do after finishing Couch to 5K? [more inside]
How do I become one of those grammar snobs?
How do I become a proofreading ace? [more inside]
posted by forkisbetter at 11:08 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by forkisbetter at 11:08 AM PST - 14 comments
San Francisco expenses?
What expenses can I expect as a young (19) soon-to-be car-owning apartment-dwelling person living in San Francisco? [more inside]
Where is that picture of New York yawning?
I'm looking for a photo series where the photographer took hundreds of shots from a tripod and stitched similar groups of people together (everyone wearing red, or yawning, etc.). [more inside]
posted by JeremiahBritt at 10:48 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by JeremiahBritt at 10:48 AM PST - 4 comments
Have Job, Will Hire.
I'm a small business owner looking for a resume search option like monster.com or careerbuilder.com that isn't so expensive and limited. [more inside]
My SUV Stereo is Haunted
Why does the factory stereo in my 2002 Ford Escape (AM/FM stero, 4 speaker, six disk changer) randomly change stations and randomly change or eject CD's? [more inside]
Best apps for saving and editing word docs on iPad?
I am looking for an app for my iPad that allows me to save word documents from the Internet, open them and edit them preferably with a handwriting ability, on the iPad without having to filter them through googledocs or convert them to PDFs. I am basically looking to eliminate having to go through another normal computer from the process so that I can download, view and edit my class note outlines right in class on my iPad. Any app suggestions? I am willing to invest a bit of money in an app if it does what I want.
How to convert Sony .mpg files
What's the best method to convert a Sony Handycam .mpg to something that will play on an old Mac OS 10.4? [more inside]
posted by jabo at 9:55 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by jabo at 9:55 AM PST - 7 comments
Advice for first time in Copenhagen
First time in Copenhagen. I'm flying to Copenhagen this week, staying Friday 'till Tuesday. If you have been before please can you help me with:
What is the best way to get from the airport to the center? What are the things I should get done? What treasures are hidden away? Anyway I can avoid spending a fortune on food, heard it's pretty pricey.
Thank you.
posted by 92_elements at 9:00 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by 92_elements at 9:00 AM PST - 21 comments
"Though lovers be lost love shall not; And death shall have no dominion."
I fell in love with Vincent. Alas, I have now watched all of "Beauty & the Beast." Who can I fall in love with now? [more inside]
posted by zizzle at 8:59 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by zizzle at 8:59 AM PST - 28 comments
Help me identify this hippy album from my youth from a vague recollection of the inside cover only.
Help me identify this hippy album from my youth from a vague recollection of the inside cover only. [more inside]
posted by Jofus at 8:42 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Jofus at 8:42 AM PST - 8 comments
All that blood and violence. I thought you were supposed to be the love generation.
Give me horror films that purposefully defy or invert the traditional conservativism of horror movie conventions. [more inside]
posted by shakespeherian at 8:24 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by shakespeherian at 8:24 AM PST - 33 comments
An Unromantic Vacation
I need to go on vacation at some point - I've gotten into the habit of working near-full years without much vacation. I've got time and funds, but neither a significant other nor many vacation-time-having friends. [more inside]
What's the scariest sound you've ever heard?
I'm a film editor and am looking to find a sound that will scare anyone and everyone. What is the scariest sound you've ever heard?
How do I learn to become a handyman?
How do you gain "handyman" skills to the extent that you can manage a rental property? [more inside]
Who do you order your custom printed cardboard boxes from?
I need to order cardboard boxes for shipping products. Approximately 24″x20″x10″. They need to have my company's logo printed on them in black ink. They should be a basic brown box. We'd need 500 or 1000 at a time, probably.
I see that there's quite a few places to order them online — BoxGeek, CustomerBoxes Now, etc — with varying prices. Ordering through them without a recommendation would be somewhat of a crapshoot, though.
Does anyone have a good recommendation of a company they've worked with before? The size of the box isn't set in stone — if it's cheaper to go with a similar but different size, that's OK.
Arduino
What are some cool things I can do with an arduino, Python and stuff I already have, with only a few new parts? [more inside]
posted by mccarty.tim at 7:52 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by mccarty.tim at 7:52 AM PST - 6 comments
Southbound, baby..
Headed south, looking for a rural area rich in craftsmen... [more inside]
How do I hold my friend's hand from across the country
One half of a couple I consider good friends (I was in a band with both of them and deeply fond of them) passed away unexpectedly and tragically this past weekend. I'm on the opposite coast of the US so I can't be there in person. I want to send something to his now-widowed wife, but flowers seems so useless - any care package ideas? [more inside]
posted by pazazygeek at 7:20 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by pazazygeek at 7:20 AM PST - 14 comments
My past is coming back to haunt me via google.
What to do about a mugshot from fifteen years ago coming up as the first result in a google search of my name? [more inside]
How can I get a bladder catheter "installed?"
How can I get a bladder catheter "installed?"
I'm a male who has never been catheterized. I'd like to experience this on my own terms rather than waiting for something like a car crash. I guess it's a bit of a kink, but I really would like to hire a nurse or similar to "install" one for me one day.
How do I best approach getting this accomplished? I'd like to simply make an appointment with a medical professional, but I don't believe anyone would help me. Short of dating a registered nurse, how can I accomplish this?
I realize it may hurt or otherwise involve pain, but I'd rather experience that as I am when I have this done. I figure there will be enough pain if I am ever injured. Many thanks for your thoughts and suggestions.
Feel free to contact me at: this_is_my_home@yahoo.com
What can you show a newborn baby?
So how do you encourage cognitive development in newborn babies when all they do is eat and sleep? [more inside]
posted by creasy boy at 6:26 AM PST - 46 comments
posted by creasy boy at 6:26 AM PST - 46 comments
Help me find a stock site for images, logos, and icons.
Where do I get awesome stock icons, logos etc for all things web? (Example: Firefox) [more inside]
I just want my suit back
My dry cleaner appears to have gone out of business with my clothes in their possession. What can I do to get my stuff back? [more inside]
Birds do it, bees do it. Even educated fleas do it...oh and your grandmama.
Old people have sex? Please help me find media representations of geriatric sexuality in various media such as in commercials, movies, posters, television, newspapers, and so on. [more inside]
Aussie Cat Food
Calling all Aussie (and Aussie savvy) cat lovers. Looking for information on Nature's Gift. [more inside]
posted by kathrynm at 5:35 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by kathrynm at 5:35 AM PST - 8 comments
idea toothpaste is killing me
What are your tricks for getting your ideas out of your head and down onto paper or the screen? [more inside]
Is there more to More to Life?
What can you tell me about More to Life courses and the More to Life Foundation? [more inside]
posted by londonmark at 5:08 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by londonmark at 5:08 AM PST - 5 comments
I Want the Pretty Shiny
What XBMC theme is this, and where can I find it? [more inside]
posted by joelhunt at 4:26 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by joelhunt at 4:26 AM PST - 2 comments
Can I revive a 25 year old record deck?
I have a record deck (Rega Planar 2) which has not been used in 25 years. What is the chance it is still usable? [more inside]
Munchies!
So I have seen that the hive came up with some really good answers as far as WHAT to eat when the post-herbal munchies attack.
But what (if anything) can PREVENT the munchies from happening at all? And while we're discussing that, perhaps someone can explain why they happen in the first place...
How do British software companies react to CVs showing breadth not depth?
I'm in the process of overthinking job-seeking to death. To help me in this, I'm looking for CV advice from anyone involved in recruitment for a British software company, please. (Bonus marks if the company in question is small; but I'm interested in any input I can get.) [more inside]
posted by ManyLeggedCreature at 3:57 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by ManyLeggedCreature at 3:57 AM PST - 5 comments
What to draw/write on kindergartner's lunchbox notes?
My son is 5 years old, in kindergarten, can read.
I'd like to start leaving notes in his lunchbox for him to discover - I'm after ideas. I did some googling and found an industry of pre-printed lunchbox notes, but I want something more personal. After ideas for now, and for when he gets bigger as well.
I was thinking: Pictures of monsters/trucks/stuff, silly sentences, jokes, Codes/Ciphers.
What else? Any good resources on drawing simple monsters?
Whether to schedule travel time or not?
Do you schedule travel time for regular appointments on your calendar? Irregular appointments? [more inside]
Using up poor homemade wine
We have quite a bit of homemade wine (esp. rhubarb and hawthorn) that is too 'rough' to drink, but we don't want to throw it away. Does anyone have ideas as to what we could do with it? I use it in cooking, but can only use a little otherwise it spoils the flavour!
How do I take driving test in UK if not resident?
how do I take the driving test in UK if not resident? [more inside]
Can I leave it on my cv?
Can I include it on my cv? [more inside]
Indian Passport blank pages
Indian Passport with only 4 blank pages, and have to travel to US/UK. [more inside]
How do I nicely say, ah, your dog, which is at our house, is not welcome at our house?
We have some friends staying with us tonight. They’ve just texted me to say they’re here, and they’ve brought their dog and they hope that’s OK. It’s not OK. How can I gently and tactfully communicate that I’m cool with it this time, I guess, seeing as it’s here, but would prefer the dog stay outside during this visit and that future visits are pet free? [more inside]
posted by t0astie at 12:30 AM PST - 52 comments
posted by t0astie at 12:30 AM PST - 52 comments
August 15
Privacy in Paradise
Help finding blinds for two window frames? [more inside]
posted by R2WeTwo at 11:49 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by R2WeTwo at 11:49 PM PST - 11 comments
Freaks and Geeks
Nerdy/quirky colleges. Give this rising senior some suggestions. [more inside]
Buy offers being made directly to (former-ish) owner during lapsed domain's "recovery period". Scam, or windfall?
Buy offers being made directly to (former-ish) owner during lapsed domain's "recovery period". Scam, or windfall? [more inside]
roaching the subject
Is it possible to have a roach or two without having *thunderclap* a roach problem? [more inside]
posted by threeants at 10:25 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by threeants at 10:25 PM PST - 22 comments
He wears a suit well.
What does it mean to "wear a suit well?" Interested in specifics. [more inside]
posted by porpoise at 10:00 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by porpoise at 10:00 PM PST - 30 comments
Yoga + deformed feet = ?
I want to like yoga, but I have zero flexibility in my feet/ankles. Do I keep trying or move on? [more inside]
Ghost in the machine? Or does my check engine light mean something?
Why is my check engine light on at night? [more inside]
Artist who made a fascinating scrolling-LED exhibit
Looking for the artist name and exhibit info about a piece I saw at the Tate Modern in London about 2005. It was a scrolling-LED that displayed continuously changing,thought-provoking short quips. [more inside]
posted by Espoo2 at 9:07 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Espoo2 at 9:07 PM PST - 9 comments
Is there a good alternative to iTunes, that includes "backup all apps, music, and contacts" for iPhone?
Is there a good alternative to iTunes, that includes "backup all apps, music, and contacts" for iPhone? [more inside]
Dirty Pics! Resign or Face Wrath?
Asking for a close friend. Said close friend accidentally left a USB drive in a work computer today that contained less than appropriate photo's of him on it. A co-worker found the drive and the photo's this evening. His boss is now giving him the option to resign this evening or face a full HR investigation in the morning. He recognizes this was a huge mistake on his part, but wonders what to do? Resign tonight, or face the wrath of HR in the morning?
What's the damage?
I am fixing to renew my US passport, and want to know if I should mail it in, or if I have to renew it in person. I'm concerned about what level of damage is unacceptable to the U.S. State Department. [more inside]
posted by baniak at 7:40 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by baniak at 7:40 PM PST - 10 comments
My Sex Toys Are Not Bombs (However, Messy Explosions? Yes.)
Caring for my personal toys? More after the jump. (NSFW) [more inside]
Sex after LEEP.
Sex after LEEP. [more inside]
What was the '90s homeschooled-kid's treatise on American politics?
In the late 1990s a well-educated 18-year-old boy, homeschooled on a farm somewhere like West Virginia, published a book commenting on American society and politics from a classical perspective. His story was covered by major newsmagazines, and he went on to an Ivy League school. Who was he? [more inside]
posted by Harvey Kilobit at 7:32 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Harvey Kilobit at 7:32 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me find the perfect kitchen shelves
I have way too little storage space in my kitchen, and am looking to get something like this. Are there any better options available to me for around $100-$200? What kind of standalone shelving do you use in your home?
Bike-buying help: what makes some bike components better than others?
Bike-buying help: what makes some bike components better than others? [more inside]
posted by andrewpendleton at 7:19 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by andrewpendleton at 7:19 PM PST - 10 comments
Tips for a sorta weird breakfast commute. Make-ahead smoothie base?
Two questions regarding an impending long, early morning commute and smoothies (in order of importance): have you found a "base smoothie mix" I can make in advance on Sundays (and possibly Wednesdays) for use later in the week that I can add frozen berries/granola to for a quick breakfast? And also, is there a badass (stainless steel, preferably) ~32 oz thermos/cup with a lock-tight sealing lid that you love? [more inside]
Writing and publishing ebook advice needed
I'm writing a technical book - and intending to self publish, mostly electronically. OSX - Best of class software? For writing? For publishing? Other deeper writing and self publishing questions inside! [more inside]
turtle and the jeffs
There are many bands with names which follow the "[proper name] and the [random noun]s" formula. Are there any bands which follow the inverse formula, "[random noun] and the [proper name]s"?
He walked out, now what?
YANML and I'm not looking for legal advice but I'd like to know what rights/entitlements a stay-at-home mom of two in California has when her husband of 13 years walks out on her. [more inside]
posted by spare sock at 6:25 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by spare sock at 6:25 PM PST - 20 comments
Fork me...
I very likely just ingested the tip of a plastic fork tine. Should I go draw up a will today, or wait until tomorrow? [more inside]
posted by Spyder's Game at 5:48 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by Spyder's Game at 5:48 PM PST - 22 comments
I can has giant palm fossil?
I saw a huge palm fossil at a gallery this weekend and fell in love. Does want, does not have $140,000. Please help me fake a fossil (for my own enjoyment, not for fraudulent purposes). [more inside]
posted by cyndigo at 5:19 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by cyndigo at 5:19 PM PST - 15 comments
Wondering if Activision are on a mission to destroy my sanity.
How do I connect a wireless guitar to a Xbox 360? [more inside]
posted by malibustacey9999 at 5:10 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by malibustacey9999 at 5:10 PM PST - 3 comments
How do you list "Meaning, Math, And Motion" on your resume?
How should list undergraduate classes with long/unusual names on a resume that I am using for applications to economics PhD programs? [more inside]
posted by vegetableagony at 4:47 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by vegetableagony at 4:47 PM PST - 11 comments
Looking for ceramics classes in San Francisco
I am looking for suggestions or recommendations on beginners pottery classes in San Francisco. [more inside]
posted by CTORourke at 4:22 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by CTORourke at 4:22 PM PST - 4 comments
Rippled carpet? This is wrong yes?
I had carpets installed on monday. Some ripples have appeared since then. Is this is indicative of faulty workmanship, or something that should calm down over time?
posted by singingfish at 3:59 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by singingfish at 3:59 PM PST - 6 comments
Help me be a better King George. How do I properly grow a colony?
I found an ant queen under a pile of compost in the garden. I've taken her, some of her colony, and a few larve/eggs and I put them in a mason jar. They've lived on my desk for about a week. The larve are all gone now, I suspect they've matured. And I just found where they hid the queen and it looks like she's starting to lay again. Now what? [more inside]
Upbeat "Memphis Soul" music?
Help! Looking for (I think) upbeat "Memphis Soul" music... [more inside]
Can't Read My, No He Can't Read My Leatherface
Asking for a friend: Where can he buy/find/listen to/download the song "Waco" by Timberline Rose from the Texas Chainsaw Massacre? [more inside]
How to find hip creative stylish types in small conservative town
Need to be around hip, creative, stylish people as SAHM in small conservative town [more inside]
Which rent discount offer is more appealing?
Behavioral economics: which rent discount option is more appealing? [more inside]
Fourth wall narrators in film?
What are some movies with a true narrator? In which the narrator is not a character in the film. [more inside]
Need Forensic Text Message Extraction
I am an attorney. I do employment law. I have a sexual harassment case where my client is the victim. There are potential criminal aspects to this case. I need to know how best to preserve text messages and to prevent them from being deleted. [more inside]
posted by Ironmouth at 3:04 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by Ironmouth at 3:04 PM PST - 34 comments
How to decide whether to have an amnio?
How to decide whether to have an amnio? [more inside]
Mattel Monster Mystery
Can anyone name these plastic snap-together creatures made by Mattel in 1996? [more inside]
posted by Knappster at 2:08 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Knappster at 2:08 PM PST - 5 comments
Very need help.
What's the deal with this kind of panic attack? [more inside]
Can I go to the US without my US passport? Or...
Emergency! I'm a Dual UK/USA citizen with valid USA and UK passports. My flight leaves London (where I am now) tomorrow at 2 p.m. I have my UK passport on me, in London, but my USA passport is currently in Manchester. It's 9:44 p.m. in London. This page says it's against federal law for a US citizen (even a dual citizen) to enter the USA on anything other than a USA passport. So, what are my options? I've JUST applied for an ESTA visa, it's supposed to be instant...
Help me with an online ratings system
How to improve an online rating system. [more inside]
posted by Bunny Ultramod at 1:56 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Bunny Ultramod at 1:56 PM PST - 4 comments
Anniversary Ideas (with a baby)
Seventh wedding anniversary is quickly coming up and it's just going to be the two of us and a 6 week old. How do I make the day special? [more inside]
posted by samhyland at 1:45 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by samhyland at 1:45 PM PST - 8 comments
Upgrading a home system for Revit
I'd like to upgrade my home computer to be able to run Revit, but I'm a complete n00b for anything having to do with looking under the hood of my computer and switching out/augmenting hardware. Please help me figure out what components I've got currently, what I need to upgrade, and what potential conflicts will arise. [more inside]
posted by LionIndex at 1:42 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by LionIndex at 1:42 PM PST - 12 comments
Why is the Phantom camera so expensive?
Why are the Phantom slow-mo cameras so expensive? [more inside]
posted by pooya at 1:35 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by pooya at 1:35 PM PST - 14 comments
I'm from the US, I need some voice in my music, dammit!
Why hasn't contemporary pop music without vocals become mainstream top 40 in the US? Or, more specifically why do only the "Techno/electronic" songs with singers get on mainstream radio in the US? [more inside]
posted by sandmanwv at 1:16 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by sandmanwv at 1:16 PM PST - 15 comments
Is there a higher bar of native apps? Why or why not?
Is gathering application usage data for analytic purposes ethical? [more inside]
Billions of berries for Blackberry Jamble
Can I move a blackberry plant safely? [more inside]
What's a nice easy dish I can bring to a party?
What can I bring to a potluck on Friday? Something easy and fast and not too scary to actually assemble. Oh, and can keep for two days. [more inside]
What is my boss referring to by saying "nearly one incremental FTE"?
What is an incremental FTE? And should I take a job that will consist of it? [more inside]
posted by treehorn+bunny at 12:44 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by treehorn+bunny at 12:44 PM PST - 9 comments
What do you know about Kilmarnock VA?
In celebration of our 20th anniversary on Friday, Mrs COD and myself will be leaving the teenagers at home while we spend the weekend at a B&B in Kilmarnock VA. We plan to take the ferry over to Tangier Island on Saturday. Is anybody familiar enough with Kilmarnock to recommend restaurants for dinner, or which of the options on Tangier will deliver the best lunch? I know it's not a big town, that was the point. This is a quiet getaway and eat good seafood kind of weekend. Neither of us are up for the summer crowds of VA Beach or DC. Thanks!
posted by COD at 12:43 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by COD at 12:43 PM PST - 8 comments
How can I get a handle on home digital archiving?
I'm tying myself in knots trying to come up with a sensible backup and archiving procedure for my files. This includes work files, personal photos, music, etc. What is your method for making sure that backups are where they are and that your archive works for you? [more inside]
Birding in/around Rio Branco
Going to Rio Branco, Acre state, Brazil next month. Looking to do some birding, and soliciting suggestions/tips. [more inside]
posted by dondiego87 at 12:09 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by dondiego87 at 12:09 PM PST - 3 comments
I have a family history of mental illness. I've been in therapy for four years without incident, but lately my anxiety and sadness seem out of control. What do I do now?
I have a family history of mental illness. I've been in therapy for four years without incident, but lately my anxiety and sadness seem out of control. What do I do now? [more inside]
posted by anotheraccount at 12:08 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by anotheraccount at 12:08 PM PST - 27 comments
Help! My condo roof is leaking!
Condo roof is leaking into my top floor unit. Has anyone experienced this issue and can offer any advice? [more inside]
posted by my_thai at 11:32 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by my_thai at 11:32 AM PST - 8 comments
Brunch and after-dinner drinks in Chicago
Brunch in Chicago with toddler? After-dinner drinks for the parents? [more inside]
30th Birthday in Brooklyn?
Trying to throw a 30th birthday party for my girlfriend. We're in Brooklyn. I've read other questions like this one, but none of the answers quite fit the bill. [more inside]
Another moviefilter post - Telling the story of a life through the story of a journey.
Please help me find more movies about journeys leading to or because of a death. (I promise, my interest is not as morbid as it may first appear!) [more inside]
Looking for help naming mah BABY! Daughter...
BABY NAMES! *pistols fire in air* Yes, I'm that desperate curious to come up with a name for my daughter that I'm asking the internet. Can you help me name mah baby? [more inside]
posted by cavalier at 10:55 AM PST - 178 comments
posted by cavalier at 10:55 AM PST - 178 comments
WHY mint.com!? WHY ARE YOU A BIG DODO!!? :'( Just print the report!
How to make Mint.com work for me? / Screen shot of whole webpage in IE8? [more inside]
How to disappear completely.
How do I make MS Word (2008, for Mac) actually remove the author information when I save a document as a pdf? I am submitting a paper for blind review but can't expunge the author info. [more inside]
posted by Beardman at 10:43 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Beardman at 10:43 AM PST - 12 comments
Help me flip this bird!
How do I help out this nearly adult mourning dove? [more inside]
I need something new to geek out about.
An idle stereo upgrade question: If I were to upgrade any part of my stereo system, would I get more bang for the buck upgrading my receiver, my speakers, or it would it probably not make a difference given my listening habits? Details on my setup inside. [more inside]
How to treat an unfinished tabletop?
How to finish this untreated pine tabletop? [more inside]
software to convert QDF to QIF (windows)?
I need to convert my quicken date file (.QDF) to the QIF format. Looking for conversion software or data conversion services. [more inside]
Getting from concept to execution
I'm developing a web app in Open BlueDragon with a MongoDB backend. So, uh... how do I deploy this thing, anyway? [more inside]
Please help me place my mother's senior dog
Does anyone have experience with giving up a senior dog for adoption? How does the process work? [more inside]
posted by widdershins at 9:23 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by widdershins at 9:23 AM PST - 19 comments
Help me identify a radio comedy about drunk children at a holiday party.
Help me identify a radio comedy about drunk children at a holiday party. About three or four years ago, I was listening to the radio during the holiday season (Nov-Dec), and I heard the funniest (fictional) story I've ever heard, and have never been able to locate the source. [more inside]
posted by firstcity_thirdcoast at 9:04 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by firstcity_thirdcoast at 9:04 AM PST - 9 comments
"NONE SHALL PASS...!"
NewLaptop@WorkFilter: Yes, it's that time again, for better or worse. Looking for latest thinking as far as best stuff to install (I generally go for freeware in this regard) to keep work stuff separate from um... non-work stuff. Been so long that I just haven't kept up. BONUS POINTS for best freeware to wipe old machine. [more inside]
Dealing with multiple potential employers
How do you handle the timing issues when interviewing at multiple companies? [more inside]
Losing our princess and need fun to get happy
travel filter...need advice for fun over nighter [more inside]
Can I leave and re-enter Vancouver (to US) multiple times as a UK visitor without being denied re-entry? Help!
Canada - US - Canada trip for a visiting UK national - problematic? Will they let me back in?! Specifics inside [more inside]
Girls Rwanda Have Fun
Where can I buy records or tapes in Kigali, Rwanda (or nearby)? [more inside]
Can I donate my eggs for science?
Tofu recipes sought. All sorts. Tasty ones. That is all. Thank you.
Tofu recipes sought. All sorts. Tasty ones. That is all. Thank you.
Help my cat get through some stressful times.
My cat will be going through some life transitions soon and I have a couple of quick questions about using Feliway. [more inside]
posted by in a dark glassly at 7:17 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by in a dark glassly at 7:17 AM PST - 15 comments
How do I grow long hair, as a guy?
I'm a guy, and I'm growing my hair long - what do I need to know? [more inside]
Watch out, Carl Sagan, I'm coming for your job
How do I, as a scientist, get a career popularizing and communicating science? Should I specialize and become an expert within my field, or should I keep my focus general? [more inside]
digital camera pics to PC
I need to do a lot of quick images of stuff to sell on ebay and other places. I'd like to be able to take a pic and have it immediately available on a PC. I know I can use a memory card reader or USB cable to transfer images. What I would like to have is the image transferred immediately upon shooting to the PC. [more inside]
Broken buds ain't my buddies
I need a pair of sturdy earbuds. Can you help me find a pair that will survive my pocket? [more inside]
posted by inturnaround at 4:54 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by inturnaround at 4:54 AM PST - 19 comments
Fingers on the pulse - give me your "zeitgeistiest" non-fiction picks
Help me put together a list of the most zeitgeist-y, readable and accomplished "big idea" non-fiction books of recent years. [more inside]
Short-listed for Fulbright Scholars Award
I've just been short-listed for a Fulbright Scholars Award (huzzah!). I'm wondering if anyone else has been in this position and what I might be able to expect in the interview? [more inside]
August 14
Cool tee designs printed on American Apparel t-shirts (2011 update)?
What cool t-shirts are printed on American Apparel (2011 update)? [more inside]
posted by Spacelegoman at 11:13 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Spacelegoman at 11:13 PM PST - 16 comments
Where to eat in London - off the beaten path.
Where should we go to eat in London? We are interested in experiencing something different/quirky and not outrageously expensive but we don't need to cheap out either. We'll probably try Babalou which existed as a vegetarian restaurant when we lived in London but has now changed hands and name. [more inside]
posted by YukonQuirm at 10:54 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by YukonQuirm at 10:54 PM PST - 14 comments
Food safe and high temperature way of sealing wood.
Woodworking filter: I need to seal a leak in a wooden vessel but whatever I use needs to be both food safe and high temperature resistant. [more inside]
posted by wile e at 10:14 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by wile e at 10:14 PM PST - 17 comments
Is the sexism displayed on the TV show Mad Men even close to accurate? Played up? Toned down even?
Is the sexism displayed on the TV show Mad Men even close to accurate? Played up? Toned down even? [more inside]
posted by Senor Cardgage at 10:07 PM PST - 79 comments
posted by Senor Cardgage at 10:07 PM PST - 79 comments
Where to store our pictures online?
Best current photo/video/etc archiving site [more inside]
The list of lists to end all lists.
I'm building my musical bucket list of essential recordings to experience. Where can I find the best list of essential recordings / albums for your favorite genre? [more inside]
Which yoga poses should I incorporate into my morning routine?
I really want to incorporate yoga into my morning routine - but I don't know how to start, or which poses to follow? [more inside]
posted by raintree at 8:30 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by raintree at 8:30 PM PST - 13 comments
What are the economics of art reproductions?
Museum stores and art print retailers (e.g. art.com) sell reproductions of art in many forms. These include archival-quality prints, postcards, coffee mugs, t-shirts and so on. But sometimes I see a painting in a museum and I can't find any reproductions of it. What determines which pieces of art are available for reproduction and at what price? [more inside]
posted by cjh at 8:25 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by cjh at 8:25 PM PST - 6 comments
How can I watch a MLB game for free?
Is there a way I can watch a full Dodgers game online for free? [more inside]
posted by grimace636 at 8:02 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by grimace636 at 8:02 PM PST - 2 comments
She wants "makeup" for her birthday. What should I buy her?
She wants "makeup" for her birthday. What should I buy her? [more inside]
21st Century Optometry & Eyeglasses?
Is there a 21st century hi-tech optometry system that will give me both more accurate eyeglass prescription and more precise corrective lenses? [more inside]
posted by Jamesonian at 7:34 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Jamesonian at 7:34 PM PST - 6 comments
Any advice for wheelchair access to the Arcade Fire show in Montreal?
Montreal: any experience with handicapped access to events in Place des festivals? I want to bring my daughter to the Arcade Fire show for her 13th birthday. [more inside]
The Ikea version of fix 'er up
What is the best (easiest and cheapest) way to fix up rusty metal cabinets? [more inside]
Mac video conversion/printing
Using a Mac, what would be one of the higher quality ways of taking a 1 minute digital video clip, converting that file so that the video is broken down into several hundred sequential still frames (high quality) and then finally printing those still frames (say each one being 3" x 3") so that I can make a flicker picture book from them? Free programs would be nice but willing to buy something if it means getting a superior result.
posted by lorebella at 7:23 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by lorebella at 7:23 PM PST - 5 comments
Should we lease land for a solar farm?
Should we lease our land to a solar energy company? We were approached by a solar energy company that wants to lease 5 acres of our family (3 generations) land in Ontario, Canada for solar collectors. We are having some lawyers and other folks make recommendations and look over contracts, etc. What sort of things might we be missing? Will our neighbors hate us? In 10 years, what will make us say, "didn't see that coming?"
posted by I'm Doing the Dishes at 6:40 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by I'm Doing the Dishes at 6:40 PM PST - 16 comments
Your experiences walking up to the crown of the Statue of Liberty.
Acrophobia filter: Mefites please tell me if I should be walking up the double helix to the Statue of Liberty Crown? [more inside]
I don't want dirty money
When all is settled from a deceased family member's estate (though this may take a while), I will be inheriting a substantial amount of money - including about 150k from sold stocks (after taxes). The vast majority of what I'll be inheriting was earned from fairly ethical means, but most of what will come from the stocks are from corporations that I consider pretty shitty and abhorrent. What's the best way to do something positive and helpful to communities and people with this money? Simple donation to organizations and charities with solid reputations? Setting up a charitable trust? Please help me with some ideas.
OKCupid and the paradox of choice
The kids aren't alright
Rock/metal pieces with multiple simultaneous soloists?
I'm fascinated by the double guitar solo in DragonForce's "Through the Fire and Flames". (Video, 3:20 mark.) What are some other rock/metal pieces that successfully pull off multiple simultaneous soloists?
Mariage Freres Teas in Brooklyn?
Where can I buy Mariage Freres teas in Brooklyn? [more inside]
The place where fingers go to snap.
(East Coast US filter): Please help me find professional quality spoken word! [more inside]
WTF, gizzards?
WTF, gizzards? Why have you turned that color? (And, of course: can I eat you?) [more inside]
posted by nebulawindphone at 4:41 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by nebulawindphone at 4:41 PM PST - 4 comments
how to sink my chicken
How do I keep a whole chicken submerged while boiling? [more inside]
posted by hellochula at 4:19 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by hellochula at 4:19 PM PST - 12 comments
Finding any way I can to lower costs
I'd like some suggestions on inexpensive but reliable shipping companies for shipping boxes from the US to Canada. [more inside]
Tell me and my partner where to go (politely)
Help me plan the great American Road trip(s) [more inside]
posted by smithsmith at 3:36 PM PST - 58 comments
posted by smithsmith at 3:36 PM PST - 58 comments
Is there an online resource to find similar perfumes?
I remember how devastated I was when my favorite perfume was discontinued back in the 1990s. It was brought back for a limited time last year, but I don't want to go searching on eBay once I finish the bottle I bought then. Is there an online perfume resource that can suggest scents that are similar, or at least something with the same notes?
posted by xmts at 3:25 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by xmts at 3:25 PM PST - 12 comments
Wastewater Woes
Why does the toilet in my basement overflow when I use the dishwasher or take a shower? [more inside]
posted by xbonesgt at 3:25 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by xbonesgt at 3:25 PM PST - 10 comments
Charcuterie supplies in the Twin Cities?
Are there stores in Minneapolis/St. Paul that carry charcuterie supplies? Pink salt, casings, hickory sawdust, etc? I can order all this online, but if I can buy it locally I will.
Good organizations in Detroit to donate to
I'd like to make a birthday donation for my mother that supports civic enhancement issues in Detroit (historic preservation, greenbelt development for example) - what organization would make good use of my donation? [more inside]
Help my fingers get this right
PianoFilter: can you help place my fingers for this score? [more inside]
posted by knz at 2:31 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by knz at 2:31 PM PST - 5 comments
How Much Should I Write to Talk for Half an Hour?
Hello academic types, teachers of all kinds, and folks that just generally give a lot of speeches and talks! I'm giving my first presentation in a long time, and I can't remember the old ratio I used for pages or words:minutes of talk time. [more inside]
I swear it's Phil Ochs
Does the Belle and Sebastian song Piazza New York Catcher share a tune with a Phil Ochs song? [more inside]
Password Tracker
Is the an ipad or iphone app. that would keep track of my user id and passwords from various websites, i.e. banks, credit cards companies, etc.
Thanks
Traving to Thailand and Malaysia for ten days
Ten days in Thailand and Malaysia. I need ideas of what to do, where to go and where to stay. I know ten days for two countries is short but that is all I have. I love adventure and I also love to kick back and relax. I will be leaving from Montreal. [more inside]
I know you want to subscribe; how can I help you with that?
Please help me figure out how to manage subscribers to a paid newsletter. [more inside]
Advice on adult autism, mediation and housemates
A question about adult autism anger management issues in a housemate context. [more inside]
posted by lover at 1:02 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by lover at 1:02 PM PST - 30 comments
Help me get started looking for a new Smartphone with Bell Canada.
My Palm Pre recently gave up the ghost 2 years into a 3 year contract with Bell Canada. I'd like to get a new Android phone with a good physical keyboard and a touchscreen. I'm not looking for specific phone suggestions, but places to do research: How do I know what models will work with bell, can I buy them away from bell and then use them with my existing plan, what sites have reliable reviews and what are just churning them out for a quick turnover. [more inside]
posted by Canageek at 12:54 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Canageek at 12:54 PM PST - 9 comments
How to record and immediately play back a short video clip
When I work on my golf swing on the driving range, I would like to be able to set up a recording device (e.g. a smartphone) to record my swing, then immediately play it back without me having to touch anything. [more inside]
Help me select an SSD.
I am considering installing an SSD in my Macbook Pro, and I am looking for suggestions as to which one to choose. Specs for my Macbook Pro are inside. [more inside]
posted by 4ster at 12:24 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by 4ster at 12:24 PM PST - 9 comments
What do I need to know about growing ivy on a house?
I am buying a house that has full English ivy covering the stucco on the house. I want to hear from folks that have ivy on your house or have had ivy on your house what it takes to care for it and if there's anything you wish you had known about it before you got it. The house is in Southern California, so there will be year round growth I assume. [more inside]
posted by dottiechang at 12:10 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by dottiechang at 12:10 PM PST - 26 comments
How Strict Is UPS On Mailbox Address Format?
