October 2010 Archives
October 31
This question, which ask are...
Asking a grammar question for a co-teacher, based on a Japanese textbook. [more inside]
posted by Ghidorah at 11:27 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by Ghidorah at 11:27 PM PST - 28 comments
Should I eat pumpkin seeds?
Should I eat this? Pumpkin seeds were soaking in salt water for several days. Still okay to roast and eat? [more inside]
posted by HMSSM at 10:55 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by HMSSM at 10:55 PM PST - 16 comments
"Of all eloquence a nickname is the most concise; of all arguments the most unanswerable." - Wacky Bill
Under what circumstances can you assign someone an affectionate nickname? [more inside]
posted by foursentences at 9:52 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by foursentences at 9:52 PM PST - 41 comments
GRE HELP!
What is the best GRE study software compatible with Windows Vista? [more inside]
posted by Kale Slayer at 9:43 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Kale Slayer at 9:43 PM PST - 4 comments
distorted human body based on nerves?
I remember once seeing a diagram of the human body where all of the parts are sized based on the amount of nerves in them (it was distorted, like maps that enlarge or shrink areas so that they're representational of population size rather than area). The lips and hands were both really big. My google-fu is failing me-- does anyone know where I could find it?
posted by NoraReed at 9:38 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by NoraReed at 9:38 PM PST - 5 comments
Films set at grand country estates, please, Jeeves?
I'm in the mood for films set in days-gone-by at grand country estates, particularly those that center around (or at least include scenes of) large groups of guests. Examples that immediately spring to mind (and which I loved) include Gosford Park, The Remains of the Day, La Règle du Jeu, etc. I ring the bell for the butler and ask for more!
posted by scody at 9:05 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by scody at 9:05 PM PST - 29 comments
i guess i'll have to change my attitude…
were you someone who never wanted to get married, or believed they'd never get married and then one day met someone and knew instantly (or shortly thereafter) that you wanted to marry them? was it difficult to shift your paradigm? [more inside]
posted by violetk at 8:25 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by violetk at 8:25 PM PST - 41 comments
I'm not going to break your knees
I work in collections in Florida. We get bonuses. Please help me get big checks and behave ethically (and legally!). For sanity's sake, please note that our handbook doesn't address these concerns and my supervisor is very very busy dealing with much bigger problems than I could ever imagine presenting. My training is (rightly or wrongly) not the top priority. So, metafilter: train me, please. [more inside]
Campy, sexy late-60s romps.
Looking for recommendations for fun, campy, European softcore sex romps from the late 60s or early 70s -- in the vein of Barbarella, Danger: Diabolik, or Radley Metzger. Bonus points for instant streaming on Netflix. [more inside]
"Yo, just got back from the Coliseum. Someone slayed THREE lions today!"
What are some interesting culturally specific conversations students around the world might be having with their friends, parents, or teachers? [more inside]
posted by acidic at 8:05 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by acidic at 8:05 PM PST - 16 comments
Are digital thermostats user-swappable?
Can we swap out our digital thermostat or must we call our apartment maintenance to do it? [more inside]
posted by Mertonian at 7:51 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Mertonian at 7:51 PM PST - 16 comments
I'm The Wolfman! But who is my guitarist?
Who played the guitar on the song "I'm The Wolfman" as recorded by Round Robin? Anyone? [more inside]
posted by peewinkle at 7:48 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by peewinkle at 7:48 PM PST - 1 comment
Remap Windows 7 volume controls?
How can I set up global hotkeys in Windows 7 to change the volume? [more inside]
posted by sophist at 7:36 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by sophist at 7:36 PM PST - 2 comments
How to refresh a waxed canvas bag?
Is there a way to refresh/re-wax my waxed canvas bag? [more inside]
Everybody's Traffic
Help-me-identify-this-song-filter: "Everybody's Traffic" [more inside]
What are your favorite web testing tools?
Web developers - what tools do you use to test your sites? [more inside]
What are 30 things I can give my sister 30 of for her 30th birthday?
What are 30 things I can give my sister 30 of for her 30th birthday? [more inside]
DO STADIUM LIGHTS NEED TO BE ON FOR DAYTIME GAMES?
Why are stadium lights on in broad daylight? I have been to pro-games, college games and high school games. All the daytime games have the full stadium lights blazing as if the games were being played in full darkness! WHY?
Fixing an interview blunder?
I forgot to send a courtesy follow-up e-mail to my interviewer. I was told to expect a decision this week. Is it too late to make things right? [more inside]
Unresponsive CD/DVD Drive, how can I fix it?
My CD/DVD drive on my HP laptop isn't working. It won't open when I push the open button, doesn't respond when I try to open it through a program, but can be forced open. However, when I insert a disc of any kind, it doesn't read it. Is there a way to solve this problem, or will I have to go through the annoying process of taking it to Best Buy and having them send it out for two weeks?
Oh, and also I am running Vista, if that means anything.
singing in rockband3
so...how do i get points added to my band for singing in rock band 3? can i?
How to VIVO or something?
I've got some old VIVO Active video files from several years back when I was playing around with various forms of encoding... I'd really like to be able to play these. Supposedly Mplayer can, but I haven't had any luck getting it to work... can you help me play these videos? [more inside]
Metadrinker
Best way to open and enjoy this fine bottle of beer... [more inside]
New Motherboard
Help me find a new-ish motherboard that works with this new computer I got. [more inside]
posted by kittensofthenight at 5:04 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by kittensofthenight at 5:04 PM PST - 5 comments
Seeking a Social Services Education—Fast
What's a poor couple in Michigan to do for medical insurance? [more inside]
posted by tangram1 at 4:58 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by tangram1 at 4:58 PM PST - 10 comments
How can I start wearing glasses again after wearing contacts for years?
How can I start wearing glasses again after wearing contacts for years? [more inside]
How can I best organize my books?
What's the cheapest way to organize all of my books? I've got a small apartment, more books than bookshelves, and an extremely low budget. [more inside]
posted by ejfox at 4:35 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by ejfox at 4:35 PM PST - 16 comments
Gmail? More like NO mail!
Gmail acting funny in Firefox: I have 2 gmail tabs open. One is for my personal account, the other is through my employer (the college uses google to manage their webmail service). If I try to "Compose Mail" or "Reply" or anything that would open up a new email, on either account, the top of the page goes to "Loading" but nothing ever happens. In addition, the Gmail Chat tab is missing. Only not working on my home computer; both were working fine on my office computer when I went in to check 30 min ago. [more inside]
posted by Saxon Kane at 4:30 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Saxon Kane at 4:30 PM PST - 11 comments
would you like an apple my sweet?
How do you deal with gray hair? [more inside]
What gets fatigued when your brain gets tired?
When you read or think a lot or otherwise concentrate, and you get fatigued or sleepy, what exactly is happening biologically? Is it a matter of blood sugar depletion? Something else?
posted by shivohum at 4:18 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by shivohum at 4:18 PM PST - 14 comments
I lost my last form of picture ID.
I lost my last form of picture ID, and I don't think I have enough secondary forms to earn points for a new one because I'm paid under the table. Can I ask one of the companies for whom I once freelanced to send me an old W-2 form? Can they also send me old pay stubs? [more inside]
Will They Go To Jail for Renting their House?
Vacation rental filter: Asking for a friend: I know YANAL/YANML, but help me help my friend not be drowned by the cost of her second home: she bought her home with the intent of earning some vacation rental income, but is now not sure she can. [more inside]
How to save a life ♪
How can I get permission to throw a charity event at a local (NYC) museum/attraction? [more inside]
Compost today, garden next spring?
I've got a great big compost pile, I'd like to make it vegetable-growing ready by spring. Advice? [more inside]
Poltergeist was fiction, dammit!
When we use our Kitchenaid mixer plugged into one socket, the coffee grinder plugged into a different socket starts to grind, sort of. What the hell? [more inside]
Dog Protein
How do I decide the protein level I want in my dog food? [more inside]
Is this the best schism Henry VIII could come up with?
How did I go to Anglican High Mass twice and not realize I wasn't in a Catholic Church? [more inside]
posted by oneaday at 2:41 PM PST - 42 comments
posted by oneaday at 2:41 PM PST - 42 comments
Where to buy baking supplies cheaply online?
Cheap, good places to buy baking supplies online? I like to bake and am looking for good places to buy baking supplies online, preferably at a discount. Some things I'm looking for: Dutch-processed/alkalized cocoa powder, cake flour, unsweetened chocolate, 60% cacao dark chocolate.
Baaah baaah buh bammm
Can anyone name name the piece of orchestral music used in the intro to this video?
posted by phrontist at 2:15 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by phrontist at 2:15 PM PST - 2 comments
I got ripped off by an authorized agent of AT&T.
Any suggestions on what I can do if I have a complaint on an authorized agent of AT&T Wireless? [more inside]
HD TV channels on a data-only cable package?
How can I get the free HD TV channels on a data-only cable package? [more inside]
How to grow at a small company?
I'm a developer and I'm looking for career advice on whether or not to stay at my current company or move on. [more inside]
Securely erasing memory
I'm donating a computer to a friend-of-a-relative. Can data be recovered from the RAM or any other part of the computer? [more inside]
Woodstove questions
What should we know about having a woodstove? [more inside]
What remains
What is something an adult woman might wear next to her skin that would leave a multicolored residue/mark/stain on her skin? [more inside]
posted by Ideal Impulse at 12:44 PM PST - 45 comments
posted by Ideal Impulse at 12:44 PM PST - 45 comments
I need a liberal but-not-too-liberal political book to give my dad.
I have agreed to read a book by Bill O'Rielly that my dad wants me to read, if I can pick out the next book he reads. What should I pick? [more inside]
FML
How can I find my Macbook's serial number without the Macbook? [more inside]
posted by anotherkate at 12:36 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by anotherkate at 12:36 PM PST - 6 comments
I don't know nobody
What do I put down for references on a job application, when I don't know anyone professionally for five years? [more inside]
Mirtazapine is making me fat!
Remeron/Mirtazapine and weight gain: help me stop it from happening, please! [more inside]
posted by LOLAttorney2009 at 12:19 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by LOLAttorney2009 at 12:19 PM PST - 9 comments
I love the anecdote, but I need proof!
Looking for a news article I read about Isreal and Egypt meeting at the State Department, and not saying anything until they agreed on how bad American coffee is. But now I can't find it! [more inside]
A Truly Top-Knotch Toilet
Please recommend a top knotch toilet with the best, most powerful flush. [more inside]
posted by AuntieRuth at 11:22 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by AuntieRuth at 11:22 AM PST - 16 comments
How many union members are there, everywhere?
What are some good sources that compare union density in the US and around the world? [more inside]
Ergonomic herb-snipping and food-shredding tools?
I'm looking for more ergonomic solutions to snipping herbs and shredding food in the kitchen. These are the two most painful kitchen tasks for me due to existing repetitive strain injuries. [more inside]
How do you clean your fish tank?
What is the best way to clean an aquarium without getting a mouthful of water? [more inside]
posted by DMelanogaster at 10:06 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by DMelanogaster at 10:06 AM PST - 15 comments
What to do with a lot of naga jolokia chili peppers
Our CSA gave us 2 1/2 pounds of extremely hot peppers, mostly naga jolokia. I'd like to make a hot sauce that I can give away at Christmastime. What do I need to know to make a sauce that will keep unrefrigerated? I'm open to other applications as well. [more inside]
posted by hydrophonic at 9:45 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by hydrophonic at 9:45 AM PST - 19 comments
Small Internet Stores Wave of the Future?
Overstock.com has just started something called the "Main Street Initiative" where they create and promote small business microsites. I have a few questions about this. [more inside]
Take my Camera......PLEASE.
Can i check my camera at a TV recording studio in NY? [more inside]
posted by DrAlbin at 8:56 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by DrAlbin at 8:56 AM PST - 8 comments
Overthinking a plate of photons.
My son's costume (barrel of toxic waste) is covered with spray foam painted with glow-in-the-dark paint. What's the best way to charge it up ahead of time so it glows for a long time? [more inside]
posted by bondcliff at 8:54 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by bondcliff at 8:54 AM PST - 9 comments
What laptop should I buy?
Which laptop should I buy? Important are a nice 15'' screen and good battery life. It is going to run Linux. [more inside]
posted by cameleon at 8:53 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by cameleon at 8:53 AM PST - 7 comments
DC personal trainer
Any recommendations for a personal trainer in DC? [more inside]
Forgetting family
When you feel that you are no longer important to a sister, should you try to forget her? [more inside]
I can make about a dozen dishes with potatoes and need more recipies
Potatoes are cheap, nutritious and versatile, but I need more recipe ideas for this incredible food resource. [more inside]
posted by Mutant at 3:50 AM PST - 57 comments
posted by Mutant at 3:50 AM PST - 57 comments
Good places to meet women as an introvert
What are good places to meet women as an introvert? [more inside]
When I grow up I want to be a witch, but seriously...
Halloween in Australia? I'm confused and need guidance for next year. [more inside]
posted by malibustacey9999 at 2:26 AM PST - 56 comments
posted by malibustacey9999 at 2:26 AM PST - 56 comments
Help me find a sports bar for the Jets Game!!
Freaking FOX/CableVision can't get their ducks in a row, so I'll miss the Jets game in my living room. Can anyone suggest an awesome sports bar in or near Port Jefferson, Long Island? I'm willing to drive 20 miles in any direction (except north of course haha) if it's a good spot!
posted by FireStyle at 12:23 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by FireStyle at 12:23 AM PST - 2 comments
October 30
Hush, puppy!
We moved two weeks ago, and my dog is still in Super-Bark-Mode at everything that moves. How can I get her to chill out and be a happier dog? [more inside]
Help with Natural Ear Plugs?
I made Natural Ear Plugs - Now Need the Cool Eco Packaging - and help. [more inside]
posted by watercarrier at 10:51 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by watercarrier at 10:51 PM PST - 12 comments
Help me not get locked out!
Where in Seattle can I get a "Do Not Duplicate" key, well, duplicated? [more inside]
posted by fracas at 10:35 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by fracas at 10:35 PM PST - 30 comments
Help me make good decisions about my 10 year old son
I need help to decide what to do next with my 10 year old son. He's the sweetest most charming kid you've ever met, but he has language processing and attention issues (much more inside), and I feel like we're at a pivotal point. But I don't know what the next step should be or even what my options are. [more inside]
What part of the brain keeps someone from speaking the words they think?
What part of the brain keeps someone from speaking the words they think?
From One Many
How to I do effectively go from being a few friends person to being a many friends person? For most of my life I was the kind of person who had a small, intense circle of friendship and now I have a much larger and less focused social sphere - and I'm having trouble managing it and making sure I spending enough time with people - not feeling guilty about not seeing people for weeks - having people who are friendly but not your super duper friends - and just dealing with suddenly having a much, much larger social world when you're used to a private, focused one.
Mean toddler is menacing my gentle son
How should I deal with a friend's toddler who is repeatedly aggressive toward my toddler? [more inside]
On the road again...
What is the cheapest way to get the contents of a small apartment from Philadelphia to Toronto? [more inside]
posted by keeo at 8:06 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by keeo at 8:06 PM PST - 6 comments
Trouble returning to Safari after YouTube is opened
How do I get my iPad to return from a YouTube video to Safari? [more inside]
Help us help my granny~!
How can we get my grandma from overseas to the US as painlessly as possible without spending $$$$$ amount of money? [more inside]
Why doesn't Ajax work on my server?
When I upload this W3Schools Ajax example to my own web hosting, it doesn't work. Why? [more inside]
posted by EndsOfInvention at 5:57 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by EndsOfInvention at 5:57 PM PST - 6 comments
Can this mattress be saved?
Is our peed-on mattress salvageable, or do we need to get a new one? [more inside]
long distance run around
Free/cheap roguelike network games (a la Diablo II) for cross-platform, long distance relationship gaming date night? [more inside]
posted by Made of Star Stuff at 4:41 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Made of Star Stuff at 4:41 PM PST - 7 comments
CDBaby vs ReverbNation
I'm trying to help a friend research digital distribution options for his band's new cd release and it's all a bit overwhelming. Can anyone shed some light on the pros and cons of a couple of distributors, namely CDBaby and ReverbNation? [more inside]
posted by ourroute at 4:24 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by ourroute at 4:24 PM PST - 3 comments
How do I tell someone I can't accept their gift?
How do I tell someone I can't accept their gift? [more inside]
posted by Increase at 4:07 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by Increase at 4:07 PM PST - 28 comments
loose bricks in fireplace
What product should I use to repair loose bricks in a fireplace. [more inside]
posted by clavdivs at 4:03 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by clavdivs at 4:03 PM PST - 2 comments
Who composed the over-dramatic piece I heard?
Who composed the over-dramatic piece I heard? [more inside]
How to cut a roll of candy into desirably shaped pieces
Confectionery Filter: How can I cut a roll of candy into desirably shaped pieces without getting sharp corners? [more inside]
Help me fill my fake iPod
Help an old and behind the times lady find video to her new non-Apple media player. [more inside]
posted by drlith at 3:24 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by drlith at 3:24 PM PST - 4 comments
Indian Style Sauced Vegetables
Help me figure out quick ways to make Indian style vegetable sauces with spice blends from the Indian grocer. [more inside]
posted by alice_curiouse at 3:08 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by alice_curiouse at 3:08 PM PST - 24 comments
How to make my vintage sweater to smell fresh?
How do I get the musty smell out of a vintage cashmere sweater (that has a real fox fur collar?) [more inside]
Is yeast vegetarian????
Is yeast in bread considered an animal product? [more inside]
posted by boby at 2:23 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by boby at 2:23 PM PST - 19 comments
iPod replacement halp
My original iPod Mini, circa 2004, has finally died. I need to replace it with another mp3 player with an FM transmitter. What would you fine folks out there recommend? [more inside]
posted by Mountain Goatse at 1:49 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Mountain Goatse at 1:49 PM PST - 12 comments
can I get paid?
Legalfilter! My work was taken advantage of - I interned/trained for a small business but wasn't paid for any time. I asked for things to be made right, but was told to shove it. Do I go to court? [more inside]
Should I, and how do I, say "no" to my unstable friend about visiting me?
A troubled friend wants to visit with me for a couple of weeks, and is obviously very serious about it. I don't really have the time or energy to take him in, but I know his reaction won't be pretty if I say "no," and I don't know if I can handle worrying about him. (Long.) [more inside]
Congrats on hammering that "abstinence only" message home.
I want to have a normal and healthy adult sex life. My fear of getting pregnant is stopping me. Long Catholic details inside. [more inside]
You help me! You help me fix my music library!
My MP3 Library is a mess. I want to fix it. I know these questions have been asked before, but mine is perhaps a bit more particular. [more inside]
Joomla Blog plugin, or something else?
Good Joomla Blogging plugin, or use a Website like Blogspot etc? [more inside]
German kitchen tools for American couple
I'm flying back to the US next week to attend a wedding celebration. What kind of cool kitchen things from Germany/Europe can I give the couple that are not so common in the US? [more inside]
For the umpteenth time, how to get over heartache.
Split with my boyfriend of six years. We were each other's best friends, confidantes, emotional support. And now, that's gone. How do I fill the void? [more inside]
posted by Everydayville at 12:10 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Everydayville at 12:10 PM PST - 16 comments
Comedy episodes of otherwise non-comedic TV shows?
What TV shows, that aren't comedies, have had intentionally comedic episodes? [more inside]
Time to Vote
2010 Philadelphia voting guide besides the Inquirer's? Bonus points if you live in Philly and have personal voting suggestions & supportive reasoning. [more inside]
Fragging Smart Defragmenter
malwarefilter: How can I get rid of "Smart Defragmenter"? [more inside]
Do all fouls by defenders in the box result in penalties?
In association football (soccer), if a player commits a foul inside his own penalty box, does it always result in a penalty kick being awarded to the other team?
Optical illusion font?
Asking for my father: I would like to locate a TrueType font that reproduces the characters of this optical illusion watch. [more inside]
posted by lizjohn at 11:16 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by lizjohn at 11:16 AM PST - 5 comments
No, it wasn't The Bloody Chamber...
Yet another question about a book from one's childhood. Mission: Help me find this anthology of "bawdy" fairy tales. [more inside]
posted by kkokkodalk at 11:09 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by kkokkodalk at 11:09 AM PST - 10 comments
Help me get the glue off my table
A sticky pad has bonded itself to my all-wood endtable. Can I use a product like Goof-Off to remove it, or will that damage the finish on the table? [more inside]
A strapping strap.
Help me find a strap for this vintage Timex watch! [more inside]
posted by AAAAAThatsFiveAs at 10:14 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by AAAAAThatsFiveAs at 10:14 AM PST - 7 comments
Help me become popular.
Please help me make friends in college. [more inside]
How to paint a 6' latex balloon to look like a jack-o-lantern?
I need to paint on a 6' ballon today (making Jack-o-lanterns for a party). What sort of paint should I use? Any helpful hints? These are going in a pool so the more waterproof, the better.
Surely this is a long time for a cold
Month-long cold: looking for advice and words of encouragement. [more inside]
posted by Tehhund at 8:48 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Tehhund at 8:48 AM PST - 20 comments
Define: Quo Vadimus
Any Latin scholars out there? I'm getting a tattoo and just want to make sure it means what I think it means... Quo vadimus [more inside]
What would YOU do?
I ignored an emailed apology from somebody that caused a major emotional meltdown two years ago. Should I have replied? I feel like a coward but then again, I don't think she is sincere. [more inside]
help us get off
masturbation for a healthy couple. how to talk about it. [nsfw] [more inside]
Red tie in Union Station, DC.
Where can I find a red power tie, preferably for cheap, in or near union station in DC today? My train arrives at noon, and I hope to have a tie in hand by 12:15. (I'm also looking for a white dress shirt, but that's less crucial.)
How do I keep track of everything?
What is the easiest and most convenient way to keep track of my physical and emotional health in great detail? I don't have a great memory and want something that reminds me to record various information throughout the day. I have a couple of chronic illnesses that I need to keep track of and I never remember to write stuff down when it happens. [more inside]
posted by smartypantz at 7:45 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by smartypantz at 7:45 AM PST - 16 comments
External drive was dropped and now won't mount, what are my options?
I've got a great 1TB drive that was yanked off the coffee table...later started clicking...now won't mount...what to do? [more inside]
Help me get unlimited calling on my cellphone so that the company can stop robbing me.
What system would be the best for forwarding my cellphone calls so I can stop getting robbed by RoBelLus (rogers, bell, tellus).
What I want to do is something like this, but I'd prefer to have control over it so that I can decide whether or not my call ident sends to the recipient properly (this isnt totally necessary but I do like the idea of running my own pbx).
What I'm going to do is use the "Smart Dialing" option or some variant in my Crackberry or android phone (whenever it comes back from the repair depot), to call a PBX that will give me a dial tone than I want to have my phone automatically wait for a moment or two (to ensure the pbx has responded with a dial tone) than dial my desired number.
This way I can add my PBX's number to a "My Five" (or whatever its called for my provider). Thus essentially giving me unlimited calling.
Also forwarding calls from my pbx back to my cellphone would be ideal otherwise I would only be able to make outgoing calls from my phone and I want the best of both worlds.
Suggestions or solutions for how I'm going to be able accomplish this task would be appreciated. [more inside]
Doctoring up Dr. Oetker
I have to make a Halloween party dessert on a tight schedule. In my cabinet I have a box of Dr. Oetker organic blondie mix and a can of organic pumpkin. According to the box directions you're supposed to add 1/4 C. melted butter and 2 eggs to the blondie mix. Can I add some of the canned pumpkin? About how much, do you think? How much of the butter or eggs would I leave out to make it still hold together with the fats, but not too gloppy with the added pumpkin?
posted by keener_sounds at 6:11 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by keener_sounds at 6:11 AM PST - 11 comments
Lost kindle
Lost my Kindle. 1. If I deregister, will it wipe my contact info as well, so that if anyone does find it and wants to return it to me, they'll be unable to? 2. Will I be unable to reregister the Kindle if I find it? 3. Anything else I can/should do?
I want to relax on weekends, not weekedays.
I want to get up early on weekdays, but can't. I want to sleep in on weekends, but I can't. Why? Can I switch this? [more inside]
posted by Buffaload at 5:06 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Buffaload at 5:06 AM PST - 6 comments
Name this film.
Name this film: for some reason why -- I can't remember -- the main character -- who I think works in a bank -- realises that there is a lot of money -- penny and cents -- in dormant accounts and sets about retrieving them and collecting them together I think for a charitable cause but it could be something more nefarious. Any ideas?
posted by feelinglistless at 1:23 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by feelinglistless at 1:23 AM PST - 13 comments
Are cute baby contests online legit?
Are cute baby contests online legit? [more inside]
Etsy, I love you, but...
Etsy Filter: Help me figure out why my graphics look funky when I upload them to my shop. [more inside]
posted by patronuscharms at 12:46 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by patronuscharms at 12:46 AM PST - 10 comments
Where to donate eyeglasses in Seoul?
Where can I donate used (but still good) eyeglasses in Seoul? [more inside]
October 29
Client side web development with fancy graphics - what are the candidate tools? Which are going to "win"?
I'm trying to get my head round the wealth of technologies available for creating "Rich" internet applications - featuring sound, graphics, interaction, animation - specifically from the client side. Flash, ActionScript, Silverlight, Expression, JavaFX, Java, HTML5, JavaScript, JQuery... In particular, I'm looking for the long view, preferably from people working in the field: what skills do you think you will you be looking for in new recruits a few years from now? And why? [more inside]
posted by handee at 11:53 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by handee at 11:53 PM PST - 21 comments
Help me understand economics!
I was watching The Social Network yesterday when I realised that I don't know a thing about how economics work. What is stock dilution? What's a subprime? What are they selling in the stock market? Where can I find a simple, for-dummies guide to understanding modern economics? [more inside]
What are dental implants like?
I'm getting dental implants. Walk me through this. [more inside]
posted by quadrilaterals at 9:07 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by quadrilaterals at 9:07 PM PST - 22 comments
It always looks like it just rained...
Why are the roads so shiny in Las Vegas, like they're a polished surface? And, as a corollary, why is the paint on the street barely visible throughout town? [more inside]
Vampire Riddle
How are vampires like teeth? [more inside]
How can I become MORE trackable by GPS?
Is it possible for two iOS 4 apps to access and use GPS information at the same time? Specifically, would iOS let me use RunKeeper to track a run in the foreground, and let an app like PlaceTrack update Google Latitude in the background? [more inside]
How do I follow through with things that I think about all the time?
How do I follow through with things that I think about all the time? [more inside]
Big Ideas Social Club?
I live in Washington, DC, and I'd like to get together with people and talk about interesting ideas, preferably somewhere where networking bullshit is kept to a bare minimum. I don't care what they do for a living or what big ideas they're fluent in, just want them to be interesting. Does this thing exist and, if not, how do I create it? [more inside]
posted by l33tpolicywonk at 7:42 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by l33tpolicywonk at 7:42 PM PST - 9 comments
flying game for ps3
Have PS3, want to fly. [more inside]
posted by Protocols of the Elders of Sockpuppetry at 7:39 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Protocols of the Elders of Sockpuppetry at 7:39 PM PST - 7 comments
How do I best prepare for my imminent blindness?
I am already blind in one eye, and blindness is slowly progressing in the other eye. I can still see, but I'd like some tips on how to prepare myself for total blindness. [more inside]
Boots are hard
Question regarding boots and knowing what to wear to work. Can a woman wear a pair of black mid-calf or taller boots to work and look appropriate? Or do most people change shoes at work? And how can I find a pair of boots that will please my demanding feet? [more inside]
Is this a blood clot?
So I swore to myself that I would never ask a medical question on AskMe, and yet I find myself here anyway. Any tips on how to tell the difference between a pulled muscle and deep vein thrombosis? [more inside]
I want to wear jeans without appearing as though I've gained 15 lbs.
Where can I find flannel-lined jeans that are not high-waisted and baggy and are available in petite sizing? Alternatively, if you know of another pants material that keeps your bottom half warm just as well and can be found in a modern & petite fit, I'm all ears. [more inside]
posted by invisible ink at 6:04 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by invisible ink at 6:04 PM PST - 22 comments
I Want To Believe again
Scariest X-Files episodes? [more inside]
DP history in Austria
Where can I find Holocaust- or post-Holocaust related sites in the Vienna area? [more inside]
Display Flickr thumbnails in a large grid
I'm looking for a tool to display Flickr thumbnails in a large grid [more inside]
"Would you like to collect some more in-depth data collection on me, mmm?"
I recently participated in a research study. The cute guy helping with the research and I clicked a lot. I have his personal e-mail from our pre-study communication. Would it be weird or unkosher for me to ask him out to coffee? [more inside]
Print Server for R1900 + Macs
Please recommend a print server for an Epson R1900 and a bunch of Macs. [more inside]
Melon cat can't find a melon
I need to make a helmet out of a pumpkin. Thoughts? [more inside]
posted by functionequalsform at 4:16 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by functionequalsform at 4:16 PM PST - 16 comments
Can't miss live jazz performance dvds?
If I were to compile a small collection of live performance Jazz DVD's (say, 5-7ish), what *needs* to be in that collection? Specifically if my interests in jazz run less in the orchestra area and more in the trio-octet range? [more inside]
the voting rights associated with shares held by super funds
What steps would be necessary, for an Australian superannuation fund to enable its members to exercise the voting rights associated with the shares held on behalf of those members, such as to attend annual general meetings and vote on shareholder resolutions? [more inside]
What style of dining room chair would look best with this dining room table?
What style of dining room chair would look best with this dining room table? (Pics inside) [more inside]
How best to hang an irregular piece of art on the wall?
What is the best way to hang a (somewhat irregular) piece of art in a building at my school? [more inside]
Help Me Write a Jewish Character as Realistically As I Can
I'm writing a fiction book where the main character is a Jewish male aged in his late 30s living in London during WW2. I want to make this character sound as real as possible. My problem; I'm not Jewish and I don't really know anybody who is. Help me write this character as realistically as I can! [more inside]
What's up with the people who keep offering to do body work on my car?
Why do these skeezy guys solicit me in public to do body work on my car? [more inside]
Clevertitleaboutcars.
Chicago mechanic filter-I need some help finding a mechanic, a few stipulations inside. Guesses on estimates welcome, too. [more inside]
What is the second herbal tea to try after chamomile?
I would like herbal tea recommendations. [more inside]
Go ahead. put the book shelf on top of the fine china, that's fine.
Moving within San Francisco. Need a couple of reliable, strong people for the afternoon to move a small apartment's worth of stuff about a mile. Not dropping my couch down the stairs a plus. Recommendations? [more inside]
Don't want to rack up tickets on a unrideable motorcycle...
The Mrs and I are getting a motorcycle from a kind and generous friend who doesn't want to deal with it anymore, and doesn't want to sell it for parts. It's not currently running, and insurance and registration are both expired. We're not keen to pay for it to be road-legal before the engine can even turn over. How long, if at all, can we wait? [more inside]
Q&A
I'm looking for good examples of blogs that exclusively post interviews -- a different interview subject each week or each day, with a specific focus (CEOs, musicians, artists, chefs, scientists, etc.!). Not really looking for video interviews, but those are OK.
posted by trillian at 1:18 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by trillian at 1:18 PM PST - 8 comments
All my router-y neighbors are jamming my internets!
How can I reduce/eliminate interference from other wireless routers in my apartment building? I have a Belkin Wireless N+ router connected to a Linksys modem with Comcast cable internet. [more inside]
posted by DiscourseMarker at 1:15 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by DiscourseMarker at 1:15 PM PST - 18 comments
Are pre-existing conditions an automatic 'no' for private, individual health insurance?
I'm going to be unemployed soon, and have been looking for independent health insurance as an alternative to COBRA. I'm worried about denial of coverage due to pre-existing conditions, and had questions about how likely this could be. [more inside]
Broken refrigerator
Is there a "hoarding gene?"
Is there a hoarding gene? [more inside]
I need helping choosing a bra
Am I doomed to wear sports bras? [more inside]
Anyone got any suggestions for a small but beautiful tree for my little front garden?
Anyone got any suggestions for a small but beautiful tree for my little front garden? [more inside]
I knew this would come back to haunt me someday
Charged with a felony in California, arrested, spent two weeks in jail, but charges were dropped and the case dismissed. Will this show up on a criminal record search? [more inside]
I'm not sure if I'm invited to a private birthday party. How do I tell?
A friend invited me to a private birthday hangout about a month and a half ago, but hasn't brought it up since. I think she may have forgotten, and I'm fine either way - how do I check and see if I'm still invited without making her feel like she has to have me over? [more inside]
posted by agentmunroe at 11:57 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by agentmunroe at 11:57 AM PST - 17 comments
Programming exercises for skilled programmers?
ProgrammingFilter: You're an experienced programmer who'd like to learn a new language. What exercises or projects, of a manageable scale, do you implement in your new language as a means to convince yourself you've got a good handle on the new language? [more inside]
posted by axiom at 11:52 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by axiom at 11:52 AM PST - 8 comments
He got the funk
Famous trombone funk musician? [more inside]
Appliance Clock Anomaly
Why would three digital clocks lose time at exactly the same pace? [more inside]
posted by Mr. Yuck at 11:46 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Mr. Yuck at 11:46 AM PST - 11 comments
How to be supportive of my SO with job offer anxiety issues?
How can I help my SO keep his cool while waiting to hear about a job interview? [more inside]
posted by ShadePlant at 11:34 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by ShadePlant at 11:34 AM PST - 18 comments
Which is less sanitary: not washing your hands after using the bathroom; not drying your hands after washing your hands?
Which is less sanitary: not washing your hands after using the bathroom; or not drying your hands after washing your hands? [more inside]
posted by mrgrimm at 11:34 AM PST - 42 comments
posted by mrgrimm at 11:34 AM PST - 42 comments
Omit files from a source directory during deployment?
How can I set up a software build that not only copies files but uncopies them as well? [more inside]
Can you point me to 3D models I can move and zoom around?
Do you know an online resource where I can look at a 3D model of either a face or a body that I can rotate at all angles and maybe even zoom in so I can use it as reference for my art etc? [more inside]
posted by fantodstic at 11:21 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by fantodstic at 11:21 AM PST - 5 comments
Abusers.
Grandmother in a nursing home. Elderly grandfather caring for her and denying help from others. Grandma not getting the care she needs. What can we do? [more inside]
How to respond to precription theft?
Stolen prescription meds (I assume). Drugstore manager is unconcerned, or he's in on it. What should I do? [more inside]
How do you improve your skills?
What specific techniques and processes do you use to improve mastery? [more inside]
posted by kristi at 11:01 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by kristi at 11:01 AM PST - 8 comments
Optimus Prime (Lenses)
What are your favorite prime lenses for a Canon EOS body? [more inside]
costume identification
Wordpress Permalinks
My friend's wordpress blog is setup so that it is located at domain.com/blog but her permalinks are located at domain.com/category/blog-title/. Is it necessary or does it effect SEO if the permalinks don't use the /blog extension?
You are not my gynecologist, but...
Ladies on the pill: Do you ever get your period late? [more inside]
(not) We <B Law Enforcement
I do make the food on my own, it's just not seven courses.
Special cooking for Mom question: please help, dinner tonight! [more inside]
posted by sweetkid at 10:27 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by sweetkid at 10:27 AM PST - 24 comments
Good questions for peer reviews.
Looking for good questions to include on job performance peer-review forms. Co-workers giving feedback about their co-workers, in other words (i.e.:"How does this person best contribute to the organization?" "Does this person complete tasks in a timely manner?" but better).
Fixing gouges rather than getting gouged?
Real bad scratches on a black '08 Toyota Yaris. Can this be self-fixed by somebody with no real skills, or are we out $700? [more inside]
It wasn't Socrates
Where is the quote "You know who you are. Hang on to that" from? [more inside]
posted by apophenia at 10:03 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by apophenia at 10:03 AM PST - 3 comments
I need far sight
Help me navigate the world of room video conferencing. [more inside]
posted by wierdo at 10:02 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by wierdo at 10:02 AM PST - 4 comments
Burqas against Beck
Halloween Filter: Can I wear my hijab for a costume? (As a statement that HEY MUSLIMS AREN'T SCARY?) Special politically-correct snowflake details inside. [more inside]
posted by cyndigo at 10:01 AM PST - 39 comments
posted by cyndigo at 10:01 AM PST - 39 comments
Big Shoulders Rally to Restore Sanity...Does this sign make my butt look fat?
Best practices for Restore Sanity rally attending in Chicago? [more inside]
posted by jeanmari at 10:00 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by jeanmari at 10:00 AM PST - 1 comment
Monet exhibition advice
What time and day to go to the Paris Monet exhibition? [more inside]
posted by leafwoman at 9:51 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by leafwoman at 9:51 AM PST - 5 comments
My Oak Croaked . . .
Help choosing a zone 7 sidewalk/causeway tree? [more inside]
posted by datacenter refugee at 9:38 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by datacenter refugee at 9:38 AM PST - 2 comments
What part-time job to pick up as a second job.
What's the best part-time job on the side that I should consider? [more inside]
The Dangerous Book for Martha Wannabees
Should the words “old-fashioned” and “homemade” ever appear in the same sentence as “furniture stripper”? Is there a chemist in the house? [more inside]
posted by Diablevert at 9:37 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Diablevert at 9:37 AM PST - 13 comments
Treatment doc for Aliens?
Treatment document for James Cameron's Aliens? [more inside]
posted by StephenF at 9:35 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by StephenF at 9:35 AM PST - 2 comments
text edit replaces ... with three smaller dots. how do I stop this?
text edit replaces ... with three smaller dots. how do I stop this? [more inside]
posted by krautland at 9:29 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by krautland at 9:29 AM PST - 8 comments
This Foolish Thing
Does anyone know who played guitar for Nat King Cole's recording of "These Foolish Things" ? [more inside]
posted by ReWayne at 9:07 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by ReWayne at 9:07 AM PST - 4 comments
Looking for cycling north-shore aficionados
I'd like to take a group on bicycle from Cambridge MA to Salem MA. Route suggestions? [more inside]
posted by Salvor Hardin at 8:57 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Salvor Hardin at 8:57 AM PST - 6 comments
Recommend me some well-made lesbian feature films.
Recommend me some well-made lesbian feature films. Ones I have liked: Go Fish, When Night is Falling, Bound, Desert Hearts, High Art, The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love.
Parking near the National Gallery in DC during the Stewart/Colbert rally
During the Rally tomorrow, how likely is it that I'll be able to find a place to park--paid or otherwise--within a reasonable walking distance of the National Gallery in DC? [more inside]
Making photocards online - there's got to be a better way
Where online can I get photo cards (3x5 or 4x8 folded) without all sorts of designs on decent cardstock? [more inside]
Will Noone Rid Me Of These Troublesome Political Calls?
We get what I consider to be an excessive number of political advocation/push polls/polls/robocalls at our house (9 calls between noon on Wednesday and noon on Thursday, for example). We get 1-3 political-oriented calls per-week year round, but it is beginning to feel like harassment now. Help me figure out how to cut way back on the calls for the future. [more inside]
posted by julen at 7:56 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by julen at 7:56 AM PST - 23 comments
Need a good lawyer in Nashville
Can you recommend a good criminal defense lawyer in Nashville? [more inside]
posted by josher71 at 7:55 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by josher71 at 7:55 AM PST - 2 comments
Did Zune kill my Radiostar?
Massive unintended file deletion? I had almost my whole CD & LP collection digitized on a Maxtor OneTouch 750Gb drive. Last week, I installed Zune software on my Windows 7 PC, and all of a sudden, those files are gone, daddy, gone from the drive. Hope me recover my files! [more inside]
posted by beelzbubba at 7:53 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by beelzbubba at 7:53 AM PST - 7 comments
How to soundproof when living above a bar
I moved in above a bar. The soundproofing is great, except for the vibrations from the lower bass frequencies. They're using wall-mounted speakers placed pretty close to the ceiling. Is it possible to soundproof against those? And what are some of the things the bar could do to help me? [more inside]
Help me be a (sexy) Turing machine!
I want to be a Turing machine for Halloween. I'm going to be surrounded by language nerds. They'll get it. But I need my 'fancy dress' (aka, costume) to be fantastic and I have limited time, money and supplies. [more inside]
Avoiding Gluten on Vacation
How does someone who must eat gluten-free deal with their special needs when they travel? [more inside]
posted by MorningPerson at 7:30 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by MorningPerson at 7:30 AM PST - 26 comments
love these boots, hate the price
thin camera with AA batteries
Looking for one of the thinnest, smallest digital cameras that uses AA batteries.
Thanks!
Help me look like I've got tech?
How can I spoof facebook devices? [more inside]
posted by TheDukeofLancaster at 7:19 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by TheDukeofLancaster at 7:19 AM PST - 3 comments
Peter Picked a Peck of Pimples?
Please help me to stop picking! [more inside]
Wanting the wings was probably not the message they meant for me to take away.
Book-Finding Filter: I'm looking for a middle-grade book about a girl who buys a huge pair of wings and glues them to her back. [more inside]
posted by themissy at 6:40 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by themissy at 6:40 AM PST - 5 comments
Who are your favorite travel writers?
What is your favorite travel book/essay/blog? Who are your favorite travel writers? [more inside]
Must Watch Movies. Tell me, for I must know.
Creating a media hub. Looking for "must have" movies...go nutty! [more inside]
How to take sharp pictures with unsharp eyes?
My vision is changing, which is not unusual, I'm getting older. But I'm having the odd problem when I use cameras (view cameras and medium format as well as 35mm) in getting the best focus (manually). How can I best use cameras, lupes, focussing screens and the like as my vision changes thanks to my advancing years? [more inside]
posted by itsjustanalias at 3:55 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by itsjustanalias at 3:55 AM PST - 8 comments
Powerbocks to replace a bike?
I need a new push bike. My old bike died. Typically I do short distance cycling to and from work - about 5 kms plus train journey to or from work (40km round trip by road, 50km by cycle path without the train). Other times when I need a bike it's generally for getting around the inner city (I live somewhere that's for inner city people in quasi-rural exile). My question is should I get some of these instead? Background here. [more inside]
posted by singingfish at 3:39 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by singingfish at 3:39 AM PST - 10 comments
Is there any software to 'copy' a physical machine to a virtual one?
Is there any software to 'copy' a physical machine to a booting virtual one? [more inside]
We must not touch our hairdos...
Is spray hair colour this crappy or am I Doing It Wrong? [more inside]
October 28
Annotated classics in ebook format?
I really love the Power Moby Dick site, which gives very helpful annotations and puts obscure words and expressions into a modern context. Where can I find more of this for other classics? And most importantly, I want to find formats that can be downloaded and viewed on my Nook e-reader. [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 11:08 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by zardoz at 11:08 PM PST - 6 comments
Advice for Sleeping Beauty with Atrophied Wings
Older women, younger men; is there hope for a sleeping beauty? [more inside]
posted by sleeping beauty at 10:44 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by sleeping beauty at 10:44 PM PST - 25 comments
Where can I find some awesome gynecological instruments?
I want to be an evil gynecologist when I grow up. And also for my Halloween costume! [more inside]
Where are my zero-calorie butters, creams, lards, oils, and fats?
We have very effective artificial sweeteners that give the flavour of sugary foods without the calories. Why have we been so much less successful at creating the taste of fatty foods without the calories?
Where are my zero-calorie butters, creams, lards, oils, and fats? [more inside]
posted by -harlequin- at 9:56 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by -harlequin- at 9:56 PM PST - 15 comments
Teeth First
I crashed my bicycle today. As a result, my front four top teeth are numb. The nurse practitioner at the hospital did not seem to think there was anything to worry about. I am not so sure. [more inside]
Please help me manage my obsessive thoughts
Why do my obsessive thoughts focus so much on my relationship, and what can I do to manage them? After living through years of sexual abuse as a child and teen, followed by a severely unhealthy relationship with an older man soon there after, I've actually found someone with whom I have potential to build something that could be really great. The trouble is that my brain is trying incredibly hard to sabotage this relationship, despite my best efforts to control it. [more inside]
Auditory Processing Disorder
What to do about a possible Auditory Processing Disorder? [more inside]
Help me help my girlfriend purchase the right car for her.
Help me help my girlfriend purchase the right car for her. [more inside]
Is Phoenix Latino-friendly?
Considering moving to Arizona. Difficulty: Hispanic wife. [more inside]
posted by Bernt Pancreas at 8:43 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Bernt Pancreas at 8:43 PM PST - 14 comments
I don't cry over major stuff, but too much over minor stuff
Can I control my urge to cry in stressful or frustrating moments? or is it ok that I do? [more inside]
What do I ask a graduate program when I don't actually have any questions?
What do I ask a graduate program when I don't actually have any questions? More inside... [more inside]
Given a random background color, how can you determine a different color that would be pleasant to read on top of that background?
I want to take a random color, and from it, generate a few other colors that are guaranteed to be legible if the first color is used as a background. [more inside]
posted by jsturgill at 8:02 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by jsturgill at 8:02 PM PST - 9 comments
Why does my heart feel so bad?
My mother's hoarding tendency is causing problems for the entire family. [more inside]
The math of noise
Assuming a grasp of college algebra, what maths would one need to understand the entirety of the wikipedia entry on white noise. Which order would be the most advisable way to learn those maths and which books might be good for a self study on those topics?
#16 deshou ka?
Japanese language question: I am looking for a numerical reference that means one's special trick, or signature gesture. [more inside]
I dare you to lift this sofa.
Please look inside for a few questions about an inguinal hernia, particularly pertaining to surgery recovery, and being on disability. [more inside]
posted by BlahLaLa at 7:30 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by BlahLaLa at 7:30 PM PST - 12 comments
Should I turn off the SRS light on the instrument panel on my 2003 Honda?
The SRS light on my 2003 Honda Civic comes on when the ignition is turned on and remains on while the car is being driven. I googled this and understand that Hondas as well as other cars have this problem. I can take it to a mechanic to have it diagnosed and repaired. Or I can turn it off myself which I'm tempted to do since it appears that Honda has a faulty system that has nothing to do with the airbag --just the light. But there is a small part of me that wonders and is concerned if something could be wrong with the airbag. Does anyone have experience with this?
Obscure Authors, Later Famous?
Who are now-famous authors who died while they were still obscure? [more inside]
posted by estlin at 7:03 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by estlin at 7:03 PM PST - 43 comments
How to efficiently manage tailoring of resumes and cover letters?
I've found that the practice of tailoring resumes and cover letters (to various jobs in various industries) is a somewhat cumbersome process. I'm looking for ideas and/or software from those who have found an efficient workflow for doing so. [more inside]
posted by hungrysquirrels at 7:01 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by hungrysquirrels at 7:01 PM PST - 11 comments
Halloween party filter
We're having a neighborhood Halloween party- have lots of ideas for music, food, decorations, but what should we do? There will be adults and kids from one to nine there. [more inside]
Help me make this screenplay less head-slappingly inaccurate!
Are there small-scale EMP devices that are at least moderately plausible? [more inside]
posted by Narrative Priorities at 6:57 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Narrative Priorities at 6:57 PM PST - 8 comments
Help me replace the best shoes ever.
My favorite pair of shoes - Merrell World Passport slides - got swiped at the gym. Merrell doesn't make them any longer, and I'm having trouble finding some online. Any suggestions? Details inside. [more inside]
Last minute saxophone?
Where can I purchase, rent, or borrow a saxophone- real, toy, or otherwise- in Chicago tomorrow? [more inside]
posted by jimmysmits at 6:29 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by jimmysmits at 6:29 PM PST - 8 comments
iPhone + Google Voice = Sucky or Not?
Google Voice on iPhone: Help me make it not such a kludge? [more inside]
Help me find a good Halloween party in Vegas!
What clubs in Vegas have the best Halloween events? [more inside]
Don't Put Anything on My Fish
NYC restaurant filter: Taking an elderly, out-of-town couple (that we don't know well) out to dinner. We'd like to take them somewhere reasonably nice (cost not a concern), but we do know that they prefer plainer foods that are easy on the digestive system. Manhattan required, midtown preferred. A little extra detail inside. [more inside]
Which superhero am I?
Which superhero am I? Costume photo here.
What are the physics of intravenous drips?
What are the physics of intravenous drips? [more inside]
posted by aunt_winnifred at 5:48 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by aunt_winnifred at 5:48 PM PST - 15 comments
Union Involvement...advisable?
As a brand new faculty member, should I be careful about too much involvement in the faculty association during difficult negotiations over our contract? I don't feel particularly worried about this, but I recognize that the tenure process ultimately is given the okay by the president and the board. I'm hanging signs on my office door and attending meetings...the typical stuff so far. What do you think?
posted by klausman at 5:46 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by klausman at 5:46 PM PST - 6 comments
We Communicate!
"I loved that place. They really knew how to communicate with their employees." Have you ever thought this or said this? [more inside]
posted by hecho de la basura at 5:37 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by hecho de la basura at 5:37 PM PST - 5 comments
Cubes cubes cubes
Where can I get frosted acrylic cubes or something similar? [more inside]
Should I report a racist chain email?
How should I or shouldn't I handle letting someone / "people that matter" know about a racist email that was forwarded to me and appears to have been originated by a cop? [more inside]
Songs of autonomy?
What are some anthems and songs of celebration for personal independence and freedom?
Off the top of my head, I've got "My Life" by Billy Joel, Sinatra's "My Way", and "Your Own Kind of Music" sung by Mama Cass.
Best beers to try while living in England
[beerfilter] What brands of domestic craft beer should I check out while I am living in England? [more inside]
posted by narcotizingdysfunction at 5:01 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by narcotizingdysfunction at 5:01 PM PST - 22 comments
Help me fear the beard
Help me dress up as Brian Wilson, the Giants reliever, for Halloween, in the Portland, OR area. [more inside]
Help me vote!
I registered to vote in California at the DMV when I renewed my driver's license in July. Now, the county clerk's office is saying that they don't have a record of my registration. Is there anything I can do?
posted by clcapps at 4:39 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by clcapps at 4:39 PM PST - 10 comments
?Como se-dice "ye-ye"?
What is the Spanish equivalent to ye-ye? [more inside]
My browser needs child-safety locks.
My son just turned 4 and has become a wiz at bypassing all parental controls, and I need a browser that will restrict him to a few sites, such as stuff like starfall.com [more inside]
Tiptree
Where should I start with James Tiptree, Jr.?
one costume needed, no effort expended, no shame endured
I hate myself for doing this, but I have a Very Last-Minute Halloween costume requirement. [more inside]
posted by booknerd at 3:46 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by booknerd at 3:46 PM PST - 16 comments
How easy is it for an American to avoid paying tax on Canadian-based revenue?
As a U.S. resident and citizen, what happens if I neglect to claim income from a Canadian company? [more inside]
Is my college ripping me off?
Is it normal for a college to not refund someone if they have paid above the cost of tuition and fees? [more inside]
Comic infographics
There's a certain kind of comic infographic that consists of a large, detailed drawing with tiny info-boxes about small details. Is there a name for this kind of graphic? Where can I find examples of it? [more inside]
Mushrooms over the desert road
Does the hivemind know similar songs to the Röyksopp songs "Silver Cruiser" and Triumphant? So instrumental, hypnotic, majestic? The sort of song you can play driving through the Nevada desert? [more inside]
Which one of these three 37" LED 1080p HDTVs should I buy for my bedroom?
Which one of these three 37" LED 1080p HDTVs should I buy for my bedroom? [more inside]
Becoming the Landed Gentry
I'm having difficulty with the idea of being a homeowner. What are some paradigm shifts, re-conceptualizations that would help me make the transition from long-term renter to homeowner? [more inside]
How do I/my company become LEED certified?
How do I (and possibly my company?) become LEED certified? [more inside]
Can we still apply for a Canadian spousal visa if he goes away for 6 months?
Canadian spousal visa question - is it possible for two EU citizens (me and SO, unmarried) to apply for a spousal visa if he goes away for six months to work in the meantime? Lots of minutae inside. [more inside]
I've virtually tracked down my missing/stolen iPod Touch, and have discovered all sorts of personal information about the person who is now using it. How can I reclaim it?
I've virtually tracked down my missing/stolen iPod Touch, and have discovered all sorts of personal information about the person who is now using it. How can I reclaim it? [Details inside-- this one's a detective story] [more inside]
What do you think are the most interesting / surprising / perspective-changing findings in social/cognitive psychology?
What do you think are the most interesting / surprising / perspective-changing findings in social/cognitive psychology? I'm preparing a talk for a German hacker conference (27c3), mainly
about cogsci & socpsych.
Bonus points if it's something that has some element of
demonstrating bias / illusion / manipulability, or if it can have a
quick actual demonstration, since I try to make my talks as
audience-interactive as possible. [more inside]
Can I recover files from a laptop hard drive?
I have the hard drive from a broken laptop. It has really important things on it. How do I recover said things? [more inside]
Couldn't Afford an Autobot Poster.
A rather trying test of your google-fu, I think. [more inside]
X + !Y = X + Y
In Drupal displays, "contains X" + "does not contain Y" is giving me X and Y. Help? [more inside]
posted by johnofjack at 2:19 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by johnofjack at 2:19 PM PST - 15 comments
Help in knowing what to do with this huge stamp collection i just received!
Need advice on how to handle a HUGE stamp collection that was recently given to me. They are from all over the world, some postmarked, many not, some very old (from the 1800's)... very extensive !!! Part of this collection was appraised in the past, but not by us ... we know the value is substantial.... but how do we proceed now??? [more inside]
How can I play a short movie file as a continuous loop on an iPhone 3G and an iPod Touch?
How can I get a video loop to play continuously on an iPhone 3GS and an iPod Touch? They don't need to be in synch. [more inside]
posted by TochterAusElysium at 2:11 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by TochterAusElysium at 2:11 PM PST - 3 comments
chicago - need keytar for costume
i need a real/fake keytar/shoulder synth for a halloween costume party on saturday night. the cheapest one i can find is at guitar center for $1200. that's about $1150 over my budget. anyone have any ideas? already checked craiglist for chicagoland, which is where i am located.
posted by denaps at 2:04 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by denaps at 2:04 PM PST - 11 comments
Where can I buy quark in NYC?
Where can I buy quark (the dairy product) in NYC? Chowhound's suggestions have failed me. Brooklyn/downtown Manhattan locations are preferred.
Slash and dot pre-digital page footer
In typewritten documents from the pre-digital era, there was often a combination of dots and slashes (.../..., ..../, ./. etc.) at the bottom right corner of each page, either alone or with the page number. The practice seems to have disappeared once word processors took over. How was it called and what was its purpose?
Spanish Conversation Group Woes
Spanish conversation groups woes because of wildly varying levels of participants [more inside]
What to do about fraudulent witness statement in car accident case?
I was involved in a car accident with no witnesses. My insurance has cleared me. The other driver’s insurance is saying they have a sworn witness statement supporting his story that I was at fault. Details inside. [more inside]
I Don't Wanna Be an Inadvertent Tax Fraud!
Anec-data needed regarding dependent care FSAs and boneheaded people (ahem - me!) who unintentionally abuse them. [more inside]
Ghoulish ganja gâteau?
We’re throwing a Hallowe’en party this weekend with all kinds of delicious goodies, and we’d like to make some “special treats” for our guests. Help us come up with something a little more inventive than brownies. [more inside]
I do not want to be neutered, why is gmail inviting me to a neutering?
Why is gmail sending me calendar invites to strangers' pet grooming appointments? [more inside]
Help a visual artist improve her mailing list
I'm looking for recommendations on email marketing software. I'm a visual artist sending out periodic e-newsletters. I know about Constant Contact but am wondering what else is out there. [more inside]
Mein ist der Rache
German Literature: Help me identify a story I remember from my high school German class. It was set in post-WWII Italy, and I think it included an Italian woman and a German soldier/officer/Nazi. She administers poison to him in such a way that there’s a 50% chance of either him or her getting the poison. [more inside]
Help me remember...german publisher for language grammars?
Is anyone familiar with a German publisher of high-quality, thorough, foreign language grammars? I recall seeing a pretty comprehensive series for South Asian languages....but never made a note of the publisher.
Don't have a row, Excel!
The short of it: avoid duplicates, show multiple sales in one row.
I am trying to aggregate sales data on an Excel workbook, and it really isn't as complicated as I'm making it out to be. Maybe MeFites have ideas? [more inside]
Is it kosher to work for two companies at once?
I have a friend who is working full-time for company A. She has accepted a job offer for a full-time position from company B. She gave notice to company A, planning to quit tomorrow (Friday), and start at company B on Monday. However, she is owed some commissions and bonuses by company A, and her management at company A has convinced her to remain in employment with company A until her commission situation is squared away and she has been paid out. She still plans to begin employment with company B on Monday but not to tell company B about her (temporary) continuing employment with company A.
For reasons I am having trouble articulating, I think she may be setting herself up for a world of hurt if company B finds out what she's doing. Is my concern ill-placed? This is all taking place in the US, btw.
posted by kcds at 12:28 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by kcds at 12:28 PM PST - 14 comments
SIM card for iPhone in E. Europe?
Questions about a prepaid SIM for iPhone in Czech Republic, Turkey, Slovakia, and Hungary. [more inside]
Help me prepare for my programming interview!
I'm a computer programmer, and have an exciting job interview lined up. Yaaay! Help me prepare by suggesting some difficult (but reasonable) programming interview questions to practice on. Also, I would appreciate any general advice you have for succeeding at programming interviews. [more inside]
Help us find an awesome place to stay in Eastern PA!
15 friends and I are planning a reunion for April 14-17th of next year. We'd like to stay somewhere in Eastern Pennsylvania. [more inside]
Where can I clean up this Halloween just for dressing up?
I like to dress up for Halloween and have no earthly reason other than I'm childish enough to enjoy it--no costume party to go to this year. Sad face.
So...Help me pick up all the loot we can on Halloween! [more inside]
images.zip
Help me find a collection of Something Awful images in a zip file. [more inside]
Gimme my Hulu!
Hulu question: 9 times out of 10, when I'm watching a show, Hulu cuts out to its final/show over screen about 2 minutes before the show actually finishes. Help me fix it? I like cliff hangers! [more inside]
A shaking soft soundless toy for a very funny boy?
A few years ago I bought a vinyl soft-filled cable car toy for my nephew. All it had was a pull-cord on the side that when pulled would make the toy gently shake or rattle until the pull-cord ring was back at the side of the toy. It was great! It made zero noise! It's been discontinued! Help me find something like it that I can order over the internet for a very nice three-year-old's Christmas present. It need not be a cable car but trains or other mechanicos would be awesome! Thank you so much in advance.
Having my cake and eating it too?
Being offered a promotion at work (yay!) but was planning on asking my boss for a letter of rec to go back to school... and also to telework from home until school starts. How to gracefully and deftly handle this situation and get everything that I want? [more inside]
Why do certain foods make me pee so much more?
After I eat certain foods, I have to pee a lot more often than usual. What is going on? [more inside]
Sensible to tutor kids in your home?
Is it sensible to tutor adolescents of ages 14-18 in your home without other adults present?
Plus extra CRB/ISA stuff specific to the UK. [more inside]
posted by Marlinspike at 10:45 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Marlinspike at 10:45 AM PST - 14 comments
I have nowhere to sit.
Looking for an upholstered armchair/slipper chair type chair that I can order online that will work as a desk chair. Must be under $300. [more inside]
Is this a discriminatory work practice?
I work in manufacturing delivering parts: Also some heavy lifting...I get paid the same as my-day time counterpart (I work swings) I'm 52 he is 24. I have to relieve people for breaks, he does not, he leaves stuff to be taken care of every day which I have to complete: and this goes on everyday like in groundhog day. I have made verbal complaints to my boss but it's supposedly going to be taken care of. This was early in the summer. It was taken care of once after I complained. What should I do,I am keeping a log when things aren't done... by the way we have no union just union busting philosophy meetings every quarter. Should I get a lawyer and complain or what. There are no other jobs around and the pay actually is good and makes ends meet.
posted by Upon Further Review at 10:19 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Upon Further Review at 10:19 AM PST - 20 comments
toy baby for my real baby
Where can I get a high quality, anatomically correct boy baby doll for my 5 y.o. son? He really wants one and it's a great relief from the usual requests for guns and Star Wars figures. He'd like something that he can feed, change, dress, etc.. I'd like something that isn't made of toxic vinyl and that won't fall apart. I'd be interested to know recommended brands I can get online and stores in the NYC area that might have good offerings. Thanks.
Help me identify this website
I'm trying to remember the name/address of a funny website I used to visit perhaps 8-10 years ago or so. It was a humor site from out of England I think, presented in kind of a newspaper 'broadsheet' format, and had a distinctly anachronistic writing style, which I remembering being kind of Edwardian/P.G. Wodehouse-ish. [more inside]
posted by pziemba at 9:50 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by pziemba at 9:50 AM PST - 5 comments
Mystery Chair
Can you identify this chair? [more inside]
Help get me out of corporate software development, and into Making A Difference!
I'm a mid-career software professional (architect level, 10 years experience), US citizen, and contemplating a change. I would like to know the feasibility of working for an NGO, doing technological infrastructure in the third-world. [more inside]
posted by jivadravya at 9:30 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by jivadravya at 9:30 AM PST - 9 comments
Should I jointly sign a lease with strangers?
DC-Lease-Filter: Should I jointly sign a lease with 2 roommates I just met, wherein each roommate is "jointly and severally responsible for each and every provision in the lease" - including the total rent for the house? [more inside]
I need a good English Hanukkah song for a school concert
As my school's lone Jewish teacher, the task of choosing a Hanukkah song for the holiday concert has fallen to me. Help me choose an awesome song for my lovely but very non-Jewish students. [more inside]
What to feed our cats?
What the heck do I feed my cats to keep them from getting sick? Their tummies are obviously not happy with the new food. Should I switch back to the old unsatisfactory food, or try to find another new food? [more inside]
posted by WowLookStars at 9:13 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by WowLookStars at 9:13 AM PST - 31 comments
Non-VA shooting locations for The New World movie?
In the 2005 film The New World, by Terence Malick, there are a few scenes featuring John Smith, post-Jamestown, hanging out with Inuits on a gray rocky shoreline. Any idea where they shot that?
Windows 7 corruption issues.
Two possibly related Windows 7 issues occuring simultaneously: corrupted /AppData/LocalLow/Microsoft/ folder and random chimes. [more inside]
I want pasta, dammit. Lots and lots of pasta.
How can I have a good relationship with food again? [more inside]
Atlanta adult ADHD doc?
Can anyone recommend a doctor in Atlanta specializing in adult ADHD? [more inside]
How About You Be My New Dating.... Friend?
How to become friends (not a romantic interest) with someone you just went on a date with through OkCupid? [more inside]
Looking for Platforms/Positions, Campaign Summaries, Judicial Ratings & Tiny-Position Info to Help Me Cast my Cook County Ballot
I’m a resident of Chicago (Cook County, Illinois). I’m very much not a fan of politics, but that lack of enthusiasm doesn’t extend to not voting – I’d still like to make an educated choice when casting my ballot, but without re-engaging in the political blogosphere, etc.. So, could you help me do my due diligence by helping me find websites that would contain the three particular kinds of information you'll see me describe inside/after the break? [more inside]
posted by Fizzgig at 8:17 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Fizzgig at 8:17 AM PST - 5 comments
Why can't I find a dress?
My boyfriend and I are getting a civil union (yay!). I need a dress (ugh). This should be easy; I live in Manhattan. [more inside]
Bizarre self-inflicted WINE/X11 problem on Mac OS 10.5.
Bizarre self-inflicted WINE/X11 problem on Mac OS 10.5. Help me troubleshoot intelligently, or tell me how to nuke it from orbit and reinstall. [more inside]
posted by nebulawindphone at 7:54 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by nebulawindphone at 7:54 AM PST - 7 comments
That's not a knife. This is a knife!
Subaru Outback: New or used? [more inside]
Help me turn indistinct desires and ideas into a concrete plan of action.
What kind of art/creative director should I be, and how can I get there? [more inside]
Halloween Birthday, NYC Edition
How to entertain my implacable partner in NYC on his birthday... which is on Halloween. [more inside]
Two orientations on one page in Word 2007
Word 2007 filter: can I keep my headers/footers in one orientation and the body text in another? [more inside]
snl skit - turn head and cough
Does anyone remember the SNL skit that had a doctor asking a patient to turn their head and cough, then he had the nurse come in and check, then another doctor...etc... i think Jimmy Fallon was in it...
I've been trying to find a video of this... any clues?
posted by fozzie33 at 6:59 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by fozzie33 at 6:59 AM PST - 3 comments
Where do I find a dance Coreographer in London?
How can I find a dance choreographer in London? [more inside]
LG LCD Television Display Issue
I own a basic 42 inch LG LCD TV-- I believe 1080p and 60hz. The television is about two and half years old. Recently two vertical lines have appeared that run roughly in line with where the standard definition display would end on the left and right edges. It seems as if these lines are "burnt in" to the display. The lines are extremely visible under light to medium tones and are about 1 inch thick at their widest. Is the TV spent? Obviously no warranty is in effect at this point. Anyone have any solutions or recommendations?
No time to dust...
We're giving up our studio apartment and moving on... but are too lazy (well, short on time really) to do that final, end of lease clean. What house cleaning companies in Berkeley and the East Bay are awesome (i.e. efficient and thorough)? Bonus points for companies that do carpet cleaning!
how to make 2 scans into one file
Is there an easy way to make 2 scans into one file? Without photoshop? Need to upload some pages but it must be as one file. Don't have photoshop. Wondering if there's any simple way to do this. Thanks if you can help!
What gifts will help friends moving to Portland, OR?
Some friends are moving to Portland, Oregon. What gifts are a good idea? I'd rather give experiences than guidebooks (less stuff to move) - gift certificates for the best spa in Portland, a 'friends' membership to the quirky movie theater they'll want to be regulars at, etc. If you've lived in Portland for a while, what's the place you've always wanted to treat yourself to membership of? What's great in Portland that I can give them?
posted by acalthla at 6:10 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by acalthla at 6:10 AM PST - 17 comments
The (Leather Steering) Wheel that Grips
What would remedy a leather-covered steering wheel that's worn in spots? Depending on the weather, it gets gummy-feeling and gross.
Pierogi and custard?
I am toying with starting Polish/English conversation group in London and I want it to be a success. What can I do to make it work? [more inside]
How to be a great course marshall?
How can I make being a course marshall for a 5K run fun, entertaining and/or motivating? [more inside]
posted by maxg94 at 5:47 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by maxg94 at 5:47 AM PST - 11 comments
Maintaining encrypted network backup on Win 7
Have 2 Windows 7 Pro computers. PC1 is my primary workstation, and PC2 I've been using with the TV for WMC/Hulu. I wanted to start using PC2 to backup the data on PC1, but PC2 is always logged in to record tv or play recordings. How do I ensure that data that I backup to PC2 is only visible/modifiable to PC1? [more inside]
Escape to which mountain?
Weekend getaway suggestions - outside of nyc, dog friendly, not breaking the bank. [more inside]
Stan's Dad's Shirt
Where can I find a shirt as close as possible to the shirt that Randy Marsh wears? [more inside]
posted by aloysius on the mixing boards at 4:56 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by aloysius on the mixing boards at 4:56 AM PST - 11 comments
How does StumbleUpon make money?
How does StumbleUpon really work (as a business and as web service)? [more inside]
Dealing with suicide
My sister is teaching in Thailand and a colleague has just committed suicide. What, if anything, can I say or do to help? [more inside]
posted by lilyflower at 3:15 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by lilyflower at 3:15 AM PST - 7 comments
Brazilian state budget blowout?
I was reading an article about fiscal responsibility legislation and the author referred to passing to (what I infer) was a spectacular budget blowout or deficit condition in the Brazilian state of Sao Paulo. The article was dated 1996 so whatever it was, it would have been before that. Googling turns up nothing useful. Does anyone know anything about this, or have any pointers to any further resources (in English please)? Thanks in advance.
posted by Logophiliac at 12:04 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Logophiliac at 12:04 AM PST - 4 comments
October 27
What are some good multiplayer games for Android?
My girlfriend and I both have an Android phone each. Please recommend some good Android games which allow us to play against each other head-to-head. Puzzle games probably preferred. Thanks!
Affordable Art in Sydney?
[SydneysiderFilter] Where can one buy affordable art for home decoration in Sydney? [more inside]
posted by vidur at 11:11 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by vidur at 11:11 PM PST - 6 comments
Sell me on your favorite Captain!
I'm gonna be a captain for Halloween, and I haven't decided which one yet.
Convince me. [more inside]
How do I power a 5mW laser?
I have a 5mW laser module. What do I need to attach it to to power it? [more inside]
posted by RobotHero at 10:42 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by RobotHero at 10:42 PM PST - 9 comments
Ticket stub stained my shirt!
I left half of a ticket stub, much like this one, in the shirt pocket of my seersucker button up and put it in the wash, then dried it without noticing. It left an orange stain about the size of a half dollar coin, what can I do to try and make sure it will come out next time I wash it?
What is this mystery fabric?
What type of fabric is this shirt made from? Nobody at the fabric stores can give me an answer. [more inside]
Mom being sued, should she lawyer up? Car accident...
Does mom need to get a lawyer? Car accident stuff inside... [more inside]
posted by Marky at 8:40 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Marky at 8:40 PM PST - 17 comments
Is losing my COBRA subsidy a "qualify event" to join another insurance plan?
Is the impending expiration of my COBRA federal subsidy a "qualifying event" that will allow me to join my husband's insurance outside of open enrollment? (even though I'll still be eligible for unsubsidized COBRA) [more inside]
Solar charger for iPad/iPhone
iPhone/iPad Solar charger to use whilst hiking? [more inside]
posted by Eapoe at 7:30 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Eapoe at 7:30 PM PST - 5 comments
Where can I buy posters of the big movie studio logos?
