January 2008 Archives
January 31
Help me find the movie trailer music that sounds like this...
Looking for a song that sounds like the song posted in the details. This song has been used in movie trailers, and has a very rich orchestral sound, but alas, I can't come up with the specific trailer in which I heard it... [more inside]
How much for a container full of Essien jerseys?
How much would I pay for a 20' shipping container from Tema, Ghana to New York? I know there are a lot of variables that will affect the answer, so I'm looking for a very rough estimate or range. Any information as to what variables are likely to affect the cost significantly would be so very helpful.
Thank you!
How's office 2007?
How's office 2007? [more inside]
How to set up a state-wide network of theater rooms all sharing the same media?
HELP - all you AV buffs. I have a huge AV project to undertake. It involves finding a way to either broadcast, stream, or sync movies located in one location (i.e., a media server) to 10 different theater rooms across the state of Utah. I have an unlimited budget. More info inside... [more inside]
Wearing daily contact lenses for one week: not considered harmful?
I just bought 90 days worth of daily disposable contact lenses, but I intend to wear each pair for a week at a time, taking them out every evening and cleaning them in OptiFree. I occasionally get eye infections, so I no longer want to use even a well-cleaned set of lenses longer than a week. Am I pushing safety levels by using dailies as weeklies? [more inside]
Legal ramifications of fictional scenario...
Someone takes your child and leaves a bag of cash. What happens to the money? Is it taken permanently by cops/feds and kept as evidence or is it yours to keep? (Note, I'm only interested in the legal answer, not the moral one.) Yes, this is hypothetical but for a story I'm working on.
CMYK to spot?
How do I convert a CMYK image to spot color in Photoshop? Once this is done, is there any easy way to swap out spot colors?
Painting Cat5 Cable?
Do I need to do anything special to apply latex paint to cat5 cable or to coax cable tv cable? Do I need primer or anything of that sort?
1-bedrooms in Toronto?
TorontoApartmentFilter: Am I crazy to hold out for a nice 1 bedroom apartment in Toronto's downtown west-side (Little Italy, Roncy, maybe Parkdale, etc.) for under $1100? [more inside]
kill the wabbit
What is the most jingoistic public song you've ever heard? [more inside]
Dish Network DVR no more?
I scheduled Dish Network to come to my house and install a new HD DVR this coming Monday. And then I read this... [more inside]
A children's book about the Cloisters?
[children's book filter]: Help me (Ms. Umbú) remember the title of a children's book that features the cloisters in NYC! [more inside]
How do they make them shows on the teevee?
I want to scan my comics, in a non-pirating way.
I would like to be able to scan in the bar codes on all the comics of my collection into a software that will track and allow me to manage my collection. Scanning being the main requirement. [more inside]
SUP on the cheap
I'd like to get into Stand-up Paddlesurfing on the cheap. Can I buy a used windsurfing longboard and start with that? [more inside]
I'm just too scentsitive.
Who has a sense of smell as strong as mine? No one nose! Please help me. [more inside]
What makes Fridays different in Iraq?
How would a typical Iraqi's activities on Friday differ from their activities on other days of the week? I understand that mosque attendance will be higher on Fridays, but would trips to markets, restaurants, or other places be more or less common on Friday? Are there major differences between Sunnis and Shiites in this regard? [more inside]
Help me find a shirt
Ladies - how to find white dress shirts that button flat across the front and aren't sheer? If possible, wrinkle-resistant so I'm not ironing my shirt in the morning and yet still showing up to work all wrinkled up with everything popping out and showing through. [more inside]
Alternate London Fantasy
Need Longform Alternate London Fantasy, please. [more inside]
GradSchoolFilter: I know I can... but I can't.
I'm a grad student. I like the subject(s) I'm studying, I like research, and I know I'm capable of doing the work... except when I sit down to actually do it, I choke. I know I'm not the only one suffering from both imposter syndrome and perfectionism - how do you manage to get your brain to stop spinning its wheels and get to work? [more inside]
File taxes with a name mis-match?
There's a name mis-match between my social security card and my W-2. Can I still file my taxes and get a refund? [more inside]
How to hear my microphone in my headphones
How can I hear instantaneously what I'm recording with my microphone. [more inside]
To 'nip or not?
Help me settle a debate on the ethics of catnip. [more inside]
Confused and disoriented by Flash
I need help figuring out the vagaries of relative vs absolute path names for imported objects in Flash. [more inside]
How do I tell WMP to quit looking?
How can I get WMP 11 to stop trying to find media information about my ripped CD on the internet? The pop up info box is making me crazy. Where's the switch to turn it off? [more inside]
Fold vs pockets vs what?
You're standing at a rock concert. The support band is, at best, reasonable. You've no inclination to dance, but find yourself with neither pint nor cigarette nor shoulder bag to hold. What on earth do you do with your hands?
Getting around San Francisco International Airport
I need some San Francisco Airport help, ASAP! [more inside]
Altas pain?
Is my "Atlas" really out of whack? Have you heard or experienced NUCCA upper cerivical realignment? [more inside]
Is there an invoicing program that works well with Harvest's time tracking?
Do you use Harvest for time tracking and another program for invoicing clients? How do you do it? [more inside]
What happens if the president-elect dies before taking office?
What happens if the president-elect dies before taking office? [more inside]
Need help with dating site for people with socially stigmatized health issue.
I have an idea for a dating site for people with a certain socially stigmatized health issue, and I need ideas for making them feel comfortable about signing up. [more inside]
Elvis be gone!
There is a very loud, very bad Elvis impersonator within spitting distance from my office window. I work very hard in a high stress position at a non profit, and he is really ruining my job satisfaction. The cops won't do anything, I've tried. I don't get paid much, so I can't afford to bribe him. I have tried listening to music through headphones to drown him out but that's almost as distracting. [more inside]
How do I find copies of music posters, flyers, live recordings, from a specific Steely Dan concert from the 70’s?
My Fathers birthday is coming up and I want to give him a piece of the past. How do I find copies of music posters, flyers, live recordings, from a specific Steely Dan concert from the 70’s? The concert is Steely Dan, the venue was Winterland in San Francisco, and the date was May 5th 1973. [more inside]
Help me to be a thoughtful person!
I'm meeting my boyfriend's friends for the first time this Saturday - at a birthday dinner (at a restaurant) for one of them. I would like to bring some sort of token of thoughtfulness or something to the birthday girl... nothing expensive as I don't want to seem like I'm showing off or anything (and I'm a poor college student anyway)... thoughts? [more inside]
Valentine's Gift for Him
A Valentine's day question - mea culpa! I'd like to go for something handmade and creative for the dude, but I'm afraid school is sucking up my imagination. Ideas? [more inside]
How is the health insurance stipend built into my hourly rate affecting my income tax?
My new company doesn't provide health insurance but a $2500 stipend is "built into" my hourly rate to cover the cost. I've got a plan that costs $175/month but how much does it suck for me that the stipend money is being taxed? [more inside]
How do I stop losing my shirts?
I've come to realize that I am not paying as much attention to detail as I should when I drop off shirts at my dry cleaners. It seems like I end up losing 3 or 4 shirts a year to the ebb and flow of having my shirts laundered. Is this truly because of my lack of attention or do others have the same problem? How common it is for shirts to be lost at the dry cleaners? Beyond a greater attention to the checkin and checkout of shirts, does anybody have any advice on stemming the tide of lost shirts?
job in music industry
Looking for a job in New York City archiving music or music related. Where to start? [more inside]
How to effectively use DEVONthink?
DEVONthink: how can i learn to love it? [more inside]
A Fatal Attraction to Cuteness
My favorite styles of clothing and accessories tend to be whimsical, cute, and generally suited to children or teenagers... but I’m in my late twenties. I obviously need to outgrow this eventually, but I’m not sure when or how. [more inside]
What's the perfect app to track expenses?
Is there an expense reporting app that's flexible, handy, and will help me finish next year's taxes quickly and easily? I know about excel, quicken, and various financial transaction apps, but what if I drive 100 miles to a tech conference and want to note my mileage? And what if I'm out entertaining clients and I want to pop onto my iPhone to note the total bill for the evening (before I forget the next day to open excel). Are there any web-based flexible apps for doing all the expense reporting you might need for a small business' bookkeeping needs?
Toystore and Bookstore in Tokyo?
I am in Tokyo as we speak, on business for two more days.
I am in the Kayobacho district, one metro stop away from Ginza... though Saturday will see me taking an early train to Kamakura.
I am looking for two things: an amazing toy store and an amazing bookstore.
Suggestions?
Omnigraffle vs Illustrator
I'm a long time Adobe Illustrator user experimenting with Omnigraffle for a project and trying to make it feel more like home. There are two shortcuts I miss in particular: Command-space to toggle magnification and option-command-2 to unlock all (objects). Searches on Omni's forums don't look promising, but I'm hoping someone has a workaround.
music for girls who hate girls?
She's so dull - come on rip her to shreds! [more inside]
Looking for additional Mystery Writers
I have just about exhausted the collections of my favorite mystery writers--looking for other mystery/crime writers that meet my preferences. [more inside]
Are there any good turn-based RPGs out there?
Are there any good turn-based RPGs out there? [more inside]
Citrix, Mail Merges, and You
I’m having a hell of a time getting a bunch of mail merge documents to play nice with a Citrix Presentation Server setup, and I’d appreciate any thoughts anybody might have. [more inside]
VisioFilter: Custom shape with two text-editable regions?
VisioFilter: Custom shape with two text-editable regions? [more inside]
Press release etiquette?
What is proper etiquette for writing and distributing press releases? General advice, book/website suggestions appreciated; more specific questions inside. [more inside]
Help me be awesome.
Where can I get my picture taken in this specific and hilarious fashion? [more inside]
The Visine, it does nothing!
I'm sick as heck, need to do a metric buttload of work involving typing and reading, my eyes are burning so badly that doing the work is painful, and I can't fix it. Help? [more inside]
How can I become a better and more prolific reader?
How can I become a better and more prolific reader? I don't have a problem with the idea of reading. I love it, as a matter of fact. I'm crazy about books, I collect them, and I enjoy them. However, I don't read nearly as much as I want to, or need to. Ideally, I'd love to read a book every week or two. It doesn't come close to that these days. I think about reading and how I enjoy the idea of reading more than I actually read. [more inside]
Should the nice, not very talented person be fired because a more talented person came along?
Should the nice, dependable, but not so talented person be fired because a more talented person came along? [more inside]
Showdown: PSP vs DS lite
I own a PS3, and my gf has a DS lite. Should I buy a PSP or a DS lite for myself? Would it be more fun to play games against/with my girlfriend on the DS, or to be able to play PS3 games remotely on the PSP? What games are able to be played remotely on the PSP? [more inside]
Lookout Europe, here I come
What are some good job search websites/engines for Europe? I'm interested in jobs in international affairs, public relations, business and finance, advertising and marketing. I'm mostly looking for resources for Germany, Belgium, France and the UK, but pan-European websites are good too.
you are your surname
What is the term for when a last name is oddly appropriate for a person? [more inside]
Better late than never?
US citizen living in Canada, didn't file a US return in 2006 for my meager graduate student stipend. Should I file a late 2006 US return now, even though I know I don't owe anything? [more inside]
Voice-to-Midi for ableton
I record voice tracks with Ableton Live. No problem. But now, I want my singing to create MIDI tracks of the notes, on-the-fly (more of less). Is this currently being done? What must I do? RPM 2008 awaits.
How to automate sorting files into subdirectories?
I have a large zipped MP3+G collection of about 30,000 songs split into several directories and subdirectories. I have them named by "Disc-Track - Artist - Title".
for example...
SC7501-01 - Presley, Elvis - An American Trilogy
SC7501-02 - Presley, Elvis - Devil In Disguise
SC7501-03 - Presley, Elvis - Burning Love
Although I have some that are named by "Disc-Volume-Track - Artist - Title".
CB5012-01-01 - Stray Cats, The - Rock This Town
CB5012-01-02 - Looking Glass - Brandy
etc...
I'm hoping to automate the following: Within a directory (and all subdirectories) Create a subdirectory for files of the same disc (or disc-volume), and move the files for that disc into that subdirectory. Repeat until every file is moved into the proper subdirectory.
I'm using Windows XP.
Why should dogs sleep near their humans?
Help me convince my stubborn hubby that the best place for a dog to sleep is in the master bed room with (or at least close-by) us. [more inside]
Who loses first when UC budets are cut by Arnold?
How are the proposed UC budget cuts here(Article) and here(PDF) likely to affect campus employees and administrative staff (non academics, non students)? [more inside]
I also do windows
I need a full-time job. Right now I work part-time at an office I really like, and would love to be able to just come on full-time there. How do I raise this with my boss? [more inside]
How can an American get money to travel to Japan?
How can I, an American, get money to travel to Japan? - Ideally I'd like to go through arts & humanities grants, cultural exchange programs, or visiting artist/musician programs, but other forms of travel funding assistance would be great too. Bonus mefi: how can an American musician (electronic, pop, club) find venues, promoters, DJ's, clubnights, etc, that can lead to a performance while visiting Japan/Tokyo.? [more inside]
Where does he live?
State residence issue. Asking for a co-worker. [more inside]
We can (or can not) build this...
I have an iPhone. I want to make and answer calls from my computer using an iPhone interface on my computer screen. [more inside]
So after we've ______'d the Cotswold sheep, then what?
We will be spending one week in a rented cottage in Brize Norton, UK this coming May before heading over to ATP. We'll be close to Oxford, which is covered nicely online and in travel books, but are looking for additional activities and adventures that may be off the beaten path. [more inside]
Corporate Rockstar
How do I become a cubicle king and a boardroom baron? How do I become a corporate rockstar? I am in a typical corporate office environment and am wondering why certain people climb the corporate ladder and others do not. What techniques and tactics have you personally applied to move ahead? I am looking for things related to work ethic, communication, self-promotion, appearance, relationships, use of technology, methodology, GTD, etc. Do you send emails late at night to appear to be working late? Do you suck-up to the CEO's personal assistant? Or do you simply work your ass off and get sh*t done? Take me from the mailroom to the boardroom.
a PO Box for those who dont like the glare of the sun
I would like to know if one can open a "P.O. Box" at one of the MailBoxes Etc. places or places like it without showing ID? If so, where can one do this in the DC/VA area? [more inside]
What can you tell me about how to treat rheumatoid arthritis?
My father has a severe case of rheumatoid arthritis. I’m hoping those of you who have arthritis or have loved ones who do will have some information to share. [more inside]
not share del.icio.us bookmarks
Is there a way to make the del.icio.us bookmarking default to not shared? I'm using Firefox with the del.icio.us buttons add-on and find it really annoying to always have to check the "do not share" box when tagging a page. [more inside]
Would you like to tax that tax sir?
Are Canadian graduate students on stipend and studying in the USA required to file both US and Canadian taxes? [more inside]
What are my rights regarding shoddy construction work?
Legally, what rights do I have in regards to shoddy renovation work done on my condo before I bought it? [more inside]
Which NYC bus routes have the most to see?
What New York City bus routes are the most scenic? [more inside]
Privacy ideas
Help me with some ideas on protecting my personal privacy. (U.S. question) [more inside]
Where did I screw up forcing my tulip bulbs?
I have tried to force some tulip bulbs indoors this winter and have failed miserably, but don't know why. [more inside]
Decanting wine at a BYOB?
What to do about bringing wine that needs decanting to a BYOB restaurant? [more inside]
Not just for wardriving, I promise.
Reccomend A LI Laundromat
Looking for a central Long Island (Nassau County) drop off/pick up laudromat. Not looking exactly for cheap (though that's nice) but value. Tired of wasting hours waiting for machines to finish. [more inside]
Sunlight, sunlight, sunlight hurts my eyes
Can I get a pair of prescription glasses converted to prescription sunglasses, without buying new lenses? [more inside]
Bed and Breakfast: Should I stay or should I go?
At a typical Bed and Breakfast, can you come and go as you please? [more inside]
Validity of a postmark?
Question about the validity of a "postmark" from the US Postal Service. [more inside]
Help me survive the madness...
Can anyone share experiences or give me tips for surviving the Filene's Basement "Running of the Brides" in Columbus tomorrow? Details inside... [more inside]
Time-shifted Tokyo Super Bowl
Where in Tokyo can my friend-of-a-friend watch the 2008 Super Bowl, not live at 0800 local time, but instead at a reasonable time in the evening? [more inside]
Crumpets, anyone?
Looking for a good crumpet recipe. [more inside]
Dreamhacker
I would like to write my own HTML/CSS editor. What would be the best way to go about it? (more inside) [more inside]
How do you deal with living in a place you don't like?
How do you deal with living in a place you don't like? (Brisbane, Australia) [more inside]
The (electric) pipes are calling
Please help me identify this musician. A while ago - two years? - I saw, on my local TV news, a female piper from the north-east of England. Her instrument was an amplified pipe set, almost certainly Northumbrian small-pipes, played through a guitar effects unit. [more inside]
Pre-bootloader-4.6 iPhones still in stores?
Are iPhones with the old (not 4.6) bootloader still on store shelves in the US? If so, is it possible to identify such phones from their packaging, for example, by examining a serial number? Hoping to ask my US-based folks to get me an iPhone or two, but keen for units that can be software unlocked for use in Australia.
Help w/ lodging in Whistler, BC; Or alternate ski trip suggestion
Can you help me find cheap lodging in Whistler, BC? Or if not, suggest another destination in North America for great skiing and cheap digs? [more inside]
Getting from Fiumicino to Ciampino
Rome airport transfer: Fiumicino->Ciampino with a five and a half hour window between flights. Is this doable? And if so, what's the most cost efficient way to do it? [more inside]
January 30
Billary '08?
Settle-a-bet-filter: Lets say that Hillary wins the primaries; would it be legal for Bill to run as her vice president? And how likely is this to occur?
Holidays in Taipei
I've been rushed off to Taipei last-minute for a two-week project. Where can I watch the Super Bowl? What should I do during the New Year celebration? [more inside]
Instaling Office:Mac 2008
Office:Mac 2008 question. Any problems installing it? Lose any documents? [more inside]
Inhale, Exhale!
What pop songs, new or old, are out there about breathing? [more inside]
A Novel Method of Escape
Has anyone ever escaped from jail or prison using this novel method, either in fiction or in real life? [more inside]
Copper pans and electric heat, do they mix?
Can I use my three-ply (out-middle-inner) copper-aluminum-stainless steel pots and pans on an electric range? Will it mess them up?
Asus eee + wifi boosting
Acus eee + Wireless: I have recently bought an Asus eee, and I would like to pick up more free wifi from various locations Downtown Vancouver, Canada. Is there a way that I can boost the connection?
I seem to get a few signals, but they are usually weak and drop off soon. I do not want to get internet service as it is too expensive, too inconvenient, it is not portable or or I need CDs to install the services(The asus does not have a cd drive.)
I have not found good laptop signal boosters for wireless yet, does anyone have any recommendations?
How do I make an awful photo backdrop?
Help me create the ultimate in awful senior-portraitesque photo backdrops! [more inside]
How long does it take the FBI to process a typical FOIA request?
How long does it take the FBI to process a typical FOIA request? [more inside]
Can I make brokers make appointments with me to show my apartment?
Woo hoo! Just one month left in my bad apartment. Since management now knows I'm not re-signing my lease for a second year, my apt. will need to be shown (by brokers) to potential new tenants this month. Are the brokers required to make appointments with me, or can they show up whenever they want? If they knock without notice am I required to let them in? [more inside]
Help my sister without giving my husband a heart attack?
How do I tell my husband about being representative payee for my sister's SSI payments? We've helped her before, and they don't get along. [more inside]
Seven years of bad luck?
I have managed to run my once-great credit into the ground. What now? How screwed am I, and for how long? [more inside]
Looking for remodeling picture series
I'm looking for remodeling picture sets (like this) for renovation inspiration. They don't have to be on Flickr, but a sequential, step-by-step series would be nice. Is there a site that specializes in these types of DIY remodel picture sets?
I'm being that jealous girl and it's cramping my style
I am irrationally jealous of his opposite-sex friendships, though I have plenty of my own - how to stop? [more inside]
Why won't external monitor set as primary?
I can't set my external monitor as the primary monitor on my Dell Laptop in Windows XP, what is wrong? [more inside]
Heard a great song at a US H&M...help me identify the name of it and the band who plays it.
Heard a great song at a US H&M...help me identify the name of it and the band who plays it. [more inside]
How to keep crazy Mom's prying fingers off some assets?
Disentanglement filter: My girlfriend has an inheritence, which is currently in the form of a stock portfolio which in her name, but her mom's name is also on it since she was under 18 when she got the inheritance (she is 21 now). Her mom is less than reasonable, and makes threats regarding said assets, so how can she (my gf) get the stuff to just be in her name, and keep the assets safe from her mom's prying fingers? [more inside]
What can I put around my sandwich?
I'm trying to eat less bread. What else can I use to contain sandwiches? [more inside]
What size is my rice cooker?
What size is my rice cooker? [more inside]
White screen on startup
My computer- a Toshiba Satellite A65, running Windows XP SP2- will sometimes collapse on starting, displaying only a mottled white screen. The only way past it is to shut the machine off and restart (hoping it doesn't happen again). What component or process is failing?
Transferrable Mortgage?
Is there a type of mortgage that can move with me if/when I move? [more inside]
Stop the New York World, I want to get off
How can I avoid motion sickness while reading microfilm, or, failing that, clear my head quickly? [more inside]
how do I get that tea glow?
I drink a lot of tea-- two or three cups a day, black with milk and sugar. Maybe one in twenty cups of tea will taste sublime and leave me with a pleasant sort of afterglow that lasts for an hour or so-- not a caffeine buzz at all. The other nineteen cups are just tea. How do I get that tea glow more reliably? [more inside]
Suggested XBox Games
Tips for XBox 360 games I might like [more inside]
Shakespeare isn't Old English, students.
I am looking for good, undergraduate-geared resources, articles or book chapters that overview 1) the origins of the English language, 2) Old/Middle/Modern/Contemporary English and things like the Great Vowel Shift, and 3) language development in humans. [more inside]
Where do I get a waterproof battery case?
Where can I get compact, water(proof|resistant) and somewhat sturdy battery case? [more inside]
2003 or 2006 IRC?
Should I learn the 2006 or 2003 International Residential Code? [more inside]
I don't want my meat to have to come too far to see me.
I was told there are only a dozen slaughterhouses in the US - which seems absurdly low to me. However, I am having trouble finding any evidence of this. [more inside]
What's the deal with Habitat?
I don't understand Habitat for Humanity. Perhaps you do? [more inside]
Help needed building a PC
I want to build a PC and, while I'm not quite at the summit of ignorance, I'm high in the foothills and the air's getting thin. I need people who know more than me to tell me what to do. Please. Vastly longer explanation follows. [more inside]
Camera Phone mosaic site
Trying to remember this asian (possible japanese/korean) site for camera phones where you could upload your pic or video into this huge mosaic of all of these other people who have done the same thing. Basically a mosaic of life. I remember it took forever to load and was a flash extravaganza, but each pixelated square was a little video/pic uploaded from a camera phone. Any ideas?
Tell me about this harmonica.
Tell me about this harmonica. [more inside]
Who wrote this song?
My mother used to sing a song to me as a child: "It's a rainy day / and we have to stay inside. / The rain is falling down / and we can't go out to play. / Why does it have to rain / anyway?" She swears it's from Sesame Street, but Google seems never to have heard of it. Who composed this song? Where could she have heard it from? Is it indeed Sesame Street?
I can't concentrate! Help!
How do I get back into the mental groove? Got any tips on how to get back my focus and get things done when I've been thoroughly distracted and just can't get back into it? [more inside]
Homeless in Florida
Temporary emergency housing in Stuart, Fl.? [more inside]
How to get submission form fields from email to database and more!
How can a new company track leads submitted via its website through the sales and post-sales process, simply, automatically, and online? [more inside]
96 Tears...But Hopefully More
What's a good example of a song whose emotional power affects the artist performing it? I'm trying to compile a list of songs whose musical landscape and/or lyrics are so emotionally potent that the emotion emerges clearly in a recorded version of the song. [more inside]
Why don't we see coconut crab sized insects?
Recommendations for a financial advisor/accountant for a young couple?
Recommendations for a financial advisor/accountant for a young couple in NYC? [more inside]
If my nephew had a hammer...
18 year old guy from California really wants to become a contractor. Gimme the best advice for him please. [more inside]
What should I consider before I move to Berlin?
What should I consider before I move to Berlin? [more inside]
Is plaster safe for hamsters?
Are plaster (of paris) objects safe for hamsters? I know they'd likely chew it, but would that be dangerous or toxic? I'd like to carve a neat little home for my new friend, but I don't want it to end badly.
AOLs of graphis are giving me ARTache
Is there any way to view old AOL .art files? [more inside]
Schools and delinquency
Who wrote that the meritocratic nature of schools contributes to juvenile delinquency? [more inside]
We won't give you a scholarship until you're good and traumatized.
Due to some bizarre circumstances, my college is forcing me to dig up some things from my past I'd thought I'd put behind me and would much, much sooner forget. How do I deal? [more inside]
What can I cook sans-stove?
What can I cook with a countertop grill, a crock pot, and no stove? [more inside]
Where can I hear uneven temperament
Is there anywhere online that I can listen to instruments tuned to uneven temperament (ideally playing a scale)?
Black and tan...and espresso, and cafe, and brown, and sand...
When choosing a leather messenger/shoulder bag, how do I decide between brown and black? Should I try to match to the clothes I usually wear, or just pick what I like? [more inside]
A sufficiently sturdy pillbox
The inside of my purse is a hazardous place, and I have trouble finding a pillbox that will stand up to it. [more inside]
Self sustaining cities
What potential or existing strategies are there for developing large urban economies without relying on international investment, transnational corporations, etc.? [more inside]
Suddenly I'm the belle of the ball
I find myself in the novel situation, upon being laid off, of having a large number of potential job opportunities. I'm in the tech space, so most organizations work through recruiters, and I'm getting over a dozen calls and emails a day since posting my resume. Many of the job descriptions look like a good fit, so I know I can have my pick of location, type of organization, benefits, salary, etc. It's quite early in my job hunt, and I have the leisure of about 2 months to do it in. I'm looking for tips about how to keep organized and be in control of the situation. [more inside]
Old mainframe computer market?
How would one go about pricing and buying an old mainframe computer, an IBM 360/30 to be specific?
How to find a Chicago-area psychiatrist?
I'm looking for a respected, progressive psychiatrist in Chicagoland and am having a hard time finding a database of rankings or respected professionals. Any suggestions? [more inside]
No, I Don't Want to Change My Default VSS 2005 Database
In Microsoft Visual SourceSafe 2005, on the "Open SourceSafe Database" dialog, is there any way to have the "Open this database next time I run Visual SourceSafe" checkbox unchecked as the default? [more inside]
Looking for high-intensity, low-impact, portable exercise.
I want a high intensity, low-impact workout that I can do every single day, indoors, with minimal space requirements. Jumping rope in my apartment lobby is absolutely perfect except that my feet and knees can't do it daily. [more inside]
My money went "poof!"
What can you do if a collection agency "loses" your payment? [more inside]
Volunteering Filter
How can I grow my list of "high impact" volunteering opportunities in San Francisco? [more inside]
Nuevas Canciónes
shareable contact management solution?
I'm looking for a shareable/collaborative Contact and Calendar Management program. [more inside]
Need side job advice for lacking income
What can my wife and I do to supplement our lacking income? [more inside]
Feta-olive-filled bread roll secret?
Baking: I tried some rolls that a distant acquaintance served many years ago- I think they were whole grain, about the size of a baked potato, and they had filling- made of feta, some olives, and maybe soft tofu?? They were really good and I seem to recall that she referred to them as "Bolsas." Does anyone know how to make these? [more inside]
Processed food, only I'll process it myself, thank you.
My family loves fruit-filled breakfast/snack bars. How can I make my own? [more inside]
How do I vote strategically in the presidential primaries?
I live in Arkansas. It's a Super Tuesday state, and I can vote in either party primary. Polls currently suggest that Clinton and Huckabee (both of whom have Arkansas ties) are way, way, way ahead in my state. I prefer Obama to Clinton, but I'm not in love with either of them, and, really, I just want to see a Democrat win the general election. Bearing all of this in mind, how should I vote in the primary?
Gold Farming Spam, and its Malcontents (me).
Stupid Excel Question
Excel 2003 - how can I get 2 or more xls files to open in separate windows? [more inside]
Mi amas vin
Esperantists: I want to send a friend a valentine in Esperanto. What should it say? Also, what design should I draw on the card? [more inside]
Why are some church websites using .cc?
Why are some churches in the U.S. using the ".cc" Top Level Domain (instead of .com or .org) on their churches' web sites? Isn't .cc the country code for the Cocos Islands off of Australia?
Examples from my quick Google search:
Example A
Example B
US TV Shows in Japanese? For free?
How would I go about finding torrents or downloads of popular TV shows dubbed in Japanese? [more inside]
Help me understand the marginal revolution.
Nascent interest in economics and economic thinking. Having a bit of problem with the theory of the margin. Wikipedia is not that helpful. [more inside]
digital art in Tokyo? where?
Going to Tokyo during the first week of August. I really want to see some New Media/Digital art. Where should I go? What should I see? [more inside]
Break an image into tiles
Help me automate the splitting of an image into tiles. [more inside]
How can I deal with a person at work who seems to be publicly shunning me?
How can I deal with a person at work who seems to be publicly shunning me? (She is not my direct supervisor, but she does hold some control over the funding for my department, and therefore, my job.) [more inside]
Wookin' pa Dub
I'd like to get a little more into dub and acquire some albums. I like what I understand to be the more typical kind of tracks: long, rumbly instrumentals and would prefer to largely avoid anything with predominant vocals. Does anyone have any particular albums or artists to recommend? Compilations are a-okay. [more inside]
Need to find a new Guitar for Guitar Hero 3
I have Guitar Hero 3 for the Xbox 360, and think I might have broke the guitar (buttons are unresponsive at times, sometimes there's merely a lag, which is very frustrating). I thought it might be low battery at first, but putting in fresh ones didn't help (I even got the rechargeable pack, to no avail). So now I'm thinking of getting a new guitar for the game, but can't find where to buy one for the XBOX 360 anywhere. Is the guitar available?
Great mash-ups concerning political/social themes?
What are your favorite video and/or audio mash-ups that deal with politics or social issues? [more inside]
Importing and Altering a Web Site, for Dummies
I want to download an institutional web page and change it a little bit for a job interview. I have Frontpage and NVU. But when I try to capture the page my computer bogs down and stops responding. Help! [more inside]
Children's books for boys?
What are some great classic children's books geared toward boys? (Excluding sci-fi). I'm working on a project for which I need a long list of children's books for both boys and girls. Being a gal myself, I've got that covered; the boys' list is harder.
Do I Have Claim to Dual German and American Citizenship?
My mother was a native-born German citizen. My father was a native-born American citizen. I was born in the United States. Shortly thereafter, my parents divorced and my mom was granted custody of me. I lived in Germany until the age of 5, presumably as a German citizen. Then my father and his family took physical custody of me, and an American court ultimately awarded legal custody to my father. Because I was born in America, I now enjoy US citizenship. Do I still have a claim to dual German and American Citizenship? [more inside]
Help me stop the mindless munching!
How do I stop eating when I'm not hungry? [more inside]
They have money to build my house, right?
How concerned should I be about my builder's finances? [more inside]
Rowing machine for a small area?
Please recommend a good rowing machine for a small space. [more inside]
If writing stuff be the food of love...
Quotefilter: help me find a quote that speaks of both love and writing.... [more inside]
Can I change my name now, but start using it later?
Complicated name-change issues. I am changing my last name, but not due to a legal marriage. Can I get my name changed now, but start using it for everything later? [more inside]
Finding a classical CD based on its contents only?
Can I re-find a Brahms CD I once loved, if I know which pieces are on it (not a common combo of pieces) but don't remember much else about it? [more inside]
Bass ambition
MidlifeCrisisFilter: my old itch to play the electric bass has resurfaced. Please help this middle-aged lady make a fool of herself. [more inside]
Help me use game theory to better understand my workplace
Help me use game theory to better understand the seemingly irrational behavior at my workplace [more inside]
How to get rid of this scrap heap in Port Phillip, VIC, Oz?
How to get rid of this scrapheap in Port Phillip, VIC, Oz? [more inside]
why a coop business model?
How does a co-op business model benefit the company? and can any industry use a co-op business model or is it reserved only for smaller/niche markets with passionate buyers? [more inside]
Job search in Tokyo
Can anyone recommend where to find a job in Tokyo? [more inside]
Does certificaion really help you find a job?
Would getting certification help in finding a more rewarding job while I'm working on the major? [more inside]
The photographer and the lens
What lens to buy? [more inside]
I can haz stutter. Do not want.
I stutter. I don't want to. Maybe you can help. [more inside]
Putting the hyphen in "anal-retentive"?
Is this an acceptable format for writing out a business address on a mailing label? [more inside]
January 29
Sounds like a job for Monica Gellar...
How can I create an indexing system for the collection of scholarly journal articles that I'm quickly amassing? [more inside]
Do I go or do I blow (it off)
Family (blood) question. I have an elderly aunt (mothers sister) who is about to die (90+ years old). I do NOT like my two sisters [more inside]
Help me get my mail!
Moronfilter: I've lost my mail key and can't replace it. Is there any way to get my mail? [more inside]
Why do we have children?
My significant other said this to me today: "over the next 5 years or so you should build an argument for kids," but I can't think of where to start. [more inside]
Though-provoking sci-fi?
Looking for good "Sci-fi" stories, novels, TV shows or movies (primarily the first 2, though) that deal with issues of identity & difference. [more inside]
Easy database for words (dictionary)?
I want to make a dictionary database of words, where I can query part of speech, spelling patterns, pronunciation patterns, number of syllables, definitions, etc. Is Access best for this? Or are there other smaller, free applications you would suggest? Ideally I would like a lot of control over query output layout. Ease of use is important. (I never felt Access was so user-friendly [maybe that's true of all databases in general], but I'm a whiz at Excel. Unfortunately, using XL as a DB isn't very pretty.)
What to charge for a portrait?
What to charge for art? [more inside]
Better text entry in Wordpress?
Is there a way (plug-in, hack) to give Wordpress a more fully featured post submission box? [more inside]
Why am I getting a UCLA proxy page?
Why are random web pages rerouting me to a UCLA proxy server authentication log-in? [more inside]
Am I a lousy lover?
Am I a lousy lover? [more inside]
Hashish delivery. How does it work?
Help me with some of the details of a fictional scene involving a hashish purchase. [more inside]
Can a couple reunite from a long term break?
Can I get over my ex while still retaining hope that we might get back together someday? [more inside]
How do I go full time on my start-up?
In the evenings and weekends, I've been working on a web start-up company with a colleague. I think our idea is great and can make money and we're both pretty smart. I want to go full time. What is the best way to do this? [more inside]
Websites and companies that offer cheap weekly vacation rentals in LA area
What are some good sites or companies to find cheap LA weekly vacation rentals? [more inside]
Cheapskate Laundry?
Can I do laundry with just ammonia alone? [more inside]
Are you guaranteed to be disgusted by 33% of the food on this list?
I once heard something along the lines of there being three foods in the world all of which hardly anyone enjoys the taste, even though many people enjoy at least two. One of them was peanut butter. Another might have been Vegemite.
Where might I have heard this possibly false factoid? Any idea what the three items were?
Why are transfers to my external firewire drive so slow?
What kind of transfer speeds should I be expecting from my new external Firewire 800 drive? [more inside]
Why am I hot in bed even with cool aircon?
How can I stop myself feeling/getting hot at night when the environment is cold. [more inside]
Hey, that's a VERY well behaved dog you have there
What's up with all these dog silhouettes? [more inside]
Say you want to wake up to music in your pillow. From an Ipod...
Ipod Device Filter: I am looking for an ipod alarm clock that has a jack for an external speaker or headphones on it. Input jacks? Sure. Output that's NOT usb? Not so much. I haven't found one yet after an hour of looking. Does such a thing exist? [more inside]
How do I know if roaches are in my plastic bags?
Should I throw away all my plastic bags because I saw a roach? [more inside]
eBay sellers revolt!
Whither Google Auctions? [more inside]
What is the name of my coughing fit?
Is there a term for a spontaneous coughing fit caused by "swallowing wrong"? This happens to me randomly and pretty infrequently, but it's occurred as long as I can recall, since I was a kid. Any name for this? [more inside]
Help me identify these short horror stories?
Help me identify these four short horror stories, based on descriptions of their plots and endings. SPOILERS AHEAD! [more inside]
Election blogs for kids?
Election blogs for kids? I'm looking for resources to help my elementary-school-age child follow the presidential race -- not just encyclopedia-style background information, but frequent updates from the news. Has anyone found good resources for (or by) kids?
Help me with my digital darkroom technique
PhotoFilter: Help me find an affordable alternative to Photoshop Channel Chops. [more inside]
Tips for a monthlong business trip to Hyderabad
I am going to be in Hyderabad for a month (February) for work and would welcome any feedback and suggestions. I read this thread but I have some more specific questions:
I am staying in Banjara Hills at the Taj Deccan. I will probably be getting home around 9pm on weeknights. Are there restaurants, etc., in walking distance that would be worth checking out, or should I stick to the hotels? Is it an area one can easily walk around in? How safe is a woman alone at night?
Are there any quick weekend trips worth doing, say leaving Sat and returning Sunday?
What should I see in Hyderabad itself?
I don't want to be too skittish about eating/getting sick, what are commonsense rules to follow?
What are tipping conventions for hotels, restaurants, cabs, tours?
Are there any guidelines I should follow in terms of dress?
I would also welcome any and all other tips. Thanks!
S/he's bi. Still interested?
You: Either gender, heterosexual or homosexual. Your potential date: identifies as your preferred gender, but bisexual. Would you be willing to pursue a romantic relationship, not just a sexual one, with that person? Why or why not? [more inside]
Refurb decor advice..
Modern/contemporary bathroom refurb ideas? [more inside]
Importing Bookmarks to Google Bookmarks?!?
I am trying to import bookmarks to Google Bookmarks from 4 browsers -- Opera, Safari, Explorer, and Firefox. I cannot figure out how to do this. I have an IMac running OS 10.3 --- Thanks in advance for any guidance!
his past. my present.
feelings about his past relationships? how to get past it? [more inside]
Would you recommend liposuction for manboobs?
Does anyone here have personal experience with liposuction for male breast reduction? [more inside]
Oh, it's lonely (on) the top . . .
How do I have sex when I've got no rhythm? I need help on top. Unfortunately, this is not a joke. Definitely NSFW inside. [more inside]
Kidding the living tripe out of all such collections
What was the joke that Ring Lardner contributed to 'Favorite Jokes of Famous People' that was too exquisite for Dorothy Parker to reproduce? [more inside]
A thrift store gem.
Can you tell me anything about this print or the artist who apparently produced the source painting? [more inside]
How do primaries work?
Are primaries "private" functions of their respective parties, or are they "public"? Who decides how they work? [more inside]
Compiler, instruction,... Whats your function?
I want to conquer my apparent inability to comprehend or write code. I'm looking for stories (or real life applicable tips from those of you who write code for a living) where you had the "A HA, I understand this finally" epiphany moment. I realize this might sound like an overly generic question, which is why there is .... [more inside]
Inputting Kanji on a Palm
I use a Palm TX to help me study japanese. How can I input kanji directly into a document ? [more inside]
Social Web sites for seniors?
My mother is 69 years old and uses a computer for email, occasionally to play scrabble with my brother-in-law across the country, listen to/find music, view photos and videos of her grandchildren, and to surf the Web. Other than that, she becomes easily frustrated learning new things on the computer. However, she's disabled, so she spends much of her time on the computer. I'd like to introduce her to some new, social-enhancing activities online but aside from Second Life and Facebook, I'm coming up empty. [more inside]
My iPhone won't place nice with my car
What is the best way to play hook my iPhone up to my car stereo that doesn't involve the use of a tape adapter or a FM transmitter? [more inside]
Why won't Dreamweaver let me check out (or save) files?
Why won't Dreamweaver let me check out (or save) files? [more inside]
Northern California Honeybabymoon!
Please help me plan a honeymoon/babymoon vacation in Northern California. I'll be 20 weeks pregnant. We fly in to San Francisco 3/9/08 and out 3/16/08. [more inside]
Photoshop is suicidal when I try and save. Errrr....
Photoshop CS keeps crashing when I try and save a file. WHY? [more inside]
No more rubber chicken dinners.
Help me make tender chicken breasts. Mine are always rubbery, no matter how slowly I cook them. I've even tried marinating. What am I doing wrong? [more inside]
How does an ME change to non-ME?
What else can a Mechanical Engineer do? [more inside]
Why aren't U.S. Presidential Primary elections all on the same day?
Why aren't U.S. Presidential Primary elections all on the same day? [more inside]
Why no Apples in (Bluetooth) Stereo?
What's with Apple and A2DP (bluetooth stereo)? [more inside]
NoIWillNotFixYourComputerFilter
NoIWillNotFixYourComputerFilter: I've got a 500 gig that won't show up in Windows XP. Help! [more inside]
An American in Lisboa
I'm moving from the US to Lisbon in about a week to begin a long-term job. I'm planning to learn Portuguese, but so far I know very little. Any recommendations on good English-language resources (preferably online) for both beginning and living life there? [more inside]
How do I create a job search site?
I want to create a job search site for a specific geographic area - sort of a mini-Monster where employers can post job announcements and job hunters can search and filter their results by salary, zip code, etc.
Are there web services/businesses that make it easy to do this - e.g., subscribe to their job site service, slap a brand/domain name on it and launch as your own? Or is this something that can only be done with a database/programming solution?
Presentation Podcast Capture?
How can I record video of a powerpoint/impress/etc slideshow in a format suitable for inclusion in a video podcast? Presenters use their own laptops and I have access only to a vga cable carrying the image, so screencapture tools are not a preferable option. [more inside]
My Cat Does Weird Things. Why?
Cat-filter: Can cats go in reverse? Why does our cat compulsively sit on my laptop? How does the groomer trim his butt fur and nails without getting scalped? Is there a way to treat his dry skin? [more inside]
What else sounds like the Quake soundtrack?
I'm looking for music similar to the Quake 1 soundtrack. [more inside]
What is this Zen Board made out of?
My daughter is in love with my old Zen Board (also called a Buddha board). What kind of paper is this thing made of? [more inside]
File sharing really to blame for record industry decline?
Looking for data on alternative causes for the mainstream music industry's declining fortunes. [more inside]
How can I convince people not to buy HP?
How can I give a company a lot of bad publicity? I am a bitter customer who wants other people to reconsider before buying from HP. [more inside]
What weblogs will make me smart and interesting and beautiful?
What are the best weblogs? [more inside]
radical books wanted
I'm looking for book suggestions for a radical reading group. [more inside]
Funky (smelling) fibers.
How do I de-stink the armpits of my sweaters? [more inside]
Where should we goa?
Honeymoon Destination Ideas, something cultural and exotic but with a nice beach in November. Slightly adventurous but we definitely want to be able to chill out as well. Goa? Thailand? Any input appreciated. [more inside]
No, not Yellow Submarine
So, we've just found out the kid we're cooking is a girl. Now, I'm tasked with the job I've had for the last 16 years: I have to come up with a signature song for the child. [more inside]
Can anyone remind me of a poster designer's name?
Can anyone remind me of a poster designer's name? [more inside]
PISS LASER!
PISS LASER!
How to use urine most efficiently in carving of urinal cake? [more inside]
Cost of living in Portland vs. Seattle
Living on a modest income in Seattle vs. in Portland, OR -- your thoughts, opinions, experiences? [more inside]
Good hairdressers in Vancouver?
Please recommend a good, affordable hair salon for ladies in Vancouver. [more inside]
How to upgrade the OS on a laptop with no CD or floppy?
How do I upgrade from Win 2k to XP on a laptop with no CD or floppy and no option in the bios to boot from USB? [more inside]
Museums and the social web
Can you help me find great examples of museums making use of free social web apps? [more inside]
Can I go dark for a night?
What is a non-permanent product I can use at home to temporarily darken my blonde hair? [more inside]
Block prompt
How do I stop the annoying "This device can operate faster" query when I plug a USB 2 thumb drive into a USB 1.1 port (which is all my computer has)?
I strongly believe in this question.
"Ann Coulter doesn't even believe anything she says!" Really? Are there any cases of a writer or pundit who turned out not to believe the positions s/he took? [more inside]
Leather, etc: Animal product, or byproduct?
How do I know if something is an animal product, or a by-product that exists only because the animal was killed for other reasons? [more inside]
Wireless timeout
Wireless networking problem...help? [more inside]
Who really owns your cell phone number?
My former employer won't release my personal cell phone number. [more inside]
An Apple a Day Keeps my Research Advisor Away
New Macintosh user needs help getting his Pro set up for academic research. [more inside]
Time to eat my vegetables
Vegetarian seeks advice for traveling in Korea and China. [more inside]
Where to buy a straight razor in Montreal?
Where to buy a straight razor in Montreal?
I'll admit that I haven't looked to hard on my own to find the answer for this but I was wondering if any Montreal-ers know of a good place to buy blades for a straight razor? They're for my wife who is a trained hair dresser and cuts a few peoples hair in our home (she vastly prefers razor with guard over scissors); her supply is getting dull. Thanks!
how to get newbies healthy?
My wife and I are trying to get back into shape, and maybe loose some weight. I've tried out my google-foo, and can find some places here in RI, but I don't think my wife would feel comfortable walking into Golds gym. Help! [more inside]
I know, I know, but I'm stuck with IIS
If you have successfully set up a multisite Drupal installation that meets these two criteria, I really want to pick your brain... [more inside]
How do I get funding for summer history research?
How do I get an undergraduate summer research grant in history? I want to spend my summer working on my senior thesis without going completely broke. [more inside]
Social networking for research collaboration
Social networking for research collaboration? [more inside]
Seeking stories of kids with superpowers?
I'm trying to make a list of books that include the central plot element of kids learning how to use or cope with unusual powers, dramatic or mundane. (Jumper, recently made into a movie, is one example.) Extra points if the books are primarily aimed at children or young adults.
Vehicle registration theft. Why?
Vehicle registration theft. Why? [more inside]
Who was surrounded by incompetence?
Cartoon Filter: Which animated cartoon character used the catch-phrase "I am surrounded by incompetence!"? [more inside]
How can I get calls, yet protect my privacy for free?
What free services are available that provide a real, anonymous US phone number for forwarding to a cell phone? [more inside]
I can haz eazy cardiology literature search?
Looking for a quick and easy online way to search the medical/scientific literature for new publications on a particular group of topics. [more inside]
Who Knows the Code?
Domain Mapping via .htaccess: I want to map a second domain I have to a subdirectory in my main Web directory (BTW, this is not a Typepad blog). My ISP asked that I set up the redirect via my .htaccess file but failed to supply the code to do that (we're having a little chat about suggesting I do something without giving me the tools I need to do it -g). [more inside]
Why is my dog scared of cooked lamb?
My golden retriever-lab mix freaks out when we cook lamb -- he whines and puts his tail between his legs. He'll eat the cooked lamb fine, but he finds the smell of it cooking distressing.
I've read elsewhere about this phenomenon, but does anyone have this experience with their dog or have an idea what makes lamb so scary? Does he think we're cooking his pals?
He has his skittish moments (scared of thunder, natch), but this is the only time I've seen him behave this way. And he's a rescue dog, so it's possible he had some early traumatic experience involving lamb. But since I've read about other dogs behaving this way, I doubt it.
Are "counter depth" fridges deep enough?
Are "counter depth" fridges deep enough? [more inside]
Help me find shoes!
Help me find durable, comfortable, wear-to-the-office women's shoes in a style that won't look dated in a few years. [more inside]
7.2 mp vs. 8.1 mp Sony Cyber Shot? Where to find the best deal?
7.2 mp vs. 8.1 mp Sony Cyber Shot? Where to find the best deal? [more inside]
The middle-aged web?
Where do 35 to 45 year olds hang out on the web? Do social media sites specifically for this age group exist out there? [more inside]
are red herrings overdone at this point in the movies?
Are movie audiences today too trained to anticipate a plot twist? (OP does not contain spoilers. Future comments might.) [more inside]
Just graduated and moving to Europe with a girlfriend and no job
Help an almost-grad figure out how to move to Europe with his girlfriend [more inside]
Windy City Suggestions
What are some "can't miss" places to go and places to eat in Chicago? I'm taking someone who has never been in March and am trying to make sure they see the best of the city. [more inside]
OK, so strike a pose I guess?
Where can I find some good resources about modelling and directing models, for photographers? [more inside]
Pleasing yourself
Do women have different phrases to describe the act of masturbation? [more inside]
Is legalsounds.com operational?
Is legalsounds.com still operational? [more inside]
Rear bike rack for a VW New Beetle
Anybody know the make and model of a bike rack that can be used on the rear end of a VW New Beetle? I know Volkswagen makes a top-mounted rack accessory, but I don't want to be lifting my heavy bikes up that high. Bonus points if you have successfully mounted it on your own Beetle in this lifetime. Holding 2 bikes would be fine, 3 would be even better.
...because no one is going to pay me to study. Temp or part-time?
Temp work 101: Is temp work just a part-time job on my own terms? [more inside]
Can anyone help me with my Kant-induced headache?
Can anyone help me translate some Kant into English? I don't want to produce an English translation like the kind available on the net, rather a more literal translation, i.e. one that sticks closely to the text. [more inside]
Where can I find Virtual Reality hardware?
Where can I find Virtual Reality goggles or something similar? [more inside]
help me put Fiction in sequence Pulp correct
Prompted by the 'reversed' Memento, I want to re-cut my Pulp Fiction DVD so that the events play out in sequence. What tools should I be looking into? [more inside]
How do you watch George W. Bush without going blind?
Does NTSC look as bad on actual NTSC televisions as it looks on my PAL television? [more inside]
January 28
Seeking original Microsoft Natural Keyboard (the first ever)
Where can I find an original Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard? [more inside]
Am I saving a ton of cash by using Starbucks' power?
How much money am I costing, say, Starbucks if I charge my laptop there every day? [more inside]
Beat Detective wanted
Are there any free realtime osx beat detection plugins or applications? [more inside]
Looking for (Fictional) Surveillance Film
I'm looking for a short film I watched online of an (fictional) surveillance of an apartment, with the camera pointed for the entire length of the film at a black and white monitor in the van and the four remote feeds displaying on it. [more inside]
How to best sell old collectables?
What do I do with my old collectibles? Meaning: how do I easily turn Beanie Babies and Hess Trucks into some money? [more inside]
How to really, really flush the php buffer?
PHP: How to flush the buffer for really real? [more inside]
Advice before interviewing for small environmental law internship?
LawFilter: I am applying for an internship at a small law practice that focuses on environmental law. What should I do to prep for this beyond the normal job interview routine? Also, how reasonable are the conditions of this internship (details below)? [more inside]
How do I get review units?
How do I get hardware review units to review in my school paper? [more inside]
How do you make your body conform to a standard schedule?
Becoming a regular person after all these years. My boyfriend is for the first time since high school required to be at work 5 days a week from 9-5. How do we prepare? [more inside]
Aquify Safari 3 form elements?
What should I put in a custom browser stylesheet to override and Aquify all web form element styles (buttons, text fields, etc.) in Safari 3.0.4? I'd like to undo custom properties like colors, fonts, and borders, and make all form elements display natively, using Aqua, like Safari used to do in previous versions. I'm essentially looking for the opposite answer to this question, using a custom userContent.css-esque stylesheet. (Thanks for your help.)
when things are this down, there's only one direction they can go: sideways
What are some little things I can do to stay positive and kind to myself while going through some heartache? [more inside]
You can't be President - you took a nude photo 10 years ago! So you're a bad person!
Does doing anything sex-industry-related (from taking a nude photo to actually working as a prostitute or exotic dancer) actually damn you from ever living a successful life in another area? Has anyone ever managed to be known and respected in their field without falling into "OMG SHE POSED NUDE" controversy? [more inside]
Whence the Weirdo's Wall Walker?
MuppetFilter: Can anyone remember the (or any) episode of the Muppet Babies in which young Gonzo freaks out about the Wall Walker, a monster no one has ever seen that lives inside the walls of the closet and terrifies me for my entire childhood?
Where to find affordable housing in Buffalo, NY?
Going to see girlfriend in Amherst/Buffalo, NY over spring break. Bought (non-refundable/changeable) airfare, just found out that she doesn't get to stay in her dorm and has to live in a big room shared with all other students staying on during spring break. We're both students - is there any specific place the hive mind would recommend to get *affordable* off-campus housing (student or otherwise) for a week during spring break? Hopefully something we can book in advance? Need Internet.
Is celery burn normal?
Sometimes celery tastes fresh and watery, and sometimes it has a slightly bitter taste and a lightly spicy/burning aftertaste. Is the light bitterness/burn normal or is this a product of chemicals/pesticides (or something else entirely)?
Skippito
Help me find humorous books for kids that will interest them in learning some spanish, ala. Skippyjon Jones. [more inside]
How am I going to sneak up on people with such noisy shoes?
My shoes are noisy. How can I get them to be quiet? [more inside]
When can I have my foot back?
How long will I be in excruciating pain? [more inside]
How to help a disabled friend lose his V-Card?
My brother has a longtime friend who has a degenerative neurological condition that will ultimately be fatal. This friend is approaching 30 and still a virgin, and he wants to hire someone to help him experience that part of life. He has asked my brother for help (which he will need in order to make this happen) - what should he/can he do without running afoul of the law? [more inside]
Help my curls be less uptight
How can I get looser curls out of my naturally fine, tight corkscrews? [more inside]
How do I get a low/no cost divorce when I live in Mobile, Alabama but my spouse lives in Georgia?
How do I get a low/no cost divorce when I live in Mobile, Alabama but my spouse lives in Georgia? [more inside]
Videos like "The Pretender"?
What music videos depict the band somehow defeating an enemy with the power of their music? The Foo Fighters' recent "The Pretender" video brought the question to mind, but I know it's a frequently used idea. What other videos used this theme? [more inside]
Mystery of the Missing Pasta
I'm trying to find pastina, that tiny star-shaped pasta usually used in soups, somewhere in Orange County, CA. For some reason it seems to have disappeared off the shelves of the local supermarkets. (Albertsons and Ralphs are the two I've checked.) It's my husband's favorite comfort food and he has the flu right now, so I know he could use a little comfort. Any recommendations on stores that might carry it? (I'm in Huntington Beach if that helps.)
I'm Younger Than That Now
Lawyer Alert! -- Say my beloved son is 22 yrs old and living in Montpelier, Vermont. Suppose that Montpelier has more lawyers per capita than any other state capital (which it does, because it is the smallest of them all). What service could this bright, good looking young man offer to all those lawyers in order to support himself while he gets ready to earn his college degree? [more inside]
"To play this disc, put it in an Xbox 360 console."
My Xbox 360 is just over a year old, and out of warranty. Naturally, it starts acting up. Whenever I insert at game disc, I get the message "To play this disc, put it in an Xbox 360 console." [more inside]
Pacific North West serial killer hotspot?
I've heard several times from different sources how the NorthWest of America, and the Seattle area in particular, is a hotspot for serial killers. Is there any truth to this? Or is it just a reflection of the high profile of the Ted Bundy case? And if it is the case (or even if it isn't) has anyone offered any explanations?
Looking for Hotel McRitzy Bits: Where to stay in Portland, OR?
Looking for lodging of the highest order in Portland, OR. [more inside]
iMac not recognizing external HD
Problem accessing WD external hard drive on iMac. Does not mount, attempts to format it in disk utility unsuccessful - input/output error. [more inside]
DIY portfolio printing - Best paper?
Printer paper - I'm printing my portfolio for application to art college. Hoping to DIY so I'm looking for high quality, A3, dual-sided, matte paper for use with a Canon Pixma IX 4000 printer. I think. [more inside]
Good basketball DVDs?
Best Instructional DVD for Basketball? [more inside]
Can you help me find a children's record player from my youth?
