December 2007 Archives
December 31
mystery greek note
Hello, could anyone possibly translate this for me?
ΔΕΝΓΑΜΙΕΣΑΙ NA ΑΣΠΡΙΣΕΙΣ
hope it's transcribed right, sorry if it's offensive. And could you suggest a good reply? (to flatmate)
Ta!
Is it illegal for a business to close earlier than the closing time posted on their door?
Is it illegal for a business to close earlier than the closing time posted on their door? [more inside]
posted by thatgirl at 8:31 PM PST - 44 comments
posted by thatgirl at 8:31 PM PST - 44 comments
I need to clean a lot really fast, where is Heloise when you need her?
My dogs destroyed the house while I was shopping, how long do I have for damage control? Football filter of all things. [more inside]
posted by stormygrey at 7:28 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by stormygrey at 7:28 PM PST - 9 comments
Where to find authentic Chinese food in Madison
Where can I find authentic Chinese food in Madison, Wisconsin? [more inside]
posted by chippie at 6:48 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by chippie at 6:48 PM PST - 8 comments
Help me unravel the mystery that is lentils
How long to cook lentils? Do I need to soak them? [more inside]
What's wrong with my butt?
What's wrong with my tailbone? [more inside]
I can't break up.
Going completely Skype, wireless and mobile?
I live in a semi-rural area and am incredibly frustrated with my area's landline phone provider. The provider has a monopoly in the area and delays fixing constant faults for many weeks. I want to go completely Skype, wireless and mobile. What are my options? [more inside]
Best workflow for HV20 with Premiere and After Effects
What is a good workflow to capture and export video with the Canon HV20 using Premiere and After Effects? [more inside]
Help me snatch a hacker/spammer
My hotmail acct has been hacked/cracked and is being used to spam people including a few MeFites. I'm pissed and concerned. Please hope me! [more inside]
Desitny's Child needs more banjo.
Who covered "Hey Ladies" by Destiny's Child on this week's Prairie Home Companion best-of episode? [more inside]
posted by chocolate_butch at 3:53 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by chocolate_butch at 3:53 PM PST - 2 comments
Multiple blog accounts for Word 2007
Microsoft Word 2007 allows users to publish directly from Word to their blog account. I've read you can even have multiple accounts. If so, how do I set it up? [more inside]
posted by JaySunSee at 3:51 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by JaySunSee at 3:51 PM PST - 1 comment
It's a Shirt Thing
What are you favorite independent, online t-shirt designer/retailer websites to buy from? [more inside]
How can I tell which of these damn Firefox tabs is making a sound?
How can I tell which of these damn Firefox tabs is making a sound? [more inside]
posted by k7lim at 2:48 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by k7lim at 2:48 PM PST - 7 comments
Active life with a bone bruise?
Does anyone have experience with a bone bruise? I have one, apparently, just when I wanted to get serious about exercising again. [more inside]
posted by Countess Elena at 2:43 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Countess Elena at 2:43 PM PST - 14 comments
Who is this Marius Girard guy?
ArtFilter. Need help finding info on the artist Marius Girard. [more inside]
Is there an X Windows GNU screen equivalent?
Linux filter: Is there an equivalent to GNU screen for X Windows? [more inside]
Games with Random Flash Action?
I'm looking for flash "games" suitable in content for a preschool child (ie: no gore, violence, etc.) where you click the mouse or press a key and something happens, but where you're basically just creating random action. For example, clicking the mouse on the screen might cause a "firework" to deploy or a bubble to be created or burst. Any suggestions?
posted by anastasiav at 2:02 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by anastasiav at 2:02 PM PST - 23 comments
bah humbug
My family members decided to suddenly start celebrating Christmas this year. I feel weird about it. Help me deal with these changes. [more inside]
CUPS + Ubuntu server: Help
CUPS server config issues. Why can't I see or use installed printers on my Ubuntu server? [more inside]
posted by caution live frogs at 1:46 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by caution live frogs at 1:46 PM PST - 5 comments
How should I release and distribute my album?
How should I release and distribute my newly recorded album without a record label? [more inside]
Not the Happy Squirrel!
Who are your favorite fortune tellers in the Manhattan/Brooklyn area? [more inside]
What do I need to do to get in the clear with my car title?
This september I was given a car by a friend of mine who was moving out of state (the car and I are in Ohio). We both signed the title and thought we had done everything right, but we did not realize that we had to sign the document in front of a notary or have it notarized to complete the transfer. (more inside) [more inside]
wine shipping for dummies
Please provide recommendations for companies to move my wine collection from Seattle to San Francisco. [more inside]
Would I be likely to get good research done in China?
If anyone has any experience with postdoc- or young faculty-type work as a foreigner in China, I'd be interested to hear how it worked out for you. [more inside]
The Art Of Conversation
How can I cultivate / find deeper conversations with people? In university it was always easy to find people ready to talk about philosophy, politics, psychology, etc. But now, as I have gotten older and supplanted myself into the corporate world, the art of conversation seems to have been lost. It would appear that most people are resigned to talking about kids, jobs, and pop culture. Am I just in the wrong social circles or does this type of small talk permeate our culture? I long to attend a French salon or dinner party whose primary purpose is the art of conversation. Where can I find groups of people who like engaging, face-to-face conversation? How can I steer people away from talking about what they saw on CNN and towards something with a little more substance?
Obligation to Reservists?
What are an employer's legal and ethical obligations to employees who are in the military reserves? [more inside]
posted by small_ruminant at 9:35 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by small_ruminant at 9:35 AM PST - 21 comments
Foreign language classes in NYC?
Hebrew and Arabic lessons in New York? Recommendations/best bang for buck? [more inside]
What is a better investment between Nikon D80 and Canon Digital Rebel XT and which one do you enjoy working with more?
[Photography] What is a better investment between Nikon D80 and Canon Digital Rebel XT and which one do you enjoy working with more? [more inside]
posted by bostonhill at 8:45 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by bostonhill at 8:45 AM PST - 33 comments
Finland?
Anyone moved to Finland? [more inside]
Has anyone ever been sued for downloading music?
Has anyone ever been sued for downloading music? [more inside]
LFG in Eve, Mefi Style
I'm looking for an Eve-Online corporation to join, and I'm wondering if any Mefites might have suggestions of corporations that would be a good fit. [more inside]
posted by heresiarch at 7:52 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by heresiarch at 7:52 AM PST - 7 comments
I love stealing so much, I'll steal my internet for you!
I'm thinking of sharing my internet with the neighbors; how can we do it fast and safe? [more inside]
Ending an Internet site addiction.
As a New Year's resolution, I want to quit visiting an off-topic forum that robs my productivity. I would like to change the password and keep it at a distance so that I will not have access to it earlier than a year from now. Are there any solutions that will curb my addiction? [more inside]
posted by timmins at 7:33 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by timmins at 7:33 AM PST - 13 comments
Is the sweetness gone?
I am in my third trimester of pregnancy - from the moment I knew I was pregnant, I cut out artificial sweeteners (in addition to other things) from my diet. [more inside]
Appropriate holiday tips for building staff.
New Yorkers, please advise me on appropriate holiday tip amounts for building staff. [more inside]
Good feminist blogs?
Where are the feminist blogs that aren't superficial and/or tending towards ranty? I want more thoughtful analysis and intelligent discussion than you tend to find on feministing et al.
Photographing a Kid's Judo Tournament?
What's the best way to photograph a kid's judo tournament and have pictures ready for the parents right after awards are presented? [more inside]
Beautiful Non-Fiction Books Needed
Can you recommend some beautiful / well designed non-fiction books? Topic is (mostly) irrelevant. [more inside]
Finding my A game with the Xbox360
Making a clean break -- with PC gaming, and transitioning to gaming on an Xbox 360. What will bowl me over? What will annoy me? [more inside]
How did I hurt myself from sitting?
What is this pain in my tailbone? Last night while seated normally in a futon I shifted my weight slightly and a shooting pain went up through my tailbone area. It came back whenever I curved my spine forward slightlly. I hoped it would go away with a good night's sleep, but it hasn't and moving around difficult to do without feeling like I'm being stabbed. It feels like a badly pulled muscle. Has anyone had this? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 6:00 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by anonymous at 6:00 AM PST - 12 comments
Natural disasters colliding with man-made disasters?
I'm looking for an instance of a large-scale man made disaster (such as a war) that collided with a large-scale natural disaster (such as a hurricane) in the same territory. Any nation, any era ... as long as it's fact. Thank you for any help you can offer. :-) [more inside]
posted by coizero at 3:41 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by coizero at 3:41 AM PST - 31 comments
HD Favourites
Without getting into the old Blu-ray vs HD-DVD debate, which films would you recommend watching, which really benefit from the HD format?
Books with textures for blind kids?
Can you think of any children's books with texture which would be great for the visually impaired? [more inside]
posted by pootler at 3:33 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by pootler at 3:33 AM PST - 7 comments
December 30
Religious counter-programming for dummies
My in-laws are Catholics. My husband and I are not raising our daughter in a religious household. How can we effectively counter-program my in-laws' religious activities? [more inside]
Software solution for Electronic Medical Records
Help us figure out a software solution for setting up Electronic Medical Records for an inner city walk-in clinic. Mac/Leopard, possibilities in Word, Excel, Acrobat, database software. [more inside]
posted by jroybal at 11:02 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by jroybal at 11:02 PM PST - 6 comments
Help me Remember an Anime from my Childhood
When I was a child I was exposed to some very early anime. I remember fragments of it, but not what it was called, the plot or any reall relevant details. The general theme seemed to be that an evil...thing was trying to control the world. His primary henchman was a man whose power was to turn people into...mannequins seems to be the best fit. [more inside]
posted by Pontifex at 10:33 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Pontifex at 10:33 PM PST - 7 comments
How to take apart plastic items that are "snapped" together rather than screwed?
How to take apart plastic items that are "snapped" together rather than screwed? [more inside]
Ice hotels
Has anyone stayed in an ice hotel? Particularly the one in Quebec? [more inside]
San Francisco New Years
Continuing the New Year's Eve trend: What can a single, 20-something female do in San Francisco on New Year's Eve? [more inside]
How to Help a Sick Friend Feel Less Alone With Her Pain
My best friend has a host of medical complaints (cystitis, a recent herniated disc, upcoming spinal surgery) and I don't know how to help her.What did you need from your friends? Was there a book or movie that helped you feel less alone/less afraid? [more inside]
Odd behavior in our 2007 Nissan Frontier. Anyone know what's going on?
Odd behavior in our 2007 Nissan Frontier. Anyone know what's going on? [more inside]
How to cope with an abusive and violent brother?
Domestic violence filter : Please help me to cope with my abusive und violent brother.
My twin brother gains satisfaction from ruining my life. What shall I do? (lengthy explanation) [more inside]
Canis obliviosus
Can anyone identify a specific documentary that details a film maker's work with wolves? [more inside]
posted by bonobo at 7:53 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by bonobo at 7:53 PM PST - 9 comments
My eye is alive
My eye is alive! My left eye won't stop twitching, specifically the area nearest my temple. I wouldn't post asking how to "cure" this, but it's been twitching for months! I tried massaging the area... help me kill this!
Masterpiece Theater Airdates
Starting January 13th, the retooled Masterpiece Theater is showing adaptations of all six Jane Austen novels. Does anyone know in what order they're being shown, along with air dates? I thought it would be fun to read or re-read each novel in advance of the movie, but I can't figure out when each novel is going to be shown. [more inside]
posted by Ian A.T. at 7:38 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Ian A.T. at 7:38 PM PST - 5 comments
Trying to Avoid UoPish Things.
Questions regarding online universities. [more inside]
What does your inner three-year-old want to do today?
Suggestions, please, for entertaining a three-year-old. [more inside]
What's the significance of a New Year's Eve date?
What's the significance of having a New Year's Eve date? Is it really the Big Deal I've been lead to believe it is, or is it more of a convenience come time for the midnight kiss? [more inside]
posted by MeetMegan at 7:12 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by MeetMegan at 7:12 PM PST - 25 comments
Life is such a drain.
My laptop battery drains even when the computer is turned off. [more inside]
What is the cheapest and safest way to send a package to Malaysia with the assurance that it will get to the intended recipient?
My sister wants to send a package to someone in Malaysia -specifically in Selangor - however, it seems packages don't always make it to the recipient for whatever reason. She is sending photographs and wants to be sure it gets to the recipient - any tips out there? What is the safest and least expensive way to send it (more photographs)? TIA
What is there to do on New Years Eve in Ft. Lauderdale that doesn't involve bars?
New Years. Going alone. Not really interested in drinking. Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Where? [more inside]
posted by Green With You at 7:03 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Green With You at 7:03 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me research this tomato mold.
Identifyfilter: What kind of mold is this on the tomato? What else can you tell me about that kind of mold? I'm curious partly because it's so pretty and also because I'd like to put the picture on Wikipedia as an example of...whatever it is.
Seeing two weekends at once?
Can I force iCal to display more than 7 days at once in its Week view? (Say, 9 or 10 days at once?) I'm not finding a definitive answer on the web, just other people wishing for the same thing (or suggestions of non-iCal programs, which I can't use). I'm running Tiger but would also be happy to hear if there are any differences here in Leopard.
Overlooking the obvious, probably.
CreativeRouteFilter Followup #1: Alberta to NYC. What's that word? [more inside]
Where to buy fancy Belgian beer glasses in the US?
Where to buy fancy Belgian beer glasses in the US? [more inside]
posted by smackfu at 6:37 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by smackfu at 6:37 PM PST - 17 comments
On not storing up for ourselves treasures on earth.
Please recommend some books to me that deal with simplifying life and combating materialism from a Christian perspective. I'm looking for both modern writings as well as classics. [more inside]
Resort suggestion for New Mexico?
What vacation destination would you recommend in New Mexico -- spa-like, quiet, upscale, desert environment? [more inside]
Ringing In '08...Online
Any good websites for watching the ball drop in Times Square? [more inside]
How do secularists deal without the comfort of religion?
Religion fulfills certain psychological needs. How do non-believers manage without it? [more inside]
posted by giggleknickers at 5:33 PM PST - 77 comments
posted by giggleknickers at 5:33 PM PST - 77 comments
Thai Food on / around Sunset?
Places to eat in Los Angeles, ArcLight edition. [more inside]
Rehabbing from surgery.
Has anyone out there had to rehab severed extensor tendons in your thumb and/ or index finger? [more inside]
Help me make my home beautiful!
What are your favorite home improvement/design/decorating websites? [more inside]
What do you know of the online Ph.D. at CIIS?
Does anyone have any information and/or opinions about the Transformative Studies Ph.D. program at the California Institute of Integral Studies? [more inside]
posted by jackypaper at 4:22 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by jackypaper at 4:22 PM PST - 7 comments
WTF?
What's the deal with this Japanese Talk show? [more inside]
posted by aburd at 4:21 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by aburd at 4:21 PM PST - 6 comments
'Best' napoli sauce recipe?
What's you favourite napoli sauce recipe? [more inside]
Car electrical problems.
Can I diagnose my electrical problems with a small multi-meter? [more inside]
Interaction design: do I need to be an artist?
Conflicted about a career in interaction design, please help! [more inside]
I need some party music for today's New Year's Eve party I'm hosting
I'm hosting a New Year's Eve party. What music do you suggest I play? [more inside]
Heeere fishy fishy fishy
How long can our fish live in the plastic bag from the pet store? [more inside]
posted by chihiro at 3:57 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by chihiro at 3:57 PM PST - 7 comments
What should my eBay listing schedule be for my products? (free HDMI cable to best answer if allowed)
What should my eBay listing schedule be for my products? (free HDMI cable to best answer if allowed) [more inside]
posted by weiler63 at 3:52 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by weiler63 at 3:52 PM PST - 17 comments
An itch to find a laundry solution
Laundry hacking for someone whose skin is hypersensitive to detergent residue. [more inside]
posted by zadcat at 3:44 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by zadcat at 3:44 PM PST - 19 comments
What do to in Sedona on NYE?
My wife and I are in Sedona, AZ for New Year's Eve. What should we do? [more inside]
New State, New Bar Exam. Wah!
Advice for a lawyer taking another state bar exam? [more inside]
posted by batcrazy at 3:18 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by batcrazy at 3:18 PM PST - 10 comments
Who wouldn't want a video game movie?
I'll Query The Hive Mind For You Filter: late-eighties or early-nineties video game that involved a VHS tape and a light gun that may have resembled a rocket ship? [more inside]
posted by cmyk at 3:01 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by cmyk at 3:01 PM PST - 7 comments
Should we go to Joshua Tree for New Years? What is there to do there? Other recommendations?
Is visiting Joshua Tree a fun thing to do for this time of year and if we go, what kinds of things do people do for fun when they're there? [more inside]
Design my reinvention
Okay, here's where I politely ask you folks to help rig up a creative midlife crisis. [more inside]
Question about "There Will Be Blood"
[Spoiler Alert] Question about "There Will Be Blood" [more inside]
Tiger help! Why are my wireless and spotlight icons missing from the upper right hand corner of my toolbar?
Tiger help! Why are my wireless and spotlight icons missing from the upper right hand corner of my toolbar? [more inside]
ObjectFilter
Help me identify this vicious-looking implement. [more inside]
Chances our child would inherit husband's deformed toes?
My husband has deformed toes. What are the chances that this will be passed on to our child if we have one? My husband's toes vary wildly in length--in particular, his 4th toe is longer than all the rest, and all of his toenails are kind of squashed and distorted. Apparently the rest of his family all have normal toes. What could have caused this, and what are the chances (yes, I'm looking for numbers here, if possible) that this deformity would be passed on to our child?
why are houses in Utica, NY so cheap?
Why are houses in Utica, New York so cheap? [more inside]
Can I buy a brand new 5-year-old car?
Can I buy a brand new 5-year-old car? For example, can I buy a brand-new *2003* Nissan 350Z? Or did they really sell each and every last one back in 2003? Where do unsold new cars go when the new models come out? Any car dealers out there that can explain this to me? They must end up somewhere.
posted by sidereal at 12:10 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by sidereal at 12:10 PM PST - 13 comments
Why do liquid fuel rockets vent gas?
Why do liquid-fuel rockets vent gas while on the launch pad? [more inside]
Everyone is having sex in the library, but me....
25 year old girl that hasn't had anything past a 2nd date in 6 years, what is wrong (if anything) with me? [more inside]
RoleModelFilter
Help a friend of mine find examples of young women who've done extraordinary things? [more inside]
I have no New Years plans
Under 21 in Washington, DC with nothing to do on New Year's Eve. Suggestions? [more inside]
Please help me hook all my media components to my wireless network.
How do I hook all my media/game components to my wireless network through one wireless router? Instead of buying a wireless adapter for each device (Tivo/ Xbox/ Xbox 360/ PS2) I want to buy a wireless router that I can plug each device into and then wirelessly “bridge” the router to a wireless Actiontec modem provided by Qwest DSL in the other room. Is this possible? How do I make a “bridge?” -Thanks
posted by thewalrusispaul at 10:20 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by thewalrusispaul at 10:20 AM PST - 15 comments
Can you help me find a new desk?
Can you help me find a new home office desk? [more inside]
posted by Tacos Are Pretty Great at 10:14 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Tacos Are Pretty Great at 10:14 AM PST - 16 comments
First the smell...now the noise
Online financial resources
What are the best online financial resources? [more inside]
Please help me straighten (or decide whether to straighten) my feeble, feeble hair!
I understand that hair straightening irons damage your hair, but currently I'm having to use a hairdryer to get my hair into any semblance of socially acceptable appearance anyway. Might the proper hair straightener, used with the right protective oils and techniques, at least do less (or about the same) amount of damage? If so, what one(s) should I consider? [more inside]
posted by zeph at 9:56 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by zeph at 9:56 AM PST - 18 comments
How to replace cocos fat in an chocolate-dessert?
Chocolaterie-filter: Is it possible to replace cocos fat with some other household-fat in an emergency? What's the best replacement (≈ least damaging)? [more inside]
posted by Rabarberofficer at 9:49 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Rabarberofficer at 9:49 AM PST - 7 comments
All your bass are belong to us
How can I find the right bass player for my band in the Philadelphia area? [more inside]
posted by ludwig_van at 9:32 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by ludwig_van at 9:32 AM PST - 20 comments
Wii wish you a merry Chipmas
I'm in Ireland. Was given a gift of a US version of a Wii game. It doesn't work on my european Wii. Am I boned? [more inside]
Financial Planner (not advisor!) South of Boston?
Searching for a financial planner south of Boston. Any suggestions? [more inside]
A study in dark and not-so-dark
I'm an amateur photographer. I recently took some quite close up pictures of a white flowered plant. I thought I'd better turn the exposure down (to -1) to avoid the flash picking out the whiteness of the flowers too much. But it didn't work out so well... [more inside]
Tape in my cajon!?!
Should I pull the tape out of the inside of my new cajon flamenco? [more inside]
posted by deliquescent at 6:43 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by deliquescent at 6:43 AM PST - 4 comments
Words that native English speakers mispronounce
I'm a native speaker of English but I pronounce some words incorrectly. What other words am I pronouncing wrong? [more inside]
posted by pravit at 6:25 AM PST - 147 comments
posted by pravit at 6:25 AM PST - 147 comments
Much admiration for the man who can live without bacon...
What's a good vegetarian substitute for bacon? [more inside]
posted by justonegirl at 6:20 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by justonegirl at 6:20 AM PST - 36 comments
start my engine, metafilter
I don't really use my car much in the winter but I park it outdoors. How do I maximize its chances of survival? [more inside]
Seeking Bill Gates!
The mystery of the disappearing recycle bin
Windows Vista Filter: My Recycle Bin has disappeared from my desktop and I can't seem to get it back. I've also have had folders disappear from the desktop as well. Drag it out of a zipped folder for instance, and it won't show on the physical desktop. [more inside]
posted by wile e at 3:46 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by wile e at 3:46 AM PST - 3 comments
Mac infrared remote weirdness
My problem with my Apple remote is just getting weirder [more inside]
posted by snarfois at 3:25 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by snarfois at 3:25 AM PST - 5 comments
Think of her as a more judgemental Aunt Bea.
Where could I find a beautiful beach on the Eastern seaboard with bland-as-hell life? [more inside]
posted by fujiko at 2:57 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by fujiko at 2:57 AM PST - 31 comments
UUSee TV
Anyone ever use the Chinese streaming software UUSee? [more inside]
posted by RavinDave at 2:52 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by RavinDave at 2:52 AM PST - 9 comments
Travel noob seeks advice regarding destination.
I'd like to take a trip to somewhere outside the US, for about a month, for about $1k, during an undecided time of the year. Where are two or three good places to go and what are some good things to do for a single mid-20's dude who's looking for general first-time traveler stuff and a little culture shock?
Someone must be blogging about blogs, right?
Is anyone out there publishing analysis or actively tracking interesting developments/trends in blogging in terms of the emerging patterns in the form and functionality of the blogs themselves? [more inside]
posted by lhl at 2:02 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by lhl at 2:02 AM PST - 4 comments
Which awul independant MMA event did I witness?
I'm looking for info about an MMA event that aired on the HDNet channel within the past few months. [more inside]
Did Magellan really
Did Ferdinand Magellan really say this? “The Church says that the Earth is flat, but I know that it is round. For I have seen the shadow of the earth on the moon and I have more faith in the Shadow than in the Church.” [more inside]
Unbalanced six-packs?
Why do some people's abdominal muscles appear to be asymmetrical? [more inside]
December 29
Mail.app and text attachments
How can I gets OS X Mail.app to display text attachments as attachments rather than dumping the text inline in the email? [more inside]
posted by badstone at 11:10 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by badstone at 11:10 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me configure an HTPC with multiple audio outputs.
What's the best way to configure an HTPC to easily manage and control 3 separate audio outputs and then flexibly route those outputs to 3 separate locations? [more inside]
When was police line tape first used at crime scenes in the US?
When was police line tape first used at crime scenes in the US? [more inside]
posted by kittens for breakfast at 10:03 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by kittens for breakfast at 10:03 PM PST - 16 comments
When did movie soundtracks (on LP and CD) begin mixing in snippets of dialog from the film?
When did movie soundtracks (on LP and CD) begin mixing in snippets of dialog from the film? [more inside]
What should I read to learn about Native American History?
What should I be reading to learn about Native American history and material culture? [more inside]
posted by pluckysparrow at 9:48 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by pluckysparrow at 9:48 PM PST - 13 comments
Visual Basic Communities
Visual Basic communities. Where can I find a supportive community that will help me become a better VB .NET programmer? [more inside]
posted by grahamwell at 9:38 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by grahamwell at 9:38 PM PST - 4 comments
Looking for a humorous Natural Gas advertisement
Where can I find a specific funny advertisement for natural gas? [more inside]
posted by chudmonkey at 8:03 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by chudmonkey at 8:03 PM PST - 4 comments
Blake for the dense
I'm a person who is apparently too dense to understand poetry, but I'm looking for a collection of William Blake's work. [more inside]
"How is that possible?"
Is there anywhere I could find an old Qwest commercial? [more inside]
posted by daninnj at 7:27 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by daninnj at 7:27 PM PST - 7 comments
What was my Toyota worth?
How can I find the replacement value of a Canadian Toyota Echo? Mine's toast, and I don't want to get screwed by the insurance company. [more inside]
Mom wants to know...
Name the mystery object that was in my boyfriend's christmas cracker.
My boyfriend got this mystery object in his Christmas cracker and the family was stumped. What is it supposed to be? [more inside]
posted by shelleycat at 7:08 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by shelleycat at 7:08 PM PST - 24 comments
It's either Ad Center or this. I want to do this.
I have been asked to put together a portfolio for a couple of jobs on the creative side of the advertising world. I am very quick with new ideas for marketing and advertising, but I have never put an ad together. Help me put a portfolio together! [more inside]
Put it on the big screen, Scottie.
What was this cool visualization ability I had for a while? [more inside]
posted by trinity8-director at 6:46 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by trinity8-director at 6:46 PM PST - 18 comments
please point me in the direction of the bag store.
Anyone know where I can buy (in a store) Manhattan Portage products in Montreal? [more inside]
What do quantum physicists mean when they say "observer"?
In quantum physics, what's an observer? [more inside]
Help me be the best aunt ever!
I'm going to be an aunt, but I can't stand my nephew-to-be's parents. [more inside]
Remove my face from Facebook?
Can I get photos uploaded to Facebook that include me against my wishes removed if the person who uploaded them will not take them down? [more inside]
Antidepressants through a GP or clinic
How can I get a prescription for an antidepressant from a GP or (preferably) a walk-in clinic, and how long would the prescription last? [more inside]
Abandoned souls and the last taboo. Good readin'!
Dan Simmons' amazing book, The Terror, has me now longing for more survival/failure to survive stories. What can you recommend? [more inside]
How do I find authors the same age as me?
Is there any resource online that lists fiction (and possibly non-fiction) authors by age? [more inside]
posted by aclevername at 5:33 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by aclevername at 5:33 PM PST - 5 comments
CAP ON, cap off, THE CAPPER!
Is it becoming standard to type business letters in all caps? [more inside]
"Tokini mi ni to sa, mochi ni ku muta..."
What language is Cirque du Soleil's "Rivage" in? [more inside]
Los Angeles haircut recommendation?
HaircutFilter: Where can I go in the Los Angeles area to get a good men's haircut? [more inside]
Burr vs. Blade cuisinart Grind and Brew Coffee Maker?
Are the new burr grinder versions of Cuisinart Grind & Brew coffee makers better than the initial blade-grinder models? [more inside]
What's a good wedding present for someone who doesn't believe in the sanctity of marriage?
What's a good wedding present for someone who doesn't believe in the sanctity of marriage? [more inside]
posted by croutonsupafreak at 2:58 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by croutonsupafreak at 2:58 PM PST - 21 comments
Steve Jobs is holding my pictures for ransom.
I have a bunch of pictures in Iphoto on my mac. Unfortunately, Iphoto uses a really wacky file structure. How do I get the photos out of itunes and sort them into folders labeled by date without including all the weird little dupes and thumbnails that Iphoto generates? [more inside]
posted by mecran01 at 2:43 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by mecran01 at 2:43 PM PST - 8 comments
Help me make him pay
Has anyone used a collections agency to collect on a judgment from small claims court? [more inside]
As inevitable as death…
Recommendations on a good online summary/overview of educational tax credits and deductions in the US? [more inside]
posted by NotMyselfRightNow at 1:25 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by NotMyselfRightNow at 1:25 PM PST - 3 comments
How to find a Vancouver doctor?
My girlfriend and I need to find a doctor! We are in Vancouver (core) and we would like to find a doctor who will help us take maximum advantage of the health care resources available to us. And they should be ADD-friendly... [more inside]
posted by lastobelus at 1:13 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by lastobelus at 1:13 PM PST - 6 comments
Why do I shiver upstairs?
Why does my upstairs shower run out of hot water long before the one downstairs? I only have one water heater... [more inside]
posted by tomwheeler at 1:11 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by tomwheeler at 1:11 PM PST - 17 comments
Is it still safe to use this turkey meat?
Would it still be safe to make a soup today from Christmas turkey leftovers? (The meat has been stored in the fridge since Tuesday- the carcass was tossed out.)
Help me identify 70s animated movie?
Trying to remember an animated film from late 70s, early 80s. I saw it in 5th grade classroom 1983. All I can remember is a musical song sequence where kids are in a forest (or bog) and are being chased/haunted by the spirits of the forest (or maybe one particular spirit?) the song is catchy and I think the chorus has the word "Who?" sung as if it was the sound a ghost makes. I think the movie might have had a slight pro-environment message as well.
radio waves
How do radio waves travel through walls? [more inside]
A nice place in PR for a toddler
I'm looking for a cheap hotel any place between San Juan and Fajardo [more inside]
Leapless in Seattle
Physical therapy recommendation in Seattle metro area? [more inside]
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 11:56 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Blazecock Pileon at 11:56 AM PST - 5 comments
Can you help me and my family plan a roadtrip in Australia?
My family and I will be in Australia from March 14th, 2008 to the 26th. We'll be staying in Sydney for most of the trip (friends' apartment) but we also want to take a leisurely road trip to Melbourne. Do you have any recommendations what to do in Sydney, Melbourne and during the roadtrip? [more inside]
posted by Kattullus at 11:51 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Kattullus at 11:51 AM PST - 18 comments
i think i turned cubist for a sec there.
sometimes out of nowhere, my sense of physical orientation gets all messed up and i feel like i'm crooked. huh? [more inside]
What's Up Doc?
Help me find a doctor who takes my HRA! [more inside]
Pump-Head Syndrome?
Experience with Pump-Head Syndrome? [more inside]
posted by TryTheTilapia at 10:54 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by TryTheTilapia at 10:54 AM PST - 11 comments
Simple home studio
Will you help me set up a simple yet functional home recording studio? [more inside]
One piece of luggage to rule them all?
Any suggestions for a single piece of luggage for someone that travels light? [more inside]
posted by gtr at 10:20 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by gtr at 10:20 AM PST - 32 comments
did i just destroy my SLR lens?
I just managed to screw up the lens on my Canon D400 and was hoping someone could give me some advice on how much it is likely to cost to fix? Basically, the focus seems to be slightly twisted and appears to come off it's 'thread'. I can turn the lens to focus but the action is stiff and jams rather than pulling the lens back towards the camera.
Obviously, I am no expert, but is it likely that the lens can be fixed, or am I looking at throwing down money that I don't have on buying a new one?
Thanks in advance!
posted by hairgelburrito at 10:03 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by hairgelburrito at 10:03 AM PST - 6 comments
Is this racist?
An upper class white Southern lady says of an athlete while watching sports on TV: "Look at him, he's dark. He's like charcoal." Is that a racist comment or am I oversensitive? There were no black people in the room when the comment was made. It made me uncomfortable but I didn't say anything.
Definitely the easiest way out...
Complete communication shut down as a means of ending a relationship: How often is this employed? And why can't people have some courtesy? [more inside]
Petite boot shopping in Austin, Texas
Austin shopping filter: Where has a good selection of ladies casual calf- to knee-high boots for reasonable prices in Austin that is not in a mall? See details for specifics. [more inside]
posted by fructose at 9:37 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by fructose at 9:37 AM PST - 8 comments
Help find a book for a Social Psych course
Bookfilter: Books on prejudice and concealed identities? [more inside]
posted by lassie at 9:24 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by lassie at 9:24 AM PST - 17 comments
Dollars for Moldovanians!
Why don't small countries use the dollar or the euro in place of their own currency? [more inside]
posted by greytape at 9:02 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by greytape at 9:02 AM PST - 15 comments
Firewall conflict problems
My wireless router (Linksys) and/or DSL modem recently locked up. Resolved by 2.5 hours of Linksys and Verizon telephone reconfigurations. Apparently caused by my inadvertently restarting pc (Windows XP) from firewall update by MacAfee while on line.
Question: Linksys support says the router hardware contains firewall, so there is no need for firewall software such as MacAfee--they can conflict. Any similar experience?
PKU-friendly recipes
Looking for tested, proven dinner recipes for a houseguest with PKU. [more inside]
Plum Plum Fizz Fizz
Anyone got a recipe for a dry seltzer, like these? Something that doesn't involve a syrupy or juicy base?
Corollary question: Is it possible to make a potable seltzer using a tablet, rather than cartridge, technique? I'm thinking Alka-seltzer, without the Alka. [more inside]
posted by DenOfSizer at 7:42 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by DenOfSizer at 7:42 AM PST - 5 comments
Where to begin with Ruby on Rails?
I'm interested in attempting some work with Ruby on Rails. Other than some very elementary BASIC programming and HTML (yes, I know it's not a programming language), I have no programming experience. [more inside]
Help us identify this film
Help us identify this NY-themed, fairytale, mixed-media movie [more inside]
posted by nielsellerkaos at 6:41 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by nielsellerkaos at 6:41 AM PST - 14 comments
recording live session from Vista
I would like to know how I can capture audio/video sessions on an HP laptop with built-in webcam for playback on the same machine. Some basic editing functions would be useful to clean up a session. I need to be able to take the file and play it on my Mac as well. [more inside]
Is it possible to force Flash animations to play at Low quality by default?
I set my Dad up with an old computer of mine. At the default Flash quality (High), this computer renders YouTube clips at about 1 frame/sec. When he manually switches the quality to Low, they are fine; but he has to do this manually every time. Is there a way to make all Flash animations default to Low quality? [more inside]
posted by hAndrew at 5:13 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by hAndrew at 5:13 AM PST - 7 comments
How to find someone to be an intellectual mentor for them?
How to find someone to be an intellectual mentor for them?
The difficulties I see in finding someone are: 1) I'm not around many new people (esp. younger) that would be interested and 2) why would they choose me? [more inside]
posted by Furious Fitness at 3:38 AM PST - 41 comments
posted by Furious Fitness at 3:38 AM PST - 41 comments
Help me find a website (non CMS/Blog) program/tool for my wife.
My wife and I have a small family farm. While I run a few websites that are hand coded, Wordpress or Joomla based, with galleries and more, she can not handle that. We are trying to find a simple website creation program for her to maintain the farms website. [more inside]
"I love drinking those!"
Help me get ready for a Pilates class! [more inside]
Animated Star Wars homages and rip-offs
Are there any good (or at least decent) animated features that have that Star Wars-esque space opera adventure feel to it? [more inside]
December 28
Acer Crystal Eye goes blind
What is going on with my Acer Crystal Eye webcam? It suddenly died and won't revive again. [more inside]
Best kind of bakeware material?
For a jack of all trades bakeware, what is the best material? Ceramic, Metal (aluminium), Glass (Pyrex), or Silicone?
Free (or Very Cheap) US Nationwide Dialup?
I'll be travelling in the US (mostly California) in January, and looking for free (ideally) or very cheap (no contract) nationwide dialup service. I've downloaded Juno (http://www.juno.com) to try it out - though reading the reviews, it doesn't sound promising. Wondering if anyone have any experience with Juno and/or if there are other suggestions out there.
Calling unmanaged DLL functions from C#
How can I work with an unmanaged C++ API from within C#? [more inside]
How does new value created by industry and economy become cash?
(Possibly Advanced) Economics Filter:
How does new value created by industry and economy become money? [more inside]
posted by SlyBevel at 9:47 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by SlyBevel at 9:47 PM PST - 32 comments
Help me figure out the next step with my dad.