Where you can buy big posters of movie studio logos, like the Columbia torch lady, or the MGM lion? [more inside]
California gubernatorial race poll numbers
Was there a single event that happened on or shortly before September 7th, 2010, that caused Brown's poll numbers to start to rise and Whitman's numbers correspondingly fall in the current gubernatorial race for US state of California? [more inside]
What is this song???
Song stuck in my head. But I can't figure what it is! Please read what little I remember and try to help! [more inside]
posted by KogeLiz at 7:28 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by KogeLiz at 7:28 PM PST - 9 comments
healthy relationship unsupportive parents
I still want my parents' approval and support, but that's just not going to happen. How do you maintain your relationship with your unsupportive parents? [more inside]
Plant Bio Question
Hi all, Just a quick one from the annals of Plant Bio: Strawberry is an octoploid right? So what is the gametic chromosome number of a single nucleus of a pollen grain produced by the plant under normal conditions?
What Computer language should I master to reach a 60-80k salary?
Most profitable computer language to learn in 2010/11? [more inside]
Do we REALLY need a $325 remote control?
My parents want to mount a flat TV on a wall and store the components in a closet. What do they need to know/buy/do? [more inside]
Finding obscure DVDs
About 15 years ago, a good friend gave me a great 3 panel poster for a film."Love Slaves of the Amazons" was made in 1957. I have never been able to find it on DVD. I have googled it, searched many sights (including eBay) but have yet to find it anywhere. My search has lasted for 3 years. Any tips on where to find obscure DVDs? or even a real film. Cost is irrelevant.
posted by flyfsh_peter at 6:36 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by flyfsh_peter at 6:36 PM PST - 5 comments
When will I be able to play around on a holodeck or go into the Matrix?
How is virtual reality technology coming along? [more inside]
Thinking of a tail in a cast makes me giggle.
Is there a veterinarian on the house? Bella, seen here, stuck her tail out a car door as it was closing. Big yelp, no blood, I can feel a lump about halfway down. She's also carrying it straight down which is not normal. [more inside]
posted by Talia Devane at 6:26 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Talia Devane at 6:26 PM PST - 14 comments
Is it liver failure, or is it a pulled muscle?
I'm trying to figure out whether there's any possibility the pain in my right side is something dangerous, or whether it's likely a pulled muscle in my rib cage. [more inside]
Teenager Needs Gift That Isn't Boring
I'm looking for cool gift ideas for a teenage boy. What can I get him that isn't lame? [more inside]
My head is being a jerk
The left side of my head hurts. It feels like a headache when I nod my head or have jerky vertical movements. It's been feeling like this for a few months. I'm not sure what's going on. I'm a singer, so I sing with my whole body which includes my head. So, is there a doctor in the house?
posted by InterestedInKnowing at 5:20 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by InterestedInKnowing at 5:20 PM PST - 11 comments
I want a free-ish iPad!
I know a lot, if not most, of the Free iPad when-you-complete-a-bunch-of-offers deals are fake. But I do want to roll the dice and try one - does anyone know of any programs that will actually hold up their end of the bargain? [more inside]
Faster, lattiboy! Kill! Kill!
How can I record a 3-way long-distance podcast... with two hosts?
I'm working on a new podcast with a co-host who's 3000 miles away. The podcast requires us to take telephone (or Skype) calls. What hardware & software setup will allow us to record mic-quality audio of my co-host and myself, along with telephone/Skype-quality audio of our guests? [more inside]
My IMAP e-mail account just got completely wiped by forces unknown. What could have caused this?
My IMAP e-mail account just got completely wiped by forces unknown. What could have caused this? [more inside]
How do I get a pompomtom(1)?
Second people on xbox live (Halo Reach, specifically). How does that work? [more inside]
posted by pompomtom at 3:05 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by pompomtom at 3:05 PM PST - 3 comments
Last Birthday Present
What to give someone for their last birthday? [more inside]
Horrible skin requires saving!
Wtf, skin! Blackheads AND dry skin? Fix me please! [more inside]
NYC Lawyer for a commercial lease?
Suggestions for a lawyer in New York City to look over a commercial lease? [more inside]
DC temporary housing
DC temporary housing help needed [more inside]
Desktop virtualization software
I have a computer (Windows 7 Pro, 64-bit, 6GB RAM, i5-760 processor) on which I want to run various virtual machines. Help me decide what software to choose. [more inside]
posted by expialidocious at 2:01 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by expialidocious at 2:01 PM PST - 15 comments
How to make my salary history look good?
I'm applying for a job posting in which salary history is a requirement for being considered for the job. When writing up my salary history, I started to worry about the fact that most of my former employers are unreachable due to management turnover, business closings, short-term contract work, and the like. Is this is problem and what should I do if it is? [more inside]
As a writer, what does it mean to be "on word count?"
As a writer, what does it mean to be "on word count?" [more inside]
posted by raddevon at 1:45 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by raddevon at 1:45 PM PST - 20 comments
I hate the type of work I'm best at. What to do?
I hate the type of work I'm best at, and have for as long as I've been doing it. I don't know what else I'm good at or would like. What to do? [more inside]
Negotiation-filter.
I need help with my first 'real' wage negotiation. [more inside]
Need a quick way to wow with food!
Quick! I'm cooking for five women tonight. My oven is broke... [more inside]
Help fix my Airport Extreme Base station stubbornness
Magical Airport Extreme Base Station IP problem [more inside]
Help me publish my book online
How do I get started as an information product publisher, when I am not writing one of those rah-rah-make-millions-on-the-internet type books? [more inside]
How do you travel?
If you've eschewed the museum-church-ruins guidebook dance when you travel, what do you do instead? How do you get a feel on the place you're visiting in a short time and figure out what you want to see and who you want to meet? [more inside]
Confusopoly on a kaiser bun.
Should I switch to a HMO? My company offers Kaiser Permanente's HMO, and it's a good bit cheaper than my current plan. People tell me that HMOs are evil, but the plan looks pretty good on paper. I'm in Washington, DC. [more inside]
posted by schmod at 12:44 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by schmod at 12:44 PM PST - 21 comments
How do I deal with FAFSA when I've been paid under the table for years?
I'm applying to grad school. How do I deal with FAFSA when I've been paid under the table for years? [more inside]
severe new relationship anxiety & impotence (maybe NSFW)
New relationship filter. (mid-30s male here)
My first actual foray into online dating seems to be doomed to failure. I'm always awkward at this sort of thing, but this seems to be a new level for me. Basically, I just can't seem to relax around the new woman, and this means that I'm unable to get an erection. She's mostly been accepting of this (and there's plenty of other sorts of funtimes to be had in the bedroom). However, it seems clear to me that she really wants to have sex soonish, and this seems like the worst possible time to deal with issues from past relationships and the fallout thereof.
Does this seem like it can be worked through in a timely fashion, or should I just cut things off early and deal with things on my own? [more inside]
Eating disorder specialists in Savannah, GA?
Can anyone recommend a therapist specializing in eating disorders in the Savannah, GA area? [more inside]
I can propose my own maternity leave plan, now what?
I work on salary for a tiny company in CA. I am pregnant. No one has ever been pregnant at my company, so I can propose a Maternity Leave plan that works for me and works for them. It's a very humane company, so I'm not concerned about the lack of legal protection. But what should I propose? What is "normal"? How much time off do people who love their jobs usually want? [more inside]
posted by Mozzie at 12:28 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Mozzie at 12:28 PM PST - 8 comments
Please vet a vet for my cat.
It's getting to be time I took my cat Trilby to the veterinarian for his first annual check up since I adopted him last October 30th. But first I have to find a vet. Can anyone recommend a good vet in central or west end Toronto?
Help me prepare for a month backpacking in Europe
Please help me plan a month long backpacking trip through Europe. I've never done this sort of this before for this long and I need even the most basic tips as regards travel of this nature. [more inside]
How to add blogging functionality to a static website
What is the easiest way to add blogging capability to a static website? [more inside]
Using VMware to put 20 users on a Windows home server instead of the normal <10 limit
Is there any problem with using VMware to run a 2nd copy of windows home server on a WHS with 2 separate licenses for 20 users? [more inside]
Short Film about a Foley Artist
I'm trying to find the name of an old short film (circa 70's-90's) about a Foley artist / showman performing Foley sound effects live to a film that is being projected in an ornate theater, with a number of props laid out in front of him. [more inside]
How do I convince a toddler to wear a hat this Halloween?
How do I convince a toddler to wear a hat this Halloween? [more inside]
posted by christopherious at 11:34 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by christopherious at 11:34 AM PST - 22 comments
Keep the ovaries: yes or no?
You have had an endometrial ablation, or hysterectomy without oopherectomy. Did it help your non-bleeding symptoms? [more inside]
how did this thing know how to fail post-warranty?
Should I pay out the nose to have my Mitsubishi HD projector fixed by these bastards, or suck it up and buy a new one? [more inside]
Run PHP script automatically without user input at certain conditions?
How do I make a PHP script run only once if certain conditions are met, without involving the users? [more inside]
Th age of ebay innocence & The House of Mirth
We’ve just found a moderately rare book on ebay which might make a perfect 50th birthday present for an old friend of my husband’s – but we wonder if we’re ignorantly overlooking something obvious about the item, because of the low starting price? [more inside]
posted by Jody Tresidder at 11:11 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by Jody Tresidder at 11:11 AM PST - 25 comments
Making the wifi-->landline connection
I often work during the day in libraries or coffee shops with wifi but I'm too cheap to buy a cell phone. I have a laptop and a recent ipod touch. What are some clever ways I can contact my wife at home when I have something time-sensitive I need to share? [more inside]
posted by craniac at 11:00 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by craniac at 11:00 AM PST - 19 comments
How to fix someone else's idiocy online.
How do I (openly or covertly) rectify a problem with people responding to all on a email listserv that I'm a member of? [more inside]
posted by RolandOfEld at 10:48 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by RolandOfEld at 10:48 AM PST - 12 comments
She's a BOXER: I should have named her Cassius Clay.
Please recommend a kennel in the south-suburbs of Chicago for my Boxer/Staffordshire mix (yes, that's a euphemism for pitbull) [more inside]
SQL / Reporting Help Please
I'm looking for help with either SQL or with MS Reporting Services; not sure which, to be honest. I have a table of people (userID, username), a table of vegetable(s) each person bought (userID, vegatableID), and a table of fruit(s) each person bought (userID, fruitID). I'm trying to develop a report that has column A = name, column B = vegetables bought, and column C = fruits bought; I'm running into problems. [more inside]
posted by inigo2 at 10:29 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by inigo2 at 10:29 AM PST - 14 comments
Location-aware photos = virtual reality on an ipad?
Is there software that lets me move around an ipad/iphone/android in 3D space and see the world through a huge collection of old photo? Think Microsoft Photosynth displayed on an ipad with accelerometer data to change the picture. (I've got the photo collection; I just need to find a program/device that will let me display it.) [more inside]
Morning Medicine?
A drink a day is not bad for you and depending on what you read may be beneficial to your health. Is there anything detrimental to having this drink in the morning? [more inside]
posted by WeekendJen at 10:28 AM PST - 46 comments
posted by WeekendJen at 10:28 AM PST - 46 comments
Finding patterns using raw computational power
Looking for examples where large amounts of data + large amount of computer processing power = discovering unexpected patterns. [more inside]
posted by flashboy at 10:14 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by flashboy at 10:14 AM PST - 9 comments
How big is your IT Resume?
[IT JobFilter] I'm hearing conflicting stories on resumes these days; purportedly, the old myth of "one page resume" is dead and recruiters want to see your entire project history even if that's four to five pages. Looking for experiences or suggestions related to software development resumes. [more inside]
Hey! That's My Creative Title!
Internet-etiquette-filter: So I have an anonymous blog that has been around for 3 years now with a very distinctive name. I just got a Google alert on the name that someone has started a new blog on Blogger (where I have the name already since I used to host with Blogger) with the exact name of my blog. Do I be a bitch about this and tell her to find a new name or do I just chill and let us peacefully coexist? [more inside]
posted by Leezie at 10:03 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Leezie at 10:03 AM PST - 14 comments
He will wake up, right?
My 11 month old son is getting tubes put in his ears tomorrow morning. I'm not concerned about the procedure itself so much as I am about the general anesthesia. He will only be out for about 15 minutes, but I want to know how dangerous this really is. [more inside]
What would you/do you track in a daily record?
Jumping on the Self-Tracking/Quantified Self bandwagon and looking for suggestions for variables apart from the usual kind (diet, exercise, sleep, time spent online etc.) to track on a daily basis.
If you do this, could you share the parameters you like to monitor and record? (Or better yet, share a template for your spreadsheet?!)
All suggestions, no matter however subjective, quirky or esoteric are welcome.
I will be using the spreadsheet tool in Google Docs. Thanks!
posted by sk381 at 9:55 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by sk381 at 9:55 AM PST - 5 comments
Linux or Windows 7 for scientific computing?
Linux or Windows 7 for scientific computing? [more inside]
Android phone information
Resentment in the workplace
Please help me curb the growing resentment I have towards my workplace. (very long!) [more inside]
Is it a crush or just being nice?
I think a friend of mine may have feelings for me, but I'm not sure how all that works nor what to do about it. Can you help a romantically clueless girl in the right direction? Details below. [more inside]
Lyrics of Gesualdo's "Tenebrae"?
I have been enjoying Gesualdo's Tenebrae Responsoria a great deal. I'd like to know what texts or lyrics are being sung, and my Google skills are letting me down. [more inside]
posted by everichon at 9:40 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by everichon at 9:40 AM PST - 3 comments
Help me find an iPhone or book holder to read in bed
My wife and I love to read books in bed, just before going to sleep. I usually use my iPhone 4 Kindle app. Lately, however, the biomechanics of semi sitting up in bed have been taking there toll on my already somewhat debilitated spine (mild degeneration). I would like to be able to lie flat and read by staring straight up (or at least give this a try). Unless you've tried it, you may not know that simply holding the device or book overhead with your arms simply doesn't work. Some kind of holder is needed. I am looking for anyone's suggestions on what might work, perhaps those who are, or know someone who is, quadriplegic, or otherwise disabled might have some good ideas.I'm not so much looking for something I could kludge together, but more interested in something that is already available; I'm not firm on this, however.
All suggestions are welcome, though!
What kind of hardware do I need?
What kind of PC should *I* get? [more inside]
Which animal is considered the least intelligent of all the animals?
Turkeys drowning by looking up is a myth; so which animal IS the dumbest? [more inside]
posted by tzikeh at 9:25 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by tzikeh at 9:25 AM PST - 30 comments
How can I access "pro guitar" mode in Rock Band 3 without an official "pro guitar"?
How can I access "pro guitar" mode in Rock Band 3 without an official "pro guitar"? [more inside]
posted by ShootTheMoon at 9:17 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by ShootTheMoon at 9:17 AM PST - 4 comments
When I get older, losing my hair, many years from now....
How can I get a handle on saving for retirement? Where do I even start? [more inside]
Overthinking a plate of lentils...
Is there another name for a dish of lentils and sausages...? [more inside]
help sort to the different options in hair brushes
Does hair brush size, shape, or material make a difference in how your hair looks? [more inside]
Careers that require a two-year degree?
Mid-career job switcher. Unhappy with my current job and looking to make a switch into something more stable - probably in the medical field. Ideally, I'd like a job that requires an Associates Degree (two year program) rather than a Bachelor's Degree (four year program). A one-year certificate program is even better. What are my options? [more inside]
posted by Muffy at 8:49 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Muffy at 8:49 AM PST - 12 comments
Was Amy Poehler in a Wendy's ad?
Was Amy Poehler in a Wendy's ad? [more inside]
Looking for books about dirty cops
dog, i am not yet the man
How can I be "The Man" for Halloween? [more inside]
posted by spikeleemajortomdickandharryconnickjrmints at 8:28 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by spikeleemajortomdickandharryconnickjrmints at 8:28 AM PST - 25 comments
Divorce, anxiety, healthcare costs = sad, panicky panda.
Help me get health insurance at reasonable rates. Special snowflake details inside! [more inside]
What to expect for pre-trial conference for credit card debt?
Pre-trial conference for a credit card debt under 5k? [more inside]
Looking to tune-up the old marriage jalopy
Looking for a good marriage/couples therpaist in the Toronto area. This a more of a "tune-up" situation, not a "save my marriage!" situation. [more inside]
I'm a rockling.
Help me figure out this Beatles reference from my son's favorite kid's show [more inside]
posted by ChrisLSU at 8:12 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by ChrisLSU at 8:12 AM PST - 7 comments
The High Cost of Living
A question about an inexplicably inaccurate website. Luanda, Angola: world's most expensive city!? [more inside]
How could I find this old pattern?
Is there any chance of finding this old wallpaper? [more inside]
I need diaper-changing tips and tricks
I need diaper-changing tips and tricks [more inside]
posted by pracowity at 7:58 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by pracowity at 7:58 AM PST - 25 comments
My Own Private YouTube
My Own Private YouTube: I'm looking for a host service that will allow me to post flash (flv) videos, which would then play in a browser window. But, I also want to be able to limit access to a private group -- say, only to folks I share the video URL with. Does something like this exist? [more inside]
How to set up Indesign file for importing an editable Excel spreadsheet?
Wrangling Excel data in InDesign: When first creating a multi-page pricelist (which will need to be updated regularly), importing data from a 2000-odd row speadsheet, what should I be considering? [more inside]
Everyday patents?
What are some well-known products that have no competition because of patents? Or great features that are exclusive because of patents? (No prescription drugs, because that would be a huge list.)
Can't think of a clever title for this post.
Hell is waking up to two traveling Australians I've never met sleeping in my living room for six days.
How can a quiet and reserved person make living with very social individuals work? What's the best way to reconcile each side's concerns about the living situation? [more inside]
The house I rent is going to hell, and the landlord is M.I.A. What to do?
Landlord Fiasco Filter: landlord dug up entire yard to replace pipe, then disappeared for two months, leaving the entire yard a giant pile of dirt which has now turned to mud. And it's getting worse. He is unreachable. What to do? So much special snowflake after the jump. [more inside]
Who do I see about my butt?
I'm pretty sure I have hemorrhoids. What kind of doctor treats those? [more inside]
Vintage. Lowball. Glasses.
Observations of the mundane things in life
I'm looking for book recommendations for essays that are observations of mundane things in life. [more inside]
I really dont want to give up on my coffee
I have a 2010 Toyota Rav4, and the cupholders in the front are almost impossible to put a cup of coffee in. For example, I went to DD this morning and I tried to put my coffee in the cupholder but was afraid to because I thought the plastic piece that darts out almost punctured the side of the cup. Anyone else have this car/problem?
video chat between android and ipod touch.
video chat between android and ipod touch. [more inside]
posted by jseven at 5:31 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by jseven at 5:31 AM PST - 2 comments
Data mining book recommendation.
Data mining book recommendation. I would like a recommendation for a single book which would give me a comprehensive guide to data mining. Ideally this book would contain plenty of examples of real world applications of data mining techniques in a variety of contexts. Bonus points if it contains exercises which I can do myself in whatever software package they recommend. There is no shortage of resources online but I would value a recommendation from someone on here. [more inside]
posted by therubettes at 5:19 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by therubettes at 5:19 AM PST - 4 comments
Gmail in Firefox
Hi, Suddenly Firefox won't let me compose mail in Gmail, all other Gmail features work. I disabled any add ons that might cause problems, didn't do any new upgrades, can compose in Chrome and IE ,thanks.
Sweetie, Mommy's incapicitated today.
I threw out my back pretty badly. My ability to move is limited to a low shuffle. I am also home with my two year old. What can I do with him today? [more inside]
posted by zizzle at 3:50 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by zizzle at 3:50 AM PST - 28 comments
Shit Translation, French and Spanish speakers help!
Do any French or Spanish speakers have time to look at 30" of footage to tell me what this guy is saying? Shit Tony. [more inside]
posted by DOUBLE A SIDE at 2:26 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by DOUBLE A SIDE at 2:26 AM PST - 7 comments
How do I stop my cat from trying to kill me?
My cat loves to bring animals into the house. Fine, I know it's an instinct, but just today she brought in a snake that I'm pretty sure is highly poisonous. How do we stop her from doing this, or at least, protect ourselves from bad consequences? [more inside]
I don't have anyone to escort me from the hospital after my endoscopy. What are my options?
I don't have anyone to escort me from the hospital after my endoscopy. What are my options? [more inside]
It's kind of like a sore throat, but mentally.
October 26
Things to do in Guilin, China.
We're now on our China trip (thanks for the tips in our last question,), and are looking for specific suggestions on things to do in the Guilin area that weren't covered there. Extra points for off-the-beaten-path suggestions. We're definitely interested in beginner to intermediate hikes, bike rides, and boating. We also would love to see more rural sites, and the most spectacular scenery possible, but have been having trouble finding specific info on the area.
Phunny Phone Phrases?
I need a bunch of ways to answer my phone humorously, in the vein of "Jack's Mortuary, U Stab 'em, We Slab 'em", etc. This is in response to someone at work who has challenged me. How many can you help me with?
Whatever happened to white supremacist singing duo Prussian Blue?
What happened to white supremacist singing duo Lynx and Lamb Gaede (Prussian Blue)? [more inside]
Sick of powerpoint
Need alternative to powerpoint. One in which movies play more reliably. [more inside]
Northern California school choices
Question re San Francisco State and Cal State East Bay. Particularly interested in feedback from current and recent students and staff. [more inside]
posted by ClaudiaCenter at 10:35 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by ClaudiaCenter at 10:35 PM PST - 14 comments
What are some examples of biases I should look when analyzing an article for a college class?
I'm new to college and need some help with writing critiques of assigned readings. (E.g. In a history or anthro class.) One thing that keeps tripping me up is how to find authour biases. Yes, sometimes one is obvious, but sometimes I feel like I'm just not savvy enough to pick up on any.
Can anyone, perhaps, provide me with a list of biases (self-made or a link to an internet page) to check for when critiquing an article?
This previously asked question about criticial thinking was a little helpful, but i'm looking for more advice very specific to this kind of assignment.
Ideally, I'd like to have a list of authour biases that i can cross-check the article with. Note that I'm not looking for a list of every cognitive bias known to man such as in this wiki link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_cognitive_biases
Also, I realize I can talk to my prof and go to the writing lab, but just wanted to see what you guys would advise.
Thanks!!
Am I a danger to pregnant women and babies?!
Do I need yet another Rubella (German Measles) vaccination? Despite having all the childhood shots I needed and one after my first pregnancy, I was told that I still don't have the antibodies to be immune to German Measles during my 3rd pregnancy. [more inside]
Help me learn what is underneath Manhattan!
I would like to find either a book / documentary / article or even a poster that shows a cross section of Manhattan and all the various layers of 'stuff' that most New Yorkers never think about, let alone see. [more inside]
posted by darkgroove at 8:50 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by darkgroove at 8:50 PM PST - 12 comments
8-Ball Costume
Help me brainstorm some funny Magic 8-Ball responses. [more inside]
Mac-bootable XP flash drive?
Leaving Friday for a monthlong stint out of town; how to maintain access to essential software on a different computer running a different OS? [more inside]
posted by alexandermatheson at 8:38 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by alexandermatheson at 8:38 PM PST - 7 comments
This music sounds like what other music?
Fire lane markings backwards, or do I have the world's most innocuous case of dyslexia?
In NYC (and possibly other places), why are the words "Fire Lane" painted "backwards" on the street? [more inside]
posted by dixiecupdrinking at 8:11 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by dixiecupdrinking at 8:11 PM PST - 27 comments
What's the difference?
NSFW - Adult Industry Related - How do I point out to my customers/potential customers a big difference between me and almost other female in my field, without coming off as bitchy or snobby? [more inside]
Mysterious Skin....rash
YANAD, but, can you help me identify this rash? Is it an allergic reaction, bed bugs, or something else? [more inside]
Humans name things. Surely this is called something other than The Vroom Noise.
What do you call the noise from 1:03 to 1:04 of this song? And where can I hear more? [more inside]
posted by JDHarper at 7:59 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by JDHarper at 7:59 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me navigate choosing a business concentration?
I'm in business school and as I progress, my ideas of what I wanted to do have changed. Accounting/Finance now sound kind of interesting. Any advice? [more inside]
posted by kpht at 7:28 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by kpht at 7:28 PM PST - 2 comments
Mortgage Rates?
Mortgage Rate Question....What is the outlook for mortgage rates? Is there a reliable source for predecting where they will go? [more inside]
Questions for prospective flatmates
What do I need to ask to decide if I want to live with you? (And you with me?) [more inside]
Stopping IE8 from providing commands in the history list
Internet Explorer 8. It's got the ability to delete individual items in address bar history by clicking little icons in the history list. I want it to stop. [more inside]
Where should we stay in Bermuda?
My mom and I are planning a long weekend in Bermuda. We'd like to stay at a place with a kitchen so that we can do some cooking ourselves; my mom would prefer to be right on a (nice-for-walking) beach, if that's possible. Our budget is flexible, but we were thinking up to $200 a night. Can anyone recommend a cottage rental or something along those lines? [more inside]
Vegan doc on Aetna in Philly/Fishtown
My girlfriend is looking for a vegan-friendly doctor on Aetna health insurance in Philadelphia. She lives in Fishtown. [more inside]
Am I liable for these vet bills?
Am I legally liable for veterinarian bills for my roommate's dog if the dog was injured while under my care? [more inside]
posted by tumbleweedjack at 6:21 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by tumbleweedjack at 6:21 PM PST - 18 comments
"Art"
What art do people cite to make fun of art? [more inside]
Check please?
I went out with a girl twice and she just sent me a Facebook message telling me that she's seeing someone else now and that she wants to take me out to dinner to pay me back for the previous dates. [more inside]
posted by Groovytimes at 6:10 PM PST - 51 comments
posted by Groovytimes at 6:10 PM PST - 51 comments
Experiences at women's colleges?
What was your experience at a women's college? [more inside]
Where could 1,100 iTunes have gone off to?
1,100 songs suddenly disappeared from iTunes! Any ideas why or, better yet, where they might be hiding on my computer?
thank you.
posted by holdenjordahl at 5:21 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by holdenjordahl at 5:21 PM PST - 9 comments
Adjusting romantic expectations?
I'm rarely interested in the people who show romantic interest in me, and the people who I'm interested never return the sentiment. What's going on here? [more inside]
I don't want to be a complainer
I am getting really frustrated with my flaky chemistry professor. I don't want to complain about her mistakes to the Dean because I think she's a nice person and has some life circumstances I wouldn't wish on anyone (illness of her own and single caregiver for extremely ill and challenged child). How do I get over my frustration with her, stop resenting her, and also stop feeling upset and anxious when I study? [more inside]
yet another gay marriage question
A friend of mine is here on a student visa. He's got a domestic partnership in NYC with his male domestic partner, whom he's been with for about five years. Can he get married to his domestic partner somehow? In some other state? [more inside]
We're doin' it live
On WordPress, how best to live-blog? [more inside]
posted by General Malaise at 4:35 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by General Malaise at 4:35 PM PST - 4 comments
I want to go back to school. Help me find grants and scholarships.
I want to go back to school. Understatement: I'm a non-traditional student. I've been living below poverty levels for most of my life. I need funding - loans, grants, scholarships. How? [more inside]
posted by loquacious at 4:24 PM PST - 57 comments
posted by loquacious at 4:24 PM PST - 57 comments
"What's up with Dreamhost?" and some other (international) hosting questions.
"What's up with Dreamhost?" and some other (international) hosting questions. [more inside]
Where can I lock my bicycle near A. T. & T. Park on World Series Days?
Where can I lock my bicycle near A. T. and T. Park on World Series Days?
posted by doncoyote at 4:08 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by doncoyote at 4:08 PM PST - 4 comments
Gotta catch 'em all.
How many separate library systems are there in the greater Los Angeles area? [more inside]
posted by Nattie at 4:04 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Nattie at 4:04 PM PST - 10 comments
dupont thursday night!
DC Filter: Fun things to do at Dupont Circle Thursday night (Oct. 28)? [more inside]
Story/Plotting Software?
Alternatives to Dramatica? [more inside]
Online sources for wool roving?
What are the best and cheapest sources of wool roving online? [more inside]
Help Needed Pumping It Up - but only 4 oz at a time.
PortionControlFilter: Help me find a pump/dispenser/whatever-setup that can accurately dispense two fixed-portion volumes of fluid (4 oz and 2 oz) from bulk containers into small containers? Oh, did I mention I need to repeat it several hundred times with several different liquids. [more inside]
Online forums fo rnew moms
Online forums for new parents [more inside]
Name this area of study
I'm interested in the intersection of corporations and government. I come from a legal background What area of study would you class this as, and what reading could you give me? Bonus points for UK-specific, but US and global are fine as well. [more inside]
How can I deal with the noise from a nearby school?
How can I deal with the noise from a nearby school?! [more inside]
Being vaccinated for Hep B twice?
Is it possible for a Hepatitis B vaccine to be ineffective? Are there any risks to being vaccinated twice? [more inside]
Where do you think I would be safer?
I'm wracked with indecision... where should I park? [more inside]
Avatar + LOTR + a hookah= video game?
I don't know ANYTHING about video games, but is there one where you "explore" or are otherwise in a rich "forest-type" environment -- i'm thinking it would be something a bit psychedelic or trippy, where a players aren't required to kill things, but discover/explore "LOTR/Avatar-ish" worlds, with hidden surprises perhaps....
Should I get an insurance agent or can I get homeowners & car insurance for 2 cars & 1 teenage driver online?
I need new insurance - homeowners and car. Do I need an actual human agent or can I do it all by myself online? Bonus related question! Should I add my son to my policy or keep him on his own? [more inside]
Got the wrong idea?
Remember the time Michael Scott went to New York, pointed over at Sbarro's, and said, "My favorite New York pizza joint!"... I'm looking for similar examples of "missing the point", or coming home with the wrong idea. [more inside]
The Suda called him "posessed of an evil spirit"
Please suggest classics publications that might accept an article by a non-scholar. [more inside]
a business that repaints glasses frames?
what kind of business can repaint my glasses frames, or more simply strip the paint off them? [more inside]
Are giraffes really real?
Greetings. One of my high school biology students made the statement today that "Giraffes aren't real, it's a government cover-up." When I asked her where on earth she got this idea she stated that "It's a long story". Anyone out there have any idea what she is talking about?
Iodyin for some ink!
Looking for information on tattoo inks and iodine content. [more inside]
posted by Cat Pie Hurts at 2:10 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Cat Pie Hurts at 2:10 PM PST - 3 comments
Help me find a cheap, used computer parts store specializing in laptop parts in San Francisco
Hey folks. Long time reader, first time 'asker.'
Help me find a cheap, used computer parts store in San Francisco - I'm particularly looking for Dell laptop parts.
Just inherited a Dell D810 Latitude laptop - needs some love - almost free love, that's my budget... Any chance in getting a line on a used dell charger (type pa-10) or a used battery for a Latitiude d810 (type Y4367)? Anyone know of a recycle-ry that I can hit up for cheap? I've scouted ebay, put a call out on freecycle (Marin, SF), and scoured craigslist. Suggests?
I really don't care about Katy Perry. Really.
Alternatives to Jezebel.com? Blogs "for women" that aren't awful? [more inside]
Can you live in the Bay Area without driving?
Assuming you don't drive due to poor vision (so you can't rent a Zipcar) is it feasible to live in the Bay Area and have a decent life, with the ability to get around, go to work, and socialize? With respect to San Francisco and Silicon Valley, what areas would be best, and what parts would be too inconvenient or time-consuming to get by without driving?
Music equivalent of coffee?
I'm enjoying The Social Network's "In the Hall of the Mountain King". What are other fast-paced hyperactive songs that are the audio equivalent of coffee? [more inside]
What easy-to-transport dinner can I bring over to a sick couple?
What dinner can I make to bring over to a sick friend's place? Difficulty -- no spicy foods, and I must transport it via mass-transit. Oh, and I am in a foreign-to-me country. [more inside]
Recommend Optician in Dallas
Can someone recommend a reasonably priced optometrist/optician in the Dallas/DFW area?
posted by naveed at 1:32 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by naveed at 1:32 PM PST - 4 comments
GTD (time management)/Business/Life Coach
I'm looking for a coach to help me with several things, but primarily to get me started with either Getting Things Done or some other time management system. I know I could do it myself, but I also know that I won't without outside help. Beyond that, if the person was also a business coach I could work with going forward, that would be great. A step further, if they're also a life coach, not required but all the better. My first choice would be someone in the NYC area who I could work with in person some of the time, but I'm also open to a phone-only situation. Thanks!
My girlfriend is a great cook, and all I can do is whine about it
How can I reconcile my needs/desires for independent free time when my significant other wants lots of couple time? [more inside]
Suggestions for an equivalent of Google Groups?
Suggestions for an equivalent for Google Groups? [more inside]
Help me find an awesomesauce campground in Southern California!
Looking for some suggestions for camp sites in the vicinity of Southern California for a camping trip this weekend.
Amenities-wise the basics would work fine - water, a fire pit, and level ground to pitch our tent. Anything above and beyond that is icing. The campsite must allow dogs (we plan on bringing our pug, Hoggle).
We really enjoy trail hiking and solitude and we most likely won't be doing any kind of water-related activities, although picturesque lakes and streams are a plus.
Past places we've enjoyed camping at:
-Coral Pink Sand Dunes - outside of Kanab, UT
-Tanner's Flat Campground - UT
-Fernwood Lodge - Big Sur, CA
-Joshua Tree State Park
-Malibu Creek State Park
This is going to be a weekend trip so the driving distance has to be manageable. So, please, no recommendations for Redwoods National Park or Zion or something like that.
House Rent Boggle
What do I need to know about signing a lease in Manhattan? [more inside]
posted by Eideteker at 11:22 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Eideteker at 11:22 AM PST - 15 comments
What's a reasonable company share price in this situation?
What is a good expected share price in the U.S. initial public offering of Velti? It's unclear how the value of the overseas parent company will relate to shares in the U.S. Asking for a friend with possibly an immediate opportunity to obtain some equity. [more inside]
Can haz training?
I need recommendations on reputable first-aid or CPR classes in NYC. I'm looking for something that would work well for injuries caused by power tools, blunt force trauma or anything that could happen in a carpentry shop with adults.
I like this, but not that.
Are there any good online resources or even quizzes to help me define or at least better identify my general taste or personal style through specific categories? For everything, not just fashion. [more inside]
Is this College coach fee reasonable?
My sister-in-law just approached me to see if I would help pay for a "college coach" for my oldest nephew. I've helped with various things like camp, acting lessons, a computer, etc. and normally don't mind at all. However, she is telling me that this women wants $4,000! I know getting into college is way different these days, but that seems outrageous. My nephew is bright and the apple of my eye--but he's not a super-elite student. Is this the going rate for personalized help with choosing a school, essays, etc.?
posted by agatha_magatha at 10:44 AM PST - 77 comments
posted by agatha_magatha at 10:44 AM PST - 77 comments
Cock a doodle doo
What are some good resources, preferably online, for learning about chicken behavior? [more inside]
posted by toodles at 10:43 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by toodles at 10:43 AM PST - 4 comments
iPod as musical instrument
How do I play my iPod instruments into Garageband? [more inside]
posted by Astro Zombie at 10:43 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Astro Zombie at 10:43 AM PST - 7 comments
My friends call me Bleedin' Gums
You are not a dentist, but maybe you are real clever and know how I can get this nasty abscess-pus taste out of my mouth? [more inside]
posted by Syllables at 10:31 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Syllables at 10:31 AM PST - 12 comments
I would like this to be my last "media center" question
Please help me pick out used parts for a pretty low expectation "media center". [more inside]
Best place to buy Nutcracker tickets?
Where is the best place to purchase tickets for the Boston Ballet's Nutcracker this year (2010)? I'd like to find some decent seats for a family of 5 without breaking the bank.
Want to create 3-D book image but with person in image!
Software to create 3-d book cover image that is being held by a girl? [more inside]
Is there a tool to help me consolidate all these image files?
MacFilter: Looking for a program or shell script that will allow me to quickly and easily scan my computer (Mac) for duplicates of images and consolidate them so that aren't redundant copies taking up space everywhere. [more inside]
Best online way to demo a print magazine
Improving how a print magazine is viewed online in PDF format/format that keeps the integrity of the print version: 1) What's your favorite PDF viewer and 2) What's this example? [more inside]
Pastoral drama junkie in search of the next high.
Asking about one particular Yugoslav film, and also recommendations. [more inside]
posted by Tarumba at 9:39 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Tarumba at 9:39 AM PST - 3 comments
Uses & expiry of duck fat?
There's been a jar of duck fat in my fridge since I last had a duck.. ooh... last December. Should I throw it away, and if not, how should I use it? [more inside]
posted by hannahlambda at 9:23 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by hannahlambda at 9:23 AM PST - 17 comments
Prepetually remembered motions.
Help me identify a movie or tv show based on a half-remembered scene involving a bar patron ordering whiskey and water. [more inside]
Easier ways to chop chicken?
I adore chicken salad, but I hate chopping. What gadgets, appliances, or techniques can I use to streamline the process of finely cubing cooked chicken breasts? [more inside]
Twitter filter: Why does Twitter widget "die"?
Dumb question here, especially coming from a web developer ... But I use a Twitter widget on occasion on the front page of the site I work on. We'll be using it again Election night from about 4pm through to the wee morning hours.
The widget is the standard-variety Twitter-supplied widget (http://twitter.com/widgets).
The problem is, this widget always seems to "die" at some point during its use. That is, it will display tweets just fine for an hour or two (maybe even three, if I'm lucky), then it stops displaying tweets altogether, showing just the styled box, completely devoid of tweets.
Search as I have, google-fu has failed me. Can't seem to come up with an explanation that seems reasonable to my supervisors. Any ideas?
posted by jrchaplin at 9:15 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by jrchaplin at 9:15 AM PST - 6 comments
Internet business internet taxes international appeal
Help with website revenue taxation/company setup. International complications ? [more inside]
Friendship drama - the special snowflake kind
Is this a friendship worth saving? [more inside]
How do you warm up lube?
How do you get lube warm? Cold lube is incredibly un-sexy. [more inside]
How did they get that Steely Dan sound?
How did producer Gary Katz get those Steely Dan records to sound so much "cleaner" than the other popular music being recorded at the time?
posted by Joe Beese at 8:07 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Joe Beese at 8:07 AM PST - 12 comments
She was only a whiskey maker, but he loved her still.
Please give me your best 1-2 line puns. [more inside]
Advice about a girl who recently admitted she has liked me, but also recently left an engagement
I meet girl, like her, but she is engaged. We spend time together at a party, she admits afterwards via text message that she has had feelings for me for a while. I find out her relationship is more complicated then it seems. What do? [more inside]
Am I really a terrible wife?
My husband is on a new psychiatric medication and he is now convinced that he was abused as a child. I am not sure... and it is tearing us apart right now. [more inside]
King Coal
I'm thinking of a specific costume for halloween and I would like some help with execution. [more inside]
posted by outlandishmarxist at 7:48 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by outlandishmarxist at 7:48 AM PST - 10 comments
How do I manage a team that was manager-less?
Does MeFi have any tips or tricks to help me start managing a team that has already 'formed' without a manager? [more inside]
strict or lenient teaching and testing
Is it better to be strict or lenient in a university teaching/testing situation? [more inside]
posted by SymphonyNumberNine at 7:27 AM PST - 42 comments
posted by SymphonyNumberNine at 7:27 AM PST - 42 comments
Teach me about StreetView and similar services.
What are the competitors to Google Street View? [more inside]
I love Wayne's Coffee. It's the commute that's killing me.
I'm trying to purchase a coffee mug and/or travel mug from Sweden's Wayne's Coffee as a present, but living in Canada I'm running into some major roadblocks. Any advice on how to get one to my neck of the woods? [more inside]
posted by evadery at 6:59 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by evadery at 6:59 AM PST - 7 comments
Steamships in the 1880s
What are some good resources for learning about oceangoing cargo steamships in the 1880s? [more inside]
posted by Hoenikker at 6:49 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Hoenikker at 6:49 AM PST - 3 comments
To quote or not to quote (an email)
I'm considering writing a critical review of a popular online service - what are the ethics regarding the quoting or summarizing of email messages? [more inside]
X-Mini-level light
Is there a portable light that is as useful as the x-mini speaker? [more inside]
posted by Baldons at 4:52 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Baldons at 4:52 AM PST - 4 comments
Care and maintenance of a Le Creuset pan?
How to properly care of a Le Creuset frying pan? [more inside]
posted by greenfelttip at 4:45 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by greenfelttip at 4:45 AM PST - 17 comments
Help me pick my patents!!
How to get info on international IP patents? (I'm a bit clueless!) [more inside]
posted by low_horrible_immoral at 4:09 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by low_horrible_immoral at 4:09 AM PST - 5 comments
Hard Drive to Hard Drive transfer fail: error 36?
I have two of these Seagate 1TB external hard drives. Both formatted the same way: Mac OS Extended, GUID partition table. One has 400GB stored on it. When I drag and drop from one external hard drive to the other, after a while (anywhere around 8GB and up) I get an error 36 message - says I cannot read/write file. The lady on the phone for Seagate support says it's because you can't drag and drop large amounts of data via USB: in other words, it's not the drive's fault. Really? [more inside]
posted by omnigut at 3:53 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by omnigut at 3:53 AM PST - 20 comments
Ferns in the 70s for sure. Otherwise?
What kind of house plants were popular/fashionable in the past? I'm most interested in the 1950s/60s, but would like to know other decades as well. [more inside]
posted by Stewriffic at 3:42 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by Stewriffic at 3:42 AM PST - 29 comments
How do I choose a research group for my PhD?
I'm a first-year Ph.D student (in chemistry), and I'm having a hard time choosing what lab I want to work in. What factors are most important to look at? [more inside]
posted by kagredon at 3:19 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by kagredon at 3:19 AM PST - 12 comments
Why won't iBooks let me give it my money?
Why isn't Dan Simmons' The Fall of Hyperion available as an ebook? [more inside]
Pro and cons of children's tonsillectomies?
Any serious opposition to tonsillectomies for children? We have two excellent doctors for and against it for our son. [more inside]
posted by viggorlijah at 2:46 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by viggorlijah at 2:46 AM PST - 30 comments
What to give a best friend for their new business?
Mrs. Killaseal's best friend started a business less than a year ago (so far, so good). Mrs. K would like nothing more than to be able to assist best friend at the new business (food industry), but distance we live apart will not permit that, so that is out. So, we would like to give her a nice gift to congratulate her. Mrs. K wants to know, should we buy her an actual item (or items), in the 200-300 dollar range, or should we just give her a nice card with equivalent cash, since every budding entrepreneur could probably use the extra cash to help out with the new business? Mrs. K worries that although they are best friends, cash might still be tacky. [more inside]
Corporo-cracy? No...
Is there a "-cracy" word for a political system where ultimate (and repressive) power is held by Corporate entities outside of any government? Not just Monopolies or Oligopolies controlling their own markets, but the all-too-common sci-fi dystopian system... [more inside]
posted by oneswellfoop at 1:34 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by oneswellfoop at 1:34 AM PST - 6 comments
How low can they go?
Who are your favourite pop/rock/whatever singers with deep voices? I'm talking Stephin Merritt deep, I'm talking Calvin Johnson deep, I'm talking... deep voices.
October 25
There's no "there" there.
How do I talk to my mother about her depression, especially when I'm trying to create better boundaries but simultaneously plan for my family's future? [more inside]
Macbook from US into China
I want to buy a Macbook from the Apple website in the US. However, I now live in China. How can I avoid any import/custom fees and taxes when it is shipped... such as by having it shipped to my parents address in the US, then have them ship it to me in my address in China? [more inside]
Is a month enough time to get a grad school application together?
An opportunity came up and I have less than one month to get a grad school application, including only half a month to prepare for and take the GRE. Is this crazy? [more inside]
Men's tailor in Seattle
I'm looking for a great men's tailor in the Seattle area. [more inside]
Why Can't I Haz Cheezburger?
Why can't I haz cheezburger? (Why can't I access the Cheezburger sites from my computer anymore?) [more inside]
High School transcripts from an out-of-business private school?
How do you go about requesting high school transcripts from a private school that no longer exists? [more inside]
Buy A Day Websites
Which websites use a "buy a day in our calendar to advertise" model? I can think of Unicorn Booty and I Wear Your Shirt, and I vageuly remember one from a few years ago but can't recall now.
Opening your own law firm?
Opening your own law firm? [more inside]
Smiling When Alone
Question for those who are generally considered "smiling" people: do you smile when alone? [more inside]
posted by Quisp Lover at 8:18 PM PST - 47 comments
posted by Quisp Lover at 8:18 PM PST - 47 comments
Corruption of scientific fact?
Any ideas on where I can find a list or a book detailing corporate corruption of scientific fact for their gain? [more inside]
Chair me!
What would you recommend as an office/desk chair for a small room? [more inside]
space mmo open source shooter
Open source space-shooter, 3d exploration MMO? Recently released? [more inside]
posted by Baby_Balrog at 7:45 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Baby_Balrog at 7:45 PM PST - 2 comments
First-time rider seeks bicycle advice. What should I get? From where [in Melbourne, Australia]? Rough cost?
First-time rider seeks bicycle advice. What should I get? From where? Rough cost? [more inside]
posted by mrme at 7:30 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by mrme at 7:30 PM PST - 14 comments
Name that Jazz Funeral Song!
Looking for a particular jazz funeral song... [more inside]
Sister in the closet: how to be good to someone coming out.
How to be a good friend to someone who may be coming out. [more inside]
How does one start a career as an erotic plus-sized model?
How does one start a career as an erotic, plus-sized model? [more inside]
1/2 inch sliced out buzz fringe frizzy lollipop please?
How do I learn what to ask for in a haircut? [more inside]
Must.Save.Earth. But how? I'm a Liberal Arts Major
Liberal Arts Grad. Must live green. Thinking about grad schools for 2012, or "green-collar" career, or starting a biz, or something else random. Already ruled out Law School. Ideas? [more inside]
So you are about to make some silly mistake. How do you stop yourself?
So you are about to make some silly mistake. How do you stop yourself? [more inside]
posted by gregb1007 at 6:35 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by gregb1007 at 6:35 PM PST - 24 comments
What to call these stomach faced people?
I remember reading several ancient/medieval travelogues/ethnographies that referenced people with their faces in their stomachs. I also remember learning that their was a word for them, but I can't remember what the word was. What was it?
posted by Bulgaroktonos at 6:17 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Bulgaroktonos at 6:17 PM PST - 6 comments
I have to fly tomorrow morning and I'm out of the pills that enable me to get on the plane in the first place. Help!
I have to take a very last-minute plane trip tomorrow morning and just discovered I'm out of Xanax. There's no time for me to get more. What can I do to make it through the flight without a panic attack? [more inside]
posted by Mimzy at 6:11 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by Mimzy at 6:11 PM PST - 26 comments
Really, someday that high school French could come in handy...
What would be a great place to finally meet my penpal? [more inside]
posted by Tandem Affinity at 6:11 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Tandem Affinity at 6:11 PM PST - 7 comments
When do you know to give up?
Am I in the wrong relationship or am I expecting too much perfection? [more inside]
Don't want to lose the friendship, but can't stand the guy she's going to spend her life with! Help?
No one can stand my friend's fiancé. He's not a bad person and he seems to mean well, but he is obnoxious, rude and really, really, REALLY annoying. He's lonely and wants to hang out. We are running out of excuses to avoid him and my friend and her fiancé are starting to notice something's up. I hate drama. How do I deal with this? [more inside]
William James quote about life/revolver
William James quote about life coming at us as if fired from a revolver? [more inside]
bzzzzzzz i'm your local bee charmer
How do I convince my neighbors to give me permission to keep bees? [more inside]
posted by wocka wocka wocka at 5:40 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by wocka wocka wocka at 5:40 PM PST - 41 comments
Get me out of here!
I'm a junior in high school. I've got a decent GPA and a bit of extra-curricular to my name. Is graduating a semester early in senior year worth it? [more inside]
You don't get to 500 million friends without a tragicomic story
My brother needs my help launching his website! Problem: it was designed in iWeb, he's a sensitive artist, and it just gets worse from there. [more inside]
What causes my ear/tooth ache?
My right ear aches, and pain moves from one tooth to another on the right side of my mouth. I have a doctor's appointment tomorrow afternoon, but in the meantime I thought I'd ask what might be causing this. The pain in my ear is reminiscent of an ear infection I had years ago. At the same time, a single tooth will ache, but an hour later, the pain moves to a different tooth! Is it a dental problem causing an ear ache or an ear ache causing a dental problem?
Stellaaaa!
In balancing my budget, I found that I have, while not champagne tastes, microbrew tastes on a PBR budget. Help me brainstorm ways to drink on the cheap! [more inside]
posted by stellaluna at 4:09 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by stellaluna at 4:09 PM PST - 26 comments
Totally awesome things to do when you in the totally awesome city of Nashville, TN.
I have been tasked with showing some new friends from Europe the city of Nashville, Tennessee. One problem: I am not from Nashville and don't know anything about Nashville. I am looking for awesome local places to eat and must-see attractions. [more inside]
posted by SkylitDrawl at 4:07 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by SkylitDrawl at 4:07 PM PST - 12 comments
Compact, easy to navigate portfolio blog
I'm putting together an animation storyboard portfolio and was hoping it could be nice/easy to look at on an iphone. I'm planning to use tumblr but want to know if any other free blogging options that might be better suited. Assume I'm 47, I've never owned a mobile device, that blogging will be a big step for me (and that I'm using a mac). Is this formatting question silly? Does today's software just manage this sort of thing automagically? [more inside]
posted by bonobothegreat at 3:58 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by bonobothegreat at 3:58 PM PST - 8 comments
Can I raise money for a nonprofit without their knowledge?
Is it unethical or illegal to raise money for a nonprofit without their knowledge? [more inside]
Weather before we farmed?
How was the weather different before we farmed the land? [more inside]
posted by John Borrowman at 3:08 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by John Borrowman at 3:08 PM PST - 14 comments
Cheap used book in the NW?
Cheap-as-dirt used books in the Northwest? [more inside]
But I was a Boy Scout
AGGGHHH Weird Canon 7D artifact?
High tech, slow pace comics?
Please recommend for me graphic novels that combine advanced or modern technology with a slower speed of life. [more inside]
I need a small business lawyer in the SF Bay area
Looking for a good small business lawyer in the SF Bay area [more inside]
get my smokey on
I want to buy pimentón (smoked paprika) online. Can you recommend good european spice shop? I've checked ebay, but I want to see if I can get a better deal somewhere else.
Help me get rid of the rain on my parade.
Do the sexual side effects for Paxil ever go away? [more inside]
Is it possible to enjoy sex together?
Advice on how to parlay my non-normal sexuality into a normal sex life? (NSFW, obviously, and long, sorry.) [more inside]
Statistics on the Alberta Oil Sands
So I'm looking for some hard data on the Alberta Oil Sands:
Employment rate, type of employment, demographics, who owns what, etc.
I'm finding plenty of opinion pieces, and plenty of environmental assessments, but not much hard data on the economics of it. Does anyone know where to look for this kind of information?
Vivitrol vs naltrexone
Quitting drinking: What are the differences between Vivitrol and Naltrexone pills? [more inside]
Is squeeing becoming mainstream?
Is the use of the word "squee" still gender and age linked? [more inside]
I want to be scared, but not grossed out.
What are some horror movies that are scary, but not gross? [more inside]
Did you find "Time-of-use" metering helpful?
Looking for anecdotal data: when you switched to a time-of-use electrical meter for your residence, what happened to your bills in the first year, and what changes did you make that seemed to have the largest impact? [more inside]
Formula to mesh two gears of arbitrary tooth count/position?
I'm writing a graphics app where I'm generating a simple gear transmission system with a variable number of gears each with variable number of teeth and placed at random orbits around each other. I generate gears in succession, placing and rotating each with respect to its parent/driver gear before moving on to the next. The problem I'm having is how to determine the initial orientation of each subsequent gear such that its teeth are properly meshed with that of its driver. [more inside]
Oxymoronic Instructions
I'm going to a wedding in the Caribbean where the invitation specifies dressy tropical as the form of dress. What do I wear? [more inside]
posted by slide at 1:30 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by slide at 1:30 PM PST - 12 comments
Having flowers delivered to a dorm?
Girlfriend's birthday is coming up and it would make her day to get some flowers. Small problem, she is away at school. How can I have the flowers sent to her dorm? [more inside]
posted by Funky Claude at 1:29 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by Funky Claude at 1:29 PM PST - 26 comments
Wait theyve been sleeping together this whole time
Am I over-reacting to new information about my boyfriend's relationship history? Which involves his current roommate? [more inside]
posted by missmary6 at 1:13 PM PST - 73 comments
posted by missmary6 at 1:13 PM PST - 73 comments
Plato Pronunciation
What are the standard English pronunciations of the names of the characters in Plato's Republic? [more inside]
Can anyone recommend a place to buy a laptop battery?
Can anyone recommend a place to buy a laptop battery? I need a battery for a Vostro 1500 and I refuse to pay what those greedy bastards at Dell are asking.
christmas list card printing awesomeness
Has anybody got a Microsoft Word for Mac greeting card template for A4? I want to print two a5 cards on a piece of a4, guillotine that, and then fold those into a6 cards.
posted by By The Grace of God at 12:42 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by By The Grace of God at 12:42 PM PST - 3 comments
Help me animate like it's 1999
I'm looking for a program that will let me quickly edit animated gifs. I'm looking to do things like combine two gifs together, applying color changes dynamically across all frames (like hue shifts and stuff), basic tweening of objects maybe... I've been using Photoshop and Imageready and haven't been impressed. [more inside]
posted by codacorolla at 12:34 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by codacorolla at 12:34 PM PST - 6 comments
Quickest and easiest way to figure out IP names.
I have a list of IP addresses and I need to know the name of the computer they are currently hosted on. What's the best and quickest way for me to get this information? [more inside]
posted by Carillon at 12:33 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Carillon at 12:33 PM PST - 9 comments
Is it hard to move a blog around within a website?
I'd like to be walked through the (no doubt very easy) process of moving a Wordpress blog to a different part of my website. [more inside]
posted by COBRA! at 12:15 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by COBRA! at 12:15 PM PST - 7 comments
Help with our naughty dog
So this is a typical example of what my dog does when I arrive at home. He is 5 years old and has always been this way. Help us get him under control. [more inside]
posted by morganannie at 12:11 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by morganannie at 12:11 PM PST - 33 comments
No collection of deposit?
Need some advice on an apartment lease that may/may not be valid. [more inside]
posted by wcfields at 11:53 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by wcfields at 11:53 AM PST - 11 comments
Help my computer remember program locations with dual-monitor setup.
Dual-monitor setup and saving preference settings? [more inside]
posted by Twicketface at 11:35 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Twicketface at 11:35 AM PST - 3 comments
Why does spinning hurt my knees?
Why do my knees hurt after spinning, but running doesn't bother them? [more inside]
Which?
My husband is a second year law student in Ann Arbor. We have a 2.5 year old daughter and I'm currently a stay-at-home mom. Next summer, my husband has a job in Cleveland, where we will live after graduation. He has only one more semester of school left after the summer. We have two potential living scenarios, and need help choosing: [more inside]
Mac Powerbook Needs to be Reconfigured
How should I reconfigure my Mac powerbook G4, and other mac-related growth advice. [more inside]
Filemaker/Ipad help needed
Is any hiver aware of an Ipad app that will allow me to view a relational database created in Filemaker pro 6?
Not having any luck so I hand this over to the geniuses
Snap, snap, shoot!
Some must take pictures for our wedding... [more inside]
The worst animator I can be.
What animation tools for Mac are not very good? [more inside]
See You Down-Streaming
What is required to make streaming videos? [more inside]
No water to rinse a soapy face
Can anyone recommend a good waterless face wash? [more inside]
posted by Nickel Pickle at 11:02 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Nickel Pickle at 11:02 AM PST - 8 comments
Want an IUD...but which one?
Have you used either of the IUD forms of birth control? Great! Help me out! [more inside]
Who will rent a ONE WAY cargo van from LAS to SJC?
Looking for a Cargo Van to Rent One-Way from Las Vegas to San Jose, CA. [more inside]
posted by Merlin144 at 10:53 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by Merlin144 at 10:53 AM PST - 1 comment
Failure at 43...That's Me!
Looking for a little guidance in turning this ship around at 43. [more inside]
posted by littleredwagon at 10:48 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by littleredwagon at 10:48 AM PST - 11 comments
Why do I need separate dental insurance?
Why did our (admittedly flawed) health insurance system develop in such a way that excludes dentistry from covered services? [more inside]
posted by mccxxiii at 10:44 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by mccxxiii at 10:44 AM PST - 28 comments
What can I do with cappuccino-flavored kefir?
What can I do with cappuccino-flavored kefir, other than drink it? [more inside]
posted by juniperesque at 10:39 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by juniperesque at 10:39 AM PST - 6 comments
Curse you Lincoln!
Wedding ring follies: how can I get these pennies out? [more inside]
posted by gerryblog at 10:38 AM PST - 42 comments
posted by gerryblog at 10:38 AM PST - 42 comments
I want to teach kids who want to learn
Advice for getting a job teaching high school in a private school or a charter school? I am a un-credentialed scientist looking to start teaching math or science next fall. [more inside]
What do we needd to survive without our stuff for a few weeks?
What do we need to survive for ~2 weeks without our stuff? [more inside]
posted by k8t at 10:22 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by k8t at 10:22 AM PST - 17 comments
Please suggest transcendent songs with vocal harmony.
I'm looking for transcendent folk/pop/rock/country songs with strong vocal harmonies. [more inside]
Can I get better at self hypnosis?
Is there any way I can experience the same states and make the same changes through self hypnosis that I've experienced through being hypnotised? [more inside]
I need a "politics for dummies" book.
I'd like to be knowledgeable about politics enough to be able to state my opinion, engage in debates, and the like. I'm a one-issue person (gay marriage) and I'd like to discover my own beliefs about politics so that I no longer have to sit quietly when my friends get into it.
posted by Autumn at 10:10 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Autumn at 10:10 AM PST - 15 comments
Run hard, need cookie....
Whenever I start pushing myself physically, my appetite goes into overdrive. Is there anyway to prevent or combat this? [more inside]
AMC highlights?
I just joined the Appalachian Mountain Club. How can I make the most of this membership? [more inside]
Calling all hypothyroids
Hypothyroid-filter: What can I eat?
Please help me eat delicious, healthful, creative meals and snacks without having an anxiety attack because I'm so worried certain foods will interfere with my thyroid medication. [more inside]
posted by Faraday Cage at 9:11 AM PST - 41 comments
posted by Faraday Cage at 9:11 AM PST - 41 comments
To Work and Play in LA
Comfortable coffee shop/bar/cafe with wi-fi for business work near shopping/site-seeing spots somewhere between Long Beach and Downtown LA? [more inside]
"Hops across the taste buds" is a really appalling pun
Help me create a beery mustardy orgy of deliciousness. [more inside]
posted by elizardbits at 9:02 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by elizardbits at 9:02 AM PST - 10 comments
Advice for a young woman interested in cross dressing?
Are there any bars or similar in the Boston area where a 21 year old female could go dressed as a man? Are there any stores that would be willing to rent a tux to a woman without asking too many questions? Other questions about cross dressing inside. [more inside]
Where to go for help
Is it possible to get one on one relationship help online? [more inside]
How can I buy a used car in the UK without getting ripped off?
What's the best way of buying a used car in the UK without getting ripped off? [more inside]
A man does not need a maid!
I can't believe that, in 2010, I have to ask this question: How do I get my SO to share housework duties? [more inside]
posted by two lights above the sea at 8:35 AM PST - 56 comments
posted by two lights above the sea at 8:35 AM PST - 56 comments
fragile by design
Art project: what material could I use that would extremely easily marked/damaged/covered in fingerprints when dry? [more inside]
posted by you're a kitty! at 8:28 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by you're a kitty! at 8:28 AM PST - 15 comments
Is it possible to do both weight training and running?
I recently decided to go to the gym and start exercising, in an effort to lead a healthier life. I'd like to start running, but also put on some muscle mass. Is this possible, or do I have to choose one? [more inside]
How do I write music over the course of my workday?
Are there any websites with a flash piano (or something) where I can record, save and email to myself simple melodies I've come up with? [more inside]
In Search Of...The Perfect Leather Boots
I need new armor. Specifically, boots that will wear like iron and look cute on a petite, curvy frame. I need a) style advice and b) help with finding a boot similar to one that has seemingly disappeared. [more inside]
posted by MonkeyToes at 7:25 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by MonkeyToes at 7:25 AM PST - 16 comments
Save me from becoming an unflattering anecdote in his next book.
Next week, I have the opportunity to see one of my very favorite authors speak: Bill Bryson. I will also be attending a reception where he will be present, and should I have the opportunity to speak with him, I want to be armed with some great questions I can ask, lest I degenerate into the huge, slobbering fangirl that I am. [more inside]
Drank puddle water. Now how do we prevent an assplosion?
Drank a liter of unfiltered, chemically treated puddle water. What's the best course of action to avoid gastrointestinal Armageddon? [more inside]
posted by toftflin at 7:11 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by toftflin at 7:11 AM PST - 14 comments
Mystery part
Put these nimble fingers to good use!
I need a hobby. I find myself getting bored and stir crazy a lot lately. Ideally this hobby would be something I can do in my living room, on the coffee table or couch, and could take it outside with me if I wanted to. It shouldn't take up a lot of room since our house is so small. I was thinking of learning to knit, but I know there have to be other crafty-leisurely-finished product- oriented hobbies that I am not thinking of. Thanks!
posted by MayNicholas at 6:44 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by MayNicholas at 6:44 AM PST - 27 comments
Lies My Teacher Told Me About Columbus Are Being Taught Still
My daughter's teacher told her Columbus thought the earth was flat and the usual story about falling off the edge of the earth. As far as I can tell this is just not true, and the teacher should know it. Should I bother asking about this? I know it's insignificant, but it bothers me to know she's being taught something that just isn't true.
posted by Blake at 6:32 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by Blake at 6:32 AM PST - 34 comments
Name the film
A friend asks about a movie scene: The Guy and The Girl are sitting on the roof of a movie theater, smoking and talking, under a huge marquee or sign, and with spotlights all around. Can you name the film?
posted by Silky Slim at 5:53 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Silky Slim at 5:53 AM PST - 11 comments
How do I keep my sanity with an overdue programming assignment?
How do I keep my sanity with a long overdue academic programming project? Especially with debugging? [more inside]
posted by Triton at 5:37 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Triton at 5:37 AM PST - 13 comments
Should we ditch our fixed-rate mortgage?
Should we ditch our fixed-rate mortgage? Complicated details inside, help me crunch the numbers... [more inside]
Online twitter without twitter.com
Recommend an online twitter client for me. desired features listed inside [more inside]
posted by eclecticlibrary at 4:22 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by eclecticlibrary at 4:22 AM PST - 7 comments
C-Section Recovery
Tell me about your recovery after a cesarean section. [more inside]
posted by chiababe at 3:33 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by chiababe at 3:33 AM PST - 29 comments
What to give a mentor as a thank-you gift?
Is it appropriate to give a thank you gift to a mentor, and what can I give someone who doesn't drink, doesn't eat junk food, and doesn't like flowers? [more inside]
posted by lollusc at 2:11 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by lollusc at 2:11 AM PST - 28 comments
Gentle strengthening exercises
I'm after some exercises to strengthen my legs and lower back. [more inside]
posted by humpy at 2:04 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by humpy at 2:04 AM PST - 15 comments
Can I spray this in my eye yet?
I accidentally bought a bottle of hypochlorous /hypochloric acid (次亜塩素酸水) - what do you use your hulking bottle of hypochlorous acid for? And, what precautions do you observe when using it? [more inside]
posted by ultrabuff at 1:58 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by ultrabuff at 1:58 AM PST - 17 comments
Where's the seventeenth floor?
Looking for a picture of an Italian elevator button panel that has the 17th floor / number 17 omitted. [more inside]
October 24
thinking about learning
I am interested in people's exam preparation strategies (especially if you study psychology like me). It has suddenly occurred to me that I'm not very metacognitive about my learning. How do I intuit what are the most important concepts (likely to be on an exam, in short-answer format)? How do you pick up on hints from the lecturers? [more inside]
posted by KLF at 11:17 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by KLF at 11:17 PM PST - 9 comments
What ebook reader should I lend from my small school library?
I run an elementary school library in an economically diverse urban neighborhood. I want to buy a couple ebook readers so that my kids can see what using them is like (and so I can learn about the issues around lending and using these devices.) Various questions inside. [more inside]
posted by carterk at 10:42 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by carterk at 10:42 PM PST - 11 comments
Defying washing instructions = dire consequences?
I am knitting a pair of socks for a friend. The yarn is 75% superwash wool and 25% nylon. The washing instructions tell me to "Machine wash warm water, no bleach, lay flat to dry." What will happen if I actually put them in the dryer? [more inside]
posted by That's Numberwang! at 9:51 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by That's Numberwang! at 9:51 PM PST - 19 comments
Baby + Ugly Suit = Costume Nirvana?
I have a Halloween costume question... Sorry! How do we make the most of a 9 month old baby wearing an ugly suit for Halloween? [more inside]
posted by LyndsayMW at 9:43 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by LyndsayMW at 9:43 PM PST - 16 comments
Shake what ya mama gave you...
How did you come to accept, make the best of and enjoy your body/appearance? How did you learn to really own your body type/features? [more inside]
posted by Chrysalis at 9:20 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by Chrysalis at 9:20 PM PST - 33 comments
Find me a youth musical theater group in NY
I want to be involved in some sort of theater company, but my high school's theater program is less than enviable. Is there any youth musical theater group in New York I would be interested in? [more inside]
Advice for a guy with ponytail neurosis
I'm a guy and have long hair that I usually keep in a ponytail. Should I cut my hair, and if so, what should I do with it? And, why am I so up in my head about the decision? [more inside]
posted by scharpy at 9:06 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by scharpy at 9:06 PM PST - 34 comments
Historical fiction for kids
My daughter's birthday is coming up, and I'm looking for book recs. Lately, she's fascinated by time travel and, to a lesser extent, World War II. I'd love to buy her some books about these subjects, but am sort of stuck on what, exactly, to buy. [more inside]
posted by MeghanC at 8:47 PM PST - 46 comments
posted by MeghanC at 8:47 PM PST - 46 comments
Has anybody had their dog put on phenobarbital for seizures on an "as needed" basis?
Has anybody had their dog put on phenobarbital for seizures on an "as needed" basis? [more inside]
posted by Jess the Mess at 8:22 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Jess the Mess at 8:22 PM PST - 16 comments
What is the best facial exfoliator out there?
What exfoliator should I use? [more inside]
Great War Games?
What are the best board-and-dice war games? Specifics inside. [more inside]
Why is AVG suddenly freaking out?
Is my AVG Resident Shield warning me of something important, or is AVG itself the problem? I've been running AVG on my computer since I bought it (in August). In the last two hours, every time I open a new program, Resident Shield pops up and tells me "the file could not be scanned, probably due to invalid file structure". The programs I'm opening are not new (games I've downloaded weeks ago, Google Chrome) and my computer is otherwise not acting wonky. What's going on?
posted by epj at 7:23 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by epj at 7:23 PM PST - 9 comments
i want to replace the keyless entry system in my car
how hard is it to replace the third party keyless entry module in my car if i never done it before? [more inside]
Trying to figure out if this is a reaction to antibiotic
Anxiety about antibiotic. What happens if I stop taking it? [more inside]
The sound is coming from inside the computer!
Why is my early 2006 Intel Combo-Drive iMac beeping intermittently? [more inside]
Quebec in winter?
Quebec City casual? [more inside]
Ladies of Science, Engineering, and Innovation
Where can I meet awesome women scientist/engineers and/or innovators in New York? [more inside]
help me help my feet!
Best way to archive and catalog old files?
What is a good (and preferably inexpensive) way to safely archive and catalog old files that I want to keep but no longer want on my laptop? [more inside]
Relationship vs. Career Ambitions?
Should I put myself through a year of being long-distance with my boyfriend to get a job in my field? [more inside]
Can I be Dorothy Parker 2.0?
I want to be a sharper, wittier writer and conversationalist like the O.G. Dorothy Parker or, hey, even Coketalk. I admire funny, confident women, and while I think I'm moderately funny in person (years of low self-esteem will do wonders for your self-deprecating humor skills once you come out of it, go figure), I'd like to beef it up a bit, as well as learn how to express that more in my writing. [more inside]
I did read the costume archives. Really.
Costumefilter: Costume ideas for this dress? [more inside]
posted by cabingirl at 4:06 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by cabingirl at 4:06 PM PST - 20 comments
How do I get rid of this pesky corn?
How do I get rid of this pesky corn? [more inside]
Looking for telltale interview signs
After going to a job interview, are there any telltale hints or signs that can help you have a basic idea if you're going to be hired or not?
Tell me about gangster funerals
I'd like descriptions or, fiction about, gang and gangster funerals. [more inside]
Oops -- I didn't mean to permanently associate a NSFW image with my business email...
Oops -- I didn't mean to permanently associate a NSFW image with my business email... [more inside]
Something fun (and gay) to do in San Francisco for Halloween next Saturday night?