I'm looking for a very specific (Fisher Price?) record player from my childhood. [more inside]
Do they like big butts and cannot lie?
Weekend War
I'm interested in finding weekend work in NYC. Can anyone steer me in the direction of a good temp agency that might have some sort of focus in that department?
Does Virulite work?
Has anyone tried Virulite, the anti-cold sore device? Does it work?
What's Berlin's best indie rock venue?
I'm looking for an indie rock/small rock venue in Berlin. [more inside]
Private party venue in Chicago
My wife is turning 30, and I need a nice cocktail party venue in Chicago for 40-50 people. [more inside]
Need suggestions for a Xen-compatible rackmount server.
We need to buy two rackmount servers that will play nice with Xen (and Linux). Budget: approx $10k. Can you suggest a configuration, brand, and/or vendor? [more inside]
Best Global Warming Real Estate?
In the inevitability of global warming (bias disclosed) where should I move to? I'm a 20-something getting close to that home-owner stage, but from some of the stuff I'm reading a lot of great places to live won't be great much longer! [more inside]
I need some backup software fast
I need some backup software that can handle a few conditions, and I need it 3 hours ago.... [more inside]
Is it possible to disable the Windows XP Slideshow Folder View
Is it possible to disable the Windows XP slideshow folder view, or at least set it to not be default? I want to do this without disabling custom folder views; I know I can set all folders to display a certain way (I like tiles), but I'd like to be able to give some folders their own custom view settings (i.e. I like showing my mp3 folder as detail view with custom columns)
Where should we go in Scotland?
Where should we go in Scotland? [more inside]
Gaithersburg MD affordable homes?
Gaithersburg, MD: Are there any areas within an hour drive where a house with a back yard might cost under $150K (or might be reasonable to rent)? [more inside]
How to keep leukemia patient safe?
Leukemia patient -- how sterile should their hospital environment be? [more inside]
How much per gram for 14kt gold necklace?
How much per gram for 14kt gold necklace? [more inside]
Mobile Internet Plans
What's a good *affordable and reliable* mobile phone internet plan for traveling around Southeast Asia? [more inside]
How to write opening emails on online dating sites.
How to send that first email in the world of online dating. [more inside]
What's good on the net for a 3-year-old?
What are some of the best flash games or other internet activities for a 3-year-old?
Not ready to marry
This question isn't a big deal--but I thought I'd put it out there in the spirit of "query of the hivemind." My girlfriend and I just broke it off, and it was with mutual interest that we did so. I moved out after living together for about 5 months, got my own place, and it was hard for her, but less hard for me. [more inside]
Incorporate shipping in product price, or not?
I am soon opening a store selling backyard items, and wonder what would be best to do for shipping charges. Should I incorporate the shipping into the item price, or not? [more inside]
Exercise is a dirty word. Every time I hear it, I wash my mouth out with chocolate.
I want to lose 5 pounds in two weeks. What do I have to do? Is it possible? [more inside]
Arts and Crafts: Map Making
I would like to make or buy a detailed map of my neighborhood in Manhattan. I want it to be poster sized and nice enough looking to hang on the wall. I also want to be able to make notes on it, put push pins in it and post it on my wall. [more inside]
I shall be a man of destiny like my father the King, who does not concern himself with books and study and the queer prattlings of foolish bookworms and scribblers.
Does anyone get over the resentment of having rich, privileged friends? [more inside]
Bye bye moustache
I'm male, I have brown skin (latin) and I'm really considering permanently removing my thick moustache with laser. I don't mind losing the possibility of growing a moustache again. I do mind something going wrong. Are there any risks that I should be aware of?
Help with debt collectors trying to get money for a bill that is not mine.
Debt collectors are calling about a bill from 6-7 years ago. The bill actually belongs to my father whom I have redirected their inquiries. They keep calling and the billing information they gave to me is my fathers old address but for some reason they have my social security number attached to the bill. [more inside]
Advice for working in Japan
I'm moving to Japan to work for a year - what should I do to prepare? [more inside]
What is that?
This symbol appeared very clearly to me near the end of an otherwise uneventful meditation session. This sort of thing has never really happened to me, and it was quite clear, so I'm wondering if it has significance. Maybe I've seen it before; if so, I wonder where. If not, I wonder if it's an archetype. [more inside]
Any recommendations on a *Free* *Serverless* instant messaging client?
Any recommendations on a *Free* *Serverless* instant messaging client?I have a small network that I would like to allow instant messaging among all hosts. The problem is I am hoping to be able to do this without installing a server app.
Any thoughts?
These are all Windows boxes.
I've done a few google searches...but haven't been able to find anything that really fits.
(First question on AskMeFi!)
Thanks,
AltReality
How to get parental consent online
[IRBfilter] I'm trying to set up an online survey for minors where parental consent can be accomplished online instead of via signed permission slips. [more inside]
Managing mangled styles in word.
I need help simplifying the styling of Word Documents that I receive from other people. Are there any specific addons that might help me accomplish these goals? [more inside]
Sysadmin Seeks Officemate, Must Speak Fast Ethernet, Take Orders.
Are there any managed Fast Ethernet switches that are quiet enough to share an office with? [more inside]
Lexus MOT & repair in London?
Where in London to take a Lexus for MOT and service/repairs? Alternatives to Lexus official dealers, or your recommended Lexus dealers, welcomed.
Looking for Chicago fiction writing groups.
Please recommend fiction writing/critique groups in Chicago. [more inside]
tuba tuba oompa oompa
I miss my tuba... Can someone point me in the direction of what I should be looking for in a tuba/baritone? [more inside]
Made to order, but on the cheap
I'm participating in a wedding shortly and am thinking of buying a tuxedo online, then having it locally altered in Toronto. Has any one had experience or tips in doing this? Is it worth my time (and money) to buy online? [more inside]
How do i win something back?
I dropped the ball on this one....year anniversary. Is there anyway to win her back? [more inside]
My touch lamp has the same vibrating static electricity feeling that my massage clients used to have. Why?
My touch lamp has the same vibrating static electricity feeling that my massage clients used to have. Why? [more inside]
Size comparison of Asic Onitsukas and Adidas?
How do sizes of asics onitsuka tigers compare to adidas? [more inside]
Web service best practices
Where can I find more information on web service best practices? [more inside]
Ayudame!
I'm looking for interesting topics that incorporate the fields of Spanish and Linguistics [more inside]
B-r-r-r-r-r!
Why am I freezing all the time? It's not my thyroid. [more inside]
Ritual or abuse?
Help me figure out what happened to this little girl. [more inside]
Printing business cards in NYC
Help me choose a printer in NYC for my business cards. [more inside]
Metafilter, price my sideboard
I (think I) need a furniture appraiser in New York City. [more inside]
I'm trying to find a place that rents out soft boxes/umbrellas for outside rentals in Boston. (Studio Photoshoot)
I'm trying to find a place that rents out soft boxes/umbrellas for outside rentals in Boston. I have a studio in my school that I am using for photo shoots but I do not have a soft box nor an umbrella which I desperately need. I am wondering if there are any places that rent them out for a day or two. Thanks in advance! [more inside]
Deedle deedle deedle de dit deet, deedle deedle deedle deedle deeddle dee dit deet
I am looking for other songs that use the 45 King's "900 number" sample, other than "Let me clear my throat". [more inside]
Help my husband and me find a way to make our living together.
My husband and I have been together for 9 blissful years, and the only blight on our happiness is being apart for 60ish hours a week, due to our office jobs. That's too many hours. Can you help us think of creative solutions? [more inside]
What is the going rate for the Tooth Fairy?
What is the going rate for the Tooth Fairy? [more inside]
Unnaturally hard to find: the author of this quote!
I need a reputable source for this quote (or something similar): "The only unnatural act is the one that cannot be performed." Any ideas? [more inside]
How to ride a fun MTB trail as a tourist?
I'll be visiting SF soon (yay, visiting mefi friends!) and want to go biking on an MTB trail.
I've found a few internet resources on biking around SF but I have a few particular constraints that make me require your help. [more inside]
Where can I find pictures of dead firefighters?
Where can I find pictures of dead firefighters? [more inside]
How can I get a news feed out of my facebook group and into an external website?
How can I get a news feed out of my facebook group and into an external website? [more inside]
If you believe in climate change, is it wrong to drive or fly?
If you believe climate change is real, bad, and man-made: does that mean it's wrong to take a flight or drive a car? Are there any reasonable excuses?
What grade of titanium are Walmart wedding bands?
What grade of titanium are Walmart wedding bands?
I'd like a CP grade ring, since I understand aircraft grades can't be cut off. I've read that they should be stamped "CP", and I'm also wary of a ring coming from China with lead in it or worse?
heated windscreen troubleshooting
Rear heated windscreen on Ford Fiesta (UK) has stopped working. I've checked the fuses; is there anything else I should try before phoning the garage?
No CopyPasta For You, Sir
How is this website disabling copypasta (Copy / Paste - Seems to just be replacing all copied content with a '*') in my browser? Can somebody pull the offending code for me and possibly explain how they are manipulating the whole browser and not just this web page?
How smart is SmartWater?
What to see in Poland and the Czech Republic?
Looking for things to see and places to go in Poland and the Czech Republic. [more inside]
Kitchen rennovation advice
Kitchen Rennovations - Commercial stainless steel benches versus second hand fitted kitchen - please advise. [more inside]
January 27
Cities with software industries like SF bay area but not so expensive?
What US cities have a strong, diverse software industry, multicultural makeup, affordable housing, and walkable neighborhoods? [more inside]
Hire Me!
Tell me some great, effective ways to market my dog training business. For example, how do I promote myself to veterinary clinics who don't know me yet? What will really help me get my name out there? [more inside]
Family of four, moving to Bay Area, making $115K. Is this crazy?
Family of four, moving to Bay Area, making $115K. Is this crazy? [more inside]
Looking for "Web-Based" Database Program
I am looking for a web-based database application that I can run on my own servers. [more inside]
The Game Will Be On the Gumbo Tron!!!
Gumbo. Recipes, tips and tricks, please. [more inside]
How to find a Yakiniku grill for a party
I'm having a 25th birthday party, and need a yakiniku grill for it. Where can I get one?! [more inside]
Will President Obama take my job away?
What would an Obama Presidency mean for the business process outsourcing industry? [more inside]
How good am I? No, seriously.
How do I rate my skills when preparing a resume/job application? [more inside]
Seeking Final Cut Pro access in Chicago
Is there any place in Chicago where a stereotypically starving artist can use Final Cut Pro and/or other video production tools for free or cheap? [more inside]
Another help me find a journal article
JournalArticleFilter: The journal article I need is unavailable from my school's e-journal system for another 4 months. Searching otherwise is fruitless. So I go where all desperate people go. Metafilter, please help me find the PDF for this article, like you have done before.
CharlotteNC to HoldenBeachNC
Driving from Charlotte, NC, to Holden Beach, this July: warnings, advice, cool places to show the kids en route, anecdotal musings all appreciated... [more inside]
Portrayals of friendship and social circles in books, movies, or essays
Can you recommend books, movies, or essays with good portrayals of friendships or people's social circles? [more inside]
Can you help me find this sci-fi book series again?
Please help find the name of series of sci-fi books. It's about a guy who finds some alien artifact on Europa that helps him save Earth from a meteor. [more inside]
Pre Pigskin Party Pastimes Peeks
Interesting, unique and quirky things to do and see in Glendale, AZ in the 3 days leading up to the Superbowl next Sunday... [more inside]
This movie title is racking my brains.
Help me find a movie I only remember a few details about: dude with a car, collecting pieces to a prize, possibly post-apocalyptic. [more inside]
What does it mean to lack a past and future?
What is it called when you can't imagine the past or the future? [more inside]
Three good websites, possibly to do with theatre / the arts in London
I'm working on a job application to work at a theatre and events company in the UK. It asks me for three websites I admire and to give the reasons why. What sites should I put down? [more inside]
Mac lover seeks technical writing software solution.
I am changing careers at the moment and am looking to get into technical writing possibly. Of the software that are industry standards (FrameMaker, RoboHelp) it all seems to run only on windows. I have a pre-intel Mac but would still love to get my feet wet, any suggestions? [more inside]
8 lb dog swallowed magnesium tablet - what to do?
My 8 lb dog just swallowed a 200 mg chelated magnesium tablet (67% as magnesium amino acid chelate, 33% as magnesium oxide.)
Should I rush him to the emergency vet or just wait and see what happens?
Thanks very much.
Need some nerdage.
Help me find some great or good scifi watchables. [more inside]
How can I broadcast video to my parents?
What's a simple way to broadcast video of my new baby to my parents? [more inside]
To drug or not to drug? That is the question...
I want to hear from women who have given birth using narcotics and analgesics via IV as pain relief. [more inside]
Ever coming to a theater near me?
How can you find out if a certain independent film will be coming out in a wide release? [more inside]
Is there a batch file command that closes a dialog box?
For windows batch files, is there a way to automatically close dialog boxes that open as a result of a windows program producing an error? [more inside]
Mystery crown-head must have an interesting story
My friend and I saw this lovely carved-wood head with a crown (picture) at the American Museum of Natural History in the hall of African artifacts. Now we're curious about it and its European-looking crown. Why did people make this? [more inside]
How to deal with salespeople who work on commission?
What is the etiquette of dealing with commission (commissioned?) salespeople? [more inside]
need good fashion sense
How do I pick pants I will like for business? [more inside]
i knew if i waited too long this would happen
I bought these suede moccasin slippers at Target back in November. My local store no longer carries them, and target.com says they are out of stock. Where can I find them (or at least shoes similar to them)? [more inside]
Can I learn German in a structured, online course?
Where can I learn German online through an actual school/university? [more inside]
The mimetic and narrative capacities of artefacts
I am interested in the mimetic and narrative capacities of artefacts, how cultural remnants transmit information through time and how meaning is translated once an artefact is re-appropriated or examined from a new perspective. I have several avenues of study at the moment (a list in extended explanation), but would like some more ideas. Areas of critical theory, linguistics, evolutionary psychology and poetics are all relevant. [more inside]
Thank-You Present for being Present
Help me think of gifts for a small group of very special people. [more inside]
Help me keep my phone number a year from now
Canadian Phone Question: I'll be leaving my city and province for a year, and I'd like to make sure that I have the same phone number when I return as when I left. What are my (cheapest) options? [more inside]
Saxy Miami Dance Song
What was the dance song I heard this week on Miami radio that had a few sax notes in the chorus? [more inside]
Educational card game
Ran across the card game Ekklesia: The Congregating and was wondering if a similar game had ever been professionally produced. [more inside]
Is it good?
How long can chicken be frozen and remain good (as in not dangerous) to eat? Thanks
Neoprene, not neo anymore
What can I do with my old wetsuit? [more inside]
Should I file my tax return before the passing of the stimulus package?
[TaxReturnFilter] Should I file my tax return before this economic stimulus package is passed through Congress? [more inside]
The Sun is in Your Hand
Where can I buy a UV flashlight in downtown San Francisco? [more inside]
Best stage production musicals available on DVD?
Please point me to some of the best-produced stage production musicals available on DVD. [more inside]
Looking for the name of a near-future sci-fi series from mid-90s.
I'm looking or the name, and possibly other information on a five or six part sci-fi series that aired in the mid nineties, I think on the BBC (not sure). It was set in London/UK and dealt with repercussions of various theorised technological advancements. [more inside]
Snow Removal
Can I use my hose (regular water hose) to significantly melt the pile of snow and some ice in my driveway? [more inside]
Stop Gmail from downloading All Mail folder
I've been using Mail.app with OS X Leopard as a front end to my Gmail account. And it works great, for the most part.
Unfortunately it seems to download both my "Inbox" and also the "All Mail" folder from Gmail. This has the effect of increasing the amount of messages in Mail.app significantly, and I want it to stop. [more inside]
Did Ferraro cry?
I was sure I remembered that Geraldine Ferraro cried during the 1984 presidential election, and that the media made the event into a symbol of why women are too weak to hold national office, but now I can't find a headline or news article from that time that mentions her crying. Am I getting this mixed up with Pat Schroeder's famous breakdown when she dropped out?
Jazz-Experts: Please help me find great Jazz music in movies!
So, let's just assume I got an internship for this small radio station and I want to start a segment introducing listeners to great Jazz music in movies - can be both specifically written/performed for the particular movie or a song/track that existed previously and was used prominently in the movie. [more inside]
Photo Sites That Will Do the Mailing?
Is there an online photo service which will mail my custom baby announcements directly to the recipients? [more inside]
... but you're beautiful inside...
I photograph very poorly. [more inside]
Old Console Wireless
What are the best options for wireless original xbox controllers? Ditto for PS2? [more inside]
Bi-amping: How to using cheap t-amps?
Bi-amping two cheap Sonic Impact T-amps — is it worth it? [more inside]
Costa Rica condo
Looking for a condo/villa/hotel room rental in Costa Rica... [more inside]
Do fish wear lipstick?
What are some things that humans do, that no other animal species does? [more inside]
How to meet a nuke
What's the closest it's possible for a civilian to get to a live nuclear weapon?
Reactive Attachment Disorder in Adults - What can be done to help?
Attachment Disorder in Adults - Are there any resources out there? [more inside]
Tracing Offshore Accounts
I need help in trying to find hidden assets of my soon to be ex--he has gone to the Caymans, and I had heard that I may be able to trace fund transfers somehow through Homeland Security? Any suggestions of how to proceed?
cross-platform archive encryption?
Is there any way to encrypt an archive so that everyone (PC and Mac, maybe Linux) can open it without installing additional software? [more inside]
Definition of bonbon
I recently found that a wide range of candies get called bonbons, and now I'm curious about the different meanings for "bonbon", and what times and places they're connected to.
Trying to find a Mate
I'm in the market for some Yerba Mate, either online or in a store. My options in the real world are Bloom, Farm Fresh, and The Fresh Market... but it seems like I might be able to find a better deal online. Is there something like Adagio for tea that has mate (cheap + good, of course) in the loose leaf state?
Shadow of the Torturer
In Shadow of the Torturer, what's with... [more inside]
Should I tell my ex-girlfriend that the reason I broke up with her was because I had feelings for someone else?
I recently broke up with my girlfriend. The reason I ended it was because I realised that I had been gradually developing strong feelings for one of her close friends (and it’s very possible that her friend had feelings for me). My feelings for her friend were not going away and this was causing me a lot of hurt. I felt that the right thing to do was to break up and walk away from the whole situation. Will the truth allow my ex to move on or will it just upset her unnecessarily? [more inside]
What degree to become a therapist?
I want to become a therapist. What kind of degree should I get? [more inside]
Blogging from the future - forcing wordpress to show future dates
How can I get wordpress to show a post as though it had been published in the future? [more inside]
Would-be intestinal bacteria snob seeks counsel
So, thanks to the doctor, I'm on some weapons-grade antibiotics, and it looks like all the friendly symbiotic bacteria in my tract are going to be/may already have been destroyed. I guess this is sort of an opportunity, so I'm wondering, anyone have any recommendations for what to repopulate my intestines with? [more inside]
Musical Time Capsules
What songs evoke an earlier decade in near-perfect detail, in terms of musical style? [more inside]
January 26
Replacement for mikeshardware.co.uk
Anyone know a good replacement for mikeshardware.co.uk WRT his clear, easy-to-reference industry roadmaps?
Get thee from a nunnery!
Any suggestions for places and events I could take part in to help me get out of my rut? [more inside]
Philosophy please!
Please help me find writings about the relationship between men's and women's reproductive rights. [more inside]
Office Stationary Chess
I remember an magazine advertisement from long ago which featured a slick chess set made out of desk drawer miscellany. The pawns were binder clips. I think the rooks were loupes. I've always wanted to see it again. Anyone else remember this and have any other information about it? What was the ad? What were all the pieces?
Dad, may I have your DNA?
Would it be worthwhile to preserve a sample of my parents' DNA, with their permission, in case I ever need it for genetic testing of myself or my family? [more inside]
UK-Canada transhipment
Recommendation for a company that will receive an eBay package in the UK and ship it to me in Canada? [more inside]
funny matriarchs
What are some examples of family sitcoms that don't adhere to the funny dad, nagging mom stereotype? [more inside]
TF2 music
I really like the music used in the game Team Fortress 2 (TF2). I describe it as 60's secret agent music (think early James Bond). Where can I find more music like this? Is there a sub-genre style of music that this belongs to?
If you don't know what TF2 is, check out the trailers.
How to deal with a maddening co-worker?
What if Lucifer was your co-worker? [more inside]
Smallest brain
What is the animal with the smallest number of neurons (but more than one cell)? More specifically, is there a multicellular organism that has about 10-50 neurons, thus making its "brain" significantly smaller than that of the nematode C. elegans?
unlocking the magic box
my work threw out an old g4 imac (the dome with the flat-panel type) and i took it home (with their permission). unfortunately, when i boot it up, the only option it gives me is to sign in under the admin, and i don't know that password. our IT guy wasn't too much help. [more inside]
which comes first?
I just accidentally ate uncooked chicken. Sigh. What happens now? [more inside]
How do we know if food used to be better?
Were produce and meat really better in the old days? How can we be sure? [more inside]
Hey PSP, stand up!
I'm looking for the plastic stand that came with the PSP Giga Pack (link within), and hoping that some nice member of the hive mind knows how to help me get one. [more inside]
Should we fly or drive from Vancouver to Toronto this spring?
Should we fly or drive from Vancouver to Toronto this spring? [more inside]
Why would a computer squeal?
Why would a computer squeal? [more inside]
Pilonidal P.I.T.A?
Recurring pilonidal cyst? [more inside]
Coping with ADD?
I have ADD. What are some specific steps that can help me focus on getting a task done? [more inside]
Podcasts about statistics
I'm taking statistics math this semester, and I'm wondering if there be any geeky statistics math-related podcasts that will help me wrap my head around this tricky subject matter (and maybe even enjoy it). [more inside]
Help me design my torrent management system.
I'm looking for tips, tricks, hacks, scripts, and ideas for managing torrents using Linux. [more inside]
Help sharing itunes iphotos
Help setting up OSX leopard so that my wife can see AND edit all of my iphotos and itunes files?I am the administrator. She shares the same iMac, so this is not a network sharing issue i gather.
I have read about 30 articles by googling, all are either pre-leopard or way beyond the understanding of this new iMac owner...use of terminology foreign to a newbie. Thank you!
LaTeX font hell
Help! I don't know what I did, but I somehow destroyed my Mac's (10.5) ability to render fonts in my LaTex document correctly. [more inside]
Is there an easy ranking system for Movable Type?
I'm using Movable Type and would like to begin rating 800+ things on a scale of 1 to 100. I'm hoping to rate 3 a day.
My question: Is there any easy way (through a plug-in, etc) to have these rankings automatically go in some type of database that someone can sort by ranking, year, genre, or any other field I wish to fill in?
Help me remember this Free Custom Ringtone site!
What is the name of the website that allows you to upload mp3's to its site, converts them to ringtone format, and then text messages them to your phone for free (after a delay) or immediately (for a donation)?
Super Tuesday party ideas?
We're having a Super Tuesday party at our house, and we're looking for funny politically-related finger food ideas (half-moon cookies anyone?) as well as some good party names (like Super Booze-day). [more inside]
How do you choose a sushi knife?
Know anything about sushi knives? I need info and recommendations. [more inside]
Name that chair (please)
Aside from paying an appraiser - which I really don't want to do - is there any way I could find out anything about this chair? [more inside]
How do I contact and arrange a meeting with Ina Garten?
How do I contact and arrange a meeting with Ina Garten? [more inside]
Question about short-lease of a brownstone in NYC
NYC-vacation-rental-filter: we're on the cusp of agreeing to rent a six room brownstone in Williamsburg, but before we do, I need to know what we're getting into from people who have had similar experiences. [more inside]
Travel the Newell Highway
I want to travel to Brisbane from Melbourne via the Newell Highway. I have done thisn drive many times before, but non stop. I have a young family now and would like to break the trip up. [more inside]
Well, I've seen The Big Lebowski anyway...
What movies should any person in their right mind have seen by now? [more inside]
Where is All My Money Going?
What is the best online web 2.0 personal expense tracking sites? [more inside]
My credit report, it makes no sense to me.
Help me understand my credit, please? [more inside]
Clutch Problem #2.
Mechanic Question: Even though I just changed the clutch, it still won't start. The starter runs, the flywheel and some of the transmission is turning (I can hear it loud and clear), but it won't fire; it just spins. [more inside]
Paintin' purty...recommendations for painters in NYC
Recommendations for a good interior painter in NYC? And what do I look for in a painter? [more inside]
I want to download all tomatoes. Can you show me where?
Does there exist a database for plants grown in the US similar to the USDA's nutrition database? If yes, can I download it? [more inside]
What are your best timesavers?
Recent college grad now living in the real world: what are your favorite techniques, tricks, or products to get the everyday things done?` [more inside]
Is WordPerfect a big obstacle when job hunting?
Should I pay for MS Word just to make my job hunt easier? Although I have MS Word at work, at home I only have WordPerfect 12 and I don't want to have something round filed because a recruiter didn't like the format. There appears to be a free trial version of Word. Would I be able to use that for a resume?
Inheriting $25,000...
A family friend recently died and left me and my sister $25,000 each. Now what? [more inside]
How do avoid paying customs twice on a shipment?
How do I avoid paying customs on a package I'm shipping back home? [more inside]
Are polaroid 690's fragile?
Are polaroid 690's fragile? [more inside]
Help an acoustic guitar pop guy tour Scandinavia
My friend is a singer/songwriter who would like to tour Scandinavia. How would he go about doing this? [more inside]
Why do I get sick now after even a few drinks (but not every time)?
Over the last year (I am 36) I have experienced some disturbing effects related to my drinking even a small amount of alcohol (two drinks or so). The odd thing is, I am only adversely effected some of the time... [more inside]
What's wrong with my car and can I fix it myself?
Please help me figure out why my car won't start, and whether I can fix it myself. [more inside]
World Geography Quiz? (?seen on mefi in the last 5 weeks?) - Involves putting flags close to locations
World Geography Quiz? (?seen on mefi in the last 5 weeks?) - Involves putting flags close to locations [more inside]
Can I convert a regular bed into a platform bed?
Can I convert a traditional bed into a platform bed? [more inside]
Sewing 101
Beginner's sewing: Please guide me to the most simple, step by step instructions on how to sew simple garments from simple patterns with a sewing machine.
corey's infamous sunglasses?
what brand / model sunglasses are corey delaney's infamous sunglasses? and where can i find a pair?
see them here
Ever been in an investment partnership?
Tell me about your experience with investment partnerships. (Multiple questions inside.) [more inside]
fan on laptop won't turn off!
Why is the fan on my Toshiba laptop almost continually blowing? The computer doesn't seem particularly hot, and the constant on/off noise is annoying. Anybody know how to fix this?
"How Many Five-Year Olds Could You Take On At Once" is not an option
I'm having a birthday pool party (indoor) with a group of 20 kindergarten-age kids. They'll be in the water most of the time, but they'll be in a charming little holding cell for the first part of the party. Any suggestions for an activity or craft that would work well in this situation? [more inside]
Help identify old building
Portland OR Filter: Suggest a local events magazine for a Portland newbie!
My friend recently moved to Portland, OR to go to grad school. I've sent her some guide books for the area, but I'd also like to give her a subscription to a weekly events-type magazine. I'm in NYC and I get a lot out of reading Time Out: New York -- listings of restaurants to try, shows to see, bands playing, etc. I don't think Time Out prints a Portland version, so I'm looking for suggestions from the masses here. Is there something similar to (or even better than!) Time Out:NY for Portland? Thanks!!
Setting up subdomains for a LAN?
How do I give my computers subdomain names on my local network? For example, mylaptop.mynetwork.com, mydesktop.mynetwork.com, momslaptop.mynetwork.com, kids.mynetwork.com and so on?
Do I have to set up some kind of local DNS or is there an easier way to do it in the router?
I am not concerned at this point about being able to access the subdomains from the WAN although that would be handy later. It's the LAN I'm interested in.
(Obviously I am using Bonjour right now but for I want to use the subdomains too).
I own mynetwork.com and it points to a static IP.
My LAN router is firewalled behind that. It's a WRT54G running DD-WRT.
I have a spare computer I could run DNS on but I'd rather not have to do that.
Everything is Macs running OS X, mostly Leopard.
Where should I eat while doing jury duty in Jamaica, Queens?
Where can I get a good cheap lunch in Jamaica, Queens while I'm on jury duty? [more inside]
This flu tastes terrrible
I am on the trailing edge of a bout of flu, and I have a persistent bitter taste when I drink any fluids. Doesn't seem to be there when I eat things, only drink them. Has anyone else experienced this? When do I get my taste-buds back?
Predecessor/Teacher of Archimedes?
Greek history: one of Archimedes' predecessors? [more inside]
Treatment for a child's ear infection?
My first-grader has pain in his right ear. It was keeping him up last night but the pain went away after a dosage of Tylenol. For the past week he's had a cold but the ear pain began just last night. Does anyone have advice for how to proceed with this thing I suspect is an ear infection? Our clinic is closed until Monday, and that is also the earliest I could get him to his chiropractor (he sees one since he painfully overextended his back on a waterslide last summer--but I hear chiropractors can help with ear infections too).
What's the difference between romantic behaviours and loving ones?
I'm trying to define the difference between a loving, helpful action and a romantic action. How would you define romance, and what would you consider to be romantic? [more inside]
Life at George Washington University for foreign students
Young New Zealand girl seriously wants to go to George Washington University to study a Masters of Forensic Science next year. That's all I know. That's pretty much all she knows .....but she wants to know more. What should she know? [more inside]
Why do some actors use their own names in TV shows?
Why do some actors use their own names in TV shows? [more inside]
Stomach acid and infiltrates in the lungs?
When do you need to start worrying about acid reflux and your lungs? [more inside]
January 25
Are there any Amtrak stations that have trailheads nearby?
How can I use Amtrak to get to a good backpacking spot? [more inside]
Asked for too much at job interview - help!
I just asked for too much at a job interview. Did I screw up? [more inside]
How To Know If A Subletting Offer Is A Scam?
What's the best way to find out who owns an apartment in New York City? A relative of mine has been offered a sublet, but the circumstances seem very shady. [more inside]
My best friend's girl on my other best friend's knee
So I saw a best friend's leg adorned by another best friend's fiance's hand. This is not the first time I have witnessed this, but it is the first I have independent verification. [more inside]
I need help
I now have a week before I start work and I am really, really desperate to quit smoking once and for all. [more inside]
things change, sometimes.
Help me plan a really romantic date... [more inside]
Have iPod. Will travel?
I'd like to start listening to my podcasts in m'car. [more inside]
How can I get Saturn to take this potentially dangerous car off my hands.
Car systems randomly shut down a week and a half after purchasing it. How can I get the dealership to take it back? [more inside]
Gotta Hava Waway out...
I'm in somewhat-central New Jersey on business. I just found out that I will be stranded in a hotel all weekend and would much rather get to Manhattan, Atlantic City, anywhere but here (there is literally nothing here, the nearest Wawa is like a five-minute drive). I know the region in general has great train service, but have a couple of questions about it. [more inside]
Nonintuitive and Seamful
Brand new iMac -- After I set up Parent Controls on a new account, my dashboard disappeared. I can't get it back. I found a long thread on the subject at apple.com, but none of the solutions worked for me. So - here is my question about Time Machine... [more inside]
Chewing gum stuck inside the dryer
How do you get a good amount of chewing gum out of a clothes dryer most efficiently. [more inside]
How to work with a heavy bag?
Newbie--never thrown a punch before--wants to work out with a heavy bag... [more inside]
Oranges make me sweat. You? Know why?
Oranges make me sweat. You? Know why? [more inside]
How can I write better short stories (science fiction)
How can I write better short stories (science fiction) [more inside]
"i" have no iDea
Why does everything start with an "i" ... like "iFrame" or "iPod"? What the hell does the "i" stand for?
Feed Me
I'm living in a motel for another week and am tired of only having carry out food. What kind of yummy food can I make to feed myself? I have a microwave and a small fridge and access to a grocery store but would like to avoid buying too many supplies that I won't need in a week.
Thanks!
Cold kitten at the door
It is freezing outside, and I just took inside a kitten (about a foot long). What do I have suitable for food beside milk that would not harm it? What can I improvise for a litter box? I do not want to go out shopping for cat stuff tonight.
Do I tell my boyfriend I know his ex-wife?
Do I tell my boyfriend I know his ex-wife? Their separation was particularly messy. [more inside]
People are not Pokemon. Stop trying to keep them all.
How can I reign in jealousy? [more inside]
Wrong Impression
Want to be friends, but not be seen as too close at work. How do I tell her? [more inside]
Where can we go bushwalking near Melbourne?
Where can we go bushwalking near Melbourne that is accessible by public transport? [more inside]
Positive, "universal" Yeats poems?
I'm seeking a W.B. Yeats poem that's as "positive" and as "universal" as possible -- specifically, that doesn't talk about death, or aging, or romantic love -- and that isn't spoken by, or addressed to, one individual who's clearly female or male. [more inside]
"Last Man on Earth" Stories
I'm looking for stories involving "last man on earth" type scenarios. [more inside]
Need 80/20 Housing Help
Need help with an 80/20 housing issue gone mad. [more inside]
Tell me where to go.
What are some amazing adventures, anywhere on the planet, that take around 3 months to do? [more inside]
Help my thirsty skin clear up!
Are there any good skin care products for people with very dry skin and breakouts? [more inside]
Fun with banking call centres (not).
Help! What 'eight digit' number regarding my Visa credit card are the Abbey National call centre trying to get from my fiancé? We're in the UK. [more inside]
Help me define a job role or career path based on my interests.
What jobs or careers match my interests? [more inside]
19" LCD (1440x900) + (?) + eMachines T2862 = crisp, clear, monitoring
Please help me fit my new monitor to my crappy old computer. [more inside]
Why should I be generous?
Why should I be generous? [more inside]
Books for beginning woodworking
What are some good beginner's level woodworking books that don't require any/many power tools? [more inside]
Broom of the system
Giant, multi-faceted, possibly-career-making project about to begin. How to reorganize my workspace so I completely kick ass, take names? [more inside]
Quote about pointless struggle against insurmountable injustice
I am looking for a quote that I heard or read recently, something along the lines of "It is pointless to struggle against overwhelming injustice; it is worse not to struggle against it" or "You ask how it is that I can expend effort fighting against an unchangeable, unjust system? I ask how it is that you can live with not doing so." I'm looking for the exact quote, and the book or essay or what-have-you in which it originally appeared that I can read for some context. [more inside]
How many people are involved in building the Shuttle?
About how many people, including contractors and their employees, are involved in building the space shuttle? [more inside]
Any Good User Support Groups for ACT! by Sage Software?
Any Good User Support Groups for ACT! by Sage Software? [more inside]
Bay Area (horse) Riding School?
Looking for SF Bay Area equitation schools (wanna make with the horse-riding). [more inside]
Need to find a bar in DC to rent for a Superbowl / birthday party!
I'm looking for a bar in DC to rent out next Sunday for a combination birthday party / Superbowl party. The U Street / Adams Morgan / Dupont area is my ideal goal, but if you have the perfect location elsewhere in DC, throw it in here. [more inside]
I got the blues, baby
1. Is blue antifreeze special? 2. If the coolant reservoir is half-full, can I keep driving until I can get what I need? [more inside]
How to verify state-issued sales certificate/tax ID?
How do you verify a state seller's permit/resale certificate and/or tax ID for US businesses? [more inside]
Elimination diet? etc.
Help me find someone in the SF Bay Area (esp Berkeley) who can coach me through an elimination diet. Also, know anything about the Clearvite detox program or www.foodintol.com? [more inside]
Let's play master and servant... all day long.
Someone close to me has a D/s lifestyle. Are there readings/websites I can check out to give me a better understanding of these things and help me come to terms with my worries? [more inside]
Chevrolet Tracker Spark Plugs
Changing sparkplugs: I have a 2003 Chevrolet Tracker, with an unusual ignition coil setup, and I want to learn how to remove the coils and access my plugs. (Pictures inside) [more inside]
Constant corruption - and I'm not even talking about the government!
I have a few mysql tables that keep repeatedly getting corrupted - help! [more inside]
What's recommended to consume right after a work-out ?
What should i consume immediately after a work-out ? If i'm not a fan of powdered protein ? [more inside]
Jailbreak the iPhone
I want to jailbreak my iPhone... [more inside]
Where to buy a classic Brake for Moose bumper sticker?
I'm stuck in southern California, but I long to assert my NH roots with a "Brake for Moose: It Could Save Your Life!" bumper sticker. Trouble is, I really really want the classic yellow one, and I can't find it for sale anywhere. Help me save moosey lives!
What tequila should I buy in Mexico?
What tequila should I buy in Mexico? [more inside]
Steve Albini's guitar sounds?
How does Steve Albini get those metallic guitar sounds so badassedly made famous in Big Black, Rapeman, and Shellac? [more inside]
Wireless AND Wired networking issues
Yes I have read all these wireless router problems . I'll try and make it more interesting.... [more inside]
TrueType (.ttf) or OpenType (.otf) font file rename utility for Mac OS X?
Does anyone know of a TrueType (.ttf) or OpenType (.otf) font file rename utility for Mac OS X? [more inside]
I know plantar fasciitis and you, sir are no plantar fasciitis.
The medial side of my ankle hurts during the first two minutes of walking around each morning. The pain quiets down after 2 minutes or so of moving around. I've had plantar fasciitis before; this feels different. [more inside]
Sydney Hostels & Apartment
Sydney questions: Which Sydney hostel should i stay at for international orientation week at University of Sydney? [more inside]
Are there any decent Chicago gyms without yearly contracts?
I'm being a very bad transhumanist by letting my body get so unhealthy over the last few years. I'd like to fix that; having just moved to the Chicago area, I'd like to find a decent gym to start working out in. My fear, however, is that I'll run into the same issue I've encountered before: signing a year contract only to let my attendance taper off (ultimately never visiting at all in the last six months). [more inside]
Tips for a long cross-country drive?
Driving cross-country (FL->WA) in a week and looking for advice [more inside]
Scratch mine, and I'll scratch yours!
HELP!!! My boyfriend and I are bumpy and ithcy everywhere!!! Nothing helps and it's a terrible nuisance. What could this be and any suggestions for remedy? [more inside]
Email Alias Creator: Does Such a Thing Exist?
Are there any free (and non-sketchy) services out there that would allow me to create an e-mail alias that would re-direct to 30 people? [more inside]
Paper waste?
Don't publishers waste a significant amount of money and paper by including blank pages at the begining and end of their books? I have seen as much as six blank pages included at the begining and end of books. Now if the book becomes a hot seller and sells let's say 500,000 copies, that's 2 million blank white pages if it has as little as four blank pages. Don't publishers keep this in mind? Or is the cost of paper insignificant? The environmental factor should be considered as well as the monetary one of "wasting" so much paper.
Podcasts audience sizes
Is there an easy way to find out the average estimated audience size of a specific podcast? [more inside]
Help me get my images back online
I'm looking for software or a service that will spider my blog and return a report of all broken image links. [more inside]
Shock and awe and so many footnotes
EconomicPolicyFilter: I'm reading The Shock Doctrine by Naomi Klein. It's making me angry, but I don't know whether it's making me justifiably angry. Is she right? Or is she terribly biased and distorting the facts? [more inside]
Atlanta dinner meeting locations?
My professional association wants to hold a dinner meeting at a restaurant or hotel near the Perimeter Mall area in Atlanta, Georgia.
Does anyone have a suggestion of a good location that won't cost us an arm and a leg?
What colleges offer a doctorate in comparative myth?
What schools other than Pacifica offer a Ph.D. program in comparative mythology? My Google-fu has failed me. I understand that certain institutions offer interdisciplinary studies that can be bent in the direction of mythology, as can certain programs in English. But I can't seem to find any that offer the richness of mythological courses found at Pacifica. Surely that isn't the only university out there!
Yes, I'm taking the plunge
I'll be building a computer in a few months, and I have a few questions about aesthetics, case mods, and power supplies. [more inside]
How much can an 11-year old handle?
My niece's mom is an alcohol/drug addict. My niece has consistent contact with her mom over the phone. Did I do the right thing in letting her know about her mom's problem? If not, can I mitigate the damage I've done? [more inside]
War. What is it good for?
Is it finally OK to buy a Blu-Ray player? [more inside]
Road trip along the South Carolina coast
We're taking a road trip soon from Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, North Carolina to Savannah, Georgia. What do recommend seeing along the way? Favorite food stops? Non-touristy interesting spots? Think boiled peanuts, not golf courses. [more inside]
Your job, our business
Has anyone ever been fired for choosing Microsoft? [more inside]
Trust for minor in event of parent's death.
Is there a site where I can see actual trust language regarding a trust that would be created to hold an inheritance for a minor child until age 25.
I have been to an attorney....they ask me what I want. I won't know what I want until I see it. There are many details that need to be covered like where the money is invested and how requests for money from the kid's custodian are handled.
Is going to a tanning salon a good idea before a tropical vacation?
Is going to a tanning salon a good idea before a tropical vacation? [more inside]
How to run a query in Excel 2007?
How do I group values by a variable in Excel 2007? Essentially, I want to run a query. [more inside]
Help me not be allergic to my pants!
Suddenly I'm allergic to polyester. But.... a lot of pants and skirts and dresses out there have at least 5% polyester in them. What do I do? [more inside]
Tripped up by tipping.
We're coming near the end of a major kitchen remodel and we'd like to show our appreciation to the foreman/carpenter by "tipping" him at the end of the job. How much? [more inside]
How can I convert book, movie and video game titles into their ASIN?
Are there any web sites or programs that can convert a list of titles from books, movies and video games into their respective ASIN numbers from Amazon? [more inside]
How do I only run a task on one startup a day?
I need to schedule a task to run only on the first startup of each day. [more inside]
Blowing my mind in Japan
How many ways can I blow my sheltered American mind while visiting Japan? [more inside]
[fun filter] help us make the most of our "night out" in NYC!
If you had a night in Manhattan with your sweetheart, what would you do? Where would you go? [more inside]
What suicide methods are common in different cities?
Is there a way to find out what suicide methods are common by city? [more inside]
The mystery of the open garage door
Why did I find my garage door open this morning? I haven't opened it with the garage door opener entry pad for several days, and I know it was closed completely the last time I used it. [more inside]
I don't want to be Danny the Downer
I have a tendency to focus on the negative, and to be really hard on myself. And in describing my life to people (namely, women) I tend to be overly self critical. I don't think this is working for me. [more inside]
We were old....and now we're even older
My 4 friends and I had been planning a combination 30th birthday party to be announced as our "sesquicentennial" (that is...five thirty year olds = 150 years). Now, we seem to have added a sixth honoree to the party (six thirty year olds = 180 years).
So....now what do we call it? My best guess so far is after the cut. [more inside]
Where to advertise a media job in North America and Aus/NZ?
I've recently been appointed editor of a UK-based computer/tech magazine and website, and need to hire someone to bring the team up to full strength. In the UK, the majority of media jobs are advertised in the Guardian's Media section on Mondays, and on its companion website. However, I'd like to advertise in in other English-speaking countries but don't know where to place the ad. [more inside]
Help me sell the family jewels.
(Posted for a friend:) Appraising and selling jewelry in NYC . . . [more inside]
Books on being the best trainer ever (it's that easy, right?)
Know of any books that can improve my training style? [more inside]
Wanted: a stats Gini-us
It ought to be possible (though I know it's going to be inaccurate) to estimate the number of people earning above a certain level using a given country's GDP and Gini Coefficient. Can you help me work through the details? [more inside]
What are 1s and 0s?
What are the 1s and 0s of computers? I.e., in what sense is it true (and in what sense is it false) to say that there are 1s and 0s in computers? [more inside]
Good mayo. Stat!
Please give me your tried-and-tested recipies for egg-free mayonnaise. I'm holding a dinner party tomorrow and have run into a problem. [more inside]
New girl in town
I'm moving to Venice/Santa Monica and want to meet good, intelligent, normal people in my age group. How? [more inside]
How can a skinny guy find a slim-cut suit?
How can I find a small, very slim-cut suit, either online or in Nova Scotia? [more inside]
Why would someone pay $500. or more for an unmodified iPhone when they can get the same thing from Apple for $399.?
Why would someone pay $500. or more for an unmodified iPhone when they can get the same thing from Apple for $399.? [more inside]
January 24
*crash* Fortunately, we all had insurance. Which one of the three companies gets the claim?
Out of state rental car driver who paid for the Loss Damage Waiver backed in to us. We have his insurance information and claim number, and also reported the incident to our insurance company, which offered to cover damages to the car. We think we'd like to have repairs covered under the rental company's LDW. Do we have the right to choose who should foot the bill? And is this a good choice? [more inside]
Where to stay while attending SXSW?
I'm planning on going to SXSW this year. I'll probably stay for at least a few days, maybe a week.
Where should I stay? How expensive are accommodations? How far in advance must I make reservations? Are there any popular alternatives to staying in a hotel?
p.s. I don't drive.
We don't let fuckups be bridesmaids in this wedding.
How to deal with not asking a close friend to be in your wedding because you don't think she's responsible enough? [more inside]
It's been five years. Why do I keep thinking about this girl?
It's been five years. Why do I keep thinking about this girl? [more inside]
Who do I see for a butt rash?
Never-ending, super itchy, flaky butt rash. What kind of doctor do I see? [more inside]
Lonely at the table
How do I get my husband to the dinner table? [more inside]
How do I cope with being in love with an older man?
I am very much falling for a (much) older man. How do I handle this? [more inside]
Why is the smoky eye popular?
I just want to save my web site locally
I'm willing to pay for a really good tool to save a copy of a web site locally, downloading through HTTP. HTTrack isn't quite cutting it, and I need CSS background images. [more inside]
No luck on the dating scene.
Where does my friend meet a decent guy between the age of 47-55? She has tried the on-line dating service costing $100 to no avail.
SFO layover & dinner
Friend with three-hour layover in SF -- help me with dinner logistics. [more inside]
Small mac app idea wanted
Are there any small Mac applications that you wish existed but doesn't? [more inside]
iTunes/internet radio help needed
Is it Possible to stream internet audio to my airport express? [more inside]
What are some good uses for spare smaller capacity SD and CF cards?
What are some good uses for spare smaller capacity SD and CF cards? [more inside]
Is there a name for this film technique?
Is there a formal name for a part of a movie that shows the same scene 3 or 4 times, sometimes from different angles or in slow motion (or both)? [more inside]
Organising a play space.
What options are there for tidying up a child's play area and creating a 'play space' within limited area? [more inside]
How do I set up a shared blog that my parents can post to via email?
How do I set up a shared blog that my parents can post to via email? (caveats follow) [more inside]
Where can I buy Moravian spice cookies in Boston?
No Sleep Till Pismo
[Romantic-Mini-Vacation-Filter]: We're off to the Central Californian Coast in a few weeks. What insanely romantic activities can you suggest? [more inside]
Waking up too hot but not sweaty
What do I call this symptom- waking up too hot? [more inside]
Need cell phone advice for a trip to russia.
Need cell phone advice for a trip to russia. [more inside]
Best way to store arbitrary form data?
What are best practices for storing arbitrary form data? More inside... [more inside]
Help me hack in to my Font folder!
Can I install (and use) a TrueType font on my computer at work without having access to the C:/WINDOWS/Fonts folder? [more inside]
Recommended German-language singers similar to French language singers
Which German language singers would you recommend for those of us like French singers such as Carla Bruni and Madeleine Peyroux. I tried Ute Lemper but she seemed a tad on the heavy and intense side. Definitely looking for that cool, jazzy feel.
Most Pics Uploaded?
Which Flickr user has uploaded the most photos?
Yakuza vs. Triad
Love the two main actors but War just did not do anything for me. Are there any other Yakuza vs. Triad movies out there that are worth watching?
CarFilter: overdrive?
John O'Connor, install my Oscillation Overthruster! Or not? [more inside]
ComputerFilter: Where did my option to hibernate go?
My computer used to have the ability to hibernate and sleep... now it is as if those options never existed. What happened and how do I fix it? [more inside]
Help me stop using plastic bags
I'd like to stop using plastic grocery bags, but I use them as liners in all of my garbage cans (including the kitchen, where stuff thrown in tends to be moist food detritus). Any ideas on what to use as garbage liners in lieu of the plastic bags?
Firefox Reloading on the Fritz
Why won't Firefox reload web pages after I receive a "server not found" message? [more inside]
What's the name of this sci-fi novel?
SciFi BookTitleFilter: Looking for the title of a juvenile sci-fi novel I once read, involving parallel dimensional travel. [more inside]
What do our cat's paws suddenly look dirty?
Our orange tabby's fur looks a little dark and dirty in a few spots around his paws and claws, but he keeps himself clean and no the dirt doesn't show or come off when we wipe him with a wet paper towel. What gives? [more inside]
Fondness of O.P.P.
Can you help me find funny graphs/charts to show in my university level statistics class? They don't have to be technically correct, I just want something to put onscreen while the students are coming into class. Stuff like this is ok, but SFW is preferable.
Multi line Text-to-column - A CHALLENGE FOR YOU!
How to "text to column" a cell with multiple lines in Excel? [more inside]
Gino's Beautiful Timepiece
Where can I purchase a Gino Valle Cifra clock? [more inside]
Pinup Girl Bachelorette Party?
I'm planning a lingerie shower/bachelorette party with a pinup girl theme (e.g., Gil Elvgren, Art Frahm, etc.) Any ideas about how to work the theme into the evening? [more inside]
Can you help me decide between (used) PDA's, Smartphones, Pocket PCs and the year 2008?
Can you help me decide between PDA's, Smartphones, Pocket PCs and the year 2008? I am looking most specifically for info on the Sony Clie PEG NX70V ... IPAQ 4350 ... and IPAQ 2215. But advice on any of this would be immensely helpful! I did search AskMeFi, but found only info for new equipment or old posts. I'm talking used equipment instead, older but able to keep up with current software stuff. (More inside) [more inside]
Best Windows TIFF combiner?
What is the best Windows TIFF combiner? [more inside]
How much time does being a CASA involve?
How much time does being a CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate for children) really involve? This relates to Seattle/King County. [more inside]
Can a 1.1.1 iPhone be software-unlocked?
Can my iPhone, which was jailbroken and AnySim-unlocked with firmware 1.0.2, be made to function, jailbroken and unlocked, with any later version of the firmware? [more inside]
I need to find my Adult Historical Graphic Novel Biography thing
When I was a kid (about 9-10 years ago), I came across what I can only describe as an Adult Historical Biographical Graphic Novel. I read it that one day and never found it again. More info in Explanation. [more inside]
Intro to Jung
What text(s) should I read for a substantial (but not daunting) introduction to Jung? [more inside]
Purple is a fruit
My sister has been a vegetarian for several years. She's contemplating eating meat again. Is there a safe way to do this that won't destroy her stomach?
how to I make salmon behave properly?
How do I make salmon "cakes"? [more inside]
How do I remind my professor to write that letter of recommendation?
Now that I've asked for all of my letters of recommendation for graduate school, how do I politely remind one of my professors that he had agreed to write a letter for me? [more inside]
40 hours a week is a lot of your life.
Statistics-n-facts Filter: I have a whole bunch of queries regarding a variety topics. So far my search for answers has been fruitless, and so I was wondering if A) you happen to know the answers to the included questions and/or B) can refer me to a website that might be able to help? [more inside]
help me play my xbox on my desktop monitor
i am trying to take the RCA output from my original xbox, plug it into the RCA input of my Vista HP 'media center' desktop, and play xbox, watching on my new desktop monitor and listening through the audio out of the computers sound card. [more inside]
What to buy my valentine while she's far away?
I need some long-distance-specific suggestions for a Valentine's day gift. I'm in San Francisco; she's in Australia. [more inside]
Tax Withholding For Novices
We're looking for a good online tax withholding calculator. Our 2008 income will be much higher than 2007, and we've only filed jointly once before (newlyweds). [more inside]
Is the YMCA for me?
Please help me determine if the YMCA is the right fit for me. [more inside]
Can I equip my lab with consumer refrigerators?
Buying refrigerators for the lab: is there a good reason not to go with consumer models? [more inside]
Management Staff, Manage Themselves
Help me manage other peoples projects.... [more inside]
Hey, "c000021a" to you too, buddy.
PC laptop diagnostics and repair in L.A.: Recommendations, please. [more inside]
my limited gardening options, let me show you them
Where should I put my garden? [more inside]
PDA that syncs with Outlook 2007?
Help me find a PDA that syncs with Office 2007. [more inside]
To lease or not to lease ...
Two year lease (new, used or swap) vs. buying a used car with the definite intention of getting rid of it after two years? [more inside]
child abuse and the statute of limitations
Questions about child abuse and the statute of limitations (unpleasant details inside) [more inside]
How to overcome fear of driving
How do you get over being paranoid about driving? [more inside]
Cheapest digital camera with remote shutter?
I'm looking for the cheapest digital camera with remote shutter capability. Lets say under $400 (preferably much less). NOT wireless remote shutter, just a wire with a button. No other specs matter, I don't care about any other features.
Extra points if the camera uses SD memory. [more inside]
What electrical event killed my wife's laptop and printer?
What electrical event killed my wife's laptop and printer? We connected the printer to the laptop and...fireworks! [more inside]
Nonphotographic memory
From my vague description, can you tell me what this form of photography is called? [more inside]
Social Action Artwork
I need ideas for a visual representation of a human rights issue. [more inside]
Genre flick factory!
Has anyone ever attempted to estimate the total number of films made in Hollywood that we today consider film noir? What about other long-lived genres of the high era of the silver screen? [more inside]
US tax rebate for nonresident alien?
Am I, a nonresident alien who is a "US resident for tax purposes", going to get the $600 US tax rebate check in 2008? [more inside]
Doctor Inventor
Doctor-friend wants to join a company that invents/designs medical devices in or around NYC. Does anyone know of any such boutique companies in the area that hire doctors? [more inside]
How do you set up pub key auth for Dreamweaver's sftp client on a windows box?
How do you set up pub key auth for Dreamweaver's sftp client on a windows box? [more inside]
MS Excel terror
MS Excel terror. Data saved but it is still gone. Where - if anywhere? [more inside]
Why change the company name?
What are the advantages of a start-up company changing it's name? [more inside]
"I fart in your general direction." Please help us stop! The guy in my pilates class thanks you!
Ladies and Pilates - question about unintended sounds during class. I know it's normal but is there any way to clamp down to quiet down once in a while? This doesn't seem to happen as much during yoga, and it doesn't matter if I've had sex recently or not. [more inside]
Help me decide what to charge.
Freelance filter: How much do I charge? I've not done this type of work freelance style before. [more inside]
Will sit exam for food...
Which jobs/careers require an examination as the starting point of employment? I'm not looking for careers that require some sort of professional accreditation like passage of a bar exam or certification. I'm thinking more along the lines of the old (in the US) civil service exam. I know all about the foreign service exam and am curious what else is out there.
VC Firm Interviews
Do you work in venture capital, or have you applied for a job at a VC firm? What was the interview process like?
How can I prevent Google from tracking my visits to web sites?
How can I prevent Google from tracking my visits to web sites that use their services (Google Analytics, AdWords, etc.)? [more inside]
Photo Directory in Excel
I'd like to create what amounts to a photo directory in Excel, and be able to sort by last name. Is this possible? If so, how? [more inside]
Somebody's Going Japanese
I remember finding a link off AskMe for a young guy who taught himself Japanese through immersion at home, got a job in Japan, tried the same thing with Chinese? Does anyone remember this? Have a link?
How can I streamline editorial production?
How should I improve the our small publication’s production schedule/process? [more inside]
This would be a perfect job for an intern. If I had one.
MS Excel filter: I'm editing a huge spreadsheet and Excel doesn't like my zip codes. How can I quickly fix this? more after jump... [more inside]
Well t'aint a pardon, and t'aint attainder...
Two to three questions involving the pending FISA bill--specifically the immunity provisions. [more inside]
Help me replace my S3IS with something a little beefier
It's time to upgrade my Canon Powershot s3is. I have a specific budget and feature set, and I am looking for some opinions as to where I should go from here. [more inside]
Skull bashing for sport
What percentage of baseball bats sold are bought by people intending to use them primarily as a weapon or threatening object, vs. how many sold primarily for playing baseball? [more inside]
Multi blogg solution or platform?