Have you ever explicitly told your dad, or any parent, that for your own emotional well-being you need time away from them? Have you ever wanted to? Is there any way to do this? Details inside. [more inside]
How do I search gmail headers?
Is there anyway to search the headers in gmail? [more inside]
Where can I find tourtiere in Vancouver?
"meow" does not tell me what you want!!!
Why has my cat suddenly become so needy and demanding of constant attention? [more inside]
posted by Kellydamnit at 8:40 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Kellydamnit at 8:40 PM PST - 20 comments
Pictures
I'm looking for images that combine human bodies with machine heads.
Two examples are the Freaky Flicks mascot and Andrzej Klimowski's cover illustration for Faber and Faber's 1992 edition of Vargas Llosa's Aunt Julia and the Scriptwriter.
Do you know any more?
Two examples are the Freaky Flicks mascot and Andrzej Klimowski's cover illustration for Faber and Faber's 1992 edition of Vargas Llosa's Aunt Julia and the Scriptwriter.
Do you know any more?
Effective/interesting domestic uses of solar power?
What domestic devices can be operated effectively on solar power these days? Know any interesting alternative uses? Wide open question.
Mystery print technique
I was recently given a print. It was one of at least a handful identical copies made in 1972 by a student. There's a blowup of a part of it here. Knowing nearly nothing about art, I'm very curious to learn how was this made. The hatching & stippling scream computer to me, but that seems unlikely, given the time. It seems like it was done in CYMK, with a brown key, & the offset of the brown & yellow is a bit off. Can anyone shed some light on the process, start to finish, behind this?
Wikipedia Wizards Please Help!
How to get custom templates from Wikipedia for a locally installed instance of MediaWiki? [more inside]
posted by jjsonp at 7:31 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by jjsonp at 7:31 PM PST - 2 comments
Fix my PSP backlight!
How do I fix my PSP backlight? [more inside]
Why can't my kitten just grow up and play right?
My genius cat is really letting me down lately. I know she's not blind, but why can't she seem to see her toy when we're playing fetch? [more inside]
posted by heyho at 7:26 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by heyho at 7:26 PM PST - 15 comments
i let my domain expire and someone picked it up
I let my company's domain name expire, and now someone else owns it. What can I do to get it back? [more inside]
Shortwave? Yes, I do.
So, I got a shortwave radio for Christmas, and I've already picked up a weird signal.... [more inside]
posted by fvox13 at 6:33 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by fvox13 at 6:33 PM PST - 7 comments
Where to service a Range Rover in the LA/Glendale area?
Los Angeles CA Range Rover owners - If I buy a 2000 Range Rover in good condition/edmunds.com price where should I have it serviced in the Glendale or Silver Lake areas? Also, feel free to throw in comments on to buy or not to buy (I understand that this is a needy vehicle).
They kept it in the bath, but didn't make a movie about it
Help me identify this UK children's book about a sea monster kept in a house! It's not The Water Horse! [more inside]
posted by subbes at 5:59 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by subbes at 5:59 PM PST - 10 comments
Well, you LET him get away with it . ..
How to help parents and sibling out of what seems to be dependency cycle? [more inside]
posted by oblio_one at 5:50 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by oblio_one at 5:50 PM PST - 12 comments
Perfect HDTV picture: Buy now or wait?
I haven't owned a tv since 2004. Since then, I've been downloading my shows, at first at compressed HD quality, and then more recently 720p and 1080i/p. I don't want to watch broadcast TV that looks like YouTube, I want a beautiful picture. Should I wait until 2010 to get an HDTV and service? [more inside]
posted by stewiethegreat at 5:26 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by stewiethegreat at 5:26 PM PST - 19 comments
How do I discreetly research a family member's suicide?
Earlier this year, my cousin shot himself. I'd been estranged from him for several years, but we used to be close. How do I go about getting information about his death and about the last few years of his life? [more inside]
I Need Lingerie That Fits!
Mrs. Irontom here - I need a professional bra fitting in the DC metro area... [more inside]
What is the best way to download online magazine/newspaper articles?
What is the best way to download online magazine/newspaper articles? In particular the Economist, which you can only access free for a certain length of time. Any plugins or software that can do this for free? [more inside]
posted by vegetableagony at 5:17 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by vegetableagony at 5:17 PM PST - 8 comments
Better than sex and $50?
Got an Xmas gift from my mother in law...
Tried searching Google for "better than sex and $50"
A sad, messy search result...
So what to does the Metafilter have to offer?
FUN things to do with $50?
(On the East Coast, or on the web, in the uSA?) [more inside]
posted by geekP1ng at 4:35 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by geekP1ng at 4:35 PM PST - 12 comments
How should I deposit a check that isn't made out to me?
How should I deposit a check that isn't made out to me? [more inside]
Help me id some random comedy heard on Sirius
I am trying to find the name of the comedian and what album the bit I heard on the radio was from. We were listening to the Foxhole on Sirius, and it was either a real or scripted prank call. The comedian was calling a young woman's father and asking permission to go away with her for the weekend. He kept calling the dad "playa" and mentioning that he was 47. It kind of spins out of control and he threatens to go fight the man? Any ideas would be appreciated.
posted by jules1651 at 4:19 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by jules1651 at 4:19 PM PST - 2 comments
Past Movie Reviews/Reactions
Are there good online resources where you can go to find out how movies were received when they came out? Collections of criticism and/or public reaction?
Speciality Business Cards
Print shops that will do specialty cut business cards on good paper [more inside]
Give me your thought provoking questions.
Help me compile an interesting online survey. [more inside]
What did my cat do to my computer?
Why is my screen all stretched out and blurry? [more inside]
I need chicken sausages.
Help me find chicken sausages in the UK. [more inside]
On the 5th day of Christmas someone gave to me......
Help! I just received an unexpected and unsolicited check for several thousand dollars from the sister of my best friend who died several years ago. What should I do? [more inside]
Hey daddy who?
Hey daddy, daddy: song identification help requested. [more inside]
posted by roue at 3:08 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by roue at 3:08 PM PST - 5 comments
What can you tell me about my Kodak Brownie?
Total novice ahead! What do I do with this Kodak Brownie 8mm? [more inside]
posted by nadawi at 2:55 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by nadawi at 2:55 PM PST - 10 comments
Free web-based ticket sales?
What are some free web-based ticket sales applications? [more inside]
Help me find the original or a similar equivalent image
I'd like to know the source of this Tech Crunch Christmas Greeting image or barring that, a free or CC licensed equivalent. [more inside]
I wish I had Zhang Ziyi's hair!
I have slightly wavy hair that looks different it dries after a shower, and it's not always a pretty. What can I do, short of blow drying or styling, to control how it dries? [more inside]
single-serving recipes
Cooking for one: I need some tasty, healthy single-serving recipe ideas! [more inside]
Stay with me?
Is there any reason why people need to stay awake to avoid freezing? I've seen this over and over in movie and tv plots where one person tries to keep another awake.
How to look normal in a long black trenchcoat?
I'm 6 feet tall, solidly built, in my early twenties, and I have an ankle-length black leather trenchcoat. It's swishy and sleek, with a button closure (no belt), like this one (it may be the same coat). I got this coat after pining for it in high school for years, and went through a wearing-black Matrix phase with sunglasses and the whole deal. Now I have a girlfriend and some perspective, and I'm more likely to wear pullover sweaters. [more inside]
Is this bit of jazz famous or just a movie score?
Is this piece of music, used in the film 'Forget Paris', just incidental music or a well known piece of jazz? If it is well known, what is it?
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=O29IITBox2c (starts around 2:53) [mild expletive warning for the clip]
I bought the soundtrack, composed by Marc Shaiman, and it's not on there.
what is tomato sauce really made of?
I'm getting ready to make my first serious attempt at marinara. Recipes that I have seen vary on whether one should use whole tomatoes, canned tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato puree, or tomato sauce. What effect does it have on the finished product to use or not use any of these in particular? [more inside]
posted by zebra3 at 12:49 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by zebra3 at 12:49 PM PST - 30 comments
I'll have a number 42...
I want to cook chinese takeaway style food at home. Is there a website that will tell me how to do this? [more inside]
posted by Rabulah at 12:47 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Rabulah at 12:47 PM PST - 12 comments
Children's book title redux
I'm looking for the title of a children's book I read while growing up (early 80s) about a condemned house. [more inside]
posted by anonymous78 at 12:47 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by anonymous78 at 12:47 PM PST - 5 comments
Suggestions for Regional/Cultural Snack Foods?
I'd like to sample some distinctly regional or cultural snack foods without leaving the comfort of my own home using the magic of the Internet. Suggestions may include candies, chocolates, chips, cookies, crackers, cheeses, or any item which fills a similar role in a specific culture or region... so long as the ordering process is online and the product can be shipped to the United States. [more inside]
What are the best disposable phone options?
What are the best disposable phone options? [more inside]
Titles and Subs
What's the difference between Title and Subject when it comes to metadata? And how do you use Title and Subtitle? Best practices, please... [more inside]
posted by blue_wardrobe at 12:46 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by blue_wardrobe at 12:46 PM PST - 4 comments
public swimming pool myth
When I was a kid there was this idea that if you pissed in a public swimming pool the water around you will turn blue and follow you around. Today I asked a few friends and everyone got told the same thing. Is this just a myth invented to stop kids from doing this or is it real? [more inside]
Backtrack 2 Final Hibernate + Sleep?
How do I make my laptop "hibernate" and "sleep" while using Backtrack 2 Final? In other words, what is the command or where would I go to hibernate or put it to sleep?
Countdown to his death
I remember a story about a scientist or mathematician who noticed he slept increasingly more each night. The increase followed some kind of mathematical progression. When the amount reached 24 hours, he died. Who was he?
posted by 999 at 11:48 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by 999 at 11:48 AM PST - 11 comments
History resources?
Little sister is working on a project and need to find sources that can help her identify several things for railroad workers, meatpacking plant workers, a Rockefeller employee, and a business employing child labor from 1885-1910. The things she needs are their job responsibilities, wages, number of hours, conditions of the workplace.
What are some good reasons to end a relationship?
Lately I have been thinking about ending my six-month relationship with a guy but cannot find a good reason to do it. [more inside]
posted by Ria at 11:36 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by Ria at 11:36 AM PST - 24 comments
So I got my R4, but now what?
I just got an R4DS, but I am at a loss for what homebrew to look into. What should I be running on my R4? [more inside]
Darth Maul wasn't my father, why are my eyes red?
Obviously I need to see a Dr. and you can't give specific advise. But what the heck is going on with my eyes?!? [more inside]
posted by TheDukeofLancaster at 11:28 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by TheDukeofLancaster at 11:28 AM PST - 19 comments
Any desktop touchpads apart from Cirque products?
Does anyone know of any other desktop touchpads available for Windows (preferably Vista) other than the Cirque products? [more inside]
Why are TV studios and sports teams allowed to colluded in labor negotiations?
Question about the Writer's Guild strike and comparable situations in other industries: why are the studios allowed to negotiate as a single entity, the AMPTP? How does this situation compare to the various US sports leagues and the auto and airline industries? [more inside]
posted by mullacc at 11:20 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by mullacc at 11:20 AM PST - 9 comments
Keeping tags, etc. when uploading to photos Flickr?
How do I upload my digital photos to Flickr and make sure the metadata stays intact? [more inside]
posted by Smarson at 10:53 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Smarson at 10:53 AM PST - 6 comments
Help me figure out what I should snap
I got a new camera for Christmas. I love it and want to do something with it aside from taking photos whenever I'm out somewhere. [more inside]
Glastonbury 2007 - anyone remember this beat boxer?
I went to glastonbury 2007 and on either the Thursday or Friday early in the day a human beatboxer played on a tiny stage (a tent) by the green fields, tried to find out who he was on the glasto website but to no avail. Can anyone help? [more inside]
posted by swisspotter at 10:33 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by swisspotter at 10:33 AM PST - 11 comments
Tuxedo t-shirt in Seattle?
Where to buy a tuxedo t-shirt today in Seattle? [more inside]
Should I pursue an e-commerce patent?
I'm developing an e-commerce project with business processes that are truly unique and might be patentable. I understand there is serious debate about the benefit and/or validity of many patents in this field, but I think my idea stands up to the bullshit test, and I don't think protecting it would be anti-competitive.
So, should I launch and go about protecting the invention later, or should I hire a patent attorney right away? I've searched the patent databases myself and found nothing remotely similar. But I'm not an expert.
posted by subpixel at 10:22 AM PST - 7 comments
So, should I launch and go about protecting the invention later, or should I hire a patent attorney right away? I've searched the patent databases myself and found nothing remotely similar. But I'm not an expert.
posted by subpixel at 10:22 AM PST - 7 comments
Great works of literature created from humble resources
Any examples of great works of literature that were written on scraps of paper or created using inferior devices?
posted by survivorman at 10:20 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by survivorman at 10:20 AM PST - 34 comments
What are the names of some fictional cities?
I'll phrase this as succinctly as I can - I'm looking for fictional US cities featured in comic books. Can you help? [more inside]
My mother has become a crazy cat lady. Help me!
My mother has become a crazy cat lady. Help me! [more inside]
What does "crash at my place" mean really?
Stupid dating question involving New Year's Eve and an invitation to "crash at my place". [more inside]
Health Beliefs of Different Countries
The Russians have a saying that goes "the onion treats seven ailments", meaning, if person eats an onion every day,he will remain healthy and not need a doctor. What other health-related beliefs, that are indigenous and unique to a particular country, can metafites think of?
Why won't my Remote Desktop server forward sound?
I recently reinstalled Windows XP Professional on a "headless" machine—that is, one that I access only via Remote Desktop. Each time I've previously set this machine up, Remote Desktop has properly forwarded sound to the client computer; this time, however, sound doesn't work with Remote Desktop sessions. The hardware's the same as it's always been, and I'm using the same drivers and software. What's wrong? [more inside]
How do I improve my dull, lifeless skin?
My skin is terrible. It's not just the acne, though I do have that. It is mottled and dull. I have deep shadows under my eyes. Wrinkles are spreading under my eyes and from the corners of my nose to my mouth. I don't (and never have) smoked, nor lived around smokers. I drink at least 2 liters of water a day. I'm a female in my early 20s, and I've got the skin of a nicotine and alcohol addict in their forties. What am I doing wrong? More treatment details inside. [more inside]
Tenants getting DMCA notices under my (landlord's) name.
What are my options as a landlord for a tenant who got a DMCA notice for illegal downloading under my internet connection and my name in CA? [more inside]
My Dark Calculus II Secret
Calculus II filter: I have trouble setting up the integral for the volume of a solid of revolution when it is being revolved around a horizontal or vertical line other than the x- or y- axis. Does anybody know a trick or mnemonic for these types of problems? [more inside]
posted by wittgenstein at 8:49 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by wittgenstein at 8:49 AM PST - 5 comments
Do you know these books? Well, help a gal out, then.
I'm looking for the title of a Scholastic (I think) kids' book published possibly in the early to mid-1960s, and also the name of the author of a teen novel published in the 1950s. [more inside]
I disgust myself
I'm sick. Gross bodily fluid question involving phlegm, etc,. inside. [more inside]
Best US$1K laptop?
My very own NORAD
As part of my work for a client I've begun researching online privacy, cryptography, and other sundry ways of protecting oneself online. And I'm now completely creeped out and must switch NOW to uncrackable passwords, multiple email accounts, encrypting the crap out of everything I do, and generally making sure that only the things I want public on the internet are publicly accessible. But we run into the question - how do I do that without driving myself nuts trying to remember my passwords, convince everyone I know to use encrypted communication, and maintain a reasonable amount of privacy in my web surfing? And how do I do that after 8 years of webwhorage where I wasn't too concerned who knew what about me? [more inside]
posted by saysthis at 7:29 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by saysthis at 7:29 AM PST - 15 comments
I don't want to be evil.
I'm a junior in college currently pursuing a chemical engineering degree...but what can I do that won't have me working for evil companies or make me part of Big Pharma or the military-industrial complex? [more inside]
help me get them cheap.
Are things (in particular, wellingtons) really that cheap on eBay? How can I get them wholesale? [more inside]
Is there too much culture?
Where can I find a mp3 version of Mike Figgis' "Is there too much culture?" [more inside]
posted by mordecai at 6:59 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by mordecai at 6:59 AM PST - 4 comments
How do I serve this port?
Do I need to do anything special to serve this bottle of port? [more inside]
Changing video dimensions for Youtube upload
I have a video (here it is) that is 240 x 320 px. Youtube resizes it when I upload it, expanding the width and making it distorted. How can I easily change the video so that is the right dimensions for Youtube?!
posted by wibbler at 5:13 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by wibbler at 5:13 AM PST - 5 comments
Snakes, why did it have to be snakes?
As a Brit traveling to California do I need to be wary of snakes or spiders (or anything else for that matter?) [more inside]
Regex Alms for the Perl-less?
Help me composite some regex.
(That phrasing makes this question sound way less nerdy than it is) [more inside]
One USB charger to replace lots of wall warts?
Like most mefites, I have far too many gadgets, and the wall warts to match. I suspect most of them could be replaced with a single USB charger - is this something that already exists? [more inside]
posted by spaceman_spiff at 2:12 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by spaceman_spiff at 2:12 AM PST - 8 comments
Alternatives for Nero Burning ROM?
More burning, less fiddling: alternatives for Nero Burning ROM? [more inside]
December 27
Highway to Hell
I want to make a play list of songs that have a reference to a US highway somewhere in the lyrics. Which songs do you know that have this? [more inside]
How often do cats need teeth cleaning?
Do our mostly-indoors, otherwise healthy cats really need to have their teeth cleaned at the vet's once a year? [more inside]
Philadelphian in need of Framboise.
Where, within a one hour dive or so of Center City Philadelphia, can I buy a case or so of Lindemans Lambic Framboise? [more inside]
I'm walking out to be a bookkeeper. Or am I?
You know all the boring, tedious stuff that you have to do to keep your business running? The stuff that you think is a waste of your creative genius time that you'd like to just pay somebody else to do? The bookkeeping, invoicing, budgeting ... everything having to do with spreadsheets, numbers, QuickBooks and filing cabinets? Well, what careers might that describe? [more inside]
Should I sell my website? What is it worth?
Someone e-mailed and wants to buy one of my websites. Should I do it? How much should I ask for? Should I feel like a sell-out? There are complicating factors. [more inside]
posted by web-goddess at 9:30 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by web-goddess at 9:30 PM PST - 24 comments
Help me find a cool looking jacket
I want to find a cool winter jacket or coat - sorta like the Buzz Rickson "Pattern Recognition" jacket. Fashion details inside. [more inside]
My mother-in-law secretly baptized my Jewish children
I'm Jewish. My wife converted many years ago. I found out that my Mother-In-Law secretly baptized my children. [more inside]
Playing therapist to parents? Never again.
Imminently divorcing parents, naive and idealistic father, playing therapist to adults - the works. Help me not hate my family! [more inside]
Where can I find the best old books in Denver?
Looking for good used bookstores in Denver.... [more inside]
How do you motivate yourself and handle obstacles?
What is holding you back from doing the things you want to do? And if you were able to accomplish something special how did you do it? [more inside]
Coachella Mystery
Mystery surrounding a miracle in Coachella involving a cross which burns bright in a window, even at night? [more inside]
posted by vacapinta at 6:52 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by vacapinta at 6:52 PM PST - 16 comments
Help me let the muse in!
I have a huge mental block when it comes to writing songs that is the direct result of being ridiculed or sometimes even punished by my father when I was little. It's so bad that even when I try, a little voice in my head screams, "no, no, no!" and I just shut down.
Freewriting is great, but I need to be able to ignore that voice even when I'm writing thoughtfully and paying attention to conventions like rhyme, rhythm and melody.
I have plenty of ideas, but I need help learning how to get them out onto paper.
Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by freshwater_pr0n at 6:39 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by freshwater_pr0n at 6:39 PM PST - 21 comments
Credentials are a must!
What credentials can I gain quickly (>6 months), easily (effort is fine but not too much!) and cheaply (<$150)? [more inside]
posted by ZackTM at 6:29 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by ZackTM at 6:29 PM PST - 23 comments
Help! A _girl_ likes me!
Help! A girl likes me! [more inside]
I can't format anything!
Why can't I format anything with my laptop? I can't format an external hard drive or an mp3 player with it. I'm using a Dell Inspiron 6000 with XP professional. I want to fix the problem!
posted by Eiwalker at 6:11 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Eiwalker at 6:11 PM PST - 12 comments
How do I walk and stand correctly?
How do I walk and stand correctly? My upright posture sucks and I want to change it. [more inside]
posted by JZig at 5:17 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by JZig at 5:17 PM PST - 16 comments
Ideas for an 'adventurous experience' in London, England?
Ideas for an 'adventurous experience' in London, England? [more inside]
Dumb questions about car insurance
I've got a few questions about car insurance [more inside]
posted by special-k at 4:43 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by special-k at 4:43 PM PST - 11 comments
Help Me Become An Official Officiant, Officially
Can someone out there help me become a ULC wedding officiant in Washington, DC? [more inside]
TV Tuner Card
I'm interested in buying a TV Tuner Card for my PC, but I don't know where to find good reviews. Does anyone have any recommendations for a cheap, decent-quality card that preferably comes with a remote? [more inside]
posted by Aanidaani at 4:27 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Aanidaani at 4:27 PM PST - 9 comments
Lost In Translation (and in the Postal System)
Are there any Czech speakers out there who can help me track down the recipients of this Christmas present? [more inside]
Can I Pad my Parking Garage Pillar to Save My Paint Job?
Where can I buy a padded jacket for the concrete pillar in my parking garage that I keep accidentally scraping my car against? [more inside]
Pommie don't preach.
How do I support my newly pregnant 18-year-old friend? She sent me a bubbly happy e-mail with her "good news" - I haven't responded yet. [more inside]
What are the quality magazines of Conservative (U.S.) political/social opinion?
What are the quality magazines of Conservative (U.S.) political/social opinion? [more inside]
posted by radiosig at 3:21 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by radiosig at 3:21 PM PST - 21 comments
Tough lovin' is hard on a cell phone
Need an inexpensive indestructible cellphone for my SO. Since the ol' luddite has converted to this "cellular phone" business he's managed to bang the ever-loving crap out of this phone. [more inside]
posted by desuetude at 3:11 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by desuetude at 3:11 PM PST - 28 comments
Software for AVCHD?
Please recommend consumer level video editing software for working with AVCHD in Windows Vista. [more inside]
Don't let my retainer get me down
How do I work "on retainer" without screwing myself or making my client unhappy? [more inside]
posted by foxy_hedgehog at 3:04 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by foxy_hedgehog at 3:04 PM PST - 4 comments
what phone should i get to replace broken RAZR?
What basic cell phone do you recommend that is not a RAZR? [more inside]
What shall we do before midnight?
Last Minute Travel Plans: I'm seeking advice on what to do in New York City this new year's eve. [more inside]
posted by gursky at 2:22 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by gursky at 2:22 PM PST - 7 comments
Too much rain, need sun and fun
Mid-February one-week vacation in the southwest U.S. Daughter will be turning five and we want to focus on awe-inspiring natural areas (accessible to non-hiking inclined girl) and sunshine. Ideas? [more inside]
Not an easy task.
How do I help my brilliant - but broke - friend go to school? [more inside]
posted by laughinglikemad at 1:39 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by laughinglikemad at 1:39 PM PST - 23 comments
Linux + emulators + roms = homebrew console
How do I create a linux-based game station that's loaded with emulators and roms that I can hook up to my tv? [more inside]
PCIe 1.1 vs 2.0 / DDR2 vs 3
Is PCIe 1.x x16 a viable technology for a gaming PC intended to last for the next 3+ years? What about DDR2? [more inside]
posted by cyrusdogstar at 12:49 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by cyrusdogstar at 12:49 PM PST - 10 comments
In search of a timeline of literary periods.
I'm entering a Literature graduate program and I'd like to fill in some of the gaps in my knowledge of the British/American canon. I've been looking for a timeline of literary periods to assist me in identifying where my major gaps are.
It would (ideally) have major authors and for bonus points, their major works. I've been googling for about 45 minutes now and I can't find anything substantive. I would pay a pretty decent premium to have it poster-sized to hang above my desk. [more inside]
posted by damnthesehumanhands at 12:39 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by damnthesehumanhands at 12:39 PM PST - 13 comments
My heart is breaking, and I don't know why
How do I deal with this overwhelming sadness that has no apparent cause? [more inside]
posted by happyturtle at 12:15 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by happyturtle at 12:15 PM PST - 30 comments
Best street photography/photographers
Street Photography: any suggestions for photography books or or great photographers in that niche? I'm particularly interested in street photography of the 1930's thru the 1970's.
posted by bbranden1 at 11:47 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by bbranden1 at 11:47 AM PST - 14 comments
"Delita, you live!"
Desperately looking for downloadable videos of FFT:LW's cutscenes. [more inside]
Finding establishments with pinball machines near Seattle.
Cool old pinball machines are tough to find, especially outside of the city according to Google. [more inside]
posted by codybaldwin at 11:45 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by codybaldwin at 11:45 AM PST - 5 comments
Looking for an instructor pilot in Atlanta.
Wild Blue Yonder-filter: After many years of saying I want to do it, I'm planning to take the plunge and get my pilot's license. The problem is that Google is giving me a bunch of results for instructors that look (if you'll excuse the pun) somewhat fly-by-night. [more inside]
cultural history of childrearing
being a new mom i've read way too much about baby care. now i'm interested in the history of baby raising and care.
i'm [more inside]
posted by beccaj at 11:41 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by beccaj at 11:41 AM PST - 10 comments
Looking for a word count widget
Is there a javascript bookmark available that I can nest on my toolbar that will give me a word count for whatever text I have highlighted (in a text box or otherwise)? Or maybe a firefox addon or greasemonkey script that would do the same? [more inside]
posted by (bb|[^b]{2}) at 11:35 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by (bb|[^b]{2}) at 11:35 AM PST - 7 comments
D.C. in January...
In D.C. next week with more time on my hands than work to be done.
Any political rallies or events going on I should go to?
Do I have to pay for my roommate's HD-TV add-ons for the cable bill?
Do I have to pay for my roommate's HD-TV add-ons for the cable bill? [more inside]
posted by KogeLiz at 11:17 AM PST - 59 comments
posted by KogeLiz at 11:17 AM PST - 59 comments
How does a scientist start a career in illustration and design?
How do I get into a career in illustration and design with no qualifications or knowledge of the business? [more inside]
How do I sell an adult domain without getting screwed?
I've owned a domain name for quite a while that was intended for an "adult novelty" online store. I believe it to be an excellent name for that and now I'd like to sell it. How do I valuate that and how do I sell it without going to huge amounts of effort? [more inside]
posted by Kickstart70 at 10:56 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Kickstart70 at 10:56 AM PST - 7 comments
What cartoon has haunted me for 15 years?
When I was in sixth grade many years ago, I passed out after gym class one day. When I woke up, I had vivid memories of cartoonish bananas dancing around a red pool of blood, chanting "E equals MC squared" over and over. [more inside]
posted by csimpkins at 10:50 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by csimpkins at 10:50 AM PST - 6 comments
Help us work out how we can live together
Help us work out how we can live together [more inside]
How do they get away with that?
Why don't people who try to scam BestBuy out of a PS3 by saying they got an empty box get arrested? [more inside]
posted by nomisxid at 9:56 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by nomisxid at 9:56 AM PST - 30 comments
Wind down in Tempe
I will be in Tempe for the New Year and my friends and I could all use some R & R - any recommendations on hot springs, mud baths, massage etc. in that area? (Or any other take-it-easy type activity).
What to see and do in Montevideo and environs, Uruguay
Where should we go in Montevideo, Uruguay? 40-something couple (M/F) seek tips on restaurants, sights, shopping, good photo spots (we're both serious Flickrites). We'll be there in February. Have already collected various guidebook and internet tips - looking for personal experiences of great places. Will also be in Colonia del Sacramento and probably taking a day trip to Punta del Este to photograph Casapueblo.
Tortilla dough in SF?
Are there markets in San Francisco where I can buy the dough to make tortillas? [more inside]
Wither the weather experts?
Where can I find "legal experts?" Specifically for meteorology? [more inside]
Little Boxes, Little Boxes
How can I get Japanese characters to show up on webpages, rather than those less-than-helpful little boxes? [more inside]
posted by santojulieta at 8:52 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by santojulieta at 8:52 AM PST - 5 comments
Why has Photoshop forsaken me?
When i try to upload images I made in Photoshop to Blogger the colours get screwed up. It seems like all the yellow gets removed or something.
Also, Photoshop won't let me save anything as a png. it just doesn't show up in the format box.
Any ideas?
posted by Andy Harwood at 8:29 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Andy Harwood at 8:29 AM PST - 9 comments
Photographic archive in Paris?
Help me identify a photographic archive in Paris [more inside]
posted by gravelshoes at 8:17 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by gravelshoes at 8:17 AM PST - 2 comments
Feliz Año Nuevo en DC
We're throwing a Mexican-themed New Year's Eve party. Where's the best place to buy the booze, food and decorations in Washington DC? [more inside]
Recommend a case for iPod Classic
Can you recommend an iPod Classic case? [more inside]
Baby's Razor Nails
What can I do to prevent my baby from scratching his face? [more inside]
posted by lynda at 7:47 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by lynda at 7:47 AM PST - 21 comments
The Amazing Invisible Gallbladder
I know you aren't my doctor (or even my mother's doctor), but if you *a* doctor can you please help me connect these dots regarding a gallbladder? [more inside]
posted by Lokheed at 7:45 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Lokheed at 7:45 AM PST - 11 comments
I Love Metafilter
I have a server down with about 20 domains on it and need an Adaptec 2410sa in the Phoenix area. I have been unable to locate one locally. It is rare but I find it now necessary to invoke the power that is Metafilter. Thanks ahead of time.
Defining the Japanese Concept of 'Ma'
What do you know about the Japanese word/concept of 'Ma'? I know it denotes the negative space between objects and it relates closely to the similarly used Japanese word 'Mu'. [more inside]
All about Palais-Royal.
Where can I find a list of physical sensor sizes for digital cameras??
Where can I find a list of physical sensor sizes for digital cameras? [more inside]
I crashed my car... and may have to move before I can fix it.
I rear-ended somebody with my car. Twist: I'm moving in a week... background inside. [more inside]
Business Biographies?
I'm heading on a long trip in a week, and need some reading materials. I enjoy "business biographies" - stories about business, deals, etc. Looking for recommendations for books I haven't read yet [more inside]
Help salvage a poor innocent Moog!
My friend's just bought a nice new Moog Etherwave! Unfortunately, he plugged it in to the mains with just a plug converter, and since we're in Australia (240V) instead of the US, where the Moog came from (120V or something) - boom.
Can we fix this? Would he have just have fried the power supply rather than the Moog itself? If so, can we just cut the cable, buy a new power supply (and transformer), and splice it on? Would that be a horrible nightmare?
Mens Dress Shoes That Don't Suck Please
ISO men's dress shoes that are appropriate with the most conservative business attire but that will stand up to New England winters and walking-intensive public transportation commutes without wrecking my feet. Bonus if there's a retailer out there that has juicy post-Xmas discounts.
Stay Classy San Diego
I am taking a week long trip to San Diego for a week. Help me make the most of it. [more inside]
Casual flute self-study to Beatles and downtempo pop?
I want a casual beginner's flute regimen that won't bore me to tears. [more inside]
posted by cowbellemoo at 1:56 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by cowbellemoo at 1:56 AM PST - 5 comments
Non-KitchenAid Mixer Recioes
I got a stand mixer for X-Mas! No, not the damn KitchenAid with the atom smasher attachment. I'm looking for some good, basic mixer recipes, breads and meatloaves in particular. [more inside]
posted by maryh at 1:42 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by maryh at 1:42 AM PST - 7 comments
What sudoku game do I want for my new Nintendo DS Lite?
I got a Nintendo DS for Christmas! Given my logical style of solving sudoku, which of the scores of sudoku titles do I want? [more inside]
In the market for a new mattress: Requesting info on the classic Bergad Isoform Mattress.
I've been sleeping on a cheap Ikea mattress for a few years now and have finally decided to invest in a better one. I like the Tempur-Pedic beds, but I haven't really looked into them due to the high prices (I need a Queen). I recently came across these Bergad Isoform Mattresses while researching online and found quite a few good reviews on epinions. I'm a bit worried about having to purchase one without being able to test it, though I hear they are quite comparable to the Tempur-Pedics. What are your thoughts?
As an aside, I have a genuine curiosity about how these beds are for sex. I'm used to spring mattress beds which seem to be more buoyant than the foam beds, and I'm curious if that affects sex in any way. I don't mean to be crass, but it IS hard to find reviews on that other thing people do in their beds!
December 26
Off the beaten path male wardrobe
Help finding low cost therapy in the Philadelphia area
Recommendations or help with finding low cost therapy in the Philadelphia area for anxiety and depression. Any particular schools, agencies or companies that you know of or have used would be great.
Where to alter women's clothing in Montreal?
I need recommendations for a tailor in Montreal for women's clothing. [more inside]
Have domain name, need email name
So I picked a domain name, but can't decide what to name my e-mail address. [more inside]
Help me find a good rubik's cube
What high quality Rubik's Cube can you recommend? [more inside]
Which hot sauce to get for my friend?
I'm trying to get a hot/tabasco sauce gift for a capsaicin-fiend friend of mine, recommendations? [more inside]
Cousin reconnected.
Forgotten relations have parachuted into my life...Can I make them useful? [more inside]
posted by frosty_hut at 10:05 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by frosty_hut at 10:05 PM PST - 22 comments
Big Truck - Small Stuff
I'm looking for resale shops, and especially resale shops that specialize in 20th century modern furniture or antiques in Chattanooga, Louisville, Nashville, Indianapolis, or Lafayette. [more inside]
Periods after Miscarriage
Periods after Miscarriage? I had a miscarriage on 10-28-07. The first period after that was November 28 through December 3rd. It was complete and there was no D & C. I had a follow up with my OB 11-28 . Before the pregnancy and miscarriage my body was more predictable. Can a miscarriage change my body and periods? [more inside]
Dreamweaver Site Deifinition problem
When in Dreamweaver 8 setting up the "site definitions / advanced/ remote info - I enter my login-in an password information and when I exit DW, it erases the information. Note that I've check the save password box. I can't get DW to save my Login and Password. How can I get it to save it? Thanks in advance for your help...
posted by orlin at 8:42 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by orlin at 8:42 PM PST - 3 comments
Where are the bumps on _your_ keyboard?
What's with the little bumps on the F and J keys on my computer keyboard? Yes yes ... I know they are guides for touch-typing, but I'm sure that when I was learning to type back in high school on electric typewriters (pre-computer days) the bumps were on D and K.
Am I mis-remembering this? Did they change, and if so, when? And did every typist go crazy when it happened?
Dino Fantasia
I need a decent still of the dinosaurs in the movie "Fantasia." [more inside]
posted by BE ADEQUITE at 7:58 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by BE ADEQUITE at 7:58 PM PST - 5 comments
iBudget
What's the best budgeting/personal finance for my Intel iMac running 10.5.1? [more inside]
I don't want my life to sit around gathering dust.
Simplifying life and purging my junk. I'm exhausted and I haven't even started. How to make it easier, less painful, and maybe even profitable? [more inside]
posted by miss lynnster at 6:43 PM PST - 57 comments
posted by miss lynnster at 6:43 PM PST - 57 comments
Young, Dumb, and in NYC for a week and a half
My girlfriend and I are housesitting in Manhattan for 10.5 days starting very shortly, and we have some questions. Things to eat, things to do, things to eat while doing things.... [more inside]
posted by cmyr at 6:27 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by cmyr at 6:27 PM PST - 26 comments
Damn the flu!
I'm sick of the flu. What will speed my recovery? [more inside]
Lighting arrestor to dampen the ground voltage differential
Using a lighting arrestor to dampen the ground voltage differential between two building. [more inside]
posted by jumpsuit_boy at 6:24 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by jumpsuit_boy at 6:24 PM PST - 6 comments
How should I setup satellite radio in my car?