Something fun (and gay) to do in San Francisco for Halloween next Saturday night? [more inside]
a few good len(s)
[DSLR-filter] I'm buying my first DSLR camera! Woohoo, excitement all around (except in my wallet). I've settled on a Nikon D90, but I'm not sure what lens to get with it. Options/details inside. [more inside]
posted by firei at 3:08 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by firei at 3:08 PM PST - 24 comments
What to do with a dead pig?
Moissanite or other pretty rocks
Thoughts on moissanite engagement rings? Do you know someone who has gotten one and loved it or been disappointed? Other suggestion for non-diamond rings? Where to buy one in the DC/Richmond area? [more inside]
Can I retrieve this gmail email that I've deleted on my iphone?
Help me recover an email I deleted from my gmail account. [more inside]
posted by victoriab at 2:18 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by victoriab at 2:18 PM PST - 10 comments
Play audio webfiles on remote speakers, help?
How do I play online audio files on remote speakers? Platform: OS X, Browser: Firefox. [more inside]
How can I use my Uverse remote control to turn off DVD subtitles?
How can I use my Uverse remote control to turn off DVD subtitles? [more inside]
posted by jmevius at 2:09 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by jmevius at 2:09 PM PST - 3 comments
Strange Tingling Sensation When Eating, Always Happens
I get a tingling sensation in my jaw and mouth for a second or two whenever I begin eating any type of food. This especially happens when I have not eaten anything in a while and/r if the food has a lot of flavour. I call it "flavour explosion" out loud every time it happens and my girlfriend is starting to look at me strangely. Does anybody have a similar thing happen to them or know what this could be? [more inside]
posted by 1awesomeguy at 1:55 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by 1awesomeguy at 1:55 PM PST - 13 comments
Modern Touring Jazz Artists/Ensembles
I'm looking for modern jazz artists that tour and fit my preference for jazz. A lot of the jazz I like most is played by greats who are no longer with us. I'd love to go see some great live jazz but just don't really know where to start. [more inside]
There's no hiding, behind moulding / hardwood.
What might the original moulding around our 20s-era fireplace have looked like? [more inside]
posted by eschatfische at 1:49 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by eschatfische at 1:49 PM PST - 8 comments
Will doing this void my warranty?
I know this is a long shot, but I've seen answers here before on occasion from Apple techs: Could someone tell me once and for all if this is a Bad Idea That Is Going to Void My Warranty?
posted by 4ster at 1:36 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by 4ster at 1:36 PM PST - 12 comments
Should I reschedule my therapist appointment with a therapist of a different modality?
Should I reschedule my therapist appointment with a therapist of a different modality? [more inside]
Country comfort in a pot.
Country comfort food, non-kosher edition: what are your favorite bean soup/stew recipes for smoked ham hocks or pork neck bones? [more inside]
posted by availablelight at 1:21 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by availablelight at 1:21 PM PST - 8 comments
Networking for Chicago designers
What events / meetups / groups etc might be useful for a young freelance print designer in Chicago to network with other designers, learn about the local design scene, hear about opportunities, etc.?
What's involved in a Social Security mental exam?
What can we expect during a social security disability "mental" exam? [more inside]
posted by tangram1 at 1:11 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by tangram1 at 1:11 PM PST - 6 comments
Where have all the Fillable PDF archives gone?
Where online can I find a fillable PDF pain diary? [more inside]
posted by Mertonian at 12:44 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Mertonian at 12:44 PM PST - 2 comments
Put your nose to the grindstone and work!
Tips to maintain a healthy work life balance when you need to put in 10 to 12 hours per day for a couple months? Things that can be automated and save time, but help me stay healthy. [more inside]
posted by Wolfster at 12:33 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Wolfster at 12:33 PM PST - 19 comments
Sun Ra recommendations?
Ever since this August's Sun Ra thread, I've found myself digging deeper & deeper into his back catalog, which is at turns obscure, uneven, and daunting. I could use a little guidance to figure out which albums I should track down, and which I can skip. So, Sun Ra aficionados, which albums are your can't miss favorites -- the ones you return to, the ones I've got to listen to -- and what makes them stand out to you? This thread is of some help, but I'd like to cast a wider net than that OP did: any era, any group size are fine as far as I'm concerned.
posted by .kobayashi. at 12:23 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by .kobayashi. at 12:23 PM PST - 10 comments
Plastic beer bottles -- why not?
Why isn't beer ever sold in plastic bottles? [more inside]
posted by Rash at 12:23 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by Rash at 12:23 PM PST - 26 comments
Let There be LIGHT!
Fluorescent lightbulbs. I'm trying to replace some fluorescent bulbs in my kitchen and something's not working... [more inside]
posted by backwords at 12:18 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by backwords at 12:18 PM PST - 12 comments
Chicago cardiologist recommendations?
Any recommendations for a cardiologist in Chicago? [more inside]
Should I heat my barn with gas or electricity?
We have an old barn in our backyard that we are currently restoring. It will be fully insulated when finished (though we're recycling old windows that are probably 100 years old, which are single pane, so it won't be optimally efficient.) I am trying to decide if we should heat it with gas or electricity. Because the barn has never been heated before, and we're changing it anyway, I'm having a hard time estimating costs. (See extended explanation for details.) [more inside]
How to stop my car alarm from going off constantly
Three times in the last 12 hours, my car alarm has gone off without any obvious cause. It does not appear to have been broken into. Neither I nor anyone else was sitting on the keys. It has never done this before. If it is relevant, it is a 2000 Ford Taurus. Any idea what could be causing this or how to make it stop?
The history of British television broadcasting
I'm looking for books or documentaries on the history of British television; not the device, but the early years of television broadcasting, the formation of the BBC, and the characters involved. Does anyone know of any? [more inside]
posted by Gonnas at 11:20 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Gonnas at 11:20 AM PST - 6 comments
WTB canned non-concentrate OJ in Atlanta?
Does any Atlanta retailer sell canned non-concentrate Minute Maid orange juice, such as that which you get from the drink cart on airplanes? I'm NOT referring to canned Minute Maid orange juice from concentrate that can be found in grocery freezers, and the 8oz plastic bottles on store shelves are not what I need either. [more inside]
Career/life advice for a real world neophyte, please.
I'm a recent college grad who has been playing the "unemployment blues" for the past 5 months and have had no real success finding full-time work. However, I've recently had two excellent interviews for an entry-level administrative assistant position at a small non-profit organization in New York (where I currently live with my parents). I'm not sure if this is the kind of work I would be able to do for more than a year (well aware that most people don't necessarily enjoy their jobs and generally have to haul ass in the early stages), and the pay is mediocre, but I am entering student loan repayment soon ($80k+ worth of debt) and need a steady paying job ASAP. Please offer me some perspective from your experiences in this situation, and help me determine if I am making the right decision. [more inside]
No confidence in my vote
I've had a change of heart about a vote I made on my mail-in (Seattle) ballot. The ballot has not been mailed but it's been sealed in the security envelope and the outer mailer. Is there any way to legally modify my ballot without invalidating it? If not, can I easily get a new ballot?
Best time to submit a job application when given a specific window?
HR filter - if an internet job positing provides a 3 week window in which I can submit an application via e-mail, is there any strategic advantage or disadvantage to applying sooner than later, or vice versa? Also, if I live in a city other than the location in which the job is situated, should I play this down or up? [more inside]
posted by analog at 11:03 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by analog at 11:03 AM PST - 8 comments
hand-to-hand combat---in space!
How would people fight in microgravity, either in an enclosed space with walls to push off of, or completely free-floating with nothing except each others' bodies? [more inside]
mmm...salty goodness
Where can I find capers packed in salt in Minneapolis? [more inside]
posted by streetdreams at 10:45 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by streetdreams at 10:45 AM PST - 3 comments
Home desktop recommendation
Can you recommend me a good desktop for home usage (ideally one that I can buy online)? Ideally within $1500 ... [more inside]
Can you identify this esoteric film/photography theory quote?
"The gunsight frames an image for destruction, whereas the camera's viewfinder frames one image for preservation, and all other possible images for destruction." Help me find the source of this paraphrased quote? [more inside]
posted by Alterscape at 10:15 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Alterscape at 10:15 AM PST - 5 comments
How can I bring myself to study when I want to but I just can't focus?
I want to study and do well, really, I do. I have full intentions of spending the whole day reading my materials but when I sit down I just can't bring myself to do it. Help me! [more inside]
posted by cruncheweesy at 10:02 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by cruncheweesy at 10:02 AM PST - 24 comments
Pinball in South Wales
I have the desire to re-live my youth, and rekindle my addiction to pinball machines, problem is I can't actually find any left!
So does anyone know of any in South Wales (nearer Newport the betterer).
posted by couch at 10:00 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by couch at 10:00 AM PST - 10 comments
Who wants to conquer the world?
What modern political theorists/essayists write very explicitly about the end-result they'd like to see in the world, rather than focusing on piecemeal reforms? [more inside]
How can we cap and trade rental rights in my co-op (condo-ish) building?
How do I begin to structure a cap-and-trade system for keeping my co-op apartment building's owner-occupancy rate high, while rewarding owners live here, and charging/"taxing" those who don't? Details inside. [more inside]
Help genre these artists
When people say "what kind of music do you like?" I don't have an answer to tell them. Two of may favorite albums ever are Martin Tillman's A Year In Zurich and Jeremy Soule's Morrowind soundtrack. But, I can't put my finger on what genre these albums are. Classical and Jazz are too vague. [more inside]
What is the career path of a school trustee?
What is the career path of a school trustee? [more inside]
Convince me it is okay to be 28 and single.
How do I give myself permission to be single? [more inside]
How do I deal with my depression?
I'm feeling pretty terrible and I'm genuinely unsure what to do about it. [more inside]
Should I have my professional doman as an addon to my personal domain?
How can someone find a domain I own from another domain I own, if I serve the content from domain B as an addon domain on domain A? Should I just buy two hosting accounts? [more inside]
Do you remember this sociopolitical advocacy campaign curriculum aimed at 1970's elementary-aged children?
'70's Elementary school social studies materials--possibly Unicef? [more inside]
Help me get mad in Japanese?
Is it possible for a foreigner living in Japan to express his/her dissatisfaction with a work situation? [more inside]
Internet meme decor ideas
Mission: decorate our condo as an internet meme for a Halloween party. Hive mind, help me come up with awesome meme's and their physical manifestation! [more inside]
posted by olya at 8:14 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by olya at 8:14 AM PST - 28 comments
Good thing I get there early
Once or twice a week at least, I hear a subway announcement that the line is running with delays "due to a disabled train." This might signify that the train is five minutes later than you expected, or two hours later. Does anyone know exactly what "a disabled train" means? [more inside]
posted by Countess Elena at 8:07 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Countess Elena at 8:07 AM PST - 14 comments
Help me fix a crackling guitar amp.
Help me diagnose my (probably user-induced) intermittently crackling tube guitar amp! [more inside]
removing pencil from fabric
Fairly urgent stain-removal filter. How do I get pencils marks off embroidery? [more inside]
posted by runincircles at 7:45 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by runincircles at 7:45 AM PST - 6 comments
Printing method / Service for printing directly on keyboard keycaps?
What is the printing method or technology used by 'custom' keyboard makers like kbcovers.com and logickeyboard on their products? [more inside]
Airline industry resources for MBA candidate
Resources for an MBA candidate interested in airline industry? [more inside]
How do I get my router to play nice with my MacBook Pro?
My Linksys T-mobile HiPort Wireless Router is sporadic and weird with my MacBook Pro 2007 Santa Rosa's wireless networking. What's the ideal way to fix this? Or should I get a new router? And what will we do when our contract is up and T-mobile shuts down the landline? [more inside]
missing "Great Robot Race" memorable quote
a couple of years ago i watched this great documentary about DARPA grand challenge "the great robot race" . (
site
, full video , transcript).
and one quote stuck with me ever since. it goes something like this. [more inside]
posted by yosh at 4:28 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by yosh at 4:28 AM PST - 3 comments
Aargh, Kittens!
I just popped out to my shed, and found a hissing emaciated cat. I chased it away (I like the birds in my yard), and as it shot off over the fence and up the road, I found kittens. [more inside]
posted by Ahab at 3:39 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by Ahab at 3:39 AM PST - 25 comments
What game should a fan of Frontier Elite 2 play today?
human food for a human being
The wet organic cat food I give to my cat is highly nutritious. It is also homogenous and prepared in large quantities. Is there a human equivalent to this that I can prepare for myself? [more inside]
posted by triceryclops at 1:13 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by triceryclops at 1:13 AM PST - 28 comments
Batch Add Words to MS Spell-check Dic?
I have a list of about 10,000 medical and chemical terms in an Excel file, many of which are not in the MS spell-check dictionary. How can I add all 10,000 at once? I've searched high and low on the Internet, and can't find any discussion of how to batch add a bunch of words to a MS Word dictionary. Anyone have a clue? Thanks!
October 23
How to get rid of Interference on Car USB Adapter
How can I get rid of the audio interference caused when I use a 12v charger with an mp3 player in my car? [more inside]
posted by Popcorn at 11:54 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Popcorn at 11:54 PM PST - 10 comments
Social classes/activities in DC
DCFilter: Looking for classes or group activities with an emphasis on socializing [more inside]
Recreational science?
Would it be legal in America for a pharmaceutical company to develop a drug solely intended for recreational, not medical purposes. To what safety standards would such a drug be held?
posted by furiousxgeorge at 9:26 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by furiousxgeorge at 9:26 PM PST - 26 comments
Can you walk? You can? Then get out of the damn elevator!
If a building (in New York City) is listed as being accessible for disabled people, are you allowed to ask them if they're disabled before letting them use the elevator and deny them access to it if they say they're not? (I know this sounds offensive. It offends me. Please read the rest before judging. Thanks.) [more inside]
posted by grumblebee at 9:11 PM PST - 46 comments
posted by grumblebee at 9:11 PM PST - 46 comments
A game like arm wrestling, but safer
I teach a lesson on interpersonal conflict where we used to have the students arm wrestle one another. Unfortunately, arm wrestling is a little too violent. I'm looking for a substitute game. [more inside]
posted by eisenkr at 9:09 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by eisenkr at 9:09 PM PST - 18 comments
key west
has anyone driven hwy 1 to key west from Miami? any suggestions on where to stop along the way?
posted by matrjety at 8:39 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by matrjety at 8:39 PM PST - 10 comments
DIY liquid tooth soap
Please help me make liquid tooth soap! I only know of two available - Perfect Prescription, which would cost ±$50 per bottle to order from Australia, and one on etsy but the seller won't answer my emails asking if she'll ship to Oz. [more inside]
Does unpleasant reaction to high-frequency sound signify a health problem?
I experience dizziness and nausea after hearing high-frequency sounds. Neither my wife nor stepdaughter do, so I'm beginning to wonder- is there something weird going on with my ears/brain? [more inside]
posted by a snickering nuthatch at 7:18 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by a snickering nuthatch at 7:18 PM PST - 10 comments
Bright and beautiful
Lighted magnifier/reading aid help, please. [more inside]
Help me pack a lunch for the whole week.
Packing lunch with two restrictions: weekly bringing, and an office fridge that freezes things regularly. [more inside]
posted by bilabial at 6:58 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by bilabial at 6:58 PM PST - 18 comments
Just shut up already.
Crazy family situation, please help me think this out. [more inside]
posted by wandering_not_lost at 6:39 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by wandering_not_lost at 6:39 PM PST - 25 comments
I have a dark secret addiction. Enable me!
I really, really love corny-but-higher-quality movies made from 1985-1995. Who knows why. Recommend some! [more inside]
posted by santojulieta at 5:52 PM PST - 52 comments
posted by santojulieta at 5:52 PM PST - 52 comments
What's the protocol here? (Dating)
I've been informed that a woman in our social circle circle finds me attractive. I am attracted to her, but I don't want a relationship. What is the best move here? [more inside]
How to send physical mail anonymously?
Is it possible to send physical mail anonymously through private parties, who will then resend it? [more inside]
Scotch in the Sac?
Where can I buy good Scotch in Sacramento? Downtown / Landpark. Thx. [more inside]
posted by jeffamaphone at 5:10 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by jeffamaphone at 5:10 PM PST - 8 comments
please help me identify and care for my new plants
Can you identify my office plants from the photos, and give me tips for caring for them? [more inside]
posted by germdisco at 4:32 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by germdisco at 4:32 PM PST - 10 comments
How to remove AutoFormats from Access 2010?
How can I remove the AutoFormats (circa Office 2007) from Access 2010? There is no Help documentation or AutoFormat support in 2010, but I just want them gone in my older files!
Cellphone disassembly alternative for idle hands?
What small mechanical thing can I repeatedly disassemble and re-assemble to keep my hands busy? [more inside]
posted by ChrisHartley at 4:23 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by ChrisHartley at 4:23 PM PST - 27 comments
Which liquids can I drink?
Which liquids, apart from water, can humans drink? [more inside]
posted by The Discredited Ape at 3:39 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by The Discredited Ape at 3:39 PM PST - 43 comments
Does gravity really "attract"?
Is my conception of gravity deeply flawed, or is this bad terminology? [more inside]
posted by curious nu at 3:29 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by curious nu at 3:29 PM PST - 21 comments
Help me get my deposit back by suggesting the BEST WAY TO CLEAN GROUT (hooray youll be a hero)
Help me get my deposit back by suggesting the BEST WAY TO CLEAN GROUT (hooray youll be a hero) [more inside]
Though hope is frail, it's hard to kill.
How to maintain hope that I will find someone to be in a committed relationship in the face of what feels like overwhelming odds? [more inside]
Afternoon Brunch in Toronto?
Anyone know a nice, calm, TTC-accessible Toronto brunch spot with afternoon hours (and possibly mimosas), preferably near-ish to Dufferin and St. Clair? [more inside]
Bettering myself one step at a time
What are your favorite self-improvement resources? I'm looking for a variety of resources (blogs, podcasts, books, etc) in a variety of fields (fashion, finance, social interactions, etc). [more inside]
posted by Darke at 1:20 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Darke at 1:20 PM PST - 11 comments
Mazda3 vs Impreza
Mazda3 vs Impreza for the long term? [more inside]
posted by ROU_Xenophobe at 1:19 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by ROU_Xenophobe at 1:19 PM PST - 41 comments
how to mark the star I'm going to shave on my head?
hairdressers/surgeons/creative others: I'm going to shave a shape on my head. What can I use to mark the borders of the shape on my hair/scalp to guide me? [more inside]
How did you pay for college?
So, uh, how did you support yourself through college, exactly? I've returned to school full-time and I know people do this, but as silly as it sounds I'm just not sure how. [more inside]
Where in the UK can you get a good distance-learning qualification in web design?
Which distance learning institutions in the UK have the best reputations, particularly for web design? [more inside]
Awesome Halloweeen Songs???
What are some awesome songs to put on a Halloween party playlist? [more inside]
Trying to resist the throwaway culture(?)
Philadelphia-filter: I need a recommendation for a good quality camera repair shop where I can get an opinion on whether to fix my camera. [more inside]
Healthy chewy snack ideas please?
Healthy alternative to chewy cookies? [more inside]
Mouse in my House
Cool kid's room design for klutzes?
I need to repaint my two-year-old son's room. Color and design ideas, please, for a room that will be cool, fun, easy to do, and *cheap*? [more inside]
posted by devotion+doubt at 11:08 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by devotion+doubt at 11:08 AM PST - 12 comments
What's your favorite World of Warcraft podcast?
What's your favorite World of Warcraft podcast? [more inside]
Help me find this weird book I read.
BookFilter: Can you help me find this bizarre book I read as a teen? [more inside]
posted by delicate_dahlias at 11:01 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by delicate_dahlias at 11:01 AM PST - 3 comments
Seeking new smartphone and new cell provider
iPhone/AT&T user, tired of my iPhone and wanting a new (reasonably priced) smartphone (thinking Blackberry) WITH GPS and a reasonably priced cell phone plan with minutes/unlimited text/unlimited data. BB/smartphone users, tell me your experiences, as well as T-Mobile users. [more inside]
Playtime!
Help me play with my nephew and not go crazy. [more inside]
posted by SLC Mom at 10:46 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by SLC Mom at 10:46 AM PST - 34 comments
Are there tax liabilities on regular job income for sole proprietors?
I want to get a business license so I can buy products from businesses-only wholesale stores like Jetro. I would not have any income from the business. Would starting this business as a sole proprietor (no fictitious name) expose me to additional tax liabilities for the income from my regular job? Company business category would be Computer Consulting. This is in New York state, Brooklyn specifically.
Software tool for managing a soccer team?
I'm captain of an adult soccer team, and would like to find a pretty simple way to:
1. get each person to RSVP online for every game
2. enable discussion (e.g. 'who's bringing food on Friday?')
I'm familiar with Meetup, which matches these requirements. But it's really built around the idea of 'open' groups looking to attract new members, which we're not.
Any ideas? Thanks!
I plan to learn how to cut hair. Can you recommend me beginner hair shears/scissors?
I want to learn how to cut hair. Can you recommend me beginner hair shears/scissors? [more inside]
Easiest and/or best way to repair a small hole in a brick wall?
DIYFilter: I have a small hole in a brick wall. Can I use expanding-foam to repair it? [more inside]
Perfect present for a boy turning 9
What is the awesomest possible present for a boy turning 9? [more inside]
Pre Approve Auto Loan?
I was "pre-approved" for my auto loan by Bank of America, what does that mean? [more inside]
You can call me Ray. And you can call me J. And you can call me Ray J...
Can I start going by a different name when there's no need to? [more inside]
Digital files, accessible from anywhere?
Question for Graphic Designer types: What's the best solution for secure and reliable online storage, with 24/7 access from a desktop/laptop (Mac, PC and Linux), smart phone and/or mobile device and the web, for gigabytes of graphic design files? These files include various large image formats (JPG or TIF), Indesign, Word and Illustrater files, etc, etc.
Bonus points if this secure and reliable service allows people to seamlessly add files to a public folder, either via drag and drop or email. [more inside]
Can I get my new black winter coat embroidered with Slavic-looking flowers?
Two-fold question: I need a picture of an embroidery pattern with red flowers that resembles the needlework along the edges of many skirts and jackets in traditional Russian/Slavic/Scandinavian clothing. Secondly, can I get this black coat embroidered with Slavic/Russian-looking flowers? How expensive would it be to get this work done? [more inside]
Would you visit Portland in November?
I've visited Portland Oregon once before and loved it. But that was summer time - would you recommend a visit in November? Or should I wait for the sun to come back? [more inside]
How do we get tickets for a year?
What is the best way to buy a ticket on a one year return? [more inside]
posted by vansly at 1:41 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by vansly at 1:41 AM PST - 8 comments
October 22
I need calorie dense portable food to take to school with me.
High calorie, highly portable, nutritious, delicious snacks? [more inside]
What would you do with a BIG spreadsheet on a SLOW computer?
My very important spreadsheet has become too big to use without excel/calc slowing so much that I want to take an axe to the computer. Help! [more inside]
posted by pootler at 11:38 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by pootler at 11:38 PM PST - 20 comments
Blue + Brown = Blown
The chocolate brown/robin's egg blue combo: when did it start being popular? Where did that combo come from? Why so pleasing to the eyes? And still trendy today? or outdated and tacky?
posted by Busoni at 11:23 PM PST - 42 comments
posted by Busoni at 11:23 PM PST - 42 comments
no batteries, please
Wind up watch? [more inside]
What to do about my months-long crush on sweet nerdy volunteer supervisor?
I'm female and in my late 20s.
I started volunteering at a local bookstore about eight months ago, and I've had a major crush on my supervisor since the very first day. It started as just a mild heart-skip, but as the weeks passed I found myself liking this guy more and more. He's got this reserved yet friendly geeky nature that I just can't get enough of. Oh my. [more inside]
8 Pound Baby Needs How Many Pounds of Stuff??
We are expecting our first child in the new year (yay!) and we are starting to put the nursery together. We found a crib, a rocking cradle, a change table, a chair and a car seat. What else should we get?
Looking for specific product suggestions or a general list of the types of items that we will need.
Was there a favorite thing that you were happy to have (a Sophie, a Bumbo, a diaper genie etc)? Something you wish you had right away? [more inside]
posted by saradarlin at 10:36 PM PST - 48 comments
posted by saradarlin at 10:36 PM PST - 48 comments
Love/Success: never the twain shall meet?
If you are a physically very attractive woman how did you meet the man you married? [more inside]
posted by fantasticninety at 10:35 PM PST - 74 comments
posted by fantasticninety at 10:35 PM PST - 74 comments
Flight attendant drug testing and Wellbutrin
In the not-so-distant future I might have to take a DOT/FAA drug test to become a flight attendant. I'm taking Wellbutrin prescribed by a psychiatrist. Help? [more inside]
I got ONE turntable and a microphone.
I need a turntable in New York City by tomorrow morning as early as possible. Any ideas, hive mind? [more inside]
posted by orville sash at 8:33 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by orville sash at 8:33 PM PST - 7 comments
Can you recommend a reliable stereo receiver?
Can you recommend a reliable & affordable stereo receiver? I had a Sony receiver which worked for a couple of years and then broke. [more inside]
posted by pantufla at 8:22 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by pantufla at 8:22 PM PST - 21 comments
Identify this cosplay
Best depictions of magic in fiction?
What are some short stories or novels (probably in the fantasy genre, but not necessarily) with the most awesome, clever, and/or thought-provoking depictions and conceptions of magic?
Solo beach trip from Toronto. Where, and how much?
Solo traveler by way of Toronto, in late November, seeks beach, warmth, proximity to other nice humans. What's a good place, at a good price? [more inside]
Splitter as a merger?
Is it possible to use an all female 3.5mm splitter backwards to allow two inputs into one set of speakers? [more inside]
How do I work with history?
What's the best way to find a career in historical preservation/art restoration from where I am now? [more inside]
posted by billypilgrim at 6:45 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by billypilgrim at 6:45 PM PST - 12 comments
Pickled apples?
I'm looking at the recipe for pickled apples in Linda Ziedrich's "The Joy of Pickling". These are whole apples pickled by fermentation (not just vinegar-soaked). I'm intrigued. Can you tell me about your experience eating pickled apples? Or better yet making them yourself (tips/tricks/results)? The info I've found online so far is pretty thin.
Moving to the Great White North - how to be prepared?
What do we need to know about moving to Rochester, Minnesota? Do I need to learn to cook ethnic food if I want to eat it? Do we need engine block heaters? [more inside]
posted by treehorn+bunny at 6:00 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by treehorn+bunny at 6:00 PM PST - 22 comments
She Won't Be Getting Carpet Sample Faxes
JapanFilter: My friend is going to be in Osaka for a MONTH alone on business. She knows no one there, speaks very little Japanese, and will be all in all pretty bored. What are cool things she can do? Where are places she can hang out? Are there English websites she can read for ideas?
posted by aliceinreality at 5:49 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by aliceinreality at 5:49 PM PST - 19 comments
Bike quilt patterns?
Where can I find patterns for quilts that feature bicycles or bicycle parts? [more inside]
Where did my word document go?
Apples and Onions
I am making Dutch pancakes for a brunch. (They're an eggy thing that puffs up in the oven, kind of like a fritatta, kind of like a pancake, kind of like Yorkshire pudding.) My question is about the topping. [more inside]
posted by pipti at 4:51 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by pipti at 4:51 PM PST - 9 comments
Annoying cat is annoying
So we have a cat. He came with the house, and probably not the cat we would have picked for ourselves, but now he's ours and we love him. However he's recently added a new behavioral problem to a list of behavioral problems that isn't as short as all that: From 3 in the morning onwards he wanders the house and meows constantly. [more inside]
Who the hell am I?
My married name was "Jane Whatever Doe". I got divorced a while back and my legal (according to Social Security) name is "Jane Whatever Smith." Everyone in the art world knows me by my married name of "Jane Doe," so my driver's license says "Jane Whatever Smith-Doe." Are you confused yet? More within... [more inside]
posted by madred at 4:23 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by madred at 4:23 PM PST - 9 comments
I want to automagically convert my video files to iTunes friendly files
I want my videos to show up in iTunes. iTunes only seems to play nice with mp4. Is there any program out there that will monitor a folder, convert the video that shows up, and add it to iTunes? I'm on a Windows 7 machine. [more inside]
posted by allthewhile at 3:36 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by allthewhile at 3:36 PM PST - 4 comments
Sausage Saturday night?
Another "can I eat this" question. This time: pork sausage. [more inside]
posted by youcancallmeal at 3:30 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by youcancallmeal at 3:30 PM PST - 12 comments
What should I know before I invest in a restaurant?
What should I know before I invest in a restaurant? [more inside]
Gaga in the room so star struck cherry cherry boom boom
Which Lady Gaga should I be for Halloween? [more inside]
Sweet Guy or Crazy Person?
I am currently dating an ex, and we've been back together for about a month now. Everything is going really well, except for the fact that I'm starting to get a little freaked out about his revelation that he thinks I'm his soul mate and that he never got over me from the last time around. Does this guy sound sweet and sincere or potentially unbalanced? [more inside]
posted by mudlark at 2:07 PM PST - 49 comments
posted by mudlark at 2:07 PM PST - 49 comments
Please suggest an elegant, simple watch for a professional woman?
Can you suggest an elegant yet simple watch for a professional woman? [more inside]
Doing the (Financial) Math....
Wish-I'd-kept-it-now-Filter: How can I calculate capital gains/losses on an individual stock I want to sell if I didn't keep the monthly/annual statements? [more inside]
To tell or not to tell: that is the beanplating question.
Would you want to know if your partner talks to their ex regularly? [more inside]
How does credit insurance/debt cancellation work?
Will credit insurance programs pay if the individual is aware of and has been notified an upcoming layoff prior to enrollment? [more inside]
Dealing with a depressed, hypochondriac SO
I'm coping with a hypochondriac/depressed boyfriend right now. I have tried to be there for him but I am very gradually starting to lose my patience and feel restless in the relationship. I love him and feel completely torn about what to do. [more inside]
posted by maggymay at 1:10 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by maggymay at 1:10 PM PST - 14 comments
Help me train my dog to do something fairly simple before we both lose our minds?
Locked in a battle of wills with my dog over when and where she's gonna pee. I think she's actually holding it in on purpose! How bad is this? Should I just give in, or hold out?? also general advice on what i'm trying to train her to do would be helpful. [more inside]
How to make money by giving things away for free?
Help me come up with ways to easily bestow added-value upon subscribers to an online CC-licensed science fiction magazine. [more inside]
posted by 256 at 1:03 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by 256 at 1:03 PM PST - 9 comments
Do you know where you're going to?
I can't seem to keep track of online events - what tool or workflow should I use? [more inside]
posted by rmm at 12:50 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by rmm at 12:50 PM PST - 2 comments
Textbooks on data mining techniques / statistical analysis on large data sets?
Textbooks on data mining techniques / statistical analysis on large data sets? [more inside]
The Art of War
What books have helped you succeed and grow professionally? Although recommendations like Getting Things Done or How To Win Friends And Influence People would be great, I would also like to hear about fiction or non-business books that you have read that have positively impacted your career. I am familiar with this thread about particular fields. I am more interested in books that have helped you generally in your career, regarding topics as diverse as work ethic, courage, communication, organization, leadership, relationships, work-life balance, etc. If the Men's Style Manual has impacted your career, bring it on!
Where should evilmom live in Baltimore?
My mother wants to move to Baltimore. Which neighborhoods should she consider? [more inside]
posted by eviltiff at 12:13 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by eviltiff at 12:13 PM PST - 9 comments
scare me!
Suggest to me some creepy, scary, spooky stuff to read/watch/play with online. Not neccessarily Halloweeny stuff. [more inside]
posted by FunkyHelix at 12:05 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by FunkyHelix at 12:05 PM PST - 23 comments
Rhys and Ross switch my Irish wristwatch for a Swiss wristwatch
[Wristwatchfilter] Me: mid-20s male looking for the perfect men's analog wristwatch for my dainty wrists. Easy-to-set alarm a strong plus. You: experienced in these matters and willing to share your insight. Go! [more inside]
posted by supercres at 11:37 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by supercres at 11:37 AM PST - 15 comments
What kind of adventure should I have this summer?
I'm thirty years old, and it's my first semester of grad school after working in the corporate world for 8 years. It just kind of hit me that I'm going to have a summer vacation for the first time in forever. Whoa, awesome, but what to do with myself? Also, how to fund it? [more inside]
Moving to Croatia. What do I need that I don't know I need.
I'm leaving for Croatia in a week and have been offered a going away present. What do I need that I don't know I need? [more inside]
posted by JimmyJames at 11:22 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by JimmyJames at 11:22 AM PST - 8 comments
iTunes album art must die.
iTunes 10.0.1 and Windows Vista. Help me kill the album art, kill it dead, for good. Permanently. For, like, EVER. [more inside]
posted by chez shoes at 11:20 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by chez shoes at 11:20 AM PST - 12 comments
Help keep Mr. Crazypants warm this winter!
Anybody know anything about heated/self-warming cat beds? [more inside]
Help me find this coat from Bonobos.
Can you help me find a similar coat? [more inside]
How to wean my wife off therapy?
How can I wean my wife off of visiting her therapist? We are in the second year of our marriage, and having the typical disagreements about money. My wife started visiting a therapist nearly a year ago, shortly after the death of her father. I don't ask much about her therapy, but my impression is that she discusses everything under the sun. cont'd... [more inside]
Losing my (free WiFi) connection
When I start a wifi session (at a coffee shop for instance), the bubble will say "additional login may be required" which, when I open a web page, is just an "I accept" disclaimer. BUT, when I have to turn off the computer (reboot for windows update, go to the bathroom, etc) and then try to re-establish contact, it won't work. I can't get connected and I can't get the login screen. I've tried everything I can think of to get it to work but it just seems like I have to come back the next day.
Any tricks to get me back on?
I need advice for setting up an improv group.
I'm setting up an improv theater group and would like some advice. [more inside]
posted by WalterMitty at 10:33 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by WalterMitty at 10:33 AM PST - 9 comments
Can you recommend a Windows research aide?
Can you help me sort through the overwhelming choices in Windows based note-taking software? [more inside]
Tell me about the Trans-Asia Express
Some friends and I are planning on taking the Trans-Asia Express from Istanbul to Van (not continuing on to Tehran) next month. Could anyone who has taken this trip answer a few questions for me? [more inside]
Copy Windows Install Discs for Back-up
Exactly how do I rip (or burn) copies of the Windows XP, Vista, 7 install discs? [more inside]
posted by Mike Mongo at 10:09 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Mike Mongo at 10:09 AM PST - 11 comments
Squash the Squash?
I roasted some butternut squash about a week ago, but haven't yet used it. It's been in the refrigerator the whole time. Think it's safe to eat? How long might it last before it goes bad?
posted by gertrude at 10:06 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by gertrude at 10:06 AM PST - 12 comments
Atheist ISO non-religious Al-Anon-style support
I am very deeply in love with and married to a man who has substance abuse problems - particularly alchohol and cigarettes. I am not interested in leaving him. My powerlessness to help him causes me pain, and my misguided attempts to "fix" him are painful for him. Watching him destroy himself is destroying me, and is making me less loving a partner than he deserves. I've looked into Al-anon but, being passionately atheist and unable to reconcile myself with its higher power BS, I have not been to any meetings. Please help me find alternatives. [more inside]
Software for a small library
What kind of cheap/affordable cataloging software is out there for small libraries? [more inside]
Men becoming wolves. Wolves becoming... spiders.
My dog hates costumes. I really want him to wear one for the doggie parade tomorrow. [more inside]
posted by functionequalsform at 9:26 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by functionequalsform at 9:26 AM PST - 28 comments
Lilliputian Execution in the kitchen
Just got my gf a set of three .25 quart cast iron mini-cocottes. What delicious vegetarian recipes can she make with them? [more inside]
I need to record a T-bone
My High School student needs to record a sample of his trombone at home so he can take it to his teacher. [more inside]
posted by Northwest at 9:21 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Northwest at 9:21 AM PST - 7 comments
override XHR policy
override XMLHttpRequest security policy in firefox? [more inside]
posted by nihlton at 9:21 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by nihlton at 9:21 AM PST - 8 comments
Help me interpret my lab results
I need help with deciding what steps to take to lower my cholesterol.. [more inside]
Help me take screenshots with Snagit 10
Help me screencap. I'm trying to use SnagIt 10, but I can't get it to take screenshots, either with the big red button or with the Print Screen key. Once I select the big red button it just runs in the background but doesn't take the screencap. The Print Screen key does nothing at all.
This is on Windows 7. Other open apps are IE, Outlook, Communicator, Pidgin, Excel and Word.
Any ideas?
posted by chesty_a_arthur at 8:52 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by chesty_a_arthur at 8:52 AM PST - 18 comments
Do you know of a terrific Fiction-Writer's Software?
Fiction-Writing Software recommendation? I have a large manuscript with multiple characters, chapters, themes and volumes in the planning stage. I want to move beyond a blizzard of Post-its on my wall. I've looked at Scrivener, and am seeking other suggestions from users. Anything wonderful? Anything to absolutely avoid? Needs to be Mac-friendly, as well.
controlling wifi access by MAC address
I have a Linksys WRT110 router. Although it has some access controls, I find them difficult to use and counterintuitive, and I say this as someone who has been using computers since the days of the TRS-80.
Is there a router out there that will let me limit access times by MAC address of different devices, either by a daily quota or a cutoff time? [more inside]
New job! Help me get smart about getting smart.
I want to get smart on competitive intelligence. Point me in the right direction. [more inside]
posted by deludingmyself at 8:14 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by deludingmyself at 8:14 AM PST - 3 comments
Where can I find the Choking Victim poster?
Where can I get this particular Choking Victim poster? [more inside]
Mini Underground
I am trying to make a list of short subway lines in the world. For instance, Leipzig is apparently planning a subway line with only three (!) stops. Do you know any examples for me to follow up? Thank you!
Rain dance - who are they?
Does anyone know anything about the amazing dancers in the Raindance video which is all over YT & FB at the moment? [more inside]
posted by dash_slot- at 7:54 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by dash_slot- at 7:54 AM PST - 3 comments
Tiny apps for old machine?
Parents with very old PC (e.g. 128 MB RAM, XPHome w/ no SP upgrade!) hooking this machine to Internet for first time. Will purchase newer in near future, but must work with this for now. Looking for apps that will work on this old beast given memory lack. Would portable apps do the trick? Specifically looking for anti-virus, media, browsing, torrent, etc. Recommendations? [more inside]
Weekend in Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs - where to stay, what to eat, what to do - for a weekend? [more inside]
posted by abdulf at 7:29 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by abdulf at 7:29 AM PST - 18 comments
really dirty window
we have an apparently leaky double paned window, with a strange white residue on the insides of the panes. [more inside]
Unfairly Fired by Feds
Need advice for friend wrongly dismissed by the federal government. [more inside]
What should I do this weekend in New Orleans?
What should I do this weekend in New Orleans? I'm taking my girlfriend this weekend for her 30th birthday. We land tonight at about 6pm and depart on Sunday at about 6pm. [more inside]
posted by ben242 at 6:58 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by ben242 at 6:58 AM PST - 18 comments
Mixed Use Insurance
Landlord/Business Insurance Recommendations Needed [more inside]
posted by plinth at 6:51 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by plinth at 6:51 AM PST - 1 comment
I got more pork than the late Sen. Robert Byrd
We had an anniversary pig roast. I've got 50 lbs of cooked pork left over. I need your recipes. [more inside]
How do I log on? Yes, it's plugged in.
[AppleFilter] How do I log on to my G5 tower when I don't actually know my username? [more inside]
Fishing in Puget Sound
When is really the best time to fish for salmon in the Puget Sound / Georgia Straight area? Is it exclusively a late fall/early winter sport? [more inside]
Windows 7 behaves in mysterious ways
Synaptic Touchpad in Windows 7 scroll "wheel" stopped working with no apparent cause. [more inside]
posted by fuq at 5:43 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by fuq at 5:43 AM PST - 3 comments
How'd my passwords change?
I woke up today and both my Gmail account and Yahoo account have had their passwords changed. What the hell happened? Only thing I can think of is that it came through my phone-- I have an rooted Android LG Ally,(with google services) and I had a Yahoo Fantasy Football app installed. [more inside]
“Never give a sword to a man who can't dance.”
What inspirational or instructive inscription should I have engraved on a (new) military officer's sword? [more inside]
What will be in the news next year?
Certain news stories are predictable in advance-- because they cover stories that happen every year (like the Oscars or the Super Bowl); or because they cover events you can see coming a long time away (like the 500th birthday of some historical personage.)
Is there any comprehensive list of Things That Will Probably Be In The News Next Year? I'm looking for something like this weekly preview from CNN, but over a longer timescale.
posted by yankeefog at 4:14 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by yankeefog at 4:14 AM PST - 15 comments
CT Scan Says WHAT??!
Small bowel malabsorption question. CT Scan shows something nobody expects, but can't really explain. Doctor says not to worry, but... [more inside]
good, “simple,” engaging, beautiful “classical” music
I'm looking for good, “simple,” engaging, beautiful “classical” music. [more inside]
posted by skwt at 1:44 AM PST - 45 comments
posted by skwt at 1:44 AM PST - 45 comments
No no, it goes "naaah-nah-nah, naaah-na-nah"
I bought a book with classic tabulatures fifteen years ago, lost it, and want to buy it again. [more inside]
Got ideas for a 2-week school charity drive?
Starting this Sunday, me and some 40 people will be running a 2-week charity drive to get as many donations as possible for Pakistan flood victims. Do you have any ideas? [more inside]
posted by Ragingmelon at 12:34 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Ragingmelon at 12:34 AM PST - 5 comments
Why do I have this gap in my teeth?
17 Months ago, I had six of my top front teeth crowned. During the last 3 or 4 months, the two front teeth have been separating & I now have a slight gap. What's going on here? [more inside]
October 21
Management 101
How do I encourage people I'm working on a magazine with to do better and work harder without being a dick? [more inside]
Data table sources with multiple pagination
i need to gather data from paginated tables and return them as a feed or something that can be easily pulled as a query into excel. [more inside]
Unproven Bed Bugs--to treat or not to treat?
Should one treat bedbugs if the only evidence is bites? My friends live in a beautiful clean home. She has been getting bites, mainly on her torso, for the last 5 days. They seem to happen at night while sleeping. He gets no bites and thinks her suspicion of bed bugs is crazy. They have not been traveling, have not had house guests. Exterminator could find no signs of bed bugs or other critters, except for the bites on her belly. no droppings, blood, nothing. Exterminator (nice guy) gave her the possible options( mattress encasement alone, mattress encasement with treatment, sniffer dog, and "wait and see", but he refused to make a recommendation saying the choice was hers...........She showed him her belly (yes, she was that desperate) and he agreed the bites were consistent with bed bug bites but that one can't really determine that for certain. [more inside]
posted by Lylo at 9:39 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by Lylo at 9:39 PM PST - 24 comments
What to do in Kota Kinabalu?
I'm planning on a family trip with my wife and 18-month-old daughter to Kota Kinabalu, in northern Borneo, Maylasia. Where to stay? What to do? [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 9:25 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by zardoz at 9:25 PM PST - 2 comments
Cheese, please?
Is there any other explanation besides lactose intolerance? 27 year old man, can eat cream cheese, steamed milk in coffee, pizza with cheese, and cheesy pasta. But as little as 3 slices of aged cheddar, any amount of goat cheese, basically any "fancy" cheese causes intense stomach upset. Is there any way he can go back to enjoying a cheese plate at a nice restaurant again? Anybody had a similar experience and found a way to deal with it?
How do I learn the discipline of intelligence analysis?
What books do you recommend for learning more about the "how" of intelligence analysis? [more inside]
posted by bfranklin at 8:32 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by bfranklin at 8:32 PM PST - 6 comments
Wizard needs Gauntlet badly
[BayAreaFilter]. I want to play Gauntlet. Where should I go to do that? [more inside]
posted by You Can't Tip a Buick at 8:22 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by You Can't Tip a Buick at 8:22 PM PST - 11 comments
What's the least expensive way to get detailed road maps onto my Garmin Etrex Venture HC?
What's the least expensive way to get detailed road maps onto my Garmin Etrex Venture HC? [more inside]
I dont know the drill
My dentist put a temp crown on a broken tooth today, then sent me to the front desk to set a followup. I was expecting this to be covered, at least partly, by my insurance, but they told me I had reached the limit and asked for $600. Is this right? Should they have told me I'd be paying out of pocket before starting treatment? [more inside]
I always heard that you should stay in school....
[Grad School Filter] Help me sort through my mid-semester slump. [more inside]
Old awards on a resume
Should I include an old award on a resume/grad school application? [more inside]
posted by Ideal Impulse at 7:58 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Ideal Impulse at 7:58 PM PST - 12 comments
What awesome things can 4 college students do the 30th in DC? (Yes, we know about the rally)
Awesome, secret, impossible-to-get-in-to things, Part II: 3 friends and I decided on a whim to drive out to D.C. for the Stewart/Cobert rally on the 30th. We'll be staying with friends (maybe in Philly, maybe in the D.C. area), so that's taken care of, but what else should we do? [more inside]
Many hands make light work, hurt feelings.
Sort out a disagreement between roommates! [more inside]
Video game marathon planning
My dorm is interested in doing a video game marathon for charity. Advice? [more inside]
Looking for songs similar to LEMONADE "LIFTED" (LE CHEV REUNION TOUR REMIX
Current Recommendations for VPS Hosting?
Recommendations for VPS hosting? [more inside]
posted by chocolatepeanutbuttercup at 6:36 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by chocolatepeanutbuttercup at 6:36 PM PST - 17 comments
How to achieve better work/life balance as a games developer?
How can I improve my work/life balance when my job makes extreme demands on my time? [more inside]
Informative books on China's economy
What are some good books on Chinese economic development? Especially how it's beginning to transition from a low cost low skill manufacturing to more technology intensive commodities. [more inside]
posted by maykasahara at 6:13 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by maykasahara at 6:13 PM PST - 2 comments
Help me build a list of props for a Zork adventurer Halloween costume.
Attention ZORK fans!
Help me build a list of props for a Zork adventurer Halloween costume. [more inside]
posted by ErWenn at 6:02 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by ErWenn at 6:02 PM PST - 23 comments
A little tast of Shanghai (without the pork)?
I want to make Shanghai Soup Dumplings (Xiaolongbao) but without pork (I know, I know...I'm ruining them already). What would be the best alternative to use for the filling? Does anyone have a good recipe that could be modified? [more inside]
posted by a.steele at 5:45 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by a.steele at 5:45 PM PST - 18 comments
htaccess redirect problem
Newbie .htaccess problem [more inside]
How to avoid hiring manipulative people
As part of my job, I interview lots of engineering candidates (but the field doesn't really matter). One of my concerns is hiring manipulative personalities (blaming, perpetual victim, passive/aggressive, covert-aggressive, untreated personality disorders, etc). What are the best things to ask to spot trouble ahead of time? [more inside]
posted by ssqq at 5:20 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by ssqq at 5:20 PM PST - 38 comments
Minneapolis Dermatologist?
Can anyone recommend a dermatologist in Minneapolis?
Where is the best place to rent an apartment in Mumbai?
I will be in Mumbai for the month of January but still telecommuting to the US. Where is a good place to find a decent furnished apartment with reliable internet? Or rather, whats the craigslist of india?
STFU, coworkers!
My work area is noisy; often there are several competing conversations going on at once. How do I deal? (Yes, I read the question a week ago.) [more inside]
Dying with honor or dishonor
What were the qualifications for an honorable or dishonorable death in the first century Mediterranean world? [more inside]
Did you keep the 'Windows Media Player 9 For Mac' installer? I need it.
Does anyone still have an installer for Windows Media Player 9 for mac? Yes I know it's discontinued, and I do have Flip4Mac, but I'd also like to have WMP. I have a slow computer, and I remember in the past that the official programme, whilst it was crappy overall and showed videos a bit pixellated, highish res ones played more smoothly than in QT+Flip4Mac...or VLC, or whatever. I'm hoping someone has kept the .sitx file. Anyone? It will run on a PPC Leopard system won't it?
posted by Deor at 4:23 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Deor at 4:23 PM PST - 7 comments
Knockoff Nunchuck
Is there a mouse that works like a Wii nunchuck? [more inside]
posted by kittensofthenight at 3:10 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by kittensofthenight at 3:10 PM PST - 10 comments
I'm a PC person- wondering if I should I buy a Macbook Pro?
I've been generally a loyal PC user, but I'm thinking about getting a 13" 2.66GHz Macbook Pro. I'm looking for a lightweight and sturdy laptop to carry from class to class. For my purposes, is this the right laptop for me? [more inside]
Milk, Milk Lemonade
Can a relatively low-sugar diet cause constipation? Lots of TMI and perhaps NSFW within... [more inside]
what to do during vacation
I have 3-4 weeks of vacation time left for the reminder of the year. What should I do during that time? [more inside]
Coding Practice
Programming Filter: I'm applying for software jobs, but I don't want to forget what I know. How should I practice to keep my skills sharp? [more inside]
What would a dog actually mean for me?
How much work is a dog? [more inside]
Justice With Style
Where can we find awesome posters & prints that are dedicated to public health and social justice themes? [more inside]
Because there were 12 Apostles? Really?
Why twelve jurors? Why not eleven, or thirteen? My google-fu has only uncovered suggestions that it is because there were twelve apostles. I can't find a reliable source for that and it seems odd. Does anyone know?
posted by bearwife at 1:54 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by bearwife at 1:54 PM PST - 16 comments
Need a place to hang out in Orlando
So my brother in Cape Canaveral and I in Tampa are planning to meet in Orlando once a month or so to hang out play an RPG game. Anyone know a good place twhere a small group could get together (some others might join us) that are open till at least 10-11pm? Coffee/tea shops, gaming stores, etc - I'm preferably looking for personal opinions since there is only so much you can get from Google Maps :)
Which is the best bank to use in New York City?
Which is the best bank to use in New York City? [more inside]
Movie in which youth change the world (for the better)
I need an uplifting movie about young people engaged in social justice. [more inside]
Gooey tea leaves. Ick.
What could cause a gooey gummy residue left in my tea leaves after making oolong tea? [more inside]
posted by a sourceless light at 1:06 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by a sourceless light at 1:06 PM PST - 6 comments
Help me cancel my trash pick up!
How can I get rid of my trash? My garbage pick up service has raised their prices and I cannot afford it. I am sure that there is a solution that I am not thinking of. [more inside]
posted by futz at 1:04 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by futz at 1:04 PM PST - 33 comments
Low cost Windows Server 2003 Backups
Low cost backup solutions for Windows Server 2003? [more inside]
Is this menopause?
Is this menopause? [more inside]
Secure streaming of live video, 24/7, pre-existing camera infrastructure. Can this be done?
Secure streaming of live video, 24/7, pre-existing camera infrastructure. Can this be done? [more inside]
A No-Regrets Lip Protectant, Balm, or Gloss
Dear reader:
What's a lip balm good for biking that won't hurt my lips over time? [more inside]
posted by mostlybecky at 12:10 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by mostlybecky at 12:10 PM PST - 31 comments
Can a bad Apple be saved?
When trying to get a Macbook repaired, how is the BEST WAY to make a stink without being an asshole? [more inside]
Help me choose paints colors for my kitchen
If you had to paint this room, both the top and bottom parts of each wall and the cabinents, what colors would you choose?
How many people are talking about #X?
Is there a (preferably free) service that lets you get a count of number of tweets by hashtag for a specified date range? Being able to also get a number of unique users tweeting about a hashtag would also be helpful.
Help me enter a contest to meet Billy Dee Williams.
Is there a robust world holiday calendar?
This metafilter post got me wondering - is there a robust website with all of these kinds of obscure world/national holidays?
Is there an inn with all-glass ceilings (for stargazing)?
Is there an inn or bed-and-breakfast somewhere in the Southwestern USA with the distinguishing feature that (some of) its rooms' ceilings are largely or entirely glass (or, at least, contain enormous skylights)? [more inside]
posted by hoople at 10:49 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by hoople at 10:49 AM PST - 7 comments
When was the last time your boss actually asked you to detect a cycle in a linked list?
Help! I'm really really bad at computer programming interviews. Unfortunately ... I'm a computer programmer. [more inside]
posted by coelacanth! at 10:49 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by coelacanth! at 10:49 AM PST - 31 comments
The strong, silent type does not compute.
He asked for a break until we see eachother again in six weeks. That's coming up this weekend. Having a hard time getting perspective and feeling out how to approach the meeting. [more inside]
posted by lizbunny at 10:37 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by lizbunny at 10:37 AM PST - 12 comments
Seeking SimpleNote-Style Offline Tools for Google Docs
Looking for offline front-end or sync tools for Google Docs that are similar to those for SimpleNotes. [more inside]
"Vomitin' when runnin' means yer winnin'!!"
Better late than never? I just finished my bi-annual Personal Fitness Assessment for the military and really need a "game plan" for getting a better passing score next spring. [more inside]
Returning to school without being in debt for life
Asking for my best bud here in Phoenix: Are there scholarships/grants, etc., available for non-traditional students (who are also the first in the family to attend college?) If so, where would I find information? [more inside]
posted by notjustfoxybrown at 10:16 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by notjustfoxybrown at 10:16 AM PST - 13 comments
I'm picking up bad vibrations...
Very annoying noise in monitor speakers following connection of external firewire sound card to new Mac Book Pro. Is it "ground hum"? Don't think so. [more inside]
Is wifi in schools a bad idea?
I've been doing some talking and thinking about WiFi in my community, and someone recently brought up the issue of wifi in schools. Apparently, parents want wifi to be banned in schools because after the introduction of wireless networks, their children are showing strange symptoms.
Does anyone know of any evidence or studies done on this? [more inside]
Best use of 3 days in Vancouver in the rain?
Vancouver BC bound...and the forecast calls for storms! Had planned to go birding at Stanley Park, and maybe over to the Reifel refuge near Ladner, but if the weather is blowing umbrellas inside-out, that might not be the best use of our three days up there. What's going on up there this weekend in particular? (we leave from Seattle this evening.)
Do they get away with it?
I'm curious what happens after I dispute a visa charge? [more inside]
Honey, I shrunk your hoodie...
This question got me thinking: can I unshrink a poly/cotton hoodie? [more inside]
posted by JoanArkham at 8:25 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by JoanArkham at 8:25 AM PST - 3 comments
Where's my mail?
I am missing four weeks of mail by virtue of the USPS screwing up. Help! [more inside]
posted by griphus at 8:18 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by griphus at 8:18 AM PST - 9 comments
Toronto with kids this weekend
My wife is traveling to downtown Toronto this weekend with 3 girls aged 8-12. Are there any events or activities on that would appeal? Perhaps Halloween related? Interests include fashion, pop culture, animals. Sunday night is spoken for.
posted by canoehead at 8:01 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by canoehead at 8:01 AM PST - 7 comments
Who Am I?
What late 1940s female celebrity am I going to be for Halloween? [more inside]
What are the best books being published in the modern age?
Best Modern Books Filter: Darwin's Origin of Species, Kant's Critique of Pure Reason, Smith's The Wealth of Nations... these books have stood the test of time and should probably be on my bookshelf (only Darwin right now).
What non-fiction books have been published in the past 50 years that will also stand the test of time, that I should definitely own and read, that are classics of their field or, more to the point, any field? Bonus points for books published in the last 10 years.
Mission: Sapling
Where do you plant a tree if you want to be sure you can visit it 50 years from now? How do you go about planting it, assuming a team of two adults? [more inside]
posted by swift at 7:06 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by swift at 7:06 AM PST - 13 comments
Blogging from the wrong side of the Dunning-Kruger Effect
I want to talk about ethics in marketing from an in-the-field standpoint; I think it's an important conversation that nobody's having. But I'm overthinking myself right out of ever doing it. [more inside]
posted by TheFlak at 6:50 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by TheFlak at 6:50 AM PST - 10 comments
How to find cities to move to
How can I find out which cities (in the US or India) would be good places for me to live in? I'm in my mid-30s, single, female, and Indian-American. [more inside]
My Monitor is Still Drunk
My netbook screen goes dark and won't 'wake up' every so often. What is going on? [more inside]
Should I stop sexually fantasizing about my coworker?
I'm married and I have a crush on a married coworker. Should I stop sexually fantasizing about him? [more inside]
What should I do with 50k?
Say you're in your mid-twenties and suddenly have around 50k you want to start investing/saving. How would you go about doing it? [more inside]
You gotta be kidney me!
Lower achy back pain: something actually wrong with the spine or something with the kidneys? I know YANMD and I AM frantically trying to get an appointment, just...anyone else experienced this? [more inside]
Help me get hold of catalogues from overseas
Short of going there myself, what would be the best way to collect, in the UK, a sample of customer magazines and catalogues from other countries? [more inside]
Dealing with Third-Hand Smoke. . .
We live in an old house that has been split into a few apartments. The guy below us smokes and there is a faint smell of smoke in our 16-month old's room. The baby's room is located above the neighbor's office, where he seems to do a lot of his smoking. [more inside]
posted by ajr at 5:16 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ajr at 5:16 AM PST - 8 comments
Getting my Dad to Oz
My father's birthday is coming up and he's always dreamed of going to Australia (he lives in the US). I'd like to make that happen. The catch: I don't know when him and my mother will actually be free in order to take the trip. What's the best way to give him this gift? [more inside]
posted by buddha9090 at 4:41 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by buddha9090 at 4:41 AM PST - 4 comments
I am a stupid Linux user who messed up my netbook.
I am a stupid Linux user: I was cleaning up my netbook's hard drive and somehow trashed keyboard & mouse support. [more inside]
posted by Mutant at 3:54 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Mutant at 3:54 AM PST - 7 comments
These boots are somewhat made for walking.
All purpose 'Hiking' boots that don't look like hiking boots but are somewhat water / snow resistant. [more inside]
Overstaying VISA for just Two Days
I'm about to overstay my Holiday Visa in Ireland for just two days. How much trouble am I going to encounter? [more inside]
posted by gcbv at 1:05 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by gcbv at 1:05 AM PST - 14 comments
October 20
I thought for sure I could balance that way...
After an unfortunate meeting between my face and the floor a couple of nights ago, my teeth are tingly. Is this a bad sign? [more inside]
posted by heyho at 11:51 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by heyho at 11:51 PM PST - 9 comments
I want my Iain M. Banks audiobook
How can I get Iain M. Banks novel Surface Detail as an audiobook in the USA? [more inside]
To seek out new life and new civilizations... and then film them
How can I find a job making my little videos and doing so abroad? [more inside]
If its not ADHD, then what is it?
What effect would you expect to see if a child (a pre-teen boy) who does NOT have ADHD is treated with ADHD meds (Ritalin, Adderall, or similar)? [more inside]
How do I write off my mileage?
Can I write off the extra driving I do for my job? If so, how do I go about doing this? [more inside]
posted by rossination at 9:50 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by rossination at 9:50 PM PST - 6 comments
I have red lentils, 2 limes, and 2 cans of coconut milk.
I have red lentils, 2 limes, and 2 cans of coconut milk. What can I make with these (and other ingredients)? [more inside]
Why so negative?
Why does the sound system show negative db? [more inside]
posted by Hactar at 9:30 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Hactar at 9:30 PM PST - 12 comments
Where to find a laptop that can't get online
Can you point me to online stores where I can buy a laptop computer that does NOT have Internet access? [more inside]
My ADD meds and my heart
Heart arrhythmia and adderall. You are not my doctor, but I was hoping for some anecdotal experiences or help. [more inside]
Help me remember a story!
It's a science fiction short story, from a collection. The main character finds a weird piece of technology in a store or something and works out that it's a video recording from the future. They watch it and it's a police advisory warning of 'Smoots' who can travel in time.
The narrator gets a little freaked but puts a notice in a newspaper seeking 'smoots.. no spoofs'. The tale ends on a Lovecraftian note with a figure in a long coat outside the door.
There's a character in the story called 'High Space Dick Hagger' which is what I remembered (because come on, it's awesome).
I vaguely think it might be Sheckley... but it's not quite witty enough. Help me metafilter!
posted by Sebmojo at 8:58 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Sebmojo at 8:58 PM PST - 2 comments
release liner for surgical tape?
Good Evening! I'm looking for a release liner (similar to the peel off liners that go on the back of band-aids or gift bows) that would stick to the adhesive side of a piece of 2" x 2" surgical tape. Do you have any suggestions as to what type I should use, and if so, where I might purchase it? Thanks much!
Help me teach the First Amendment
Help me teach the First Amendment (to my students, that is- this isn't an O'Donnell Filter) [more inside]
posted by elliss at 8:46 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by elliss at 8:46 PM PST - 19 comments
How can I calibrate my 2G iPod Touch accelerometer?
Sure there is a way I can calibrate my 2G iPod Touch accelerometer.
It is off, big time. No matter the angle, it thinks I'm tilting it way far left. The accelerometer still works, as individual apps with calibration functions allow for recalibration, and those apps work beautifully.
More inside. [more inside]
cake for lazy people
When I lived in France, I used to make a super easy, delicious cake for the kids that involved using a container of yogurt and then measuring all the other ingredients using that container of yogurt. I've totally forgotten how to make this now. Anyone know what I'm talking about or where to find a recipe?
posted by logic vs love at 8:14 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by logic vs love at 8:14 PM PST - 22 comments
A place to stay in St Augustine
I'm going to be in St Augustine FL on Tuesday for one day. I'd like to stay in an interesting/scenic/walkable part of town, and would like recommendations for a hotel.
Hjälp! I need to find a site where I can buy this Team Sweden sweatshirt or other Tre Kronor sweatshirts!
Hjälp! I need to find a site where I can buy this Team Sweden sweatshirt or other Tre Kronor sweatshirts! [more inside]
How to avoid multiple office visits for prescriptions?
I'm prescribed 30mg of Adderall XR for my adhd. I was diagnosed and prescribed it from the psychiatrist that my job's health insurance uses. He says he can only prescribe it to me one prescription at a time.
My high co-pays are adding up and its becoming costly to have to go every time. My doc tries to help by giving me two scripts at a time (one with the correct date and one a month out) but I'm still shelling out a lot six times a year to get my prescribed medication.
I completely understand that Adderall is abused in the US and there needs to be controls on how its dispensed. I wouldn't mind going every six months so he can check up on me and monitor my use of it. Usually our appointments are 15 min chats about my mood and any side effects I may be experiencing. I'm no MD but that hardly seems worth an in office visit.
Has anyone else dealt with this issue? Is there a way around this?
posted by my_thai at 7:24 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by my_thai at 7:24 PM PST - 21 comments
Bench me!
Help me find the perfect bench. I'd like a bench for the entryway to our house. My style tends toward vintage and mid-century modern. What's the perfect bench I haven't found yet, ideally for less than $500? Examples of what I like inside. [more inside]
posted by luazinha at 7:16 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by luazinha at 7:16 PM PST - 9 comments
What would you do with six jalapeños?
We received six jalapeño peppers in the CSA share this week. What should we do with them? Caveats: vegetarian and gluten-free. Dairy's fine. [more inside]
posted by anthropoid at 7:03 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by anthropoid at 7:03 PM PST - 30 comments
Rally to keep my sanity?
What's the best way to commute from downtown Baltimore to Washington DC during the weekend? [more inside]
posted by Geppp at 6:40 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Geppp at 6:40 PM PST - 18 comments
Best quiz maker software
Looking for quiz maker software... [more inside]
Prozac made my depression worse; now I'm scared to try another SSRI.
Prozac made my depression much worse; now I'm scared to try another SSRI. [more inside]
I want to ride my bicycle: What kind should I get? ~200-300 budget.
I moved from WV to relatively flat Richmond, VA. What kind of bike should I get to take advantage of the newfound flatness? ~$200-300 budget. [more inside]
posted by shortyJBot at 5:14 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by shortyJBot at 5:14 PM PST - 9 comments
Best mouse for graphic designer?
What's the best mouse a graphic designer could have? [more inside]
Pepperidge Farm Remem-bars.
I love Goldfish crackers. I love food in bar form. Help me combine these loves. [more inside]
posted by dayintoday at 4:19 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by dayintoday at 4:19 PM PST - 16 comments
How much is company medical insurance?
How much is the average employee contribution to a company medical plan? [more inside]
posted by gfrobe at 4:10 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by gfrobe at 4:10 PM PST - 20 comments
Municipality provides broadband infrastructure; ISPs provide content?
Smart people: I'm trying to understand the issues relating to municipal broadband. It seems to me -- a complete layperson, understand -- that the proper approach here is obvious: The municipality should build out the fiber infrastructure, and leave the provision of services open to private ISPs. What is the current thinking on this issue? [more inside]
What to do with these chicken feet?
What to do with thesed packaged chicken feet? Is there anything special I need to do to prepare them? My daughter is mad-keen to get stuck into one, but given there's no english writing on the pack, I'm not really sure what to do.
Pictures are here and here.
posted by singingfish at 4:02 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by singingfish at 4:02 PM PST - 11 comments
Moving sale
Why do big box stores move, build brand new box stores, the exact same size, in the same neighborhood, what seems like every couple of years? [more inside]
*ZAP*
I just bought a Gardner Bender GET-3213 Voltage Tester. It doesn't seem to work...what am I doing wrong? [more inside]
I need a little webcam, short and cheap
Looking for a unobtrusive cheap webcam to stick on my mid-sized laptop. What are my options? [more inside]
ID this poster.
What is this poster, pinned to the door in the French movie 13 Tzameti? [more inside]
posted by afx237vi at 3:39 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by afx237vi at 3:39 PM PST - 5 comments
Could I have heard 'O Siem' before 1995?
Wasn't the song 'O Siem' around before Susan Aglukark recorded it in 1995? I feel certain that I heard it in the 70s. In case it matters, I lived in Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada as a child from 1971 to 1979, and it was during this period that I believe I heard the song on the radio. The Wikipedia entry for the song credits Aglukark as one of the writers and mentions no other versions. I also can't find any earlier reference on allmusic or via a Google search. Could it have been spelled differently? I think the lyrics were the same. I remember the title phrase being pronounced "oozy-em" and the inclusion of at least some of the same lines as in the chorus of the Aglukark song: "O Siem / We are all family / O Siem / We're all the same". I'm an amateur musician and have a very good music memory. If this is a false memory, it is an incredibly convincing one, and I have not previously (knowingly) experienced anything similar.
posted by dopeydad at 3:38 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by dopeydad at 3:38 PM PST - 4 comments
Question For Naval History Buffs
Naval History Question: In the 1500s/1600s, how did people get from a large boat (ship-of-the-line) onto a smaller boat (e.g., a pinnace)? Was the pinnace hauled up to the deck of the bigger ship? Did people climb down ropes? Walk across planks? Etc. If nobody knows, what's a good resource for me to look it up?
How do I properly use screenshots in a Master's paper?
How do I properly use screenshots in a Master's paper? [more inside]
What should I see, do, eat and drink while I'm in Philly?
Going to Philly for my 30th birthday at the beginning of November. What should I see, do, eat and drink while I'm there? [more inside]
Copyleft my Master's thesis?
Is it silly or futile to try and convince my university to copyleft (rather than copyright) my Master's thesis? [more inside]
Looking for literature that explains explanation
Looking for philosophers/social theorists, both classic and modern, who have written about what it means to "explain" something. [more inside]
Should I move into a month-to-month before finding a long-term place?
I am looking for a place to stay in or near Washington DC - I need to move in by November 1. I have found a place which I could stay for a few months (month-to-month rent) but until I could find something that more closely fits my preferences. Should I go with this place now before it is gone, or should I try to find a place I would be comfortable with long-term within the next week and a half? [more inside]
How can I get aerosol sunscreen off my stuff?
How do I remove aerosol sunscreen from my belongings after it sprayed all over my suitcase? [more inside]
posted by Lifeson at 2:21 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Lifeson at 2:21 PM PST - 5 comments
Can just one non-union individual go on strike?
Can just one non-union individual go on strike? [more inside]
Rock and a hard place, and the hard place cries ALL THE TIME.
I don't know if I can manage this relationship anymore, but the problem is, I've got to. I will attempt to describe this adequately inside. [more inside]
Why are most of the colleges I'm finding for my college formerly all women's schools?
Sarah Lawrence. Vassar. Connecticut College. Skidmore. Goucher. I don't get it. [more inside]
She waited a year to tell me this...
Any suggestions to help my (unemployed, uninsured, high-risk) mother get insurance or assistance with apparent macular degeneration? Difficulty: she's in California, I'm in Oregon and we're both broke. [more inside]
What are some good ideas to boost my income using my free travel benefits?
I've just accepted a desk job with a large airline. What are some good ideas to boost my income using my free travel benefits? [more inside]
Please advise on how to organize an Alleycat style bike event fundraiser for my nonprofit workplace, and how to make it AMAZINGLY FUN.
Please give me some advice on how to organize an Alleycat style bike event fundraiser for my nonprofit workplace, and how to make it AMAZINGLY FUN. [more inside]
posted by ialwayscryatendings at 1:37 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by ialwayscryatendings at 1:37 PM PST - 7 comments
Pop quiz!
I want to create simple quizzes on my website. Teach me, oh MeFi. [more inside]
What, me law school?
What's the outlook for the legal profession in Canada? Is going to law school in Canada as dire a choice as it seems to be in the US? [more inside]
Can't we just get along?