Need help from people renting a UPS mailbox: If mail has an address that is not exactly in the correct format, does it still get delivered? E.g., if it should be "456 This Street PMB 34567"' but it comes in as "456 This Street #34567" or even Apt 34567 or Suite 34567' does it get delivered?
How should I talk to future employers about my unhappy stint as a lawyer?
I was the asker of this question. I did end up losing my job, but thanks to your advice, moving on has been a lot less painful than I feared. Now I have a question about how to explain to potential new employers a) the circumstances of the termination, and b) my reasons for leaving the practice of law. [more inside]
posted by sorrysockpuppet at 11:15 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by sorrysockpuppet at 11:15 AM PST - 16 comments
Pics, Bitte
What are some of the best websites for getting pictures and prints from around Cincinnati? [more inside]
posted by glaucon at 11:14 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by glaucon at 11:14 AM PST - 1 comment
What is the difference between these two PC graphics cards?
What is the difference between these two PC graphics cards? Crossfire setup question inside. [more inside]
posted by T.D. Strange at 11:06 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by T.D. Strange at 11:06 AM PST - 1 comment
1987 Olds backfire problem
Working 2 jobs with one paycheck
My boss has me doing work for another organization that he is the head of and refuses to provide me compensation. How should I proceed? [more inside]
I'm not racist, some of my best friends are black
This is a question about intelligently discrediting racist defences, with specific regard to the statement "I'm not racist, some of my best friends are black." [more inside]
posted by The Discredited Ape at 10:06 AM PST - 35 comments
posted by The Discredited Ape at 10:06 AM PST - 35 comments
Turn up the A/C, baby.
I've got a huge crush on a friend. I'm pretty sure said friend likes me back. YES!! Caveat: We won't see each other until school starts in a month, and I want to make my move in person. How do I keep my twitterpated daze from eating up the last beautiful bit of summer while setting the groundwork for possible dating in the fall? [more inside]
We'll be together till the end of time.
Quoting from History
IN which work does the Roman historian Livy state that the Roman empire started to decay when cooks acquired celebrity status? [more inside]
posted by cheez-it at 9:19 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by cheez-it at 9:19 AM PST - 8 comments
Origin of the "Give it to them" sample?
What is the origin of the "Give it to them" sample that was ubiquitous in early 90s techno? [more inside]
posted by yesno at 8:20 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by yesno at 8:20 AM PST - 7 comments
We'll always have Milwaukee
The Hubs and I are driving to Milwaukee today to watch the Brewer's game at 1pm. I'm told it will be done by 4:30. After that we want to hang out in Milwaukee a bit and have dinner before driving back to Chicago. Neither of us know all that much about Milwaukee besides where the baseball stadium is. I would like to do something even mildly interesting and/or unique and/or tasty. What would YOU do?
Design work used but not paid.
How to deal with unpaid and non-contracted design work showing up on the net? The work was created based on the promise of a contract coming in any day. [more inside]
What laptop should I buy?
I need to buy a new PC laptop and have no clue where to start. My criteria: Good hardware, sleek design, good speakers, AWESOME customer service, NOT a macbook, under $900. [more inside]
Forcing a refund via MasterCard rather then shop.
I bought a pair of glasses and the lenses have been very poorly fitted, if the opticians give me hassle, is it possible to get MasterCard to force them to refund me? [more inside]
posted by Static Vagabond at 2:22 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Static Vagabond at 2:22 AM PST - 9 comments
Everything there is to know about programming and making websites, vol. 1
I want to learn about programming and making websites. Where to start, and how to proceed from there? [more inside]
posted by Busoni at 12:44 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Busoni at 12:44 AM PST - 18 comments
August 13
Help me identify this piece of classical music from a Japanese trailer.
What piece of classical music is this? [more inside]
posted by Senza Volto at 11:51 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Senza Volto at 11:51 PM PST - 4 comments
Bulk import word docs to apple wiki?
I have a Apple Lion server, and would like to import a bunch of word documents as wiki pages. How can I do this with the smallest level of effort? [more inside]
HELP ME BLOW THEIR MINDS (and then determine the forces involved)
New physics teacher filter: What was the highschool physics lab or demo that made you fall in love with physics? [more inside]
Something to Chew On (for my dog)
What are good dog treats that are long-lasting chews? [more inside]
posted by lirael2008 at 10:06 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by lirael2008 at 10:06 PM PST - 20 comments
Three questions about pressure canning low-acid foods
Three questions about pressure canning low-acid foods, on water covering the jars, headspace, and recipe mismatches. [more inside]
Was it the tomatoes?
Trying to get on top of some long-standing food sensitivities/intolerances, and looking for recommendations on what to put in a food/dietary log. [more inside]
Compact Shady
Attention all Eminem aficionados : If you could pick only 5 Eminem songs to recommend to someone for download, which 5 would they be? [more inside]
Something like a bark collar, except not?
Is there anything I can do to encourage my husband to lower the volume of his voice? [more inside]
How Do You Archive Old DV Footage?
A/V Filter: What's the best long-term way to archive and view miniDV tapes recorded on a Sony video camera? [more inside]
Press a button, Play a Sound
What am I looking for and does it exist? I'm working on art project and I need to create a soundboard. The MP3 Trigger comes close. Here's what I need [more inside]
My forehead is like the Black Forest.
What daily routines/products can I use to prevent blackheads/oily skin that don't require me to wash or rinse my face? [more inside]
posted by nakedmolerats at 8:41 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by nakedmolerats at 8:41 PM PST - 24 comments
Need the name of a dark, gritty comic series
I'm looking for a comic book series/graphic novel of a very dark world where the villains have taken over and the heroes (who were clearly analogs of very well known Marvel and DC characters with relatively minor shifts in their names/powers/costumes/etc. ) were being hunted down. [more inside]
posted by ssmith at 8:37 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by ssmith at 8:37 PM PST - 4 comments
Help me remember a book about a poetic floating sphere
I've been reading the Vorkosigan Saga, and I'm really enjoying the political-intrigue aspect. They've reminded me of a book I read at least five years ago, but I can only half-remember it...hoping the bits and pieces are familiar to someone here:
- a human male protagonist who is a diplomat or attache or moves or works in that area (at least during the events of the novel)
- a politically important event (negotiations?) involving humans and aliens, on earth or another planet (not in space)
- a friend/colleague of the protagonist is a non-human who I believe is a floating sphere (which I think was on the cover and looked sort of pokemon-logo-ish)
- a poetry contest(?) which the sphere person is interested in, and the poetry was a particularly complex form, possibly (or compared to) haiku or tanka (possibly knowing about or composing this type of poetry was necessary or useful in the diplomatic mission)
Any bells?
How to NOT purchase a stolen bicycle?
Tips on purchasing a legitimate and not stolen used bike on Craigslist? [more inside]
magnetic fields song ID
Heard a Magnetic Fields song about love, never heard it before, which was it? [more inside]
What are these paper-eating bugs in my wooden drawers, and how can I get them out?
What are these bugs in my wooden chest that eat paper (and cat toys)? How can I get rid of them for good? [more inside]
posted by insufficient data at 6:13 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by insufficient data at 6:13 PM PST - 8 comments
Heading to New Mexico to look for Aliens, what do we do with the rest of our time?
My sister and I have been talking about a roadtrip to Roswell, for years and in a few weeks we're finally doing it. Now that our flights are booked we realize there's a lot more to do in New Mexico. Where do we start? [more inside]
posted by Bunglegirl at 5:48 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Bunglegirl at 5:48 PM PST - 19 comments
How to cope with my wife who's "fallen out of love" with me?
My wife and I married over 27 years ago when she and I were 25; we’d known each other for three years. Our marriage has had its ups and downs--in many cases, the "downs" were provided by her unwillingness/inability to communicate honestly and openly and by my anger at same as well as my on-and-off depression. That said, we always had fun and shared love. In particular, I always stuck in there during arguments in order to try to get her and us to a point of honest communication. [more inside]
Weak legs for bicycling - should I give it more time, or is there no hope?
Weak legs for bicycling - should I give it more time, or is there no hope? [more inside]
Production abroad to sell in USA
Looking to get a product produced overseas? Need suggestions [more inside]
Will Zoloft side effects subside?
After 3 weeks on 75 mg of zoloft (previously was on 50 mg) the side effects are helping with my intense anxiety. In fact, I'm pretty apathetic. I'm also having difficulty sleeping and then difficulty waking up, to the point that I slept well into the afternoon today (very unusual for me). I find myself clenching my jaw and rather jittery. And I feel strangely separated from reality, as if I'm in a fog. As hard as it is to fall asleep I feel like I'm fighting sleep all day. Has anyone experienced these symptoms but stayed on the medication and found that they were able to stabilize?
Grout sealants that will repel dog urine?
Grout sealants that will repel dog urine? [more inside]
Where to dash off to in early September?
Surprise time off around Labor Day. Where to go? [more inside]
Female EMT in Seattle?
I'm looking for information about becoming an EMT and eventually a paramedic in the greater Seattle area. I'm a female and do not want to (or think I could) become a fire fighter. [more inside]
posted by wansac at 4:32 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by wansac at 4:32 PM PST - 5 comments
A census giving consensus for consent?
Etymology Question: Relationships of modern word consensus to Latin consensus from sentio from (pre-Latin?) sent? Specifically, is censor or census in there somewhere as a predecessor or descendant? [more inside]
posted by Phyltre at 4:12 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Phyltre at 4:12 PM PST - 2 comments
What side of the turnpike should I choose?
Is there a safety difference between the car-only lane and the car/truck/bus lane on the NJ Turnpike? Any other strategic difference? [more inside]
Why did the lawyer cross the road?
My boyfriend is in his articling year at a criminal defense firm. All of a sudden, he's so rarely around! Have you been in this situation? What strategies can make this sudden shift in our lives easier on us both? [more inside]
posted by Clotilde at 3:24 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Clotilde at 3:24 PM PST - 11 comments
Google Map Markers Terrify Me
Does anyone else have a phobia of those Google Maps markers? [more inside]
It's my party and I won't go if I don't want to
I'm leaving work under less than ideal circumstances, and I don't want a going-away party. [more inside]
"More Soap, Please!"
Does anyone remember the "more soap please" room service story? [more inside]
posted by Lokheed at 3:07 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Lokheed at 3:07 PM PST - 7 comments
ISO long-lost band t-shirt
Where to find rare band t-shirt from the 90s/early-00s, either online or in NYC? Specifically: Rachel's. Help me reunite a dear one with his favorite, long-gone thing! [more inside]
Games for babies
Hi. I am looking for short clips, simple games and odd divertisements to play with my 21 old month baby on the computer. She has the normal short attention span that kids her age have, and is pretty proficient already with the mouse and with her iPad.
Here are some of the things that currently amuse her (your suggestions do not have to be anything like these):
Snake in the grass, Kaleidoscope,
Dog
and another, Gifs, Fireworks, Cyriak, hair, Fisher-Price, Elephants swimming, etc. [more inside]
posted by growabrain at 2:37 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by growabrain at 2:37 PM PST - 17 comments
Training for half marathon and dealing with Altitude change
Running question - Training for a half marathon but will spend two weeks of training at a higher elevation - pls give me tips on how to adjust? [more inside]
Automatically reconnect VPN after disconnect on a Mac?
How can I get my Mac to automatically reconnect to a VPN if the connection drops? [more inside]
posted by raygan at 2:04 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by raygan at 2:04 PM PST - 4 comments
Where does the phrase "little yellow van with square wheels" come from?
Does anyone know anything about the origin of the phrase "they're coming in a little yellow van with square wheels" (and variations on this) to refer to being taken away to a mental asylum? [more inside]
posted by Coobeastie at 2:01 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Coobeastie at 2:01 PM PST - 7 comments
Early for table reservation?
If you arrive early for a table reservation, is there a chance you can get the table then, or do you necessarily have to wait? In other words, have you booked a particular table which, if free, could be given to you? Is showing up early by 10 or 20 minutes rude or preferred? [more inside]
posted by JLMC at 1:37 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by JLMC at 1:37 PM PST - 19 comments
Getting a server job in Los Angeles
New to Los Angeles -- help me get a server job. [more inside]
Twitter Twitter Bulk Unfollowing Via iPhone/iPad
Does any iOS Twitter app offer the ability to do bulk-unfollows?
the last worry i need after 23 hours of traveling
How worried should I be about not having the boarding pass for the last leg of my flight? [more inside]
posted by apophenia at 1:07 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by apophenia at 1:07 PM PST - 10 comments
Lumix GF1, GF2, or GF3?
Lumix GF1, GF2, or GF3? [more inside]
Should I transfer CAD to EUR in bulk right now for the next couple months?
I'm a Canadian going to be traveling in Europe starting in a few weeks, up until maybe Nov. I originally intended to just withdraw funds from my CAD account when needed where I would get whatever the CAD to EUR exchange was at the given time. With the economy as it is should I consider opening a EUR account and transferring a bunch of funds right now?
Kingdom of Fungi
Kingdom of Fungi. Do people who live in the Pacific Northwest have more yeast infections, mold in their houses, and mushrooms in their woods?
How much maintenance if I don't drive much?
Maintenance for a low-mileage car. I have a car that's about 4 years old with 12,000 miles, so the normal maintenance schedule doesn't help me much. I'm looking for a schedule to fit my driving habits. [more inside]
posted by daikon at 11:50 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by daikon at 11:50 AM PST - 9 comments
Giving more than two weeks notice when quitting a job?
Should I give my supervisor several months notice like he asked? [more inside]
Why not throw nuclear waste into a volcano?
Would disposing of nuclear waste in a volcano cause radioactive material to rise into the atmosphere? What would be the arguments against disposing of our nuclear waste into a volcano?
longest lasting un-natural color hair dye
Any reviews/comparisons between hair dye brands "Crazy Color", "Directions" and "Punky Color" Specifically which lasts the longest [more inside]
Work hard, ski hard-- but where?
My friends and I are toying with the idea of working at a ski resort in Colorado this winter. Give me your recommendations and advice! [more inside]
posted by la_rousse at 10:14 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by la_rousse at 10:14 AM PST - 5 comments
overpriced shiny rocks
My mother has been buying gemstones and other jewelry on the Home Shopping Network, about $3000-4000 worth over the last two years. This is money she can't afford, and by her own admission it's a compulsive habit. However, she insists the gems are a good deal because they're so beautiful and "you can't even find them in department stores". I don't know anything about HSN or gemstones, but I'm assuming this stuff is nearly worthless junk, and I'm looking for information to back that up to convince her to at least quit HSN. Please help. [more inside]
posted by skewed at 10:07 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by skewed at 10:07 AM PST - 20 comments
What font does your car dashboard use?
Name that font: What font is commonly used on car dashboards? Not for the speedometer numbers and such, but for the 'Unleaded Fuel Only', or the 'Service Engine Soon' text? [more inside]
posted by Wild_Eep at 9:56 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Wild_Eep at 9:56 AM PST - 3 comments
Differences in mattress foam thickness?
What's the difference between 2" versus 4" egg crate mattress foam? Is the larger one worth the extra cost? [more inside]
blank slate
I'm looking for plain white dishes without a logo on the bottom. [more inside]
posted by you're a kitty! at 9:31 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by you're a kitty! at 9:31 AM PST - 9 comments
Moonlighting as a tech professional?
Systems architect in NYC with a steady 45 hr/wk job. Two kids, one more on the way. I need to earn more money. A raise is not on the horizon, and similar jobs at other companies pay about the same. I'm thinking of moonlighting. Anyone else been in this situation? Have you had success finding side gigs, where'd you find them and how did it work out?
posted by dudeman at 9:04 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by dudeman at 9:04 AM PST - 7 comments
How to cope with creepy co-worker?
How to deal with a hidden hierarchy in a small office, where a male co-worker who is close with my supervisor seems to be using his position to single me out because he may be personally interested in me? [more inside]
Maths for tiny people?
How to teach math to a 3.5 year old? [more inside]
north american nightingale?
What species fills the nightingale's niche in North America? [more inside]
How do I quit a job I just started?
How can I make time to interview for new jobs after just taking a job that I don't like? And, how do I explain to new companies why my availability to interview is so limited? [more inside]
The Help
How do we go about "renting" a room in our Austin house in exchange for part time childcare and light housekeeping/errands. What should we expect in terms of help? What about other considerations? [more inside]
What is wrong with my router?
What is wrong with my Linksys WRT54G and how do I fix it? [more inside]
Finding teh games
PC gamers of Mefi, how do you find new indie titles online? Right now I'm only aware of JayIsGames.
How long would you last only eating a teaspoon on honey a day?
How long would you last eating only a teaspoon of honey per day? [more inside]
posted by Bacillus at 3:46 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Bacillus at 3:46 AM PST - 11 comments
Who is admiring who?
OK language mavens, help me understand this one. In this book review in today's NYT, we find the line "Mr. Kennedy is, deep down, an admirer of the president’s." Is the final 'apostrophe ess' a 'correct' construction? [more inside]
posted by woodblock100 at 1:12 AM PST - 48 comments
posted by woodblock100 at 1:12 AM PST - 48 comments
I have ear pain in quiet rooms at any little noise.
It's only in my left ear, and mostly only when the room is very quiet. At first it would only happen in the car after we turned the engine off. Now it happens all the time at home if I don't have music on to drown out small noises like my typing or talking or the pings of IMs. [more inside]
posted by Charybdis at 1:08 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Charybdis at 1:08 AM PST - 9 comments
August 12
How to tell my therapist I want his job?
How awkward will it be if I tell my therapist that I want to be a therapist? [more inside]
posted by sunrisecoffee at 9:46 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by sunrisecoffee at 9:46 PM PST - 22 comments
A good-graphics lappy that's cheap but not crappy?
Help set me up: I am looking to buy my son a laptop. An inexpensive laptop. It should have a strong enough graphics card to run, say, MineCraft and other games/video smoothly; should have a webcam. Otherwise, it will be used for general schoolwork and internetting, and maybe some light music recording. Screen size is not important, so small displays are OK. So: new or used? Or buy a cheap one and upgrade the graphics card? What specs should I aim for? Any sources/sites that are better for finding good deals? I am wishing to find something for $200--am I wishing too hard? Thanks!!
I just want to read some Conan...
Help! I can't find a fandom website I swear existed. [more inside]
Let's relax and play a game.
I would like to find some PC, GB, GBA, or PSP games that are very calming. [more inside]
Please help me make this Russian-speaker's computer work better for her (iTunes, WiFi)
How can I configure WiFi and iTunes on a Windows 7 machine, when not only don't I know much about Windows 7, but the entire user interface is in Russian? [more inside]
posted by amtho at 8:39 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by amtho at 8:39 PM PST - 7 comments
Necessarily insincere...
How do you deal with needing to live an insincere life when doing so cuts to the bone? (in work and in school) [more inside]
Should we still travel to london in Aug 2011?
Traveling to London next week, should we still go? [more inside]
posted by fnord at 8:08 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by fnord at 8:08 PM PST - 17 comments
That bright light hurts my eyes!
My aunt is really into the teaparty and has this whole notion that they are banning our old light bulbs. I've looked this up and find conflicting stories. Yes they are and no they're not...does any one know if they are really doing away with our old bulbs completely?
How does international law work?
What laws would govern the use of a fake Canadian ID in the USA? [more inside]
posted by 932 at 7:42 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by 932 at 7:42 PM PST - 5 comments
Can we skip the renewal in Utah and register it in Oregon?
My partner and I are moving to Oregon at the end of the month from out of state (utah) and we are very poor. Our car's registration ended last month (July 2011). Since Oregon says we have to register our vehicle within 30 days of moving there, I want to wait till we get to Oregon to do our car's registration. We wont really doing any driving before the end of the month (we both walk to work and the grocery store), I can't see any problems with this, besides possibly getting a ticket on the drive to Oregon. Are we likely to run into problems registering our car in Oregon if our registration from Utah is expired? Thanks!
How to stop feeling like I'm not good enough?
In my work, with my family, and my friends, I suddenly feel like a child, or that I am inferior to them. I'm not!, So why am I jobless and friendless? BTW: I don't feel this way in other areas of my life, only when it comes to work and friend-making. [more inside]
posted by midnightmoonlight at 7:11 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by midnightmoonlight at 7:11 PM PST - 6 comments
dog bites dog
Puppy crisis... our dog just got bitten on the nose by another dog, do we need to take her to the emergency clinic tonight? [more inside]
I've got a beer riding on this
In which quarter are the most points scored in NFL games? [more inside]
posted by punchtothehead at 6:10 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by punchtothehead at 6:10 PM PST - 10 comments
Where should we go tubing in Wisconsin?
Brain, I swear you're okay. I promise.
Why do I feel like everything that happens needs to be remembered? This is causing me a lot of anxiety and I'd very much like to stop it xD [more inside]
posted by CZMR at 5:38 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by CZMR at 5:38 PM PST - 12 comments
Help me name my blog!!
What should I name my blog that will talk about a super strange mixture of physics and anime? [more inside]
posted by Event Horizon at 5:20 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Event Horizon at 5:20 PM PST - 13 comments
Why is Neil Young considered influential?
I have this friend who wants to understand why Neil Young is considered influential, and my explanation consists mainly of "Well duh". I need something more convincing. [more inside]
posted by hifimofo at 4:53 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by hifimofo at 4:53 PM PST - 38 comments
It's a... clearly... um...
ambiguous dating
Ambiguous dating situation: Met on dating site, hung out one-on-one a few times. He hasn't made a move (perhaps he's shy?) and I'm not interested in him romantically anyway. Now he's asking me to hang out again. What do I say without leading him on or being presumptuous? [more inside]
posted by ribboncake at 3:55 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by ribboncake at 3:55 PM PST - 22 comments
Actually, it doesn't feel like the best form of flattery.
Creepy? Flattering? Both? Neither? Young co-worker is now using content I give to her in conferences and on the 'net, often without attribution, in a field where ideas are valuable to building reputations and getting work. I don't know how to process my urge to feel self-protective. Examples and long explanation to follow. [more inside]
Mystery giant glass bottle in garden?
Can you tell me what this large glass jar found in my rented house's garden might be used for? [more inside]
posted by dougmoon at 3:28 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by dougmoon at 3:28 PM PST - 20 comments
Help me beat the odds.
How do you improve your odds of winning at a drawing with multiple prizes? [more inside]
posted by trogdole at 3:22 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by trogdole at 3:22 PM PST - 9 comments
Is waking up choking serious or a common annoyance?
Is waking up choking on saliva anything to see a doctor about? Can I safely chalk it up to an annoyance and go about my life? [more inside]
dum dum dum dum dum etc
kids' book in which princess and family move out of castle and have to rent all houses on a street to hold their stuff
I am looking for a chapter book I read as a kid in the 1970s/1980s in which a princess and her family have to move out of their ancestral home and instead rent all the houses on a street to hold all their things that used to be in the castle. It was kind of an adventure/mystery story after that, I think involving something with the family possessions. Anyone know the title of this book please?
posted by cmp4Meta at 2:54 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by cmp4Meta at 2:54 PM PST - 2 comments
SMS to PC export on iPhone
Why doesn't Apple allow me to export my SMS messages to a file on my PC [3GS UK O2 iphone]? [more inside]
Changing timing belt - change seals and gaskets too?
When changing the timing belt on a 2000 Acura Integra, is it important to change the seals and gaskets at the same time? [more inside]
posted by faustessa at 2:15 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by faustessa at 2:15 PM PST - 15 comments
Is my knee injured?
Knee problem filter: I have just started noticing a slight problem with my left knee. It feels like a dull pain in the joint and is worse when i walk and move my leg up and down. I do a lot of spinning, elliptical and walking. I am 26 years old and female.
-Is this serious? Should I see a doctor?
-Is there anything I could do to make it worse? Types of activities I should avoid?
-Any home care remedies that would help?
Thanks! I appreciate your help!
She's Like The Wind
How realistic a goal is a 10 minute mile for me? Sproing for Details. [more inside]
posted by duckus at 2:03 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by duckus at 2:03 PM PST - 16 comments
Help Us Leave Stuff At Home
My husband and I are taking this trip in China and Hong Kong (with some extra days on our own in advance in Beijing, and some more afterward in Hong Kong) in October. We're aiming to pack light but I'm starting to plan just what that means, in terms of both clothing and electronics. Can you help? [more inside]
posted by bearwife at 1:50 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by bearwife at 1:50 PM PST - 11 comments
Rap songs that are positive/inspiration/hardship (no gospel or religious versions please)
What rap songs do you recommend that are about hardship and positive? I prefer recent songs. [more inside]
How do I handle this poison pest killer
What do these pest control directions mean? [more inside]
posted by longsleeves at 1:39 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by longsleeves at 1:39 PM PST - 5 comments
Which fridge rating should we use to choose a more efficient fridge?
On a small solar system that trips out a lot, what's the most important rating on a replacement fridge to indicate efficiency: full-load amps, or kWh/yr? [more inside]
What high-quality flatbed scanner should I buy?
I currently have an Epson Perfection V30. I'm not too happy about the scan quality. What's a good upgrade? Scan quality is priority #1, low price is priority #2 (the range of $100-$200 is ideal). Don't care about the software (I use VueScan).
I freeze up on dates and I fail. What do I do.
I've been going on some dates lately, usually with women that I really like. Except I hype the date up so much in my head that by the time it happens I literally have nothing to offer because I am no longer acting like myself and I freeze up. And I bomb. [more inside]
MLIS x 2, what to do?
Two people, one career field. How feasible is this? [more inside]
posted by sugarbomb at 12:38 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by sugarbomb at 12:38 PM PST - 18 comments
Can we fly internationally out of Canada if we live in the US?
Anyone had any issues living in the US but flying internationally out of Canada? We (English green-card holder me + US citizen wife) live in far upstate NY and it seems that flying to London and back out of Ottawa using Air Transat is the cheapest and quickest way. Are there any pitfalls I'm unaware of? Any craziness with border control between the US and Canada if you tell the that's what you're doing? Thanks.
posted by merocet at 12:37 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by merocet at 12:37 PM PST - 13 comments
The ultimate Ultimate Fighting Champion
So what is "the most dominant" fighting style? Many years ago, I read that one of the driving forces behind mixed martial arts/ultimate fighting was an interest in answering questions like, "Who is the better fighter? The boxer who just whales on his opponent, or the karate black belt who is adept at a broad range of attacks and defenses?" This question of course could be applied to any pair of different styles, and of course the ultimate question is, "Which is the best overall?" [more inside]
Hey, Watson, who's calling?
Is there a cordless phone/answering machine combination that would allow me to call screen and hear incoming messages, not just at the base station but also at any of the remote handsets as the call comes in? I'm in the U.S. if that makes a difference.
Viibryd experiences
Does anyone have any experience taking viibryd (vilazodone HCl), the newest anti-depressant? Care to share? [more inside]
love without limerence?
How important are the butterflies? [more inside]
Where to go for Christmas (if not Prague)
My girlfriend and I went to Prague for Christmas last year and really loved it. Where else might we like?
[Special snowflake requirements inside.] [more inside]
Restaurant recommendation for Traverse City, MI (gluten-free?)
I'm looking for a nice restaurant in Traverse City, MI to take my wife for our anniversary. I am looking to spend under $100 as we are on a pretty tight budget while camping. We don't need super fancy but a non-chain would be nice. I prefer a non-ethnic restaurant, hopefully one that has gluten-free food offerings. (I have celiac's.)
posted by snap_dragon at 12:00 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by snap_dragon at 12:00 PM PST - 13 comments
What should I dehydrate?
stock quotes
What is the best way to get current stock quotes to display on my web page? [more inside]
That San Francisco-style... drain.
Where can I get a replacement San Francisco-style 5" square drain cover? You know, the kind that looks like this that you see every 20 feet embedded directly in the sidewalk. [more inside]
posted by eschatfische at 11:49 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by eschatfische at 11:49 AM PST - 4 comments
What am I bringing to medicine – one word only, thanks.
Help me answer in one word, "what I will bring to medicine," for my white coat ceremony. [more inside]
posted by kurosawa's pal at 11:41 AM PST - 84 comments
posted by kurosawa's pal at 11:41 AM PST - 84 comments
Last minutes Alcatraz tickets?
Last minutes Alcatraz tickets? [more inside]
What is this fossil?? Can't figure it out for the life of me!
What is this fossil?? Can't figure it out for the life of me! [more inside]
posted by orehek at 11:32 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by orehek at 11:32 AM PST - 7 comments
Book on Zen and intuition
Long-shot book filter: Looking for a book about Zen that I used to have ... [more inside]
Let's go fly a kite
Good weeknight date ideas? [more inside]
Istanbul or Buenos Aires in December?
My boyfriend and I are kicking around the idea of going to Turkey (mainly Istanbul) OR Argentina (mainly Buenos Aires) in December. Have you been? What are these cities like in the winter? How expensive are they? [more inside]
One mic or two?
One mic or two? I am recording myself on the shakuhachi more and more these days, and I'm in the process of building up a recording set-up. I have one professional audio engineer friend who says I only need one mic, and another very knowledgeable friend who says I will definitely do better with two. My lack of knowledge about the subject knows no bounds, and much of the information online is confusing or incomplete. [more inside]
DotNetNuke + XP + IE8 = ARRRGH!
After a month in the field, this DotNetNuke site is throwing up Tab Recovery Errors in IE8 for users using Windows XP. While the most efficient answer may be "don't use XP" it is unfortunately not the best answer. Anyone have an idea? More details inside... [more inside]
Power supply disconnection problems with Packard Bell laptop
I have a Packard Bell Easynote TJ68 laptop. The power supply keeps becoming disconnected -- not physically disconnected, but the computer stops recognising it -- at the slightest movement. (Plus bonus question re: keys falling out.) [more inside]
What book has helped you enjoy drawing?
You could barely draw the crudest stick figures. Then you read this amazing book. Now, you no longer cringe when looking at your work, and most importantly, drawing is something that you enjoy and look forward to and do often. What is the title of that amazing book? What made it so amazing? Share your experiences please.
What do I do if I find evidence of discimination at work?
I found a rather innocuously named file on our shared document server at work. It seems to suggest that my boss is discriminating against a co-worker based on both race (or at least the fact he's from India) and his visa status. What do I do with this information? [more inside]
one powertool to rule them all?
I am shopping for a power tool for simple woodworking/cutting - on a budget. What would you recommend? [more inside]
posted by tgelston at 9:41 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by tgelston at 9:41 AM PST - 24 comments
"Wait a minute. This could be some kind of scam... or possibly scamola!"
Is there a subpoena process in the Ontario small claims court system, and (if so) is it worth the time and effort to make use of it? I believe I was recently scammed by a rental car company for a non-trivial amount of money (for a student) and am hoping to both recoup my costs and really stick it to them. [more inside]
Dislocated swelling - Ibuprofen or let it go down itself?
Allow swelling to dissipate on it's own or use ibuprofen? Dislocated ankle, no break. I'm at the point where I can put my weight on it. Swelling is hindering a 90 degree stance and further flexing exercises.
Help me have fun dates in Colorado
I'm in College, thus I am poor. I go to Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado. Please help me come up with some fun dates. [more inside]
Making cookie crumbs without the cookies
Can I make cookie crumbs directly from cookie batter, or do I have to make the cookies first? [more inside]
posted by coraline at 9:16 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by coraline at 9:16 AM PST - 16 comments
Film Colorization?
What's wrong with colorizing black and white movies?
posted by facehugger at 9:15 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by facehugger at 9:15 AM PST - 34 comments
Help me remove a red wine stain!
Help me figure out how to remove a red wine stain from a brand new silk chiffon (dry clean only) dress. [more inside]
posted by moshimosh at 9:06 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by moshimosh at 9:06 AM PST - 10 comments
Movies with ambiguous endings
Any accountants / tax lawyers in NYC area that do Dutch taxes?
Any accountants / tax lawyers in NYC area that do Dutch taxes? [more inside]
Fluffy Bunnies in SPAAAAAAAACE!
Help me remember this SF book I read as a kid. [more inside]
posted by hilaritas at 8:49 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by hilaritas at 8:49 AM PST - 7 comments
Do you know a good doc in Boulder, Colorado?
Looking for a good primary care doc in Boulder, Colorado. Any recommendations? [more inside]
American going to China - how to get around?
Three Americans going to China for vacation - how to get around and have a good time? Good idea to travel without a tour guide? Any advice on traveling in Beijing or Shanghai are welcome! [more inside]
Girl in a boat in NYC. And then, um, something.
Would love some help tracking down a novel that intrigued me, but unfortunately I have only the tiniest bit of info to go on... I know there's a girl in a boat on the river in New York City, and that it's set in the past. [more inside]
a crash course in natural gas
What are the best resources (books, journals, blogs, etc) for becoming highly knowledgeable about the natural gas industry? [more inside]
posted by narcotizingdysfunction at 7:58 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by narcotizingdysfunction at 7:58 AM PST - 3 comments
T-shirt sayings?
I need some ideas for t-shirts. 6th birthday party for my son. [more inside]
How to build my own DC Metro arrivals sign
How can I build/buy an always-on DC Metro estimated arrival display cheaply and (reasonably) easily? [more inside]
Hi! I'm your long-lost cousin! Guess what, I had cancer too!
What's the nicest and most tactful way to contact a long-lost relative to tell her about possible family/inherited health issues without seeming like I'm popping up to drop a bomb? [more inside]
posted by Rosie M. Banks at 6:40 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Rosie M. Banks at 6:40 AM PST - 16 comments
Shower me with shanties
I've fallen in love with Stan Rogers. Specifically his wonderful shanties. [more inside]
Help me help my guts to help me eat spicy food again.
What can I do about my gut reacting badly to spicy foods? (Not necessarily pretty inside) [more inside]
Overseas worker needs help with state taxes
How do I accurately determine which state to claim as my 'tax' state. For example, I work/live overseas for 2 months at a time, then I get 1 month off and usually travel or go to the US, but I do not rent an apartment, own a home (have a lease or mortgage) - I usually crash on friends' couches, and I keep my belongings and car in NC (in a Public Storage unit), but my mail, driver's license and voting is registered in TX. Which state can I legally claim? I know I need to claim a domicile in a state, and was hoping it could be TX.
posted by bbhart113 at 5:48 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by bbhart113 at 5:48 AM PST - 12 comments
Our Long National Nightmare
Satirical news articles which become true? [more inside]
posted by curuinor at 5:43 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by curuinor at 5:43 AM PST - 17 comments
Dealing with and understanding post-depression changes
How to deal with post-depression goal changes (or aimlessness)? [more inside]
The Unidentified Sculpture
Please tell me everything about this statue in Reykjavik, Iceland, purportedly a celebration of the "Unknown Bureaucrat" or "Unknown Civil Servant." Is it satire? Who is the sculptor? What's the true title and date of installation? [more inside]
posted by anotherpanacea at 5:06 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by anotherpanacea at 5:06 AM PST - 5 comments
Side effects: nausea, headaches, Prader-Willi syndrome...
I'm taking a medication that slows down my metabolism whilst ramping up my hunger. What are some foods I can eat to lessen potential weight gain? [more inside]
Teaching community college for beginners?