Any satellite radio users able to offer some insight on the best method of installation? [more inside]
posted by Rewind at 6:04 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Rewind at 6:04 PM PST - 4 comments
Mail order prescriptions and temperature
Does the cold temperature outside destroy my mail-order medication? [more inside]
posted by jclovebrew at 5:20 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by jclovebrew at 5:20 PM PST - 3 comments
Help me plan my NZ honeymoon.
My wife and I are *finally* going to go on our honeymoon and we're aiming for mid-March. We live in Tokyo and we're thinking of going to New Zealand. Assuming we have a week (or perhaps shorter, like 5 full days), what could we do in NZ? How's the weather? North Island or South Island? Can we get around either island by train/bus easily or is renting a car a better idea? [more inside]
NTLDR is missing! YIKES!
NTLDR is missing! YIKES! [more inside]
How can I install Ubuntu alongside XP without being able to boot from a DVD drive?
I've recently purchased a new external USB DVD drive, as I do not have a floppy drive or internal CD/DVD drive on this windows PC. I am trying to set it up now for dual-booting Solaris+Ubuntu but, even after updating the BIOS (Phoenix 6.00) I cannot boot a USB drive.
First, does anyone have a way I could somehow add USB drivers as a boot option (along with XP), so that I can then add Solaris and Ubuntu (making it four options at boot)? [more inside]
posted by christopherbdnk at 4:22 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by christopherbdnk at 4:22 PM PST - 9 comments
Vista and I are working very hard on our relationship
On the sixth day of Vista, my laptop gave to me... (List of specific troubles within) [more inside]
posted by jinjo at 4:17 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by jinjo at 4:17 PM PST - 12 comments
I'm looking for a list of cult books.
I'm looking for a list of cult books. In other words, books that have acquired a highly devoted but relatively small group of fans. [more inside]
Got an electrical outlet?
I have heard that prisoners will use a trick involving sticking a bit of metal in electrical outlets to get a spark in a rather Macgyver-esque process of lighting a cigarette. Is this more urban legend than reality. [more inside]
Simple application usage timer?
As part of my new-year-self-improvement kick, I'd like to track the amount of time I spend browsing the web. Is there an app that will track how long a single application (in this case, Opera) is open each day, and show the total time somewhere on the desktop? [more inside]
Spam in documents folder
I found an rtf file in my documents folder in vista that contained instruction on how to get a free ipod by refering friends to a site. I have not downloaded this. Is my computer compromised? Should I do anything? Did it matter that i opened it in word?
I want puzzles!
I am looking for brain teasers and puzzles like the ones here http://stores.brilliantpuzzles.com/
But I would like to actually look at them and feel them before buying. So I prefer if there is a store that sells them in the bay area. I am in mountain view.
Even if the place is expensive, at least I can see what I like and order it online from somewhere cheaper.
Thanks
Domestic Help - How Much?
Domestic help? How much? Laundry, dishes, beds, straightening up, occasionally driving the kids to the sports practices. [more inside]
Cheap or free German gps maps for a magellan roadmate 1200?
Cheap or free German gps maps for a magellan roadmate 1200? [more inside]
posted by damn dirty ape at 2:18 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by damn dirty ape at 2:18 PM PST - 1 comment
Single man on the prowl
Can anyone recommend a good lunchtime or after work bar in the Austin, Texas area? [more inside]
RFID login on a Mac?
How can I use RFID to login to my Mac running Leopard [more inside]
My Cateye does not compute. I need new ideas.
I'm thinking of changing to a wireless cycle computer. Is this a good idea? [more inside]
Info regarding a disappeared surreal political humor flash site
What happened to www.iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii.com? It was a visually overloaded, interactive Flash site with a hilariously surreal, antiestablishment bent. Can it still be seen anywhere? Who made it, and have they produced other works?
posted by ism at 1:43 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by ism at 1:43 PM PST - 3 comments
Voter Education
Teach me to be a better informed voter for the next Presidential election [more inside]
how do i learn to deal with disappointment?
How can I learn to deal with disappointment in a healthy, adult way? or: Help! My boyfriend's babymama is ruining my life! [more inside]
posted by kerfuffled at 1:14 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by kerfuffled at 1:14 PM PST - 37 comments
Seeking Sheets Sold Separately
Where can I buy high quality bedsheets by the sheet, not in sets? [more inside]
How can I export my Entourage mail from one machine to another?
What is the best way to move my Entourage 2004 Email from one Max OS X machine to another? I had done this once before, and it wasn't as straightforward is it should be and totally forgot how to do it (Mac's help is no help). [more inside]
Washington Post = Only slightly less authoritative than the Bible, at least in my family
Help me find a copy of the Washington Post in Philadelphia. [more inside]
help a layman understand multi-dimensional data modelling
I'd like to know how multi-dimensional data modelling works. [more inside]
posted by goethean at 12:02 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by goethean at 12:02 PM PST - 2 comments
vbscript printing to command line
How does one make a VBScript print to the command line without invoking Cscript before the script.vbs? [more inside]
The Vista fails to inspire me
It's time to replace our desktop computer. After threads like this about the sluggishness of Vista, I'd prefer to get XP Pro, but it appears that some vendors, such as HP, only offer Vista. I'd rather not buy a computer with Vista and then install XP. Ideally, the new box would come with XP Pro and include a coupon for Vista that will still be valid in one or two years when Microsoft will presumably gets its act together. Does anyone have such a thing? Thanks and happy holidays! [more inside]
of making many books there is no end
What should I know about academic publishing, as a researcher working outside academia? [more inside]
Alcohol: a depressant/high
If alcohol is a depressant and lowers my 'vibration', then why do I feel "buzzed" or "high" when I drink a lot?
NE/Greek pizza in NYC?
Can I make my own GPS based audiotour?
I like the idea of "tour" audio that's loaded into my GPS unit, and as I drive through, say, Virginia, a voice tells me about Civil War battles and troop movements that took place in my immediate area. Here's one vendor that makes these. Question is -- how hard would it be to make my own? What technical expertise/hardware/software would be required?
posted by stupidsexyFlanders at 10:50 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by stupidsexyFlanders at 10:50 AM PST - 5 comments
Beyond black cats and four-leaf clovers
Got any great books about luck? [more inside]
Here's the mail, it never fails, it makes me wanna wag my tail. When it comes I wanna wail: MAAAAIL!
How do you keep incoming mail neat, organized, and dealt with in a timely fashion? [more inside]
How do I get Airport Express working?
Help me get my new Airport Extreme working with my Linksys router. After running the set up utility the Airport disappears. [more inside]
posted by sauril at 10:15 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by sauril at 10:15 AM PST - 4 comments
Is HDMI a Deal Breaker on an LCD?
I'm looking at getting a new LCD that I'll be using with my computer and really like the HP 2408 & LP2465. However, will I end up shooting myself in the foot for not having HDMI? [more inside]
posted by chrisWhite at 9:58 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by chrisWhite at 9:58 AM PST - 8 comments
Expensive to travel this weekend!
Priceline flights going up $80 in minutes? [more inside]
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 9:45 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 9:45 AM PST - 5 comments
Beyond vinaigrette?
Need some great recipes with fancy vinegars. [more inside]
What if I told you Mari-Mac's mother is making Mari-Mac marry me?
Where can one learn to fiddle in Vancouver, BC? [more inside]
How difficult is it now to get a mortgage with no money down?
Since the subprime market bust, how difficult will it be for my boyfriend to get a mortgage for a house with little-to-no money down? Are there things he should know before beginning the process? [more inside]
Shake It Like a Polaroid Pictcha
Recommendations for shops in Manhattan that can scan a large quantity of polaroids. [more inside]
Any Great Tips For A Mobile Grad Student?
Any Great Tips for an Mobile Grad Student? [more inside]
What do I need to send/receive text messages via satellites?
What device can be used to send/receive text messages from very remote locations? [more inside]
posted by mateuslee at 7:41 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by mateuslee at 7:41 AM PST - 11 comments
How to get education funds earmarked?
Can a defunct trust fund donate tax-free to a university student's dissertation? [more inside]
I get the big picture, now how do I break it down?
I love the whole Linux idea from start to finish. I've been using it for a year now, full time, and I want to go deeper. How do I contribute? [more inside]
can I, should I ressuscitate my dead printer ?
can I, should I ressuscitate my dead printer ? [more inside]
Hunger in America: Meals missed per day?
How many people in America miss one or more meals per day because they can't afford to put food on the table? Any authoritative (citation) answer / statistic appreciated. [more inside]
Not self-raising flour
Can self-raising flour be turned into plain flour? [more inside]
3D Physics toys.
A few years ago I came across some cool OpenGL 3D physics demo programs. Basically, they gave you a surface with various objects on it, and you could click and drag the objects around, and watch them bounce into other objects - knock down bowling pins, roll along the floor, all that stuff. I want to find them again, or possibly something much cooler or newer - any ideas? [more inside]
December 25
Mmm, fresh tagliatelle...
I want to make pasta, but it's oh-so-complicated... [more inside]
posted by roygbv at 11:53 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by roygbv at 11:53 PM PST - 19 comments
Songs about difficult Decembers?
My sister is having a rough month. She's toughing it out through a Jerry Springer-scale divorce drama while dealing with potentially serious medical problems. She's asked me to find songs for a compilation about difficult Decembers to help her get through. [more inside]
Help me find a cold pillow!
I am looking for a pillow that stays cold all the time that does not require water! [more inside]
Keeping secrets is keeping me up nights.
How do you make everything good again after someone finds out you've kept a secret from them? Thing is, it's not your own secret you are keeping. [more inside]
posted by Jazz Hands at 10:43 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by Jazz Hands at 10:43 PM PST - 30 comments
osx not booting up and I'm unable to make it to an apple store...
osx not booting up and I'm unable to make it to an apple store... [more inside]
posted by krautland at 10:18 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by krautland at 10:18 PM PST - 20 comments
replace powerbook display a go go?
my powerbook g4 15" screen is often incapable of displaying the bottom 2/3 of the display. is it at all likely that this is a connection issue or do i probably just need to replace the screen? [more inside]
Where should we go in Kentucky/Tennessee?
Within 5 days, where should we take a roadtrip in Kentucky/Tennessee/other close-ish areas? [more inside]
Unperformable plays?
What well-known (or lesser-known) plays are written intentionally so as to be unperformable -- only readable as scripts? I'm thinking stage directions along the lines of pulls out a handgun and fires at random into the audience, or that instruct the actors to walk on the ceiling, or specification in the dramatis personae that goats are to be cast in speaking parts. Who's employed this device to the greatest artistic effect?
What options are available for mini-tensile architecture?
What kind of fixtures/joinery/wire is available for small-scale tensile structures? (i.e. project size ranging from an object/structure the size of a tent down to a model). [more inside]
posted by serial_consign at 9:54 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by serial_consign at 9:54 PM PST - 5 comments
Salt & pepper- which goes in which shaker?
Salt and pepper shakers: Does the salt or the pepper go in the shaker with more holes? And does the salt or the pepper go in the shaker with bigger holes? [more inside]
Should I drive and get the car, or pay to have it shipped?
Should I drive from Austin to Minneapolis to pick up a free car, and then drive it back to Austin spending approximately $380 on hotels and gas, or should I pay $750 to get the car shipped? [more inside]
Best Cinematic Prologues?
What films have the best prologues? [more inside]
posted by roger ackroyd at 9:15 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by roger ackroyd at 9:15 PM PST - 41 comments
Help me figure out what to do about my relationship.
Help me sort out my feelings about the relationship I’m in because I just can’t seem to figure it out. (long and complicated - sorry!) [more inside]
American football in Manila?
Where to buy an American Football in Metro Manila/Makati? [more inside]
How should a college kid store his coffee?
Coffee beans behave like busses apparently. I went with preground for a year, and then I got a 5lb bag and a 1lb bag of roasted coffee beans and a grinder today for Christmas. How should I store them, accounting for my specific situation? [more inside]
London Calling?
I'm a geographer looking to move abroad (UK or NZ) for a year or so. Advice? [more inside]
Can I be happy and successful without a degree? How?
I want to drop out of college because I'm unhappy with it. I don't think I really absolutely need a degree to do what I want. My goal is to work in a computer/network security or general (*nix) sysadmin position. Help me form a plan to a happy and successful life without a degree. [more inside]
Spin the Bottle or Similar Games
Do most cultures have some version of "Spin the Bottle" or other kissing games? What kinds of similar games does the coming-of-age crowd play in other cultures? Did you play these kinds of games when you were growing up (and where are you from)?
does doing math make you better at it?
Does doing math improve one's aptitude at math? [more inside]
posted by invitapriore at 7:49 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by invitapriore at 7:49 PM PST - 29 comments
Help me identify this book.
Help me identify this young adult book about time travel of a sort. [more inside]
posted by goatdog at 7:45 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by goatdog at 7:45 PM PST - 3 comments
Independent camera stores - Canon 40d, lenses - in Broward county, Florida?
Independent camera stores - Canon 40d, lenses - in Broward county, Florida?
Gmail: time to bail?
I love Gmail, but with all the security and privacy concerns, I'm thinking of bailing. Whereto next? [more inside]
posted by melissam at 4:11 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by melissam at 4:11 PM PST - 15 comments
How do I get Vista and XBOX360 to work over ethernet?
Can I connect a Windows Vista Media Server directly to an XBOX360 to serve media content? I only have a PC, an Ethernet cable and an XBOX 360. [more inside]
posted by geoff. at 3:50 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by geoff. at 3:50 PM PST - 4 comments
How to combat short-term memory loss due to interrupted sleep?
When your sleep is frequently interrupted and your memory and focus suffer, how do you get back up to speed? [more inside]
posted by EastCoastBias at 3:30 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by EastCoastBias at 3:30 PM PST - 27 comments
Shure SE310 vs. Etymotic ER6 with a catch.
I've been given a pair of Shure SE310 earphones for Christmas. This is fantastic. However, Etymotic makes the ER6s which can be fitted into custom earplug molds. I happen to already have the custom earplug molds for my musician's earplugs. Should I keep the Shures or exchange them for ER6s? [more inside]
which unix shell is best?
I have been using tcsh for a number of years now ( at least 12), and it seems that most OSes and most users have moved on to something better. Is there a reason for me to change, and if so, what is the best shell out there? ( main os is OSX 10.5, but use all sorts of linux/unix OSs ). [more inside]
How can I prepare myself for being a daddy?
I don't feel ready to have kids, ever. How can I shorten that to around 2-3 years? [more inside]
Handheld Hell
Is it possible to connect the new psp slim to a wireless network using a belkin 802.11g router?
Oh, infatuation..
What sweet, silly gift can I give to a sweet, silly boy? This question isn’t as cliché as one might think. [more inside]
posted by fiasco at 11:06 AM PST - 46 comments
posted by fiasco at 11:06 AM PST - 46 comments
Magic money?
I loan an amount on Kiva. Lets say it's $25, which at the time of lending is £12 GBP. When I get the money back 6 months later, I get £13 GBP back. [more inside]
posted by Solomon at 9:34 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Solomon at 9:34 AM PST - 17 comments
Application windows disappear when switching or opening applications
OSX troubles - whenever I open or switch applications, all other open application windows disappear. How do I fix this? [more inside]
posted by djgh at 9:04 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by djgh at 9:04 AM PST - 9 comments
Puzzled over private school application
My 8th grader wants to attend a very progressive local private high school next year. Are there some general guidelines for how long, or how deep, these non-college application essays should be? [more inside]
posted by ick at 9:01 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by ick at 9:01 AM PST - 10 comments
Is Itunes deleting my music? And why won't it load?
Is Itunes deleting selected MP3s for no reason? [more inside]
Can I integrate an online gallery and online store?
What's the best way to integrate an online photo gallery with an online shop? [more inside]
posted by Biblio at 7:04 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Biblio at 7:04 AM PST - 6 comments
What Nintendo DS Lite cases are good?
I really want a case for my DS Lite that can hold a few games and doesn't suck in some silly way. It doesn't need to hold the power adapter, as my main concern is portability. Being able to play the DS while inside the case is also not something I'm interested in at all. It doesn't even have to be a "real" case built for the DS—it could just be something that works well for the job.
Do any MeFites have a case for your DS Lite that you're particularly fond of? [more inside]
Birthday Gift for Someone Turning 50
What's a good gift for my wife? She's turning 50 next month and I better come up with something good. Ideas?
Oddly enough, I didn't come to Italy for the churches.
I just landed in Italy. Help me find the Florence and Rome that no one writes about. [more inside]
posted by twins named Lugubrious and Salubrious at 3:23 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by twins named Lugubrious and Salubrious at 3:23 AM PST - 12 comments
December 24
Hold the prayer and pass the potatoes
How do I respectfully yet firmly request that a member of my extended family not say a prayer before a meal in my home? [more inside]
posted by photoslob at 9:56 PM PST - 89 comments
posted by photoslob at 9:56 PM PST - 89 comments
food and cooking podcasts
please recommend food and cooking podcasts or internet radio [more inside]
How can I turn my Sony Clie into a simple word processor/ebook reader?
How can I turn my Sony Clie into a simple word processor/ebook reader? [more inside]
One little mouse...
Something inside (the walls) just died right near our heating pipe, and we can't get it out... [more inside]
Need recommendation for a discount optometrist in Bay area
Posting this for a friend.
He has short sight and currently does not have insurance.
He has just passed out of highschool. He needs to get eye glasses. He got a part-time job just now and so very
frugal on money related matters.
Any discount program where he can get eyes checked
by an optometrist with reasonable/low fees.
He is in bay area.
Also any idea how much does an optometrist charge
for the above.
Thanks.
Missing book from childhood
Looking for children's book with a teddy bear and a full moon. [more inside]
I want to get an external DVD burner for my new Windows laptop. Suggestions?
I want to get an external DVD burner for my new Windows laptop. Suggestions? [more inside]
Which Orange Box to Buy for a PS3/Mac User
Which Way to Go on Valve's Orange Box: the PS3, or Apple Boot Camp. A Two-Part Question. [more inside]
posted by Doctor Suarez at 6:54 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Doctor Suarez at 6:54 PM PST - 14 comments
Help me identify a clothing brand with a side profile of a shaggy dog.
Help me identify a clothing brand with a side profile of a shaggy dog. [more inside]
posted by phyrewerx at 6:28 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by phyrewerx at 6:28 PM PST - 13 comments
looking for a chess notation buffer translator thing
I'm looking for a chess program into which I can simply type algebraic notation, and then be able to watch the game one move at a time on the board. For macs. [more inside]
Deposit required before work is begun...
One of my clients insists that NO businesses expect to be paid up front, even in part, before beginning work... [more inside]
Feel like I am using her, but anyway:
I, an immigrant on F-1 (expired, though I am still on status), am going to get married to an American next month. We decided that I should apply for work authorization and permanent residency. Some questions … [more inside]
Modify twin bedframe into full/double?
How can I cheaply turn a twin bed frame, box spring and mattress into a full/double frame? (The current frame and mattress can't be disassembled or moved to a different room, so I need to expand/modify the twin frame + box spring so it supports a double mattress, then just store the twin mattress underneath it on the floor and bring in a double mattress for the top.)
Pay Option ARMS in SF Bay Area?
How can I found out how many homes in the San Francisco Bay Area (East Bay in particular) were financed with Pay Option ARM mortgages? [more inside]
Composite decking recommendations
I'll be replacing a cedar deck soon, and would like recommendations on composite decking material. [more inside]
How could you rank the validity of a celebrity encounter
I once read a book about a couple of autograph hounds who ranked celebrities by their willingness to meet with fans and sign autographs. If this system were ported to the web and opened to the public, allowing anyone who's had contact with a celebrity to rank their experience, how could you validate that the encounter actually happened? [more inside]
Please save me from "Excel Hell"
I need suggestions for an application (or database) to help my employer keep better track of live-trivia scorekeeping results. They are currently doing it all in various separate Excel spreadsheets, and this is (almost) 2008, so I'm sure there must be a better way. [more inside]
Help creating a bot
I need help creating a web bot (for non-malicious purposes). Are there any tools out there to facilitate this? [more inside]
Week-long Bicycle Tours In or Near New York State?
I need to submit my 2008 vacation requests soon and I need some help finding a week-long bicycle tour to go on this summer that is within a reasonable driving distance from western NY State (Rochester). [more inside]
Hat, hat, where you at?
Need to find very specific type of hat on the INTARWEBS. First seen in San Francisco's Chinatown. Picture follows... [more inside]
posted by rhoticity at 2:31 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by rhoticity at 2:31 PM PST - 4 comments
How do I cope with someone else's chronic disease (espeically when they aren't taking steps to manage it)?
My mom has fibromyalgia. She cries a lot - she's obviously in great pain.
However, if it doesn't involve taking a pill, she's not interested in any methods of alleviating the problem. She will not make lifestyle changes in food, exercise, etc. Even if it IS taking a pill, she's mostly not interested in methods of alleviating the problem unless they work instantaneously and with great efficacy. Which, with fibro, is pretty rare.
I don't need to find out how to help her, because I've done the research, found her multiple specialists, and none of it has helped. I need to help me. [more inside]
Avoid frozen death
I grew up in the California Central Valley - so I know nothing about ice. Now I'm in the Midwest. My question is: How do I know when it's safe to walk on a frozen river or lake? [more inside]
Vegas shows advice please
Recommendations of shows in Las Vegas, for two people in mid-20s. Looking for a few to see and for advice on how to get tickets for cheap if possible. Thanks! [more inside]
My rib roast is finishing too early. How can I let my meat loaf?
My 11 lb rib roast is about to be finished early (4:00 for a 6:30 dinner). The roast is currently out of the oven, wrapped in foil and a towel, sitting at 115 degrees. [more inside]
posted by donpardo at 1:11 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by donpardo at 1:11 PM PST - 10 comments
J1 Visa stuck at customs, plane tomorrow, now what?
US J1 Visa (DS-2019 form) held up by DHL, plane ticket already booked for tomorrow. Now what? [more inside]
Pistol Grip Shotguns Bad For Wrists?
Can someone share their experience with firing a pistol grip shotgun? I've been seeing a lot of these recently and I can't believe that your wrist would ever be the same after pulling the trigger.
Now I'm kinda curious, but I thought I'd ask before I tried it...
posted by tkolar at 12:29 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by tkolar at 12:29 PM PST - 12 comments
XBox360 or PS3?
Please to give me the pros and cons for XBox360 and PS3. [more inside]
Help me hang particle board?
I have a piece of local, home-grown artwork done on a length of scrap shelving -- particle board with a laminate. I'm unsure how to hang it without damaging it. [more inside]
How to set up an easy to use portfolio for an artist?
I'm looking for an easy way for an older, non-technical artist to post a portfolio of some of her work online. A free solution would be fabulous but it doesn't have to be free as she would likely want to register a domain name to forward anyway. [more inside]
I'm looking for an MP3 player that you can treat like a USB drive. With recording capabilites.
I'm looking for an MP3 player that you can treat like a USB drive. In other words, I want to load MP3s onto it by just plugging the device into my machine and the copying files over. I do not want to use a specialized program like Itunes, and I want to use a standard USB or Firewire cable to plug the device into my computer. [more inside]
posted by Afroblanco at 11:15 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by Afroblanco at 11:15 AM PST - 32 comments
Live music on Kauai
Does anyone know what live music will appear on the Hawaiian island of Kauai between December 30 and January 8, 2008? I'd like to check something out. Superduper thumbs up for any Okinawan music.
How are paparazzi not considered harassment?
How are paparazzi not considered harassment? [more inside]
posted by miasma at 8:20 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by miasma at 8:20 AM PST - 26 comments
return to tipasa
Can someone provide me with the original French language version of Albert Camus's essay "Return to Tipasa"? Preferably an online version, because time is off the essence and I won't be able to wait to order a paper copy from somewhere.
Cat in a manger? Stable?
Help me find this Christmas book from my mother's youth-- the Christmas story from a cat's perspective. [more inside]
posted by summit at 7:53 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by summit at 7:53 AM PST - 2 comments
Need silicone stretchy food covers
Help me find these reusable silicone food covers. [more inside]
posted by Joleta at 7:34 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Joleta at 7:34 AM PST - 10 comments
Should I go to emerg? Should I report this doctor?
A doctor at an after hours clinic told me I have "a massive chest and throat infection" and prescribed Apo-Clarithromycin (250mg) which I've since taken 5 doses of at the prescribed time. I'm feeling better in some ways but MUCH worse in others. Should I go to the emergency room? Also, should I report this doctor? Pathetic details inside... [more inside]
What to do when a parent squanders inheritance designated for both of you?
Inheritance question: what can you do when a parent backs away from a signed agreement to distribute funds? [more inside]
Fixing Persistent WordPress "Your session has expired" error?
I've been a Wordpress user for years and have never encountered this particular problem. When I try to login using the proper password, I get the error message "Your session has expired." [more inside]
AOL IM clients no longer working, but only at home. Could it be my router?
AOL IM clients no longer working, but only at home. Could it be my router? [more inside]
posted by kdern at 4:53 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by kdern at 4:53 AM PST - 5 comments
How do I clean turbot?
How do I get the first piece of cake out of the baking dish without wrecking the first piece itself?
Whenever I make a cake or pie in a baking dish, I always find that once it's done, I always wreck the first piece while trying to get the first piece out of the dish and onto a plate. After the first piece, getting subsequent pieces out is easy but that first piece is impossile. But there must be a way! Share your tips on how to get the first piece of pie/cake out of the baking dish and onto a plate without destroying it!
Buying an engine online
I am in need of a replacement engine for my 1995 Mazda MX5 (Mata). I have found one online, but I'm possibly being overly cautious.... [more inside]
How do I solve my airline woes?
Help me figure out an air travel fiasco. [more inside]
I need a new motherboard and processor.
I need a new motherboard and processor compatible with my old hardware. [more inside]
posted by mithiirym at 12:28 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by mithiirym at 12:28 AM PST - 6 comments
December 23
Velvet & hot irons...
So my loving seamstress mother is making some fancy something out of velvet. She's ironing part of it out, having just finished off the final hemming stages annnnnnnd... she slips, some of the velvet isn't protected by a velvetboard anymore and touches the iron directly for a couple of seconds.... [more inside]
IMHO, IANAL AOKAY.
LegalFilter: My foolish friend received a misdemeanor in CA for trespassing and apparently needs to be booked and appear in court. She's set to fly to NY for school in three weeks - is she allowed to leave the state? [more inside]
Getting the most out of my gym membership?
How do I get the most out of my new gym membership? [more inside]
posted by acridrabbit at 10:16 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by acridrabbit at 10:16 PM PST - 10 comments
eating disorder v 2.0
How can I be there for a friend with a reoccurring eating disorder? [more inside]
posted by janelikes at 10:06 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by janelikes at 10:06 PM PST - 11 comments
Help the Old People Blog
I gifted my family a Wordpress blog (it's all up and designed and everything). I want a virtual center for our family that now spans the globe and can't get together often. However, how can I get the older coots to not only understand WHAT a blog is but how to use it. They use the interwebs. But only to look up the goofy stuff old people like - like when Murder She Wrote is on. Or to hate on George Bush. But not so much to interact. More inside. [more inside]
posted by tkchrist at 9:17 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by tkchrist at 9:17 PM PST - 14 comments
Should I clean kerosene spilled on a hard outdoor surface?
Should I clean kerosene spilled on a hard outdoor surface? [more inside]
32 days without a smoke. Now what?
I haven't smoked in over a month. How can I inspire myself to extend that indefinitely? [more inside]
posted by scarylarry at 8:48 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by scarylarry at 8:48 PM PST - 34 comments
Surprise! I'm not prepared, HELP!
Where can I find a nice white shirt and skirt in this xmas time mess? [more inside]
Eenie Meenie Midi Mo
Help me find a good Midi Driver download for Windows XP. [more inside]
Help a miserable 20something deal with her paranoid, overprotective father!
Help a miserable 20something deal with her paranoid, overprotective father!
Long story short: I need help dealing with an overprotective parent. His behavior and beliefs have been debilitating both developmentally and socially, and I can't stand to watch another stagnant year go by. I need to start living my life.
I'm a 20 year old girl and a bit of an old soul. I've already graduated from college with honors and I'm almost done with my master's. I have a full time job. I'm attractive, I take care of myself, I have everything I want in the material sense, but I'm miserable. I don't have friends. I've never dated. I don't go out. I have no sense of enjoyment in my life. I don't know how to interact with people or cope with my anxiety. [more inside]
Cash Rules Everything Around Me
Should I take a job at a company I'd really like to work for if it involves a pay cut? [more inside]
Need help getting a gift!
What store can I find Philadelphia Eagles merchandise (t-shirts, sweatshirts) tomorrow in the DC area? [more inside]
Can I stream music to my WM6 smartphone?
Are there any services that will stream my music collection to my WM6 smartphone? [more inside]
posted by PandemicSoul at 7:50 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by PandemicSoul at 7:50 PM PST - 1 comment
How to treat Frenulum breve
Penis problem: Frenulum breve to be exact. Or in simpler terms, problem retracting the foreskin due to the band of tissue under the glans of the penis is too short. [more inside]
How should I complain about this?
Help me write a good complaint letter so I can get my $99 back. [more inside]
posted by GrooveStix at 7:11 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by GrooveStix at 7:11 PM PST - 8 comments
Help find our relative's cats their toys!
Does the term "dulce de leche" always connote the presence of milk?
Does the term "dulce de leche" always connote the presence of milk? Or is there such a thing as a dulce de leche flavored product that doesn't contain milk or other dairy? Additionally, in Spanish, would the term "dulce de caramel-o" connote a flavor similar to dulce de leche, but without milk? [more inside]
Is this a good Christmas gift?
Is this a good Christmas gift idea or a disaster in the making? [more inside]
How is desktop formed?
How is desktop formed? How do icons get on scraen? [more inside]
Mom needs a new phone
My mom needs a new phone and it's Christmas time. [more inside]
posted by aburd at 3:43 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by aburd at 3:43 PM PST - 5 comments
poopy google calendar
stupid google calendar question: why won't event times display when importing a csv file? [more inside]
family vacations in tulum mexico?
Family and extended family vacation in Tulum area of Mexico? [more inside]
Looking for a Good Video Montage Freeware App
I'd like to put together a nice photo montage (put together from digital stills) with dubbing and/or background music. I'm looking for a freeware program that'll deliver a professional look and will allow me to save in the more popular formats, to eventually upload to YouTube and others. I'd rather it be a downloadable program and not work online. Can you help me find a good app?
posted by watercarrier at 2:02 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by watercarrier at 2:02 PM PST - 6 comments
Pimp My Wii!
How can I get the most out of my Wii (without mods or hacks)? [more inside]
posted by explosion at 1:51 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by explosion at 1:51 PM PST - 6 comments
Never the twain shall meet
Where to meet a friend in Madrid? We need something very precise, since our cell phones will not be working! [more inside]
posted by ohio at 1:41 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by ohio at 1:41 PM PST - 7 comments
OH the pain!
My roommate is dying from a toothache. However, with it being Sunday, no one is open. Is his only option the emergency room or waiting in pain?
tubing near Truckee
Quick: what's the best place to go sledding/tubing near Truckee, CA? [more inside]
Palm Foleo we miss you...
The Palm Foleo....everyone seems to have gone ga-ga over the Asus EEE, but did the aforementioned piece of kit reach production stage before it got pulled, and does anyone know where i might be able to acquire one?
posted by spyke23 at 12:57 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by spyke23 at 12:57 PM PST - 8 comments
Should I worry about my car's detached door seal?
The rubber door seal has come off the door of my car -- how big a problem do I have? [more inside]
Bird course, please.
I'm looking at a frozen pheasant. Assuming I want it for Christmas dinner, what do I do? [more inside]
In search of cheap international flight departing within 48 hours.
I would like to depart on an international trip over the next 48 hours. I'll go anywhere as long as it is cheap.
I depart from NYC.
Any ideas on how to find cheap last minute tickets? I've already tried Kayak and Orbitz and I was unable to find anything.
Thanks
Flu with no fever???
You're not my doctor, but please help diagnose me! I have what seems like it might be influenza, without a fever-aching joints, extreme fatigue, chills, no running nose or other cold symptoms. It's Sunday, doc is closed, and I really would like to figure this out before Monday. [more inside]
Sense of touch too sensitive?
Why does rubbing my hands on clothing cause tooth discomfort? [more inside]
posted by MrBCID at 11:49 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by MrBCID at 11:49 AM PST - 3 comments
Help me sell my gold
I found a 1910 Indian head ten dollar gold coin in my childhood piggy bank. It looks like this. I have seen it listed online for different values between $400 and $1700. I am broke and (regretfully) feel like I need to convert it into cash. How do I do this quickly, fairly, and for maximum profit?
posted by mr. remy at 10:54 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by mr. remy at 10:54 AM PST - 5 comments
404 Not Found
Why are the 404 pages on my server broken?! I get a 500 Internal Server Error instead. Link to my .htaccess inside. [more inside]
posted by lou at 10:40 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by lou at 10:40 AM PST - 4 comments
How can I sing like Tiny Tim?
Is there any way I can sing in a higher voice for karaoke? [more inside]
posted by greasepig at 10:15 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by greasepig at 10:15 AM PST - 7 comments
Is this crush turning me into an asshole?
I am infatuated with someone, and confused as to how to proceed. [more inside]
Networked Xbox: threat or menace?
I have a new little alien on my home net, namely my daughter's xbox 360. I don't know what this will do to network security hereabouts. [more inside]
posted by jfuller at 8:16 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by jfuller at 8:16 AM PST - 10 comments
What do you want to know about business in Brazil?
I am in the process creating a new blog/site aimed at US and European business owners looking to do business in Brazil. I have my past experiences, trials and tribulations to comment on; but, as it is my intention to offer posts geared towards the small business owner wanting to expand or explore the brazilian market; what types of topic would be of interest to you, the current and future business owners?
Note: The blog is not a commercial endevour and is being created with the intention of saving time, money, hairpulling, and headaches for its readers.
Registrar w/ bulletproof mail redirect?
Registrar w/ bulletproof mail redirect? [more inside]
Looking for hippie stores in WV.
I need help finishing my Christmas list. Looking for stores in Charleston, WV. [more inside]
Differing laptop power leads
I have a laptop with a completely discharged battery, but no power lead. I do have a power lead from my other laptop, but the outputs differ slightly... [more inside]
Looking for a certain book about a mole
Childrens' book filter: I'm looking for a story about a mole, in which he tries to escape from a digging machine. [more inside]
posted by snarfois at 3:10 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by snarfois at 3:10 AM PST - 3 comments
Why do people treat me better when I use a British accent?
Why do people treat me better when I use a British accent? [more inside]
help with nds escape please
im trying to get through the last level (20) in escape (clubhouse games) on the ds lite. im starting to think its geometricaly impossible, has anyone actualy gotten the block out?
December 22
Looking for funky hooks and shelves to spruce up a hallway.
I'd like to decorate the hallway in my apartment with funky hooks and shelves like these
and these. Like the entire wall. All different. I'm looking for as many funky shelves and hooks as possible. [more inside]
How come my office chair stopped reclining?
I have one of those pretty standard, leather, 'executive' chairs that you buy at Staples. it has the L-shaped yoke on the right hand side, and the phallic tube extending from the base. Recently it stopped reclining, like, all of a sudden. I remember playing with the Phallus until it reclined again, but that's not working. What do I do?
posted by tremspeed at 10:45 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by tremspeed at 10:45 PM PST - 12 comments
Is it true that it is good for a car to fill it up with higher grade gas once in a while?
Is it true that it is good for a car to fill it up with higher grade gas once in a while?
I usually fill up at Shell, and there is 87, 89 and 91 kinds of gas, with 87 being the cheapeast and 91 being the most expensive. I usually get 87. However, I heard that if you own a car and want it to last longer, it is beneficial to fill it up with the most expensive gas, to "clean the engine". Is that true? If so, what is the explanation behind it? I drive a 2002 Kia Rio, if that makes any difference.
ID an old device
What is this device (180KB jpg)? My dad has had it for years but doesn't know what it's purpose is. It has a jaw that opens (103KB) and a scale (67KB) that reads up to 72, labeled every six divisions, and closes with an odd spring. I don't think that's in degrees since the jaw does not open that wide. It's obviously for measuring something but what that something is we can't figure out. My brother's idea was something involving maps. It is made of steel except for the brass scale.
posted by 6550 at 9:03 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by 6550 at 9:03 PM PST - 13 comments
German/Japanese axis
Why were the Germans allied with the Japanese in WWII?