I've had more than a few relationships in life turn adversarial/ oppositional. Now it's happening at work, where I have been (anonymously) accused of acting hostile. How do I work better with people? [more inside]
How To Fix Error 1802 on Lenovo T60
I need to upgrade the WiFi card on my Thinkpad T60. When I try to replace it, I encounter the Lenovo BIOS whitelist which prevents you from booting the PC if you install parts from other suppliers (Error 1802). Does anyone have experience in bypassing this for a T-series Thinkpad? [more inside]
Sound file housekeeping question
A swiss army knife for my audio files. The Aperture of sound. Does it exist? [more inside]
posted by run"monty at 12:29 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by run"monty at 12:29 PM PST - 11 comments
It sounds like "rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrm"
Why did my car start roaring whenever I press the accelerator? Should I be concerned? [more inside]
Teaching demonstration at University level
I have a teaching demonstration at University level tomorrow. This is my first. I have some questions on what to expect from the audience/evalution panel. I heard from another candidate (there are three positions open being managed simultaneously) about her experience on Monday and it sounded like a deliberately hostile audience and interview session. Is this normal or to be expected? [more inside]
posted by The Lady is a designer at 12:24 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by The Lady is a designer at 12:24 PM PST - 13 comments
Lingerie in LA
Mrs. Bartonlong and I are in San Clemente, Ca for a few days and would like to upgrade her lingerie. Please suggest some stores we could visit with a great selection of unusual lingerie and high heels
What are some creative (and inexpensive) ways to temporarily (and only slightly) tint an apartment window?
What are some creative (and inexpensive) ways to temporarily (and only slightly) tint an apartment window? [more inside]
Will I ever be able to run?
Am I just not meant to run? I've tried Couch to 5K twice and gotten tendonitis in my knee after the second week both times. [more inside]
posted by Mavri at 11:39 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by Mavri at 11:39 AM PST - 24 comments
Help me constrict myself into my Halloween dress!
There is a dress that I need to cram myself into on Halloween. It fits everywhere fine except for the waist, which is insanely tight - like can't quite zip up the back insanely tight. Basically I need to be about 1.5 -2 inches smaller in the waist area on Halloween. Help! [more inside]
posted by 8dot3 at 11:29 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by 8dot3 at 11:29 AM PST - 33 comments
All We Like Sheep Are Drawn To Messiah
Help me perform, sing along with, or at least hear a performance of Handel's Messiah in the Chicagoland area this Christmas! [more inside]
posted by Tehhund at 11:28 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Tehhund at 11:28 AM PST - 4 comments
Assisted Living Director Directions
Help my SO achieve his dream of working in an assisted living facility! (Seriously.) [more inside]
Suffering movie amnesia torture
Trying to remember a movie in which a woman meets her mother's (supposed?) ghost while visiting Israel. Help me remember. Please!!!! :) [more inside]
that high school feeling
Songs that evoke high school nostalgia? [more inside]
What do I need to learn in library school before I graduate?
What do I need to learn in library school before I graduate, if I'm not sure what I want to do when I'm done? [more inside]
posted by zoetrope at 9:57 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by zoetrope at 9:57 AM PST - 10 comments
Netbook for Software Developer
I need a cheap netbook for a Windows .NET developer. [more inside]
Motivation for a pre-teen
Practical tips to motivate a pre-teen [more inside]
Go forth and multiply, my tunes!
For digital music distribution, are there any drawbacks to using multiple services like Tunecore, Bandcamp or Nimbit together? [more inside]
The funniest bits of the post-funny Simpsons?
What are the "classic" bits and one-liners from post-classic Simpsons? [more inside]
posted by Sticherbeast at 9:51 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by Sticherbeast at 9:51 AM PST - 25 comments
Show Me The Money
I work full time in the US. A European company wants to hire me as a consultant on a contract basis. How can I minimize my tax burden? [more inside]
what's like shorpy but more amateur, recent, & in color?
photo blog filter: I enjoy the history site shorpy quite a bit, but I also really like the member gallery (button on left side of main page; not sure why my link here isn't sticking), where contributors post family photos and other sorts of everyday images along with the date of origin and some background info, etc. What other blogs/websites do this kind of thing? Which ones do you like? (Interested in 40s-80s U.S. mostly, but some variation is fine.) [more inside]
Help a newbie learn to run!
Calling all running experts: Help a newbie learn to run! [more inside]
Help me not miss this Broadway show!
Is there a site that can email me when a specific play starts selling tickets? Difficulty: it has been announced, but no dates or theater yet. [more inside]
posted by alaijmw at 9:18 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by alaijmw at 9:18 AM PST - 3 comments
Speed graphic flash adapter?
Speed Graphic flash adapter? I'd like to use a modern flash system with an old speed graphic lens - the kind with a two pin flash connection. Google and B&H searches fail me, perhaps because I'm using the wrong terms. Does such an adapter exist?
posted by aladfar at 9:15 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by aladfar at 9:15 AM PST - 4 comments
How to get counseling while unemployed?
How can I seek treatment for possible depression while I'm unemployed? [more inside]
Old hack, new trick?
Netbook/Windows Starter 7 question: What is the filename (and path) for the default, non-changeable background (wallpaper) image? Can I just save what I want as that file and have it use that instead? [more inside]
posted by fiercecupcake at 8:52 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by fiercecupcake at 8:52 AM PST - 6 comments
New York eye doctor help?
Help me find a good eye doctor in Brooklyn or Manhattan. [more inside]
posted by mhz at 8:47 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by mhz at 8:47 AM PST - 6 comments
Are canker sores weakening my immune system?
Are canker sores weakening my immune system? [more inside]
posted by halseyaa at 8:44 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by halseyaa at 8:44 AM PST - 20 comments
Help me identify this book/short story/novella from my past.
ShortStoryFilter: I'm looking for the name of a short story that (probably) appeared in a pulp horror collection from a good number of years back... Arid country, twin princes, Prince A locks B at bottom of a well, B escapes, pulls identifying tooth from (now king) A's mouth, locks A at bottom of well. [more inside]
"Plenty more where that came from"
Is baldness preventable these days? For the past few weeks I've been noticing dozens of hairs falling out of my head every day, and I'm a bit worried. [more inside]
Mean means and modish modes
Statistics! I need to use them at work, but over the past few years numbers seem to make my head spin. Any tips for parsing them? Any recommended books for someone who only scraped a C at GCSE Maths? [more inside]
Making the nomadic lifestyle work. Or making me work for it. Or something.
Can this freelance developer make this nomadic lifestyle thing work (tax and visa questions about Asia especially)? [more inside]
posted by innocuous_sockpuppet at 8:12 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by innocuous_sockpuppet at 8:12 AM PST - 8 comments
10 Shots Over Ice - At Home?
Please help me replicate my daily Starbucks beverage at home: venti cup filled with ice with 10 shots. [more inside]
posted by davidmsc at 7:59 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by davidmsc at 7:59 AM PST - 31 comments
DOE weekly inventory report - Where is it?
Where on http://www.energy.gov/ can I find their weekly inventory reports for crude oil?
Thank you!
A gate and a monster appear -- on the wall!
I'm retooling my Arkham Horror game-board as a vertical, wall-mounted surface, so that I'll actually have room in my apartment for people to play without spending part of their turn sitting out in the hall. Help me figure out the best way to do this effectively, affordably, and awesomely. [more inside]
I wanna be a social animal
I'm leaving college, and I want to know where I can find a sense of community in the 'real world.' [more inside]
Help me think happy thoughts
[Stressed not Depressed Filter] Help me think happy thoughts. I feel like I'm sliding down a slippery slope. [more inside]
Scam phishing for personal data or the greatest apartment find in history?
Scam phishing for personal data or the greatest apartment find in history? [more inside]
Shopping for LASIK providers - what should I know?
What to ask when shopping around for LASIK and/or PRK providers, specifically in Denver area. [more inside]
Looking for books on poetry
Can anyone recommend books of essays on poetry that aren't poetry-writing manuals? [more inside]
Knit two, stab one
Looking for horror films that feature death by knitting needle. [more inside]
posted by dinty_moore at 6:19 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by dinty_moore at 6:19 AM PST - 11 comments
What's the best way to create a removable, reasonably air-tight seal in a large non-square space?
What's the best way to create a removable, reasonably air-tight seal in a large non-square space? [more inside]
posted by JohnFredra at 4:52 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by JohnFredra at 4:52 AM PST - 9 comments
Employee Evaluations
I am writing an article about employment in the U.S. federal government. Where can I find information about what supervisors are allowed by law to tell other government agencies recruiters about their employees, and what they sometimes tell those recruiters that is against the law? [more inside]
Wifi signal keeps disappearing
Wifi keeps disappearing from routers in coffee shop [more inside]
Halloween songs
What are your favorite Halloween themed songs, suitable for an esl class ? [more inside]
posted by nicolin at 3:03 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by nicolin at 3:03 AM PST - 15 comments
October 19
Web software for voting up/down ideas
I want to create a web page that colleagues can use to create short improvement ideas and then have those ideas voted up or down by other users.
Is there a free software package that I can install on a server that would enable us to do this? Bonus points for open source.
I'm sorry some jerk is sending you emails from me
Some spammer is spoofing my gmail account out into the world. What consequences should I be concerned about?
Do people really make friends in yoga and cooking classes?
Do people really make friends in yoga and cooking classes? [more inside]
Hot Air Balloon ride near NYC?
Where can I book a hot air balloon ride near New York City? [more inside]
rellational database alternatives
What is the best method to accomplish the following: Assume a database of every American currently alive. For reason beyond the scope of this message assume are in a relational database and they have record numbers 1 through 310,520,158. [more inside]
The dymaxion projection
I'm looking for some free library shorts or documentaries that I can find online about architecture or Buckminster Fuller or space travel or any of the sort from the 60s through the 80s that are very graphical and would be good to project onto a wall on a short loop as a backdrop for a party. Can you point me to some of these?
archaeological mapping
Who the hell can I trust to give me reliable advice about running shoes? And which goddamn shoes should I buy?
Ok, seriously: Is there any reliable information on running shoes out there? Who the hell can I trust? Every source of information seems either fraught with bias or complete fluff. What's a critical thinker to do? And more importantly, what goddamn shoes should I buy? [more inside]
posted by tweebiscuit at 9:23 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by tweebiscuit at 9:23 PM PST - 24 comments
I want to find that feeling
What was that video of the sad couple on a road trip? [more inside]
posted by miles1972 at 9:12 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by miles1972 at 9:12 PM PST - 4 comments
How to clean a virus off a laptop.
My exchange student's laptop has a virus. Can't connect to the net. Is there some way to download something from my desktop so I can 'boot from CD' or whatever on the laptop?
posted by TheManChild2000 at 8:56 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by TheManChild2000 at 8:56 PM PST - 9 comments
Thanksgiving vacations
What are some quick vacations I can do with my family over Thanksgiving? [more inside]
How Do I Extract Multiple Data and Put Them into CSV Format?
Extract Multiple Data (email, names, dates, and IDs) from a Huge Messy Text File, and Sort Them into a CSV: How do I do this? I've read this on extracting emails, but I can't figure out how to do this with several different data points. [more inside]
posted by darth_tedious at 8:35 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by darth_tedious at 8:35 PM PST - 19 comments
How can I make my video thumbnails start showing up again?
Why aren't my video thumbnails showing? [more inside]
need faux diamond plate material
looking for flexible black plastic diamond tread plate material... [more inside]
Taking sick days makes me feel sick with guilt
How do I stop feeling bad about calling in sick at work when I'm actually sick? I always ended up feeling guilty, like I should have just went and suffered through it. [more inside]
Pregnancy Shaving: It's a jungle [down] there!
Pregnancy Shaving: Running a clean ship when you can't see the deck... [more inside]
(Boston) T-accessible fall daytrip
(BostonFilter) T-accessible foliage daytrips -- where to go? [more inside]
Which writers, critics, academics have written well on the subject of fanfic and slash?
I'm looking for people who have written well about about fanfic and slash. I'd particularly like to find any academics or writers who've researched or written about the phenomenon in depth, including subgenres like mpreg, yaoi, RPS etc. Can you suggest anyone? [more inside]
Waiting All Day for Sunday Night
NFLter: What's your favorite (current) NFL stadium? [more inside]
Scholastic Book Fair filter
Is the Scholastic Book Fair really free or is it a shill? [more inside]
Help me find the perfect murse
Help me find the perfect murse, man-bag or whatever you want to call it? [more inside]
Therapist and psychologist recommendation Swansea
Can someone recommend a good therapist or psychologist in Swansea, Wales, preferably with a background in Asperger's Syndrome? It's important they should communicate by email or text (not just by phone), and it would be nice if they could cope with simultaneous untangling of anxiety/depression, sensory issues, bulimia, seemingly-insurmountable practical problems, a history of PTSD and neglect, and probably a few other things it would be great if they could help me uncover. It would be really helpful if they were also female and gay-friendly.
Thank-you.
(And by 'thank-you' I mean 'please, please help'.)
Connect MSI Wind Top PC to LG LCD TV?
I'm trying to connect an LG 32" LCD TV and an MSI desktop PC using HDMI, and I'm running into a snag. The TV refuses to recognize the PC, and I'm not entirely sure why. Can anyone help me figure out how this is supposed to work? [more inside]
posted by Telpethoron at 5:55 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Telpethoron at 5:55 PM PST - 3 comments
Any advice for CT scans, PCOS, or adrenal issues?
Dealing with possible PCOS, adrenal issues, and CT scans. Any advice? [more inside]
She drinks too much...
I'm seriously fed up with my girlfriends drinking, I can't take this anymore! [more inside]
Behind every great woman... who are history's most supportive husbands?
I'm looking for examples of supportive husbands (or other kind of male lifepartners) through history, men who helped their female spouses achieve greatness. I'm looking for examples from before 1900, any culture and time period before that is fine. [more inside]
posted by Kattullus at 5:17 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by Kattullus at 5:17 PM PST - 35 comments
Apprentice life in Renaissance Florence?
What was it like to be an apprentice in Renaissance Florence? [more inside]
posted by StephenF at 4:25 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by StephenF at 4:25 PM PST - 12 comments
Home Theatre Nerd Forum?
Recommend me an excellent home theatre forum and/or standalone DTS decoder. [more inside]
posted by polyglot at 3:54 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by polyglot at 3:54 PM PST - 5 comments
Is this grounds for DTMFA?
I know I tend to overreact, take things personally and get my feelings hurt easily. I tend to feel abused at times it isn't warranted. I'm working on these things in therapy and improving. But my tendencies make me question my response every time, even when hurt and self-protection might be warranted. Please help me figure out if this is one of those times. [more inside]
Vaping back to freedom.
What are the pros and cons of medicating chronic pain with a vaporizer as opposed to a pipe? [more inside]
Skittleweisen?
Looking for easy / creative recipes that involve beer and/or candy. [more inside]
posted by citywolf at 3:31 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by citywolf at 3:31 PM PST - 20 comments
Is solar water distillation not economically viable for a whole home water supply
Is solar water distillation not economically viable for a whole home water supply? Some friends live outside the city limits and don't get city water. They have a well, but it produces smelly, sulfur (?) water that isn't potable (or at least that isn't desirable). I figured solar distillation would be the way to go, but most stills I've found only produce 3 liters a day. Is there anything that can do 400+ gallons a day that the average US home uses? [more inside]
Help me find a specific book of ghost stories
Book-finder filter: Help me find a book of ghost stories from my childhood. [more inside]
posted by honkeoki at 2:59 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by honkeoki at 2:59 PM PST - 8 comments
Rate my breakfast
I'm trying to improve my breakfast habits in the hope that it will help improve my severe physical and mental fatigue. Tell me how this breakfast sounds to you, and what you would change, if anything. [more inside]
Around the world~♫ around the world~♫ around the world~♫
BucketList preparation: Traveling around the world, what kind of photography equipment would you bring with you? I'm mainly interested in (Canon) lenses, but recommendation for accessories is also welcome. [more inside]
posted by jstarlee at 2:48 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by jstarlee at 2:48 PM PST - 15 comments
WHEN is best time to do homework with 6 year old?
WHEN should I have my six year old first grader do her homework? [more inside]
Is there a term for the phenomenon of unintentionally using an entirely different word when writing?
Is there a term for the phenomenon of unintentionally using an entirely different word when writing? [more inside]
Keeping up my languages
Help me maintain my (fluent) French and (slightly worse) Italian post-graduation in a foreign language-free job. [more inside]
posted by ellieBOA at 2:30 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by ellieBOA at 2:30 PM PST - 16 comments
I miss Riverraid, Police Quest and SMB
I haven't played video games since Sega Genesis and my boyfriend since Playstation 1. We are interested in buying a new game system but have no idea which one, how much they cost and what is needed. [more inside]
How do I help my late-40s boyfriend completely reinvent himself?
My boyfriend is in his late 40s with no career and a Bachelor's Degree in an area he didn't pursue. He's miserable in his current customer service position and he wants to reinvent himself, but doesn't know where to start. Help me help him find the happiness (which right now means job stability) he deserves! [more inside]
I HÄRT LINGONBERRIES
What's the best/most interesting food to be had in the IKEA Food Store? [more inside]
Fine dining in Charlotte, NC
Where in Charlotte, NC, should I take my mom for her 70th birthday? [more inside]
posted by MrMoonPie at 1:44 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by MrMoonPie at 1:44 PM PST - 4 comments
Stop the bleeding!
I need dietary and lifestyle hacks for increasing my blood estrogen levels. [more inside]
Blowing bubbles on a plane
Given a set of points on a plane (or in a bounded region), how do I find the radii of circles centered at each point that provide the best covering? [more inside]
effing pantyliners, how do they work?
I haven't used pads or pantyliners since I was a teenager. Now I want to. Can you help me make them less bad at their job? [more inside]
Advice on visiting a Catholic Church
Dear MeFi Catholics... help...? (possibly UK specific) [more inside]
Bay Area horseback riding where you can actually Giddy-up?
My wife's birthday is coming up and I am looking for recommendations for a horseback riding stable in the S.F. Bay Area. [more inside]
Can the mortgage company file a claim or lien against my mom's assets upon her death?
Can the mortgage company file a claim or lien against my mom's assets upon her death? [more inside]
Thai food for picky eaters
What's the deal with Thai food? [more inside]
Dealing with GF's Relationship OCD
My girlfriend's OCD and anxiety causes her to get stuck in loops of obsessive thought that really mess with our relationship. How can I deal with this better, and can therapy help her? [more inside]
Extract my Saab!
Long shot: This one (amateur?) Finnish cartoonist had a personal web site in the late nineties. The comics were long, and I remember a part in which doctors operated on a man to figure out what was wrong with him, and they pulled out a Saab and Jimmy Hendrix. [more inside]
Both/And?
Does a Carte 12-25 count as a Railplus Jeune? [more inside]
Alternatives to Artec/L'Oreal Colorist?
My favorite color depositing shampoo has been discontinued. What alternatives do I have other than dying my hair every month? [more inside]
posted by Viola at 12:05 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Viola at 12:05 PM PST - 9 comments
Sign Languages to Facilitate Communication in an Institutional Setting
Recently corrections officials at a local prison turned down a proposal from the inmates for an ASL (American Sign Language) program, on the grounds that teaching inmates to communicate non-verbally was a security risk.
This got me thinking: Wouldn't there already be non-verbal languages commonly used in prisons? Gang members, who are well-represented in prison populations, have systems of hang signals, would there be institutional variations? Have non-verbal communication systems been used in other institutional settings, like POW or concentration camps? Obviously, a universal cross-institutional language is unlikely, but any resources, web or book-based dealing with the topic of non-verbal communication in prisons or similar settings would be much appreciated.
Book ID help - sci-fi novel with facial tattoos
It's driving me nuts. Something brought to mind a book, and now I can't for the life of me dredge the title from my brain.
It's a sci-fi novel, set primarily on space stations. People have facial tattoos based off traditional folkloric attributes of animals. One of the main characters is a security researcher who is brought in to investigate a data hack or other computer attack against a station's computers. Is this ringing bells for anyone?
posted by daveqat at 11:50 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by daveqat at 11:50 AM PST - 2 comments
Best option for home wifi infrastructure upgrade
I have narrowed down my home wireless infrastructure upgrade down to two choices, could you help my decide which one is more suitable for my needs? [more inside]
Javascript error
Javascript not behaving as expected with nested for loops. [more inside]
posted by Electrius at 11:35 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Electrius at 11:35 AM PST - 5 comments
How much more expensive is it to get bus or train tickets on the day of travel in the UK?
How much more expensive is it to get bus or train tickets on the day of travel in the UK? [more inside]
Substance to absorb oil remaining in U/G tank?
Oil Tank decommissioning. Some residual oil left in underground tank. Anything I can put in there to absorb this? [more inside]
California law regarding same-sex domestic partners.
Are employers in California required to offer registered same-sex domestic partner health benefits if they offer benefits to married partners? [more inside]
Stupid boobs.
Agony! A discontinued bra style. Help me find a similar replacement! [more inside]
posted by zennish at 11:31 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by zennish at 11:31 AM PST - 5 comments
Is turnaround fair play when it comes to weddings?
Despite my profile name, my wife and I recently celebrated our two year anniversary. Yay! We recently received an engagement party and wedding invitation from a couple that didn't give us a gift for our wedding. Now, we're not sure how to handle the gift situation. Do we get them a gift as we would any other wedding, do we scale down the size of the gift, or do we not give a gift at all? [more inside]
posted by love is a murderer at 11:13 AM PST - 66 comments
posted by love is a murderer at 11:13 AM PST - 66 comments
Why does music sound clearer when I yawn or swallow?
Why does music sound clearer when I yawn or swallow? [more inside]
posted by buckaroo_benzai at 11:07 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by buckaroo_benzai at 11:07 AM PST - 14 comments
How do you get rid of corruption?
Is there good examples of countries which have successfully fought corruption? [more inside]
The great Renminbi caper
Transferring a large sum of money from China to the US: Why would it make sense for my account to be a proxy? [more inside]
Or grow my hands?
Is there a safe way to shrink a pair of leather gloves? [more inside]
Help name my mom's antique business!
Need help with a creative, un-cheesy name for my mom's antique business. [more inside]
posted by click at 10:47 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by click at 10:47 AM PST - 27 comments
How to track the noise riding the radio waves
What's the best way to scour the internet for radio station playlists and then have certain songs appear on a google map? [more inside]
Help me find this poster!
Help me find this poster! [more inside]
I know this word, but my brain thinks otherwise.
TipOfMyTongueFilter: What's the term (or terms) for the gap between intention (or perception) and action? [more inside]
posted by stuck on an island at 10:32 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by stuck on an island at 10:32 AM PST - 9 comments
Is Winclone still the best application to use to clone a Bootcamp partition?
Is Winclone still actively being supported/developed? I need to clone a Bootcamp partition to a new HD and almost everyone says to use Winclone, but the developer's site has been down for the last 24 hours and thus I cannot download the application or investigate any official documentation. Does anyone know if Winclone is still the application to use in this instance, or if there is an alternative that I actually CAN download?
Looking for good thrift stores in Toronto
Looking for good thrift (e.g. Goodwill, Salvation Army, etc) stores in Toronto. [more inside]
posted by jb at 10:26 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by jb at 10:26 AM PST - 2 comments
OMG I can't believe they shoved this on me now.
Bachelor party in Edmonton, help! [more inside]
Traveling in India
What are the best things to do with my family during our trip to Southern India? [more inside]
posted by bove at 10:24 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by bove at 10:24 AM PST - 12 comments
Best external hard drive for a Mac?
Which 1 to 2 TB external hard drive should I buy for an iMac? [more inside]
MOAR PAJAMAS PLZ
Help me find the BEST pajamas! [more inside]
Help me do my own wage garnishing!
What's a good way to automatically sock money away with a bank account (in the US) if you're doing everything yourself? [more inside]
Prepaid cell phone in the US?
Looking for a prepaid phone in the US. [more inside]
My dog just died and I need some answers (lengthy).
My dog just died and I need some answers. She was a 6 month old female stray. About 5 days ago, she became listless and weak - wanting to sleep whenever she could. In addition she felt quite feverish and she suffered from labored breathing - making a wheezing sound with each breath. [more inside]
What should our accountant be doing for us?
Unexpected tax assessment came in the mail. What should our accountant be doing for us? [more inside]
Google Latitude is fallible
How do I tell Google Latitude that my parents' home network has moved location? [more inside]
posted by bent back tulips at 9:04 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by bent back tulips at 9:04 AM PST - 5 comments
What's a lucrative sales career for someone wanting to work independently from home?
What's a lucrative sales career for someone wanting to work independently from home? Preferably something that doesn't require extensive experience in a particular field or technology. [more inside]
Please don't fire me QUITE yet?
How can I minimize the risk of getting fired from my current job when the boss finds out I'm seeking employment somewhere else? [more inside]
Bump
I have a question about a bump on my penis (not a joke). [more inside]
three towns in puerto rico
My girlfriend and I are going to Puerto Rico for nine nights ( 11/21 to 11/30 ). We are thinking of doing a drive around the island, stopping at three different towns for three nights. Does anyone have any suggestions about which towns to visit?
Presumably the first one would be San Juan or somewhere near San Juan since that's where our plane lands. Other than that we are just looking for a pleasant vacation experience and the chance to get a feel for Puerto Rico.
This is a pretty wide open question. If anyone has suggestions/recommendations/ideas for lodging/activities/meals, that would be welcome too. Our first priority though is getting our route planned out.
Thank You!
The economics of advertising the oldest profession
Explain to me the economics of prostitution advertising in Vegas - specifically the people who stand on the street corners on the strip and hand out cards/books with photos & phone numbers. [more inside]
posted by ish__ at 8:52 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by ish__ at 8:52 AM PST - 17 comments
Did newspaper obits ever darken or alter the pupils of the deceased person's photograph?
Book-finder filter: trying to locate a novel that included this weird, probably invented, practice of old newspaper obituaries: the stock portrait of the deceased person is altered to darken the pupils. Intention was to cancel out the reflection from the eyes.
Does this sound familiar to anyone? I've tried searching Gale, Google, and the mssg. board on the Thanatos Archives. [more inside]
send me your best recipes, please
What book should I give to my father-in-law?
Book recommendations for a retired anthropologist? [more inside]
posted by TheGoodBlood at 8:23 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by TheGoodBlood at 8:23 AM PST - 8 comments
OK/effective to use bitter apple around dog's sutures?
Yesterday my now very unhappy and vocal pup was bitten by another dog, the result was a ripped flap of skin that required about 7 stitches to close a 5" wound (front of her rear leg, above the knee. Unhappy husky wants to lick the wound. [more inside]
posted by HuronBob at 8:16 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by HuronBob at 8:16 AM PST - 20 comments
Unhappy Feet needs specific walking shoe advice
With high arches and knees that, all of a sudden, are constantly hurting on the medial side of the joint, I've got to find a walking shoe to help extend the life of these parts. I walk on sidewalks mostly, in the neighborhood. I think a weekly MoTown Dance Party at the local joint is the reason for new knee problems, because I've never had them before all this dancing.
I've had great difficulty finding a shoe made with high arches. Slipping in the "Dr. Scholls" type inserts doesn't do it (they slide around too much) and right now, I can't afford orthotics.
My mom has feet that have all but fallen apart. She's had foot and knee surgery and hobbles around. I don't want to end up that disabled!
Can anyone recommend a good shoe?
Where can one buy size 15AA shoes in the US?
Where can one buy large, narrow shoes (15AA) that will deliver to the US? [more inside]
Icelandic Aurora Borealis in November
A week in Reykjavik in early November and would like recommendations for places to go and things to do.
I'm particularly keen to see the Northern Lights, and would like any suggestions for how best to achieve this. [more inside]
posted by Simon_ at 7:11 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Simon_ at 7:11 AM PST - 16 comments
The original study has been lost
Help me find the source of a common information. A recent blog post on this subject raised my interest in finding the source of an often cited Coopers & Librand study. It seems nobody is able to locate the original. [more inside]
we don't need no stinkin' instant replay
Earlier this summer a couple of sportscasters were talking about a baseball player whose career stats were revised (I think?) years after the fact because a diligent sports nerd went back to the box score, reconstructed the game, and saw that something should have been classified as something else...an error was assigned to the wrong player, or something like that. Who was it? And are there other examples?
HUD mistake.
Just bought a house a couple weeks ago. Evidently, there was an error on the settlement statement (HUD-1) that we all signed and got copies of. Is it a done deal or can the attorney claim we need to come back in and pay more? [more inside]
Online business 101
Online business questions... posting for a friend [more inside]
Windows Mesh won't run on XP... options?
I'm looking for a good solution for syncing files across several computers with several users. Something like Windows Live Mesh, except I can't use that because several of the computers run Windows XP, which Mesh doesn't support. [more inside]
A toe curling experience!
Why do my toes curl when I am experiencing specific emotional/physiological stimuli? [more inside]
posted by asok at 2:53 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by asok at 2:53 AM PST - 8 comments
Los Angeles street/road historical search
Trying to find a web page that allows people to search for info about different streets in Los Angeles, and the results display info on when the street was built and named (usually with a scan of the original document). I had this link a couple years ago, but have since lost it...
Can I use Apple’s Pages app? Or will I have to use something like InDesign?
I want to put together a reasonably simple book of text, interspersed with drawings and a few "full bleed" photos. Is Apple’s Pages app robust enough, or will I have to wade into learning InDesign? [more inside]
Yet another Halloween costume thread: '80s Edition
Yet another Halloween costume thread: '80s Edition. [more inside]
posted by TheSecretDecoderRing at 1:55 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by TheSecretDecoderRing at 1:55 AM PST - 15 comments
What are the two sides of the nuclear power debate?
Nuclear power - environmental pros and cons? [more inside]
posted by sdis at 1:51 AM PST - 43 comments
posted by sdis at 1:51 AM PST - 43 comments
Watching my domain names
What's an easy way to track my domain names? [more inside]
posted by dubadubowbow at 1:46 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by dubadubowbow at 1:46 AM PST - 9 comments
Non-sans-serif
Fontagraphers: I know what a serif is - the little "tail" at the ends of character strokes. Mid-stroke, however, is what? [more inside]
posted by panmunjom at 12:26 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by panmunjom at 12:26 AM PST - 4 comments
October 18
Where can I fix my acer laptop in Osaka?
Where can I repair an Acer Laptop in Osaka? [more inside]
Contemplating on switching my comp sci major to something specifically related to the automotive industry...
Switching from comp sci to automotive. Is it worth it? Also, work ethics and discipline dilemmas are abound. [more inside]
Skinny no more?
BostonGymFilter: Where can I learn proper form for Starting Strength in the Boston area? [more inside]
No dad, I really don't want to pull your ear hair.
How can I tell my dad there are certain things I don't want to do for him without hurting his feelings? [more inside]
A long shot. Do you know this quote that might not be a quote.
Where is this quote from? Is it from anywhere? [more inside]
posted by millipede at 11:00 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by millipede at 11:00 PM PST - 7 comments
A question about a short sale in Delaware.
My sister is going through a short sale in the state of Delaware. She's received two offers. One is fairly conventional, the person will put down 25% and finance the rest. He's offered $120k. The other offer is all cash, as is, no contingencies - but only $93,000. [more inside]
How can I make headway in my love life?
How can I make headway in my love life? [more inside]
Sailing, Sailing away, to where were goin
I was a guest at a sailing club and the Commodore said I could get a flying scot or comparable boat for around $1000. Sailing was fun, fun, fun. What's the best used boat that could hold 6 people in the price range of $1-2k
[The lake is White Rock Lake in Dallas, TX -- pretty small lake]
posted by DB Cooper at 9:23 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by DB Cooper at 9:23 PM PST - 13 comments
Help me reference my thesis!
Please help me find an article or book I would like to use for my literary theory thesis. This is all I know about it:
1) It was authored by two french males.
2) It is about tragedy in 5th century BC Athens.
3) It introduces the phrase 'tragic moment'
4) It is from the 20th century. [more inside]
posted by rigby99 at 9:11 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by rigby99 at 9:11 PM PST - 7 comments
Nuns having fun
Help me put together a Kinky Catholic themed Halloween party. [more inside]
So...how about them Bears?
I need to start calling my mom more often. We are not close. We are both bad at small talk. What the heck do we talk about? [more inside]
Help me realize that my boring entry level job is not a reflection of my self-worth.
Help me feel better about my low-low-level position in academia with anecdotes, advice, or pep-talk about how you need to pay your dues in order to reach a bigger and brighter future. Help me realize that my dull entry level job is not a reflection of my self-worth. [more inside]
posted by lacedcoffee at 8:30 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by lacedcoffee at 8:30 PM PST - 21 comments
How do I handle an FSA audit when I don't have receipts?
How do I handle a flexible spending account audit when I don't have receipts? [more inside]
Thank you gift for flying 3000 miles for my dumb birthday party?
My friends flew 3000 miles to Seattle as a surprise for my 40th birthday party, and I just don't know how to thank them for what it meant to me! Friends: married couple, and the wife's sister (who I've known since she was like 10 and is now 35). They are super-cool and very not-poor and live in Brooklyn and don't need for anything, and I have no clue what I could do/give to express my thanks. [more inside]
posted by tristeza at 8:13 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by tristeza at 8:13 PM PST - 18 comments
Can't Sing but Cast in a Musical
I think I may have bitten off more than I can chew. I am doing a favor reluctantly for a group of friends. I will be performing a small part in a staged musical for a local theater company. Hint: I perform in a wheelchair, have a German accent and show some leg at the end of the play.
I have never sung on stage before. I am really terrified I am going to screw this up. I have held my own in rehearsal but I know I am nowhere near the level of talent of my fellow performers. The show starts Friday and runs for three weekends.
Anyone out there have any vocal exercises I can use to help build my range and confidence?
posted by extraheavymarcellus at 8:13 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by extraheavymarcellus at 8:13 PM PST - 14 comments
I'd buy THAT for a dollar
What's that site or story where a guy keeps trading up and makes a million dollars or something? I recall a story, verrry fuzzy on the details... [more inside]
posted by bunny hugger at 8:08 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by bunny hugger at 8:08 PM PST - 8 comments
Help me get my game on! Or at least fake it. :)
Hooookay. So I've been asked to play in a charity poker tournament. I'm fierce at craps and was a pool shark in my past life so it appeals to me, but I've just never had a weekly poker game or anything... truth is I haven't played poker in years. [more inside]
You Have Chosen Poorly
I know I should have spoken up sooner, but I didn't. Help me live with the consequences. Not life or death (or even remotely close). [more inside]
posted by Leezie at 7:31 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Leezie at 7:31 PM PST - 11 comments
SMTP, Mail.app . and MSN
What are the mail server settings for Windows MSN web based mail account? [more inside]
Save me from myself, Mail.app
I am a Mail.app user with a personal account and a work account. I would like to stop accidentally composing messages for my friends using my work account. Can you please help? [more inside]
Best Halloween Short Stories
What are some of the best truly bone-chilling horror short stories for halloween? [more inside]
How do you use paired comparisons to rank a large set of items?
What strategies give useful aggregate ranking information when asking people to pick a favorite between two items selected at random (or close to random) from a large set of possible items? [more inside]
I'm not playing dress-up with my mother's heels, I swear
Can I make these heels look like they fit me? [more inside]
When should I start to panic about IP addresses?
How will running out of IPV4 addresses affect the average internet user's Web surfing experience? [more inside]
posted by fartknocker at 5:54 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by fartknocker at 5:54 PM PST - 19 comments
Bergans jacket
Help identifying this Bergans brand jacket? [more inside]
Rememberance of Things Past
What do you wish you asked / discussed with your parents whilst you still had time? [more inside]
I'm hoping for help finding sources for particular kinds of porn, mostly hentai/anime/cartoon based.
I'm hoping for help finding sources for particular kinds of porn, mostly hentai/anime/cartoon based. [more inside]
Do I hate my job, do I just hate working, or am I just plain tuckered out?
I need to figure out whether I:
(a) hate my job
(b) hate working, though it's inevitable
(c) am just wiped out mentally from other circumstances in life.
The answer is probably (d) All of the Above, but that doesn't really send me in one direction or another. [more inside]
She's The Bees Knees! 23 Skidoo!
Halloween Snowflake Filter: Friends are having a halloween party with the theme "Dine With The Dead". Everyone is going as a dead celebrity/historical figure. Who will I be? [more inside]
How to deal with a preschooler during a speech-language evaluation?
I'm a new student in speech-language pathology doing my first full evaluation. My client is 3 years old. I happen to be the one who screened her and remember that she's extremely shy and unwilling to cooperate. Any thoughts as to what I could do to 1) get her to go through the necessary tests, 2) elicit a language sample, and 3) get her to open her mouth for an oral mech exam? Failing that last one, any ideas for looking at oral function that make it seem like a game? One person suggested having the child blow bubbles, anything else?
What in the world do I do with coconut jam?
OK, so yesterday I stumbled upon a Filipino supermarket and on a whim I bought a jar of coco jam. It is not quite what I expected: extremely thick, extremely sticky, extremely sweet; like a very solid caramel; not strongly coconutty. I don't think it's going to spread on toast! So: any suggestions for how to use or cook with the stuff?
posted by We had a deal, Kyle at 4:05 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by We had a deal, Kyle at 4:05 PM PST - 10 comments
This is almost as bad as Help Me Name My ______!
I have to decorate my office door for Halloween. Pasting the words "Bah Humbug" over and over is apparently not an option. Please help. [more inside]
posted by mudpuppie at 4:04 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by mudpuppie at 4:04 PM PST - 30 comments
Is academic editing the right job for me?
Just got offered a plum academic editing job, but it would be a strange tangent to my current career path. Help me decide if it's the right direction. [more inside]
DC Birthday Restaurant
DC FILTER: Good place for a 21st birthday dinner (maybe 8 - 12 people) near Washington, D.C./College Park area? Looking for non-chain restaurants, parking/metro accessible, and prices affordable by college student standards. [more inside]
DIY printing job for postcards
I want to print a series of postcards, and my aim is to have them at least look kinda hand-made. (I don't really want to go through the whole process of learning screenprinting.) [more inside]
posted by ism at 3:49 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by ism at 3:49 PM PST - 10 comments
Chicken for babies
Help a pescetarian learn to prepare yummy, idiot-proof chicken. Y'know, for kids. [more inside]
posted by gnutron at 3:44 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by gnutron at 3:44 PM PST - 24 comments
Colors not to wear in the classroom.
Is there data supporting the claim that wearing the color red is a bad choice for teachers in the sense that it negatively affects a student's attention, comfort level, etc.? I know a college professor that never wears red because of this. If so, are there other colors good-or-bad to wear? Can I blame my 6360 angstrom magenta cable-knit sweater on the Is-This-Gonna-Be-On-The-Test day I've been having in my class? Would a brown leg bandanna make my students own the quadratic formula?
posted by klausman at 3:27 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by klausman at 3:27 PM PST - 5 comments
Yet Another What Similar Album Do You Recommend Question :)
Similar Albums to Neutral Milk Hotel's In The Aeroplane Over The Sea [more inside]
posted by fantodstic at 2:54 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by fantodstic at 2:54 PM PST - 39 comments
Am I crazy if I quit my job?
I hate my job, but it pays me well. Seriously, I make more than $130k, have great benefits (paid health insurance, 4 weeks vacation etc). I am very lucky to have landed this position. Without divulging too much more, lets just say that the industry I am in, it won't happen again. I will likely make 35% less anywhere else.
So, I know that no one can truly answer this but me, but am I crazy for wanting to just walk away from it if I truly dislike it? [more inside]
posted by Yunani at 2:47 PM PST - 49 comments
posted by Yunani at 2:47 PM PST - 49 comments
Hot Me Up
Can I heat a sauna with hot stones? [more inside]
IT in social service agencies?
What is the best way for me to become qualified to do IT in social service agencies? [more inside]
Where is the cheapest alignment that will get the job done?
BayAreaFilter: Where can I get the cheapest alignment in Berkeley/Oakland or Mountain View, CA? [more inside]
Word Press Plugin that lets anyone upload but no one download? Securely (SSL)?
Using Word Press as a CMS, we would like to have an (easy) way for any random client to upload a file. [more inside]
No slider bar for contrast...now what?
How can I adjust the contrast on an iPhone 3G? [more inside]
give me hope; do healthy workplaces exist?
what makes a workplace good / healthy for staff? In response to this question and numerous others on the green, plus my own experiences of being relentlessly treated badly by those above, below and around me in organisations; I am curious what are the elements that make a good workplace? What are some examples of such workplaces that I could do my own research on? [more inside]
I hate Halloween theme parties.
A dear friend is throwing a Halloween party. The theme is "Cocktails," as in "dress up as a cocktail/liquor/beer/your alcohol of choice." I hate the theme, but I am being forced to partake. [more inside]
posted by blackcatcuriouser at 1:44 PM PST - 66 comments
posted by blackcatcuriouser at 1:44 PM PST - 66 comments
What GPS works best in a Pacific paradise?
I'm going to be doing remote fieldwork in the Pacific. If you've done remote fieldwork, what GPS did you use and how did you obtain the right maps for it? I've been looking at Garmin and Trimble, but I'd be very interested to hear from mefites what they think would cut the mustard.
posted by Alice Russel-Wallace at 1:13 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Alice Russel-Wallace at 1:13 PM PST - 7 comments
What shall I do with my fridays?
What shall I do with my fridays? I hoarded my vacation days all year and now realize that I have vacation days that must be taken, so I've put in for every Friday until the end of the year. I mostly mean to catch up on sleep and errands, but it also seems like an opportunity to go out and do things. [more inside]
Who is the Asian photographer who takes photos of places with a dead girl in them?
Does anyone know the name of the Asian (I think Japanese) modern photographer who takes photos of places (landscapes, interiors etc) where there happens to be a dead girl on the floor (staged)? [more inside]
posted by AbsoluteDestiny at 12:54 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by AbsoluteDestiny at 12:54 PM PST - 6 comments
Looking for a suitable Chicago/Midwest place to have a really big party. Outside. Unless it's raining.
Looking for an indoor/outdoor venue for our wedding/party in the greater Chicago area, that isn't astronomically expensive, and would offer some pretty scenery, and accomodate my ridiculous desire to dress my dog up as a ring bearer. [more inside]
If You Like It Then You Shoulda etc.
So pretty and gelatinous
I've been on a carnitas kick. My initial goal was to put them in tamales but I've been using the carnitas in tacos, on top of white rice, on gorditas from Trader Joe's, and even adding it to mofongo (instead of pernil). [more inside]
KISS KISS BANG BANG
What are your favorite royalty-free sound libraries? [more inside]
No Book Burning Clubs, Please
Help my mom find her social bearing in the South. [more inside]
posted by haplesschild at 12:01 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by haplesschild at 12:01 PM PST - 13 comments
In Search of Lost Sites
My website was "deleted" from the hosting company's servers. How can I restore it? [more inside]
Contractual legal maxim on silence. Give me the details.
I'm looking for a Latin legal maxim which says something like 'if a contract is silent on a point, it should be assumed that it is silent on purpose, and you should not read terms into the contract'. It is not "sub silentio", and in fact is almost the opposite of it. Can you refresh my memory?
posted by evadery at 11:31 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by evadery at 11:31 AM PST - 8 comments
Why can't I buy real space food from Amazon? They even have berets for ferrets.
The International Space Station apparently has an extensive menu of food choices, which I assume are manufactured by private contractors in various countries. So why can't I order real space food online? [more inside]
Ok to Dry Clean? If so, Phoenix Specialty Dry Cleaners?
Dry cleaning a 60 year old wedding dress and 65 year old Navy uniform - OK to do? [more inside]
How to interview for un-dream job
I have an interview next week for a job I desperately don't want (or at the very least do not feel qualified for). I need a job. How to prepare? [more inside]
How Can I Fight City Hall?
How can we keep the police from giving out arbitrary and illogical tickets on our block? [more inside]
ugh.
Is my job in peril? Should I be searching for another one? Why do I suck so much? These questions and so many more, answered after the jump! [more inside]
The "Guys" of Cerebus
Who is being parodied in Guys, the eleventh volume of Dave Sim's Cerebus? [more inside]
posted by twirlip at 10:45 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by twirlip at 10:45 AM PST - 3 comments
Panasonic TV & Nvidia card problem
Need help configuring computer and plasma tv connection. My new TV is not working with my computer. [more inside]
posted by JohnE at 10:36 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by JohnE at 10:36 AM PST - 4 comments
Back in the (Covariance) Saddle Again
I used to be a statistician. Now I work in Health Care IT. Help me unleash my inner RA Fisher and return to the land of skewness and kurtosis. [more inside]
How can I sanitize the subject line of my Gmail?
Is there a Gmail tool that will automatically change the subject line of certain incoming emails, in order to enhance privacy? [more inside]
No me gusta
I got invited to a "racial stereotype" Hallowe'en party. Umm, what?
I don't like this idea but am not sure how to proceed. [more inside]
Seeking classical cliché music for toil
I am looking for a classical music piece, or snippet, connoting "toil" or "hardship", and I think it's Russian or at least Eastern European. [more inside]
posted by everichon at 10:13 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by everichon at 10:13 AM PST - 4 comments
A thermos to keep coffee fresh and hot
I hate fast instant coffee. I will be traveling by car from Toronto to Montreal. There are lots of stops where one can get Tim Hortons or McDonald's instant coffee. Unfortunately/fortunately I don't like their coffee. I can make good coffee at home.
What type of thermos can keep it fresh and warm for a good portion of my trip?
Grey Man Group
Ideas for a Halloween costume incorporating a gray zentai suit. [more inside]
How to open this file?
I'm trying to install Temptation Blocker with my very rudimentary computer skills. I'm having trouble opening and running the file. [more inside]
posted by pintapicasso at 9:49 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by pintapicasso at 9:49 AM PST - 1 comment
Help me find this please!
Another help-me-find-this-book question -___- When I was younger, like 9, I found a bunch of thin little paperback books in a bookstore in the mall. They were only about $1 each and were renditions of Heidi, Cinderella, etc. The most distinctive aspect was that the illustrations were anime-style! [more inside]
posted by joyeuxamelie at 9:47 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by joyeuxamelie at 9:47 AM PST - 9 comments
What goes in a good rehab care package?
What are some good books / music / gifts for when you get out of rehab? [more inside]
Yellow-Tinted Night Vision Sunglasses? WTF?
Yellow-tinted night vision sunglasses? Do these things actually work as advertised?
I gave myself an Apple, but now it's lost...
How can I find the 1 share of Apple stock I bought about 20 years ago? While the press was proclaiming the death of Apple, I bought one share to show my support (!). I could barely run a computer, much less the internet, but somehow I made an online purchase. I now have NO info about it. Any thoughts on how I could track this down? Thanks, smarties!
posted by largecorp at 9:20 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by largecorp at 9:20 AM PST - 11 comments
It never rains when you bring an umbrella, right?
How do we get personal liability/umbrella insurance in California, possibly without getting renter's insurance (which we don't need)? [more inside]
posted by The Toad at 9:19 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by The Toad at 9:19 AM PST - 11 comments
Getting Glandular with Lacey
Does anyone have experience with slightly low thyroid levels in their dog? [more inside]
posted by Danf at 9:08 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Danf at 9:08 AM PST - 6 comments
Does going with an independent investor hold any hidden risks?
Our Investor is going independent. Anything I should be aware of before following him? [more inside]
What you hear when you're depressed
When you were in the midst of deep depression, painful painful fear...were there words, stories that helped, even for just a moment? [more inside]
Our battered suitcases were piled on the sidewalk again; we had longer ways to go.
What is the one thing you would like to do in Europe if money wasn't an issue? [more inside]
iPad data plan + At&t compatible android + prepaid voice = ?
I hardly talk on the phone any more, when I do it's usually only a few minutes (last bill I used 60 of an available 500). So I could probably make do with a prepaid plan. However, I use data all the time; email, Google calendar, etc.
Now many people out there have put the iPad data plan to use in assorted Android phones, granted that was before the AT&T unlimited cutoff.
But has anyone done it after? Split voice and data to two devices? Is the slight hassle worth it?
I'd use google voice to direct calls and such, wifi at work, home, many places I frequent so I'm not to worried about going over the 2 GB limit.
Anyone out there with first hand experience?
posted by tropikal at 8:52 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by tropikal at 8:52 AM PST - 5 comments
What are some ideas for little knitted and felted wares?
What are some small, knitted or felted goodies that will prove to be popular at an upcoming (Christmas) craft sale? [more inside]
Auto loan error in bank's favor.
My wife and I bought a car five years ago and signed a contract for a five-year loan that should be paid off this month. However, the bank erroneously set up a a six-year loan and we were initially too careless/naive to realize our monthly payment was lower than it should be (and later it was "just the amount we always paid"). Are we stuck? [more inside]
posted by JeremiahBritt at 8:42 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by JeremiahBritt at 8:42 AM PST - 14 comments
Botulism (Hypochondia) Freakout
Paranoid filter: I ate one bite of a pumpkin butter that was given to me as a Christmas gift last December. Should I fear botulism? [more inside]
posted by tacoma1 at 8:41 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by tacoma1 at 8:41 AM PST - 18 comments
Building a Camera Trap for wildlife photography.
I'm thinking about building a home made camera trap, to photograph the wildlife around my house.
I've got a couple old cameras lying around, the newest being a Canon Powershot, and rather than spend a huge amount of money for a prebuilt camera trap, I'd like to convert one of these.
Does anyone have any information on doing this? Am I better off just buying something pre-made, or can I construct something myself?
posted by Stagger Lee at 8:34 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Stagger Lee at 8:34 AM PST - 9 comments
One Book Of McCool's
Where can I find a copy of the complete Fenian Cycle that's readable online, and/or what is the best translation of the Cycle, even if not online? [more inside]
posted by AzraelBrown at 8:29 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by AzraelBrown at 8:29 AM PST - 1 comment
Am I out of line to ask my neighbor to go smoke somewhere else if I can smell his smoke at my house?
Am I out of line to ask my neighbor to go smoke somewhere else if I can smell his smoke at my house? [more inside]
Televisions and kitties don't mix
How can I prevent my cats from destroying my new LCD tv? [more inside]
posted by kerning at 7:54 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by kerning at 7:54 AM PST - 13 comments
Should I use Windows 7 or Server 2008 R2 for my home theater pc?
Should I use Windows 7 or Server 2008 R2 for my home theater pc? It will also function as a server. [more inside]
Law & Policy Law & Society book recommendations
Your best recommendations for well-researched, well-argued books addressing issues of poverty, sentencing, crime and drug policy in the U.S. in the last ten years? Mass market or academic press are fine. [more inside]
Interdisciplinary PhD including philosophy
Suggestions on interdisciplinary PhD programs? [more inside]
posted by roast beef at 7:21 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by roast beef at 7:21 AM PST - 18 comments
Not Enough Applicants For Library Position
Interviews for a job I really, really want postponed because there were "not enough applicants." Help me understand this and maximize my chances. [more inside]
show me the money?
So, my awesome great aunt passed away, and she left me a bequest! It's coming this week. Snowflake: She was Canadian, I am an American citizen resident in the UK. It's a Canadian cheque, how long will it take to clear and will I have to pay US or UK tax on it, or both? [more inside]
I'm self-employed, and looking for a formula for dividing up my income.
I'm self-employed, and looking for a formula for dividing up my income. I am currently in the UK, and just about to file my first tax return since I've been here. Once I know what tax will actually cost me in this country, I would really like to have a sense of where the rest of my money should go. [more inside]
posted by wingless_angel at 6:58 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by wingless_angel at 6:58 AM PST - 2 comments
heating oil for an old house
I live in the Maryland suburbs of DC, and I recently bought a old house here (Mt Rainier). The house is heated with radiators and heating oil, and I need to refill the oil (there was only about 5 gallons left from the seller). Any suggestions on where and who to have refill the oil? It's my first time doing this.
What should I do about an assault five years ago?
I was assaulted five years ago. I was a senior in high school. I "forgot" about it until recently, and now I can't stop thinking about it. What should I do now? [more inside]
Previous job's toxic work environment has infected me, help me reprogram and get healthy and happy
I'm starting a new job and my previous job has a terrible, toxic work environment. I tried to avoid getting infected, but it has effected me and I need help re-programming myself to be a happy, healthy, positive, collaborative co-worker. [more inside]
My head feels like a ticking time bomb
My brain goes haywire when I try to do certain tasks. I feel either like screaming or having a lobotomy. Psychiatrists shrug their shoulders at me. What's going on? [more inside]
"Wah-Kom-Sin-Teek" is Navajo for "Starving Artist"
Should I upgrade from a Tablet PC to a Cintiq 21UX? [more inside]
Multiple responses, new responses, in Access?
MS ACCESS question (or maybe not?): I need to enter data from hundreds of marketing-type surveys. Most of the questions are free-form, but lots of people give the same answers. How can I make this easy for myself? [more inside]
Recovering data from Time Machine volume, without the original mac.
How do I recover stuff from a time machine backup, without the original computer. [more inside]
posted by pompomtom at 5:28 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by pompomtom at 5:28 AM PST - 5 comments
Photography for Dummies
Any advice for a beginner to film photography? [more inside]
Help Me Level Up.
JobFilter: None of the advertising (boutique) agencies in my city are looking for interns. What are other internships or activities I can do that will build my resume and help me to enter the industry as a creative? [more inside]
Marry again in the U.S. or transfer the marriage?
Is it easier / better to marry my Spanish wife again in New York or register our Spanish marriage with the U.S. Embassy in Spain? (we live in Spain). More inside.... [more inside]
American grammar textbooks
Are there grammar textbooks at the middle school and high school (or even elementary school) levels that incorporate any of the developments in understanding of English grammar that have been made in the past several decades? [more inside]
back seeks stable lying
I am suffering through Insufferable Mattress Syndrome and it's taking a toll on my back. I am doing downward-facing dog and some other back-happy yoga routines morning and night but it doesn't seem to be really helping. Can anyone suggest a mattress topper that would offer a little more oomph for a single bed that is also available in Great Britain? I can't get rid of the mattress...
October 17
Quiting by Email
I need to resign my job sometime on monday - I'm taking a position at another company. Through contracts and sub-contracts, I have at least 3 different "bosses" who work at three locations - I only sit at the same location as one boss (one of the others is fairly accessible). Is submitting a resignation by email to the off-site bosses acceptable to mainstream north american business etiquette? [more inside]
posted by Deep Dish at 11:30 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Deep Dish at 11:30 PM PST - 11 comments
Comparison of different green energy solutions
Comparison of carbon reduction/energy efficiency/ cost-benefit of rain water tanks V solar heating V waste water reclamation? [more inside]
How to call the U.S. from Mexico while on vacation?
I will be going on vacation to Mexico and need to remain in contact with my family. What are some ways to call the U.S. from Mexico? [more inside]
I swear, if I hear "So what's your major?" one more time...!
I'm sure other people have this problem: What to talk about the SECOND, or THIRD time you see a person you've met? [more inside]
Sex, drugs, and rock'n'roll baby gear
I need to have the perfect personalized rock 'n' roll onesie made for my friend's baby! It may involve Etsy, but it may involve something else. You can help me on this score. [more inside]
You can't transfer my bag, or you won't transfer my bag?
My flight from Toronto to Newark a couple of days ago was canceled, and when I asked whether I could be put on a flight to LaGuardia or JFK instead, I was told that they couldn't transfer my bag from one flight to another -- that I would have to pass back through customs to the ticketing area to retrieve my bag, and then go through customs and security again. (And in order to do that, I'd also have to return my duty-free items and re-purchase them.) [more inside]
posted by cider at 7:14 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by cider at 7:14 PM PST - 9 comments
Balancing dreams and happiness.
Have you given up on a dream of being a doctor, but continued to work in the medical field? Tell me how you handled it and how you avoided the "I wish I'd gone to medical school" woes. [more inside]
Help me identify this vest, please!
I found this cool, possibly old, possibly Turkish vest. Could you help me identify where it's from / when it was made or point me to other resources that might be of assistance? [more inside]
Space Coast, coast to coast.
How do we get around the Space Coast/Melbourne/Titusville? [more inside]
Pacifier Pacifier Portends Peaceless Prostration
Our 4.5 month old wakes 5-8 times in the night loudly requesting that his pacifier be re-inserted. I'm tired. Help me. [more inside]
posted by kristymcj at 6:35 PM PST - 51 comments
posted by kristymcj at 6:35 PM PST - 51 comments
Health insurance is expiring and I haven't really done my homework
I'm a 23 y/o male, living back and forth in PA and NJ. I'm looking to buy my own health insurance of some persuasion, and I need lots of advice. I have no known health issues, and I've been slightly underemployed as of late. Thanks! [more inside]
posted by null14 at 6:35 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by null14 at 6:35 PM PST - 6 comments
Strange OSX Crash...
MAc OS X 10.6.X Won't boot PLEASE HELP!!! So the MBP17 (Late 2009) crashed while watching netflix in FF3.x I thought no problem, just reboot and watch the next episode...Oh how wrong I was, now it won't boot. Details after the jump. [more inside]
posted by AnOrigamiLife at 5:58 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by AnOrigamiLife at 5:58 PM PST - 8 comments
Why am I waking up at 3?
What should I do about this particular form of insomnia? [more inside]
posted by enzymatic at 5:41 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by enzymatic at 5:41 PM PST - 27 comments
Tenth Anniversary show?
For the life of me I cant find the This American Life tenth anniversary show on the TAL website where Ira Glass replays and comments on the first ever TAL, and google fails me. Any ideas?
Cookware in pieces
We're getting married, and we're registering at Bed, Bath and Beyond for the usual housewares, but we need advice about cookware. [more inside]
Trust? How to give it freely?
Any advice on how to give trust freely and not get caught in the cycle of waiting till others earn trust? [more inside]
Salary range for planning/analyst jobs?
Asking on behalf of a friend: what's the salary range for an analyst or entry level urban planner without credentials in the San Francisco bay area? [more inside]
Shiva me Timbres!
Sorry for the worst headline pun ever.
Are female Bollywood singers trained to develop that unique high-pitched nasal singing voice, or is it because of the natural timbre of their voice that they are selected to become Bollywood singers? [more inside]
Jaws Parody? Scuba Diver Cellist?
Friends are looking to find a video they describes thusly: "a video clip of a bassist (or cellist) playing the jaws theme, sitting on a chair in the ocean as the tide rolls in." I can't find it. Can you help? [more inside]
posted by pixiecrinkle at 4:07 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by pixiecrinkle at 4:07 PM PST - 4 comments
Wanted: Means to Make Restitution
Help me pay off debts I incurred in the US 10 years ago. I've been living abroad ever since. [more inside]
Divorce Attorney in Austin TX
Seeking recommendations for a divorce lawyer in the Austin, TX area. [more inside]
How can I get my 2 year old to wear shoes?
My 2-year-old will not wear socks or shoes. What can we do/buy to work with him on this? [more inside]
[TexasFilter] In Texas, do I need to charge someone sales tax if I make them a website?
In Texas, if I do freelance web design or web development for a client directly, do I need to charge them sales tax? [more inside]
posted by Eastgate at 3:47 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Eastgate at 3:47 PM PST - 2 comments
How do I motivate my boyfriend?
I love my boyfriend and want to build a life with him. He is stuck in a low wage dead end job and seems unmotivated to change this, while my career is just starting to get off the ground. I am confident and excited about the near future, but I'm afriad that my worries about his future will destroy our relationship. [more inside]
How do I reverese Firefox's default handling of animated GIFs?
Anyone know of a way to get Firefox to disable animated GIFs by default, then enable them by pressing the ESC key? [more inside]
The Zookeeper's Hippopotamus Oath?
What other professions and trades besides the medical profession's Hippocratic Oath have charters, mission or oaths that guide their ethical behaviour? [more inside]
ProVent sleep apnea feedback
[ApneaFilter] Have you or someone you're close to tried this Provent nasal appliance for sufferers of sleep apnea? Your experiences and recommendations would be most welcome, as would any alternatives that do not require electrical current during the sleeping period...
Why do I keep finding severed rat's heads and tails outside my apartment?
Why do I keep finding severed rat heads and tails outside my apartment? [more inside]
posted by damn dirty ape at 1:47 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by damn dirty ape at 1:47 PM PST - 25 comments
[NOVA Filter] Please recommend a therapist who specializes in relationships or women's issues in the Northern Virginia area.
[NOVA Filter] Please recommend a therapist who specializes in relationships or women's issues in the Northern Virginia area. [more inside]
Sleek, Mid-Century Accomodations in the Hill Country?
[TexasFilter] Charming but chic hotel in the Texas hill country? [more inside]
You're like a fixed gear bike, fun to ride and hard to stop
For Halloweeen I'm going to be Valentine's Day and pass out homemade Valentines to people. I need a lot of repurposed pick-up lines and dirty jokes and terrible puns for the cards. Think "I CHOO-CHOO-CHOOSE YOU!" for drunken adults. [more inside]
What doctor can talk with me about tics?
What kind of doctor, other than a psychiatrist, should I go see about tics? Onset age 18 or so. [more inside]
Is there a list that ranks which industries people trust the most?
Is there a list somewhere that describes which industries are rated highest in public opinion? [more inside]
posted by zooropa at 12:20 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by zooropa at 12:20 PM PST - 8 comments
Smallest VR / IS prime lens for Nikon?
What is the smallest Nikon (or compatible) image-stabilization lens?
My search results seem to indicate it is this: Nikon 18mm - 55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX (VR) Vibration Reduction Wide Angle Autofocus Zoom Lens, which is a VR version of the kit lens on a D40. [more inside]
Books about the Indian Emergency?
Can anyone recommend a non-fiction book about the Indian Emergency period (1975-1977)? I know Rushdie's Midnight's Children uses it as a backdrop but I was looking for a more analytical non-fiction take.
posted by UncleBoomee at 11:16 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by UncleBoomee at 11:16 AM PST - 5 comments
Ethnic conflicts in China
This-is-a-long-shot-filter: I'm just beginning to do a study of Muslims in China, a subject I find extremely interesting. Specifically, I'm looking at the Hui minority, histories of violence among Muslims in China, current ethnic tensions between the Hui and other ethnic identities, and conflict between the Hui and the Chinese government. Looking for personal accounts, opinions, and thoughts that can lead me further into research. [more inside]
How long is too long to wait for water?
[TenantsRightsFilter] I know that landlords and property management companies are required to provide hot water, but is there a time frame associated with this hot water? [more inside]
posted by sacrifix at 10:56 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by sacrifix at 10:56 AM PST - 23 comments
Paper Cut
Any tips on starting some intricate paper cuts? [more inside]
Less known but tasty drinks?
(DrinkFilter) I just found out how awesome Aloe Drink is. What other tasty drinks have I been missing out on? [more inside]
Help me do my job with minimal effort
I have two txt files with single-word lines. How can I create an automated script that will find lines that match between the two, and append a number to the end of the line for each word in one of the files? [more inside]
posted by Aiwen at 10:36 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by Aiwen at 10:36 AM PST - 19 comments
How to entertain younger visiting relatives?
I need activities for the next two weeks for visiting relatives in the Bay Area. A 16-year-old girl (who will turn 17 during the visit) and a 9-year-old boy need to be entertained, either together or separately. [more inside]
How do you avoid getting buried by all the references' references' references' references?
I have a question about optimum levels of reference and avoiding getting snowed under by an avalanche of references. My question is clumsy because I am unsure what this is even called. [more inside]
How to export Outlook PST mail archives to a text format
How do I export Outlook .pst mail archives to a text format for backup purposes? [more inside]
posted by snarfois at 10:15 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by snarfois at 10:15 AM PST - 7 comments
sudo apt-get me a little help here, people?
Can the Belkin play USB wireless card work w Ubuntu & if not recommendations? [more inside]
Talented dressmaker in Boston area?
Where, within an hour of Boston, MA, can I have a custom dress (not an alteration) made? [more inside]
Are there French subtitles for Withnail & I?
Will my French friend ever be able to watch Withnail & I? [more inside]
Honda Civic 2006 - good? bad?
2006 Honda Civic - how common are its reported problems? [more inside]
posted by waterandrock at 9:20 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by waterandrock at 9:20 AM PST - 14 comments
Lease new or buy used?
Buy a used car or lease a new car? Key consideration: significant uncertainly as to whether we will want/need a car in about 2 years. [more inside]
Rum Punch Recipe or Ingredients from an Excursion in the Bahamas
Need a recipe or ingredients for a creamy-tasting rum punch my wife and I enjoyed while on a snorkeling excursion in Nassau, Bahamas. [more inside]
I've seen the Bridge.
Get Me Out Of My Travel Rut: My tour takes me to the beatific city of San Fransisco soon and while I visit about once a year, I usually end up going to same places/doing the same things. What's terribly new in SF? What are the fresh must-see shows, restaurants, nightspots, stores, or Things To Do. Ideally I'm looking for things/places that have opened within the year. Will have a car and able to make day trips out into the environs. [more inside]
LaTeX help for total newbie
There's a font issue driving me insane in TeXnic: "NFSS system isn't set up properly" . Can someone please help me resolve this? [more inside]
posted by mateuslee at 6:22 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by mateuslee at 6:22 AM PST - 7 comments
Youtube to Mp3
Youtube to Mp3 filter: How can I quickly and easily save a whole PLAYLIST to my computer? [more inside]
Poem illuminating count and non-count/mass nouns
Is there a short, lovely, simple poem I can give to ESL students that contains significant examples of English 'count' nouns (basic stuff you can count) and 'non-count' or 'mass' (concepts, feelings, liquids) nouns? [more inside]
posted by amtho at 6:10 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by amtho at 6:10 AM PST - 13 comments
Atheist Substitute for the Bible?
What's a good atheist substitute for the Bible? I'm looking for something I can read periodically that encourages me to step back from all of the hecticness, and to think about how to lead a good life and how to be a good person. It doesn't have to be infallible, just something that helps me to think about what's important. Accumulated wisdom, explained simply, is a bonus. [more inside]
Short term rentals in Thailand & SE Asia
My girlfriend and I are trying to find information on short term rentals in South East Asia. [more inside]
World War 2 books? Rommel is something I'm interested in
WW2 books? Especially looking for anything that features a good amount of material on Rommel, though that is not required. Hoping to do a two-person book club sort of thing. [more inside]
CALL ask_metafilter();
I think MySQL procedures and temporary tables are the bee's knees - am I Doing It Wrong? [more inside]
Finding a recipe when you don't know what its called!
Your favorite baked pumpkin recipes, please, especially for breakfast! [more inside]
posted by gilsonal at 12:58 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by gilsonal at 12:58 AM PST - 15 comments
October 16
How can I make sure my used sweaters don't have bedbugs?
I just bought some secondhand sweaters and I'm concerned about bedbugs. What can I do to make sure they're not infested? [more inside]
posted by vanitas at 11:52 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by vanitas at 11:52 PM PST - 10 comments
How can I get rid of Grandma and Grandpa's STUFF ?
Grandpa died, and left a house full of items to his five children. Seven years ago, he died. The problem resulting from this has been a never-ending Stuff deadlock in which nothing can be distributed, and nothing can be thrown away. [more inside]
How does a GPS calculate which route to display? Shortest? Fastest? Most ridiculous?
How does my GPS decide which route to take? Fastest? Shortest? What? [more inside]
posted by misanthropicsarah at 10:55 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by misanthropicsarah at 10:55 PM PST - 9 comments
Minimum Number of Sexless Individuals
Say I have two femurs (okay, I do have two femurs, like most people), but say I have them lying on the table in front of me (I don't, but go with me), and I know one of them is from a woman and one is from a man, is there a way an archaelogist/paleontologist/someone-smarter-than-I could tell which is which? [more inside]
posted by crossoverman at 10:52 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by crossoverman at 10:52 PM PST - 11 comments
For Once I Want the Ads
Where can I find news shows online with ads? [more inside]
Need help finding good, trustworthy cross country movers
Looking for recommendations for reliable cross-country movers (San Francisco to DC). [more inside]
Needle in a bottle. Needle in a bottle, yeah.
About ten years ago, I read the first two books in a sci-fi trilogy involving a world that had some kind of accelerated decay problem. Also, there were giant, intelligent ants. [more inside]
posted by thehmsbeagle at 9:55 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by thehmsbeagle at 9:55 PM PST - 5 comments
Do I need to winterize sprinklers in Portland?
Do I need to winterize my sprinkler system in Portland, OR? If so, how? [more inside]
posted by NotSoSimple at 9:50 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by NotSoSimple at 9:50 PM PST - 6 comments
Design of a Design
What makes a design good? And how do I create it? [more inside]
posted by aloysius on the mixing boards at 9:49 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by aloysius on the mixing boards at 9:49 PM PST - 11 comments
Marketing Blogs?
Looking for good marketing and web strategy blogs, and/or books. Please suggest some great authors.
Easy ways to help the environment
What are the 1 or 2 most effective and easy-to-implement things that I (your average American) can do to reduce damage to the environment? [more inside]
posted by lunchbox at 8:50 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by lunchbox at 8:50 PM PST - 37 comments
I'm drowning in smartphone options - can you help me pick one??
Please help me pick the right smartphone. I've researched myself into overwhelm and have a tendency towards terrible timing. My requirements aren't that complex, though I AM a gadget fan, and tech savvy. [more inside]
posted by FlyByDay at 8:41 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by FlyByDay at 8:41 PM PST - 19 comments
How Mac- only writer can use PC
I freelance in healthcare advertising copywriting. Never learned to use a PC.. All ad firms I've worked at-staff & freelance used Macs for all Creative Dept. Latest gig I was given an old PC to produce a lot of copy quickly. What to do?
posted by Summer05 at 8:39 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Summer05 at 8:39 PM PST - 20 comments
Yo dawg
What's the cleanest way for me to import Tumblr feeds into a second Tumblr blog? [more inside]
9 Year-Old Girl Takes Manhattan
My niece is turning 9 this week and will be visiting Manhattan with her parents over Thanksgiving. I'd like to get her a gift like a coloring book, bingo game, or map where she can track where she's been while she's there.