If/When I go back to America, I would like to teach at a community college. I have a few friends who do this, but I would like to get the ball rolling. I could teach communications, journalism and business skills. My only previous experience working in education was as a major gifts fundraiser and I won't have my master's degree on paper February. I have not really TA'd very much since I was an undergrad. How should I go about getting my foot in the door? This would be in DelMarVa and California.
How to monitor and protect against unauthorised image use?
Can anyone recommend any services that protect and/or monitor original images online from unauthorised or unlicensed use? [more inside]
posted by LongDrive at 1:21 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by LongDrive at 1:21 AM PST - 7 comments
August 11
Best. First. Day. Ever.
Teachers of Metafiilter: Give me your first day/week of school hacks. Also for non-teachers: What are your best first day of school memories? When you think of your favourite classes in high school, what stands out? [more inside]
Feed the world?
Is there any way to help the people of Somalia? I understand that there is war and resentment of American aid but is there any way that I, as a (relatively) wealthy American, can give money or anything else to help less people die? Maybe a European charity or an anonymous fund? Inspired by this Big Picture.
posted by bendy at 11:44 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by bendy at 11:44 PM PST - 21 comments
Ugly Divorce
How does an adult child deal with the divorce of their parents? [more inside]
Marcia Marcia Marcia
I resent my sister, and I shouldn't. How do I get over myself? [more inside]
Cancelled series: couple builds neighborhood resistance cell BEFORE alien invasion
What was this cancelled or never-aired TV series: aliens invade Earth, and an older-looking, probably not-really-human couple reveal that they brought a bunch of people uniquely suited to fight the invasion together to live in their neighborhood? [more inside]
posted by mistersix at 11:04 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by mistersix at 11:04 PM PST - 6 comments
I've been working in the nose hole
Where can I find an audio file of (Ren and Stimpy?) singing "I've been working in the nose hole, pfft phbbt phbbt pfft pfft"? [more inside]
Leave Me Alone
How can I tell my ex-academic supervisor to leave me alone? [more inside]
Is USPS mail an "essential service" for the purposes of tenant rights law?
Is USPS mail an "essential service" for the purposes of tenant rights law? [more inside]
What are the best (inexpensive) rainy travel destinations?
Where can I inexpensively go on vacation and reasonably expect it to rain much of the time? [more inside]
posted by incandescentman at 9:14 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by incandescentman at 9:14 PM PST - 32 comments
What to do about this debt?
I've just received a Warrant in Debt (a "civil claim for money") in the state of VA for nonpayment of a credit card (around $1,700 after interest). I've been aware of the debt, but unable to pay anything against it. How best to proceed? [more inside]
Where to find a VT-100?
Where would I buy an old terminal, specifically the DEC VT100? [more inside]
posted by _frog at 8:08 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by _frog at 8:08 PM PST - 25 comments
Get the pickle smell out!
What is the quickest way to get the smell of pickles out of a pickle jar? [more inside]
posted by kittensofthenight at 7:56 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by kittensofthenight at 7:56 PM PST - 14 comments
Unable to really get into anything
The tendency to not get into things in detail. See inside for more. [more inside]
I love this movie so much that I totally forgot all about it.
In 2007 I was living in Baku and bought a movie that I absolutely loved. I have, of course, completely forgotten the name of the movie, and most of the details! Can you help me figure out what really vaguely-remembered movie I watched from the details inside? [more inside]
posted by wandering steve at 7:46 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by wandering steve at 7:46 PM PST - 3 comments
Self-destructive shame issues.
Ashamed of myself in so many ways--it's resulted in overeating, anxiety, low-self-esteem, body-image issues, and a lack of drive. How do I dig myself out of this rut? [more inside]
Is buying an engagement ring on etsy a good idea?
I'm planning to buy an engagement ring. Is it a bad idea to buy one from etsy? [more inside]
Looking for a specific hook and eye clasp
Is this a fair price for a used Macbook Pro?
Is this a fair price for a late-2007 17" Macbook Pro? [more inside]
Songwriting variety
I'm looking for musical artists with eclectic styles that are still unified enough to be recognizable as being by that artist. [more inside]
Computer keeps turning off - what needs to be replaced?
Please help me identify which part in my desktop computer needs replacing! It keeps shutting itself off. [more inside]
Help me find the detailed schedule for the Shenzhen 2011 Summer Universiade
Help me find the detailed schedule for the Shenzhen 2011 Summer Universiade [more inside]
The Moths Must Go!
Please help me effectively bug-bomb or fog my house. [more inside]
Cheapest and best 4WD vehicle out there?
What is the vehicle for me at the convergence of cheap, reliable and easy to work on? [more inside]
My parents' realtor wants to sell their house to her son. Conflict? How big of a problem?
Realty-Ethics Filter - My parents are selling their house in California. Their realtor presented an offer, from her son and daughter-in-law. I understand it is legal in California for a realtor to represent buyer and seller both, but this seems like a particularly acute conflict of interest. Advice appreciated. [more inside]
Getting to the Shawangunks from The Poughkeepsie Metro-North Station
I'm planning a day trip to the Shawangunks tomorrow. Can anyone recommend a car service in Poughkeepsie, NY? The goal is to get from the Poughkeepsie Metro-North station to New Paltz and Minnewaska State Park. What sorts of fares are reasonable for these trips? Can I catch a cab at the park itself? Is there a bus connection between the park and New Paltz? In closing: Is there anything else I should know? Many thanks in advance.
Take These Broken Laces And Help Me Tie Again
Help me figure out how to extend the life of my boot laces, which are being damaged/cut-through by my boots' eyelets. [more inside]
Where was the term 69ing first used, and how did it effect people culturally in 1969?
I am looking for two things. (1) The first instance of the sexual use of the term "69ing." (2) If the term was in use in 1969, I am interested in finding articles or books on the effect the term had on people during the year 1969. Thanks!
I'm in your phone, stealing your contacts
A friend of mine has become convinced that Facebook is using her cell phone number to steal her contacts off her cell phone. My question - given the limitations listed in the more inside, how could this happen? Could it? [more inside]
posted by routergirl at 4:30 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by routergirl at 4:30 PM PST - 27 comments
Trouble at immigration if you don't know how long you will stay in Europe while backpacking?
I'm going to backpack around Europe for at least 2 months but basically until I get low on money or it gets too cold. Would I have a problem getting into the first country (possibly UK) without having a return ticket? (I will be flying home from whatever country is the last stop on my tour). Should I buy some kind of open-ended ticket? Surely this is a fairly common situation, what do people do to avoid hassle? (I am Canadian).
Frogger arcade ROMs dissasembled and commented?
Any chance of getting my hands on a well-documented and commented code disassembly of the original Frogger arcade game?
plan my trip to switzerland. please.
Creating creativity - can it be done?
Help me participate in a mental exercise - how do I establish a more creative mindset? Right now, I'm not creative at all, painfully aware of the fact, and feel powerless to change the situation. [more inside]
posted by jjleonard at 2:49 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by jjleonard at 2:49 PM PST - 30 comments
Spelling...Sometimes It Hurts
Is the correct spelling in sync or in synch? [more inside]
Small Claims or Get a Lawyer?
Should I take my issue to small claims court - or do I need a lawyer? [more inside]
What is the best online fax service?
What is the best online fax service? [more inside]
Mont Blanc: stick to pens?
do you have a take on the quality/appeal of Mont Blanc for accessories like eyewear, wallets, etc? I seem to be running organically into recommendations for this brand as I find myself unable to afford the top makers in a category but I don't want to end up in a situation where I've gotten something that's neither reasonably priced nor extra-nice but ended up spending a chunk of money on no-man's land in between.
posted by the mad poster! at 1:19 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by the mad poster! at 1:19 PM PST - 11 comments
Digital Libraries - Searching For Files
Digital library management problems. I have a mess of pdfs, word docs, emails, images and other things I want to be available, but I'm at a loss for a relatively low-cost solution that will allow these documents to be easily searched through and found. [more inside]
"Happy families are all alike," but I want to read about them
"Happy families are all alike," which presumably makes things difficult for novelists, who need conflict to drive plot. But since I don't have a lot of great relationship models in my life, I'd like to read some novels about people with good marital or romantic relationships. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by ThisIsNotMe at 12:37 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by ThisIsNotMe at 12:37 PM PST - 27 comments
Trust is a many-splendored thing
please help me figure out what I want to say to my partner with regard to our major, major problems, and how to say it. It's long, omg so long. [more inside]
posted by sockpuppet yo at 12:05 PM PST - 69 comments
posted by sockpuppet yo at 12:05 PM PST - 69 comments
WAP, bridge, or repeater?
WAPs, bridges, and repeaters, oh my! Please explain these networking terms and help me setup my network. [more inside]
posted by drpynchon at 11:58 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by drpynchon at 11:58 AM PST - 10 comments
How to minimize fallout from work miscommunication?
A friend referred me for a dream job and I screwed it up really badly. Please help me fix things. [more inside]
How can I help someone who is being driven to (self-inflicted) violence by the economy?
Please advise me on how to help a friend whose reaction to the stock market situation is alarming to me. [more inside]
"Crackberry Thumb" RSI...adaptive icing technologies?
Icing, massage, less frequent use of the device (as if!) So....I know I could stick my hand in a bucket of ice. But has anyone actually devised any sort of glove into which one can put ice and ice down that thumb joint in a less liquid/messy way? Years ago, I used to ice down a knee with a bag of frozen peas. Would love to find or make a smaller, simpler alternative similiar to the "knee peas," for the left thumb joint.
Love, thou know'st, is full of jealousy
How do I deal with these feelings of jealousy towards my boyfriend's female friend? [more inside]
Moment of resolve
Did you quit a bad or unhealthy behavior? How did you do this? My grandfather smoked for years and then one day he just stopped. I hear about some people who have been terrible drunks and one day just quit - and never had another drink. How do they do this? Is it after the last drink or before the next one? Is there a moment when you just say "I'm not doing this anymore" and that's it? [more inside]
What exactly is the Transformation Super Challenge?
What exactly is the Transformation Super Challenge? Chris Krueger has some interesting YouTube videos that claim to have a diet/exercise program that can work for anyone. However, the only way to find out about the program is to shell out $55 via his web site. In searching for any reviews of the program, I noticed that every link seems to go to a web page that he runs/owns. I can't find one single review that is not sponsored by Chris Krueger. Has anyone used this program, or can at least give a thumbnail sketch as to what it entails?
Copyright a procedure manual?
Can I copyright a procedure manual or a process written/created as an employee? [more inside]
How to get the Internet in the boondocks?
A friend has a cottage on an island in McGregor Bay near Jumbo Island. (Google Map Link). She would like to get some kind of Internet connection. What are her options? [more inside]
posted by Drasher at 10:47 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Drasher at 10:47 AM PST - 8 comments
Where can I find this pair of sandals?
Where can I find this pair of sandals? [more inside]
I want to watch her have sex with someone she loves.
How can I encourage my SO to go solo..and let me watch? NSFW details inside. [more inside]
Next steps after mugging and unwelcome kiss?
So I was just more or less forcibly kissed by a street thief. Not sure if I was just assaulted, or the hapless victim of a charming rogue. Are there steps I should take about, eg, STDs (HIV rate here is pushing 35%)? Any other street safety steps you can recommend? Better travel insurance? [more inside]
How do I break free of teenage skin, ethically and cheaply?
Need an effective, over-the-counter, organic, cruelty-free acne treatment regimen! [more inside]
posted by Isingthebodyelectric at 10:10 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Isingthebodyelectric at 10:10 AM PST - 17 comments
Citation for proportional national debt example?
Where did I recently read this? I saw a nice little paragraph putting the US debt situation in proportional context. It went something like "a family earning 35k a year, with 100k credit card dept, spending 78k a month and making deep cuts to bring that down to 72k."
It was really recent, like I read it in the past week. But the darn thing's hiding from me in google and my browser history. Do you remember?
posted by maniabug at 9:54 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by maniabug at 9:54 AM PST - 7 comments
Alternatives to ArtNet.com?
I'm trying to track recent sale prices for several painters. The best-known tool is ArtNet, but a 24 hr pass costs $19 and only allows search for five artists. And I don't see any libraries in my county system that have memberships.
Can anyone recommend a less expensive alternative, or one more likely to be available in public libraries?
posted by Quisp Lover at 9:51 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Quisp Lover at 9:51 AM PST - 4 comments
kids & cooking
Is Making Your Own Greek Yogurt Worth the Time and Expense?
Are you experienced in making Greek yogurt? What is the cost/benefit of making your own Greek (strained) yogurt? [more inside]
got this bearish market and not a thing to do with it
The market is down and everybody is telling me to BUY BUY BUY. What should I invest in? [more inside]
posted by 200burritos at 9:30 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by 200burritos at 9:30 AM PST - 21 comments
Can I get outdoor string lights with exposed, incandescent bulbs?
Do exposed, incandescent string lights like the ones in the Mumford & Sons video, Little Lion Man, exist for outdoor use? If so, where can I get them? You can see them here. I think they're really beautiful, but prefer not to electrocute anybody I like.
posted by SampleSize at 9:03 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by SampleSize at 9:03 AM PST - 10 comments
In Soviet Russia, they make this crazy drink out of bull balls...
What kind of crazy and obscure drinks can I brew at home? [more inside]
Looking for Hallelujah again
Help me find yet another damn cover of "Hallelujah". [more inside]
posted by steambadger at 8:24 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by steambadger at 8:24 AM PST - 4 comments
Help, help, I'm being repressed! Well, maybe.
Over the last week I have been unable to connect to any websites on the senate.gov domain. [more inside]
posted by terrapin at 8:15 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by terrapin at 8:15 AM PST - 15 comments
Poetry and Goths
I'm looking for a particular comedy poem about goths. [more inside]
There comes a time, in every man's life, where decisions have to be made. Whether to toil, to labor, or just plain piss your days away.
This is a long question about what to do with a troublesome parent. It's less a "what would you do" and more a "what is the right thing to do" question. This is the longest question I have ever asked. I'm sorry. [more inside]
posted by TomMelee at 7:55 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by TomMelee at 7:55 AM PST - 29 comments
Lump-sum payment is taxing me...
[Tax Filter] Tax on a lump-sum disability payment that covers a period of time before this year. [more inside]
First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes ...
How can I tell my biological clock to simmer down? [more inside]
My thyroid is rubbish.
I've just found out my thyroid isn't working right and I've made an appointment with my GP for treatment. However, it's not for several weeks, and I would like to start feeling better now! [more inside]
posted by ArmyOfKittens at 7:13 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by ArmyOfKittens at 7:13 AM PST - 16 comments
Can't we just be Facebook friends?
Do I tell her she's not invited to the wedding? Or do I just continue to blow her off for the next year? [more inside]
posted by Rocket26 at 6:58 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by Rocket26 at 6:58 AM PST - 29 comments
Countertop drainboard/runnels - pros and cons?
I'm remodeling a kitchen. We want to do that thing where the countertop by the sink has a drainboard cut into the counter material. What are the limitations? [more inside]
Is science better than religion for finding God?
Does religion prevent humanity from knowing God? [more inside]
knives across america
Should I carry a concealed knife for self defense? If so, what kind? Are there classes that educate proper knife usage? [more inside]
Long Lost Stories
Trying to remember two books: one YA fiction from the 80's, the other a chapter book for 7-9 year olds, from the 60's, maybe. [more inside]
posted by noxetlux at 5:46 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by noxetlux at 5:46 AM PST - 4 comments
What to do about England?
I would like somewhere to go to read the pros and cons to various approaches to dealing with the short, medium and long term problems related to the London and England riots. [more inside]
posted by devnull at 5:43 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by devnull at 5:43 AM PST - 4 comments
We're light years beyond the Goya aisle here.
We're light years beyond the Goya aisle here. [more inside]
posted by availablelight at 5:16 AM PST - 37 comments
posted by availablelight at 5:16 AM PST - 37 comments
Moving to Colorado--any thoughts welcomed!
I have just accepted an offer to teach in a small town near Steamboat Springs, which is across the country from where I have lived/worked mostly all my life. It's a huge step for me (I'm nearly 40), and I am okay with the newness of starting over, etc. I am a bit nervous about the learning curve, but I think the people will be gracious and helpful, so that's not something that causes me to lose sleep.
What I've worked on almost day and night since taking the job offer (teaching) is a budget. It's an enormous pay cut for me (approximately $15,000), and I'm concerned about being able to cover costs. I'm more of a saver than spender, and I've always probably saved more than the average person. I know that teachers live there and survive (and maybe even thrive!) on the salary. I think I'll be okay as I get my bearings, but for now I would be so grateful to anyone who can share their thoughts about budgeting in Steamboat Springs, cost of living, anything at all.
Free loops or some kind of easy to play freeware indie music generator with world sounds?
Need a freeware source for an indie music generator that's easy to use. [more inside]
The Origin of London Riot Rumours
I am curious about the origins of a few of the London riot rumours. How did the highly unlikely rumour that the Blackberry Messenger was the communication channel of choice for rioters/looters get started? Also how did the false story that Duggan had shot at the police get started?
August 10
"Great thinkers parodied as band shirts" is a bit cumbersome for a title.
What is a good name for my new "Great thinker" / "Band T-Shirt" mashup website? [more inside]
Are my cats addicted to carby grains?
Should I force my cats to switch to the healthier food or let them continue eating the not-so-great stuff they seem to prefer? [more inside]
posted by addelburgh at 10:56 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by addelburgh at 10:56 PM PST - 19 comments
the lord is testing me.
My new roommate assured me during our initial interview of each other that she was very clean and that, in particular, she was committed to keeping communal spaces very neat and tidy. Fast forward a few months, and somehow I think I missed something. [more inside]
Embedding a Facebook group page into a Facebook page tab?
Do I need to go get a Marketing degree?
Applying for jobs that fall broadly into the Marketing, PR & Communications field, and need a quick reality check on the issue of qualifications and experience. [more inside]
$xx to Create a PDF??
How's your little US nonprofit avoiding Adobe Acrobat and printing PDFs for free? [more inside]
I've Mastered the Art of French Cooking. Now what?
I like "On Food and Cooking," "Mastering the Art of French Cooking," and "The Bread Baker's Apprentice." What other books about food/cooking might I like? [more inside]
High school Our Town this October in NYC area?
Looking for a high school production of Our Town within two hours of NYC in October [more inside]
Where can I have creative business cards made?
Where can I make business cards like the one in this link? http://www.tomnealfilm.co.uk/#223278992 [more inside]
Star Light, Star Bright
Calling all Long Island/New York amateur astronomers! Which of these two sites has the least light pollution -- or is there really no difference? [more inside]
posted by EmpressCallipygos at 7:41 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by EmpressCallipygos at 7:41 PM PST - 16 comments
Clap your hands, everybody, if you've got what it takes ...
I have discovered over the past year or so that old school hip hop is the genre of music for me. Recommend me some blogs, articles, and books about it, that I might educate myself further. [more inside]
posted by The Great Big Mulp at 7:36 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by The Great Big Mulp at 7:36 PM PST - 19 comments
In love and less... interesting?
I feel I'm less interesting when I like someone... is this normal? [more inside]
posted by InterestedInKnowing at 7:33 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by InterestedInKnowing at 7:33 PM PST - 19 comments
Please help educate me on the purchasing of nice lingerie
Educate me about the purchasing of fancy lingerie. [more inside]
posted by JoannaC at 7:27 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by JoannaC at 7:27 PM PST - 33 comments
to baldly go where...
Are there any actively good-looking hairstyles/cuts for young balding guys? [more inside]
Forgotten movie title...
Help me remember the name of a movie, please? Here's what I (think) I remember: 90s or 00s setting, foreign-language with subtitles, set in European local, possibly Scandinavian, overcast skies, commuting to work via train. Plot revolved around a man who lost his job, but did not tell his family, he just kept going into the city every day. Fuzzy on anything else...
posted by Exchequer at 7:00 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Exchequer at 7:00 PM PST - 4 comments
How to cope with being hated by in-laws?
How to cope with being hated by in-laws? [more inside]
Am I just bad at new?
New job, new city. Anxiety. How do I handle this? [more inside]
I was unaware that there were so many green bachelors around.
I am looking for a very specific, recently-discontinued pair of sandals. My search skills have failed me. Help me, hivemind! [more inside]
posted by Scientist at 6:49 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Scientist at 6:49 PM PST - 9 comments
I need to find a really good financial advisor
Welcome to Washington DC! Here is an awesome gift!
What should I put in a "Welcome to DC" gift basket for my fiancé? [more inside]
posted by charmcityblues at 6:11 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by charmcityblues at 6:11 PM PST - 18 comments
How to handle a workplace connection in the midst of divorce and downsizing (in other words, when I am crazed with loss?)
Divorce, downsizing and dealing with a workplace crush/connection: how do I behave like a grown-up when all I want to do is curl up under his desk and cry? [more inside]
Traveling to the Caribbean for sex
I recently found out that prior to us dating that my girlfriend had traveled to the Dominican Republic and other Caribbean countries to have sex with local men on the island. In her own words, she has not been able to maintain a stable relationship for over a year here in the states for the past 10 years. Do you think this behavior of disposable relationships is the reason? [more inside]
I want my own skull... on the computer.
I want my own skull... on the computer. [more inside]
From photos to Google Sketchup
We're getting married (yay!) and we've got a location in mind. I want to take pictures so I can do a Google Sketchup model of the location and plan the wedding of our dreams. What's the best way to do this? I don't need centimeter accuracy, but I don't want rough estimates either.
posted by jgwong at 5:45 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by jgwong at 5:45 PM PST - 4 comments
Sounds of summer
I'm looking for music that feels like a breezy, tropical, disco-tinged dance party. [more inside]
posted by naju at 5:37 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by naju at 5:37 PM PST - 18 comments
I have awful healthcare - can I get domestic partner benefits with my GIRLFRIEND? I'm a boy.
I'm a guy. Can I get domestic partner benefits in California with my girlfriend? [more inside]
Guns of Nava- I mean Brixton
Catch-up-the-North-American-filter: Please suggest films that I can watch to get up on the socioeconomic situation in Britain, leading up to the current unrest. Bonus if it's streaming on Netflix. Documentary or not.
posted by toodleydoodley at 4:39 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by toodleydoodley at 4:39 PM PST - 23 comments
First time nanny
My sister is interviewing for a job as a nanny. She has never worked as a nanny before. What questions should she ask during the interview? Also, any advice for first time nannies would be appreciated!
What is this sauce?
Imac and old mac
Hi, I have a new Imac and an older 32 bit Mac Pro with 4 drives in it. I'm trying to find the best way to keep all of the media and files I have on the old drives but I'd like to access them through the new Imac. Is an external multi-bay case the best way to go? Could I turn the old Mac pro into a server? What's the most cost effective solution?
I need you to pay your bill!
They don't pay. I need the money. What are my alternatives? [more inside]
posted by jadegenie at 3:41 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by jadegenie at 3:41 PM PST - 30 comments
Looking for low-key, clarinet-heavy jazz that will not exacerbate this headache
Can you help me find low-key, clarinet-heavy jazz music? [more inside]
posted by AndNeverWell at 3:40 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by AndNeverWell at 3:40 PM PST - 15 comments
Help me learn back-end web programming.
Help me begin learning back-end web programming. [more inside]
posted by lobbyist at 3:27 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by lobbyist at 3:27 PM PST - 15 comments
Good LGBT blogs and websites?
I'm looking for some good blogs and sites related to LGBT issues [more inside]
Any suggestion on books for becoming a better Scotch drinker?
Any suggestion on books for becoming a better Scotch drinker? [more inside]
Is it wise to install Windows server updates without restarting?
Is it wise to install Windows server updates without restarting? [more inside]
Customise my Mac
Mac Customisation: Where can i find a black or chocolate brown theme that actually WORKS with osx lion? Deviantart and the top google results show nothing... [more inside]
Faux-cheese me.
Friends, vegans, lactose-intolerants: lend me your favorite cheese substitutes! [more inside]
Business cards + Stickers
A print shop that makes 2-in-1 business cards + stickers? [more inside]
posted by foraneagle2 at 2:25 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by foraneagle2 at 2:25 PM PST - 5 comments
Knitty Magazine Conflict Of Interest?
My wife wants to take a class about how to get a knitting pattern published in Knitty, a huge online knitting magazine. She's tempted to take the class but is rubbed the wrong way because the class is done by Amy Singer who is the the owner of -- Knitty! It's not a "How to get your pattern published" class, it's a "How to get your pattern published in Knitty" class - run by Knitty. [more inside]
posted by Gerard Sorme at 2:25 PM PST - 42 comments
posted by Gerard Sorme at 2:25 PM PST - 42 comments
I'm Gonna Like Me!
Slower Cooking In The Oven
At what temperature should I adjust this recipe? [more inside]
posted by Fairchild at 2:12 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Fairchild at 2:12 PM PST - 4 comments
What should we do in Greenville, South Carolina?
What should we do, where should we go, and where should we stay on a long weekend in the Greenville, SC area? [more inside]
Social vs. Command & Control
Social vs. Command & Control: Given how the UK police had a hard time dealing with the 'flash-mob' tactics of rioters when will governments attempt to shut down facebook/twitter/social sites during unrest? [more inside]
posted by gofargogo at 2:06 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by gofargogo at 2:06 PM PST - 6 comments
Reliable Internet Signal Booster
Are there any good & reliable INTERNET SIGNAL WIRELESS BOOSTERS on the market? I can only receive a very weak signal for my computer on the second floor. I have read reviews praising these devices to reviews stating that these boosters don't work at all. I would certainly appreciate any recommendations you can provide. Thanks in advance.
What Attribution is Expected on a Photo Blog?
What etiquette and legal issues must one be aware of for running a photo blog? [more inside]
We're hoping for more than, "at least no one blinked."
We need tips for looking good in our professional photos, family edition! [more inside]
posted by Knowyournuts at 1:33 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Knowyournuts at 1:33 PM PST - 11 comments
Finding friends in Japan
Where should an American expat go to meet people in Japan? [more inside]
Which Mac Mini?
Mac Mini media server: which model should I buy? [more inside]
Excel function/filtering. Help!
In Excel, how would I do the following: if a cell in a certain column has a duplicate in that column, plus the corresponding cell in that row but another column is blank, delete the whole row? [more inside]
So...I'm officially sexually active now, huh?
Hive mind, I need advice about STD testing. I somehow got through most of my young adulthood without needing it, and now, well, I don't know the procedure! [more inside]
Can anyone elaborate on the Mormon themes in the Twilight books?
Can anyone elaborate on the Mormon themes in the Twilight books? I've read them all, and I still don't understand what's so particularly Mormon about them. Maybe I just don't know enough about Mormonism. I'm not a Twilight fan (I mostly read them because I was curious about all the fuss), so don't worry about offending me. [more inside]
posted by Nibbly Fang at 12:46 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Nibbly Fang at 12:46 PM PST - 16 comments
Should I apply to this position in another team or just let it go and try new company?
Should I apply to this position in another team or just let it go and try new company?
Please suggest. [more inside]
drink up, buttercup
I need a powerful summer cocktail for this dainty pitcher set. [more inside]
posted by roger ackroyd at 12:20 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by roger ackroyd at 12:20 PM PST - 25 comments
Grey coins for a house?
We want to come up with funds for a down payment on a house. We have many various silver coins we have been collecting over the years. Should we sell some/ all of it? Would it be worth it? [more inside]
cheap computer parts
Computer Hardware Filter- where to find older, cheap computer parts... [more inside]
Father of the electric guitar never learned to play!
I just read this bio on Wired of Leo Fender and I was struck by the last line: "He never learned how to play the guitar." What other inventors, designers, or other people heavily involved in a specific product or industry never used their own products? I'm thinking of auto designers that didn't know how to drive, illiterate linguists, anything like that.
posted by backseatpilot at 11:15 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by backseatpilot at 11:15 AM PST - 30 comments
Where should I send my shoes for repair?
Should I get my shoes fixed in Toronto (and if so, where?) or send them back to their maker for restoration? [more inside]
Custom meetings in Adobe Connect?
Is it possible to create a custom Adobe Connect meeting room? [more inside]
Online short identification.
Help me find an only partially remembered short film I saw in the internet back in 2000 or 2001. [more inside]
posted by 1f2frfbf at 11:07 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by 1f2frfbf at 11:07 AM PST - 3 comments
Cameras, cameras everywhere.
Cameras like the Canon SD780IS but newer? Basically: Tiny and really good quality for its size. HD Video a bonus. I don't mind the lack of zoom. [more inside]
posted by Memo at 11:04 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Memo at 11:04 AM PST - 9 comments
Rocket Kits in Rochester, NY?
Nephews birthday. Where can I find rockets in Rochester, NY? Surprisingly, Wegmans doesn't have them‽ [more inside]
posted by Marky at 11:01 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Marky at 11:01 AM PST - 8 comments
lost tabs
Is there anyway to use Time Machine to restore a previous browsing session in Chrome? [more inside]
posted by jsmith78 at 10:44 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by jsmith78 at 10:44 AM PST - 3 comments
Star as Exec Producer?
Why are many TV shows giving the lead an Executive Producer credit? [more inside]
Renaissance Poore
My g/f and I, based in Chicago and working in Evanston, were going to go to the Bristol Renaissance Faire today because I have the day off and she's done with work in an hour. Turns out the Faire, obviously, isn't open on Wednesdays. What else to do between Evanston and Bristol? [more inside]
Residential internet options?
At home I use internet pretty heavily. In the evenings we often use the Roku box, laptop streaming Netflix, and wireless printer all at the same time.
My problem:
I hate paying Comcast $67 a month for internet access.
My limitations:
Very few ISP’s provide service in my neighborhood. I believe Comcast and Surewest are it and offer the same price.
I inquired about using a mobile hotspot, but was told it wasn’t sufficient for my usage needs.
I asked neighbors if they’d be willing to share an account. They agreed but even with a long-range router I cannot pick up a strong signal.
Does anyone know of any options for residential access to the internet giving my limitations and usage?
Stay stuck dammit.
In search of clearcoat or other substance that will allow vinyl wall stickers to survive the elements of Canadian spring/summer/fall. [more inside]
Why does Google Reader forget old unread posts?
Sometimes when I have a more than a week's backlog of unread posts on Google Reader, I notice that it will suddenly forget a couple of days' worth of unread items, annoying me to no end. Has anyone else noticed this and/or has tips for how to prevent this from happening? [more inside]
posted by RyanAdams at 10:03 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by RyanAdams at 10:03 AM PST - 9 comments
Tell me what it was like when you first met your spouse.
Help me calm the crazy. Tell me about that initial connection when you first met your spouse. [more inside]
posted by floweredfish at 9:49 AM PST - 46 comments
posted by floweredfish at 9:49 AM PST - 46 comments
Missing: iPad buttons
I'm writing my first iPad 2 app. How can I include the standard iOS buttons for taking a photo and for switching/flipping between front and back cameras? I'm talking strictly about the appearance of the buttons, not about the SDK and the frameworks. [more inside]
I fail as an engineer..
I have a large LCD monitor that doesn't swivel. I need a stand to put it in portrait mode. I can't think of what to Google for. Do'h. [more inside]
How do you deal with anti-intellectual parents?
How do you deal with anti-intellectual parents? [more inside]
posted by ziggly at 9:44 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by ziggly at 9:44 AM PST - 34 comments
Does audio improve video?
Any studies showing improved audio quality affecting perceived video quality? [more inside]
Blue Suede Shoes?
Culinary/creme brulee torch recommendation
Suggestions for buying a good culinary torch in the Toronto/GTA? [more inside]
posted by methroach at 9:20 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by methroach at 9:20 AM PST - 7 comments
Concrete/General homebuilding questions
Looking into building a house near Golden/Boulder CO area. Planning on using ICF's. Looking for suggestions of almost any kind. Would like the house to be about 2000sqft. Am a teacher and worked construction for several summers (but only w/ stick built houses) a few years ago so I will have some time and rudimentary knowledge. Trying to keep the house as simple as possible to keep costs down. Simple rectangular shape and roof and trying to avoid the need to any custom building supplies. If we keep it under $300,000ish we won't need financing. Is it possible? [more inside]
posted by no bueno at 9:15 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by no bueno at 9:15 AM PST - 4 comments
My iPad sucks
Best iPad apps for work - what do you use to make your work day easier on the iPad. [more inside]
Why are my tomatoes rotting on the vine?
Gardening question! I've got a potted tomato plant, with tons of green tomatoes. They were ripening up nicely, but when I went to pick some, they were rotting on the vine. Cracked at the stem and rotting in the center.
The green ones are already cracking and darkening around the stem. See picture.
What's wrong with them?
posted by Stagger Lee at 8:55 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Stagger Lee at 8:55 AM PST - 11 comments
Therapist in PDX specializing in treatment of child abuse victims?
Where in Portland, Oregon can I find a female therapist specializing in treating victims of long-term abuse, starting from early childhood? [more inside]
Just how bad of an idea is it to be dating a guy recently separated from his wife?
How fraught with peril is dating a married man with children who very recently separated from his seemingly unstable wife? [more inside]
Getting Ruby on Rails to work on IIS 7.5
I've been tasked with moving a Ruby on Rails website from our ubuntu server that is being retired to a Windows 2008 server running IIS 7.5. Easy right? [more inside]
posted by cirrostratus at 8:41 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by cirrostratus at 8:41 AM PST - 9 comments
web-based FTP without the danger
We need an FTP Site for our website--a place where we can let users login & upload/download files that are too big for email - CAD, PDF's, movies, etc. Or do we? Obviously, I need the hive's expertise on this one; what solutions do you recommend? [more inside]
posted by Kronur at 8:40 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Kronur at 8:40 AM PST - 9 comments
You may already be a winner
So I won the Irish sweepstakes... [more inside]
posted by dances_with_sneetches at 8:32 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by dances_with_sneetches at 8:32 AM PST - 6 comments
Writer for Details Magazine in the 90's? *Not* Anka Radakovich
Who was the "gay writer" for Details Magazine in the 90's? [more inside]
posted by fjom at 8:27 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by fjom at 8:27 AM PST - 5 comments
This is driving me and a lot of other customers batty.
Asking on behalf of someone who may not be interested in your anwers: please tell me about basic business telephone options. [more inside]
Can I hire someone to do my genealogy research?
Can I hire someone to do my genealogy research? [more inside]
posted by Nelson at 7:57 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Nelson at 7:57 AM PST - 7 comments
Need a shell script to filter out directories
Shell gurus needed! I need a line/script that will create a list of all sub-folders within a folder that do not contain files with a certain filename pattern. There is an additional requirement...(more inside) [more inside]
posted by dukes909 at 7:52 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by dukes909 at 7:52 AM PST - 12 comments
Sync my life!
Is there a utility for the Mac that will sync bookmarks across browsers and computers? [more inside]
posted by dfriedman at 7:36 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by dfriedman at 7:36 AM PST - 4 comments
What are some unconventional ways to launch an album/promote an artist?
What are some unconventional ways to launch an album/promote an artist? I'm researching outside-the-box promotional methods. Things that go against the grain of boring record label stuff. Examples would be Radiohead's pay what you want download stunt, or when Oasis leaked their new album by getting street performers to play it first.