Why were the Americans at war with the Japanese?
Stuck in Winter, Canada for Christmas. Help?
Stuck in Winterland, Canada for Christmas. Help? [more inside]
posted by rokusan at 8:51 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by rokusan at 8:51 PM PST - 10 comments
photograph large white flat things and make them look beauteous.
What's the best way to photograph big mostly all white drawings with tiny black details? [more inside]
posted by beckish at 8:49 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by beckish at 8:49 PM PST - 11 comments
Would a mylar mirror work for a home gym?
Would a Mylar Mirror work well for a home gym situation? [more inside]
Why are guitars made out of solid wood?
Why are solid-body electric guitars almost always made out of solid wood? [more inside]
posted by Tube at 7:56 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Tube at 7:56 PM PST - 20 comments
What is a reasonable amount of debt load for someone with a chronic illness?
What is a reasonable amount of debt load for someone with a chronic illness? I come from a family that doesn't accrue debt, which I realize is a luxury many people don't have, so I haven't had a model for managing debt. Specifics about my particular situation follow. [more inside]
Cheapest prices, in the 5 boroughs of NYC, for Amy's frozen foods?
Cheapest prices, in the 5 boroughs of NYC, for Amy's frozen foods? Specifically, do you know any store where the Pockets are regularly less than $2.19, or the Tofu Lasagna is regularly less than $3.99? Those are best individual prices I've found (my freezer's too small for me to buy a case).
XP or Ubuntu?
Help me decide whether to downgrade to XP Pro or move to Ubuntu from Vista. [more inside]
Everybody's ahead of me!
I'm finally going to college four years after I was supposed to get out of high school. Please tell me you've done it too, and everything worked out! [more inside]
Advice for a goody two-shoes about to be disciplined
I just found out that I'm being written up by my HR manager. What's the best way to handle it so it's goes smoothly? [more inside]
How did Kubrick do it?
How did Kubrick do it? There's a scene in "2001 A Space Odyssey" that has always fascinated and puzzled me. It's the scene on a spaceship in which a character is walking down a circular corridor, moving away from the camera. At the end of the corridor is a rotating ring. When the character reaches the ring she starts walking around it, up the wall. Obviously the camera is linked to that far rotating ring, but the transition between the near corridor and the far ring is absolutely seamless. [more inside]
Gift giving etiquette
[EtiquetteFilter] My sister and her new husband are giving me one gift for Christmas. Am I obligated to give each of them a gift, or is it acceptable for me to give one gift to the couple?
posted by HotPatatta at 3:57 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by HotPatatta at 3:57 PM PST - 27 comments
How do I install Apache FOP on a Mac?
Are we going to have a punk rock Christmas this year?
Can anyone recommend some good contemporary Christmas compilations? [more inside]
posted by psmealey at 2:50 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by psmealey at 2:50 PM PST - 18 comments
Who did this combo Walken/Goldblum impression?
Back in the days when MTV had Donal Logue and Denis Leary doing promos, I seem to recall a brief bit where two comedians did an impression of Christopher Walken and Jeff Goldblum having a conversation. It was essentially a bunch of "umm" and "ahh" with the appropriate bizarro stylings. The Walken guy might have been Jay Mohr, he does a pretty good impression and it's about the right timeframe. Unsure who might have done the Goldblum. Any ideas? Any video?
Looking for name of a dirge I played in high school.
I played a piece in orchestra in high school that I think was named Aces Däd, but I can't seem to find that anywhere. [more inside]
Cat with a nose bleed?
Yet another kitty question: When we got up this morning our 21 year old cat had left blood splatters all over the floor, around her food and in her water bowl (a little gross info. inside) [more inside]
Is there anything we can do to help prevent or minimize flooding in a finished basement?
Is there anything we can do to help prevent or minimize flooding in a finished basement? [more inside]
posted by designmartini at 12:07 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by designmartini at 12:07 PM PST - 8 comments
ACECAD DigiMemo
I'm looking for an A4 sized combination digital notepad and graphics tablet, ala the Aiptek MyNote or Adesso CyberPad (apparently the same product). But neither works under Mac OS X as a graphics tablet. Maybe an ACECAD DigiMemo? [more inside]
posted by jeffburdges at 12:07 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by jeffburdges at 12:07 PM PST - 6 comments
Little Rock Massage
Recs for a massage therapist or spa in Little Rock, AR? [more inside]
I have too much time
I have an abundance of time this holiday week, and I finally got around to watching that Japanese t-shirt folding tutorial video and learning how to do it. I wonder, what other quick, easy, and cool time-saving tricks can I learn this week?
bafflingly obscure LP
rare/weird vinyl filter: I have an LP that, as far as I can tell, has stumped Google itself. Help! [more inside]
Online gifts for girls... cool or drool?
Is an online gift card (say, to a bookstore) okay as a Christmas gift for early teen girls? Or will the intangible nature of the gift make it seem like I'm not giving them anything at all? [more inside]
posted by JaySunSee at 11:00 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by JaySunSee at 11:00 AM PST - 21 comments
Advice for getting to Nicaragua from San Jose, Costa Rica.
In mid-January, I will be going to Nicaragua and Costa Rica for about 10 days. We will be flying into San Jose, Costa Rica - and do a day there, with the rest of the time spent in Nicaragua. I need advice on inter-country buses. [more inside]
How to find a good massage therapist in Portland, Oregon?
How to find a good massage therapist in Portland, Oregon? (and what kind of massage would be appropriate?) [more inside]
Is Jack Vance hoaxing me? Does "The Lonton Times Historical Atlas" exist?
Is there such a book as "The London Times Historical Atlas"? Google and Amazon are clueless. [more inside]
posted by grumblebee at 9:51 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by grumblebee at 9:51 AM PST - 6 comments
PhotoshopFilter: How to make a colourised B&W photo look stunning [or at least gift-worthy]?
PhotoshopFilter: How to make a colourised B&W photo look stunning [or at least gift-worthy]? [more inside]
Semantic markup and the world wide web: non-noob needs an explanation.
Semantic markup and the world wide web: non-noob needs an explanation. What is all this semantic markup talk about, and where can I learn more? [more inside]
posted by josh.ev9 at 8:29 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by josh.ev9 at 8:29 AM PST - 9 comments
Where To Take A Month Holiday For Two?
My girlfriend finishes school in July and starts work in September. We'd like to spend a month abroad during August. What are good locations where we can live comfortably and be able to have a lot of experiences - touristy and not? While we don't have a budget set yet, I'd think we'd be looking at between US$3000 and US$5000. [more inside]
Big Screen Blues
How can I play things like movies from my laptop to my TV? [more inside]
New Year's in Portland
New Year's Eve tips for Portland newbies? [more inside]
Create easy sortable table for blog?
What's the best way to create a website table that a) can be dynamically (via Javascript) and statically sorted by readers and that b) can be created and added to easily c) for a Blogspot blog. E.g. a list of products I like, with ratings and category (sort by any of these things)? Thanks.
You ruined me!
I truly love my wife, but I am really angry at her for screwing me up financially. If you have been in a similar situation, what have you done to forgive and forget? [more inside]
Go towards the light Carol Anne!
Is Al right? Am I really saving the environment by switching to CF bulbs? [more inside]
Baritone Voices
Help me find more singers with deep/baritone voices. [more inside]
Like a watercolor postcard, but neither watercolor nor postcard
In tourist shops there are sometimes prints of watercolor or color pencil drawings of the city. The prints usually come in a bunch of sizes from postcard to 8x10. They cost a few dollars each.
I'd like to purchase a bunch of these, but I can't find any online. They're out there, but my Google-Fu isn't finding them. I keep getting stymied at art supply shops and gallery pages.
Can anyone find an online vendor for these? Thanks!
Hot rabbit recipe
A chilli rabbit recipe from a 'Hemphills Herbs and Spices' book. [more inside]
December 21
Cheap Prepaid SIM in Canada?
Prepaid SIM card in Canada? [more inside]
Please help my sister laugh for Christmas.
Need funny, easy-to-finish books, that aren't moronic. STAT. [more inside]
posted by brain cloud at 10:01 PM PST - 77 comments
posted by brain cloud at 10:01 PM PST - 77 comments
How can I insert text into an existing PDF using Ghostscript?
How can I insert text into an existing PDF using Ghostscript? [more inside]
Recommended service for DVD/GameCube disk repair?
Can anyone recommend a good mail-in service that will repair/resurface DVDs or Game Cube disks? [more inside]
posted by cgk at 9:19 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by cgk at 9:19 PM PST - 7 comments
Specs....
Where can I get great glasses frames in LA? [more inside]
posted by dentata at 8:46 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by dentata at 8:46 PM PST - 11 comments
Help an IT consultant find his niche!
I'm an IT consultant with a broad set of skills and experiences, and I need help finding my niche! [more inside]
Seasonale out of order?
Are all of my "active" Seasonale tablets identical? Can I take them out of order? [more inside]
B&W Photo Enhancement.
I need to enhance facial detail in a 70 year old B&W 120 negative. The negative is both underexposed and out of focus. I am using PS Elements 3.0. I also have Photoshop 7. I will be using a Canoscan 8400F scanner. I can go to a local pro and have the negative scanned on his Epson V750 for $$$$$ if needed. What are good texts that can explain the mechanics of image enhancement? Any advantage in upgrading Elements? My computer does not have an internet connection and I do not need any of the net connected features that seem to be the reasons for upgrading Elements. I can also live with the 3.0 poor cataloging.
1963 was a good year for pennies
Why do 1960s pennies look different? [more inside]
can my mac handle leopard?
Yet-another-Mac-Leopard-upgrade question: Should I do it on my older machine? [more inside]
Actress in Walk Hard?
Who is the woman in this red band Walk Hard clip? She's wearing blue and says "Come on Dewey, join the party" about 17 seconds in. IMDB didn't turn up anything.
posted by null terminated at 6:44 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by null terminated at 6:44 PM PST - 3 comments
Young Pooterstein
I have some novice questions about a re-install with dual booting in Windows XP. More inside.... [more inside]
An optimistic take on the world
My parents have been reading a lot of pretty pessimistic, doomsday books about the US, world, etc. I'd like to get them a book that has a more optimistic outlook, without being naive. Any suggestions, oh hive mind? I'm not too picky about topics, but I'd prefer broader rather than narrower.
Pre-WWII non-Japanese poetry that mentions Japan
I'm looking for pre-WWII non-Japanese poetry that mentions Japan. [more inside]
posted by No-sword at 5:43 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by No-sword at 5:43 PM PST - 5 comments
Where to find free therapy in Chicago
Is there any place in Chicago to go for free, extremely cheap, or sliding-scale-rate therapy/counseling? [more inside]
How can I make sure whatever phone I buy in Japan will work with my Roger's SIM card?
I am in Japan and want to buy a new cellphone to take back to Canada. I have an existing plan with Rogers in Canada, and I want to take the SIM card from my crappy Motorola and put it into a new phone brought back from Japan. How can I make sure whatever phone I buy will work with my Roger's SIM card? [more inside]
posted by KokuRyu at 5:36 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by KokuRyu at 5:36 PM PST - 7 comments
Differences between "allergies" and "colds"
1) Why are some sicknesses "allergies" while others are things such as "colds"? Also, 2) how does the body know which is which? [more inside]
posted by sideshow at 4:42 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by sideshow at 4:42 PM PST - 11 comments
Turtles all the way down!
Somewhere, a while ago, somewhere on the internet (here? BoingBoing? somewhere else?) was posted a PDF (I think) of a cookbook (?) from the 19th century (?) that had various recipes used by kitchens in wealthy households. Somewhere in that cookbook was a detailed description of how to store turtles (for soup) long-term (cool, mostly dry) in stacked boxes. Please hope me find it!
Saxophone 101/411
My Sis gave me her sax a while back and I have a few hours to fool with it. That leads me to 3 questions. [more inside]
posted by snsranch at 4:24 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by snsranch at 4:24 PM PST - 14 comments
Upgrade to XP Pro or buy more ram?
I bought a refurbed Emachine for my kids. I've put 1.5 gb ram into it, but it came with Vista and feels sluggish. Should I upgrade to XP Pro? [more inside]
posted by mecran01 at 3:59 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by mecran01 at 3:59 PM PST - 25 comments
Instrument used for the Unforgiven opening
What is the stringed instrument that plays the wistful tune at the beginning of the movie Unforgiven with Clint Eastwood? Mandolin? Banjo? Ukelele? I want to buy one.
posted by zaebiz at 3:30 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by zaebiz at 3:30 PM PST - 6 comments
Creative ways to give coins as a gift
What are some creative ways to give rolled coins as a gift? [more inside]
Where do I go to buy a cadet cap?
What kind of stores (local--where I can buy in-person tomorrow) would carry a woven cadet cap? [more inside]
Gone Chopin. Be Bach in a minuet.
Hello, hive! Advice sought for acquiring, moving, and maintaining a used piano, and in getting my 12-year-old son set up with lessons. [more inside]
posted by not_on_display at 3:18 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by not_on_display at 3:18 PM PST - 18 comments
Haj activities - open all year, 24/7?
Why can't I "Add/Remove Programs?"
"Add/Remove Programs" in Control Panel won't let me remove some programs. Help! [more inside]
Where to find a Wii?
Whats the best way to find a Wii in the Washington, DC area? Is there any chance at all of finding one?
Xbox resources for N3wbs?
Where is the best resource that will clearly explain the differences between all the different XBox 360's? What comes with all the bundles and packages and what doesn't. Elite, Pro, Arcade, Holiday bundle. what does it all mean?
posted by Megafly at 2:53 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Megafly at 2:53 PM PST - 7 comments
Wal-Mart employee data
In search of Wal-Mart employee data. [more inside]
Joystick seeks power supply to allow use of peripheral
RandomPowerAdapterFilter: I need a suitable power supply for a Thrustmaster Top Gun Afterburner Force Feedback Joystick. [more inside]
posted by trokair at 2:48 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by trokair at 2:48 PM PST - 2 comments
Buying a house with almost no downpayment
My wife and I want to buy a house in the Boston area, but have almost no down payment...maybe $10K. We both have good credit (725 and above) and make about $110K, together. What are my options to buy a house? [more inside]
How do I turned the Enhanced 911 feature off my cell phone?
I would like to disable the Enhanced 911 feature of my cell phone that broadcasts my position continually via GPS tracking. As my phone doesn't allow me to turn this feature off through the settings, how can I modify the circuit to bypass the GPS
transmitter?
How do I not kill my son? :)
MeFi Parenting filter: What are appropriate consequences for an 8-year-old who has a history of carelessness with belongings, and has lost his $250 glasses? [more inside]
He needs a grill to match his truck and his NASCAR cap.
Best place to get a stainless-steel propane grill TOMORROW in northwest Chicago suburbs? I'm talking about the big honkin' type you put on your patio. [more inside]
posted by desjardins at 2:04 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by desjardins at 2:04 PM PST - 6 comments
complex dice probability make head esplode
I need a tool to help me analyze the probability of certain events occurring regarding a pool of X dice for a game I am creating. See my examples below. [more inside]
Retaining my URL
I subscribe to an internet hosting service for my website. When I signed up I was provided with a URL that contains the name of my organization. Now I want to move to a less expensive hosting service. Can I retain my current URL?
Tire chains for an '06 Toyota Sienna?
Tire chains for an '06 Toyota Sienna? Unsafe? If not, which ones? [more inside]
posted by diastematic at 1:44 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by diastematic at 1:44 PM PST - 4 comments
I screwed up; how to minimize the family drama at Christmas?
I missed my two brothers-in-laws' birthdays, and one of my sisters is mad at me. I'll see everyone at Christmas. Help me make things right and prevent family drama. [more inside]
Not so slick, slick.
Drawing with a tablet, drawing on an ice-cube... [more inside]
Delete/disable a User account but still forward their email?
Server2003/Exchange - can I disable an account but still have its mail delivered/forwarded? [more inside]
Lord of the Rings joke goes here
What is the best way to get a diamond ring across the country? [more inside]
lead lead everywhere
California has a new law that specifies limits for lead in jewelry products. Even though the answer to my question should be a no-brainer, I need to confirm: [more inside]
posted by edjusted at 11:30 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by edjusted at 11:30 AM PST - 11 comments
One more for joy
Where can I download a live recording of Electrelane's final show? I've emailed the band and gotten no response. Many of the places I used to look online for live recordings are gone. [more inside]
posted by rbs at 10:05 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by rbs at 10:05 AM PST - 2 comments
The horror
Hair dye-filter, need to fix this mid-90's burgundy disaster I created on my head last night by 4 pm and I can't afford a pro at the moment. [more inside]
We can rebuild it... Maybe?
Can my sewing machine be fixed? [more inside]
Where are the best flannel sheets?
Help me attain flannel sheet nirvana. [more inside]
posted by otherwordlyglow at 9:36 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by otherwordlyglow at 9:36 AM PST - 26 comments
We love Mom, but don't want her going with us on vacation.
How can we avoid hurting my Mom's feelings? Or should we take her with us? [more inside]
An interesting gift for Random Young Bachelor?
Looking for gift ideas for A Single Guy, with essentially no other information. What to get my dad's wife's son for the gift exchange? [more inside]
Name that tune in 0 notes!
Another Christmas song question ... this one very vague. [more inside]
How do I break into brand and identity design?
I would really like to get into brand and identity design. What are my best options? [more inside]
Taboo with religious gift?
I know very little about Christian gifts. Is there any taboo about getting my Catholic girlfriend a cross necklace? [more inside]
posted by Nerro at 8:15 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Nerro at 8:15 AM PST - 22 comments
Book in which female editor writes to authors?
What'sThatBookFilter: A not-recent, nonfiction book by a female editor in which she, among other things, writes letters to her authors? [more inside]
posted by Drohan at 8:13 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Drohan at 8:13 AM PST - 3 comments
What kind of car would best make my daily commute safe, comfortable, and cost-effective?
What kind of car should I buy (under $15K) to make my commute safe, comfortable, and cost-effective? [more inside]
What to do for a year?
I'm graduating but want to do something unconvential before I start my business career. What? [more inside]
Career change due to eye problems
I have recently been advised by my eye doctor that I need to significantly reduce my computer usage (no more than 2 or 3 hours a day). My entire career has been spent in the computer field (operations, programming, general systems work).
Anyone have any suggestions on how to leverage my skills and abilities into a new career field?
Cleaning up imported data in excel using VBA.
Cleaning up imported data in excel using VBA. [more inside]
Disable folder redirection on XP
How do I completely disable folder redirection and offline files in Windows XP? More details inside. [more inside]
Is silver a good investment?
With the US economy apparently getting ready to go 'foom!', a friend of mine has become very excited about silver as an investment. [more inside]
Christmas lunch in OKC???
Can you help me find restaurants in Oklahoma City that are open on Christmas? [more inside]
Wanted: Musical Bear (Country Bears Need Not Apply)
I need a musical stuffed bear for my six year old daughter. She loves the one she has and says it "needs a friend." [more inside]
Prozac Problem!
Prozac filter: I've just been told by my long time psychologist that she feels Prozac may be helpful to me. (Have read previous answers on the topic...) [more inside]
Broaden my photography horizons!
I'd like to open my eyes to more photographer's work but don't know where to start... [more inside]
How to entertain a lonely Jew on Xmas?
Young, alone and Jewish on Xmas in LA. How do I entertain myself? [more inside]
posted by PostIronyIsNotaMyth at 1:45 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by PostIronyIsNotaMyth at 1:45 AM PST - 26 comments
"Please don't start a similar business to mine elsewhere. It would hurt my feelings."
Can you really hold copyright to a business model/idea/concept, and disallow others from duplicating it? If not, then how is The Sampler able to do so? [more inside]
posted by divabat at 1:01 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by divabat at 1:01 AM PST - 26 comments
looking for internet video
i AM Looking for an internet video of a guy reading a letter he found, he says something in it like "you always wanna hold hands" my friend said it was hilarious but i havent been able to find it
books about tea
I know nothing about tea and want to correct that. What books would recommend to a tea newbie? [more inside]
posted by eisenkr at 12:13 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by eisenkr at 12:13 AM PST - 12 comments
December 20
What is the name of this blind sculptor?
Best medium-difficulty Chinese novel?
I want to read a book in Chinese to keep myself from getting rusty. What is a good novel for doing so? It has to be modern Chinese (classical Chinese twists my brain into noodles), and preferably available online. [more inside]
posted by jasminerain at 10:58 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by jasminerain at 10:58 PM PST - 11 comments
What's hot in Hangul?
Korean Book Gift Filter: What Korean books (meaning books written in Hangul) should I get for my parents? [more inside]
posted by ignignokt at 10:29 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by ignignokt at 10:29 PM PST - 5 comments
How easy or difficult is the road to Hana (Maui)?
How dangerous or hair raising is the road to Hana? [more inside]
posted by Listener at 10:17 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Listener at 10:17 PM PST - 19 comments
Weird rock found in Western Desert of Egypt
An Egyptian friend of mine found this rock in the West Desert of Egpyt. Can anyone tell us what it is? It's really abnormal-looking.
(All of my theories involve Sun Ra and pharaonic collusion with Saturn.)
posted by odasaku at 10:06 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by odasaku at 10:06 PM PST - 13 comments
"We're not worthy!!!!!"
Help me write a mini-note in a holiday card to an influential person... [more inside]
posted by arishaun at 9:13 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by arishaun at 9:13 PM PST - 7 comments
Can I withdraw money for a first-time home purchase with my accounts?
You can use your Roth IRA for your first time home purchase (up to 10k). However, you must have the account open for 5 years. How is account defined? [more inside]
posted by InvestorMD at 8:43 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by InvestorMD at 8:43 PM PST - 5 comments
How big a bang am I allowed to make without actually invading anyone?
What's the largest explosion I can make, legally, without any particular kind of license, and what would I use to make it? [more inside]
Checking if my work PC is connected from home.
I have a work PC and a home PC, both running XP. It's fairly important that my work PC stays connected, as the router has a habit of sometimes locking up.
Since I'm away from the office for the next two weeks, I need to keep an eye on the computer to make sure it stays connected, or at least lets me know if it isn't so I can go in and power cycle the router. I am thinking maybe automatic emailing on the hour? [more inside]
posted by tomble at 8:34 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by tomble at 8:34 PM PST - 13 comments
Homebrew PVR with HD?
Just switched from cable to DirecTV (7 HD channels on cable just wasn't cutting it), and we have a Mac Mini we'd like to use as a DVR. Possible? Practical?
Road Rash iPod
How can I repair/replace my 80GB iPod classic (black aluminum) faceplate? [more inside]
I need a new old DSL modem!
Help me find and buy a working Fujitsu/Orckit Speedport DSL modem in Los Angeles for use with Verizon DSL. [more inside]
How do I deal with this debt?
So do we just stop paying our credit cards? [more inside]
Where to get paisley shirts?
Where can I find button-front casual shirts in paisley or paisley-like patterns, like the one worn by Peter Gibbons in Office Space? [more inside]
NFL jersey numbers
Can anyone help me find the most-sold NFL football jersey number? e.g., Have more #7's been sold than any other number, regardless of team or player?
Good resources for mastocytosis
Posting for a friend-filter: What are the best resources for information about cutaneous mastocytosis? [more inside]
Help me configure the ultimate Mac OSX backup solution.
Help me configure the ultimate Mac OSX backup solution! [more inside]
chlorine dioxide, miracle mineral suppliment?
Has anyone heard of the alternative health cure called chlorine dioxide, marketed under the name of Miracle Mineral Supplement (MMS), it is claimed to have cured 75,000 documented cases of malaria, as well as cancer, aids, lyme, etc.. [more inside]
posted by stbalbach at 6:47 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by stbalbach at 6:47 PM PST - 37 comments
Seattle eatery
Seattle eatery for me, spouse, seven-year-old girl this weekend... [more inside]
posted by docpops at 6:42 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by docpops at 6:42 PM PST - 9 comments
Toxic Touch Barbie
Are 30-year-old Barbie dolls dangerous? [more inside]
posted by RockyChrysler at 6:28 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by RockyChrysler at 6:28 PM PST - 7 comments
Bumming Around All Night in the Capital
Recommendation for an all-night place to hang out in Washington D.C. Saturday night that is safe and clean, has wireless and bathrooms, serves food, and will let me stay there all night. [more inside]
posted by davidstandaford at 6:27 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by davidstandaford at 6:27 PM PST - 6 comments
Broken D300 or just bad design?
Should the release mode wheel on a Nikon D300 (or D200) just spin or should there be click stops? [more inside]
posted by AstroGuy at 6:26 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by AstroGuy at 6:26 PM PST - 5 comments
Has anyone else had this problem with USPS's Click-N-Ship?
I got an F in Click-N-Ship. Did I fail Christmas with my botched attempt to mail my packages? [more inside]
posted by likesuchasand at 5:55 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by likesuchasand at 5:55 PM PST - 4 comments
Searching for Paradise
How can I find out which states have towns or cities named Paradise? Also, it would be helpful if the database or whatever I was directed to had demographic information about the towns/cities, like population size, average income, local industries, etc. Thanks for your help.
Is there a place to find a Drafting Table WITH a Parallel Straightedge?
Is there a place to find a Drafting Table WITH a Parallel Straightedge? Bonus points if it includes the light and the chair. Even more bonus points if it's really well priced! More bonus points than can even be imagined if it is wood finished and has a couple drawers included in the table as well as the light and chair in one package. [more inside]
Name this (Burns?) poem?
Hello. Does anybody recall the title or the rest of this scrap of probably Robert Burns poetry? goes something like: "... nor duke that ye dined with yester'een. A crab louse is still but (or yet) a crab (or louse) tho' perched on the c*** of a (or o' a) queen." I would like to know for a friend who is writing a book on Scottish nationalism. Thanks!
posted by runincircles at 5:40 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by runincircles at 5:40 PM PST - 8 comments
Need some advice about reading philosophy
Need some advice about reading philosophy [more inside]
Blow my house down.
New home sound system, and now I've got more bass than I know what to do with! Help me take advantage of this with music recommendations that will make my house shudder and boom as I harness the power-- THE POWER. [more inside]
Ad Astra Per Aspera!
Seeking recommendations for some great space exploration/simulation games. [more inside]
posted by Rhaomi at 5:27 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Rhaomi at 5:27 PM PST - 10 comments
Speech infliction transposing s-words.
My kid is transposing "s" to the end of the word, line snow->nows. I am curious is this is a common thing, has a name, or just something they go through... [more inside]
Is 3 1/2 months too long to wait for a laptop to be repaired?
Averatec is holding my laptop hostage for the last three months, what should I do? [more inside]
Help me connect my ps3
Will my 5 connection component video cable for Ps3 work in a 3 connection (I think composite) TV? [more inside]
Travelogues tracing historic routes
What are some good modern travelogues where the author is retracing a historic route? Especially ones where the original traveler wrote an account that the author weaves into the narrative.
Pageturners with insightful character development?
I'm looking for novels that are pageturners (genres preferred: science fiction/fantasy, magic realism, mystery/suspense/thriller) but also have psychologically acute character development. Any recs?
Findiing toy stores, typewriters in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles shopping filter: Is there a big toy store like FAO Schwartz in LA? Also where can I buy a working mechanical typewriter? [more inside]
M3U CUE LOG WTF?
Please explain to me what a cue, m3u, and log file are in layman's terms. (In regards to audio files.) [more inside]
Help me find interesting anthropology/sociology books.
Books about anthropology, psychology, sociology, modern rituals...I think. Can you point me in the right direction? [more inside]
Does art.com suck?
What is the deal with sites like allposters.com, art.com, etc.? [more inside]
How do I plan for surprises?
will honey keep theraflu from tasting like old hippie smell?
theraflu's natural apple cinnamon flavor tastes like licking the window of a hippie candle store. will it lose efficacy if i add a dollop of honey to my next mug of the stuff?
posted by lia at 3:18 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by lia at 3:18 PM PST - 6 comments
How can I round prices in Excel?
In Excel 2007, I need advice on how to round a series of prices to either a $0.50 ending, or a $0.95 ending. [more inside]
Fuck.
So, I just messed with the electronics in my car and now the 2001 Hyundai Elantra won't start. [more inside]
posted by quelindo at 3:07 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by quelindo at 3:07 PM PST - 7 comments
Standalone programs that burn CPU?
For a good reason, I need some program, any program that I can leave unattended and will eat up CPU on a windows xp box. Recommendations? [more inside]
posted by vacapinta at 2:52 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by vacapinta at 2:52 PM PST - 7 comments
Back in Black 8va
How the heck did Brian Johnson of AC/DC sing that way? [more inside]
They forgot to charge my card for 3 months. Can they now?
If a company had a "clerical error" and forgot to charge my credit card for 3 months, do they have right to charge it now? [more inside]
I recently added 2 gigs of RAM to my PC but Windows Task Manager/System properties do not recognize it, while BIOS and Crucial.com do. What could be causing this issue?
I recently added 2 gigs of RAM to my PC but Windows Task Manager/System properties do not recognize it, while BIOS and Crucial.com do. What could be causing this issue? [more inside]
posted by bostonhill at 2:29 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by bostonhill at 2:29 PM PST - 11 comments
Which economic forecaster or economist can you really trust most of the time, if not all of the time?
Which economic forecaster or economist can you really trust most of the time, if not all of the time? [more inside]
Pimp my text area.
What tricks have you learned that make writing, editing, and formatting in web page "text areas" easier? [more inside]
Tips on avoiding backhoes welcome too.
How can I practice/learn fiber optic networking without breaking the bank? [more inside]
posted by Skorgu at 1:49 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Skorgu at 1:49 PM PST - 7 comments
If they say "Don't tell Dad!", do you?
How much do parents tell each other about the stories/secrets their children thell them? [more inside]
posted by twiki at 1:49 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by twiki at 1:49 PM PST - 32 comments
What was the site that mirrored allmusic.com's content but didn't suck?
What was the site that mirrored allmusic.com's content but didn't suck? [more inside]
Staples and tape and glue, oh my no!
Alternatives to staples, paper, glue etc for paper fastening in crafts and papercraft? [more inside]
posted by Iteki at 1:26 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Iteki at 1:26 PM PST - 11 comments
Fast, Dramatic, Sinister music?
In search of: dramatic, sinister, or fast music. Disastrous, villainous, swift and dexter melodies best set to chaos, tragedy, or discovery. [more inside]
quantum pathology
quantum physics. what am I not getting? [more inside]
posted by nihlton at 12:55 PM PST - 48 comments
posted by nihlton at 12:55 PM PST - 48 comments
tell me a tale..
AutoFilter: In your experience, is it worth the higher price to take your vehicle to the dealer for routine service than a third party? [more inside]
How can I be a better waiter?
I'd like to be a better waiter. Got any tips? [more inside]
posted by solipsophistocracy at 12:32 PM PST - 67 comments
posted by solipsophistocracy at 12:32 PM PST - 67 comments
But what does it DO?
Corporate trainers, I need your help. I need to train some colleagues on the capabilities of an software package to prepare them for designing some upgraded features. However, they are not users of the software, so my standard new-user training is not going to cut it. Do you have any tips on how to do this kind of training/education? Any suggestions of training books or websites that can help? [more inside]
posted by cabingirl at 12:29 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by cabingirl at 12:29 PM PST - 4 comments
Nokia N95: is it better than a stick in the eye?
I have serious tech lust. I think I want to get the American version of the Nokia N95. Please help me decide if this is the phone for me. [more inside]
posted by zerobyproxy at 12:17 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by zerobyproxy at 12:17 PM PST - 14 comments
Getting our natural gas turned back on by Christmas?
Do I have any options as far as getting our natural gas turned back on by Christmas? [more inside]
posted by Ziggy Zaga at 12:12 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Ziggy Zaga at 12:12 PM PST - 17 comments
Where can i get an HP mediaserver to buy in WA?
Please help me make my new husband's birthday (today)a memorable one! [more inside]
Blooming tea in NYC?
Where to buy blooming tea bags in Manhattan? [more inside]
posted by dcjd at 11:41 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by dcjd at 11:41 AM PST - 9 comments
How do I create a table of contents for a PDF file that is composed of a variety of different source documents?
How do I create a table of contents for a PDF file that is composed of a variety of different source documents? Open source/free software or methods are best. [more inside]
posted by procrastination at 11:37 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by procrastination at 11:37 AM PST - 6 comments
Is it ok to mail a magnet?
Is it ok to mail a thin magnet along with a card in the regular mail? Do I have to do anything special to it? [more inside]
posted by tastybrains at 11:30 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by tastybrains at 11:30 AM PST - 7 comments
Maybe I'll just use Comic Sans and hork *everyone* off
What one font is the easiest to read on both on a computer screen *and* off a sheet of paper? [more inside]
Harvard Business Review
Anybody know where I can get a good quality copy of the cover of this month's Harvard Business Review? I got a subscription on Audible that I'm burning to CD, and I'd like to slap a copy of the current art on the case. Their site only has a crappy low-res version...
posted by richmondparker at 10:35 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by richmondparker at 10:35 AM PST - 4 comments
I smell feet
I smell feet. [more inside]
Grant Me This Christmas Miracle!
Does anyone know where I can buy cheap generic gingerbread man cookie cutters in or around Mesa, Arizona? I want the regular size – not the mini, and I want around 20 of them. [more inside]
posted by Sassyfras at 10:29 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Sassyfras at 10:29 AM PST - 5 comments
Securely disposing of CD/DVD media (while maintaining maximum laziness)
Securely disposing of CD/DVD media (while maintaining maximum laziness) [more inside]
Terminology Management software solutions
Software for keeping lists of terms and definitions organized? Help me tame the glossary monster. [more inside]
Hook a nook to look at books!
Need suggestions for an online collaboration tool for managing a reading list between friends. [more inside]
It's inappropriate for you to do that
UKEmploymentfilter: What was the point of the meeting my boss had with me today? [more inside]
posted by happyturtle at 10:25 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by happyturtle at 10:25 AM PST - 15 comments
Do corporate officers need to be employees?
If I have a small corporation and intend to have officers (VP, Directors, etc.) who are currently corp-to-corp contractors, do I need to convert those officers to employees? In other words, do officers of a corporation need to be employees? I know, I know -- YANAL and/or YANML. :) [more inside]
Books like Encyclopedia Brown for kids?
Are there any other books like the Encyclopedia Brown series? [more inside]
How to write one press release for many events?
How can I write a good press release for an entire calendar of events? (As opposed to just a single event) [more inside]
posted by bubukaba at 9:58 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by bubukaba at 9:58 AM PST - 5 comments
Help me make the yummiest peppermint bark!
CookingFilter! I need tips and tricks for making the bestest peppermint bark EVAH. Also any favorite peppermint bark recipes. [more inside]
Any real-world rolling boulders and poison darts?
Have there ever been any Indiana Jones-style booby traps discovered in real-world archaeological/exploration expeditions? [more inside]
posted by sherlockt at 9:47 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by sherlockt at 9:47 AM PST - 8 comments
Out Of Sync With Firefox
My Firefox updated recently and now a dialog box pops up occasionally titled, "Foxmarks Bookmark Synchronizer." It says, "Please enter your username and password to continue." I have no username or password for Firefox. My computer is not on a network. I cancel out of this and continue, only to have it pop up again a short time later. As far as I can see, synchronization of bookmarks isn't in the help files. How do I disable this?
posted by partner at 9:32 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by partner at 9:32 AM PST - 8 comments
Agree to agree
Help me find the right non compete, non disclosure agreement. [more inside]
posted by paulinsanjuan at 9:17 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by paulinsanjuan at 9:17 AM PST - 13 comments
Redoing the games closet...plastic bins?
Where can I find inexpensive plastic bins that I can keep my board games in that fit the game boards and all the pieces? I've been googling for over an hour and I can't find any 16 x 11 x 2 bins anywhere other than The Container Store. Call me cheap, but I don't want to spend more for a container than I spent on the game in the first place, and at $15.00 each, the Container Store is out. Any advice or recommendations on how you've stored your board games in plastic containers would be appreciated. [more inside]
Where to buy an unlocked simfree iPhone in San Antonio, Texas US?
Where to buy an unlocked simfree iPhone in San Antonio, Texas US?
There is a good possibility that the iPhone I purchase has firmware 1.1.2 and the new bootloader which has not been hacked yet.
Does anybody know a store where to get simfree iPhones San Antonio Texas.