We're a small daily paper out in the west. The boss wants us to host blogs, i.e. something where any user can come to our website and sign up for a blog, hosted by us.
However, as the only mildly technical person in the office, it would fall to me to run and administer and frankly I'm not sure if that's possible, given the other duties, like laying out the paper and building ads.
But I'd be remiss if I didn't investigate the possibilities, so can anyone recommend a multiblog platform (where anyone can sign up to get a blog) that's fairly easy to administer? I've looked at WordpressMU, but it looks like a headache to maintain.
iBook randomly goes gray
iBook randomly goes gray... [more inside]
old sad Christmas movie
Oldmoviefilter: Movie about 50 years old. Mother with four or five kids. Mother poor and dying. [more inside]
What's the best portable and self-contained PIM (Personal Information Manager) I can run on my USB stick / thumb drive?
I need to find a way to keep all of my various bits of information handy in one application on my USB drive - things like notes, to-do lists, addresses and project information - and would be very grateful for any recommendations or help you can give me :) !
I'm happy to pay for the right software so paid or free options would both be great.
What I'm looking for is something that is...
- Self contained: must run on, or from, the USB stick and not* require a webserver or apache to work (browser-based apps are fine if they meet this criteria)
- Easy to use
- Secure (a login would be ideal)
- Searchable
- Has checklists for my to-do items
- Has the ability to write freeform text for project info / notes
Do you know of a portable PIM or similar application that would fit the bill? A huge thank you in advance for taking the time to help me out :)!
* Web servers, wiki's and Wordpress (so many w's!) are out of the question sadly since my work computer is in serious IT lockdown and I can't even change the apache port.
In seek of IT Asset Managemtn Solution
I need help finding a good, easy to use IT asset/inventory tracking software for my company. [more inside]
If I were really hitting on guys via Craigslist, at least I'd have better grammar
Can I do anything about a spammer using my e-mail address to answer ads on Craigslist? [more inside]
No more sweet music.
Say I wanted to fill the genre tags of my whole mp3 library automatically.
Say I trusted the last.fm community enough to use the three most used tags for a certain song/album listed there (for example: New Order's Ceremony would get "80s" "new wave" and "post-punk").
Say I wanted to do this automatically.
Say I had a Mac.
How would I go about this? [more inside]
Dust traps
Is there a SINGLE word in English preferably or in any other language for drinks or foodstuff that lay forgotten in the back of the cupboard / pantry not being used and just gathering dust?
From pill-free to migraine-free
How long does it take to detox from pain meds, specifically those taken for migraines? [more inside]
Apache: Subdomain Management
Quick Apachefilter Question:
I have complete control over my setup. What is the best way to setup Apache to serve files from /home/domain.com/subdomains/of/level/arbitrary/an/ when an.arbitrary.level.of.subdomains.domain.com is requested? I cannot figure this simple one out for the life of me! [more inside]
Guitar repertoire recommendations
Please suggest songs of increasing difficulty I should master on acoustic guitar for entertainment, edification or attention seeking purposes. [more inside]
Help me make a tall cheesecake.
Where can I find a 5- to 6-inch deep springform pan? [more inside]
Can you spray paint a storage tub?
Is it possible to (successfully) spray-paint a rubbermaid storage tub that would sit outside and be exposed to the weather? Alternative suggestions for sprucing up a plastic storage tub welcome! [more inside]
January 23
Help me find a bandwidth monitor.
I'm looking for a freeware Windows bandwidth monitor that can be minimized to an icon sitting in the taskbar that displays a graph (think Process Explorer-style) of the up/down bandwidth. [more inside]
Awake enough to like the song, too sleepy to remember the words.
Help me figure out the name of a song I just heard on NPR... [more inside]
How do I figure things out?
I need some advice/encouragement/something. Am I really burning out at age 21?
Big, melodramatic details follow. [more inside]
Entering the field of sleep/dream research
My friend is interested in a career in sleep/dream research, but isn't sure where to start. [more inside]
Office 2007: Why is the interface distorted?
Office 2007 (Professional Plus) filter: Why are the Ribbon and other program icons/interface disproportionately stretched? [more inside]
How to record phonecalls.
How can I record phonecalls taking place on my cell phone? [more inside]
Rules of High Jump.
Did the rules governing the high jump change because of what gymnasts were able to do? [more inside]
crazy people go to prison?
can a paranoid schizophrenic be put in prison for having an attack in a bank and tearing up the place? No one was injured, but I did destroy many tables, chairs and television sets before I was detained. I was having both auditory and visual hallucinations.
Where can we learn to make cheese near Chicago?
Where should we go for a long weekend within a few hours of Chicago to learn the art of cheesemaking?
Should I refinance my auto loan
Is it worth refinancing my auto loan since the Fed made a cut? My current interest rate is 3.90%, can I do better than that, and if so, where?
Installing perl in a user folder
Does anyone have any experience with or tips on installing Perl without root privileges? [more inside]
A word for the emotion you don't feel?
Is there a word for: expecting to feel grief or ache of conscience and then not feeling it? [more inside]
crate?
my room mate just got a dog and wants to pick up a crate. She has a few questions .... [more inside]
flash picture viewer
I need to make a presentation of some photos. I use a MacBook pro. I need some sort of Flash picture viewer, something slicker than iPhoto. It doesnt have to be for online, just something i can show people on the laptop. I have tried downloading Simple Viewer, and for the life of me can't get it to work. Is there something easier, with just a drag and drop your jpegs into a box style thing?
Help me put wireless in my xubuntu
How do I get my linksys wireless USB stick (model: wusb54gc) working with linux (xubuntu)? [more inside]
Help me find baroque-rock music!
I enjoy the old Japanese goth band Malice Mizer, mostly the stuff from later in their career. I can take or leave their fancy outfits, but I like the musical style - this is a prime example: ( youtube video ) What other bands play music that is similarly 'cathedral rock'?
Help me look good in a newspaper photo.
Help me look good in a photo accompanying a news story. [more inside]
medical history
is there any way to know for sure if i was pregnant/miscarried several years ago? [more inside]
Why is my skin 41 going on 14?
Why am I, in my 40's, suddenly breaking out like a teenager? [more inside]
Can you help me find some Warmbats?
Does anyone know where I can find a pair of Warmbat Gecko Grip Tall boots in New York City. Further explanation inside... [more inside]
Chemistry Peeps: Help my distillation please.
I'm doing research in prep for some small batch distillation of corn liquor/moonshine. (For educational purposes only.) Very specific question inside. [more inside]
How to give others access to a folder on my computer?
What's the easiest way for me to host files for friends to download directly off my computer? I'm running Ubuntu 7.10. [more inside]
Easiest pet fish?
I want to get a small aquarium. What are the types of fish that are the cheapest and easiest -- read: low maintenance -- to take care of in terms of feeding, changing the water, etc, but at the same time, are pretty to look at? Any additional advice on tanks/filters is welcome too.
Adoption by 2011, will I be ready in time?
I would like to begin the three year long process to adopt a child internationally. I am located in the state of Illinois. What kind of requirements will I need to fulfill through the homestudy? [more inside]
Touch into iPhone via Crackberry
How can I use the data connection for my Blackberry Curve on my iPod Touch? [more inside]
Is your name Michael Diamond?
How do I get creditors to stop calling me by mistake? [more inside]
Christmas come late
What laptop should I buy for $2K? What should it come with? [more inside]
Can I have my favorite sneakers repaired? How?
Should I/how do I repair my favorite Puma sneakers? They're black leather with black suede on the toes, sort of like cap toes, but right where the suede meets the rubber sole they've gotten quite worn. I guess I must scrape them on the sidewalk often, right in that spot. Otherwise they're in good shape, the only decent commuter shoes I have. I could afford it, but I hate to buy a new pair already, it seems like such a waste of resources to just keep buying new shoes. Is there a way I could get them fixed instead? (And if you know a place in the DC area, that'd help too!)
What should I roll over my pension plan into?
What should I do with the $5k I have sitting in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas pension plan now that I'm starting a new job with no retirement plan to roll it over into? [more inside]
SQL/DBMS ninjas please help! How can I replicate my current abilities at a new company from scratch?
Some colleagues and I will soon be leaving our current employer and starting a new company. How can I best replicate our current relational database/SQL abilities from scratch? [more inside]
Identify this blotchy skin.
Blotchy skin. Is this familiar to anyone? [more inside]
You suggest this book/piece of software/item to everyone in your field, so suggest it here.
What are the websites, software, books, desks, tools and errata you find the most useful and efficient for your work, and why are they so much better than the competition? Brownie points if they're good for students, and are free--but hey, list them all. [more inside]
Utah travel question
Where should we stay if we want to hit as many as possible national parks in Utah? [more inside]
health effects of low frequency sound
What are some reputable resources on the deleterious health effects of low frequency sound / vibration? [more inside]
Swim pool railing
Please link me to a picture of a hip and cool swimming pool railing.
...other than Auld Lang Syne...
I'm looking for those songs that, when they come on, everyone in the room starts singing along to...for inspiration, think the Tiny Dancer scene in "Almost Famous"...
SNL 1978
Where can I find an online video or audio clip of Steve Martin's monologue where he talks about "You can be a millionaire!"
I'm no astronaut.
How can I give my girlfriend an engagement ring with a stone made of moon rock? [more inside]
How do you change a school?
Can you turn a bad school into a good school? [more inside]
Cool fat girl clothes in Capetown?
Can you recommend a plus-size clothing store in Capetown? [more inside]
Necessity of ® and ™ symbols?
Is it necessary to include ® or ™ symbols on every instance of a logo or brand name? [more inside]
"Ratatouille" signage - English or French?
When I saw Ratatouille in theatres, I'm fairly certain that all the printed text in the film was in English. But watching my (Canadian, FWIW) DVD the other night everything was now in French. Is my mind playing tricks, or did Pixar alter the movie while I wasn't looking?
Sprint smartphone with WiFi, Skype?
GadgetFilter: Searching for a smartphone that does WiFi and can run Skype Mobile, preferably for Sprint. Anybody tried this? [more inside]
Fever at night, but morning's alright
When I'm battling an infection/virus for a few days, my body temperature climbs as the sun goes down. My village elders tell me this is normal. Why do fevers get worse after sundown, but subside in the morning?
ArchiCAD 9 on OS X 10.5?
Has anyone extensively used ArchiCAD 9 on Mac OS X 10.5? I'd like to upgrade to Leopard from Panther if I can be sure it will work fine, and I'd rather not have to upgrade to ArchiCAD 11.
How do you avoid staring at cleavage?
How do you avoid looking down cleavage? [more inside]
Welcome to our website. Our hours of operation are 2:00pm to 2:05pm.
In the movie Paprika by Satoshi Kon one of the tropes was a website that would show specific content at a specific time. While I'm sure this is possible, is it easily implementable? Better yet, is there an downloadable script or somesuch that I can use on my website? Can a page be time-locked?
To question is human; to declare, divine
"How do we get to Jupiter? And do it cheaply..." [more inside]
Looking for a wonderful short break near Bath, UK..
Can anyone help me find a wonderful short break near Bath, UK? [more inside]
Online sharable address book?
I'm looking for an online, free address book that my partner and I can share -- so we should both/each be able to log in to access it, rather than it being linked to just one person's email address. Bonus if it provides a good way to handle address-book entries for, say, a married couple (i.e., two people in one entry), and bonus if the user can choose/configure which fields any given entry contains. Must be usable on a Mac, preferably w/ Safari.
Karting for old folks
Getting started in go-kart racing at an old (for the sport) age. Where to start? [more inside]
Novice Travel Photography Crash Course
Novice Travel photography. I'm just learning how to use my fancy new SLR that wife purchased for, among other things, our big three week trip to Italy coming up soon. I've been before; wife has not. So having seen the things we are going to see, I want to make memorable pictures to have while she soaks things in. SO the questions is: what skills, techniques or tricks should I learn and practice with and what traveling issues should I be aware of with my camera and camera bag? (Italy advice also welcome.) [more inside]
state ID without proof of address?
Is it true that when I get a NY state non-driver ID card, they won't ask me to prove my street address? According to the DMV's list, my passport plus my social security card are enough to get me a state ID. Neither of those two things shows a street address (and I have no proof of my address, and I've never had a driver's license or non-driver ID). Does this mean I could just write my address (or for that matter, any NY state address!) on the form at the DMV?
I need corduroy!
Where can I find wide-wale corduroy pants to fit leggy thin me? [more inside]
Building a URL with a Form via JavaScript?
Anyone have a JavaScript trick to create a web form that builds a URL to send users to a pre-populated search? [more inside]
Emo movies?
Suggestions for movies, TV, or visual media that feels like a Dashboard Confessional song sounds? [more inside]
Quicktime to high-res WMV conversion
I need to transcode QuickTime files for Windows Media Pplayer that works on both XP and Vista. I know macs like the back of my hand, but SQUAT about windows. [more inside]
How to file for unemployment benefits for temporary layoff
How can my husband collect unemployment benefits for temporary layoffs, in Illinois? [more inside]
It's hard out here for a temp.
I’ve been at my current job – as a temp – for over a year. I want and need a more permanent job, but I’m concerned that my temp status might look bad to prospective employers. [more inside]
Home Mechanics
Where can I find a site dedicated to modern or classic home mechanisms... [more inside]
How do I find a star-for-hire in London?
How do I find a list of publicists for stars of the theatrical stage or screen? Basically, I can be a hero if I can find celebrities currently in London, England recognizable to a Canadian audience. We need to hire them for a charming bit on our show... but the ones on our short list have not turned out. Therefore, I am now looking to get in touch with an appropriate publicist who has LOTS of clients and who can make suggestions as to who we should use, and then give them to us. [more inside]
Milblogging the Election
Are there deployed soldiers blogging about the US elections? [more inside]
Gross Anatomy for the Layperson?
I want to learn gross anatomy. Help me find a cadaver. [more inside]
Video about Asian fermented foods
Where to find an on-demand Korean Air video about Asian fermented foods? [more inside]
Help a cheapskate pick a cell phone model and plan.
We've all basically acknowledged that Canadian cell/mobile industry players are wankers and price themselves waaay too high for what we get. So until they get their act together I'm going to be cheap on my next purchase/plan. [more inside]
Flash or HTML running locally with a socket connection?
I want to write a Flash or HTML Telnet client that would run locally in Windows. Is this possible? [more inside]
Looking for a font for two mailing industry Barcodes...
Anyone know where one could find a free-to-use font for POSTNET barcodes and the new Intelligent Mail Barcodes? I can do my own encoding, but my supervisor wants the fonts installed for Microsoft Word. Any help is much appricated. :)
Suppressing last.fm client in other Vista accounts
I share a Vista machine with my wife, and I use the last.fm client in my account. My wife isn't a last.fm user, but the client keeps popping up in her account and prompting her to sign up. How can I suppress this? The last.fm forums, strangely, are no help.
Unique gift for Poppa
Giftfilter: please help me blow my sister's gift out of the water! [more inside]
What GPS unti lets me add contacts from a PC?
Help me find a standalone user friendly GPS unit that can have addresses or contacts loaded from a computer. [more inside]
Good DC-area mechanic?
Anyone have recommendations for a good mechanic in the DC/MD suburbs area? [more inside]
What makes a good classical recording?
What makes a good classical musical recording? [more inside]
URLs with ampersands (&) screwing up my website database calls.
URLs with ampersands (&) screwing up my website database calls. [more inside]
How to choose a real estate agent after interviewing several?
Help me choose between realtors to sell a condo.
We have about six months to sell our condo, and have interviewed three real estate agents. All have experience in the area and a good sales record, all market with detailed listings on the main sites, but have somewhat different approaches. How do I decide? [more inside]
We have about six months to sell our condo, and have interviewed three real estate agents. All have experience in the area and a good sales record, all market with detailed listings on the main sites, but have somewhat different approaches. How do I decide? [more inside]
How strong of a coffee can I make?
CoffeeFilter: Will recycling coffee through my coffee maker create a Super Coffee? [more inside]
In investing, what is a structured note and what is it good for
Can you explain Structured Notes to me? Somebody suggested these as an investment vehicle that minimizes risk while magnifying the potential for gain. That's the kind of talk that makes my BS meter go off, and searching online produces a bunch of investo-speak that's probably clear if your a finance person but seems designed to muddy the waters of understanding for everybody else. Using non technical language, can you tell me what they are, what/who they're good for and what/who they are wrong for?
Since the weekend, everytime I swallow I get an intense pain in my esophagus. What's that about?
Since the weekend, everytime I swallow I get an intense pain in my esophagus. What's that about? [more inside]
Help me get OSX and Debian (under VMWare) playing nicely together for web development
Trying to set up a development environment on my Macbook (running latest Leopard). I have VMware fusion running Debian etch, set up perfectly with the requisite LAMP stack. The problem is, I'd like to have Debian's /var/www/ available to OSX for actual editing. I've tried setting up NFS, but to no avail (though I'm admittedly novice at this sysadmin stuff). [more inside]
Airline Woes: When should airline passengers expect compensation in the form of tickets or otherwise from an airline?
Airline Woes: When should airline passengers expect compensation in the form of tickets or otherwise from an airline? [more inside]
Help me with seasonal powerpoint backgrounds!
I need 4 backgrounds (ideally of the same scene) for powerpoint each depicting one of the four seasons. They are to be the backdrops for a skit where two people meet at a bus stop regularly to chat. AskMe, can you help?
how do you keep fingernails clean?
how do you keep fingernails clean? [more inside]
"Double Vision" is not a good song
Please help me describe (diagnose?) my vision problem for the next ophthalmologist I see... [more inside]
Computer monitor turning off from 11:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Why does my computer monitor "go dark" between 11:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. each day? During that time, I've tried unplugging both the monitor and the computer and turning them back on. I've also tried moving the mouse, hitting keys on my keyboard, and pushing every button on the monitor. Restarting the computer (by unplugging it and plugging it back in) causes the computer to make noises like it's rebooting. But the monitor still stays black, as if it were in power save mode or something. Pushing the monitor's power button doesn't do anything except change the light on the monitor from yellow to green. It'll automatically turn itself back on around 8:00 the next morning. Frankly, I'm out of ideas here. Help? [more inside]
Why does a box fan scare my dog?
Why is my dog freaked out by my box fan? [more inside]
getting tea smell all over the place
What's the best way to get the smell of tea in the room or all over the House? [more inside]
Alternative (to Itunes) music transfer service for the Ipod Classic that doesn't suck?
Alternative (to Itunes) music transfer service for the Ipod Classic that doesn't suck? [more inside]
How do I play DDR without upsetting the neighbors?
I'm in a second floor apartment with touchy neighbors. How do I play DDR more quietly? [more inside]
Recommend a brand worth researching
MeFites, please recommend a specific brand (a product or service, not a company) with easy access to key market information such as market size, market share and competitive scope. [more inside]
Historical revision filter
After watching BBC Horizon last night (a copy of the Prof. Hebb sensory depreivation experiments of the 60’s) a past thought came back to me. I am fascinated by double (and in the case of Agent Zigzag triple) agents – Philby, Burgess, Ames, Gordievsky…the list goes on and on. I recall reading George Blakes book ‘no other choice’ and remember being profoundly struck by the both psychological and physical torture he received for a period of three years during his captivity in Korea [more inside]
Will someone marry my keyboard?
I've just bought a Microsoft Wireless Entertainment Keyboard 7000, which comes with the matching mouse (8000). It works great with my Windows XP computer, as long as the computer is on. Once I switch the computer off and attempt to restart, the Bluetooth connection is lost and the computer won't start, citing the lack of a keyboard as the reason. Only by repeatedly fiddling and resynching can I get the computer started up. Can anyone suggest how I bond these three devices in permanent holy matrimony?
How do I shop for a psychiatrist?
Is it appropriate to shop around for a psychiatrist? [more inside]
Is a job in Education sheltered from the market?
I have just been offered a staff position at a large University of California campus. Given that my current job is with a small (employees<15) consulting company in the technology field, and given the current national (and global) economic situation; is a UC job more likely to be stable in the next 5 years when compared to one in a small tech company? Also, what's it like to work at a UC? [more inside]
Best insurance in the Bay Area?
I'm a mid-20s male in the East Bay. I don't have health insurance, but am thinking about getting some. None is available through work. What are my best options? [more inside]
Girl Seeks Traveling Companions
Best clothing for traveling in South East Asia in April and May? [more inside]
Do I need to reregister for Alabama's Primaries?
I'm thinking about voting in the Alabama primary. This is something I've never done before. I'm already registered as a voter. I didn't vote in the last election but I did vote in the two (presidential elections) before that. According to UAB's Kaleidescope, I should register by January 25th. Is this the same registration as the last time I registered (for the general elections)? Should I register again? Should I just show up at my voting location? I haven't moved or anything. [more inside]
a knock on the nobbin
What did doctors know about the brain in 1945? How would you describe brain injuries at that time? [more inside]
January 22
Laugh lines are not funny.
I'd like your real-life testimonials for wrinkle treatments that actually work. Bonus points if your skin is brownish. [more inside]
How did you get rich?
What did you do to change from poor to rich? [more inside]
Brain go sleep now?
The back of my head is getting pins and needles / partial numbness like it is 'falling asleep' from the blood circulation being cut off. Does that mean the blood circulation is going to get cut off to my brain also? [more inside]
spiderman spiderman
Just tonight, I saw this spider in front of my neighbors apartment. it didn't move, and I didn't want to make it move to be honest. Is that thing real? or am I terrified by a toy. I live in Connecticut if it helps to identify.
How can I frame my check?
I just got a check from one of my personal heroes. Not a huge enough hero that I won't cash the check but how can I frame the photocopy I made? [more inside]
Where to go in the Northwest for a wonderful anniversary?
What should we do and where should we go to make our 15th wedding anniversary one to remember? It's in early March, and we'd like to stay in the Pacific Northwest area. We plan to take a 3-day weekend, so a bit of a drive or short flight is in order. [more inside]
22 year old vegetarian convert needs help
I’ve been pondering becoming a vegetarian for quite sometime. This is more or less for ethical reasons but I suppose converting may also have an added health benefit. I’m in college and my diet is horrible. At 6 foot 180 pounds I’m not over weight, but I’m most certainly not very healthy with this type of diet. My current diet consists of mostly processed foods like hotdogs, chicken patties with fast food thrown into the mix 1-2 times a week. I’m ready for a change though and I’m looking for suggestions. [more inside]
Help make me angry
I need angry music to work out to. [more inside]
Mid twenties male with medical dilemma needs some collective advice.
I'm a male in my mid-twenties, active, and have been for the most part healthy. A few months ago I started getting some strange symptoms, and pain in one of my testicles. I was uninsured so I went to the doctor anonymously and paid cash. His thoughts were it was probably just a standard infection, and gave me some antibiotics and told me to come back if the pain persisted. Around that time I also went to an anonymous city clinic to see if it could be an STD and everything up until then checked out OK. There was a test *Syphilis that I hadn't called back on for results, I did so today and they said the test was negative as well, but there was "something else was going on".. Apparently, the second part of the Syphilis test showed them this. I also asked again about the STD related stuff and they said all that was fine. [more inside]
Herbal Tea PLZ
Recommend me some strong herbal tea? [more inside]
I love This American Life, but it's too long!
I need some short podcasts to listen to at work and the gym [more inside]
My lips or yours?
Can I kiss you? [more inside]
And who the hell is Mike, anyway?
For the past five days, I've been getting the same nuisance phone call three to four times a day: Phone rings, I answer. Male says "Hello, could I speak with Mike please?" and the line goes dead before I can get a word in edgewise. Caller has a vaguely Scandinavian accent, with the same inflection every damn time. I suspect it's a recording. What the hell is going on? [more inside]
What are the legal ramifications for the crew members of A&E's Intervention?
What are the legal ramifications for the crew members (camerapeople, producers, etc.) of a show like Intervention when the "stars" do illegal things? [more inside]
How can my dreams of being a baseball player come back?
I need help finding goals and dreams for my life [more inside]
Help! Shin splints.
Help, I think I'm getting shin splints! [more inside]
I need to move, when should I go?
I have been planning to move out-of-state for the last few years, and the time is getting closer, I'm almost ready to do it. I am currently on a lease for 2 more months, and I am going to the new state this week to check things out, go on some job interviews, and meet with possible roommates. But their are some problems that are making things difficult to coordinate. [more inside]
Is my male friend in an abusive relationship?
I'm worried that my male friend might be in some sort of abusive relationship. He's my best friend and seems to have been in a "spend all time with new GF and not call or visit friends" mode for 3 months, and we are all far past the teenage years. [more inside]
MARCH: Where to in the lower 48?
Where would you visit in the lower 48 during the month of MARCH for a long weekend? Through an airline bungle, I have two tickets to use. The whole trip will be 4-5 days.
What events, conferences, shows, etc. are going on in MARCH that you would love to travel for? Alternatively, we could just do great "get away" spot that doesn't cost a fortune. Take me off the beaten path, folks. Show me the way.
Background re ticketholders: He is an Apple geek engineer with a Pruis, she is an art/history buff and foodie that works in the legal field. Both live in Northern California.
Western Australia - Perth or Fremantle? What to do when I get there?
I'm going to Western Australia and am trying to decide whether to find a hotel in Perth, or in nearby Fremantle. I want to be close to the best restaurants and sightseeing spots and am looking for an area with some charm and character. Which is the better place to stay? Any tips on cool places to see, eat, etc.?
Help me hear the difference
Software to ABX audio files (on a Mac)? [more inside]
Any experience of a Zoom H4
I want to start doing my own recordings. Does anyone have any experience/information about a machine called Zoom H4?
Its seems suspiciously cheap (here in Sweden) for what it proclaims to offer - 2 built-in condensor mikes, small and portable, fits in your hand, recording on 4 tracks, CD-quality sound, can run on batteries etc Is this what am looking for? Or are there some major drawbacks. This is a new area for me - so grateful for any feedback. [more inside]
ModFilter: nothing to do with xbox whatsoever
ModFilter: I've been dating a gal for under a month. She's great! Her birthday's this weekend. What do I get her here in Chicago? Hint: She's really into '60s mod culture. [more inside]
Time to play the matching game!
I have an image that I believe came from the Internet. With the digital version of this image, can I search for it online? [more inside]
Oh, Bloody Ell-Lay!
Where can one get inexpensive blood work-ups in Los Angeles. [more inside]
one signal bar, two signal bar. three signal bar, four?
i live two floors above the wireless router, and my powerbook can't get a strong enough signal. what's the most cost-effective solution? [more inside]
Octothorpeia
Excel 2003 question -- why do some of my cells show ####### in the contents? [more inside]
Where to find software developers looking for creative joy?
Help me find sites where I can meet up with other people interested in developing software for fun or for profit [more inside]
Alternatives to Hotspot Shield
My ISP (Pipex) seems to cripple torrents. When I use Hotspot Shield it seems to get around whatever they are doing and gives me reasonably consistently speedier downloads. But Hotspot Shield has a monthly usage allowance. Are there any alternatives?
Where can two granola dykes get hitched in CNY?
I'm seeking a wedding location in Central New York, the closer to Syracuse the better. Details beyond... [more inside]
Help me find the world that's "In a world..."
CuriosityFilter: We all know that movie trailers that begin "In a world..." became so common that those three words became an in-joke thanks to Don LaFontaine. I know many spoof movies (like the Scary Movie series) have spoof-type trailers that start out with the voiceover, "In a world...". How many trailers actually have used that voiceover snippet in the beginning un-ironically, and what is the most famous one? [more inside]
Sawing boards sans garage
What set of power tools can I assemble that will allow me to build things out of wood and will store in a closet? [more inside]
Yosigo's minimalist photos - how does he do it?
Really loving the super-wide angle, minimalist photo compositions of yosigo (Jose Javier) on Flickr. How does he do it? [more inside]
Visiting New Orleans to Volunteer
I think that I'm going to visit New Orleans in a few weeks to enjoy some nightlife and some culture, and also to get dirty, work hard, and help out in any way that I can. Specific questions about my plan inside. [more inside]
Gettin' ready for gettin' canned ...
My employer wants to fire me, but I've got a little time. How do I land on my feet before I'm thrown to the street? [more inside]
How do I prevent change in access to my computer with a new server?
My computer at work is being changed to a new server - I'm concerned about tracking of information and lack of access. [more inside]
Help me not get screwed by adding my house to the rental market in San Francisco!
How do I rent my house in San Francisco? [more inside]
Advise me regarding my expensive laptop purchase.
I'm going to buy a really expensive laptop, and I'm scared. I would love it if some experienced MeFi computer experts held my hand a little bit. [more inside]
Where can I get a good deal on a Mac Mini Superdrive?
The CD/DVD drive in this Mini is dead. What's the best place to buy a replacement Mac Mini optical drive? [more inside]
Are there any terms for "atheism" or "irreligious" that aren't negative?
Are there any terms for "atheism" or "irreligious" that aren't negative? That is, don't mean that someone is "not a believer." It doesn't matter what language the terms are in or if they're archaic or coinages that never took root. [more inside]
Please sir, can I have some more?
How many tons of CO2 should I be allowed to emit each year? [more inside]
How to be a True Professional
What are the marks of a true professional? [more inside]
Jewelry
Where to get jewelry appraised in NYC? [more inside]
How can I get the data off of these iOmega zip disks?
I just found a bunch of iOmega zip drive disks (the 100 meg kind) in a closet as I was cleaning it out. Obviously nobody has those drives anymore... is there a cheap, easy way to get that back, or should I just throw them out?
Blood, guts and literacy.
What should I read after Jack Ketchum? [more inside]
Ohhh. Made in Britain! [/moss]
Recommend me some British comedy, please. [more inside]
What's the startup community like in Korea and Japan?
What's the startup community like in Korea and Japan? I'm sorta wondering how I can find out how many small businesses there are (and what kind of moolah funds them) in Korea and Japan.. but just the ones that are sorta "Web2.0" or have a mostly online business. Any ideas? Are there government resources that track private companies and categorize them that way? Thanks in advance!
to pitch or be pitched?
Is it better publicity to write an article, or to be a quoted expert in someone else's article? [more inside]
American citizen getting married abroad
We want to get married in Gibraltar. Among the documents we have to present to the registry office is a Certificate of Non Impediment which, from what we've googled, isn't a standard US document and is a requirement to get married in most European countries. Where can the future Mr. Dada, an American citizen, get one of these?
Preventive Medicine
Why don't insurance companies cover or help cover gym memberships? [more inside]
Web Communities for Educators?
Web communities in conservative/educational climates: what are some good ones? [more inside]
Is my landlord trying to screw me over?
[collegerenterfilter] My roommates and I were told that we were not eligible to renew our lease for next year. Can they take my security deposit? How will this effect my ability to get an apartment in the "real world?" [more inside]
Should I Help Bail My Nearly Homeless Neighbor
My neighbor's husband is currently holed up at Riker's while his people are scraping bail money together... She's almost there and they both have asked me to cosign the bail bond or whatever it is... [more inside]
Please help me find a temporary bike rack for my 1993 Saab 900 convertible.
Please help me find a bike rack for my 1993 Saab 900 convertible. [more inside]
How can I get an "average" of several images?
How can I generate a "visual average" from a group of digital images?
A few years ago, I saw a BoingBoing post in which a guy had taken the pixel means of Playboy centerfolds for several decades. I'd like to use the same technique and am wondering if there's any off-the-shelf (preferably free) stuff that can do that.
A few years ago, I saw a BoingBoing post in which a guy had taken the pixel means of Playboy centerfolds for several decades. I'd like to use the same technique and am wondering if there's any off-the-shelf (preferably free) stuff that can do that.
Clothing/fashion analysis websites?
I enjoy watching What Not to Wear and find myself analyzing real people on the street through the lens' of Stacy and Clinton. Help me find a kindred website! [more inside]
What to look for in a house share situation
Young (24) single female looking to sublet a room or share a house with strangers in a large US city. What things should I look for/insist on to maximize my chances of having a pleasant, safe, experience? [more inside]
Safe pharmacies?
What are some safe online pharmacies to buy cheap generic drugs from? [more inside]
Plain backpack to carry MacBook
Need small-as-possible, simple backpack that will fit a MacBook. I love my little Eastpak bag (like this one) but it's not quite big enough. I want something that is super-plain in dark colours that is just big enough. It doesn't have to be padded or have a special laptop slot.
Need job. Need fun job.
[grownupfilter] What is the most unique job you've ever heard of - the one that made you say, "Damn, if I wasn't 5 years away from retiring, I'd TOTALLY do _________!" [more inside]
Can anyone recommend a great screen printer in the Kansas City metro area?
Can anyone recommend a great screen printer in the Kansas City metro area? (Lawrence is probably too far, but not out of the question.) Looking to do several small, high-quality, runs of 50 to 100 shirts. Willing to pay for great service and product.
Crunches + Cardio. What more?
Are crunches and cardio three times a week going to get rid of undesired excess fat? And how soon can I expect results? [more inside]
International Mail Forwarding Rec pls
Need a US mailing service that will forward my mail to South America [more inside]
Is my biological clock attached to a sex bomb?
One often hears about the mid-thirties "sexual peak" for women. I have some questions about that. [more inside]
Video podcasts are supposed to be easy for everyone
I'd like a Flash video player of my video podcast on the web site, and a high-quality (960x540 should work) video file in the podcast feed.
I'm currently using WordPress and PodPress to manage the feed and video. But I can see why some people who don't want to install QuickTime might not be able to see the show. [more inside]
Help me get smart about smartphones
I'm looking to make the switch from a cell phone and PDA to a smartphone. You are not my personal IT department, but I'd love to hear your recommendations anyway. [more inside]
[CSS/Javascript] How do I create full page overlay ad that covers the page when user first enter (similar to news.com)?
How do I create full page overlay ad that covers the page when user first enter (similar to news.com)?
Blah, blah, blah: Help me find a website chat combined with internal chat software.
I'm looking for a web chat for visitors to my company's website... [more inside]
Can i read CSC (offline files)?
Can I crack the offline files windows creates in the winnt\csc folder? [more inside]
Relief for my dying Pug
My 13 year old pug has congestive heart failure, she's on Lasix and over the last few days her back legs have started to tremble very badly. [more inside]
Stainless in DC
Where in the DC area would I get a custom-shaped piece of stainless steel for a kitchen countertop? [more inside]
How to replace my Palm Tungsten E charger today?
I have lost the charger for my Palm Tungsten E. I know I can buy a replacement online, but I need to use my Palm quickly and don't want to wait for something to be shipped if I can avoid it. Most stores don't seem to stock the charger for the E, since it's an older model. My question: will the charger from any other Palm/Treo/Handspring model work with my PDA, and if so, what stores (in the greater Atlanta area) are likely to carry it?
Credit card cancellation consequences?
Posting for a friend: My friend was bad about paying bills on time for a credit card over a long period of time (multiple years). It's one of the major blemishes on their credit score right now and the issuer has just decided to cancel their card. The question is, how much will the issuer canceling the credit card be on my friend's credit score, and what can they do? [more inside]
How do hotels get their artwork and how does an artist get his/her artwork into hotels?
How do hotels get their artwork and how does an artist get his/her artwork into hotels? [more inside]
Why can't my computer connect to the internet reliably?
I'm having an intermittent problem connecting to the internet, and the problem appears to be narrowed down to one computer, as others on the network are not affected. I say intermittent because if I click links or enter a url enough times, it eventually connects. [more inside]
What's a Junior, when not a suffix?
When John Smith, Jr. has to fill out a form that has separate boxes for first name, middle name, and surname - and no box for suffix - where does the "Jr" go?
Where to find radiator covers?
Looking for floor type radiator heat covers. Where can I find them? [more inside]
Should I vote in the primary at home or abroad?
I currently live overseas but am registered to vote in Texas. If I want to help Obama's campaign the most, should I vote in the 4 March Texas primary, or the 12 February Democrats Abroad primary?
hotairballoon not eco/green
Hot Air Balloons - Not Eco, Not Green - I find them noisy and a waste of gas - am I alone? has anyone got the science? [more inside]
The vault of imaginary movies?
Did I imagine that reference? Cloverfield got me thinking. Someone somewhere perhaps mentioned to me many years ago another "fake visual document" movie, this one involving a tv crew, a lake, a monster (or just a vague mystery?), and it might have been shot in black and white (perhaps to fake olden times?). Treat all preceding details as suspect, but feel free to go wild giving it a go. [more inside]
Pat-Smoking
Pot-smoking etiquette: when someone smokes you out, how long are you obligated to hang out with them? [more inside]
Need fake beans, need hot, fake beans.
Beans! I want to make a microwavable beanbag, something that I can nuke for 30 seconds or so and wrap warm around my neck - but I don't want to use beans. [more inside]
The tip of the tongue, taking a trip to the foreignerland.
I am in a search of a program that will help me memorize words... [more inside]
They are called Perfectly Normal Beasts because otherwise this would seem a bit odd.
Is the migration of the Perfectly Normal Beasts based on a real world occurrence?
January 21
Can I show you my exquisite collection of etchings?
What's the origin of/meaning behind the idiom of inviting a lady to inspect one's collection of etchings as a (euphemized/veiled?) sexual proposition? [more inside]
What is the practical difference between a spinning and 'regular' stationary exercise bike?
If you take away the typical circumstances of a spinning/indoor cycling class (energetic music/instructor) what is the actual practical difference between a spinning and a regular stationary bike? [more inside]
Greenhouse gas emissions per kg of fossil fuel
Given that, say, 100kg of fossil fuel is used in the making of a certain consumer product, I am interested in knowing - roughly - how much greenhouse gas emissions this might produce. Anyone know off-hand? [more inside]
What's the best way to prove ongoing transit for the purposes of Thai immigration for the least amount of money?
What's the best way to prove ongoing transit for the purposes of Thai immigration for the least amount of money?
What's sliming my carpet?
There are wee slime trails on our carpet every morning. What's making them and how can I get rid of them (preferably without nasty chemicals...) [more inside]
What is this smelly fungus?
Can anyone help me identify a mysterious plant or fungus from my childhood? [more inside]
Medic alert bracelets are the new black.
Help me find a medic alert bracelet that doesn't suck. [more inside]
What are the best Wii games for klutzes?
What are the best Wii games for klutzes? I'm looking for games that rely primarily on gross motor skills for kids and adults with limited fine motor ability, which are still fun to play. Big successes so far have been Wii Sports and Excite Truck. Notable failures are Cooking Mama and Raving Rabbids. Extra points for an E or E-10 rating. What games do your recommend?
Where could I learn glass blowing in Melbourne, Australia?
Is there anywhere I can learn glass blowing in Melbourne, Australia? [more inside]
If I were a lawyer, I would do...what, exactly?
What exactly would one do as a lawyer with a background in international law (specifically human rights, refugees issues, things of that nature)? [more inside]
How to ship furniture
How do you ship furniture? [more inside]
College Tour Packages
Are there companies or agencies that arrange college tours packages for parents and teens. I'd especially like a tour where they separate parents and teens (for part of the tour/info session) and customize the college info for each group.
Self-referentiality is so meta.
I'm writing a book that is heavily self-referential. How can I place markers in some other part of the document (ex: "For more information, refer to "Foo" on page "Bar") throughout the entire document and have that page Bar change as the information anchor moves around?
I'm using Google Docs, but I'm willing to switch software if need be. Solution needs to be compatible with OSX.
Personal Statement Woes
Applying for a university summer school program, which requires a personal statement of 150 words. What could I say with such few words? [more inside]
love?
I don't love the person I am married to. What can I do? I like my spouse but I don't 'love'. Is it wrong for me to stay with that person?
deciding to be a parent with chronic illness
Having kids or not when you have chronic health issues: how did you decide and come to terms with it? [more inside]
Adjunct Instructor, Lecturer, Professor...?
My contract said "Adjunct Professor." My faculty ID card said "Adjunct Instructor." My paycheck said "Lecture/Adjunct." I never cared since this was just a two-year, part-time gig and I had no further interest in academia... but I do need to call it something in my bio. I don't have a terminal degree, suggesting and the contract was wrong and the ID card was right. I emailed the department; they said they'd check but didn't email back (I'll ask again). This was at a large private university in the U.S. I have to finalize a bio tonight -- should I just say Adjunct Instructor?
Stop my sump pump pipe from creating a fountain of ice next to my house
How can I repair my sump pump drainage pipes so that they'll withstand sub-freezing temperatures? [more inside]
Med School Interview
Medical School Interview (MMI Style) Tips? [more inside]
Density? I'm dense.
Is there a chemical explanation for the density of an element or is it simply an innate physical characteristic? [more inside]
Long Lasting Gum - How?
What has changed chemically in the process of these "long lasting gums?" Before a piece of gum would be flavorful for like 10 minutes tops. Now, I can chew on these newer gums like an hour before they are not flavorful. What happened?
SyncServ.exe problem
What is SyncService.exe? I have a real S--L--O--W computer on my hands, and I suspect the problem is SyncService.exe. I say this because I am running only my Firefox browser, nothing else, and my CPU usage is at a steady and consistent 100%. [more inside]
How can I find out why games are dying on my pc?
How to get clue why programs are dying (XP)? [more inside]
How can I move to Spain for a couple of years?
I think I want to move to Spain for a couple of years to experience life in another country. But, as a US citizen, I don't know how I would go about supporting myself over there. Can I get a job there? Should I become a student? [more inside]
Pay at the Pump
Can gas station attendants access my credit card number when I pay at the pump? Similarly, can any normal cashier/bagger/checker/etc. at a store with a self-swipe console charge my account after I have left? [more inside]
Why is McEnroe stopping me from picking up iron?
DamnTennisElbowFilter...
Ok, I have tennis elbow in my left elbow. Got a cortisone shot (ouch!) about 3 months ago, but it's back...just let my elbow pain, there is... [more inside]
RAID-5 Array on a new motherboard?
Can a RAID-5 array created on one computer transfer to another computer, data intact? The kicker: different SATA controllers. [more inside]
Holy Blithering $#&! I'm standing on the #*!@ing moon
I want to share the truth of the Moon Landing with my friends... But the site is down. [more inside]
pass the lobster?
help me with an ongoing prank involving a large plastic lobster [more inside]
How to connect a Nintendo NES to a computer monitor?
I have an old school Nintendo NES that I would like to use with an LCD monitor. Is there an adapter for this or am I SOL? [more inside]
How long can I put off getting my wisdom teeth pulled without ruining my teeth?
How long can I put off getting my wisdom teeth pulled without ruining my teeth? [more inside]
Need to help my 9 year old daughter make a toy using two simple machines.
Any ideas for a toy that is made out of two simple machines? [more inside]
LJ 2100 to a 3500 - is there another way ?
Going from a LaserJet 2100 to a LaserJet 3500 has been disappointing - does that surprise LJ owners out there ? What should I do instead ? [more inside]
Estne volumen in toga, an solum tibi libet me videre?
If someone is French Algerian, can they call themselves "Latin?" [more inside]
Indie rock travel in the southwest...good guides?
Looking for good online or printed travel guides featuring local indie rock venues in the American Southwest...any recommendations? Should I write one? [more inside]
Help me choose a cell phone (AT&T)
What cell phone should I buy? I have AT&T. I had a Blackberry Pearl, and it just broke. I have not been that happy with it, so am considering getting a new phone. Text messaging is the feature I use most, aside from the actual phone. [more inside]
How to send the "Windows Key" over VNC from from Mac to PC?
How to send the "Windows Key" over VNC from from Mac to PC? [more inside]
i'll have the same as caesar
Is it possible to find wines similar in style to what the ancient Romans would have been drinking?
Or were their vinification methods so crude that no one bothers trying?
are buses really safe without seatbelts?
Is it significantly safer to ride in buses without seat belts than in cars without seat belts? Conventional wisdom says yes (for example, many buses don't even have seat belts, presumably because it's safe enough without them) but is this perception accurate? Sources or statistics are appreciated but not strictly necessary.
How to say thank you to a musician
What thank you gift to present to an unwilling interviewee? [more inside]
Carbohydrate counts for specific wines? And which labels are lowest in carbs?
Carbohydrate counts for specific wines? And which labels are lowest in carbs? [more inside]
Tarot reading books?
What is the best book on tarot, and on doing tarot reading? [more inside]
How do I sue someone in small claims court across state lines?
Despite my very best efforts, I got scammed on eBay. Now my only recourse is to sue someone who lives in Chicago, while I live in DC. I know YANML, but can people provide me with an idea of how difficult and expensive this might be? I would need to be able to subpoena information from a couple of companies. [more inside]
That Whole No-Contact Rule Thing
What is this whole no-contact rule for breakups and does it work? [more inside]
Kitty questions of a miscellaneous variety
A couple of kitty questions...about microchips, tail behavior, table scraps, bonito flakes, and catnip. [more inside]
Best discussion/debate sites
Which websites are the best at conducting vigorous, intelligent online debates and discussions? I'm especially looking for successful examples of collaborative filtering; sites where readers can quickly sort the best posts/arguments to the top of the heap. [more inside]
English for non-native kids
Please, i need links to useful web sites geared towards teaching English for pre-school kids.
Delivery in NYC for Valentines Day?
I would like to have something fun delivered to my SO at their office on V-Day. What sort of fun things could I get delivered in NYC? [more inside]
I want to marry her, but at what cost?
My girlfriend and I have religious and cultural differences. How can our relationship work? [more inside]
"You deserved better than that."
I have a date tonight with someone I blew off a long time ago. [more inside]
Whatever you do, don't look at them on edge
What to do with a Rorschach ink blot set? [more inside]
The cancer drug Sutent, and side effects?
I have a question about the cancer drug Sutent, and it's side effects, if anyone has any experience with it. [more inside]
How does NPR's Road Trip work?
Web remote control
Best web server/language for running remote tasks? [more inside]
Romantic (lacto-)vegetarian-friendly places in Manhattan on the UES?
I'm trying to book dinner reservations on Valentine's Day in Manhattan, as the really nice places are filling up fast. Suggestions for romantic (lacto-)vegetarian-friendly places on the UES? Budget of ~$100 per person, pre-tip.
A restaurant with lots of mixed drink and cocktail options would be preferable. [more inside]
Birthdate = legal signature?
We say, we don't owe it. They say, the birthdate equals a legal signature. Who's right? (more inside) [more inside]
Finding candy corn in February?
Is there anywhere online where I can order candy corn off-season? [more inside]
Help me think up ways to soup up my tricycle riding experience.
Help me think up ways to soup up my tricycle riding experience. [more inside]
What's going on with the outside of my knee?
I have this recurring, temporary knee issue which happens and I'd like to know what it is and how to avoid it. [more inside]
Do allergens decay/die?
How long does an allergen remain allergenic? [more inside]
IE6 css postioning bug
I am trying to get pure-css sidenotes to work, and have run up smack against a IE6 (but not 7) css-bug. [more inside]
Residuals for the working man
If Steve Guttenburg never, ever worked again, how much money would he earn yearly? [more inside]
How to sync Palm and Google Calendar on Linux?
How can I sync my calendars with linux. [more inside]
Birthday gift from college
My brother is turning 10 next week and I'm at a loss for what to get him. He got all the stuff he wanted for Christmas and I want to give him some sort of experience. In the past I took him out to lunch and to the German import store to buy candy and just hung out with him for an afternoon. Problem is, this year I'm off at college in another state. What's something we can do together without actually being together? My budget is about $20.
Help me set my vodka free!
I bought a 750mL bottle of Vodka from Safeway. The cashier forgot to remove the black plastic security alarm topper from it. Boo! [more inside]
What are those newspaper holders called?
What are those french-cafe-looking newspaper holders called?
You know, the kind that holds a newspaper in a stick that can then be hung on the rack?
Reckless Birthday Fun: The Mad Hatter
Does anyone remember the mind-blowingly dangerous fly-by-night birthday event management company that brought us THE MAD HATTER parties in the mid-1980s? [more inside]
Play it again, Sam! Uh... Sam? Where'd Sam go?
Where would I look/advertise to find a improvisational keyboard player for an improv group in the Los Angeles area? [more inside]
Sharing MAc Screen with Linux
How do I change the resolution of my Macs desktop when sharing the screen and viewing on a linux machine using tightvnc? I am screen sharing my Mac Mini w/ leopard. I can log in and see the screen using TightVnc on a Linux machine. However, I can only get full resolution that is painfully slow over the Internet. The low quality options on the VNC viewer have no effect and I can't find anysettings on the Mac to lower the quality.
China Study
Studying Traditional Chinese Medicine in China. [more inside]
That Goat Has Devil Eyes!
Goat is delicious. What are some other ways to cook it? [more inside]
Specific, spoiler filled questions about the movie "Cloverfield
SPECIFIC, SPOILER FILLED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE MOVIE "Cloverfield". If you haven't seen it and don't want to know details, ignore this thread. [more inside]
Kink in the neck. Pain in the neck.
Neck kinks: What are they? How can I get rid of them? [more inside]
USB ports stopped working - wtf?
I have a Dell laptop running XP (sp2) with two USB 2.0 ports that until yesterday were working fine. I made no system changes, but now the top one doesn't recognize anything and the bottom only works at USB1 speeds. Is this a hardware issue? [more inside]
Getting WMP11 to play mp3 links immediately
Windows Media Player 9 used to begin playing an mp3 as soon as you clicked the link, so you didn't have to download the entire mp3 just to start hearing it. I can't seem to get WMP11 to do this - any ideas? [more inside]
Where is RAM socket 1 on a Dell D820?
Where does RAM bank 1 (or A) live on a Dell Latitude D820? [more inside]
possible upgrades for an old computer
Potential upgrades to my aging desktop system- some advice from geeks would be greatly appreciated. [more inside]
Free the wherever-they-are 3!
Is there a legal defense fund for these kids?
What happens in Vegas Stays in Mexico?
What happens in Vegas, Stays In Mexico?? [more inside]
XML to MYSQL
Is there a simple way to convert an XML feed into a MYSQL database? [more inside]
Eee PC?
Do I want an Asus Eee PC? [more inside]
Fantastic fake science books and where to find them
I'm looking for recommendations for fake science books, or humoristic books in the style of a science book. Examples: the Haggis-on-Whey books, or J.K. Rowling's "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them". [more inside]
A dependable movers in metro DC area?
I am looking for an efficient and dependable movers or load/unload helpers in Northern VA/Metro DC area. [more inside]
Orangus Insectus?
Please help me find the name of the horrifying insect that scared me as a child. [more inside]
Where can I find a list of charities that do not advertise?
I'm looking for a list of charities that do not spend any of their budget on advertising. Is there a directory of them somewhere? I'm in the UK, but that's more of a starting off point; deserving non-advertising charities elsewhere, or lists of them, would be just as good. [more inside]
Where does all the wood live?
Help me retain my sanity. Those of you who have a workshop in your house, please help me find a system. [more inside]
Gymboree
What are some of your favorite and most creative exercises? I am looking for fun and effective things to mix up my routine. Stuff that will make the guy next to me say 'What the f*** is that?' Stuff like 'Wall Balls', 'Jumping Burpees', and 'Double-Unders'. Honestly I just like to mix it up to prevent boredom. I have already seen all the exercises on the CrossFit website. Extra points if it involves props like medicine balls and tires.
How often do you eat out and how much money do you spend on it?
How often/How much do you spend eating out, versus eating a home cooked meal? And what percentage of your net income do these categories end up being? [more inside]
Is there anything I(we) can do for a terminally-ill co-worker?
A co-worker has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Treatments have stopped and Hospice is now involved.
He is 61 years old and has been working at the company for 40 years.
We are an engineering firm and most of the employees are kind of... well... not the type to try (self-start) and do something for our co-worker of his family.
I was wondering if there was anything I could do and/or have the office do to help, comfort, etc
Obviously sending 'get well' cards is out of the question.
... I just don't know what it is appropriate.
Any ideas?
Thanks.
An educated egg-dicator (for computers)
Mac OS X: External drive is dying, many corrupt files randomly strewn about it. What Mac utility can copy all the non-corrupt files to a new disk and provide a list of the files it couldn't copy? [more inside]
Why blue and yellow?
Is there some significance to the colors blue and yellow in Peru? [more inside]
Bargain Shopping!
I love Velvet Garden and have been stalking LJ sales communities for bargains. Where else can I find cheap but good thrift/second hand shopping sites online? (Doesn't have to be clothes.) [more inside]
Finding an employment lawyer in London
Down to the wire: legal advisor to review UK employment contract [more inside]
taxes in the UK
Can my wife claim my tuition as a tax credit in the UK? [more inside]
admin please hope me
Oh god please help. MacBook hard drive failure. Oh god. [more inside]
Assertiveness 101
Armchair psychologists and lifehackers: Please help me develop some basic assertiveness skills. [more inside]
Is there a way to use a google calendar and outlook exchange without completely mixing the two and can they be synced differently on different computers?
Is there a way to use a google calendar and outlook exchange without completely mixing the two and can they be synced differently on different computers? [more inside]
But it's the principle of the thing!
If you've been robbed, cheated, mistreated, or otherwise been a victim of injustice, how do you stop dwelling on it and get on with your life? [more inside]
Is it safe to go to Kenya?
Should I go to Kenya next month? [more inside]
How to remove long hair on carpet?
How can I best remove long hair on carpet without breaking a vacuum cleaner? [more inside]
Baby shower gift for my boyfriend's sister? What does every first time mom want, but doesn't know it yet?
Baby shower gift for my boyfriend's sister? What does every first time mom want, but doesn't know it yet? [more inside]
Moving in London
Does anyone have any recommended movers for London? We are moving from Bloomsbury to St Johns Wood and have a studio apartment with some furniture to move. Any recommended packing services would also be good
How do I write a business proposal without coming across as a complete rube?
I've never had to orchestrate a business proposal before, any suggestions? [more inside]
Can't a child have a chance? (The best catchy headline I could find)
Gcompris on osx? [more inside]
Should I buy a loft in Bridgeport, CT?
Should I buy a loft in a restored industrial building or the Columbia Records Tower in Bridgeport, CT? [more inside]
What are the limits of couples on a break?
Should I give up getting back together with her? [more inside]
Applescript MIA
My Macbook says my AppleScript version is outdated (1.1.0). How can this be? And how can I fix it/download an update? I know that I should at least have something like 1.10, but I'm guessing that it's bug. All roads travelled lead to release notes only.
resetting brain age 2 nintendo ds
Can someone tell me how to reset my nintendo ds game brain age 2?
Great bars in Seattle
What bars can you recommend in Seattle? That will be open on Monday (Martin Luther King's day). [more inside]
What are good books on urban gangs?
What are some good books on gangs, gang activities, internal organization and structure? [more inside]
Music to make Stations of the Cross by ...
Music to make Stations of the Cross by ... [more inside]
January 20
CELTA courses, Sydney
I want to do a CELTA course in Sydney, Australia this year. Anyone know 'The' place to do it at? I'm willing to wait a while if one provider is considered far superior to another. I've started researching, but I need some insider info so I can decide which Uni/College/Thingy is best for me.
Would like Mac OS X versions of these Windows programs
Are there any OS X equivalents to Windows-only Volumouse and Keynote (the note-taking software, not the presentation program)? [more inside]
I can hear you typing...
Hi-tech key and datalogging: What crazy methods for remotely monitoring datastreams have you heard of? [more inside]
Is living in a dirty house bad for children?
Sibling and sibling's spouse are living in squalor, and I think it's bad for their kids. Should I intervene? [more inside]
Scary waffles
How do you know when sourdough starter goes bad? [more inside]
Help for killing a mildew odor that I can't smell myself
How do I kill a mildew smell -behind- a sink? [more inside]
Maximizing fellowship $ ethical?
Posting this ethics question on behalf for a friend: Friend has been offered two different fellowships and has to choose one. A is worth twice much as B. A good buddy is runner-up for A and does not have any other fellowship options. The buddy has offered to by my friend the difference if the friend takes B so the buddy can get A. So the end result is the friend would officially have fellowship B but cash from his buddy to give him the same as he would have gotten from A while buddy officially gets fellowship A with the net funding equal to B. Does this sound reasonable? ethical?
How do I get my Aperture Library into Lightroom?