Something that requires a little research on her part beforehand would be great; YA historical stuff or mysteries is sort of what I'm looking for. (She's reading at a 5th grade level).
I'd like to steer clear of electronic stuff if possible; paper and crayons/pencils type of thing.
Is there an iPhone app that will vibrate the phone every minute even if it's locked?
I have an iPhone 3G and need an app that will vibrate the phone once every minute, even if the phone is locked. Does it exist?
posted by ben5757 at 7:19 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by ben5757 at 7:19 PM PST - 8 comments
Concealer to cover acne?
What type of concealer can I use to cover my acne that will a) look natural, and b) not make my blemishes any worse? [more inside]
posted by wansac at 7:10 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by wansac at 7:10 PM PST - 20 comments
Caught Red Envelope Handed--Should I Still Contact the Postal Inspector?
Caught a young Netflix thief, got my DVD back. Should I still file a report with the postal inspector? [more inside]
But, they just SOUND similar.
What happens when you've purchased a domain that a company wants but you're not sure how to proceed because Or am I totally in the wrong? [more inside]
Amsterdam trip without the drugs, clubs and museums?
What does one do in Amsterdam for a couple of days in crappy weather? [more inside]
posted by ye#ara at 6:55 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by ye#ara at 6:55 PM PST - 14 comments
Shouldnt have eaten the alpaca
Help! In Peru and my pregnant wife has a severe case of food poisoning. The local doctor prescribed Nifurat. Is it safe during pregnancy? He says yes but the internet tells me nothing. [more inside]
posted by pencroft at 6:45 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by pencroft at 6:45 PM PST - 17 comments
I don't even like beer.
(Obscuremusicfilter) Guitar player friend of mine is looking for "Cold Beer in Heaven" by Lee Ving. It was featured in the movie "Masters of Menace". He would like to get chords and lyrics, but at this point a recording would be a good start. [more inside]
What's something that represents "tenacity"?
I'm making a website about sticking to personal resolutions (i.e. exercising every day) and I'm trying to come up with a mascot/logo that represents "tenacity". Help me think of animals or objects that are associated with sticktoitiveness!
Please help me not kill Avocadro
Keeping my avocado tree happy over winter: please help a not-very-experienced plant owner. [more inside]
Where do I live that's cheap, bro?
I'm an Internet entrepreneur about to graduate from university. Where do I move to successfully geoarbitrage the returns from my online North American-facing business? [more inside]
posted by AdamKnife at 5:22 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by AdamKnife at 5:22 PM PST - 6 comments
How to unclog a bathtub?
PlumbingFilter: how do I unclog my bathtub? [more inside]
posted by rainy at 4:49 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by rainy at 4:49 PM PST - 21 comments
Scenic route from Charleston to Asheville?
I'm driving from Charleston, SC to Asheville, NC tomorrow and would prefer to take a scenic route. Any suggestions? [more inside]
What to do about my non-med compliant friend?
My seriously depressed friend on the other side of the country has stopped taking his medication and seems to be spiraling deeper into depression. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by CutaneousRabbit at 4:36 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by CutaneousRabbit at 4:36 PM PST - 22 comments
Sonos or AirPlay?
Sonos Soundbridge and S5: What are the complications? Should we go with AirPlay devices instead, and which ones? [more inside]
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 4:35 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 4:35 PM PST - 7 comments
My Girlfriend is Scared of Seeds!?
Does anybody have experience with someone who has a seed phobia? [more inside]
posted by kakakakarl at 4:23 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by kakakakarl at 4:23 PM PST - 22 comments
Is it gone?
Help me find my lost document. Please! [more inside]
posted by ropeladder at 4:20 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by ropeladder at 4:20 PM PST - 9 comments
Turn Left at ph'nglui mglw'nafh and then go straight ahead until you reach insanity.
Things to do in Providence when you're not dead but dreaming? [more inside]
posted by KingEdRa at 4:15 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by KingEdRa at 4:15 PM PST - 9 comments
Help understanding semaphores and producer/consumer problem
Help understanding semaphores and producer/consumer problem (more inside..) [more inside]
It's not cauliflower. It only looks like cauliflower.
Where can I get kefir grains in Toronto? [more inside]
posted by the dief at 3:42 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by the dief at 3:42 PM PST - 4 comments
Rowing simulator: how to measure or build
Looking for a way to measure movement of simulated rowing. Thoughts/advice + possible engineering involved! [more inside]
Airbnb
How reliable is Airbnb? The ridiculously low prices and other things make me suspicious. I'd be interested to hear from anyone who's used the site, especially in NYC. [more inside]
Am I going to have to return my brand new Kindle?
Am I going to have to return my brand new Kindle? [more inside]
posted by Spamfactor at 2:40 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Spamfactor at 2:40 PM PST - 10 comments
Like I need another reason to get out of Michigan
Can I buy genever (or jenever) in Toledo or Windsor? Because I apparently can't in Michigan. [more inside]
The unwritten code of rock concerts.
Rock concert etiquette: What are the unwritten rules of general admission, unseated shows. re: your spot. [more inside]
How do I turn a USB 2.0 external drive into a network drive?
How do I create (not mount) network drives in OS X? [more inside]
Backing up online
I have about 30-40GB in pictures and a couple of videos. What would be the best way (money and security wise) to back them up online?
Help me identify this 8-bit song!
Help me identify this 8-bit recording! Likely from a classic video or arcade game, but I can't track it down. Here's the link.
posted by jpcody at 1:42 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by jpcody at 1:42 PM PST - 3 comments
Do warm, comfy, stylish, inexpensive, flat winter boots and shoes exist? Where?
Looking for very warm, comfortable, inexpensive, stylish, low-heeled knee high boots or shoes for fall/winter. Also, good arch support needed. Help me wade through what's currently available. [more inside]
Iphone travel with portable wifi?
requesting advice on traveling with my iphone:
will be in areas with good internet connections but no wifi (hotels, friends homes etc) and I will not be wanting to use foreign ATT account. What is the easiest, most portable and cheapest set up that I can carry with me to give me wifi access after i pull my sim?
Transferring PhD programs
I just started my first year of graduate school, and I'm disappointed with my PhD program. What now? [more inside]
Who is that mysterious clam?
At a bar I like to go to in Baltimore (The Pickled Parrot in Canton) there is an old National Bohemia beer sign above the bar. It features the Natty Boh guy, of course, and then an anthropomorphic clam, a guy who looks like a quaker (maybe a pilgrim), a turtle, and a pelican in a sailor's hat. Who are these characters? [more inside]
posted by codacorolla at 1:01 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by codacorolla at 1:01 PM PST - 9 comments
help identify rifle tools
Can you help ID these rifle tools from a 1937 Russian rifle? [more inside]
posted by bleary at 11:36 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by bleary at 11:36 AM PST - 2 comments
It's a scavenger hunt...for scavenger hunt ideas!
[Scavenger Hunt Filter] Help me help my boyfriend scavenge and hunt.
My SO is a web developer, and next week he will be out of town for a week-long Java training session. I need help thinking of scavenger hunt missions to send him on. Also, the scavenger hunt is a special snowflake. [more inside]
If Highlander was made in year MCMLXXXVI...
Why are the years motion pictures are made often given in roman numerals? [more inside]
posted by custard heart at 11:29 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by custard heart at 11:29 AM PST - 5 comments
where does art come from?
Where does art come from?
How did early humans first learn to make visual symbols?
Any and all perspectives welcome! [more inside]
Studying Painting in Cairo.
I am not looking to earn a degree or anything, just looking for a time filler and to learn something new. In particular painting techniques for Oil and Acrylic on canvas. [more inside]
My period is making me sick.
Does anyone else here get sick (flu, fever, etc.) when they have their period? [more inside]
Mystery audiobooks and other things to pass the time
My grandmother recently had a shoulder replacement and was never a huge television fan, so I'm looking for audiobooks and podcasts to put on a digital audio player for her. [more inside]
Suggest to me a romantical restaurant in Monterey plz
Find me a romantical restaurant in Monterey plz [more inside]
What does it say?
What does this graffiti say? I'm fairly sure it's Armenian. [more inside]
posted by lapsangsouchong at 9:53 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by lapsangsouchong at 9:53 AM PST - 2 comments
Blood alone moves the wheels of history!
I've discovered that I'm an excellent public speaker. How does one capitalize on that? [more inside]
Should I tell my interviewer I didn't work becaue I was married?
Re-entering the workforce. What are some guidelines for mentioning my divorce in job interviews? [more inside]
Less contact dermatitis, please
I've always wanted a tattoo or at least a second ear piercing, but I have oily, acne-prone skin all over, plus it may be still be sensitive to products. Should I let go of the ideas? [more inside]
Brummer and Brown-is it more chemicals than natural
Too good to be true-Brummel and Brown? [more inside]
Leadership books outside the self-help genre?
Are there any books about leadership that don't fall into the self-help genre? [more inside]
posted by circular at 9:24 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by circular at 9:24 AM PST - 17 comments
Graphic of graphics cards
I am looking for a website that reviews graphics cards by the video games that they can play. [more inside]
posted by 517 at 9:19 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by 517 at 9:19 AM PST - 6 comments
Where can I find stuff for a Coulrophobia (Fear of Clowns) theme party?
Where can I find stuff for a Coulrophobia (Fear of Clowns) theme party? [more inside]
I'm leavin' on a MetraTrain
Help me understand how to commute from Chicago to Elmhurst on a daily basis. [more inside]
posted by santojulieta at 8:53 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by santojulieta at 8:53 AM PST - 11 comments
need stero speaker recomendation
I'm looking for recommendations for a pair of bookshelf or floor stereo speakers that will work well with a 125W amp for $200 or less. [more inside]
Chicken feed
What kind of kitchen scraps can I feed to a rooster? [more inside]
posted by toodles at 8:27 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by toodles at 8:27 AM PST - 14 comments
How can I exorcize the poltergeist living in my phone?
I have a Motorola KRZR phone. It keeps taking pictures of my pocket and spontaneously starting the MP3 player. How can I fix this? [more inside]
howdy partners, cowboy songs anyone?
I'm editing a video of my kids on a rocking horse and I need to add music. I would love some rodeo music or something cowboy-ish, but I am completely illiterate when it comes to music. Any suggestions?
posted by uauage at 7:28 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by uauage at 7:28 AM PST - 20 comments
Books for everyone?
Calling all library science, publishing, and education folks! Help me use my e-reader in an ethical manner by assisting me with the following question - does using an e-reader threaten the accessibility of the written word? [more inside]
posted by analog at 7:25 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by analog at 7:25 AM PST - 13 comments
How to get rid of the backyard rats without getting rid of the squirrels?
Is there a way to eliminate rats from our back yard without eliminating squirrels? [more inside]
Should I kill Helicobacter, and how?
How advisable is it to eliminate Helicobacter pylori from your gut, and how do I go about it? [more inside]
I'm Driving Across The Country in November
How do I prepare for a drive across the country (probably on I-80) in early November? [more inside]
posted by JakeWalker at 5:47 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by JakeWalker at 5:47 AM PST - 21 comments
Sorry for those 1,000 plus emails I sent
Oh my... I just inadvertently sent out emails to an unknown number of people - probably more than 1,000. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by syzygy at 5:39 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by syzygy at 5:39 AM PST - 9 comments
Can I Watch the Atlanta Falcons in Seattle?
I'll be on a trip to Seattle on Sunday, 11/7 -- the day that my hometown team the Atlanta Falcons will be squaring off against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Since I'm guessing that the Atlanta-Tampa Bay contest will not the be featured game on the local Seattle Fox affiliate, I'm wondering ...
Is there any place in Seattle (I'm thinking sports bar, I guess?) where expatriate Falcons fans gather? Heck, I'd even be willing to go to place where expatriate Bucs fans gather. Or just a sports bar in general where they might show all the games on various monitors.
Thanks!
Can I use a Kindle charger on my Blackberry?
Can I use my Kindle charger for my Blackberry Bold? [more inside]
posted by stenoboy at 4:48 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by stenoboy at 4:48 AM PST - 4 comments
Get Me Developed
Good Old School photo developing in Hampshire? [more inside]
Movies about Karma and Good Deeds
Looking for movies about karma, good deeds etc. [more inside]
What is the minty looking, lemony smelling leaf?
How do I file taxes when I earned income in 2 countries?
I'm sure this has been asked many times before on AskMeFi, but I wasn't able to find a query like mine: I'm late paying my taxes. No problem? I'm living abroad. More inside. [more inside]
October 15
What's an appropriate greeting for the Diwali festival?
Diwali is coming up and I'd like to politely mention this to my close Indian coworkers, similar to a 'Happy Christmas' or 'Happy New Years' they would be likely to say to me. What's the best way, would a simple 'Happy Diwali' be appropriate? If so, what's the correct day for this as it's a 5 day festival from my understanding? This year (2010) it looks like November 5th is the main date.
posted by mikw at 11:54 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by mikw at 11:54 PM PST - 17 comments
How to automatically authenticate to a wireless network?
Please help keep my laptop connected to a wireless network that requires hourly authentication. [more inside]
posted by Morsey at 11:47 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Morsey at 11:47 PM PST - 5 comments
is "nature identical" identical ?
I have come across the notion that "nature identical" compounds are not totally identical ?
so by what degree, or how, are they not identical ? [more inside]
posted by captain wibbly at 11:07 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by captain wibbly at 11:07 PM PST - 5 comments
Is it worth it to get a PhD? It seems really scary.
What is getting a PhD really like? Is it worth it? I want to be a researcher in psychology, sexuality, and gender. [more inside]
Squashing down the bugs
What is the best way to get a job in fixing bugs in computer or mobile software? [more inside]
Foreign language sleeping aids
I'm looking for radio programs, news bulletins, shipping reports, audiobooks, etc. in foreign languages (preferably German, Dutch and the Scandinavian languages -- although anything else would be of help) to be used as background chatter to help me get to sleep easier. Streaming internet radio or mp3 downloads and the like would be most convenient for me. [more inside]
help me find this battery widget
Looking for a specific Android battery level widget... [more inside]
posted by Lucinda at 9:19 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Lucinda at 9:19 PM PST - 6 comments
Help me pick the best LCD!
Switching from CRT to 120hz LCD for gaming. Help me pick the best monitor out there! [more inside]
Where can I get savory locally near Monterey, CA
Where can I get savory (the herb) locally near Monterey, CA? [more inside]
posted by macfly at 9:07 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by macfly at 9:07 PM PST - 10 comments
Help! I need a Statue of Liberty dildo!
I'm looking for a Statue of Liberty dildo as a gag gift for a friend. I'm in New York city this weekend. Any idea how I might find one?
It's 2010 : Where the Hell's My Orgasmatron?
Are there any systematic/scientific-method-y ways of learning more about one's sexuality (namely, personal arousal cues/triggers)? [more inside]
Pre-DVD Plastic Video Format?
My google-fu is failing me. I have a vivid memory of a video format that looked like a large, skinny, 8 track -- about the size of a record but square. They'd use it in grade school to show us movies. I believe it had to be flipped over halfway. Does anyone know what I am talking about?
What size breast am I, really?
What exactly happens during a bra fitting? Is it awkward? Did getting a proper bra fitting change your life? [more inside]
posted by sickinthehead at 7:23 PM PST - 75 comments
posted by sickinthehead at 7:23 PM PST - 75 comments
Marathon training meals suggestions
Help me with my eating problems as I train for my marathon. Please share your advice for daily meals and snacks so I can male it to and through my race. [more inside]
posted by scunning at 6:45 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by scunning at 6:45 PM PST - 7 comments
Newbie student government advisor looking for ideas to make the experience good for the kids
I am one of two teachers who has been assigned to run an elementary school student government this year. What can I do to make this as meaningful an experience as possible for my young students? [more inside]
Font ID help Please
Font ID help (thanks in advance) [more inside]
Laws with unexpected or unintended effects?
Laws which had an unexpected or unintended effect? [more inside]
Tell me precisely what kind of beer to order tomorrow
I have never had beer before. Going to a beer bar in 24 hours. Tell me what to order. [more inside]
Help me keep my start menu organized whether Windows 7 likes it or not.
Why don't the programs on my start menu in Windows 7 stay where I put them? I keep my programs organized in categories: office software, stats, hardware, media, etc. yet whenever I reboot some programs have jumped back out on the top level of the programs list. How do I stop this? [more inside]
Books/films about manic depression
I've seen The Devil and Daniel Johnston and Stephen Fry's Secret Life of the Manic Depressive and I've read The Unquiet Mind by Kay Redfield Jamison. What are some other great books and films about manic depression?
posted by Chenko at 5:26 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Chenko at 5:26 PM PST - 9 comments
Booking UK rail tickets from the US?
I will be arriving into London Heathrow on Sunday, Oct. 24 around noon. What are my best options for getting to Cardiff by train and how do I book tickets ahead from the US? [more inside]
How to change default Outlook 2007 calendar? or alternatively, how to accept appointments into a non-default calendar?
How to change default Outlook 2007 calendar? or alternatively, how to accept appointments into a non-default calendar? [more inside]
Perfectly fine or tragically misguided cookware question
How seriously should I worry about cooking acids in a cast iron pan? [more inside]
posted by A Terrible Llama at 4:12 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by A Terrible Llama at 4:12 PM PST - 16 comments
XAMPP: how to configure Apache for PHP
I'm using XAMPP, but my PHP isn't working. I think it's an issue with Apache. How do I reconfigure it so it actually recognizes my PHP? [more inside]
posted by randomname25 at 4:02 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by randomname25 at 4:02 PM PST - 13 comments
I have defeated your pathetic catnip mouse army and demand a worthier foe.
Needed: cat toys suitable for the energizer kitty. Type: solo play, stalking/pouncing, door hangers, ??? Must be safe for chewing/licking-type cats. Source: internet or Montreal area. [more inside]
posted by L'Estrange Fruit at 3:59 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by L'Estrange Fruit at 3:59 PM PST - 30 comments
Anyone have Internet speed issues with Time Warner Cable Wideband?
Anyone in Brooklyn having Time Warner Cable Wideband (DOCSIS 3) issues? [more inside]
Some last-minute advice for a networking newbie?
I'm part of a committee at a sociology summit, which goes for two days and began today.
Tomorrow's networking session, which will conclude the summit, is officially a half-hour long.
How can I make the most of it? [more inside]
The way forward?
Dad with metastaic cancer stage four, pain-free for now. The way forward? [more inside]
posted by nj_subgenius at 2:46 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by nj_subgenius at 2:46 PM PST - 18 comments
I be up in the gym just working on my fitness
Help me hack my lunch-time post-workout routine so I still look professional back at the office! Others do it, why can't I? Is the trick to not get sweaty? Or do I just take an inordinate amount of time getting ready post-workout? [more inside]
posted by stellaluna at 2:44 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by stellaluna at 2:44 PM PST - 8 comments
Optimzed Wordpress hosting for a medium-sized blog?
I'm working on blogger blog getting around 20-30K page loads a month (around 1100 a day). I'm porting the blog into WordPress and am looking for current hosts that are optimized for that piece of software and those numbers of visitors. Suggestions?
posted by two7s_clash at 2:37 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by two7s_clash at 2:37 PM PST - 6 comments
I need to find this old christmas stocking knitting pattern
My wonderful sister, who is now in Heaven, made these great Christmas stockings for my family, and let me tell you, there were 10 of us. Later on she continued to knit for spouses, nephews, nieces, grandchildren, etc. But now she is gone, and I would like to find this pattern so that I can continue Her “mission” on my side of the family.
I remember her her saying that the pattern was a very specific one, all the designs with the red background and different intarsia motifs. The names were embroidered.
Please, if anyone has this pattern, I would be so thankful if you would share it with me. The Stockings are more or less 22.5” length by 7”. See photos at here and here.
Thanks! Mercedes
it makes me miss vista
Please help me with my new computer's unwanted text re-sizing issues. [more inside]
Will I be able to find a RN job in Portland, OR in 3 years?
Considering nursing school (RN) in Portland, OR. Will there be jobs for me in the area when I'm done? I'm leaving a good job now. I'm really excited to do something new, but want to be sure I'll be able to find a job when I finish school. [more inside]
posted by krudiger at 1:18 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by krudiger at 1:18 PM PST - 17 comments
A Racing Game the Allows you to Create Tracks?
Has there been a good racing video game that allows you to build your own tracks? [more inside]
Let us learn the tough stuff in a way that's fun and easy.
Looking for blogs and regular columns that make difficult subjects accessible and interesting. [more inside]
A heart that hurts is a heart that works.
Turning a corner in the breakup process. How do I stay grounded while my heart catches up with my head? [more inside]
Things that make you scream "fire the designer!"
Tell me about basic graphic design errors/faux pas that irritate the hell out of designers. [more inside]
Looking for an investment library in New York
I'm trying to find the name and address of a library near Grand Central Station in New York that's geared toward investors/financial research. It's a small, private library not affiliated with the New York Public Library system. I know the library exists (or existed until recently), but I can't find anything online. The library may be affiliated with some sort of society for investment professionals or financial analysts. It's *not* the NYPL Science, Industry and Business Library.
The secret word is: Google-fu-fail
I need resources for how to do b/w makeup. [more inside]
Where can I find a Whac-a-Mole game near San Francisco?
Where can I find a full-fledged Whac-A-Mole arcade game in the Bay Area? Near San Francisco, on the Peninsula, or near Oakland would be ideal.
Whither Goes Dad's Recliner?
Everyone seems to agree that the middle class is disappearing in the USA. What (reliable) studies and figures back this up? [more inside]
Parents of kids with ADHD: What works for you?
What resources have been helpful in teaching you parenting strategies for managing your child's behavior? Other parents, clinicians, internet, random inspiration?
What have you tried in the past that didn't work, and why? What's working now? [more inside]
$5000 to blow on HD recording
A nice, easy-to-use HD recording setup (mics and cameras). $5000 budget. GO! [more inside]
What questions do I need to ask my friends?
What should friends know about each other? For lovers, there are lots of lists of "questions you should ask". I'd like to find something like that, but for good friends. [more inside]
Tell me how a novel I don't want to read ends.
Spoilers for The Tricking of Freya, please [more inside]
What has meditation done for you?
Do you meditate? What are some specific effects/benefits that you notice? [more inside]
The science of sitting, and vice versa
I want to upgrade the chairs in my lab-- the ones that our human (well, undergrad) subjects sit in to do experiments. Priorities: stability, comfort, adjustability (with a caveat). [more inside]
posted by supercres at 10:27 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by supercres at 10:27 AM PST - 4 comments
How do I deal with my dad's wait on the liver transplant list?
My dad in on the waiting list for a liver transplant. What can I do to handle the wait as sanely and gracefully as possible? [more inside]
East Coast vs West Coast Cars
Am I stupid for buying a car in LA when I am moving to Boston in six months? Are "west coast" cars different than "east coast" cars? [more inside]
Recommend an airsoft gun please
Is this a buffer overflow exploit?
Is this an attempt at a buffer overflow exploit, or just some sort of mistake? [more inside]
posted by moonmilk at 9:28 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by moonmilk at 9:28 AM PST - 14 comments
Best front ends for SQL databases?
What are the current best options for providing a front end for users to search and enter data to a SQL database? [more inside]
How much for a custom font?
I'd like to have a high quality font (proper kerning, etc) based on my handwriting. How much am I looking at to get this made?
Everyday mysteries.
When I walk in the rain, why does the calf of my right pant leg get much wetter than that of my left? [more inside]
suicidal grammar
My newspaper recently reported that X "has died of an apparent suicide." This strikes me as grammatically fuzzy. "X has apparently committed suicide.", I know is correct. How else could this be correctly rephrased, or is the original perfectly fine?
posted by eaglehound at 8:36 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by eaglehound at 8:36 AM PST - 25 comments
Mo' Money Mo' Problems
I have inherited a substantial amount, at least to me. How do I get over the guilt of not having worked for it? [more inside]
Help with dealing with teacher and principal in elementary school, or am I just being a overbearing parent?
Help with dealing with teacher and principal in elementary school, or am I just being a overbearing parent? more below [more inside]
Can't find these two "we're screwed" articles I know I read
[Econpocalypsefilter] Help me find these two articles on how the economy is F*cked even worse than most people give it credit for [more inside]
What was this microfilm gadget called?
'70s microfilm technology filter - what do (did) you call a gadget for testing or enhancing reading ability by having a student look through a viewer and read one line at a time? [more inside]
posted by randomkeystrike at 8:13 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by randomkeystrike at 8:13 AM PST - 8 comments
Looking for the holy grail of cameras.
I need a new camera. Does a small camera with DSLR capability exist? [more inside]
Great, cheap places to go this winter
TRAVEL: I am a student living in D.C. Where are the cheapest (warm) countries and cities I can go "backpacking" to this winter break? [more inside]
Taking my t2i on the ski slopes. Tips?
Taking my t2i on the ski slopes. Tips? [more inside]
I need more ambient-electro-industrial-instrumental music to listen to.
Does anyone have any suggestions for ambient-electronic-industrial-instrumental music? [more inside]
Inexpensive Chinese dresses in Vancouver?
Inexpensive Chinese dresses in Vancouver? [more inside]
55years old and looking for a career change. I've been a nurse for the last 30 years
55years old and looking for a career change. I've been a nurse for the last 30 years. Possible ? [more inside]
posted by hopefulmidlifer at 6:43 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by hopefulmidlifer at 6:43 AM PST - 21 comments
beggars can't be choosers.
i have never had a particular desire to have children, but i think the fact that my not having children will most likely be a matter of circumstance and not choice bothers me more than not ever having children. how do i avoid feelings of regret that the choice is no longer mine to make? [more inside]
posted by violetk at 6:30 AM PST - 35 comments
posted by violetk at 6:30 AM PST - 35 comments
Can my speaker be resurrected?
One of my JBL Creature II satellite speakers broke. Can I fix or replace it without buying a whole new system? [more inside]
I have Windows 7 32-bit, what is the easiest/cheapest way to upgrade to 64-bit?
I purchased Windows 7 at a discounted rate through my school. I didn't realize this at the time, but because I got the 32-bit version I am not getting full usage of all my RAM (8 GB). It says that I only have 3.75 GB "usable". Obviously, I would like to get the most out of my CPU performance. What is the best/easiest/cheapest way to upgrade from 32-bit Windows 7 to 64-bit Windows 7? I already tried the Windows "Anytime Upgrade" and it will not let you switch between the two. Also, will I have to backup before I make the switch or will it keep all of my data? Thank you for your time.
posted by gibbsjd77 at 5:53 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by gibbsjd77 at 5:53 AM PST - 18 comments
Mini-stroke?
Did I have a mini-stroke in my sleep? Should I go to the ER or a walk-in clinic for temporary vision loss in mainly one eye even though my vision is back? Will the doctors think I'm wasting their time? [more inside]
posted by Faraday Cage at 5:49 AM PST - 102 comments
posted by Faraday Cage at 5:49 AM PST - 102 comments
How can I refinance my house if there are no similar nearby comps?
I wish to refinance my house, but, apparently, there are no appropriate comparisons in the neighborhood. My house still has a value, though, so what can be done now to figure it out so that the refinancing process can proceed? [more inside]
user.name, what does it all mean?
Please tell me everything I need to know about the GMail dot feature (placing - or not placing - a dot in the username of a gmail email address). I don't understand it, how to use it, what it does and how to take advantage of it. As an email receiver and sender. Also, what problems are created with this? Is there a way I can use it to categorize email, both received and sent? [more inside]
posted by iamkimiam at 4:29 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by iamkimiam at 4:29 AM PST - 18 comments
Urgent Ukrainian visa question...
Hideous Azerbaijan/Ukrainian visa snafu- urgent advice needed! [more inside]
How do I explain my crazy family without looking crazy?
I had a childhood that, to the casual observer, was pretty damned chaotic, and this causes some confusion when sharing family anecdotes in casual conversation. [more inside]
posted by Wroksie at 2:36 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by Wroksie at 2:36 AM PST - 25 comments
Who builds roads for anarchists?
So who will build the roads, anarchists? No really...I want to know. [more inside]
How should one evaluate the condition of a used digital SLR?
How should one evaluate the condition of a used digital SLR? [more inside]
posted by trinity8-director at 12:31 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by trinity8-director at 12:31 AM PST - 6 comments
How do I make the center pod/helmet of a Tie Fighter costume
A kangaroo's pouch would probably suffice
Going to Sydney for three weeks in November. How do I find decent, affordable accommodations? [more inside]
posted by sinfony at 12:05 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by sinfony at 12:05 AM PST - 10 comments
October 14
What guitar is Colin Hay playing?
What the heck is the guitar Colin Hay (ex-Men-at-Work) is playing here? Or in this video? [more inside]
posted by mmoncur at 11:54 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by mmoncur at 11:54 PM PST - 9 comments
Women lie, men lie. But how far can it go?
So my roommate, a lovely, nice, intelligent, mostly wonderful sweet girl is MAYBE a psychopath. Maybe. [more inside]
posted by mrspeacock at 11:15 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by mrspeacock at 11:15 PM PST - 29 comments
ISO cute little jars in NYC
Where can I find cute, small, inexpensive jars in NYC? [more inside]
Looking for a New Yorker article about the man who knew his heirloom apples.
New Yorker readers: do you remember an article about an "apple man", who had extensive knowledge of heirloom varieties, and could recommend what type of apple would be best suited for different locales? [more inside]
posted by unmake at 8:48 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by unmake at 8:48 PM PST - 13 comments
How do I find a good gynecologist if I only get one visit a year?
How do I find a gynecologist who will respect my wishes for hormone free birth control? [more inside]
Help me find a psychiatrist
How do I find a psychiatrist that specializes in adult ADHD? I'm in Albuquerque, NM. [more inside]
Career change @ 40: financial sector to teacher?
Career change @ 40: financial sector to teacher? [more inside]
Recommend an osteopath in TO?
Do you know an osteopath in Toronto who uses muscle energy theory / techniques? [more inside]
Contemporary/Experimental music venues in Europe.
Please recommend some concert venues in western Europe that specialize in contemporary and experimental music. [more inside]
posted by sleevener at 6:58 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by sleevener at 6:58 PM PST - 6 comments
How do I survive this week?
How do I make it through the next five days without falling apart? Completely overwhelmed with depression, midterms, medication, and a funeral. [more inside]
posted by punchdrunkhistory at 5:28 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by punchdrunkhistory at 5:28 PM PST - 24 comments
Why is my satellite internet connection so bad?
Why is our satellite internet so bad? I can download a page or two, and then it quits. I have to click each page twice to get it to load. On the other hand, I downloaded Skype in one go, once I got to the right page. What gives? [more inside]
posted by atchafalaya at 5:22 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by atchafalaya at 5:22 PM PST - 15 comments
I hate mice!
I can't find a couple Word for Mac keyboard shortcuts, and my google skills haven't helped me find the answer. Can you? [more inside]
Online Poker
10 years late to the party filter. I want to play online poker for money (not that much to start out with). I'm confused, though, by what's legal and by which online sites actually offer the ability to gamble. I am in the United States. What's a good site that will allow me to play very small bets as I get started with online poker? [more inside]
How to help guide my family and daughter through her orientation (when she isn't quite ready to tell them)?
My 13 YO daughter feels deep down to her toes that she is bi-sexual (perhaps bi-curious is more apt). While she's been "out" to both of her parents (and siblings) for a few years now, no one outside of our household knows this. Her Dad and I fully support her and she knows this. (Not elaborating, just trust me.) My dilemma is with the extended family. [more inside]
Oh, the places you'll go.
Chicago neighborhood filter-help me find somewhere cheap, yet relatively safe to live. [more inside]
posted by shesaysgo at 4:13 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by shesaysgo at 4:13 PM PST - 17 comments
Need a very simple project manager that simply let's people clock in and tracks the time people have spent on projects
Need a very simple project manager that simply let's people clock in and tracks the time people have spent on projects [more inside]
Best Times for a Bargain
Is there an ideal time for buying second hand/consignment clothing? [more inside]
posted by Ideal Impulse at 4:04 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Ideal Impulse at 4:04 PM PST - 6 comments
What's the best easy way to modify luggage to create partitions inside.
What's the best easy way to modify luggage to create partitions inside. [more inside]
Mass email with individual attachments
Bulk mail with individualized attachments? [more inside]
posted by djduckie at 3:43 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by djduckie at 3:43 PM PST - 11 comments
Help, I'm swamped with drawstring backpacks!
Any ideas for repurposing promotional drawstring backpacks? [more inside]
posted by emjaybee at 2:57 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by emjaybee at 2:57 PM PST - 13 comments
Welcome to Flingers!
What is kitty trying to tell me with this litter flinging? [more inside]
posted by Thorzdad at 2:34 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by Thorzdad at 2:34 PM PST - 22 comments
Intensity In Tent Cities In Ten Cities
I am starting a new Kickstarter fund to record an album. Need input for ideas on where to perform. [more inside]
Is my tablet holding me back from drawing smoother curves?
While using my Wacom Graphire4, curved lines that are drawn quickly come out with tiny corners on them. Will upgrading the tablet fix this? [more inside]
What was once 'Pseudoscience' that is today 'Accepted Science?'
I need help compiling a list of things that have made the jump from "pseudoscience" to established science. It doesn't necessarily have to be recent. An obvious example would be the earth is flat; those advocating the world was round were definitly peddlers of a kind of psuedoscience of its day. Later, they were proved correct. That is what I'm looking for - right up to present day. (more inside) [more inside]
Best Junior High game to play with students?
Oh metafilter, what is the best 30 minute game I can play with my students? [more inside]
posted by fantasticninety at 2:00 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by fantasticninety at 2:00 PM PST - 24 comments
400w speakers to computer?
Whats the cheapest route to plug a DJ mixer/laptop into a pair Audiofile 583lr large floor speakers? [more inside]
Taking AskMefi's advice and making heat thearpy bags as holiday gifts..
Making about 15 Microwavable Hot/Cold Therapy bags as Christmas gifts.. need some advice or suggestions on filler material and where to buy it! [more inside]
Low-end used Nikon DSLR for a beginner
What's a good used Nikon DSLR for a beginner? Any models out there that also do video? Looking to spend $300-$400 on the camera body, another $200-$300 on a lens and I have no idea at which of the zillion models to focus my eBay searches on. [more inside]
What's the classical equivalent of electroswing?
It's been a while since the hive mind has recommended music that blends classical with contemporary sounds. I'm looking for whatever is to classical what electro-swing is to jazz. Techno is too cheesy. William Orbit is too chillout. Wendy Carlos is too frenetic and ancient. A Touch Of Beethoven is too disco. Waltz Darling by Malcolm McLaren is too 80s pop. Is there anything since the posts in 2008 that blends orchestra with beats in a way that might work on a dancefloor today?
posted by skylar at 12:41 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by skylar at 12:41 PM PST - 15 comments
New laptop
I need a new laptop! I'm looking to spend under $1000. [more inside]
Care package idea
What's the best item to send someone in a care package - who isn't feeling well? I'd love your suggestion. (under $25)
Food/drink recommendations for Monday afternoon in Chicago?
Seeking recommendations for food-themed things to do on a Monday afternoon in Chicago. [more inside]
Fictional dialogue question (dialogue is fictional, question is for real)
Mafia fictional dialogue filter: What's the scene from where the two mobsters are talking to each other -- and, wanting to make it clear that they are merely speculating and not conspiring, one says "We're not *talking* about this, we're just *talking* about this"? (Is it the Sopranos, some mob movie, what?) Bonus points for actual script dialogue or YouTube clip.
What birth class should we take?
Help me pick a birthing class. I've read this question and it has some useful advice, however a lot of the answers seem to focus on "whether or not classes are useful", and not "which classes to take." We'll be at a Birth Center, which requires some type of class, but the choice of which is up to us. [more inside]
I'm ashamed to even ask...
It's for an art project: I'm looking for a drawing commonly used on 4chan. You know the one--It's a simple stick figure rendition of Tommy Lee Jones in No Country For Old Men. [more inside]
posted by sourwookie at 12:02 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by sourwookie at 12:02 PM PST - 10 comments
Landlords suck
Sued our landlord for wrongful withholding of large deposit and won, placed liens on their property, which were foreclosed and they declared bankruptcy. How do we make sure we can still recover our money? [more inside]
posted by Large Marge at 12:00 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Large Marge at 12:00 PM PST - 12 comments
Translate "of the people" or a similar phrase
What is a short phrase that means "of the people" or similar in Latin or another language? [more inside]
posted by pbh at 11:57 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by pbh at 11:57 AM PST - 22 comments
Vegetable salads that can be dressed well in advance?
Vegetable salads that keep or even get better, when already dressed, for at least a few hours? [more inside]
posted by palliser at 11:44 AM PST - 39 comments
posted by palliser at 11:44 AM PST - 39 comments
Lit by whale light?
Just how much brighter/cleaner/longer did spermaceti candles burn than beeswax or tallow candles? [more inside]
posted by .kobayashi. at 11:27 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by .kobayashi. at 11:27 AM PST - 5 comments
Car Loan With Income, But No Income
Car loan with near perfect credit, no paystub income, but over $30,000 in other (legal) "income". [more inside]
Smartphones for oldies
What model of smartphone can I get for my mom to easily check email, take calls, and not much else? She's on Verizon. We probably won't wait for the iphone to come to Verizon in 2011. [more inside]
posted by prior at 11:25 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by prior at 11:25 AM PST - 7 comments
Map-plotting Software
Map-plotting / excel filter: I have precise latitude and longitude coordinates in excel for approximately 100-200 different locations. These locations are all located in a certain region of the U.S. What software can I use (free or paid) to populate a nice looking summary map with each of these locations? I need this to look presentable for client purposes.
posted by jameslavelle3 at 11:07 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by jameslavelle3 at 11:07 AM PST - 5 comments
Help us make our future happy.
Mid-twenties couple living in a big city trying to save up for the future. How the heck to people do it? Help us figure out what we're doing wrong and how to fix it. [more inside]
Help me emulate Rod Argent!
Please help me learn to play a single, specific song on the piano. The catch: I have no ability to play the piano. Or any instrument. [more inside]
I hope this critter (pictured) is not a bedbug...
Is this critter I found crawling through my leg hair (jpg) a young bedbug? I have not noticed any bites, no red or black marks on my cream colored sheets. I got a dresser via craigslist but so far have only draped clothes on top of it, not inside. NYC. [more inside]
What computer games right now have the best graphics?
What computer games right now have the best graphics? I'm writing a paper on shadow perception, and want to discuss the representation of shadows in graphics. It'd be really nice to get some examples of the state of the art. But I'm not a gamer so I have no idea what this is! Gamer mefites, please hope me...
Help me get a gigantic amount of candy for free!
How do I get candy companies to donate candy for my gigantic Halloween event? Should I look to distributors instead? Do you know of any ones that would have great deals? [more inside]
posted by Brainy at 10:25 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Brainy at 10:25 AM PST - 12 comments
Help save me from wanting to strangle myself like I want to strangle everyone else who speaks in this atrocious manner!
What are some methods and resources for changing my speech patterns/tone of voice? It seems like every word I say has a sarcastic/baby-ish/Valley Girl-y/tense/forcibly higher-pitched lilt to it. [more inside]
How Much Wood Would a Woodchuck Chuck if a Woodchuck was a 15 year old fantasy novel?
Help me identify this book.
It's a fantasy novel with a medieval setting that had a lot of references to woodchucks in it. The characters were not anthropomorphized animals, but there was a running joke about the word woodchuck with apostrophes in it, and I believe there was a picture of a woodchuck in a family crest or something like that on the cover.
My sister remembers it too, so I am pretty sure it exists, but we can't remember any further plot details and google is not being helpful. Any guesses?
posted by bq at 10:15 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by bq at 10:15 AM PST - 10 comments
TEH NUKER KILLZ
Is my microwave leaking radiation? Is it worth worrying about? [more inside]
a.m./p.m. choice - what's it called?
I'm annotating a simple date/time online form for some developers. The "Month," "Day," "Year," "Hour" and "Minute" sections are all self-explanatory, but is there a word for the "a.m./p.m." section (other than, say, "meridian designation")?
Bicycle clothes/gear for big bodies?
I like riding my bicycle, but I'm having trouble finding clothes that fit. I'm 6'1", 305 lbs. I've researched other askme's, and there was some good stuff-- including the only company I can find so far that even comes close to fitting me-- 3XL the Minus 33 merino shirt, and even that is pretty small and tight on me. But I'm looking for more information and pointers than I can find on my own. I know there is a passionate bicycling clique here at Metafilter, and I'm hoping they can offer me some advice and sources for clothes to fit my odd-shaped body. Details below the jump. [more inside]
posted by seasparrow at 9:39 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by seasparrow at 9:39 AM PST - 13 comments
What am I actually hearing on this police scanner app?
What am I actually hearing on this police scanner app? [more inside]
posted by nitsuj at 9:19 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by nitsuj at 9:19 AM PST - 5 comments
Setting up wireless security?
How do I set up wireless security on my new Netgear modem? [more inside]
posted by meerkatty at 9:01 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by meerkatty at 9:01 AM PST - 3 comments
Tell me I'll be able to cover my rent this month...
Did a Bank of America teller just "lose" $1,000 of mine? I deposited $1,000 in rolled coins, which were placed in a plastic "CoinSafe" bag, sealed, and I was given a "bag receipt" (a piece of the plastic bag with a serial number/contents handwritten on it) and NO deposit receipt at all. [more inside]
posted by speedgraphic at 8:47 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by speedgraphic at 8:47 AM PST - 28 comments
DNS for someone else's domain pointed to my server - why?
I recently moved my website to a new server. Today I discovered another domain pointing to this server. So visiting othersite.info effectively served my content.
Why did they do this? What did they have to gain? [more inside]
posted by Gomez_in_the_South at 8:42 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Gomez_in_the_South at 8:42 AM PST - 5 comments
Help me find an old sports data.
I need to find a basketball box score. My google-fu has failed me miserably. [more inside]
posted by kbanas at 8:25 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by kbanas at 8:25 AM PST - 7 comments
Grant me the serenity to accept the things I can not change!
How do I stop resenting my girlfriend's behaviour towards her ex? [more inside]
posted by ohsnapdragon at 8:17 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by ohsnapdragon at 8:17 AM PST - 23 comments
Finding the place where we belong
Where in the United States should we live? Caveats: Looking for specific alternative churches and schools for our family. [more inside]
Wall-mounted shelving for a tiny room?
In need of guidance on utilitarian (read: cheap) wall shelving. I have one set that came with the room that are precisely what I need, but I can't seem to find them anywhere. Help? [more inside]
posted by aloiv2 at 7:59 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by aloiv2 at 7:59 AM PST - 11 comments
What are the best articles ever published by Harper's magazine?
What are your favorite articles in the index of Harper's magazine? [more inside]
posted by reenum at 7:57 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by reenum at 7:57 AM PST - 16 comments
What do I need to do to learn how to whittle?
I am thinking about learning how to whittle and am looking for advice. [more inside]
posted by Mrs. Pterodactyl at 7:46 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Mrs. Pterodactyl at 7:46 AM PST - 9 comments
A word for someone who is influenced
Word Choice Filter: Is there a word that describes someone who is influenced by an influencer? [more inside]
Feeling stuck with photography
Family astronomy time!
Family astronomy activities? [more inside]
No June Cleaver here
What’s it like to grow up with two working parents? [more inside]
posted by yawper at 7:21 AM PST - 49 comments
posted by yawper at 7:21 AM PST - 49 comments
How to get front pages of newspapers from around the world?
How to get newspapers from all over the world. [more inside]
2010 Chicago Marathon Data
How to get raw data from 2010 Chicago Marathon results? I want to crunch some numbers, but I don't know how to scrape the data from the website. [more inside]
stopping birds bobbing their head
Is it possible to stop birds doing that goofy thing with their heads when they walk? [more inside]
posted by uncanny hengeman at 7:00 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by uncanny hengeman at 7:00 AM PST - 16 comments
Sports bar near union station (NYC)
Wife and I are looking for a sports bar near Union Station / Chelsea that will be showing the most NFL games this Sunday so we can get our Steelers fix.
posted by terrapin at 6:51 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by terrapin at 6:51 AM PST - 13 comments
Less immoral carbon offset scheme for a reluctant traveler
Dear mefites, I've got an unavoidable carbon-heavy trip ahead of me, and am feeling terribly guilty about it. I'm against carbon offsetting for companies on the whole, and am wary about it on the individual level. People excusing polluting by saying "hey, I'm planting trees" is silly. However, three of us can't avoid taking three flights and a ferry trip next year, and would like to put some money towards a project that will reduce more carbon than we are responsible for. So, what to do? [more inside]
Finish my engineering degree? Or switch to I.T.?
I've decided I have more of an interest in computer software than mechanical machines, so I'm contemplating switching to a lesser Bachelor of I.T. from my Bachelor of Engineering degree, even though they would both take the same amount of time to finish. [more inside]
posted by jord at 6:47 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by jord at 6:47 AM PST - 10 comments
Name my Saints column
Please help me name my new football column. I'm starting a weekly column previewing the New O Saints games. The column will look at the week's matchup using statistical analysis (more than what you see at, say, SI.com), but also include a few items like reviews of microbrews from the opponents' city. So, the gist is: game preview, Saints, in-depth, unexpected analysis, and a bit of whimsy. Any name ideas?
posted by griseus at 6:46 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by griseus at 6:46 AM PST - 16 comments
Can a gaijin get a gig?
Are there places in the Kansai area of Japan (at least Kobe, Osaka or Kyoto) where a gaijin with a guitar could play a few tunes? [more inside]
There Will Be Milkshakes.
Two weeks recovering from surgery: what do? [more inside]
This guy has cost me more Askme questions than he deserves.
How do I get over him (and his family)? They live next door, I see him most days, and I just can't seem to let it go. [more inside]
posted by malibustacey9999 at 6:13 AM PST - 38 comments
posted by malibustacey9999 at 6:13 AM PST - 38 comments
I need a regular doctor
So I figure its time to stop relying on walk-in clinics and get a primary care doctor/general practitioner. I just don't feel comfy looking up a list online and randomly picking one. Does anyone have either a suggestion for finding a good primary care physician/general practitioner or can anyone recommend one in the north Tampa/Lutz area?
posted by Ikazuchi at 6:05 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Ikazuchi at 6:05 AM PST - 7 comments
Where do you need someone else to take the pic?
Where are some events or places that people need others to take their photo? [more inside]
jQuery element for Cargo website design
Javascript help: I am designing the layout for a portfolio website using the wonderful CargoCollective. My client wants a specific layout, which I will need to use javascript to implement. But I have almost no javascript knowledge.
I need to search for a CSS tag, determine whether it has a certain value, and if it does apply a specific layout for that value.
Help much appreciated [more inside]
posted by 0bvious at 4:09 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by 0bvious at 4:09 AM PST - 13 comments
Cheapest place to get 35mm slide film cross-processed in the UK?
Cheapest place to get 35mm slide film cross-processed in the UK?
Is the weirdness of a new filling normal and temporary?
Should I be able to feel the edge of a filling with my tongue? [more inside]
posted by lollusc at 2:47 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by lollusc at 2:47 AM PST - 14 comments
Is it possible that an English speaker learning Chinese would develop problems with math?
Is it possible that an English speaker learning Chinese would develop problems with math? [more inside]
October 13
Nihongo Filter: Help me find a short story/SUPER easy manga for my final project in 4th year literature, Plus advice on studying for N3 for JLPT
Nihongo Filter: Help me find a short story/SUPER easy manga for my final project in 4th year literature, Plus advice on studying for N3 for JLPT [more inside]
posted by ad4pt at 11:01 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by ad4pt at 11:01 PM PST - 11 comments
Winter vacation spot in NC area?
We will spending Christmas in family in the Raleigh-Durham area and would like to take a couple of vacation days somewhere within driving distance (maybe 8 hrs max). We are not skiers and tend to prefer low intensity vacations - a few things to do and lots of time to unwind. Any suggestions?
posted by metahawk at 10:34 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by metahawk at 10:34 PM PST - 11 comments
Integrated Amps: Marantz PM8003?
As Marantz has introduced a new (but hardly improved) model, Music Direct is selling the PM8003 integrated amplifier for half usual MSRP ($499 vs. $999). From what I've read, it's a splendid piece of kit, and a solid value before the drastic discount. My question for you; would you recommend something else, for $500 or less, that you feel is superior to the Marantz? In terms of sonic character, I favor impartiality, perhaps slight warmth, but balance and purity foremost, if that informs suggestions at all. I'd like to feel I've surveyed my options thoroughly before going through with the purchase.
Where can one find a fake muscle suit like the one Michael Cera wore in Arrested Development?
Where can one find a fake muscle suit like the one Michael Cera wore in Arrested Development? [more inside]
Looking for a podiatrist in Tokyo.
Looking for a podiatrist in Tokyo. [more inside]
These hands... they look so strong.
Given the option of either soap and warm water, or alcohol-based hand sanitizer, which should I use to clean my hands?
posted by davidjmcgee at 8:45 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by davidjmcgee at 8:45 PM PST - 15 comments
It's (not) the final countdown!
Help me creatively count down! I have started keeping a countdown on the whiteboard on my door for the coming week, until break, etc. I want to keep doing it, but I need original ideas. [more inside]
What to do (or not do) when away from the sight of land and on a boat smaller than a 747?
What are some do's and don'ts to boating, fishing, and (possibly) swimming while 20-40 miles from land? I'm not an idiot adrenaline junkie or a nervous Nancy or ignorant of any fishing experience but I would always rather do things 'right' than learn the hard way, even if 'right' is subjective. [more inside]
Help me get my wreck of a body into some kind of shape, please
I just started working out at my university's gym, but I have some difficulties and some questions... [more inside]
posted by patheral at 8:16 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by patheral at 8:16 PM PST - 31 comments
Developing a deft touch with help
My partner, who is poor, has lost part of her source of income. I found out through very gentle prying she has no back-up, and I can easily afford to help her. I would like to do that without creating power asymmetry. [more inside]
Even Artichokes Have Hearts...
Amelie has turned me onto the occasional and random hobby of taking pictures of myself in photo booths.... [more inside]
posted by DisreputableDog at 7:53 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by DisreputableDog at 7:53 PM PST - 12 comments
Snickers Grocery Store Lady Costume?
Maybe everyone else does also, but I want my Halloween costume to be the [candy-bar brand name irrelevant] grocery store lady. "I'm only helping!" [more inside]
Advice in dealing with studs
I need advice on indoor hammock installation. [more inside]
posted by umbú at 7:31 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by umbú at 7:31 PM PST - 4 comments
How to tell which fundraising technique is the best?
How can I tell if it's better to sell raise money as an auction or a raffle? [more inside]
posted by arcticbluejay at 7:28 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by arcticbluejay at 7:28 PM PST - 7 comments
Weird spoofed phone call
Just got a crazy phone call from a spoofed phone number, not sure what to do... [more inside]
What's the 220 V equivalent of a 120 V 40 W lightbulb?
What's the 220 V equivalent of a 120 V 40 W lightbulb? [more inside]
Which nursing education provides the best career opportunities?
Am I limiting my career options in nursing by choosing pediatrics as a specialty? [more inside]
posted by Rewind at 7:12 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Rewind at 7:12 PM PST - 8 comments
Going Insane
Somewhere there's a font or effect for it... [more inside]
posted by Nauip at 7:02 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Nauip at 7:02 PM PST - 7 comments
Please recommend a top-notch immigration lawyer/law firm in Manhattan.
Can someone recommend a good immigration lawyer/law firm in Manhattan? I need someone/practice with deep expertise in H1B and greencard applications(EB1a, EB1b, and NIW). [more inside]
Palate cleansers for a picky reader?
What are some stunning, absorbing novels that won't overlap with my homework? [more inside]
How much does it cost to paint parking stripes?
What is the approximate cost of painting parking stripes on a typical American city block ? [more inside]
HELP! IS MY FUTURE IN FINANCE DOOMED WITH A CRIMINAL RECORD?
Help! Is my future in finance doomed with a criminal record? [more inside]
Drastically reducing your Internet usage. Did it work for you?
Drastically reducing your Internet usage. Did it work for you? [more inside]
Can I cut my cable tv bill but keep my cable internet through Time-Warner?
Can I cancel my cable tv service with Time-Warner, while retaining my cable internet through the same provider? [more inside]
Get my domain name back from a squatter?
Does anyone know a sure-way to get a domain name back? Or a service that really works for getting it back at a reasonable price? [more inside]
Trying to find a name of the movie about a photographer in the Middle East.
Trying to find a name of the movie about a photographer in the Middle East. [more inside]
posted by jasonspaceman at 5:57 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by jasonspaceman at 5:57 PM PST - 4 comments
Preparing for the cold...
I want a women's burgundy-colored hat, scarf, and gloves set. Please hope me. [more inside]
Gift ideas for a truck driver
My husband is a over the road truck driver, need birthday gift ideas. He has a laptop and I have already gotten him a Yahtzee software game for it. Any suggestions for life on the road?
posted by sandyp at 5:34 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by sandyp at 5:34 PM PST - 11 comments
Screwy DHCP server problem
Help me diagnose and fix my Ubuntu DHCP server problem.
I've tried asking a few Linux gurus and either gotten snarled at or ignored, and my google-fu is not getting it (perhaps there is no such problem other than myself). Hope me Metafilter! (detailed more inside) [more inside]
I fear nothing-- except spiders.
I thought that I was over my arachnophobia seven years ago, but today it came back threefold when I heard that brown recluse spiders now reside in New York City (my locale). My rickety old apartment is just teeming with nooks and crannies to worry about. Please help me sleep tonight!! [more inside]
posted by poppyseed at 5:19 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by poppyseed at 5:19 PM PST - 16 comments
She's amazing. How can I thank her?
How can I make my wife feel appreciated when I rarely see her and she's always exhausted? [more inside]
monitor color adjustment
i want to adjust the color of my monitor dvds people appear blueish and navigateing the monitor is apain in the butt i would prefer a convinent program to manage colors any suggestions ?
Help me get the most out of my mobile internet!
I recently upgraded my (De-branded Nokia 6301 with T-Mobile service) dumbphone's service to include unlimited internet, to handle all my messaging and data needs on the go for the same price as what I was spending on text messages.
What are the best (preferably free) apps and websites that will work on this simple a phone? Also, are there any MP3 players/PDAs like the iPod touch that can access the mobile internet on the phone via DUN easily? [more inside]
How to disassemble a Winsted Digital Desk
What kind of screwdriver do I need to disassemble a Winsted Digital Desk? Model E4606 to be precise. [more inside]
posted by sswiller at 5:03 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by sswiller at 5:03 PM PST - 10 comments
Most People Think Most People Are...
Most people think most people are stupid. I hear and read this in person and all over the internet, and it drives me crazy. I want a good retort to this kind of comment. [more inside]
posted by alice_curiouse at 4:34 PM PST - 50 comments
posted by alice_curiouse at 4:34 PM PST - 50 comments
Where do you see the word "HOME"?
I’m looking for as many real-life, able-to-be-photographed appearances of the word “home”. Some good examples would be the home key on a keyboard or the home signage on a sports scoreboard (as in HOME v VISITORS). A homepage icon on a web browser would also work - even though the word might not be written, the symbol’s meaning is instantly recognisable as “home”. I'd liken to avoid using company logos and business names. A great variety of locations, typography, surrounds etc would be ideal. I don’t want to type the word “home” again, so I’m hoping you get what I’m after.
V!@gra, c!@1is, Reductil?
Is there a reliable online pharmacy that will supply sibutramine to Australians? [more inside]
Hard cap is at three bells
Help me put together a royal navy costume I can play ultimate in. [more inside]
Find me the best modern poetry podcast
I'm looking for a podcast on poetry (classical, modern, beat, all of it) where poems are read aloud, parsed, and accompanied by loads of biographical info and context, basically a poetry only version of Entitled Opinions. A search on itunes has not lead to much. I'm really not into a podcast that is simply poetry read aloud, i really want the analysis and insight of a host who really knows what they're talking about. THX.
posted by mcgordonliddy at 4:04 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by mcgordonliddy at 4:04 PM PST - 2 comments
craptastic
My partner and I are making my unhappily single roommate miserable. I don't want to make him unhappy. I also don't want to not be in a relationship. Can this apartment be saved? [more inside]
Destinations near LA and Tucson...
Help me plan this last minute trip! West coast and the south west... [more inside]
Industrial design in coffee makers: why convex hemispheres?
Why is the lid to my coffee carafe designed this way? Moving down the production chain, why is the interface between the brew basket housing and the lid is two two convex hemispheres? [more inside]
posted by ajsheets at 2:39 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by ajsheets at 2:39 PM PST - 8 comments
I need a hotel in Chicago
I need advice and/or a recommendation for a hotel in Chicago. [more inside]
posted by Janta at 2:29 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Janta at 2:29 PM PST - 11 comments
What's that cone-ripping, Sugalumps-like bass?
What's the bass & drum style of Flight of the Conchords Sugalumps, particularly 9th through 15th second of the video, called?
Rhapsody's genres has something called Electro-Funk which includes artists like the Bass Mekanik that include test tones on some albums and Bass Transmission. I'm particularly interested in the sustained low low bass "notes," particularly when combined with higher percussion (snare) in a really danceable, but somewhat slow tempo.
posted by morganw at 2:28 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by morganw at 2:28 PM PST - 10 comments
Where can I get liquid nitrogen in the Bay?
Where can I get a small amount of liquid nitrogen in Berkeley/The East Bay/SF? [more inside]
posted by senseigmg at 1:41 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by senseigmg at 1:41 PM PST - 12 comments
Non-Religious Monastery-Like Living?
Are there monastic type orders that are not affiliated with religions? [more inside]
How do I reset my VirginMobile device?
Does anyone use Virgin Mobile? I have a data card with them (a MiFi device), and I'm trying to replenish minutes with them but don't remember my PIN, also I can't get any of the security recovery questions right. Calling up was not helpful at all. Short of getting a new device, is there anyway to reset this? Ideally I'd like to just reset this device and setup a new account on it, but I can't figure out how. [more inside]
Blind Taste Test of Brewing Methods
Has anyone ever heard of a blind taste test for coffee preperation methods? [more inside]
iPhone 'other category in iTunes: what does it mean?
Itunes tells me my iPhone has 1.06gB 'other' used space [as opposed to audio/video/apps/photos]. How do I discover *exactly* what this other is comprised of? [more inside]
posted by dash_slot- at 1:07 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by dash_slot- at 1:07 PM PST - 14 comments
How do I game the frequent flyer mile system?
I'm starting a new job where I'll be traveling a lot, and I want to get the most out of the frequent flyer/ hotel miles. What do I need to know? [more inside]
posted by dontmesswithseth at 1:05 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by dontmesswithseth at 1:05 PM PST - 14 comments
I want to change careers, but not sure what to change it to.
I think i'm not in the right career. I've sorta worked hard, and i've been pretty successful, but overall, i'm really not inspired to keep working in the same area. I'd like suggestions for lateral career move - one where i can use my skills in strategy consulting, marketing, facilitation, and presentation. But in a role or industry where it doesn't feel so pointless. [more inside]
He wants a wedding and I don't. Help!
The thought of planning a wedding makes me (female, mid-twenties) want to break out into hives. Problem: my (male, mid-twenties) partner LOVES weddings and desperately wants one. HELP! [more inside]
I just took a job. Should I continue looking for a better one?
I just took a job. Should I continue looking for a better one? [more inside]
Basic boring black shoe?
Suggest a basic black leather men's shoe to wear with jeans? [more inside]
Is there an app for it?
Is there a Mac app to convert OpenOffice documents to Word? [more inside]
Please help me fix this faucet fast!
I took apart the tub faucet. Now I don't know what to do, and Mr. Cyndigo will be home in two hours. HELP! [more inside]
posted by cyndigo at 12:12 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by cyndigo at 12:12 PM PST - 10 comments
Space case
How do I keep my cool with houseguests...if one of them is my boyfriend? [more inside]
TAKE YOUR DIRTY HANDS OFF MY UMTHONDO WISIZWE!
I don't understand it - - the whole of the internet is abuzz about the new Die Antwoord song "Evil Boy" but when I try and find a copy of it on 12", I come up empty. Where the hell can I find it? Can I find it? [more inside]
posted by orville sash at 11:50 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by orville sash at 11:50 AM PST - 4 comments
No, Really, What do you do with a BA in English?
Give my seemingly futile job search some direction, please! [more inside]
posted by SansPoint at 11:43 AM PST - 42 comments
posted by SansPoint at 11:43 AM PST - 42 comments
Lasik surgery for a martial artist or prescription goggles?
Lasik surgery vs prescription sports goggles? [more inside]
Canadian Small Business Accounting Solution on a Mac
I need an accounting solution for small business. Difficult: in Canada. More difficult: on a Mac. [more inside]
Flash! huh! yeah, what is it good for?
Does anybody (in the top-tier creative-professional/digital artist) really use Flash anymore? I'm talking about the timeline-based-vector-animation-only side of Flash - not the ActionScript side. I'm teaching a (somewhat condensed/potentially fast-paced) class in media production - is it really worth it for the students to learn the vector-animation if it's really no longer something widely used in the creative industry (esp. when there are much better options)? [more inside]
Barn Wedding.
It looks very much like we're going to have our wedding in a barn. We're purloining every aspect of it from someplace, which includes willing mefites. Hit me with ideas, page suggestions, etc, to make it both interesting and beautiful.
Note: Barn is very large, and very old.
It is a small budget, but we're crafty, so hit me with all sorts of ideas, costly or otherwise.
All the thanks in the world to you for helping.
posted by Arquimedez Pozo at 10:32 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by Arquimedez Pozo at 10:32 AM PST - 36 comments
Help Me Record a Live Screencast that is Stored In the Cloud
What (if any) solutions are out there to record a Live Screencast, and have this screencast stored *in the cloud* immediately? [more inside]
Thoughtful Details for Post-Surgery Recovery
What sorts of things made your surgery recovery period more comfortable? My partner is undergoing laparoscopic surgery to have her gallbladder removed soon. Help me make a list of some things I can do to take better care of her and make her life easier as she recovers. [more inside]
Your favorite Facebook businesses, please
Please post examples of businesses, anywhere on earth, using Facebook in a very effective way. I'd very much prefer examples of businesses **you** watch and use and the reasons **you** really like how that business uses Facebook. (I'm really not interested in examples of businesses using Facebook in a poor way - I can find those without help!) I'm looking for great examples to show a business owner friend who is not quite using Facebook effectively.
Do I tell her about this ghost?
Should I tell my near-fiance about my inability to forget someone else? [more inside]
Help me build a case for breast-reduction surgery!
Breast-reduction surgery has been my unreachable dream for nearly twenty years now. At long last, finally armed with half-decent insurance, I've reached the point where they haven't said yes yet, but they also haven't said no. But now, how to proceed? [more inside]
Menus, Menus, Menus
[Web/HTML/Java-filter] - Trying to make menu's in CS5 Dreamweaver. Of course.... [more inside]
I want this one to go to 11
Help me restore this amazing Orville by Gibson ES-175 to it's former glory. [more inside]
I want to be an Inspector Gadget filmmaker – pimp out my trip around the world (clothing, technology etc)
This is a big question. I'm doing a project, traveling around the world (map) for up to 12 months. 4 days in each city, then moving on. While traveling (bus/train) I'll be editing footage from the previous location, then uploading it to the website. I want to make sure I'm going with the best/easiest equipment to travel with, from shoes and shirts to cameras and computers (and everything else!). What should I bring with me?! [more inside]
Rub a dub dub... not in this tub
What to do with a clawfoot tub while I wait for the landlord to re-enamel it? [more inside]
posted by lizbunny at 9:55 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by lizbunny at 9:55 AM PST - 11 comments
Research cost tracking
My research group currently tracks our expenses (for lab supplies, travel, etc.) by printing copies of receipts and then manually tallying them in an Excel spreadsheet. Can anyone recommend a web service that will make this process easier? We'd prefer something free (or self-hosted), but are open to low-cost options as well. [more inside]
delivery tips
My wife is due to deliver our first child in 2 weeks or so. What sorts of things do we need to take to the hospital? [more inside]
Puzzle which can be arranged to look like anything you like!
I am looking for the name of a puzzle (possibly of Japanese origin) the pieces of which can be arranged to look like any image you like. [more inside]
posted by kenaman at 9:20 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by kenaman at 9:20 AM PST - 6 comments
how to connect up the home?
[maryland.ia]: cable, internet, phone - help me figure it out, please! [more inside]
posted by anya32 at 8:45 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by anya32 at 8:45 AM PST - 3 comments
I don't need Magenta to print black text!
My HP deskjet 8000's printer drivers won't allow me to print at all when 1 color of ink is out. Yes, even if I only want to print in black and white. Aside from going back and time and telling me not to buy this POS, can you help me? Are there hacked drivers? [more inside]
posted by fontophilic at 8:37 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by fontophilic at 8:37 AM PST - 14 comments
Hell is being a vegan in Green Bay
Vegan care package for a male college freshman: Products? Mail order sites? GO! [more inside]
posted by Madamina at 8:34 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by Madamina at 8:34 AM PST - 21 comments
Is shared ownership a good deal for the buyer?
Is shared ownership a good deal for the buyer? [more inside]
My architect is incompetent and I want my money back.
Would it be unethical and/or illegal to tell the architect I will file a formal complaint with the state licensing board unless he gives me a refund? [more inside]
How to Make a Cookbook
Help me not be a constipated mess.
I need some action down South, if you know what I mean! (And for those of you who don't know what I mean, I'm talking regularity and constipation.) OH YEAH! [more inside]
Where can I find a simple, square, ceiling light for my kitchen?
I'm hunting for a ceiling light for my kitchen... I really like the way light tables look, and want to find one (2' x 3' or so, with a wooden frame, available in, or shippable to, Toronto) that I can invert and hang from my ceiling. Google has failed me. Help?
Note: doesn't actually have to be a light table. Could be a fixture that looks like a light table. That would be preferable, actually.
posted by lizifer at 6:41 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by lizifer at 6:41 AM PST - 3 comments
Will there be an upgrade of "Samsung Galaxy S" from Android 2.1 to Android 2.2?
Will there be an upgrade of "Samsung Galaxy S" from Android 2.1 to Android 2.2? If yes, the most important question WHEN?
Will it depends on the carriers or universal?
How to handle theft in an apartment building?
How to handle theft in an apartment building? [more inside]
USB givin' me headaches
Why won't USB drives (thumb, external) won't work on my new PC? [more inside]
Chia Seeds
Can anyone tell me if chia seeds are unsuitable for breast feeding mothers
posted by the noob at 6:08 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by the noob at 6:08 AM PST - 7 comments
A need to buy
Help me find a way to purchase this home in MA -- another buyer has filed an intent to purchase, but has not signed the Purchase and sales agreement. home inspection has been completed. Seller is willing to sell to me, the dual real estate agent says no. [more inside]
Mountain View to San Francisco: Take The "A" Train?
Since the Bridge School Benefit Concert will be on while I'm visiting San Francisco, I would really like to go (to both nights). Options for getting home afterwards seem limited, though, since CalTrain doesn't run very late. [more inside]
48 hours to solve email problem
Need help/solution in 48 hours to solve outlook express email problem for ill friend? [more inside]
Is cruising in neutral really saving me gas?
I drive a 2003 Manual-Transmission Honda Element, and I've gotten into the habit of shifting into neutral at every opportunity, usually when I'm at the top of a large hill. I do this under the impression that this is saving me gas, but I'm curious about the specifics. [more inside]
Which banjo should I buy?
What to look out for when buying a banjo? [more inside]
posted by Cantdosleepy at 2:45 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Cantdosleepy at 2:45 AM PST - 8 comments
How to support a colleague going through a divorce
A colleague is going through a divorce. He told our boss and me that his wife left him last week. I feel really sorry for him. What should I do to support him through this period? [more inside]
posted by bbyboi at 2:36 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by bbyboi at 2:36 AM PST - 12 comments
Circular LED Displays?
Circular multi-segment LED displays? Who makes them? [more inside]
Marriage? That's for life! It's like cement!
How can I convince myself that I don't need a wedding? Details inside. [more inside]
October 12
Help me "pass" my psychological evaluation.
Help me "pass" my psychological evaluation. [more inside]
Is the Fit a fit?
From Element to...Fit? Help me make an informed car choice. [more inside]
ideas for theme baskets
looking for ideas for themed christmas baskets/presents [more inside]
posted by addelburgh at 9:52 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by addelburgh at 9:52 PM PST - 5 comments
Monitor or projector?
My wife lectures in a dusty and sometimes harshly sunny environment (barns) to groups of 15 to 20 people, and needs a way to show videos. [more inside]
Sitting=Doom, Kneeling=??
Sitting: latest addition to the list of things that are OMG BAD for you. So I wondered, what about kneeling? [more inside]
posted by blue_bicycle at 9:06 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by blue_bicycle at 9:06 PM PST - 16 comments
Does the Biggest Loser promote eating disorders?
Has there been any research done on how programs like The Biggest Loser contribute to eating disorders (in the contestants or viewers)? [more inside]
posted by prairiecatherine at 8:09 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by prairiecatherine at 8:09 PM PST - 7 comments
Help me deal with this awful work environment.
Need coping mechanisms and/or advice for dealing with an often times soul-crushing work environment that I can't get out of for at least 1-2 years. [more inside]
I want to put a light on my bike helmet.
I want to put a light on my bike helmet. Do you have any specific products or strategies to recommend? [more inside]
Leptin doctor?