A name, address of the store or any tips are much appreciated.
Why does iphone mail client show unread messages even though inbox is empty?
Why does iphone mail client show unread messages even though the inbox is empty?
my iphone, on the main (home) view, shows that i have 50 unread messages in my e-mail inbox. yet when i tap the mail icon, it shows that the inbox is empty.
i've tried restarting, turning on and off, syncing, checking & rechecking e-mail, and for the past week or so it's shown 50 unread messages. (and no, it's not an IMAP or whatever issue - i check on POP only, and the POP box is definitely empty, too.)
any ideas?
my iphone, on the main (home) view, shows that i have 50 unread messages in my e-mail inbox. yet when i tap the mail icon, it shows that the inbox is empty.
i've tried restarting, turning on and off, syncing, checking & rechecking e-mail, and for the past week or so it's shown 50 unread messages. (and no, it's not an IMAP or whatever issue - i check on POP only, and the POP box is definitely empty, too.)
any ideas?
Looking for a Creative Commons Lawyer
Please help me find a lawyer with Creative Commons license experience [more inside]
Who sells "Store Closing" signs and banners?
Does anyone know a good source for ready made "Store Closing" and related signs and banners, with quick delivery times? [more inside]
posted by The Deej at 8:58 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by The Deej at 8:58 AM PST - 4 comments
The lighting above us.
In Slate's Explainer column today, they have the unanswered questions of 2007. Most are inscrutable, unanswerable or ridiculous... but I've wondered this one myself too many times to let it go: "Very rare to find a hotel room with a light on the ceiling, they're usually floor lamps or desk lamps. Is there some structural reason for that?" [more inside]
Where is the jewelry in OKC?
Oklahoma City jewelry? Looking for something unique / simple. Where are the coolest local jewelry stores/craftspeople/shops in the OKC/norman/edmond area? [more inside]
Worry about tomorrow today, or tomorrow?
Relationshipfilter: I'm agnostic. She's Christian. We've been dating for four months. We fit eachother well and are very happy together, but of course clash over our deeply-held ideologies. Should we worry about the ideological clashes now, or be happy with eachother now and worry about how to raise the kids if/when we have kids? [more inside]
Tiny Accident, They're Claiming Injuries, How Screwed Am I?
Tiny Accident, They're Claiming Injuries, How Screwed Am I? Last week, I had an accident. I was waiting to turn right behind a van, also waiting to turn. He went, then jammed on brakes. I braked, but couldn't avoid hitting him. Minimal damage for him, none for me. [more inside]
Help me with my Toshiba
I'm thinking of buying a Toshiba laptop, specifically this one. Can you help me to decide? [more inside]
Rectangular card in a square peg
Is there some kind of trick to using these big card reader slots on the front of my PC? [more inside]
posted by CXImran at 8:24 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by CXImran at 8:24 AM PST - 8 comments
How do I make LaTeX PDF presentations that don't look like cheap PowerPoint?
How do I make LaTeX PDF presentations that don't look like cheap PowerPoint? [more inside]
posted by Anything at 8:00 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Anything at 8:00 AM PST - 8 comments
Mismarried Mac, Mac, Mac
How can I sync, and keep in sync, my Powerbook G4 (tiger) & Mac Mini (leopard)? [more inside]
Help with a batch file?
windowsbatchfile: Can someone give me the command/script for a simple batch file that will take a file from location A, copy it to location b, then add the current date to the name of the file> Thanks in advance!!!
Come on Down!
Why did gameshow hosts used to be called the "star" of the gameshow? When did this stop and why? [more inside]
Mailing from NYC to Seoul
Mailing, from NYC to Seoul, a padded envelope (papers and a slim CD case) with no commercial value. What's my cheapest option if I want it there within a few weeks? (Mailing on Monday 31 Dec and want it to arrive by Monday 21 Jan.)
iDunno
Why is iTunes doing this to me?! [more inside]
Can I transfer my AppleCare/iTunes from a stolen Mac to a new Mac?
My apartment was burgled and my Macbook was stolen. Can I transfer my old AppleCare account and iTunes library (or at least iTunes purchases) to a new Macbook? [more inside]
A Mummerful New Year? Or not?
[PhillyFilter] Tell me what you know about the Mummers Parade on New Year's Day in Philly. Good times with the family or a day spent wishing you were home? [more inside]
posted by pammo at 6:52 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by pammo at 6:52 AM PST - 9 comments
Change printer port name in Windows XP
Making DOS program get along with new Windows XP machine and ancient printer: How to change the name of the printer port from USB001 to LPT1? [more inside]
posted by chitlin at 6:41 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by chitlin at 6:41 AM PST - 3 comments
Please help my dock and apps play nicely together
On my Mac (Tiger), I prefer to have the dock at the bottom, hidden. But all my applications insist on opening new documents and windows so that the new window touches the bottom of the screen. As a result, it often happens that when I go to resize the window by grabbing the bottom right corner, I invoke the dock instead. Usually, a second try will be successful, but this is annoying as heck.
Is there a global setting that will tell my applications to stay out of that last quarter inch of my screen? Or some other solution to this?
Help hold on to an iPhone
Protecting an iPhone from theft or inadvertent misappropriation [more inside]
posted by lassie at 5:53 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by lassie at 5:53 AM PST - 20 comments
Is there a program that can do "one to many" synchronization?
Is there a program that can do "one to many" synchronization to a large amount of PC's? [more inside]
Sending homemade food from Canada to Japan and New Zealand
Can I send homemade sealed raspberry jam from Canada to Japan and New Zealand? [more inside]
posted by remi at 5:41 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by remi at 5:41 AM PST - 7 comments
Travel from Mexico City Airport to Toluca Airport
How long will it take to get from Mexico City Airport to Toluca Airport on the weekend of the 5th of January? [more inside]
How can I match the sound qualities of Quicktime and Itunes?
How can I match the sound quality of Quicktime and Itunes? [more inside]
posted by DudeAsInCool at 2:42 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by DudeAsInCool at 2:42 AM PST - 7 comments
How to avoid our cat taking an Incredible Journey?
We're heading home for Christmas. How do we make sure the 8 month old kitten we're taking with us doesn't freak out and disappear? [more inside]
posted by Happy Dave at 1:23 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Happy Dave at 1:23 AM PST - 13 comments
December 19
What to do for new years in LA?
I want to go to someplace cool and exciting with my friends for New Years.. I live in the LA area (Santa Monica) and would like to stay within 15 miles of the city. I'm fairly new to the area--having just moved here this summer--but still know a bit. I'm 22 so I still have the energy.
Hide your children. You think I'm joking.
In the last couple of months, I have gone from not thinking about children at all to being just. Plain. Baby. Nutzo. My biological clock has to be out of whack - I'm only in my late 20's. But for some reason, I am PANICKING to have a child. And I need one now.
I need stories, advice, anecdotes, what have you. Posthaste, people! Posthaste! [more inside]
posted by damnjezebel at 10:54 PM PST - 67 comments
posted by damnjezebel at 10:54 PM PST - 67 comments
RFRFPFilter: Help me choose a Web Developer for this huge site!
I've been charged with redoing our Label Website pretty much from scratch, both back-end and front-end (yes, its a self-link but its relevant). Because this site is about classical music, there is a HUGE amount of metadata that will need to be collected, parsed and displayed (think 3700 titles * 10 tracks * performer, composer, title, length, etc for each track).
Has anyone done or know of anyone who's done work on this scale on either the back-end side or the design side before that they might recommend? I have an RFP pretty much already mocked-up. I would've liked to have used someone like 37signals but it seems like they don't do work for others anymore.
posted by softlord at 10:53 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by softlord at 10:53 PM PST - 13 comments
Just when I get the password, I can't get to the site.
I cannot connect to one specific website. [more inside]
Looking to buy an experience
Help me find an hour or two of extravagance in Los Angeles [more inside]
Living near the University of Miami
Where should I live near(ish to) the University of Miami? [more inside]
Buying Fabric in New York City
Where can I buy fabric near midtown NYC? [more inside]
Why is Firefox shutting down my PC?
Firefox is shutting down and restarting my PC, what gives? [more inside]
posted by jasonspaceman at 8:29 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by jasonspaceman at 8:29 PM PST - 15 comments
Printing Inside VPN
How do I print when inside VPN? [more inside]
Does emusic use watermarking ?
Does emusic.com watermark mp3s and if so, what is in the watermark and can you provide technical details on this watermarking ?
Should I buy a Sony Reader? I'm on Mac and in Australia.
Should I buy a Sony Reader? I'm on Mac and in Australia. [more inside]
2.2Ghz vs. 2.4 Ghz. Can it possibly be worth an extra $500?
Macbook Pro question: 2.2Ghz vs. 2.4 Ghz. Can it possibly be worth an extra $500? [more inside]
Help me make clear reports!
I have an upcoming meeting at work about standardizing technical reports from several different offices. The people writing and designing the reports are technical experts and not graphic professionals, and thus, we have some strange looking reports with a lot of information jammed on one page or series of nested tables surrounding a photo. I have trouble following the content of the reports due to the design and format issues. [more inside]
When something bad happens to Doctor Who, why doesn't he just go back in time and fix it?
DoctorWhoFilter: When something bad happens to the doctor, why doesn't he just go back in time and fix it? He doesn't seem to have a problem with fiddling with time, so why not? [more inside]
Help this impatient person learn how to cook from a book.
Help this impatient person learn how to cook from a book. [more inside]
SIM SIM SALABEEM
(Question from Mrs. Wittgenstein) Is anyone using University of Kansas' Strategic Instruction Models (SIMS) to teach high school physical science or biology? If so, which models are you using?
Hola! Donde esta la biblioteca?
I'd like to teach myself some various languages. Help me find some resources for Spanish and Japanese. [more inside]
posted by santojulieta at 5:09 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by santojulieta at 5:09 PM PST - 22 comments
What to do while visiting Oahu
What's interesting and new on Oahu that's non-touristy? [more inside]
What can I expect from the dealer when I try to cancel my extended warranty?
So I didn't research as much as I should have, and I financed my new 2008 Toyota today with the extended warranty. Now it sounds like I should have waited or gotten other quotes, but with all the number juggling, I lost sight of the bottom line. I'm going back to the dealer tomorrow to cancel the extended warranty. Can I expect the dealer to try to change the APR or any other aspect of the financing of the car? [more inside]
posted by lychee at 4:44 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by lychee at 4:44 PM PST - 12 comments
Russian-translation-filter
Russian-translation-filter: Please help me understand the linguistic nuances in Tolstoy's famous quote, "There was something terribly lacking between what I felt and what I could do." (here in English) How accurate is this translation in your view? What is missing from it? What if anything does it add which is not there in Russian? [more inside]
posted by rudster at 4:33 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by rudster at 4:33 PM PST - 12 comments
Please tell me about Cincinnati
Cincinnati residents, help me find a place to (possibly) live. [more inside]
Help me Re-Negotiate
The appraisal came in low. Buying a house with no real estate agents involved. Offer contingent on appraisal. Re-negotiation strategies needed. [more inside]
Automatic reboot from Leopard to XP?
I have an Intel iMac with Leopard, and via Boot Camp, a partition with Windows XP. The normal way to boot into XP is--after restarting Leopard or turning on the computer--to hold down the Option (Alt) key and then choose the OS. Is there a way around this? Is there some setting or third-party app that will reboot my computer from Leopard and automatically start Windows so I don't have to wait around holding down that key? [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 4:20 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by zardoz at 4:20 PM PST - 9 comments
Position? Impossible.
Where to buy a SiRFStar III GPS in NYC, and specifically which one? [more inside]
posted by wierdo at 4:01 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by wierdo at 4:01 PM PST - 8 comments
What lotion can I use for my newborn's sensitive skin?
What lotion can I use for my newborn's sensitive skin? I've tried the Mustela, Aveeno and J&J but it doesn't seem to work very well. What lotion do you recommend that I can use on her face? [more inside]
posted by albolin at 3:23 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by albolin at 3:23 PM PST - 27 comments
How many rolls 'till n values in a row.
Given a fair die with s sides, what is the expected number of rolls r before I get o outcomes with the same value v in a row? [Note this is emphatically NOT a homework problem; I just really want to know, feel like I should be able to figure it out, can't, and it is driving me nuts.] [more inside]
Books like "The Name of the Rose" and "Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell"?
Could you recommend books similar to The Name of the Rose and Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell? There's something about the tone, the mashing of genres together, and the over-immersion in details that is unbelievably appealing to me. (But don't recommend Tolkien!) [more inside]
posted by flibbertigibbet at 2:57 PM PST - 49 comments
posted by flibbertigibbet at 2:57 PM PST - 49 comments
Cthulhu fhtagn! Now feed me!
H.P. Lovecraft-themed foods? [more inside]
How do you write a clear design specification?
I run a small, clunky UK political blog. It needs a New Year spruce up. I love blogging but am as near as you get to being technically illiterate.
Fellow Brit bloggers are going to help me with the techie stuff but I need to give them a design specification. I don't really know where to begin. What goes into a good design spec and can you point me to examples of other well designed blogs?
So SAD. Illuminate me.
I've been aware of a tendency toward winter blues for many years, but this winter is really kicking my ass already. I think I'm ready to look into a little treatment, and I'd like some advice.
Yep, I've read all of the previous AskMes on this. [more inside]
posted by desuetude at 2:42 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by desuetude at 2:42 PM PST - 22 comments
DrugFilmFilter
Are there non-stupid substance abuse prevention films? [more inside]
Okay, fine. I never thought I'd say it. But yeah, I love LA.
So hey, how has LA changed in the last 3 years during my absence? Update, please. [more inside]
How poisonous are tomato vines?
I've always thought that tomato vines were quite poisonous, but now I am curious since I've seen one occurrence of someone on TV (celeb chef) cooking with one as flavoring. [more inside]
posted by barc0001 at 2:11 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by barc0001 at 2:11 PM PST - 19 comments
Why would Apache refuse connections from the server it lives on?
Why would a server start refusing http requests from itself? Curl, wget, lynx- all of them used to work, now I just get "connection refused". FTP still works, though, and it's only a problem with Apache- requests to the Lighttpd server on the same box work just fine.
Where can I find more of the piano music of Yoko Kanno?
The piano music of Yoko Kanno in this solo blew me away. Where can I find more of it? Similar artists? [more inside]
Which Creative Commons license is most like public domain?
Which Creative Commons license is most like public domain? Does it make any sense to license the content I've posted if it's in the public domain? [more inside]
posted by cog_nate at 1:52 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by cog_nate at 1:52 PM PST - 8 comments
Why does Outlook Calendar print in pastel
Outlook calendar displays in vivid colors, yet it prints ONLY in pastel. This happens on multiple printers, so it's not the printer settings. I emailed with a MS geek and he offered no help - no surprise. The HIVE is my last hope. (It used to print in vivid color before 2007 was installed).
When and who invented Ginger Ale in Ireland in the 1850s
Ginger Ale ( the soda, not the beer) was supposedly invented in Ireland in the 1850s. However, I can't find anything more specific. Do you know of any history links that have concrete information about the invention of Ginger Ale in Ireland around the 1850s? If it could be pinpointed to a certain person or town or custom, that would be great.
In riches or in poverty, in sickness or in health
Did you write your own vows when you got married? Should we? If you did, what part of your customized vows were you most happy with? [more inside]
posted by Happydaz at 1:30 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by Happydaz at 1:30 PM PST - 31 comments
Tape Stuck Boy
How does one eject a stuck DAT Tape? [more inside]
Muffy, let's head to the country club....
Where does the "stereotypical rich white guy" voice come from? I've been doing it for years, but have no idea how it originated. Here's a good example, someone doing an impression of Judge Whitey on Futurama.
A gift for my teammate on the other side of the world!
I have a coworker I work very closely with who is actually in Manila. I'm in the US. I'd like to get her a little something for the holidays, is there a popular online shopping site for The Philippines (like Amazon?) that I could get her a gift card for?
posted by Kellydamnit at 1:15 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Kellydamnit at 1:15 PM PST - 4 comments
Are inversion tables worth the money?
Does anyone have any experience using inversion tables to treat back pain? Do they work? Bonus: any credible studies you know about or can find discussing the use/pros/cons of inversion tables? [more inside]
Librivox Recommendations?
Suggestions for readings on Radical Thought
I'll be teaching a first-year composition class at university. What I teach, I hope, is critical thinking, invention and arrangement of writing. The topic for the semester is American radical thought. I am looking for suggestions for essays, visual pieces (art, film, video), songs (audio & lyrics) that cover a wide range of radical response & resistance. [more inside]
posted by beelzbubba at 12:21 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by beelzbubba at 12:21 PM PST - 28 comments
How should I go about building a 2d game "tile-set" in Illustrator CS3?
Illustrator CS3 Filter: Process recommendations for a novice Adobe Illustrator user on building/using a "tile-set" (like you'd see in a 2d video-game) in AICS3... [more inside]
How best to transfer stocks?
My in-laws would like to give my daughter 15 shares of stock (about $1500) to help with her college expenses. What is the best way to do this considering financial aid and taxes for both my in-laws and my daughter? [more inside]
Eliminating Hyperlinks in Excel X for Mac?
Probably ridiculously obvious Excel question: how do I set it so that a URL is never turned into a hyperlink? [more inside]
posted by Dreama at 12:06 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Dreama at 12:06 PM PST - 7 comments
Recommend a simple monochrome mobile phone that can sync with Mac / PC?
I want a simple mobile phone with a monochrome screen and a fast interface that can sync contacts with my Mac or PC via a cable or IR. Something like the Nokia 1110 but with the ability to sync! [more inside]
Does carrying my laptop in a roller bag damage the laptop, due to the vibration?
Because of an injury, I carry my laptop in one of those roller backpacks. I've heard that tiny vibrations (such as construction in the next office building) can be very damaging to computers. So does the vibration from the rolling on pavement potentially damage my laptop? [more inside]
posted by k7lim at 11:53 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by k7lim at 11:53 AM PST - 17 comments
Rejected email with plus addressing
Why do very few websites accept plus-addressing in emails for signups? [more inside]
posted by that girl at 11:50 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by that girl at 11:50 AM PST - 19 comments
New paralegal job = a million papercuts! How do I prevent them and/or heal more quickly?
I just started a paralegal job where my main task is to sort through boxes and boxes of documents. (Yay fun!) I know that I'm less likely to get papercuts if I keep my hands moisturized, so I brought in a bottle of lubriderm, but it doesn't seem to be quite doing the trick.
My next move is to get a very very thick lotion, like perhaps the L'Occitane hand cream that everyone raves about. I've also read reviews of this "gloves in a bottle" lotion that excema-sufferers use. Does anyone have any experience with this type of lotion and its effectiveness for preventing papercuts? Any other recommendations for lotions or creams?
If anyone has any tips on how to get the cuts to heal faster once I've been bitten, I'd love to hear it too!
Thanks!
posted by ahimsa at 11:21 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by ahimsa at 11:21 AM PST - 19 comments
How do I cut and paste in Excel?
How do I format the cell in Excel so that when I cut and paste a series of data derived from a formula onto a new sheet, it pastes the numbers, and not the formula? [more inside]
posted by jujube at 11:18 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by jujube at 11:18 AM PST - 7 comments
Blind Date Books?
Do you know of any books or blogs that are compendia of blind dates? [more inside]
Help me pick the best business producitivity management tool(s) for my consulting practice! (Not Daylite)
Hello MeFi peoples, I am trying to find the tool or tools to run my sustainable business consulting practice, which I started in August, and I've been going a bit nuts with too many choices. I've been looking all over, and am getting near hits, but all "not quite there"s. Highrise sort of works, but has some quirks that that it doesn't hit the mark, and it's missing some of what I want to do. Daylite looks interesting, but no...well I'll explain below. Basecamp, same thing. Copper, ditto. Help me find the needle(s) in the haystack! [more inside]
Where exactly did my ancestors disembark in New York when they arrived from Ireland?
Where exactly did my ancestors disembark in New York when they arrived from Ireland? [more inside]
posted by pantufla at 11:08 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by pantufla at 11:08 AM PST - 11 comments
scrip.taculo.us Draggables
JavaScript:— I want to call a function to make a scrip.taculo.us Draggable revert (fly back to its starting position). This is easy to do if you want it to revert when it is released from the drag, but I want it to happen when a different Draggable is released from a drag. [more inside]
posted by East Manitoba Regional Junior Kabaddi Champion '94 at 11:00 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by East Manitoba Regional Junior Kabaddi Champion '94 at 11:00 AM PST - 2 comments
Pimp my GUI!
Help me find all those small but necessary apps, as well as the fun and ostentatious bells and whistles, for my new desktop (linux)! What are your favorites? [more inside]
Shops in Manhattan that sell canvas grocery bags?
Shops in Manhattan that sell canvas grocery bags? [more inside]
posted by twoporedomain at 10:33 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by twoporedomain at 10:33 AM PST - 12 comments
Wireless network set up.
Wireless routers: can I tell the router what devices to allow without having to enter passwords on those devices? [more inside]
New Box, HELP
The Galvanized Gullet cookbook is ok.
Tingle Dingle Mrowr
Looking for a black all-elastic nylon kitty collar with a bell. [more inside]
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur at 10:15 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur at 10:15 AM PST - 3 comments
"I'm sorry to let you know we've selected another candidate."
What's better/less worse: Telling someone now that they didn't get a job, or leaving him/her hanging until after the holidays? I want to do the humane thing here.
Cherry Grapes?
What is the fable, aphorism, or metaphor that is the complement of "sour grapes" [more inside]
posted by philosophistry at 9:34 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by philosophistry at 9:34 AM PST - 21 comments
Can Omega Drivers push an old video card to widescreen resolutions?
Will "Omega Drivers" allow my ATI Radeon Mobility M6 card to drive a widescreen display? [more inside]
posted by sevenyearlurk at 9:24 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by sevenyearlurk at 9:24 AM PST - 3 comments
How do I combine records in Filemaker?
Filemaker question: How do I combine two records into one? [more inside]
I know what I like
Hey you cultured folks, help me find some art! [more inside]
Track that samples Crazy Train scream
I'm looking for a dance/electronica track that samples Ozzy Osbourne's scream at the beginning of Crazy Train. I think I heard it when watching The Fast & The Furious but listening thru the soundtrack doesn't show it.
Does anyone know what it is?
Travel suggestions for a couple of kooks, svp?
Two quirky gals, ten days in March, plenty of expiring FF miles but sadly just US $ to spend... where in the world should we go? [more inside]
posted by Scram at 8:32 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Scram at 8:32 AM PST - 15 comments
A Very Brady Question
I want to know more about Brady Bunch-era American house designs. [more inside]
Keep the clothes on!
Help me find a way to keep my son's clothes on. [more inside]
Trumpet-playing in the century of the Interwebs
I haven't played trumpet since I was a senior in high school in 1994. Recently, I picked up a good used student horn on eBay and am excited to start practicing again. Trumpet players of the green, I ask you- what are your favorite websites? [more inside]
posted by bobot at 7:41 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by bobot at 7:41 AM PST - 13 comments
Comedic writer wants a shot
How to get started writing comedically? [more inside]
What good punk/indie/hardcore podcasts are out there?
What good punk/indie/hardcore podcasts are out there? [more inside]
They grow this sh-t in Walla Walla, so why not try it here?
Can I grow wine grapes in Boston? Advice and anecdotes sought... [more inside]
Why Human Resources?
In researching this question, I found this quote: "When Personnel became Human Resources, we all lost something.", which exactly sums up my feeling today.
Does anyone know when and why 'Personnel' became 'Human Resources'? [more inside]
posted by MtDewd at 7:03 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by MtDewd at 7:03 AM PST - 12 comments
Moving a business?
When a large business considers relocating its headquarters to a different city, is there a particular type of consultant they use to make this sort of decision? [more inside]
Visiting the Big Easy
Recommendations for things to see and do for two people who've never been to New Orleans? [more inside]
A good recording device?
Can anyone help me select a high-quality recording device for fieldwork and speech analysis, please? [more inside]
posted by mateuslee at 6:13 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by mateuslee at 6:13 AM PST - 12 comments
Please help me send Word attachments and do my job
I can't send Word attachments any more. I have to, it is how I pay the rent. Please, please help me. [more inside]
How do you politely tell an ex that they are invited to your parent's visitation, but not the funeral?
How do you politely tell an ex that they are invited to your parent's visitation, but not the funeral? [more inside]
Can I get into an MBA program?
What type of people apply to a top ten MBA program? Are there $9,000-a-year college admissions consultants for this, too? [more inside]
Pregnancy. Hand-held massager. Problems?
Pregnancy. Hand-held massager. Problems? My wife is 23 weeks in and having some back pain. I thought maybe one of these might be good... (I know it's not a "real massage" replacement). What I'm particularly interested in hearing is if anyone has "Don't Do It" experience... [more inside]
Italian Chocolates in London
Does anyone know where I can find the Italian chocolate Torroni Baci in London or from somewhere that'll deliver?
posted by oh pollo! at 2:23 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by oh pollo! at 2:23 AM PST - 2 comments
Needed: Change Tray for 2008 Accord
Needed: Change Tray for 2008 Accord LX - Parts guys don't know what I'm talking about. [more inside]
December 18
No, this ISN'T a mortuary, and no this ISN'T a meat locker.
I want to buy an "official" sign or sticker that implies to the reader that "THE ROOM YOU ARE ENTERING IS GODDAMNED COLD!!!" [more inside]
posted by melorama at 11:29 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by melorama at 11:29 PM PST - 29 comments
where is the sonic youth dvd :(
there was a great clip at the end of a sonic youth video, which featured 4 kids in a band, cruising around and arguing. can anyone tell me where i can find a copy of the file? [more inside]
Am I coming across as a wuss?
De-corking a bottle of wine. Slow and steady or just rip 'er out? [more inside]
Followup Question: Getting popped Yahoo mails back into email account
As a follow up to this question, can I use the following scheme to get all my popped emails back into my Yahoo account? [more inside]
iBook Battery Woes
Anyone have experience with 3rd party batteries for Apple portables? [more inside]
Is my old digital camera worth anything?
What should I do with my old digital camera? The flash doesn't work, but otherwise it's fine for taking outdoor or brightly-lit indoor photos. [more inside]
How would I go about getting a legal prescription for HGH?
How would I go about getting a legal prescription for HGH? (Bear with me, please.) [more inside]
posted by dzot at 8:21 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by dzot at 8:21 PM PST - 11 comments
Ridin' the Rails Lah
I'm trying to find audio recordings of MRT Stop landings (Singaporean) for a Christmas present. [more inside]
How can I watch my video?
I had a DVD made of my first skydive. It will not play on any DVD player. [more inside]
posted by C17H19NO3 at 7:59 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by C17H19NO3 at 7:59 PM PST - 33 comments
Car on fire: plausible?
Plausibility-filter: Recently my car engine wouldn’t stop running, and eventually caught fire. Damage was pretty minimal, but how it started is a bit of a mystery. Does this sound plausible? Backstory (long) and the mechanic's explanation below: [more inside]
What was that song?
Please help me identify this song from the HBO series "Flight of the Conchords". [more inside]
posted by 2bucksplus at 7:46 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by 2bucksplus at 7:46 PM PST - 8 comments
Help me give a (restaurant?) gift to someone in Pietrasanta
Please help me be a gift-giving genius. I think I want to arrange a lovely but not-too-expensive lunch or dinner for my friend in Pietrasanta, Italy, where he is now living. I've never been there, know nothing about the town, and don't speak Italian. [more inside]
posted by amtho at 7:45 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by amtho at 7:45 PM PST - 3 comments
Where to live: Seattle or San Diego?
Help me decide where to live: Mid 20s in San Diego or Seattle? The factors of importance are within. But any unique perspective will help. [more inside]
How does your Rummoli board look?
Rummoli players: what's the best version to teach rummoli to newbies? [more inside]
posted by fish tick at 7:04 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by fish tick at 7:04 PM PST - 1 comment
I don't want to work with the public anymore.
Jobs for people who hate people? For most of my life I have been working in sales and/or customer service. I am completely burned out and seeking to get into a new line of work with minimal public contact. What are my options? [more inside]
posted by LeeJay at 6:54 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by LeeJay at 6:54 PM PST - 26 comments
All alone over the holidays
My family is off doing their own thing (my parents are off traveling in another part of the world and my sister is on vacation with her family), my friends are off home and I am all alone. What can I do to keep up my spirits over the holidays? [more inside]
Does Hollywood Want Us To Be Scabs?
Is my comedy group being asked to scab? [more inside]
Secure Online Personal Journal?
I would like to keep a personal journal online so I can access it from any computer. I also would like the journal to be private meaning only I can read it. And very secure. I've thought of starting a private blog on Wordpress but would like a more secure environment. Does anything like this exist that would allow me quickly to search prior posts by date or content?
posted by dclawyer at 6:38 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by dclawyer at 6:38 PM PST - 22 comments
The Greatest Story Every Told
Could you publish a book out of Yahoo Answers / Groups etc. and make it successful? I think it would be wicked to give one of those sites or the Green a good editorial scrub and create a tome filled with great nuggets of fact, reality, belief, and opinion. How would you structure the business? [more inside]
Fumbling for bubbly
WineFilter: How do I open a bottle of prosecco gracefully? [more inside]
posted by pointystick at 6:37 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by pointystick at 6:37 PM PST - 7 comments
SF Bay Area Physical Therapist for active older person?
My 74-year-old father-in-law broke his femur skiing last week. Please recommend a physical therapist in the SF Bay Area for a very active older person. [more inside]
Best online resources for DIY computer building?
Best resources for building your own computer? [more inside]
posted by spikeleemajortomdickandharryconnickjrmints at 6:13 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by spikeleemajortomdickandharryconnickjrmints at 6:13 PM PST - 20 comments
Quality Dedicated Hosting that allows Bittorrent Tracker? Have Budget.
I will soon be distributing a bunch of large scientific and research datasets, all entirely legal for redistribution, many as large as a few gigabytes. Bittorrent is the best solution for this. Many respectable webhosting sites don't allow Bittorrent trackers; too many of those that do seem fly-by-night. I have a budget for this and want something respectable and reliable. Recommendations? [more inside]
posted by mrflip at 6:01 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by mrflip at 6:01 PM PST - 20 comments
The ULTIMATE chill music?
MorbidityFilter: What soothing yet depressing tune is this funeral home's website using? I know I've heard it before, but I have no idea of it's composer.
Games to play at a Christmas Party
What are some good games to play at a christmas party? [more inside]
Are there any reverse-chronological histories of culture?
Are there any reverse-chronological histories of culture? [more inside]
posted by electric water kettle at 5:24 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by electric water kettle at 5:24 PM PST - 3 comments
Sloe Gin = Fast Dunk?
I'm the recipient of a bottle of sloe gin. While I love plain old G & T's, what else can I do with this interesting purple stuff? [more inside]
posted by ninazer0 at 5:22 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by ninazer0 at 5:22 PM PST - 12 comments
CreativeRouteFilter: Canada to Israel
Creative travellers: how can a guy get to Israel as cheaply and indirectly as possible? [more inside]
posted by Acari at 5:18 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Acari at 5:18 PM PST - 12 comments
i love you, but not like this
how to keep from shutting people out? [more inside]
How Do I Choose Who Gets The Charitable Donation?
How do I choose between two equally worthy charities to receive my donation? [more inside]
posted by Robert Angelo at 4:46 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Robert Angelo at 4:46 PM PST - 10 comments
How to get a job in user interface design?
How does one get into the field of user interface design? [more inside]
Spa visit for an older lady?
Is a spa visit a good gift for an older lady? [more inside]
posted by Flunkie at 4:16 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Flunkie at 4:16 PM PST - 8 comments
Availability of B&W photographic film and processing services in New Delhi
A few questions about the availability of B&W photographic film and processing services in New Delhi, India [more inside]
I've lost my keys, am stuck inside, and not sure what to do.
I seem to have lost my keys. I wish it were just that simple. [more inside]
posted by iamkimiam at 4:03 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by iamkimiam at 4:03 PM PST - 22 comments
How should I get connected in the U.S. again?
I'm probably moving back to the U.S. in August or September. I'm visiting this week and again in late March/early April. I already have a UK tri-band GSM phone. What should I do to get mobile phone coverage in the U.S.? [more inside]
posted by grouse at 4:00 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by grouse at 4:00 PM PST - 8 comments
Identify this marriage essay without the help of my long-retired English teacher...
In high school (the late 1990s) I read an essay on marriage -- the writer's main contention was that it's unrealistic to think that a single person can ever be at the exact same life stages as yourself, e.g. Young & Passionate (teens), Ready to Have Children (30's), Wanting Intellectual Companionship (60's), and thusly, that having just one partner over the course of a lifetime is a near impossibility. [more inside]
"Hang on to your grandmas!"
LostintranslationFilter: "Hang on to your grandmas!" [more inside]
posted by dondiego87 at 3:47 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by dondiego87 at 3:47 PM PST - 11 comments
Installing Vista from Upgrade in Bootcamp
Has anyone tried installing Windows Vista in BootCamp (On a Mac) using an upgrade disk? I've installed Vista perfectly using this guide on a computer I built myself, but I want to do it on a new Mac. [more inside]
posted by Aanidaani at 3:39 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Aanidaani at 3:39 PM PST - 2 comments
I Think I Want To Give My Work Away
Is there any reason I shouldn't post my out-of-print poetry book on Gutenberg under a Creative Commons license? [more inside]
posted by joannemerriam at 3:35 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by joannemerriam at 3:35 PM PST - 7 comments
Any Family Law Recommendations for California Bay Area?
Any recommendations for family law attorneys in the California Bay Area? [more inside]
posted by brool at 3:28 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by brool at 3:28 PM PST - 2 comments
Gotta mail books fast.
no way Jose...
I need a holiday sentiment for the inside of a Christmas card. In Spanish. [more inside]
posted by wafaa at 2:55 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by wafaa at 2:55 PM PST - 14 comments
Dog in the rain....
Our little dog refuses to walk outside when it is raining. This is problematic when it's potty time. [more inside]
posted by gnutron at 2:53 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by gnutron at 2:53 PM PST - 11 comments
Memorable Christmas gift for fashion maven girlfriend?
Memorable Christmas gift for fashion maven girlfriend. Is a tennis bracelet tacky? Would a necklace be better? [more inside]
How do I create a page full of feeds?
Are there any simple sites that will help me combine a bunch of (RSS) feeds into a new page? [more inside]
posted by joshnunn at 2:22 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by joshnunn at 2:22 PM PST - 18 comments
Antique Ornaments in NYC?
Help me repay a gift of 23 chromosomes: Is there a store in New York City that sells antique Christmas ornaments? [more inside]
suggest resources for budding liberal
A student of mine (college junior) asked me to give him a list of progressively-oriented blogs, films, and websites. I have a few ideas for him, but would like to solicit the hive mind for more.
How to force revolting neighbors to vent their apartment into the outdoors rather than the building, or force the landlord to clean the air up somehow?
Renting in Baltimore, my lease expired a year ago and I am month to month. The things that live on the first floor do not work or leave their apartment but spend all day every day smoking cheap, foul tobacco. The smoke fills the stairwell and rises to the third floor and enters my apartment. It is revolting. I've written a formal complaint to the landlord once. Do I have any legal rights in this? I find the smell sickening, it gives me headaches, sinus problems, and watery eyes and I can't block it, the building is so old it creeps in no matter what I do, I've even taped the door shut. Which mostly works except that I do work during the day and can't tape it shut every morning. Besides, that's insane. For my second complaint I'd like some precedent or legal argument. If I could afford to move I'd be gone in a flash but I am penniless. [more inside]
Trials of a Responsible Hedonist
Peripatetic, endearingly-awkward geek seeks amazing advice for casual sex shenanigans. [more inside]
How can I fly with knives?
flying-with-knives/holiday-shippingFilter: Fly with chef knifes in a knife roll, or ship them? Who will get my stuff there the fastest? Providence, Rhode Island to Dallas, Texas. [more inside]
Open source spreadsheets for the excel-challenged
Looking for open source spreadsheet templates I can use commercially (if it comes to that) for recipes, fitness programs and the like. Why? Because my excel skills suck. [more inside]
posted by cameron.case at 12:13 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by cameron.case at 12:13 PM PST - 5 comments
De-oxidize my mortar & pestle, please.