How can I get my Aperture photo library exported into Lightroom? [more inside]
How can I annotate and tag text within multiple documents, so that I can categorize and search through my annotations later?
How can I annotate and tag text within multiple documents, so that I can categorize and search through my annotations later? [more inside]
iPhone Sync Help
iPhone Sync Help - I am helping move my wife to a new computer. She currently syncs her iPhone to the older XP computer. She wants to sync her iPhone on the new Vista computer. What is the best way to do this transition to ensure we do not lose her contacts and other non-music information?
Germy McGerm calling
At what point is an adult fever too high? [more inside]
wtf would you say wtf on a first date?
Am I a prude to be put off by cursing/swearing on a first date? [more inside]
Need to keep the heat in and the cold out!
Does soundproofing material in a window also keep out the cold? [more inside]
How can I get all my research into one easy-to-use visual chart?
What is the best application (hopefully easy to learn) that will let me build an easy to create timeline of religions, myths, and cults, with the option to click on (or hover the mouse over) different highlighted words to show up more information? Or does anyone know where said timeline exists? [more inside]
Help me figure out if there's any way to claim a deceased family member's unclaimed property
Help me figure out if there's any way to claim a deceased family member's unclaimed property [more inside]
What's wrong with my brother?
I know this is not a medical board but 'just speaking in terms of human experience - my brotherr is 77, an ex-ultra marathoner, ex space shuttle designer now fallen on hard times, health-wise and emotionally.
He sleeps all day, is up all night, has dizzy spells and is always angry and swears constantly at his wife.
They lead a very isolated, survivalist existance.
He hasn't been to the doctor in 20+ years and won't go now.
He used to be a health food nut, ran in 50 marathons but had double knee replacement 10 years ago and 'never recovered, emotionally, in that he lost his old running lifestyle after the surgeries.
Any ideas? He's also very forgetful.
Thanks for any help.
moving songs to hard drive
I'm trying to copy about 16,00 songs from the desktop of MacBook Pro to a new TrekStor 250 maxi x.u. GB hard drive. It does about 80 mb and then just stops (I can hear the drive sort of shut down). Then it becomes impossible to manipulate the icon. Any ideas? Is it a bum drive? Or are the songs protected in some way?
Any movies that deal with segregation in the southern United States?
Please name some movies that deal with segregation in the southern United States. [more inside]
In love with Slashfood, looking for alternative "food blogs".
In love with Slashfood, looking for alternative "food blogs". [more inside]
Where to stay for family vacation near Cancun?
Family vacation to Cancun area - where should we stay? [more inside]
Drug Use and Mental Illness Literature?
Does literature exist that describes a relationship between adolescent "hard" drug use and later development of mental illness? I am interested in peer-reviewed journal articles and reputable websites. [more inside]
Don't Smile 'Til Christmas
I'm going to be teaching less-than-enthusiastic students; help me keep their respect and attention. [more inside]
Which state am I a resident of? Where do I file my taxes?
I live in NH but still have a CT driver's license... due to a combination of supposed lack of need and laziness. [more inside]
Need a PITBULL laywer north of San Fransisco please
My sister is in Petaluma CA and needs a divorce laywer...a classic legal pitbull would be best. [more inside]
Driving is fun, for a while.
What's the best way to drive from Chicago to Seattle in February? [more inside]
How can I make both the headline, and not just an entry, wrap around an image in a WordPress post?
How can I make both the headline, and not just an entry, wrap around an image in a WordPress post? [more inside]
Info about Berne Switzerland circa 1900?
I'm researching Berne, Switzerland, from approximately 1900 (although
I could go as far back as 1880-90) to the First World War. I know that
because of Switzerland's neutrality, a lot of international politics,
diplomacy, activism and espionage was happening there. I have a few
good general sources about Switzerland in about that era; a travel
guide first published in 1919 by Frank Fox, John Addington Symonds'
"Our Life in the Swiss Highlands," and I've just started tracking down
information about the socialist International and the Berne
International Women's Conference that took place in 1915.
But I need to learn a lot more -- [more inside]
LibraryFilter
Is it usual for school librarians and teachers to have disagreements and conflicts over "appropriate" content and media in school libraries? [more inside]
Why is orange such a popular marketing color?
Anybody know why bright orange is such a popular color when it comes to branding or advertising products?
Stupidly Simple Recipe Management
What's a good, idiot-proof way for my mom to scan and manage her old recipes on her iMac? [more inside]
Can a mini road trip be an awesome road trip?
On Friday, we're driving from San Francisco to Marshall for an oyster extravaganza at Nick's Cover. We're planning on leaving after lunch, so we'll have like five hours to do a 90 minute trip. What should we see or do to add a bit of road trip quality to the experience? [more inside]
I am looking for programming information for Comcast Channel 36 (Public Access) in Bellflower, CA during March to June 2004 period.
I am looking for programming information for Comcast Channel 36 (Public Access) in Bellflower, CA during March to June 2004 period. [more inside]
System recovery disk without a floppy drive
When doing a backup in Windows XP, how the heck do I create an "ASR recovery diskette" without a floppy drive? [more inside]
Can I seal furniture in plastic to prevent mold?
Is it possible to "seal" furniture in a plastic bag to protect it from mold while stored in a basement? Please help me protect my inheritance until I have a bigger house! [more inside]
I want to have a garage sale. I lack a garage (or yard). Is there anywhere I could go to set up shop?
I'm cleaning out my Columbia, SC apartment and have a lot of stuff I'd like to sell. Is there a way to do a (non-online) "garage sale" without having a yard or garage? Would it be worth it to rent a stall at a local flea market? [more inside]
Can this be fixed or is it better to move on?
My laptop either doesn't see the HDD on bootup (cannot find OS), or stops seeing it a few minutes into use (BSOD). Could this type of problem:
a) be reasonably easily resolved by me for small amount of cash
b) be easily resolved by a professional for a reasonable amount of cash
c) be best resolved by selling it on ebay for parts or repair for a reaonably small amount of cash? [more inside]
Finding a comedian by the joke
Trying to figure out which comedian came up with this joke about boo-ing. He has performed on Comedy Central, I think in his own special, but possibly on Premium Blend. [more inside]
How to support tall bookcases without drilling into the wall?
I'm looking for any information on a method of support for tall furniture (bookcases, etc) that doesn't involve attaching it to the wall, but instead goes from the top of the furniture to the ceiling and fixes it in place without drilling. Anyone out there have any ideas? [more inside]
Why won't this Xbox 360 stream media from this Windows XP SP2 machine?
I cannot stream media from my PC. The Xbox 360 will connect to Xbox Live, but will not pass the "Test Media" option. It always fails after successfully acquiring an IP address. This Xbox has successfully connected to streaming media before on another computer. The connection has been deleted from within the Xbox settings. [more inside]
Exercises And Stretches To Do While Reading
Exercises And Stretches To Do While Reading? [more inside]
Help me sleep better at night.
Help me to sleep better at night. [more inside]
Doctorin' the house
Help my son get his Tardis on. I'm currently decorating my 7 year old sons bedroom, and he is a big Doctor Who fan. He has asked me for a giant (I guess 6 ft) tardis on one wall of his painted bedroom.
My initial thought was to paint - but I don't have the requisite skills really, so I was looking for a Fathead / WallBangers equivalent. I'm not sure the custom option on WallBangers will allow me to use a copyright image.
Do you have any other recommendations for giant Tardis resources? Or maybe a suggestion to get a large scale picture onto a bedroom wall - I'm in the UK if it makes a difference.
Graduating from the Baby (Laptop) Monitor
How do I best ensure wedded bliss between my laptop and an external monitor? [more inside]
What goods from the US should I sell in the UK?
I currently sell stuff (gun accessories, scopes, targets, etc) purchased wholesale in the US retail in the UK through Ebay. I want to expand the product line - what other items would be good to sell in the UK? Preferably something small to ship of high value that is not super competitive like computer parts or cameras. What would UK buyers like from the US?
Coffee Drinks beyond the Basics
What are good espresso-based drinks beyond the typical lattes, cappuccinos, and mochas? [more inside]
Just more subtle forms of consumerism?
How to find balance between consumerism and materialism, and taking care of needs and appreciate quality/craftsmanship/design? [more inside]
Anyone know the name of that mid 1990s Cracker instrumental guitar rave up jam?
Looking for an instrumental Cracker tune from about 10-12 years ago? [more inside]
Booting a USB flash drive without BIOS support
How do you boot via a USB flash drive using a floppy? [more inside]
What do I need to know to make a last-minute trip to Cadiz for Carnival and come out with my dignity, health, and belongings (mostly) intact?
Some friends and I are planning to spend a few days in Cadiz for Carnival. All the hostels and hotels are booked (and we're students so our budget is fairly tight to begin with), so we figured we'd just pack light and sleep on the beach. Any advice on how to do this comfortably, and without getting our stuff stolen while we're asleep? Should we plan on stowing our stuff in lockers at the train station? Should we bring costumes with us or get them there? Any scams, sketchy areas, etc. that we should watch out for? Any and all advice is welcome, we don't really know what to expect!
Did poor women wear corsets?
16th-18th Century (Western Europe): Did working-class women wear corsets? [more inside]
Help a guy buy a swim suit.
I need suggestions for a men's swimsuit. I need the advice of the men and the women on this one. [more inside]
Creating a private wired network, but using a shared wireless Internet connection
Creating a private wired network, but using a shared wireless Internet connection [more inside]
Coping with balding at 19.
I'm losing my hair at 19 and I'm becoming an emotional wreck. A different person. How do I cope with this and become my old confident self again? [more inside]
A Região Nordeste
I will be traveling throughout northeast Brazil for the next two months with this group. What books, movies and music should I read to better grasp the culture and political climate of this region? [more inside]
Moving to South Bend, Indiana
I am looking for a good area of South Bend, Indiana to live. I am moving for a new job (which I got thanks to mefi help!!) and am looking for apartments. I do not know the area whatsoever. I have around $700 a month to spend and need it to house two people. Any thoughts on locations and what areas to avoid? I know I can browse online but do not even know what are the better (safer) areas...
Japanese BBQ Sauce like at DOJO.
How can I make or buy "Japanese BBQ sauce" like they serve on the breakfast special at Dojo in NYC? [more inside]
Will 1/3rd of U.S. health care costs still go for resolution of adverse selection?
What U.S. presidential candidates have preferable positions on healthcare? [more inside]
Why do disks drive?
Can you explain the drive in disk drive? [more inside]
Apartment Internet Access
What am I missing in my plan to take over the world network at the apartment building I live in? [more inside]
Matrix engine into Scion xA?
I have an opportunity to purchase a Scion xA with a blown engine (blown as in "ruined", not supercharged) for a very reasonable price.(more inside) [more inside]
RAIDers of the nVidia Board
nvidia RAID: Can I just turn it off? [more inside]
How can I transfer minidisc files to my Mac?
Really want to transfer files from MiniDisc to Mac and it's really not working... [more inside]
January 19
The world, it is mad.
Does the phrase "It's a mad, mad world" have an origin? [more inside]
Name that tune?
Can you help me identify a freakishly old (I think) song that I recently found? I know nothing about it other than it is old, and has been used for many years in a Maypole dance. [more inside]
make me an old school vegan foody for one weekend
I'm having vegans over for dinner. Vegans that know how to cook. Foodie vegans. Hip, cool, foodie vegans. Did I mention that I am not a vegan, vegetarian or hip? [more inside]
Temp or retail
What do I do to tide myself over until my next real job? Shitty retail work or temp work? [more inside]
I need 64-bit drivers!
I've got an Inspiron M1730 on the way, and I need 64-bit drivers for XP. [more inside]
So what's the current scoop on Linux on a laptop?
It's that Linux/laptop question again. Desperate geek seeks cheap, durable gear. [more inside]
Excel texbox madness.
I'm an Excel idiot! Why won't my text boxes show that they have a solid fill? [more inside]
does it help to hold your breath to avoid second hand smoke?
I have never smoked in my life, and with every year my attitude and tolerance for smoking becomes worse and less (sorry, all smokers out there!). In the last little while, I realized that I actually unconsciously hold my breath every time I pass someone who smokes in the street. Does this significantly do anything in terms of benefiting me and helping to avoid the dangers of second-hand smoke, or am I just fooling myself?
Can I put a drop cap on an italic paragraph?
Is it ever acceptable to put a drop cap on a paragraph of italic text? [more inside]
How so I get an Apostille done quickly from another state?
How so I get an Apostille done quickly from a state other than where the event occured? [more inside]
Are there any good book review sites?
Are there sites like Rotten Tomatoes and IMDB for books?
Is Amazon Prime worth it?
I'm seriously considering joining Amazon Prime. Should I go for it? [more inside]
Should I repaint my car?
Should I get my car repainted? I have a '97 Toyota Corolla, dark green. The clear coat on the hood and front bumper is starting to peel pretty badly, though the paint underneath seems okay. [more inside]
New iMac owner seeking advice
OK: i know there are tons of posts asking some of the same things, and i have waded through many of them but may i beg your indulgence and ask a couple of relatively straightforward newbie questions? 1) If I need to work with Office documents from a PC environment (mostly word, occasionally PPT and excel) from time to time , can i do so without installing VM Fusion (which most here seem to favor) along with my Windows XP? Will Mac Office work with them? 2) Any discussions on how to best deal with the glare of the new monitor? 3) How good is the mail program: should i abandon gmail, run them both or go back to firebird? 4) Any reason to use safari if i already know firefox? Or consider one of the other choices? Thanks for indulging me. I have a lot to learn about this. ( )
Stop my tree swing from twisting!
How do you stop a tree swing from twisting? [more inside]
VPN Interuptions
How to research micro-interuptions in Internet Provider? My husband works over VPN, and he is experiencing frequent and random log-offs. We blame this on the ISP. [more inside]
Standalone NAS recommendations?
Does anyone have any recommendations for an off-the-shelf NAS that can handle at least 1TB and may be expanded as needed? Drobo, Buffalo TeraStation, etc.? [more inside]
trying to find THE most brutal whale picture
I've been trying to find a really brutal picture/print/woodcutting of an old-school whale/sea monster for awhile, as a potential tattoo. You know the kind, double blowholes that look more like horns, fangs, the kinds you see in the corners of old maps. Bibliodyssey has some ok ones, but I'm looking for the perfect one, because I know if I settle for another, I'll just find the perfect one the second I've permanently inked myself with a mediocre monster. Any ideas of where I could look?
Can a person taking a break from college get health insurance?
Health insurance for someone taking a break from college? My girlfriend is taking a few months off from college and so won't be eligible for her parents' health insurance. She doesn't have a job that provides benefits, either. She's in her early 20s and is pretty healthy, but has really awful luck when it comes to random health issues popping up and so it would be a good idea for her to have insurance in the next few months. She's off her parents' policy in the next week or two. What can she do? Would COBRA apply in this case? What other temporary insurance providers are there?
flip monitor horizontally
Is there a way to flip/ mirror what my monitor displays? [more inside]
Laptop with trackpoint and good graphics?
Is there a laptop with a TrackPoint that is not objectively horrible for gaming? [more inside]
Car Wont Start
My Car wont start, It just clicks when i try and eventually stops doing anything! [more inside]
Will a Pentax lens fit a Canon camera?
I can't seem to find this online anywhere, and it might be such a stupid question that is should be obvious, but I thought I'd ask anyway: Will a new pentax lens (75-300mm) fit on a slightly older Canon Rebel SLR camera? [more inside]
I want to save the world... no seriously
I am considering going back to grad school. All I know is that when I get out I want to put myself in the position where I can do the most good for protecting the environment. What specific job should I shoot for (Government, Non profit, other?) and what degree do I need (MPA, MPP, JD other)? [more inside]
Let's get out of this country
I'm trying to renew my passport, which expired about six years ago and is now lost, but the government doesn't seem to believe this situation is possible. Is this process the same as replacing/renewing a still-valid lost passport? [more inside]
Sundry Notes for an Abortive Ethnography of the Asadi of BoskVeld
Where can I find good science fiction about alien ethnographers (or 'xenologists')? [more inside]
Which states will I have to file taxes in?
TaxFilter2007: I earned income at my job in StateA. However, all my bank addresses (permanent and mailing) are for StateB, where someone collects my mail for me. I used StateB for banks to not have to deal with remembering zip codes and changing addresses. Furthermore, I've worked in 2006 in StateC but didn't receive the last paycheck until 2007. Will I have to file state taxes in all these states? This is my first time doing my own taxes. [more inside]
Why doesn't ComEd know where I live?
I need help sorting out an issue involving my electric company, my electric bill, and the other apartments in our building. [more inside]
Forgotten the name of a line of t-shirts
Can anyone remind me of the name of a line of t-shirts? I think they are all designed by one woman. The only one I know of has a fairly simple drawing of a child (girl?) clutching a teddy-bear.
Help me sell my home!
What do I need to know and do to sell my house on my own? [more inside]
Who first said "The Cossacks work for the Csar"?
What is the origin of the phrase "The Cossacks work for the Czar"?
This guy is fond of the phrase, which seems to mean "there's no point blaming minor political functionaries - they're working on orders, explicit or implied, from the top". It's obviously a quote. But from whom?
When I burn a CD on my new IMAC, it doesn't play on my car's CD player.
Why won't the cd player in my car "read" cd's that I'm burning on my new I-Mac? [more inside]
My car is not running out of warranty!
An auto dialer seems to be calling my cell phone frequently about my vehicle running out of warranty. How do I stop it? [more inside]
Is soda water soda or water?
Is soda water free at fast food restaurants? [more inside]
Don't need the job for the money, do I need it for the insurance?
Recently moved to Boston. Can someone please explain the mandatory health insurance situation to me? [more inside]
Not a portabello...
Small Form Factor PC in NYC?
Where can I buy a small form factor PC system in New York City? (I'm not interested in a Mac Mini.)
time tracking software?
I want a time-tracking software for Mac that does a few specific things... [more inside]
Can I ship a Wii through the diplomatic pouch if it gets radiated?
Is it safe to ship electronics through the US diplomatic pouch? [more inside]
Me No Speaky Good, Help Me MetaFilter!
[ConversationFilter] Me no speaky so good no more. Please help! [more inside]
Need advice and/or leads for buying a Taylor Acoustic/Electric Guitar or Big Baby...
Need advice and/or leads for buying a Taylor Acoustic/Electric Guitar or Big Baby... [more inside]
How to create automator action to resize images to a certain width?
How do I create an automator action to resize images to a certain width? The "scale images" action only resizes the longest side, which is sometimes the height, not the width. [more inside]
What's wrong with my car?
Two mechanics have given up. Help me diagnose my car. [more inside]
Help Me Find a Missing David Simon Stream
I'm looking for the (apparently gone) stream of David Simon's performance of "My Nemesis" at the Creative Alliance in Baltimore. Can you help me find it? [more inside]
Why can't my travel agent match ITA software's price?
I found a great price for a ticket using ITA software (thanks askmefi). After giving her all the booking details, my travel agent wasn't able to even remotely match the price. Is my agent just incompetent or is it really as complicated as she made it sound? I want that ticket! [more inside]
Will Langerado burn my "bun-in-the-oven"?
My wife and I saw the lineup for Langerado last night and both of us are dying to go. However, around that first weekend in march, she will be eight months pregnant (or seven, math is hard, we're due in early May). She has never had an experience like Langerado, i.e. festivals full of hippies and lots of music. I have, and we have been meaning to do one together but things like law school and jobs have prevented us from doing so.
Should the pregnancy stop us now? [more inside]
Coughing after a shower?
Why do I always cough after a shower? And pretty much only after a shower? [more inside]
Help me get away from the computer!
I am depressed, have elements of ocd, and one thing that seems to fuel both of these conditions is something I can't really describe as anything other than "internet addiction". [more inside]
Who writes videogames? (not in the programming sense)
Who writes videogames? [more inside]
Can I eat this?
How long will deviled eggs keep in the fridge before they go bad?
The Gallows, aka...?
What nicknames are there for the gallows? [more inside]
January 18
Is it worthwhile to enter therapy if you're not in acute distress?
Is it worthwhile to enter therapy if you're not in acute distress? [more inside]
How to prove that a web page that's there now, was really there, once it's not there anymore.
How to prove that a web page that's there now, was really there, once it's not there anymore. [more inside]
A/S/...anybody, anybody?
Other than #mefi, Are there any chat rooms or chat services still out there not full of spambots? [more inside]
How do I show off my pipes?
Does anyone have any experience or advice on building a clothing/display rack out of pipes? [more inside]
what's the probability distribution, kenneth?
for the statisticians: what probability distribution do I want to fit to my data, and how? [more inside]
JG Ballard and a quote about Nature
JG Ballard said something about our pornography-addicted culture being due to a disconnect with nature, but I don't have an exact quote. So with hat in hand, I appeal to the hive mind. [more inside]
Any advice on continuous fluorescents for video?
Could anyone please help a fellow videographer out with advice on fluorescent lighting kits? Lengthy extended question is enclosed. [more inside]
Why is my blog heating up?
Why is my MySpace blog suddenly so hot? [more inside]
Looking to for contact information to secure property release...if even necessary??
Would anyone know the contact information for obtaining a property release of an image taken of Radio City Music Hall / Rockefeller Center? Thanks for any help!!
Do you own an HP Pavilion?
On an HP Pavilion laptop, how can I get rid of the Yahoo! Search box that sits in the taskbar, taking up valuable real estate?
Restoring old coins
I have a coin collection that has sat untouched for 50-60 years. At the time they were collected the coins were taken from circulation. They are from all over the world (no U.S. coins) and were minted in the early part of the last century. They were mounted on light cardboard pages with scotch tape. As you can imaging the tape has gotten quite brittle and sticky by now and may have interacted with the metal in the coins. I need advice on cleaning and restoring the coins in my collection. I understand that under normal conditions collectible old coins should not be cleaned.
How do I script video/audio recording on Windows?
What is the best way to script video/audio recording on Windows? [more inside]
Feeding the ipod - name your favorite restaurants
So I used to use ipodnova.tv to get my fix of overseas tv shows configured for the ipod. But it's been down more than it's been up lately. Some simple googling has seemed to reveal a bunch of sites, mainly pay, for this purpose. But before I paypal someone in Nigeria, can you tell me what sites you like to use for this purpose?
No, not Caledonian headgear...
Where can I find Scotch Bonnet peppers (not habaneros) to buy in the Puget Sound area; or alternatively online? Preferably fresh and not dried. Thanks.
Finding out how to speak the original text of Rumi poems
Rumi poems online -- with both the original text and the English translation -- that would tell me how to speak his original texts? I would need either English transliterations (spelling in western alphabet of his original texts, with some way to know which syllable to accent) or an audio file of someone speaking them. Does this exist?
How do I plug this new USB headset into my computer?
I am teaching an online class and I want to put audio files into my class. To record, I bought a new Plantronics Audio 645 USB headset. It has a "mic" cord and a "headset" cord. I cannot figure out where exactly I should be plugging this into my computer. [more inside]
Deep Fried and Double Wide
Need White Trash Accouterments in San Francisco tomorrow! Where in SF can I get a Mullet wig and other white trash necessities? What else do I need? [more inside]
XML vs. Serialization
For database usage, is it better to store data in XML or serialized format? In particular, PHP serialization. [more inside]
How to organize scientific article pdfs?
Scientists: What's the best and simplest way to organize, annotate, and take notes from scientific journal articles on a PC? I'm starting a new project and ready for a new system that doesn't require four programs or being unable to find something when I can't remember the title or author. How do you organize your references, pdfs, and notes? [more inside]
Looking for large womens shoes in Manhattan
I'm looking for suggestions for shoe stores in Manhattan that carry larger-sized womens shoes (European size 45) that are of high quality and appropriate for work. I have all day on Sunday to shop and I'd love to take 2-3 new pairs home with me.
Recommend me a data modeling tool
I'm beginning a project to document and restructure a set of existing Microsoft SQL Server databases, and need to quickly recommend a software package for data modeling and generating a data dictionary. I'm looking for a recommendation and/or general advice, pros, cons, etc. that will help to make and justify a selection. [more inside]
The goggles do nothing.
I think I seriously screwed up my eyeballs. [more inside]
Dogs and cats, snacking together...mass hysteria!
My dogs seem to like cat treats. Any harm in it? [more inside]
basement cracks
anyone have experience dealing with basement cracks? [more inside]
Hooked up my iPod with a cassette adapter, but it keeps rewinding or ejecting. Help!
Hooked up my iPod with a cassette adapter, but it keeps rewinding or ejecting. Help! [more inside]
Coaxingly close
Get this coax signal into my computer. [more inside]
External vs internal hard drives and speed
Please explain to me how a 7200rpm SATA external hard drive (USB 2 or Firewire 800) can be written to / read from as expediently as a 7200 RPM SATA internal hard drive? It doesn't seem to make sense. Isn't the USB/Firewire a bottleneck? Why would an external drive be as suitable for audio recording as an internal?
Date protocol: when the check comes
First date etiquette: Going to dinner on a first date. I'm always uncomfortable about what to do when the check comes. I always offer to pay for my portion/split the bill. Some guys are offended by this, and even those who aren't typically refuse so I put my money away. I always worry that my offer seemed disingenuous because I didn't persist (I hate making a scene, especially about money. What is the best/appropriate way to handle the situation when the check comes?
Which pen is mighty (workable and inexpensive)..?
Thanks to the community's help with this question, I was able to order a set of Wacom tablets for my computer lab. Now I've been asked how I could get replacement pens if any are lost or stolen. I need help identifying which pens will work with my tablet and what are good options in terms of cost. [more inside]
teach your children well (legally?)
If I were a private tutor for children, what laws would pertain to me? What credentials would I need? [more inside]
scsi pci raid server died, urgent data recovery?
Got a 2000 server with PCI SCSI RAID card (Mirror) and the mobo seems to have died. I just want to recover the data and host it on another machine. How do I do that? [more inside]
My videocard is rusty. What the hell, science? I thought we were friends.
All the screw holes on my video card are corroded. Is it worth my time to return it, or should I just clean it off? [more inside]
Homemade bed that withstands non-sleep activities
Woodworking filter: What steps can I take to ensure a home-built bed can withstand, umm, nocturnal escapades? [more inside]
how to get apache called python scripts working
how do I get apache to call local python script that calls modules that are in a different place? [more inside]
Monsoon amp replacement
Can I replace the subwoofer/amp for my trusty old Monsoon external speakers? [more inside]
Please help me remember the name of a childhood toy.
Please help me remember the name of a childhood toy. [more inside]
help with excel 'paste special'
excel n00b question: why is paste special not working for me? [more inside]
How to get international re-directs to a .com?
How to get .ru , .cn, .mx, .ve, .br, and possibly other country URLs as a re-direct to my company's .com? [more inside]
Average Salary for French Cities
I am looking for some information on average salaries for french cities. I read an article in a french magazine about a year ago but I can't find any reference to it online. Anyone know of a resource in French or English that will give me average salaries for French cities.
Peanut Allergies- surely not something new?
A then-and-now type question on food (specifically peanut) allergies. Mrs. Worker_bee and I were watching a TV show last night on which paramedics were treating a small boy for an allergic reaction to peanuts. We know many kids at our sons school that have allergic reactions to peanuts and know that it is best to ask before serving stuff or making cookies, etc. for friends. But we were talking about the show and neither of us could recall any of our friends or friends of friends that had an allergy to peanuts when we were at school (elementary thru high school). [more inside]
How do I remove this parking-deck-drip stain from my car's paint and windshield?
How can I get this parking-deck-drip-residue off of my car's paint and windshield? [more inside]
Help me remember this quote about people using technology?
I'm trying to remember a quote from a science-fiction writer (I think Ray Bradbury), about how computers are tools for humanity to express their imagination, or something very much like that. I googled with no luck, but I swear I read (and used) this quote previously, I just can't find it. [more inside]
Please help me locate these books from childhood.
Another books from childhood question. Can you help me find these two books? I remember them from the early 80's or so, U.S. [more inside]
Different URLs based on day of the week?
Javascript question: How can I make a link point to different URLs based on the day of the week? [more inside]
Organizing Ideas for a company brainstorm: Wiki, blog, what?
I work in a subdivision of a large music entity. There are many high-level ideas and challenges that float around every week. I'm trying to research a system that would allow for our staff of several hundred people to be able to both post ideas and solicit feedback on improving our products, our relationships, etc to a central website as well as being able to respond to others ideas. (for example: "how do we better provide value to cd purchasers" or "what can we do to optimize communication between department")
Challenges:
- Many of the people involved are not computer-savvy (not sure they'd be able to figure out how to use a wiki)
- The individual items will need to be easily categorizable and accessible (this is why i hesitate to use something like Wordpress or Blogger, because after something's no longer on the home page, its out of peoples heads)
- There will need to be an intuitive 'global' view
I guess I'm kind of asking for something like AskMeFi, actually. But with an additional summary layer.
Ideas would be greatly appreciated!
Can you be my Bartlett today?
Is there a quote by a Founding Father about how the First Amendment really protects religion from the government, not the other way around? I know about Jefferson's letter to the Danbury Baptists ... but I have this feeling that there's another famous quote. Maybe it's by a more modern judicial person rather than a Founding Father? [more inside]
Low-carb tortillas in Washington DC?
Where can I buy low-carb tortillas in Washington, DC? Pretty simple, just looking for Mission brand low-carb tortillas, in a DC grocery store. I have looked in Safeway & Giant, in Adams Morgan and Columbia Heights, but no luck. Anyone know? [more inside]
What are some good websites for intelligent discussion and analysis of the NFL?
What are some good websites for intelligent discussion and analysis of the NFL? [more inside]
this game needs help
Help me remember how to play A-Train! I downloaded FreeTrain, but don't remember how to play it.
How do I revive a brown sugar stone?
How do I revive a brown sugar stone? [more inside]
Mail no candy there
A couple of years ago – post-911, maybe in 2002 or 2003 – my local post office in Canada was handing out a list of things that could no longer be mailed into the U.S., which included any commercially made candy, even in small amounts as personal gifts. [more inside]
Looking for a reliable, high-mpg car that's NOT a Civic/Accord
I need to buy a low-mpg, reliable, manual transmission, four-door used car for under $3500. What models should I look at besides Civics and Accords? And do you know of any other major car classified websites besides Cars.com, Carmax, Autotrader, Edmunds, and Craigslist? [more inside]
Chess Is War
Help me find an article about chess, might have involved Garry Kasparov, might have been in Smithsonian magazine and/or on the Blue likening chess playing to a really violent sport with quotes like this "There is nothing cute or charming about chess; it is a violent sport, and when you confront your opponent you set out to crush his ego." from this article but I recall it being longer and in a more general magazine.
Is our 401(k) protected? How?
Is our 401(k) protected through ERISA (or anything else) if the institution where funds are housed goes belly-up tomorrow? [more inside]
Bike commuting in Boston -- best route between Cambridge/East Boston?
For a friend: commuting by bike, need to get to Cambridgeport half the week and East Boston the other half. Best bike routes? Best places to live? [more inside]
Squirrel Story
I would like help finding a book from my childhood. It's about a female squirrel that takes up residence in an attic, and the toy soldiers in the attic defend her from a pack of bad male squirrels.
What could be causing morning leg soreness?
What could be causing morning leg soreness? [more inside]
Woodwind ensemble masterpieces?
Classical Music lovers, what great chamber music pieces feature predominantly woodwinds (esp. flutes)? (I'm also interested in great solo parts in larger orchestras) [more inside]
Does my dream job exist?
Does my dream job exist? [more inside]
Risks of forgoing health insurance?
Risks of forgoing health insurance when one has limited assets? [more inside]
logical fallacy identification
Is there a formal name for the logical fallacy shown by the following statement; "We don't have to worry about lead paint in our homes because we grew up in such homes and turned out fine."? Thanks.
Picking teams for the upcoming interspecies tournament of death...
At a cocktail party last weekend, an Anthropologist was telling me about an experiment/study where people were shown videos of various animals preying on one another, and then measured their reactions. The findings, he contends, were that humans were largely more sympathetic to the deaths of animals more similar to themselves (i.e. sharing a more recent common ancestor).
What is this study, what is this area of research called, and where can I read more about it? [more inside]
Brokeback Desert
Help me convince the man I love that he doesn't have to marry someone else. [more inside]
Help me improve my pushups.
Help me improve my pushups. I've been doing martial arts 5 nights a week (M-F) for 9 months now. We do anywhere from 30-150 pushups a night, but I'm incapable of keeping up with the rest of the class and have not really improved much since I started. [more inside]
Snow shoeing from the bay area?
Recommendations for snow shoeing trails (and gear) driveable from the bay area? [more inside]
online portfolio creation?
i'm a freelance writer and want to create a simple website with an online portfolio for my work. [more inside]
January 17
Help me find a book of Daemon's
I was told of a book of Daemon's, where the protagonist is a C coder who gets transported to a magical world where his code can do magic. [more inside]
Too much of a good thing
I've made an unfortunate nutritional mistake; am I in for a world of hurt, and is there anything I can do about it? [more inside]
Office Chairs for Short Girls?
Are there any office chairs out there for petite women? I have a short inseam and rarely can touch the ground when I'm sitting all the way back in my seat. [more inside]
Why does my desktop keep crashing?
Why (and how do I fix it) does my Windows desktop keep crashing? [more inside]
Vista Windows Explorer default opening window?
Can you change the default opening window on Vista Windows Explorer? [more inside]
Help me with triangle math.
Triangles.math.Filter: Its been a while since algebra - I am trying to calculate the linear length of material required to fabricate a repeating V pattern out of sheet metal in various lengths. [more inside]
Being a class-A busybody on an effort budget
Wall-of-sheep type network monitor for user-configurable interesting traffic (URLs, IM conversations)? [more inside]
I signed a contract in Spanish!
Am I bound by the terms of a contract that I signed if that contract was written in Spanish? I'm in California and a native English speaker. [more inside]
How do I not know what lights look like?
Possibly the stupidest question ever: what are lights at night supposed to look like? That is, street lamps, stoplights, porch lights, etc. [more inside]
How to make a magazine in Adobe Photoshop?
Also following up on this old question of mine, this time regarding how to make something look like a magazine in Adobe Photoshop. [more inside]
Happy books!
Can you recommend good books on the study of happiness? [more inside]
I want to sleep in your womb, Shanghai
Following up on my last question, what is the most reasonable accomodation I can get in Shanghai for 100 Yuan a night? [more inside]
The only reason I identify with Hilary Clinton
Please help me make my legs not disgusting. [more inside]
How to not be treated like a criminal at a pharmacy
My pharmacy screwed up on my Xanax prescription, and I'm afraid they're going to hassle me for what might appear to be drug seeking behavior. [more inside]
vegan cold weather shoes?
What kind of shoes should I buy for my short trip to the New England? I don't buy animal products. [more inside]
Too cold to snow?
I've noticed that when the air temperature drops below a certain point that it won't snow. Is there any truth to this? [more inside]
item stolen at airport from bags?
does anyone know if you can get items back that were lost in your checked bags at the airport? [more inside]
Where to vacation with the whole kaboodle
I need some help in planning a vacation for a large number of people. [more inside]
They make sound so easy on What Not to Wear!
I think I need a seamstress or seamster, but I am not sure how to find one. [more inside]
Did you go to crazy hippie school? Awesome!
Did you go to a Sudbury school? Do you have contacts with a Sudbury school? Can you help me? [more inside]
Reusing XML objects
Can I somehow reuse elements in an XML doc (e.g. - like the way you can use a ref tag to resuse elements in an XML Schema)? [more inside]
People search engine
A few months ago I saw a people search engine where you typed in a name and it returned profiles of online personalities matching that name, complete with contact information. Any idea what it was? [more inside]
My computer hurts my eyes in the morning.
I'm looking for a mac program to gradually brighten my screen to full brightness after it is awoken or the screensaver is bothered. [more inside]
What are the implications of buying an existing LLC in Massachusetts?
What are the implications of buying an existing LLC in Massachusetts? [more inside]
Yet another Yahoo! Pipes/RSS question...
I'd like to create a feed of all references to my web site (by searching for the domain name) on popular link farms such as reddit. [more inside]
Best forums/groups/resources for windows administrators?
Best forums/groups/resources for windows administrators? [more inside]
why did the check i deposited come back to me?
i deposited my roommate's rent check into my account via atm at a branch of my bank, but not my branch, although it's one in the same city. why did they mail the check and my deposit slip back to me? [more inside]
How do I keep the "Popularity" Column Always Active in ITMS?
How do I keep the "Popularity" Column Always Active in ITMS? I like to check out all the new music every week and for efficiency start with the "popular" songs for that album. Each time I go to a new album in the music store I have to reselect that column. Is there any way to have it always selected?
HTML to RSS without your own server?
Can anyone help me create an RSS feed, using Yahoo Pipes, from a list on an HTML page? [more inside]
Can I hear you now?
Suppose I told you I'm "left-eared". Would you get it? [more inside]
ur paprz pls
Is the chip in my new Electronic Passport (US) an issue? [more inside]
Video of Space Waves
Can you think of any good video clips of waveforms in space that you've seen? They don't necessarily have to be copyright free (this is for a personal project), but they do need to be good quality and accessible to me within a few days - I'm doing this project at DVD resolution, 720 X 480... [more inside]
How much dirt can I haul in a Ford Ranger?
How much dirt can I safely haul in a Ford Ranger? [more inside]
What to make under the broiler?
What's your favorite thing to make under the broiler? [more inside]
Fantasy Baseball for lazy retards
So my friend and I want to do fantasy baseball this season, but we don't know the first thing about running one. Compounding the issue is the fact that we're too lazy to rank players, and too busy to constantly be tracking stats. What's the easiest, most low-impact fantasy baseball system for a couple of lazy fanatics?
We Got What You Don't Got
Help me make my US friends jealous enough to visit me in Canada. [more inside]
Decent Adult club in San Francisco?
Last minute bachelor party in San Francisco. Anyone know of a decent adult club? [more inside]
How to deal with loss of loved one.
Please suggest resources for dealing with the loss of a loved one – how to cope with grief. When you moved to the area just before it happened, you’re now all alone, and don’t have friends established, or anyone to talk to - it’s hard to cope with the enormous bills, the life change and deep emptiness. You go to work and pretend all is fine, but it’s not. [more inside]
I hear some people pay taxes. Not me though. Oh, damn.
I haven't filed (US and NJ) taxes in... hm. Possibly ever. I'd like to fix that, but have no idea what I made and when, and how to start. [more inside]
Mexican Vacation?
Travel recommendation: short, authentic stay in Mexico? [more inside]
client sees fuzzy pixels!
I can use document properties to make a pdf file open at 100% on my mac, but its all blown up and wonky in reader on PCs. Anyone know how to make 72dpi pdf files open with a 1-1 px ratio on a PC?
Don't Tase Me, Hasbro
In light of the recent Mattel/Hasbro suit against Facebook's Scrabulous application, what witty sayings can I spell out in Scrabble tiles to voice my perturbation with the suit? [more inside]
How could fantasy football games be improved?
If you could could develop the next generation of a fantasy fantasy football games how would you change/improve them? [more inside]
How do I make cheap slide captions?
I'm after for a cheap solution to create very (very) basic captions and turn them into slides for a clunky carousel projector. Lo-fi is the aesthetic - it's for a theatre show. [more inside]
Looking for examples of genious cover letters
Help me find examples of great cover letters. I have been looking trough the internet and all the kind of books for help with my cover letter. The trouble is all i come up with resembles the standard boring business cover letter. I am applying for very competetive jobs so i need to stand out. [more inside]
wall warts for free - who wants 'em
Three mysterious power adapters. How to get rid of them? [more inside]
Should a divorce really cost this much?
Scots Law: We've been told that a friends divorce could cost her £30-40,000 in fees if it needs to go to court (Glasgow Sheriff Court), to be resolved. Is this possible or is it an exaggerated figure? More inside.. [more inside]
Do I get half the fo'c'sle and most of the poop deck?
Is fractional boat ownership all it's cracked up to be? If you have first- or second-hand experience with it, would you recommend it? [more inside]
Help me unbrick my friend's PSP
Bricked my friend's PSP while trying to get it updated to firmware 3.80 M33. Help me get it back to working order. [more inside]
Getting an auto dealer license just to access dealer only auctions- worth it?
Are there significant savings at dealer-only options for used cars? Enough to make the effort and cost of getting a dealer licence worth it? [more inside]
sharing internet over airport
(mac network filter)- sharing internet over airport? [more inside]
Taking my compliance training from the insurance industry to ...somewhere else
So I accepted this compliance job in the life insurance/annuities industry. I'm happy I've done it but I want to know about my expected career trajectory. [more inside]
Distilling Pittsburgh to its very essence
Pittsburgh: Can anyone familiar with the city give me some basic info and pointers and help shape my loose itinerary to best use my short time in the city? [more inside]
If I had a rhyming dictionary I could make this title rhyme
Which rhyming dictionary would you recommend? And why? [more inside]
How do I easily create .pdf photo-book?
How can I easily create a .pdf photo book? (More inside) [more inside]
Lamb breast recipes?
Anybody have any good recipes for lamb breast? [more inside]
ISO site that does TV recommendation based on interests
Is there a cable tv listing site that suggest shows based on interests (tagging perhaps?) [more inside]
DocumentaryFilter: In search of BBC's "What is Religion?"
DocumentaryFilter: In search of BBC's "What is Religion?" [more inside]
Cardio for gimps
Are there any good bare-bones cardio workouts I can do while staying off an injured foot? [more inside]
Free NHL stats??
I want NHL (2007/08) stats. I want as much data as I can get my hands on, in a nice, easily parsed format. But I don't really want to pay for it. Can you help me find this data on the cheap? [more inside]
Xbox Controller Filter
Xbox Filter: Does the black controller for the Xbox 360 really have better grip than the white one that comes with the Pro version? I'm debating weather or not the $50 is worth spending on a black one.
How does the math work that drives an RPG?
I'm trying to program a role playing game, but I'm not sure how to do the math. [more inside]
Should I apply to an internship if failing the interview imperils future prospects at the company?
Should I apply for an internship in Goldman Sachs, even though they have a reputation for blacklisting candidates that fail interviews from further openings? [more inside]
For the love of Greek yogurt
Anyone know where to find a very, very fine mesh chinois or strainer? I seek one that will hold about a half gallon of liquid with a mesh similar in "fine-ness" (is that a word?) to those metal coffee filters. [more inside]
Ingredients and nutrition facts
I am working on a label for a steak seasoning container. I have an ingredients list but need to have a qualified entity analyze and finalize it. Where can I find a service that can do that and give me other stats like calories, sodium content, total fat, etc.
Looking for citizenship education resources
Creating a citizenship class for ESOL students: any web resources, books, or other forms of support out there? [more inside]
Beautiful and cheap wedding ceremony around Chicago?
Beautiful and cheap options for a wedding ceremony around Chicago? [more inside]
"Views" count on Flickr rising despite that all photos have been set to private
Flickr newbie question: All of my photos are private. Why does the number of "views" at http://www.flickr.com/photos/[my Flickr username]/ keep going up despite that at http://www.flickr.com/photos/[my Flickr username]/popular-views/ it says nobody has viewed my photos? [more inside]
a week of day hiking in March
need suggestions for a week of day hiking in March [more inside]
Sing in Me, O Hivemind
What should a modern, semi-professional a capella choral group wear as concert attire? [more inside]
Would you trust your data to me??
I am thinking about signing up for a service like Mozy, but I am just scared to pull the trigger? I have a lot of trouble trusting that there's no way anyone can get to my data. I'm not that important, but I suppose it could be useful to someone. Can someone explain in technical detail why I can or cannot completely trust the security surround a service like Mozy. I asked them, but they say their service is the best and it would never be compromised! Never ever! Ever!
If I were to sneak a third question in the title, it'd be about where to hide a fourth one...
[computerpurchasefilter] Okay, I'm going to buy not one, but two computers in early February and I need some advice. I know this question has been asked before, but the market has changed a bit recently and I need to know for now. I want a cheap laptop that can run text edit and surf the internet and a macpro for under a 3k. [more inside]
Da da da da da da-da-da da da! Freeze Frame!
Help me freeze my VGA video signal...as cheaply as possible. [more inside]
How can I keep my track lighting from catching fire?
You are an electrician. But you are not my electrician. Question about low-voltage track lighting system inside. [more inside]
Help us get our crappy cars fixed.
Where in Chicago can I get the brakes on a '99 VW Jetta and '98 Ford Escort replaced reliably and cheaply? [more inside]
Whip-Whop: Wrapping luggage at Heathrow?
Can I get a piece of luggage wrapped in plastic at Heathrow terminal 3? [more inside]
Getting out while the getting's good
Should we try to sell our house in a down market? [more inside]
What's an RTS game for me?
Is there an RTS game out there for me? [more inside]
Please help me climb Kili on a volunteer's budget...
Kilimanjaro-filter. I want to climb it. I don't want to pay $3k pp. Help, please. [more inside]
Water vs. Tea
Is drinking unsweetened, decaffeinated tea equivalent to drinking water in terms of health benefits? [more inside]
Don't push me, 'cause I'm close to the edge...
Toy Drums sets in popular recordings?
What popular or well known recordings use toy drum sets for percussion? [more inside]
Help me keep data out of the wrong hands
What are some good resources for designing an access control and permissions system? [more inside]
Where can I get feedback on my programming?
Is there some community where programmers can submit their work to each other and get feedback? [more inside]
Car stalkiing
Is my old car still on the road? [more inside]
To check or not to check?
Will Southwest Airlines count my messenger bag as a "personal type item" or as another carry-on item? [more inside]
Advise a tomboy about some skincare essentials.
I received a $75 gift certificate to a fancy-schmancy LA beauty shop for Christmas, and could use some help to get the most bang for my gifted buck. [more inside]
January 16
How do they do that??
How do you judge large horizontal or vertical distances visually, with no (or few) other objects around to compare as a reference? [more inside]
Corcovado Breakdown
What if Getz and Gilberto were, you know, cousins? Would they still have made beautiful music together? [more inside]
Have ears, have brain, willing to learn.
Where can I learn about music history and music theory for free? [more inside]
I want my desktop and I want it on my iPhone. Please?
Does a free (read: no subscription fee) equivalent to Files2Phones (for the iPhone) exist?
Can I make an Ikea product
I need plans to make my own ikea inspired furniture, do these even exist ? [more inside]
Help me identify this short story!
Help me identify this short story! It is a story told from the perspective of an infant as he is free-falling through the garbage chute of a multi-level housing complex after being discarded by his teenage mother. The story is divided into nine parts, with each part signifying the baby's arrival at each floor until he finally reaches the trash compactor at the ground level. [more inside]
How to "fix" a mattress indentation?
How to "fix" a mattress indentation? I have a fairly new mattress that has slight indentation where I sleep. I analyzed it today and determined that it was caused by the box spring being slightly sagging. I don't want to return it (just cause of hassle). I'm thinking of putting plywood between the box spring and mattress. What do you all think/have done?
Help with black tie event accessories for the style impaired
I have to attend a black tie gala on Saturday. Help with accessories, please! [more inside]
Florida vacation Ideas
Where is a good (NO, GREAT!) place to vacation in Florida for two old ladies, one of whom is sick and cannot bear the airport hassle. We will drive from Virginia, lay on the beach all day and let the water lap at our feet whilst we kvetch. Sis and I like art, history and snorkeling, and the ex-hippie in me always wanted to explore Key West but understand it's beaches are less than desireable. Need to rest yet hunger for knowledge and new adventures. Have looked at cruises but there are none that float my boat (excuse the pun) at this time. I really want to miss spring break crowds too.
My laptop is killing my sanity!
Okay, hive mind wise ones, please help save my sanity. I have an HP Pavilion dv9000 laptop that I bought in September. In general, it works great... except at random times, when I'm online, and the whole damn thing freezes up. [more inside]
Help me handle this complicated crush.
What to do now? I'm a single, mid-thirties female, and I have a crush. Oh, wait. It's a lot more complicated than that. I'm sorry this is so long... [more inside]
Commitment Issues
I can't commit to anything. Please help. [more inside]
How long do "First Class" stamps work?
I have U.S. postage stamps labeled as "First Class" (no monetary value), which are dated 2006. Will one stamp still get a letter to its destination?
I need inspiration for my letterpress projects.
I'm taking a letterpress class and need inspiration for things to print. [more inside]
Help me with Excel, please.
Can someone help me come up with an Excel formula? I have a column, and each row in the column has a 9 or 10 digit number. I want to apply a formula that will recognize only those numbers with 9 digits and when one is discovered, it should place a "0" in front of the number to make it a 10-digit number. I will explain why inside. [more inside]
Are all US postage stamps now self-adhesive?
Are all US postage stamps now self-adhesive? [more inside]
a massive book of freaky beasties
Massive, gorgeous book of illustrated biological species and specimens, possibly Victorian-era, found at Z Gallerie a year or so ago -- help! [more inside]
How can I get a macintosh to recognize a digital camera again?
What can I do to have a Macintosh G4 laptop to recognize a Pentax Optio 33WR digital camera? It once did, but it has since stopped. [more inside]
How to get rid of small bumps on forehead?
I seem to have a perpetual set of quite small, flesh-colored or slightly red, acne-like bumps on my forehead. These are not too obvious (though they show when I tilt my forehead in the light as imperfections in the skin), and don't look grotesque or anything. They are not pus-filled nor do they hurt when touched. How do I make them go away? Daily face-washing doesn't do much, and the one time I had a facial didn't really help either.
The mass of neutrons versus protons? The existence of matter?
Why do neutrons have more mass than protons? [more inside]
Which prosumer (ack) HDV camera should we purchase?
My friend and I are looking at HDV cameras and trying to decide right now between Panasonic's HVX200, Canon's XL H1, Sony's V1U, and JVC's HD110U (an upgrade of the HD100U, I believe). We're leaning toward the HD110U because of what we've seen of its picture quality, ability to switch lenses, and reported ease of use. Which one should we buy, what are the pros and cons? [more inside]
help my mom refinance her home?
Assuming that the feds are indeed going to cut rates significantly at the end of this month, should my mom wait until after that to refinance her home mortgage? [more inside]
Installing software on an OLPC?
Boston Neurologist Request
Does anyone know a neurologist in the Boston, MA area that they have had good experiences with? [more inside]
How to cook beans?
Is there a way to cook beans that will reduce the amount of gas I will "produce" after consuming them? [more inside]
Is there an restaurant called Indus Valley on Queen West in Toronto?
Is there a restaurant called "Indus Valley" on Queen St. West in Toronto, west of Bathurst? [more inside]
Can't a girl get her upgrade?
Is the iPod touch update out in the UK yet? Because I can go to it on the itunes store, but it seems to be completely greyed the *((&! out! [more inside]
Help us have a few adventures together before we're parents!
My husband and I are due to have our first child in May. We're thrilled, but starting to realize how much our lives will change once the kid arrives. We'd like to do a few things in these next few months that we won't be able to do once we have the baby. Any ideas? [more inside]
Words and pictures, together at last
Taking text notes with incorporated image thumbnails: there's gotta be an application that does exactly what I need. [more inside]
throwing a wintry party
What are some cheap & lovely ideas for a winter-themed house-party here in Montreal? [more inside]
Djangos closed
Does anyone know what happened to Djangos, the online retailer of used CDs and DVDs?
Don't leave your archives on the balcony.
What is the movie that makes Richard Roeper's "heart ... so cold"? [more inside]
How to limit daughter's access to wireless internet
Please help my friend limit his daughter's access to the internet at night. [more inside]
Salvaging my Swatch
I have several Swatch watches that have all lost a small piece of glass set in the knob used to change the time. Can this be replaced? I've been to several Swatch stores that have told me they can't fix this. What about a jeweler?
When is formal offensive?
In a discussion with a co-worker today, it was mentioned that I seemed too "formal," and that another, unnamed co-worker, had brought it up and said that they found this formality offensive. [more inside]
Help me create a database to give money away
Help me design a small Access application to run a prize drawing. As I see it, the MC will open the application and click the Draw button, which will select from the available prizes for that month. Once drawn, that prize becomes unavailable. MC will then type in the winner's name and click Save, setting the form ready for the next contestant.
Specs and examples follow. [more inside]
SO LOSER
whats the best way to go up to a girl in a club?
So small you could trip over it....
Today's post about Niagara Falls reminded me of a place I'd been as a teenager. Help me find the mini Niagara Falls! [more inside]
peru vs unknown destination in central america?
travelfilter: Peru vs. elsewhere: best places to go/things to do in central/south america? [more inside]
Give up career for life abroad following spouse?
US Foreign Service filter: What's it like to leave school and future career to become a trailing male spouse? [more inside]
Best way to archive my music?
How can I archive my music? [more inside]
Which essay does David Foster Wallace mean?
To which essay is David Foster Wallace referring in his final footnote in the introduction to "Best American Essays 2007?" [more inside]
Bali-based DJ requires wardrobe assistance.
How can my Bali-based US DJ friend improve and extend his wardrobe? [more inside]
Pandora's box
Oh, Christ. I just clicked on someone's profile on Facebook. I really don't want them to know I found them there. If it's an open profile, meaning a relative stranger could find it and open it with no restrictions, will this person get any kind of notification that I viewed it?
Alternatives to vet's recommended (expensive) treatment for puppy?
Puppy has developed bald patches on head and face. Antibiotics prescribed by vet a month ago haven't helped. Should the puppy's owner have a very expensive biopsy done, or just leave it alone and hope it goes away? [more inside]
Dude, where's my stock?
Help me find my lost stocks [more inside]
Shoppingfilter: new mum wants a posh leather backpack, is getting a bit neurotic about it
I used to have nice purses. Now I have a baby. I want a posh, probably leather, backpack to tote around for the next few years. [more inside]
How do I best reapply to a job I really want ?
Last October, I applied for a library job that I really want. In December, they sent me a nice letter saying they weren't hiring anyone right then, but might relist it in 2008, and if they did, please reapply. (There are some comments that suggest they liked my application quite a bit, but that might just have been a pleasant form letter.) They've now relisted the job: how do I put my best foot forward on the reapplication? [more inside]
Must...stop...eating. (Oh, and shopping, too.)
I've come to the conclusion that I might have an eating disorder. Or an addiction problem. Or perhaps ADHD. Or is it OCD (minus the C). Help me make sense of this. [more inside]
vacation compatible RSS: how can I cache one month of feed items?
Say that I will go travelling for one month without internet access. For my email that poses no problem. All incoming mails wait for me in gmail when I get back. But how can I similarly avoid missing content in the many RSS feeds I regularly read? Can some online service cache all the feeds for me? [more inside]
Green Tea health
Can green tea be blended? I empty a pack of green tea leaves into my morning smoothie, so my question is.. do the leeaves have to be immersed in hot water for me to absorb the benefits of it? Or do I get the same benefits as long as the leaves are inside my body and being digested? It's much simpler to simply empty a bag into a smoothie rather than wait for water to boil and steep it. I want to know if I'm sacraficing any antioxident absorbtion.
Normalize a survey on multiple variables
Help me hivemind: What methodology should be used to weight survey sample data, using two weighting variables (for example age and gender), to reflect an actual population? [more inside]
What are my options?
What usually happens to vested stock options when a private company buys a public company (or a part of the company)? [more inside]
ftp
I'm trying to use smartftp or filezilla to get files on my computer to my website. I use A Small Orange for hosting and I can connect to the servers using the clients, but I'm not sure what I need to do then to get my site up. Please help. [more inside]
Canadian nurses in Engalnd? Anglophone nurses in Montreal?
How easy is it for a Canadian nurse to work in England? And how easy would it be for an anglophone nurse from Ontario to find work in Montreal? [more inside]
Tennis shoes, anyone?
My boyfriend needs a pair of tennis court shoes, but heartily dislikes shopping. He has narrow feet, and his last shoes gave him an ingrown toenail, so fit is really important. Tennis magazine has recommended Adidas Barricade IV, KSwiss Ascendor SLT or Nike Air Vapor, but we can't seem to find any stores in Austin that have them so that he can try them on, and it just seems stupid to buy a shoe in which fit really matters online. Basically, we're looking for recommendations for other shoes for narrow feet, as well as help finding a store that sells decent tennis court shoes so that he doesn't have to go to a bunch of different places. Thanks!