Can grapefruit juice cure PMS
I think grapefruit juice cured my PMS, is this possible? [more inside]
House training puppy + cats
We just got a 4 month old Shetland Sheepdog puppy (female), and we've been having a lot of problems to house train her. We suspect the problem might be her interaction with our two cats. [more inside]
posted by clearlydemon at 6:39 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by clearlydemon at 6:39 AM PST - 16 comments
Recovering lost data due to text-formatting?
Asking for a friend:
I was entering some data into excel and I realized it was changing gene names into dates. E.g. there is a gene in my dataset called SEPT5 and Excel automatically makes this into Sep-05. If I manually set the column as text, it inexplicably changes the cell to a 5-digit number that represents that date, in this case 38596. [more inside]
posted by empath at 6:30 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by empath at 6:30 AM PST - 21 comments
Help me snarf image files accessible via a web app
The Mormons have put images of a whole lot of family records online (e.g., here) and people can view and download them for free via a web app. This is super nice of them. But their app is so slow and buggy that doing this page-by-page is driving me crazy. How can I download a whole lot of images at once, or at least automate the process?
How to make a video blog?
How to make a good, interesting video journal/blog of my wilderness adventure? [more inside]
posted by justkevin at 5:23 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by justkevin at 5:23 AM PST - 4 comments
Frito-Low
I think eating chips makes me feel sad. Is this a thing? [more inside]
Rolling in My Hooptie
Help me decide how to finance my vehicle purchases. I need to get two cars for my family. Could be new, could be used. I want both of these cars to have very high safety ratings. Everything else doesn't really matter. I could pay cash for two new cars, but that just seems stupid to do on a depreciating asset. Is the best course of action to find two used, yet reasonably new cars and pay cash? What if we like having new cars? Should we just lease two new vehicles? I have read that the best course of action is to buy a used car and drive it into the ground. That's great, but what if I leave the country again in 5 years. And do I really want to be driving around in a Hooptie in ten years. How do I approach the whole buy new / used, lease issue.
posted by jasondigitized at 4:59 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by jasondigitized at 4:59 AM PST - 16 comments
Chrome prints image-only PDFs by default
Chrome is printing web pages as image-only PDF by default. Why? [more inside]
Oh Randall, you do confound me so.
Is Randall Munroe right about passwords in today's xkcd? Are very long (all lower case) plain text passwords more secure than short ones using a mix of numerals and upper/lower case text? [more inside]
posted by Ahab at 1:11 AM PST - 96 comments
posted by Ahab at 1:11 AM PST - 96 comments
Let's Make Like a Tree: and Leaf [Leave] hahaha!
What am I seeing here? In lush green west New York state? [more inside]
posted by uncanny hengeman at 12:14 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by uncanny hengeman at 12:14 AM PST - 26 comments
August 9
How do I cope with short-term anxiety over long-term change?
I need advice on coping with the (situational) anxiety that accompanies big life changes? I've already done some work and made a major career shift that I think will make me happier, but it's a much more precarious course of action, and the risk-averse part of me is complaining, loudly. [more inside]
posted by p.soul at 11:01 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by p.soul at 11:01 PM PST - 5 comments
Creating an audio/video recording studio in a school
As part of a larger project, I'm building a $3,500-$5,000 audio/video recording studio on a school campus. It isn't a ton of money, but it should be enough to do some interesting things. What would you do with this budget? [more inside]
Import/export? Yah ... I got that.
Interested in a career change. Looking into trade compliance. I'd love some more information on what it entitles, the pay scale, and local Southern California industry networking groups. [more inside]
How do I increase my chances of filing an order of protection?
How do I increase my chances of filing an order of protection? [more inside]
Where can I get an undercut saw in Canberra?
Where can I buy an undercut saw (jamb saw) in Canberra (or online to arrive within a few days)? [more inside]
posted by lollusc at 9:44 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by lollusc at 9:44 PM PST - 11 comments
ONLY ONE JEDI LEFT
I saw the Star Wars prequels, over the six-year timespan that it took to make them. They were... OK. But I never went forward again to seriously re-watch IV V and VI with new insights I gained from the prequels. What did I miss? [more inside]
O for Awesome
Help me have the best, most random 2 weeks in NZ! [more inside]
Can I take it to the dentist?
Anti-glare film for Macbook Pro. Need Suggestions!
What is the best anti-glare (matte) film for my unibody MacBook Pro? I hate the glossy screen, but it was the only option available when I was given the laptop. For a while I had an anti-glare film on it, but it got dirty and seemed like it was making the screen too fuzzy, so it was removed. I'm considering the Green Onions AG2, the Moshi iVisor, the Power Support, or the RadTech Clear Cal. They all seem to get fairly mediocre reviews. Today I came across the 3M Privacy Filter, which apparently has a matte side, and better reviews, but the privacy filter would actually be a little annoying for my use. Suggestions? Other ideas? [more inside]
because I got big yard not a small ding a ling
What is the heaviest, widest cutting width, push powered reel mower available?
Monitor Speakers for a Living Room Studio
Thanks to the ever-wonderful advice of AskMeFi, I picked up a Mackie Onyx mixer which I've been using with Reaper to record a small band, and I am perfectly pleased. In order to hear ourselves live using the mixer's low latency, the audio out from the mixer is being piped out over unbalanced stereo that passes next to a wall full of electrical wiring and into a 1/4"-1/8" converter into the line-in of my computer's speakers. It is roughly as awful as it sounds. [more inside]
Turns out, the circular saw was the least of my problems ...
I just put a 2 inch gash in my leg deep enough to expose fatty tissue. I can't afford to go to the ER. Will it be okay if I wait until morning? [more inside]
posted by echolalia67 at 7:43 PM PST - 51 comments
posted by echolalia67 at 7:43 PM PST - 51 comments
this is what you get for picking at it
Embarrassing question somewhere between skincare and first aid. [more inside]
Brother from Another Mother
Birth-family filter: Need advice on how to thoughtfully get to know and welcome an older half-sibling to the family. [more inside]
Tranquil Retreat in the PNW
Looking for recommendations for a quiet, affordable writing retreat in the Pacific Northwest. [more inside]
Do you know what it means?
I want to move to New Orleans in December/January. I will be a registered nurse with a bachelor's degree. I don't know anyone who lives there. I'm looking for any advice or encouragement. Where should I live? What are the job prospect like and where should I work? If you've ever moved somewhere you really weren't familiar with, what advice do you wish someone had given you? [more inside]
posted by alittlecloser at 7:02 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by alittlecloser at 7:02 PM PST - 11 comments
Forward/Backward Poem(s)?
What is the name/term of art for a poem that can be read forward and have one meaning, and again backwards for another? [more inside]
Video for project managers
I've been an interactive producer (web project manager) for a while, and I know a lot about the web, Flash, site functionality, graphics, etc.
However, I'm now working with some more video and I don't know anything! Halp. [more inside]
International phone help!
International phone recommendation, looking to buy an unlocked phone in the US before leaving, what should I look for and what works best? [more inside]
Help with shipping to Brazil?
I need to ship a package from the US to Brazil about once a quarter. I want a way that will guarantee it arrives. The package is not especially large (up to shoe-box size), heavy, delicate or cumbersome, and there is no time requirement. Anyone with experience shipping to Brazil? [more inside]
posted by LittleFuzzy at 6:14 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by LittleFuzzy at 6:14 PM PST - 7 comments
REMEMBER BRICK? ...remember brick?...
Remember Brick, from Malcolm in the Middle? He used to do this thing where he'd say something, and then whisper it again to himself. My kid does this. What does it mean? [more inside]
Need to find this Brewers cap
I need to find this Milwaukee Brewers cap style. [more inside]
Dermatologist recommendations in Vancouver, BC?
Dermatologist recommendations in Vancouver, BC, please?? [more inside]
What's the easiest way to program an application?
What is the easiest way to make a simple Windows application? Visual Basic? [more inside]
How do I shut off autocomplete in the new Google?
My old way of shutting off Google's autocomplete/suggest function doesn't seem to work anymore. Is there a new way to turn it off? [more inside]
posted by gubo at 5:01 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by gubo at 5:01 PM PST - 3 comments
Bill of Materials BOM, BOM BOM BOM, BOOOOOOMMMMM
We're trying to figure out the best way to program our ERP to handle BOMs (Bill of Materials) as it relates to *committed* (aka "reserved") qtys. Is there an industry standard or best practices? [more inside]
Be still, Aztek, be still!
My sister's new-to-her 2003 Aztek shudders sometimes. [more inside]
Fax for web app
I need to integrate faxing with my web application, and I am having a brutal time finding one that allows the ability to send, receive and (maybe most importantly) create user accounts programmatically (via API). Any ideas?
After an interview: a card, an email, or a letter?
After an interview: thank-you letter? e-mail? card? [more inside]
There shall be only one
I need a new all-in-one machine that is PC and Mac compatible, good for networking, can handle faxes with multiple ring, copier, flatbed scanner, multiple cartridges of paper, ink doesn't cost a million dollars, and is really sturdy. I'm willing to spend up to $500 but I want it to be good quality. Personal recommendations?
Listened to Pots Never Boil?
Why does my pot of water sound like it's boiling, but when I lift the lid nothing's happening yet? What's making all the noise?
Your tips for feeding four cats while I'm out of town?
Overnight is one thing, but how can I make sure my four feline snowflakes get proper nutrition while their humans are off on a three-day cross-country jaunt? Given we've got one cat with food intolerances, one super-picky princess, one food-snatcher, and one with what the vet has described as a "highly efficient colon" (meaning she needs wet food every day), things are going to need a bit more consideration and prep-work than just leaving a big bowl of crunchies out. Please, kittyfolks, share your wisdoms! [more inside]
posted by aecorwin at 3:41 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by aecorwin at 3:41 PM PST - 16 comments
Name my feminist tv blog!
What should I call my feminist TV blog? [more inside]
posted by citywolf at 3:03 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by citywolf at 3:03 PM PST - 38 comments
Don't stop 'til you get enough
Presentation to open source conference. How much is enough ? [more inside]
posted by southof40 at 2:57 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by southof40 at 2:57 PM PST - 10 comments
Need an internet coffee can for monies among friends.
We'd like to pool our money so we can throw awesome parties more regularly. [more inside]
posted by evil holiday magic at 2:17 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by evil holiday magic at 2:17 PM PST - 10 comments
What can I say if asked about gaps in my resume?
I have some significant (like a year) gaps in my (not that spectacular to begin with) resume. What do I say about this in an interview, if asked? [more inside]
Name for the fear you're doing something wrong but don't know what it is?
Is there a word for the fear that you're doing something wrong but don't know what it is? [more inside]
Can I cure pathetic?
My relationships with men are ruining my ability to advance in my career. [more inside]
I have to pay sales taxes on how much?
Is there a way to pay sales taxes only on the $$ amount paid for a used vehicle in Texas? [more inside]
posted by dancestoblue at 2:05 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by dancestoblue at 2:05 PM PST - 6 comments
Attending University in Spain - Can I join a program in the second half/semester of the year?
I'm trying to attend an undergrad program for psychology in Spain. I plan to apply directly to the school, not through a U.S. study abroad program. I'm thinking Seville or Madrid. My problem is that I have missed many deadlines for the coming semester in beginning in September. This would be the introductory semester. From what I can find on the websites it appears that the years/semesters are programed pretty specifically unlike U.S. colleges. Does anyone have experience jumping into a Spanish university without starting from the exact beginning of a program? I suppose this may be similar in other European countries. Please feel free to chime in if you have experience in other countries as well. Thanks all!
How do I decode a legal property description?
What do IMPSLT and SC stand for in a legal description of real estate? [more inside]
posted by tckma at 1:11 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by tckma at 1:11 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me get the funk on at my Wedding Reception. :-)
Can you help me find a great cover band for my Wedding Reception in the Portland, Maine area? :-) I'm looking for the names of local bands that can play James Brown, Rick James, Louis Armstrong, Hootie & the Blowfish, Kool & the Gang, etc. Thanks so much. Rock on my soul brothers and sisters!
How do I get my cardio back after a chest infection?
I had a little chest infection about three weeks ago and now my cardio sucks. I still don't think I'm getting as much oxygen as my body needs to really push it when I jog /spin. Will this just take time, or is there something I can do? [more inside]
What is the secret to making the STRONGEST ginger root tea?
What is the secret to making the STRONGEST ginger root tea? [more inside]
Who watches the watchman?
I am looking for an analog wristwatch for my husband's birthday. I know nothing about watches; this is more of a meaningful/nostalgic gift for both of us. Price: let's say up to the $250 range. Anyone have model suggestions or tips for finding one? [more inside]
Afraid of Natural Gas Job
I've accepted a role with a utility that distributes natural gas (not fracked). I'm plagued by doubt. I need information on the industry and advice on how to proceed next. [more inside]
Separation within a marital residence: is it doable?
I think I need a break in my marriage. I've been a lot of emotional pain, and his behavior is making it worse and worse. However, we'd so damn poor that we couldn't even afford to physically separate. What's the likelihood of a separation within a marital residence actually working out? Have you tried it? What happened? [more inside]
How does an atheist do a 12-step program?
How do you find a Higher Power in 12-step recovery when you're a hardened atheist? [more inside]
Work around for a bind?
My partner has an odd circumsion scar, what can we do to minimize irritation? [more inside]
Need to identify L.A. landscaper
I have a large level-ish lot toward the top of Laurel Canyon, with a pond, waterfalls, and mature landscaping that, due to a fire, has been ravaged. Does anyone have suggestions for a top-notch landscaper who understands water features (pond/waterfalls), is an expert in the latest, most water-efficient irrigation systems, and can provide an estimate of what it will cost to bring my formerly glorious yard back to life. I appreciate any and all references/suggestions.
posted by zagyzebra at 11:49 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by zagyzebra at 11:49 AM PST - 5 comments
Help Me Make Better Salmon and Trout
Cooks of Ask Metafilter... I need some help with cooking fish. I like to make salmon (or trout) frequently, but I have a hard time doing it right. [more inside]
Tally ho to Tahoe
What shall we do in Lake Tahoe next week? [more inside]
circumcision sensation change
A question for anyone out there who was circumcised as an adult: could you describe the change in sexual sensation before and after?
posted by Paquda at 11:25 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Paquda at 11:25 AM PST - 5 comments
My landlord is being foreclosed on. Questions as tenant, as prospective buyer.
I found out recently the house in Minneapolis I'm renting a room in is being foreclosed on. Will I be in a bind trying to sublease my room 8 months down the road? What can I do to ensure I don't lose my security deposit? Should I consider buying this place? Full story and additional questions inside. Thanks for any help. [more inside]
Dear friend, here's the card for a babysitter. The party's on Saturday night.
Miss Manners Filter: How can I diplomatically mention to friends that their infants are not welcome at my upcoming birthday celebration? [more inside]
posted by stellaluna at 11:11 AM PST - 114 comments
posted by stellaluna at 11:11 AM PST - 114 comments
Lost Detergent Commercial
Please help me find a TV commercial that aired a few years ago. [more inside]
posted by marimeko at 10:49 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by marimeko at 10:49 AM PST - 9 comments
When you go to the beach alone, where do you put your stuff?
Going to the beach alone, where to put my stuff? [more inside]
posted by DMelanogaster at 10:47 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by DMelanogaster at 10:47 AM PST - 22 comments
Sprinting physiology: male vs female
Why do male sprinters seem to tend towards quite a lot of upper body muscle while female sprinters tend towards being leaner? [more inside]
minimalist houses with maximum prices
Why are modern/minimalist homes so expensive to build? [more inside]
posted by halseyaa at 10:18 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by halseyaa at 10:18 AM PST - 20 comments
Little gray cat named Oscar
Cat problem in apartment - landlord won't take action [more inside]
posted by cartoonella at 10:11 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by cartoonella at 10:11 AM PST - 19 comments
Help me find a good and affordable VHS to DVD machine?
I'm looking to purchase a good, affordable machine that will transfer my VHS tapes to DVD. In your opinion, what is the best, most inexpensive model out there?
I know that "best" and "cheap" are rarely compatible but I'm asking it anyways! [more inside]
Apartment flood. What next?
My apartment flooded last night due to the unattended over-flowing toilet of the neighbor upstairs. Stuff is ruined and gross. I already called my rental insurance agent. Now what? In Brooklyn, NY. [more inside]
The question I dare not ask HR.
Do you lose your health insurance the instant you leave your job? [more inside]
posted by Jess the Mess at 10:07 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by Jess the Mess at 10:07 AM PST - 23 comments
How are credit reporting agencies such superb snoops?
How do credit reporting agencies know so much about me? I applied for a credit history (not report) with Equifax, and along with the actual credit history, they know (almost) all of my recent employers and all of my mailing addresses. I must have signed away my privacy rights to them at some point, so how do I make sure they don't get their grubby hands on all of this very PRIVATE data in the future?
I live in Canada which I believe makes a difference as far as privacy rights go (we supposedly have some privacy rights...)
Help me identify an obscure(?) British(?) poem.
Help me identify an obscure(?) British(?) poem. [more inside]
Looking for a little stereo system for baby's room
I'm looking for a music playing device for the baby's room. I'd like a small (semi) portable unit with built-in speakers that can play radio and a CD, and sounds decent. Bonus criteria: remote control; a noise making feature (sounds of the ocean or whatnot); iPod or auxiliary line in playback; SD card playback. [more inside]
posted by filthy light thief at 9:27 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by filthy light thief at 9:27 AM PST - 8 comments
I hear ya!
I've come to realize that I'm a really good listener. Could I make a career out of this? [more inside]
Tiling, tabbing window manager for OS X?
Is there any way to get window management behavior similar to that provided by ion3 on Mac OS X? [more inside]
I Know Size Matters, But Does Order?
Watched my children in a tug-o-war this past weekend. They won 2 out of 3!! They changed the order of the team after the first round which they had lost. They then won two straight. Other than psychological reasons, from a purely scientific standpoint, assuming maximum efficiency and effort, does it matter what order the team is placed in? [more inside]
Philadelphia Zoo: OK or NOT OK?
What is your impression of the Philadelphia Zoo, in terms of how animals are treated, their quality of life and their living conditions? [more inside]
posted by smirkyfodder at 8:50 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by smirkyfodder at 8:50 AM PST - 12 comments
I don't want my back to fucking hate me...
Help me avoid lower back pain at my new (physical) job. Snowflake details inside. [more inside]
Tablet for Flash E-Books
Will an Android tablet allow me to read eBooks provided through McGraw Hill Connect and Xplana? [more inside]
posted by beyond_pink at 8:32 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by beyond_pink at 8:32 AM PST - 5 comments
New York on the cheap.
I am going to New York for 4-5 days towards the end of October and need cheap accommodations. A shared bathroom is no biggie but I am too old for anything that veers towards the hostel side of things. It needs to be in Manhattan. I am male by the way if that makes a difference. Thank you for any suggestions.
posted by Phlegmco(tm) at 8:26 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Phlegmco(tm) at 8:26 AM PST - 20 comments
How to get from Berkeley to Malibu?
What is the best route to drive from Berkeley, CA to Leo Carrillo State Beach, just above Malibu? [more inside]
Please help me find the right back end solution
Is PHP/MySQL the best solution for the back end programming of a job listing website? [more inside]
posted by ljshapiro at 8:14 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by ljshapiro at 8:14 AM PST - 10 comments
I worry alot and it shows...
I'm thinking of getting an endoscopic brow lift and I'd like to hear from anyone who's had one. Specifically - what was your experience like? Were you happy with the results? Would you do it again? Was the cost vs results ratio worth it?.
Beautiful study spaces in Toronto?
Are there any beautiful or inspiring study spaces in downtown Toronto? We're graduate students living in the Annex neighbourhood of Toronto looking for somewhere to think and write. We know the cafe scene, Robarts library, and have been to the Pratt library. Are there other interesting and exciting (but still quiet) places to get some work done when we want to get out of the house?
posted by rumbles at 7:35 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by rumbles at 7:35 AM PST - 4 comments
What's the next step, or finding the right career path.
I'm trying to figure out the next step in my "career path," and have hit an impass. Can the hivemind point me in the right direction? [more inside]
Help me find these earrings!
Where can I find these earrings (or some like them) for my girlfriend's birthday? [more inside]
posted by ultraviolet catastrophe at 7:13 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by ultraviolet catastrophe at 7:13 AM PST - 15 comments
Obsessive Closing Disorder
Do I gain any performance benefits by closing inactive apps on my iPhone 3GS? [more inside]
posted by DWRoelands at 6:58 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by DWRoelands at 6:58 AM PST - 15 comments
Page-turner science book
Can you recommend a science book along the lines of Bill Bryson's "A Short History of Nearly Everything"? [more inside]
Portable Media Player that supports WMV and composite?
ProductFilter: Looking for a Portable Media Player that supports WMV file formats AND composite or S-Video output. And is hopefully not a piece of junk. [more inside]
What are your favorite low carb snacks and meals without tons of cheese and nuts?
I need recipes that rely mainly on meats, non-starchy veggies, eggs and seasoning. No rice, gluten, wheat, fruit or sugars of any kind, though I can substitute sugar with liquid Splenda if necessary. Cheeses and nuts are only sparingly accepted. What should I make? [more inside]
posted by slightly sissy tea hound at 6:28 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by slightly sissy tea hound at 6:28 AM PST - 28 comments
A torrent of tomatoes
Best uses for fresh tomatoes other than saucing pasta? [more inside]
posted by libraryhead at 6:15 AM PST - 45 comments
posted by libraryhead at 6:15 AM PST - 45 comments
How to deal with over-the-top sardonic, witty coworker?
So I work with pretty much this guy (really, it's almost spot-on). It's wearing me down. I've tried to engage with him earnestly in the hope that he'll let his guard down a bit, but it doesn't get me very far. Any ideas about how to cope with him? My two options at this point seems to be avoiding him as much as possible or engaging on "his level" and beating him verbally to submission. Neither option holds much appeal for me, but neither does the current situation.
What is Tantrum referring to in this freestyle battle?
What is the "nerdy reference" to this Asian hip hop freestyle battle? [more inside]
I can haz deductions?
My Taxes Filter: If I spend $2000 in self-employment income on equipment for said business (this is all the money I made on said business this year) will I be able to deduct roughly that amount and not pay taxes on the $2000? [more inside]
iPad note-taking app that supports video (incl. youtube) clips?
Is there a note-taking iPad app that clips/embeds and displays video? [more inside]
posted by aielen at 4:20 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by aielen at 4:20 AM PST - 1 comment
Name-that-story-filter
Name-that-story-filter: Anthropologist mother with her daughter (and son?) on a planet separated from the rest of civilization by years of sub-light space travel. Mom maintains scientific detachment, but daughter is assimilated into peculiar local culture with taboos against social interaction, driving mother and daughter apart. Inspired by this AskMe. [more inside]
posted by tigrrrlily at 2:43 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by tigrrrlily at 2:43 AM PST - 7 comments
Should I make myself read/play more sports?
I have little interest in sports and I'm feeling left out because of it. Should I make myself read/watch more on the subject and pick up a sport? [more inside]
Friend wants to do a fasting/exercise regime to lose 1-2 lbs a day. She's adamant about this, so what can she do to minimize the damage to her body during this time.
A good friend is attempting to do a fasting/exercise regime where her main goal is to lose 1-2 pounds per day for at least 2 weeks by not eating anything and doing a lot of cardio everyday. I have personally (and constantly) argued against this as it is clearly unhealthy but she seems to be set on doing this. What can I do or recommend so that she doesn't cause serious damage to her body? [more inside]
August 8
More talk, less GRAR please.
Looking for a talk radio station that won't agitate me to bits, nor put me to sleep. Special snowflake details inside. Would wildly prefer radio as opposed to podcasts, TED talks, etc., as I'm at work, and sometimes I'm in the middle of something and I can't tear myself away to change the podcast, etc. [more inside]
posted by spinifex23 at 11:49 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by spinifex23 at 11:49 PM PST - 15 comments
Boxes, boxes, everywhere...
Did you feel overwhelmed after your move? [more inside]
posted by R2WeTwo at 11:29 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by R2WeTwo at 11:29 PM PST - 25 comments
Oh diary, why doesn't he write to me?
Should I contact him? [more inside]
Losing my (lack of) religion
Former Christian, happily married to a lifelong atheist for over two decades, considering returning to church. Very apprehensive. [more inside]
Mystery wooden thing-a-ma-bob.
Looking for a local tour guide to show me around Dhaka, Bangladesh
I am in Dhaka, Bangladesh for a few weeks visiting my girlfriend who is doing research on water and sanitation. While she is busy at work, I was hoping to do some exploration. She's asking around, but most of the people she works with are public-health professionals from out of the country, or Bangladeshis who are already too busy to deal with some non-desi like me.
Given my lack of Bangla language abilities compounded by my overwhelming whiteness (6'3", blonde hair, blue eyes) I was hoping to find a guide to show me around some of the less touristed areas.
Does the wondrous community of AskMeFi have any suggestions? Or, know any locals who might be up for the job? I don't have a ton of resources (read: $$$), but a little seems to go a long way here.
AskMeFi, Help me get my adventure on in Dhaka!
Getting into UC Berkeley
Can I get into UC Berkeley graduate school after a mediocre undergraduate career by applying myself most strenuously to my teaching credential program? [more inside]
posted by Peregrin5 at 9:13 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by Peregrin5 at 9:13 PM PST - 28 comments
Can you read the (possibly Hebrew) word on the bottom of this salt shaker?
Can you read the (possibly Hebrew) word on the bottom of this salt shaker? [more inside]
posted by soelo at 9:11 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by soelo at 9:11 PM PST - 6 comments
How do I think about how to build things?
What are the canonical authors / works on design thinking and what books / other resources would you recommend as an intro to design thinking for a social science and policy wonk? [more inside]
What else can one do to experiment with sex, besides the actual sex part?
Sex question :) What else is there to experiment with, besides the act itself? Looking for as many ideas as possible. [more inside]
Resources on complicated grief
Where can I find resources on complicated grief, especially with regard to grieving something that never was? [more inside]
I can't afford IIT full tuition. Scholarships!
IIT Chicago filter: 27 ACT and ~3.5 gpa. Chances of getting in? Scholarships? Should I retake my ACT? Questions... [more inside]
Run, Runner!
Where could I get a blinking red handheld light the size of a quarter? [more inside]
How to make a custom map?
I need a custom map. I do not want to pay for it. It is going to be of the majority of the African continent. How do I do this without wasting several hours of my life, buying Illustrator, or generally not sucking up the place?
why can't we be friends?
How can I dialogue with my boyfriend about some of his friends so that I'm a) not creating unnecessary discord and b) able to stay true to myself and my own needs. [more inside]
posted by These Birds of a Feather at 8:11 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by These Birds of a Feather at 8:11 PM PST - 26 comments
Art/advertising similar to Professor Marvel's wagon from The Wizard of Oz?
Art/advertising similar to Professor Marvel's wagon from The Wizard of Oz? [more inside]
What should I do when I buy this Virgin Mobile phone?
I'm planning on buying a like-new Virgin Mobile phone from a seller on Craigslist tomorrow. Are there any precautions I need to take like with Sprint (bad ESNs)? [more inside]
Dental tourism in Costa Rica?
Maybe We Can Eventually Make Language A Complete Impediment To Understanding.
I'm working on a comic that's a parody of detective noir comics. I want the most obscure, antiquated, and obfuscating slang from early 20th century America. [more inside]
posted by cmoj at 7:38 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by cmoj at 7:38 PM PST - 10 comments
The care and feeding of boyfriends (in rural Japan)
My boyfriend is coming to visit me in Japan. Yay! Help me help him not die of isolation, culture shock and boredom. [more inside]
How do I report my neighbor's illegal auto-shop?
How/who to report my neighbor's auto-shop-run-out-of-his-garage to? [more inside]
Help me Pimp my international business phone network... OF DOOM!
Help me prepare and organize my business phone network utilizing a Landline/Fax (copper-USA), Iphone (AT&T), Skype, Google Voice, etc (other services?) as optimally as possible. I want viable international business line(s) I can easily express on a Business Card. PS, I have to connect with Fiji as cheaply as possible. [more inside]
Taking what I'm given 'cause I'm working on commission
What is it really like to work (primarily) on commission? I have never worked on commission before and I am worried it will be stressful and full of conflicts. [more inside]
Cutting Jersey Knits
I just bought this dress, and I need to shorten it. It has a raw hem, so all I need to do, theoretically, is measure and cut. I know the trick for cutting a straight line on woven fabric (thank you 8th grade Home Ec!), but have no idea how to ensure an even cut on Jersey. Tips? Tricks?
What is this photo of?
Calling all Detectives: Help me identify what's in this photograph [more inside]
posted by coward at 7:17 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by coward at 7:17 PM PST - 7 comments
No More Handwavium Drives
I'm tired of suspending my disbelief regarding FTL travel. Suggest some good books, series, and authors. [more inside]
posted by General Tonic at 7:01 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by General Tonic at 7:01 PM PST - 28 comments
Flying to Korea on my first international trip. Advice?
I'm flying to South Korea (JFK to PEK to ICN) in two weeks for my first international trip in years. I need some advice on preparation, the flight, and the subsequent two months I'll spend in Korea. [more inside]
posted by jykmf at 6:54 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by jykmf at 6:54 PM PST - 9 comments
Support for New Parents with Asperger's
I'm looking for support groups for soon-to-be-parents with Asperger's Syndrome. Both individuals are 20ish and haven't had a lot experience being self-sufficient, have had difficulty organizing their lives, keeping jobs, etc. They are very excited about having a child, but could use some guidance on parenting, setting up a home, etc.
posted by ms_rasclark at 6:19 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by ms_rasclark at 6:19 PM PST - 4 comments
NYC employment contracts
My brother is negotiating a private sector job here in NYC (on a Green Card) and had a question about employment contracts. [more inside]
Found Kitty Etiquette
Cute little cat help: Orange kitty, young, declawed, followed my wife home from her walk just now. We think we know where kitty belongs, but the people don't seem to be home. [more inside]
Bait & switch job with unemployment benefits.
What happens when you are on NYS unemployment, you get a job, show up for the first day, and find out the job situation was a bait & switch? [more inside]
It's like being a Lovecraft character
My Apple Time Capsule makes noise; it always has but now it's become an issue. It's 5 months out of warranty and I'm looking for options before I trek down to the Genius Bar and beg for help. [more inside]
posted by dolface at 5:40 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by dolface at 5:40 PM PST - 4 comments
I've Fallen and I Can't Get Out
Middle aged male going back to biking after a few years away. I know I need them, but I find the thought of clipless pedals quite scary. How can I get past this and transition as easily as possible.
Can my wife, who signed the divorce decree, rescind on an uncontested divorce less than 24 hours before it would be finalized?
My wife decided to contest the divorce less than 24 hours before it would have been finalized. She had already signed all of the decrees. [more inside]
Help translate an Iraqi homage to The Muppet Show
For Goodness Sakes, I Got the Hippy Hippy Shakes. Oh, No I Don't.
I'm new to the world of anxiety and I'm wondering: can general anxiety end as quickly (and nonsensically) as it starts? [more inside]
posted by kinetic at 4:34 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by kinetic at 4:34 PM PST - 9 comments
What's your life like as a doctor or pharmacist?
You are a Pharmacist or DoctorFilter: What it like to get into (and be) in these professions? [more inside]
Girl encounters beady-eyed aquatic jelly creature, lives to tell the tale
What is this tiny creature I found attached to my leg after swimming in the Chesapeake Bay? [more inside]
posted by SugarAndSass at 3:58 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by SugarAndSass at 3:58 PM PST - 14 comments
Well these are my options. What do you think?
Do I juggle work and school or just go to school and live off my savings and loans [more inside]
posted by Rubbstone at 3:43 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Rubbstone at 3:43 PM PST - 13 comments
Can I use the Xoom to edit pdfs using a stylus?
I want to read and mark-up ebooks and pdfs and word docs using a stylus but not be bound to Apple. Your experiences with the Xoom or other tablet? [more inside]
One day NYC getaway?
What are some day trip options from New York City via an airplane? [more inside]
No discretion in the age of social media?
Complaining about family members publicly on the internet - is this the new normal? [more inside]
Ethics of leaving a college teaching job near the start of the semester?
I agreed to take a teaching job at certain community college, and now, just two weeks away from the beginning of the semester, it looks like a much better job is about to come through for me. What are the ethical considerations of backing out? [more inside]
Help me understand interacting with a RESTful API, please
I'm tired of using other people's modules for interacting with websites' APIs. But I can't seem to quite wrap my head around using JSON with a website/cgi script I haven't designed. Are there any good tutorials that talk over how to build a JSON file to send to a RESTful API and then do what you want, preferably generalized so I'm not searching for a new one for each website? [more inside]
posted by mccarty.tim at 2:47 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by mccarty.tim at 2:47 PM PST - 7 comments
Where can I get a professional looking iPad Mount?
Where can I get a professional looking iPad Mount? [more inside]
Marketshare for phones with qwerty keyboards?
How popular are phones with physical qwerty keyboards? I'm curious to find hard data that shows how popular cellphones with keyboards are (US, Global, anything). [more inside]
Young Midwesterner needs help finding a field of study
I'm a young female in the Midwest, motivated to work in medical science, but am otherwise directionless. Help me put my puzzle pieces of strengths and weaknesses together to decide on a field of study? [more inside]
Los Angeles rental (mis)management
Inept Los Angeles apartment management accounting, part 2: they now claim the $26 we owe them is from January 2010. My new question is: is it even legit that they are making this claim after 1.5 years? Is there a time limit? [more inside]
Recommend a body-scan relaxation meditation?
Recommend a body-scan relaxation meditation? [more inside]
posted by lemonade at 1:24 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by lemonade at 1:24 PM PST - 7 comments
Are things really worse than ever? How can I cope?
Are things really worse than ever? How can I cope? [more inside]
Armed - How do I know if it's dangerous?
What are the next step(s) I should take regarding a recent incident with my neighbors, a handgun being held in my apartment, and combat-related PTSD. [more inside]
How to invest a $75,000 inheritance
I am about to inherit a significant, but not enormous, amount of money. How do I manage this process without making myself insane or losing it all? Help me set up a basic investment plan. [more inside]
Time to buy shares, but how? (UK)
I'm looking to buy a few dozen shares in a small company that I am fond of. These are not really for investment, although I might buy shares in the future for investment. Can anyone recommend a UK online broker? The company itself is also UK-based.
posted by NoiselessPenguin at 1:06 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by NoiselessPenguin at 1:06 PM PST - 1 comment
Temple of the Holy LOL For Good
What other groups use a religious-like structure humourously as a form of activism, art, or community? Something along the veins of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence?
Should I invite the ex?
Should I invite my friend's ex to a party I am throwing at his house? [more inside]
Good, cheap way to display paintings at art fair?
Signed up for a 10x10 tent at an outdoor art fair; seeking advice on how to display my paintings. My plan is to wire pieces of pegboard together to make "walls" to hang the paintings on. Got a better idea? [more inside]
Please hammer don't hurt 'em!