I have a gorgeous cast-iron mortar and pestle, that I use a lot for cooking. Unfortunately, it has some rust, especially on the bottom, probably from when it's washed and left to dry still slightly wet on its bottom.
How should I:
a) get rid of the present rust.
b) avoid future rust. [more inside]
At least they're not filled with radioactive waste.
Garage studio advice: Help me best configure the space we have for recording. [more inside]
posted by disillusioned at 11:30 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by disillusioned at 11:30 AM PST - 8 comments
I AM BUDGET
What were the budgets for the previous "I Am Legend" movie adaptations? According to Wikipedia, they include "The Omega Man", "Last Man On Earth" and "I Am Omega". How much did it cost to make each of them? [more inside]
Jazz Lair
I want to transform my room into a jazz lair! [more inside]
Does anyone know where to find good writing prompts?
Does anyone know where to find good writing prompts? [more inside]
What candidate went to Jonestown?
Who is C. Hitchens talking about when he says a presidential candidate "followed the "Rev." Jim Jones to a Kool-Aid resort in Guyana"? (He claims that this actually happened!?!)
How to turn a gift card into cash?
Is there a way to turn a VISA gift card into cash? [more inside]
Palau Musica Tickets - Jose Carreras?
I would very much love to attend Friday's Christmas Concert at the Palau Musica in Barcelona with Jose Carreras (scroll down slightly to the 21st of December). Only problem is, it's been sold out for months. The box office, concierge, and Google haven't been much help, so it's time for Ask MiFi. I would appreciate any leads on ticket brokers/ticket exchange sites that might be of help. I only need one ticket.
posted by zachlipton at 10:52 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by zachlipton at 10:52 AM PST - 3 comments
Let's grow grape vines in Washinton!
What wine grapes (if any) would grow successfully just outside of Kelso, Washington? Ideally, they would be low maintenance as far as grapes go. Would be looking to graft 2 or 3 year old plants. It's cold in the winter, hot in the summer and wet all the time.
What would you do at the crossroads?
After 5 years of working in the US, I was laid off last week. My chances of being able to stay here are slim, and I'm rather upset at the thought of returning to the UK. If you were in my situation, and had a bit of savings, what would you do? [more inside]
Recommendations on an audio sampler.
I would like to buy an audio sampler, but am new to this. Recommendations? [more inside]
posted by clearly at 10:32 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by clearly at 10:32 AM PST - 5 comments
Tips on cooking or brewing with hot peppers.
Tell me about cooking (or better yet, brewing) with hot peppers. [more inside]
Paper which Weigh?
I need help finding a 'peek-a-boo paperweight' for a Christmas gift. Has anyone seen one available online? [more inside]
Where to find BIG stuff. The opposite of miniature versions.
Is there an online store that carries nothing but humorously large versions (preferably functional) of everyday items? [more inside]
Help me be a cool older cousin and get awesome gifts for a 14 and 15 year old.
Help me find gifts for remarkably un-greedy teenage girls: they are 14 and 15, and absolutely refuse to tell me what they want (I think their mother, my aunt, raised them too well.) [more inside]
posted by Mr Bunnsy at 9:56 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by Mr Bunnsy at 9:56 AM PST - 24 comments
Orange you glad I didn't say "banana"?
What can I do with all of this dried fruit? [more inside]
posted by theredpen at 9:54 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by theredpen at 9:54 AM PST - 26 comments
In the name of Michael Moore: No free clinics in Dallas?
Is there a free clinic in Dallas? Or any kind of reduced-payment medical facility, more specifically, for treating injuries vs. illness? [more inside]
Maine coast restaurant with stupendous ocean view?
I am looking for a Maine coast restaurant with a really awesome ocean view. It needs to open be year round as I am looking to go around New Years. Preferably it's not more than an hour north of Portland and south of it is even better. Oh and good food too! :)
Christmas Lights In Vancouver?
Where can I find neighbourhoods that are lit up to the nines with Christmas lights in Vancouver, BC? [more inside]
posted by eurasian at 9:35 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by eurasian at 9:35 AM PST - 4 comments
How do I de-iTunes my music folder?
Is there an easy way to resort my iTunes folder back into by albums, instead of by artists? [more inside]
They're dead, but they're comin' right for us!
Help me find the perfect gift for a zombie enthusiast. [more inside]
posted by rinosaur at 9:20 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by rinosaur at 9:20 AM PST - 29 comments
Music for the Forgetful
I'm considering making a mixtape (okay, not on actual tape, but "mixCD" just doesn't roll off the tongue) consisting of songs with one word or phrase only repeated in the lyrics. [more inside]
Good camera equipment for nature photography?
What sort of setup do I need for decent nature photography? [more inside]
posted by L. Fitzgerald Sjoberg at 8:57 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by L. Fitzgerald Sjoberg at 8:57 AM PST - 13 comments
drumsticks, mallets and brushes for a KISS fan
I'd like to spend $100 buying my teenage cousin some drumsticks. He loves Green Day and KISS, and already asked for these. I'll get him some of those, but thought instead of just buying him tons it might be cool to pick up a pair of mallets/brushes as well? Can anyone recommend some higher-end brushes/mallets for a fan of that Eric Singer series? [more inside]
posted by Marquis at 8:51 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Marquis at 8:51 AM PST - 9 comments
Selling a car you finance for buyer
How to go about selling a car where I basically finance it for the buyer? [more inside]
Breaking up with a friend is hard to do!
How do I break up with an old friend? [more inside]
What to do in Cabarete, DR
We are going to the Dominican Republic for Christmas. What should we do/see/explore/not miss while we're there? [more inside]
coping calmly with change thru catharsis
About to go through a big life change, and I want to get through it the best I can. [more inside]
Is stubhub safe?
Is stubhub a good site for selling tickets (I just want face value)? If not stubhub, what would you use? [more inside]
Charity begins at home
I'd like to donate money to charities on behalf of my family members, but I'd like to tailor it towards their occupations/interests. [more inside]
Vintage how-to drawings
I'm looking for vintage diagrams from how-to books, online, for domestic arts. For example, instructions on how to make jam, with step-by-step drawings; or how to make a handkerchief, with step-by-step drawings. [more inside]
Can I drive non-destructively with broken power steering?
If I drive my car (2000 Skoda Fabia, UK) while the power steering is faulty, will it damage it? [more inside]
posted by thoughtless at 7:09 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by thoughtless at 7:09 AM PST - 6 comments
Who made the song "Vertigo"? It's not U2.
When the Diamond Rio PMP300 portable MP3 player came out, it had a bonus CD of songs, but they were lacking metadata. One of the songs was simply "vertigo.mp3".
I really liked that song, but I cannot find who the artist was. Help?
posted by bryanjbusch at 7:04 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by bryanjbusch at 7:04 AM PST - 9 comments
scooter parts
I am looking for a place that sells used, stock parts for scooters. Vespa, genuine, kymco etc.....
A scooter graveyard if you will. Can't seem to find one
Regulating Sleep
I need help with my sleep cycle. [more inside]
How can I make an exact bootable copy of my 120GB mac hard drive to a larger hard drive?
How can I make an exact bootable copy of my 120GB mac hard drive to a larger hard drive? I am hoping that there is a way to make a copy of the existing drive so that I can just replace the current drive without having to install the new drive / OS/ software/ settings etc.... Any ideas?
Thanks in advance MeFites!
pittsburgher needs mental health help
Looking for recommendations on good mental health therapists in Pittsburgh for help with depression and anger management issues. East End area preferred. The last few I've tried have been pretty bad and I didn't get along with them- however, I am not sure of what I am looking for.
Oh give us a figgy pudding....but which one?
Looking for the definitive recipe for "figgy pudding". [more inside]
Ex-files: the sexual history?
Ex files: how much sexual history should you disclose? [more inside]
Virtual Camera in Video Editing Software
How can I create a virtual, movable camera in a video editing software? [more inside]
posted by fvox13 at 5:14 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by fvox13 at 5:14 AM PST - 2 comments
A problem of sorts
This is a very basic Word 2003 question. I have a list of 50 countries in descending alfabetical order. I've used the "convert text to table function" in Word (2003) to put them in a table (5 columns, 10 rows). Up to here, everything is fine. [more inside]
posted by juva at 5:12 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by juva at 5:12 AM PST - 9 comments
Did people really use ice packs?
In older films, ill people are sometimes shown with an ice pack on their head. Presumably to bring down a fever? Did people really do this back then, or is the ice pack merely a comedic signifier?
posted by R. Mutt at 4:54 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by R. Mutt at 4:54 AM PST - 18 comments
Name this band and song
Identify this song and band: American, male, R'n'B vocal group attaining brief mid-chart respectability in the UK in '92 or '93. [more inside]
posted by Jofus at 3:20 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by Jofus at 3:20 AM PST - 20 comments
Can I send Christmas cards online?
Is there a service where I can send a physical Christmas card to someone, from a website? Sort of like Interflora, but for cards instead. [more inside]
posted by Solomon at 3:11 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Solomon at 3:11 AM PST - 6 comments
Whats the kids book about the three eyed/eared alien rabbit who lost its parents?
Whats the wonderfully illustrated childrens storybook about a little yellow three eyed/eared alien rabbit who has lost his/her parents on Earth? [more inside]
posted by 6am at 2:37 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by 6am at 2:37 AM PST - 1 comment
How do French folk size their kiddiwinks?
How do I search French ebay effectively for lots of used French childrens clothing? [more inside]
posted by taff at 2:11 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by taff at 2:11 AM PST - 6 comments
Tax credit across the border?
Can Canadians give tax-deductible donations to American non-profit organizations? [more inside]
December 17
this is my street! I don't care if you like it or not!
LongShotFilter: I'm looking for a 1990s recording of rap songs that were designed for teaching English. [more inside]
Bestest Windows Download Manager
Fastest, bestest, prettiest, lightest, freeest Windows download manager for large files. Did I mention fastest?
posted by Avenger50 at 10:55 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Avenger50 at 10:55 PM PST - 18 comments
At the very least, I imagine that the people in these Before pictures actually look like the ones in the After pictures.
I'm looking for user-uploaded before, after, and in-progress fitness photos. I'm hoping that AskMeFi would be able to point me to some galleries or sites. [more inside]
Family Bike Route in SF?
Looking for ood bike rides for kids AND grownups in San Francisco? Bay Area? [more inside]
What are some low fat snacks I can keep in my suitcase while travelling?
What are some low fat snacks I can take with me travelling and keep in my suitcase to eat when dinner or other meals weren't suitable? Little to no preparation at time of eating is preferred but I can make or buy stuff before I go. [more inside]
posted by shelleycat at 10:31 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by shelleycat at 10:31 PM PST - 25 comments
How to get an Xbox 360 to work with crappy hotel wireless?
Any tips on getting an Xbox 360 to work with wireless hotel internet that requires signing in via a webpage? I'm looking for some sort of "wireless-to-wired bridge" that would let me sign on via my laptop and then leech internet with my 360. [more inside]
Shipping home my luggage from Nepal.
I'm in Kathmandu, Nepal for the week, and I have a big, very heavy suitcase that I really don't want to drag around on the rest of my trip. Any advice on shipping it home to the USA?
Kitty sneezing. What to do?
My FIV+ cat is sneezing. A lot. We have a humidifier on, but aren't sure how serious the situation is. [more inside]
If French is a character, that dude smokes and eats cheese.
I seek recommendations for foreign language films which feature extensive narration or otherwise crisp, clear, lovely dialogue. [more inside]
Can you identify this New York subway station?
I'm flying to New York tomorrow to tape an appearance on The Maury Show and I need your help. [more inside]
posted by dhammond at 9:25 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by dhammond at 9:25 PM PST - 11 comments
How do I access my work server's harddrive through VPN on Mac?
How do I access my work server's harddrive through VPN on Mac? [more inside]
Help find a gift for my Grandpa with Parkinson's
What do I get my Grandpa who can't do much anymore? [more inside]
Downsize my USB receiver?
Can I use a Logitech VX Nano wireless receiver with my MX Revolution mouse? If so, where can I buy just the receiver. [more inside]
Like the phone book, but with more plot
Looking for some good, loooong novels. [more inside]
Why does ginger ale get no respect?
I was drinking a tasty ginger ale today and wondering why it's so uncommon. Although you can find it in virtually any store in the USA, it's seldom available in gas stations and almost never in restaurants. Yet it's very popular on airplanes. Why is that?
I am a genius
In the movie "Shaun of the Dead" there's a mug that says "I am a genius." I want one. [more inside]
posted by NormieP at 7:36 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by NormieP at 7:36 PM PST - 10 comments
How do I do billing for a small consulting firm?
Can a total newbie very quickly teach himself to do (all of the) Billing for a small consulting firm? [more inside]
posted by GeckoDundee at 7:00 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by GeckoDundee at 7:00 PM PST - 4 comments
Do you use a washcloth?
Is using a washcloth in the shower a cultural thing? [more inside]
Need help identifying font
How do I get Thunderbird to recognize my password?
Thunderbird Help -- I have no idea how it happened but all of my folders and emails have disappeared. [more inside]
posted by thekorruptor at 6:42 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by thekorruptor at 6:42 PM PST - 12 comments
DIY GPS
Is a DIY lojack plausible? [more inside]
Best gifts for a 12 year-old girl
Some co-workers and I are sponsoring a family for Christmas, and I picked the youngest (12 years-old) daughter of the family. Help me come up with some nice things that are are fun, functional, and long-lasting. [more inside]
posted by Optimus Chyme at 6:31 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Optimus Chyme at 6:31 PM PST - 21 comments
Linking diverse gameboys
What's the best way for two people with incompatible gameboys to trade pokemon? [more inside]
Hairfilter: High/lowlights in auburn hair?
Should I get highlights/lowlights to make a boring but practical haircut look more interesting? And where can I get a boring but practical (read: no layers, long, cut straight across) haircut in Northern VA? [more inside]
posted by anaelith at 6:07 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by anaelith at 6:07 PM PST - 10 comments
Any advice for a couple traveling to Baja Mexico?
My S.O. are thinking about a March getaway in Todos Santos, Mexico. Are there any Mexicans or experienced travelers who can advise us? We've never travelled in Latin America, but are in the mood for something new. [more inside]
'Woo Hoo!" or "Yoshi!"?
In Mario Party 7 for the gamecube, when Yoshi wins a minigame, does he yell 'Woo Hoo!" or "Yoshi!"? [more inside]
posted by selfmedicating at 5:45 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by selfmedicating at 5:45 PM PST - 39 comments
How should I spend my educational reimbursement?
What should I spend my $300 educational reiumbursement on? [more inside]
Cooking up a recipe-wiki
Some friends and I are putting recipes on our website for easy reference, and for comparative analysis of different recipes for the product. As far as I can tell, ingredient lists can't be copyrighted. But how much do we need to change/reword the instructions to preempt letters from lawyers?
Smoky battery is never good.
Why did my battery start to smoke in my lovely (but old) car? [more inside]
Save Me From Myself
I made the mistake of trying to futz with my display settings in WindowsXP to make things easier on my old eyes, and now every web page is white and the text is all mashed up. [more inside]
posted by foxy_hedgehog at 5:10 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by foxy_hedgehog at 5:10 PM PST - 4 comments
How do I give a tasteful gift of booze
I'd like to spend about $50-75 on booze for my secretary. Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by Saucy Intruder at 4:43 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by Saucy Intruder at 4:43 PM PST - 28 comments
Compress Your Luck
Preparing videos for youtube: what are the most efficient video/audio compressions to use when trying to keep a video under 100 MBs with sacrificing as little quality as possible? [more inside]
posted by Mach3avelli at 4:36 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Mach3avelli at 4:36 PM PST - 4 comments
What to do about bad data appearing in scans of old photos?
I'm scanning old family photos and the scanner appears to be adding colored pixels to black and white photos. What do I do now? [more inside]
Vonage alternatives.
Vonage alternatives? [more inside]
iWant an iPhone, but how much should iOffer?
How much should I offer for a barely used iPhone and how easy is it to get service with AT&T on a used iPhone? [more inside]
Affordable accommodations in Vegas?
Can any of you recommend a cool, affordable hotel in Las Vegas? [more inside]
Canadian eligible for retirement plan in U.S.?
My boyfriend is a Canadian citizen working in the United States on a TN visa. Is he eligible to enroll in his employer’s retirement plan? [more inside]
Did I really just pay for this class?
Is it possible to dispute a grade? [more inside]
Are dreadlocks compatible with my hair, lifestyle, and location?
Should I get dreadlocks now, later, or ever? [more inside]
Mediawiki ate itself -- AND my data!
My previously installed MediaWiki is now asking to be installed again: "Please set up the wiki first." Like, sounds great, but what about the wiki that was already there?!? [more inside]
posted by Ogre Lawless at 2:41 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Ogre Lawless at 2:41 PM PST - 3 comments
A cat window perch without screws or velcro?
I’m looking for a cat window perch similar to this one, that doesn't require any modifications to the window. [more inside]
posted by La Gata at 2:37 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by La Gata at 2:37 PM PST - 5 comments
BlemishFilter: What are these tiny, black things?
what is this thing on my back? [more inside]
What great harmonica songs are in C or G?
I'm trying to make a blues harp "inspiration" mix-tape as a gift for some new players. They only have a C harp, so I'm trying to find songs in either G or C for them to play along with. [more inside]
Please help us find a great resource to send gifts in Europe!
It's holiday gift time, and once again I am presented with the problem of trying to send something to my in-laws on another continent. Usually, I spend a couple months shopping for tiny items that I can mail to the Netherlands for as much as I paid for them. Today it dawned on me...there must be an easier way! Please post your great online resources for sending gifts to Europe. [more inside]
How much spending money should I bring for a 15Day trip to India??
How much money (in US$) should my S.O. and I bring on a 15 day trip to India? [more inside]
online appointment-setter thingy?
I'd like to set up an online calendar for my students so they could schedule appointments with me during hours I've marked as "available." but I would rather not set up 65+ google accounts. Is there a php script or a free web app that would work for this? [more inside]
Suggestion for a Real-time strategy game to play with my GF
Suggestion for a Real-time strategy game to play with my GF [more inside]
posted by V-Turn at 1:57 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by V-Turn at 1:57 PM PST - 20 comments
Craving a winter swim but it's not worth chlorine smell
Non-chlorinated winter swimming options in or around NYC? (Sustained swimming, not quick dips like the Polar Bear Club takes at Coney.) Just asking in case there's some idea I'm totally missing, short of "go somewhere warmer."
My mother-in-law thinks we're cheap!
My mother-in-law is under the impression that my wife and I are far wealthier than we actually are, and it's threatening to drive a wedge between us and the rest of her family. Help! [more inside]
Where to go in getting help with non-epileptic seizures.
Looking for resources on non-epileptic seizures. [more inside]
pregnancy presents?
Please help me make a kick-ass care package for my best friend, who is starting her third trimester of pregnancy. [more inside]
Maguro, frittatas and Oly-- Oh My!
Seattle recommendations, please? Sushi? Sunday breakfast / brunch? Dive bar? [more inside]
Am I working my poor little drive too hard?
Am I running my completely enclosed HD into the ground? [more inside]
Pseudonymous blogging for the uninitiated
How can a once tech-savvy type who has fallen behind the times create a pseudonymous (or semi-anonymous) blog on his just-registered domain? [more inside]
Holiday bonus for service providers?
Do you give service-providers a special gift at Christmas? Does it matter if they're federal/state service providers (mail person, garbage guys) or people who work specifically for you or your company? Does it differ by country, city, or culture? [more inside]
posted by arnicae at 12:24 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by arnicae at 12:24 PM PST - 20 comments
Help me give the gift of dance
My girlfriend has made it pretty clear she wants dancing lessons for Christmas. Any recommendations for the San Jose, CA area? [more inside]
statisticians, I need your help
I need statistics help. I badly need statistics help. Involves three groups, several tests that don't test exactly the same thing, missing data. [more inside]
Cafe name game
What should I name my cafe? [more inside]
help me strengthen my core
How portable is tagging info written into the picture files?
I'm currently using Photoshop Elements to organize my pictures, and have spent some time going through and tagging them. There's the option to write the tag information to the individual files via XML, and I have some questions. I'm a newbie to Elements. [more inside]
Are there any benefits to drinking coke when eating greasy food?
I heard coca-cola is a good fat solvent. Are there any benefits to drinking coke when eating greasy food? [more inside]
posted by gttommy at 11:39 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by gttommy at 11:39 AM PST - 17 comments
I'm about to photograph my first wedding. (help!)
I'm about to photograph my first wedding. (help!) [more inside]
posted by bamassippi at 11:39 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by bamassippi at 11:39 AM PST - 24 comments
Not clean, not yet dirty
I don't normally wash my clothes after each wearing. I'm lazy/cheap and I hate wastefulness. But I also don't like to fold them up and put them back in the drawer, because even a little smell or dust will negatively effect the surrounding clean clothes. Both my boyfriend and I do this, and we do not have a good place to put these limbo clothes in our apartment. Where/how do we store our not clean, not dirty clothes?
Can medical providers commit extortion?
My regular doctor quit the medical group and I was assigned to a new doctor. Its the second time in three years. The new doctor wouldn't renew any of my prescriptions without seeing me first. During the office visit, we met, chit-chat a bit, and I get the refills. Now I get a bill for $198. (adjusted to $142 by my major medical coverage) The medical group is the having trouble retaining staff. Shouldn't this visit be on their dime? [more inside]
Best PAYG SIM for short-term visit to UK?
How can I be as wireless for two weeks in the UK as I am year round in the US? [more inside]
People paws?
If toes and fingers are digits, and arms and legs are appendages (limbs, extremities), what's the general anatomical term for hands and feet?
Working while "secretly" going to grad school to change careers
Going to graduate school to pursue a different profession while still working at my job? [more inside]
posted by Rae Datter at 10:46 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Rae Datter at 10:46 AM PST - 12 comments
Looking for resources regarding sustainability.
Zero waste is the topic. Turned up zero hits in my AskMeFi search. [more inside]
posted by valentinepig at 10:36 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by valentinepig at 10:36 AM PST - 8 comments
The True North Stands Alone
Recommendations for dystopian sci-fi, with a Canadian twist. [more inside]
posted by the dief at 10:20 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by the dief at 10:20 AM PST - 18 comments
Help me keep track of where I take my photos!
What is the best, cheapest option to add GeoTagging to my Nikon D50 pictures? [more inside]
lasik vs implantable contacts?
What are your thoughts on Lasik versus implantable contact lenses? [more inside]
What were the last films to be released in the VHS format in the UK and USA?
What were the last films to be released in the VHS format in the UK and USA? [more inside]
How do I move the location of my mac Music and Movies folders?
How do I turn "Movies" and "Music" folders in my Mac home folder into aliases? [more inside]
How do funeral homes control their odors?
This question is morbid, but I've always wanted the answer. How on earth do funeral parlors (especially those that do cremation) operate in neighborhoods or right next to them without smelling horrible? [more inside]
posted by mathowie at 9:27 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by mathowie at 9:27 AM PST - 15 comments
mac in the box
So i just got myself an iMac yesterday. Of course, I like it. But what cool things can I do with it that I probably don't know about? Also, what should I be concerned about or not do? I know a lot about Windows and PCs, but next to nothing about this fancy new machine on my desk.
Once a cheater, always a cheater
Playa de Carmen
Bachelor party in Playa De Carmen Mexico. Where should we stay? We would prefer a hotel that has all the amenities including pool, good food, beach, comfortable beds and nice showers.
Should we (can we) use a TV instead of a projector at work?
We are looking at the idea of using a flat-panel TV in our new conference room at work in lieu of a projector. The advantages of this would be that A) we could keep our existing lighting system, and B) it would look classier. Are there disadvantages to a setup this? Problems? Gotchas? And what kind of hardware should I be looking at? [more inside]
posted by fusinski at 9:05 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by fusinski at 9:05 AM PST - 11 comments
Recommend Storyboarding Animation Software
Can you recommend a good, cheap and/or free tool for storyboarding a stage production I'm about to direct? [more inside]
posted by bovious at 8:47 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by bovious at 8:47 AM PST - 4 comments
Save my sex life.
Sex is painful. I've been to the doctor, I've done what they told me to do. Sex is still painful. I know you are not a/my doctor, but please try to help me save my sex life. It's a long-ish one inside. [more inside]
How to mentally cope with constant music and sound
I'm in a living situation where there is a lot of constant, erratic noises throughout the day from repairs being made down the hall. There is nothing I can do about it for the time being, except suck it up and take it. My question is... [more inside]
Retro-metro(nome)?
Please refer me to a music shop (either online or in the MSP area) that sells classic metronomes (classic-looking, that is - either wood or metal).
Help me unerase a phone message
I deleted an important message from my answering machine. Is there any way I can unerase it? The machine in question is Panasonic KX-TG6051B. There is a secondary question below. [more inside]
More like St. Smellmo
Do you know a derogatory nickname for a town or city? [more inside]
It melted.
SOMEBODY in my household made a sandwich and left the empty bread wrapper draped over an electric burner on my stove. Which is now melted onto the coil. What is the easiest way to clean this off???
Hollywood sucks, help me find good movies.
Most movies released lately are bad, unoriginal, trying to be good but failing at it, remakes of good movies, etc, etc.
Look at the list of movies I really like, and suggest me some good movies in similar genre.
I like many different types of movies but I don't like purely romantic movies or movies that are too slow paced.
I don't like movies dealing with war or combat (action is very ok).
The below list is not all the movies I've ever seen, it's just a selection of the movies I enjoy the most.
They don't have to be older movies, as long as they are quality movies.
Thanks! [more inside]
Can I combine Zovirax & Abreva
So I have a cold sore coming on, and I have both Zovirax(Acyclovir) and Abreva(Docasonal) can I use both at the same time for a double dose of cold sore nuking ?
Please help me to not damage myself...
Barely competent homeowner question about siding and power washing. [more inside]
Responsibility for damages to car which struck our pet.
My dog got hit by a car this morning. She is not allowed out unleashed (normally) but got out this morning and ran in front of a car. There are a lot of snowbanks around so I do not fault the driver. However, his car was damaged a bit, front skirt. Should I offer to repair the damages?
The driver did stop and was very concerned for the dog.
Improving basic geography and cultural knowledge
I'm looking for books that will help me improve my basic knowledge of geography, other countries and cultures. [more inside]
posted by shirobara at 6:54 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by shirobara at 6:54 AM PST - 5 comments
Name that Irish tune!
[Music Filter] Looking for the name of an Irish sounding song I found online years ago. [more inside]
Doctor Referral
What is the logic in insurance companies requiring referrals from a primary care physician when you go to a specialist?
Inkjet or laser printer for reliability with really minimal use?
Will an inkjet or laser printer be more reliable if the printer will be turned off for 99.9% of its life? [more inside]
posted by puffmoike at 6:47 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by puffmoike at 6:47 AM PST - 18 comments
What will they do if I CAN'T turn on my laptop?
TSAfilter: will there be any problem getting a laptop without a battery through the carry-on checkpoint at my local (American) airport? [more inside]
kiss and told. Now what?
2 months before the wedding. Fiance kissed another man while drunk. Told me about it. Now what? [more inside]
Oh baby i'm gonna...
BirthControlFilter: My girlfriend believes that in order to be properly safe during sex (in this case baby free) 2 types of preventative measures should be used (condom + pulling out). Any hard facts to back that up? I believe just a condom used properly will be fine. [more inside]
Out of the Frying Pan into the Ire
What's the sticky glutinous gunk I get on the bottom of the pan when I try to fry rice? [more inside]
posted by YamwotIam at 2:51 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by YamwotIam at 2:51 AM PST - 23 comments
Help a first-time tutor get started!
FirstTimeTutorFilter: I'm plan to start tutoring Math, Chemistry, Physics and possibly ESL in January. Only problem is, I have *no idea what I'm doing*. Anyone have any textbooks, general teaching books, online certification courses, etc to recommend? [more inside]
Need ideas for activities in DC for end of the year.
I have to cancel my end of the year vacation plan because I have to find a place to move in the beginning of the year. I still want to have fun and enjoy my vacation. Any suggestions? [more inside]
When did the word 'fire' first start being used as meaning 'discharge your weapon'
When did the word 'fire' first start being used as meaning 'discharge your weapon' [more inside]
December 16
Why is my girlfriend's hair breaking so easily?
My girlfriend's hair comes out, too much! Every day she loses a small handful of it, and it won't grow past her shoulders very far. It's been this way for several years. What could be the cause of this? [more inside]
It would be easier to just assume I'm not saving enough for retirement...
Excel/OpenOffice: How can I use XIRR to show an estimated percentage return based on account deposits/withdrawals/balances? [more inside]
Advice for sleep apnea please.
Sleep apnea sufferers: Advice needed. Whats it like to have sleep apnea? What treatments have you been given? [more inside]
How to rig up a cheap system to photograph book pages
I'm after online resources about photographing a book. It may be that recommended sites photograph other objects but have systems readily adaptable for books. (Resources should preferably have images of the set-up and be aimed at say, an enthusiast but not a professional) [more inside]
posted by peacay at 10:13 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by peacay at 10:13 PM PST - 10 comments
Bejeweled.. But Not
Addictive online game filter: Help me find a certain online game I miss. It's 'sort of' similar to Bejeweled. [more inside]
posted by Mael Oui at 10:01 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by Mael Oui at 10:01 PM PST - 31 comments
Resize/Rename Images with PHP
Resizing/renaming images with PHP and keeping only the thumbnail [more inside]
Where I can I find the heavenly equivalent of form 27B Stroke 6?
How does the Chinese 'celestial bureaucracy' work? [more inside]
Cheney-Halliburton Connection
What's a good way to verify Dick Cheney's financial interest in Halliburton or lack thereof? [more inside]
posted by king walnut at 8:49 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by king walnut at 8:49 PM PST - 13 comments
What could possibly cause MySpace to kill my internet connection?
What could possibly MySpace to kill my internet connection? [more inside]
AlternaPod
What are some high-quality, legal downloading alternatives to iTunes that are compatible with the iPod? [more inside]
posted by Parasite Unseen at 7:48 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by Parasite Unseen at 7:48 PM PST - 23 comments
rot13($real_name)
I'm going to get a 'customer loyalty card' from Bloom's (aka upscale Food-Lion) supermarket. The terms and conditions don't mention anything about the validity of the information, and I know enough about security and datamining that I don't want to distribute that information.
Do they have a policy, or is there any way I could get caught using a fake name/address/telephone no, etc.?
Student Work/Travel
Help my daughter find a program allowing her to work/travel in Europe. [more inside]
What happens to a membership contract when the gym unexpectedly closes?
The gym I joined 6 weeks ago went belly up over the weekend and locked their doors. Supposedly a different gym not affiliated with the bankrupt gym is buying all the contracts, but nothing is clear at the moment. What are my rights in this situation? [more inside]
posted by 45moore45 at 6:50 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by 45moore45 at 6:50 PM PST - 9 comments
We are not the masters of subtitling yet
I (well, my boss) am/is inputting Chinese-language sub-station Alpha subtitles into VirtualDub for DVD's, and what comes out are, surprise surprise, piles of unicode. The citizens of the PRC are not known to be fluent in unicode, so what could be going wrong and how do I, his designated software monkey, fix it? [more inside]
Algorithm Challenge!
Algorithmfilter: I have a set of tasks and a set of workers. Tasks vary in size. Each task can be done by only some of the workers. How can I find a mapping from tasks to workers that minimizes the load on the the heaviest-loaded worker, and assigns all the work? [more inside]
posted by jewzilla at 6:35 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by jewzilla at 6:35 PM PST - 9 comments
What are the secrets of good homefries?
I love homefries. Omigod I love homefries. What are your secrets?
posted by unSane at 6:24 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by unSane at 6:24 PM PST - 36 comments
Help me make good tahini custard.
I am trying to replicate a recipe for vegan/macrobiotic tahini custard from Masao's Kitchen. I have tried a bunch of recipes but none come close. The original holds its shape well, but has a nice mushy custard feel, with all of this sweet syrup/juice around it. Does anyone have any good recipes for tahini custard that comes close to this? [more inside]
When does a company legally owe you a bonus that was promised in writing?
Does anyone here have experience with the legalities of performance bonuses as they apply to someone living in Canada? This is complicated. [more inside]
Recommend a book for Mom that lists old movies
For a Friend: Recommend a book that will list all the movies my mother would have seen back in the 50s, 60s, and 70s if she'd had the time. [more inside]
Mash me up
What software should be in my arsenal of weapons for making some wicked music mashups? [more inside]
Speedboat Scaredy-Cat
Remove my file tumor!
Can't get things deleted off my USB drive anymore. Think it's Windows-Media-Player-for-Mac's fault. [more inside]
posted by jinjo at 4:11 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by jinjo at 4:11 PM PST - 5 comments
It's a Federal Rap, No, it's a State Rap
Book Research Filter: How is jurisdiction determined when someone is arrested on Federal and State charges at the same time? [more inside]
You go, my brother! How to help?
My brother is about to achieve his dream and open a musicvenue/ restaurant / nightclub . I'm so very happy for him and want to offer encouragement. What would be a really good christmas gift in this vein? [more inside]
posted by mkim at 3:53 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by mkim at 3:53 PM PST - 10 comments
What are [A] [B] heading notes?
What are "heading notes"? This is a book publishing question, not computer programming. [more inside]
portable guitar with built-in amp/speaker?
Can you recommend a travel electric guitar with BUILT-IN AMP/SPEAKER? (more inside). [more inside]
Undereye wrinkle treatment that actually works to heal wrinkles?
Know of any products that heal undereye wrinkles? [more inside]
Which consulting job?
Entry-level consulting positions: graduating in May, I have two standing offers from consulting companies, one in Dallas and one in Manhattan. Help me choose! [more inside]
Download flash based games?
USAToday has embedded crosswords in Adobe .swf format: Is there any way to save these to my computer for later offline use? I tried Amazing Media Browser but it wants to re-download the game when I try to work the crossword.
Looking for an online D&D client.
I'm looking for a program that will simulate the experience of playing pen and paper Dungeons and Dragons, but allow online play. More inside. [more inside]
Just Say "No" to Merging
I'm freshly sprung on a new cutie. How do I take it slow? [more inside]
What is the name of the photography machine that takes 360 degree views of items?
There is a piece of photography equipment that helps you take 3D/rotatable product images. What is the name of this equipment or where can I find it? [more inside]
Is my laptop slowing the family desktop?
Is my laptop slowing the family desktop? [more inside]
posted by andythebean at 2:08 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by andythebean at 2:08 PM PST - 3 comments
Night spots in Sydney?
Which night spots should I hit in Sydney? I'm a 28-year-old single male and I'm mostly interested in French electro/house-type music (Daft Punk, Justice, Ed Banger, Kavinsky, etc). The centerpiece of my trip will be seeing Daft Punk at Never Ever Land. I will be there for a week and I do not know anyone there.
Thanks!
Just the two of us on Christmas morning
Ideas for temporary empty nesters on Christmas morning in Charlotte, NC? [more inside]
posted by phrits at 1:40 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by phrits at 1:40 PM PST - 6 comments
Are we six months from the Freep just reprinting the AP feeds?
What's going on at the Detroit Free Press? Terry Lawson and Mike Duffy have apparently accepted buyouts, and Susan Ager writes that she was going to, but then decided against. This is wild stuff - essentially the identity of the lifestyle section for the last decade+. Massive cost-cutting, some sort of housecleaning, or what? [more inside]
Don't get your honey where your money is.
How do I maintain positive relations with a group of work friends recently turned neighbors? [more inside]
cardio + shivving=dead?
Would getting a person to exercise before stabbing them cause them to die faster? [more inside]
posted by Bookhouse at 12:35 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by Bookhouse at 12:35 PM PST - 23 comments
acoustic/electric ukelele for around $400?
I'm looking for a good acoustic/electric ukulele to add to my collection of instruments. My budget max. is around $400. [more inside]
How can I help my boyfriend de-stress?
What can I do for my boyfriend when he's going through a rough patch? [more inside]
Small engine repair
Trying to dig ourselves out here in New England... snowblower problems... Anyone know how to find out what the sparkplug gap should be for a snowblower?? Can't seem to figure out how to find out on the web.
How's I-70 in January?
Translate "Maxime, si tu vis, cupio contendere tecum"?