Help me spoil my little apple monster
This year when I host the Swan family's Easter celebration as I always do, I'd like to serve an apple-based dessert for the sake of one of my nieces, who LOVES anything apple. She doesn't seem to much like cake of any kind. She does love apple pie and apple crumble/crisp, but they seem too ordinary. What recipes do you have for a *special* apple-based dessert?
Becoming a Strategy Consultant.
I'm almost finished with my Masters in International Business and have started sending out job applications to a number of companies, nearly all of which are involved in strategic consultancy. The top companies, quite understandably, are fiercely competitive. I know I have what it takes, but I want the best chance possible of showing them that too. [more inside]
Fall Feast Day?
A friend of mine says that schools are starting to use the label Fall Feast Day instead of Thanksgiving. Is that true? And if so, what was wrong with Thanksgiving?
What is the most popular soft drink?
What is the most popular carbonated soft drink in the US or UK? [more inside]
How can I view all my brokerage accounts at once?
Are there any websites which will access several different online brokerage/401k accounts and display the information all in one place? [more inside]
Stomp stomp stomp, KILL
Some new neighbors just moved into the flat above us. How do I reduce the noise of their constant stomping? Would asking them nicely render a solution?
And more importantly, is there some stomping disorder in modern psychology that I should know about? Because their flat is the same size and layout as ours, which isn't that big at all (you can walk across the hall to the door in about 10 steps) and I am genuinely baffled at how much stomping can indeed be done in such a capacity.
Some rather clueless questions about using undocumented APIs in Windows
Some rather clueless questions about using undocumented APIs in Windows [more inside]
Do Europeans/NON U.S. citizen read more than Americans?
Do Europeans read more books than U.S. consumers? How about the rest of the world versus the U.S.? [more inside]
Powerbook charging troubles
Help me diagnose my Powerbook’s power supply woes. [more inside]
What Percentage of Equity for Soft. Eng. at a fresh startup?
What Percentage of Equity to expect from a Startup in Options? [more inside]
Clean, upbeat, non-love songs
I'm looking for clean, upbeat songs that are NOT about love. I just need one business-appropriate one to edit a "Candids" video of business people at a sales meeting to. The client is super picky and wants pop music with exactly the right lyrics and a "high-energy" tempo. They liked the lyrics to "Oh Yeah" by Macy Gray but didn't think it was upbeat enough. Any ideas?
Up, up and away!
Well, I did it. Due to most unfortunate circumstances, I flew on an airplane for the first time in 8 years. As awful as the reasons were, the entire world has been opened up to me and I am now extremely excited by my renewed ability to travel the skies, and seek advice. Much length follows. [more inside]
eggs are yucky, what isn't?
What is a good breakfast? [more inside]
How to use The Mouse?
Copyright filter, again!
There have been lots and lots of threads discussing trademark vs. copyright, etc, but in my searching I did not find the answer to this question: what will happen when Mickey Mouse goes out of copyright? [more inside]
How can I be cheap and have a good website?
Anyone know where a pair of clueless artists can find some free website design templates? [more inside]
Leather Wallet Care: How do I stop the breakdown of my wallet?
Leather Wallet Care: How do I stop the breakdown of my wallet? [more inside]
How do I create a TV schedule based on a topic?
How do I create a TV schedule based on a topic? [more inside]
How to be a good PM.
Help me be a good product manager. [more inside]
Should I keep investing in this policy?
I've had a North Western Mutual Variable Life policy for a few years. How bad of an investment is it? Does it make sense to keep it, or should I get out now? What penalty would I have for getting out now? [more inside]
Creating an easy-to-import photo archive for iPhoto?
How can I make it really easy for someone to import my photos into iPhoto? [more inside]
787 WTF?
What's the skinny on the latest 787 delay? Any good insider-y blogs available covering that mess? Thanks.
Co-op letter writing help
I need to write a friend a recommendation letter for a co-op where he is trying to buy an apartment here in NYC. I've never done this before. What kinds of things should I say in the letter besides the usual "I've known him for ten years and he's a stand up guy" sort of thing?
Virtual Windows
How do I make fake windows? [more inside]
Shuffling a pile of papers
I have a moderately-sized pile of papers (say, several dozen) in front of me. What's a quick way of getting them thoroughly shuffled by hand? I am familiar with lots of shuffling algorithms, but they don't work well by hand, and techniques like riffle shuffle that work well with small, stiff cards don't work well with standard sheets of paper.
Movies with Mysterious Jews?
My wife (raised Catholic) and I (raised Jewish) were watching The Exorcist the other day, and she turned to me and asked me if there was any movie where Jews were depicted as secretive, mysterious, and spooky. The best I could do was Lenny Meyer and his fellow Hasids in Pi. [more inside]
How do I stop a sibling from disposing of property before the estate has gone to probate?
I need probate law advice. My sibling is acting unilaterally to dispose of personal property and accessing our father's bank account before the estate has gone to probate. How can I stop this? [more inside]
Help me find a church for me and my family.
Churchfilter: How can i find out which church is for me and my family? [more inside]
Should I call the Secret Service over credit card fraud?
My credit card info was stolen by someone in Nigeria. Should I contact the Secret Service? [more inside]
How long can I listen to The Archers (using mobile 'phone streaming media)?
I've just changed mobile 'phone provider to T-Mobile's Web'n'walk Max, which allows me 'unlimited' web access (up to 3Gb/month which is their 'fair use' limit). So, this means I can now listen to Radio 4 online (at 20.7Kbps live, I'm informed by my PDA) - but how much radio can I listen to before I exceed my limit (bearing in mind I'll be wanting to do a bit of surfing etc. too)?
Very fine dining recommendations in DC with young kids?
Our kids are 1 and 4. It's my folks' 40th anniversary as well as the one year old's birthday and my folks are treating, so this means going somewhere really nice, expensive, and five star. But where in DC? [more inside]
Pinnacle Video Card and Old Pc - Can they work together?
I'd like to get some Hi-8 videos into to my PC via a Sony Handycam using a video S cable through a Pinnacle DC10 plus card. [more inside]
How can I focus on tedious tasks?
Sometimes at my job I have to do boring things. I want to be able to hunker down and just get things done, but I just can't focus. [more inside]
online program to send photo batches
Help me send batches of large photos online for free without downloading software [more inside]
Awesome bt defunct record labels?
Can you think of any brilliant but now defunct or disestablished record labels?
I'm looking for labels that were innovative, successful, fondly remembered or way ahead of their time. [more inside]
How can I encourage my talkative boss to stick to a meeting agenda?
How can I encourage my talkative boss to stick to a meeting agenda? [more inside]
Tendering proof of divorce online
I would like to be able to prove whether somebody I've met online is actually divorced (or not). What are the ways I can do this? [more inside]
Unknown upcoming actors/actresses
Does anyone know where can I find information on the internet about unknown actors(even though you recognize their faces) that appear on certain commercials on national TV spots? [more inside]
January 15
Where/how do I smoke and remain social?
Illinois' statewide smoking ban went into effect January 1st. Now, instead of being warm and cozy inside the bar, I'm cold and grumpy outside. Does anyone have any tips and tricks, preferably someone who's "lived" through a smoking ban of their own? (e.g. New York) [more inside]
How to get tickets to an invite-only debate?
How can I get tickets to the Democratic debate in Los Angeles on January 31, 2008? [more inside]
Boating; which are the best online discussion forums for motor boats?
I just moved onto the Puget Sound and need a small, affordable, transportable power boat and want suggestions from you about the best online boating discussion forums to ask further questions! [more inside]
Yoga in Spanish or sign language in the San Francisco area
Know of any yoga classes in the San Francisco Bay Area that are in Spanish or in sign language? [more inside]
Grilled recipes wanted for volunteer meals
I need new recipe ideas for our grilled volunteer meals [more inside]
Gmail, IMAP, and Outlook: a ménage à trois of questionable proportions.
Two questions regarding the use of Outlook 2007 and Gmail's IMAP. Here are the questions; detailed explanations inside.
-I use Gmail to pull mail and send from two other e-mail accounts. Is there a way to set Outlook up to do the same?
-When I open Outlook, it creates a label called "Junk E-mail" in Gmail. Is there a way to stop this? [more inside]
Advice in applying for a mortgage
I'm applying for a mortgage, my wife is European and has debt in a foreign country but has been living here for 3 years and has a green card and a short credit history. If I don't report her foreign debt in our financial disclosures when applying for the mortgage will the bank here be able to find out? will they look?
How can an attached girl make friends with single guys? Or can she?
Help a girl make guy friends with a minimum of misunderstandings. (Despite a history of misunderstandings.)
I am female, in my late 20s. I am in a committed relationship that is about to temporarily become long-distance. I am about to enter an environment (MBA program) where male students outnumber females three to one. [more inside]
I love him, but can I forever?
The only thing scarier than the thought of being without my wonderful boyfriend in ten years... is the thought that I WILL still be with him. Help me make sense of this feeling! [more inside]
Help me kill the hum
MusicGearFilter: I've got a hum in my recording/performance setup. I think I know how it's getting in -- a balanced mic cable going into a piece of gear with an unbalanced jack. How do I fix it? Full details within. [more inside]
A sip of hot (not boiling) water, anyone?
TeaFilter: where (in Europe) could I find an electric kettle with a temperature control? Do such things actually exist? [more inside]
Pink eye
Can pink-eye cause permanent blindness? [more inside]
Wait! Wait! I've run out of episodes!
I am madly in love with NPR's Wait Wait Don't Tell Me. Please recommend similar shows, preferably available via podcast. [more inside]
Personal recommendations-- swedish massage in Seattle
Seattle Mefis: Anyone know a top-notch swedish style masseur/eusse? Was just in NY and my friend had me meet him for a few hours at the famous Russian steam baths on E. 10th. I booked a massage, explaining that "I have sciatica problem, and woujld like Swedish style, and someone who will be good working on a specific problem". Well, it was FANTASTIC. She kneaded, pounded, pressed out the most painful point where the sciatica is enflamed, then soothed, stretched out my hands, legs, etc. Wow. It was 30 minutes, but the greatest. She was so thorough in only 30.
Anyone in Seattle? ... hopefully someone highly professional who might even have a hot shower/steam room in their place of business. (I once had massage in Sea. where the man did have his whole basement level fixed up like that.) [more inside]
Soldering a leaky flask-bad idea?
Thinking of solder to fix a broken flask. Tell me why I shouldn't do this. [more inside]
How do/does prayer and meditation differ?
What are you thinking about when you pray? [more inside]
MBP: I cloned my old HD to a new (larger) one, and OS X only sees the older (smaller) space.
The disk in my MBP was upgraded from 100GB to 250GB. They used a hardware disk to disk copier that just cloned the drive, bit for bit. Now, I want to grow my 100GB partition to fill up the new space, however Disk Utility only sees the drive as 100GB. I know there are some $100 utilities out there, but I am a geek and want to do it for free. [more inside]
On antidepressants. Need to lose weight. How to get started?
I'm taking SSRIs. I've experienced significant weight gain while on them and am now trying to work it off. How to get started? [more inside]
ITs a Jungle Out There
What's a reasonable size/makeup for an IT department/Software development shop? more inside... [more inside]
How do I put a presentation in my pocket?
If I am looking to play videos off a USB key at presentations, what software should I load onto it for maximum compatibility? [more inside]
"When asked what gift he wanted for his birthday, the yogi replied: "I wish no gifts, only presence."
Yoga-centric gift giving: My sister is opening her own yoga studio and wellness center next month in South Carolina! [more inside]
Tell me Rico, what's this song called?
In the TV movie The Hunley the doomed Confederate submariners sing a song together. I remember it sounding like an Irish folk-type tune but my Googling has failed to indentify it. Can you find the title and lyrics of this song? [more inside]
Is there a good alternative to the AppleTV?
Is there a good alternative to the new Apple TV 2?
We just got a new HDTV as a gift for the holidays, and I've been connecting my laptop (Windows) to it in order to watch downloaded TV shows & movies. It works ok, but the gfx card on the laptop's a bit old, & doesn't really support HD resolution. Now that the Apple TV's (re)released today, I was wondering if there's a good alternative ....something small that'll playback hd video files in divx, xvid, etc, super easy to connect to the wireless network, plays back in full hd res., etc. Storage space isn't really an issue, just a few gigs is ok considering we usually delete a video file or backup to dvd-r after watching it. I'm also concerned the AppleTV won't playback all the random video formats that VLC & a codec pack handle with ease.
...oh, and definitely cheaper than the AppleTV - think grad student income. Thanks!
Custom client-side CSS to change background colours.
CSS, greasemonkey, sunglasses? Is there a way to stop white web pages hurting my eyes (firefox, osx). [more inside]
Insulating coatings for steel
Insulating paint? Anyone have any personal experience with such products? [more inside]
Help me converse intelligently with computer guys at cocktail parties.
Help me converse intelligently with computer guys at cocktail parties. [more inside]
Two-speaker TV setup for non-audiophiles?
We have an LG LCD tv with some not-very-good speakers, and they are starting to sound "blown". Is there some kind of amp-speaker set designed for people who just want decent audio, rather than surround sound? [more inside]
I'd like some Wordpress functionality, please?
I want 2 things from my self-hosted Wordpress blog - to be able to save a published post I'm editing with a keyboard shortcut, and to have a "reply" button on the comments. How can I get these things? [more inside]
ATA cable confusion
Computer question: Last week I posted this question trying to replace a hard drive. Now I have a new problem... the hard drive uses a connector type that I've never seen before and it doesn't agree with what Wikipedia shows. [more inside]
Mold in the US.
I have a two part question, about mold in the US, in buildings and the like. I'm thinking of moving, and I'm also allergic to mold. So this is a huge concern for me.
a. What parts of the US is mold rare?
and b. What parts of the US is mold commonplace? [more inside]
When can we expect new MacBook Pros?
I've been planning an upgrade to a MacBook Pro for a few months, but had been waiting for MacWorld, assuming that there would be a hardware revision. Now that the keynote has come and gone, sans even a spec bump, how long can I expect to wait for the next revision? [more inside]
If a song wants to get stuck in MY head, it should learn to speak MY language!
Help me identify this joyous yet infuriatingly non-English choral song! [more inside]
BYOVacuum
Can anyone recommend a good (one-time, may become every few months) apartment cleaning service in Brooklyn, NY that brings their own supplies and equipment?
Need to find a pulse/ox monitor
Pulse-Ox monitors (the little dealies that fit over your finger and measure oxygen saturation in the blood). Need to buy one for an asthmatic person. What are reputable brand names, places to order, etc? I'm in Canada, so shipping availability to Canada is essential (if ordered online), or local resources in Toronto.
Dirt Floor
I need a carpet cleaner that won't break the bank. What current model do you recommend? (UK models/links only, please) [more inside]
Where's my bread machine mix?
Where can I buy ready-made mix in bulk for my bread machine? [more inside]
Help me record loud, annoying, unlistenable crap
I am starting a solo no-wave/noise project. I know nothing about recording. Please help me assemble the barest, cheapest necessities. [more inside]
What percentage of Hindus are vegetarian?
Is there a reliable source (preferably online) for the percentage of Hindus in India who are vegetarian? [more inside]
MacBook hex screws
What's the proper hex screwdriver to use to remove the four hex screws on the metal sleeve in a (black) MacBook hard drive? 5/64" seems the closest, but it's been a real struggle. 1.5mm is too small and 2mm seems too large.
Always looking for a better bank...
I used to consider Commerce the 'poor man's bank' because virtually everything was free. Not so anymore, since I just noticed I'm paying $15/month for a checking account. So, hive mind, where am I opening my new checking account? Requirements within... [more inside]
good landline phone
Old school question here, folks, but can anyone recommend a good landline (not cordless) phone for an office setting? I had an AT&T 955, but it's gone buggy (buzzy, actually) on me. I like the aesthetics of it otherwise, but if anyone has any ideas...
Does interferential electrotherapy work?
What is, and how useful is, if at all, interferential electrotherapy? [more inside]
I want this NYC Public School to give me a piece of furniture they might be throwing away in the near future.
I want this NYC Public School to give me a piece of furniture they might be throwing away in the near future. [more inside]
comfortable = comfortable?
Why are we comfortable with the thermostat set at 70 (Fahrenheit) in winter for heater, but we would be cold if it was set that low for the air conditioner in summer? Also, in winter here in SW Fla., on days it's warmer outside than what the thermostat is set on, my husband turns the heat off and opens the house, and then the temperature inside drops. Same thing in summer - if it's cooler outside he turns the air off, opens up, and the temperature inside goes high. He says the heat/air won't come on when it's nicer outside. I say that's the thermostat's job - to keep the inside temperature steady regardless of what's happening outside. Who's right?
How long can I drive a car before turning it over to the insurance company?
Someone hit my car. Their insurance company wants to total it. How long can I drive it before they take it away? [more inside]
Big BIG Books
Where to find those VERY large storybooks that children's librarians use for storytelling hours? I've searched for "large", "big" and "oversized" storybooks to no avail.
How do I record 40 people on a budget?
Equipment for recording a roundtable discussion, on a budget? My office is hosting a roundtable discussion seminar and we would like to audio record it. The venue does not have any AV equipment, so it looks like we need to purchase or rent something, but there's not a huge budget for this. Any recommendations for recorders that would be likely to pick up all audio in a room with 40 people sitting in a large circle, or equipment rental places in San Francisco that would be able to do this?
Waiting Games
Give me your best games to play while waiting in line, going on long car trips, or on airplanes. Requirements: 2 or preferably more players, minimal, self-made or no equipment necessary (deck of cards is OK), and fun! So far I have: rock/scissors/paper tournament, Mafia/Werewolf, 20 questions. I need more! [more inside]
Slightly morbid science question
Let's say someone dies and is cremated. What are the odds that an atom that was part of their body when they died becomes part of your body over the next 100 years that you live?
Are IT band straps just snake oil?
Are those IT band straps for running worth a damn? [more inside]
Should you judge a religious community based on its leader?
How can you trust a temple/church/etc if its leader has had moral failings? [more inside]
Help me see my friends on MSN!
How can I get MSN Messenger (or Windows Live Messenger, I guess it's called now) to show other peoples' webcams when I'm surfing behind an SSH tunnel proxy? [more inside]
What's so special about the hot sand?
What's so special about the hot sand that opticians use? Do I need this to make adjustments to my glasses frames? [more inside]
This is my depressed stance.
How do people who's depressed get better? More specifically, how do they get the motivation to get better if they are depressed and, therefore, not really caring about anything?
I'm not sure how to phrase this question better. If it's chatfilter, feel free to delete it.
How can I replicate data between several IIS 6.0 WebServers ?
IIS 6.0 Replication/Failover Software Suggestion/Recommendations ? [more inside]
Why so many Indians at Niagara Falls?
Is there some special historical / cultural reason that (South Asian) Indians are really big on Niagara Falls? [more inside]
Best DBA certification?
What DBA certification should I pursue? MS, Oracle, something else? [more inside]
Epi or Gretsch?
Comparing an Epi to a Gretsch. [more inside]
Murder Ballads with a beat?
Adam Gopnik's essay on Mafia
Anyone know where online I can find the Adam Gopnik essay on playing the game Mafia? It's from the book "Through the Children's Gate," but I need an electronic version, not a hard copy. [more inside]
Profane language translation request
During a stupid Reply-To All e-mail storm at my huge international corporation, someone responded with this (which I assume is profane): [more inside]
Where are all the cool dancers?
Where are all the interesting dancers? [more inside]
Pedal Powered Computer?
Help me find a website about a human powered computer. Not the MIT supercomputer. [more inside]
Help identify cool mystery bike rack?
Help me identify/locate the manufacturer of a cool hitch-mounted bike rack I saw last summer. I want one. The google goggles, they do nothing. [more inside]
MOLD
What are the real dangers of mold??
Our master bathroom with something leaking somewhere and it has damaged the wood floor under the vinyl. [more inside]
Homelessness how-to?
How to be homeless? Yes, step one, lack a home. Then what? [more inside]
Is there a database of lawyers that can be used to find one without a conflict of interest?
My mom is worried she won't be able to find a lawyer who doesn't have a conflict of interest. How can I help her? [more inside]
Target specific IP ranges with ads?
Is there a major online advertising network that allows targeting of specific IP ranges like those assigned to a company? [more inside]
You dirty jade! Wait, what?
"He's a dirty jade!" "Go ahead and sleep with him you dirty jade!" This insult was used repeatedly in the Zola book I was reading last night. When I searched for it this morning, Google returned results for other uses in at least three other Zola novels. What does it refer to? (As the more inside explains, I think it's actually an English-language insult, as the original contains something else.) [more inside]
Sleeping/exercising/getting teh sick
Can a minor change in sleep schedule (as opposed to a reduction in sleep hours) make you sick? Or is her body just reacting badly to an increase in exercise? [more inside]
Boxing Lessons in NYC
Looking for boxing lessons in NYC, open to group lessons or a personal trainer. [more inside]
Kids' toothpaste for a big baby
What's the difference between adult and kids' toothpaste? [more inside]
How do I make myself want to go to bed earlier?
What techniques can I use to help motivate myself to go to bed earlier? [more inside]
How do I not screw up the rest of my life?
How do I not screw up the rest of my life? I've just turned 24 and my life is a mess. [more inside]
Music from Spike Lee's 25th Hour v2
Does anyone know the music that is playing in Spike Lee's 25th Hour in the scene in the nightclub where Philip Seymour Hoffman's character kisses his student in the toilet. It is playing throughout the whole segment where they are talking on the couch, she goes to the toilet, he follows her, goes in, kisses her and then comes out shocked at what he's done. It's fantastic music throughout the whole bit and I'd love to get it.
Beardless Impostor Effect filter
Is there a word or phrase (preferably in English, but all languages welcome) to describe the distinct feeling one gets when a man whom one sees often shaves his beard and his face looks uncomfortably different? [more inside]
Creating language from scratch.
If left entirely without adult supervision from birth, would a group of newborns develop a new language? [more inside]
Football on Sat TV and AM radio way out of sync? Speed of
Football on Sat TV and AM radio way out of sync. Is it a technical thing or a maths issue? Speed of light, azimuth, etc [more inside]
That one day, robots shall call out from the mountain tops!
I have a dream! A dream of a robot laboratory. What steps can I take towards one day achieving my dream? [more inside]
January 14
"Ma'am, if you didn't have a vagina, these repairs would cost you considerably less."
[Automotive-Repair-Filter]: I dropped off my car at the dealership for it's scheduled maintenance and to have some loudness checked out. Now I'm being told that despite wheel-bearings being the noise-culprit, my car needs $1000+ worth of repairs. Am I getting shafted? [more inside]
Which drum practice pad set should I get?
Any experiences with drum practice pad sets? After moving into a small apartment and considering my options, I've decided to get a practice pad set. These are two sets that I'm considering: Remo and DW. Anyone know anything about these, or others? Thanks!
Looking for a very temporary art space in Chicago
Looking for a relatively last-minute DIY-style gallery space in Chicago. [more inside]
POD xt and The Smiths "How Soon is Now?"
POD xt and The Smiths "How Soon is Now?" [more inside]
How do allergy meds work, while having different side effects?
How do loratadine and diphenhydramine HCI work? Specifically, how is it that both can help control allergies, yet have different side effects? I'm particularly interested in how loratadine works without causing sleepiness, while a single 25 mg capsule of diphenhydramine is able to knock me out in a matter of minutes.
How does one get on a headhunter list?
How do I get on a headhunter list? [more inside]
Why why is is Firefox Firefox repeating repeating words words??
Why does Firefox occasionally repeat the right-click spellcheck suggested words? [more inside]
A comparative (also contemporary) text for Henry D. Thoreau's "Civil Disobedience?"
What contemporary text (including, books, newspapers, magazines, music, movies, or television) can I compare to Henry David Throreau's "Civil Disobedience." The text must no more that 25 years old. [more inside]
No agent, no pride
Question for pro screenwriters...since the strike is on right now, would this be an abnormally good time, or an abnormally bad time, to try to get an agent? [more inside]
Financial couples counseling in L.A.?
Looking for a financial (not debt/credit) counselor in Los Angeles area for a couple with different financial approaches/backgrounds. [more inside]
Speech Anxiety - What to do?
How do I survive a presentation-laden semester w/ social-anxiety? [more inside]
Very short nonconsensual sexual activity: confused, upset, guilty, anxious, please advise!
I had a bad, less than entirely consensual sexual experience that I'm confused about and having difficulty moving past. I'm hoping for insight about resolving this and moving on, because it's causing me some anxiety and I want to feel good about my sexuality. [more inside]
Chicago hotel bars?
Good hotel-style bar in Chicago for a low-key birthday party? [more inside]
Making daylight?
What is the cheapest, most cost-effective way to have a lamp (or lighting fixture of some variety) mimic (roughly) daylight hours, including fading in slowly in the morning and going off slowly in the evening? [more inside]
Help! Seasick transmitters!
I need to do some highly sophisticated pitch-correction on some old reel-to-reel recordings. What software to use? [more inside]
Applying custom CSS styles inside a DIV without touching existing tags
Is there a way to alter a CSS property but only within a specific section of a website, WITHOUT touching the content's tags? [more inside]
Where can I get a listing of possible tracking number formats for all the major couriers?
Where can I get a listing of possible tracking number formats for all the major couriers? [more inside]
Pre-gapped sparkplugs
Is there any difference in performance between pre-gapped sparkplugs (such as these) and ones that you have to gap yourself? [more inside]
Fun Vegas Restaurant
Need help finding a fun restaurant in Las Vegas, preferably off the strip. [more inside]
Factory Testing of Dishwashers Leaves Water?
Is it normal to a brand new dishwasher (Kenmore), still in its box, to have water leak? Does Kenmore run some type of factory test that leaves water in the dishwasher before they send it out? [more inside]
How to shrink my presentation?
What is the most elegant solution (.ppt, .key, other) for shrinking my presentations to less than 5 mb on a mac? [more inside]
What are you doing to my computer?
I'd like to have a log file of everything an application does to my Windows (XP) system. All files added/removed, all changes to the registry, and everything else it does to the disk. Can this be done free or cheaply? [more inside]
I just don't know WHAT to call it!
What is the visual 'style' of this video called? [more inside]
Student loan consolidation- so what?
I'm trying to evaluate student loan interest rates for possible consolidation as I get quotes. All the consolidated rates (so far) seem to be the same. What am I looking for? [more inside]
Cheap Shoji?
I need a large sheet of thin but durable, mylar-ish translucent material in Toronto. [more inside]
Money for nothing ...
Should I do an uneccessary PET scan for money? [more inside]
Films conceived by High Schoolers
What popular movies were conceived of and/or written by the screenwriter when he or she were still in high school? [more inside]
Am I actually going to get in trouble if I drive this car?
My girlfriend and I are taking a trip. She's 27, I'm 24. We're renting a car in her name. What are the consequences if she doesn't tell Hertz about me, but I drive anyway? [more inside]
Stressed, only one week into term.
I burst into tears in front of a professor today. I need to learn how to relax. Please help. [more inside]
Chicago chalk?
Where can I find climbing/weightlifting chalk in Chicago? [more inside]
They came from outer space!
Why is my snow covered yard crawling with caterpillars? [more inside]
Teaching under the table in Brazil: what's the worst that could happen?
So, due to some random circumstances, I've been offered a chance to go teach English in Brazil for a few months. However, the school is just starting and is not licensed yet, so I would be paid under the table. I would be on a tourist visa so this would be illegal. How much trouble could I get into? [more inside]
COBRA vs. out-of-pocket group insurance?
I left my prior job in December and was hired by a temp agency. The agency offers an out-of-pocket health insurance plan. Does this mean I can't opt to continue my old coverage with COBRA instead? [more inside]
Free alt to NTI Shadow backup
I'm looking for a free alternative to NTI Shadow Backup on Windows. The features I'm most interested in are "Backup whenever the file is changed" and file versioning.
Instrumetal Breakdown
What are the best cinematic movie soundtracks you've ever heard? [more inside]
Best of Both Worlds
Where can I go in NYC that serves both ice cream AND hard liquor-- as many varieties of both as possible?
What's the Wall-E music?
Catfish & Tilapia recipes?
Give me your favorite simple Catfish or Tilapia recipes! [more inside]
Arabic tattoos
Tattoo filter; My second tattoo question. I would like to get an Arabic themed sleeve on my arm. What sort of things can I look for inspiration. Any Arab art that might be a good start? My goal would be to show the artist pieces that I liked and have him draw his own interpretation of it. Any help is truly appreciated.
Is my mom's behavior towards my little brother inappropriate?
My mom's quasi-incestuous behavior towards my younger brother seriously squicks me out. Is her behavior actually quasi-inscestuous? And what should I do? [more inside]
What to do with all that money?
I will soon receive an inheritance of about $100,000-$150,000 (numbers are vague right now). I'm looking for tips and advice for managing that money. [more inside]
how do I find a cheap place in london quickly?
how do I find a cheap place in london quickly? [more inside]
Find myself a city to live in (NYC isn’t doing it for me)
I need some suggestions for a place to live that fits me better than NYC – somewhere liberal, outdoorsy, and friendly. East Coast preferred. Further explanation inside. [more inside]
"If I can make it there..."
Is living in New York really that hard? [more inside]
How do I unlock a downloaded podcast?
How do I unlock a downloaded podcast? [more inside]
Intuition Puzzles
How do you improve your intuition? Is there an equivalent to logic puzzles for developing the ability to think inuitively? Not the "ah ha" type of puzzle like 88 K on a P. Some other structured activity that goes beyond philosophical advice like "listening to your inner dialog." I already believe in intuition; I'm just looking for ways to exercise it.
Make admissions go "wow"
Resume filter: I'm applying to the business program at my university and I need to include a resume with my application. I want admissions to say "wow." [more inside]
What does the construct "?/" refer to in Ruby?
What does the construct "?/" refer to in Ruby? [more inside]
My little pumpkin is leaving--in 2 years!
How do parents of an only child let them go when it's time to leave the nest for college? I have a 15 yr. old and I'm already dreading her going out into the big bad cruel world--(ok, so its just college). But I don't want her to see how worried I am and not have a nervous breakdown in front of her ;-)
So how can I prepare myself for this big milestone?
Help my engagement and wedding rings get along!
Is there a name for the ring you wear between a mis-matched engagement ring and a wedding ring that serves to adapt the round form of one to the flat form of the other? Where do I get one? In San Francisco, preferably. Bonus if the jeweler specializes in vintage pieces. [more inside]
Waffles beyond breakfast?
I just got a waffle iron. Is there anything I can make with it besides the obvious? [more inside]
Spreadsheet average help
I'd like a spreadsheet (OpenOffice Calc) to give me the average of the numbers in a certain row that will be filled over a period of months, and I'd like the formula for the average to remain valid even as I fill it, cell by cell. How? [more inside]
I'm my mother's favorite. Now what?
My mother recently told me I'm her favorite child. How can I deal with the guilt? [more inside]
Creative ways to distrubute flyers and laws against them.
I want to start up my own computer repair business on the site. What are some creative ways to distribute flyers? Also does anyone know if there are laws against distributing them in a certain way?
How do I relieve this pain in my shoulders?
I'm having a pretty standard tight pain in my shoulders (most likely due to stress), kind of like my shoulders are stuck in the tensed up shrug position. Can the hivemind recommend some remedies? I found some exercise sites from past posts, but anything would be helpful.
Help me plan/budget a 1-week Spain or Greece vacation!
Help me figure out a budget and an example itinerary for a February trip to Spain or Greece! [more inside]
My MacBook desktop is suddenly too big for the screen!
My MacBook desktop is suddenly too big for the screen! [more inside]
Please help me save years of digicam pics!
How can I save my digicam pics (retrieved from various old CDs and DVDs) and not spend weeks on it? Currently many of them crash (Windows) Explorer. [more inside]
How much will a bankruptcy cost?
How much should a personal bankruptcy cost in Michigan? [more inside]
I'm not sneaker-obsessed, but I'd like to learn.
To all the sneaker pimps* out there: what can you tell me about sneaker culture?
*no, not the band [more inside]
How to best protect electrical equipment in a underground utility room?
How to best protect electrical equipment in a underground utility room? [more inside]
Need some advice for flying with 2 toddlers
Air Travel Noob: I need some advice for traveling with my 4 1/2 year old daughter and 2 year old son. I have flown ONCE in my whole life and now I need some advice. [more inside]
Any sellers of glass paperweights in the NYC area?
Where can I buy a glass paperweight in the NYC area? [more inside]
Semester in SEA.
A friend wants to spend 3 or 4 months in South East Asia. His budget is US $3000 (including transportation). Is this enough money, if he stays in mid-range guesthouses? He is a writer, and is wondering if bringing his laptop is a good idea. He's been to China before, but is completely unfamiliar with South East Asia, and hasn't traveled extensively in the past. Any itinerary ideas would be appreciated.
Can anyone recommend a decent URL blocker for IE along the lines of Leechblock or somesuch?
I'm descending into procrastination-by-browsing meltdown and finding it nigh on impossible to drag myself away from certain sites but it's draining my productivity.
I'm covered for firefox with Leechblock but I have to use IE to access our CMS. I checked other answers here, and googled a bit but all I could find was temptation blocker, I installed it but as far as I can see it only blocks apps rather than urls.
Anyone know of any other options (beyond developing some backbone!)? I don't have any admin access to my PC so I can't meddle with the settings and I don't really want to alert my employers to the fact that I'm trying to curb my non-work usage!
Where should we look to find my guy a creative/tech job in Austin, TX?
Austin, Tx help! What jobs are available for and/or which companies would be interested in a person with a current job that's variously described as creative, educational, social, entertaining, games-, media- and/or tech-related? [more inside]
Toronto Pottery Throw-Down
Recommendations for good pottery/ceramics courses in Toronto? [more inside]
Can I force wireless to only function via VPN?
How do I force WiFi to only work through VPN on company laptops? [more inside]
A traveler without observation is a bird without wings.
Hey, business travelers! I've got some questions for you. :) [more inside]
How can I see pages side-by-side in Acrobat 8?
How can I open multiple pages at once in Acrobat, so I can see them side-by-side? [more inside]
Bespoke in the Windy City
help me give a presentation on "new media/web2.0" by suggesting books, articles and exercises.
I need to give a presentation on "new media". Help me by suggesting articles, books, and exercises that best demonstrate how electronic communication has changed the way we communicate. [more inside]
The best and worst volunteering organisations...
Im interested in doing some Camp America/BUNAC/GAP year type programmes over the next year hopefully including one that gives me a Teaching English as a Foreign Language qualification... [more inside]
Hi, I'm AWKWARD! (But how awkward am I?)
Do people with under-developed social skills know that their skills need work? If so, how? [more inside]
I knew this dame was trouble...
Police procedural/gumshoe, sandbox games? [more inside]
Old-Timey Shave in Chicago?
Where can I get an old-timey shave in the city of Chicago? [more inside]
What happens if you fight
What are the repercussions for getting into a fist fight outside of a bar? [more inside]
...In the past, with my granddad, in a warm kitchen, with ginger ale...
Help me find a certain juice glass... [more inside]
delta machine music
Is there such a thing as industrial-blues? [more inside]
Where to find great beer in NYC
What brewpubs are there in NYC? What bars have good selections of beers brewed by local breweries? [more inside]
My desk always gets overrun with creeps.
How can I beat Desktop Tower Defense on hard mode? [more inside]
Caller id woes: no ones knows it's me
I have terrible cell reception in my house so I have been forwarding my cell calls to my home phone when I'm at home. This has worked great. There's a problem though. [more inside]
A Little Beauty Help for an African Queen?
Manchester, NH: Where can I find beauty salons that cater to African hair (braids, weaves, extensions, texture)? [more inside]
Excitement
How can I add more novelty and adventure into my life? [more inside]
Porn for girls. That isn't gross.
I'm looking for porn a girl might like. But apparently I'm picky. [more inside]
No ovaries, now what?
I recently had an operation to remove my remaining ovary. I just turned 40 and am now on hormones. What should I expect? [more inside]
I love it, but it makes me smell
I was going to post this as myself, but I bottled out. I can be contacted on cabbagebreath68 @ googlemail.com.
What can I do to limit the amount of gas produced by eating foods such as beans, cauliflower, radishes, etc? [more inside]
To Live and Dine in L.A.
I'll be spending the next week in L.A. I'm from the Midwest, unremarkable smallish town with zero culinary culture. Help me find places to to eat during the trip, but they have to be quick/take-out places. [more inside]
Strong real females in movies
Pamela Landy, in the 2nd and 3rd Bourne movies, is an uncomplicatedly powerful female character and I'm looking for other fiction movies with similar characters. (Inside I explain a little more what I'm looking for.) I don't have any spoilers inside for the Bourne movies, and please avoid spoilers for any movies you recommend, thanks! [more inside]
PatentFilter
PatentFilter: When das a patent expire? [more inside]
Thanks for sharing
Can anyone recommend a good place for rijstafel in London(UK)? [more inside]
Research on effectiveness of exercises in learning.
Does anyone know of research on the effectiveness of non-theoretical exercises (i.e.: finding a derivative of a simple polynomial when learning calculus, adding numbers when learning arithmetic, etc.)? [more inside]
you CAN always get what you want...
i'm looking for songs about selfishness. the tricky part is, i'm looking for lyrics that celebrate or accept selfishness as the way the world works nowadays. with all apologies to the rolling stones, you CAN usually get what you want nowadays -- if you live in a first-world nation. where's the music about that?
Should I buy winter clothing in Utah or London?
Would I be better off buying a winter coat and heavy shoes in Park City, Utah or London? [more inside]
How much food do my pills need?
My prescribed medication needs to be taken "with or after food". How much food and how long after? [more inside]
Can I save my job?
I am 99% sure I will be out of a job this week...am I on the right track professionally? What next? [more inside]
How can I justify needing a non-XP system?
I work in a digitally backward environment (locked down XP builds), and am constantly frustrated by it. However, if I can make the business case, they will, I believe let me run my Mac on the network (and let my boss run his Linux machine). Can anyone help me make that case? [more inside]
Coffee + Laptop? Never again.
Another laptop + spill question. Am I in the clear or have I simply screwed things over now? [more inside]
They have humor in London...right?
Where can I find my beloved "The Onion" in London? Just moved to London from California where I could find an Onion newspaper on almost every street corner. Short of paying the $200 a year for a subscription, does anyone know where I can find the satirical newspaper in London?
Basic textbook for understanding GMO?
Is there a concise, up-to-date textbook on biotechnology and the techniques for genetic modification of plant varieties, which will give me enough knowledge to talk to an expert on the subject? [more inside]
Damn cats again
Please help me settle a discussion with my boyfriend: he says that panthers are always leopards. In Wikipedia I have read that the word "panther" can mean several kinds of big cats: [more inside]
Themed menu ideas
Can someone give me suggestions for my menu for one of my cooking classes? [more inside]
Back to The Grind
Every night at 12:10AM, the brand new primary hard drive in my computer begins grinding away for a duration of 10-60 seconds. Why? [more inside]
hard to identify Simple minds ripoff
what's that song ? Who ripped off "new gold dream" keyboard line ? [more inside]
January 13
Non-distracting music for reading?
What music can you listen to while reading, and not get distracted from your text? [more inside]
Is magicjack VoIP worth getting?
How to check beer on a plane?
What is the best way to take an entirely legal quantity of beer across the continent, on a plane? [more inside]
My hard drive asplode! Anyone know of any free utlities I can use to repair damaged directory structures?
Recently, one of my hard drives failed, with bad sectors all over the place. I've gotten the partition repaired, but some of the directories are damaged. What free tools can I use to reconstruct them? [more inside]
Books on India
If you please—I urgently require a few good recommendations of novels that have India as a backdrop. [more inside]
Is there any place in the Caribbean that has a backpacker vibe?
Is there any place in the Caribbean that has a backpacker vibe? Or do you have to go to Central America / Mexico to get that?
Help me get my truck fixed up
What should I ask the mechanic to do to get my 1995 truck running smoother again? [more inside]
Video capture on a ThinkPad T42?
Is my ThinkPad laptop capable of video capture? [more inside]
How to fund small film?
Having asked this already, and having followed some of that really great advice, I've found that I'm only 50% Hollywood compliant. So I want to do my own film, here in San Diego. Any advice for getting funding for a couple of cameras and some sound? [more inside]
I'd like to breathe again, please.
Apartment life. The smoker downstairs is making it very difficult for me to breathe! [more inside]
Nice rack.
Design for a home-made wooden snowboard/ski/snowshoe rack? [more inside]
Arrgh, cap'n! Thar be a boat-shoe-y issue amidships
Are Rivers' boat shoes any good? [more inside]
Is congealed milk solids the norm for glass-bottle milk?
I bought some Meadowbrook Farms whole milk in a glass bottle a couple of days ago. Expiration date: Jan 21. I noticed today when I opened it and poured milk out that some of the milk solids had congealed on the inside of the top of the neck of the glass jar (and some of that came out with the poured-out milk). Is this a sign of rottenness, or of some kind of extremely wholesome milk? I can't tell from the smell.
I know there is a way to do this! There HAS to be!
MS Excel question: Creating a master spreadsheet that dynamically updates when information is updated from any one of six other spreadsheets. Possible? [more inside]
My god, it's full of Stars
I'm looking for a series of hardback science fiction anthologies I dimly remember from childhood (sometime in the mid 80s). I think it had a one word title with a number, and the series went up to at least number five. I remember two stories in particular... [more inside]
*(&wtfdoesthismean);
I can handle Ruby, Python, PHP, Perl, and, sigh, Java. My C and C++ are purely academic. How do I get into 'real' programming as an undergrad. [more inside]
Where to learn Spanish in Boston?
Where should I take beginning Spanish lessons in Boston or Cambridge? [more inside]
Helpe me make lemonade from this lemon.
My practically-new car is having serious problems, but the dealers don't believe me. What can I do to get the car fixed once and for all, or else get out of my lease? [more inside]
What music is similar to the main theme from HBO's Rome?
I love the Main Title Theme (composed by Jeff Beal) from the HBO series "Rome." Unfortunately, it is only about 1.5 minutes long. Can any of you think of some music that is similar? Strong on percussion, interesting rythms, period sounding, etc. (FYI, I have checked out Jeff Beal's other music.)
Fluorescent flat caffeine lights / It's furious balancing
What online reads can you recommend on the subject of circadian rhythms and rituals, preferably from an anthropological and/or historical point of view? [more inside]
How do I make my Excel equations pretty?
Is there a way to format equations in Excel so they are more readable? [more inside]
Looking for music recommendations similar to Lily Allen, Kate Nash and Anna Nalick
Looking for music recommendations similar to Lily Allen, Kate Nash and Anna Nalick
Call Me: Anytime Anyplace Anywhere Anyway
Novel Research Filter: Help me describe phone culture/ etiquette in the 70's prior to the advent of answering machines. [more inside]
Help me keep my vinyl (record) clean, please. ;)
Anyone know a good traffic attorney in New Hampshire? [more inside]
Two simultaneous users on one computer
PCTech: I would like to have two users on one desktop, simultaneous with two monitors, keys, and mice experiencing independent environments. Can I achieve this in Windows without two OS? [more inside]
Looking for an algorithm for decomposing an image to best-fit of arbitrary templates
I'm looking for an algorithm to come up with a good match for an input image by overlaying a number of smaller template images from a library of templates. For a simple example, if I give my algorithm a picture of a red lollipop with a white stick, I'd like it to search its library and find, say, a red circle and a skinny white rectangle and overlay them. [more inside]
Is DeVry for me?
Given my situation, could DeVry be a good idea? [more inside]
Does Pitt hold classes in the Nationality Classrooms?
Are classes actually run in the "Nationality Classrooms" at the University of Pittsburgh? If so, has anyone here had a class in one, and what was it like? I'm interested in acoustics, distraction, etc. -- i.e. things you'd think of as a classroom designer or a teacher.
Help me choose a hot/cold smoker.
Need a smoker for both salmon and pork shoulder. [more inside]
How do you measure progress in war?
What are some objective criteria/metrics by which to measure progress towards success or failure in a war or other extended conflict? [more inside]
Who's that (porn) girl?
For porn connoisseurs: Can you tell me the name of this girl? [link Safe For Work]
Need help with photoshop workflow
I'm a photoshop newbie. I recently came back from vacation and have close to 1500 pictures on my harddrive. It's overwhelming just thinking about filtering, organizing, and editing the pictures. What is you guys' workflow when it comes to managing and editing large amount of pictures. I don't want to edit all of them. I just want to pick out the ones I like and edit those but there are just way too many pictures to go through.
Now there's noise, now it's quiet
I'm looking for a splitter that will allow me to have my headphones and my speakers plugged into the same port on my PC. Where can I buy one from? [more inside]
Make my '65 Deluxe Reverb Reissue Sing
What tricks/tips do I need to know about my new Fender '65 Deluxe Reverb Reissue Amp? [more inside]
Basic web development?
Basic web development for a non-technical user? [more inside]
What games are set in Los Angeles?
What video games feature Los Angeles as the setting? [more inside]
Members Only!
What are some retail credit card accounts (ie Macy's Card) that deliver good freebies, coupons, discounts or other promos for members? [more inside]
Better Online Bank
I'm wanting to move to a bank with a better online experience (and solid features). I'm currently in Tampa, FL though I'm hoping to move to Orlando in the near future. I like my current back, but the online experience is... lacking. Anyone really like their bank and it's online interface?
Help me find Serbian snacks in the UK
Does anyone know of any shops that sell Eastern European food (Serbian or Croatian) in England? [more inside]
Cleaning grease off a wall
How do I clean grease off a kitchen wall? [more inside]
Splitting posts
I have a blog and using blogger but the blog is hosted on my own site. I'm having a problem splitting up posts. [more inside]
Unable to reach site from home, but fine elsewhere!
Since around new years eve I have been unable to reach my website from home. Email has also stopped working. BUT, if I can reach it from work and other places, just not at home.
What's going on and how do I fix it? [more inside]
Why is kitty trailing her poo?
Why is kitty trailing poo from the litter box--and how do we get her to stop? [more inside]
Big Business Unwilling to Change
On the way to Henry's Market to buy the avocados for guacamole, I was listening to a story on NPR about the automobile industry's unwillingness to adopt stricter mileage standards at a time when gas is $100 a barrell yadda yadda.
There are plenty of examples of companies that are unwilling to adapt their business practices in changing times, like the recording industry's fiasco with peer2peer file sharing and drug companies' ip battles.
I imagine three hundred years in the future we will all be driving our garbage-powered plastic flying cars (or working at home) looking back on the time when oil was this hypervalued commodity and people were willing to kill other people over it and we will think how sad a time that was.
My question, then: Are there examples from the past of companies or whole industries that used to be in a situation similar to oil, big pharma, RIAA, etc. that are now less causing of worry among the general public than they used to be?
My roommate suggested railroads, and that makes sense to me. Any other examples?
Can I get into America with this ID?
Can I, a Canadian citizen, get through the American border, by car, with the following pieces of ID: [more inside]
Cheap but bombproof
I'm looking for examples of insanely overbuilt, reasonably-priced consumer goods: "Cheap, bombproof...XXXXX" [more inside]
How to get over a really bad breakup?
Fell in love with a prostitute. Lasted 3 years; ended badly. How to get over it? [more inside]
Travel dates in the months before passport expiration
My U.S. passport expires 13 Oct 08 and I need to book one international trip before then: leaving New York 17 July 08, returning 2 Aug 08 (one destination country, a non-EU-member in Eastern Europe, plus stops for flight transfers in one or two EU member countries). Is it even worth researching various countries' and airlines' how-close-to-expiration-date safety ranges for travel, or should I just assume I MUST renew my passport before then?
Nipping crazy in the bud
I'm young and new at relationships...but already noticing some bad tendencies. How can I stop them before I get blacklisted as a psycho girlfriend? [more inside]
Need a paradigm for falling in love!
How does one fall in love in one's late 30's, when one's head is full of mortgage payments, favorite restaurants, and past ex's? What does it mean to fall in love? (A bit complicated) [more inside]
Freelancing in different fields
Tell me about people who freelance in different fields simultaneously, in order to increase their income, based on skills, talents, hobbies etc. Personal stories preferred. [more inside]
Legal to just use a few seconds of a copyrighted song?
Is there a certain number of seconds below which it is okay to use copyrighted music without permission? [more inside]
looking for texas wedding venue
I live in Austin Texas and just got engaged. I am trying to find a venue that offers an outdoor ceremony site and an indoor or covered reception area. My budget is no more than 2,000 dollars. [more inside]
Great books about China?
Please recommend books about China and the Chinese. [more inside]
Nightlife in Berlin suggestions?
Going to Berlin in March with some Friends was wondering if anyone new a cool website that might detail whats going on between March 27th -31st. [more inside]
Can you recommend examples of presentations using Keynote?
Can you recommend examples of presentations using Keynote? [more inside]
Do I want my MTV?
Help me choose my Canadian cable television channels. [more inside]
Feeding the beast – on time
Journalists of Metafilter – hit me with your tips for fast filing. My job (as a reporter at a daily newspaper) has gone really well and I just got a promotion!!!! Hurrah! But soon I'm going to have to do a lot more work in a lot less time. So I need to file my copy much, much faster. [more inside]
Cigars make life worth living
How do I move my cigars across an ocean? [more inside]
How do I Windowsfy Mac OS X?
There are lots of tutorials and software on how to Macify Windows but is there anything out there on how to Windowsfy a Mac? [more inside]
Last Chance to See the Best Parts
Recommend me the best passage in Last Chance to See (Douglas Adams). [more inside]
January 12
Is there an animated inspirational quote screensaver?
Is there a Windows screensaver that animates text of inspirational quotes (allows me to add my own quotes)? [more inside]
Where can I buy an adult seat for the back of a bicycle?
What is that glove-thing Leonard Nimoy/David Kibner wears in Invasion of the Body Snatchers?
What is that glove-thing Leonard Nimoy/David Kibner wears in Invasion of the Body Snatchers? Fashion accessory? Therapeutic device? Latest in pod couture?
Please help me find a cool piggy/coin bank
Is there a term for when you see something you like, later on consider going back to get it, and when you finally decide to buy it, it is no longer available? "Non-buyer's remorse"? Anyhow, I digress: [more inside]
I want those entries gone!
I deleted every single entry from my blog so that I can start fresh. But all the old entries are showing up in RSS and Atom feeds. How can I make those go away too? [more inside]
Mr. Smith, this was your life. Now pay up!
I'm looking for some information and tips on how to create and successfully run a business to create video memorials and tributes for weddings, anniversaries, funerals, parties, and other events. [more inside]
Why the drop in incarceration for public order crimes?
According to these pages on the U.S. Bureau of Justice site, imprisonment for public order offenses suddenly fell by a third in 2002. Why?
Why do my rosemary plants die every winter?
Help my rosemary plant live through the winter! [more inside]
Syncing a Razr? More like STINKING A RAZR
iSync question: I'm trying to use a USB cable to sync a Razr V3 with iSync 2.4 on an iBook G4 running Tiger, but something's not clicking. iSync recognizes the phone and it claims to Sync it, but nothing gets added to Address Book. What's the deal? The iBook doesn't have Bluetooth capability, so I can't use that. [more inside]
How do I feel okay about being alone?
How can I feel better about being alone? [more inside]
Name That Vintage Camera
Please help me identify my father's old 35mm camera from my horribly vague description. [more inside]
Help me get to know Brooklyn
Send me on a tour of Brooklyn that will help me decide which part of it to live in. [more inside]
how split a string in bash?
using bash, i need to split a variable in two, on whitespace, but with just the first word in one variable, and the rest in the second variable. this is a one liner with perl. how in bash? [more inside]
Nokia's Exchange Mail as a bridge to iCal work sync
I use Nokia's Exchange Mail push technology on my E61i. Pretty happy with how it works. I am considering getting a new MacBook. Given the luck of any more reliable means of syncing my iCal with work's Exchange, (no, Entourage is not an option) I was wandering if any one has experienced with the Nokia phone working as a bridge between iCal and Exchange. I hope to sync my iCal with the phone and the phone should automatically should replicate the events to exchange. Sounds like it should work?
Looking for non-WYSIWYG web-based file editor app
Old-school, non-WYSIWYG web-based file editor apps. Do they still exist? [more inside]
American Blu-Ray Player; European TV - Will it blend?
Will a Blu-Ray player purchased in America work with a TV purchased in England? [more inside]
How to teach myself computer science?
I want to teach myself computer science. I know that teaching myself is far from a university education on the subject, but I'd like to try. How can I teach myself? What are books/lectures/tools/websites/anything that I could use to do this? Covering everything from the programming languages themselves, to algorithms, software development, and the mathematics background necessary for this. [more inside]
How do I get a new job ASAP?
So I just quit my job at the local cookie cutter super book store (think Barnes and Noble... except not). How do I get a new job pronto and make rent this month? [more inside]
Use the Hivemind, Luke
Help me create a new score for Star Wars. [more inside]
Tascam USB box vs. Martin D-16
Tascam USB 122 + onboard factory-installed Martin acoustic pickup = lost signal. Wha? [more inside]
mod_rewrite, modern delight.
I'm moving a website from one host to another and adding a level to the directory structure. How can I do this with mod_rewrite? [more inside]
Family Budget Decision-making
Look, I truly do get the “know your income, know your expenses” bit about budgeting. And I’m pretty frugal in my habits. My problem is this, as the financial head of this family, I have to decide what we will spend our inadequate resources on. So in general, how to prioritise discretionary spending in a fair and efficient manner? [more inside]
Why does my computer keep freezing?
Why does my Windows XP machine freeze every half an hour? [more inside]
Why would siblings who don't know they're siblings be attracted to each other?
Why would siblings who don't know they're siblings be attracted to each other? [more inside]
DIVX/XVID from PC to TV by DVI
I want something just like an Apple TV, but without the reliance on iTunes. Specifically, I want to view DIVX/XVID content from my Vista PC, wirelessly, with DVI output. With a $200 budget, have I no hope? [more inside]
Where do the quilters hang out?
What are the preeminent online resources for quilters? [more inside]
First time visit to Chicago
What should I do in Chicago this Monday from 3 pm until bedtime? [more inside]
Why "scrub"?
Why is "scrub" suddenly the most popular insult among 12-year-olds? [more inside]
It happened to this one lady one time
Theory: Cancerous skin cells from your lips, when aspirated, can give you lung cancer. [more inside]
Quest for the perfect bag
I recently fell in love with this satchel at Sundance and wanted to replace my Timbuk2 Metro bag with it. Unfortunately, it lacks interior pockets. [more inside]
Reconstructing cost basis on gifted bonds while I was an infant
I was given (gifts) federal savings bonds throughout my early childhood. When I was starting college, I cashed the bonds. Then, we had a devastating home fire disaster. I lost ALL of the paperwork for these bonds. The IRS came back regarding my taxes and wants to tax me on ALL of the redemtion. How can I construct the proper cost basis with NO information? Continue on for more details ... [more inside]
Help. My mac runs slow.
Help me, my mac is running slow! I have a theory that this relates to not utilizing the full amount of memory that is available. [more inside]
How hard is the MD bar?
How hard is the Maryland bar?
Help me sync my phone!
What's the best-case scenario for syncing my cell phone with a Linux desktop? [more inside]
How to Change my Worrywort Perspective
How do I Change my Worrywort Perspective? [more inside]
Great Adjustable Height Desk?
Anybody have an adjustable-height sit/stand desk they love? [more inside]
How do I make a blackcurrant and Guinness?
How do I properly add blackcurrant to Guinness? [more inside]
Should I ditch my Air Miles card?
I'm in Canada, and have an Air Miles card, which I use sporadically on grocery purchases..and that's about it. I just checked my total, and it turns out in seven years, I've earned a paltry 474 miles (less than half of what I'd need to get, say, a free blender).
Needless to say, I'm not thrilled with those returns. Should I scrap the card, or try to use it more wisely - maybe get an Air Miles credit card, or go to different stores? Suggestions welcome. [more inside]
Build/Promote a Non-Commercial Web Site
How do I build and promote a totally non-commercial web site to disseminate useful and creative tricks for fixing a number of supposedly incurable health problems? [more inside]
Does my ass look good in these?
Anyone know where I can find Cheap Monday jeans in Toronto? [more inside]
Best saw blade to cut LDF?