Which tool should I use to remove my asphalt driveway? [more inside]
posted by eralclare at 12:11 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by eralclare at 12:11 PM PST - 14 comments
Programming a rogue-like
For my Fall project, I've decided to build a rogue-like game. I've never created a game before, and I'm looking for a good fit language\API. [more inside]
posted by Eddie Mars at 11:48 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Eddie Mars at 11:48 AM PST - 11 comments
Clean up after meth head?
Is it safe to rent out an apartment where meth was used but was never a meth lab? Will due diligence cleaning and painting be enough? [more inside]
Help a friend get legal ownership of a car he purchased in Illinois sans title
Help a friend get legal ownership of a car he purchased in Illinois sans title [more inside]
Good news websites for people buried under a rock?
Help me be more informed and less of a stupid ignoramus! [more inside]
A-Bomb Test Pic Signature
Who signed this A-Bomb pic?
Building Web Apps
I have a request from one of my clients to build a web app that's beyond what I've ever done before. Could anyone point me at some solutions or places to bone-up? [more inside]
Double health insurance?
Health insurance filter: Complicated situation involving student health insurance. [more inside]
posted by petiteviolette at 11:30 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by petiteviolette at 11:30 AM PST - 6 comments
thank you bad?
I just had a job interview and sent a thank you email to each of my interviewers after. My partner poo pooed this saying it is not done in the UK (where we are). Is this a black mark for me in regards to my application? [more inside]
What heave you Olde Winch?
What might this winch have been used for? [more inside]
OS X Lion apps re-opening documents?
OS X Lion: the fact that Numbers, Pages, and Preview open up documents I had open is really making me want to stab myself. I've even installed Excel to avoid it. How can I turn off this horrible feature? [more inside]
Help us build our dream hobbit house!
Beginning to plan for building our dream house. It will be made of earth (cob or earthbag/superadobe). We live in NW Oregon. Thoughts, advice, etc. needed. [more inside]
I need an awesome title for my business cards.
I'd like to get myself some general-use business cards (just name, title, email.) I'm reasonably clear on my name, and quite certain of my email, but... what's my title? [more inside]
Curated podcast of selected audio ("Best of the week")
I realize there are about 1000 threads on podcast recommendations, but I'm looking for something very specific so I feel justified in starting a new thread. I'm wondering if anyone knows of a podcasts that aggregates audio content from other podcasts into a cherry-picked compilation. The closest I've found is NPR's Most Emailed feed, but I'd also love to hear some content from outside the NPR realm. Basically, I'm thinking of an audio equivalent of Longreads/Send Me a Story.
Help me find a good Search/Index solution for PHP
What are the best search/indexing solutions for a PHP site? [more inside]
Where to start investing at 45?
My boss is a 45 year old director who has never bothered to invest or start a portfolio. Where should I have him get started? [more inside]
posted by JJkiss at 10:14 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by JJkiss at 10:14 AM PST - 15 comments
How can I watch downloaded videos on tv efficiently?
How can my parents watch downloaded videos more efficiently on their TV? [more inside]
Selling in Autumn, Winter, Spring
[Youarenotmyrealtor-filter] Just how important is the 'seasonal affect' of price in real estate? If I sell in the winter as opposed to the spring, how much am I sacrificing in terms of price, in very general terms? [more inside]
Help me find a forest green bridesmaid dress!
Help me find a forest green bridesmaid dress! [more inside]
Bicycle, bicycle!
I want to get into biking....I know nothing about bikes. Info and reccomendations please. [more inside]
Is it really that bad?
My boyfriend hit me. How I should react to this? [more inside]
Can I ask for the cash value of a prize?
At work, I won a new macbook air in a contest that I don't want/need When I get it, I plan to just sell it on craigslist, where I'll take a loss compared to its retail price. Thing is, I'm 98% sure that my boss, who organized the contest, hasn't actually bought the computer yet. Would it be rude to just ask him to give me the cash he would have spent directly?
Better to cave in or leave the nest?
I got a kitten. The kitten is not allowed to live with me in the family-owned house I stay in during the school year. Do I give up on being a cat momma and leave my kitten at my parents' house? Or do I go for broke and find my own place? The easy route is galling, but the hard route looks HARD. I'm not sure whether I should swallow my pride or man up. [more inside]
Who's Going to Hire Me?
Help me with my velcro rollers, please
Velcro Rollers: How do you use them? [more inside]
Ironically, this post is a reboot
This is a variation on a question I asked six months ago (and if I had the presence of mind, I would have included it then), but would you fine folks care to give me examples of film or television reboots or remakes that are generally considered to exceed the source material? [more inside]
I'm dyeing a silk dress--help me avoid ruining it!
I'm going to dye a silk dress. It's currently green. Please direct me towards not screwing this up! [more inside]
posted by lovableiago at 9:10 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by lovableiago at 9:10 AM PST - 7 comments
Jumpin Jack Flash It's NOT a gas gas gas
Car battery dead at JFK long term parking after 3 week business trip. Port Authority Customer Care jumped it but it wouldn't keep a charge. What the hell do I do now? [more inside]
posted by spicynuts at 9:02 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by spicynuts at 9:02 AM PST - 18 comments
Sinkstink.
What is wrong with my bathroom sink? [more inside]
Olympic rainforest suggestions
My wife and I were thinking of heading up to the Olympic Peninsula over Labor Day to do some camping and light day-hiking and would love any suggestions for areas, camp-grounds, hikes, etc. Details inside. [more inside]
So what are these letter things anyway?
I haven't lost the ability to correspond at a level higher than most ten-year-olds. I never had it to begin with. [more inside]
What else besides Google Commerce?
On-site search for e-commerce: What's out there besides Google Commerce? [more inside]
Stocks and bonds and downgrades... oh my.
What is the most prudent way to reallocate one's 401(k) in light of the US downgrade and recent market crash, assuming one has a moderate number of years until retirement and wishes to get a return on investment greater than the typical return of money market funds?
Will Work 4 Whiskey
I've been asked to name my price to bartend at a private party this Saturday. What the the going rates? [more inside]
How can I reduce my banking fees?
How can I pay less for a checking account and ATM access? [more inside]
Trying to find website of a design duo.
I'm' trying to find a website of a pair of young(er than me) designers that I'd come across a year or so ago. They had several sites under their belt, but also (I believe) had some hosting/templates that were really nice. More details inside! [more inside]
posted by Wink Ricketts at 8:33 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Wink Ricketts at 8:33 AM PST - 3 comments
Cell Food. Really?
"Cell Food." Really? [more inside]
Peter and the Wolf with female narrator?
I'd like to identify a particular recording of Peter and the Wolf. [more inside]
What kind of tree does this seed come from?
Please help me identify these seeds/pods found outside the Cité des Sciences & l'Industrie museum in Paris, France. There are a bunch of trees there and I'd like to know what kind they are. Seed pods closed and opened up. I also found a photo of the trees in bloom here. Thanks!
posted by bjrn at 7:46 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by bjrn at 7:46 AM PST - 4 comments
What's My Motivation?
I used to be an adult. I have lost my motivation. It must be around here somewhere. [more inside]
posted by tel3path at 7:29 AM PST - 43 comments
posted by tel3path at 7:29 AM PST - 43 comments
How do I tough this one out? (Time apart from boyfriend)
I will not be seeing (or even hearing from) my boyfriend for a while. Are there any effective ways to cope with the craziness of missing him so badly? [more inside]
posted by accisse at 7:29 AM PST - 51 comments
posted by accisse at 7:29 AM PST - 51 comments
I'm not asthmatic but I'm having trouble breathing
In the past week or so, I've developed a tightness in my throat that makes breathing very uncomfortable. What could it be? [more inside]
posted by litnerd at 7:06 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by litnerd at 7:06 AM PST - 18 comments
Cheap rustic cabins in the UP?
Cheap, rustic cabins in the UP? [more inside]
How to scan needlework
How can I make a print of a piece of needlework? [more inside]
Please help me find a digital push pin map
It would be interesting to see where my friends and clients are at via pushpin map
Is there a free application (mac) or web based solution for this? I would love to be able to see the entire USA and be able zoom in or out
I know therapy will be on there somewhere...
Please help me to compile a definitive list of treatments and cures for anxiety. [more inside]
I want to make a list of things I need to do before I move abroad
I'm moving to another country at the end of the week and I want to make a list of things I need to do before I go. Obvious is good. [more inside]
Room wanted ads on Craigslist - do they work?
Moving to Toronto filter: Is there point in posting a "I'm looking for a room" ad describing myself on Craigslist? [more inside]
posted by marais at 4:36 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by marais at 4:36 AM PST - 11 comments
What to sell along the way? RTW honeymoon from US to Europe & Asia
What to sell along the way, RTW honeymoon from US to Europe & Asia [more inside]
What is the International Phonetic Alphabet notation of "-esque" ?
What is the International Phonetic Alphabet notation of "-esque" ? [more inside]
posted by Cogentesque at 1:59 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Cogentesque at 1:59 AM PST - 5 comments
August 7
My ex-doula wants to sue. I'm sure she can but when?
My childbirth education coach/ doula is trying to sue me. She says I am refusing to pay but she's well aware that I don't have an income any longer and has even helped me with my job search. What kind of rights do I have in the amount of time that I'm given or the wording that she's using? [more inside]
SmashWords vs. Smashed Publishing Market
I would like to publish a non-fiction book so weird that no agent would possibly take it. Should I self-publish? [more inside]
posted by shii at 11:37 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by shii at 11:37 PM PST - 8 comments
How to Tell My Family that I don`t want to Move Back
Traditional and slightly controlling parents expect me to move back to their place after college. [more inside]
posted by sincerely-s at 11:14 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by sincerely-s at 11:14 PM PST - 11 comments
I don't want BV *or* a Bitter Vag!
Bacterial Vaginosis Treatment: How long until the godawfully bitter taste from the antibiotics goes away? (NSFW) [more inside]
Burma Shave Redux!
Rap (Recommendation) Throw Down?
Introduce me to rap and hip hop? [more inside]
Old cat and new kitten strategy
Old cat, new kitten filter: Does anyone have experience introducing an older cat to a new kitten? My cat is 17 years old, female indoor. Any advice/ best practices?
Help me find blackout/lined curtains without breaking the bank.
Help me find blackout/lined curtains without breaking the bank. [more inside]
posted by drjimmy11 at 9:17 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by drjimmy11 at 9:17 PM PST - 17 comments
Does an accident go on your record if no Police Report is filed?
Does an accident go on your record if no Police Report is filed? [more inside]
Help me be less ignorant about cars.
I would like to not feel panicky when things go wrong with my car. Where can I learn the basics of how cars work and how to troubleshoot them? [more inside]
posted by JDHarper at 8:35 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by JDHarper at 8:35 PM PST - 13 comments
can i afford to be happy??
looking to move - can i afford portland? seattle? [more inside]
Know any charitably minded organisations that became commercially successful?
Examples of organisations that begin with charitable motives that evolved into successful commercial enterprises? [more inside]
posted by zaebiz at 7:56 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by zaebiz at 7:56 PM PST - 16 comments
Either way, it's got 2.5 stars!
What are textbooks actually like on the Kindle? [more inside]
I am totally not google-stalking you, but maybe I am. Kinda.
Everybody knows that people check out people they're interviewing with, but how do you bring that information into the conversation without sounding like a creepy stalker? [more inside]
posted by canine epigram at 7:35 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by canine epigram at 7:35 PM PST - 13 comments
Now I'm playing with power -- portable power! (Please?)
How can I portably power my old slide projector on the go? [more inside]
posted by stleric at 7:03 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by stleric at 7:03 PM PST - 6 comments
Will not sending my kids to preschool doom them to poverty, prison, drug addictions, despair, etc?
Will not sending my kids to preschool doom them to poverty, prison, drug addictions, despair, etc? [more inside]
The feds in a unitary state
In recent coverage of the Mark Duggan shooting and subsequent riots, I've seen a few instances of people referring to the police as "feds". Obviously in Britain there are no actual feds since there's no federal government, so what's the story here? [more inside]
posted by strangely stunted trees at 6:57 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by strangely stunted trees at 6:57 PM PST - 8 comments
Boosting a wifi signal
My wireless router isn't strong enough to reach my bedroom. What is an inexpensive solution to boost my signal?
Portraits at different focal lengths compared?
Where can I see comparisons of portraits shot with different focal lengths? Ideally the same shot, of a person, with varying lens lengths (fisheye, 18mm, 50mm, 200mm, etc.)? [more inside]
posted by wnissen at 5:44 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by wnissen at 5:44 PM PST - 10 comments
I died of cuteness
Rabiesfilter: a cute puppy mouthed me and broke the skin. Do I need to get any shots? [more inside]
posted by grobstein at 5:32 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by grobstein at 5:32 PM PST - 12 comments
Ozamiz laptop
My friend wants to buy a laptop computer for her 13 year-old daughter in Ozamiz City, Philippines, for about $500 Canadian/US.
Could you recommend a reliable brand and model for that price, and possibly a retailer in or near that location? Thanks.
Want to teac elementary abroad-no certification.
I want out of America--and I want to teach elementary school abroad, but I don't have any certification. [more inside]
Cake, biscuit, or death?
I am in the US and want to try Jaffa Cakes. The local Aldi has something that purports to be jaffa cakes under the "Cafe Bistro" brand for $1.99. Is this an acceptable substitute for the the real McVities Jaffa Cakes, or should I just find someplace to order them on the Intarwebs?
posted by Dr. Zira at 5:01 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by Dr. Zira at 5:01 PM PST - 25 comments
If I turn them down I'm a bitch; if I don't, I'm "leading them on" and I'm still a bitch
I don't know how to reject men! I just know I'm handling this all wrong, please advise. [more inside]
How can I become a better writer?
Help. I am a junior academic but I'm not as good of a writer as I'd like to be and I'd like to change that. [more inside]
How can I become more decisive?
Are you someone who has had trouble being indecisive and has improved their condition? How did you do it? [more inside]
How do I thaw a half-frozen, half-unfrozen steak?
I have two gorgeous bistro steaks that I was hoping to cook tonight, but my fridge was temperamental this weekend and froze half of each steak solid (the other halves are a non-frozen, safe temperature). Is there any way of thawing the frozen halves out? Do I just cut the steaks in half? Feed me, Metafilter!
posted by Stephanie Duy at 4:21 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Stephanie Duy at 4:21 PM PST - 7 comments
tried to plug in computer to service port on back of tv and tv will not turn on now
Hubby tried to plug in computer to service port (USB type B) on back of tv and tv will not turn on now. Vizio VX42L HDTV10A. Service folks say it is a port only for service tech folks & they advise calling for repair folks (not covered under warranty). Anyone know a way to fix it w/o resorting to paying money for repair folks to come out to house?
Help with a leaky sink drain
Months vs. years
Why is (apparently identical) toddler clothing labelled as both "2T" and "twenty-four months?" [more inside]
posted by werkzeuger at 2:59 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by werkzeuger at 2:59 PM PST - 15 comments
send me packing
For several days I had an intermittent problem sending email from my Mac Mail program. I have three addresses set up through the program, including my main account (from my own website) that i have used for more than two years. Now the smtp is rejecting me. [more inside]
Just peachy.
Preserving fail! Many of my peach slices sorta disintegrated in the simple syrup I was going to can them in. They don't look like they're going to can so well. Is there any way to salvage them? Something else I can use them for? Anything?? [more inside]
Please answer this pointless car question!
What car manufacturer has an R inside a wide oval as its logo? [more inside]
posted by Holy Zarquon's Singing Fish at 1:58 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Holy Zarquon's Singing Fish at 1:58 PM PST - 8 comments
How can I easily find out when my favorite bands release new albums?
I'm an avid music consumer and want to know when the bands I like (there are easily hundreds of them) release a new album. [more inside]
posted by tomwheeler at 1:47 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by tomwheeler at 1:47 PM PST - 6 comments
ICE ICE ...Culinary
Has anyone taken the ICE Culinary career training program in NYC? [more inside]
posted by bquarters at 1:45 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by bquarters at 1:45 PM PST - 7 comments
iPad App for spreadsheets
I need an iPad2 spreadsheet app with some specific requirements concerning conditional formatting: [more inside]
Sort Gmail Inbox by Sender
How Do I Sort My Gmail Inbox by Sender? [more inside]
Looking for advice about moving from the United States to Germany for a year. Have any?
Looking for advice about moving from the United States to Germany for a year. Have any? [more inside]
posted by chasing at 12:51 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by chasing at 12:51 PM PST - 8 comments
looking for erotic tale
I love disturbing erotic tale like Daddy's girl and father of lies by Janet Inglis, Velocity by Kristin Mccloy, Jumping the green by Leslie Schwartz, True things about me by Deborah Kay Davies.
I love relationships dark with anti-heros mysterious.
Can you recommend me some novels like this ?
Thank you very much.
posted by AMBRE66 at 12:27 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by AMBRE66 at 12:27 PM PST - 4 comments
Old words with new meanings?
What are some words whose definitions have changed significantly in the last few centuries? [more inside]
What sizes shoes do I wear?
I searched previous AskMeFi questions for recommendations on shoes to help my aching feet, but I realize I don't know my shoe size and don't really know how to measure my feet. And because my feet are wide, I think I need both length and width. Please help.
MAC EXPERTS: Please help troubleshoot a Boot Camp issue
MAC EXPERTS: Please help out a brother with a Boot Camp troubleshooting issue. Relatively clear explanation follows. [more inside]
posted by Alaska Jack at 12:08 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Alaska Jack at 12:08 PM PST - 18 comments
Vintage Flashlight Bulb Hunt
How do I find out what kind of bulb my vintage flashlight requires? [more inside]
Help me reverse engineer this UFO
Can you help me setup my airport wireless network without an actual H.G. Wells time machine? [more inside]
posted by Bohemia Mountain at 11:07 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Bohemia Mountain at 11:07 AM PST - 7 comments
Troubleshooting Bluetooth
I'm having trouble getting my Toshiba Satellite e105 (64 bit, running Windows 7) to connect to my Insignia NS-BT400 via Bluetooth. [more inside]
The best all-purpose detergent powder
What's an inexpensive powdered detergent that I can use for dishes, laundry, and scrubbing sinks? [more inside]
posted by Net Prophet at 10:45 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Net Prophet at 10:45 AM PST - 20 comments
Help me to not ruin his krieg cred
I need help cutting a metalhead's hair (for maintenance) [more inside]
posted by Tarumba at 10:45 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Tarumba at 10:45 AM PST - 7 comments
Not in the basement yet...
I got moved to a much smaller desk at work (I kinda feel like Milton) and now everything feels really crowded. How can I increase the empty space on my desktop? What can I move or rearrange? Is there any magical desk accessory that can help me? [more inside]
Rugby Pix and Google Fu
Looking for a photo of Ben Cohen, the rugby player, and someone else. [more inside]
posted by PinkMoose at 10:31 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by PinkMoose at 10:31 AM PST - 2 comments
How Do I Screen People Wanting to Adopt Kittens?
How Do I Screen People Wanting to Adopt Kittens? [more inside]
Straw hats can be awesome, where can I find one in NYC?
For all its niceties, the downside of internet shopping is that its sometimes hard to just find an actual store that has what you want. I want a straw hat for the beach this week (yay vacation!), and want to find the store in NYC has the best in-store selection. I am a guy.
I need to try them on, because my face and head are unforgiving of hat's that just don't work. I'm not even sure of the exact style will fit me best. I can look real bad or totally ok easily.
Would like to spend under $100... where should I look, fine folks?
posted by shimmer at 10:25 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by shimmer at 10:25 AM PST - 6 comments
Seattle Luggage Storage
Where to find NFL player data for 2010 by game?
In a (probably futile) effort to dominate my fantasy football league, I am looking for data. [more inside]
What is the significance of the professions eligible for Costco membership in the UK?
What is the significance of the professions eligible for Costco membership in the UK? [more inside]
Can I cancel my AT&T service and use my iPhone as an iPod Touch?
Apple says that if you upgrade to a new iPhone, you can use the old one as an iPod Touch. Can you do that without upgrading? [more inside]
posted by brianogilvie at 9:25 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by brianogilvie at 9:25 AM PST - 19 comments
Automatically populate cells in Excel?
How do I get Excel to automatically populate the cell in a certain column when I have manually populated the cells in the other columns of the same row? [more inside]
Looking for a game online
I used to play this game online which was kind of cool. I've forgotten the name/URL. The gamespace was a floating grid in space. On the grid are panels of light (and other shapes) looping around in huge arcs and fountains. The game play was to bounce your point of view using the controls until you could hitch a ride on the circling panels in order to approach and finally go through a gateway to the next level.
You can design your own levels if you choose and there was an online community doing this. I think the name had 'world' in it. The whole concept was to be relaxing and diverting rather than competitive in nature.
posted by diode at 8:16 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by diode at 8:16 AM PST - 3 comments
does david lynch still keep his head?
In his 1996 essay, David Lynch Keeps His Head, David Foster Wallace describes his three day visit to the set of Lost Highways. In the course of the essay, he describes his opinions of the success or failure of previous David Lynch projects, but did he ever comment on, or publish a review of Lost Highways after the film was released?
posted by mumblelard at 8:00 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by mumblelard at 8:00 AM PST - 1 comment
I want to go back to college after a 15 year hiatus!
I want to go back to college but I feel like I'm starting all over again and don't even know if I can get back in! I'm posting this anonymously because my lack of college degree deeply embarrasses me. More details about my situation inside... [more inside]
Alternative Equivalent to the old Songza
Looking for an equivalent to Songza as it was in jukebox format, not internet radio/streaming/build your own station format. Essentially, I want to be able to link to any specific song and share that link with anyone. Bonus if the link is compatible with most social networking sites (Google+, Facebook, etc).
your take
How would you interpret this bumper sticker? Your initial reaction, nothing too deep. Suppose you're in your car in traffic.
What was that movie?
What was that movie: I watched a trailer more than a year ago of a documentary where they interviewed a guy who claimed he had predicted the 2008 crisis and nobody listened to him. That's all I remember. Any clue?
posted by buck:fuller at 6:42 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by buck:fuller at 6:42 AM PST - 6 comments
Not Your Average Android Low Space Story?
My Nexus One keeps hitting a low space wall lately and doing everything the Internet suggests isn't helping :\ [more inside]
posted by Calzephyr at 6:20 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Calzephyr at 6:20 AM PST - 13 comments
What's up with my GPS?
What's up with my GPS? [more inside]
Sunglass lens help
My mom is having trouble finding the right type of lens for sunglasses. She has blephritis and a cataract. The blephritis makes her eye sensitive to sunlight, but she needs bright light to help her see through the cataract.
Any suggestions for the type or color of sunglass lens to help her enjoy her summer?
Searching for guitar ensemble 'From Hell" ???
Music Filter: Trying to find composer and video for guitar ensemble which produced music 'that sounded like it came directly from hell"
I'm trying to track down the name of a composer who I read about a few years ago. He crowdsourced guitar players of all skill levels (via open audition calls, and newspaper adverts), and then created a guitar orchestra. [more inside]
posted by Faintdreams at 5:04 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Faintdreams at 5:04 AM PST - 4 comments
What time travel novels do you recommend?
I'm looking for recommendations for time travel novels-- ones that I might specifically like-- and I'd like to ask the HiveMind what they think. [more inside]
August 6
Mac Apps
Looking for the latest, greatest, Mac Apps. [more inside]
Remind me of an inexplosive book I once read
SciFiBookFilter: Looking for a book I read maybe 10 years ago in which a device is developed that renders explosives inert... [more inside]
posted by bullox at 11:40 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by bullox at 11:40 PM PST - 15 comments
CMS and Project Management System for Financial Services Company
Please help me find the right Content Management System for a 90-person financial services company. [more inside]
Please help me survive a flight without panic
Please help me survive a flight without panic [more inside]
posted by soft and hardcore taters at 9:09 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by soft and hardcore taters at 9:09 PM PST - 27 comments
Remodeling cabinets/home DIY
Remodelling Tips/Sites and Videos for Newbie [more inside]
How can I monitor Firefox resource use (CPU, memory) on a per-tab basis?
Can I monitor Firefox resource use (CPU, memory) on a per-tab basis? [more inside]
Coding a matchmaking website
If I wanted to code a simple matchmaking website along the lines of OKcupid, how would I start? I'm a complete beginner at coding. [more inside]
Attractions between Cleveland and Milwaukee?
Driving between Cleveland and Milwaukee with a day to spare; any ideas about interesting things to see? Not that interested in Cedar Point. Leaving the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to go to Alpine Valley Music Theater for Pearl Jam's 20 Anniversary concert, if that context will help. Like national parks along with man made attractions.
bellingham accomodations magic words
Lastminutedisasterfilter: Are there any places to stay in Bellingham, WA tonight? [more inside]
You movie opened in 9 theaters!
Classic Mac Game Filter: You write a screenplay synopsis and try to market your movie. I remember pulling this one off an old MacAddict CD-ROM back in the day. Maybe you remember it? [more inside]
posted by littlerobothead at 6:01 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by littlerobothead at 6:01 PM PST - 5 comments
Keeping herbs alive in a city window
I have a black thumb, but I'd really like to be able to keep a few pots of herbs in my window here in NYC. Give me your best herb practices. [more inside]
Help me help buy clothes for a couple kids
I need tips and advice for buying clothing / essentials for a family who lost their home in a fire. [more inside]
posted by Nickel Pickle at 5:41 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by Nickel Pickle at 5:41 PM PST - 25 comments
Pump up the jams
Canning mefites, lend me your wisdom! The fruit in my neighbourhood grocery store is delectable and cheap, and this year I want to experiment with slightly more interesting jams and jellies than I usually make. So far I am considering strawberry-basil, peach-ginger, cherry-vanilla, and plum-cardamom jams, but that has about exhausted my creativity and I am eager for new inspiration! What are your most delicious unusual preserves?
posted by bewilderbeast at 5:34 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by bewilderbeast at 5:34 PM PST - 29 comments
What drug(s) was this?
Some months ago, when visiting a friend in an apartment complex that has no known reports of obvious drug activity, I saw a mystery baggie on the floor of the elevator. [more inside]
Why hasn't our new dog peed yet?
We adopted a dog this morning and he still hadn't peed. How concerned should we be? New dog owners need reassurance! :) [more inside]
posted by rossination at 5:13 PM PST - 40 comments
posted by rossination at 5:13 PM PST - 40 comments
Need info on mysterious picture
Can anyone tell me something about this picture? [more inside]
How can I get Pandora to continue from song to song on its own without having it as the active page?
Why won't Pandora play to the next song unless I am on the actual Pandora screen? This might have coincided with Internet Explorer 9... [more inside]
help me find this vaguely described classic rock song
Can you help me find a classic rock song called something like Amelia? [more inside]
posted by germdisco at 4:20 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by germdisco at 4:20 PM PST - 19 comments
Without your help, Love Shack will be playing ...
Romantic proposal filter: What songs would you include in a playlist that will be played prior to a proposal? Special details inside... [more inside]
Oh, Loathe is too nice a word...
How can I use a column in an excel sheet to automatically become the comments for a corresponding column? [more inside]
posted by rich at 3:44 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by rich at 3:44 PM PST - 3 comments
A description of a woman
My question is from " Mrs.Bixby and the Colonel's Coat" by Dahl.
How did he try to characterize Mrs.Bixby by writing,"Mrs. Bixby was a big vigorous woman with a wet mouth."? Strong,active and healthy woman having a moist mouth with saliva? It seems a bit strange to me...could you describe your Mrs.Bixby?
posted by mizukko at 3:32 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by mizukko at 3:32 PM PST - 15 comments
Songs about California falling into the ocean.
Looking for songs about or featuring California falling into the ocean. [more inside]
posted by eyeballkid at 3:27 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by eyeballkid at 3:27 PM PST - 28 comments
Which Conan comics?
Where to start and where to go in reading Conan comics? [more inside]
A date with Mark?
I've got a 90-minute date with a tap of Maker's Mark. How do I make the most of it? [more inside]
Moving to NYC and looking for an apartment. Questions inside.
Moving to NYC and looking for an apartment. Questions inside. [more inside]
Information on brain lessions and vegan raw food recipes needed.
What does it mean if someone has a "brain lesion"? And how can we be supportive of our friend? Also vegan/raw food recipes needed (yes I know this question is kind of all over the place!). [more inside]
So, yeah, anal bleeding... should I be worried?
[ick filter] Things just get better and better. What do I do about anal bleeding? [more inside]
posted by patheral at 1:08 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by patheral at 1:08 PM PST - 23 comments
What can by vrother do to get his landlord to help out?
My brother rents a property in Virginia and after a storm four months ago, a massive tree was struck by lightning and fell and is now blocking their driveway. They are still able to drive through the yard to get to the house but the landlord has been dragging his feet to remedy this situation. What can he do? [more inside]
Painting Recognition Request
My brother has asked me -('cause I is a genius with this new Net thing) to identify a painting he came across in France, and additionally to translate the Japanese hieroglyphics contained within said pic. Tin-Eye was no help as it only linked to 4 expired Ebay-France pages. [more inside]
posted by Wrick at 12:38 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Wrick at 12:38 PM PST - 16 comments
YANMFA-Filter: Would it benefit me to withdraw my money from my 401K now, or wait?
YANMFA-Filter: Would it benefit me to withdraw my money from my 401K now, or wait? [more inside]
posted by sacrifix at 11:58 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by sacrifix at 11:58 AM PST - 6 comments
What is the name of this movie?
Can someone help me with the name of this movie??? [more inside]
It's like being locked in steerage on the Titanic!
Is this a safety code violation?
For two years I've lived in a two story courtyard style building in Los Angeles. Someone keeps tampering with the locks and management won't do anything about it, instead, they've opted to permanently chain shut two gates that provide safe exit from the building. The two other pedestrian doors (front door and basement garage door) they try to keep working. Having the side gates permanently chained makes me uncomfortable. [more inside]
posted by SockyMcSockyPants at 11:31 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by SockyMcSockyPants at 11:31 AM PST - 13 comments
mnemonics and numerals
How do you remember numbers? I create reports about and analyze stats all day, and I'd like to be able to remember "off the top of my head" at least a few of the keys numbers that I'm looking at. What memorization techniques or just general reading habits work for you?
Not your average NYC tourist guide
I'm visiting New York City for the second time. The first time I was there for a month and travelled alone and did little of the "tourist" stuff. Now I'm going with my girlfriend who hasn't seem the city yet.
I'm looking for personal experiences instead of general tourist guide style descriptions. [more inside]
posted by wolfr at 10:58 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by wolfr at 10:58 AM PST - 26 comments
Why is theonion.com suddenly charging people for its content?
Why is theonion.com suddenly charging people for its content? [more inside]
posted by Spamfactor at 10:52 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Spamfactor at 10:52 AM PST - 10 comments
What's up w/ my Mom's thyroid? Should she find a more concerned doctor?
Thyroid question: For almost 20 years my Mom has been hypothyroid, basically no thyroid function. Over the last year her TSH test has turned 180° to that of someone w/ normal thyroid function. Her D.O. acts unconcerned, has only barely lowered her Synthroid dose, & is only now finally ordering T3 and T4 tests with her next TSH at her insistence 3 months from now. She shows pronounced signs of either hypo- or hyperthyroidism, including fatigue, some hair thinning, & a return to symptoms she had 20 yrs ago before treatment, such as ophthalmic migraines. She wants a new PCP. Should a new PCP show more attention to her situation? What's happening to her? [more inside]
posted by Shane at 10:40 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Shane at 10:40 AM PST - 12 comments
Death finances
URGENT!!! If two people have their name on a bank account and one of them dies, is it acceptable for the other person to continue writing cheques from that account? [more inside]
posted by wutangclan at 10:30 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by wutangclan at 10:30 AM PST - 26 comments
Staggering at the tip of the Winterfell iceberg.
One hundred forty pages into Game of Thrones, and I feel like an uninvited guest at a wedding banquet, floored by unfamiliar names and familial relationships and alliances. What do I need to know to get over the hump? [more inside]
Making the most of short-term cash windfall
Due to company error, I have been saddled with a four-figure tax liability, due at the end of the year to HMRC. I received a no-interest loan from my company to cover this liability -- what can I do with it between now and the end of the year to maximize the value of this excess cash? [more inside]
Bug detectives! What bug is this??
What bug is this? We have a bunch of them, and they seem to like fabric (and they like to hang on for dear life). Are they going to eat our clothes? [more inside]
posted by sdis at 7:56 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by sdis at 7:56 AM PST - 4 comments
"Megapixels" "What? "MEGAPIXELS!"
I'm looking for an Sony TV spot for digital cameras. I'm guessing it was out around 2003. It had a guy walking around town asking anyone he could find about digital cameras police officers, construction workers, maybe a crossing guard. In one scene he is yelling down a manhole asking about megapixels. I've Googgled all I can Google and haven't been able to find it online anywhere. [more inside]
So long, Screwy! See you in St. Louie!
I'll be in St Louis with my girlfriend and her 8 year old daughter Sunday evening through Monday afternoon to hit the Zoo. We wanted to do one meal at Crown's Candy and one at Pappy's Smokehouse but they will both be closed by the time we get there Sunday.
Any scoop on good St Louis eats open on a Sunday night? Any style is good, but rustic, homey and even "divey" is better (The girl is partial to BBQ, soul food, baked goods, Mexican and Italian). There seem to be many great restaurants, but the "open-Sunday-night" bit seems to be the challenge. Thanks!
What to buy for a 25-year portfolio other than securities and index funds which contain them if there is a large dip or crash next week?
What to buy for a 25-year portfolio other than securities and index funds which contain them if there is a large dip or crash next week? [more inside]
Sitting on this fence is getting uncomfortable. Shove me.
I'm in a very long-term relationship and am unhappy. However, I don't know whether that's because my expectations are too high or because I am in a legitimately flawed relationship. Should I stay or should I go? Hope me, Hive-Mind - give me the outside opinion (Advice? Anecdotes?) I need to free myself from my crippling inability to decide. A blizzard of snowflake detail inside. [more inside]
Does cosigning for a loan affect my ability to obtain a mortgage?
I have been asked to cosign for a rather substantial loan by a family member. I am willing to help out but need to know how cosigning might affect my ability to get a mortgage in the near future. Would the amount of the cosigned loan subtract from the amount of my potential mortgage eligibility? Would it even show up on a credit check?
posted by txmon at 7:09 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by txmon at 7:09 AM PST - 27 comments
Animals are not for my entertainment - but?
I am faced with a decision that needs a resolution within the next 1/2 hour. I am against the use of animals for entertainment. Should I go to a country fair that as well as the usual offerings (rides, best pies and jams etc.), has an 'exotic animal show?' (which I could skip, but...) [more inside]
Do I need a visa for a 7-week workshop?
Does a Canadian taking a 7-week workshop in the US need a visa? A non-profit organization is hosting the workshop, not an accredited school.
posted by JPDD at 5:30 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by JPDD at 5:30 AM PST - 6 comments
I'm no buccaneer, and I'm not trying to hornswaggle anyone, but I would like to hang the RIAA from the yardarm.