Can someone recommend a "leptin aware" doctor, nutritionist, or dietitian in Philadelphia? [more inside]
Bench Press Goal
I'm doing Starting strength and I have just begun. Right now my bench press is at 90lbs. What would be a reasonable goal for my bench press by the end of the year? [more inside]
posted by josher71 at 7:45 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by josher71 at 7:45 PM PST - 11 comments
Help identifying Eurythmics sample song
Need help identifying an early 90s white label dance remix/mash up. Features samples from the Eurythmics' "Sweet Dreams" and Supertramps' "Dreamer." [more inside]
Musical Mind Grapes
[get this song out of my brain filter] What is this airy (possibly Dirty Projectors) song? [more inside]
posted by allymusiqua at 7:24 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by allymusiqua at 7:24 PM PST - 2 comments
From the kitchen to the real thing.
How much does it cost to bring a new (non-alcoholic) beverage to market? [more inside]
Driving through Maine
What should I do between Waterville and Brunswick, Maine tomorrow afternoon? [more inside]
iPhone wakeup call without disturbing my SO?
My job in IT means being on call overnight. Pages come from SMS messages and the occasional phone calls. The problem: they wake up my partner. Help me find a way to wake up when I'm paged without waking her up too! [more inside]
Location, location, location... Domain name listings by owner?
I'm looking for a site which takes information from domain name registries and compiles it... Specifically, I'd like to be able to enter a name, company name or email address and see what domain names they own. [more inside]
posted by meindee at 7:15 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by meindee at 7:15 PM PST - 2 comments
My mind likes to dwell on the negative
Help me get over my obsessive feelings of bitterness regarding setbecks and disagreements. Whenever I face an external setback that I can't solely blame on myself, I start mentally obsessing over the issue, dwelling on it, playing out multiple outlandish potential resolutions in my head, & leads to procrastinating on important unrelated issues & generally feeling unproductive. [more inside]
Colors
Help settle a friendly bet regarding color! Fabric photo inside. [more inside]
Wither my ideal dental professional?
Toronto Dentist Filter: Metafilter, which Toronto dentist should I visit to best deal with my particular tooth-related situation? [more inside]
Help me keep my ride going
Help me to not pluck my eyes out in my effort to find suitable Medigap insurance. [more inside]
posted by angrycat at 5:17 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by angrycat at 5:17 PM PST - 3 comments
Help me understand Danny Boyle's "Sunshine"
Help me understand the metaphor behind the "monster" in Danny Boyle's "Sunshine." I found this a stunning film, but the appearance of the "zombie" took my experience off-track and genre-shifted it. I understand that this was a significant element, but why? And what does it signify (for you?) I watched it years ago, and it's still bugging me!
posted by andreinla at 4:56 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by andreinla at 4:56 PM PST - 24 comments
Help me organise an excellent Melbourne Cup sweep
How to not get screwed by the dealer
selling car to dealership question [more inside]
Where Jason Voorhees won't get us...
We need a new camping spot... outside of NYC. [more inside]
Help me name this Brazilian movie!
Help me remember the name of a Brazilian movie (in Portuguese) in which a young man, hired by his wealthy dentist, becomes a hitman / "security guard." I watched it on Sundance Channel about a year ago. [more inside]
posted by camcol at 4:29 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by camcol at 4:29 PM PST - 2 comments
I fought the Philadelphia Parking Authority, the PPA won?
Philadelphia residents, what's the likelihood of contesting Philadelphia Parking Authority tickets in court and winning? I'd like to not pay the tickets, but don't want to be hit with court fees and increased fines if I lose. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 4:17 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by anonymous at 4:17 PM PST - 14 comments
What's a good first date bar in Cambridge/Somerville?
What's a good bar to take a first date for a drink in Cambridge/Somerville MA? [more inside]
How do you get jobs or work as a contractor for insurance companies?
How do you work as a sub contractor for insurance companies? [more inside]
runners knee not fully healed. I don't know how to ask my doc for help.
during training for my last marathon I've been having trouble with my left knee giving out and being extremely painful in the end, so about five weeks I got an MRI done. the recommendation my doc gave me was to not run at all for four weeks. it has now been five weeks and while I am pain free I am hesitant to pick up my training again because I don't feel it's working properly again. I am not sure how to communicate what my problem is to my doc and what to ask for. [more inside]
It sounds like a satellite phone.
A week and a half ago, I bought an iPhone 4, thus switching to AT&T for the first time. Now, when people call me on the iPhone, there is a lag of a couple of seconds between when I stop talking and when they hear me, or vice-versa. The result of this is that we end up talking over one another, or saying "HELLO?" to one another, thinking that they other has not heard what I/they just said, when we are really just waiting out the delay. [more inside]
Automobile seating for five
Looking for a reliable, economical used vehicle that seats at least five. [more inside]
posted by Pater Aletheias at 3:27 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Pater Aletheias at 3:27 PM PST - 14 comments
A chapter of my very own...
I'm an environmental scientist. I just received an email from a group called "Intech Open Access Publisher", referencing one of my papers, and asking me if I'd like to submit a chapter for a book. My first thoughts were "Oh man, I didn't think that paper was that great...". My second thoughts were "Hmm...I bet this is a form email sent out to thousands of researchers based on a keyword search, and it may well be a waste of time to submit an abstract." Has anyone else had experience in this sort of thing? Is it legit?
posted by Jimbob at 2:49 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Jimbob at 2:49 PM PST - 8 comments
Keep it fresh!
How do I best store my food so it neither goes bad nor attracts fruit flies? [more inside]
posted by ocherdraco at 2:08 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by ocherdraco at 2:08 PM PST - 28 comments
bulgur is bulgur?
The bulgur wheat that I got from a bulk bin looks very different from the bulgur wheat my husband bought in a bag. [more inside]
posted by Koko at 1:53 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Koko at 1:53 PM PST - 9 comments
How can I re-live working at summer camp?
I really loved working at overnight summer camp in the mountains when I was a freshman and sophomore in college. Are there any similar jobs or volunteering gigs or programs that can help me re-live that sort of "camp" experience as an adult, and on the weekends during the year? [more inside]
Gift for someone moving to Thailand?
What's a good gift for a dear friend moving from the United States to Thailand? [more inside]
posted by Cailifetsipe at 1:28 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Cailifetsipe at 1:28 PM PST - 10 comments
It burns! It burns! (my lcd projector lens)
Our classroom lcd projector was left on for too long and the lens was burned, according to our tech. This makes everything it projects have a yellowish tinge. Is there any way to adjust the output on a mac mini to compensate for this? [more inside]
posted by craniac at 1:24 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by craniac at 1:24 PM PST - 8 comments
A Nintendo64 in NYC?
How can I buy a Nintendo64 in person in NYC?
Are there any stores with older game systems? Have you seen them anywhere? (Posted for my wife)
Looking to get a large gauge piercing instead of stretching. Anyone here done this?
Large gauge piercing vs. Stretching: Who's had it done, and what's the healing process like? [more inside]
posted by bobby_newmark at 1:15 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by bobby_newmark at 1:15 PM PST - 15 comments
How dangerous are non-rocket motorcycles?
How dangerous are non-rocket motorcycles? I am not looking to tool around 100mph+ here, just thinking about getting one to use in a city and single lane country highways. [more inside]
posted by brocklanders at 1:15 PM PST - 45 comments
posted by brocklanders at 1:15 PM PST - 45 comments
Lower iPad brightness?
Force iPad brightness lower than its lowest manual setting? [more inside]
posted by sparrows at 1:03 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by sparrows at 1:03 PM PST - 11 comments
Haunted by Halloween
Halloween is sneaking up fast and I need some help with makeup ideas and sources.
Every year my niece and I create a Halloween costume for her. It's a fun tradition, She has frequently been something princess related, but this year she is going as a ghost. (She is 15) [more inside]
Reliable online pharmacies with consults?
Looking for an online pharmacy that is not likely to sell sugar pills instead of real meds, and offers online consultations. [more inside]
posted by mccn at 12:13 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by mccn at 12:13 PM PST - 6 comments
Help us understand the crack epidemic of the 80s and 90s.
My son is doing research on the crack epidemic of the 80s and 90s and we're having trouble locating source material. [more inside]
Help me help myself through college
This weekend I spent time in the hospital for suicidal ideation, anxiety and depression. I wasn't able to make an appointment to see my regular doctor until Thursday. In the meantime I'm still on the (ineffective medication) as well as Ativan. This is not a medical question, rather I need some guidance on how to handle school. [more inside]
posted by lizjohn at 11:37 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by lizjohn at 11:37 AM PST - 20 comments
Medical tourism a way to fix my hand?
I've got a minor case of Hansen's disease, which involves contracture of tendons on the hands. Would it be cheaper to get this fixed in another medical system than the US? [more inside]
posted by diode at 11:36 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by diode at 11:36 AM PST - 11 comments
GiftIdeaFilter - moving away gift.
A good friend is moving to Santa Clara, CA in a couple months. Help me get him something that doesn't rhyme with "rift bard." [more inside]
I blame my father - I have the same teeth as him!
So. I think I have an gum abscess. What happens after an extraction? Questions inside for anyone who has had one and anyone who needed a dentist while unemployed [more inside]
Is user generated content owned by the webmaster or the creator of the content?
Is user generated content (ie meta filter discussion) owned by the webmaster or the creator of the content? [more inside]
posted by msoffab at 11:00 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by msoffab at 11:00 AM PST - 13 comments
wakey wakey
Does this iPhone/Android app exist: an alarm clock in which you very quickly enter the alarm time numerically via a 10-key pad? [more inside]
posted by randomstriker at 10:50 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by randomstriker at 10:50 AM PST - 5 comments
Transitioning business models.
Are there any businesses that successfully transitioned from brick-and-mortar to completely online? [more inside]
posted by fryman at 10:48 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by fryman at 10:48 AM PST - 21 comments
Art class modeling?
Has anyone here tried modeling for art classes? [more inside]
need a lighter repaired
Does anyone know a place in Toronto that would -- quickly and well -- repair this old lighter? It's for a birthday present. Picture attached... [more inside]
Broken eyeglass etiquette - who should pay?
Who is at fault and who should pay for the expensive broken eyeglasses to be fixed? [more inside]
posted by stealabove at 10:36 AM PST - 59 comments
posted by stealabove at 10:36 AM PST - 59 comments
Do I need a college degree to become an illustrator?
Is it possible to become a freelance illustrator without a college degree? [more inside]
posted by morning_television at 10:28 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by morning_television at 10:28 AM PST - 9 comments
Raw food lifestyle with a family (and a budget)... help!
My wife and I have decided we'd like to make some fairly big changes to our eating habits. We eat relatively healthy as it is, but we'd like to set a goal of eating at least 51% "raw foods". We're a bit overwhelmed and would love some recommendations for recipe books, meal planning, grocery shopping, etc. [more inside]
posted by jluce50 at 10:27 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by jluce50 at 10:27 AM PST - 17 comments
Is there life past iPhone?
I'm considering jumping ship from the iPhone. Android is the natural choice, but I'd love to hear from someone who went from iPhone to (gulp) non-smartphone! I'd consider getting a 3G laptop card or a netbook and just a regular phone if there were cost savings in it, but I wonder if I'm too used to the iPhone. Can it be done??? (contains some swearing and anti-Apple rhetoric). [more inside]
I want to stop limping!
What I think is my Achilles Tendon or is in that area at least started hurting like crazy on my right foot when I walk. I would like to see a doctor about this but my health insurance has a super high deductible, and is mainly to keep an unforeseen emergency from bankrupting me. How can I have someone check this out where it won't cost me an arm and a leg, is there some kind of clinic I can go to? Mid 20s, located in LA.
I got my dream gown from...?
I'm looking for a vendor for a Dream Gown promotion, can you help? [more inside]
Fun things to do in West Palm Beach, FLA
What are some fun, unique things to do in and around West Palm Beach, FLA? [more inside]
Get us working
How to encourage more people in our group to voice their opinions to balance out some stronger characters? [more inside]
posted by hannahlambda at 9:13 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by hannahlambda at 9:13 AM PST - 15 comments
Boiling it down to the essentials.
What are your favorite interviews, talks, etc.? [more inside]
Yngwie Dragonclip Fogriffs?
What's the Yngwie Malmsteen song that has as its music video the band singing on a sort of foam castle set, where a wizard keeps wandering around and eventually a largish dragon puppet menaces the humans with bursts of fog? And if you know where to find it online, could you link it? Thanks!
posted by nicolas léonard sadi carnot at 8:55 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by nicolas léonard sadi carnot at 8:55 AM PST - 2 comments
How to clean fur?
Two-part question. 1. How to tell if something is real fur or fake? And in either case, how do I clean it? [more inside]
Going rate for web writing?
I have a job opportunity to write for a blog--a web site somewhat similar to Gawker. The founder of the site doesn't know what the going rate is per post and I don't either. Any insight? [more inside]
How do gay pride mailing lists work out at work?
Do you have a mailing list at your place of work, for gay people to chat with other gay people on? A pride list, as it is commonly known. What are your experiences of it? Do you know anything about how it was originally set up? How does it work for you; what are the pros and cons of such a mailing list in the workplace? [more inside]
Broken philodendron leaves - can they be saved?
Bought a philodendron and somehow managed to bend two of the leaves to the point of breaking them on the subway journey home. How should I handle this? Should I trim off the dead, drooping part, and if so, will it eventually fill back in to the standard leaf shape? Or is there some way to glue it so it will eventually fuse back together? [more inside]
posted by coupdefoudre at 8:35 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by coupdefoudre at 8:35 AM PST - 10 comments
Embedded Images
Is their a service that would allow me to upload my images and embed them into my website in a particular style (see this link for a crude mock-up). I also want the ability for the user to click on an image and for a bigger version to appear (using jQuery or some other javacript library). [more inside]
posted by nam3d at 8:31 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by nam3d at 8:31 AM PST - 5 comments
Also, why isn't mIRC in there?
Classic Internet Challenge: name that logo! [more inside]
posted by harperpitt at 8:23 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by harperpitt at 8:23 AM PST - 2 comments
Where have all the transfolk gone?
I need statistical estimates on sex reassignment surgeries in the United States.... [more inside]
posted by WidgetAlley at 8:09 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by WidgetAlley at 8:09 AM PST - 7 comments
How do I pick a car to buy?
I am considering buying a car, but I have little idea what kind I want. [more inside]
Religious food storage v hoarding laws?
How do religious folk who practice food storage as part of preparedness beliefs and customs deal with actual instances of widespread food shortages? [more inside]
posted by Ahab at 7:46 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Ahab at 7:46 AM PST - 15 comments
Written two part harmonies
Help me find online (or other) sources of written out two part vocal harmonies. [more inside]
What happens if I change jobs during maternity leave?
I’m on maternity leave. Another employer has contacted me about the possibility of a job. I would prefer this potential job to my current job. What legal and financial issues (such as having to repay insurance costs incurred during my leave) should I expect to face if I take the new job and don't return to the current job from maternity leave? [more inside]
Mandolin slicers for dummies!
Please help me find the mandolin slicer to end all mandolin slicers! Bonus points if you can find me one under $100. [more inside]
daed si luap
Help me isolate the subliminal messages in this song. [more inside]
posted by FatherDagon at 7:11 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by FatherDagon at 7:11 AM PST - 5 comments
How to get the best bang for my buck in a notebook?
What's a powerful notebook for a traveling gamer? [more inside]
It's on the web, but I want it in my pocket. Sort of as a book.
What's the best / easiest way to process / format material I've downloaded or copied from the web to read on Apple's Books app? On a Kindle? If I format for the Kindle, would the material be synced on both devices if I use the Kindle iPhone app as my reader? I've been using Calibre to rip ePubs, but there has to be an easier way than what I'm doing, which takes forever. [more inside]
Mid-Century Eames Feet
I am refurbishing a Herman Miller molded fiberglass chair and need some replacement feet. Where can I get these or an acceptable replacement? I know about Hume Modern but don't know which, if any, of the feet they offer will work for this chair. And how do I remove the broken ones?
Help me help a bunch of kids become nerds like me!
Does anyone have recommendations for great OS X applications for computers that are stationed in a daycare's preschool classrooms? I'm taking on the task of reinstalling four Mac Minis in my daughter's daycare, and am looking for ideas about the best software (freeware or inexpensive shareware/payware) for kids between the ages of 2 1/2 and 5 years old. [more inside]
Do all of these affiliate marketers make money?
Are all these online affiliate marketers making money and am I jsut being jealous because I haven't done anything like it yet? [more inside]
You give me a recipe and make me a Puff Daddy?
I bought a box of frozen puff pastry. I live alone. Please help me make it into delcious meals for one, preferably with leftovers I can bring for lunch the next day (so, serves 4 might be ok). Savory and sweet. (I'm already hoping an apple thing, and maybe an apples/walnuts/cheese thing) [more inside]
Saving firefox search history
Is it possible to access my search history from the google box in firefox?
I would like to get a flat text file containing all the search querys I have made since last history cleanup.
Can people really be friends at work - disillusioned here.
Should I talk to my new superior “B” (also my friend who this question is about) about what I’ve found out about her clandestine strategic maneuvering? I’ve done nothing so far, but I’d love to query the hive mind for suggestions. [more inside]
Online resources for a cross-stitch newbie
I'm getting really interested in cross-stitch. Problem: I haven't actually done any since my grandmother first taught me when I was 7. What are some great online resources that'll help me get back into the swing of things? [more inside]
posted by Catseye at 3:36 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Catseye at 3:36 AM PST - 12 comments
Is there a 'Football Weekly' for American football?
Does something like the Guardian's 'Football Weekly' podcast exist for American football? [more inside]
posted by starzero at 3:17 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by starzero at 3:17 AM PST - 8 comments
How to cope with a noisy workplace?
I work as a web developer in an open space, and unfortunately, I am the type of developers who needs silence in order to concentrate on my code.
This is a small startup, where people leave their music, ringtones, and other noisy devices, open. There's noise through the whole day, and I'm having difficulties to be productive.
I've informed my managers about this, but since they are quite happy with background music, they've disregarded my requests and needs.
How do you cope with such a situation? Are you aware of any good corporate "noise policy"? What do you think I should do?
Heating a very cold art studio
I have an art studo that is going to get extremely cold during this winter but I need to keep using it. It's in an old factory, concrete walls and floor, relatively high ceilings (great in summer, not so in winter). I know that I will need to insulate as much as possible - windows, stop drafts etc - but I'm unsure about the best way to heat it once it is suitably closed up. [more inside]
A good way of saving for children in the UK?
My parents have kindly offered to help us save for when our two children are older. They're around ten now, and my parents would like to help us pay for further education if they choose it in another six to ten years time. We'll be saving around £5,000 a year for the next few years. What solutions have you found for making saving for kids easy? Recommendations for particular products and companies are welcome. [more inside]
Who to go to for copying Civil War-era tintypes (L.A. area)?
I've inherited several tintypes of ancestors of mine from the mid 19th century. I would like to make copies of the images, but don't want to attempt this myself. Is there anyone you would recommend for this, preferably in greater L.A.? [more inside]
October 11
Album covers with a painted hand?
Albumfilter: I seem to recall an album that had mostly a painted hand on the cover. It would have been out before 1992 (I am pretty sure I heard it around then.) For some reason I seem to remember the hand was painted red/white/blue, but I could be mistaken.
Am I hallucinating or is my memory just going?
posted by joshu at 11:53 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by joshu at 11:53 PM PST - 5 comments
After Halo, now what?
What other games would my Halo obsessed Dad like? [more inside]
Help me save this dress I plan to ruin!
I bought a pretty white satin dress for halloween. Part of my costume is that I have to put fake blood all over it, since I'm going as Carrie. However, I'm starting to get really sad that I am going to ruin this dress, as I like the idea of wearing it for other things too. Is there any recipe for fake blood I can use that will wash out easily. Or is there any way I can rescue the dress afterwards? I was planning on making my fake blood with corn syrup and red/green food coloring.
How to find a movie title from remembered details?
How to find a movie title, given plot details? On the web, without bothering humans. [more inside]
What amazing sport-specific skills do you know about?
I just read that Archie Manning could throw a football from one end of an end zone to the other, and that JaMarcus Russell can throw 75 yards while on one knee. What other amazing sport-specific skills do you know about? [more inside]
To CRV or not to CRV?
Should I get a 2010 Honda CRV or a 2010 Toyota Rav-4? [more inside]
posted by wuzandfuzz at 9:51 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by wuzandfuzz at 9:51 PM PST - 18 comments
Robots and CS majors and parties, oh my!
Help me throw a crazy, wild, and epic party! For nerds. Money is not an issue. [more inside]
posted by mokudekiru at 8:19 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by mokudekiru at 8:19 PM PST - 25 comments
What kinds of watches does Hilary wear?
What kind of wristwatches does Hilary Clinton (or, more broadly, powerful female politicians) wear? [more inside]
What techniques do you use to make glitch art?
What are some techniques you use to make glitch art? [more inside]
posted by muffins at 7:24 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by muffins at 7:24 PM PST - 13 comments
How deep it was, How deep.
What depth are the lines of my septic system supposed to be? I live in CT where the frost line is about 36" and the septic lines and D-boxes are only about 24" deep. In none of the books about septic systems does it mention what depth these lines to the leach field are supposed to be. I guess the water coming out the septic tank is warmed by the tank itself, but at ten degrees below zero, I should think that the water would at least freeze in the D-boxes.
posted by mearls at 7:23 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by mearls at 7:23 PM PST - 2 comments
Looking for a 'Wow, that was nice' birthday in Tokyo.
My wife's birthday is next Wednesday, and it seems I've also got the day off. I'm looking for fun things to do in or around Tokyo for a birthday extravaganza. [more inside]
How do we stop our cat from drinking out of the toilet?
After successfully toilet training our four-month-old kitten, she now drinks out of the toilet. It's kind of gross, and my boyfriend and I want to stop this habit as soon as possible. [more inside]
How can I cover a tree in lights? In the middle of nowhere?
What's the best way to string a tree with Christmas lights? Oh yeah, it's out in the middle of nowhere. [more inside]
posted by niles at 6:54 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by niles at 6:54 PM PST - 9 comments
Waiter, there's a roach in my coffee!
My beloved Keurig has become infested by roaches. HELP ME! [more inside]
Help me name my dog business
Help me name my dog business, mostly training, maybe also a boarding kennel, a store... I also do a lot of volunteer work and fostering for rescue groups. [more inside]
Not wearing your hearing aids
Will not wearing my hearing aids make me deaf? [more inside]
posted by wayland at 6:04 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by wayland at 6:04 PM PST - 2 comments
Why Didn't I Think of This Before I Bought Them?
I bought these two new shirts for work. I love them, but their fluffiness and length makes figuring out what to wear with them more of a challenge than I expected. I've only thought of one decent combination: straight skirt with boyfriend length sweater and a shirt. (My workplace is conservative, meaning suits and skirts or pants with blazers are the norm. Bare arms won't work.)
Thoughts, fashion hivemind?
posted by bearwife at 5:58 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by bearwife at 5:58 PM PST - 9 comments
Curse my feeble memory
Trying to find a book I read in high school with only a few vague details [more inside]
posted by cozenedindigo at 5:40 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by cozenedindigo at 5:40 PM PST - 8 comments
These boots were made for walkin...at work?
Need recommendations for work-friendly outfits that go with a new pair of boots. Relevant links & pics within. [more inside]
posted by shortskirtlongjacket at 4:59 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by shortskirtlongjacket at 4:59 PM PST - 5 comments
How to get my girlfriend to help out with her share of the house cleaning?
How to get my girlfriend to help out with her share of the house cleaning? [more inside]
advice for buying a used ps3?
Advice for buying a used ps3 on craigslist? [more inside]
posted by milestogo at 4:45 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by milestogo at 4:45 PM PST - 6 comments
How to harden a VPN?
Tips for hardening a VPN running Ubuntu 10.04 LTS? Config tips to make things efficient? [more inside]
Fair, honest website prices
What's a fair price for a website, these days? [more inside]
posted by fvox13 at 4:29 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by fvox13 at 4:29 PM PST - 9 comments
Why is my fast internet so crappy?
Help me troubleshoot my internet connection so that I can avoid taking time off work to sit around waiting for a tech from the cable company! (please?) [more inside]
Should we make piano students coming to our home sign a waiver?
Should we make piano students coming to our home sign a waiver? [more inside]
posted by sisquoc15 at 4:08 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by sisquoc15 at 4:08 PM PST - 8 comments
I want a divorce, he's got no problem with the divorce, so show me the money.
My husband has agreed that we should be divorced and has agreed in e-mail several times over several months to pay the court/filing and paralegal fees for this NY non-contested divorce with no kids or property. But he lives out of the country (I live in the US, he lives in Brazil), and I can't seem to actually get him to get me the money. I'm looking for help with strategies to get the funds (around $700 in total). [more inside]
Please help me identify this science fiction story.
SciFi PlotFilter: Ship full of kids acts as interplanetary exterminators [more inside]
posted by oats at 3:22 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by oats at 3:22 PM PST - 3 comments
When is Apple likely to start selling refurb 4th gen ipod touches and for how much?
When are refurbished models of the latest generation ipod touches likely to go on sale from Apple? How much are they probably going to cost? I realize this isn't an exact science, but educated guesses based on the history of refurbished ipod touches (or any other insight) would be helpful. Thanks!
posted by andoatnp at 3:05 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by andoatnp at 3:05 PM PST - 6 comments
How can I find out how my credit card company classifies merchants?
My credit card gives me 5% cash back for buying from "electronics stores, grocery stores and department stores". How do I know what stores fall into those categories? [more inside]
posted by d(-_-)b at 2:53 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by d(-_-)b at 2:53 PM PST - 11 comments
It's not you, it's me
How did you end your marriage, how do you tell your spouse in the kindest possible way? How would you want to be told? [more inside]
Help me replace my bad habit with a good or at least neutral one
Help me choose and develop a new OCD habit/tic that doesn't involve self-mutilation. [more inside]
Online form-to-text-document application?
Is there a free online service that allows me to create a form that, when the fields are filled in, generates a text document with both questions and answers that can be printed out?
Flour tortillas at home?
How do I make decent (but preferably great) flour tortillas at home? [more inside]
posted by pianoboy at 2:26 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by pianoboy at 2:26 PM PST - 12 comments
Wilson stop off L train-- safety?
I've just moved to Bushwick, Off the Wilson Stop of L train ---> I feel okay, but learned that there has been two shootings nearby in the past week. I also found the crime map telling me there's a lot of shooting going on here. Along with robbery. I am 5'2", Asian female. [more inside]
posted by atetrachordofthree at 1:53 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by atetrachordofthree at 1:53 PM PST - 35 comments
How do I write a good psychology article critique?
Can you give me advice on how to write a critique of a Psychology journal article? This is supposed to be a logical essay that analyzes scientific research. [more inside]
Gmail, iPhone, and IMAP woes.
As of a week or so ago, I'm unable to check my gmail account on my iPhone using IMAP. Please advise. [more inside]
posted by The corpse in the library at 1:27 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by The corpse in the library at 1:27 PM PST - 8 comments
Nose hair sketch?
I cannot remember where I saw this comedy sketch. [more inside]
posted by KevinSkomsvold at 1:27 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by KevinSkomsvold at 1:27 PM PST - 8 comments
Simple enough: a therapist in Baltimore!
Asking for a friend: recommendations for a great therapist in the Baltimore area, preferably accessible via public transportation. [more inside]
SAP and NP Problems
What king of optimization problems exits in SAP? [more inside]
posted by yoyo_nyc at 1:13 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by yoyo_nyc at 1:13 PM PST - 2 comments
Help out a nervous college student!
I'm stressing over grades! What can I do? [more inside]
They can have my can tabs too if they really want.
What is the best charity for veterans? [more inside]
Boyfriend grabbed me...now what?
My boyfriend grabbed me hard last night out of anger. It triggered the heck out of me. How do I separate my feelings of being triggered from how I should feel about this specific incident, and what is the most productive way to talk to my boyfriend about why this upset me so much? [more inside]
Can two people plan to take a break from a relationship?
I really want to take a break from this relationship, maybe in the next six months or so. My boyfriend is slogging through the process of sorting out his mental health issues, and I'd like to let him know that I want the break, but I don't want to force it on him right now. Is that a bad idea? [more inside]
posted by brisquette at 12:29 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by brisquette at 12:29 PM PST - 21 comments
What Sci-Fi Short Story is this?
Help me identify this sci-fi short story. [more inside]
posted by jstrachan at 12:22 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by jstrachan at 12:22 PM PST - 4 comments
Wood primer for guitar painting?
I"m about to paint a electric guitar body. It's completely stripped of hardware and paint, and has been sanded. I'm going to use acrylics or enamels. Should I put down a primer before starting on the colors? Or something else to seal the raw wood ,like a clear varnish? If so, what kind of primer would be good for wood? I know that I"ll need to do a few layers of varnish/lacquer after the paints have dried , but I'm wondering about the undercoating primer.
And if someone has a recommendation for paints, please tell me. I'm painting a multiple color "scene" not just a flat overall body color. Thanks.
Wandering cat making me crazy
Is it possible to teach a cat to restrict its wanderings? [more inside]
physical objects that have been replaced by digital objects?
What physical objects did you used to have (or receive) that have been entirely replaced by a digital/virtual object? [example inside] [more inside]
Pumpkin roll help, please?
Pumpkin roll. Seasonal. Delicious. Your best recipes for making this dessert, please? [more inside]
pretty PLEASE gimme the report on time
Please hope me! I need help wording a reminder for an official to give in a report on time. [more inside]
posted by mirileh at 11:58 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by mirileh at 11:58 AM PST - 12 comments
Why is there "sand" in the pipes?
Plumbing puzzle: my neighbor has what looks like find sand which collects in her *hot water* eventually clogging metal screens on faucets, etc. The obvious answer is that this is some sort of mineral precipitate as the system has been flushed several times and a filter installed on the water coming into the house. What is causing this precipitate in the hot water and why doesn't this happen with my hot water which is the same town water on the same street (same pipes) that is going into her house? [more inside]
posted by ennui.bz at 11:55 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by ennui.bz at 11:55 AM PST - 10 comments
Musical Bands on TV
Help me compile a list of television shows (or miniseries) whose main characters are all in the same rock band. Difficulty: no reality TV, documentaries, or kiddie/teen bands. [more inside]
posted by np312 at 11:49 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by np312 at 11:49 AM PST - 32 comments
Which novel about teaching is this?
Which novel have I forgotten the name of? [more inside]
posted by topynate at 11:20 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by topynate at 11:20 AM PST - 3 comments
The Kitchen Cops are calling for backup
How can my coworkers be made to do their dishes? [more inside]
posted by i'm offended you're offended at 11:19 AM PST - 57 comments
posted by i'm offended you're offended at 11:19 AM PST - 57 comments
Can you help me find a chicken pot pie recipe from Food and Wine magazine?
I'm looking for a chicken pot pie recipe that appeared in an early '90s issue of Food and Wine magazine, but does not appear on the magazine's web site- help! [more inside]
Learning to ride a bike in Amsterdam without terrorizing the locals
Learning to ride a bike in Amsterdam - what are my options? [more inside]
Engaging argumentation topics for a first year composition class?
What are some engaging argumentation topics for a first year composition class? [more inside]
posted by Kitty Stardust at 11:08 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Kitty Stardust at 11:08 AM PST - 11 comments
Books for Someone in Basic Training?
My brother is in Army Basic Training at Fort Leonard Wood. He is unable to receive any care packages at this time, only Military-related books. I believe it's not limited to non-fiction. What are some entertaining and educational books for someone in Basic Training? Fiction and non-fiction welcome. Thanks!
Best UK mobile phone insurance policy?
I want to insure an HTC Desire mobile phone in the UK for all the usual stuff (theft, damage, loss, etc.) Does anyone have a recommendation for an insurer/policy? [more inside]
Where in England?
Can anyone identify the location (presumably in England) of this watercolor painting by Alfred W. Rich? [more inside]
Unfinished degree in resume
How do I write an abandoned graduate degree into my resume? [more inside]
What does "going out" mean?
Silly first-time relationship question: what does "going out" actually mean? [more inside]
Hot Hot Heatpad
What are the best oven mitts out there? [more inside]
Name Change for Business
I have a small company in which I want to change the name of it. I work in NY and it's a small production LLC in which I want to turn into a company for my music publishing. How do I go about doing that?
posted by InterestedInKnowing at 10:18 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by InterestedInKnowing at 10:18 AM PST - 2 comments
Best Modern Art in Los Angeles?
What is the most relevatory, shocking, mindblowing modern art gallery or installation or museum in Los Angeles? [more inside]
posted by felix at 10:15 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by felix at 10:15 AM PST - 10 comments
StatFilter: the time vs. money test
I am a grad student in a social sciences field who needs to do some "lightweight" statistics work now and then. I used SPSS for a course last year, and it was dandy, but now I've lost my school access to the software. Should I suck it up and buy my own copy of SPSS ($200) or try and learn R? [more inside]
posted by pantarei70 at 10:14 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by pantarei70 at 10:14 AM PST - 12 comments
Where to find Veal Cacciatore HIS way?
I'm asking this question on behalf of my landlord. We're looking for a restaurant serving something he describes as Veal (or preferably, he tells me, Rabbit) Cacciatore in the Boston area. It's not a rare dish, I know, but my landlord is looking for one prepared in Sicilian (his words, not mine) rather than Neapolitan style. Exact specifications within. [more inside]
Geht das mich eigentlich an?
My landlord has asked me via two terse SMSes to show an apartment in my building to a potential tenant. Should I? [more inside]
posted by vkxmai at 10:01 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by vkxmai at 10:01 AM PST - 31 comments
How to deal with other people's kids
How do I politely handle other people's kids when I don't really care for kids? [more inside]
posted by floweredfish at 9:58 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by floweredfish at 9:58 AM PST - 30 comments
Winter trips?
WinterBreak filter: I am a student on the east coast. What awesome, cheap and educational things can I do this winter break?
Big factor: must be somewhere warm down south. [more inside]
Has anyone used the firm, Brafton "Custom News Marketing" for their website's blog & news article needs?
Has anyone used the firm, Brafton "Custom News Marketing" for their website's blog & news article needs? [more inside]
posted by lorebella at 9:47 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by lorebella at 9:47 AM PST - 6 comments
Need a lunch container that lasts 5 hours
Help me find a lunch container that will last 5 hours. [more inside]
Is there a mouse that can control more than one PC?
What I want is a wireless mouse which has two or more receivers that plug into my computers and a button or switch somewhere on the mouse that lets me switch between each receiver. Does this exist? [more inside]
affordable Christian school in Orlando?
affordable Christian school in Orlando? [more inside]
How many data packets are there in cyberspace?
How many data packets are transmitted (within a certain period of time) across the Internet? [more inside]
posted by tcp at 9:26 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by tcp at 9:26 AM PST - 1 comment
If I gave her a plant I'd just have to water it myself.
What do I get my boss for Boss's Day? [more inside]
posted by elsietheeel at 9:24 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by elsietheeel at 9:24 AM PST - 12 comments
MSAccess, php and empty date/time fields
How do I check (using php) the existence of data in a date/time field in an access database? [more inside]
posted by monkey closet at 9:00 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by monkey closet at 9:00 AM PST - 8 comments
Source for a blank bamboo wall scroll/hanging?
Does anybody have any idea where I may be able to purchase a blank bamboo scroll/wall hanging? My friend does Ukiyo-e style art, and I have a small collection of these hangings with ukiyo-e style art on it. I suggested he make one and I'd buy it, but ... I have no clue where to get a blank hanging. [more inside]
Where can I find a map poster of the world in 1983?
I was born in 1983. I like maps of the world. I'd like a map of the world from 1983 to hang on my wall. Where could I find such a thing? [more inside]
posted by Kutsuwamushi at 8:22 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Kutsuwamushi at 8:22 AM PST - 11 comments
Are two state pensions better than one?
Long term American ex-pat with question regarding foreign state pensions. [more inside]
posted by Mutant at 8:10 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Mutant at 8:10 AM PST - 4 comments
What the heck happened to my knee?
What the hell did I do to my knee and is foam rolling making things worse? [more inside]
Derdum Derdim
Help me identify the magical usb device that keeps disconnecting from my PC... [more inside]
Help identifying type of data port on mp3 player
I lost the cable that came with my mp3 player and none of my USB cables fit it. Here is a picture of the data port. What kind of connector/cable is that? Thanks.
posted by atm at 7:31 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by atm at 7:31 AM PST - 9 comments
I have a business card CD. I have a Mac. Um.
For a work project, I need to utilize a "business card cd" to download a camera driver. I'm using a Macbook, whose slot drive can't deal with an irregularly shaped CD. Help? (Minor snowflake details inside.) [more inside]
Does my trainer know what she's doing?
Does my personal trainer know what she's doing? Or am I doing things wrong? [more inside]
Gadgets in Manhattan?
Where in Manhattan should I go to look at and possibly buy gadgets, electronics, and computery type stuff that would be hard to buy (excluding online) anywhere else?
posted by Mwongozi at 6:39 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Mwongozi at 6:39 AM PST - 9 comments
What hardware and software do I need to print postage for a lot of envelopes?
What hardware and software do I need to print postage for a lot of envelopes? [more inside]
Appropriate flex-time schedule?
YANAD, but help a sleepy mid-twenties girl figure out her new flex-time work/sleep/play schedule. [more inside]
Looking for an electric shaver for face and head
My boyfriend is in the market for an electric shaver that he can use on both his face and head. Any recommended brands, models, or qualities to look for? [more inside]
A Supposedly Fun Novel I'll Read Again And Again
ReadingListFilter: What is the most unmissable novel of the past decade? [more inside]
Stories about sudden terrible incidents which overturned a life
Looking for books written by someone who lived a normal stable life and due to a tragic unexpected event beyond their control, their life was turned upside down. [more inside]
After marriage, what is the custom regarding porn use?
Most every man I know uses porn, but in a heterosexual couple, what is customary after marriage regarding porn use? [more inside]
Himalayas for the elderly
My recently-widowed father would like me to take him to see the Himalayas. What tour operators should we use or avoid and what issues for a 90-year old such as altitude acclimatisation should we be aware of? My dad can walk unaided but not at any great speed or distance, so long treks are out of the question. What road-based routes afford the best views? All travel tips welcome!
Recommendation for durable pantyhose
I am sick of only getting one or two wears out of a pair of pantyhose before they snag and run. Can anyone recommend a brand or style they've found particularly durable? [more inside]
posted by une_heure_pleine at 2:28 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by une_heure_pleine at 2:28 AM PST - 16 comments
October 10
Can I use one set of headphones for two audio sources?
I'd like to plug one pair of headphones into two sound sources, and hear one, the other, or both. Help me find a "headphone toggle"? [more inside]
posted by Zephyrial at 11:49 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Zephyrial at 11:49 PM PST - 10 comments
How can people in totalitarian societies seem so happy?
Help me understand the psyche of people living under totalitarian regimes. [more inside]
posted by dcrocha at 9:55 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by dcrocha at 9:55 PM PST - 41 comments
How can I be the "perfect stranger" at a dinner party?
I was invited to a dinner party, but don't know the host. What do I bring to thank them for inadvertently having me? [more inside]
posted by patientpatient at 9:50 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by patientpatient at 9:50 PM PST - 23 comments
Should she or shouldn't she?
Asking for a friend: My friend recently got a 710 on the GMAT, with a 92nd percentile verbal and a 75th percentile quantitative. She has the impression that, while her total score is a good one, that business schools are more interested in the quant score than the verbal score, and she is concerned that a 75th percentile quant score will not be sufficient to get her into a top business school (and by a top business school, she means Harvard or Stanford (her first choices)). On practice tests she has done significantly better on the quantitative section and is now trying to decide whether or not to retake the test. Should she? If you have any personal knowledge of what HBS and SBS are looking for in a GMAT score, or can suggest a better forum for this question, she'd appreciate it too.
I wanna get noticed...
I'm a wallflower but I don't like being a wallflower. How can I stop? [more inside]
Am I gay and blocked? Bisexual? Help me understand!
Straight man questioning his sexuality and trying to work it out. I can comfortably flirt with men but feel no corresponding attraction. Puzzled and turning to Ask Metafilter for help. [more inside]
Merging two internet connections niftily?
One linux box, 3 NICs, two internet connections, one local network. Help me make it be the best it can be. [more inside]
posted by flaterik at 8:35 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by flaterik at 8:35 PM PST - 8 comments
Do we live in a world where a manufacturing network could be not-for-profit?
Can anyone tell me whether a non-profit decentralized manufacturing network is feasible? Interested in opinions both legal and financial in nature. [more inside]
Just crazy enough to work!
Art installation question about motion sensors and big stencils. [more inside]
posted by klangklangston at 7:53 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by klangklangston at 7:53 PM PST - 9 comments
Microsoft Publisher Database Problem
I had a large address list in Microsoft Publisher 2003 I used for address label mail merges. It resided on a Windows XP3 Service Pack 3 machine.
I upgraded my machine to Windows 7 32Bit and MS Office 2007.
Mail merge address list Edit attempts now says "An operation cannot be completed because of database engine errors" report.
Any suggestions on exporting that data or synchronizing to the new database form? Can I extract the data from this old database into some other format and import it to the new Publisher...or do I have to...eek...
re-enter all the data and create a new database?
Stage Name Changes
Performer types: does changing your stage name affect your career greatly? [more inside]
Best option to soften a hard bed?
Best option to soften a hard bed? Memory foam? Feather top? Giant marshmallows? [more inside]
Calling all sports fans!
What team names mean something? And why? [more inside]
John the baptist baptized?
Was John the baptist baptized? [more inside]
Help me Walden out on the cheap, outside NYC?
Help me Walden out on the cheap, outside NYC? [more inside]
Selling My Soul To Hollywood
Should I move to Los Angeles to work in Teh Industry? [more inside]
posted by Sara C. at 6:42 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by Sara C. at 6:42 PM PST - 25 comments
Help a city-slicker drive safely in the Pacific Northwest
How are the roads outside of Seattle in October? [more inside]
posted by larthegreat at 6:41 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by larthegreat at 6:41 PM PST - 21 comments
I am a small sailor.
Should I try to shrink a wool shirt to improve the fit and, if so, how should I do it? [more inside]
Am I being slandered?
I own a company in Wisconsin that manufactures items in China. Another company here in Wisconsin has been telling my Chinese vendors not to work with me, via emails and instant messenger chats. [more inside]
posted by PSB at 5:53 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by PSB at 5:53 PM PST - 11 comments
Carpegian
What is the etymology and meaning of the word 'carpegian'? [more inside]
Traverse City with an Infant
What are some family friendly things to see/do/eat in Traverse City, MI in October? [more inside]
posted by Nickel Pickle at 5:45 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Nickel Pickle at 5:45 PM PST - 14 comments
Great non-Harmony universal remotes
Are there any truly great universal remotes? (Qualification: Non-Harmony, RF-based.) [more inside]
Working under yellow vs white lights
Are there any major differences between working / learning under white versus yellow lightbulbs?
iTune crashes everytime I insert a cd
iTunes crashes everytime I put in a cd. [more inside]
Epic chestnut desserts OR a translation from Hungarian?
Awesome recipes for a chestnut dessert OR help muddling through this Hungarian recipe OR access to the cookbook Kaffeehaus: Exquisite Desserts... [more inside]
posted by artifarce at 4:34 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by artifarce at 4:34 PM PST - 11 comments
How to deal with anger and desire for revenge caused by sister's betrayal??
My only sister embezzled money from me. She stole the money I was sending monthly to support our mother, I am deeply hurt and I am having problems dealing with my feelings of anger, frustration and desire for revenge. Do you have any suggestions? [more inside]
How to Recognize True Friends and Become Closer Friends with Them?
As a transfer junior in university in another city, the distinctive line between casual school friend and potential true friend has become more confusing to me than ever. Over the past few days, I've read many related posts, websites on interpersonal skills yet to find myself in the position of over-worrying again. So how do can you tell that they aren't just your friends of convenience and if not, how do you become better friends with them without appearing too clingy or starting an unbalanced, one-sided friendship? [more inside]
posted by easilyconfused at 4:07 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by easilyconfused at 4:07 PM PST - 6 comments
Sofabed Recommendations?
Can you recommend me a decent sofa-bed/sleeper that is both comfortable as a sofa AND great to sleep on? [more inside]
posted by 1000monkeys at 3:13 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by 1000monkeys at 3:13 PM PST - 23 comments
Make AAPL and MSFT play nice together
I'm trying to set up home sharing on Apple TV/iTunes so that I can access the library on my computer via Apple TV. [more inside]
Link Report
Looking for software which will give me a report of every site I've ever linked to on my blog. [more inside]
posted by Conrad Cornelius o'Donald o'Dell at 2:14 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Conrad Cornelius o'Donald o'Dell at 2:14 PM PST - 2 comments
Should I avoid signing a year-long lease in DC? Can I?
Should I avoid signing a year-long lease for a room in a group house or shared apartment? Is it reasonable to hold out for month-to-month rent, or will I end up with slim pickings? (I am looking in the DC area) [more inside]
Where to board the French soul train?
Where can I dance the soulful night away in Paris? [more inside]
posted by sucre at 1:38 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by sucre at 1:38 PM PST - 1 comment
Is there, like, something really wrong with me?
How can I stop feeling like an ugly Asian freak? [more inside]
What can my friend do about an expat rapist in China?
My friend (American) is in Changsha, China, and will be for about a year. She found out that a male expat in the city recently raped a Chinese woman. What can she do? She really needs some China-specific advice. [more inside]
posted by mandanza at 12:42 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by mandanza at 12:42 PM PST - 10 comments
Simple recipes for an intimidated cook, please?
Most recipes in cookbooks overwhelm me--too many ingredients, too many steps. What are your best, tastiest recipes, with short ingredient lists? [more inside]
Fixing crumbling masonry
What kind of mortar should I use for this fugly masonry? [more inside]
Well, that was fun. Now what?
I want to perform some sort of ritual to observe the finalization of my parents' divorce but have no idea where to begin. [more inside]
posted by coppermoss at 12:12 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by coppermoss at 12:12 PM PST - 15 comments
I need a name for my website!!
What would be a catchy domain name for a website that shows off and sells my artwork? [more inside]
The Big Easy.
I'm going to New Orleans for a long weekend in November. I know I can search Yelp and the rest of the internet for recommendations (I've found plenty) but I want to know from you, MeFites... [more inside]
Oh, you wanted a bed with that?
Renting a condo vs. a hotel room in Hawaii. What are the risks? [more inside]
posted by Nathanial Hörnblowér at 11:47 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Nathanial Hörnblowér at 11:47 AM PST - 10 comments
Maybe a dingo can has mai babby
I feel really guilty, because of social and family pressure, for not wanting kids. I am sure my guilt over feeling like I want kids is less painful than having a kid I don't really want. Will this feeling of "I'm not an upright citizen because I don't want babies" go away? How can I make it better? How do MeFites without kids (by choice, or not) cope with being asked about it? [more inside]
Which Is The Most Bestest?
Which laptop to buy? Sony Z12, Lenovo W701, Dell Covet? [more inside]
posted by Upal at 11:36 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Upal at 11:36 AM PST - 10 comments
Just because obscure herbs are fun
What are some dishes that go well with tarragon? So far I have used it in sauce bearnaise and with oven baked fish but would be interested to find out other uses for this, let's be honest, awesome herb.
posted by kitchencrush at 11:31 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by kitchencrush at 11:31 AM PST - 25 comments
Name my candy company!
How can I prepare for the uncertain outcome of my own divorce trial?
Soon I will be giving testimony in my own divorce trial. How can I prepare for the judgment, whatever it is? [more inside]
How can I take a good photo of myself?
Please help me take a good picture of myself for an online dating profile. [more inside]
MP3 to YouTube Conversion?
How risky is buying a used office chair (an Aeron), with regard to bedbugs?
How risky is buying a used office chair (an Aeron), with regard to bedbugs? [more inside]
Teach me to cook steak.
Which course is the best for learning how to cook steak? [more inside]
Spooky fun halloween in DC?
What should we do for Halloween in DC? [more inside]
posted by UMDirector at 10:10 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by UMDirector at 10:10 AM PST - 10 comments
What is it called when paragraphs begin with a drop cap and a first line of uppercase text?
What is it called when paragraphs begin with a drop cap and a first line of uppercase text? [more inside]
Name that tune
What is the major orchestral work that contains this theme? [more inside]
posted by yourcelf at 9:52 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by yourcelf at 9:52 AM PST - 3 comments
Once Bitten, Twice Shy
Once bitten, twice shy: Is there a single word which conveys the sentiment of this idiom? I have thought of "gun-shy," but no others. Or another phrase or idiom having roughly the same meaning?
posted by frobozz at 9:51 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by frobozz at 9:51 AM PST - 17 comments
Screw it! Big Macs for dinner every night!
For the next five days I'm going to be eating dinner while riding in the car. All I can think of to eat is sandwiches. Any ideas? [more inside]
Help me find this article.
Help me find a recently published article about people controlling their food (and their children's food?) because it's one of the last areas available to control in their lives. [more inside]
posted by saffronwoman at 9:09 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by saffronwoman at 9:09 AM PST - 7 comments
YouTube Videos Look Like Old '80s Videotape Artifacts
When I watch certain videos on YouTube, they instantly degrade on start into colored blocks and artifacts that are a little reminiscent of '80s videotape artifacts. The audio remains audible, but the video looks like a mess. Example: this, at 0:13, looks like this. Plenty of YouTube videos work completely fine, however. Any ideas on why this seems to happen, and/or how to fix it? [more inside]
You can get everything in New York. Yeah, right!
Where can I get a cheap, free-standing coat rack in NYC? I need to get it today or tomorrow. I would like something $70 or less. I don't own a car, so this needs to be someplace in Manhattan or Brooklyn that's easily accessible by taxi or subway. [more inside]
posted by grumblebee at 8:24 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by grumblebee at 8:24 AM PST - 9 comments
De-logoizing conference swag.
De-logoizing conference swag. [more inside]
Acting Prior to Thinking
Several years ago a psychology experiment found that in emergency situations, the body seems to engage in fight/flight before the cortex determines that, say, a lion is running at us. Can anyone help me find that study? And, for extra points, any subsequent studies showing action coming before thought in other sorts of scenarios?
posted by Quisp Lover at 8:04 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Quisp Lover at 8:04 AM PST - 16 comments
Want to help me buy my first car?
Help a teenager buy her first car. Knows next to nothing about cars so tell me: where do I start? [more inside]
What would be the best way of going about telling people about a project I've been working on?
What would be the best way of going about telling people about a project I've been working on? [more inside]
Why keynote?
I often hear people say that Keynote is a superior product to Powerpoint, but I don't know why. Hive mind, can you help me understand what Keynote allows you to do that you can't do, or can't do as easily, in Powerpoint? [more inside]
Need GPS in San Francisco
I lost my GPS in San Francisco, where's the best place to get a cheap replacement? I'm currently a bit west of Union Square. I'm just planning on going to a Radio Shack on Market Street as I head towards the Embarcadero today but if any of you mefites have better suggestions please let me know.
posted by ajackson at 7:01 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by ajackson at 7:01 AM PST - 6 comments
How can I work Firefly/Serenity into a wedding speech?
I'm giving a speech at a wedding next week, and in need of some geeky quotes to work in! [more inside]
posted by RobotNinja at 6:49 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by RobotNinja at 6:49 AM PST - 16 comments
Classroom games?
Looking for classroom game resources (Especially for kids ages 5-7) [more inside]
How to get Firefox to run on a system for IEx8
How can you get Firefox to work on a networked Win XP system configured for IEx 8 - specifically regarding certificates? [more inside]
posted by lord_yo at 2:49 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by lord_yo at 2:49 AM PST - 6 comments
Workout maker, workout maker, make me a workout.
What do you think I should be doing at the gym/working out at home? (spesh snowflakes inside!) [more inside]
October 9
If my outlook 2007 exchange mailbox is full, will it continue to send my out of office message?
If my outlook 2007 exchange mailbox is full, will it continue to send my out of office message? I'd like to advise people when I return from my break rather than just have them read my bounced mail delivery failure messages.
Help me find sci-fi novels set in the near future
Help me find books like Cory Doctorow and Max Barry would write (and perhaps write them)... [more inside]
Tools for thinking, writing, and sorting a writer's notebook
John Mcphee wrote about a nifty custom word processor in Wired 7.01 that allowed him to code his notes and reassemble them by topic. What other cool, specialized word processors do you know about? [more inside]
color to black & white conversion
Can the luminous black and white look of the film "The Man Who Wasn't There" be duplicated either in a digital camera or with Photoshop 7 or Photoshop Elements 6? The effect I am trying to duplicate is best seen in the barbershop scenes. I have come somewhat close in PSE6 by starting with a color image and manipulating the b&w conversion options.
posted by Raybun at 10:31 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Raybun at 10:31 PM PST - 10 comments
Most trivial question ever filter
What actress looks like Lauren Graham / Sela Ward? [more inside]
posted by citywolf at 9:54 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by citywolf at 9:54 PM PST - 3 comments
The Devil Sells Prada Eyeglasses
I think the optician who sold us glasses today played a devil in a 90s movie but he won't admit to it. How can I figure out if I'm right if I don't know his name? [more inside]
posted by smirkyfodder at 9:20 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by smirkyfodder at 9:20 PM PST - 22 comments
Note So Simple?
Mobile note-taking device with a hardware keyboard, no monthly fee, and simplenote? [more inside]
posted by Real.Wolf at 8:43 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Real.Wolf at 8:43 PM PST - 9 comments
NGOs in Japan?
What organizations/NGOs are there in Japan that will help with planning a community service trip? [more inside]
What should I demo?
What would make a good topic for a fun 5-7 minute how-to demo? [more inside]
Foundation And Earth
The good news: We found a house we love. The (you tell me if it's) bad news: Is the thing just sitting on a pile of bricks? [more inside]
Should I give rehab a try?
Would rehab be appropriate for someone who binge drinks only a couple times per week, but is desperate to quit and has tried to do so many times without success? [more inside]
What is this sickness called?
What is this sickness called? When I get tired and fatigue accumulates over time, I get sick. I have been stressed out a little bit and haven't been sleeping enough for a past week, so I'm sick as I'm posting this... I get a headache, my all body aches, especially lower back and pelvic area, but from head to toe. If it's severe, I would get a diarrhea or throw up. Even if it's warm, I get a chill and sometimes cold sweat. My face feels hot but in fact I don't have a fever. This lasts for about a day, and next day when I wake up I'm okay except I feel a little shaky. I've had this for about 6 times. I just don't know what this is called. [more inside]
posted by dustoff at 6:44 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by dustoff at 6:44 PM PST - 23 comments
teach me how to keep my smile healthy 'til I'm old
For the past couple days, when I have been brushing my teeth, my gums have bled. The Internet is promising me DOOM to my mouth if I don't shape up, but I can't find much on everything specific that I should be doing. Help me help my gums. [more inside]
posted by lover at 6:38 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by lover at 6:38 PM PST - 34 comments
Help me clean my desk
My desk is a mess. Help? [more inside]
Big goals, lots of time...
Want to buy our first house... 1-2 years in the future. What do I do now? [more inside]
Between a rock and a hard place...
I love my job, but hate my employer's illegal employment policies. [more inside]
I'm a little thicker, make me quicker
Decided to run my second marathon--AZ Rock 'n Roll Marathon. Would appreciate some advice about my unique situation... [more inside]
I want to know more about this man in the photo...
I want to know more about the mystery man in this photo! [more inside]
posted by HopperFan at 5:37 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by HopperFan at 5:37 PM PST - 11 comments
I broke the ceiling!
Can I course correct and finish my DIY swag-lamp hanging project? [more inside]
posted by thinkpiece at 5:11 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by thinkpiece at 5:11 PM PST - 7 comments
Leave my Yahoo Mail Alone!
Why did Yahoo Mail occasionally lose all my emails? Am I correct to blame my ex? [more inside]
Project tracking solution needed
seeking a spreadsheet solution. I'm sure something like this exists, but searches have found templates that don't quite fit what's needed. [more inside]
I Need Help Dealing with Difficult Clients -- Graphic Designer Edition
What advice would you offer a freelance graphic designer who needs help establishing contracts and boundaries, and managing difficult clientele? [more inside]
posted by patronuscharms at 4:47 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by patronuscharms at 4:47 PM PST - 12 comments
Save mail, clean install
I'd like to do a clean install on my iMac 24" with Leopard. I have routine backups with Time Machine and a recent CarbonCopy of the hard drive. After the clean install, the only information I want to access is my saved emails. How can I save or access or import old emails?
Help me find the best classical music on CD.
As someone who's just starting to seriously explore classical music, I'd like a reference that surveys the repertoire, puts composers, their works, and specific recorded performances of those works into context, and which preferably discusses specific CD releases of those performances. [more inside]
posted by Lazlo at 3:51 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Lazlo at 3:51 PM PST - 7 comments
Sorry guys, I have to be up in the morning!
How do I go apartment shopping in a small town? [more inside]
posted by pwnguin at 3:49 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by pwnguin at 3:49 PM PST - 10 comments
PR in action
Where can I find some videos of real life Public Relations examples? [more inside]
posted by Ryogen at 2:49 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Ryogen at 2:49 PM PST - 4 comments
Career as fast-thinking crisis-solver?
Career that requires a lot of crisis-solving in high pressure situations, fast thinking, strategizing, and dealing with people. High creativity, possibly high risk, and potentially very high pay. Which careers fit this description?
Best website for getting a small art project completed?
What is the best website to post a small art/design job, with a way to do secure payment and to see examples of prior work? [more inside]
posted by inflatablekiwi at 2:30 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by inflatablekiwi at 2:30 PM PST - 2 comments
Deal Breaker or not?
Should I end my engagement or try and work things out? [more inside]
If GMail is smart, how can it be this dumb?
Why does GMail (mistakenly) append new messages to older threads with identical subject lines? [more inside]
Should I be patient with Apple?
Should I wait to get an iPad? Why? [more inside]
Logic vs Emotions re: the ex.
My ex told me he still has feelings for me and wants to see where things go. I'm not too happy with how he treated me in the past and I want to close the door for good, but I haven't been able to bring myself to do it. Deep down, I want to say "okay, let's see where things go" but I -know- that would be a bad decision. I'd like someone to pick apart my reasons so I don't go ahead and make the decision anyway. [more inside]
posted by biochemist at 12:55 PM PST - 44 comments
posted by biochemist at 12:55 PM PST - 44 comments
ADHD diagnosis: not an end, but a beginning
How did you react just after you were diagnosed with adult ADD/ADHD? MUCH more inside. [more inside]
Am I being scammed on eBay?
eBay scam filter. I sold a laptop on eBay. The buyer says that it is broken. What now? [more inside]
posted by k8t at 12:10 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by k8t at 12:10 PM PST - 34 comments
Is Hausa Homer more Hilarious?
Multilingual Mefites: Which English language cartoons have better voice acting (funnier or more talented, etc) in an over-dubbed foreign version than in the original? Conversely, how often are the over-dubbed voices simply terrible compared with the times the quality is comparable? Are certain cartoons ruined in translation due to unfortunate acting choices?
posted by dgaicun at 12:01 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by dgaicun at 12:01 PM PST - 12 comments
Do they make double bolster pillows?
Where can I get an extra-long bolster pillow to fit on my full-sized bed? [more inside]
You can quit playing Final Fantasy Tactics Advance for years, but you're still a junkie. It's in your blood.
I have a Macbook Pro running Visualboy Advance, and I have a USB Xbox 360 controller. As far as I can see, there's no controller option in the program itself. Is there any way for me to use the controller to play anyway?
Slingbox + Phone/iPad?
slingbox-filter: considering getting a slingbox to throw TV to my ipad/droidx/remote computers [more inside]
Should I warn coworkers that I've left the stall stinky?
Question regarding work bathroom etiquette. [more inside]
Content Feeds for Instapaper
Does anybody know of additional article aggregation sites that link to instapaper? I'm currently using both givemesomethingtoread.com and longform.org, but would love to peruse more of they're out there.
thank you.
How do I make a difference?
I want to feel like I'm making the world a better place. What is a good cause to fight for? [more inside]
Whiteboard software
I'm looking for a specific type of program. Brainstorming/note taking/tag cloud-esque Windows software, preferably allowing the user to enter short pieces of text then drag them around and link or group phrases or words together. A replacement for a physical whiteboard where short ideas would be jotted, reworked, and linked together haphazardly, where short phrases and words can be stored and inspiration gained from their juxtaposition. [more inside]
Why do my headphones sound louder when I switch them around?
Why do in-ear headphones sound much louder when I put the left-labelled one in my right ear and the right-labelled one in my left ear? [more inside]
How does one identify emotional issues related to substance abuse/ depression?
Because: 1) of depression and 2) I got into relationship trouble (with my spouse) because of occasional binge drinking--- I've have had no alcohol for about 7 weeks. I've been on a mild dose of an antidepressant almost the whole time and feel a low-level, but constant, state of mild depression- kind of "zombie-like." I was hoping getting alcohol off the table would reveal "emotional issues" as to why I've enjoyed binging , but that really hasn't happened, even with therapy (about 7-8 sessions - we've just kicked around painful events that probably most people have encountered one way or another.) Soooooo, the question is: How does one define or identify "emotional issues" related to substance abuse and/or depression? (beyond therapy, eliminating substances)
So come here often...
I want to meet guys in bars, and not for a one night stand. I'm a girl. Is this even possible? [more inside]
I want YOU to answer this question
Interested in basic or alternative histories of World War I. [more inside]
posted by zadcat at 9:26 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by zadcat at 9:26 AM PST - 8 comments
What are these birds?
Head west, young urban professionals
I'll be moving from New York City to San Francisco in about 3 months. Yay! I'm very excited but have a bunch of questions. This question is anonymous because of all the money talk after the break. [more inside]
Scaring away doods
How do I not scare him off?? [more inside]
mutual friends and friendhip breakup
How do I deal with friendship-breakup awkwardness involving mutual friends? [more inside]
Get stuff off Macbook in order to sell machine...
I'm selling my Macbook tomorrow (Snow Leopard). What's the best way for me to get everything off of it and then delete that stuff so the new owner has as clean a slate as possible. Do I just plug in a drive and turn on Time Machine? (Does that copy my software and everything else?) I'd prefer to get it off in such a way that I don't have to make my new Macbook Air be a mirror of that old machine--I'd like to pick and choose what I put on it and leave the rest backed up on the external hd.
I don't believe I have the install discs any more so can't just reinstall the OS. Thank you!
What Javascript trickery is this?
How do I create forms such as those on Facebook which expand/show extra options when you click the mouse into the text box. [more inside]
posted by Biru at 7:05 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Biru at 7:05 AM PST - 8 comments
aussie watch buyer needs help
I would like to buy a Tissot PR50 Automatic watch. I am in Australia and want to buy online from overseas, given the strength of the Aussie dollar. What are your preferred online retailers that ship to Australia? [more inside]
Can I use my iPad to record both my voice and midi instruments?
Can I record my voice plus midi instruments on my iPad? [more inside]
Unscientific comparisons
In the Dorling Kindersley book 'Learn Chess in a Weekend,' Ken Whyld, the author, says 'potentially there are more different games of chess than there are atoms in the universe.' Is this true?
I have been wondering this for way too long.
Batch PDF to Kindle conversion?
What's the easiest way to batch convert PDF files to the Kindle format on a Mac? [more inside]
posted by Spamfactor at 5:12 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Spamfactor at 5:12 AM PST - 5 comments
Watch Out! That's A Rock! CRUNCH.
2006 Volvo S60's radiator has gigantic hole incurred when driving over big rock (thanks, teenage daughter!), most fluid slowly leaked out over the course of a week. Local mechanic said it's a Volvo-shop fix, but the dealer is 12 miles away and the coolant tank is almost empty.
Is it safe to drive to the shop? I really don't want to be stuck on 95 with an unfixable radiator (and then having to call AAA).
posted by dzaz at 4:19 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by dzaz at 4:19 AM PST - 12 comments
Money order frustration
I got a money order for a security deposit on an apartment, but then ended up not staying with them. They gave me back the money order, but im having trouble getting the money back into my own hands.. [more inside]
Unpaid invoice. How do I get them to pay without being a complete bitch about it?
Unpaid invoice from contract. I'm new at this, how do I get paid without being a complete bitch? [more inside]
posted by servix at 12:51 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by servix at 12:51 AM PST - 9 comments
October 8
What should I do with a spare £1000?
I have a spare £1000! WOOHOO!! What would be the best thing to do with it with regards to a possible return on it? [more inside]
What can we make out of a wrecked cake ?
What can we make out of a wrecked cake ? [more inside]
posted by g.i.r. at 10:02 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by g.i.r. at 10:02 PM PST - 21 comments
How do I get this Touch to play music again?
How do I get this Touch to play music again? [more inside]
posted by Wolof at 9:42 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Wolof at 9:42 PM PST - 4 comments
Science private defense
If you gave your science PhD defense in the US, tell me all about it! [more inside]
Detroit
Tell me about Detroit real estate and urban policy today.
How are they dealing with the damage, even collapse/abandonment of neighborhoods?
For someone interested in the city, and specifically these distressed areas, how is the City managing them? Creative Zoning? Homesteading? What are the opportunities for an individual? Business needs? How much of the land itself is damaged from past industrial use? Are there programs for (brownfield) rehabilitation?
no paperclip chains
I'd like a list of repetitive things I can do or make to alleviate stress and boredom. [more inside]
posted by to recite so charmingly at 8:44 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by to recite so charmingly at 8:44 PM PST - 29 comments
Can a California landlord keep "last month's rent" and not use it for rent?
My landlord claims that the "last month rent" deposit can only be used for rent, and though I already paid rent this month, now won't refund it. Is this legal? [more inside]
posted by Subspace at 8:35 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Subspace at 8:35 PM PST - 20 comments
Amazingsitetokeeptrackofvehiclemaintenance.com?
Are there any really slick sites for entering and keeping track of vehicle repairs and maintenance? [more inside]
Ve vill send ze Lufwaffe vorwärts in time! Zey vill never expect it!
Who would have a Messerschmidt BF-109 in flying shape in the United States? [more inside]
Ou est le Michigan-Michigan State game?
A colleague of mine is in Paris for work this weekend, and being a loyal Michigander, he needs to watch the Michigan-Michigan State football game on Saturday. I'm aware of the various options for streaming the game online, but are there any bars in the city that will be carrying it?
Will Apple fix my phone if I have fixed part of it myself?
Will Apple service my iPhone 'out of warranty' if it has been repaired with a 3rd party part? (Complicated circumstances within.) [more inside]
posted by iktomi at 7:47 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by iktomi at 7:47 PM PST - 5 comments
Commercial Rental Newbie Needs Help!
I'm looking to rent a small commercial office for the first time. I've found a couple of possibilities, but I have questions about the process. [more inside]
posted by moosedogtoo at 7:08 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by moosedogtoo at 7:08 PM PST - 7 comments
What color curtains should I get?
Help me develop an ear for classical music.
Help me develop an ear for classical music. [more inside]
Non-Psycho Approach for New Relationship Issue
New relationship: Is it appropriate to ask who boyfriend is hanging out with and if so, how does one approach the topic without coming off as a psycho-control-freakazoid girlfriend? [more inside]
How can I be a business manager/agent to the creative people around me?
How can I be a business manager/agent to the creative people around me? [more inside]
One shoe, two shoe, red shoe, blue shoe.
I'm trying to identify a picture book I read as a kid. Basically all I remember about it is the main character (a girl, I think) wore or wanted to wear one red shoe and one blue shoe. [more inside]
posted by Captain Cardanthian! at 5:57 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Captain Cardanthian! at 5:57 PM PST - 6 comments
Unclog the tubes!
I live in a student co-op with 17 people, and i have unofficially become the person in charge of improving the internet for our house. I'm looking for advice on how to optimize our setup. Technical details lie within. [more inside]
Nikon D40X with stuck shutter
I have a Nikon D40X DSLR body with a stuck shutter. Can this be economically repaired considering the relatively low value of a bare D40X body without RAM and battery? [more inside]
My Mac OSX is insuffciently infested.
Windows has Shimeji, Linux has xpenguins ... what does Macintosh have? [more inside]
posted by Mozai at 4:46 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Mozai at 4:46 PM PST - 4 comments
Spanish Songs for Kids
Any good Spanish language songs/games for young kids? [more inside]
long johns vs running spandex
Make my mac a pitch pipe/tuning fork
Is there a free program or way to have my macbook act as a pitch pipe/tuning fork, at various frequencies? For example, a sustained A at 441 Hz. And then other notes from the chromatic scale using equal temperament. [more inside]
posted by Busoni at 3:47 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Busoni at 3:47 PM PST - 8 comments
Websites for the previously cave-bound?
What websites should I suggest for web n00bs who need to get jobs, homes, and making-life-easier help? [more inside]
posted by small_ruminant at 3:38 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by small_ruminant at 3:38 PM PST - 21 comments
Doofus with a VPS. Help!
I am trying to administer several game/etc servers on a rented VPS running CentOS. I am horribly ignorant on how to do this properly and I'm getting overwhelmed. How can I make this easier on myself? [more inside]
An elegant cat deterrent, for a more civilized age
[cat && fireplace filter] Do you know of a good fireplace screen that will keep my feline wards from exploring and getting covered in soot? My duct tape and cardboard solution works, but it doesn't really "tie the room together".
posted by simms2k at 2:56 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by simms2k at 2:56 PM PST - 7 comments
Ask Jeeves for Half Sleeves
Hooray for half sleeves! I'm going to be a sticky disgusting mess from shoulder to elbow for a week. What sort of material should I wrap it in? What are the easiest, cleanest, best options for keeping a fairly large new tattoo clean and covered? [more inside]
Did I dream this movie?
