Paying for graduate school out of your 401k. Stupid idea? [more inside]
posted by falameufilho to education at 4:28 PM - 0 answers

Can I get in trouble for performing a wedding without a wicense? I would not sign the wedding certificate or any other paperwork. Just "perform". [more inside]
posted by Matt Arnold to law & government at 4:21 PM - 3 answers

What combinations of colourless non-toxic substances result in something that's coloured, or at least opaque? [more inside]
posted by greatgefilte to science & nature at 4:17 PM - 0 answers

The cuticle of only one of my fingers has disappeared. It seems to be receding backwards. I've noticed this over time, but today I looked down and I can actually see the back end of my fingernail. What is going on? [more inside]
posted by toekneebullard to health & fitness at 3:45 PM - 4 answers

Looking for resources on creating a small library for a non-profit company [more inside]
posted by andendau to grab bag at 3:29 PM - 0 answers

Sub DSLR cameras that allow you to change the filename prefix or tag all photos with an alphanumeric string you can set? [more inside]
posted by machaus to technology at 3:20 PM - 5 answers

Is there a way bring in an incoming call to an existing Skype conversation? [more inside]
posted by nitsuj to computers & internet at 3:17 PM - 2 answers

In a recent batch of digital photos, all the greens (grass, leaves, etc.) came out purplish or really purple. 1. What camera setting can I change to prevent this? And 2. what can I do in Photoshop to correct this? [more inside]
posted by feelinggood to media & arts at 3:11 PM - 5 answers

I broke my PC's motherboard :( Please help me pick a replacement and guide me through the installation process... [more inside]
posted by mullacc to computers & internet at 3:01 PM - 2 answers

How do I use up 4 kilos of onions? I only meant to order four onions in my online shopping but clicked the wrong thing - please help me with ideas for cooking/storing/eating lots of onions before they go mouldy...
posted by janecr to food & drink at 2:55 PM - 20 answers

I am trying to find a fabric that matches the famous dress in the Auction scene in Hitchcock's North by Northwest I am looking for fabric in a large print roses in cobalt blue on a black background
posted by Ekidnagrrl17 to clothing, beauty, & fashion at 2:54 PM - 2 answers

How can I get a keg of Ommegang Rouge in Jersey City or NYC? [more inside]
posted by Optimus Chyme to food & drink at 2:50 PM - 2 answers

What's the best current low end 30" LCD screen, and what are the tradeoffs between them? [more inside]
posted by pbh to computers & internet at 2:49 PM - 0 answers

Iranian government's worst recent and verifiable transgressions? [more inside]
posted by GenTso to society & culture at 2:00 PM - 3 answers

A random person in a city I don't live in called me and said he was seeing two charges for $155 each on his bank statement, and his bank says I'm the party that the payments were made to. What kind of scam is this, how did I get involved, and what's my responsibility? [more inside]
posted by stupidsexyFlanders to law & government at 1:31 PM - 7 answers

How do I evaluate feedback at a job interview? [more inside]
posted by Seeba to work & money at 1:18 PM - 6 answers

I rekindled an old romance about nine months ago; at that point, he and I were both unemployed but collecting unemployment compensation. Since then, I've found a great job and have been moving forward; he's been forced to give up his apartment and can't pay child support to his ex-wife. Meanwhile, he's been hitting me up for money frequently - I love him, but am wondering how to address my concerns with him properly. [more inside]
posted by anonymous to human relations at 1:06 PM - 23 answers

Can anyone recommend good books about the interaction of Italian City-States during the Renaissance? My brother is writing a 200 page paper over the next three years, and his topic is Rome, Venice, Florence, and Milan and how their interactions shaped the Italian Renaissance. He doesn't have any good books to go on, and I'm at a loss to help him (I'm not a history person) Any help would be appreciated.
posted by nickhb to education at 1:04 PM - 9 answers

What can I make that uses up a large quantity of crappy wine? [more inside]
posted by electroboy to food & drink at 12:57 PM - 22 answers

What every day (or not so every day) inexpensive (<$75) item, (or part of said item) would make a good turntable spindle bearing? [more inside]
posted by csmason to sports, hobbies, & recreation at 12:42 PM - 2 answers