Are there any significant US organizations similar to Piratbyrån? [more inside]
posted by WhitenoisE at 4:56 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by WhitenoisE at 4:56 AM PST - 1 comment
What's movie/tv show am I thinking of?
This question was inspired after watching 'My Sister's Keeper' and I have vague recollections of a movie or TV show where a young girl is dying and she wants a boy to kiss her (or possibly even more). [more inside]
posted by Scottie_Bob at 4:52 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Scottie_Bob at 4:52 AM PST - 9 comments
What movie involved a plesiosaur-like monster in a cave?
Help me remember this movie from my childhood about a band of adventurers that were attacked by a monster. [more inside]
Together Wii can do this!
How can I make a fake Wii? Or something creative/funny that plays on the word "Wii"? I want to make one as a present for someone. Explanation inside... [more inside]
Searching for fun ways to keep up with French language
I'm fairly fluent in French and would like fun ideas for keeping up with the language. [more inside]
posted by lirael2008 at 1:20 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by lirael2008 at 1:20 AM PST - 22 comments
August 5
Good temp agencies in SE FL?
Are there any good temp agencies in the WPB, FL area for someone trying to get out of the service industry and into an industry that'll let me futher my education and hone my marketable skills? [more inside]
...but you're so tough to shop for!
Help me find a good, cheap, interesting birthday/housewarming gift for a great person! [more inside]
Please help us find a book. Or maybe don't.
Please help us find a book my friend saw mention of somewhere. Or recommend other books. [more inside]
posted by KChasm at 11:16 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by KChasm at 11:16 PM PST - 10 comments
Why is politics a noble profession ?
Mustache? Yes or no
Should I keep my mustache? [more inside]
What are some songs to get over a broken heart?
To get over a broken heart (me all in, she in 65%), I'm compiling a song list on Spotify. So far, I've got "In Too Deep" by Genesis and "Some Other Time," by Bill Evans and Tony Bennett.
Now I'm stuck. It seems that falling-in-love songs were more accessible to my mind than falling-out-of-love songs.
Any suggestions would be greatly if not sorely appreciated. If they help anyone out there, all the better.
Thanks.
English to Latin Please
Latinists, will you please translate this? [more inside]
posted by rahnefan at 8:23 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by rahnefan at 8:23 PM PST - 8 comments
I need examples for the mental pictures
Are there any decorating/design blogs that are a little more "realistic" than Apartment Therapy and its ilk? Design resources for the unlucky renter on a tiny budget? [more inside]
posted by bleep at 8:01 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by bleep at 8:01 PM PST - 20 comments
Will re-sealed sausages kill me?
Do hot dogs and sausages go bad faster once the package has been opened? [more inside]
And What's the Deal with "Chicagoland" Anyway?
I might have to move my family to Chicago. Share your insider knowledge, Mefites! [more inside]
Interesting winter vacation rental for a large group outside Chicago
I'm looking to rent a house or cabin on New Year's Eve and the night before for 15-20 people. It needs to be within 4 hours of Chicago, and ideally within 4 hours of Iowa City as well, though the Iowa people can probably stop over in Chicago if the place is worth the longer trip. I've found places online, but thought I'd query the hive mind to see if anyone knows of somewhere super awesome I haven't found. [more inside]
Whaaaaaaaa! I don't like my new glasses.
My nice, expensive new glasses hurt my eyes and after 20 minutes, leave me feeling dizzy and slightly nauseous. The guy who sold them says he followed the prescription accurately. What's the cheapest remedy? [more inside]
How to quote a tweet on my computer?
How can I quote a tweet on twitter on my laptop the same way I can on my iPad? [more inside]
posted by jitterbug perfume at 6:04 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by jitterbug perfume at 6:04 PM PST - 9 comments
Fix the Fatal Fuzz!
I have (what I think is) a bad solder (mp3 around 0:42) in a pair of Church Audio CA-14 miniature headworn omnidirectional microphones. Where might I find someone to fix these here in Los Angeles? [more inside]
Document taxonomy
Looking for a document clustering application for a one-off search. Would prefer not to code my own. [more inside]
Scrumptious. Or not.
Can-we-eat-it filter: frozen pizza, thawing in the car trunk. Edible? [more inside]
posted by sucre at 5:24 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by sucre at 5:24 PM PST - 9 comments
Windows XP USB soundcard?
I want to record LP's using a Windows XP external soundcard. [more inside]
posted by facetious at 5:23 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by facetious at 5:23 PM PST - 5 comments
Readme.entrepreneur
What would go on your reading list for an aspiring entrepreneur, looking to open his or her small business soon? [more inside]
Where can I find cable TV?
I am interested in alternatives to traditional cable/satellite television. We only have one really bad cable provider in the area that I do not want to get cable from. Satellite TV is not what I want either for a variety of reasons. Netflix, iTunes and Amazon TV don't offer the shows I am interested in like Discovery Channel, MTV, Nickelodeon, Nick at Nite, news channels, etc. Is there a way to stream this kind of programming from the internet? I am willing to pay for the service but I cannot find anywhere legitimate to get something like this from. Thanks
Looking for some shows in Tokyo
Looking to find some punk-ish (or anything, really) shows in Tokyo over the next two days. Where have all of the find-shows-by-mapping sites gone? [more inside]
posted by soma lkzx at 4:16 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by soma lkzx at 4:16 PM PST - 5 comments
How do I apply myself?
I'm applying again for an internship that I interviewed for previously but didn't get. How, if at all, should I modify my application this time? [more inside]
Used phone buying advice
Best bet for a deal on HTC Thunderbolt? It can be refurbished or lightly used. I lost my Droid Incredible (or it was stolen). Contract not due until late 2012. Don't need an additional line.
Besides eBay or Craigslist any suggestions or warnings? I don't want to overpay or get scammed. Thanks in advance. [more inside]
Do club DJs still use vinyl?
ArrrGACK: a zombie pirate game
I want to create a live action zombie game at my workplace. But I'm not really a zombie fan, so I need help! [more inside]
Disk restoration
I just reformatted a disk using Disk Utility - Mac OS X 10.5.8. I chose the wrong disk. Is there any way to undo it? [more inside]
posted by unliteral at 3:09 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by unliteral at 3:09 PM PST - 19 comments
Questions about an American couple moving to Canada.
American here, with spouse. Thinking of moving to Canada within 5 years, but retaining US citizenship (both of us). One of us has quite marketable skills, the other is on disability. Will one of us being on disability hurt our chances?? Where do we start looking to learn about this process? How long does it usually take? What can we do to increase our chances of making this change? Anonymous so that work and a few other people don't find out before we let them know.
Help me make our family picnic awesome.
Ideas for food to bring on a gluten-free, vegan picnic? [more inside]
posted by arianell at 2:36 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by arianell at 2:36 PM PST - 19 comments
Please give strategies for a quick review of Calc I & II
Best way to review college Calculus I & II in as short a time as possible to prove competence in the subject? Any website, book, or methodology recommendations? I need to test out of these courses to make sure I'm not paying for an extra year of school. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 2:32 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by anonymous at 2:32 PM PST - 14 comments
Port Angeles with a preschooler
Any recommendations for things to do, places to eat, things to see in Port Angeles, Washington,with a preschooler? We have never been before. Many thanks!
posted by GaelFC at 2:32 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by GaelFC at 2:32 PM PST - 4 comments
How can I get an insider's view of the media industry?
How can I get an insider's view of the media industry? [more inside]
Most challenging dishes to cook?
What are the most difficult dishes to cook? What kinds of foods require complex preparation or lots of skill and precision? Savory souffles, beef wellington, stuffed ravioli, croissants... what else? [more inside]
posted by subject_verb_remainder at 1:15 PM PST - 80 comments
posted by subject_verb_remainder at 1:15 PM PST - 80 comments
At least the phone won't get sunburned.
Sunscreen in a Tracfone - do I need to worry? [more inside]
How did these web sites get so pretty and dynamic? (e.g. HealthMonth, NirvanaHQ)
How did these web sites get so pretty and dynamic? (e.g. HealthMonth, NirvanaHQ) [more inside]
posted by jander03 at 12:59 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by jander03 at 12:59 PM PST - 8 comments
Solo Europe backpacking tour package?
Is there such thing as a backpacking tour of Western Europe that ISN'T a group tour? Something where all of the arrangements are made for you but you do the tour by yourself? [more inside]
I want to support you, not enable you
Am I being too impatient and unsupportive with my depressed boyfriend? [more inside]
Is this the flu? Is it too late for help?
I had a headache for 10 days and now I have chills and nausea. I've never had anything quite like this before, but the closest was influenza. Given that prescription antivirals are supposed to be effective only within the first 12-24 hours of symptoms (and I'm now 240 hours past the first symptoms), would it be worth the misery of going to urgent care for this? I don't feel extreme tiredness or muscle pain as I have with past flus, but perhaps that wonder will be saved for tomorrow.
posted by jewzilla at 12:20 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by jewzilla at 12:20 PM PST - 11 comments
Flying bass line - how do I pack my guitar for flight?
First time flying with my bass guitar. How can we survive the journey? [more inside]
posted by kendrak at 12:11 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by kendrak at 12:11 PM PST - 14 comments
How am I? That depends. Who's calling?
When making a business call, is it more common to introduce yourself before the niceties or afterwards? [more inside]
Artist needs help with finish(es)
What finish(es) should I use to finish my art (artist acrylic ink on cherry wood veneer)? [more inside]
posted by ogunther at 12:05 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by ogunther at 12:05 PM PST - 18 comments
hip doctor
I've had minor scoliosis (crooked spine) all my life, which has caused constant hip/back issues. My weight and posture haven't helped, but for the past few months I've been working on that.
Are there some good materials online I can look at to research my condition? What sort of doctor would I talk to this about? What's the best strategy to getting good results from our obtuse medical system? (USA)
How can I install Python 3.2 along side my current Python 2.7 installation on Mac OS 10.6.7?
I want to install Python 3.2 in addition to the already installed Python 2.7. Can I do that in Mac OS 10.6.7? [more inside]
posted by jwwarren at 11:44 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by jwwarren at 11:44 AM PST - 6 comments
Its sad I dont remember authors/titles from stories read in college :(
ShortStoryFilter: In one of my undergrad Spanish Lit. classes, I remember reading a short story about a man who had supported the feminist struggle with his wife and had greatly benefited from women's 'liberation'. His wife gets a high paying job and he eventually either loses or quits his job and (happily) never works again. After he loses his job his life becomes carefree, he has time for friends again now that their wives are 'liberated,' while his wife comes home from work exhausted everyday. Does this ring a bell to anyone?
Why did Cheers change recording technology?
The old sitcom Cheers - what technology changed the camera when Woody arrived? [more inside]
posted by krisak at 11:27 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by krisak at 11:27 AM PST - 9 comments
What should I eat with yogurt?
Help me eat more yogurt! I only like certain foods with yogurt. What else might I like? [more inside]
posted by kristi at 11:24 AM PST - 46 comments
posted by kristi at 11:24 AM PST - 46 comments
Craft stores in NYC?
Where can I find affordable cardstock in NYC? Are places like Papyrus/Kate's Paperie my best bets, or are they overpriced? And for the bigger picture, are there large craft stores in New York City where I can buy my DIY wedding supplies in one stop? [more inside]
posted by Hwaet at 11:20 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Hwaet at 11:20 AM PST - 11 comments
My shower is not a hyperbaric chamber. What gives?
What are the rules for finding a "waterproof" watch that really is - one that can be reliably taken into a shower or pool, long term, without leaking? [more inside]
Need Management Consulting Help
I'm currently a rising senior at Harvard University thinking about applying to management consulting positions among others. I was wondering if the MeFi community had any advice or tips regarding what to do to prepare for the interview and what Management Consulting firms look for in an applicant. Any help or advice would be much appreciated; our career service center simply does not offer enough information. Thanks.
The description I'm going for is probably "pre-gentrified"
Help me find the new Greenwich Village/San Francisco/artist community that hasn't been gentrified yet. Do artist communities exist now that the Internet has taken over all other forms of communication? [more inside]
posted by book 'em dano at 10:59 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by book 'em dano at 10:59 AM PST - 18 comments
How To Lead A Panel
Looking for pointers for leading a great panel discussion or roundtable interview, in front of an audience. Tell me something that made an event you attended really memorable (in a good way), and/or give me some examples of what not to do. Thanks!
I will submit your claim Tuesday for an expensive dental procedure today
My wife's dentist is proposing submitting an insurance claim in January for work that is mostly going to be done much sooner. He says it's ethical, but I'm not so sure. Open up and say ahh... [more inside]
posted by swift at 10:27 AM PST - 39 comments
posted by swift at 10:27 AM PST - 39 comments
Disposable syringe disposal.
I control a chronic condition using regular, infrequent injections. I use disposable insulin syringes. But how do I actually dispose of them — safely, responsibly, and conveniently? My CVS pharmacist has not been helpful, and I've found various answers online. What's the authoritative best practice here?
The Power of Dreams
Is dream analysis as a form of therapy common these days? I've been looking for a new therapist. (I love my old one, but I'm moving.) I found one guy who seems pretty great... except I'm a little worried about his claim that he does a lot of dream analysis. [more inside]
What's this field worth?
How do I find the average price per acre of unirrigated farmland in northeast Nebraska? [more inside]
Cell Signal Boost Out of the Valley
The only un-awesome thing about my new apartment near Tempe, AZ is that neither I nor my roommates are receiving any signal strength on our cell phones due to the low mountains surrounding our location. We all have differerent providers (T-Mobile, Verizon, & AT&T) and not a lot of money. Please help me find a cellular signal booster that doesn't cost an arm and a leg or more than $100. I don't even know how to begin.
Converting m4a to mp3
How to automate conversion from m4a to mp3 [more inside]
Drawing a crowd?
Is it a bad idea to practice drawing caricatures by setting up a booth/table on the street? [more inside]
posted by overeducated_alligator at 9:19 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by overeducated_alligator at 9:19 AM PST - 7 comments
Super Slow Internet!! Is there a way to automatically store/autosave webpages?
Ok so I'm overseas for awhile, horrible internet; is there a way store webpages automatically so I don't have to reload them next time? I view page, what i see is saved?? Is it possible? [more inside]
posted by rmathew1 at 9:09 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by rmathew1 at 9:09 AM PST - 10 comments
Are you supposed to feed a babysitter?
What's appropriate for me to do in terms of providing food for the person who provides occasional date-night childcare for my eight-month-old son? [more inside]
posted by handful of rain at 8:41 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by handful of rain at 8:41 AM PST - 24 comments
Best ways to organize articles on a web site?
I have a how-to type web site that's grown to be fairly large. The categories I've created to organize my articles often don't fit well and I may already have too many. I'm also not using tags. I seem to lack both a good system and an aptitude for labeling & categorizing things. I need to come up with a better method that my readers will find more useful and which will also be search engine friendly. [more inside]
Chop chop
Looking to watch Under the Lights: Making of a Braves Broadcast online. [more inside]
Fix old computer or buy new one?
Should we buy a new computer or try to fix the old one? [more inside]
I need to learn to walk, and to pick up heavy things and put them down again
Best resource for basic fitness information? [more inside]
Feeling less negative about someone being positive...
A good friend of mine was recently diagnosed with HIV. Help me stop feeling super sad about it. [more inside]
Picnic Booze!
What are some tasty, pack-able, maybe a little bit special meal-ish type things I could take along for an after-hike picnic in the woods? This is obviously for a date. [more inside]
Food related webcomics?
Could anyone recommend cooking or food related webcomics which offer the occasional recipe? [more inside]
You're 2/3 done?
Funny signs to support triathletes? [more inside]
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 6:21 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 6:21 AM PST - 24 comments
dogfood delivered in bulk?
Should we buy dog food over the internet, or a service local in Brooklyn? And while we're at it- Innova the way to go? [more inside]
Monies and no worries
I've ordered some plastic parts from someone in Australia; what is a standard receipt form he could fill out — online to PDF or otherwise? It's a small private transaction, so VAT doesn't play into it, but I do need a receipt for my project accountant.
posted by monocultured at 3:45 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by monocultured at 3:45 AM PST - 9 comments
Help me get the most out of TED
I accepted an invitation to participate in a TEDx event (in Bristol, England) and I really want to debut my business and my thesis there. What's the best way to do this? Should I bring a card table and a banner? What has worked for you?
posted by parmanparman at 3:20 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by parmanparman at 3:20 AM PST - 6 comments
Variable view? We don't have no stinkin' variable view.
I know my way around SPSS, but I may shortly be required to do a lot of data analysis using only Excel. Where is the best place for me to learn advanced Excel skills online, with an emphasis on data management and analysis, rather than accounting?
What books should I read to learn about pre-modern empires and organisations?
What is a good series / assorted collection of history books covering influential pre-modern European/North African/Asian empires and organisations? [more inside]
posted by kithrater at 2:52 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by kithrater at 2:52 AM PST - 10 comments
Stock Photos
Why are there glum photos of stock traders on bad trading days? After all, traders make money on trades, whether the stock goes up or down. [more inside]
Job/career advice for my mom?
A good job for my mom? [more inside]
I don't like sequins THAT much!
How do I get a hot-glued ornament off of this otherwise fantastic dress? [more inside]
Looking for info on 47 communications PR Agency.
Intern applicant looking for info on 47 communications, a PR agency based in LA, NY, SF. [more inside]
posted by snowliontiger at 12:57 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by snowliontiger at 12:57 AM PST - 3 comments
August 4
Would YOU want us to tell you?
Should we tell our friends about our non-standard romantic situation? And if so, who should we tell? And when? [more inside]
The world is ending, help me rack up debt!!
With the potential of a global economic collapse, should I cash out & take on lots of debt? [more inside]
posted by snow_mac at 9:43 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by snow_mac at 9:43 PM PST - 27 comments
Kinkos can't do it for me.
What kind of printing service do I need to digitally remove writing on matting around a photo? [more inside]
posted by grak88 at 9:43 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by grak88 at 9:43 PM PST - 8 comments
So-and-so & So-and-so go places and do stuff
The FFP about Alex and Liam in Walmart reminded me of an old BBC TV show I have been trying to find for years. Do you know what it is? [more inside]
posted by fshgrl at 9:22 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by fshgrl at 9:22 PM PST - 6 comments
I need new glasses.
What kind of eyeglass frames would best suit my face? Any suggestions for color/style/shape/frame size would be much appreciated. [more inside]
Book recommendations on the philosophy of education
I'm looking for recommendations for books related to the philosophy of education, especially those related to multicultural approaches to education or foreign language instruction. [more inside]
What is this study design?
Help me design my research project: I'm collecting numerical data on a group of people compared to age-matched averages. Eg, I have a group of left-handed people and I want to know if their blood pressure differs from the average age-matched blood pressure. I don't have a control group, just data on blood pressure. What study design is this? Hint: it's not case control. I'm stuck.
posted by superfish at 8:41 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by superfish at 8:41 PM PST - 6 comments
What does every Ecovillager need?
The HOA has decided to power wash and paint the building where I live. This will take two weeks to complete. I have an elaborate and much loved container garden that will be destroyed if left on the patio during this time. [more inside]
Can modified dates be modified?
Is it possible to modify a file and either (a) retain the previous modified date, or (b) reset the modified date to the previous modified date - i.e. make a change to a file in such a way that the change couldn't be detected by date modified? [more inside]
posted by forallmankind at 8:31 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by forallmankind at 8:31 PM PST - 15 comments
Help me identify this song!
I need help identifying a song that I heard played at a club recently. It may be a remix with a Zouk beat added. I apologize for the poor audio quality; this was the best my phone could do. Dropbox link to the video below the fold. [more inside]
posted by philosophygeek at 8:16 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by philosophygeek at 8:16 PM PST - 2 comments
Dead Is Dead
1970s/80s educational anti-drug films. Can you help me identify this one? And (hopefully) find it online? [more inside]
Looking for vegan food, Vegas to Denton
Heading from Las Vegas to Denton, Texas, starting tomorrow with my vegan friend. Where should we eat...here, Texas and along the way?
Now that I've got my appetite back, how do I build a healthy relationship with food?
I've had a chronically poor appetite for 7 years. I've been blaming myself for being broken, but it turns out I was just a gluten-intolerant Italian-American. Can you help me re-frame my relationship with food? [more inside]
posted by colfax at 7:16 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by colfax at 7:16 PM PST - 12 comments
How do I quit stalling and decide what I want to be?
I really thrive in an environment that promotes free thinking, conversation about books and ideas, subsidizes personal growth, and has a genuine sense of community. I want to create it in my own school one day. I'm currently a college senior considering whether I should apply for an English or folklore MA, a MAT, or 'other'. I'm still unsure about being a teacher, but time is almost nigh. Could use help structuring my options and the consequences. [more inside]
What are the lyrics to the chorus of If I Don't Write by the Dismemberment Plan?
The song "If I Don't Write" on !, the Dismemberment Plan's first record: what are the lyrics in the chorus? Why did I never think to ask here? [more inside]
posted by penduluum at 5:52 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by penduluum at 5:52 PM PST - 10 comments
Can I (or how can I) not act all heartbroken when I AM?
Should I see my ex-boyfriend (who has a girlfriend, and who I'm still in love with) when I'm in his city in September? And if I do... how? [more inside]
Okay, I'll say it: does season three of True Blood suck?
Season three of True Blood. Lay it on me. [more inside]
Boston to Fire Island?
I am attending a bachelorette party next weekend on Fire Island, NY and live in Boston, MA. I've been unable to find an efficient route that doesn't include 2 ferry rides and would appreciate any suggestions that allow me to take my car as far as possible.
posted by dagnyduquette at 4:01 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by dagnyduquette at 4:01 PM PST - 11 comments
World's deepest building?
Plans for a new world's tallest building makes me wonder -- what is the world's deepest building? [more inside]
At least I didn't use blinky text.
My gaming websites are ugly. How can I make them better? I work well with examples and exemplars, but how-tos are welcome too. [more inside]
The Shopopolypse can't come soon enough.
We keep hearing about the price of cotton going up... but WHEN? [more inside]
posted by BostonTerrier at 3:36 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by BostonTerrier at 3:36 PM PST - 11 comments
Grundig majestic
1960 grundig majestic stero console. features include am/fm radio with world wide access; phonograph(top of line). Information on back reads"Musical Instrument 9098/usa. Magnificient piece of furniture in mint condition. I paid $ 2000 dollars in1960. what is it worth today. Thanks
What did I hear?
Scifi-ish instrumental music played at a chain bookstore? [more inside]
Le coiffeur des chats
My old cat has long thick fur and hates being brushed or fussed at, so now we're well into a hot summer she has mats. [more inside]
Inviting their friends along on a family trip
Can't un-invite her, now can I? Wait, I didn't invite her. [more inside]
posted by Prairie at 3:04 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by Prairie at 3:04 PM PST - 31 comments
Just because you're paranoid don't mean your advisor ain't out to get you
I suspect that my PhD thesis advisor may be writing me poor letters of reference for postdoctoral positions. What can I do to get some sort, any sort, of job? [more inside]
Can I decline health insurance and pocket the difference?
Can I decline health insurance and pocket what my employer had to pay? [more inside]
What are some 3D puzzles?
What are some activities that exercise visual or structural type thinking? Something to do with science, technology, or 3-dimensions preferred. I'm looking for puzzles, hobbies, or other activities that might be performed through an actual job that I'm just not aware of. As examples, auto-mechanics classes and memorizing anatomy books immediately comes to mind.
SPOILER ALERT: This question contains spoilers for The Sopranos
Quick timeline question about The Sopranos season four (spoilers inside) [more inside]
Windows program that allows see but not touch
Is there any windows program that allows to see the desktop or allow programs to be seen and password protect if any modification is needed.
posted by radsqd at 2:15 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by radsqd at 2:15 PM PST - 5 comments
Summer in the City
Explain to a country kid the etiquette of smooching in the city. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 2:12 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by anonymous at 2:12 PM PST - 25 comments
During a visit to the ER, the doctor on duty prescribed medication that is virtually impossible to administer.
During a visit to the ER, the doctor on duty prescribed medication that is virtually impossible to administer. [more inside]
posted by triceryclops at 2:06 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by triceryclops at 2:06 PM PST - 15 comments
Parking in the Loop and Eating A Nice Dinner Out (with a catch)
Chicago weekend! We're staying in the Loop, but I don't want to pay ridiculous parking prices. I also want to go out for a good meal at a restaurant that can make happy both a vegetarian and a steak-lover (at the same time). [more inside]
Will my psychiatric health history show up in a background check?
Will a stay in the psychiatric ward of a hospital for depression and a following dual diagnosis treatment program turn up on an army Top Secret security clearance background check, or is that information still private under HIPAA?
posted by anonymous at 1:49 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by anonymous at 1:49 PM PST - 13 comments
East Coast/West Coast rap?
Looking for a vaguely-remembered rap song. Google skills failing me. [more inside]
Seeking Denver/Boulder area information
Denver filter: Please give me the scoop what to do in the Denver/Boulder, Colorado area. I'm a nature/are/salsa dancing/live music lover. Any ideas and suggestions? [more inside]
Glass reassembly help needed
How do I support the pieces of a hollow glass item from the inside as I put it back together? And what's the best adhesive? [more inside]
posted by wenestvedt at 1:17 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by wenestvedt at 1:17 PM PST - 9 comments
Does anyone know of any computer software that can be used to turn on and off an electronic motor or switch?
Does anyone know of any computer software that can be used to turn on and off an electronic motor or switch?
Too safe to go, too poor to stay - to open a private consulting business or not?
Has anyone ever regretted leaving a stable IT job with a pension and good benefits to consult in private industry? [more inside]
posted by burhan at 12:51 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by burhan at 12:51 PM PST - 20 comments
ISO article about high level MMORPG player who quit
Looking for article by a former high level MMORPG (World of Warcraft maybe?) who quit and is reflecting on the strangeness of having wasted so much time. Asking for a friend who's kid is getting more and more addicted to WoW. [more inside]
posted by jasper411 at 12:31 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by jasper411 at 12:31 PM PST - 6 comments
IMAC for photographers
What spec to upgrade on the new IMAC for professional photography? [more inside]
posted by slowtree at 12:31 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by slowtree at 12:31 PM PST - 14 comments
Web developer seeks HTML/CSS best practices.
What should a web developer read to understand the HTML/CSS usage and best practices that are common on the web today? [more inside]
help me order myself to order right!
How can I trick myself into ordering food at a restaurant that is within my diet plan? [more inside]
posted by dawkins_7 at 12:28 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by dawkins_7 at 12:28 PM PST - 24 comments
42 and something new?
With no background, how long will it take to build and manage an android app from scratch? [more inside]
posted by kanemano at 12:23 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by kanemano at 12:23 PM PST - 13 comments
Lets talk about - something, somewhere
Help me find a website that I can only vaguely describe. I know you can do it! [more inside]
posted by katyjack at 12:13 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by katyjack at 12:13 PM PST - 10 comments
Realtor in Fairfield County, CT
I am moving with my family from Texas to Connecticut in early September and need some assistance finding housing. Can anyone recommend a good realtor in Fairfield County, particularly for looking at rental houses? Given our short time frame, we are especially looking for someone who is proactive and can spend a lot of time with us over a few days.
What to check on a used turbocharged engine?
What should I look for in a used car with a turbocharged engine? Saab 9-5 2.3T. [more inside]
posted by czytm at 11:48 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by czytm at 11:48 AM PST - 7 comments
Manhattan City Hall wedding
Soliciting your thoughts on making a Manhattan City Hall wedding extra special. [more inside]
TV Spy Drama help
Help with name of 70's (may have been early 80s) TV spy Drama [more inside]
posted by maxmix at 11:38 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by maxmix at 11:38 AM PST - 4 comments
Deleting a picture from facebook
How do I delete a picture from facebook? [more inside]
posted by page123 at 11:37 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by page123 at 11:37 AM PST - 4 comments
Decent work schedule software?
Can you recommend some software that will automagically create a decent work schedule? [more inside]
Another help mefind this sci-fi story thread
old Sci-fi book longshot. Had to do with ESP, and there was a band involved, the main character was not psychic but the rest of the band was so he played and they followed, knowing in advance what he (and each other) was going to play. I "think" this was a side-plot, but have no idea what the main plot was. Read this back in early or mid 70's. Any ideas what this might be?
posted by batikrose at 11:06 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by batikrose at 11:06 AM PST - 12 comments
These butterflies are making me want to puke rainbows.
This is crazy. Help me sort out these butterfly-feelings. [more inside]
Help me make a customer service request in a totally unfamiliar world?
High-end boutique jeweler delivered a custom ring with an obvious inclusion in the stone. Another jeweler saw the ring, was very surprised and said I absolutely should expect a replacement of the stone. Help me approach/phrase the replacement request? [more inside]
Help me name my social entrepreneur ideas network?
Help me name my social entrepreneur ideas network?
I want to create an online idea-exchange for social entrepreneurs. They'd share their problems and help each other find solutions. I'm really struggling to find a good name for the website... [more inside]
Where to park this chunk of change?
Best way to grow a not insignificant chunk of cash? [more inside]
posted by Gilbert at 10:26 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Gilbert at 10:26 AM PST - 6 comments
FAA furlough help
My coworker's wife was furloughed from the FAA. I'd like to help out in some small way... what's appropriate? [more inside]
posted by underflow at 10:24 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by underflow at 10:24 AM PST - 6 comments
Anyone in Manila?
Flying tomorrow, freaking out today
Short version: can I take expired Klonopin? Longer snowflake version: should I? [more inside]
DA-DA-DA da-da-da da-da-da da-da-da
Name that song! Instrumental. Very recent. Overheard on the radio and in stores/restaurants where they typically play indie/alt rock. Bouncy. Very strong bassline. Kinda reminds me of Air. [more inside]
posted by Afroblanco at 10:12 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Afroblanco at 10:12 AM PST - 9 comments
Wrist cooling solution for laptop user?
I'm overheating because my MacBook Pro's wrist areas get very hot. What's the best way to fix this? [more inside]
NYC for nerds.
Recommendations for things to do in NYC in October? [more inside]
Sex à la carte
Help me compile a near-definitive list of sexual fantasies, fetishes, behaviours, etc. I'm looking to expand my sexual horizons by creating a list of sensual activities to serve as a "menu" of sorts. I want to be able to peruse the list to see what piques my interest.
Can you offer items from your own personal list? Or, perhaps you can point me to a book or website that features lists upon lists of things to try? Everything from the usual (blindfolding, handcuffing) to the obscure (blumpy-ing???) is cool.
Prego, aiuto!
ItalianFilter: Please help me translate the WWII-era letter for a friend of the family. [more inside]
posted by artichoke_enthusiast at 9:57 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by artichoke_enthusiast at 9:57 AM PST - 10 comments
What! WHAT?
Advice on refocusing resume?
Help my mom (a social worker with 25+ years of varied experience) clarify and refocus her her resume? [more inside]
Looking for queer science fiction.
So I need more science fiction by and/or about queer folks. Special snowflake request details follow. [more inside]
posted by Frowner at 9:31 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by Frowner at 9:31 AM PST - 28 comments
My wife needs medical insurance -- add her to my employer's or search for private?
My wife needs medical insurance -- add her to my employer's or search for private? [more inside]
posted by n81acc at 9:09 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by n81acc at 9:09 AM PST - 21 comments
Help me upgrade from PageMaker to InDesign!
Least painful way to transition from PageMaker 6.5 to InDesign? [more inside]
Inventory Management/Selling Software
What is the best inventory management/selling point software you know of? [more inside]
Career ideas for stuck linguist?
Careers advice for UK local government linguist? [more inside]
Help me get in shape for my upcoming kid.
Help me get in shape for my upcoming kid. [more inside]
posted by Deathalicious at 8:45 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by Deathalicious at 8:45 AM PST - 19 comments
How can masturbation possibly be this difficult?
[female masturbation filter] I think I am perfectly healthy, so why can't I bring myself off? [more inside]
Can you help me still my busy mind in Swedish?
Can you help me still my busy mind in Swedish? [more inside]
A French movie with an affair. That should narrow it down.
Looking for a movie I saw one. A French murder mystery musical? [more inside]
posted by Garm at 8:40 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Garm at 8:40 AM PST - 6 comments
Age: 1 hour, Seeds: 456781
Help me find this old game.
What do I need to know about asking a friend to sell my websites?
I design websites for a living, as a freelancer. I have a really good friend who I'm thinking of asking to partner up with me and do sales. What do I need to know? How much commission is common for selling website packages? [more inside]
posted by circular at 8:40 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by circular at 8:40 AM PST - 4 comments
Can I use Febreze on fiberglass chairs?
Can I use an anti-odor spray such as Febreze on fiberglass chairs? [more inside]
posted by zan at 8:33 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by zan at 8:33 AM PST - 6 comments
Help stop static bars on my tv
What is causing these static bars with my television? [more inside]
posted by NoraCharles at 8:24 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by NoraCharles at 8:24 AM PST - 8 comments
I am freaking out about safety. Please help.
I am freaking out about safety. Please help. [more inside]
posted by heartofglass at 7:55 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by heartofglass at 7:55 AM PST - 15 comments
What bug/insect is this?
Self-improvement via iPod
I'd like to find a use for my iPod touch that will, in some way, enrich my life more than just playing endless games of Drop7. Some ideas I've had: reading great literature in ebook form; memory training; becoming more virtuous; studying a foreign language. What other things can I do?
Molar, normal, etc. in American?
How are American Chemistry textbooks different from international ones? [more inside]
Verstopft
Is there a German equivalent for American Drain-O? I'm having problems with a sink that won't drain. [more inside]
Breakfast smoothie!
Help me make the best and most nutritious breakfast smoothie? (Gluten-free) [more inside]
Should I use these people?
Is Ihiremedtechs legit? [more inside]
Helping the little one do number two.
My two-and-a-half-year-old boy is making his pooping an ordeal. What to do (if anything)? [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 6:31 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by zardoz at 6:31 AM PST - 24 comments
Keep friction to a minimum.
Help me keep conflict between my roommates to a minimum. [more inside]
posted by mean cheez at 5:53 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by mean cheez at 5:53 AM PST - 14 comments
London Calling
Londoners: Is November a bad time of year to begin a job hunt in your city? (Over and above the difficulties already imposed by the current financial situation, that is.) [more inside]
posted by tuckshopdilettante at 5:52 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by tuckshopdilettante at 5:52 AM PST - 13 comments
Desperately Seeking Soft Serve
A local yogurt place has a non-dairy, soft serve "pink lemonade" flavor that is amazing. How can I recreate it with my new Cuisinart ice cream maker? [more inside]
Trying to find an old scifi short story about time travel
I'm trying to find a SciFi short story I read as a kid - I read this story as a kid in the '70s or '80s. It was in a paperback collection of SF short stories I got from the school library, it could have been published anytime from the '50s to the late '70s. I have no idea of the title or the author, just my memory of the story. It involved someone who was walking backwards through time to get home. Some scientific accident had propelled him hundreds of years forward in time. On the wreckage of the lab, he appeared, briefly, once every year (or maybe every decade or century?). From an observer's point of view, someone flashed in and out of existence predictably on that spot. I think a holiday formed around the appearance. From the person's point of view, he was walking backwards through time, from the far future back towards the date of the accident. Each "flash" was a step in that walk.