What type of saw blade should I use to cut LDF (light density fiberboard?) [more inside]
Help me make it through the sunshine
Anyone here familiar with the polar opposite of SAD disorder? Or to be more specific it seems a majority of people in every culture suffer varying degrees of sadness and 'the blues' during short and/or inclement weather days. Any number of studies confirm this But what if so called 'beautiful' days depress you? [more inside]
What tools exist for OS X to manage my music library?
What tools exist for OS X to manage my music library? [more inside]
Firefox javascript tab closure command?
Firefox javascript command: how to close a tab? Last week you helped me create a toolbar bookmark for scrolling down a half page in Firefox using the command javascript:self.scrollBy(0,300); as seen here.
Now I'd like to add a second command to that bookmark: a command to close the active tab. The button then would close the active tab and subsequently scroll down a half page of the next tab that appears. In my reading there appears to be some difficulty making using javascript to close tabs in FF 2.0, and not all pre FF 2.0 solutions currently work.
Ideas?
Transportation and domestic help options for an elderly couple in Stamford, CT
Transportation and domestic help options for an elderly couple in Stamford, CT? [more inside]
VINfilter
I blew my motorcycle engine. I found a good, cheap replacement from a salvage yard. Do I have to worry about the VIN not matching my bike after I have it installed? [more inside]
Diplomats who wrote plays?
Looking for examples of diplomats who were/are also involved in the performing arts. [more inside]
Upgrading Hard Drive beyond PCs recommended capacity?
Would upgrading my hard drive again be pushing my luck? I'm already beyond my laptop's specifications. [more inside]
Going on Safari (Ultimate E-book Edition)
Is O'Reilly's Safari bookshelf a good substitute for printed computer books? As the walls of shelves in my office close around me, I need to either get rid of a lot of my old books, or stop buying new ones. I like to print things and annotate them, and it looks like O'Reilly doesn't let one print much without additional charges.
Looking for a definitive list of Tom Waits's spoken word tracks
I'm looking for a definitive list of Tom Waits's spoken word tracks. [more inside]
All I wanna do is listen to Cheap Trick ive at Budokan
Does anyone else have problems with their cat attacking the record or the turntable every time they try and play vinyl? She likes that it spins. [more inside]
I don't like the way my dry-cleaned shirts feel
Will my cotton shirts ever feel soft again? [more inside]
PayPal considered right-wing?
Do PayPal's profits still go to right-wingers? [more inside]
Fashion resources for South Asians
What good fashion/style/beauty resources are out there for South Asian (Indian/Bangladeshi/Pakistani) women that aren't all about saris and lenghas? [more inside]
Bomber? WWIII? Someone ejects? Help me remember this movie.
A bomber movie - I remember it from childhood. WWIII, drama, I'm pretty sure it was in color. [more inside]
I've been to SLC & Vegas, but not LA.
I'm going on a business trip to LA week after next. Having never been there, I have no idea how to pack. [more inside]
Ghost bit-torrent tracker
How do torrents work? [more inside]
Suppliers to the trade
What sorts of items do individuals commonly buy for personal use from "B2B" catalogs or suppliers that primarily sell to industrial or commercial customers, or to professionals in particular industries? "Tactical clothing" is an example that comes to mind. And what are the reasons?
Meaner Little Pix
Experimental lit recommendations please.
Also: Do you know of any female fiction experimentalists? [more inside]
Also: Do you know of any female fiction experimentalists? [more inside]
Wyh can't I produce coherent speech any more?
Why do I seem to be increasingly mixing up my words/letters in writing and speech? [more inside]
Academic politics are vicious because the stakes are so low?
Does anyone have a decent citation for the idea that academic politics are so cruel/brutal/intense/vicious because the stakes are so low? [more inside]
Image Transfer Automation for the Lazy
On Windows, what are my freeware or cheap options for image transfer? Preferably something that automates the image transfer from flash card, usb, etc. into folders such as "January 2008", according to the EXIF data. Picasa doesn't seem to do this. The bloatware that came with my HP printer/scanner does, but it's ... bloated.
January 11
A wallpaper changer that works
I'm looking for recommendations for a wallpaper changer or desktop photo viewer that's compatible with Vista. It must be able to change photos at least every 10 seconds or so, resize large photos properly, work with locally stored images, and be able to fill the screen. [more inside]
Any recommendations for a classic cocktail/mixed drink recipe book?
I'm looking for a recipe book for cocktails/mixed drinks. A good starter-ish/basic book that contains plenty of recipes, maybe a bit of background. Perhaps a sort of classic, definitive recipe book? Thanks.
How and if to extend an olive branch... ?
A few years ago, I wrote a nasty letter to someone I loved who'd wronged me. I shouldn't have done it; it was a very mean letter. I apologized profusely, but was asked by this person to never contact her again.
I miss her friendship desperately. Given that it's been two and a half years, would it be unconscionable for me to pen her a short letter asking if we can make peace? [more inside]
I miss her friendship desperately. Given that it's been two and a half years, would it be unconscionable for me to pen her a short letter asking if we can make peace? [more inside]
Salary Negotiation
How do I determine what my salary should be and prepare for salary negotiation in a job interview? [more inside]
IF YOU DO NOT RESOLVE OUR CLAIMS AGAINST YOU WITHIN
It appears my sister is being sued by the RIAA. [more inside]
Come with me to the Casbah, Cherie
Nontoxic, non burning fur lightener for cats? Is there way to painlessly, stinklessly give Ms. Black Kitty a light skunklike stripe for her own protection? She lurks in dark, high traffic areas on dark carpet and consequently gets tripped over occasionally at night. [more inside]
How do I pay off losses at a home sale?
What is the best option for paying off a mortgage when I take a loss on a condo sale - and are there any tax deductions I can take? [more inside]
Two be or not 2 be
How would you go about proving that numerals are more "readable" than numbers? [more inside]
external hard drive erased when plugged in after a fresh xp install!!!
short history: I started to get blue screens on my outdated laptop so I decided to just buy a new one. My new laptop came, I installed a fresh version of xp, rebooted, and plugged my old external in. I got the "Installing drivers for you new hardware" bubble in the task bar then after opening the external drive none of my files were there, but there was the four following:
clean (Windows nt command script)
install (folder )
windows (folder.. with a windows installation I didn't do!)
$$ rename (text document)
230 gigs gone :( The only thing I can think of is the initial blue screens on my OLD laptop were caused by a virus that had infected my external drive?
This had all my school notes, notes on books I've read, photos, backups of my old laptops partitions, all that kind of stuff from the past 3 years. I'm feeling kinda, sick, pissed off, and am wondering what the crap could have happened? Any help on this one would be VERY appreciated.
How fast will you lose thyroid hormone from your blood if you stop taking synthroid/levoxyl?
How quickly will your TSH lower if you stop taking daily thyroid hormone pills such as Synthroid/Levoxyl? [more inside]
Do seatbelts on horses improve safety?
If you wore a seatbelt on a horse, would you be safer or less safe than if you didn't use a seatbelt?
Looking for a good Mailman mailing list host
Looking for a good web host that supports Mailman mailing lists. Really supports it, not just has it installed. In my experience, at most places that have it installed (e.g. as part of cpanel), it works poorly and they don't know how to fix it. Ability to assist in transfer of mailing lists (e.g. use the config files fromt he old host) is also good. [more inside]
How can I seamlessly loop video in flash cs3? And how can I put titles in flvplayback menu?
How can I make a seamless FLV Video loop using flash cs3? Also! How can I put a title in the playback bar? [more inside]
How can you check what a DVD's region code is set to?
How can you check what a DVD's region code is set to? [more inside]
You're going...skiing!
Many years ago, Saturday Night Live used to showcase short films as interstitial material between skits. One of these was a take off of In Cold Blood, done in black-and-white, and depicted two men waiting outside a house in the dark, smoking, then donning ski masks and going up to the house, ringing the doorbell, and when the startled home owner opened the door announced "You're going...skiing!". At this point the film cut to stock footage of skiiers at a ski resort, uh, skiing.
Does anyone remember this short film? What was it called, who made it, and most importantly, where can I get a copy, preferably on DVD?
here stinky stinky
Why does my dog smell nice for a long time after a PetsMart bath, but stinks the next day after I give her a bath? [more inside]
waiting for godot.
is it foolish to wait for the fantasy of meeting someone and "instantly" knowing you want to marry them? [more inside]
Help with a Westie's nose
Crusty top of dog nose... what could it be? [more inside]
Clutch Help
Home mechanic question: changing a clutch. I'm changing the clutch in my wife's 1996 Jetta. I've almost gotten the transaxle off, but it's just barely hanging onto the engine. How do I get it off? A few more related questions inside-- any mechanics familiar with changing clutches, please help. [more inside]
How to use Wii Virtual Console
I bought a Wii in Japan, but will use it in Canada. Can I still download Virtual Console games? Two questions inside.... [more inside]
Will the wrong adress on a W-2 be a problem at tax time?
We got our W-2's today and my address is wrong. The street number and name and state is right, but the city and zipcode are wrong.
When this was pointed out to the office manager, he suggested scratching out the bad address and writing in the correct one. Will this be a problem? Would having the wrong address be a problem? The office manager seemed reluctant to fix it.
D/s: Help me be a good dominant
D/s: Help me be a good dominant. [more inside]
An ounce of prevention ...
What should I know about trademarks and copyrights before launching a web comics site? [more inside]
I'm looking for the least-expensive camcorder I can get my hands on.
I'm looking for the least expensive camcorder I can get my hands on. [more inside]
Low cal, low fat, low carb, high fiber, high protein foods?
One serving of lentils has only ~120 calories, 0 grams of fat, 10g of protein (20% of daily recommended amount), and 11g of fiber (44% of daily recommended amount).
What are other superfoods with similarly high levels of protein and fiber, and low levels of carbs, fat, and calories?
How to find images of the first German edition of Wittgenstein's Tractatus?
How might I obtain images or facsimiles of the first and last page of the very first German edition of Wittgenstein's Tractatus? [more inside]
Budget Dating Without Being Cheap
I am currently off work until my mental health improves and will shortly have one of my welfare payments suspended (I made some some from selling my half of a jointly owned house, but I'll need all of it to get a small apartment) so I will not have the money I used to for going to cinema or pub or restaurant. My girlfriend/ partner will be similarly impoverished but we don't just want to stay in and watch TV every night. So I was wondering if the group mind here could come up with suggestions for activities that don't cost a lot of money. I would like to be able to treat my partner to nice things but I won't be able to do that much, so I wondered what people here thought would be cheap things to do without seeming cheap, if that makes sense. [more inside]
How can I get Indesign CS3 to search multiple subdirectories for missing links?
My goodness! All the linked files in these InDesign CS3 layouts are scattered all over creation. How can my users relink them quickly? [more inside]
What is a good gift for a newly divorced friend?
What is a good gift for a newly divorced friend? [more inside]
An executive call screener?
What is this called: A little terminal (not part of the phone) on an executive's desk that says who is on the line. [more inside]
What's the best laptop available at Best Buy for about $1000?
What's the best laptop available at Best Buy for about $1000? My girlfriend has a credit to spend on a new laptop at Best Buy that will come to about $1000. This means that her options are limited to brands they carry: Acer, Compaq, Gateway, HP, Sony, and Toshiba. She would like something for basic email, internet, and word processing use. A light laptop is preferred over a speedy one, if that trade off is necessary. [more inside]
Desperately seeking nice, thin t-shirts/undershirts for women
Where can a woman buy nice t-shirts to wear under sweaters and other tops? [more inside]
NiMH AA and AAA batteries are 1.2V?
What's the deal with NiMH AA and AAA batteries being 1.2V? [more inside]
Primp my car
Austin/SubaruFilter. I'm in Austin TX and drive a Subaru. It's time for its 30,000-mile tune-up, and it probably needs some work. Obviously I could take it to the dealer, but I'm wondering if anyone has a recommendation for a local shop, particularly one specializing in Subarus.
Ignition Lock Assembly Repair
Apparently the ignition lock assembly on my 1999 Honda Accord is fried... [more inside]
Do I need an RF mouse?
I want to be able to click through some Powerpoint slides in a really large room when my computer is at the other end of it (about 100 ft away). There are no physical boundaries in the way (it's in direct sight). Do I need an RF mouse for this?
If so, does anyone have recommendations of good ones to buy? and where? It doesn't need to be overly fancy, probably a click and maybe a RMB click would be sufficient...
How to handle "No Solitation" signs...
No solicitation signs... [more inside]
Wanna-be web editor freelance ISO clued-up financial guru.
How much should I quote for a daily rate working freelance as a web content editor? [more inside]
She'd have such a lovely face, except...
SkinFilter: What skin care regimen would help my oily, zit-prone face? Are there EFFECTIVE lighteners that aren't hydroquinone to get rid of old brown marks? [more inside]
Help me use my cell phone to audiojournal.
How can I set up an audio-journaling scheme with my cell phone? [more inside]
How important is perfect hardwood to selling a house?
Do we really need to refinish our hardwood floors before we list our condo? [more inside]
How to stop robotic collection calls (that aren't even for me?)
I'm getting repeated collection calls for somebody who used my phone number when running up high bills. Here's the kicker -- the calls are multiple times a day, and BY COMPUTER. Basically, they're asking ME to call THEM to get this sorted out. Is this legal? Is there anything I can do?
What is the deal with Roman's speech?
Days of Our Lives question: I watched Days of Our Lives years ago and today caught an episode for the first time in quite a while. I noticed Roman sounded as though he had a stroke or something that interfered with his speech. Has the actor had a stroke or is this something in the story line? I googled the actor but found nothing. Thanks.
How can I pull one over on Outlook?
How can I trick Outlook into thinking an e-mail has just arrived in my inbox when, in fact, I'm really off-line? [more inside]
dvorak, leopard, textexpander/typeit4me
How do I get Dvorak, Leopard and either Typeit4me or TextExpander to work? [more inside]
Where are the comparison charts of Projectors?
Is there such a thing as a 1440x900 resolution projector? Better yet is there a nice grid for any of the manufacturers that shows that resolution, and the models it's available in? [more inside]
Once upon a time we bought a house...
What options are available to two individuals who co-own a house and one wishes to buy the other one out? [more inside]
censure, said the tenser
A) "At the next stage in the process, the tea leaves ARE blended".
B) "At the next stage in the process, the tea leaves WERE blended".
Is A correct from a formal grammar standpoint? If so, which tense is it using, and how is it using the past tense of "blend"? If not, why not?
There Are Too Many of Us in Our Bed
How Do I Tell Him I Don't Want Her In Our Bed? Should I Tell Him At All? I’m having a difficult internal discussion with myself this morning, in anticipation of a real discussion I think I should have later this evening. To wit: my S.O. brought a fantasy into our bed last night that disturbs me a lot. [more inside]
No more roast worms! Or worm-icicles, for that matter.
My amazing awesome husband got me a composter! Yeah! Now what do I do with it? [more inside]
Help finding a DVD
Help my friend find a DVD [more inside]
What are the best resources for learning how to master the "time remapping" feature of After Effects (CS3)?
What are the best resources for learning how to master the "time remapping" feature of After Effects (CS3)? [more inside]
We adore our cat and we're good parents to her. Do we have to give her up?
Our former roommate had a cat, which he was babysitting for his ex. He lived with us for 6 months and barely acknowledged this wonderful, personable animal - they hadn't bothered to give her a name - and my girlfriend and I became close with her and kept her for 2 months after the roommate moved out. Now he has reappeared and wants to take her back to a lonely, neglected existence. We want to say no. How can we do this? [more inside]
Help me explain what I call "cat mouth" to my boyfriend.
Help me explain what I call "cat mouth" to my boyfriend. [more inside]
Where do my car and I belong?
Help me figure out what to do about my driver's license and my car's tag & title (mainly FL but also GA). [more inside]
Can you help Amish looking for a lawyer?
Can you help Amish looking for a lawyer? [more inside]
Lease or own, which is a better experience?
What's the best way you've found to evaluate whether to lease or buy when financing the purchase of a car? Can I treat it as a forward or future contract? Can I negotiate the strike price? Does anyone have experiences on which worked out cheaper for them (lease, buy)? [more inside]
What should I know about hosting an unconference
What should I know about hosting an unconference? Have you organized or attended one before? What worked, what didn't? [more inside]
cheap car transport method?
Hi. I have have a sticky problem I hope some can give me a few suggestions about. My 21-year-old nephew is trying to find an economical way to transport his (not running) car from Twentynine Palms, CA to Albuquerque, NM. [more inside]
iTunes, iPod, Winamp, Zune... let's call the whole thing off
Zune, iTunes, and Winamp: is an (apparent) lack of support a deal-breaker? [more inside]
Help me reduce the reflection on my laptop lcd.
How can I make my laptop's lcd screen less reflective? [more inside]
Extremely simple SQL, Access, .ASP help.
How can a fool make a table in an Access database reference another table, using SQL and ASP? [more inside]
mac or pc ?
which is the best laptop if you're working with graphics ? [more inside]
Where's my traffic singularity?
If I wanted to extrapolate how many years it's going to take before traffic fatalities were reduced to a statistically insignificant occurrence, how would I do that? I would use the data from the Fatality Analysis Reporting System.
Fading Sheets
why are my blue sheets fading to grey? [more inside]
Rainy days and mondays always get me down.
What are some fun things to do in the Columbia, SC area (especially this weekend)? [more inside]
I Wish I Had a Diffy
I'm searching for the ultimate in hand-holding, peel-my-grape recursive directory diff tools for the lazy. [more inside]
YouTube without the comments
Can I send someone a YouTube video without the comments? [more inside]
Lost user settings on a win XP machine
Please help me restore my user settings (Win XP Pro). All of my wife's personal settings (also folders and files) have beem sent to the recycle bin upon restart. I tried to use the recycle bin restore feature, but to no avail. There is only one user account, and that seems to be set to new machine status. She wants her desktop back ! Last time, you guys saved my butt...can you do it again? Thanks.
Scion xB or minivan?
Minivan or Scion xB? [more inside]
XBox as media center w/ OS X?
I have an XBox 360 that I'd like to use to play divx/mpeg/mov files on the TV. I have a house full of Apple machines. Lastly, I don't want to violate the XBox warranty (and lose XBox Live). Is there anything I can do?
Authentication across Windows, Linux, and Mac
How do you use a single authentication system for different kind of servers, systems, and workstations? [more inside]
Net carbs - is fibre included in the UK?
Net carbs question: In the UK, where fibre is listed separately from carbohydrate on food packaging, does the concept of net carbs still apply? [more inside]
Green Tortoise-like but on the East Coast?
Is there anything like Green Tortoise that has East Coast and/or Eastern Canada trips? [more inside]
Debit to Credit transfer
Can a person add money to their checking account buy using a credit card balance transfer offer online and entering their Visa CheckCard number as the account to be credited?
Wipeout Pulse boost start
I have played previous versions of Wipeout on PS1 and PS2 and I seem to remember the ability to Boost Start at the beginning of a race. I now have Wipeout Pulse on the PSP and don't seem to be able to do this, or find any information on how to do it. Am I missing something?
Does direct bus/mass transit service from NJ to Brooklyn or Queens exist?
Is there any *direct* bus/van/shared ride service between New Jersey and either Brooklyn or Queens? [more inside]
Stories about healthy, "normal" marriages?
Stories about healthy, "normal" marriages? [more inside]
January 10
"He always plays himself."
What are some examples of actors "playing themselves" (not someone purposefully featured as themselves, but someone whose personality is so powerful that it overwhelms the character he/she is supposed to be playing)? For instance, some people say that no matter what movie he's in, Jack Nicholson always plays "Jack Nicholson." Other people say the same for Robert DeNiro or Clint Eastwood. I'm looking for some actors and roles that are the embodiment of this notion.
Going rate for apartments in San Francisco
What's the going rates for apartments in San Francisco? Is it as bad as it looks on craigslist? [more inside]
Blood Test: Legal in Canada?
In Canada is it legal to require a blood test for (A) employment; (B) group insurance eligibility? [more inside]
Starting Off Negative
Someone opened a credit account in my name a few years back; it is now overdue. What do I do? [more inside]
How do we go from NYC to LA in a week in the most interesting way?
My brother is moving to LA and I'm going to drive out there with him. I can only take about one week off of work so we want to keep it within 8 or 9 days. Where should we stop on the southern route from NYC to LA? We're thinking route 81 south then another highway west to California. [more inside]
Help me hide my YouTube shame!
How do I get a specific video to stop showing up as a related link to videos I post to YouTube? [more inside]
To shoot the messenger, press 1
I'm not cut out for call center work, but I'm stuck in one for seven more weeks. How do I deal with the many angry callers? [more inside]
Help me find a book about a troubled young gay man.
I'm trying to find the name of a book I read several years ago. The book told the life story of a young gay man who might have been British. Further, possibly only half-correct, details inside. [more inside]
Looking for an alternative to Nerve Magazine
I am looking for a magazine that would be interested in a story I've written about being in love without sexual attraction. Nerve is the only magazine that I can think of, but from the looks of things, I doubt they accept anything from writers outside of sunny California.
My story isn't sexual explicit, but I don't think a mainstream/family-friendly publication would be interested in this.
Does anyone have any suggestions for a Nerve-esque magazine (or zine) that accepts non-fiction that isn't supposed to make you horny?
How to secure a bike on a porch?
How to cheaply secure a bike on an unlocked porch? [more inside]
Short story about a barber who learns how someone will die?
What is the short story where there is a barber who, upon touching a person's head or hair, is able to see how the person will die?
That's all I can really recall about the story. I read it years ago when I was in high school in one of the literature books that some classes use for instruction.
Vancouver kind
Ok, I know there is a lot of info out there about this already but haven't found what I'm looking for. Any Vancouver"ites" know about the current status of the New Amsterdam cafe? I havent found a web site for them, and I hear that in the past few years several of the "pot cafes" have been shut down. [more inside]
Long lost short story: A pride of lions. She looks so tiny in her isolette. A flock of doves.
I'm trying to find a vaguely remembered short story. The story was about a woman whose baby was in the NICU and then passes away. What I distinctly remember is that peppered throughout the story were phrases such as "A pride of lions. A gaggle of geese. A flock of doves." Lists of names for collectives of animals started and ended the piece, I think. In between was a very sad story about a baby, including the line "unplug my baby like he's a toaster?" or something very similar. Sound familiar to anyone?
How does hair know how long to grow?
How does hair know how long to grow? [more inside]
ImmigrationFilter: Can I stay to appeal?
ImmigrationFilter: Can I stay to appeal? [more inside]
Who wrote the book of love?
Has there been higher criticism (such as the documentary hypothesis) or textual criticism of religions other than Christianity and Judaism?
Give them the money faster!
What's the safest way to send money from US to a city in Romania by tomorrow? [more inside]
Tasty turnips?
A crate of homegrown turnips showed up in my life yesterday. I've never cooked with turnips before (hell, I don't recall ever eating them before). Do you have any particularly delicious ways of using turnips? I know I can treat them like mashed potatoes, which sounds good. [more inside]
Bank error in my favor?
The mystery of the missing check: I wrote a check for December's rent. My apartment management company deposited it on December 11, and apparently it cleared. A month later, the money still has not been taken out of my checking account. The transaction did not show up on last month's statement either. What's going on? [more inside]
Smelly cat it IS your fault!
How can I get my 4-month-old kitten to stop laying with poop? [more inside]
Help capture stills from a DV Camera.
Looking for a windows method to take stills from a DV camera. [more inside]
name that sound!
What did they use to make that fuzzy, rattly percussion sound in the Sanford & Son theme? [more inside]
my simple two computer network stopped working and I don't know why, do you?
I use to have a home network and now I don't. Why? Google turns up many similar problems and a few answers but no solution that works for me. [more inside]
Help me find other bilingual bands
I'm a big fan of Dengue Fever, the LA-based band that has songs in both English and Khmer. Can anyone recommend other bi- or multilingual American bands (preferably, but not necessarily, indie)?
How do I meet interesting people in Vancouver?
Help me meet geeks in Vancouver! [more inside]
Where can I go to try and hurt people safely?
Where can I go to let my rage out by really trying to hurt people, but safely for me and for them? Ideally, this would be like a self-defense scenario, with two or more padded and armored attackers I can go all out against, but who are willing to accommodate my individual scenario over just an hour or two. Difficulty: I am a big guy with martial arts experience. [more inside]
Who wrote this scifi story abount kids who couldn't grow up?
Help me figure out the title/author of this short science fiction story. It was about a world where everyone stopped growing. [more inside]
Why is my mustache mostly white on one side?
Why do I grow substantially more white hairs on the left side of my mustache than on the right side? [more inside]
How are Stewart and Colbert back on the air when the strike is still on? (derail follow-up)
Piggybacking on the derail in this question, and solipsophistocracy's question therein, why are the Daily Show and Colbert Report making new episodes with the writer's strike still going on? [more inside]
Pimp my walls
The original wallpaper in my house was applied directly to the drywall. I'm guessing this is/was a pretty popular builder's trick, at least in the 80s (and oh, the horror of the peach and navy wallpapers), but even with careful scoring and steaming I am losing the very outer epidermis of the drywall paper in a lot of places. [more inside]
What do I do now that I've graduated?
Please help me figure out what to do with myself now that I've graduated. I have tons of questions and may be over looking all the obvious answers. [more inside]
Goddamn it, I want my money back!? Please.
Why does the recent legislation passed to patch the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) affect the applicability of Education Credits (IRS Form 8863) and delay my ability to file? [more inside]
How are things? Sorry to hear you've been laid off.
I worked at a newspaper for five years. I quit three years ago. Now, about 25% of the staff is getting laid off, including some friends. I don't have a problem talking to those friends about any of this. But then there are other people I liked but haven't kept in touch with (at most, I've seen them at a few gatherings). What do I say to those former co-workers I liked who are now getting the ax? I figure they could use a kind word and a vote of confidence. [more inside]
Krafty crafts?
What cool things can I do with a big roll of brown kraft paper? [more inside]
Help me make a group page that people will want to go to!
I'd like to create a website for my fellowship along the lines of wikispaces or pbwiki but neither of those have all of the features I want. [more inside]
How do I file a (very late) tax return?
I haven't yet filed my taxes for 2006. What is the cheapest/easiest way to do it? [more inside]
Battery pack for SAD lightbox (Apollo Health P1)
Where in northern Virginia can I get a battery pack for my SAD lightbox? It's the P1 from Apollo Health, and I'm hoping for a battery pack before a trip this weekend. Thanks for any help!
Is Car-Dancing Exercise?
Is there any exercise/fitness benefit to car-dancing? [more inside]
Wanted: Epic London Venue
Epic gig venue required in London. For 25th party slash album launch in March. Capacity 150-300. Must have stage, bar, PA, preferably lights too. [more inside]
Catchy name needed for our "Lighten Up" team
My office is participating in a wellness program and we need a name for our team. The emphasis for our team is on exercise rather than dieting, but losing weight is most definitely a goal. At the moment there are 12 of us, but one other person might join. So far most of the suggestions have included "dozen" in the name, and are pretty lame. Other info that might or not help: our department's name is Central Transcription Services (as in medical transcription), we’re part of a large university hospital, and we are, of course, referred to as CTS. I suck at coming up with catchy names, but I know quite a few of you are good at this. I'd love to be the one to submit a fun name, any ideas?
Make me a Robert Palmer girl!
Help me dress like a Robert Palmer girl! [more inside]
Mystery Sneakers from the past
What's the name of these sneakers? [more inside]
Details of a case?
LawFilter: So I have a name, birthday, and dates of conviction -- How can I find the details of the case(s)? I assume I know the state. This information was presented on a state's sex offenders list and I would like more details as to the case.
Internet Sales Tax?
I know you're not my accountant but... the small company I work for wants to set up an e-commerce area on our website to sell books. We're just talking about one or two specialized titles at the moment to just a few customers. Now the question of Internet sales tax has arisen. [more inside]
Help a multimedia newbie do a cool birth announcement
What would be the best/easiest way of creating 50-100 copies of a CD Birth Announcement that contains both music and photos? I am not talking about a slide show presentation set to music. The wife and I have chosen, and purchased on CD, fun songs that have the baby's name in the title, that we want people to be able to listen to on their CD/DVD players. We would also like to include some photos of the baby, they could be files on the CD or printed on paper as part of an insert/cover. I have EXPECTANT FATHER BRAIN please help. [more inside]
Help me cite a Camus quote!
Looking for a (essay, book) source for the quote, "Don't walk in front of me; I may not follow. Don't walk behind me; I may not lead. Just walk beside me and be my friend" by Albert Camus. [more inside]
Earth's water vs land volume (shown in spheres) image?
ISO: Photo-like diagram of the ratio of total volume of water to total volume of land on Earth. NOT the surface area - the TOTAL respective volumes of the planet. [more inside]
Don't give up the day job
Before they were stars (pre-fame jobs of celebs please) [more inside]
Help me find in studio music podcasts
Help me find podcasts with musicians in the studio [more inside]
Car advice needed
Help me find my car. [more inside]
Buying Bells of Sarna
Where can I buy brass Bells of Sarna, Christmas editions from previous years (approx. 10" high, 4-6" in diameter)? I already have an eBay alert. Does anyone still manufacture these bells?
Too many splinters in my chopped garlic
Where can I find a nice, custom, slide-out cutting board? [more inside]
BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEP
Why can't I use power standby mode on my computer anymore? [more inside]
What will happen should I decide to change my Xbox Live gamertag?
What will happen should I decide to change my Xbox Live gamertag? [more inside]
Received Guitar Hero III for PS3..but i need another guitar controller...
Received Guitar Hero III for xmas and wanted an extra controller. I've noticed they don't sell individual controllers marketed for the PS3 but there are separate guitars marketed for PS2. Has anyone tried any of these? Do they actually work for PS3?
I've been reading some reviews and some people comment that when a second controller is added the buttons work but it doesn't generate sound.
How can I get Keynote to print slides in multiple columns?
How can I get Keynote '08 to print slides in more than one column? [more inside]
Sister city pen pals!
Help me find pen pals in each of my city's sister cities! [more inside]
Any chemists know what I made?
Dear Diary:
Help me find an attractive 2008 diary for a friend. She wants 365 dated pages, one page per day to write in. In Vancouver BC, or online would be fine. Thanks.
Getting a grant writer position
The non-profit I work for is undergoing economic changes of the painful contraction type. People are worried, layoffs are looming. I've known for some time my position was not secure and have been looking at moving to a vacant grant writer's position that has come available. I think I have the prerequisites. How can I nail this job? [more inside]
L.A.-area picnic spot?
what's an awesome picnic spot in L.A.? [more inside]
Nostalgic photos near Norwich?
Help me find the closest photo booth to Norwich, VT. I'm looking for a booth that takes pictures in vertical strips of four. I'm willing to go anywhere be it roller rink, movie theater or country and western bar. There isn't a google maps for this, is there?! (I wouldn't be surprised.)
Huckabee on Colbert Report
Was Mike Huckabee actually live on the Colbert Report last night (1-9-08) or was that interview just a bunch of spliced footage? I missed the intro, and I couldn't figure it out as it was going on.
All NY-ers: recommendations in Washington Heights?
Have any of you lived in Washington Heights, in Manhattan? I just moved to 162nd St. would appreciate any recommendations of
a good local hardware store, handyman, pet store, supermarket or farmer's market, 24-hour bodega, good delivery or absolutely anything else that is worth seeing/knowing about around here. [more inside]
Overdriven iPod?
Can a 5G iPod develop sound distortion in one channel? [more inside]
Didn't Clinton and Obama tie in New Hampshire?
If the point of a Presidential Primary is to determine how many delegates will vote for a given person in the next phase of picking a nominee, and both Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama got 9 pledged delegates in New Hampshire, didn't they tie? [more inside]
What's Wrong With My 10-Year-Old Speakers?
About 10 years ago, I bought a pair of Bose 301 Series 2 speakers. They've now been through a number of moves and they're sounding not-as-good. I'm not sure how to define the difference--they sound muddier, and less three-dimensional. I pulled off the front grill and didn't see any visible damage. How can I determine the cause, and then repair it? [more inside]
What happens to the Democratic delegates from FL and MI?
What's going to happen to the delegates from the Michigan and Florida Democratic primaries? [more inside]
"Placeholder" for Google Reader?
Many of the feeds I follow have a lot of activity (such as the one for ask.mefi), so by the time I get a chance to look through them, there may be hundreds (thousands?) of items. If I'm not able to get through all of the items at a time, the next time I come back to the feed, I have to scroll through the items I did get to before I can reach the older items. Is there a way to "mark my place" in a feed and skip directly there, rather than having to scroll through all the already-read items? [more inside]
BadCetera Experience
Recently, I was shopping at BedCetera.com and ran into some trouble when their website stated shipping time of five days but was then told that things take around a month. Is this a scam to pull people in hoping that they'll pay and then just be bare the extra time? I tried to ask them, but they told me that if I didn't like it to shop elsewhere.
If they know of the extra time, shouldn't it be reflected on the website?
Is this something that would go to the Better Business Bureau? (I'm in Vancouver Canada)
If this issue is justified for a complaint, are there other places that I could warn other consumers.
Are there other consumer websites that I could investigate a company before I buy something from them?
A new way to look at the world...
Looking for books that talk about aspects of society or culture in new and interesting ways. [more inside]
CAA - cosi addicts anonymous
Help me make Cosi bread at home! [more inside]
Lyme Disease / Borrelia advice needed!
Lyme Disease / Borrelia adviced needed... I finally got the results back from all the tests I had done right after I posted a question on AskMeFi about which tests I should ask for. Everything came back negative except the ones I already knew about (I'm allergic to pollen and dustmite) and, to my great surprise, the bacteria that causes Lyme Disease (Borrelia). [more inside]
Please save me from spending money on a new laptop.
I have a Dell 8600 laptop on which it seems that the power switch has slowly died. Is there any way to save him? [more inside]
Rock my meeting Like a Hurricane!
Help me open a week long sales meeting with a BANG! [more inside]
Can I safely do business with a Mexican pharmacy?
Should I order Aricept from a Mexican pharmacy for my senile, old mother? The doc gave her a month's worth of free samples and, for the first time in years Mom seems much better. The thing is, at $165.00 per month the stuff is very pricey. I've found it on the web in Mexico for $125.00 per month. She's on a fixed income. I've pretty much exhausted avenues for additional aid. Would the feds show up at my door? Should I risk it?
Revocable trust busting
Is it easy to break a revocable trust? [more inside]
How to make a router work like a wireless card?
I need to make a linkys WRT-54G router act like a wireless card. [more inside]
Integrating CBT and mindfulness
Can cognitive behavioral therapy be reconciled with mindfulness into a single, integrated approach to the world? [more inside]
How'd the California guy get to Washington?
American history question: before modern transportation, how much time did congressmen spend in Washington and how much in their home states? Especially those from, say, California. And how long did the journey take? [more inside]
Good items for an auction?
I'm looking for ideas for items I can solicit as donations to an auction at a professional conference. [more inside]
Game Over: When There's No Joy Left in Your Schtick
Blue Gamer Needs Help Badly: Please Deposit 2 Cents [more inside]
Why did Quebec go to QC?
When (and why) did the postal abbreviation for Québec change from PQ to QC? Was PQ too closely associated with the Parti Québécois? [more inside]
What (web) application should I use to create and maintain a multilingual operations manual for a restaurant chain?
What (web) application should I use to create and maintain a multilingual operations manual for a restaurant chain? [more inside]
'Prosumer' digital camera recommendations?
Greetings Photo-Hive. It's finally time to retire my DSC-V1, but I've ignored the camera scene since I bought it in 2003. Help me pick a new camera! [more inside]
Bought a Tagine. Now What?
So, I have just purchased this tagine, and I've got a few questions (and wouldn't mind a recipe or three either)... [more inside]
A good 'ol-fashioned driver hunt
Here's a long shot: I'm looking for drivers for a super obscure piece of hardware from early in the decade. Specifically, a PCI souncard made by SeaSound called the SeaSound Solo EX. More specifically, the Mac OS 9 version of the drivers. [more inside]
Etymology of the word `book' meaning `go'.
Another etymology question : what's the origin of the term `book' meaning `to go'. For example `Let's book on outta here", or "I'm gonna book down to the 7-11". [more inside]
More sex & crime, please!
Robert B. Parker, Carl Hiaasen, Janet Evanovich, Tim Cockey, Patrick Quinlan, James Crumley, Elmore Leonard - NOW WHAT? [more inside]
January 9
What does browser encryption protect me from?
When my browsing and downloading is "encrypted," who or what am I protecting myself from? [more inside]
Is it possible for gluten to transfer into the air and harm a celiacs sufferer?
Is it possible for gluten to transfer into the air and harm a celiacs sufferer? [more inside]
Hong kong for cheap
What's the cheapest way to stay in Hong Kong? Assuming one is willing to brave all discomforts (within reason of course, no sleeping under the bridge), what is a cheap cheap way to stay for 10 days in Hong Kong, including accomodation and food? [more inside]
The software you always wanted? (or, "Pony Signups!")
I'm going to write some software, for fun and profit. What kind of software would you pay for that isn't out there already? What's missing in your current software? Where's the pain? [more inside]
Translate a political flier to Chinese?
Could you help me reach out to the predominantly Chinese elderly voters in my neighborhood? [more inside]
San Fran Bag Ban: Is it working?
San Fran Bag Ban: Is it working? [more inside]
Does grilling change cheese?
My SIL insists that cheese somehow gains more fat when it is heated, because "the fats are unstable and more fat is released when cheese is grilled". Therefore, according to her, a grilled cheese sandwich is more unhealthy than a plain cheese sandwich. I think this is bonkers, but can't find any evidence to wave in her face. Any ideas?
Etymology of the term 'lunch out', ie 'freak out'?
Can anyone tell me the etymology of the term "lunch out," meaning 'to freak out'? [more inside]
NOT constantinople
Vacation in Turkey + love of folk music and instruments. What to do? [more inside]
What is the name of the song playing in the IDM "Ideating" tv commercial?
The new IBM "Ideating" commercial...What is the music in the background? [more inside]
To re-send or not to send?
I have applied to many marketing and PR jobs since last month. Now, I have a great case study writing sample. Should I submit it with my resume to companies I have already applied to but have not heard back from?
What is it that gives early 60s TV its distinctive look?
Why does early 60s black and white television look so good? [more inside]
omg I drank charcoal!
my brita filter leaves little bits of charcoal in the filtered water. are these harmful in any way? [more inside]
Healthy drinking: Red Wine vs. Pomegranate Juice, help me choose
Healthy drinking: Red Wine vs. Pomegranate Juice, help me choose [more inside]
Help me move to a new host
My boss assigned me the task of moving his churches web site to our own server. LINK our server currently has 2 other pages hosted on it with Server 2003 and IIS. I created a new website in IIS and have copied the the original website files to our server. [more inside]
How can I keep a long talk interesting?
I've been invited to speak at an event - for an entire hour. How can I keep the audience awake? [more inside]
Help me find my next new All-in-one Printer!
Help me find my next new All-in-one Printer! [more inside]
Help me be a creative feature writing teacher!
I'm teaching a college-level feature writing class this spring, and while I've taught the class before, I'm looking for new ideas for in-class writing exercises and short assignments. [more inside]
what is the best mountain bike under 10k
i want to rediscover the joys of mountain biking - what bike should i buy (in china!) [more inside]
How do I deliver live training video online with interactive Q&A?
How do I broadcast live (video) training online? Most webinar solutions focus on sharing slides + webcam + teleconference. I need streaming video (primarily) + interactivity... not slides. [more inside]
Ashtrays in planes
Why are there still ashtrays in airplanes?
"I'm leaving Venessa [for you?]"
This is a question about the movie Juno (probably spoilers inside) [more inside]
How often and how hard do I have to work out to maintain my current fitness level?
How often and how hard do I need to work out in order to maintain the level of aerobic fitness I have right now? [more inside]
Where do you buy/sell "used" scientific equipment online?
A friend of mine is trying to sell a piece of scientific equipment online (a UVB sensor and radiometer that is brand new but not returnable; over $2000 retail). Other than eBay, craigslist, or some random Google result, can anyone vouch for a website people use to buy and sell stuff like this?
Does the Robert Rodriguez Mexico Trilogy box set come with artwork on each of the slimcases?
Does the Robert Rodriguez Mexico Trilogy box set come with artwork on each of the slimcases? [more inside]
Where to find viscoelastic rubber...?
Can anyone tell me where to research/find bulk viscoelastic rubber, or molded rubber that has viscoelastic properties? I'm looking for a material that when stretched, takes its sweet time in returning to its original size/shape. Turns out there are no rubber stores in my area to browse, thus no experts to turn to. Most info I've found online is scientific discussions about rubber properties.
What to expect at the end of a car lease?
What to expect at the end of a car lease? [more inside]
"Me and My Dog" song in a tv commercial
There's a tv commercial that I can't get out of my head! I think it was for heartworm med. There's a little girl singing, "me and my dog. . ." It describes all of the fun things they do together. I think she was a redhead. It hasn't been on in a few years. Does anyone else remember this?
Pimp my too-spicy chicken!
Following a recommended recipe, we cooked a number of chopped chicken breasts in a sauce that contained a large amount of "buffalo" sauce - you know, the hot stuff that people put on wings.
After serving them we discovered that the sauce was actually the 'fire' version and the chicken was inedibly spicy-hot. We now have two pounds of fire-engine red, top-notch, ultra-buffaloed chicken breast sitting in the fridge.
I'd hate to waste this much food - especially high-quality breasts like the ones we purchased. What can we do with this chicken? [more inside]
guided medidation cd's
Can you please let me know some guided medidation CD's
and MP3's which you use regularly and feel very helpful ?
Pregnancy Filter: Home Test Says Yes, Doc's Pee Test Says No
Home test says wife is pregnant, doctor's pee test says she isn't. 2 weeks late on period, "feels pregnant", what gives? [more inside]
You Got Your Jellyfish in my Peanut Butter
So, Mrs. Wittgenstein read an article that says that shrimpers are now keeping the jellyfish they catch, becuase they can be dried and turned into edible crackers that are high in protein with no cholesterol. She wants some of these crackers. Where can I get some?
What kind of plywood should I buy fo a desktop?
What plywood is guaranteed to be straight and rigid? i.e., suitable for use in furniture construction? [more inside]
Aloha?
Help an Anglo guy get by in Hebrew and Arabic [more inside]
A feminist mom looking for appropriate doll for daughter.
What other options for dolls do I have outside of Princesses and Barbies and Bratz for a little girl? [more inside]
Do you hear what I hear?
Need tips on recording a lectured class [more inside]
It's square, it's brown, we call it food.
Where can I buy Worthington Stakelets (Frozen Vegi-steaks) in or around Madison, WI? [more inside]
Help for Compulsive Hoarding
Compulsive Hoarding – Seeking advice on treatment options & how I can help myself. **Please do not pass this question by if you have helpful information. My problem is not simply a matter of “go see a doctor”. I am on a waiting list to see a specialist (medical doctor) and have seen another doctor this week** [more inside]
Anal on Saturday night, how to prepare Friday or Saturday?
I'm going to have anal sex, for the first time, on Saturday night! What do I do on Friday night or Saturday morning? [more inside]
Suggestions for veggies I can grow on a deck or inside?
I'd love to grow some vegetables this year. However, I don't have much in the way of outdoor space OR sunlight. What are my best bets? [more inside]
How to buy a book?
Does anyone have any tips for choosing a good edition of a given novel or collection of poetry or short stories (when more than one exists)? [more inside]
Funky Front Doors
Where can I buy a nice front door in Toronto? [more inside]
I don't want to have Jack Dangers nightmares...
What was this Meat Beat Manifesto song with a long voice sample talking about prison life? [more inside]
mental health professionals near malden ma who're likely to have availability like omg NOW
Okay, situation. I need a 'yes this kid is messed-up' note from a doc/therapist/something to stay enrolled in the context of a history of major stretches of no-shows-to-class, no-turning-stuff-in etc. I'm extremely unfamiliar with the institutional health system so pardon me if this is a stupid question but is there such a thing as providers who'll diagnose/vouch for you with depression/ADD/whatever the eff my problem is within DAYS? like a week in ultimate maximum? And how do I find them? (Around Malden, MA) [more inside]
US Internet service providers - prices? options?
American high speed internet: what are the options? What is the price range? Why are the websites of the major companies so bad? [more inside]
Medium format photo lab help needed
What is the correct way to deal with a professional photo lab for medium format photography? [more inside]
Help me with these french lyrics!
AMgoldFilter: On Rod Stewarts classic um.. deflowering mantra "Tonight's the Night", what is Britt Ekland saying in french at the end? [more inside]
Am I experiencing synesthesia?
Do I have synesthesia? [more inside]
Looking for FTP server software with an HTTP interface.
I'm looking for FTP server software that, in addition to standard features like email notification and user management, can serve files to a web page rather than a ratty looking list of filenames in a browser window. If you have any experience with such a beast, I'd appreciate your recommendations. [more inside]
Tiny little packages, they seem all alike to me
What Wii game is most like Zork? [more inside]
This won't hurt a bit!
Let's say I want to go to Dental School. At age 38. With no medical or dental background at all. Is this foolish? [more inside]
Unstick Me
I'm experiencing a strange bug on my macbook pro: with little cause (perhaps a slight mouse gesture, though I have no mouse gesture programs installed), the os will switch to the Stickies application (and sometimes iTunes, when I quit Stickies). I can't figure out what's going on. [more inside]
Help trash our bathroom
HomeRenovationFilter: What smaller and more transportable options are there to a roll-off dumpster? [more inside]
I can't believe I'm asking a question about Tater Mitts.
Do Tater Mitts work? Yes, I love mashed potatoes. No, I am not joking. Yes, I'm generally very skeptical of infomercials. [more inside]
Use Hotmail, Provide iPhones to Nigerians!
My girlfriend's Hotmail account has been hijacked. For real. Repeatedly. Help. [more inside]
outlook frustrations
outlook 2007 easy question: How do I switch to outlook using the keyboard only, if its minimized in my system tray? [more inside]
I want my home-made microwave foods to be crisp, but how?
I want relatively crisp reheated food from the microwave. Can can I buy or make something to do this for me, like that silvery-coated paperboard that comes with frozen foods? [more inside]
Gemstones for Fertility
Are there any gemstones/crystals that are traditionally tied to increasing fertility? [more inside]
Car accident. "I will write a cheque" turned into "Who are you?"
Car accident in Sept. Swapped info; didn't call police. Now the guy who hit us has never heard of us. What can I reasonably expect? [more inside]
Please help me with a CD cover idea! I'm having trouble visualizing it.
Please help me with a CD cover idea! I'm having trouble visualizing it. [more inside]
Recently published Mesopotamian history
Looking for recently published (in the last 10 years) sources for Sumerian and Old Babylonian history. [more inside]
Be there ST:TNG fans on this here interweb?
If you wanted to formulate the dorkiest/nerdiest/most obsessive "Star Trek: The Next Generation" question, what would it be? [more inside]
Color me Confused
Help me figure out my color profile woes, please! [more inside]
History of Puerto Rico
I am looking for a comprehensive history of Puerto Rico. Any recommendations? [more inside]
How can I improve my odds of getting into graduate school for economics?
I want to get a Master's in Economics in a few years, probably focusing on real estate finance and affordable housing finance. How good are my chances of getting into a good program, and what can I do to improve them? [more inside]
Swimmingfilter: Lap swimming leaves me motion sick.
Swimmingfilter: Lap swimming leaves me motion sick. Ideas? [more inside]
A head-spinning dilemma
Working at my laptop makes me dizzy. But I have a deadline and my work must be done on my laptop. Help?? [more inside]
Can MS Outlook forms update a report?
How can I create an microsoft outlook form where the submissions automatically populate some kind of report? [more inside]
Why does my Tanita body fat monitor consistently show that I've lost approximately one percent of body fat after I shower?
Why does my Tanita body fat monitor consistently show that I've lost approximately one percent of body fat after I shower? [more inside]
Can I aggregate multiple RSS feeds onto a single page?
I'm looking for a way to aggregate multiple RSS feeds to a single web page, but I'd like the ability to filter which articles are displayed. [more inside]
Making a point with a Facebook avatar.
Can you help me find a good, conceited, self-important looking avatar? [more inside]
Help me find some swinging bachelorettes
Since I seem to be hurtling towards old maidhood, I’d like enjoy the ride as much as possible. It irritates me that single women are so often portrayed as sadsacks just marking time until they can get married, or as being eaten up with bitterness and neuroses because they never found a man. So, I’m looking for positive role models and inspiration. What examples of fabulous freewheeling women can you think of in fiction, movies and real life? [more inside]
Name my obscure movie from probably thirty-forty years ago based on nothing but a vague description! (...?)
Name my obscure movie from probably thirty-forty years ago based on nothing but a vague description! (...?) [more inside]
How to keep a doormat from being stolen?
How can I keep a welcome mat/doormat from being stolen? Our previous one was taken. We rent an apartment, so any structural modification of the surrounding area is probably off-limits.
Macbook External Speaker Buzz
Why do my speakers randomly begin to hum/buzz? [more inside]
Best software to monitor internet usage?
What's the best software to monitor internet usage on specific desktop computers? [more inside]
Spraypaint, plastic, weather, shall they be mixed?
Spray painting plastic curtains for outdoor display. Advice needed. [more inside]
Who Whacked Cheeseburger Brown?
Appropriate steps to take in light of a credible death threat? [more inside]
I'm allergic to Vegas!
What in Vegas am I allergic to? Both times I've been to the Vegas Strip, around the 3rd day in I get a rash on my legs. I've never had this rash before, and I'm perplexed. [more inside]
"What's your religion?" Why do they care?
Why did the emergency-room clerk want to know my wife's religion? [more inside]
What language does a monkey speak?
In the Wii game Zack & Wiki: Quest for Barbaros' Treasure (the best game yet for the Wii), does Wiki actual speak Japanese words? I occasionally hear some English words, but I was wondering if some of her babbling was in Japanese? Same questions for Captain Rose, the goons and Barbaros.
Why doesn't Word work right?
Word 2003 won't open after double-clicking on a document, and the mouse doesn't work in the document area. [more inside]
Easement Options
The city in which I live called me this morning and "asked" me if I would be willing to create a 10' x 10' easement in my front yard. This 10'x 10' section will be more than 25% percent of my yard given up to the city for electrical boxes. They offered me $100. What are my options??
I'm so lonely I could cry...
I need friends... [more inside]
Can a workplace offer selective 401k benefits?
Can a workplace (in PA) offer selective 401k benefits? [more inside]
Where to download this song?
help-my-girlfriend-figure-out-the-song-filter: OK, I know for a fact the song is called "Stay," but I have no idea where to find it. I think it had two rappers on the verse, and I know it had a female on chorus. It was released between 2000-2003. Here's the tricky part: The song title is a variation of "6-0" I only heard it on the radio, so when the DJ would say "6-0" I don't know if that means "6-Zero," "six-0," or any other combination.
This is driving her nuts, all she wants is to download that song or find out wheat CD it is on.. she has tried every variation of the song title in Limewire to no avail.
Tiiigggeeeerrrrrrrr.
I feel like I might have food poisoning, but haven't started throwing up yet. Can I do anything to ameliorate the awfulness that might be on the horizon? [more inside]
Never thought I'd ask this, but: Name that song!
help-my-dad-figure-out-the-song-filter: The song is about a breakup by an African-American singer, which seems to be a couple of years old. The music video is about the breakup with 2 kids in it, left by the husband. The tune is somewhat fast and rhythmic.
HOWTO: keyboard shortcuts (not access keys) on websites?
Any idea how keyboard shortcuts on websites are implemented, a la Google Reader and ffffound.com? [more inside]
Survival of the Wettest
Do you or anyone you know make use of graywater. If so, how? [more inside]
January 8
Help a generalist in a specialist economy
Help this jack-of-some-trades find a job. [more inside]
I'm looking for net t-shirts.
I'm looking for a particular kind of t-shirt, the most comfortable that I've ever owned. [more inside]
Human exceptionalism in science fiction
I'm looking for examples of how humanity is depicted as "exceptional" in science fiction - like how in Saberhagen's Berzerker books, humans are seen as uniquely ferocious and warlike, or how in Star Trek they seem to have a talent for diplomacy, or how in David Brin's uplift novels humans alone possess scientific curiousity. Anyone got more examples?
Where can I find cool boots for men?
Are there any men's boots similar to Mark Nason but cheaper? [more inside]
Should I get my Master's in Accounting instead of MBA?
I am contemplating on pursuing a Master's degree in Accounting. I am hoping to eventually be a CFO of a public company one day, and it seems having a CPA is better than spending additional year or two getting an MBA in Finance or something. I'd very much appreciate any feedback on this! [more inside]
Great, just what I needed... a hot HTML injection.
Pages on my website are getting strange javascript, iframes, & links placed in them... This isn't affecting the other sites I host... what's going on? [more inside]
how do i push th' little daisies and make 'em come up?
push th' little actress [more inside]
How to get MIT course readings?
Is there an easy way to get the reading materials (mostly articles) for an MIT course? [more inside]
Help me satisfy my Tim Sale (art) urges
Anyone know of a source for prints (or a schedule for their release) of the very cool Tim Sale pieces from NBC's 'Heroes?' I'd love to have a few in my office, but have sadly only found references to the charity auction that was run last year, and a sketchy UK front for mass oil reproductions from Chinese artists. Any insiders on the MeFi?
Do to Fend Off Attacks From Unleashed Animals?
Any tips for fending off attacks from loose, unleashed, untagged dogs? [more inside]
Sweatpants. Green. Yellow writing. Help.
Sweatpants emergency! Help me find an online retailer that will custom-print on a pair of sweatpants, and ship to Canada. Very specific specifics included. [more inside]
Good piano teacher for kids in Tulsa?
Looking for a good piano teacher for my six-year-old son in Tulsa, Oklahoma. [more inside]
Can My Corporation Protect Me From Identity Theft?
Banks, stores and other businesses can't be trusted with personal (and especially financial) data. Nearly every week, a hacker breaks into a website or steal a laptop with 100,000 social security numbers. Since the US has inadequate data protection safeguards (compared to the EU), could forming a corporation or trust help me? [more inside]
too bad they don't make kitty dentures
help me find soft "dry" cat food for my aged, toothless kitty. [more inside]
How do we establish causation?
We've all heard correlation does not imply causation. What does? Are there any statistical methods for showing a causal relationship? If there are, when/by whom were they developed? [more inside]
USB IDE
What's a good product for reading old IDE and EIDE drives through USB? [more inside]
Free access to "American Philosophical Society" journal?
Is there a free website when I can view and print articles from old copies of the journal of "The American Philosophical Society?"
Even my local public library doesn't offer it for free in that they charge for printing each page and I have some very long articles from the 1800's I need to print. No emailing to another location is allowed.
Thank you.
Help: I'm a landlord
New York City Landlord Filter: I just began a new job as a manager of some residential buildings in NYC, and I think I'm a bit under qualified for the position. Anything that can help me out with learning the intricate legal requirements as well as general tenant management would be quite helpful. Any ideas?
Sublets in London?
LondonFilter: Thinking of subletting a place in London for 3-6 months. How would I go about doing this? Is there a good website for sublets (preferably furnished)? [more inside]
How do you know if someone is dead?
How do you know if someone is dead? [more inside]
Help me create a new secret identity
What's a playful and interesting but still respectable online handle for an "official" identity I'm creating on the website I work for? [more inside]
What do I buy a 15 year old kid who wants to make movies?
What do I buy a 15 year old kid who wants to make movies? He already has a camera, lenses and Final Cut. [more inside]
How to handle a negative reference without giving up the referencee?
How to bail on a Job Interview due to bad reference for the employer (doing the hiring) without stepping on toes? [more inside]
Accutane killed my pride
Dealing with post-accutane hair loss. [more inside]
how to become a genius application developer overnight!
Second-Day-on-the-Job Panic: How can I get my mostly-self-taught, LAMP-loving self to be more confident and capable with developing corporate/enterprise applications? [more inside]
What have we lost forever?
What significant items have been irretrievably lost? [more inside]
Hair follicle drug test
What is the best way to pass a hair follicle drug test? [more inside]
Name this (illustration / graphic design) style!