Please help me ID this movie! It was about two kids and a "haunted" house. I saw it in a movie theater as a kid in the mid 80's. [more inside]
Chinese film about widow chastity??
Cult of Widow Chastity in China. I remember a long time ago watching a Chinese movie about a young girl whose fiance died before they got married. The girl's mother-in-law to be forced her to remain unmarried and created a man made out of wood and told her this will be your husband from now on. It has been a long time since I watched this film and can't remember the title. Can anybody help? It will be a good film to show to a Chinese history class regarding the topic of Cult of Widow chastity. Thanks!
Americorps VISTA gave me everything I wanted, but may take it away...
I got the job of my dreams...but my year at VISTA isn't over. Any advice? [more inside]
posted by Tarumba at 2:28 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Tarumba at 2:28 PM PST - 14 comments
Where is the best information on converting my laptop from Windows to Linux for a non-techie person?
Where is the best information on converting my laptop from Windows to Linux for a non-techie person? I'm adept at using computers (Mac and Windows) but have never used Linux. I'm looking for very basic instructions. The goal is to convert my older Sony Vaio to Linux, although it will not be my primary computer.
posted by lvanshima at 2:17 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by lvanshima at 2:17 PM PST - 10 comments
Using Automator to convert videos for iPhone and add to iTunes
I'm trying to make an Automator folder action that - when a video is downloaded to said folder - will convert a video with HandbrakeCLI and add said converted video to iTunes, and I'm having some trouble. To say the least! [more inside]
Recommend Cold, Awesome Places for a Vacation
I'm going to be starting a little sabbatical from work around Thanksgiving time, and we want to take a vacation trip to kick it off. It'll be approaching winter, and I've always been fascinated by the idea of cold northern oceanfront places with fantastic storms and windswept beaches. Something like the setting of The Ghost Writer, beautiful and austere landscape, cozy house right on the water.
Can anyone recommend a town or place to look, maybe pacific northwest or new england? My experience with VRBO-style rentals in California has been good, and dog-friendly would be a big plus.
posted by migurski at 1:53 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by migurski at 1:53 PM PST - 12 comments
Santa Fe to Abiquiu transportation
I have a friend who will be traveling to Monastery of Christ in the Desert. She does not drive and is looking for ways to get to the monastery from the Santa Fe airport. The monastery is about 75 miles away and they can only suggest "rent a car" on their Visiting Us page. How much would a taxi ride cost (if they would go that far)? Are there services that specialize in this route?
San Diego, for real this time.
Yet another travel question! This time, we're going to San Diego. Any suggestions for hotels that are decent but not too pricey? And what about some fun festivals and stuff happening in early November? [more inside]
posted by silverstatue at 1:36 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by silverstatue at 1:36 PM PST - 10 comments
Help me find the perfect hot water dispenser
Is there a "luke-warm" water dispenser? [more inside]
Alternative Xmas
What is your best suggestion of a destination for a happy-go-lucky couple to spend, say, a week around December 25th? [more inside]
Marriage minus weddings
Movies with marriages, minus the huge wedding? [more inside]
Winter driving between, Grand Rapids, MI and Lansing, MI
Winter driving between, Grand Rapids, MI and Lansing, MI on I96; How good or bad does it get? [more inside]
Looking for a sci/fi book
Looking for a sci/fi book about a pill that helps people be hyper-organized and smart, but which is addictive and leads to brain shutdown and other problems. [more inside]
posted by ldthomps at 12:46 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by ldthomps at 12:46 PM PST - 6 comments
Boston film locations for National Film Project?
Help me find Boston film locations. Requirements: interesting backgrounds, flexible space, indoors, and available on a Saturday and Sunday two weeks from now for free. [more inside]
Chapter suggestions?
I'm writing a book on high school dropout rates. What are some suggestions you have for possible chapters? [more inside]
Need Help Making a Decent Amateur Movie
I need help with making a very low budget film. First, what equipment is absolutely necessary for a not-so amateur-ish film? [more inside]
Help a sister out
Did I do the right thing by telling a friend off about her abusive ex? If not...how to fix, please? [more inside]
posted by motsque at 12:21 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by motsque at 12:21 PM PST - 16 comments
Help me complete my home studio!
Computer music MeFites! I need your help! Here is what I want to do: compose music on Finale, export the composition to a MIDI sequencing software, add beats that I'd also like to create myself, and then mix in real instruments including voice. What do I need? [more inside]
the sound of silence
YANMD filter: is my laryngitis bacterial or viral? If the former... weekend medical clinics in Manhattan? Halp. [more inside]
posted by kestrel251 at 11:59 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by kestrel251 at 11:59 AM PST - 8 comments
Smokers, jokers and midnight tokers
I really enjoy Mad Men. Please recommend some great classic 1950s/60s* movies that have similar themes or aesthetic - from noir to the women's pictures. Contemporary films set in the period also welcome! [more inside]
Help me eliminate gridlines on a Word table
How do I more-or-less permanently hide gridlines on a table in a Word document, so that the person who opens that document (after I submit it electronically) won't see those gridlines? [more inside]
posted by celilo at 11:39 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by celilo at 11:39 AM PST - 14 comments
Health Insurance for the Healthy(ish)
Should I apply to the Illinois high-risk insurance pool or try to get an individual policy? [more inside]
Which Title(s) Do I List?
Resumè-filter: One of my jobs included a number of title changes. This is complicating my attempts at an efficient, informative resumè. Your help vastly appreciated. [more inside]
Dissociated Sex
How can I get over my bizarre dissociated feelings during sex? (intimate sexual details inside). [more inside]
Tone deaf for B?
When I try to tune a stringed instrument (guitar, uke, autoharp), the B string always sounds off to me, no matter what I do. Why? [more inside]
Aesopiazzolla?
What Aesop Rock song samples "Fuga y misterio"? [more inside]
posted by louigi at 11:22 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by louigi at 11:22 AM PST - 5 comments
Good resources for researching/evaluating potential REIT investments?
Trying to find resources to evaluate suggested REIT investments. [more inside]
What was the name of an 80's Apple educational software title about reading?
What was the name of a 1980s educational software package for the Apple ][ series that gave stories to read and asked multiple choice questions to test your knowledge? [more inside]
posted by NBJack at 10:59 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by NBJack at 10:59 AM PST - 4 comments
What's a good monochrome laser printer?
Any recommendations for a prosumer monochrome laser printer? [more inside]
Share an iPad
I am borrowing a friend's iPad for a trip. Can I sync everything from my iTunes and make purchases from my account? Then when it is returned will she be able to re-set everything back to her account? [more inside]
Live streaming of NHL play-by-play?
It's Hockey Season! I'd like to be able to listen to as many games as possible online. I'm looking for the radio stations that carry the NHL games, and hopefully have online streams! [more inside]
posted by cgg at 10:14 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by cgg at 10:14 AM PST - 11 comments
Trying to get a job in Brooklyn
I'm a male college student who goes to College of Staten Island.
I'm 19 and will be living in the Flatbush area of Brooklyn with my uncle. I've gotten things sorted out with how college tuition will work out for my best interests. [more inside]
clever house design ideas wanted
I'm designing a house, and am looking for advice, and descriptions of your favorite house features. I'd especially like clever tricks, unique solutions, and the unusual. [more inside]
posted by Capri at 10:02 AM PST - 82 comments
posted by Capri at 10:02 AM PST - 82 comments
Photoshop tool for color correcting
Photoshop function to display multiple versions of the image with different color casts. [more inside]
posted by jcdill at 9:34 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by jcdill at 9:34 AM PST - 3 comments
How is it possible to restructure automatic habits?
How is it possible to restructure automatic habits? [more inside]
How to quickly make a good quality flowchart
Any recommendations for flowchart software? [more inside]
Please help me (properly!) format this poster info into as many cool languages as you can
Please help me (properly!) format my gig poster info into as many cool languages as you can [more inside]
Hawaii, massage therapy jobs, and avoiding being deleted!
Hawaii, massage therapy jobs, and delete avoidance: How can I stand out from dozens of inquiring students seeking a massage therapy job on the Hawaiian Islands? [more inside]
Modern PowerPoint look for academics?
How do I modern-up the look of my PowerPoint presentations? No need for a Tuftesque makeover of style and content, just something better looking. [more inside]
vintage radiator in dallas
Where can I buy a vintage radiator in the Dallas area? [more inside]
Dog barks at another dogs yelping
When one of my dogs yelps or cries shrilly the other dog starts barking like crazy at her. Why is she doing that? [more inside]
What game is this and what are the rules?
When I was in high school my friends would play this game that involved the following: take a wooden broom; saw off the head; saw the remaining stick into two pieces, one long and one short (about 4"); whittle the short end into a spike. Then to play the "game" you would dig a small hole into the ground and position the sharp end of the stake over it, hit the tip with the longer piece of the broom and whack it on the way up. [more inside]
Hell is other people, and that's okay
My sister is turning 18. Help me build an Adolescent Crisis Prep Kit! [more inside]
posted by Turkey Glue at 7:53 AM PST - 48 comments
posted by Turkey Glue at 7:53 AM PST - 48 comments
Clean up my PDFs!
Save a clean copy of a marked-up PDF from Preview? (Mac OS 10.6) [more inside]
posted by dondiego87 at 7:32 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by dondiego87 at 7:32 AM PST - 7 comments
I want an old T-Mobile smartphone
I want an outdated T-Mobile smartphone, preferably Android-based. I don't even know where to start. [more inside]
posted by griphus at 7:21 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by griphus at 7:21 AM PST - 18 comments
Peppy upbeat electric guitar with string background?
What are some songs that sound like this one? Difficulty: it's a remix of a song from a video game soundtrack. [more inside]
Should I take my Adderall today?
I have a prescription for Adderall XR. I'm very hungover. Should I take my Adderall as prescribed or skip a day?
posted by chris p at 7:08 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by chris p at 7:08 AM PST - 8 comments
A baby shower with a lotta people for a little money
Where can I throw a baby shower in Pittsburgh? [more inside]
Not the critic who counts, but the counter of critics
Replacements for metacritic? [more inside]
What's like rawhide, but healthier?
What durable but consumable treat can I give my very chewy dog to chew on as I wean him off his rawhide habit? [more inside]
posted by Netzapper at 5:39 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by Netzapper at 5:39 AM PST - 24 comments
Songs like Enjoy Yourself by MJ
I'm looking for a very specific kind of song for a video project that I'm working on - something fun, happy, upbeat - has lyrics that might actually be about having fun, having a party, friendship, dancing or some other related topic. [more inside]
posted by crapples at 5:39 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by crapples at 5:39 AM PST - 25 comments
Finding a good replacement for systm podcast
What's a good replacement podcast for systm? [more inside]
What are the best ballet movies available on DVD?
What are the best ballet movies available on DVD? [more inside]
posted by pracowity at 3:48 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by pracowity at 3:48 AM PST - 18 comments
How to seem prepared when interviewing for a job across the country
I would like to move to New York City from New Mexico (my current home.) I need some thoughts and advice, particularly in terms of the move itself, and how to handle questions that may come up as I look for a job. [more inside]
posted by The Eponymous Pseudonymous Rex at 12:22 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by The Eponymous Pseudonymous Rex at 12:22 AM PST - 19 comments
October 7
A good-sounding, but budget friendly electric guitar for a guitar noob?
What is a good-sounding electric guitar that's easy on the budget? [more inside]
walker strips: what are they?
what are walker strips? [more inside]
What's the vocal technique used on Sara Bareilles' title track off her latest album?
On Sara Bareilles' recent album Kaleidoscope Heart, the intro/title track has an interesting choral/vocal technique that reminds me very much of Sarah McLachlan's Song for a Winter's Night. What is this vocal technique and/or tone combination and where can I hear more of it?
I am becoming what I loathe...
I am about to turn 21. I have never had I boyfriend. I like myself, but apparently awesome guys don't like me. I am scared I am turning into a depressed, poor me I need a man types, YUCK. How do I stay confident and fun, and not seem desperate, while realizing that so far I have not attracted anyone I am attracted to? [more inside]
Recording Mic for $100?
Music Recording: Do I want a Shure SM57, 58 or something else? [more inside]
posted by DMan at 9:33 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by DMan at 9:33 PM PST - 16 comments
How do I fight ringworm in my environment?
I appear to have ringworm, and I think I got it from my new kitten. I know how to treat ringworm for myself, and I'm taking the kitten to the vet on Tuesday...but is my apartment now extra-plagued with spores? And what should I do about it? [more inside]
posted by ootandaboot at 8:39 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by ootandaboot at 8:39 PM PST - 8 comments
How can I include updates from a Facebook "fan page" in my Wordpress blog's stream?
How can I include updates from a Facebook "fan page" in my Wordpress blog's stream? [more inside]
How to start a career as a freelance journalist.
I'm a university student about to graduate with honours in Arts (majoring in English). I've spent the last three years working casually as a mostly unpaid freelance journalist for several rather small online and print publications, and now that my studies have come to a close I'm looking to move into paid work. If there are any mefites who have experience as freelancers and have any advice (or jobs!) for me starting out in this business, I'd really appreciate any input at all. [more inside]
CMS for web presence
I need a web presence for articles and pictures, and a way for readers to comment on both. I know a lot about web servers, and squat/all about web design, and I don't have oodles of free time... help me pick a CMS. [more inside]
I need surgery and don't have insurance. What are my options?
I need surgery and don't have insurance. What are my options? [more inside]
Does one or both of us need therapy, or is it time to DTMFA?
The way my boyfriend behaves when he's angry makes me deeply uncomfortable. Is this his issue, or mine? [more inside]
What can I learn from disaster?
What steps can I take to reduce the risk of, or prepare myself for, common disasters in life? The first time my hard drive crashed, I learned to back up my data regularly; when a friend's dad had a heart attack when I was younger, I learned how to eat healthily and exercise; it took a root canal for me to realise that brushing my teeth isn't enough. I've also learned the hard way that just because a young woman asks you out, doesn't mean that you can skip the step where you ask, "Hey, uh, you don't have a boyfriend, do you?"
I'd like to learn more of these vital lessons without having to go through the disaster part first. Have you learned things from surviving a disaster, that you can pass on? I'm most interested in things that happen to nearly everyone: having a hard drive crash, losing your parents, stuff like that, but if there are other things I should know, I'd like to hear those, too. [more inside]
How can I view JPG comments on a Mac?
How can I view the comments in my JPG files, on a Mac? [more inside]
Which Pope knew how to throw a party?
Help me find this half-remembered anecdote from what I think was a collection of famous chefs or food writers discussing their ideal meals? [more inside]
posted by grar at 6:50 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by grar at 6:50 PM PST - 5 comments
Finding Briton
[Moto journalist filter] What ever happened to Colin Schiller (founder and editor of the UK magazine Fast Bikes)? [more inside]
posted by thekiltedwonder at 6:41 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by thekiltedwonder at 6:41 PM PST - 2 comments
Tell your doctor about your marijuana usage?
Do you disclose to your doctor that you smoke pot? [more inside]
Put me up on some plug-ins...
What are the best (free?) VST plug-ins for Ableton Live on OS X 10.6.4? [more inside]
posted by Tiresias at 6:15 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Tiresias at 6:15 PM PST - 4 comments
The 1980s in Japan
What was Japan like during the mid-to-late 1980s? [more inside]
posted by Despondent_Monkey at 6:10 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Despondent_Monkey at 6:10 PM PST - 14 comments
In video games, where did the term "Boss" come from?
In video games, where did the term "Boss" come from? It seems as though the term has been around forever, but where did it originate?
3 month summer fitness plan ideas
Help me put some structure into my vague summer fitness goals. I'm a male student in my early twenties, and while I'm not overweight or incredibly unfit, I'd like to put on a bit of muscle and improve my fitness over the coming summer break (3 months - I'm in the southern hemisphere). I have heaps of workout options available to me, and I need a bit of guidance! [more inside]
I'd like to meet the awesome guys
Where can I meet awesome guys in person in the Silicon Valley? Bonus points for places where it would be easier to strike up a conversation with them. [more inside]
Give this INFJ a job suggestion, please!
Good careers for a Myers Briggs INFJ? (Special snowflakes inside) [more inside]
posted by shortyJBot at 5:03 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by shortyJBot at 5:03 PM PST - 21 comments
computer aided essay grading
Have you used software to help you grade student essays? Tell me about your experience. [more inside]
songs quoting love?
I'd like to sign my friends' wedding card with a great quote about love from a song. Caveat: wink and a nod to "cool" songwriter? [more inside]
Help me come up with the perfect Hugo Chavez outfit for Halloween
Help me come up with the perfect Hugo Chavez outfit for Halloween [more inside]
Help me find a substitute for Taco Bell Fire Sauce that is available for purchase
What is the closest thing to Taco Bell Fire Border Sauce that I can find on the market? [more inside]
The fine line between 'gentleman' and 'creep'...
How do I offer to escorting my date home without sounding like I'm sleazily trying to invite myself back to her place? [more inside]
Have I regained my sanity?
I was diagnosed with bipolar a few months ago and I've been taking limotrigine ever since. Since then I've noticed that, for the past 5 years or so, even when I wasn't depressed or manic, the way I was thinking was pretty irrational. Among other things I made important decisions like which university to go to and what to study for reasons that don't make any sense to me now, and I had very unrealistic ambitions which I was convinced I would achieve even though I didn't do anything to work towards them.
Does bipolar effect the way you think, even when you're not experiencing a manic or depressive episode? And if so would mood stabilizers fight that part of the illness?
Porting a cell phone number to a land line phone?
Can I port my existing AT&T Wireless cell phone number to a new Comcast Digital Voice land line account?
The 1-800-Comcast customer support rep. said no, but the FCC says "you can switch telephone service providers, including interconnected Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) providers, and keep your existing phone number".
What's the final verdict? Anyone have experience with this?
posted by thankyoumuchly at 3:26 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by thankyoumuchly at 3:26 PM PST - 6 comments
Unsolicited Advice
A friend of mine kind of acts like an ass when eating out. Should I say something? [more inside]
Who gets to keep the store? The owner, or the brother's ex-wife?
[Family Court, California] Lawyer gave advice to do something. We did it. Now the judge is saying it might be fraud. What's the best course of action? [more inside]
posted by MexicanYenta at 2:50 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by MexicanYenta at 2:50 PM PST - 11 comments
It's my own fault, is there anything I can do?
I just found out that the woman I hooked up with last night has chlamydia...what now? [more inside]
Is there a word for the 150th anniversary of something?
There is centennial and there is bicentennial; is there a word to desdribe the 150th anniversary of something?
Thank you.
posted by holdenjordahl at 2:36 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by holdenjordahl at 2:36 PM PST - 9 comments
Ma'am, there are needles in my burger. What is this?!
"You are being lied to" exposes? [more inside]
Formula for figuring poker winnings
I need help untangling a formula for tracking poker winnings. All this math is making my head hurt! Totally legal details within. [more inside]
NB: "Notes" are driving me nuts
Where did the terms "note" and "notes," meaning "critique" come from? When did this usage become widespread? [more inside]
posted by ethnomethodologist at 1:54 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by ethnomethodologist at 1:54 PM PST - 32 comments
DSLR. $1,000. Awesomeness.
Help me put together as awesome a DSLR kit as possible, for $1,000. [more inside]
Revelatory Redemption
Can someone refresh my memory about Revelation Space by Alastair Reynolds? I'm reading Redemption Ark and a few things I feel like I should remember aren't coming back. [more inside]
Riding 100km: advice?
Canadian Running
RUNNING FILTER CANADIAN STYLE: Gotta do a training run in Toronto. [more inside]
Need some fun ways to reveal my baby's sex
What are some interesting ways to reveal my baby's sex? The catch is is that I don't know it either. [more inside]
Can't I just step through the gate like it used to be?
I'm flying next month and will have to go through a full body scanner for the first time. I'm not comfortable with this at all. I'm so not ok with the scanner that I'm considering driving 17 hours instead. I know that I can request a patdown, but will this subject me to any additional hassling or questioning by the TSA / airport security?
What does a futures systems trader do next?
I was a futures systems developer, what should my next career be? [more inside]
Cat bed or perch on the radiator?
DIY cat bed on the radiator. Is it safe to build a platform on top of the cast-iron steam radiator for my cat to sit/lie on? If so, what materials, methods, etc should I use? [more inside]
How to be supportive when you're several states away?
A relative was just diagnosed with lung cancer. How can I be supportive? [more inside]
I don't know who I am any more
In the US (Illinois, specifically) I changed my name legally, or so I thought. Now it appears the name change may not have happened. How can I confirm beyond a doubt whether the name change legally exists or not, and if not, what's next? [more inside]
posted by davejay at 12:51 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by davejay at 12:51 PM PST - 25 comments
Help me get through conversations with my sister!
Looking for advice when relating to my sister. She says some things that are very judgemental, and I would love advice about how to brush her comments off without getting into an argument. [more inside]
Minimal Office Chair
Help me find a comfortable desk chair that fits my minimalist office aesthetic. [more inside]
posted by l33tpolicywonk at 12:43 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by l33tpolicywonk at 12:43 PM PST - 7 comments
Where are all the blank bottles at on the internet!?
Where can I find stock photos of blank bottles? Particularly liquor bottles? [more inside]
Drinks on the West Side of Manhattan on Halloween Saturday night?
Does anyone know a bar on the west side of Manhattan, nearish the 69th Street entrance to the park, that could accommodate dozens, even perhaps 100 people, for drinks on a Saturday from 5-7? [more inside]
What's that artist?
I heard a strange poppy cover of Rage Against the Machine's "Killing in the Name of", and I can't find it. Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by bzbb at 12:27 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by bzbb at 12:27 PM PST - 2 comments
Who was William Penn?
History Filter: Please explain William Penn to me in elementary terms. [more inside]
posted by Fairchild at 12:17 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Fairchild at 12:17 PM PST - 10 comments
When should I go where in Europe?
Help me itinerary plan for 4 European vacations! What to see when in the fall and winter [more inside]
A pearfect pickle: up to my ears in Asian pears
What to do with ~20 Asian pears? Looking for recipes, freezing ideas, etc. [more inside]
Pep.
I love peppercorn sauce. I'm a vegetarian. What can I eat it with? [more inside]
posted by teraspawn at 12:13 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by teraspawn at 12:13 PM PST - 8 comments
Like Cat and Dog
How do I train my dog to love (or at least ignore) my cat? [more inside]
Synecdoche vs Metonymy
When people use the airport code of the San Francisco international airport (SFO) to refer to the city of San Francisco, is that an example of synecdoche or metonymy? Can it be both? The airport isn't within the city limits of San Francisco, if that makes a difference. [more inside]
posted by Jeff Howard at 12:02 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by Jeff Howard at 12:02 PM PST - 30 comments
Does Satan enjoy Hell? In the Judeo-Christian construct.
Hey guys. Now I'm not a religious person by any means (I feel that has bearing on the nature of the question). I've been reading Joyce though, and his characters often have trouble with certain aspects of Irish Catholicism. It got me thinking: in the Judeo-Christian construct of heaven and hell, God and Satan, we are informed that heaven is the location of all bliss and hell of all evil. Or something like that. What I'm wondering is, from that perspective, does Satan get any fun out of being in hell? I mean, plenty of things deemed "evil" are also pleasurable, at least to the primary individual. Does he have fun down there? Or is it just pure, no-playing-around-and-god-dammit-stop-smiling evil?
Hyundai Tucson 2WD vs 4WD
When driving in all sorts of terrain which is really better in a SUV 2WD or 4WD? [more inside]
Good PC Samaritans Needed
Need some help/advice with nuking a laptop harddrive, partitioning, & reinstalling the XP operating system - experience with doing so on Dell systems a plus. [more inside]
Looking for hardware/software experiment ideas.
I want to build some kind of simple hardware/software "thing" using Phidgets or Arduino, those systems that have RFID, sensors of various sorts (light, noise, etc.) , LEDs, and analog buttons, dials, GPS receivers, etc. I'm having trouble coming up with a somewhat simple, cool little experiment that is inspiring enough to spend the time doing. Got any ideas for me?
Take the bus to Mercury
Putting together a Stockholm based scavenger hunt / amazing race type of activity. What should it include? Do you have non-city-specific ideas, come on in too! [more inside]
posted by Iteki at 11:34 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Iteki at 11:34 AM PST - 3 comments
The spooky spooky woo woo show
If I wanted to watch Fringe, what episodes should I watch If I don;t want to watch a lot of boring monster-of-the-week stuff? This list seems like a good starting point, though I'll happily include episodes that are watchable or good rather essential to the overall series mythology. For bonus points, which disks of the DVD library should I get from the video store to see the good episodes?
posted by Artw at 11:28 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Artw at 11:28 AM PST - 8 comments
reality tv revenue stream?
I'm looking for an overview of the economics of reality television - how much does this sector generate in cash? [more inside]
Help me look pretentious on the train
I want to find more books that are cerebral, unusual, and brief. [more inside]
Enrichment activities for kids
What are your best ideas for enrichment activities for kids in a small private school with a limited budget? [more inside]
posted by greenmagnet at 11:12 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by greenmagnet at 11:12 AM PST - 9 comments
Freedom's just another word....
I'm 32, have $60K in the bank, no debts, few personal attachments, and mad computer programming skills. I would like to move to another country for a year or two, where I can live economically off my savings, improve my programming skills, and start a number of web/software projects that will hopefully be the Next Big Thing. Where should I go? [more inside]
Will Obama "not signing" H.R. 3808 keep it from becoming law?
Will Obama "not signing" H.R. 3808 keep it from becoming law? [more inside]
Seeking a road map to the periodical world.
What are good resources for magazine/journal literacy, maps of the terrain of the periodical world? [more inside]
Reusing a Chambord Bottle
Any cool reuses for an empty Chambord bottle? [more inside]
No, it's not a shotgun wedding...
QuickyWeddingFilter: Our big day has to happen in a big hurry. What can we do to make it special when we don't have much time or money? [more inside]
What cheap storage thing should I buy?
What is the cheapest/best way to get around 1TB of RAID 1 home storage external to any particular computer? [more inside]
I can't tell that my eyes are shutting.
I can't tell that my eyes are shutting. It is a huge problem that is affecting my job. During meetings, people are saying that my eyes appears to be shut (i.e., I look like I am asleep). I can not tell this and in fact can remember every word that has been uttered. How can I stop this? [more inside]
Help Me Exalt, But Legally
Where can I purchase Kutless's "We Exalt Thee" in mp3 format? [more inside]
Can I salvage this data?
Is there a way to salvage data from a stupid dd mistake? [Ubuntu] [more inside]
Classic American bootstrap stories?
Classic American bootstrap stories? [more inside]
Matchmaker, matchmaker, make me an app...
How does one find an iDevice app creator? I have ideas but not the technical expertise. [more inside]
Photography in a Convention Center Florescent Lighting
Help me take better pictures in a convention center with horrible lighting. [more inside]
Just one more day...
I need to delay my period using Ortho Tri Clycline LO. Help! [more inside]
Morse code would have been simpler.
Looking to get an SMS number for 2 months in Norway. How can I do this? [more inside]
posted by tip120 at 10:05 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by tip120 at 10:05 AM PST - 4 comments
Eating good food in Vegas.
Great buffets and restaurants in Vegas? [more inside]
online MBA ASU Penn State
How math intensive are the online MBA programs from ASU and Penn State? [more inside]
I like it I love it I want it, can I hope ever to have it?
I *love* this aquamarine and diamond 14K ring, which is priced at $1850(USD). Not that I'm actually planning on buying it, but just for curiosity's sake, and possibly for practical use much further down the financial road, is this a competitive price, or could I hope to have one just like it made, or to find something similar, for less?
buzz headache
Looking for a pair of speakers for a classroom with lousy electric lines. The circuit has a dimmer, florescent lights that cause all types of buzzing through our current speakers. Our current speakers have noise reduction circuitry, but it shuts off after a few minutes after the sound stops, leaving a buzz.
Costco once a week
What is a healthy, reasonable shopping list/meal plan that can be purchased once a week from Costco? [more inside]
posted by lattiboy at 9:37 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by lattiboy at 9:37 AM PST - 10 comments
Zzzzzz!
For the past two weeks, I have been sleeping (or wanting to sleep) 14+ hours a day! Could this really be the fault of my epilepsy medication? [more inside]
She must have Daddy Issues.
How do I overcome my severe trust issues with men? Very long backstory inside, be warned. [more inside]
I proceeded to tell the story of Alice's Restaurant in four-part harmony...
I was fired...years ago. Do I tell? If so, what do I say? [more inside]
How to make an offline interactive map with overlays.
How can I make an interactive map with KML overlays (clickable points of interest) that will work offline, and cross platform? [more inside]
Stilled Life
What are some literary works that depict or are written in the voice of someone who is paralyzed or who, for medical and/or existential reasons, cannot move his/her body without great effort? [more inside]
posted by taramosalata at 9:02 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by taramosalata at 9:02 AM PST - 15 comments
Help me find a good fall women's jacket
After lots of searching, I found the perfect fall jacket - only to find that it's out of stock in my size. Help me find one like it? [more inside]
posted by milkweed at 8:57 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by milkweed at 8:57 AM PST - 10 comments
Ouch.
Hoo boy, these photos are in trouble. Can they be rescued? [more inside]
Chicago cardiologist who follows Ornish program?
Chicago area cardiologist who follows the Dean Ornish program? [more inside]
Ear candy for my diabetic ear shock (Song ID)
Please identify this song, prettypleasepleaseplease? [more inside]
How do I get rid of pigeons from my balcony?
How do I get rid of pigeons from my balcony? [more inside]
Brussels sprouts and tapioca recipes for an iron chef style competition
Help me win this Iron Chef-style competition! [more inside]
Movie Makeover Central
I'm looking for examples of the makeover montage in movies. You know, character undergoes radical transformation, set to music? A la Brittany Murphy in Clueless, or Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman. Obvious and obscure examples of any time-period welcome, and while montages are my main priority I welcome other memorable movie makeovers. Female examples only, please.
How to adjust cake recipe for glass bakeware?
How should I adjust a cake recipe to make it in a glass or pyrex pan rather than metal pan? [more inside]
Words Fail Me
Looking for witty movie recommendations. [more inside]
I want matzoh balls, not matzoh bricks
I love the large, fluffy matzoh balls you find at good delicatessens. When I make them at home they come out like leaden bricks. Help me get that authentic deli-style taste and texture! [more inside]
posted by slogger at 8:02 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by slogger at 8:02 AM PST - 23 comments
TV filming at your house?
A location scout slipped a letter through our mailslot - call him if we'd be willing to let them "rent" our house for the filming of a television show episode. I haven't called him so I don't know how much they might pay, or any other details. Have you ever done this? Is it an awful headache? I'm interested in hearing how it worked out for you.
Explain this Perry Bible Friendship comic please.
Could you please explain this, its a Perry Bible Friendship comic called Transmission? What is that thing?
posted by therubettes at 7:46 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by therubettes at 7:46 AM PST - 5 comments
Berkeley Madonna + Ubuntu = ?
Is there a way to install the Windows version of Berkeley Madonna on Ubuntu? It's not seeming to want to work with Wine.
Temporary phone address book?
Cell phone and contacts - I can't be the only one who needs a kinda short-term or temporary contact phone address-book for those numbers I'm dealing with today or this week - but I don't want to add them to by regular address book. [more inside]
Apps for Airports?
iPad as Hitchiker's Guide: I've got a couple weeks of travel coming up and I want to carry as little as possible. To wit, I want to bring my iPad as my portable Internet Device and I was wondering what apps would make it the perfect travel companion. Which apps have saved your life enroute? What do you wish you had? [more inside]
High IQ = Life Success?
I am looking for research / articles about highly intelligent people (high IQs) and their careers. Specifically, I want anything that documents whether a correlation exists between being a hyperintelligent child genius and having a successful career later on. Can you help me? [more inside]
posted by Omnomnom at 6:09 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Omnomnom at 6:09 AM PST - 12 comments
Port Arthur culture?
I have a friend who is living and working temporarily in the Port Arthur/ Beaumont area of Texas. He is vegetarian and gets his goodness from nature, museums, etc. Depression is sinking in, any suggestions?
I need a new lipstick
What are some recommendations for matte, long-lasting lipstick? [more inside]
posted by A Terrible Llama at 5:26 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by A Terrible Llama at 5:26 AM PST - 26 comments
Would a chocolate teapot work in space?
Is there an atmospheric pressure at which the melting point of chocolate is higher than the boiling point of water? [more inside]
posted by public at 5:14 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by public at 5:14 AM PST - 10 comments
I want to think less frameworky
I've become habitually prone to categorizing mankind according to various schema, many of which are informed by social science. The problem is this brings polarized and hierarchical thinking, and I suspect may be the illusion of intelligence. I suppose I am easily seduced by "frameworks". Can you recommend any books that address this issue, or could at least break me out of this tendency?
Have a carrot (if you can help me find this article)
Some time in the last 8 years I read an article about children's author Margaret Wise Brown. It was a profile about her life (maybe in the context of a book review?), and it was about how depressed she was. I seem to remember her being in an abusive or controlling relationship with an older man or an older woman. It could have been in the New York Times, the New Yorker, or some other major publication. I've tried searching on the newyorker.com and nytimes.com, but didn't find what I wanted (but perhaps I wasn't searching the right way). Can you help me find this article? At least a citation if it's not online?
What are some interesting wikis on the web?
What are some awesome subject-specific wikis? [more inside]
posted by ollyollyoxenfree at 12:25 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by ollyollyoxenfree at 12:25 AM PST - 22 comments
October 6
What's the quickest way to buy a flat, and what obstacles might there be?
What's the quickest possible way to buy a house/flat in the UK? What obstacles are there that stop things from going this quickly? [more inside]
posted by handee at 11:39 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by handee at 11:39 PM PST - 10 comments
Best birthday gift for a hobbyist potter?
Gift suggestions for the hobbyist potter (ceramics)? [more inside]
Coming soon to a theater near you: Me! Any advice for a soon-to-be hollywood extra?
Coming soon to a theater near you: Me! Any advice for a soon-to-be hollywood extra? [more inside]
Make Zem Do Summtheeeeng!
Halloween costume ideas involving goggles? [more inside]
posted by mannequito at 10:15 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by mannequito at 10:15 PM PST - 22 comments
What to do about my friend's affair?
What should I do about my friend who is on his second affair? Wife knows about the first one, but not this one. [more inside]
posted by AMSBoethius at 9:53 PM PST - 53 comments
posted by AMSBoethius at 9:53 PM PST - 53 comments
What do you wish you knew before you finished your basement?
What do you wish you knew before you finished your basement? [more inside]
less work and more non-billable time makes me a dull consultant
I'm an entry-level billable employee at a consulting firm. Things are slow for me right now. I'm looking for advice on how to best use my free time and to stay on track when I'm not that busy. [more inside]
posted by samthemander at 9:26 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by samthemander at 9:26 PM PST - 8 comments
Urban gangs. Please explain.
Urban gangs - please explain. [more inside]
Is a sincere apology in this situation enough?
I made a stupid mistake and sent an email to my lecturer in which I told her to "chill the %^%$% out." Yes, I didn't even write "fuck". Should an instant and sincere apology be accepted, and should I be concerned about my final mark from this person? [more inside]
Why do my joints ache at night?
Every evening, a couple of hours before I usually go to bed, the joints in my feet, legs, and knuckles seem to stiffen up and need to be stretched and cracked constantly. What's going on, and how do I prevent it? [more inside]
What's the provenance of "one man and one woman" to describe marriage?
Was describing marriage as "one man and one woman" in common use before the rise of same-sex marriage advocacy? [more inside]
Who proofs the proofreaders?
I'm a professional copy editor who has been blessed with an intern with good instincts and grammatical understanding, but needs to learn the techniques of the craft. Right now I'm just reviewing her work and discussing her mistakes/omissions as they arise, but I'd like to do more formalized instruction. Can anyone recommend a lesson plan? [more inside]
How can I tell my story without boring everyone?
I agreed to step in as a last-minute speaker at a rally for public education tomorrow. I found this question about speaking at rallies, which was really helpful. Now the problem is that I'm worried about being boring. How can I be a really lively, exciting speaker, especially considering that I'm speaking partly about personal experiences? [more inside]
How often do foster children become adopted children?
How often does foster-to-adopt actually lead to adoption (in New York)?
I am interested in fostering a young child, with the intent to adopt. I can't tell from anecdotal evidence or from speaking with agencies what the percentage is of fostered children eventually being released for adoption by their foster parents. Also, if anyone knows of a great agency or lawyer to contact about this, please share. Thank you.
Fall Garden Help!
What should I plant? [more inside]
Is $400 for a used d90 worth it?
Is $400 for a used nikon d90 worth it? [more inside]
What stock news sites would Burton Malkiel read?
Stock commentary for the defensive investor? [more inside]
posted by blahtsk at 6:24 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by blahtsk at 6:24 PM PST - 5 comments
I don't think it's just Senioritis
I'm in my last year of school at one of the best universities in Canada, with a job waiting for me when I graduate. I have a fantastic (long distance) boyfriend whom I love to pieces and vice versa. I'm on anti-depressants and spent the last two days in bed. One of these is not like the other. [more inside]
My boxer brief conundrum
Target used to sell 3-packs of Merona brand all black (black waistband and black base) boxer briefs, but they've stopped carrying them. Has anyone who's tried these fantastic boxer briefs found a suitable replacement? They were the kind that didn't have a fly opening in the front. [more inside]
Where to sell decent cigars rec'd as gift?
Calling all cigar aficionados...my brother drives a limo on the weekend and some clients recently tossed him a box of (supposedly decent) cigars as a tip. He has no interest in smoking them. Any idea where could he sell them to get a little cash instead? Ebay seems to be out of the question for tobacco. There are 19 Macanudo cert vintage 1988 #1 in the humidor pictured here. Thanks.
Should I repair my television?
My flatscreen has given me a good 5 years of use, but may have finally reached its demise. What do I do? [more inside]
Studio Noob
I have never been in a studio, and have only been concentrating on pure software synths and trackers. I have been wondering if the following scenario is realistic or not to expect, and if you have any experience doing something similar. [more inside]
posted by pemdasi at 4:41 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by pemdasi at 4:41 PM PST - 11 comments
Book Club Suggestions?
Suggestions on books for a school book club that's half staff half students? [more inside]
Web Design Software for Non-Geek
A friend wants to "design websites". She is great in panting, colors, photography, but has until now no expereience with sophisticated software. I am afraid Photoshop / Dreamweaver is too much for a start. What software do you recommend?
What was that board game from the '90s with the crystal ball called?
What was that board game from the '90s with the crystal ball called? [more inside]
posted by Temeraria at 4:22 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Temeraria at 4:22 PM PST - 5 comments
Seeking engagement rings in Boston. Shhhhh.
Seeking engagement ring recommendations in Boston. [more inside]
Like a defective typewriter, want to skip a .
Does it hurt anything by taking birth control pills continuously to skip a period? [more inside]
Internet access without phone line?
Can I get temporary Internet service without a phone line? [more inside]
posted by mrgrimm at 3:29 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by mrgrimm at 3:29 PM PST - 14 comments
Unfortunately SurveyMonkey is the wrong answer
A non-profit I volunteer for wants to set up online quizzes, but doesn't have the manpower right now to integrate them into their normal website. Is there a good external solution? [more inside]
These mythical awesome dentist -- where do I find one?
How do you find a dentist who is good with very anxious patients? Is it appropriate to ask, when making the appointment, if he’s willing to prescribe a sedative and/or use gas? I hear (often on askme) that people have marvelous, caring dentists who are willing to do whatever is necessary to make them comfortable, but where do you find one? I’ve got this list of dentists covered by my insurance, I need one that can fill my cavities without leaving me in hysterics, and I don’t know how to go about discovering who that will be. [more inside]
Make me look awesome.
Getting my first haircut in ages. Help!!! [more inside]
Take me on a smelling spree.
Through surgery, I regained my full sense of smell today. I haven't smelled clearly since 2006.
I live in Washington, DC. It's brisk Fall. Feeling 100%. What should I go smell this week?
posted by metajc at 2:30 PM PST - 62 comments
posted by metajc at 2:30 PM PST - 62 comments
Galacto-Goddesses Wanted to Help Rebuild Civilization!
Hypothetical post-apocalyptic usefulness of lactating women: not only the first time that particular phrase has been typed, but ALSO a question which has been bugging me for years. [more inside]
posted by julthumbscrew at 2:27 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by julthumbscrew at 2:27 PM PST - 21 comments
Where can we work on our beautiful game?
Does anybody know of a good field in the East Bay for (indoor) soccer practice? [more inside]
Easily portable digital TV recording for multiple homes?
Asking for a Friend: My father still uses VHS tapes. I need to get him on tech from this millennium. [more inside]
Help me deal with the cramps while I wait to see the doc!
What can I do to treat and/or prevent severe constipation cramps? [more inside]
Die mouse, die!
Web browser with universal keyboard shortcut for back/forward a page? [more inside]
Will I ever have a baby?
I'm currently dealing with infertility, and would like to hear some personal experiences with conception and assisted reproductive technologies. [more inside]
Can someone identify this artist?
Help my flats live forever
I have a favorite pair of pink flats that would be awesome to have in yellow, red, green, eggplant, you name it. They aren't being made anymore. Can I easily DIY-replicate them in other fabrics/colors? [more inside]
Saving boring olives
What do I do with bland olives? I recently purchased canned olives for the first time (usually get them in jars or from the expensive olive bar). They are the Whole Foods 365 brand and have no seasoning besides salt. They are bland and quite gross actually. What can I add them to, or do to them to make them tasty and/or useful.
posted by purpletangerine at 2:08 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by purpletangerine at 2:08 PM PST - 21 comments
I want to be a hacker
From 0-Hero programming filter: Help me build a long term learning plan to go from a cursory knowledge about how to control and fix my machines to a capability to control and manipulate my machines to do what I will them? [more inside]
Sorry, it will take me more than 3 days to go through 34256 results
How to systematically search for a psych measure in PsychINFO, etc.? [more inside]
posted by leedly at 1:54 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by leedly at 1:54 PM PST - 5 comments
Help me find a replacement home theater receiver
I have a Onkyo HT-S3200 HTIAB. The speakers are perfect for my needs, but the receiver is lacking one major feature. Help me find a replacement receiver (or help me fix my problem). [more inside]
A mystery backpack brand?
Is there a brand whose logo is a yellow equal sign in a blue square (extremely similar to the Human Rights Campaign logo) that makes backpacks? [more inside]
posted by aquanet at 1:33 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by aquanet at 1:33 PM PST - 12 comments
Children's Book Help!
ChildrensBookFilter: Looking for the name of a picture book or a series of books about animals on a cruise ship that go to an island? [more inside]
posted by cottoncandybeard at 1:11 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by cottoncandybeard at 1:11 PM PST - 3 comments
More ereader questions
E-Reader time: beach, bath, page lag and sync. [more inside]
Volunteer for non-profit boards?
A few months ago, I was talking to someone at a party and they mentioned a web site through which you can volunteer to join the boards of various non-profit organizations. I have totally forgotten the name and haven't been able to google it up. Anyone know what I'm talking about?
posted by crickets at 12:35 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by crickets at 12:35 PM PST - 4 comments
Help me find this shirt, pretty please.
Glee/Fashion Filter: A friend (I swear it's not me) is looking for a shirt worn by Kurt in the "Power of Madonna" episode. Grey on Black french horn T-shirt and I can't seem to find it instock online. [more inside]
posted by RolandOfEld at 12:32 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by RolandOfEld at 12:32 PM PST - 3 comments
What is everything made out of?
Attn: scientifically minded Mefites! I want to learn about what everything is made out of! [more inside]
Advice on making a simple wind-powered generator in a high-school.
Advice on making a simple wind-powered generator with high-school students. [more inside]
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 12:16 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 12:16 PM PST - 14 comments
How to deal with my coworker?
What to do about a prejudiced coworker? [more inside]
posted by matkline at 12:00 PM PST - 44 comments
posted by matkline at 12:00 PM PST - 44 comments
Nile Cruises: Does the "Oberoi Shehrayar" actually exist?
Nile Cruises: Does the "Oberoi Shehrayar" actually exist? [more inside]
posted by simonw at 11:44 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by simonw at 11:44 AM PST - 8 comments
What is the meaning of the medical colloquialism "low blood"?
What is the meaning of the medical colloquialism "low blood"?
posted by feathermeat at 11:30 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by feathermeat at 11:30 AM PST - 11 comments
time to eat the veggies!
What are your favorite all (or nearly all) vegetable recipes, that are tasty and fulfilling enough to be a main dish on their own? [more inside]
Do I need to spend $200 on a hair dryer?
Do I need to spend $200 on a hair dryer? [more inside]
Books on Papal history?
I am trying to find the definitive warts-and-all book on Papal history. Any suggestions please?
Does broiling empty nonstick pans kill them?
What drawing tool lets a non-geek make a webcomic?
I have a non-technical friend who needs to create a web comic stripthing. I know there are drawing tools designed for such. But what are they?
What's all this heraldic gibberish mean?
Can you help me decipher what my family crest looks like based on the lingo from its heraldic description? [more inside]
posted by bjork24 at 11:02 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by bjork24 at 11:02 AM PST - 5 comments
What movie is this scene in?
Just trying to remember what movie this scene is from . . . . [more inside]
Looking for advice starting a web development company?
Looking for advice starting a web development company? [more inside]
Washing the Neoprene
Can I wash a neoprene wetsuit in a washing machine? [more inside]
Picking a Pack
Looking for a great travel backpack - your reviews? [more inside]
I had a dream... I was Picasso!
I had a dream I started painting again. Help me renew this hobby cheaply and correctly. [more inside]
posted by two lights above the sea at 10:20 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by two lights above the sea at 10:20 AM PST - 8 comments
How do people usually buy big box stuff in European cities?
How do carless people usually buy big box stuff in European cities? [more inside]
Suck it up and suck it in with shapewear?
Women's underwear-filter: Is shapewear now a must-wear under work clothes? I want my clothes to look great but I hate the thought of feeling like a stuffed sausage all day! [more inside]
posted by Rosie M. Banks at 10:18 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by Rosie M. Banks at 10:18 AM PST - 26 comments
How much trouble am I flirting with?
Does a 120V AC -->12V DC power supply need an RF choke when used to power a small DC motor? [more inside]
posted by jon1270 at 10:12 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by jon1270 at 10:12 AM PST - 7 comments
How many gigawatts does it take?
Know of any good workplaces for software developers in the Twin Cities?
I'm a software developer who's thinking of changing jobs. Can you help me figure out which companies in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area I should be looking at, and which ones I should stay away from? [more inside]
What's the best way to genuinely end a pseudo relationship?
So, it turns out for me that Harry was right—men and women can’t be friends, or at least this woman can’t just be friends with this man. I need to get myself out of a great friendship that is turning into a terrible pseudo-relationship. What’s the best way to handle this? Snowflake details to follow, of course. [more inside]
Flat File alternative?
Any thoughts on an alternative for this super expensive flat file for a printmaker? [more inside]
dog won't walk
tonight there's going to be a Jailbreak
iPhone 4, iOS 4.1, Jailbreakable? What route should I take? What am I in for? [more inside]
posted by dirtdirt at 9:13 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by dirtdirt at 9:13 AM PST - 8 comments
Classy/comfy/stretchy/awesome pants
Pants-filter: I have these lovely pair of North Face Pants that I use for climbing, hiking, and casual wear. Unfortunately, they're getting worn because I wear them so much, and it doesn't look like they're sold much in stores anymore. So I'm looking for suggestions for other pants I can add to my closet. [more inside]
I Want To Purchase My Sweetie's House. Help Me Make It Happen.
Looking for solutions on home purchase. Help me! [more inside]
Cool web tools I can host myself
I've been using an RSS reader I host on my own server called Fever. It is awesome. What other cool things like this can I host myself? [more inside]
posted by The Devil Tesla at 8:42 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by The Devil Tesla at 8:42 AM PST - 7 comments
Aidez ma mémoire, s'il vous plaît!
Halloween help: Where can I find a non-sexy flight attendant costume, online or in the New York City area?
Halloween help: Where can I find a non-sexy flight attendant costume, online or in the New York City area?
Got place, need stuff (for cheap/less expensive)
Please help this Mefite stock up her new place in DC on a budget with local and online recommendations. [more inside]
Where can I buy tiny plastic dots/bumps?
My Google-fu has failed me. Where can I buy very small, adhesive dots which I can stick to buttons/etc. to improve their usability? [more inside]
posted by hijinx at 7:56 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by hijinx at 7:56 AM PST - 12 comments
Governor of Death
Which U.S. governor has presided over the most executions? [more inside]
Calendar publsihing
Is it possible to publish a calendar from the Mac iCal app to Gmail account calendar? [more inside]
Is there any value in trying to learn a language with my child?
Parent/child language lessons - anyone ever try this? [more inside]
What Are Some Great Movies About War?
We're watching Gettysburg, which is a great education in the Civil War for our 15-year-old son. What are other great movies about battles and war?
Recurring computer crashes
Weird recurring computer problems - gradual data corruption? Seems like we've tried everything... [more inside]
Dyeing leather white
I've got some vegetable tanned leather which I want to turn into my own made to measure sports bag. I want the bag to be white. Is there such a thing as white penetrating leather dye? [more inside]
posted by Sourisnoire at 7:01 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Sourisnoire at 7:01 AM PST - 2 comments
Fellow 4-eyed geeks, I need your help finding glasses
How to be a better teacher
How can I become an awesome English teacher to a foreign child? [more inside]
posted by djgh at 6:38 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by djgh at 6:38 AM PST - 5 comments
How do I shop for a nice dress for someone else online?
How do I shop online for a nice dress that someone else (my wife) will wear without notifying her? Since we started dating in college, and for a couple of years after that while we were doing what we were doing, we were never really making enough money to splurge on nice evening wear and so forth. Now, we're finally pretty financially stable, and this year for Christmas I want to get her a very nice evening gown (and some jewelry, but that's easy) for special events and so forth. The kicker is that I live pretty far away from any sort of store that could help me out with this, and any time I do get to any sort of civilization, I'm with my lovely wife and can't exactly do any surreptitious shopping. That leaves the Internet. [more inside]
posted by Slitherrr at 6:29 AM PST - 35 comments
posted by Slitherrr at 6:29 AM PST - 35 comments
Old TV Show Request
Asking for a friend of a friend. He wants to remember the name of some old sci-fi TV show and we're all stumped, so I turn to the collective memories of AskMe. [more inside]
posted by charred husk at 6:04 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by charred husk at 6:04 AM PST - 4 comments
SharePoint for web site
The corporation I work for is investigating using SharePoint 2010 for both intranet and website/extranet. The business case for the intranet is pretty sound, and we have identified many applications that can and should be replaced by a tool like SharePoint 2010. We have been asked to look at a website refresh, and we’re actively putting together a business case to use SharePoint for the website. [more inside]
Rush Push Lush Bush Hush
Other than, "It just is!", how do you explain to someone the pronunciation rule for: bush/push versus hush/lush/rush where the ush is pronounced differently.
posted by querty at 5:37 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by querty at 5:37 AM PST - 36 comments
I am she as she is me as you are me and we are all together
Is it possible to merge two iTunes accounts into one? [more inside]
posted by The Winsome Parker Lewis at 5:35 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by The Winsome Parker Lewis at 5:35 AM PST - 12 comments
Where do I Host a remote windows workstation ?
Newbie IT Hosting question : Where do I look if I want to host a workstation somewhere ?
Here's what I want to do : Host 2-3 workstations in the US, with users accessing them remotely through a secure VPN link - In the future I may host a server too. Where do I look for that ? [more inside]
Cheap as Cups
My housemate wants to drink from charming vintage teacups. Unfortunately, so does everyone else in East London, so round here they tend to only show up in cutesy-hipster shops at ridiculously inflated prices. Is there anywhere in London where one can still find them without the trend premium? [more inside]
How to heal when the hits keep on coming?
My friend is dating my ex. How does this not end in murder-murder-suicide? [more inside]
Which camera do I sell and which do I keep?
Which camera do I sell and which do I keep?
Film cameras: Olympus OM-1 with Zuiko auto-s f1.4 50mm and Canon AE-1 35 mm. [more inside]
Fighting a wrongful speeding ticket
Traffic Law Filter: I was written a ticket that should've been written to a similar car in front of me. How do I fight this? [more inside]
posted by GrubbyUtter at 12:18 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by GrubbyUtter at 12:18 AM PST - 11 comments
Help me help us?
RelationshipFilter: Is writing a letter to your SO ok, in addition to face-to-face? If so, help a kid out. [more inside]
iHate it
Is it just me, or is iTunes the most annoying, inconvenient, fricking stupid piece of software ever created? Help me figure out how to use this piece of crap. [more inside]
posted by moorooka at 12:04 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by moorooka at 12:04 AM PST - 34 comments
October 5
Overcoming fear of flying.... hopefully
It's high time I get back on an airplane, but I've had difficulty doing that in the past, even with the assistance of medication. How do I make this happen? [more inside]
posted by rachaelfaith at 11:10 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by rachaelfaith at 11:10 PM PST - 16 comments
America's Top Musical Instrument?
What are the most popular musical instruments in the US? What types of musical instruments are sold more in the United States than any other? [more inside]
Index cards aren't for me...
Like Shelfari or LibraryThing, but for movies? [more inside]
posted by DisreputableDog at 10:31 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by DisreputableDog at 10:31 PM PST - 11 comments
Desperately need to find the pedal steel guitarists' prayer! Well, it's not really desperate, but would really like to.
Where can I find the pedal steel guitar player's prayer, an humorous, obscure poem only relevant to pedal steel guitarists? I am sure I've seen it on the web somewhere at some point in the not-too-distant past, but my google-fu has failed me.
posted by wsg at 10:20 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by wsg at 10:20 PM PST - 3 comments
Dial PCS for Probably Change Service
Is there a way to stop MetroPCS logos from posting to Facebook account when uploading photos from cel phone? [more inside]
posted by Mike Mongo at 10:03 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Mike Mongo at 10:03 PM PST - 3 comments
Green Meteor?
Astronomy Filter. I have a friend who has seen (what I think to be) several meteors this year. Trouble is, they were green. Also, they weren't the usual streak across the sky, more like a Roman Candle, with no tail. What are they? [more inside]
posted by IvanKalinin at 10:00 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by IvanKalinin at 10:00 PM PST - 8 comments
No cutsey Teddy Bears
Recommendations for a Paluxy river B & B in Glen Rose, Texas. I'm absconding with Mrs Pecantree for the weekend. Victorian lace and pillows do not make a B & B attractive. Rather, honest nature and beautiful scenery with good food. We plan lots of hikes during the day.
Fuck you, Michelle Malkin, for making me ask this question.
the perfect multi purpose commuter coffee mug
I want a new coffee/tea container. It should be microwave-safe, dishwasher-safe with a sealable cap and a close loop handle. Is that too much too ask for? [more inside]
Help me invent jokes for my friend's roast.
We're doing a roast of a friend of mine on his birthday, and I need help coming up with jokes. Lets call him "Steve". The roast was Steve's idea, and he told us all he wants us to be as brutal as we can be. Roast style jokes aren't my forte, so I'm including a list of character traits he's famous for, and maybe everyone can help me get started! [more inside]
posted by shanevsevil at 8:13 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by shanevsevil at 8:13 PM PST - 23 comments
Gmail contacts to mailing labels
I need a dead simple and fast way to add 200 wedding guests' mailing addresses to GMail contacts then print mailing labels from my contact list. [more inside]
posted by my_thai at 7:52 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by my_thai at 7:52 PM PST - 10 comments
Science of Raw Food?
I find the supposed basis and theory of rawism compelling, but would like scientific corroboration and/or analysis. What resources (books, papers, anything reputable and thoughtful) have you encountered that you'd recommend?
Thanks in advance! [more inside]
posted by alexandermatheson at 7:52 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by alexandermatheson at 7:52 PM PST - 14 comments
Healthy egg protein powder?
Source for organic, free-range dried egg whites (a/k/a egg protein powder)? [more inside]
Al Gharbia A-Go-Go.
Help me find a driver for the Al Gharbia region of the UAE and not get fleeced. [more inside]
Custom Color Polos
Where online can I buy men's short sleeve polo's? Preferably polyester/cotton mix) in a specific color, i.e. Pantone 201C or something close to it. [more inside]
What are some good anime series/films?
What are some good anime series/films? [more inside]
Wireless Cable Modem + USB Port?
Need a wireless cable modem that has a USB port for an external hard drive or printer? [more inside]
posted by hilaryjade at 6:52 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by hilaryjade at 6:52 PM PST - 6 comments
I don't completely remember the last networking event, how do I gracefully and tactfully act at the next one ?
I don't completely remember the last networking event, how do I gracefully and tactfully act at the next one ? [more inside]
Where do I go from here with this close encounter of the non-consensual kind?
I have a problem with one of the students I tutor, but I'm not sure if he realized he crossed the line. [more inside]
Anxiety about a fetish
Can you help me get rid of anxiety about a fetish and my sexuality? [more inside]
maximizing my pool time
Back into the groove of exercise, need advice for swimming [more inside]
They eat horses, don't they?
Is there something that makes eating a "pet" inherently unethical. [more inside]
So... your husband. Not a child molester, by any chance?
There is a very small, but still nonzero, chance that my brother-in-law might be a pedophile. I have a toddler daughter who is very close to her aunt. How can I tactfully gather more information about this, and how should I handle it with my family? [more inside]
Auto-didacts out in the cold!
Tradecraft For Dummies: How can a pair of auto-didacts teach themselves the techniques and skills of the intelligence community? [more inside]
posted by weaponsgradecarp at 5:22 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by weaponsgradecarp at 5:22 PM PST - 9 comments
C? E & F are driving me ... to the internet
Windows XP drive letter question. System drive is E, partition is F. I need a C. [more inside]
Reconstructing data from statistics
Statistics Filter: Reconstructing data from F values? [more inside]
Conventional wisdom lets me down...as usual.
I thought a 5-speed manual always trumped an automatic for mpg, all else being equal? [more inside]
posted by bricoleur at 5:04 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by bricoleur at 5:04 PM PST - 25 comments
Please help me be the player I want to be.
I love playing (women's) lacrosse, but I'm having some problems. I need help figuring out what I'm doing wrong and how to correct it. General sports-related questions about skill level, competitiveness, and confidence follow. [more inside]
I would love to have this bone in my logo
Chiropractor client wants an atlas bone in his new logo, and I need to know what percentage of the population will be grossed out by that. [more inside]
posted by circular at 4:59 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by circular at 4:59 PM PST - 15 comments
How to monitor (get a transcript of) television
What would be the easiest way to record television and get it automatically transcribed? (some of the content would be in spanish) [more inside]
Cockroaches as wedding gifts?
Are there any cultures that give two live cockroaches as wedding gifts? [more inside]
posted by prairiecatherine at 4:44 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by prairiecatherine at 4:44 PM PST - 7 comments
Where am I going?
I don't know what I want to do with my life. Err! [more inside]
"Customers who liked Ortho Evra also liked ___________?"
If you've had good luck with Ortho Evra for birth control and also, at a different time, successfully used a birth control pill, what pill did you use? My current pill is not working for me and I need some help deciding between the multitude of pill options out there. [more inside]
Windows XP crash/boot failure - Hardware error or virus?
My brother-in-law's windows XP machine has died, with a STOP error of 7e (ooooo5).. Sometimes it also references aspi.sys. Sometimes it makes it to the 'windows' screen, then hangs there loading endlessly.
I suspected a rootkit because of a virus warning before it crashed, but I downloaded a couple of Linux rescue CDs and they didn't work - spitting out a variety of error messages (couldn't mount fs, init cancelled, or just a stream of hex numbers).
I've also tried safe mode with and without console - it just resets without comment.
The computer is very dusty, so my next step is to open it up and reseat the components after giving them a bit of compressed air - any thoughts on other stuff I could try, or components that might be at fault? I guess the motherboard is the obvious place for a problem - plausible?
posted by Sebmojo at 3:40 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Sebmojo at 3:40 PM PST - 13 comments
Can I fudge the Eurail purchase?
I didn't get my Eurail pass before I left. Now I have a surprise week off and I'd really like one. Will I run into any problems if I buy one, have it sent to my hometown in Canada, and have my parents send it back to me in France? I have 17 days before it needs to be in my hands. [more inside]
Onscreen Caps Lock/Num Lock/Insert notification for Windows XP?
Is there a utility that runs on Windows XP that will give an on-screen notification when the Caps Lock, Num Lock and Insert keys are pressed? [more inside]
Downhill since Endnote 5
Endnote X2: I have a number of documents in progress that are in the default setting for reference style, I have modified a style to enter refs with the same author and year but every time I try to add something in this modified style it just sends the whole document back to the default style, often taking much of the formatting with it. [more inside]
How to get insurance without being scammed?
How to get insurance without being scammed, in the US? [more inside]
Why *wouldn't* we want a legal agreement for a shared fence w/neighbor?
Please help me figure out if I'm being unreasonable to want more than a "handshake agreement" between my condo association and our neighbor to have that neighbor a) build a fence that b) straddles our two properties and c) wants us to pay 1/2 of the construction costs for, and that d) we'd "co-own and maintain." Condo drama inside. [more inside]
Where to advance to an RN from an LPN (nursing degree) via distance learning?
Looking for distance learning program to advance from an LPN to an RN [more inside]
posted by misformargaret at 2:53 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by misformargaret at 2:53 PM PST - 5 comments
Bad Translation on Friend's Tattoo
My (non-English speaking) friend has a tattoo in English that doesn't make sense. Do I tell her? [more inside]
Living with dirty landlords, and need to broach the subject of cleaning or leaving.
Currently renting a room in a couple's house-- they are my housemates and landlords. I am not liking the situation-- it's extremely dirty. How can I make the situation better, or broach the subject of leaving after I just moved in? [more inside]
Where to get cool stuff in Bucharest, Romania?
Where to get cool stuff in Bucharest, Romania... tomorrow? [more inside]
Please help translate this Latin building inscription!
Latin translation filter: please help translate a building dedication from the University of Toronto’s former “Department of Household Science” [more inside]
posted by Kirjava at 1:44 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Kirjava at 1:44 PM PST - 10 comments
Thanksgiving ham
Help me make a glazed ham this weekend. [more inside]
posted by molecicco at 1:41 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by molecicco at 1:41 PM PST - 7 comments
Improve My Life or Insure It?
Should I buy life insurance now, or when I'm healthier? [more inside]
Flash CS4: Moving things on the timeline without dragging?
Flash CS4: How do I take segments that currently start at frame 100, and have them start on frame 500, without physically dragging them to that spot on the timeline? Is there a command to "go to frame X"?
posted by Cool Papa Bell at 1:37 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Cool Papa Bell at 1:37 PM PST - 4 comments
Beyond DIY: Where can I get educated on becoming a better renovator?
I've been renovating my house for about a year (and spent my childhood doing this stuff with my dad), and I'm starting to think that I really like this work. Where can I go for almost-but-not-quite-pro-level classes and hands-on education in stuff like residential wiring, conforming to code, hanging drywall, landscaping, etc? [more inside]
Solve my annoying, itchy medical conundrum!
I am tired of looking like I have the chicken pox. I am also tired of itching. My doctor's advice might not have been helpful. What annoying ailment do I have? [more inside]
What did a business card look like in 1955?
What did a business card look like in 1955? What was the printing method, stock, layout/typography, information contained, and lastly: how did the appearance vary between professions? In what ways did any of this change by 1965, '75, or '85? [more inside]
Wedding Officiant for Atheists
What options do we have for a wedding officiant in Chicago?
We're planning a really small wedding cocktail party next fall. We'd like to do something to mark the occasion with our families and friends and expect to have a ring/vow exchange. However, the groom is not remotely religious and the setting will not be solemn. Therefore, we are unsure what options we have for an officiant. We don't a ceremony lasting more than 10-15 minutes. [more inside]
Let's make a tree and get outta here.
I need help getting temp work in Chicago. [more inside]
Where can I find a hip bath?
I'm seeking a bathtub for a plumbing-free location. Details within! [more inside]
Gimme some nicknames. Dorks.
My (male) friend and I tend to flippantly call each other insulting nicknames for fun, kinda as a Jr. High flirty thing. Started with "Brat," then "Loser," then "Dork," then Turd." I need to switch it up and would like to have a list of totally impressive alternatives to pull out of my back pocket to throw him off guard when he least expects it... I need to get more creative and clever. [more inside]
The Republicans are after me!
Do political campaigns sell personal info on financial contributors to the rival camp? [more inside]
posted by supercapitalist at 12:04 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by supercapitalist at 12:04 PM PST - 15 comments
Who was that Big Thinker?
On the old TechTV there was a show called Big Thinkers. I never got a chance to see that show as much as I wanted, but I remember one episode I'm trying to find. That episode's Big Thinker went to a kitchen supply store (maybe a hardware store) and analyzed a trigger operated lighter commonly used today. He was comparing it to the match, saying that the match is by far inferior except for one thing: Ritual.
Anyone know who the Big Thinker was?
Chilean miners evacuation priority
Why would they evacuate the able before the weak? [more inside]
posted by lholladay at 11:54 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by lholladay at 11:54 AM PST - 5 comments
My eyes, my eyes -- the sunglasses do nothing!
I'm looking for a discount online glasses shop like Zenni Optical that sells prescription sunglasses with really dark tint. I bought a couple of pairs from Zenni with 80% tint (the darkest option), and they're not quite cutting it on particularly sunny days. Zenni has said they can't go any darker, so I'm looking for other options. So if you're happy with some very dark (or even mirrored) prescription sunglasses that you've ordered online, tell me where you got 'em!
posted by plantbot at 11:49 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by plantbot at 11:49 AM PST - 4 comments
How do I post a photo album to a Facebook business page?
My Facebook account was apparently compromised. I have regained control of it, but a weird thing is happening and I need help figuring out how to fix it. [more inside]
Maybe he just really likes the smell of the ink?
Why would a customs agent smell the pages of a book? [more inside]
posted by lhall at 11:45 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by lhall at 11:45 AM PST - 9 comments
I broke my engine fixing it.
I messed up my truck engine, but hopefully I can fix it with your help! [more inside]
HPV risks?
What should I do about my potentially having HPV? [more inside]
What kind of spider be ye?
What kind of spider is this that greeted me this morning? [more inside]
posted by NeonBlueDecember at 11:23 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by NeonBlueDecember at 11:23 AM PST - 14 comments
What does a normal, healthy family look like?
You grew up in a loving, healthy home. Your parents were normal, in that they were imperfect and made mistakes, but did a pretty damn good job raising their children. What was the nature of their mistakes? How did they affect you? What does a good, real family look like? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 11:16 AM PST - 69 comments
posted by anonymous at 11:16 AM PST - 69 comments
Digital distro prefs?
What is the best way to get music on iTunes and Amazon? CDBaby offers this as a service, as does ReverbNation and WATunes. Would you recommend one service over another and why?
There's academia and there's ...?
Academic Grant Writing logjam filter. Final moments before I must submit and I need a word for my rousing conclusion. How the hell do academics refer to the outside/real world? [example over the fold] [more inside]
posted by philip-random at 11:10 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by philip-random at 11:10 AM PST - 11 comments
Link me up!
Using Cooliris to show photos. How to link from photos to separate webpage? [more inside]
posted by alchemist at 11:03 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by alchemist at 11:03 AM PST - 1 comment
Birds of a feather...do WHAT exactly?
Is there a specific term to describe the coordinated movement of a collective group of animals? [more inside]
Yoga pants for a picky kid
Did I blow this new relationship by being too needy?
Have I blown it? Met up a person from a dating site in person, amazing connection, then got needy pretty quickly. This got pointed out to me, but I also realized what I was doing and was unhappy with myself. Why did I do it? And is there still a chance? [more inside]
Is two days off so very much to ask?
On verge of burnout: can I justify time off? How? Apologies for mass of special snowflake considerations inside [more inside]
I will go stir-crazy if I am stuck at home
Help me get away for the weekend! I'm in Ottawa and need to get out of town. Problem: it's Columbus Day/ Thanksgiving and everything is booked everywhere. [more inside]
Please Speed Up My Site!
I am trying to design a website with an autoplay slideshow on the home page, and I am learning that this webpage loads too slow on DSL or slower connections, please help me achieve this effect for slower connections! [more inside]
Why doesn't the OED have better coverage of mathematical terms?
Why doesn't the OED have better coverage of mathematical terms? Is this an area they want to improve on, or have they drawn a line of obscurity somewhere that just leaves out more than I expected? [more inside]
posted by ErWenn at 10:14 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by ErWenn at 10:14 AM PST - 9 comments
Are glow-in-the-dark tattoos safe? Can I get one in Washington, DC?
Is it safe to get a glow-in-the-dark tattoo? What about a blacklight tattoo? Is there a reputable place in Washington, DC, where I could get either of those? I am looking for advice about those two in particular but welcome suggestions for any tattoo that would be hidden in an elementary school classroom. [more inside]
Uretral Stent Removal
Have you had a ureteral stent removed? Please step behind this curtain.... [more inside]
posted by anastasiav at 10:05 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by anastasiav at 10:05 AM PST - 11 comments
Norton gone after System Restore??
System Restored -- but where's Norton now? [more inside]
Is Baltimore That Bad?
What is it like to live in Baltimore as a mid-20s professional couple? [more inside]
posted by LudgerLassen at 9:38 AM PST - 38 comments
posted by LudgerLassen at 9:38 AM PST - 38 comments
(fake) day trading!