Anyone know what this story is called or who wrote it?
posted by Cranialtorque at 5:06 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Cranialtorque at 5:06 AM PST - 14 comments
How can I sort Mac files by modified?*
Can I search my Mac by relative creation/modified date? [more inside]
posted by mhz at 4:40 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by mhz at 4:40 AM PST - 9 comments
Identify this song: Camarero
Camarero something something me muero de sed: What is the name of this Spanish language song about being at a bar on the beach and trying to get the waiter's attention for a drink? I last heard it in 1995 and expect it was made only a few years earlier. I thought the name was just Camarero, but I am not getting the right song by Google. The singer is male, the music generically Latin, and I am pretty sure you hear the drink being opened.
posted by whatzit at 4:28 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by whatzit at 4:28 AM PST - 3 comments
Worse than a stack of disorganized filing cabinets...l
I am looking for a way to organize my music in a way that Google Music (both the online player and on Android) will understand - I need to move files into different folders and fix all of my messed up mp3 tags. I need help determining my process. Do I do it manually with a good piece of software, and how? Or should I just post it to Mechanical Turk? [more inside]
where and how to invest a chunk of money?
Let's say we have £25,000 sitting in a current account and no debt, other than a very low-rate mortgage. We can comfortable can add approximately £5,000 a year to this amount. Investment advice please! [more inside]
God + man + free will dialogue
Dialogue between a guy and God about free will and whether he exists and how the paradox is... written by a modern Sci-Fi author, that I SWEAR I heard of in a recent MeFi thread? Please help. Been Googling for over an hour. [more inside]
posted by disillusioned at 12:56 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by disillusioned at 12:56 AM PST - 5 comments
How do I make this LDR work? Or what are my options?
Am I being ridiculous in my relationship expectations?
How do I figure out what it is I want? [more inside]
posted by thegmann at 12:17 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by thegmann at 12:17 AM PST - 34 comments
August 3
Does anyone know the title of this science fiction book?
Please help me recall the title of a young adult novel science fiction that was a favorite of mine as a child [more inside]
posted by Poet_Lariat at 11:43 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Poet_Lariat at 11:43 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me get my date on
Help me plan a date in LA! [more inside]
Forking it over for financial frankness
We've made an appointment with a financial planner. What can we expect from our first visit? [more inside]
posted by lannanh at 11:06 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by lannanh at 11:06 PM PST - 9 comments
In need of a nice benefits package.
"Adult dating" websites...any use for a single male in his mid 20s? [more inside]
What, in physics, is sharpness?
What, in terms of physics, does it mean for something to be sharp? What exactly is it about the arrangement of matter that gives it this property, and what makes it more or less so?
Coffee, yeah?
How to Ask People Out for a Coffee? [more inside]
What's that song with those words and that music?
Song ID: It was maybe ten years ago on the "alternative" station, and was more talking than singing. I only remember a couple of words. The line that I kinda [sorta, almost] remember is something like "... she unbuttoned my fly ... it was the longest thirty seconds of my whole life." [more inside]
posted by kindachris at 9:14 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by kindachris at 9:14 PM PST - 5 comments
Lady Trouble
My fiance is concerned that her vaginal infection has been misdiagnosed/mistreated. She gives a thorough description and snowflake details inside. Please help! [more inside]
You all are the best friends anyone could ever ask for.
What communities have you known or been part of that have been uncommonly welcoming? [more inside]
Alone again....naturally?
Can I be alone forever and be happy? [more inside]
I need a hotel or resort in Oregon or northern California with an ocean view
So we're driving down the Oregon/California coast in September and we're looking for a hotel room with an unobstructed ocean view. Yes, this is a followup to last week's question. [more inside]
Please help solve my hummus mystery!
The mystery sesame allergy: WTH is going on here? [more inside]
How to play the drums when you've never played the drums
Please suggest resources for me to learn how to create good drum/percussion parts (using a MIDI keyboard). I don't know anything about percussion and so need help with figuring out what sounds to use and what sounds good where. (I know how to get the MIDI into my computer -- I need artistic, rather than technical help -- at least I think that's what I need!) [more inside]
bootless toshiba
I'm trying to install an OS on a machine whose DVD drive won't work. I have an external (USB) DVD drive but no way to convince the machine to use it as a boot device (that I know of). [more inside]
posted by Obscure Reference at 7:35 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by Obscure Reference at 7:35 PM PST - 30 comments
can I cut a giant hole in the roof of my truck ?
I want to put a sunroof in my 88 Ford F150. Other than leaks , what are some things I need to consider before cutting a hole in my roof ? [more inside]
posted by 70klicks at 7:33 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by 70klicks at 7:33 PM PST - 8 comments
I am looking for more organically merged last names.
Growing up, I knew a lot of kids whose parents had merged their last names with a hyphen. But I can't think of one couple who merged their last names organically into a brand new name. To give you an example, if Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie got married and merged their last names into a brand new name, it would be "Polie", or "Jitt." I am looking for real life examples of people who have consciously done just such a thing. Thanks.
How do I create a roadtrip map for my site?
What's the easiest (and best-looking) way for me to show the progression of my roadtrip across the US, live, on my website? [more inside]
How can I increase the number of students in my piano teaching business
How can I increase the number of students in my piano teaching business [more inside]
Computer programming for kids
My son (9) says he wants to learn how to do programming, specifically how to build computer games. Is there any good, pc-based software that introduces kids to basic programming?
Spotify "Offline Mode" Files - are they mine?
So Spotify has a premium service that allows you to download the files for "offline" use. Does this mean that if I use spotify for a month, download twenty songs, and then cancel the premium service, that I keep the songs on my computer? [more inside]
posted by cavs33 at 6:56 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by cavs33 at 6:56 PM PST - 3 comments
London Lodging
Where should I stay on my (reasonably priced) honeymoon in London? [more inside]
posted by annie o at 6:48 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by annie o at 6:48 PM PST - 19 comments
Mixtape for grannie
I'd like to make a mixtape for my grandma, and I'm looking for suggestions. I think I'm looking for Victorian-era songs and AME church songs that were popular in the 1920s-1950s. [more inside]
#boozefilter Please help me make this cider drinkable...
We have 8L of Growers cider left over from a wedding reception, but alas, we are not cider drinkers. Please help us make something drinkable out of it! [more inside]
posted by groovesquirrel at 6:15 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by groovesquirrel at 6:15 PM PST - 9 comments
Can't hear one audio track in LogicPro
Another LogicPro question: What did I accidentally do to one of my guitar tracks that caused it to stop playing back properly? [more inside]
posted by John Cohen at 6:13 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by John Cohen at 6:13 PM PST - 4 comments
Camping breakfast
Give me your best camping breakfast meals! [more inside]
posted by purenitrous at 5:57 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by purenitrous at 5:57 PM PST - 23 comments
Help me name a graphic baseball website.
Help me choose a domain name. The idea is to display the wondrous world of baseball data graphically. [more inside]
Jeg uhhh, skulle vilja uhhh lara sig Svenska?
How can I learn Swedish in Toronto? or, on the internet as a last resort? [more inside]
How many massage therapy appointments did it take for you to notice improvement in your muscle tension?
How many massage therapy appointments did it take for you to notice improvement in your muscle tension? Did these improvements last?
Does the espn app have video ads?
Does the WatchESPN app have ads before the video starts (on live events or on demand video)? Canadian seeking info from those with US app store access! [more inside]
Hokiest Country Music Songs
Give me your hokiest country music songs! [more inside]
posted by unexpected at 5:45 PM PST - 62 comments
posted by unexpected at 5:45 PM PST - 62 comments
What' the longest the bases have been loaded in Major League Baseball?
In Major League Baseball what is largest number of consecutive batters to reach base such that the bases have been continuously loaded? [more inside]
Where can I buy affordable, fashionable USA or EU made clothing?
Where can I buy fashionable clothes made in the USA or EU that don't cost $/£200? I live in the UK. [more inside]
posted by stackhaus23 at 5:08 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by stackhaus23 at 5:08 PM PST - 20 comments
Shifting into research - how?
Are there any options for getting research lab experience long after completing my undergrad degree? [more inside]
Taco Road Trip 2011, Question from the Non-Taco-Focused Traveler
Looking for a way to squeeze San Francisco Bay Area sight seeing/photography around husband's (slightly manic) Taco Truck Quest (seen in this Ask Me). Also hope to sneak in a few alternate food ideas. [more inside]
posted by batgrlHG at 4:29 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by batgrlHG at 4:29 PM PST - 13 comments
Mac 3D app for low-poly retro game?
Best Mac 3D app for a novice to make a simple low-polygon retro iPhone game? [more inside]
posted by Tom-B at 4:12 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Tom-B at 4:12 PM PST - 3 comments
Photographing Hudson, NY
Interesting, scenic, unusual photo spots in and around the town of Hudson, NY? [more inside]
posted by falameufilho at 4:07 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by falameufilho at 4:07 PM PST - 4 comments
Trying to brace myself for the next blow
What can I expect, now that my father's been diagnosed with Multi-Infarct Dementia? [more inside]
posted by WorkingMyWayHome at 4:05 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by WorkingMyWayHome at 4:05 PM PST - 12 comments
Invasive Twitter Snark
Someone hacked my twitter. Besides changing the password, what should I do? [more inside]
Help me find a song from my youth!
I'm looking for an early 70s David Bowie song about a strung out guy outside a girl's house. [more inside]
posted by pandabearjohnson at 3:28 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by pandabearjohnson at 3:28 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me... my car was totaled at the dealership!
My car was totaled at the dealership, and I'm not sure if I need to lawyer up. [more inside]
posted by onceisnotenough at 3:26 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by onceisnotenough at 3:26 PM PST - 37 comments
Friend-feeding instinct thwarted by ocean
One of my best friends is having a baby.. but I'm on the other side of the ocean. If she was here I would be bringing her tons of lovely food, so I'm looking for a food-delivery-type thing I can arrange from the UK that would be helpful to a new mom in the US. [more inside]
posted by Erasmouse at 3:15 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Erasmouse at 3:15 PM PST - 11 comments
Are electric fans safe to use in hot rooms?
Is it safe to run an electric fan in a hot room? I always assumed it was, but a Houston Chronicle blog post claims that doing so will accelerate the body's overheating. That sounds extremely dubious to me, and I wonder if it's simply a variation of the superstitious claim that sleeping near a fan can cause death. In preparation for Hurricane season, I gave battery powered fans to everyone in my family, including my ninety seven year old grandfather, so I'm hoping to clear this up, before any of us actually need the fans. It it weren't for the fact that I'd given these fans to family, I'd probably just laugh it off as sloppy journalism, but I want to be sure that they're safe to use during a power outage. Opinions would be appreciated, obviously.
Don't wanna miss those miles
Is there a way to make certain I am aware of my Capital One visa's bonus miles tie-ins? [more inside]
But they know so much about Wine and Chocolates!
In a few days I will be staying with friend's family in western France, at a house they own. I will be in the UK the next few days.
Normally I would bring wine or chocolates as a thank you for the accommodation, but France does these much better and cheaper than the UK (I am told). I am Canadian. What could I bring that would still be a great gift, that I could find in London? It should be something like food or drink, and something of benefit to people on vacation. Price about $50. The friends I am visiting are French/Canadian and appreciate quality/luxury
Taco Road Trip 2011
Looking for the best hole-in-the-wall taco shops/trucks in the greater San Francisco Bay area. [more inside]
posted by y6y6y6 at 2:54 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by y6y6y6 at 2:54 PM PST - 27 comments
Pacific Northwest bike tour
Planning first solo bike tour. I have questions about physical fitness, gear and on-road repairs, route planning, etc. [more inside]
Why do deals die at the end of July?
Why is July 31 such a common expiration date? [more inside]
The White Album? Yeah, It's All About Fluid Volume Deficit.
Music buffs & nurses, lend me your knowledge! Need assistance matching up popular song verses with health symptoms & nursing diagnoses. [more inside]
posted by Rewind at 2:36 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by Rewind at 2:36 PM PST - 28 comments
Emotions, incoming!
Have you gotten off mood stabilizers? Have you started having emotions after locking them away for forever? Give a man a hand. [more inside]
Changed my mind about meds--now what?
My doctor prescribed Effexor, and after filling the prescription--I'm chickening out. [more inside]
accepting a job knowing another offer is likely?
This is really a question of ethics as a job seeker. Should you accept a job offer, knowing that a better offer is probably coming shortly (but not yet 100% certain) and if it does appear, should you leave the first job after only a short time? [more inside]
Mysterious intermittant unilateral joint pain
I never thought I'd be asking Metafilter a medical question, but after baffling two doctors, I figure it's worth a shot. Anyone ever had/heard of attacks of joint pain affecting all joints on one side of the body only? [more inside]
Tabloid/Newspaper-format Print on Demand Options?
Looking for a print-on-demand provider capable of printing things in tabloid newspaper format. [more inside]
posted by bokane at 1:55 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by bokane at 1:55 PM PST - 3 comments
New Industry, New Learning Curve
I need some help as a new recruiter in the staffing industry! Help me get caught up! [more inside]
posted by glaucon at 1:54 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by glaucon at 1:54 PM PST - 4 comments
Is this a reasonable price for a language course?
Is $720 for a semester of language learning a reasonable price in the Boston area? [more inside]
posted by bchaplin at 1:20 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by bchaplin at 1:20 PM PST - 14 comments
car filter: mystery creaking noises
Mystery creaking noise coming from my car. Mechanic is stumped. How concerned should I be? [more inside]
Bold book covers
Looking for examples of good bold / striking book covers and other graphic design [more inside]
posted by fearfulsymmetry at 1:10 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by fearfulsymmetry at 1:10 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me get my PC backup to work on a Mac!
Can a MacBook, a Dell, and a Windows-format external hard drive play nice? [more inside]
posted by sideofwry at 1:06 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by sideofwry at 1:06 PM PST - 10 comments
So Based On No Information, Can You Find It?
I am searching for a blog written around 2000 by a woman named Annie. Very, very few details inside. [more inside]
posted by amicamentis at 12:55 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by amicamentis at 12:55 PM PST - 8 comments
What should I do about battery/alternator repairs on my Hyundai Elantra?
I have a question about car problems and the best course of action. On Tuesday my car made a thump/shuttering noise while driving and now Firestone says I need around $600 worth of repairs. 2004 Hyundai Elantra with around 56,000 miles. [more inside]
Looking for a Mac OS Lion-compatible alternative to avidemux
I'm looking for a Mac OS Lion-compatible alternative to avidemux, specifically for removing I-Frames (keyframes) from video files. [more inside]
The Path to Male Hairstyle Nirvana
Hair styling pros and enthusiasts, let's once and for all illuminate the path to male hairstyle nirvana. [more inside]
posted by Foci for Analysis at 12:25 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Foci for Analysis at 12:25 PM PST - 14 comments
Help me replace a blown woofer for a Spica TC-60
How do I replace a blown woofer in a Spica TC-60 loudspeaker? The datasheet is here. I am generally capable, but don't know anything about building/repairing speakers. Can I get away with replacing just the one? Is there any danger of damaging the crossover (whatever that is)? The very nice guy from Madisound recommended a ScanSpeak replacement but how do I know if it will fit and/or work properly? If I'm reading the datasheet correctly, the original seems to be 180mm in diameter, and the replacement he recommended 170mm - is this a good idea? How can I tell if there's anything else I should try? What, if anything, do I seem to be overlooking? Thank you!
Well, I'm definitely not making sushi.
My husband invited a Japanese colleague and family over for dinner next week. What should I cook for them? [more inside]
posted by rebeccabeagle at 12:06 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by rebeccabeagle at 12:06 PM PST - 32 comments
Tell me where to eat in Paris.
Where should we eat in Paris? My fiancé and I are heading to Paris for our honeymoon in October. We like eating out and we're looking for awesome dining experiences. We tend to enjoy places that are delicious but unpretentious. We don't like "scenes". We really like, but certainly aren't limited to, gastropubs. [more inside]
Recommendations for a inpatient drug/alcohol rehab with complications.
Recommendations for a inpatient drug/alcohol rehab (hopefully on the east coast) with complications. [more inside]
shared web calendar with event tracking?
asking for a friend who manages a restaurant: any recommendations for a free (or cheap) shared web calendar that lets users add and edit their shifts, that tracks when things are added or edited and by whom (by user themselves, or by a manager)? happy to host on our own server if needed.
Secure wifi hotspot browsing with VPN
I want to set up my iPad to connect to my home router from whatever wifi I happen to be on. I want a tunnel, I want all traffic going through the tunnel. All I want the wifi to see is that there is an iPad and it is connected to one place and there is data going back and forth. [more inside]
Name that tune: Irish edition
Need help identifying this (possibly Irish traditional) song. [more inside]
posted by shannonm at 11:00 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by shannonm at 11:00 AM PST - 6 comments
How to get the same page to display consistently on different websites?
I've built two HTML validated pages with the same content, but they're hosted in different places and are displaying differently in different browsers. Help? [more inside]
posted by andihazelwood at 10:46 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by andihazelwood at 10:46 AM PST - 5 comments
What have I done to cause my foot to radiate pain with out a specific incident?
What did I do to my foot? I have been working very physically and in bare feet no less but... my foot started to hurt several house after I was done with work and there wasn't a specific incident to cause the pain. My foot just started to radiate pain, seemingly out of no where. [more inside]
posted by m. says: at 10:36 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by m. says: at 10:36 AM PST - 7 comments
And just like that - poof - they were gone...
Random query...What unforgettable/awesome/great film performances can you think of by an actor/actress which was there first and only role. Never acted again - be it because of death, didn't like it, whatever. Never on the screen - large or small - again.
What are some of the best Shockers or Twists in mainstream comics?
What are some of the best Shockers or Twists in mainstream comics?
I'm trying to come up with some surprise reveals that were genuine in your typical superhero comic (Marvel/DC), instead of shocks for the sake of shocking. I've tried TVTropes, but those are too specific and spread out over countless tropes. I'm looking for what the hive mind considers the best twist, shocks or more specifically "reveals" in superhero comics.
Most will be revealing a secret identity, but it doesn't have to be. I will put more weight on something that is an evolution of the comic as opposed to simply tying up a loose end of an individual story.
posted by unceman at 10:22 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by unceman at 10:22 AM PST - 33 comments
Does a homeowner have recourse when a licensed inspector misses home defects?
We had a licensed home inspector who missed several fairly significant issues with our house. Is there any recourse in cases like this? [more inside]
posted by goggie at 10:14 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by goggie at 10:14 AM PST - 15 comments
You spin me right round baby, right round, like a record baby
Looking for good record stores in chicago: my buddy is coming this weekend for Lollapalooza, and to make up for the fact that we didn't get tickets for all three days, I want to take him around to some record stores. I know about Reckless and Dusty Groove in Wicker Park, but what else is out there? I'm in Andersonville, and we'll be in Logan Square tomorrow for Kuma's, so anywhere in between is highly welcome.
How do you determine how much HVAC capacity a building needs if your going to run a lab with fume hoods.
We're looking for a new building to lease for our growing cleantech business. If we're lucky we'll find something that already has a lab complete with working fume hoods. But right now it looks more likely that we'll have to construct the lab ourselves. One huge potential expense is installing the extra HVAC capacity needed when you operate fume hoods (because they suck all the conditioned air out of the building). When we're talking with rental agents they tell us this building has X tons of HVAC, but we have no idea if that's even close to our requirements. So specifically how much HVAC capacity would be needed to run two 4' fume hoods. Or is there an easy method/rule of thumb for estimating what's needed.
To fumigate the house or not: that is the question
California people: what are your experiences with respect to fumigating a house for termites? [more inside]
posted by StrawberryPie at 9:39 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by StrawberryPie at 9:39 AM PST - 7 comments
In a relationship with someone whose parents are abusing his credit. Please advise!
In a relationship with someone whose parents are abusing his credit. Please advise! [more inside]
Advice on rent increase
Advice on rent increase in Cambridge, MA, USA. [more inside]
Looking for the perfect techy clock radio. Giving up on iHome... might consider an internet radio.
Looking for the perfect techy clock radio. Giving up on iHome... might consider an internet radio. Lots of questions inside. [more inside]
Make my car Cali legal
Movin'-to-California-Filter. Taking a car edition... [more inside]
No one has ever said no to me before!
My office is equivocating on my vacation request and I’m pretty sure that’s it’s not for any good reason, which I do know is ultimately not my call to make. But I’m in general not happy here and this is among several “last straws.” I want to push back but I’m not sure what the usual ways to proceed are. Entitled-millennial-brat filter. [more inside]
Learning to cook fish
I'd like to learn how to cook fish well. In particular, I'd like to tackle classic fish dishes from different countries and try a variety of different preparation techniques. What are some well know regional dishes I should try? [more inside]
Can I get a prepared picnic lunch, complete with basket, in Vancouver?
Is it possible to purchase (i.e. rent) a prepared picnic lunch, basket and all, anywhere in Vancouver? [more inside]
posted by Nelsormensch at 8:49 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Nelsormensch at 8:49 AM PST - 6 comments
Quote to end Best Man toast at wedding?
I am the best man for an upcoming wedding. I think I have the toast down (don't worry, keeping it short) and I'm really looking for a quote/saying or short poem to end it with. Suggestions? [more inside]
We're going to fill in the hole, but let's make it a little bigger first.
Leasefilter: Why does my dealer seem to be changing figures in my auto lease contract to make an error have a greater impact, and then compensating for the larger mistake, instead of just fixing the original error? [more inside]
Where should I stay in Amsterdam?
I will be in Amsterdam for work in early September, and am planning to stay for a couple of days afterwards to visit the city, since I've never been before. I need recommendations for areas to stay in, please! [more inside]
Where to store 2GB .MOV files online?
I have a Kodak Playsport Zx5 digital video recorder, and a full 16GB SD card worth of 500MB - 2GB .MOV video files. Where can I store them online? I'm interested in the following online video storage features (it would be great to have all of them offered by one website, but if that's not possible, I'll settle for a few):
1. Privacy options for marking videos as public/private
2. Free/Cheap storage
3. Ability to download original file at a later date
4. Ability to play video online
How do I open a TwinLock Crown binder?
I have a TwinLock Crown binder made in the UK dating from 1950. I would very much like to open it, remove the pages, scan them, and replace them. However, although it looks like it can be opened, the binding mechanism is entirely obscured by the binding itself. There is a metal tab at the top near the front, but it doesn't seem to move, and I'm hesitant to put pressure on it since I don't know in what direction that pressure should be applied, and I'd rather leave it closed than break it. How can I do this; is it even possible? [more inside]
posted by Devoidoid at 8:07 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Devoidoid at 8:07 AM PST - 3 comments
Is this the end of my fiance's driving career?
Will a suspended driver's license with extenuating circumstances disqualify my fiance for a position that requires him to drive a company car? [more inside]
posted by powerbumpkin at 7:30 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by powerbumpkin at 7:30 AM PST - 9 comments
Weak car crypto?
How strong is the crypto on modern car RKE key fobs? [more inside]
posted by devnull at 7:27 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by devnull at 7:27 AM PST - 9 comments
Summer recipes for fresh sage
What are your favorite summer-friendly recipes that feature fresh sage? [more inside]
posted by crackingdes at 7:20 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by crackingdes at 7:20 AM PST - 20 comments
A better newspaper?
What is the best way to get informed on the top news stories once a day, besides reading a physical newspaper? [more inside]
I need to buy a new CPAP mask in NYC. Where?
Where can I get a new CPAP mask today, in NYC? Preferably downtown Manhattan or Brooklyn. [more inside]
Google-fu is not strong enough
Google-fu-fails-me filter: looking for a story / website about a company that makes travel into a game. A couple travels to a foreign country with a smartphone, sort of a game that makes real life travel even more fun...? Help? [more inside]
posted by chrisinseoul at 6:52 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by chrisinseoul at 6:52 AM PST - 6 comments
I sure didn't take these pills, did you?
Someone took pills from my bathroom. It could only be three people, and it's more likely to be one in particular. Counsel me before I do something rash? [more inside]
posted by sarahj at 6:26 AM PST - 55 comments
posted by sarahj at 6:26 AM PST - 55 comments
Mainly we just want a Maine weekend getaway.
Friend and I would like to spend next weekend in Maine. We'll be driving from NYC and have never been to Maine. We're looking for a relaxing inexpensive beachy weekend. The less driving the better. We can afford a motel/hotel up to $125/night and don`t mind "rustic" but no camping please. So, where in Maine should we go?
posted by Pineapplicious at 6:18 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Pineapplicious at 6:18 AM PST - 5 comments
"Erotica is using a feather, pornography is using the whole chicken"
I'd like to foray into the world of erotic literature. I'm looking for classic, "quintessential" books with which to start. Where should I begin? [more inside]
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!
Me and my manfriend like scary movies but are having trouble finding ones that actually scare us and make us scream. Help! [more inside]
posted by gwenlister at 5:49 AM PST - 64 comments
posted by gwenlister at 5:49 AM PST - 64 comments
Over and Over Again
Who and what are some examples of artists who painted or created the exact same thing every day? [more inside]
Documentary about crossing Greenland
Help me identify (and hopefully watch) a documentary about people walking/skiing across Greenland and visiting an abandoned DEW station on the way. [more inside]
posted by aesop at 5:40 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by aesop at 5:40 AM PST - 6 comments
I want a phone that is a computer
I want an Android phone that I can use like a computer - keyboard, monitor, wifi. Does one exist? What is it? [more inside]
That doesn't really happen, does it?
2 part question about morning breath: 1 - are there any movies in which the characters address this issue, rather than pretend it doesn't exist? 2 - Do you kiss with morning breath? [more inside]
How to Build Better 9th-graders?
What resources/lessons/books/videos would you use to teach a class of high school freshmen to help them become better/more successful people? [more inside]
Do I need to keep my car registered if I want to only insure it but not use it?
I work overseas, and my car is in storage in NC, but it doesn't get used so I figured I can keep it insured but turn the plates in since I want to claim TX as my residence state (have a TX drivers license, registered to vote and my mail goes there etc.) - do i have to have my car registered if i want to insure it but not use it?
posted by bbhart113 at 4:16 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by bbhart113 at 4:16 AM PST - 6 comments
Visa snafu
What happens to old visa card numbers when they get replaced? You can't buy with them, can you pay? [more inside]
What the duck was it?
What is the CMS with the rubber duck logo? [more inside]
posted by run"monty at 3:37 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by run"monty at 3:37 AM PST - 10 comments
Strange home noises
Strange home noise. Single family, single story home, with city water and sewer. Since moving in (renters) there was occasionally a deep hollow metallic booming sound coming from parts unknown (sometimes sounding under the house, sometimes just outside the house) lasting just one second. It happened mostly once a night or so; but past week has increased in frequency to every 15-30 minutes. It is not coming from the hot water heater. It is not so loud as to be a huge nuisance though loud enough to wake me at night.
The house is on a hillside, and settling of soils is known but the footings appear relatively unchanged. A city water pipe on our street is apparently leaking. Dont know how to begin to figure out what it might be...
"My Kindle can't play Angry Birds, but here's a handy list of bird species"
Where's the best place online to gather simple reference lists and charts to transfer to my Kindle 2, likely as PDFs or monospaced text? Stuff like US presidents and World Series winners, with enough basic info on each line to fit the screen's width. Is there a site that specifically has stuff like this for the Kindle? Google searches for "Kindle reference "and "Kindle lists" don't really help. Thanks.
posted by TheSecretDecoderRing at 12:33 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by TheSecretDecoderRing at 12:33 AM PST - 7 comments
August 2
If you're so smart, why ain't you fat?
My dog Duffy is very smart and even though he's pretty old he learns new things fast, so I am doing an experiment with him and I am finding his failure to pick up the trigger puzzling. He discerns the most subtle cues from others when he's trying to decide what to do next, so I wonder how this isn't working. [more inside]
posted by jet_silver at 10:59 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by jet_silver at 10:59 PM PST - 11 comments
What female bbc correspondant wrote an awesome eco sci-fi book?
Help me identify a book! My Google-fu wasn't strong enough. Science fiction, part of a trilogy (or more?), published in the last 10 years with three (at least) alien species, one underwater, and a strong ecological theme. Written by a female former bbc war correspondent.
posted by mathtime! at 9:13 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by mathtime! at 9:13 PM PST - 2 comments
I have "SUCKER" written on my forehead.
What's the best way for me to find and buy a used car, given that I know what I want, have cash to buy it outright, don't want to spend lots of time and mileage and money "shopping", and don't know anything about how to tell a lemon from a peach? [more inside]
posted by The otter lady at 9:08 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by The otter lady at 9:08 PM PST - 10 comments
Krak des Blanketiers
My housemate and I, and our across-the-hall neighbours, will soon be throwing a combined blanket fort party. If anyone has done something similar, do you have any tips for the logistics of actually constructing said fortress? We're thinking twine strung across rooms, secured at the wall by those little adhesive hook things, creating a frame for draping our linen - but there are worries about the strength of those little adhesive hook things. For reference, our apartments are 1920s Art Deco things with very prominent architraves (I think that's the word - skirting boards coming down from the ceiling, is what I mean) which we are thinking of using as our anchor points.
Surprise date night in Bellingham, with love from New England.
Looking to set up a surprise date night for a friend and her husband in the Bellingham, WA area. The problem? I'm not local to the area and don't know what's fun to do/see/eat or how to go about setting something like this up. [more inside]
How to counter PTSD-related rage?
What are some self-soothing techniques to help deal with PTSD-related anger/rage that has quietly ruined my inner life? I am currently awaiting an (outpatient) intake call back for sliding-scale therapy. [more inside]
How to navigate copyright permissions for a CD by a small a cappella group?
My small a cappella singing group is recording a CD and needs to know about licensing of copyrighted songs before we sell copies of our CD. [more inside]
posted by palliser at 8:28 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by palliser at 8:28 PM PST - 8 comments
Infestation Risk
I'm looking to rent a studio or one bedroom apartment in Arlington, Virginia within walking distance of the Courthouse or Clarendon Metro stations. After a week or so of pretty intense searching (dozens of calls, two days spent wandering around) I finally found and visited a place in my price range (under $1250) a 10 minute walk from Courthouse. Unfortunately online reviews (20 or so) are largely (80%) negative and frequently mention roaches and bedbugs. How do I decide whether I can look past this or not? How do I broach the topic with the management? [more inside]
Brooklyn Vegetarian Eats
Anyone have any suggestions for yummy vegetarian friendly restaurants in the general vicinity of the Brooklyn Museum? [more inside]
posted by Aversion Therapy at 7:11 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Aversion Therapy at 7:11 PM PST - 8 comments
How do I make a scarf smell good?
I've crocheted a wool scarf form my sister-in-law. When I ship it, I want to put something in the box that will make it smell pretty by the time it reaches her. [more inside]
posted by msali at 6:53 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by msali at 6:53 PM PST - 35 comments
Feeling like I'm in a WWII movie here...
[AviationFilter]I live in a medium-sized college town in central VA. Starting at about 8:30pm (and continuing as of this post at 9:46pm), we have had two smaller prop planes buzzing our neighborhood. We do live within a half-mile of the airport. These planes are flying at less than 1000 ft. What is the "cut-off" time for this kind of thing? [more inside]
posted by kuanes at 6:49 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by kuanes at 6:49 PM PST - 14 comments
Will not signing an addendum jeopardize the purchase of my house?
Is it normal for an escrow company to request addition of an addendum AFTER all the papers have been signed but before officially closing? [more inside]
posted by rybreadmed at 6:26 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by rybreadmed at 6:26 PM PST - 5 comments
How sick is this puppy?
The most wonderful dog in the world, Wrigley, is acting out of sorts today, and has bad breath for the first time ever. How urgent is this? [more inside]
The hunter is now the hunted
Can you help me list stories where a paid assassin teams up with their target to fight off other assassins? I have some, would like more. [more inside]
posted by arniec at 6:07 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by arniec at 6:07 PM PST - 27 comments
Does the Lion upgrade preserve symlinks at the root level?
Will an upgrade to OSX Lion from Snow Leopard preserve or destroy my /Applications symlink? [more inside]
posted by Caviar at 5:55 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Caviar at 5:55 PM PST - 6 comments
What do we need to do to start a life in the Yukon?
My girlfriend and I are starting to think about "restructuring" our life in the next few years: marriage, career changes, and potentially moving to a new city. Help me map out a 5-year plan. A blizzard of snowflakes inside... [more inside]
Is there anything that actually works for huge, ugly, swelling, allergic mosquito bites?
Is there anything that actually works for huge, ugly, swelling, allergic mosquito bites? [more inside]
Foreign Not Domestic
Can anyone recommend some contemporary foreign personal essayists? [more inside]
The internet is scaring me about Yaz and birth control in general. Help!
The internet is freaking me out about Yaz and I am looking for more common sense answers to my concerns rather than 'This will medicine will give you blood clots and kill you.'. More specific details inside about me, and my health and my concerns. [more inside]
Wigs are always an option.
An... accident happened to my hair. Help me find a short haircut! [more inside]
posted by zennish at 5:10 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by zennish at 5:10 PM PST - 14 comments
Californians with an Empire State of Mind...
So we're headed to that concrete jungle where dreams are made of, New York City, for the first time ever... and in August. Suggestions for both touristy and non-touristy things to do in 7 days during the dog days of summer. Details on our tastes, etc, inside... [more inside]
Create a FF sidebar from a folder of bookmarks?
How can I create FF sidebars that contain only the bookmarks in chosen folders?
I'd like to
1. be able to choose one of my folders of bookmarks and create a custom sidebar from it that only shows the bookmarks in that chosen folder
2. have Firefox remember these custom sidebars
3. be able to choose any one of these sidebars as my "current" sidebar at any time
4. be able to create individual buttons to do #3 for each sidebar, and be able to put these buttons on my main toolbar somewhere (like the "blue book with the white star" button on my toolbar that brings up the built-in FF Bookmarks sidebar).
Is there a way to do this?
(a little more info inside)
Thanks [more inside]
Olde Time New York Periodicals Online?
Online searchable archives of early 20th century NYC newspapers that are *not* the New York Times? [more inside]
Lefty with small hands needs handgun suggestions.
I'm looking to purchase my first handgun for target shooting. I'm a southpaw with small hands. What should I be looking out for? [more inside]
posted by Pericardium at 3:58 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Pericardium at 3:58 PM PST - 21 comments
Wedding ring jeweler in Chicago
I am ready to pop the question and am looking for places in Chicago to buy a wedding ring. Has anyone had success with a jeweler buying a wedding ring that they recommend? I want to customize the design a bit.
posted by bucksox at 3:50 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by bucksox at 3:50 PM PST - 8 comments
In or out?
What to do when you really want to make a go of it with someone? [more inside]
Movin to Amrika
I’m British, my wife’s American. We’re planning on moving to the States next year.