I know you've seen this style of illustration (example, another example). But what's it called? There are a bunch more illustrations in the same style on each site, but I can't for the life of me figure out what the style is called. Any ideas? [more inside]
Taken your kid up the Amazon?
Anyone taken their kid up the Amazon? [more inside]
Problems with Delibar
Anyone know of any issues with Delibar 0.9.0 and Mac OS 10.4.11? [more inside]
Can I reset the password in my cached Active Directory profile?
Can I somehow reset my profile's cached Active Directory password in XP? [more inside]
Music blogs spanning 1920s-1960s?
Where are the music/mp3 blogs for music spanning the 1920s-1960s? [more inside]
Damn you Boston sports
Dallas expat spots in Boston: Where can I watch Dallas Mavericks games in the Boston area? [more inside]
Help with cat that sheds ashy particles
My cat is shedding fine dark particles that look like ash... [more inside]
Temp Agencies for Do-Gooders?
What temp agencies serve the non-profit community in the Bay Area? [more inside]
Project Management Software For Frequently Changing Variables
It's time for yet another round of "What is the best project management software!" Come meet the final contestants. Particularly if you have used Microsoft Project or Open Workbench. [more inside]
Asbestos water heater?
Asbestos water heater? [more inside]
Overworked & Underpaid: The Payrise Question
I've been leading a sales team for about a year now in NY and I'm about to have my review. We've been beating targets and just actually beaten the other team in the firm to win the whole year. Great. Or so you might think.
I have a boss who seems to think a 'thanks' and pat on the back are reward enough for this. Which would be fine, but for 12 months I haven't been paid any more money for playing my part in running the team. I'm concerned that the boss will think this is acceptable for the coming year as well. [more inside]
Information for a First Time Egg Donor
I'm looking for advice or experience about egg donation [more inside]
What's the least rude way to un-invite a weird lady?
I'm having a gathering, and a really strange woman has declared that she'll be there wearing a face mask, rubber gloves, and wielding hand sanitizers. How can I politely tell her I don't want her there? [more inside]
Dealing with memory loss in older people
How can I constructively discuss my grandmother's short-term memory loss with her? [more inside]
What type of yoga should I take?
I'm interested in improving my flexibility, balance, and body control. Which type of yoga class should I take (if any)? [more inside]
Piano Accordion vs. Chromatic Button Accordion
Accordions: Piano vs. Chromatic Button. In the long term, which is better to learn? [more inside]
Does a freelancer really need a brand, identity and/or logo?
This one's for the Mrs: As a successful freelancer in a creative industry (writing-ish), is it enough to have a decent website and nice business cards, or is it worth it to a hire a graphic designer to come up with a business "brand" or "identity" for you? (And what should this involve besides just a logo?) [more inside]
Blood pressure, caffeine, and thou
Why would I be getting anxiety from caffeine when I never used to have such a problem? [more inside]
Thunderbird Filters and Wrap
Two quick Thunderbird questions: 1. Outgoing mail filters (work-arounds). 2. Incoming mail line breaks. [more inside]
Should we attend The Daily Show while the strike's still going on?
Months ago, my wife and I got tickets for the Jan 17th episode of The Daily Show. She's unlikely to cross a picket line - is there likely to be one? Either way, should we go? [more inside]
What does a marketing director do?
My firm is trying to decide whether to hire a marketing/sales director. I have been tasked with gathering information about marketing and sales in general and presenting that information to the team, so that we can make a decision. So, what are the key responsibilities and duties of a marketing/sales director? What will such a person bring to our team? What's a good way to go about finding the right person for the position? What qualities should we look for in the hiring process? I am particularly interested in service marketing, for small consulting firms. [more inside]
What to charge for a website redesign that will never go live?
How much do I charge a client for a website refresh that will never go live? It's almost been 6 months. Countless production hours. Dozens of emails and conference calls. They can't agree, I want it out of my hair, the site isn't going live. [more inside]
Help me find great science, environment, and food blogs (please!)
I have a book (non-fiction) coming out that combines environmental history with science and food culture. (The book is about bananas; I don't know if I'm allowed to post a link to my Web site, so I'll refrain.)
I've been reading about "blog book tours," where authors work with bloggers to provide interviews, excerpts. or just about anything else relevant to a specific blog's audience. So...I'm asking for people's favorite science (specifically natural science), environmental, and food (food culture and eclectic stuff) blogs. Thanks.
The Greatest Bachelor Party in Sin City
How can I throw my other best friend the greatest bachelor party ever in Las Vegas around Spring Break time? [more inside]
Recommendations for "nokill" mousetraps please.
Recommendations for "nokill" mousetraps please. [more inside]
What can I feed my dog to get rid of his diarrhea?
My little dog has had diarrhea for three days...all over the house. What can I make for him that will settle his stomach and bulk up his poop? [more inside]
Philosophy is worthwhile... I promise
In the new Edge question Karl Sabbagh talks about how he used to think there were experts and non-experts, and an experts judgment was superior to his own... but he has since changed his mind. [more inside]
Is this the right time to buy a HDTV?
Is this the right time to buy a HDTV? [more inside]
Crunchy Granola Pizza?
I want to make pizza from scratch. I mean From Scratch. Just how far can I go? [more inside]
How should I pronounce "February?"
Did you ever receive explicit instruction on how to pronounce "February" from someone who is considered an authority on such things? Is saying FEB-roo-air-y more common than FEB-you-air-y? [more inside]
Recycle rags?
Is there a place in Los Angeles (preferably the South Bay) where I can take (recycle) clothing and rags that are in too poor shape to donate?
Lifestyle changes post modern day 1929-style market crash?
If the stock market were to completely crash this year, how would the effects differ from 1929? [more inside]
I'm looking for help compiling a top 20 "must play" list of essential videogames.
I'm looking for help compiling a top 20 "must play" list of essential videogames. [more inside]
Seattle Allergists?
Looking for recommendations for allergists in Seattle. I'm not suffering like I did last spring! [more inside]
Seeking women's clothing online
Seeking women's clothing online. Please help me get out of my Target / Old Navy rut. [more inside]
WHOIS that? It's nobody...
I recently registered a .co.uk domain name. I've since found out that my full name is visible on a WHOIS. What can I do to hide it? [more inside]
How should I preserve newsprint pages from old literary magazines?
How to best preserve pages taken from old issues of *Fantasy and Science Fiction*, a book-sized literary magazine printed on newsprint? [more inside]
How does Heston Blumenthal create drinks that are hot on one side and cold on the other?
How does Heston Blumenthal create drinks that are hot on one side and cold on the other? [more inside]
Help me find the forms to file for divorce.
What's the best way to get a divorce without a lawyer? [more inside]
Aramaic Translation
MetaTranslation: I need help translating English to Aramaic - Immanuel and El Shaddai [more inside]
Some men are islands
I don't want to die alone. [more inside]
Desperatly wanting to pay down my sleep debt
I'm totally sleep-deprived, but still have a hard time falling asleep. Any tips? [more inside]
Is Easter a bad time to visit Iguazu Falls?
Is Easter a bad time to visit Iguazu Falls? [more inside]
Can I put a mortgage on hold for 1 to 2 month due a medical circumstance?
We're expecting our first child in a matter of months. My wife's employer doesn't provide paid leave so we've tried to rearrange the budget so we can soften the blow of lost income. I had a thought... can you delay a mortgage payment 1 or 2 months and add those months on the end? [more inside]
How do I get a cut on my eyelid to heal?
I've had a cut on my left eyelid for about two weeks. It still stings. How do I get it to heal? [more inside]
What "can't miss" movies actually missed?
What "can't miss" movies actually missed?
I need help coming up with a list of movies that have been "Hollywood-ized". A promising film with a great story gets transformed into something worse during the film making process. Such as the ending gets changed, an obvious mis-cast of key characters, poor editing, whatever.
I would like to keep the list of movies contemporary (within the last 25 years or so) Explanations for each movie listed is encouraged.
How many electrons in each processor cycle?
In a modern CPU, how many individual electrons, approximately, are "let through" in each clock-cycle of, say, an individual transistor or logic gate? [more inside]
Cover or reduce an old scar
I've been looking for a way to help my girlfriend cover, or at least reduce the visibility of, a scar on her stomach. She is quite self-conscious about it, especially when we make love.
I've searched up and read many discussions of similar topics here on AskMeFi, but most of the suggestions seem to assume that the scar is recent. My girlfriend's scar dates from 2002. We know that surgery will eventually be necessary, but for various reasons it isn't practical at this time. What techniques have MeFites found successful when trying to cover or eradicate older scars?
The double click just isn't always good enough
Is there a fast and easy way, in Windows XP, to open a file in another than the default application? [more inside]
Need a new computer - can it be green?
It’s that time again – I need a new computer, as my old one struggles with Windows XP and Word and basic functions. However, with all the publicity the Green lobbyists have been getting, I was wondering just how green I can realistically make my new computer? [more inside]
Calling all hydrologists
Calculating soil moisture balance using the Penman and Grindley method. Please help! [more inside]
How to delete Vista
How can I wipe my hard drive and delete Vista (so I can install another copy of Vista)? oh - DBAN isn't working. [more inside]
Sex Therapists/Counselors in Seattle?
Short version: sex therapists/counselors in Seattle?, WA [Slightly longer version after the break] [more inside]
What do you call your meals?
For those who have 4, 5, 6 or more meals a day, what do you call your meals? [more inside]
January 7
It itches!
STI / Urethritis question. Details may be NSFW. [more inside]
Should I be tipping my dealer?
For traveling drug dealers (specifically door-to-door marijuana delivery services in NYC), what is the etiquette for tipping? Yes? No? If yes, is there a standard accepted rate?
What do I do with a big check?
I'm about to receive $40,000. How do I deal with this much money? [more inside]
Rats!?
Rats!? Found some droppings at home, freaked out. Now what? [more inside]
Shipping medication from Canada to México
A friend of the family urgently needs some medication shipped from Canada to México. [more inside]
Did the toothpaste make my teeth hurt?
I have bad teeth. So how come the flouride toothpaste my dentist prescribed to decrease cavity formation and problems is making my teeth actually hurt? [more inside]
Can I plan an original bachelor party?
4 men. 3 days/2nights. 1 bachelor party. Fun and originality are the priorities. Money is tight. Help me, hive mind? [more inside]
Tell me about Internet-connected Wireless Weather Cameras?
I'd like a cheap Weather cam connected to the net, but without a computer attached. I'm looking at wireless web cams. Is this the best approach? Are there other devices which might help? [more inside]
Looking for psychologist/therapist recommendations for Portland, Oregon
Looking for a psychologist/therapist recommendation for the Portland, Oregon area. (more details inside) [more inside]
How do I keep the French out (or is that in)?
How do I secure french doors open enough to let air in, but not the boogey man? [more inside]
Why won't Google save my preferences?
Why won't Google save my preferences? [more inside]
Firefox browser windows spawn too low
Whenever I open a new browser window in Firefox (2.0.0.11) on my Macbook (OS 10.4.10), the window opens one title bar too low. How can I force all new browser windows to spawn in the upper-left corner? [more inside]
Limits on Roger Clemens pleading the fifth before congress?
What are the limits to "pleading the fifth" when providing testimony to Congress? This has come up in the context of a friendly debate at a bar about Roger Clemens impending testimony before Congress. A few folks have suggested that he's suing Brian McNamee for the sole purpose of providing himself cover - i.e., that he can refuse to answer questions asked by Congress because of his civil suit. As I understand it, this isn't correct - he can "plead the fifth" if he's afraid of incriminating himself, but the fact that HE is suing someone else doesn't provide any additional cover. On the other hand, if McNamee was suing him, then he might be able to use THAT as the basis for a fifth amendment excuse. Is this correct? Obviously, I'm not looking for legal advice - just a credible opinion that might help settle a friendly bar debate... [more inside]
Can you help me track down the man who introduced football to Iceland in 1895, a Scotsman by the name of James B. Ferguson?
In 1895 a Scottish printer by the name of James B. Ferguson introduced Icelanders to football (soccer) and gymnastics. Is there any way to find out what happened to Ferguson after he left Iceland in 1896? [more inside]
iPhone jailbreak, almost done. Need help with Tmobile sim card issue
I jailbroke my iPhone. Now when I put in my tmobile sim it says that the it's incompatible! [more inside]
What do I do with this bond?
How do I go about collecting interest on, and/or selling, a US Patriot bond, series EE? [more inside]
How to get my mouse to wake up faster?
Macfilter: Why does my wired USB mouse take a second to start responding on my Macbook? [more inside]
Como se dice en ingles
In a conversation consisting entirely of English speakers, how should I pronounce the name Jorge Luis Borges? [more inside]
Photography trips in NYC area
I'm looking for ideas for interesting, off-the-beaten-path places to go and take photographs in New York or the surrounding areas. It would be good to take photographs that not absolutely identical to things you see in travel books, so no touristy or centrally located areas. Recent visits been to the abandoned buildings of Ellis Island, the recently-collapsed smallpox hospital on Roosevelt Island, Astroland, Vinegar Hill, and Washington Rock (in NJ). What are some other photo-worthy places?
Curse my gigantic head!
I love these glasses, except that they're too narrow for my face! Any sources for larger versions of that frame? Or failing that, does this style of frame have a more specific name than "plastic half-rim"? [more inside]
How can I load up my iPod from my wife's computer without disrupting her iTunes?
How can I load up my iPod from my wife's computer without disrupting her iTunes? [more inside]
How many and which foreign leaders were born in the United States?
How many and which leaders of foreign countries were born in the United States? [more inside]
Real Madrid CF, $$$
Real Madrid Tickets, Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, More inside... [more inside]
Hoo! Ha! Hey! Looking for an old Finnish song.
I'm looking for words/music/recordings of an old Finnish song. Unfortunately I don't have much to go on. Hardly anything, really. Only that the verses end with a "hoo! ha! hey!" and it is a "lively" song. [more inside]
Should I be compensated for using my own personal equipment at work?
Should I be compensated for using my own personal equipment at work where there is none supplied by my employer? [more inside]
Side-by-Side Website Design?
Other than Metafilter, what are some examples of cross-domain branding, where one company with several divisions (or a parent company and its child companies) have multiple sites that are the same, but different? ( I'm looking for something more substantial than slashdot's differing color schemes.) Or, what are some design elements that I can exploit in this project to unify two websites? [more inside]
Gmail cursor issue
Gmail is behaving really annoyingly for me lately: when I type an email, the cursor suddenly jumps into the text of the email I am answering and/or into something I have previously typed, thereby making it wrong.
So, in this question, it might suddenly jump from here to the paragraph above or below rather than going sequentially. I am using firefox. It only does this on the "new version" but it won't stay set on "older version" when I navigate away. Also, it sometimes sends suddenly when I'm working on an email. Google's Help and Newsgroup didn't help.
Any thoughts? Thanks in advance!
Minnesota Sales Tax on a Gifted Vehicle
Did I have to may Minnesota sales tax on the car my mom gave me? [more inside]
Opinions/experiences with LightCMS?
Fountains of Trouble
I recently went out of town for 10 days and had a sprinkler valve fail, and flow for about a week. I just got the water bill 257,200 gallons in water usage (good thing we had a lot of rain this year in Austin) and around a $2000.00 bill not including wastewater. So, I'm going to call the city to see if they'll cut me some slack. Does anyone know if there are any magic words to say that would make the city of Austin ( experience with other municipal utilities would be helpful, I'm sure a lot of them have similar policies) wave some of all of thier charges?
Office Space?
I am thinking of taking a job selling insurance for Progressive. Do any of you have any experience with this company or type of job? [more inside]
How can I prevent this bird from migrating to, and damaging my house?
How can I prevent a bird from damaging my house? This exact bird (or family of birds) arrives every winter and uses the area under the roof above my window to next. I'm amazed by the stunning accuracy of the on-board navigation system on this crow-like bird, but it keeps ripping grates off my house and tossing insulation out.
How should I erase my hard drive?
Asking for a friend: I guess I should erase my Macbook's hard drive before sending it back to Apple. How should I do it? [more inside]
Talking to the dying
A good friend just received a brain cancer diagnosis with an estimated one year survival time. She wants to talk about death and time. She thinks I have something to teach or tell her worth hearing. I'd like to be helpful, but have no confidence in my ability to say or do anything meaningful. What I've said so far she appreciates.
What can I read that might help me frame discussions. I don't need pop psychology stuff, or advice dealing with the health care system or funeral arrangements. I like the idea of Zen notions of letting go but am too ignorant to know what to say.
Advice, experience, suggestions for gathering information please.
Mmm, wheat germ!
Wheat germ! I have some! Now, what should I do with it? [more inside]
Nausea
My good friends suffers from severe nausea during pregnancy. She is seven weeks pregnant now. It is not just morning nausea, and she is very sick. She went to the doctor and tried most home remedies already, but nothing works. [more inside]
Professional Insecurites with Apache
Is deny all, allow (my.ip.add.ress) good enough in Apache over Windoze? [more inside]
Tip Jaw
My friend is a server at a privately-owned restaurant, and she received a big tip from a patron ($40 on a $100 bill). However, it turns out days later that the card used was stolen, and now the restaurant owners have asked for her to return the tip money. Do they have any legal ground to do so? [more inside]
Why am I finding it so difficult to determine my future?
It’s that time - the beginning of the last semester before I graduate from collee. It’s time to find a job or graduate school program and plot out the rest of my life. A renewed interest in charity and decreased interest in psychology, my chosen field of study, have led me to question my planned life course. Open my mind to what I might be able to do with my life. [more inside]
Weee-Waaah-Weeee-Waaaah
CopFilter: In TV shows and movies cops (usually homicide detectives) often have lights and siren installed in their personal cars. Doe this really happen? [more inside]
Indoor herb garden
Last summer, I was walking through Boy's Town here in Chicago when some guys handed me a mint plant to advertise some new plant delivery service in the area, focusing on plants for cooking. I did not want to raise fresh herbs last summer, but now I do and, although the mint is thriving in my mom's garden, I have lost the business card that came with it! My websearch skills are not helping me find them; anyone know the company? [more inside]
Seattle jazz group recommendations: Sax in the Rain?
Seattle area jazz/swing bands (for a wedding reception)? Google offers a big-ass list. But you have thoughtful, intelligent recommendations. Please to hope me?
Help me solve this difficult riddle
Help me solve this riddle....
"There's something special about Washington, and the heart sometimes rules the head which can often affect ones health, but thats not all, discover and calculate the end result."
It's possible that the answer is one word.
Please help.... [more inside]
Montezuma's Revenge
Where can I find a downloadable version of Michael Murphey's classic, "Temple of the Sun" to download? Of course I am willing to pay for the copyrighted, legal, etc. version. But I would rather not have to buy the entire Swans Against the Sun CD to get this one song.
Also, HUGE Bonus Points if you can lead me to similar(?) songs which might interest my sons (see inside for more on this challenge). [more inside]
Where to buy models of molecules?
What is a bricks-and-mortar store at which I could buy a set of model elements / bonds - the molecule model things that students use as they are learning organic chemistry? [more inside]
How Can I Extract Video From A Corrupt VOB?
How can I extract video from corrupt/poorly burned VOB files into a format that is editable? [more inside]
Lunch in Nashville?
I'm looking for some lunchy type places in SW Nashville to try - more details inside. [more inside]
Firefox Plug-in similar to Apple's Spaces?
Are there any plug-ins for Firefox similar to the concept of "spaces" on Apple Leopard? For those not familiar with Spaces, I'm looking for a plug-in that will optimize my Firefox browser for different tasks, in other words, show certain bookmarks, plug-ins, etc.. while hiding others, depending on what task I'm doing at the time. Perhaps I have one set of plug-ins and bookmarks just for business tasks and another for entertainment, etc... This would be of GREAT benefit to me. I'm sure you all know how cluttered a browser can get when you do a lot of internet activities.
Can my company deduct annual leave instead of sick leave?
My company has the following leave policy: If you take a week's vacation and then, the following week are ill without returning to work (Mon & Tue say), the extra days will be deducted from your vacation / holiday balance rather than your sick leave. Is this legal? (This is for both UK and USA offices so responses from either side of the Atlantic invited.) [more inside]
Looking for a simple art-hanging solution
Looking for an art hanging system using wire and clamps/clips for unframed work - any ideas? [more inside]
Best book publication methods?
I have a web site. I want to write a book based on the topic. I have publishers/agents asking to talk to me, but I don't know if I'm ready. For one thing, I'm not convinced traditional publication is best — I'm intrigued by self-publishing and e-books. I'm looking for general advice: What are the pros and cons of each method? It seems that unless I'm lucky, traditional publishing offers the lowest dollar return. But are there other, intangible benefits I'm missing? Exposure? Having somebody who knows what they're doing guide me along? And how do I approach a discussion with agents/publishers so as to get the best deal? [more inside]
credit card service fee/waitstaff
lawfilter: is it legal in minnesota for credit card service fees to be deducted from a waitstaff's tip? [more inside]
Will the PowerShot Meet My New Camera Needs?
I have never owned a digital camera, and am finally ready to get one. I am in love with PowerShots. Except though I'm new and clueless about photography now, I would eventually like to not be and I've heard the lack of zoom in compact cameras will become a problem. So are there any compact cameras out there with sufficient zoom function? [more inside]
All the men are dead. Bang.
After reading Y: The Last Man I'm finding myself haunted by the questions posed by the series. Where might one go (preferably online) to find statistics or evidence of how many women currently excel in various industries? [more inside]
Debt charged off and reported without asking me for payment
Is a company required to make a good faith effort to collect on a debt before reporting it as charged off? Do I have any recourse for my credit report? [more inside]
Picking out a hard drive
I have a very old laptop whose 3 GB (!) hard drive died. Can I put a fresh new 100 GB hard drive in there or should I replace with the exact model I took out? Details inside. [more inside]
How do doctors remove a person's tongue?
What is the procudeure for a total glossectomy? [more inside]
Help me find this old Kewpie tattoo!
Please help me find a Kewpie tattoo from the 40s/50s! [more inside]
How can I soundproof an old, unused door?
Help my soundproof the door between my room and my roommates' room. [more inside]
I wash my ears regularly, I swear...
How do I wash / clean foam earplugs (specifically, these ones) without completely ruining them? [more inside]
A movie in under two months
Can you give me examples of good movies that were filmed in less than eight weeks of shooting? [more inside]
Should we submit a claim for an accident between two cars we both own?
I backed into my husband's car today with my SUV, and I think I caused about $3000 in damage. Are we better off submitting a claim to our insurance company, or handling this out of our own pocket? [more inside]
TNF Down or TriClimate
Skiers: NorthFace down or TriClimate? [more inside]
I was left an antique clock by my grandmother. How do I get a reliable appraisal?
My grandmother left me a clock that our family has very little information about, other than it was an antique that was passed down from her mother. I've done some searching online, but I haven't found anything that seems like a good contact. It's rather heavy, so an initial appraisal would have to be done via pictures, if this is possible. Is there anyone who can give me some good advice on how to go about this, and how to know if I've made a contact with someone who actually knows what they are talking about? Any direct contacts to knowledgeable appraisers would be especially appreciated.
Im being impersonated on yahoo
I am being impersonated and misrepresented by someone who is using a Yahoo ID similar to my name and using my photo. Could get NSFW inside. [more inside]
Help me open an Apple Mail attachment on my Windows PC.
Help me open an Apple Mail attachment on my Windows PC. [more inside]
What to do with all that beautiful stained glass?
I have recently acquired an old church and it has three huge 17’ x 24’ stained glass windows. These windows were installed in 1911 and are very beautiful but I am not interested in keeping them for various reasons. I am looking for suggestions as to where to start to find a gallery or collector that may be interested in buying them also I would like to find who the original artist was that designed them. Any advice and guidance is appreciated.
Alll riiight!!!
Every Bachelor Pad must have a ?????? Moving into my own apartment after a few years of living with a roommate. What things do I need to make sure to have the coolest, most comfortable, awesome bachelor pad ever?
How the hell to get IE to print properly?
When using IE 6 or 7 and printing a page from the same website using two different computers, but the same printer, one prints at half a page length and one prints the desired full page. The print preview for each matches the way each prints. I can't figure this out for the life of me. Anyone?
Club soda is a drink, too, isn't it?
Due to health reasons, I cannot drink alcohol. However, I still want to ask girls out for drinks because it's a good first date. What to do? [more inside]
Sausage stuffer recommendations
What is the best sausage stuffer? [more inside]
Funny "burn the microwave popcorn" sign?
Anybody remember where (the URL) to find the funny sign you can put near the workplace microwave about BURNING THE FREAKING MICROWAVE POPCORN? (At the risk of ending up on Passive-Aggressive Notes, I could use one right now.)
Do two wins make you the nominee?
How many US presidential candidates, democrat or republican, have lost the first two primary/caucus contests and come back to become their party's nominee? [more inside]
Changing the speed on an old drill press
How do you change the speed on an old belt driven drill press? [more inside]
Rogers is trying to silence me
I have several domains for my business and obviously several email addresses. How to use my smtp server settings with Rogers Cable? [more inside]
My GoogleFu has failed me.
I've been trying to find an image of Helena Bonham Carter in the picnic scene of Sweeney Todd. Or, more specifically, the pinstripe corset she was wearing in that scene.
Having no luck so far, as every image online is of the dress she wears for most of the begining of the movie.
Am I stuck waiting for the DVD?
I just found out the car (2006 model) I looked at the dealership's used to be a rental car. Help me understand/decide.
I just found out the car (2006 model) I looked at the dealership's used to be a rental car. Help me understand/decide. [more inside]
Blinded by the (fluorescent) office lighting
My cube is as bright as an operating room. Help me save my eyesight and sanity. [more inside]
He's no blue blood, but it's still worth something.
What's the value of blood donations? Is some blood worth more than other blood? [more inside]
MySQL Query from 2 Tables?
How do I query data from one MySQL table, but I also need to get a single piece of data from a second table too? Should I be doing a JOIN, or a separate query? [more inside]
What's the best way to organize and edit Raw files on OSX?
CS3 vs. Aperture? More inside... [more inside]
What can my dog chew on?
Chewfilter: My dog, a year-old or so terrier mix, loves to chew rawhide bones. Seriously LOVES to chew them. But she goes through them fast enough that I worry about it. What can I get her instead? [more inside]
What happens to campaign contributions after a campaign ends?
What happens to campaign money when a candidate bows out of a campaign?
Does the money funnel to the party?
Help me find a behind the ear bluetooth phone headset with good sound for people on both ends!
I often make calls that I need to take notes during, and have up until now been using the speakerphone function on my cell so I can type. A good friend told me that it sounded unprofessional, it picked up too much other sounds around me, I should consider getting a bluetooth headset for my phone.
I did, getting the Jabra BT500, which was the top recommendation in Consumer Reports. It's a stylish behind the ear one. I really liked the looks, the intuitive use of it, that you could get it on your head quickly (I don't want/need to wear it all the time) and that it felt like it would stay on your head. However, in talking with that same straight shooting friend, they said, after two calls, that it was picking up the external sounds even more so, and often even more then my own voice! They suggested looking for one with good noise filtering abilities.
That's where you come in. I'd like to know some of your favorites, that you've used for more then a day. [more inside]
Looking for indie ambient tracks.
Looking for excellent indie ambient music. [more inside]
"I am a member of no organized political party..."
The Democratic party in Michigan has seen fit to royally screw up the upcoming primary. Will my vote really be worthless? [more inside]
How to learn about the platforms of US political candidates.
US Politics: how do you get information about the actual platforms of the candidates in a race? All I see is blather about their poll numbers and haircuts. [more inside]
Video games suddenly make me sick?
So, I guess I'm getting motion sick now? [more inside]
Help this domino tattoo fall into place.
My grandma passed away last year and I've decided that I want to get some sort of memorial tattoo because she was a very important part of my life. I need help coming up with ideas for a domino themed tattoo. [more inside]
Nightmarish kid's telly
oldtelevisionprogramfilter. Please help me remember this old half-forgotten British children's show... [more inside]
MS Word's Undo is Making Me Come Undone
Another infuriating episode with your favorite source of aggravation and psychological trauma: MS Word! Experts and embittered veterans, click here and help me figure out where my "Undo" function went. [more inside]
Inexpensive Pilot G6 gel pens (or at least as good alt)?
Help me find webshops with inexpensive Pilot G6 gel pen cartridges, or at least as good alternatives, that ship to private customers in Europe? [more inside]
Help me locate this photo of atmospheric scientists in dorky helmets
I'm trying to find a quality version of this poorly-scanned picture of two atmospheric scientists in zany helmets. My understanding is the photo was somewhere in a 2007 "Discover" magazine, but I can't find it online. At a minimum, a link to the Discover page would be nice, but if I can get a link to the original, that would be superb!
BTW: the caption reads "Atmospheric scientists in the 1930s, when their kind proudly donned white lab coats and rigorously designed helmets"
Thanks for any help!
How to edit photos remotely?
How best to work with my photo library from two different Windows laptops? [more inside]
Remember me while you're away
Help me come up with the perfect "remember me while you're away" gift. [more inside]
Address in one postal district, PO Box in another?
Can I get a PO Box without proof of an address that's *in that post office's district*? [more inside]
Please recommend me a dentist in Cambridge, UK?
Please recommend me a dentist in Cambridge, UK? [more inside]
Help me find an online reminder
I need an online reminder which will send me an email reminder for one task one 4 different dates: tomorrow, after 7 days, after 15 days and after 30 days. I tried Remember the Milk, but it seems it only works with one date.
How to build a dinosaur.
I'm considering getting a cheap PC that I can slap Windows 98 and/or 3.1 one solely for the purposes of playing older games. Would this satisfy my needs, or is there a better option? [more inside]
Using a KVM switch with a Macbook
First time using a KVM switch. PS/2 keyboard,mouse, Macbook and Desktop. Need help :( Full details inside. [more inside]
Buy & Learn Guitar
I've decided to start taking guitar lessons. Where should I buy my guitar? Know any good instructors? I'm in San Francisco. [more inside]
Eat it or no?
I left my blue cheese in the fridge for a month- will eating it kill me? It's moldy already, right? [more inside]
mystery string quartet
Could somebody help identify this contemporary-sounding string quartet? [more inside]
January 6
What should I put in my china cabinet?
I recently received a large, beautiful china cabinet/buffet, and it's now the focal piece in my living room. It's wonderful, but seeing as I have no china, I have no idea what to put in it. [more inside]
The Razor's Edge Notes
Does anyone know of a site that can provide me with SparkNotes-like information on the novel: The Razor's Edge by W. Somerset Maugham? If not then perhaps one of you MetaFilter members will be willing to share some information on the book :]
Much thanks!
What is this short story?
What is the name of this short story that I am thinking of? [more inside]
How do I make songs?
I can make music. How do I make songs? [more inside]
Words that mean female or feminine?
Words that mean woman/girl/female? [more inside]
B. Rich
What are some popular criticisms of presidential candidate Bill Richardson? [more inside]
A repository of large flashcard-suitable translation lists?
A repository of large flashcard-suitable translation lists? [more inside]
A bento box of questions about having a baby!
A bento box of questions about having a baby! [more inside]
IMAC purchase
Would like to finally buy an IMAC and wondering about the Timing of a purchase? [more inside]
I love big *, I cannot lie
Why do people like certain body types - depending on what culture they grow up in? [more inside]
It's been 24 years. I give up.
My geometry teacher in high school in 1984 showed us this puzzle. I was only half paying attention, but I believe the goal was to draw a line that intersected each segment only once. [more inside]
What do you actually get for the price of a fancy spa pedicure?
What is the difference between a $75 pedicure at a fancy spa and a sub-$25 pedicure at some hole-in-the-wall storefront? Is it just about the ambience and the expensiveness of the products, or are the services qualitatively different?
My iPod doesn't tell iTunes about music I listened to. But only sometimes!
I sync my nano with iTunes. I play a few podcasts on my iPod, plug it in to my computer, but iTunes doesn't notice they've been played, and resets all my podcasts. But only sometimes! Infuriating! [more inside]
Building the Credit
I am trying to build up my credit. I would like to pay my rent by charging my credit card and then paying it off each month. Is there a service that will mail a check for you by charging a card? Can any one thing how to make this work?
Half-remembered DOS game from the early '90s
Can you help my sister & me identify this half-remembered DOS game? [more inside]
college+moving= ???
As a high school senior going to a Chicago-land school in fall 2008, what should I know to plan for my first apartment? [more inside]
name of a movie?
looking for the name of a movie - opening scene is some guy who goes back to his hometown for a funeral - meets a high school friend who is working in the cemetery digging graves -- can't think of the name of the movie.
Help us coat our floor in something deliciously hideous!
Vinyl flooring that is either NOT ugly or hideously ugly in a way we like: does it exist? [more inside]
I will not walk 5000 miles
Backpacking question about the I & M canal corridor near Joliet...can I take the Amtrak in? [more inside]
Hairy question
Debunking a story about unintentional hair transplants... [more inside]
Where can I find empty 2 liter bottles?
I am an 8th grade science teacher in New York State interested in doing an "ecosystem in a bottle" experiment very soon. I'm looking for ideas on where I can get empty 2 liter bottles, quickly and cheaply. I tried the local supermarket, but they wouldn't let me buy the returns. Any ideas?
Would you live near train tracks in a nice apartment?
Given a choice between two nice apartments with the same rent, would you take one that is directly next to a train track (just moving people-- no freight) and about two floors up, but with nicer interior and better appliances, or would you take one that's slightly smaller and without any train noise?
Along the same lines, do you get used to the noise? I was in the apartment when an express went by and it was quite loud...
Gas Puzzler
OK, I know this is a little silly but it's really beginning to bug me. Is there a way to get the nozzle from a commercial gasoline dispenser out of my car without spilling a few drops of gasoline onto the car or the ground? I have tried shaking the nozzle every which way, i have tried fiddling with the hose, but nothing seems to work. Is spilling a little gas every time I fill up a law of nature, or am I missing something that everyone else knows somehow?
Older, Married, and Childless? May we hear your story?
Looking for stories of satisfaction or regret from older married couples who decided not to have children. [more inside]
Why does e^pi * i + 1 = 0 ?
I heard about a book that covered philosophical questions at the core of mathematics. This interests me, but I'm really interested because if I remember correctly it used understanding of euler's identity as an example. What was this book?
Where can I find a summer job away from home?
Where can I find a summer job away from home? I'm 18 and this will be my last summer before college. [more inside]
A worthwhile idea hitting an expensive wall...a philanthropic idea in trouble
I am currently involved in setting up a website, and it is proving to be a Herculean task. However, thanks to an instilled sense of guilt and a desire to feel worthful, for a change, I have decided to give back to those that may not be as lucky, as rich, or as pretty as me, namely New York’s starving (or just struggling) artists. My goal, through this website, is to give them a helping hand for free, but obviously need some sort of funding and business plan to move forwards with. I have no experience with any of this. Please help!
My main concerns, not having ever done this before, are worrying about how to get funding/donations, whether I need to turn it into an NPO, and whether I should be worried about business-minded people stealing my idea, commercializing it, and basically shoving me out of the way.
The following are a list of problems for the immediate future. I have listed them all here because of AskMetafilter’s one-week policy on posting new threads. [more inside]
WP Blog gone blank, Admin section is fine
WorpressFilter Blog gone blank, Admin section is fine - help ! [more inside]
wonkish question about Washington state civil procedure
[Washington State Law question] How do the following differ? Motion for Summary Judgment. Motion for Judgment on the Pleadings. Motion for Judgment as a Matter of Law. [more inside]
Why does the British Army still have a Brigade of Gurkhas?
Why does the British Army still maintain a force of Gurkhas? [more inside]
Manuals for a Technics SU-G91 amp?
Old-skool AmpFilter: Who can provide links and/or guidance for us to find manuals / technical info for an older Technics amp and 5-CD changer? [more inside]
Victorian illness
What is the 19th Century illness that disfigures Esther Summerson of Dicken's Bleak House? [more inside]
How do i enable a javascript widget with Wordpress
I've set up a self hosted blog. I've got it looking pretty much how I want it, but I want a javascript based "advert" (it's an animated Kiva.org thing) in the sidebar. The blogging platform is Wordpress, which doesn't allow javascript if the blog is hosted on their servers. [more inside]
trying to have an unusual time in new york city
Trying to plan a honeymoon in New York City-looking for an affordable (150$ or under) hotel that is decent, in a good location for someone trying to find their way around the city, and maybe with some character(although the character is definitely not as important as having my own bathroom). I would really like some suggestions of good sites to see with a surreal or fortean/paranormal flavor. My fiancee loves to do grave rubbings(charcoal rubbings of old or unusual graves), so any pointers on what cemeteries would have the oldest gravestones would also be appreciated. [more inside]
Help me figure what song this is and who sings it.
SongFilter: What is this song? [more inside]
What are the Names of all the riders involved in the disastrous Charge of the Light Brigade led by Lord Cardigan during the Battle of Balaclava on 25 October 1854 in the Crimean War?
Names of all the riders involved in the disastrous Charge of the Light Brigade led by Lord Cardigan during the Battle of Balaclava on 25 October 1854 in the Crimean War? [more inside]
Simple puzzles that require time travel to solve?
Can you think of time-travel puzzle rooms for my D&D mini-campaign? (2 other categories of puzzles I'd like are described inside) [more inside]
If I could think of a witty title, I wouldn't have to be wasting a question.
I need a cute catchphrase for a gift I'm giving. [more inside]
Name that tune.
Help me identify the song at the end of the new Juno commercial. [more inside]
starting a career in digital post-production / photo retouching
I would like to do digital post-production / photo retouching as a career. Is this realistic, i.e. something I can actually make a living at? And, if so, where do I start? [more inside]
Mental health & petty theft
What is the pathology of a person who steals small personal items such as shoes, underwear and sunglasses in order to remember or think of someone?
How well do we really trust the French?
What is the policy of the British M.O.D. regarding the Channel Tunnel in case of war in continental Europe? [more inside]
Must a NYC landlord pay to repair an oven?
Is our New York City landlord responsible for repairing our broken oven? [more inside]
When do I start looking for an apartment in NYC?
I accepted a job in New York City that starts midsummer. I'm in school until the end of May. When do I start looking for a place to live? [more inside]
Vista it's been fun, don't let the door hit you on the way out...
HP TX1220 (TX 1000) downgrade to XP filter; Hi hivemind, I have a HP TX1220 hybrid tablet PC I wish to downgrade from Vista to XP. Any comments on your own experiences or links to others who have ventured down this path as well?
Thanks
Decatur truck repair?
Anyone have any recommendations on where to have a GM Diesel truck fixed in east Atlanta? [more inside]
Furnace inspection regulations, New York State?
Are there any laws or regulations requiring a landlord to make periodic inspections of the furnace (oil burning) in a single family house in New York State, Suffolk County, Long Island? It seems to fall under a generic 'Duty of Care' but I'm not sure if there is anything that compels an inspection before the thing blows up or expels toxic gas.
How to order a book for a friend in Switzerland
How to order a book for a friend in Switzerland [more inside]
Looking for specific Lambert Hendricks and Ross lyrics
We're about to purchase the Lambert, Hendricks and Ross CD "Sing a Song of Basie", but need to know if John Hendricks lyrics are included in the remastered CD liner notes.
We know that they were there with the original vinyl, but online retailers are annoyingly vague about the CD.
Does anyone have this CD? Could you let me know?
We know that they were there with the original vinyl, but online retailers are annoyingly vague about the CD.
Does anyone have this CD? Could you let me know?
Are eBay meteorites real?
My friend has received some good-natured abuse for purchasing this supposed meteorite on eBay for $79. In his defense it did come with an official ink-jet certificate. How can we determine if this really is a meteorite? We'd like to continue goofing on him only if it is deserved. If it turns out he's right, we will gladly stop and apologize. (And go back to making fun of his curious interest in American Doll stores.)
Searching for a realtor south of Boston
Looking for a realtor in Weymouth/Hanover/Pembroke/Southfield MA... [more inside]
Not exactly taming the shrew, it's more like tolerating her.
My very emotional former boss has become my friend. Please help me learn how to deal with her/mine/our issues. Long explanation follows. [more inside]
Will properly sized TECRE button/mirror parts work on a Badge-a-Minit hand press?
i was just a dork and after purchasing an entry level Badge-a-Minit 2 1/4 inch button press from the Badge a Minit store, i purchased 2 1/4 inch mirror parts (for pocket mirrors) on ebay intended for a TECRE brand button press. If they're not compatible, I'm kind of SOL...but if anyone can tell me they WON'T be compatible, I need to buy some compatible mirror parts ASAP in addition to the TECRE ones i purchased and will not be able to return. FYI I did see this post http://ask.metafilter.com/19714/Badger-badger-badger and followed all links and couldn't find the info I wanted. Any advice would be appreciated.
What resource suggestions would you suggest to someone starting their own freelance business?
What resource suggestions would you suggest to someone starting their own freelance business? [more inside]
Silicone cupcake liners arent nonstick
I just recieved a set of silicone cupcake liners, v silimar to these , and tried them out yesterday. However, the cupcakes wouldn't come out in one piece - every single one broke and crumbled when I tried to release it. Does anyone know how to prevent baked goods from sticking to these things?
Name that Central Texas wasp
Central Texas wasp ID? Small, gray, found indoors hovering around lights? [more inside]
I've made a blackened mess of things 3 times now...
Help- I keep burning my chana dal in the crock pot..... [more inside]
SEATTLE: Help us find a nice rental home with a soul!
SEATTLE: I'm looking for internet resources to find rental apartments, condos, houses [more inside]
Can anyone give some advice on starting up a website?
Can anyone give some advice on starting up a website? Anyone out there with experience of setting up a website or websites but wasn't actually technologically capable of making the website them self? [more inside]
Help me enjoy my iMac!
I'd like to move my 20" iMac from one country to another, but I'm not sure what the most cost-effective and safest method is. [more inside]
Can'tdoaspace,can'tdeleteortab
Very odd Macbook keyboard issues filter: Why have specific keys stopped working on my friend's Macbook? [more inside]
Online quest for Ushuaia vanilla shower gel!
Awesome, supermarket-available, vanilla-scented shower gel from France - bought online and shipped to Latvia? [more inside]
Best online resources for exotic backpacking destinations?
What are the best online resources for adventurous backpacking to obscure places? [more inside]
January 5
Who sounds like a recent Tom Waits?
All right, so, I love Tom Waits. A lot. Like most people love their grandmothers, I guess, except I've never made a turkey out of my handprint in some finger paint for Tom. What are some bands/artists who sound like that? Particularly latter-day Waits: Bone Machine, Mule Variations, Real Gone, etc. I've never been that big on the ballads, I confess (there goes my hipster cred).
Advice on how to protest well
Advice on protesting Alberto Gonzalez speaking at my campus. [more inside]
Looking for a good fabric marker.
I'm looking to make a pair of DIY Vans and I need help in deciding what to use. [more inside]
Girl alone
I often want to see bands that none of my friends want to see, but I stay home because I'm afraid to go to clubs all by myself.
What do you do when you go to a club all alone? [more inside]
What to do with currants?
I just bought a package of red currants at the grocery store. Help me figure out what to do with them! [more inside]
How can I get the USDA's nutrition data into excel?
How can I get data from the USDA's food database into excel? [more inside]
stop gsm static
How can I make the damn GSM clicking from my iphone stop attacking my baby monitor? [more inside]
Assesssing employee value
How can I assess the economic value of an employee (namely me)? [more inside]
Translate?
Please help me translate this wonderful american indian song into english... [more inside]
A story from childhood
I once had a record of a child's story read by I think peter ustinov, the title I believe was Thundar the Giant. [more inside]
Chip-pop?
Where can I find covers of popular songs done in the style of c64/amiga/mod/xm etc? [more inside]
Vietnamese lullabies?
Where can I find recordings of Vietnamese lullabies? Preferable in downloadable format.
How to find information on an old business?
How can I find out information about corporations from the early 20th century (1910-1950)? I'm looking for info on several different companies (none of them public I think), most of them based in New York City. [more inside]
Art Lies magazine
Where can i buy a copy of the magazine Art Lies in or around Dallas?
Radiohead novice
I'm new to Radiohead's music. If I want to get one album of theirs, which one should I buy?
Open Source Video
Who provides the best Open Source video editing? [more inside]
Children's book about a flying ship?
Does anyone know of a kid's book about Admiral Benbow and a flying ship? [more inside]
Romantic symbolism: conflict-free and on the cheap
Help me find a quality, non-diamond engagement ring that wont plunge me deeper into debt. [more inside]
Re-direct to another Domain?
How do I redirect all results to a directory on my website to a totally different domain? [more inside]
Deducting Child Care Expenses
TAX-Filter: Please help me understand the difference between:
(a) Deducting child care expenses from my taxes,
(b) claiming the Child and Dependent Care Credit on my tax return, and
(c) Using a section 125 Flexible Spending Account to pay for child care expenses. [more inside]
How to fix a malodorous laptop?
How do you remove an odor from a laptop without killing the laptop (or yourself)? [more inside]
Where can I hear live grime in NYC?
Where can I hear live grime in NYC? [more inside]
Help me understand my pants
Short waisted? Long waisted? How do you find out? I *think* I'm short waisted, since the crotch on most of my pants and tights hangs down to my knees. How do you measure? Where oh where could I find pants that don't either show my posterior or make me feel like M. C. Hammer? Please help me settle this once and for all. [more inside]
love, doubt, & alcohol : is it worth going back anyway ?
love, doubt, & alcohol : is it worth going back anyway ? [more inside]
Public grounds arbitrarily closed?
Can a public building arbitrarily declare its grounds closed on the weekends and not accept any public visitors? (Talking about the Diamond Ranch High School in Pomona, CA specifically) [more inside]
Japanese Passive Aggressive Bento Blog?
I am looking for a Japanese blog about a woman who left passive aggressive notes for her husband and son as part of the food in the bentos she made them. [more inside]
How do I watch tonight's ABCNews/Facebook debate live online?
How do I watch tonight's ABCNews/Facebook debate live online? There doesn't seem to be any option on ABCNews.com to do this...?
Need help w/symbol of keeping "the proverbial rug" in place
Clever gift ideas for someone who has had "the proverbial rug" pulled out from under him a few times? [more inside]
Haunted by a Crooked Boss
It's probably too late to do anything about a crooked boss, but I'd still like the Hive Mind's opinion... (long story inside) [more inside]
CFL or similar for recessed lighting?
What's the best CFL or similar for recessed lighting? A previous question didn't quite provide the direct recommendation I'm looking for. [more inside]
Drat, my free car is acting up...
Our 1995 Geo Metro seems to be having electrical problems [more inside]
Thunderbird won't work. How can I reinstall everything or change my password?
How do I completely uninstall thunderbird from a computer running xp? Or, better, how do I change my password for SMTP authentication? [more inside]
I want to track books I've read and books I want to read.
Where can I keep track, online, of my current list of books read/owned and books I want to read? [more inside]
Typefaces and Visual Details for Teaching Materials
Need suggestions for graphic design elements related to 3 historical periods: early modern England, Neoclassical France, and the US in the cold war '50s. [more inside]
Help my dad enjoy eating again
My father is several years on from surgery to remove a lymphoma in his neck (between his trachea and his esophagus I think). He has recovered wonderfully except for some scarring that has affected his voice (minor) and ability to eat much solid food. I want to help him find new ways to enjoy eating again. [more inside]
Someday we'll find it, the film grain connection.
Why are films from the 70s so grainy? [more inside]
Medical Malpractice Insurance Coverage
Does medical malpractice insurance typically cover all damages of injured patients? I'd like a citable source on this if at all possible, but searches so far haven't turned up anything worthwhile.
claymation short about totalitarian vegetables?
Anyone know the title of and where I could locate a claymation film from the early '90's about vegetables living in a communist or totalitarian regime? [more inside]
novelfilter
New Year resolution: write a novel this year. Need some resources [more inside]
Help us Find a simple Wedding Ceremony and Reception Location in Southern California!
Help us find the right place for small wedding ceremony / reception in Southern California [more inside]
Where should we have our reception?
Help us find a place for our wedding reception! [more inside]
Wheat free question
My girlfriend was recently diagnosed with coeliac disease. Do I have to get a new chopping board? [more inside]
What should I do with my life post law school?
Another chapter in the ongoing saga of "what should notjustfoxybrown do with her law degree since she really, really doesn't want to retake the bar exam but feels societal pressure to do so." [more inside]
Calling all (semi) esoteric foodies ...
What can I do with all these black cardamom pods? [more inside]
Why does my Google Desktop Sidebar look like this? (Funny Squiggles and no text)?
15-minute stir fry recipes?
What are some good combinations of ingredients for stir-fry? The fewer ingredients and shorter prep time, the better. [more inside]
Can you show me some amazing literary descriptions of the pleasures of tasting food?
Can you show me some amazing literary descriptions of the pleasures of tasting and eating food? [more inside]
Movies similar to "incident at Loch Ness"
I just watched "Incident at Loch Ness" for the third time and seriously think this is one of the best movies ever made. The spoof-documentary is not so much the draw compared to the transition from serious film to comedy and the intelligent character humor. What other films do you think i would like?
The Thomas Pynchon/Harry Potter/collective unconscious phenomenon
Is Albus Dumbledore's surname really some archaic English noun? [more inside]
French phonebooth disaster
We called the USA from a France Télécom phonebooth. Following the instructions on the poster, we dialled *808 and gave our Visa card number. Turns out they charged more than $100 for a call lasting about 10 minutes. Is there anything we can do to contest this?
Help me sell some books for fun and slight profit.
I'd like to make a little pocket money off selling books on half.com. What should I know? [more inside]
Where can I get rubber letters, and how do I order them?
If I wanted some pre-cut letter shapes made for me out of a material similar to a tire inner tube, what sort of request would I make? What would I call the material so that the manufacturer understood? What, if anyone has ordered similar, is a decent place to order from? Thanks!
rebel without a car.
I want to go on vacation in March to a place with beaches. Problem: We can't drive! [more inside]
Camera for travel in high-theft area?
I'm going to be traveling to Rio, where the chances of my digital camera getting stolen are, by all accounts, pretty high. What's the best solution given that I'd really like to be able to take pictures and bring them back with me? [more inside]
What is the perfect 25-track mix-cd of mostly-modern classical music?
If you were to give someone a 25-track crash course on classical music (a "mix-cd/playlist"), what compositions would you include? [more inside]
Painted
Problem: bored artisticly inclined teenage daughter on school holidays til end of January. I handed over my tin of 72 Derwents but it wasn't enough. [more inside]
I like my pimples and my hunchback, thanks.
Satisfying my inner fashion maven: Is it possible to experiment with style & fashion without getting caught up with its superficiality? [more inside]
Food and Film
Do you know any movies in which food is a major theme? [more inside]
The skinny on scanning
I'm intending to self-publish a short run book of photography - I need advice on image preparation (from original neg and tranny) for what will most likely be an offset printing process. [more inside]
Can I hook up my speaker system to both computer and stereo?
I just bought a "Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 THX Certified Computer Speaker System," thanks to recs from another post on mefi. I'm wondering if I can buy a cable that will connect the system to my computer AND my stereo--some kind of splitter? I'm pretty clueless about this stuff, so the more detail the better. Thanks.
Help me get my meager rental deposit back
My old landlord has not returned my deposit after more than three months and several phone calls and emails. Help. [more inside]
January 4
I suck at IKEA.
How do you get a plastic IKEA rivet out of a half-built drawer? [more inside]
"not a big truck," but a "series of tubes"
What other cities (worldwide) have installed subway systems long after being "established?" [more inside]
BollockBuster
How much do late fees/oustanding fines from video stores affect my credit score? [more inside]
5300 miles equals what, hive mind?
Where else could my dog and I have driven 5300 miles to? [more inside]
Installing MediaWiki on XP with an Existing Apache Webserver
MediaWiki install: Apache, MySQL, & PHP already on my machine? [more inside]
Extremely well printed, state of the industry, paper "poster" - Calendar Recommendations
Extremely well printed, state of the industry, paper "poster" - Calendar Recommendations [more inside]
I need Dr. Who watching advice.
Help me order my queue. [more inside]
Shoe buttons are rare, where can I find some?
I have shoes that look sort of like these, but the strap on one of them came unattached and I lost the button. Where can I find a replacement button (either online or in the Washington, DC area somewhere)? [more inside]
Medication for Panic Attacks?
Anxiety medication for panic attacks? What should I look out for / expect. [more inside]
Propose or hint?
[Proposal Filter] We've lived together for 7 years, been together for 9. We've discussed the future, kids, plans, etc. I was always okay with our living-in-sin/unmarried status until recently. [more inside]
I need help repaying a personal debt.
I've owed someone some money for many years. I keep forgetting to repay it and then I remember later. Repeat cycle ad infinitum for almost 18 years. Help me figure out how to repay it. [more inside]
I don't smoke, but my other personality does...
Today, my employer game a form to fill in regarding my health. On it were the usual questions about diabetes and epilepsy and such. But there were also questions about things like whether I've had/currently have irritable bowel syndrome (WTF?), how much alcohol I drink per week, whether or not I smoke, etc. Looooong question.... [more inside]
What do I need to know about cycling on the streets in San Francisco?
What do I need to know about cycling on the streets in San Francisco? [more inside]
2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid Battery Replacement
2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid Battery Replacement [more inside]
AirCard internet access with no plan? Possible?
Do any of the services that offer aircards for wireless anywhere access to the Internet also offer a pay as you go or prepaid plan? [more inside]
Cookingfilter
Are there any askmefi-like forums that revolve around food and cooking? [more inside]
British mystery TV shows/movies?
Great British mystery television shows/movies? My girlfriend and I are both rabid fans of good, old-fashioned British whodunnits. Nothing like a rainy Sunday curled up in the sofa to watch an insufferable amateur detective line up a bunch of eccentric upper-class Brits by the fireplace to expose their innermost red herrings: Poirot, Miss Marple, Jonathan Creek, Cadfael, Inspector Alleyn, Sherlock Holmes, Gosford Park -- we have pretty much watched them all, including numerous Agatha Christie movie adaptations. What else is out there? Must be British, or feature mainly Brits; extra points for smoking jackets, quaint little villages in Dorset, vintage automobiles and funny little Frenchmen. (We don't like modern police procedurals that much, though; Inspector Morse is all right, but not quite our cup of tea.)
Where to find travel insurance for a dialysis patient?
My Dad does hemodialysis 3-times a week. He is a Canadian, but we have found a great dialysis clinic that will treat him here in Louisiana when he visits.
The problem is that it now looks like we are going to have trouble finding travel insurance for him. Mom and Dad won't travel to the States without it. Has anyone got any ideas how we can best find this insurance for him? Do you know any dialysis patients who have found travel insurance for a U.S. vacation?
I'm a sucker for a sucker! Here's my money!
Why do banks have free lollipops (for suckers?) [more inside]
I have no evidence for this hypothesis.
Is it possible that lactose intolerance is correlated in some way with the consumption of pasteurized milk? [more inside]
What are the best websites / blogs where I can keep up to date on cool things to do with Smartphones and PDA's?
What are the best websites / blogs where I can keep up to date on cool things to do with Smartphones and PDA's? [more inside]
Kid rock!
My teenage son (fifteen) has decided he wants to play the guitar. What guitar? [more inside]
Can you name any non-violent movies for 2-3 year olds?
Non-violent, non-scary movies for 3 year olds? My daughter likes watching movies as a special treat but is scared by Disney's trademark ultra-villains and even shouting or dark scenes are a bit much for her. So far the only two movies she loves beginning to end are the newish Curious George movie and My Neighbor Totoro. I looked long and hard and can't find any others. Any ideas? [more inside]
Is there a site to track showings of my to-see films?
Is there a site that will enable me to compile a list of movies I want to see and notify me if any of them show in a configurable fairly wide area? Yahoo Movies lets me build a to-see list, but I have to laboriously plug in a bunch of zip codes for each film (because its range is very narrow). For example, I've only seen LOTR on DVD, and every once in a while a theater revives them as a special thing and I miss it. And, just generally, I'm interested in obscure indie flicks that release only sporadically, and I lack the patience to search each title every few days. Now.....if there were such a site that could do the above plus track showings of my top-predicted films at MOVIELENS, that'd be great (but way too much to hope for). FYI, movielens (movielens.umn.edu) is an awesome groupware prediction engine.