Which are the best stock market-trade simulator websites for beginner investor/traders? [more inside]
posted by The1andonly at 9:04 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by The1andonly at 9:04 AM PST - 9 comments
Three days to fix the knot in my back: Go!
Can a massage actually fix this back spasm, or will I feel good for an hour and then go back to being in pain? I have three days to get better so I don't have time to fool around. Yoga? Muscle relaxants? What's got the best shot at actually doing something? [more inside]
Little Bo Peep Has Lost Her Bloomers and Doesn't Know Where to Find Them
Where in NYC can I go to try on a pair of white bloomers to go with a Little Bo Peep costume? [more inside]
posted by miss-lapin at 8:58 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by miss-lapin at 8:58 AM PST - 10 comments
I screwed my new boss. Now I want to date him. Help?
One week into my new job, I slept with my boss. Now what? [more inside]
Help my girlfriend love her body
What is the best way to help my girlfriend cope with or overcome body image issues that make physical intimacy a bit of a challenge? NSFW details. [more inside]
Time to get on track with tax deductions
As a freelancer, how do you keep track of your tax deductions? [more inside]
posted by wundermint at 8:37 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by wundermint at 8:37 AM PST - 11 comments
How can I make my own rollerless paper dispenser?
How can I make my own rollerless paper dispenser? [more inside]
London Marathon reject: Any chance I can still get in?
I applied to run the London Marathon and received my "rejected" magazine last week. Given that I know there is absolutely no way I can make the £1,750-£2,500 required to pledge to a charity, is there any way I can get a chance to run it? [more inside]
posted by mr_silver at 7:52 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by mr_silver at 7:52 AM PST - 16 comments
Have an iPhone / Android password manager w/ backup to computer recommendation?
I've been using Keeper by Callpod on my iPhone to store my passwords. It's been a pretty decent software and I liked the ability to back up my data to my computer. However, they recently decided to start charging $30 / year to do what was once free. That's bogus. I'll pay a one-time fee though. A friend of mine has an Android phone and has been using Keeper and would like to switch as well. Any recommendations?
Thanks.
posted by reddot at 7:44 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by reddot at 7:44 AM PST - 16 comments
Looking for family-friendly RV park near Chicago
Looking for family-oriented, clean RV park (not really interested in KOA) no more than 4 hours outside of Chicago. [more inside]
Peach of a Pair
Any good duo Halloween costume ideas for a 9-month-old girl and her mama? And maybe something for her dad as well. [more inside]
Suddenly, my dog hates me!
Rescue dog with some aggression suddenly showing very aggressive guarding behavior towards ME! What gives and how do I fix it? [more inside]
Should I take this course?
Should I take this course? More detail inside. [more inside]
Live to work, or work to live?
Is it better to live to work, or work to live? [more inside]
Digitizing vinyl in Toronto. Help! :)
Digitizing vinyl in Toronto... Anyone know? :) [more inside]
Good reads for dietitians
Recommend books to broaden the mind of a future dietitian. [more inside]
posted by sively at 6:50 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by sively at 6:50 AM PST - 17 comments
Cutting to the heart of the issue.
In the series of movies about Zatoichi, the famed Japanese masseur and blind swordsman, the protagonist wields his sword in an "inverse" position, with the bladed portion of the weapon extending downward from the hand. Is this position unique to Zatoichi, or does it appear in other Japanese--or non-Japanese--styles of swordsmanship? [more inside]
Prepping for my kindle: convert all ebooks or wait?
Experienced kindle users: is it better to convert all my existing ebooks to .mobi or should I leave it all as it is and only convert what doesn't work? [more inside]
How to get footage from camera and audio equipment to youtube quicker.
Help me make my audio/video fcp life easier. I'm spending far too much time encoding and converting, and there are issues once I've done that; how do I speed the process up? I'm going to be doing this on the road for 12 months, so I really need a better method. (detailed description of tech specs/issues inside) [more inside]
posted by omnigut at 6:45 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by omnigut at 6:45 AM PST - 8 comments
Overcoming Bribery in Business
My customers get great bribes! How can I overcome this ethically? [more inside]
How expensive are TDIs to maintain?
How do maintenance costs of TDI cars compare to gas engines? Or hybrids? Shopping for cars and while fuel efficiency is a factor, I need to know the long-term costs as well. What are you experiences with TDIs?
posted by smelvis at 5:57 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by smelvis at 5:57 AM PST - 8 comments
How long should it take to flat-iron a full head of long hair?
How long should it take to blow dry and flat-iron a full head of long hair? Any tips to speed up the process?
But if I don't try the biathalon, how will I ever be happy?
How do I deal with the fact that I can't do every activity I want to do without feeling like I'm wasting my life? [more inside]
What is the noise computers make when they are working?
Why do computers often make a sort of grating noise when they are working? [more inside]
do they make you smile ?
I'd like to learn and sing traditional English songs with a twist. I mean funny songs. [more inside]
posted by nicolin at 4:14 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by nicolin at 4:14 AM PST - 7 comments
The theory of outerwear and its practical application
I've lived in Boston 7 years now but never obtained proper cold weather attire, struggling along with the coat I brought from California and a cheap one I found here when I couldn't tolerate the California one anymore. Well, no more. This year I'm going to do it right. I turn to Ask MeFi because I'm hopelessly confused by the variety of options out there. [more inside]
posted by losvedir at 3:37 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by losvedir at 3:37 AM PST - 23 comments
marriage
For those of you who have followed this drama, things are finally about to happen.
After an eight month break-up, my ex has asked for a "closure meeting". I plan to propose. What's the best way of doing this? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 2:23 AM PST - 119 comments
posted by anonymous at 2:23 AM PST - 119 comments
In search of the perfect pastry
I'm trying to find the perfect pastry for my pasties. [more inside]
October 4
Is it too late for me to major in neuroscience?
Is it too late for me to major in neuroscience? [more inside]
posted by meta.mark at 11:32 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by meta.mark at 11:32 PM PST - 14 comments
Defense Strategies
Is it better to build a fort/castle on a plain or on top of mountain? [more inside]
Letting go of other people's problems
How does one learn to let go of other people's mistakes? [more inside]
eye trouble
Who in California can treat eye abnormalities (hyperphoria, double vision)? [more inside]
Not jumping for the bed?
You are a 22 year old guy who asks to stay over at a female friends' place where there is only one bed and no other furniture, and then decide to sleep on the floor after being offered a spot on the bed. What are you thinking? [more inside]
posted by bearette at 9:19 PM PST - 56 comments
posted by bearette at 9:19 PM PST - 56 comments
Block device timestamps for backup support
In the shower this morning, I had an idea about backup support for disk drives. Since all my best inventions either have fatal fundamental flaws or have already been invented years ago by other people, has anybody already done this one for Linux? [more inside]
posted by flabdablet at 8:48 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by flabdablet at 8:48 PM PST - 34 comments
No Halloween costumes without irony.
Please help me find the perfect costume for my toddler-aged son. Difficulty: either a clever or very original concept, cuteness, must top last year's Baby Einstein. [more inside]
posted by shopefowler at 8:42 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by shopefowler at 8:42 PM PST - 15 comments
How do I not stab my roommate in the face?
How do I not stab my roommate in the face? My roommate is mind numbingly annoying and I'm starting to hate her. How do I not do that? [more inside]
Rate the pain from sheer agony to soul destroying.
I'm having 2 wisdom teeth and another out in a couple of days. I'm growing increasing nervous about the procedure. What can I expect? [more inside]
Shape identification question
What is this shape (the one in white) called?
I can't tape them back together.
What can I do with my flour tortillas that were are all stuck together, and are now a pile of shredded tortilla pieces? [more inside]
An on-again, off-again model train?
Is there a simple way to put an electrical outlet on a "two minutes on, five minutes off" duty cycle? [more inside]
posted by TPIRman at 7:48 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by TPIRman at 7:48 PM PST - 7 comments
Decorating help in Chicago?
Decorating help in Chicago? [more inside]
Farm Animal Drug Smuggling Movie?
What is this movie? (Involves smuggling drugs via farm animals) [more inside]
Should i bother attempting the Dr Bernstein diet?
Who knew babies weren't boring?
For those of you who have decided to stay home with your kids, how did you exit the workforce gracefully so that you were well positioned to return at a later date? [more inside]
Whispering Chinese?
Can you whisper in Chinese and be understood? [more inside]
posted by Chocolate Pickle at 6:52 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Chocolate Pickle at 6:52 PM PST - 17 comments
How to become proactive?
therapy vs.... what?? [more inside]
moving e-romance from IM to phone(or skype)?
crush on internet guy-he hardly ever wants to voicechat. what should i do? [more inside]
posted by achtland at 6:35 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by achtland at 6:35 PM PST - 26 comments
Last minute tacos
Los Angeles filter: Good, cheap Mexican food near LAX? [more inside]
posted by bluejayk at 6:05 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by bluejayk at 6:05 PM PST - 6 comments
What to get best friend on occasion of first child being born.
What do you get your best friend and his wife on the occasion of their first child being born? [more inside]
posted by Twinedog at 6:04 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Twinedog at 6:04 PM PST - 12 comments
VIRAL video party... it's gonna be SICK
My friends and I are throwing a Viral YouTube Videos party. Looking for your favorite videos, and any suggestions for snacks and (non-alcoholic) drinks, decorations, and activities. [more inside]
posted by i_am_a_fiesta at 5:54 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by i_am_a_fiesta at 5:54 PM PST - 25 comments
Should have named him Socrates
My dog likes to eat poison on walks. Can you recommend a muzzle? [more inside]
Sherlock Holmes pastiche recommendations?
I am interested in any recommendations on Sherlock Holmes pastiches. I finished a few Jack the Ripper-related stories (_The Last Sherlock Holmes Story_, and _The Whitechapel Horrors_) and would like your suggestions. I am not a big fan of Laurie King, though. The game is afoot!
posted by snap_dragon at 5:43 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by snap_dragon at 5:43 PM PST - 22 comments
Dog book for a friend
Looking for a nice dog book. [more inside]
Chocolate Milk without added sugar
Late last year on a visit to Montreal, I purchased some chocolate milk that did not have any added sugar or sweeteners. It was awesome. Since coming back to the US (bay area) I have not found a chocolate milk that is free of the added sweeteners. I have tried whole foods, Berkeley bowl, trader joes and safeway. Any idea what brand I got in Montreal and where I can find something similar here?
Living near busy streets in Berkeley - effect on child's long-term health?
I'm considering moving in the next few months to a fairly busy avenue in Berkeley - Ashby Avenue, between Adeline Street and Telegraph Avenue. It has two lanes of traffic - one each way - and averages about 19,000 cars a day. I'm worried after reading a few articles - including Black Lung Lofts in the LA Weekly, the Children's Health Study (skimmed it, but couldn't decipher it all) they refer to and others - that living there might have bad long-term effects on my young son's health. Should I be worried? [more inside]
posted by mistersix at 4:49 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by mistersix at 4:49 PM PST - 8 comments
netapp performance smell test
Netapp filesystem running with 28 15k RPM disks in a single raid group. Does this performance sound right? [more inside]
posted by H. Roark at 4:45 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by H. Roark at 4:45 PM PST - 8 comments
Problem with permutations
MathFilter: Problem with permutations [more inside]
posted by rottytooth at 4:32 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by rottytooth at 4:32 PM PST - 23 comments
Life insurance woes!
Help me figure out what to do about a missing life insurance policy. [more inside]
posted by elizardbits at 4:09 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by elizardbits at 4:09 PM PST - 11 comments
Cronions?
Crunchy onion goodness? [more inside]
Dysthymia and antidepressants--what should I ask my GP?
After years of resisting antidepressants, I don't think I can go on without them. [more inside]
I need professional help
Can you recommend a therapist in the Seattle area that works on a sliding scale and is good at helping people set goals? [more inside]
BUILD PRISONS ON THE MOON
I need ridiculous protest sign ideas! Westboro Baptist Church (the "God Hates Fags" people) are protesting outside of a local high school tomorrow morning. I've organized an absurdist counter-protest, in the vein of the ones staged at Comic-Con and Twitter (more). Give us your most LOL-tastic slogan ideas!
posted by ixohoxi at 3:44 PM PST - 80 comments
posted by ixohoxi at 3:44 PM PST - 80 comments
Too little too late, Mr. Higher Education. Do I give the check back?
I dropped (back) out of college during this past summer session. I am not registered to take any more courses, ever. Yesterday I received a Pell Grant check in the mail alongside a statement from the university bursar's office noting the credit amount. This is a total surprise as I had no previous indication I'd be receiving any financial aid. I could use the money (not for school). Should I cash the check or send it back?
Why am I so hungry?
Ravenous hunger a few weeks after surgery, how normal is this? [more inside]
Online postage forwarding services in UK?
I am looking for a service which can receive my postal mail and forward it internationally. I have seen some companies [eg 1,2,3] advertised which offer to scan envelopes and then forward/shred/open and scan contents according to instructions issued from a website. Has anybody had any experience with services of this sort? [more inside]
Is there an easy way to share an iTunes playlist online? (or, help me make some of the people happy some of the time, please.)
Is there an easy way to share an iTunes playlist online? [more inside]
Ph'nglui mglw'nafh Cthulhu R'lyeh wgah'nagl fhtagn of a CSS Text Generator.
Trying to find a text generator I saw a while back. It was called a Cthulhu text generator, but it really had nothing to do with him. It would accept key words/phrases, then arrange them in an overlapping criss-cross pattern using only CSS. [more inside]
Where am I from?
Obscure USB Device Filter: help me identify a source for this USB type device. [more inside]
Help me be a cool aunt!
Updated restaurant recommendations for Atlanta. I have lived here forever but I do not go out to eat much. My 18 year old niece and her boyfriend are coming next weekend to visit. We will meet for Sat. dinner and would like to know some good restaurants. Needs include:
some healthy offerings - she eats pretty healthy;
not too expensive;
ITP - I live in East Atlanta and they will be in Piedmont Park for the day;
some cool factor - he is going to school in NYC and she in Tallahassee FL [more inside]
posted by shaarog at 2:28 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by shaarog at 2:28 PM PST - 11 comments
Tasty fruitcake?
Help me make delicious fruitcake. [more inside]
How to become a Web Usability consultant?
Does anyone have any experience becoming a Web Usability consultant? [more inside]
Where can I find this quote, and what could it have inspired?
Help me locate a quote by Lovecraft (I think?) describing a dream he had. [more inside]
posted by the other side at 2:13 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by the other side at 2:13 PM PST - 4 comments
The darkness under the bridges
Give me suggestions on interesting movie combinations! [more inside]
How do you get herpes?
I need to know the difference between HS-1 and HS-2 and if I am at risk for getting herpes on my mouth. [more inside]
Warning: may not cause constipation.
My iron supplement is giving me diarrhea. WTF and what do I do? (semi-grossness inside) [more inside]
We might or might not be open. Ring the bell to find out.
How do I overcome a literal fortress mentality in the office? [more inside]
Don't need no medicines
I thought I could get health insurance through my school. I can't. They don't offer it because they assume everyone has it through work or their parents. I can't afford COBRA. How do I shop for the best insurance for myself? What kind of insurance can I expect? How do I know which plans are useless? [more inside]
What can I do with Polaroid Type 600 Film and a "The Handle" Kodak instant camera?
I have an old "The Handle" Kodak instant camera and recently acquired 3 packs of Polaroid Type 600 film. It is my understanding that these two are incompatible, that I need Kodak PR-10 film, which Kodak no longer makes. If this is true, are there replacements for Kodak PR-10 film or what can I do with the Polaroid Type 600 film (Recommended resources to get an old compatible polaroid camera or other uses)?
posted by sir_rubixalot at 1:30 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by sir_rubixalot at 1:30 PM PST - 6 comments
Don't they use that to embalm bodies?
I am haunted by a recollection of televised play that I believe I saw on Showtime sometime during the early to mid 1980s. One of the lines involves something to do with formaldehyde and no matter how hard I Google, I can't turn anything reliable up. [more inside]
posted by BrianJ at 1:28 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by BrianJ at 1:28 PM PST - 3 comments
You gotta fight for your right to party? I have no fight to give, where can we go?
Triple birthday weekender in London. 12 or so late-20 and early-30 somethings are looking for a great night on Saturday 9th October in London. Any suggestions?
We'd like somewhere pretty cool, no acid techno or anything....
Please help me, you're amazing.
Is this a good plan?
My work contract comes to an end in November, and I have nothing lined up for afterwards yet. Would moving to London be a good idea? [more inside]
Anything but Ticketmaster...
[Event Management Filter] Looking for ticketing options (other than TicketMaster) for a one day event with a paid attendance of about 500. [more inside]
For days you want to be country but also NOT country.
I really like the kind of post-bluegrass music exemplified by the Gourds' cover of GIN AND JUICE and the songs of HAYSEED DIXIE. Where can I find more of it?
Do you know a good housepainter, near Seattle?
Can you recommend a housepainter in the North Seattle / Shoreline / Mountlake Terrace area? Exterior, nothing fancy; the house just needs fresh paint. [more inside]
Put out that light!
Help finding a cute 1940s-era military-style navy skirt suit for an ARP warden costume? [more inside]
How do I prepare chicken wings?
I'm clueless about preparing chicken wings, any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by illenion at 12:32 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by illenion at 12:32 PM PST - 21 comments
Install Linux or windows without a cd drive or usb just direct access to the hard drive.
Install Linux or windows without a cd drive or usb just direct access to the hard drive. I have an old cf-29 toughbook by Panasonic that I've had for years. I'm trying to resurrect it and for the life of me cant remember my own cmos password. Aside from possibly nuking the bios password which will be near impossible due to the NATO standards this notebook was built to. I was thinking I would just try to install an OS directly to the hard drive and simply transplant it back into the toughbook. [more inside]
posted by Chamunks at 12:17 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Chamunks at 12:17 PM PST - 18 comments
Should we be lunatics?
Might the Northern Lights be visible in Norway during the full moon? [more inside]
posted by metaBugs at 12:16 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by metaBugs at 12:16 PM PST - 4 comments
seriously, this should just work, right?
What is the best practice workflow for using Illustrator file in Indesign? Cut & paste catastrophe to follow. [more inside]
posted by Hoenikker at 12:03 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Hoenikker at 12:03 PM PST - 15 comments
Large-sized benzocaine/lidocaine condoms?
Do there exist "control" condoms - i.e., the kind that have benzocaine or lidocaine - in large sizes? [more inside]
To freak out or not to freak out?
Getting bedbugs from homeless people? [more inside]
And the kid drank the glass full of putrid liquid! For science!
How to best use a period of solitude to heal
I'm hurting after a breakup, and am lucky enough to be leaving tomorrow for just over two weeks on Salt Spring Island. For about half that time, I will be alone and mostly isolated. How can I best use this period of solitude to reflect, refresh and heal myself? [more inside]
Water issue in garage: who do I call?
Who do I call to investigate the source of and a solution for a water problem in my garage? Is this a big problem or a small one? [more inside]
Surprise! My computer doesn't work!
I accidentally pulled on the video card on my computer, and now it will only boot in safe mode. What is going on? [more inside]
posted by k8lin at 11:25 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by k8lin at 11:25 AM PST - 10 comments
Washing Machine-2, Me-0
I replaced the water level pressure switch on my GE top loading washing machine (whdsr209daww) - but I didn't fix the problem. What now? [more inside]
posted by mrs. taters at 11:18 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by mrs. taters at 11:18 AM PST - 1 comment
I want to do it, but it's expensive.
Should I take my car in for its 90k maintenance? [more inside]
Can you taste hepatitis c?
Can you taste when you have hepatitis c? [more inside]
posted by No1UKnow at 11:07 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by No1UKnow at 11:07 AM PST - 5 comments
A blank piece of paper.
I no longer derive joy from making art. Should I accept this as a fact and move on with my life, or rage against the dying of the light? [more inside]
posted by overeducated_alligator at 11:05 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by overeducated_alligator at 11:05 AM PST - 14 comments
Turn me light purple!
Turn me lavender. What's the best way to make my whole entire upper body light purple for a day or two? [more inside]
Fight to stay where I don't want to be?
I've become a terrible employee after 2 years in my first real job. It is awesome on paper but I've never wanted to be there, and lately my boss can tell. He called me in for a Very Serious Talk before I left for the weekend, though it included assurances that he cared about me as a person... to the point that he mentioned helping me find a different job that might be a better fit. I feel crazy awkward and embarrassed about the situation, and I would love to take that offer at face value, but it reeks of Bad Idea. Is it? [LONG + arguably should be filed under human relations] [more inside]
The usual (and good) response to relationship questions is "talk about it." That's not so easy here.
The usual (and good) response to relationship questions is "talk about it." That's not so easy here. [more inside]
What's a small town arcade like these days?
What is an arcade like in 2010? I'm looking for details about particular games and how you pay (coins or tokens). [more inside]
"Hi yes I require pills please and an appointment today if possible thank you"
My antidepressants are running out, and I need to make an appointment with some kind of doctor. Who? What do I say? [more inside]
Is it worth it to drop my work in favor of school?
Should I quit my job in order to better focus on my academics? [more inside]
Kauai to Pearl Harbor?
My co-worker is on Kauai for a week. However, he wants to see Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona memorial, etc. What is the easiest way for this to happen? [more inside]
Grey suede shoes
How to clean grey suede? [more inside]
Extracurricular activities for the karateka.
What exercises will help me be a better martial artist? [more inside]
Please recommend a soldering mat.
Please recommend a "soldering mat" or other heat-resistant surface. [more inside]
posted by crawl at 9:59 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by crawl at 9:59 AM PST - 14 comments
Help me sort through the tax issues of being an out-of-state employee.
New job is 99% awesome. The 1% of not-awesome is that I've been told (essentially) to figure out my own state tax deductions. Help. [more inside]
A Strong climb out of self-destruction?
After a late night preparing for classes and reviewing my resume, I came to the realization and fact that I am an alcoholic. Help me figure out next steps. [more inside]
Help me volunteer at a refugee camp!
I've worked with refugees in the US, now I'd like to volunteer abroad at a refugee camp / with internally displaced persons -- how can I make this happen? [more inside]
How does Apple calculate the iTunes App Store charts?
How does Apple calculate the iTunes App Store charts? [more inside]
Identify this snake!
I just found an unknown snake in our garden and want to know what kind of snake it is. [more inside]
posted by amf at 8:50 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by amf at 8:50 AM PST - 12 comments
eat, drink, and be merry.
in san francisco visiting newly transplanted friends. to which restaurant should we go to celebrate my birthday? [more inside]
posted by violetk at 8:46 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by violetk at 8:46 AM PST - 14 comments
Austin City Limits Festival
Looking for tips on attending the Austin City Limits Festival, especially what to take.
Haven't coded in years, want to start. I have a specific project in mind.
Haven't coded in years, want to start. I have a specific project in mind. [more inside]
posted by proj at 8:30 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by proj at 8:30 AM PST - 9 comments
No receipt, no dice?
Exchanging a product under warranty without a receipt. Am I SOL? [more inside]
Free to be my Nut Butter?
Help me kill this autoexecuting at start script!
Is there a way to trace down where a script is attempting to start from on Windows XP? I had a bit of a drive-by download happen, and I mostly removed the infestation with some antispyware tools. However I manually deleted one file before getting the tools to do their work, and so some remnant of the startup process is trying to start this 36525.js script [more inside]
posted by symbioid at 8:09 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by symbioid at 8:09 AM PST - 4 comments
Identify this nail art
What are the square gems in this manicure called? [more inside]
posted by ellieBOA at 8:08 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by ellieBOA at 8:08 AM PST - 5 comments
Staying together after moving out
My boyfriend and I have been together for six years and living together for three. I want to move out, but stay together. Is this even possible? [more inside]
posted by wavetothearctic at 7:51 AM PST - 59 comments
posted by wavetothearctic at 7:51 AM PST - 59 comments
Where can I buy Haitian black mushrooms?
Where can I buy Haitian black mushrooms (djon djon) in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada or online? [more inside]
My cat, the fashion critic
I love my cat who pees on stuff as a hobby. I also love my cute blue purse. What I don't love is that these two things have intersected. Can this relationship handbag be saved? [more inside]
That's not a toilet, it's a floor register.
My dog relieved herself (both, I think!) in the cold-air return for the furnace. Help? [more inside]
Research Discussion Board
Research Methods/Statistics Discussion Board? [more inside]
Minimalist drone music?
Music like these guys? I've been slowly making my way through the musicians on this page, but it's rough going. I'm looking for stuff that's droning (vocals and held instrumental notes), repetitive, minimalist, spare, but somewhat structured and not too experimental. If it "never gets going," "never takes off," and thus leaves me with a relaxed, alert, listening/reaching, even slightly incomplete sort of feeling--that's perfect.
A significant question
Lacan writes about a "symbolic order," a realm of signs and culture constituting a separate domain from the "real." What other authors/thinkers (besides Lacanians, like Zizek, and their predicessors like Levy-Strauss) make use of this way of viewing the world?
posted by Obscure Reference at 7:11 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Obscure Reference at 7:11 AM PST - 15 comments
The perfect (G)mail-on-iPhone solution?
What is your preffered Gmail on iPhone (& Mac) solution? IMAP vs. webmail solutions + todo/marking options. [more inside]
Installing a 220-volt outlet in my garage
I'd like to know how hard it would be to put a 220-volt outlet in my garage so I can do a little welding. [more inside]
Please help me find the anti-Starbucks
Your favourite north-west London cafes. [more inside]
Goin' to the chapel and gonna make people married
I'm performing a civil wedding ceremony for a friend, and not sure where to start. Looking for suggestions for wedding format, readings, etc [more inside]
posted by um_maverick at 6:21 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by um_maverick at 6:21 AM PST - 6 comments
Lithuanian language lessons in London?
Does anyone know of a provider of Lithuanian language lessons for adult beginners in London, UK? [more inside]
How can I keep my car's rear window clear without wipers or a water nozzle?
How can I keep my Mazda3's rear window clear, when it doesn't have windshield wipers or a water nozzle? [more inside]
posted by scraimer at 6:07 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by scraimer at 6:07 AM PST - 4 comments
MOSS2007
MOSS 2007 Filter - I am trying to create a custom routing workflow for my office. We want to create a single review workflow for 4 different types of reviews (QA, Peer, Supervisory, Review For Closing). Also, we want to have the user submit a specifc user to assign it to. How can we do this? The main issue is we want to have a user selection in the initiation of the workflow. [more inside]
Troubled small town cop uncovers a big secret: examples?
Looking for examples of this trope: low key but doggedly determined cop in a small/medium sized town. Personal problems. A close-knit community. A series of murders that ultimately point to a much bigger story than anyone expected. His personal life unravels and ravels as he investigates, treading on eggshells as he goes. Emphasis much less on the procedural aspects than the emotional. Genre thriller as opposed to mystery (ie the cop protagonist is in personal jeopardy). [more inside]
Why does changing my keyboard layout in Windows change my editing language in Word?
I often write in several languages (French, Dutch, and English) and so I use multiple keyboard layouts (on Windows 7) and multiple editing languages (in Microsoft Office 2007). I find that when I have Word open and I change the keyboard setting in Windows (from US to US-International or vice-versa), Microsoft Word will change the editing language back to English (United States), Word's default language, no matter what other language (Dutch or French) I was working in at the time. [more inside]
posted by dhens at 4:40 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by dhens at 4:40 AM PST - 4 comments
Slammer Time
Tell me about your prison experience in the developing world. [more inside]
To Fridge My Cell Phone Battery Or Not?
I have a pre-paid cell phone that I let my family/friends use when they come to visit me in Japan. I don't plan on using it for almost a year. What should I do with the battery? [more inside]
posted by sleepytako at 3:16 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by sleepytako at 3:16 AM PST - 5 comments
The eschaton! (okay, now start over)
In the same vein that "eschatology" is the study of The End, what is the name for the concept of repetitions or renewals? [more inside]
posted by barnacles at 12:40 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by barnacles at 12:40 AM PST - 12 comments
Cute Japanese flash game.
I'm trying to find a little Japanese flash game I found in either 08 or 09. It was a cute, quirky thing where you were a little sumo and you had to smash small things to build up your strength - eventually going to to smash very large things like temples and bits of mountain. [more inside]
posted by ninazer0 at 12:00 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by ninazer0 at 12:00 AM PST - 3 comments
October 3
Is coalition government possible in the US system?
In many advanced democracies around the world these days, coalition governments are in place (Japan, England and Australia just to name a few). Is it 'technically' possible in the US - given the rise of 'third party' candidates (or 'fourth' 'fifth' whatever ...) - for Congress to operate in that fashion? Positions like 'House Majority/Minority Leader' and suchlike seem to be predicated on the existence of two opposing blocks. Could either the House or Senate operate if there were (say) three large parties dividing up the seats, instead of two?
Need loose structure ideas for a community writing group.
Need loose structure ideas for a community writing group. It's completely open to the public and will meet every other week. However, since it hasn't yet started, and I'm the only certain participant, I want to be prepared with suggestions to get the ball rolling. [more inside]
posted by AnOrigamiLife at 10:38 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by AnOrigamiLife at 10:38 PM PST - 4 comments
can the hive mind help me build my first website?
[websitebuildingfilter] can the hive mind help me build my first website? [more inside]
Am I weird for being this upset?
Am I weird for being this upset? Met up with co-worker I'm interested in. [more inside]
Why is assessable stock still covered on the Series 63 FINRA exam?
Why does the Series 63 FINRA exam ask questions about assessable stock, when non-assessable stock has been the only kind sold for decades? [more inside]
Peculiarly Brown-Looking Stew Meat: Safe for My Slow-Cooker?
Food Safety Filter (sorry): Is this stew meat safe to eat? We just bought it today. Sell by date is October 6. Meat is deeply brown-red, with areas that are brown enough to look cooked already. [more inside]
Is there virtual machine software that plays nicely with dual monitors?
Is there virtual machine software that plays nicely with dual monitors? [more inside]
posted by aloysius on the mixing boards at 8:58 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by aloysius on the mixing boards at 8:58 PM PST - 9 comments
yec'hed mat!
Where can I buy chouchenn (Breton mead) in Boston or online? [more inside]
What is this random building?
Can you help me identify this building that is possibly in the New York City area or maybe in Chicago based on a few pictures of its interior? A wedding was held here and I have no idea where it could be. Photos here, here, here and here. Pictures of a teal-ish wall here and here.
posted by Hwaet at 8:54 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Hwaet at 8:54 PM PST - 16 comments
Ernest Money Anyone?
Should we be concerned about a realtor who didn't tell us about ernest money? [more inside]
posted by Mertonian at 8:42 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Mertonian at 8:42 PM PST - 13 comments
Percussive dance face-off from TV awards show
A television awards show in the late '90s or early '00s featured a performance with two percussive dancers "facing off", one from the Irish step dance tradition and one from African-American tap. What was this? [more inside]
posted by quarantine at 8:23 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by quarantine at 8:23 PM PST - 6 comments
Dangling by a string
Do I risk damaging my nice acoustic guitar by keeping it on a wall hanger? [more inside]
DJ equitment for live sets?
What kind of equipment should a beginner DJ buy for live sets? [more inside]
Does success literally taste sweet?
Does success literally taste sweet? [more inside]
Best way to store bikes in an apartment?
Best way to store bikes in a small(ish) apartment? [more inside]
"If thou wilt be perfect, go sell what thou hast and give to the poor."
I'm sick to death of all the junk I've accumulated and would love to purge, but feel emotionally attached to my stuff. Please tell me some pros, cons and experiences involving donating (selling?) your worldly goods. Personal accounts of post-purge regret or enlightenment equally welcome. [more inside]
New World of Darkness messageboard/community?
Message boards for people running/playing new World of Darkness? [more inside]
posted by kavasa at 6:44 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by kavasa at 6:44 PM PST - 3 comments
Friends, MeFite, iFilm experts, lend me your ears.
Any iFilm experts that can help me with this?
Basically...how do you add data to a movie dvd so it
1. Plays in a DVD player and
2. Has the data accessible on a computer....data consists of gps - gpx files, pdf, and .mov files.
I again bow to the hive mind with great thanks, and a six pack of warm Blatz.
Why is my TV jumping to channel 5 when I'm watching channel 25?
My TV keeps randomly switching to Channel 5 when I'm watching Channel 25. WHAT IS GOING ON AND HOW DO I MAKE IT STOP [more inside]
I'm looking for a 14 or 15 inch Sony, Asus, or Lenovo Windows 7 laptop that will function as my only machine. Any recommendations?
I'm looking for a 14 or 15 inch Sony, Asus, or Lenovo Windows 7 laptop that will function as my only machine. Any recommendations? [more inside]
What is a reasonable carpooling arrangement?
How do I, or can I, make my carpooling situation less annoying? [more inside]
posted by shrabster at 6:06 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by shrabster at 6:06 PM PST - 20 comments
Where can I get Asian furniture appraised in the Washington DC area?
Where can I get Asian furniture appraised in the Washington DC area? [more inside]
Other sources of audio feedback
Besides the standard speaker-to-mic-to-speaker-to-mic-to-gaaaahhh!, what else can cause audio feedback? [more inside]
posted by nrobertson at 5:00 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by nrobertson at 5:00 PM PST - 13 comments
Bon Temps en Louisiana
I have recently moved Opelousas, Louisiana for work from Wisconsin. My position will last for a year and I want to know all the festivals, good restaurants, and local music that I should experience for the time I get live down here. I am looking for recommendations for anything in Louisiana or local resources for Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Lafayette. [more inside]
Do I really need a Master's?
I work in the field of higher education/college access and retention. I'm sort of interested in getting my Master's in Higher Education Administration. My new job offers 80% tuition reimbursement for grad school classes at a local university. Logically, I know I should take advantage of this opportunity, and start taking classes next semester, but I have some reservations: [more inside]
Which phones work in Canada and England?
Which smartphones (if any) can I buy and use in Canada and then take to and use in England? [more inside]
posted by legendarygirlfriend at 4:32 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by legendarygirlfriend at 4:32 PM PST - 7 comments
following your bliss, writing mentor edition
Following your bliss, writing mentor edition -- how can positive experiences with mentoring and writing lead me to a career I'll love? [more inside]
Can I roast a turkey by sticking my curling iron in it? And other no-kitchen survival techniques.
Need advice for living through a kitchen renovation. (Or, how to camp out in your own house?) [more inside]
posted by jeanmari at 4:08 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by jeanmari at 4:08 PM PST - 33 comments
Special concerns for a gay couple's legal documents?
A few years ago, my partner's father died without organizing his estate very well. Currently, my father is is hospice, though he seems to have outlined his will and testament fairly clearly. We are still fairly young (around 30), but want to make sure that our wishes are written out clearly. Are there things that we should think about specifically delineating because we are a gay couple? Is there other paperwork we should be talking about with a lawyer besides our wills? [more inside]
posted by cam295 at 2:44 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by cam295 at 2:44 PM PST - 12 comments
Recommend some review software for a HTML website?
Recommend some review software for a HTML website? [more inside]
posted by jacobean at 2:43 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by jacobean at 2:43 PM PST - 4 comments
Beyond pinch pots
What are some practical or unique things I can make during pottery class? [more inside]
posted by belau at 2:39 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by belau at 2:39 PM PST - 26 comments
what could go wrong?
WebsiteIdeaFilter: snarky site poking fun at (real) poorly written resumes, good idea? bad idea? legal idea? [more inside]
Help me find a small hard drive that isn't a big lemon!
I've come into possession of a Revision B Macbook Air that's in fine working order except for a dead hard drive, and now I'm trying to decide what to replace it with. [more inside]
How can I repurpose a digital kitchen scale with broken LCD?
I have a digital kitchen scale on which the LCD has crapped out. By pressing on different parts of the ribbon cable connecting the LCD to the circuit board, I've determined that there are multiple shorts or shoddy connections on the cable. There doesn't seem to be an easy way to fix it, so I'm wondering if anyone has any ideas for ways I can repurpose it for a fun electronics project. I have some basic electronics knowledge and soldering experience.
posted by jessssse at 1:59 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by jessssse at 1:59 PM PST - 5 comments
What if she won't ever do what I need to do?
My fiance has basically told me, that she will NEVER/practically never be willing to do my personal fetishes with me..... I don't know what to do about that. [more inside]
What was foreclosure like for you?
Financial-Trainwreck-Filter. What was your foreclosure experience like? What about your experience with just having bad credit? Where could I get inexpensive legal foreclosure advice? Is there a good repository of people's foreclosure stories on the web somewhere? [more inside]
Sources of Persian Mythology in English?
I am looking for sources on Persian mythology from the pre-Arab era, in English. [more inside]
posted by multiphrenic at 1:54 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by multiphrenic at 1:54 PM PST - 5 comments
What can I do to prevent weather-related migraines?
What can I do to prevent migraines that appear to be weather-related? [more inside]
Asking the Askers
What questions should I ask during my Americorps VISTA interview? [more inside]
Learning about wine and beer as a restaurant server?
Being the drunk that I am, I'm familiar enough with cocktails and hard liquor. However, I need help with my beer and wine knowledge, for working as a restaurant server. To quickly, broadly learn about beer and wine, what are my options for book-learnin', starting points, and so on? Current knowledge is basically zero. [more inside]
Help us find a new and cheerful casual game.
Help me find a videogame for my wife to play on 5-10 minute breaks. [more inside]
posted by sleevener at 1:18 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by sleevener at 1:18 PM PST - 16 comments
Careers for a medical school drop-out?
Careers for a medical school drop-out? [more inside]
posted by Mike1024 at 12:58 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Mike1024 at 12:58 PM PST - 11 comments
cynical books for YA readers
Books or graphic novels with very sarcastic characters that might be suitable for YA readers? [more inside]
posted by shinybaum at 12:56 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by shinybaum at 12:56 PM PST - 37 comments
I am looking for guided meditation mp3s.
I am looking for guided mindfulness meditation mp3s. [more inside]
posted by BuddhaInABucket at 12:47 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by BuddhaInABucket at 12:47 PM PST - 12 comments
What are your experiences using Virgin Mobile in Oakland, CA?
What are your experiences using Virgin Mobile in Oakland, CA? I'm feeling lured away from T-Mobile by the siren song of VM's $25 plan in conjunction with the upcoming Android. [more inside]
Japansese Band Name?
Help me recall the name of a Japanese band - a couple - it's Lulla-something. [more inside]
I haz got mono?
Do I have mono? Should I be worried I do? [more inside]
What are some ways to improve reading fluency, reading comprehension, and basic math skills?
I'm looking to draw up a list of targeted interventions for elementary school students struggling with computation, reading fluency, and/or reading comprehension. [more inside]
posted by alphanerd at 12:00 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by alphanerd at 12:00 PM PST - 6 comments
Best way to lose an old tool?
I think my sister's ex is stalking her. Do people who work at collections agencies use fake names, and would they be able to stalk people that way? If so, what can I do? [more inside]
Kindle Q's
Two Kindle Questions: Should I get the Kindle with or without 3G? Have people had problems uploading pdfs onto the new Kindles? [more inside]
Stain the shirt to match the stain.
I accidentally splashed cooking oil on a solid-color 100% cotton shirt. The splash left a slightly darker discoloration that won't wash out. If I soak my shirt in cooking oil and then wash it will it assume the slightly darker color and appear evenly colored again?
posted by vapidave at 11:21 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by vapidave at 11:21 AM PST - 26 comments
Decline of Pay for Teaching Relative to Other Professions
I read somewhere at one time that the pay for teaching has declined relative to other professions starkly since the early 1900s, but I can't find a site to back this up... too much noise. Anyone have any info on this?
posted by mdpatrick at 11:16 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by mdpatrick at 11:16 AM PST - 8 comments
There's a knob for that.
I'm looking for an image of a ridiculously over-the-top complicated control panel. The more knobs, switches, dials, buttons, gauges, etc, the better. [more inside]
Oral Culture
Inspired by the Canadian Best Songs list, and that both Summer of 69 by Bryan Adams (most likely) and Chelsea Hotel 2 by Leonard Cohen (mos definitely) are about oral sex, which other songs are about this theme--either in Canada, or elsewhere.
is cleaning up after a rally politically noteable?
What's up with the claim right-wing groups make that their rallies don't leave anything to clean up, while left-wing rallies leave behind tons of litter? [more inside]
What blogs are geared to beginning drawing/dry media artists?
What blogs are geared to beginning drawing/dry media artists? Specifically, I enjoy artists dissecting their sketches for gesture, construction, perspective, lighting, etc. There are a million boring tutorial sites, but who is giving out nuggets of drawing wisdom in a more abbreviated, blog format? [more inside]
posted by cowbellemoo at 10:33 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by cowbellemoo at 10:33 AM PST - 7 comments
A few bobs in ad revenue....
I want to build a website in my spare time which will list offers on food and drinks which are currently going on at supermarkets. I would like it to be a casual blog style. I may also invite friends to write reviews about wines etc. [more inside]
Who is the lady behind this Queen of Diamonds?
Handheld scanner
Can anybody recommend a decent (but under £100) handheld scanner that I can use to scan in pictures from books? [more inside]
Movie search
I'm trying to remember a particular movie [more inside]
posted by rockhopper at 9:50 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by rockhopper at 9:50 AM PST - 6 comments
How to help dementia and paranoia
My mother is suffering from dementia and interaction with her is becoming very difficult. Suggestions or advice please? [more inside]
Printing on the side of a t-shirt?
Do any of the print-on-demand t-shirt companies out there support printing an image around the side of the shirt, or having a design encircle the entire shirt, a la Charlie Brown? [more inside]
posted by greatgefilte at 8:58 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by greatgefilte at 8:58 AM PST - 5 comments
Why aren't there more stainless steel toilets?
Is there a good reason that we use (in the U.S.) porcelain toilets almost exclusively instead of another material, particularly stainless steel? Stainless steel is lighter than porcelain, isn't it? So I would think it would be cheaper to ship and easier to clean, making it a no-brainer green solution.
posted by pmed at 8:20 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by pmed at 8:20 AM PST - 24 comments
Miki Amagi, where are you?
Japan person-finder filter: how likely would it be for a Japanese family to have remained at the same address (Kodaira, Tokyo) over the last twenty years? [more inside]
posted by Mrs Hilksom at 7:25 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Mrs Hilksom at 7:25 AM PST - 12 comments
Tuned in, turned on, but dropped out.
I’m looking for a USB media reader. One that is known to work with Mac OSX 10.6. [more inside]
The Stepford Wivesbands Prison Experiment
What would be the best empirical and scientifically grounded experiments one could perform on a potential marriage partner? [more inside]
How to get smooth hair
I have coarse shoulder length hair that I blow dry and use med heat of straight iron to smooth, but it especially gets frizzy in humid weather. I use a straight iron and hair products to smooth it. When I go to beauty shop the beautician uses a 400 degree straight iron that gets it super smooth and straight, however I don't want to damage my hair using high temp on it daily. I have used these products on my hair to try to achieve smoothness: John Frieda Luminouscolor Glaze Clear Shine, Matrix Sleek Look Blow Down Extreme Creme, Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Serum, Aveeno Nourish & Style Soft Hold Gel Creme. Would a pomade help achieve this?
I really like Heidi Klum's current hair style, and my could look like it if I could get it as smooth as she gets hers
(Preferably Japanese) Films similar to Noriko's Dinner Table/Suicide Circle?
What are some good films similar in style to Noriko's Dinner Table, Suicide Circle and Hanging Garden? Japanese preferred, but not necessary. [more inside]
posted by Senza Volto at 3:21 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Senza Volto at 3:21 AM PST - 14 comments
Find my kids some weird and wonderful rock and roll movies
Suggest some quirky rock and roll/pop music themed movies for teens. [more inside]
posted by 2N2222 at 1:09 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by 2N2222 at 1:09 AM PST - 28 comments
Are everyone else's eyes the same?
My eyes are really dark brown. I was looking at a mirror and BAM my eyes turned a silvery gray! [more inside]
posted by mrspeacock at 12:41 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by mrspeacock at 12:41 AM PST - 19 comments
Wanted: stories or memoirs of the Unwanted
I am looking for stories or memoirs of persons famous or otherwise who at some point in their lives realized that nobody wanted them as a partner/lover/mate and how they dealt with this realization in the rest of their life.
Neighbor broke in, we can prove he did it, should we be scared?
Our downstairs neighbor broke into our apartment, there's a good chance he'll be caught. We don't feel safe. [more inside]
Can you help my mother-in-law learn English (but not too much)?
Do you know of any programs to help an elderly Chinese and Vietnamese speaker learn English? [more inside]
posted by rybreadmed at 12:27 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by rybreadmed at 12:27 AM PST - 8 comments
What's a good place to meet women in Phoenix?
What's a good place to meet women around Phoenix, AZ? Aside from, of course, the obvious clubs and bars that everyone always thinks of first...
October 2
Pretty sure my airport card is dead....
I think I killed my wireless card... My macbook pro connects to wifi very sporadically. About half the time, I can be sitting three feet from the wireless router and no network will show up, but my housemates are able to detect the network rooms away. Is this fixable? [more inside]
Is Microsoft really gonna make me pay for piracy?
Am I really gonna get busted for using a pirated copy of windows 7? [more inside]
posted by defmute at 10:20 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by defmute at 10:20 PM PST - 37 comments
How do you pronounce "Christian Slater"?
Is the prononciation of Christian Slater an example of a cross between a hard "t" sound and a "d" sound in North American English in words such as "water"? [more inside]
posted by fantasticninety at 10:05 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by fantasticninety at 10:05 PM PST - 26 comments
What could be causing sound issues on my Windows 7 laptop?
What could be causing sound issues on my Windows 7 laptop? [more inside]
Accessinng controls for 2nd router?
How do I change settings to a 2nd wireless router (signal booster) on a single home network? [more inside]
Shopify without the Shop?
Shopify without the shop? I'm looking for simple-ish, templated, hosted, all in one website solutions ala Shopify, Good Barry, Clover, Virb... but not. What's the latest and greatest alternative to rolling to my own with WordPress? [more inside]
The moment he talks he makes some other Englishman despise him
How would you describe the accent of the man wearing the gray jacket in this Mitchell and Webb clip? [more inside]
Flabby butt!
I'm a male in my 30's. I'm in pretty good shape..but I don't work out that much..for reference, I'm 6'0, 175lbs...thin upper body, but I have thicker, but normal looking thighs. My problem is that five years ago I weighed 200lbs and I've been steadily losing it over the years. Now I'm at a comfortable weight, but my ass, which used to be a better feature of mine, is f-ing flabby and flat!! It's like it happened in just the last year. Looks like I lost weight on the rear end..wish I hadn't..but the ass that I do have, is just flabby and so ugly.
How the heck do I get a masculine ass back? I don't care for lunges. If I run more frequently, will that help? I want to make my butt more solid..and get rid of the jiggle flab. Sorry if this post is gross.
posted by Yunani at 8:18 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by Yunani at 8:18 PM PST - 25 comments
Tiny baby is tiny. Car Seat doesn't fit!
My sister just had her first child and on the car ride home, she discovered that her tiny, 3 day old, 5 pound baby is too small for her infant car seat! Is there a safe way to modify a normal car seat temporarily for an extra tiny individual? Is there anything else she needs to know about dealing with an extra-small infant? [more inside]
Yeah, I'm kinky... is that a problem?
Should I come out of the BDSM closet? [more inside]
WTF USPS?
For some reason my local PO could not deliver two packages to my workplace. Should I write them off as forever lost? (Anon in case sellers mentioned use AskMeFi.) [more inside]
Even educated fleas do it
How many human societies in recent history, if any, have been reliably reported to have no belief in the link between sex and conception, or the link between fathers and children? [more inside]
Heater troubleshooting
It's getting cold, and the heat in our newly-purchased but old house won't turn on. Can you help troubleshoot, or should we just call in a professional? [more inside]
What's that smell?
What is that east coast home/furniture smell? [more inside]
Dare to dream?
When I was a kid, I thought it was my purpose to grow up and achieve all the things for myself that I could. Now that I have grown up to be in my mid-twenties, I have been exposed to life experiences and philosophies/religions that have taken that mindset away from me... [more inside]
posted by drmr2 at 6:02 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by drmr2 at 6:02 PM PST - 26 comments
Baby Bathing Products, Good or Bad?
Is baby soap bad for babies? Commercial brands seem loaded with chemicals and alcohol, does that matter? [more inside]
A man, no plan, a mohawk, Halloween!
I have a mohawk. What's a good idea for a Halloween costume? [more inside]
Cut me a new check please?
I stupidly let a $1500 insurance check sit uncashed for 9 months. Turns out that it was apparently void after 90 days (at least it says so on the check). What are my chances of having the insurance company (of the guy who hit my car) cut me a new check? [more inside]
How to procure quality Turkish sage tea or lemon tea in the US?
Tea People! Turkish sage tea, and lemon tea... can the experience be replicated in the United States? [more inside]
Let me let me upgrade ya
I want to upgrade my sound system for my television from nonexistent to sorta awesome. [more inside]
Garbage goes in the chute, not on the floor and walls
Any tips on how to improve cleanliness of garbage rooms in NYC co-op? [more inside]
Practical transcription of Tamashek
I'm trying to write Tamashek, the language of the Tuareg, in latin characters. I have nearly all the literature on this -- the problem is, there are a variety of proposed systems, and all of them seem to be based on a largely impractical phonetic alphabet. Most of the proposed alphabets are around 36 to 50 letters, rendering it largely ineffective, especially when trying to teach writing to illiterate native speakers or second language learners. [more inside]
posted by iamck at 4:49 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by iamck at 4:49 PM PST - 14 comments
Can I own, maintain, and insure a car without paying an arm and a leg?
What is the absolute cheapest possible way for me to have a car? Insurance, car payments, maintenance, all that jazz? [more inside]
posted by skyl1n3 at 3:40 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by skyl1n3 at 3:40 PM PST - 16 comments
The Things They Carry
What sorts of small talismans or good luck charms might be carried by a modern day American soldier in Afghanistan or Iraq? [more inside]
posted by np312 at 3:34 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by np312 at 3:34 PM PST - 18 comments
Which Costco Hamburger Patties should I buy?
What kind of frozen Costco hamburger patties do you like; and do you cook them frozen? [more inside]
Where do I draw the line with my mom?
How can I begin to disengage myself from my parents (read: mother) so that I no longer feel anxiety and guilt when I handle or approach a situation my way, particularly when it comes to dating? [more inside]
posted by patronuscharms at 2:02 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by patronuscharms at 2:02 PM PST - 28 comments
Is there a Greasemonkey script for Google Reader which will make it sort on unread items?
Is there a Greasemonkey script for Google Reader which will make it sort the feeds by unread items with the same functionality as the soon to be defunct Bloglines? [more inside]
posted by feelinglistless at 1:04 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by feelinglistless at 1:04 PM PST - 5 comments
Feed with commitdiff?
I need software to generate an RSS feed from a revision control repository, complete with commitdiff output. [more inside]
Community Design Resources
Good online or print resources for community design? [more inside]
posted by pulled_levers at 12:27 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by pulled_levers at 12:27 PM PST - 3 comments
My teeth hurt! What do I do?
You are not my Dentist: My teeth are causing me a great deal of pain and anxiety, but I'm not sure if my dentist is giving me the right advice. How do I determine a course of action to become pain-free? [more inside]
"Should I estimate my tax deductions for my new biz, or just forget it?"
I started a side business in 2009 and operated at a loss. I did a terrible job of record-keeping. Should I submit deductions, or just forget it? [more inside]
Can I resume roasting my chicken after accidentally switching it off?
I accidentally switched the oven off part way through roasting my chicken and left it off for 30-45 minutes. Can I put the oven back on again and end up with a safe-to-eat chicken? [more inside]
posted by penguin pie at 11:36 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by penguin pie at 11:36 AM PST - 16 comments
Another recommendation question
What are some mature, well-written books/films/etc. about mankind's bond to animals/nature? [more inside]
What the hell did I play back then?
I'm trying to figure out which older PC adventure game I played back in the 90s, and want to play again. [more inside]
posted by sunimplodes at 10:41 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by sunimplodes at 10:41 AM PST - 10 comments
Identify this creepy voodoo movie
Identify this scary movie: Young couple staying in a creepy (Louisiana?) house. The big finale is they are murdered and an old voodoo-practicing couple take over their bodies. [more inside]
posted by parkerjackson at 10:37 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by parkerjackson at 10:37 AM PST - 6 comments
in which a question is posed concerning latex and tables of contents
Is there a way to generate an analytic table of contents using LaTeX? [more inside]
posted by kenko at 9:56 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by kenko at 9:56 AM PST - 10 comments
Concert alerts?
Upcoming concert alerts: What's the best service that will email me when a selected set of bands are coming to a particular town?
posted by gwint at 9:33 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by gwint at 9:33 AM PST - 11 comments
Looking for that free tv
Going cable free and looking to choose the best ota tv antenna. [more inside]
posted by jourman2 at 9:22 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by jourman2 at 9:22 AM PST - 8 comments
Save our sweaters!
Can I unshrink a merino wool sweater? [more inside]
Need help with insomnia
I've been having trouble sleeping for the last month. What are some ways I can start getting a decent nights sleep again? [more inside]
What is this fake Arcade Fire?
How to strike a deal with a publisher who likes my nonfiction book proposal?
The publisher likes my book proposal -- now what? [more inside]
posted by letahl at 7:19 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by letahl at 7:19 AM PST - 9 comments
Overpopulation
Did red algae once take over the entire planet? [more inside]
posted by shii at 7:06 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by shii at 7:06 AM PST - 7 comments
How to get from acrylic to cashmere?
"When shopping for clothes, buy the best quality material you can afford". I want to do this, but I don't know much about fabric. Can you rank different fabrics for me, ranging from lowest to highest quality? [more inside]
posted by yawper at 6:57 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by yawper at 6:57 AM PST - 14 comments
NO. SLEEP. 'TIL CONNECTICUT.
Best Brooklyn, NY --> CT route tonight? [more inside]
posted by ZenMasterThis at 6:12 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by ZenMasterThis at 6:12 AM PST - 5 comments
Why does the movie countdown end at 2?
Why does the sequence of countdown frames at the beginning of some movies count down to 2, instead of 1? [more inside]
posted by monguin61 at 5:55 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by monguin61 at 5:55 AM PST - 10 comments
Worn-down contacts on a DS card...
Damaged-DS-card-filter: Is there any simple way to restore worn-down copper contacts on a DS card? Some sort of conductive metal paint to dab onto the little strips, or any similar diy trick? [more inside]
posted by progosk at 5:25 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by progosk at 5:25 AM PST - 5 comments
How can we sell products on Amazon US without a US bank account?
How can we sell products on Amazon US without a US bank account? [more inside]
Good SEO submission software or submitters
What are some good SEO software submitters out there? [more inside]
How to view facebook profile without logging in?
How do I view my own facebook profile page without having to login to the site? I'd like other people to be able to view my profile page even if they've not signed up to be members of facebook. [more inside]
posted by joewandy at 2:18 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by joewandy at 2:18 AM PST - 6 comments
Questions about "recruitment agencies"...
Tips for getting my resume to technical recruiters, optimizing it specifically for them and questions I can ask to weed out "sketchy" recruiters? [more inside]
October 1
Drowsy driving is drunk driving. Why is this happening?
Why do I get sleepy when I drive even though I feel completely rested? [more inside]
I have bed bugs. Can I salvage my knitting supplies?
I'm pretty sure I have bed bugs. I've kept my considerable stash of knitting yarn next to my bed. Can I salvage it? [more inside]
Historic plant reproductive variation diagrams or art
"That plants employ many different strategies to engage in sexual reproduction was used, from just a structural perspective, by Carolus Linnaeus (1735 and 1753) to propose a system of classification of flowering plants." - I would very much like to find period diagrams/drawings that depict this (as many of the varying sex types/methods possible) [more inside]
posted by infinite intimation at 10:18 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by infinite intimation at 10:18 PM PST - 9 comments
Need a mark up
I need to make a "stamp" on wine and liquor bottles. What kind of inexpensive and waterproof material/label/stamp can I put on these bottles without having them fall off? [more inside]
How can I find a job that I can tolerate so I can survive while I figure out what I "really" want to do?
The last eight to nine years or so (since high school) I've been drifting from entry-level job to entry-level job. I've never really found anything I liked and I can honestly say I don't know what I'm good at. How can I find a job that I don't dread going to every morning? I'm sick of being miserable at work and I'm sick of waiting to "figure out my life". How do I figure out what I really want and learn job skills that will make me employable beyond being a cashier or barista? [more inside]
posted by allseeingabstract at 9:26 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by allseeingabstract at 9:26 PM PST - 34 comments
Charger for a Zenith DVP615 DVD player
Does anyone know of a place in the Los Angeles area where I can buy an AC power adapter/charger for a Zenith DVP615 portable DVD player? [more inside]
posted by SpacemanStix at 8:53 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by SpacemanStix at 8:53 PM PST - 6 comments
When to be gracious, when to react?
I thought we were friends, apparently I don't fit into his list of priorities though. How should I have responded? [more inside]
posted by ergo at 8:08 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by ergo at 8:08 PM PST - 30 comments
Hotel Hershey, not gonna happen
I'm looking for a cheap, decent hotel/motel in the Hershey/Harrisburg around Halloween. [more inside]
My subset of the Library of Congress
I'd like to put a personal library of around 200 books in order by the Library of Congress Classification System. I plan to take them off my shelves then scan all of their ISBNs for inclusion on LibraryThing... Then what? How do I get LCC numbers from ISBN numbers for ordering/labeling? How should I label them? [more inside]
posted by phrontist at 7:32 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by phrontist at 7:32 PM PST - 5 comments
Kitty litter disposal dilemma
Apparently biodegradable plastic bags are causing problems in my city's waste and recycling/green bin system. I did not know this. What should I do about disposing of my kitty litter? [more inside]
posted by analog at 7:30 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by analog at 7:30 PM PST - 12 comments
Fishing for pie advice
What's your secret to a good fish pie? And what's a good white wine to go with it? [more inside]
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 7:30 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 7:30 PM PST - 10 comments
Zoom and Enhance
Metafilter designers, codebreakers - David Johnston, Canada's new Governor General has a coat of arms that incorporates a long string of ones and zeroes, but that does not directly translate as binary. Of course it could simply be that "The wavy band inscribed with zeros and ones represents a flow of information, digital communication and modern media." [more inside]
How do you reward yourself after a long week's slog?
Self-fanfare for the common man: How do you reward yourself after a long week's slog? [more inside]
Please help me cough!
Why doesn't an expectorant help loosen my cough when I have a cold? [more inside]
posted by mefireader at 6:24 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by mefireader at 6:24 PM PST - 11 comments
Help get this question out of my head!
How did the word "earworm" come to mean something you can't get out of your head (like a song, etc)? Looking for the German etymology, if there is one. [more inside]
Apple Touch features
Apple Touch feature question: can the new Touch remember which particular song or video I was playing in each of several folders, and the point at which I stopped listening to the song or video, so that later I can get back to it quickly? These are features that Tivo has nailed for TV recording and I'd love to find an mp3 + pocket video player that can do the same thing. If not the Touch, is there another portable player that can do those things?
posted by paphun123 at 4:26 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by paphun123 at 4:26 PM PST - 10 comments
Get me suited up!
I need to wear a suit for interviews, but my shape is rapidly changing. Keep altering the same one, or keep buying new ones? [more inside]
posted by synapse at 4:05 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by synapse at 4:05 PM PST - 16 comments
Dressing down when dressing up.
It's that time of year again... Help me find a Halloween costume!! [to fit my needs, of course!] [more inside]
Unlike my thesis committee, these people will not be impressed by pretty pictures of cells.
Cool, I have an interview at a consulting firm even though I have no business experience whatsoever! (Uh-oh... now what do I do?) [more inside]
How can I tell if a feed is no longer active in Google Reader?
Is there a way to locate any feeds in Google Reader that have not been updated in x days? [more inside]
posted by EL-O-ESS at 2:59 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by EL-O-ESS at 2:59 PM PST - 4 comments
GIVE ME BACK MY SON!!!1
Have kidnapped people (children or adults) ever been rescued by family, friends, or others - who are not authorities or hired professionals? [more inside]
posted by r_nebblesworthII at 2:18 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by r_nebblesworthII at 2:18 PM PST - 15 comments
How to get licensed as a Citizen Arborist
I recollect reading or hearing a story within the past year or so in which I learned that one can acquire a permit or license from the city (I think it was Philadelphia, my city, but it could have been another city) that allows one to perform the duties of what I would call a "citizen arborist", e.g., if a tree branch were to be busted by a passing vehicle, said citizen arborist would be empowered to perform proper pruning on the spot on said tree for the greater health and well-being of the tree and its neighborhood. I find this so appealing and want to see if I can get that license, but I'm not sure how to start?
posted by subgear at 2:11 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by subgear at 2:11 PM PST - 6 comments
Are we at the start of the Greater Depression?
Is it just me, or are we at the start of the Greater Depression?
Please either convince me I'm just paranoid, OR help me plan a reasonable course of action. [more inside]
posted by MikeWarot at 2:04 PM PST - 49 comments
posted by MikeWarot at 2:04 PM PST - 49 comments
Name of prehistoric Macintosh game?
Can you help me remember the name of an old Macintosh game where you played as a pre-historic Homo Sapien? [more inside]
posted by yellowlightman at 1:45 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by yellowlightman at 1:45 PM PST - 3 comments
Can hiring be refused because a person is not a Christian?
Asking for a friend: Can hiring at a non-profit be refused because a person is not a Christian? [more inside]
Where to get married in Baltimore?
My sister is looking for a wedding venue in the Baltimore, MD area; do you have any great suggestions? [more inside]
posted by sciencegeek at 1:32 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by sciencegeek at 1:32 PM PST - 20 comments
VPNing Pandora whilst watching iPlayer
Two part question. Would like to access US only websites from the UK (like Pandora) through a VPN service (currently using HotSpot Shield, don't like the ad's). Would also like to use VPN service whilst still being able to access UK only websites like iPlayer at the same time (in another browser or tab). Willing to pay.
posted by nam3d at 1:27 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by nam3d at 1:27 PM PST - 4 comments
Healthy sandwich ideas?
If someone had to eat the same sandwich for lunch every single day, what is the healthiest possible sandwich they could make? [more inside]
Where to live in DC area?
I am moving to DC in a month. I want to live somewhere a short metro ride away from Union Station (I will work near there). Second, I want to be in a place where I can meet nearby single people around my age. (I am a 26 year old male.) I am not a partier, I don't drink much, and I'm not big into night life. I prefer board games, soccer, museums, exploring etc. What do you think would be the best area for me? [more inside]
Sonata Banjo?
Need info on my banjo [more inside]
ATA rack case, 48 hours, SF Bay Area. Go!
ATA-approved rack case in the SF Bay Area today or tomorrow? [more inside]
Moving to a new city without a safety net
I yearn to move to a new city, but feel overwhelmed and unsure of how to make it happen. [more inside]
posted by lucysparrow at 11:29 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by lucysparrow at 11:29 AM PST - 27 comments
Idylls
Are there any guides to pronunciation of the proper names in Idylls of the King? [more inside]
posted by Paquda at 11:19 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Paquda at 11:19 AM PST - 9 comments
Small business needs a reliable copier
I work in a medium-small office (under 20 employees) in Toronto, and it's about time we looked for a new copier machine/contract. The problem is, I have never knows a copier dealer to maintain a good relationship with a small business. I've always attributed this to the fact that being a small and basically not-for-profit business, we have no leverage (I've had the same problem in other offices in the same line of work). The service people have always, in my experience, shown up late and not fixed underlying problems. Please recommend both machines and dealers (lease and service) in Toronto that will not drag its heels for a small business! [more inside]
medical term for one injury causing another?
Is there a medical (or medicolegal) term for one injury causing another? Example: a person who breaks one leg, leans heavily on the other leg, eventually causing shin splints in the healthy leg.
Exporting a Distribution List from Outlook to Excel
I need to export a distribution list from Outlook to Excel (MS 2007 in both cases). [more inside]
Need guidance around potentially signficant job change
Need guidance around a potentially significant job change [more inside]
How can I get over my irrationalities about validation?
Racial filter: How can I get over my validation issues? [more inside]
Identify this movie.
What is this recent movie? I remember the trailer, but not the name. [more inside]
posted by keyfob at 10:16 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by keyfob at 10:16 AM PST - 3 comments
Can't figure out what makes this mental "magic" trick work
Trip to Grand Canyon/Arizona. Need advice!
Ok, I'm tenatively planning a trip to see the Grand Canyon with my sister. I'm looking for suggestions for things to do around there that are fun and relatively cheap. [more inside]
posted by silverstatue at 10:02 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by silverstatue at 10:02 AM PST - 20 comments
Crowdsourcing interior design?
Is there a precedent/community for crowdsourcing interior design? Like many geeks, I lack the proper gifts, and wonder what resources could be thrown at it. [more inside]
How can I forward only the email that gmail puts in my "priority inbox"?
How can I forward only the email that gmail puts in my "priority inbox"? [more inside]
posted by priorpark17 at 9:46 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by priorpark17 at 9:46 AM PST - 2 comments
Should a small business get a multifunction printer or a separate scanner and printer?
Should I purchase a multi-function printer (mfp) or a scanner and separate printer for our small office (10-20 people)? [more inside]
Give me all the steamy details...
Inspired by today's question about choosing between garment steamers, I've just decided that I need need need a garment steamer, because I am not equipped to iron. My budget is smaller, and so is my storage. [more inside]
Total N00b iPhone/iPad Development Question!
Mrs. littleredwagon has asked about a 'customer survey' type app that someone has interest in getting developed for the iPhone. [more inside]
posted by littleredwagon at 9:30 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by littleredwagon at 9:30 AM PST - 4 comments
embedded fonts
Say I own a font and I want to embed it on my site so I can style headlines with it. Is there anything I can do to prevent or impede it from being downloaded and used without permission? [more inside]
posted by nihlton at 9:09 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by nihlton at 9:09 AM PST - 19 comments
Window to a Better World
Loving your pathetic lump
How do you keep your relationship happy and good when you feel like crap? [more inside]
posted by Katine at 8:35 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Katine at 8:35 AM PST - 13 comments
Should I pay more for a saddle that can fit more horses?
How do I decide between two Pessoa Gen X saddles - one with a changeable tree costing $1349 (which would fit more horses) and one with a fixed medium tree costing $975? Which should I choose? [more inside]
What are some good tips for liver health for a cancer patient
What are some good tips for liver health for a cancer patient [more inside]
Help me decide between these garment steamers or tell me about another one that works better!
Which garment steamer should I get, this Rowenta, or this Haan? Or something else altogether? Is there any advantage of having a metal head vs plastic? This is mostly for button-down shirts and dresses. I don't own an iron.
posted by rmless at 7:59 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by rmless at 7:59 AM PST - 7 comments
Excel hell
Excel 2007 filter: How do you change the dictionary language for specific cells/columns/rows? [more inside]
On the Road Again. Woof.
We are off to Lake Tahoe this weekend and we're bringing our dogs. Does the green have any tips or experience for the long drive (3 hours) or secret canine friendly haunts on the south shore?
We thank you as do the puppies.
Please help me spend my spare sanity points
Recommended Lovecraft-inspired fiction and comics? [more inside]
Recipes for dinners that, above all, can be made FAST...
What do you make for dinner on those nights when it comes down to a choice between something that can be made fast, or takeout? I'm the mother of a newborn, so every night is one of those nights. [more inside]
What's your take on Everest Institute?
Do you have any experience with Everest Institute? [more inside]
What is this cube puzzle?
A cube composed of six jigsaw-like pieces which lock together. What is this type of puzzle called and where can I get one? [more inside]
posted by ninebelow at 6:19 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by ninebelow at 6:19 AM PST - 17 comments
Help us get away.
So the 7 months pregnant lady and I wish to travel to the Outer Banks area (specifically Ocracoke, if possible.) Looking for your experiences, recommendations, etc. [more inside]
posted by TomMelee at 6:14 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by TomMelee at 6:14 AM PST - 13 comments
Pay down credit cards or save money?
My parents are loaning us $10,000. Should we save it or use it to pay down credit cards? [more inside]
How can I get furniture in two days without a car?
I need a small, new futon by Sunday. I live in the DC area (Alexandria). I don't have a car, don't know anyone with a car, and I don't have Zipcar membership. What are my options? [more inside]
posted by alligatorman at 4:45 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by alligatorman at 4:45 AM PST - 16 comments
A summary of freemasonry, OES, and Daughter of Isles and what it means to belong to these groups
What are these groups called Freemasonry, Order of Eastern Star (OES), and Daughters of Isles? What are they about and what do they do for the community? Is it a religious or spiritual thing? What the heck is it?? [more inside]
I want your ugly, I want your diseased... papers.
I’m a high school student who likes to edit her professor father’s papers (and those of his colleagues) in her free time. How can I help more professors? What else should I learn to become a better editor? [more inside]
posted by glass origami quicksilver robot at 4:16 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by glass origami quicksilver robot at 4:16 AM PST - 22 comments
My immune system is weird. Why?
Immune system filter: My immune system is weird! I'm generally healthy, but really susceptible to staph infections (mostly impetigo), and don't react to histamine. [more inside]
posted by naturalog at 3:53 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by naturalog at 3:53 AM PST - 5 comments
You liked Imperium? You'll love...
Book recommendation filter: I am really enjoying Imperium by Ryszard Kapuscinski. Can you recommend something similar? [more inside]
posted by jojobobo at 2:50 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by jojobobo at 2:50 AM PST - 12 comments
Help us move down south!
Safe places to live in London. [more inside]
It's 450 nm! That short? No! That blue!
Should I buy my father a blue laser pointer? If so, which one? [more inside]