Maxime, si tu vis, cupio contendere tecum. Need help translating this "detestable Latin hexameter" (well, that's what the 1911 Britannica called it, anyway). [more inside]
posted by mediareport at 11:17 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by mediareport at 11:17 AM PST - 15 comments
What movie is this line from: "Get out of my way!"
Can you help restore my sanity, where is this movie line from "Get out my way!" ? [more inside]
Delhi-gating Our Gift Budget
Broke-ass Americans taking a trip to India-- what to give as gifts to our hosts? (2007 update on someone else's AskMe question from 2005) [more inside]
How can I get them to leave me alone?
How can I get them to leave me alone? I have the court order. I have moved and rarely leave the house. So how do I get this person to leave me alone? [more inside]
posted by uh126 at 10:32 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by uh126 at 10:32 AM PST - 19 comments
Who will print and sell my photobooks and pay me commission?
I want to produce photobooks for sale. I would like to upload them to a printing site where others can go and see them and purchase them without further reference to me. They would deal directly with the printer. But I would like to receive a commission from the printer for each one sold. Does anyone know of a printer of photobooks who would provide this service or of a way I can achieve my objective?
posted by granma at 10:31 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by granma at 10:31 AM PST - 12 comments
Layover fun
What can I do today that is within walking distance of King station in Seattle? [more inside]
posted by yellowbkpk at 10:22 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by yellowbkpk at 10:22 AM PST - 6 comments
leaving the hermeneutics at the door, plzkthx
I want to make stuff and do stuff in the Boston area (accessible by the T) that's not intellectual and academic, and as a welcomed respite during grad school. A friend and I have been thinking about things like shop class (making stuff you can use is incredibly fulfilling!) or stilts walking, or something interesting and fun and active - besides a dance class, sports, or pottery class - that we can do with some regularity (once maybe twice a week). [more inside]
posted by raztaj at 10:18 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by raztaj at 10:18 AM PST - 8 comments
Marsala Usage
How long do I have to consume a bottle of opened Marsala? [more inside]
posted by mmascolino at 10:02 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by mmascolino at 10:02 AM PST - 4 comments
Can you recommend some piano music?
Recently I've realized that I enjoy listening to piano music, but I'm not really familiar with it. Can you recommend CDs/compilations/pieces that I might like? [more inside]
posted by Quidam at 9:58 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by Quidam at 9:58 AM PST - 29 comments
I'm squishy
I've never set foot in a gym or done any kind of non-phys-ed exercise... so how do I take advantage of my school's free gym? [more inside]
How can two critical AND sensitive people get along better?
How do two people who are both a) super-sensitive to criticism, real or imagined; b) prone to being critical toward others; and c) married manage to coexist peacefully? [more inside]
Can't we all just get along?
I'm looking for an external storage solution that will play nice with an XP Desktop and a Kubuntu laptop...preferably at the same time [more inside]
I have an STD, help me determine when to tell him. I'm pertified.
I have an STD and don't know what time is the right time in terms of telling the partner. Please help, I'm scared out of mind! [more inside]
Will my wife be eligible for Paid Family Leave?
My wife is pregnant and due in June. She works in health care and up until now has been working a few different part-time jobs, juggling shifts to get to more or less full-time equivalent. She is planning on taking paid family leave when the baby arrives. [more inside]
Can you recommend a website that will help me file my late tax returns?
Tsk, tsk. I still need to file my taxes from 2006. Is there any website you can recommend that will help me do this?
Where to buy computer stuff in UK?
Where to buy PC components in UK (both online and in store)? [more inside]
posted by Mave_80 at 9:41 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Mave_80 at 9:41 AM PST - 14 comments
Old JR maps?
Where can I find old Japan Rail maps? I saw hand-painted bird's eye perspective JR maps like this at the Tokyo Hands department store while traveling, but don't have the language skills to navigate their website.
Looking for a key-alarm as a Christmas present for my aunt
Looking for a key-alarm as a Christmas present for my aunt [more inside]
I have at least two and as many as seven overhead projectors. Now what?
Because of the relocation of a friends' academic department, I have come into possession of at least two, and potentially up to 7 overhead projectors. Besides selling them (which I am looking into) and donating them (which I will do if I can't put them to good use) what are some creative, interesting, or generally mind-blowing uses can I find for them? [more inside]
posted by cadastral at 8:04 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by cadastral at 8:04 AM PST - 16 comments
When you can take the pebble from my lips, Grasshopper, I will have taught you well.
How do you teach someone to be a better kisser? Can you? [more inside]
Is quitting my job crazy?
Is it crazy to consider quitting my job? I'm giving myself a deadline of four months so I have time to prepare. [more inside]
SM question?? (very personal)
SM question?? (very personal) [more inside]
History at home.
What historic moments have happened at home? [more inside]
Firefox Frozen
Computer geniuses of all stripes: What the heck happened?? I hit the back button in Firefox, using OSX 10.4.11, and I got this page!. I can't force quit Firefox, I can't shut down the computer (it times out), and I can't access the window that's behind the one shown in the picture!! Of course I could 'hard' reset the computer - but my questions are these.... [more inside]
Umm, so where abouts is the off button?
I can't stop thinking, and it's destroying my life! I over think and over analyse every damn situation, it's causing me major depression and stealing my sleep, so how do I stop? [more inside]
How to back up my business?
I'm looking for a hassle free, preferably automated backup system for a small business (1 desktop computer). [more inside]
help me do this push up exercese
How to do this push-up exercise from 5BX?
I am working through the 5BX exercise program and got up to Chart 3. Exercise 4 in this chart is a form of push-up that i find almost impossible to perform properly. More inside [more inside]
Dual-personality dogs.
What to do about a normally friendly dog, who has a bloodlust for veterinarians? [more inside]
posted by Jimbob at 3:52 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by Jimbob at 3:52 AM PST - 21 comments
Online Fans of Showtime at the Apollo Theater?
Where can I find online communities who discuss the syndicated American television program Showtime at the Apollo? [more inside]
Beer/Liquor or Liquor/Beer?
"Liquor then beer, you're in the clear; beer then liquor, never been sicker." Is this true, and if so, why? [more inside]
December 15
Money for nothing
I owe about $40K and just inherited $20K. Invest or pay down debt? [more inside]
Need help with a worship song key change transition
Church worship leader needs help with a key change transition for a Christmas song! [more inside]
How DO they do it?
How do those internet ads that reference your hometown (or a reasonable facsimile) get that information and use it? Furthermore, is there any way to stop it? [more inside]
posted by phaded at 10:24 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by phaded at 10:24 PM PST - 15 comments
What can I do to get a cheap degree?
What's a good cheap way to get a degree online? I've seen a lot of ads for doing so, but upon investigation they are extremely expensive. I'm not overly concerned about having a degree from a well-respected college, but I'd like to have a degree. [more inside]
posted by Kickstart70 at 10:24 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Kickstart70 at 10:24 PM PST - 15 comments
Parking during snow in Chicago
How does Chicago's "No Parking if snow is over 2 inches" rule work out in practice? Are the blocks of cars parked on my street (Sheridan at 7600 N) all going to be towed overnight and tomorrow morning? [more inside]
posted by ztdavis at 9:54 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by ztdavis at 9:54 PM PST - 18 comments
"From now on, we'll have to muddle through somehow/So have yourself a Merry Little Christmas now."
"Emotionally ambivalent" Christmas Songs? [more inside]
Looking for a VERY specific HDD enclosure...
Calling to the hive mind! Is anyone aware of a (reasonably priced (sub $150)) external hard drive (or, better, HDD enclosure) that meets the following specifications? [more inside]
What to do about moldy walls and a bad landlord.
What to do about moldy walls and a bad landlord. [more inside]
posted by radiocontrolled at 8:29 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by radiocontrolled at 8:29 PM PST - 7 comments
where can I find dramatic stills of lion taking down buffalo?
where can I find dramatic stills of lion taking down buffalo? [more inside]
Evolution of the Rock Biography
When did the genre of "rock biography" become what it is today? [more inside]
Brainy/cultural escapes in Utah?
In the spirit of DIY-holiday gifts, we're trying to put together a handmade travel/survival guide for the 4-month sabbatical our folks/in-laws will be spending in Orem, Utah from January through April of this coming year. [more inside]
posted by shelbaroo at 6:36 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by shelbaroo at 6:36 PM PST - 5 comments
Who makes personalized bath products?
What web site provides a "Design Your Own" service for unique personalized bath abd body products? [more inside]
posted by campy at 6:32 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by campy at 6:32 PM PST - 5 comments
Learn to speak French via podcast?
What are the best (free) podcasts for learning languages? [more inside]
Where to buy retro, printed leggings?
Where can I buy retro 80's / 90's fluorescent leggings like these? Is there a specific name for them? I've been searching for months without any luck.
I love my girlfriend, but I don't want to go south of the border
My girlfriend is having second thoughts about what she wants out of life. This could lead to a change and possible end our relationship. I'm scared. [more inside]
What is the name of this book or story?
Looking for the name of a book I read as a youngster. [more inside]
posted by TheClonusHorror at 5:18 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by TheClonusHorror at 5:18 PM PST - 5 comments
Can't remember a movie!
Gah...
I was just asked. There's a martial arts movie where one of the characters blocks a punch from an attacker and then walks his hands up the opponent's arm and body locking him in place (using pressure points).
I can vaguely see the scenes (I'm pretty sure it happens more than once), but neither I nor my friends can remember the movie.
Help me hive mind, you're my only help.
posted by Ikazuchi at 4:57 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Ikazuchi at 4:57 PM PST - 13 comments
bail bond
If I post bail bond (in Florida for larceny and grand theft), for a relative via a credit card the bond agent wants me to sign 6 pages of legalese documents including a promissory note to a Texas bank @ 12% interest'.
i thought this was a 1 way transaction.
can anyone tell me what's this about.? can't find anything on the Net.
How to set Open Office Writer language and font settings for good?
How do I keep language settings and fonts consistent in Open Office Writer (2.3.1)? [more inside]
ew.
Why do I get severe nasal congestion after I have, um, stomach problems? Horrific details follow. [more inside]
Greening an in accessible but highly visible space . . .
Guerilla Gardening: I need a tree/shrub/bush that can survive on low sunglight and be planted via aerial bombardment. [more inside]
What regular things do you look forward to?
What regular things do you look forward to? [more inside]
posted by katala at 3:36 PM PST - 72 comments
posted by katala at 3:36 PM PST - 72 comments
Pot Paranoia
What is it about marijuana that can make the user feel paranoid?
Best. New Year's. Party. Ever.
I'm planning a New Year's Eve party, and I'm looking for inspiration. Have you attended a great New Year's Eve party in the past? What elements made it so successful?
How do I weed my book collection?
Due to space restrictions, how do I bid farewell to my home library? [more inside]
electronica double entendres
I need another electronic music themed double entendre for my boyfriend's Xmas gift. [more inside]
posted by Juliet Banana at 1:59 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Juliet Banana at 1:59 PM PST - 10 comments
Add Or Remove Programs Washed Out
I seemingly lost a bunch of programs from the Add/Remove programs list. Some programs are still listed, but many of them are gone.
There are some programs I would like to uninstall (like Y! Messenger for example), but they're not listed in the Add/Remove Programs list nor do they have an uninstall option.
What can I do?
I'm running Windows XP
USPS shipping options?
USPS will ship an inflated ball without it being packaged (sendaball.com), it just sticks the postage information right on the ball.. My question is, what other items can be shipped this way, without being packaged in a box? I want to send something nifty to my niece this Christmas season!
Noise Reduction Software for the Mac
What do you think is the best noise reduction software out there for the Mac? Right now I'm using Photoshop CS2, which sometimes has positive affects, sometimes very little. I know the best solution is to know what I'm doing with my camera, but I just 'upgraded" to a Nikon D200 and am still learning the ropes. I've been using a 18-200 f3.4 VR lens, which is great, but which produces extraordinary noise when zoomed far in on subjects. I know I know, another case of a newbie with a camera out of his league, but I'm learning! [more inside]
How can I wash a furry toy without ruining it?
My daughter has a stuffed kitten ("soft kitty") and lo, the whiteness and furriness of it is surpassing. When I washed its predecessor ("matted kitty") its fur became less-white and the fibres less separate. How can I wash the new one (whose odor doth verily surpass an outhouse) while retaining its new appearance?
The fur is synthetic and the animal is a white "Animal Alley" kitten, if that helps.
How to unstick videotape?
How do I prevent an old video tape from sticking? [more inside]
Why does YouTube think I'm Polish?
Why is YouTube directing me to the Polish version in Firefox? [more inside]
posted by champthom at 11:10 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by champthom at 11:10 AM PST - 9 comments
digital camera condensation problem
What to do about digital camera condensation problem? [more inside]
posted by dawson at 11:01 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by dawson at 11:01 AM PST - 9 comments
How can I sleep with a yelping dog?
I recently moved in to a small manhattan apartment which I share with a small dog that decides to bark in his high-pitched yelp during the middle of the night 2-3 days a week. [more inside]
crop rotation in the 14th century was considerably more widespread after....
Photoshop question about the crop tool ? why cant i crop exactly what i see on the screen ? [more inside]
Meaningful charity for picky recipient
What's a good charity to give money to in someone's name as a Christmas gift? Caveats: The intended recipients are quite concerned with poverty and the third world. Ideally, the charity will send some kind of card that I can give the recipient to inform him, and they would send the card in time for a December 25th exchange. [more inside]
What happened to the bad guys? Did they get away with it?
How do I find out the results of a trial?
Every so often you hear about a murder or crime or something and somebody gets arrested. But it seems like you rarely hear how it ends. For instance, this one has bugged me for a long time. As much as I search, I just want to know what happened to the guys they arrested.
Where do people look for how things end?
posted by CrazyJoel at 9:51 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by CrazyJoel at 9:51 AM PST - 11 comments
How do they make rodeo horses buck?
How do they make rodeo horses/bulls buck? [more inside]
Long road trip/ young kids!
We are driving from New Hampshire to St. Louis over a two day period (12/26 - 12/27) with our 3 1/2 and 2 year old children. Any suggestions for keeping our sanity on this 20 hour drive (and the return trip 7 days later)? [more inside]
posted by beachhead2 at 8:44 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by beachhead2 at 8:44 AM PST - 11 comments
Gorilla me this...
Gorillas -- does anyone know of a good online (or near Seattle) source for large, good quality pictures of gorillas, suitable for framing? [more inside]
posted by Pantengliopoli at 8:25 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Pantengliopoli at 8:25 AM PST - 9 comments
Best (Cheapest) Long Term Parking at San Jose International?
Best (Cheapest) Long Term Parking at San Jose International? [more inside]
What do Wii need?
We bought a Wii for the kids for Christmas and we're trying to find out what accessories are musts. [more inside]
posted by cooker girl at 8:19 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by cooker girl at 8:19 AM PST - 22 comments
Chopping lemongrass makes me want to chop off my hand
The boy and I are trying to make a sort of bulk Thai seasoning paste, which we've previously freezed in portions pretty successfully. One thing is holding us back, though -- the absolute )*&^&*$ we have to go through to chop the lemongrass properly. What with us using a pound or two of lemongrass, even chopping it roughly to do the rest in the food processor is a pain (literally), and the last time we did this we ended up with a whole bunch of stringy bits. Yes, we've peeled off the outer layers and chopped off the tough bit at the bottom; we typically use a large, properly sharpened chef's knife. Any other tips?
remote PC access that support twin-screens.
Looking for remote PC access that support twin-screens.
I use Logmein but it doesnt seem to support twin-screens. Is there any remote PC access / control software that supports multiple screens?
posted by priorpark17 at 7:01 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by priorpark17 at 7:01 AM PST - 11 comments
Cutting up the government's visa card
Why don't large organisations make more use of capital investment? [more inside]
posted by greytape at 6:45 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by greytape at 6:45 AM PST - 14 comments
Warm the cockles of my heart!
Every Monday, I look forward to the Metropolitan Diary column in the New York Times. Can anyone recommend similar columns, podcasts, etc. for me to try? [more inside]
Wanna be a once-a-day man
Help me go to the toilet less often! [more inside]
How do I ask for a part-time job from my full-time employer?
What is the best way to ask my current employer to offer me a part-time position? I'm a single young male with no other responsibilities or commitments. [more inside]
Does basil taste like pot for anyone else?
Does basil fried rice taste like marijuana to anyone else, or is it just me? Am I tasting the spice wrong? [more inside]
We don't need no stinkin' macs!
I need help in stopping my campus IT group from their hostile tolerance of macs to outright banning of them on campus though a multi-platform environment is supported in the rest of the university system. Long explanation to follow... [more inside]
How much do you spend on your spouse at Christmas?
How much do you spend on Christmas presents for your significant other / spouse (don't worry, you can give me a percentage!) [more inside]
Red hot Chilli Peppers
I have just been given a load of fresh chillies by a colleague at work. Apart from using them in a Chilli or a curry not really sure what else to use them for. One thought I have had is make a chilli sauce. Any tips on the best way to make a chilli sauce?
posted by lloyder at 3:42 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by lloyder at 3:42 AM PST - 10 comments
Things to do in chicago in December
What should I do in Chicago this weekend? [more inside]
Anonymous Hep A, B, and HIV testing.
I am looking for places that do anonymous testing for Hep B, Hep A and HIV. [more inside]
December 14
Is there such a thing as an 'invisible' virus?
Is there such a thing as an 'invisible' virus - have biologists stumbled across any 'diseases' that have no noticeable symptoms?
posted by unmake at 11:58 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by unmake at 11:58 PM PST - 20 comments
How to avoid unwanted student loan deferment
My student loans were put on deferment against my will -- how do I prevent this from happening in the future? [more inside]
Why is ham pork and not not pork?
Why is ham a pork thing? Are other meats preserved in this way around the world? [more inside]
Web display/edit of complex algorithms
Visual Web Interfaces for Workflows - I have a complex workflow that I need users to be able to set up quickly and easily. I need suggestions and examples on how to visually / interface-wise represent this complex workflow. [more inside]
How soon can we access the proceeds from a house?
I live in Illinois and just sold a house that I own. How soon after closing will I be able to access the funds that I will receive from the sale of the house? [more inside]
posted by shawnmk at 9:57 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by shawnmk at 9:57 PM PST - 5 comments
My girlfriend's new dog is threatening our relationship
I hate my girlfriends little dog. I told her not to get it from the beginning. It's going to break us up. [more inside]
posted by gradient at 9:54 PM PST - 54 comments
posted by gradient at 9:54 PM PST - 54 comments
How much to charge for freelance gig?
How much to charge for a (new) freelance job in graphic design? [more inside]
posted by thisisnotkatrina at 9:39 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by thisisnotkatrina at 9:39 PM PST - 12 comments
Help me move to the Netherlands!
I think I want to move to the Netherlands. Help! [more inside]
posted by fogster at 9:27 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by fogster at 9:27 PM PST - 12 comments
What is the origin and reasoning for abbreviating "contract" as "K"?
What is the origin and reasoning for abbreviating "contract" as "K"?
And why is there a goat?
What's up with Yahoo?
What's up with Yahoo! Am I alone or are there problems? [more inside]
posted by bach at 6:57 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by bach at 6:57 PM PST - 14 comments
Help me find my daughter's perfect dance dress...
I am looking for a particular kind of skirt to give my daughter for Christmas. She's a dancer, and she's looking for a particular black dress with a ragged hemline (angular, or slanted, I'm not sure what to call it). We have seen them all over the place on other girls, but never FOUND one on the web or in stores. Picture inside. [more inside]
How can we afford these prescriptions?
Prescription medication for uninsured. [more inside]
get out of my head baby dango!
ObviousFilter: What current hip-hop song has a chorus that goes "I'm rich, can't help the money I spend, (something something) car I'm driving..."? [more inside]
posted by kidsleepy at 5:24 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by kidsleepy at 5:24 PM PST - 6 comments
Car rental insurance, yea or nay?
Driving from Denver to Portland and back in a rental car, in January.... [more inside]
posted by yodelingisfun at 5:15 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by yodelingisfun at 5:15 PM PST - 7 comments
What to get for a new teacher?
Gifts for soon-to-be teachers? [more inside]
Jogging down memory lane.
Anyone familiar with nursery schools or grade schools in the East Los Angeles or Pico Rivera, CA, area in the mid-to-late '70s? A name to go with the memories would be most welcome. [more inside]
YouTube on the blog
Is there a straightforward and cheapish way - let's say ready-made software, or a web-based service - to create a dynamically-updated and custom-designed selection of YouTube movies on a blog? [more inside]
posted by londongeezer at 4:56 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by londongeezer at 4:56 PM PST - 4 comments
Must-see/read/listen items from New Zealand?
Looking for recommendations of great New Zealand movies, tv, books, music, etc. Would be best if it is available in the US, but if not, it's not a dealbreaker. [more inside]
Sync Our Flix!
Can time heal a fractured bone?
What would happen if you fractured a bone and never got it treated? [more inside]
I need them to show me the money ... now how do I ask for it?
I low-balled myself when called about a job prospect. How can I turn that around in the interview? [more inside]
posted by notjustfoxybrown at 3:41 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by notjustfoxybrown at 3:41 PM PST - 11 comments
How to keep my calendars synchronised?
I want to synchronise calendar information between my Outlook 2007 and Google Apps for my domain. [more inside]
Who's written fiction within the last 5-10 years that deals realistically with the experience of American people under 40? Please recommend!
Who's written fiction within the last 5-10 years, that deals realistically with the experience of American people under 40? [more inside]
Brain in 2nd Gear
I'm awake by 7 AM, but don't feel truly mentally "awake" and in the "zone" till the afternoon. Caffeine and exercise early in the morning help a little, but mainly they seem to affect my physical energy more than my mental energy.
Does anyone else feel this way, and what can I do to get my brain up to speed earlier in the day?
Cheddar Bay Biscuits >>>> FOOD
Help me find the right cheese to make Red Lobster's Cheddar Bay Biscuits. [more inside]
posted by spec80 at 2:28 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by spec80 at 2:28 PM PST - 9 comments
Is it Safe?
Question regarding the real-life legality of Marijuana dispensaries in California. A friend of a friend invested in semi-passive ownership in some dispensaries, and apparently it’s paying out very handsomely for him... [more inside]
How much will I save in taxes by donating this item?
I've never really understood the economics of donating something valuable like a car for a tax write off. I am wondering what I will save in taxes by donating this item versus selling it. I'm having trouble calculating the exact value of the tax deduction to me... [more inside]
How dI record an mp3?
Quick and easy mp3 recording? [more inside]
Best Lighting Solution For A Vanity
How can I add lights to a table-style vanity for best results (i.e. applying makeup, etc.)? [more inside]
posted by zephyrian at 1:52 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by zephyrian at 1:52 PM PST - 3 comments
Convince family to let me help others?
Should I try to convince my aunt that one person's Christmas present can make a difference? [more inside]
How big will that kitty in the window be?
How can I figure out how long/tall/big my kitten will grow to be? [more inside]
posted by MeetMegan at 1:41 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by MeetMegan at 1:41 PM PST - 18 comments
Two hd tv's, digital cable and a Series 2 Tivo.
Two hd tv's, digital cable and a Series 2 Tivo. what to do? [more inside]
Give me a fire by Christmas, please!
What, if any, are the effects of express warranties by landlord and landlord's agents under New Jersey landlord tenant law? [more inside]
posted by bunnycup at 1:24 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by bunnycup at 1:24 PM PST - 6 comments
How much can one mind hold?
Is there a limit to the human brain's storage capacity? [more inside]
posted by trokair at 12:55 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by trokair at 12:55 PM PST - 26 comments
Find me a hat like Ricky's argyle cap
Where can I get a hat like the argyle cap that Ricky Lizalde wears on Project Runway? It's a kangol-style cap with a black/white/gray argyle pattern. [more inside]
vt-100?
At the 1:30 mark of this 1985 Live Aid video, there's a computer terminal behind the keyboard player. It looks very much like a DEC VT-100. What would it have been used for on stage?
posted by Armitage Shanks at 12:31 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Armitage Shanks at 12:31 PM PST - 8 comments
Santeria eye
Anyone familiar with the wooden/ceramic (?) "eye" that is mounted over doorways by adherents of Santeria. [more inside]
I'm all googled out! Please help MeFites...
Broken Promises: Looking for stories of the damage that broken promises can cause an individual. Can be personal (maybe childhood stories), read somewhere(biographies?), recommendations where to find them, etc. Preferably something that can be easily told within a couple of minutes...Any help is appreciated!
Looking for something a little different to listen to
Looking for good, guitar-driven new music that rocks, but that's away from the early 80s influenced, quirky indie pop that's been so ubiquitous of late. Can you help? [more inside]
posted by psmealey at 11:37 AM PST - 44 comments
posted by psmealey at 11:37 AM PST - 44 comments
I want a kik-ass MIDI suite. And a pony.
I need new MIDI sequencing/editing software. Something as close to Logic as possible, given that I'm using a Windows PC at home. [more inside]
posted by lekvar at 11:31 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by lekvar at 11:31 AM PST - 12 comments
Breathe, breathe in the air...
Not to start a fight but I am curious about this one...If the entire atmosphere is 100% and nitrogen is 89% and the inert gases are 0.9% and the rest is the O2 we breathe and more and more CO2 is being made [carbon burning made that is] from that O2 and not going back out of the system as released O2 will we see a drop in the amount of O2 we have to breathe?
Does the actual % of the various gases get checked on by anyone?
And would we see it first decline at higher altitudes or in the deaths of animals who need more O2 for their specific needs..........which ones are the mine canaries here?
I don't want to make New Year's Resolutions. I want to actually get stuff done!
It’s almost the New Year! There’s a lot I want to accomplish in 2008, but I find New Year’s Resolutions to be kinda lame, plus I always end up forgetting them by February. I’d like some sort of substitute that will get me excited about self-improvement right away and still keep me going strong for months/years to come. Ritual value is nice, but more importantly, it has to work. [more inside]
A personalized gift
A cheap, nice alternative to Neighborhoodies? [more inside]
What do people mean about Bill Clinton's perceived "blackness"?
Civil rights leader Andrew Young on Bill Clinton: "Bill is every bit as black as Barack. He's probably gone with more black women than Barack". Where and why did the "Bill Clinton is black" meme start? [more inside]
posted by deern the headlice at 11:09 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by deern the headlice at 11:09 AM PST - 14 comments
What is the best codec, settings and software to backup animation (Disney, Pixax) DVDs?
What is the best codec, settings and software to backup animation (Disney, Pixax) DVDs? [more inside]
DIY Music Toys
DIY Music Toys - The DIY Music Box Kit is the kind of thing I'm looking for. I've also got enough links and resources about circuit bending toys, etc. What other music doo-dad toys are out there for not-so-serious music making?
martial arts for kids in San Diego
I've got a friend with an adopted son. The kid has some adjustment problems from his early treatment and adjustment here. She's looking at using meds to change his behavior. I think that's not a great idea and she should look to enrolling him in martial arts classes. They are in San Diego. Can anyone recommend a program in that area? [more inside]
posted by diode at 10:42 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by diode at 10:42 AM PST - 13 comments
Focus on the Issues
What are the major issues for the 2008 presidential race, and what are the best links that support your view of those issues? [more inside]
CCTV for remote locations
I have a need for a CCTV system in an area with no power or wired connections. The images/video would only need to be retrieved in the event of a break in or something of that ilk. What are my options? [more inside]
How do I easily and effortlessly find out DEFINITIVELY if a song is in the Public Domain for free use in a TV show?
Here is an example... My Boss: "We want to use the Can Can song. Our music guy has done a recording for us. Is it in the Public Domain?" Me: "Yes. The composer, J. Offenbach, has been deceased since 1880 and if we are doing our own arrangement we are fine." My Bosses Boss: "About 5 years ago, I tried to clear this song for use in a TV production and discovered that it was NOT in the Public Domain. Elle Vator, can you research this and let us know the answer two months ago?" [more inside]
New kinds of dryers in the US?
Are there any companies in the US which sell either heat pump or mechanical steam compression dryers? [more inside]
Ink as a coping strategy?
Why did my brother's suicide attempt make me want to get a tattoo? And should I? [more inside]
posted by greekphilosophy at 9:47 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by greekphilosophy at 9:47 AM PST - 33 comments
Tag relevance voting on amazon.com
I'm doing some research, a timeline, on the evolution of user-experience on the web. I know, via AskMeFi (thank you!) that it was late in 2005 when amazon.com began testing tagging in general but does anyone know, specifically, when amazon.com began allowing users to flag or vote on the relevance of individual tags?
posted by bz at 9:39 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by bz at 9:39 AM PST - 2 comments
Help a future cheater to never exist
Resources to help a young person understand plagiarism and why it's bad. [more inside]
Saul Williams-esque
So, I was listening to the new Saul Williams album and its awesome. Can you recommend other more intellectual hip hop.
webcam for EEE?
Webcam that is compatible with the Asus EEE surf? [more inside]
Help with bar code fonts/software
Please recommend a program that would create Interleaved 2 of 5 barcodes. [more inside]
I need to purify the air for someone else
I've got a sick basement, I need to fix it. [more inside]
How do I make a sweet web-enabled office jukebox?
What's the best way to create an office jukebox with a web interface? [more inside]
What digital camera should I buy?
New digital camera purchase help! [more inside]
Help Me Find Flick's Hat
Where can I get a hat like this? I'm looking for an adult-sized hat exactly like this, with the goggles and everything. Thank you!
posted by interrobang at 8:36 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by interrobang at 8:36 AM PST - 9 comments
What to do when your s-o doesn't come through in a pinch
Tonight my car broke down and my girlfriend refused to come help me. [more inside]
Are there other ways to gain trust other than acts of honesty and time passing?
Is there any other way (other than the passing of time and being completely truthful) to help better regain someone's trust after a lie or two has been committed? [more inside]
Would my roommate's boyfriend's surprise appearance be unwanted?
My roommate's long-distance boyfriend asked me to help him surprise her. But I'm afraid he might be the one who gets surprised, if she's sleeping with someone else (I'm not sure). What do I do? [more inside]
I want to know what why my grandma died. But I don't want any of my family to know that I want to know. Do I have options?
Besides researchers, In the US, who is allowed access to a person's Protected Health Information (tm) after they're dead? Who can get their death certificate (listing cause of death)? If these people aren't me, what can I do to cope with feeling that a loved one died because of someone's uncaring/ineptitude/etc? [more inside]
What was the name of that flamenco record?
Help me find a traditional Spanish flamenco record from my past! [more inside]
Bad memory of good memories- reconcile the difference!
Hazy childhood memories of books I read. Can you help me identify them? [more inside]
posted by zennoshinjou at 8:07 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by zennoshinjou at 8:07 AM PST - 7 comments
Best of Rest-of-World TV
Which are the good/acclaimed live-action television shows from around the world outside of US/UK/Canada? [more inside]
Help me get a 93' Club Car working...
My dumbass friend bought a well-used golf cart. Without a charger. or working batteries. Help us get it running. [more inside]
Rainbows please
In the Bay Area, where can I find a selection of prisms to buy? [more inside]
Voice over internal modem?
Is it possible to use the modem in an iBook running Tiger to send and receive voice messages? [more inside]
This could be a long-shot even for AskMe
In middle school I read a story about time-travel. Can you help me identify it based on these inaccurate and erratic details? [more inside]
posted by sambosambo at 7:01 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by sambosambo at 7:01 AM PST - 4 comments
What's a single word that means "propeller beanie?"
my apps have short term memory!
my apps are acting funny when they start up [more inside]
Help me Popup!
JavaScript filter: popups, mouse over, toggle display. HELP - I'm not a developer! [more inside]
stock prices
How are stock prices determined at the exchange? [more inside]
SJU to Fajardo
Cheap and reliable way to get from San Juan Int'l to Fajardo Ferry Terminal, PR? [more inside]
posted by not_on_display at 5:59 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by not_on_display at 5:59 AM PST - 6 comments
NYC on Xmas Eve:
I'm going to be in New York with my dad on Christmas Eve. What should I expect, crowd- and activity-wise? [more inside]
What do you wish you would have asked?
What questions do I NEED to ask during the inspection of the home I just bought? Also, what questions should I ask the seller/seller's agent during the inspection? [more inside]
email oddness
Mysteriously changing email image attachment? [more inside]
Eat 'em before they get mouldy!
Why do my banana muffins go so mouldy so quickly? [more inside]
posted by Mutant at 12:44 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Mutant at 12:44 AM PST - 14 comments
December 13
Making Complex Connection Webs
If I have the data "A is friends with B, B is dating C, C is cousin of A, D is old schoolmate of B" etc, how can I easily make a chart of everyone's connections to each other? This should preferably be software, as trying to map it out manually is way too timeconsuming and difficult.
posted by divabat at 11:51 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by divabat at 11:51 PM PST - 16 comments
Romantic (small) Hotel or B&B in Seattle
Looking for a small hotel or bed and breakfast in Seattle (or close by, but not in the San Juan Islands), with water views that is romantic. Perhaps within a one hour or so drive of Seattle.
posted by america4 at 11:42 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by america4 at 11:42 PM PST - 5 comments
Book suggestions for a new manager
I'm looking for suggestions for books for a person new to management. [more inside]
Blogger: Isn't there some quote about liberty vs. security?
I don't use blogger, but I post comments on a blog that does. I happen to run my own blog (impressed?), which I used to link through Blogger's "URL" field. Apparently Google has removed that field from the commenting form. Instead it goes to my "Blogger Profile" which of course is empty, and even if were full, it still couldn't link to my self-hosted blog. What is Google thinking? Anyhow, is OpenID my friend?
My new Macbook screen has poor contrast and doesn't have to vividness expected from glossy screens. Is this normal?
My new Macbook screen has poor contrast and doesn't have to vividness expected from glossy screens. Is this normal or did I get one with a bad screen?
How can I tone down my red lips?
I'm a dude and have very red lips. How can I change this? [more inside]
posted by Jbgohlke at 10:06 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by Jbgohlke at 10:06 PM PST - 36 comments
Why 'argument'?
Why do mathematicians (and/or programmers) describe information passed to a function as an 'argument'? [more inside]
posted by b33j at 9:31 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by b33j at 9:31 PM PST - 14 comments
Car vs SUV rental for winter driving?
What is the best rental car option for winter driving? I am going to be renting a car in Boston and driving up to Vermont. The rental agencies won't guarantee a car with 4 wheel drive. So am i better off with a regular car or an SUV?
sim cards and cell phones
I have a t-mobile cell phone, which I hate. It accepts a sim card. Can I buy a t-mobile branded phone off of ebay and pop my sim card in and have everything work? T-Mobile isn't being very helpful; they'd rather I buy a new cell phone.
posted by boo_radley at 9:04 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by boo_radley at 9:04 PM PST - 16 comments
traveling with oxygen
I'm working to transfer a person on oxygen from San Diego to Oregon. It's a long trip and this person is mostly wheelchair bound. Overexertion causes breathlessness and anxiety. We are trying to effect this ourselves and the oxygen is proving the most problematic. At 12 liter flow, getting enough oxygen is a major technical issue if moving by vehicle. We're talking a 3 day trip with a stop halfway in Watsonville for a day. [more inside]
I've got an itchy trigger finger and a runny nose
Why does the cold virus always make my index finger itch? [more inside]
Proposing in New York
ProposalFilter: I'm proposing in New York City tomorrow, can a New Yorker or someone with good city knowledge make sure my plan will work alright? [more inside]
What toy would make a 10-year-old's eyes all aglow?
I'm seeking affordable gift ideas for a 10-year-old boy we've "adopted." [more inside]
posted by justonegirl at 7:39 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by justonegirl at 7:39 PM PST - 30 comments
Yeah, what you have right here is your classic kangaroo court.
Multiple requests for dismissal in a trial I just took part in were denied, even though they seemed to be extremely basic and logical. Do I have any recourse? [more inside]
posted by joshrholloway at 7:37 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by joshrholloway at 7:37 PM PST - 38 comments
How do you... give gifts?
How can I become a great giver of gifts? [more inside]
How to get the Vista Search Indexer to index all of my files?
How can I get the Vista Search Indexer to index and find all of my files? [more inside]
What are some good dental anthroplogy texts?
What are some good books focusing on dental anthropology and evolution? [more inside]
How technical/specific should my grad school personal statement be?