Since we all have nine-digit zip codes now, why is it still neccesary to include the city and state in a postal address? [more inside]
posted by dinger to grab bag at 12:39 PM - 18 answers

Help me try and fix my mother's weird internet/Mac Mini issue. [more inside]
posted by selfnoise to computers & internet at 12:28 PM - 2 answers

How do you handle dealing with customers who make you uncomfortable -- when you were hired to be friendly and available/approachable . . . and maybe for your looks, too? [more inside]
posted by anonymous to human relations at 11:29 AM - 34 answers

My husband of 17 years had an affair and left me for someone else. Three years later, I’m still feeling bitter and vengeful. Please help me cope. [more inside]
posted by anonymous to human relations at 11:28 AM - 25 answers

After three washes-and-dryings I want some new 100% cotton t-shirts and boxer shorts to keep shrinking but I get the feeling they're not gonna. Am I right? [more inside]
posted by judomadonna to clothing, beauty, & fashion at 10:57 AM - 2 answers

Downtown Chicago tour between trains? [more inside]
posted by languagehat to travel & transportation at 10:42 AM - 5 answers

Does Battlestar ever get as good as Caprica? [more inside]
posted by dpcoffin to media & arts at 10:27 AM - 23 answers

Does anyone know of a free and simple online project tracker? [more inside]
posted by zorro astor to technology at 9:55 AM - 5 answers

Help me preserve my family's culinary heritage! Help me find a webapp for storing my Dad's favorite recipes. [more inside]
posted by perrce to computers & internet at 9:24 AM - 7 answers

I'm looking for an extremely easy-touch keyboard, and also a mouse with easy-touch buttons. [more inside]
posted by skwt to computers & internet at 9:19 AM - 11 answers

How can I synchronize calendar/contact data among an iPhone, 1 Mac, and (1 or 2) Windows boxes? [more inside]
posted by rmd1023 to technology at 9:18 AM - 7 answers

How should I take a 20-piece dinnerware set on a plane? [more inside]
posted by Nematoda to travel & transportation at 9:12 AM - 7 answers

Relationshipfilter: When we're together, I couldn't be more happy. When the inevitable breakups come, I feel so empty and no amount of time makes me feel as whole as when I'm with him. I know it won't last, but I'd take the pain of him leaving again just to have a couple months of happiness. Advice? [more inside]
posted by pyrom to human relations at 8:56 AM - 38 answers

Am considering buying a house both on a bus route/busyish street and a few houses down from a school. What should I be aware of before I make this purchase? [more inside]
posted by evadery to home & garden at 8:31 AM - 24 answers

How do I create an atari style computer game 8 bit image from a photo? [more inside]
posted by lamby to computers & internet at 8:26 AM - 7 answers

I am a community college English instructor, and I am working on structuring my Comp I class around the theme of work. Can anyone recommend some thoughtful articles, websites, books (easily excerpted), etc. about work or the workplace? Most of my students have limited reading comprehension skills, so I can’t use anything that is too specialized or advanced. I’m looking for articles on the level of Time or Newsweek. Thanks!
posted by alspeigh to work & money at 8:12 AM - 20 answers

Where are we going with video integration into eBooks?

I have been selling instructional eBooks for a few years now, and it is a steadily growing part of my 'business'. I'm about to begin exploring production of video instructional material, but rather than produce a stand-alone DVD, I would really like to integrate the two formats - written explanatory material, and video demonstration. [more inside]
posted by woodblock100 to technology at 7:44 AM - 4 answers

Any tips for generating legible .gifs from Chinese fonts? [more inside]
posted by RavinDave to computers & internet at 7:01 AM - 9 answers

What's the correct analysis of the frequency of repeat Super Bowl winners? [more inside]
posted by glenngulia to sports, hobbies, & recreation at 7:00 AM - 22 answers

I want a safe email for a ten year old.; yes, even one that I can see the outgoing messages as well as monitor the incoming ones. I know you can set up a gmail account with filters to do this and control what comes in. I just am not sure what is best in terms of getting to see what goes out. What does the hive mind suggest for how to handle this?
posted by cmh0150 to technology at 5:54 AM - 27 answers