Aside from the bureaucracy and deciding exactly where we’re going I’ve been thinking about my employability and wondering if there’s anything I could or should be doing over the next twelve months to make myself more attractive to American employers. [more inside]
In search of generic online gift certificate templates
I need to create and print ( on my printer that sits next to my computer) one gift certificate ASAP. I'm in need of blank certificate templates online. [more inside]
posted by buggzzee23 at 3:09 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by buggzzee23 at 3:09 PM PST - 10 comments
Where can I find examples of great UX and IA deliverables.
Where can I find examples of great UX and IA deliverables. [more inside]
What's the deal with baggy pants?
Ok hivemind: what's the deal with baggy pants? I mean the kind frequently associated with gangbanger style, where the top of the pants is below the wearer's bottom. [more inside]
Not sure how to deal with family drama!
How do I avoid a potentially upsetting and tricky family situation in an already stressful event? [more inside]
Sag, wo die Soldaten sind...
My grandfather was a German POW in England during WWII, and he would really like some help finding out what happened to some of his old campmates. [more inside]
accentuate the positive for me!
Can anyone recommend to me music similar to the album Delmond and his father were recording in HBO's Treme? [more inside]
Help me identify this font
Help me jazz up my low-carb menu!
What are some good low-carb side dishes? [more inside]
Can you help me find the right bike?
Performance quality of a "Road bike" with comfort of upright handlebars? [more inside]
posted by David-lib at 1:20 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by David-lib at 1:20 PM PST - 19 comments
Super-successful fears for future
Where should/is my career-life headed next? [more inside]
posted by mistertoronto at 1:18 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by mistertoronto at 1:18 PM PST - 9 comments
U.S. military service casualties?
Is there a site that lists ALL of the names of U.S. military service personal casualties from all wars/conflicts/etc? [more inside]
Picking gutters for the house.
What do I need to know about having gutters installed on a house? [more inside]
Is my car less safe after being bumped?
My car was rear-ended. If I don't care about the cosmetic damage to the car, is it worth getting the bumper replaced for safety reasons? [more inside]
How much should it cost to clean/repair a high-end watch?
How much should it cost to clean/repair a high-end watch? [more inside]
posted by doomtop at 12:01 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by doomtop at 12:01 PM PST - 6 comments
Single Elderly Centrifuge seeks well-preserved hanging-bucket rotor
Hi, it's your friendly neighborhood biotech lab-equipment-monkey again. In a continuation of the centrifuge saga, now that we've confirmed the unit will probably work with a proper rotor installed, I am on a quest to track down and acquire said rotor. Nobody seems to be selling it new anymore, and the ones I've found used are all missing crucial parts! Do I need better search-fu, or is it time to call the glue factory for this big old spinny beast? Halp! [more inside]
Help me Delete, like I've never deleted before...
Need help from Sys Admins. You've never steered me wrong here... :) Need to know how to automatically have old data be deleted from Windows Server 2008, as well as have certain file types be automatically killed....Please see explanation... [more inside]
Is this acid house techno electronica industrial?
What kind of music is this? Is it called house? Techno? Electronica? Industrial? What subgenre is it? And more importantly, what is some other music like it? [more inside]
posted by Senza Volto at 11:49 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Senza Volto at 11:49 AM PST - 9 comments
Lyonnaise chocolate imported the States?
Can I get Bernachon (Lyon, France) chocolate shipped to the U.S.? [more inside]
Have I gotta deal for you
Used car advice. Looking for real world feedback on a couple of models I am considering. And for other suggestions as well. [more inside]
What are some good places for cycling around Hudson, NY?
I'm spending a couple of weeks in Hudson, NY and I brought my bike with me, hoping for some nice rides along some quiet country roads. However, after scouting the area by car, I'm having second thoughts - the traffic around here is quite heavy! Do you know of some good places for riding a bike around Hudson, Columbia County and vicinity? [more inside]
What are these diamond logos I see on cardboard boxes all over the city?
What are these diamond logos I see on cardboard boxes all over the city? [more inside]
posted by brother at 10:55 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by brother at 10:55 AM PST - 6 comments
Autism therapy providers in Philadelphia
Looking for recommendations for autism therapy service providers for a 3 year old, in West Philadelphia. Thank you! [more inside]
A book to tell me what to do with my life
I'm almost finished reading The Now Habit by Neil Fiore. Can you recommend any books that are similar in approach but deal with a wider focus, that is, setting medium- and long-term goals? [more inside]
What's the best solution to this car drama that may involve a tampered odometer?
I have a friend that is having some trouble with a car he purchased and he's trying to figure out what could be the best outcome in this situation. Basically, it looks like his odometer may have been tampered with and has been making far more repairs to this car than seems reasonable. He contacted the AG and they're willing to take the case but he's not sure if that's best.
I don't have all of the finer details, but the gist of it is inside. He said there were other smaller repairs, but these are the main ones. Also, I'm trying to keep it a little vague just for anonymity's sake, but I can provide details if necessary. [more inside]
posted by lurking_girl at 10:38 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by lurking_girl at 10:38 AM PST - 16 comments
Turning in my spreadsheet wizard badge.
Spreadsheet question: I want a column containing all the names in THAT column EXCEPT all the names in THOSE columns. [more inside]
posted by Salvor Hardin at 10:33 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Salvor Hardin at 10:33 AM PST - 6 comments
Best prepaid mobile broadband in the U.S.
What's the best prepaid mobile broadband service for use in the U.S.? [more inside]
Fashionfilter: How can a female geek dress for success?
I've been a programmer for my entire adult life, which means jeans, tshirts, and sneakers. I recently decided to move into management, so now I'd like to start transitioning into dressing better - for the management job I now have and for the next. [more inside]
I'm following who now? (No, not Newt Gingrich)
This Newt Gingrich Mefi post about paid Twitter followers had me looking at my own Twitter stream more closely. Now I'm concerned. I don't auto-follow, but I'm following Twitterers I don't remember choosing to follow at all! Help me get to the bottom of this, please. [more inside]
Covered knees at the Vatican
Can I wear a knee-length dress with opaque tights to St. Peter's in the Vatican? [more inside]
posted by CheeseLouise at 9:58 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by CheeseLouise at 9:58 AM PST - 10 comments
Anyone have any experience with Hook Up Tickets - hookuptickets.com?
Anyone have any experience with Hook Up Tickets - hookuptickets.com? [more inside]
Servicing an older projector?
Hello AskMeFi. Please help me replace the bulb in my aging projector (Infocus X1). The lamp is putting out very little light, so I'd like to replace it. Do I need a "lamp" or a "projector lamp assembly"? [more inside]
posted by aeighty at 9:23 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by aeighty at 9:23 AM PST - 7 comments
How to break the plateau?
Can you help me break through a weight training plateau? [more inside]
Make your own popurls?
Is there a good way to keep track of everything I am interested in that is updating online? Some kind of huge private dashboard that is customizable. RSS feeds alone aren't getting it done. [more inside]
Plugging Up the Holes
What are some tips and techniques to take advantage of 15-30 minutes of free time here and there to get things done? [more inside]
posted by SNWidget at 9:03 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by SNWidget at 9:03 AM PST - 11 comments
Submitting to your husband in the 21st century
What does the man being the head of the household mean for a Christian husband and wife? [more inside]
posted by sunnychef88 at 8:58 AM PST - 38 comments
posted by sunnychef88 at 8:58 AM PST - 38 comments
How do I switch into a career in web/software development?
I think I want to ditch law school before it starts and become a developer of some kind, but I have no experience in the field. How do I accomplish the career change after the law school ditching? (more details inside) [more inside]
posted by traversionischaracter at 8:52 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by traversionischaracter at 8:52 AM PST - 16 comments
How best to sell LEGO
I'm selling my childhood (1990's) lego collection. What's the best way to get money out of it? Specific questions inside [more inside]
posted by rebent at 8:36 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by rebent at 8:36 AM PST - 15 comments
Why, when i turn on the hot water, does the water pressure slow down just when the water gets warm?
Why, when i turn on the hot water, does the water pressure slow down just when the water gets warm? I don't believe its a pressure reducer on the hot water tank, nor a special valve at the tap. i've seen this in literally 100 year old houses, brand new installs, hotels etc etc. Question came up because we are moving to a home with a tankless hot water heater and are curious if the same effect exists there...
posted by chasles at 8:26 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by chasles at 8:26 AM PST - 6 comments
Please help me find a pedicurist that make the little piggies go squee! squee! squee! all the way home
Where in west end or central Toronto can I get a good pedicure for $25 or so?
What is one more G worth?
Time to get a new smartphone, and I'll have a data contract for the first time. I'm a power user of computers, who carries 2k+ contacts and appointments around, and occasionally programs my own apps (what we oldtimers used to call "programs"). I'm really attracted to the dual screen of the Kyocero Echo, but it's 3G-only. I don't intend to tether/hotspot my phone. Will I miss the 4G, a/o "limitless" data plans?
posted by IAmBroom at 7:44 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by IAmBroom at 7:44 AM PST - 6 comments
My mean feet
My feet are horrid and dry and cracked and scaly. How can I fix them? [more inside]
Why is my upper lip skin (yes, skin, not hair) so dark, and what can I do to fix it?
Why is my upper lip skin (yes, skin, not hair) so dark, and what can I do to fix it? [more inside]
I don't habla the espanol
My phone number is one finger-slip digit away from a local middle school. This time of year in the weeks leading up to the new school year I get a lot of mistaken calls, which generally I don't mind. I simply tell the caller they are one digit off, and give them the correct number. My problem is, this year I have gotten several calls from Spanish-speakers, and I don't speak a word of Spanish. [more inside]
WWII naval coordinate system
Anyone able to help with naval coordinates from WWII? I'm writing a play set in WWII and I want to make it more authentic by using the technical jargon of the time. It's set in the pacific and I'm coming up empty-handed with other searches on how they plotted courses and the coordinate systems used.
If anyone could help it would be greatly appreciated!
Bunched-Up Consonants
Phonetics question: I don't get the idea of consonants, one after the other, at the end of a syllable, without even a schwa in-between. [more inside]
posted by Paquda at 7:18 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Paquda at 7:18 AM PST - 14 comments
What unknown singer-songwriters do you love and think I should know about?
What unknown singer-songwriters do you love and think I should know about? [more inside]
posted by seriousmoonlight at 7:16 AM PST - 100 comments
posted by seriousmoonlight at 7:16 AM PST - 100 comments
Where in Philly?
My girlfriend and I might be moving to Philadelphia. Where should we live? [more inside]
posted by Vhanudux at 7:03 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Vhanudux at 7:03 AM PST - 18 comments
Go Go Gadget Car
Selling my car (in California); am I getting screwed? [more inside]
posted by Christ, what an asshole at 6:47 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Christ, what an asshole at 6:47 AM PST - 4 comments
Where's the best place for UX people to work in NYC?
Where's the best place for UX/UI/IA/ID people to work in New York City? I'm an interaction designer/user experience person at an agency in NYC looking for something new. Khoi Vinh's essay, The End of Client Services, has me thinking that it's time to step away from agency life. [more inside]
Is this a phobia?
Why do I avoid looking at maps, satellite images and the Mona Lisa? [more inside]
Why does my framing work with Firefox but not IE?
Why does my framing work with Firefox but not IE? [more inside]
Wedding band suggestions for an Engineering and materials nerd?
Why doesn't anyone make wedding bands made of carbon nanotubes? [more inside]
posted by Capa at 6:20 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Capa at 6:20 AM PST - 17 comments
Comic Wank
Suggestions for a the best erotic/adult comics & comic-creators? [more inside]
I don't think I want to sleep on the floor
Is anything horrible going to happen if I use an air mattress in a regular bed frame? Is there a better solution? [more inside]
posted by Polychrome at 5:18 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by Polychrome at 5:18 AM PST - 29 comments
Give me my rewards
What things should people do that are in their best interest, but don't do either because of ignorance or lack of discipline. For example, if you have the discipline to pay every month, there is no reason not to use a rewards based credit card for all your purchases. Arguably, maxing your 401k is another example of this. So is exercise and sunscreen. What other smart behaviors and actions should we do, but don't because we don't know any better or don't have the will to do so. I will also take counter examples, e.g. stupid decisions / undisciplined behaviors / etc.
posted by jasondigitized at 4:44 AM PST - 40 comments
posted by jasondigitized at 4:44 AM PST - 40 comments
Shouldn't I be over this already?
I ended a six-year relationship last December. I know I was totally justified. It's been seven months; when will I stop being worried sick about her? [more inside]
Books on communications/PR
Books on communications/PR [more inside]
People can do the work / So that machines have time to think
The B(if)tek song Machines Work has a of sample of someone saying "machines can do the work, so that people have time to think" and "to make reality of imagination". The first sample is also recut to "people can do the work, so that machines have time to think". Does anyone know the source of these samples? [more inside]
posted by russm at 1:03 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by russm at 1:03 AM PST - 6 comments
How to swap cars with someone?
How can two people legally swap car ownership with minimum fees in California? [more inside]
posted by harwons at 12:52 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by harwons at 12:52 AM PST - 13 comments
August 1
Refrigerate baklava?
Does baklava need to be refrigerated? It is fresh from a restaurant?
posted by woolite at 11:16 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by woolite at 11:16 PM PST - 11 comments
Saxiest hits!
I have a problem. I've lately been addicted to the most cheesy, lame, overdramatic sax-heavy songs of the '70 and '80s. Help me find more. [more inside]
posted by this one is danny at 11:04 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by this one is danny at 11:04 PM PST - 31 comments
Joint MFA/Ph.D. in studio art and art history
Do any schools offer a joint MFA/Ph.D. in studio art/art history? [more inside]
Surprise! I have to take some time off...
When should I tell my [part-time, food-service] employer that I'll be needing three months off because my husband will be away on work? I have to stay home and care for our toddler. Difficultiy: still on trainee-probation. [more inside]
When should I apply for this job abroad?
I want to apply for a job in another country, but I'm not ready to actually make the move yet. Given the logistics of finding a job internationally, what should my timeline be like? [more inside]
Can you identify this organ piece?
Can you help me identify this piece of music? [more inside]
posted by perpetualstroll at 9:32 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by perpetualstroll at 9:32 PM PST - 8 comments
A war by any other name
If I was to read one book about the Wars of the Roses, what book should it be?
posted by shothotbot at 8:44 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by shothotbot at 8:44 PM PST - 9 comments
Will recharging my cars AC fix it, or is it brokener?
Will a new can of refrigerant fix my car's AC? [more inside]
HVAC experts! I want a cool, dry basement home theater / jam room!
HVAC experts! I want a cool, dry basement home theater / jam room! [more inside]
posted by bradn at 7:57 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by bradn at 7:57 PM PST - 6 comments
When to fly around Thanksgiving?
I'm going to be flying from Atlanta to DC around Thanksgiving, and I'm trying to figure out the least painful way to do it. Unusually, I don't actually care where I am on Thanksgiving day—I'm go to an event the following weekend. When will be less crazy at the airport? [more inside]
posted by duien at 7:55 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by duien at 7:55 PM PST - 7 comments
Anxious about anxiety and anxiolytics...
I am on my way to an appointment tomorrow because I would like to do something about anxiety or stress response or whatever you'd like to call it. I am familiar with a lot of different anti-anxiety meds from my schoolwork, as well as things used off label. But my knowledge is more from the 'how the drugs work in the brain' side, vs. the clinical indications. [more inside]
posted by Tandem Affinity at 7:55 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Tandem Affinity at 7:55 PM PST - 11 comments
Why isn't my pork roast ... uh, roasting?
Why isn't my pork roast ... uh, roasting? My almost 4lb pork shoulder has been slow roasting in the oven for about 5 hours and yet its internal temp is still 30 degrees too low. [more inside]
posted by slightly sissy tea hound at 7:43 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by slightly sissy tea hound at 7:43 PM PST - 24 comments
is this abuse by my b-i-l
is it abusive of my brother-in-law to not bring home a paycheck, but yet my sister who has MS holds down 1 full time and 2 part time jobs? She takes care of the household stuff also. He's been fairly worthless for years but I haven't said anything. I figured it was my sister's business. I figured I would only get into a relatives business if there was abuse. Is this abuse?
How can I be a better teacher to these kinds of students?
Were you one of these archetypal students? How did your teachers help you self regulate, control impulses, and overall become more self-aware? [more inside]
iTunes can't locate any of the songs to play, even though they are all there after crash
About two days ago my Windows 7 HP TouchSmart 610 locked up doing I don't remember what and I had to "hard" reboot it (turn off and back on without properly closing it). The main problem that has surfaced since then is my iTunes library can't "locate" any of my songs. If you are an iTunes user, you've probably seen this before when you try to play a certain song and an error window pops up saying "The song blah blah could not be used because the original file could not be found. Would you like to locate it?" iTunes gurus I need your help! More follows... [more inside]
posted by Rad_Boy at 7:00 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Rad_Boy at 7:00 PM PST - 3 comments
What to ask for as salary?
I'm in contention for a job as a social media marketing and advertising representative at a medium sized music hardware-related company. Basically, I haven't found a great idea of how much I should ask for as far as salary. Additionally, I don't know what else to ask for in this job as I've never held a salaried position in my life. [more inside]
Caterwauling
Kitty's started giving us midnight serenades - help! [more inside]
The palm of my hand is not big enough
OS X - recommend either password/info management applications, or tell me how you handle passwords and info! [more inside]
posted by VikingSword at 6:08 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by VikingSword at 6:08 PM PST - 31 comments
American History, the comic book version
Are there any comic book versions of History that you know of which could give High School students a good background in the subject? In particular, my colleague is interested in American History 1840-1968 but any period of American History would be most welcome.
posted by Tarn at 5:55 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Tarn at 5:55 PM PST - 13 comments
Worked My Way Close to the Top...Help Me Get a Bit Closer
Does anyone know of great mid-management recruiters in Boston? [more inside]
Literary game reviews?
Help me find well-written videogame reviews! [more inside]
posted by Suciu at 5:25 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Suciu at 5:25 PM PST - 12 comments
Getting away with it.
The recent news about D.B. Cooper and the FPP on the Zodiac Killer have me wondering: What major crimes (if any?) have been solved after the death of the perpetrator? [more inside]
posted by 2bucksplus at 5:20 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by 2bucksplus at 5:20 PM PST - 6 comments
Diesel for Honda Ruckus
Are there any GY6 diesel engines? Or how could I fit a diesel engine to a Honda Ruckus? I will be using biodiesel as the primary fuel.
wrist pain .. who do I see?
After a few months of lifting weights, my right wrist hurts if I bend it backwards. The pain can be described I think as a sharp uncomfortable tingle. What kind of doctor should I be seeing? [more inside]
Do they make tuck-in shirts only?
Do they design dress shirts specifically for tucking in only? [more inside]
Finding Web Nerds in Northern California and Oregon?
I'd like to explore the local web/tech nerd and geek scene in small cities and towns between San Francisco and Portland. How and where do I find the right folks? [more inside]
Do you think shelves instead of kitchen cabinets suck?
An open shelf kitchen. Will it give my resale value the kiss of death? [more inside]
Is this study on MRSA inhibition by essential oils legitimate?
Is this study about the inhibitory effect of essential oils legitimate? [more inside]
posted by sunnichka at 4:47 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by sunnichka at 4:47 PM PST - 5 comments
Gmail interface with Exchange data
How can I get the G-mail look and feel through an exchange server? [more inside]
Won't Get Fooled Again
Recent news story suggest that the FBI may have a new suspect in the DB Cooper hijacking case from 40 years ago. Why is the FBI spending any time on this? Isn't there a statue of limitations on this? If the suspect is dead, why waste any time on it at all? Is it just so that the FBI can say they solved it, or is there a reason why they would pursue this?
Food sensitivities and Breastfeeding
Do you have food sensitivities? Does/did your breastfed child have food sensitivities? I need to get up to speed quickly on how to eliminate dairy and wheat/gluten from my diet. Help! [more inside]
I've got 6 copies of Jay-Z's H.O.V.A
I've got a ton of MP3's, I've finally got (most) of them tagged correctly, but now I need to weed out the dupes. Some albums I have fully duplicated, some albums only one or two songs, but I've got lots of duplicates and I need a good way to get rid of them. I'm on Windows, and would really not like to install iTunes if I don't have to. Help!
posted by deezil at 3:54 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by deezil at 3:54 PM PST - 9 comments
Wait, did that guy die at the end?
Give me examples from literature, film, and popular culture of stories that end without actually telling us what really happened, leaving us unable to resolve multiple plausible versions of events. [more inside]
Fast, cheap, good, and hypoallergenic. Oh, and noise-reducing. That too.
Give me your best machine-washable sound-dampening technologies. Curtains, mostly. [more inside]
posted by deludingmyself at 3:34 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by deludingmyself at 3:34 PM PST - 6 comments
Looking for an album for remounting old photographs
I have a series of old family photographs (c1920-1950), which I have removed from sticky-backed albums for scanning. What would be the best way to store them which would preserve their condition? [more inside]
Should I moderate my sweet tooth?
About 1/ week, I have a major sugar binge. It's always candy and never cake or other sweets. I usually end up eating more than a couple servings of candy in these binges. Now, I am a healthy weight, and my diet in every other way is balanced and healthy for the most part. I am wondering how bad of a health impact these sugar binges can have? Especially in the long term. I am in my mid-20's.
How to disable font style copy n' paste
Is it possible to disable copying and pasting of font styles in OSX? [more inside]
posted by pakoothefakoo at 2:38 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by pakoothefakoo at 2:38 PM PST - 4 comments
Love the work, hate the aquarium
I love what I do but I don't love the way my organization functions. I want to go solo. Help me figure out how to become a freelance data analyst/researcher [more inside]
Kinky Latin help needed
Latin D/s filter: This is for an ownership tattoo for a submissive/slave belonging to Lady Macbeth. Mimicking the phrase used to mark books, Ex libris Lady Macbeth, how would you say "From the stables of Lady Macbeth"? The stables being where one keeps horses. Alternatively, "A slave belonging to Lady Macbeth". [more inside]
I want to hear the wars
I would like to listen to battle radio chatter while at work, on my iPod Touch, either streaming or podcasts or a dedicated app. [more inside]
THIS IS A NO PACHELBEL ZONE. I REPEAT: NO PACHELBEL.
Well, it's T-minus five weeks to the wedding and I haven't got the music down. I've got a crapload of amazing singers and all of my ideas are going down the tubes. Hope? [more inside]
Web cam
I need a super webcam [more inside]
Bats in the daytime
I released a bat outside this morning. Will he be OK until nightfall? [more inside]
posted by media_itoku at 1:30 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by media_itoku at 1:30 PM PST - 15 comments
The Study of Studying
Studying Methods: Finals are coming up (in Germany) so i'm looking for an innovative and effective study/revision method thats backed up by science! [more inside]
posted by freddymetz at 1:24 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by freddymetz at 1:24 PM PST - 5 comments
In the middle of this Venn diagram is a single lemon
Help me plan a meal for a group of people with a rich array of dietary restrictions, please! [more inside]
posted by little cow make small moo at 1:23 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by little cow make small moo at 1:23 PM PST - 17 comments
Who is Granny Bard?
How can I make Adam's profile in to Bobs profile?
How can I migrate a local Win7 profile that is associated with a domain account? [more inside]
Why is one area of a pretentious zip code so much cheaper than the others?
Very long post regarding a first-time home buying quandary, and yes, I've read the other recent threads. My immediate questions (meaning I know I'll have more as this process progresses) are quite specific and as a result haven't yet been addressed here. Mainly, if the Birmingham/Bloomfield area of metro Detroit is supposedly synonymous, why are houses in West Bloomfield so much cheaper than those in Birmingham? What am I missing? And in my particular situation (age, childlessness, etc) is there truly an advantage to buying versus renting? [more inside]
brown is the new green(TM)/size matters (TM)
Where can I get a short run of brown cardboard CD cases with custom sizing-- specifically 5.5"x7" ? [more inside]
Doctors scare me. Meds scare me. I have to set an alarm to take my bc everyday or I'll forget. Make it go away!
Birth control - how do the monthly prescriptions work? [more inside]
posted by xicana63 at 1:02 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by xicana63 at 1:02 PM PST - 23 comments
Question regarding an aggressive rescue dog that likes to bite...
I just adopted a rescue dog about a month ago, and after several biting incidents, I am trying to decide whether or not this behavior can be stopped. [more inside]
Eyepatch Suggestions for a Sick Friend
I have a friend who may lose his eye because of cancer in his sinuses, which is being treated with radiation. I'd like to buy him an eye patch, and specifically wanted to buy one that was high quality. Can you suggest some vendors, some suggested designs (especially funny ones), and anything else you think I might could do that would let him know how much he's loved? [more inside]
posted by scunning at 12:35 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by scunning at 12:35 PM PST - 12 comments
What am doing wrong?
What am I doing wrong in regards to dating, if anything? I only seem to connect to the "wrong" people. When someone likes me, I usually don't like them back. And more... [more inside]
What's the best device for reading and annotating PDFs?
What's the best device for reading and annotating PDFs? I'm trying to decide between a tablet pc (maybe the Lenovo X220T), a netbook fitted with a PixelQi screen, an Entourage Edge, an OLPC, or some sort of e-reader. Any other suggestions, are of course, welcome. [more inside]
Do you have a bookmark bar starter pack?
Is there anywhere online that provides a generic bookmarks file? [more inside]
posted by Michael Pemulis at 12:10 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Michael Pemulis at 12:10 PM PST - 6 comments
Pronouncing Literally, Battery Oddly
Growing up, I knew someone who pronounced the word "literally" as "litrally", and "battery" as "battry". When I asked her why she did that, she said it was a vestigial habit from acting classes in college, which would have been in the late 1960s.
Now, the guy who cut my hair pronounces things in that way, and, of course, there is Rob Lowe's character on "Parks and Recreation" who also does it.
My question: Is this a thing? Is it a regionalism? Was it ever taught in acting or elocution classes? Or is it just an affectation?
Need help finding short-term chem positions.
So I'm having some difficulty looking for a short-term internship / volunteering position related to my career goals(chemistry) for this coming winter break. [more inside]
The earworm, it burns! It burns like ponies!
I cannot believe I am spending an Ask on this question. What is the original song that is being pastiched / referenced / ripped off by the My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic song Cutie Mark Crusaders? [more inside]
posted by KathrynT at 12:03 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by KathrynT at 12:03 PM PST - 16 comments
Can't install Adobe products on Mac OS 10.7 Lion
After installing OS 10.7 Lion I am unable to install any Adobe products, including Flash, Photoshop and Illustrator - can anyone help? [more inside]
posted by trevs44 at 11:51 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by trevs44 at 11:51 AM PST - 8 comments
Toronto gigs?
Toronto Music Scene question: what are the best places for singer/songwriters to perform in Toronto, Canada? [more inside]
why do people steal fog lamps?
Hey, armchair detectives, yes you Poirot, Sherlock Holmes, Colombo, Zen; why do people steal fog lamps? [more inside]
"No, I'm sorry, I never heard of 'The Piano Man.'"
Where are all the 'piano bar' type situations in Austin, TX? [more inside]
Chaco tacos in NYC?
Chaco tacos in NYC? I must have one. But where? [more inside]
How Efficient Is A/C AT Removing Heat
Say I run a 1000W oven in an air-conditioned home for 1 hour (using in the process 1kWh). How much power does a typical home A/C system require to remove the heat generated, all else being equal? [more inside]
posted by lohmannn at 10:47 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by lohmannn at 10:47 AM PST - 14 comments
How do I add refrigerant to my F-150?
How do I add air conditioner refrigerant to my 1997 Ford F-150? [more inside]
posted by Hot Like Your 12V Wire at 10:44 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Hot Like Your 12V Wire at 10:44 AM PST - 5 comments
'site:'
How can I use the Google operator "site:" through the Firefox 5 'Awesome Bar'?
posted by nam3d at 10:27 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by nam3d at 10:27 AM PST - 3 comments
My head is telling me I don't need that brownie but my PMS does
What do you do to fight off junk food cravings during your period? [more inside]
Sci-Fi and Monster movies not in English
What movies am I missing outside of America that have great sci-fi and monster movie themes? [more inside]
posted by bleucube at 10:07 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by bleucube at 10:07 AM PST - 23 comments
Easy as Pie....NOT!
Why did my piecrust stick to the pan? and other pie dilemmas.. [more inside]
posted by Lylo at 9:45 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Lylo at 9:45 AM PST - 13 comments
Does anyone know any good, simple games for groups of children of differing ages to play?
Does anyone know any good, simple games for groups of children of differing ages to play? [more inside]
Blackberry bonanza!
So many blackberries. What to do with them? [more inside]
What style house is this?
We're buying a house built in Boston in 1915 and are trying to find out the style (i.e. Folk Victorian) of the house. [more inside]
Looking for help on printing custom panoramas
I'm looking for websites, tips and ideas on printing individual posters with odd dimensions. Have you had better luck with local printers, or are there good online options? [more inside]
How do I use differential correction with a Trimble GPS?
Why can't I differentially correct some GPS data I collected with a Trimble GeoExplorer 2008? [more inside]
posted by EsotericAlgorithm at 8:54 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by EsotericAlgorithm at 8:54 AM PST - 7 comments
Is phoning the ex- unreasonable?
Should I break up with my gf, and what is the proper thing to do when is not-very-long-distance? [more inside]
My Pretty Places
GoogleMaps/AndroidFilter: What's the most efficient way to use the Current Location in Google Maps to help build a customized, editable My Map? For the life of me, I can't figure out an easy way to do this; I assume there's an easy way to do this that I'm overlooking. [more inside]
Bring on the pipes and drums!
Looking for songs with marching bands! [more inside]
What are some good Android apps for the gym?
What are some good Android apps for weightlifting/fitness? [more inside]
ME GIFTA
You live in Los Angeles; you travel to visit out-of-state relatives. Where (in town) do you go to find gifts? What do you take them?
Debt ceiling deal is esplained and such
Can someone point me to an explanation of the debt ceiling deal that isn't tainted by tea party cheer leading or liberal handwringing?
posted by tylerfulltilt at 7:49 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by tylerfulltilt at 7:49 AM PST - 8 comments
I tried to kiss my boyfriends friend.
I tried to kiss my boyfriends best friend at a party 11 months ago and I still feel badly about it. What should I do? [more inside]
How to stop fighting with my boyfriend?
How can my boyfriend and I stop fighting so much? [more inside]
posted by JessicaJane at 7:25 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by JessicaJane at 7:25 AM PST - 29 comments
Does this apple pie taste like poison to you?
Help me identify this apple (or apple-looking) tree - and tell me if it will kill me. [more inside]
posted by generichuman at 7:06 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by generichuman at 7:06 AM PST - 7 comments
Reno or No Reno
Home buying 101: First time homebuyers looking for a primary residence. We found a home we are interested in. It is a ROE/Foreclosure. The home itself is already approved for a Homepath Renovation loan. On the flyer for the home it says you must be pre-approved before calling on the home. We live in the neighborhood so have already played lookie-loo through the windows. It needs a lot of work: New appliances, new HVAC, new windows (paint-but we can do that ourselves)- those were obvious from the outside. We really want to see the inside before we go any further. The house is listed at 95,000. We would offer 85K but roll in an additional 30k for renovations. However, we don't know what we don't know. [more inside]
Ultimate Guide to Furniture Restoration
Furniture Restoration: Please give me your suggestions for books and web resources for furniture restoration. [more inside]
posted by Busmick at 6:43 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Busmick at 6:43 AM PST - 3 comments
Why isn't chipboard recycled in Albuquerque?
Just moved to Albuquerque and was surprised that chipboard isn't recycled here.. This means cereal boxes and the like aren't recycled here and head to the landfill. Two-part question: 1. Why isn't chipboard recycled here like it is everywhere else I've lived? 2. Is there a way to recycle it here that I've missed? I've googled extensively but hope I've missed something.
posted by jz at 6:23 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by jz at 6:23 AM PST - 6 comments
Wanted: Non-sweet energy gels
Wanted: Non-sweet energy gels [more inside]
Half sister wants to meet us - what do I do?
My father recently revealed that he got someone pregnant before he met my mother, some 35 years ago. He knew his biological daughter existed for a long time, and didn't tell anyone. Now my half-sister is looking to meet our family... [more inside]
I am beyond repentance, I know.
Had a very brief but very intense extramarital affair after nearly ten years of marriage. Ended it this weekend and I feel absolutely miserable. How do I get over this? Bonus drama: the guy works at the same place as me so I will end up seeing him. [more inside]
Half a day to kill in NYC
At noon today I will arrive at LaGuardia. I need to be at JFK at about 6:30pm. I've never been to NYC. What should I do with my time? [more inside]
posted by resiny at 5:52 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by resiny at 5:52 AM PST - 13 comments
OTC allergy help?
YANAD, but I bet you have some good practical advice on managing these allergies. [more inside]
Need Great Dentist in New York
Recently moved to New York City from the midwest. I am requesting recommendations for a great dentist in or close to Manhattan - Pain and aesthetic issues involved. Please tell me who is the best. I am fully insured.
Is coin collecting a rational approach to investing in metals?
Is coin collecting a rational approach to investing in metals? Is coin collecting the funnest way to invest in metals? [more inside]
posted by GPF at 5:09 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by GPF at 5:09 AM PST - 13 comments
Running SheepSaver on OS X Lion
I can't seem to get SheepSaver running on OS X Lion. I'm trying to get Starship Titanic working as per the instructions in this post but the sheepsaver.app that comes bundled with the Mac OS 9 boot image just bounces for 10 seconds or so and crashes.
It's kind of a stretch but I was wondering if anyone on here has gotten SheepSaver to work, various sources I came across while googling seemed to indicate it should work fine.
posted by _frog at 4:27 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by _frog at 4:27 AM PST - 4 comments
Reinstalled Windows, and now I can't read data from my external hard drive--please help!
Reinstalled Windows, and now I can't read data from my external hard drive--please help! I accidentally left my external hard drive plugged in while reinstalling Windows XP. When I noticed that it showed up on that screen where you choose how you want to partition your hard drives and where you want to install XP, I unplugged it. Then I partitioned my internal hard drive, formatted and reinstalled. I didn't format the external drive (to the best of my knowledge). [more inside]
posted by surenoproblem at 3:55 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by surenoproblem at 3:55 AM PST - 9 comments
Help me name my choir!
NamingFilter: I am forming a new chamber choir and am stumped for a good name. Can you help? [more inside]
Teething troubles at new job
My new job is really stressful and demanding, and it's making me unhappy, but I don't want to leave after only a couple of months, because it would look really weird on my resume and I would feel like a failure. Please help me stick it out for the medium-haul. [more inside]
posted by Ziggy500 at 2:32 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Ziggy500 at 2:32 AM PST - 12 comments
Planned ... obsolensence
Numerous front load washers die in a few years due to hidden corrosion of a structural part made of aluminum. Frigidaire, GE, Whirlpool, Kenmore, Electrolux. Examples. Why do they use aluminum when it will be submerged in the presence chemicals and steel?
posted by coffeefilter at 2:06 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by coffeefilter at 2:06 AM PST - 13 comments
How do Vegas oddsmakers make their odds?
How do Vegas oddsmakers make their odds? [more inside]