PowerDoppler 17 comin' atcha LIVE!
Why does it seem like every local TV station has their own radar (usually with a ridiculously flashy name like MegaDoppler 3000)? Is it just for bragging rights or are they actually better/faster than the National Weather Service's radar? [more inside]
How do I know which fats are which?
Nutrition label says food has 5 grams of fat, 3 of them are saturated. There is no other information. Would the other fat be trans, polyunsaturated, or monounsaturated? [more inside]
Making money in politics (without being corrupt)
Is it possible to make a decent, relatively steady living in (liberal to center left) politics in Raleigh NC? If so what job(s) should I start looking for? [more inside]
My phone keeps turning off!
My brand new Sprint Mogul Pocket PC will restart itself, but only when I'm walking with the phone in my pocket. Why? [more inside]
Looking for a kid's book that has sailing and cooking
Bookfilter: looking for a book I read as a kid involving a sick kid and sailing. The wrinkle? I read it in German, so I don't even know if this book exists in English. Obviously, there's [more inside]
Looking for a good Photography editing software.
Looking for a good Photography editing software. [more inside]
A real live person at UPS?
Can someone point me to a phone number for UPS where I can get a real person on the line? I've tried navigating their annoying phone menus and sent an email (easier to ignore than a phone call), but can't get to a real person. [more inside]
Historical car pricing.
Are there any websites that compile historical MSRPs for cars? Like if I wanted to know how much a dude had to pay for a new Camaro in 1979. [more inside]
Apply to low-level positions while out of state?
I am 22 and one year out of undergrad. I would like to get a paraprofessional library job in NYC. I live in Seattle. Is it stupid to expect that I could set up interviews before moving? Will employers even look at my resume now? [more inside]
What's my name?
Changing my name for marriage: Does FirstName HisLastName MyLast Name make things too complicated? [more inside]
Saturday night in Paris
Things to do in Paris tomorrow (Saturday) evening? For a couple of adults, a couple of children (11 & 12) to do together. [more inside]
TravelFilter: Travel options in southern Japan
What is there for a married American couple to do in southern Japan / Kagoshima? [more inside]
Help me find fun plates and cups.
I want to buy funky plates and cups (different for each place setting) The more eclectic and weird, the better. Do you have a favorite plates/cup that you got online that are cheap, funny, and safe for human consumption?(no traces of any chemicals that may cause blindness, irritability, etc..)
M-Audio or E-mu cheapie 61-key USB MIDI controller?
I want a cheap 49 or 61 key USB MIDI keyboard for under $300. M-Audio Oxygen or E-mu Xboard? [more inside]
How Can I Best Deal With Working Around a Pregnancy?
What is the best way to deal with informing my employer of my pregnancy? The benefits situation is questionable at this point. Details below. [more inside]
When do you floss?
Where does flossing fit in to your routine? [more inside]
Scroll control?
How do I make Firefox scroll down only half a page (i.e., half the height of my screen) when I hit the spacebar, rather than down a full page?
How can I have secure internet conversations with my girlfriend at her work that won't raise suspicions with her employer.
How can I have secure internet conversations with my girlfriend at her work that won't raise suspicions with her employer. [more inside]
Because I can.
I am a geek, not a businessman. Help me sell my 'albums.' [more inside]
Should I start over, with a new career in computer networking?
Help me with my mid-career freak out: should I change directions and move into the exciting world of computer networking? [more inside]
Is there a Bible for liberals?
Is there a specialty Bible for liberals? [more inside]
What is the best way to realtime-render 3D images on a server?
Does anyone have experience using DirectX in a server-side application? Is it practical? If not, what alternatives are there? [more inside]
Help me get the tips I earn!
I've been working as a waitress at a restaurant. People leave tips for the waitstaff. The restaurant takes these tips; I never get any. This cannot be legal, can it? What can I do about it? [more inside]
I can haz reminder?
Help me get organized: I am looking for a small, very portable PDA-ish device that makes it really easy to program, display, and check off all sorts of reminders (hourly, daily, weekly, monthly etc.) with the option to set alarms. [more inside]
Name that tune: I drive cars that shift themselves!
Anyone know the name of a hip-hop song that uses the quote "I drive cars that shift themselves. My cars shift themselves. They're luxury cars," from the movie Buffalo 66 ? I'm not sure if the artist sings this line or actually samples the clip from the movie. Oh, and the song seems like it might also sample Sir Mix A Lot.
Do newspapers normally ask for all rights from freelancers?
What are the usual practices of major (and minor) print publications when entering into contracts with freelance writers and photographers (stringers)? The publication can certainly force (or request) stringers to enter into contracts that say their articles are a "work for hire" or purchase "all rights" in the material. Is this the norm now or do only the major newspapers do this? [more inside]
Dentist/Oral surgeon recommendations in the Buffalo area?
I need to get my wisdom teeth out this year. Can you recommend me a good dentist/oral surgeon/whatever somewhere in Western New York? [more inside]
Swimming upstream?
Anyone have experience with "treadpools"/swim-in-place pools? [more inside]
Cell Phone for Canada from States?
I'm looking to get a cell phone from some provider in the States that has good States and Canada coverage and decent long distance rates. [more inside]
Yet Another Empty Box for Christmas
What more can I do to maximize my chances of recompense with regards to an eee pc stolen during shipment from Newegg via UPS? [more inside]
Just one cook is spoiling the broth.
How do you avoid chef's stomach? [more inside]
What's my motivation?
"Forum" (Sondheim)Filter: What's my motivation? [more inside]
Dentistryfilter: will time "heal" my teeth or did my denstist mess me up?
Dentistryfilter: will time "heal" my teeth or did my denstist screw me up? [more inside]
Old videotapes
What do people do with old videotapes? [more inside]
Dave Chappelle's next marathon gig?
How can I find out if and when Dave Chappelle plans on doing another marathon stand-up gig at the Laugh Factory in Hollywood? Are these secret shows, or are they advertised publicly?
Where can I find a good defense of the use of c*cks*cker?
Does anyone know where I can find an oft-mentioned but hard-to-find letter by David Milch? [more inside]
Help me with my Portfolio!
Photography Portfolio Filter: I'm finally hanging out my shingle *officially* to do portrait shoots and show my more *artistic* work beyond the few small galleries I've already been in. To whit, I'm putting together two portfolio books. One for prospective portrait clients and another for gallery work. My question is one of formatting the pictures within the portfolio book. (More inside....) [more inside]
Fastest NYC to Vegas Route Avoiding Snow
I have a friend who has to move from New York City to Vegas next week. They are renting a U-Haul 14' truck, and are comfortable driving that, but want to stay off snowy mountain roads where their confidence is not as strong. At the same time, they are under a time crunch, and have to make the drive as fast as possible. [more inside]
Using up vinegar?
What are some ways to get rid of (i.e. use up) a lot of fancy vinegar? [more inside]
Are Independent Financial Advisers worth it? (UK)
I'm in the UK. My wife has contacted an IFA. They want to charge us £270 for an initial meeting, which will be reduced by 77% if we proceed with a pension product (for me, self-employed) they recommend; or, they will produce a full report for us which will cost in excess of £1600.
Are they getting money for old rope? How hard do they really work for this money? Are they worth seeing? We're not millionaires - we earn decent but unremarkable amounts, and that sort of fee would dent the savings we're trying to protect. What are your experiences?
Where can I but a postcard calendar?
Lesson learned. I should have bought my fave calendar before December. But I didn't. Calendars.com seems to be sold out. I like the "postcard wall" format b/c it has a single line for each day, hangs on the wall, and is very compact. Any ideas?
What to do with a bag of Baltic amber?
My father-in-law saved from the dumpster for me a bag of amber he tells me he picked up while combing a remote, access-controlled Baltic beach. They are mostly small, rough pieces, amber-colored (in case you were going to ask), and with different levels of occlusions and different surface textures.
I don't want to just sell them, and it seems rude to do so. I have no idea what their value would be. I'm not a jeweler or crafty in any similar way. What can or should I do with them?
A very sad conversation.
My very good friend was diagnosed with "Gastric Adenocarcinoma, Signet Ring Cell formation" yesterday - a really rare form of aggressive stomach cancer. What is going to happen? [more inside]
Do I have the girl I really want?
Ok, so I've been in this relationship now for about 9 months, this girl is 8 years older than me. I am in my late 20's. Both of us are recovering alcoholics, both sober almost 1 year presently. We met in "the program," as it were...and I'm having some residual difficulty feeling "committed" to the relationship. I check out other women and think about other women on a semi-regular basis - fantasize about women I see, know, occasional porn, etc. Just recently a woman I work with who I am considerably attracted to, and who has participated in mutual flirting around with at work for a while (minor-type), mentioned to me her desire to meet somebody. [more inside]
What do I put in a Chinese New Year card?
What nice message can I write in a Chinese New Year card? [more inside]
Poor dumb birds.
Is there anything that I can do to keep birds from flying into my office windows? [more inside]
Procedure manual for database data entry
I'm trying to create a procedure manual for our school's database software- only, I don't know where to begin! [more inside]
Stop that bounce!
Where's the best place to buy a sports bra in New York City? [more inside]
Which protein supplement?
What protein powders I should use for my morning smoothies? [more inside]
How to save a creative partnership from a meddling third party?
My long-standing creative partner's fiancée is interfering with our relationship. Looking for strategies to keep our partnership and projects healthy despite her divisive influence. [more inside]
I freeze, you freeze, we all freeze for banh mi...s
When you're in NYC and it's winter, where do you take your food to eat when the place you're buying from doesn't have seating? [more inside]
making flippy floppy
My Computer detects a floppy drive when there isnt one installed ......... [more inside]
Birthday Party
I need a place for a birthday party in the North Seattle area. [more inside]
BAD_POOL_HEADER BSOD
"BAD_POOL_HEADER" BSOD on Windows Vista [more inside]
Wedding in Mexico?
We are getting married at The Reef Playacar resort in Mexico in June and we feel as if we are getting the runaround from the staff. Does anyone have any experience at this resort or others in Mexico? [more inside]
Help me lock them out!!
How can I protect my privacy online? [more inside]
Need a new P4 motherboard
I need help choosing a new motherboard around a used Intel P4 chip. [more inside]
Have You Seen These Books (on TV)?
To jump, or not to jump?
My roommate likes me. A lot, it seems. He's been treating me impecably since I moved in, and I fear I'm falling for it. [more inside]
What to do in Greenwich at night?
My girlfriend and her girlfriends are going to see the Spice Girls at the O2 Arena in London tonight, and I've been invited to drive them there. I'm not going to the show, so what is there in the area that I can do between, say, 6pm and 10pm? [more inside]
Buying classical music CDs in the UK
Best place to buy classical music CDs online, preferably both new and second-hand titles? I'm in the UK. [more inside]
January 3
Looking for a cheap NAS solution <$50 (enclosure only)
Looking for a cheap NAS enclosure (~$50) - interested in ximeta netdisk, but I'd rather go with something that doesn't require a software install. For $100ish I could build a cheap VIA C3/C7 server, but a simple HD enclosure would be better. I'm planning to run it off a WRT54g, and have heard that ximeta's get slow wifi performance - could I watch videos over the connection (300mb/hr divx), or would I be restricted to backup and music? If so, what's the cheapest NAS enclosure that isn't a POS that can manage mp3's over wifi?
Something that could do bittorrent would be great, but they seem much more costly.
Most important, I want a NAS that will spin down when not in use so it doesn't kill my non-enterprise HD.
Has anyone been able to hack Rock Band on PS3 and then burned DVDs with downloadable songs playable on the PS2?
Has anyone been able to hack Rock Band on PS3 and then burned DVDs with downloadable songs playable on the PS2? [more inside]
Why do commercials for Disney World have a toll number?
Why do commercials for Disney World have a toll number? [more inside]
Gifts for a loved one with an interest in Economics and Russian
Gift Ideas for a person interested in Economics and Russian [more inside]
Russian Roulette Odds
Please settle an ill-informed bar argument re. Russian Roulette. [more inside]
Who's doing Fear and Loathing 2008 (and doing it well)?
So Hunter S Thompson's dead and I don't really know which writers to turn to, as the American election year gets underway, who can bring the mad skills, the savage wit, and the dedication to cutting through the usual bullshit. Wanna-be gonzo schtick I'm not so excited by; clear, fearless, honest voices for the win! Drug references optional. [more inside]
flip down tailgate or bust!
Is there a newish station wagon with a flip-down tailgate? [more inside]
Fatty, fatty, 2x4...
What diet is right for me, and how do I stick to it? [more inside]
Face to face with the one-eyed monster.
Please help a usually sex-positive girl come to terms with the realities of male masturbation. TMI inside. [more inside]
Will the tinfoil hat also cover up my crazyness?
What is the privacy downside of seeing a therapist using my insurance plan? [more inside]
Where to study History?
Looking for unique schools or programs for the study of History. In the US or abroad. [more inside]
WHATS THIS MOVIE?
What is the movie that has a little boy that gets an old camera as a gift and takes photos of his town? [more inside]
Surely there's weirdness in NE PA?
Some weekend this January or maybe February my boyfriend and I will be making our way from our home in Philly to Stroudsburg, PA to partake in some indoor go-karting activities (as a belated Xmas gift for him), and to get the hell out of town to a destination other than relatives. [more inside]
Is there a word or phrase that describes the experience of learning there is an established academic definition for an idea you thought was yours alone?
Is there a word or phrase that describes the experience of learning there is an established academic definition for an idea you thought was yours alone? [more inside]
Odd drug-related search queries showing up in my site referrer logs.
GeekFilter: My web site/blog is suddenly showing very odd searches in the referrer logs, all for prescription drugs. [more inside]
How do I output three different images on three different projectors simultaneously using as few computers as possible?
I'm looking for a way to output three different images on three different projectors simultaneously using as few computers connected to them as possible. [more inside]
Classical music conundrum
Please guide me toward more classical music... [more inside]
Groundfish Observation in Alaska
Has anyone worked as a Groundfish (or otherwise) fishing observer in Alaska? [more inside]
How do you view podcast metadata on an iPhone?
How do you view podcast metadata on an iPhone? [more inside]
Staub cookware question
Are these pinholes in the enamel surface of my new Staub cookware normal or flaws? [more inside]
Looking for First Hand Info
Applied to law school, looking to do work in human rights or civil liberties - but my info base is low. Just need more first hand information. Would love to hear about attorneys who love what they do - or if you know an lawyer who loves what they do. What kind of law? What does their/your work entail? Or sites that can give me further information. Thank you!!
boom tish, boom-boom tish
Where could I find a list of the top-selling/played jungle/drum-and-bass/2-step songs of previous years, in particular 1998-2001? [more inside]
Should DHCP be running on the DSL modem or on the wifi router?
DHCP served up by the DSL Modem or the wireless router? [more inside]
Wait; EVERYONE's an Admin now?
All users on this Terminal Server seem to be Administrators. How do I downgrade them? [more inside]
It's time to pay the piper but I think I'm bankrupt
How do I go about declaring email bankruptcy? [more inside]
What can I do with apple butter?
I have apple butter. Now what? I was given two jars of apple butter over the holidays. Is there anything I can do with it besides spread it on toast or peanut butter sandwiches?
invest in a new camera or a photo class?
What to spend my money on- a new camera or a photography class? [more inside]
Car trouble
Cars! I don't want to go to the mechanic as a female and say, "I have no idea what's wrong with my car! Please replace half my engine and overcharge me ridiculous amounts!!" I'm hoping to get some ideas on what might be wrong before I go... [more inside]
Help lots of readers see my typography skills!
I designed a book for a (first time) publisher in Germany. He is looking for a (anarchist/indie/punk) book distributor in the US...or any advice around that. Can anybody help? [more inside]
Ramming Speed! Or ramming systems anyway.
I've got 32bit windows XP. I also have 8 gigs of Ram. The windows specs say it'll only recognize 4 gigs. Other than converting to windows vista, is there any way to get my machine to recognize and use the other four gigs of ram?
How can I make sure there is proof I loaned someone money?
Would an agreement to pay back a personal loan by a specific date, signed and notarized by both parties be a legally binding document? [more inside]
Best way to install software on a mac with a broken CD/DVD drive?
I need to install new software on an older Macbook with a broken CD/DVD drive; can I do this by putting the CD or DVD into a windows pc and sharing it; or can I put a disc image on a USB drive? [more inside]
Mail to a hotel?
Can I mail myself stuff to a hotel ahead of time? [more inside]
Looking for a European holiday apartment.
Where is a good place in a European city for a non-European to buy a small but nice two bedroom apartment for holidays? Looking for a city environment. How much would I need to spend? Are there any regulatory hurdles? Where do I find them? [more inside]
How to advocate for and aid a desperately ill, uninsured man in California?
How to advocate for and aid a desperately ill, uninsured man in California? [more inside]
oh god help me dentist
Oh god part of my tooth fell off and the university dentist is closed. Where can I get emergency dental care in Montreal, Quebec? [more inside]
Help us be responsible parents for a 1yo German Shepard.
My girlfriend and I are (probably) soon to be the owners of a 1 year old German Shepard. We know (and love) the dog and the dog knows (and, we're sure) loves us. But we've never been responsible for anything more than a plant before and that plant died. What are some tips other German Shepard owners can impart, in terms of what we can expect and how best to take care of him? [more inside]
Why does this family have that last name?
Bizarre curiosity: This family appears to be Asian. Their surname is Irish. What's the deal? [more inside]
Not your usual Nintendo DS titles...
I'm looking for any good Nintendo DS games that are unusual, particularly innovative or just plain weird. In a genre of their own kinds of stuff. [more inside]
If I have two drivers licenses, are they both valid?
I lost my driver's license, got a replacement, and then found the original. I now have two drivers licenses. Are they both valid? Is there anything wrong with carrying the old one sometimes? [more inside]
Will Lapeyre stairs work for a roof hatch in a Brooklyn apartment?
What do you know about roof hatches in Brooklyn co-ops, Lapeyre stairs, and the ol' DIY spirit? Can I just order or a pair, or is this a job for a contractor? Do I have to get an architect involved or something?
The IRS, Paypal, John Doe--and ME???
I just received an email from PayPal notifying me that my account information has been requested by the IRS. I rarely use the account--it has very little activity other than the occasional small purchase (ebay, etc) and small ebay sale. It doesn't seem like a scam email, but I have no idea why my info would be requested? Should I get a lawyer involved or is this just a large-scale email I should ignore? Here is the email with my name removed (however, the case does refer to John Doe): [more inside]
I paid my kid sister's tuition last year. How do I approach that for tax purposes?
I paid my kid sister's tuition last year. How do I approach that for tax purposes? [more inside]
I'm thinking of moving to Buenos Aires and would like to hear from anyone who has lived or spent a lot of time there
I'm thinking of moving to Buenos Aires. I'd like to hear from anyone who has lived or spent a lot of time there. [more inside]
I can't go back to coach! There are trolls down there!
How the *$ did I manage to get a first-class flight at a discount price from an online travel retailer? [more inside]
Seen the commercial with the guy and the stuffed monkey he takes pictures of?
Looking for a commercial with a guy who takes pictures of his kid's stuffed monkey while he's on a business trip. [more inside]
Infant CPR classes?
Do you know of any free or cheap infant CPR classes? [more inside]
Can I make my kitty more komfortable?
My cat is in heat for the first time. I can't spay her for about 2 months. Help! [more inside]
UPS delivery stolen from porch--what to do?
UPS delivery apparently stolen off my front porch. Ideas for next steps, from anyone else who's been through this? [more inside]
WTF is "Brem" Cap Suling Gading
What is this Indonesian sweet? It says "Brem" Cap Suling-Gading [more inside]
What's the mystery ECT/Snow button?
ToyotaFilter: What does my "ECT / Snow" button actually do? [more inside]
Where can I find a weightlifting trainer in San Francisco to perfect my form? Not a total novice.
I'm looking for a trainer in the San Francisco area to coach me for a few sessions on my form for a few basic, old school exercises like the squat, bench press, clean, deadlift, row, and military press. [more inside]
Kanji for David and Goliath concept?
I'm looking for a cool Kanji/Hanji nickname that I will use to identify my Kendo/Kumdo equipment bags. [more inside]
What should I get for my friend
Gift ideas for a friend who's really into Native American culture? [more inside]
Appendages O' pain
How to treat possibly broken fingers and toes? [more inside]
Proper title for a deceased, retired officer
All my life he's been "Col. (Ret.) G. P. Stickfigure". He passed away this week and I don't know if/how etiquette changes a proper address. [more inside]
I'm about to gag just writing this question!
I have tonsil stones, I’m pretty sure. However, I also have a very strong gag reflex and can’t get them out. Help! [more inside]
looking for snow near Los Angeles
I'm looking for a place near Los Angeles where snow is falling or has recent fell on the ground. I don't want to go skiing I just want to throw a few snowballs. [more inside]
I want to pay off my credit card debt once and for all. Is selling mutual funds the best strategy to do this?
I want to pay off my credit card debt once and for all. Is selling mutual funds the best strategy to do this? [more inside]
What to these take-off parts fit?
Can you help me figure out what model of Ford Pick-up truck these parts can fit? (links to large pictures of parts and serial numbers inside) [more inside]
Negative repercussions of leaving Fulbright early?
Fulbright Filter: Are there any negative repercussions of leaving one's student Fulbright 10-month period a few months early? [more inside]
Handling electrolysis pain without a prescription
If you had electrolysis under your chin and along your jawline (or in any medium-sensitive area like that), and handled it WITHOUT any prescription medication or prescription cream, what solutions worked best for you?
Mild sedative for Pet dog
Mild sedative for a border collie while a human recovers from an illness. [more inside]
Long Distance Parenting
Looking for positive experiences where single parent and young child(en) were separated by great distances. Specifically, I am curious to know how it was made to work. [more inside]
Translate this
Question for people familiar with the Polish language and/or political scene: What are the "Patriotyczny Ruch Polski" newsletters I recently found in my heavily Polish neighborhood (Greenpoint, Brooklyn) all about? Here's a scan of a front page. [more inside]
Why is my exterior sump pump working itself out of its install pit?
Plumbing enabled folks please read on. My exterior sump pump installed at bottom of the stairway landing outside my walk down basement is working itself out of its hole. I need a sanity check on the contractor's planned repair. [more inside]
Does my watch really need service?
Automatic watches, maintenance required? [more inside]
Exporting Color Swatch Info From InDesign
Is there a way to export color swatch information from InDesign into text? [more inside]
Civic baby?
Will our Honda Civic get along with our newborn? [more inside]
Webumake Nomakeweb...Anymore.
My company is using a product called "Webumake" and the internal WYSIWYG editor does not work in IE7, Firefox, IE6 on the Mac... [more inside]
I'll wait (tables) in the pouring sun.
I've just moved to L.A. and need immediate employment to provide some short-term financial security. Locals, who (or what) would you recommend? (e.g., What are the least insane and/or most humane temp agencies? What are some cool places to do menial, customer-facing work that actually pay a living wage?) [more inside]
Owning up to my false accusation
ConfessionFilter: I wrongly filed a complaint against a municipal employee 10 years ago. I do not believe that anything was pursued beyond a few enquiries, however I want to apologise. Do I and how? [more inside]
year end bonus protocol
How do year-end bonuses usually work? [more inside]
I just want to plug things in
I have a light switch on the wall that controls both an overhead light and an outleft. I'd like it to only control the overhead light, while still sending power on to the outlet. [more inside]
That's not art, that's my firewall!
How do you draw a picture depicting firewall rules? Do you know of any examples? [more inside]
Is it possible to have a normal relationship after a spouce attempts suicide?
My wife and I have been married for almost 10 months. She has had a number of cutting epsiodes and last week she tried to commit suicide. After I caught her cutting the first time (about 3 months into the marriage) she agreed to go into therapy and got on Prozac but things have not really gotten better. With things this bad, this early on in the relationship is there really any hope? [more inside]
What grocery stores in Canada carry healthy(er) foods?
What grocery stores in Canada carry healthy(er) foods? [more inside]
buying a laptop in Bangkok
Where should I buy a laptop in Bangkok? [more inside]
Who drew Howard & Nester?
Who is the (presumably Japanese) artist responsible for drawing the old Howard & Nester comics from Nintendo Power magazine in the early 1990s?
Help me fight the power and get rid of my stinky trash!
My HOA negotiated an exclusive contract with a garbage company -- and the garbage company has increased rates and decreased service. Help! [more inside]
Filing for child tax credit separately
Is it legal to file for child tax credit separately? [more inside]
Should my mom sue?
My mom was recently diagnosed with breast cancer, which sucks in many, many ways, not the least of which is that it seems that it could have been caught by her mammogram two years ago, but wasn't, possibly because the technician ignored information in her chart. She is now being encouraged by others to sue for malpractice, considering that her cancer has now had two extra years to progress. I'm wondering if she actually has a case, and if so, how should she proceed. This is kind of a long story, so there's more inside... [more inside]
What is a good replacement for this discontinued nail polish?
Is there a nail polish I'll love as much as my beloved, discontinued Revlon Top Speed Chrome Polish? Or that will even come close? [more inside]
Nearly ruined an awesome road trip...
On a road trip across the midwestern United States. Out of state driver, small town speed trap. Can I ignore the ticket? and other questions. [more inside]
Coin flip odds?
Statistics question: How can I calculate the odds of flipping a coin to get x consecutive heads anywhere within a data set of y flips. (more inside) [more inside]
Good spots for stargazing/astrophotography in NJ?
Where are some good (relatively) dark-sky places I can go in New Jersey for some stargazing/astrophotography? [more inside]
Help this young child get nutrition
best baby formula? ... the child is seven months old and just stopping breast-feeding. Several formulas have been tied -- including Similiac, GoodStart and Enfimil -- without success, as the baby does not like them and spits them out. Any suggestions on a nourishing formula? What should be tried? Is this just a transition situation? Should we keep trying the above formulas or go a different route? Thx.
The Straw that Broke the Lease
Roommatefilter: Do I lie to my landlady and say I'm being transferred out of state, or tell her the truth...that my new roommate is a possibly dangerous alcoholic? [more inside]
Pimp my job
I need career advice on how to become a graphic designer when I'm already a grown up. Bonus & intertwined question: can you help me see if I am on the path toward being screwed at my current job? [more inside]
My husband and I work at the same place, and now he's being fired. Now what?
Two academics, married to each other, at the same liberal arts college. One has been---unjustly and unwarrantedly---not recommended for reappointment. We're planning to appeal, but I'm not sanguine about the outcome. How bad is this likely to get, politically? Any advice? [more inside]
Just a sec. I've got Holden on the other line.
Do I have a web storm brewing? [more inside]
Too old to start a PhD?
I've taken early retirement after teaching 23 years in special education. With a high (3.7) undergrad GPA, a masters in math education, and decent GRE scores, what are my chances of getting into PhD program at the ripe old age of 61? Has anyone heard of some one my age being accepted to a PhD program?
Terms for battle maps?
Official terminology to describe battle movement maps? (more inside) [more inside]
Password heck
Any advice for a tri-platform, multi-computer, maybe not hashed, password manager for a large volume of ftp/ssh/ and misc logins? [more inside]
Sirius has lost it's face
My Sirius reciever has stopped displaying. It is about 2 years old so just out of warrenty (of course). [more inside]
Travelling to Switzerland for New Year 08
We're planning a trip to Switzerland for New Year 2008, but have little clue about the country. Advice welcomed! [more inside]
Who am I?
What does my username mean? I think it's Turkish. [more inside]
you're like, too old for this, man
Guess who needs boots like Marilyn Manson?! Yours truly! Here's the problem, it seems to be a very standard design but we need to try them on and take them home rather than buy them online and wait/pray it works out. Where (greater boston)?
Etymology of cutlerly terms?!
Why are the words for cutlerly (fork, knife, spoon) so different in the Romance languages? [more inside]
All threaded up with nothing to sew...
Inexpensive or reasonably priced fabric (dressmakers) available online (retail). Either within Australia (or ships here - without costing a fortune!).
I'm after a bit of (cotton) broderie anglaise, lycra, some cotton drill and a rayon/cotton/stretch blend to be precise but.. whatever you've got - I'll take it!
The IRS ain't gonna get my money! My wife's, however...
TaxdodgeFilter: My wife is a US citizen, I'm a british citizen, and we both live in Switzerland. I pay my taxes here in Switzerland (and nothing to the UK), but what will she have to pay to the IRS? [more inside]
January 2
ugh you internet
Did my mama get scammed by itunes look-alike? [more inside]
Am I supposed to only get 2 weekends to find a new apartment?
I live in a big apartment complex and the landlord sends me a letter 1.5 months before my lease is up with the rent increase. So I will be notified of the new rent on January 16 and no earlier. However, I have to give 30 days notice, and so only have about 2 weeks where I know my new rent and can find a new place. How do other renters deal with such a small window of time? [more inside]
just my luck...
Ebay removed an auction I won and canceled my bid - after I paid for it. What do I do now? [more inside]
Shopping The Mortgage
How and when do I "shop" a mortgage? (first-time buyer questions inside) [more inside]
San Francisco Storms
Should I be scared of these 3 big storms about to slam into San Francisco? [more inside]
Upconverting DVD Players for Less Than $100
Can anybody recommend an upconverting DVD player that costs less than $100? It needs to play CDs and CD-Rs as well.
moospace
I hate to say anything nice about myspace, but it seems that it is the best source for upcoming tour dates. Conundrum: [more inside]
Are we Bonnie and Clyde?
We got stuck in the EZ pass toll booth without an EZ pass. Are we now fugitives from The Man? [more inside]
Quality craftspeople in toronto?
Hey there, Torontonian-on-a-budget remodelers and refurbishers! I want to reglaze/refinish and re-tile my bathtub (and install new hardware), and I also want to refinish a dining table and chairs, and also reupholster the chairs' seats. Please refer to me your non-scammer budget-priced reasonably-proficient craftspeople.
(Random refinishers from the yellow pages or with those displays in malls all seem pretty sketchy, so i'm looking for referrals for people you've had previous experience with.) [more inside]
E is fine, needs more how.
I'm looking for multisubject howto info: deeper than eHow, less crafty than Instructables, more detailed than videojug, that isn't dead like SoYouWanna. Any single field's resources are fine too, so long as they are on the net. Thanks.
Hormonapalooza
Can you suggest articles or books that are anecdotal descriptions of people taking opposite-sex sex hormones? [more inside]
Uncivil service?
What options does a Canadian have to report a negative experience with a Customs Canada officer? [more inside]
Should we warn a girl that her new bf is a deceptive jerk?
My friend's ex-boyfriend is a manipulative, lying scumbag. Should I warn his new girlfriend what she's getting into? [more inside]
More Cans = More Recycling = More Money. Make it so.
I see you there. You're smart. You've got great ideas. You want to help me make the world a better place. So, help me brainstorm this contraption. [more inside]
I hate LA. I HAAAAAATE IT!!!!
You don't live in Los Angeles, but you hate it with every fiber of your being. This AskMe is for you!
(I'll get to LA lovers & residents later. In the meantime, you should probably avoid this thread.) [more inside]
(I'll get to LA lovers & residents later. In the meantime, you should probably avoid this thread.) [more inside]
Venice ideas... go!
How could one best enjoy the Venice carnivale? [more inside]
Who is Dena Martina?
Who is Dena Martina? She has provided music for Dan Savage's Savage Lovecast on the Xmas and New Year's episodes. Where can I find out more about this sonorous siren of song? [more inside]
USB 1.1 to 2.0 upgrade - how?
My admittedly ancient Dell laptop has 2 USB ports, which are both version 1.1. Everything I plug in these days triggers a Windows box that says 'Hey! this will go much faster if you have a USB 2.0 connection'. Gee, thanks, Windows. How do I accomplish this? Is this a software or a hardware upgrade? Is it even possible on a 2002 laptop?
Romantic weekend in central North Carolina
My roommate is heading to central North Carolina for a few days this month for a romantic getaway with his long distance girlfriend, and they are looking for some romantic getaway ideas. [more inside]
What is Sicilian Table Cheese?
Russo's Mozzarella & Pasta Corp. in Park Slope (NYC) makes an awesome "Sicilian Table Cheese." It is a sheep's milk cheese, with the consistency of cheddar, and it is full of peppercorns. I can find no references to it on Google. [more inside]
Methadone reading
Great article about methadone? [more inside]
In need of *easy* method for tracking multiple sources of income.
I want to simply my recording-keeping. Seeking an *easy* method for tracking multiple sources of income. [more inside]
Help me find an international adventure, and quick!
The clock is ticking on my lease. Fifty days, forty-nine, forty-eight, forty-seven... and I have neither a steady job nor money for a new place to live. I would like to volunteer or teach abroad, but I am under very pressing time constraints. [Details inside] [more inside]
I want 55 5th St. But, noooo!
How are house numbers allotted in Walton County, FL? The fellow at the courthouse said it is determined by distance and has something to do with emergency services. The house right next door to me is 53, but my number is 61. Why isn't it 55? Googling has failed me.
Things to see and do in Colombia?
We have two and a half weeks. What should we see and do in Colombia? [more inside]
I'm a non-resident and I need a disposable PAYG phone in the U.S.
I'm going to be visiting the U.S. for a month shortly. I'd like to have a U.S. cellphone (and U.S. number) while I'm there. I'm not a U.S. resident, so I have no credit history or bank account, and I don't particularly want to sign up for a contract anyway. Will I be able to walk into a store in Park City, Utah (which store?) and buy one? Can I steal a march by ordering on online and having it shipped to my hotel despite my lack of U.S. credentials? Which carrier has the best Pay As You Go deal? [more inside]
What's the prettiest, most colourful spot in Toronto?
Suggest colourful, scenic locations in Toronto for a short film shoot? Particularly seeking offbeat locations with saturated, rich colours, maybe colourful buildings, graffiti or murals. [more inside]
Water in new teakettle smells.
My sister got my Mom this teakettle for Christmas. Problem is, every few times we make tea, the water tastes terrible and smells funky- almost a wet chlorine smell. [more inside]
I've got the compression blues
What kind of archive program should I be using to ZIP... well, not necessarily ZIP but compress a backup of a hard drive? InfoZIP and WinRAR are failing me. [more inside]
mac system schizophrenia
How do I reset the SCSI ID of the boot drive on a G3 PowerBook, without actually booting that computer up? or... Did I just turn this laptop into a doorstop? [more inside]
Crossword creating software
What is the best software for creating crosswords, preferably ones that can be submitted to the New York Times, although I have no allusions here? Price and convenience, plus a good dictionary are concerns. It would also be great if this program is easily used by a ten year old. He is the driver, but I may want to use it myself a few times.
How can I alleviate this shortness of breath?
I feel like I can't take a full breath and can't get to a doctor for a few days. Anything I can do in the meanwhile? [more inside]
Familiar with the Las Vegas airport?
Familiar with the Las Vegas airport? I need some practical advice for choosing my flight/airline. [more inside]
How credible is The China Study?
How credible is The China Study by Dr. T. Colin Campbell and Thomas M. Campbell II? We would like opinions from individuals who have read the book, although opinions based on other factors are welcome so long as you mention it. [more inside]
DDR without Japanese Pop music?
What game system has the best Dance, Dance, Revolution array of games if avoiding Japanese synth-pop is a priority? [more inside]
due to some reasons the eBay policy automatically proclaims you to be the winner by default !
After bidding on a high-end cell phone on ebay, at a seemingly reputable Ebay store, I soon received several emails, all purporting to be from the seller (but appearing very automated), telling me that I had won the item (still active at Ebay) and to contact them by email to purchase it.
Ebay seems to hide the bidder information and email address, so how are they sending me mail, and why from so many different phishers? [more inside]
Help me get the pictures from my digital camera onto my Mac
I have a Canon Ixus 65 and I want to get the photos off the camera and onto my iPhoto-less Mac (10.4.10). I tried to go to Canon's website to download their Image Browser software but I can only find an update that works if you have a previous version of Image Browser on your computer. I don't have the discs that came with my camera and Image Browser is not installed. I refuse to believe I'm screwed. [more inside]
Where can I sell a bunch of old computers?
My employer has about 10-15 various old computers. They very in power 600Mz -1.2g. They want to get rid of them and offered to split the proceeds with me 50/50.
Here's what I think is the catch. I'm pretty sure that the XP installed on them is pirated, so I want to re-format them and install linix.
Where could I sell these? I've looked on eBay and don't see anything comparable for sale(they all come w/ XP installed). I'm also not sure what they would sell for.
Should I give up on my dreams for extra cash and donate them to 3rd world countries or just put them up on eBay and see what happens?
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Hot booze in a pot.
Your favorite hot booze in a pot recipe? [more inside]
Baby, It's Cold Outside!
A window in our apartment was broken by the previous tenants. When my roommates and I moved in this summer, our landlord told us that he'd get it fixed within 6-8 weeks. Winter's here, it still hasn't been fixed and it's causing our utilities to skyrocket. I know YANAL, but we need a bit of legal advice... [more inside]
Whoah, that's a lot of self-employment taxes that I'm going to have to pay. Oops.
Self-Employment-Tax-Filter: I didn't expect to have much in the way of income from my consulting business in 2007... setting my deductions to '0' should've taken care of what I expected. However, I ended up making almost a quarter of my income by consulting. I understand you're not an accountant and you're not my accountant, but how can I end up not having to owe a ton of penalties for not having filed self-employment tax?
The elusive vegan brown butter - can it be done?
Can you brown dairy-free margarine for recipes that call for brown butter? How do you do it? [more inside]
Exploring alternatives to San Francisco?
I like living in San Francisco, but I'm considering a move in the next few years. Can the hive mind recommend smaller cities with a similar vibe for me to explore? [more inside]
Need help printing to work printer from macbook
How do I make my Macbook (leopard os x) play nice with the Ricoh Aficio 2232c printer at work? [more inside]
ROI from community in traditional business?
Has anyone seen articles/metrics on how traditional businesses are succeeding by leveraging community and/or social networks? If you have link to specific research and/or articles it's appreciated. Thanks!
Mail.app takes forever to send email
How can I speed up mail sending in Leopard? [more inside]
The Complete Works of . . .
Is there a publisher in the UK that does high quality, uniform editions of the complete works of British authors like the Library of America does for American or Gallimard's Pleiade for French? If not, can anyone recommend a modern edition of Thomas Hardy's works worth collecting, new or used? [more inside]
Router Anomaly: WiFi speeds much higher than wired speeds?
Router Anomaly: WiFi speeds much higher than wired speeds? [more inside]
Can my new landlord give me the boot?
I've lived in my apartment for almost two years, on a month - to - month lease signed when the previous tenant left. While I can't claim to have been the perfect tenant, I've certainly never done anything that can get me evicted.
Last month the building sold to a new owner, with whom I'd met and seemed friendly, but I've been wary of the situation nonetheless, never having much reason to trust landlords.
So, this morning, the other shoe dropped... [more inside]
What's the best senior cat food out there that's also affordable?
We're looking for recommendations for a senior cat food. More info behind the cut. [more inside]
I have a huge name.
Like a lot of Latinos, I have a huge name. I am afraid that, in the long run, it may get me in trouble in the US. Help me prevent it. [more inside]
How do I wash this sweater?
Grownup has never washed a nice sweater. Help. [more inside]
Getting Married in Milwaukee?
Where is a cool place to get married and have a reception in or close to Milwaukee? [more inside]
Land of the midnight fun?
Considering visiting Yellowknife (NWT) this summer - would a city person enjoy it? [more inside]
How do you network when you have nothing to offer?
How do I cultivate relationships with people so that they will write me letters of recommendation (for artist residencies, post-grad programs, MFA programs, and grants)? This problem has been stymieing me for years! [more inside]
Need free, web based in out board
Where can I find a simple, free web based in out board? [more inside]
Power Supply Problem?
Power supply problem? A few weeks ago, when high winds hit the Oregon coast, my house lost power and my PC shut down. When it was restored, my computer wouldn't restart. So, I toggled my surge protector on and off, tried again, and the computer started. Then I unplugged the surge protector and waited out the storm. No problems until yesterday... [more inside]
Help me decide where to live, worldwide
If you could move to any place in the world where would you go to and why? [more inside]
I CAN HAS HDTV?
Help me find the best deal on a 37" HDTV in Vancouver, Canada. [more inside]
Trying to get home from Morocco on Royal Air Moroc
Stuck in Morocco. Does Royal Air Moroc take standby passengers? [more inside]
Ceiling popcorn
Anyone have any magic for removing the "popcorn" from my bathroom ceiling?
Hope me Obi-wan, Ground Control to Major Tom, Insert other appropriate song lyrics here etc. etc.
ADD treatment in the SF Bay Area – help! Also discussion... [more inside]
Please offer suggestions for my house over a winter vacancy
I will be vacating my house for a few months over the winter. Aside from some house plants there will be nothing organic in the house to worry about. I was planning on turning the heat down to near 40.
The house is not particularly well insulated so, if we get a serious cold snap,which is entirely likely,I would like to be prepared. I was thinking of turning off the water from the basement so the pipes will be empty,therefore not freeze.
Is there any danger in this?
Have you any other suggestions?
How do I be a godmother?
I'm going to be a godmother. What does this mean? [more inside]
Standalone Player No Longer Necessary
Streaming Filter: Help me put streaming audio and videos back into the browser. [more inside]
New Semester, New Impossible Teaching Obligations
Online news sources for reading level 5-10. [more inside]
Carry Me Back to Ol' Virginny
A passel of museum geeks is headed to Virginia. Can you help us plan the trip? [more inside]
Residential Electricity
Residential Electricity: Is it possible to measure current flow through romex in a non-invasive manner? [more inside]
Open source networking software to rival Network Magic?
My tresses cause me stresses!
How can I determine which hair product ingredients I am sensitive/allergic to? [more inside]
Protect the baby...from my cold sores
How can I keep from transmitting my cold sores to my 10 month old son ? [more inside]
Rock Band (PS2) practice mode
Does the practice mode of the PS2 version of Rock Band offer the options to play through songs at a slower-than-normal speed, and to select difficult sections of songs to practice repeatedly? [more inside]
Advanced Gnutella Client
Help me find a Gnutella client with advanced search options [more inside]
Shouldn't I be all better now?
I puked my guts out on New Year's on my way back to my car. I had nothing alcoholic to drink. I ate at Wendy's before the party. All day yesterday and this morning I still feel like I've got a lead brick in my stomach. How should I treat this at home? [more inside]
I hate entourage
Entourage on a mac, almost constant pinwheel. WTF? [more inside]
MacBook spontaneously waking with security settings changed?
What would cause a MacBook to spontaneously wake from sleep (roughly every few weeks, at apparently random intervals), with all of its Bluetooth Sharing checkboxes checked, when it was put to sleep with them unchecked? [more inside]
Who decides my vote?
Why do 2 or 3 states decide who I get to vote for in the United States general presidential election? What if, for example, I want to vote for Joe Biden, but a husk of Iowan corn farmers decide otherwise?
Help me find a dashing fedora for my dad, since elegance is the privilege of age
I want to get my father a hat for his 70th birthday. No, I don't mean one of those awful narrow-brimmed glen plaid affairs that are about as stylish and becoming as toe rubbers. I’m thinking a wide-brimmed fedora made of a good quality gray felt – something like this, and like what "Jack McCoy" sometimes wears on Law & Order (unfortunately can’t find a picture of Sam Waterston in his fedora). I’ve looked in the malls in Toronto and the only suitable hat I could find was $85 plus tax, which is both rather steep for my gift budget and too much to spend on something I am not convinced my mother and I can coax my dad into wearing;-). Does anyone know where (preferably) in Toronto or (plan B) online I can find a less expensive hat (hopefully not over $50) for Dad Swan?
How to set up group permissions in Windows XP?
In Windows, how can I set up a group that has permission to create/edit/delete user accounts? [more inside]
Looking for books, articles, podcasts and documentaries to prevent brain stagnation
In the spirit of this post, what have you read or seen lately (or not so lately) that has changed your mind? [more inside]
Freezing Point of a Cat?
What's a safe minimum temperature to keep my apartment during the day while my cat is home alone? [more inside]
In the left ear, I hear nothing...
I have an mp3, one channel of which is way quieter than the other. How can I fix it so the two channels are the same volume? [more inside]
Multichannel PC test tone?
Sound Blaster from PC to 5.1 A/V Receiver. It is already hooked up with a digital Coax cable to the DVD input. It passes encoded data great (DTS, DD5.1) and the two channel 48kHz sounds great when there isn't an encoded stream. But it doesn't work for games. I still have an analog 5.1 input I can use, but need 3 "Y-adapter" type audio cables. Would this work? How could I ensure my mappings are correct? [more inside]
Name a blog!
BuffyFilter! I need a name for a blog about Buffy. [more inside]
Help me find professional FTP hosting!
Can someone recommend a professional FTP host? Storage space is more of a concern than transfer limits. [more inside]
Aspiring Business Analyst
Help me become a great business analyst. I am slowly taking on more responsibilities as a business analyst and I am completely winging it. Does anyone out there gather requirements and do business modeling? Is that what a business analyst really does? I would like to here more about what makes a good business analyst. Can anyone recommend some good books, websites, techniques, and tools for jedi BA's? Should I learn more about UML? Interviewing techniques? Sharpen my general business understanding? Buy a fancy Monte Blanc pen? Is this job more about relationships than technology? Real life anecdotes appreciated.
There's a Kind of Hush...
Can anyone recommend a streaming "oldies" radio station? Specifics inside. [more inside]
2 player games on the Wii?
2 player games on the Wii? [more inside]
Looking for web site information for "good" news sources
Any sources for real good positive news and information? [more inside]
How to turn my Vista machine with dynamic IP address into an FTP Server?
How to turn my Vista machine (I know, I know, OK?) with dynamic IP address into an FTP Server? [more inside]
Where can I find an audio book cast list
Is there anywhere I can get a list of the cast of an audio book recording? [more inside]
Which of these bass guitars might I most enjoy learning on?
BassGuitarFilter: Anyone used a Yamaha RBX374, Squier Standard Jazz Bass or Ibanez GSR 200? What you think of them? [more inside]
Be Not In My Email - Be In My RSS
How can I get emails sent to RSS? Easy, no? [more inside]
Free to use, simple social network mapping software?
Looking for a simple, free (for commercial use) social network mapping / graphing tool [more inside]
what to do
what do i do? [more inside]
Can I build a 'real' website on googlepages?
Can I store changing data in a googlepages setup? [more inside]
I need help with a tagline for my new ecommerce store
Can you help me find a great tagline for my new ecommerce store? [more inside]
How much to tip a delivery person?
I have a television shipping from Amazon, by way of a company called Eagle USA. This is apparently a delivery service where they'll bring the television up to my apartment, plug it in, make sure it works, etc. I'm wondering is if a tip is customary for this type of service, and if so, how much (total/per person)? It's a 42" TV that weighs about 80 lbs, and I live on the 3rd floor of a walk-up building. Thanks!
January 1
UVO (Unidentified Viral Object)
Can anyone figure out what this website is all about? It's called "WeMakeContact.com" and it purports to show UFOs flying above my town of Great Falls, Montana last week... [more inside]
Bad, bad tenants.
I'm asking a 2 part question for my mother. She currently rents out our old family home in south-west Sydney, and has had a real bitch of a time tenant-wise. More details follow. [more inside]
Eyeglass Frame I.D. Filter
Looking for the designer/brand/model # of these specs comedian David Cross is wearing. Link to pics inside [more inside]
Why eggs? Why now?
In my family we've always said that if you have an intense craving for a food that you don't normally eat, it's because your body really needs something in it (and that all efforts should be made to acquire said food-- this has led to some funny stories). Following this (seeming) logic, I am curious if any nutritionists understand why I get insanely intense cravings (only about once every 6 weeks or so) for egg salad sandwiches. Because, you see, eggs normally make me really nauseated. Scrambled especially (I basically can't eat them, for whatever reason). But when I need egg salad BAD, it's literally the only food that appeals to me in the entire world. (And it's ALWAYS egg salad-- I don't have too many other of these sudden cravings.) It doesn't even need to be good egg salad. It can even be warm (yuck). But nothing else seems to fill the need. Any idea what might be in it that my body is so sorely missing? This is perplexing, since I have the cravings again tonight.
Help me find a pipe online
Does anyone have any recommendations on where to buy herbal smoking pipes online? Advice on finding a piece for the adult professional in me? [more inside]
Should I Facebook friend my high school bully?
My high school bully Facebook-friended me. Do I accept? [more inside]
Free poker?
Where can I find places to play Hold'em for free (or perhaps a cover charge) in the Clearwater, fl area. [more inside]
Help me jailbreak my iPhone (special idiot edition)
Can someone please explain to me in complete detail, every single step necessary for jailbreaking my iPhone? Everything I've found online has left me completely baffled. [more inside]
BoA is Ripping Me Off
BoA is ripping me off. What should I do? [more inside]
Need Morricone Stills
Where could I find online scanned stills from movies scored by Morricone? Especially The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly and The Mission. [more inside]
What schools/places in Manhattan currently offer an evening of non-competitive international latin dancing?
More for Ballroom Dancing Mefites: What dance schools/place(s), if any, have a regularly scheduled evening of non-competitive international latin dancing in Manhattan, that is fun/cool? [more inside]
Help me not hate Broadway
Broadway Musicals? Why do I hate them so? I cringe when I hear "that music". What would you say to a hater of musical theater that might create an appreciation?
"We would love to hire you, except you mispelled your name."
Should I get tested for Dyslexia? [more inside]
What stereotypes do Americans have of Massachusetts and New England?
What stereotypes do Americans have of Massachusetts and New England? [more inside]
Is satellite internet the only option?
I'm looking for broadband internet connectivity options for my (quite non-tech-savvy) in-laws. They live in a somewhat rural area in Wisconsin where no cable or DSL service exists. [more inside]
Best gift card exchange site?
What is the best gift card exchange site? [more inside]
Steam punk washer or steam washer punk'd?
Steam washer and dryer, are they worth the extra cash? [more inside]
How do I warn my sister she's headed for an abusive relationship?
How do we tell a young woman (a teenager, really) that she's headed for a nightmare of a relationship? [more inside]
Music from India & Bangladesh?
Looking for suggestions of Indian & Bangladeshi music to help get me in the mood for an upcoming trip. [more inside]
The South: from King of the Hill to Real Life™ and beyond!
The South: from King of the Hill to Real Life™ and beyond. Help me sort out some questions I have on the nature of the South! [more inside]
Looking for a simple circuit to amplify both line and microphone inputs
I'm looking for the simplest circuit possible that can do two things: 1.Take a line output from a PC sound card and drive a small speaker, and 2.take the input from a microphone and amplify this to a line input level. What's the simplest circuit out there for this? Bonus points on offer if it can amplify up to 4 of each channel. [more inside]
Xbox 360 over an Apple network? Help a brother out (literally!)
Xbox 360 over an Apple network? Help a brother out (literally!) [more inside]
I need a replacement organizer for school.
I am looking for a new academic planner, but I have some picky requirements. Can anyone help? [more inside]
Age limits at hotels: how enforced are they?
20 year old looking for a hotel online, but it looks like you have to be 21. Are there any ways around this? [more inside]
Hi, I'm a textbook co-dependent, nice to meetcha!
Help me grow a spine, stop being a drama queen, and get control of my life again. [more inside]
Acoustic/electric vs. acoustic
Dear home recorders - in your experience(s), can an acoustic/electric hybrid guitar ever sound as good as a properly mic'ed acoustic guitar, given guitars of comparable quality/price?
What is this quote and where is it from?
Looking for the source of a quote that goes something like "i always knew the right thing to do. without fail, i always knew. but i never did it. because it was too damn hard." [more inside]
Help me throw away without guilt!
Sustainable decluttering: how can I cull my stuff without feeling horribly guilty for throwing it out? [more inside]
It's never the creepy janitor.
What horror films feature a mystery killer? [more inside]
jazz recommendations
JazzMe. I want to like jazz more but feel quickly overwhelmed by the genre so I'd like your recommendations, particularly for the albums you come back to time and again, the ones you listen to because you love, not because you feel you ought to. So far Kind of Blue is the only thing that's really stuck, not that I'm trying to find another KoB, just your favorites. [more inside]
Great haircut in Eugene
Help me find a great new hairstylist in Eugene, Oregon. I am a woman, and have curly hair, so need someone who can cut curly hair well. I want someone who is willing to wild, funky red colors-I don't want old lady hair, or Junior League doctor's wife hair, or straw-like cheap dye job. I want cute and curly and low maintenance and crimson. Help! [more inside]
How best to purchase a Mac for a German friend visiting the US?
How best to purchase a Mac for a German friend visiting the US? [more inside]
HD Camcorder importing problems on a Mac
I just bought a Canon HV-10 HD camcorder, but importing it into my new iMac is painfully slow. Is it the camcorder, or the computer, or iMovie? [more inside]
Is late April/early May a bad time to hike in Norhtern Spain due to too much rain?
We are considering a one week trip to northern Spain including at least 2 days hiking and photographing in the Picos de Europa region. One of us is an expert hiker and the other is a beginner. However, the concern is about the weather. The plan is to go late April/early May however, we do not fancy hiking in the rain. Is this timeframe a bad idea?
Viking of the Year
Homeworkfilter: Help me figure out some clever viking themed titles and advertisements. [more inside]
Bike accessories, without going overboard?
After seven years without a bike, and a year of wanting to ride every few days, I finally gave in and bought a bike. I have a helmet, but now I need some suggestions as far as accessories go. [more inside]
Best pocket-sized books to carry in your bag or purse?
What are good "pocket-sized" reference books to carry in your bag/pack/purse, with the best ratio of useful information to page count and size? [more inside]
Irish song played during sporting events
I'm looking for an irish/punk-sounding song that often gets played on TV during sporting events. It was played multiple times during the Patriots-Giants game (usually right before commercial breaks) the other day, and I just heard it during the Winter Classic Hockey game too. Best-guess description of how it goes after the jump. [more inside]
Text Message Indicator on outside of phone?
Soon I will be able to get a new cell phone on my contract with Verizon. My current phone, a Samsung A930 is a clamshell style, and it doesn't display whether or not I have a text message when it's shut. Are there any phones out there of the clamshell design that display a small envelope or other symbol on the external display? [more inside]
How do undocumented immigrants work "legal" jobs?
How do illegal/undocumented immigrants work "legal" jobs? [more inside]
Making the transition to married life...
My boyfriend and I, both 25, recently got engaged. What advice do you have for us? [more inside]
Is it possible to adopt a cat today in Los Angeles?
Do you know of a place open today (New Year's Day) in Los Angeles where I can adopt a cat? [more inside]
Here is a fine '68 Maui Wowie
Do drugs like cocaine have a shelf life? [more inside]
yet Another aging Boomer question
I was born in 1954, and this year I will be 54 years old. Is there a name for the year when this 'anniversary' occurs? [more inside]
Good production mixers for a podcast?
I am looking to get a mixer for my podcast, 300 bucks or less. I would like to get the Alesis IMULTIMIX8USB but I'm not sure if the recording to ipod is worth the extra 100 bucks. Can someone recommend a good usb or firewire mixer? [more inside]
Book mystery involving surrealist art and attempted murderers of Andy Warhol
I remember everything about this book except the title and author---cover, quotes, illustrations, approximate size & shape. You love a challenge, and you love being right. All ideas welcome. [more inside]
Help the pops!
Digital video / SLR equipment advice for a documentary my father is making. [more inside]
Where has all of my hard drive space gone? (Intel Mac, OSX 10.5.1)
Where has all of my hard drive space gone? (Intel Mac, OSX 10.5.1) [more inside]
Seeking explanation of odd lunar phenomena
Can the Moon affect humans in specific ways? [more inside]
Instant message help
Need help finding a quick and easy instant messaging (IM) program. [more inside]
How to transport a static caravan?
Could someone please explain how I can arrange transportation for a static caravan? [more inside]
Music in Sydney NYE Fireworks
Help me identify a piece of choral music from Sydney's 2007 NYE fireworks. [more inside]
How to buy an affordable chair that's good for my back.
How to buy an affordable chair that's good for my back. [more inside]