Grad School Filter: How technical and specific should my statement of purpose for my Computer Science PhD application be? [more inside]
2 Good 2 Be 4 Gotten
I'm compiling a list of popular bon mots of the kind that are usually written in yearbooks, memory books, autograph books, etc. Things that are typically written by adolescents and teenagers to their friends and classmates. [more inside]
Targeting Hiring Managers
Targeting Hiring Managers Through Online Professional Networks [more inside]
Where should we go to watch the meteor showers, near San Francisco?
Where would be the best place to go to view the meteor shower tonight? The shorter the drive from San Francisco, the better. [more inside]
How to get scrollwheel-clicking to open links in a new tab in Firefox?
The scrollwheel-click has suddenly stopped working in Firefox. I don't recall making any changes in preferences, but all of a sudden, what used to open up links in new tabs, no longer does so. Instead wheel-clicking on a link does nothing. Any idea how to fix this problem? I feel like I'm browsing with one less finger! (Mac OSX.4.11, Firefox 2.0.0.11, Safari is unaffected by the problem.) [more inside]
Where's a photo booth in the twin cities?
I'm looking for a photo booth near Minneapolis, MN or preferably, in the western suburbs (Minnetonka, Plymouth, etc.). A Google search brings up lots of people willing to rent out a photo booth but I just need a few pictures. [more inside]
"And then they made a stew out of blanched chicory root and ostrich feet."
Please to recommend novels that could function as survival manuals. [more inside]
What happens if I eat moisturizer?
"For external use only." Okay... what if I eat it? [more inside]
posted by dobbs at 4:51 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by dobbs at 4:51 PM PST - 36 comments
Need medical/health spa vacation suggestions
My husband needs some time away from the rat race and from us rats (his family). Any suggestions for a health or medical spa/resort where he could spend a week long vacation? [more inside]
posted by notcomputersavvy06 at 4:25 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by notcomputersavvy06 at 4:25 PM PST - 4 comments
All the Zappa catch phrases?
So I'd like to compile a list--better or at least easier to peruse than the ones I've found on the interwebs--of all of those crazy catch phrases Frank Zappa used on all his records and at shows. So far I have "It's a way of life" and "Add water; makes it own sauce!", both from Joe's Garage. Maybe there's a great site I'm missing 'cause it's got no GoogleJuice?
posted by littlerobothead at 4:07 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by littlerobothead at 4:07 PM PST - 7 comments
Must see things in Frankfurt, Dresden, and Berlin?
Must see things in Frankfurt, Dresden, and Berlin? [more inside]
You will know him by the shoes and watch he wears
I am trying to understand the film, Eastern Promises. How authentic are the portrayals of the vory and ex-pat culture? With some googling I understand that the Russian spoken in the film was done well. But what about the rest? [more inside]
Why does Subway™ stink?
Every Subway smells the same, and it's rank and pervasive. What is it? [more inside]
posted by sportbucket at 2:43 PM PST - 60 comments
posted by sportbucket at 2:43 PM PST - 60 comments
How do I execute this command at start up in OS X?
OS X-filter: I've been searching but having a hard time finding an answer anywhere. I have a command I put into the terminal each time I boot my Mac that disables some third party firewall I can't find to delete. I'd like a shell script that would launch and just execute the command each time I start up my computer. [more inside]
Easy way to make great-looking charts and graphs?
Elegant and simple way to create nice-looking graphs/charts from raw data? [more inside]
How to motivate mom and dad?
How do you motivate older people to do things that are good for them? [more inside]
posted by barrakuda at 2:25 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by barrakuda at 2:25 PM PST - 21 comments
"Matter is Lucifer crawling itself back to God"?
"Matter is Lucifer crawling itself back to God".... what's this mean then? [more inside]
posted by fearfulsymmetry at 2:22 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by fearfulsymmetry at 2:22 PM PST - 10 comments
Figgy Pudding Not Required...
Turtlegirl and I will be in London for a few weeks and we were hoping we could get some recommendations for places to eat ON Christmas day and/or Boxing day. [more inside]
posted by terrapin at 2:12 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by terrapin at 2:12 PM PST - 14 comments
Scrubbing the Stovetop
I'm having trouble cleaning my electric stove top. My main problems are the eye pans underneath the burners. [more inside]
posted by k8lin at 1:52 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by k8lin at 1:52 PM PST - 14 comments
How to pass CA smog test without losing all my money?
Help! My car didn't pass the CA Smog Test and now the dealer wants $600 to bring it up to standard. What can I do?! [more inside]
posted by PostIronyIsNotaMyth at 1:48 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by PostIronyIsNotaMyth at 1:48 PM PST - 30 comments
Indestructible Mac keyboard?
I break keyboards. Help me find a Macintosh keyboard that I will not break, or one that is easy to repair if I do. [more inside]
posted by Mwongozi at 1:22 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Mwongozi at 1:22 PM PST - 12 comments
I'm 30 years old and don't know how to dress myself
Where can a tall woman go to buy a dress for a company holiday party tomorrow that she forgot all about until today? The person in question is in Lawrence, KS. [more inside]
Rainy day math problem!
How many different conversations can six people have? [more inside]
posted by keasby at 12:57 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by keasby at 12:57 PM PST - 18 comments
Help with mystery mail
Someone at my office received this in the mail today: Picture. We have no idea who it is from or what it's about. [more inside]
How do I cheer my daddy up?
My nearly-60-year-old father has just gone through a breakup. What can I do to help him feel better? [more inside]
"I need more pieces, please!"
Is there any way I can get my hands on some cool Scalino marble run pieces before Christmas? [more inside]
Hope Me Pay for My Meds!
Why Don't We Have Socialized Medicine Yet? Filter: Help me deal with privatized health care. [more inside]
posted by grapefruitmoon at 12:10 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by grapefruitmoon at 12:10 PM PST - 20 comments
I want to find an old friend
How can I figure out someone's maiden name? [more inside]
"I must get the recipe for your lavender."
Where can one buy edible flowers from a reputable vendor in New York? [more inside]
posted by Hwaet at 11:25 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Hwaet at 11:25 AM PST - 9 comments
Classical music for Christmas
Please recommend classical music related to Christmas/birth of Jesus - preferably including comments on specific recordings. [more inside]
posted by medusa at 11:21 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by medusa at 11:21 AM PST - 12 comments
Looking for a small business wireless router recommendation
Our cheapo Linksys just gave up the ghost, so I am looking for a new wireless router for my company . Any recommendations? [more inside]
posted by baggers at 11:11 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by baggers at 11:11 AM PST - 14 comments
Lots of questions about calcium
What the best formula for Calcium supplements? [more inside]
Can a Paddy buy the Nokia7500Prism?
If my Irish friend orders the Nokia 7500 Prism from the UK, will it be unlocked when he gets it? [more inside]
posted by Wilder at 11:09 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Wilder at 11:09 AM PST - 4 comments
My Wife And I Want To Shoot Each Other
Help me shoot my wife: suggest a first-person shooter we can play against each other. I'm on a Mac (pentium macbook pro); She's on a PC (about four years old, without the latest and greatest graphics card). We have a home network. [more inside]
posted by grumblebee at 11:00 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by grumblebee at 11:00 AM PST - 27 comments
i'm not hormonal, you're just stupid!
Is there a way to tell the difference between real emotions and crazy emotions caused by temporarily messed up hormones or brain chemicals or whatever? Is there even a difference? [more inside]
WMV format for Nickelodeon Npower Fusion
How can I convince corporate IT that I need a Blackberry?
How can I convince corporate IT that I need a Blackberry? [more inside]
Vacuum cleaner
Need a cheap, industrial strength vacuum cleaner! [more inside]
How can I get my predecessor's collection agencies to stop calling me?
My predecessor's creditors are calling me up to 10-15 times a day: What can I do about it? [more inside]
posted by General Malaise at 10:16 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by General Malaise at 10:16 AM PST - 17 comments
Why does root beer smell like Deep Heat?
Why does root beer smell like Deep Heat? [more inside]
posted by macdara at 10:11 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by macdara at 10:11 AM PST - 15 comments
Vegans do it without animal products.
I need some tried and true delicious vegan recipes. [more inside]
In what novel are the characters brains scanned for copyright royalties?
Help me remember what book I read this in: In this sci-fi dystopia, you don't have to buy books or recordings. They're free for the taking. But at regular intervals, you have to report to a "copyright center" to have your brain scanned, at which point you are charged for the media you've consumed. Not reporting... [more inside]
Aural Skills
Where can I find non-commercial online resources for Aural Training? [more inside]
Laying a graded path
How do I lay a stone/brick path over an area which is uneven due to tree roots? Instructions available on the web or books? [more inside]
Best doctor for headaches?
Is there a "headache specialist" I can go to? [more inside]
Find me an online fashion home!
Recommend a really good, friendly online fashion forum (or bulletin board, or LJ) for a funky fortysomething. [more inside]
Connecting game consoles to wireless network with WPA security?
Help me get my wireless console gaming groove back on after a change from WEP to WPA security (and help me understand the difference between a wireless ethernet bridge and wireless access point). [more inside]
How to get GCal to accurately link to GMaps.
How can I ensure Google Calendar's 'map' links are accurate? [more inside]
posted by Glum at 8:42 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Glum at 8:42 AM PST - 3 comments
How Can I give thanks man...?
How can I thank the UK for the opportunity its provided me? [more inside]
dirty deeds done dirt cheap?
Where can I find a Saeco Piccolo steam cleaner in the US? [more inside]
posted by melissa may at 8:18 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by melissa may at 8:18 AM PST - 5 comments
How to properly display an Army uniform jacket?
How to properly display part of an Army uniform in a display case? A customer of ours has a 'by the book' army husband and wants to make sure she doesn't break any rules displaying it. [more inside]
book on universal design for teenager
Is there an easy to understand book on universal design suitable for an adolescent? [more inside]
Help me find a direction for my website.
I want to build a website centered around maps, mapping, geography, GIS, etc., but I need help narrowing down my focus. [more inside]
Facebook tracking puzzlement
How does Facebook's new Beacon feature work? [more inside]
Best value for storage on an MP3 player?
What MP3 player has the best storage-capacity-to-price value? [more inside]
posted by p3on at 7:36 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by p3on at 7:36 AM PST - 19 comments
Mix CD for 30th birthday
Songs about thirty for a 30th birthday mix CD. [more inside]
posted by Huw at 7:16 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by Huw at 7:16 AM PST - 23 comments
Take me to Sponge City
Help me find the best deal on natural sea sponges! [more inside]
posted by hermitosis at 7:08 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by hermitosis at 7:08 AM PST - 2 comments
Name that logo?
CCF Settlement...
Any experience with or deeper information about the Foreign Currency Conversion Fee Antitrust Litigation (whew) settlement? [more inside]
posted by RandlePatrickMcMurphy at 6:34 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by RandlePatrickMcMurphy at 6:34 AM PST - 8 comments
Leaving Tokyo On A Jet Plane
Help my Japanese friend find a job in the US! [more inside]
Is a day of rest good for productivity?
I've heard of studies that having a day of rest in the week (like Sunday) actually increases productivity than had they worked all seven days. Does anybody know of any studies or statistics to support this claim?
posted by JaySunSee at 6:19 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by JaySunSee at 6:19 AM PST - 11 comments
How to configure roaming profile paths automatically for newly created domain users?
How do I setup Windows Server (2003) to default newly created domain users to be configured with a roaming profile path? [more inside]
Rusty frets, no obvious damp?
I recently got one of my guitars out of its case to find the frets covered in green stuff, and small patches of rust on a few of them.... [more inside]
Help me create a visualization of a corporate family tree
I need help putting some data in a pleasing graphical form. In short, it is a history of a particular industry, with all of the companies, their founders and where they came from. I would like to build some sort of corporate family tree like this famous one. Does anyone know any good tools for this?
Parallels Vs. VMware Fusion
I'm looking at purchasing a MacBook Pro for my job at a non-profit. I do web design and IT (as well as Accounting, which is what I'll need to keep running Windows XP for, and Outlook for the Exchange server). I'll install Bootcamp for XP, but much of the time, I will not want to reboot into XP. Would Parallels or VMware Fusion to a better job of meeting my needs? Does either one do a better job of running off the Bootcamp partition? [more inside]
I'm attracted to shiny things
Last year I was in Strasbourg and was lucky enough to visit the Christmas Markets. I was amazed by the variety of Christmas ornaments, I've never seen anything like this in the US. That's the problem. I bought a few small ornaments, but would like to buy more. Does anyone know where online I can find these?
Is my kitty sick or in need of a nose job?
Does my cat have a chronic respiratory infection, or is it possible she just naturally has poor breathing passages? Ever since my partner and I adopted her and her sister in August she has had periodic coughing and hacking fits that have been relatively unaffected by three separate rounds of antibiotics. Now I wonder if maybe she just has the equivalent of a deviated septum, or whether it's time for hospitalization. [more inside]
Wait, this was only 30 santims last week!
How do I, alone, financially cope with high inflation and an overheated economy? [more inside]
Who will refill my cosmetics bottles?
Is there anywhere in the UK that will refill empty cosmetics bottles? You used to be able to take empty bottles back to The Body Shop to be refilled from jumbo tubs behind the counter, but since they stopped I've never found anywhere else that does it. [more inside]
posted by penguin pie at 3:09 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by penguin pie at 3:09 AM PST - 5 comments
What cheap software or webapps can I recommend to help my friend manage her small business?
What free or cheap software, or webapps, can I recommend to help my friend manage and build her small business, a salon? Although there is software out there specifically made for this purpose, it seems out of her price range and shares a lot in common with more general software. [more inside]
posted by abkadefgee at 2:04 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by abkadefgee at 2:04 AM PST - 8 comments
Good places for me to sell my used cds, books, guitars and old computer/computer parts in London, that would offer me reasonable/good money?
Good places for me to sell my used cds, books, guitars and old computer/computer parts in London, that would offer me reasonable/good money? (You'll be helping me pay my bills - any help much appreciated!)
posted by Ira.metafilter at 1:31 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Ira.metafilter at 1:31 AM PST - 3 comments
3d animations in Flash
I want to put rendered, animated, anaglyphic 3D in a flash, with flash merging the eye-images at runtime. [more inside]
posted by Steven C. Den Beste at 1:09 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Steven C. Den Beste at 1:09 AM PST - 8 comments
Can you be my herb doctor?
What happened to my little herb garden? They were growing really well [1] [2] [3] [4] (just-watered), and then they've sort of died off [5] [6] [7] [8]. I've been growing them under my oven light. Can you help me figure out what went wrong and if I can save my herbies?
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December 12
Prude women, more HIV?
I read online that AIDS spreads faster in societies where the women are less promiscuous. What is the best way of creating a model which will show me the development and spread of the virus in the case where women are less vs the case where women are more promiscuous? [more inside]
Roadkill Cafe
I found armadillos for sale at a meat market in San Francisco's Chinatown. My question is who buys them, and what do they do with them? And where did they come from? That market has had them on several occasions, so someone must be buying them. [more inside]
How do I determine if older multiplayer games are still up and running?
What's the best way to find out whether or not an older online multiplayer game still has an active user base? Short of purchasing the game and looking for myself, of course. [more inside]
posted by iamisaid at 10:07 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by iamisaid at 10:07 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me write a treatment!
Pretty harsh words
Seeking a word: Is there a term other than "euphemism" for couching an insult in fancy-sounding words, so your insult sounds less harsh to the inattentive ear? [more inside]
Help a business consultant become an editorial freelancer....
I am currently working at a consulting firm and consider myself to be a half-decent writer. Before I apply for my MBA, I'd like to enhance my application by writing articles for business magazines. How could I do this? Do you recommend any particular publications that might be willing to take a freelancer? [more inside]
sweet sweet tea
I just took a trip to Atlanta and became addicted to sweet tea. I googled for recipes and noticed a few variations in the way it's prepared (besides amount of tea bags, sugar, water). That is, some recipes call for boiling the tea, then adding the sugar, then adding *room temperature* water. Some call for adding boiling water to tea, steeping, adding the sugar, then adding *cold* water. I think one called for adding the boiling water to tea, adding the sugar, then adding *room temperature water*. etc. etc. What I'm curious about is how do the differences affect the final taste? [more inside]
My kingdom for a some narrow-calved boots!
I long for the carefree, halcyon days of my youth (or even my early 30s) in which boots regularly fit my legs snugly. Now, evidently, I am the last narrow-calved woman on the planet. Help me not have to wear the same boots for the fifth season in a row! [more inside]
posted by scody at 8:49 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by scody at 8:49 PM PST - 25 comments
vroom vroom!
CarMaintenanceFilter: Do I really need new spark plugs and a fuel-injector cleaning when I just got them done? [more inside]
Winter tires in Denver: required or just recommended?
Do I really need winter tires in Denver? I lived in Chicago for 30 years and never bought winter tires. Granted, I was young and foolish for many of those years, but still. [more inside]
posted by FlamingBore at 8:12 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by FlamingBore at 8:12 PM PST - 17 comments
I just want to watch Ratatouille!
Very poor, sometimes non-functional, video DVD playback on my Dell laptop. The related features have no problems in any other context. I don't even have any idea what could be wrong, so no idea what to Google for help... [more inside]
posted by rhoticity at 8:05 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by rhoticity at 8:05 PM PST - 5 comments
Exercise Makes My Teeth Hurt (Sometimes)
Jogging or biking makes my back teeth ache (throbbing nerves!) when I first start exercising after maybe a month off (and also, I get violent itches deep in my leg muscle tissue.) Why? Yes, it goes away once I'm back in shape.
Not saving a bunch of money on my car insurance...
Car in PA, registered in DC, now living (and insured) in NY. Geico wants a LOT of money from me. I don't want to pay NY rates. What can I do? [more inside]
ROAD TRIP!
I'm looking for things to see and do between Atlanta and Chicago, as well as a cool place to stay somewhere in between. [more inside]
posted by mike_bling at 6:55 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by mike_bling at 6:55 PM PST - 5 comments
where do i get quality earring backs?
i've lost a few earring backs over the last year or so, where can i get replacements? the posts are different widths so i can't swap between the ones i have left. online stores or lower manhattan, preferably.
posted by lia at 6:27 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by lia at 6:27 PM PST - 10 comments
How to get a Simpleshare NAS to recognize an USB drive?
I need help with a Simpleshare NAS. Details are below if you have experience with the device. [more inside]
"Turn up the signal, wipe out the noise."
Please recommend current-market analog cassette decks with superior signal/noise ratios. [more inside]
posted by mykescipark at 5:53 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by mykescipark at 5:53 PM PST - 4 comments
As much as I enjoy getting medical advice from the internet. . .
YANAD, but maybe you can help me find one: Any doctor recommendations in Brooklyn/lower Manhattan? [more inside]
This thing must open up somehow...
How do I 'open' the tailpiece on my mandolin to restring it? [more inside]
Does anyone know if there's any good software to turn a mac into a news display kiosk? Nobody will actually interact with the computer -- the contents will dynamically update via the internet (RSS/other).
Does anyone know if there's any good software to turn a mac into a news display kiosk? Nobody will actually interact with the computer -- the contents will dynamically update via the internet (RSS/other). [more inside]
Declaring Next of Kin?
Is it possible to legally declare someone your next of kin or the equivalent? I know that you can make a will for estates, and medical care proxies and the like, but next of kin make decisions about funeral arrangements and other issues and I'm not sure how to go about covering all the miscellaneous bases out there. I'm in the US/NYS, gathering info before talking to a lawyer about specifics.
Importing Foods
What is the official procedure (in New York, say) for selling or distributing a canned product imported from another country? Are there specific licenses that need to be obtained? [more inside]
What should a good medical exam consist of ?
What should a good doctor check for when giving a physical/basic medical exam consist to a 26-year old male. [more inside]
Chi è questo?
How many times a day does the normal 2 year old poop?
How many times a day does the normal 2 year old poop? [more inside]
Buddy, are you rolling in pomade when i'm not around?
I want to see what my cats do when I'm not around... from their perspective. I know we discussed Mr. Lee and his cat-cam before... I'm wondering if I can do this with my home wifi and a battery powered webcam? Any ideas?
Absinthe is Good (So I Hear)
Where can I buy absinthe, now that it is legal in the US? [more inside]
1,000 Useless Mugs - Let's Keep them out of the Landfill
The org I work for has 1000 coffee mugs we can't use. What can we do with them to keep them out of a landfill? [more inside]
posted by nomad73 at 2:57 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by nomad73 at 2:57 PM PST - 33 comments
Freighter passage from Gulf Coast to Mexican coast?
Freighter passage from Gulf Coast to Mexican coast? Ideally, I want go from Mobile, AL to Merida [only 674 miles]. But Pascagoula, Pensacola to anywhere in Mexico is fine by me. All I've been able to find is the Schepers Line which goes from Houston to Veracruz and then onto Central America. Driving all the way to Houston. there's the carnival cruise but I'm just looking for one-way, no-frills trip.
Too Many Moments of Zen to Count
Specific Daily Show and/or Colbert Report episode recommendations (with air dates so I can find them)? [more inside]
FADE IN: We're in the oval office. Cheney trembles as he cups the constitution
Secret hat cameras or button cameras. [more inside]
Firefox Browser Gmail Issues
Google Browser Synch keeps showing my old gmail name though I have completely signed in with my new gmail address. Still, Firefox (2.0) for Mac keeps showing my older gmail name in the right corner of the browser bar. Any ideas on how to set it to my new gmail account's name?
Examples of novels in first-person diary style
Literature filter: Novels in the form of a first-person diary (day-by-day entries, or entries set against calendar dates). Can you name any good examples, particularly contemporary? I'm aware that it was relatively common format in earlier novels (for example, Dracula). [more inside]
Should I trade my machine?
My computer is making an ominous whirring noise, but seems to work okay (albeit a bit slow). It's also older (from 2002). I don't really want a new one. One of the tech support guys at school has offered to swap my hobbling Dell Dimension 4550 for his HP Pavilion Desktop with 512mg of ram and an extra 30g hard drive. [more inside]
posted by answergrape at 1:54 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by answergrape at 1:54 PM PST - 11 comments
Becoming a humanitarian de-miner
I am interested in becoming a humanitarian de-miner.
This FPP reminded about my interest. A brief search has brought up a couple of organizations, but I was hoping some people here might be able to provide some practical insight. Is this foolish, feasable or just downright romantic thinking about making a real difference? [more inside]
posted by isopraxis at 1:54 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by isopraxis at 1:54 PM PST - 11 comments
Alternative Kid's Lit
I am looking for some good subtly pagan/world religion themed children's books, toys, movies etc for my 6 year old niece in Arkansas. It doesn't have to be specifically pagan, just something that fits the themes and values of most any earth-based or mystical religion. [more inside]
Getting there isn't really the point.
Driving from Philadelphia, PA to Springfield, MO for about the fifteenth time. I've taken the northern route (I70), the southern route (I64), and the southern route + backroads Missouri and Kentucky. The interstates are boring. I have three days to make the trip. What novel and entertaining routes can you suggest? [more inside]
Trying to find a book I forgot about...
I've been looking for a book forever that involves some punk kid, a farm, and a massive golem-like creature slowly marching in the night toward said punk kid's doom. [more inside]
posted by billypilgrim at 1:01 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by billypilgrim at 1:01 PM PST - 10 comments
Asus EEE in Chicago?
Where to get an Asus EEE in Chicago? [more inside]
Hallmark University
To those of you with greeting card aspirations: my mom works at a small college and has been tasked with coming up with a message for birthday cards that will be sent from the president to all school employees through out the year. [more inside]
posted by kimdog at 12:27 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by kimdog at 12:27 PM PST - 5 comments
Tips for university teaching
Teaching a university course for the first time: any tips or suggestions? [more inside]
"Die by trout stick" ?
Fifteen years ago, I saw a sketch on Comedy Central about depression-era fish farmers, in which one farmer stabbed the other with a fish stick, while screaming "Die by trout-stick!" What show was this? [more inside]
posted by mumkin at 12:10 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by mumkin at 12:10 PM PST - 5 comments
What the crap do I call this thing?
Looking for a spatula that can pick up and flip food, especially fish. These were on infomercials for a while... [more inside]
Is there such thing as an Excel formatting template thingie?
Excel Experts: Is there a way to apply a custom formatting template to an unformatted worksheet? [more inside]
camcorder for not-for-profit
My wife needs to buy a digital camcorder for her job. They are a not-for-profit organization, and they would like to use Youtube and other online video outlets, post videos on their Myspace page, etc. The videos need to be as professional looking/sounding as possible, but they also need the camera to be easy to use. [more inside]
chords in "the kiss" by Judee Sill
Anyone care to take a guess at the chords in "the kiss" by Judee Sill (youtube link inside)? [more inside]
posted by primer_dimer at 11:26 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by primer_dimer at 11:26 AM PST - 9 comments
Why won't they let me use Outlook?
Any particular reason a company would not allow access to MS Exchange via Outlook and/or cell phone only allow access via Outlook Web Mail? [more inside]
posted by thinktwice at 11:17 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by thinktwice at 11:17 AM PST - 28 comments
Make me laugh
Short: What's the funniest audio album you've heard lately that I can give as a gift? [more inside]
posted by about_time at 11:16 AM PST - 45 comments
posted by about_time at 11:16 AM PST - 45 comments
Derive time of conception or birth from DNA analysis?
Are there any studies, past or present, devoted to the idea of deriving precise time of either conception or birth from DNA analysis? For conception, I can imagine a science fiction author describing a rhythmic pattern or pulse emitted by something in the DNA whose beats are somehow recorded somewhere, like the veritable second hand of a clock. For birth time I'm a little fuzzier on the possibilities, but one idea that occurred to me was the studying the effects of direct light (sun or artificial) on a baby's chromosomes when exposed for the first time (not counting any rays that might penetrate the womb through the mother). There is also the telomere clock to consider, about which I know very little.
How can I improve contrast of photos at the time they are taken without resorting to curves and levels tools in photoshop?
PhotographyFilter: How can I improve the dynamic range of photos at the time they are taken without resorting to curves and levels tools in photoshop? [more inside]
posted by Pastabagel at 10:59 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by Pastabagel at 10:59 AM PST - 27 comments
Freeware for Alarming Librarians
Help my librarians remember to rove! I need a specific sort of break timer and I can't seem to find one anywhere. [more inside]
Gift for Brewers fan?
I need a cool gift for a Milwaukee Brewers fan. Help! [more inside]
posted by airguitar2 at 10:43 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by airguitar2 at 10:43 AM PST - 12 comments
Should I trade my PC Laptop for a Macbook?
I was talking with a friend who owns a Macbook. She was talking about how she doesn't really use it for much and is looking for something newer. I mentioned that I just got my laptop but that I didn't like Vista and have been interested in Macs. Long story short, we came to the conclusion that we might each like to trade out laptops. I'm wondering if this sounds like a fair trade: [more inside]
Riding through the snow...
I want to take my sweetheart on a romantic horse drawn sleigh ride somewhere snowy near Toronto this weekend. [more inside]
posted by renderthis at 10:31 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by renderthis at 10:31 AM PST - 3 comments
Do kids care about volunteering?
Did you volunteer as a child? Or do you work now with a children's volunteer group? Tell me what you know about youth service. [more inside]
posted by pineapple at 10:18 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by pineapple at 10:18 AM PST - 18 comments
open source program for rotating signups?
Hi, I would like some recommendations for (preferably open source or inexpensive) web based software that I can implement for my church. Everyone takes turns bringing refreshments, playing songs, etc... and there are waaaaay too many "Who can do it on Sunday the 16th? on Sunday the 26th?" e-mails going around and it gets very confusing to keep track. [more inside]
Newsflash: we need a new website
Where is the best place to start learning Agile/Rapid Application Development (RAD) techniques when I've got one week to come up with a new website/CMS for our newspaper? [more inside]
posted by Galt at 9:57 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Galt at 9:57 AM PST - 14 comments
Sweet breath when I cry
When I cry vigorously I get a sweet taste in my mouth. Why?
Is it still a good time to learn how to Shake ?
Is learning Shake, the visual effect software, still worth the trouble since Apple dropped it or should i learn to use a different package ? [more inside]
Once I've Already Shot the Video, Can I Crop the Bottom Half of it and/or Zoom in On My Subject?
How can I a) crop off the whole bottom half of a video, b) zoom in on my subject after I've already made the video, or c) hide the face of someone in the video? While I'm asking, how about taking a video made on a Canon (designed for stills, so their video actual size is small, which means it pixilates horribly when you put it on youtube) and making it stay actual size when placed on the web? I'm on a windows notebook and hoping any of this is even possible. Thanks! [more inside]
Youth overseas volunteer opportunities?
My daughter is researching overseas volunteering opportunities, like this one. She would be saving up to do this her senior year of high school (she's 15 now). The idea is to live, learn, and serve within another culture. She's thinking she'd like to go with her mom. Anybody know anything about these kinds of packages? Any tips or recommendations or thoughts about her plans? [more inside]
Car Alarm sound clip? You know the one...it wakes you up at 2am....
Car Alarm sound clip? You know the one...it wakes you up at 2am....wooooo woooooo wooooooo AN! AN! AN! eeeeAH eeeeAH eeeeAH etc. [more inside]
posted by wogbat at 9:22 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by wogbat at 9:22 AM PST - 8 comments
Adopt lost dog?
How do you adopt a lost dog the original owner does not want? [more inside]
Where can one buy an unlocked GSM phone in Manhattan?
Where can one buy an unlocked GSM phone in Manhattan? Not smartphones or iphones, but common phones like a RAZR for example.
posted by falameufilho at 9:04 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by falameufilho at 9:04 AM PST - 4 comments
I'm no supermant midi?
I'm looking for the midi version of "I'm no superman" aka, the Scrubs theme song. My searching has proved unsuccessful. Any ideas where I can find it? [more inside]
posted by saucy at 8:56 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by saucy at 8:56 AM PST - 7 comments
Help me select Spanish wine and cheese combinations.
Help me select Spanish wine and cheese combinations. [more inside]
Where to stay in the Poconos?
Recommendations for inns/cabins in the Poconos? [more inside]
need to give my husband best USB turntable I can find
Audiophile/Gift Filter: Please help me figure out what USB turntable I should get. [more inside]
posted by Lucinda at 8:49 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Lucinda at 8:49 AM PST - 11 comments
Throwing away my cell phone filter.
I want to ditch my cell phone for a text only device. I want my wife to be able to reach me at will, but other than that, folks will just have to wait. What is the best option? [more inside]
Appetizers
Need an appetizer that can be made ahead and reheated on short notice - smallish, only feeding 6. Only trick is, it can't contain tomatoes, strawberries, shrimp or fish, or cheese in deference to our hostess' diet. [more inside]
Where to hold a small writer's retreat in the Southwest
I'm looking for an out-of-the-way place in the U.S. Southwest to hold a small writers' retreat. [more inside]
Why is Quickpost in Movable Type 3.2 returning a 406 error for text selected on some websites and not others?
When I select text from certain websites, an example would be any article in http://www.nytimes.com, and I click on the Quickpost link in Safari, I recently started receiving the message below:
406 Not Acceptable Not Acceptable An appropriate representation of the requested resource /scgi-bin/mt.cgi could not be found on this server.Until yesterday, December 11, 2007 this Quickpost link was working properly. Now it returns the 406 error above when I try and select text for a Quickpost from some sites. The Quickpost link works normally when I select text from the http://www.nytimes.com homepage (but not a direct article) or on Google and a few other blogs. What could be causing this error on some websites and not others when I select text and click on the Quickpost link in Safari? I am using Movable Type 3.2 with Safari 3.0.4. I would appreciate any advice anyone could provide. Thanks!
Help me horrifically deface a thing of beauty in the name of security.
I need to inexpensively secure 21 mac minis in a school lab setting. [more inside]
posted by mecran01 at 8:40 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by mecran01 at 8:40 AM PST - 8 comments
Green office products that aren't in bulk?
Easiest and greenest way to put together a gift kit of green home office supplies? [more inside]
How can I view a report released to the media by NYC's 311 line?
NYC's 311 Citizen Service Center apparently just released a list of neighborhoods in order of how many noise complaints they get. I have a mad desire to view that list; is there any way I can? [more inside]
posted by sparrows at 8:16 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by sparrows at 8:16 AM PST - 5 comments
Need a Car, High MPG, low cost
What is the best low maintenance, high gas mileage, low cost car I can buy (new or used) on a limited budget. [more inside]
Chunks of homebuying wisdom from The Hive Mind
What is the single most valuable piece of advice you received when you were in the process of buying your first home? [more inside]
Copyright vs. client
How tough are copyrights on website design and content, if a client asks you to re-use content? [more inside]
posted by fijiwriter at 6:55 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by fijiwriter at 6:55 AM PST - 10 comments
Why do sugars like to cyclize in solution, thermodynamically speaking?
What is the correct thermodynamic explanation for the fact that all monosaccharides with 5 or more backbone carbon atoms occur predominately in their cyclic form in solution?
subprime definition
Dear bankers and other financial experts: What is the basic definition of a subprime loan? I've seen "at least 2 points above prime," "at least 3 points above prime," "between 2 and 5 points above prime." Is there a single definition or does each bank define subprime differently? [more inside]
posted by otio at 6:29 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by otio at 6:29 AM PST - 13 comments
Is there an RSS reader that can display comments?
Can someone suggest an RSS reader (free, Mac Leopard) that will display a blog post's comments? [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 5:37 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by zardoz at 5:37 AM PST - 15 comments
So... may I do stuff with your mom's poems?
I'm writing a letter to the adult children of a poet who died in the 90s, asking them for permission to use their mother's writing as part of a creative project I'm doing (experimental audio/video). [more inside]
Help me find my boyfriend's coat!
My boyfriend has a coat he found at Salvation Army he just loves. However, it's dying from overuse. Help me find a new one for Christmas. [more inside]
posted by stoneegg21 at 4:05 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by stoneegg21 at 4:05 AM PST - 14 comments
why is such a simple effect so hard to accomplish?
Adobe Premire 6.5 - How do I get a still image (5 seconds) to fade in from black (or out to black)? Bonus question - How do I get still images to fade into each other (smoothly, not dithered)? [more inside]
posted by sandra_s at 2:45 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by sandra_s at 2:45 AM PST - 4 comments
Name that Apple //e edutainment software
Name that Apple //e edutainment software (Troll gems? Driving? Townhouses? Looking stuff up?) [more inside]
posted by Your Time Machine Sucks at 2:17 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Your Time Machine Sucks at 2:17 AM PST - 11 comments
How to best manage a physical mailing list?
How to manage an unwieldy mailing list (for physical mailing) on a Mac. [more inside]
December 11
Poster printing from a digital image?
Poster printing question. I have a 24x32 inch, 72 pixels per inch, digital image in either jpeg or psd filetype that I would like to have printed as a poster. Does anyone have experience with this? [more inside]
How do I convince an advisor to take me on?
How do I convince a research advisor to take me on as a grad student? [more inside]
posted by you're a kitty! at 11:00 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by you're a kitty! at 11:00 PM PST - 14 comments
Recommendations for letters of recommendation?
What letters of recommendation should I get when applying for a Masters in Computer Science? [more inside]
Suggestions for a durable digital camera?
What's a suitable digital camera to bring on a fieldwork expedition to Peru? [more inside]
posted by mateuslee at 10:17 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by mateuslee at 10:17 PM PST - 14 comments
Cuckoo for Ho Ho
Looking for a cheapo cuckoo clock in Toronto for the holidays. [more inside]
Can't remember the title for an old superhero movie.
I'm looking for a superhero movie or TV show from the 70s or 80s. I can't remember the title or much of the plot, but I do remember one key premise. [more inside]
posted by krisak at 8:52 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by krisak at 8:52 PM PST - 10 comments
Help me work around some complicated food allergies.
Help me feed thirty people with a lot of food allergies with the fewest possible dishes. All vegetarians, a few vegans, and a bunch of people with gluten intolerance. [more inside]
So I'm fickle about the vessel for my music.
Can I SSH with T-Mobile Hotspot in hotel?
The hotel I'm at uses T-Mobile HotSpot (or whatever..) for the wifi. It seems to work fine for web browsing, but I can't seem to use any ssh clients to connect to work and get any real work done.
I've seen that others have also had problems with this. As far as I can tell it's just an issue of outgoing port blocking, and (from previous questions) there's nothing much to be done. I've called hotel support but it is just T-Mobile support, and moronic. I really don't feel like dealing with people.
Am I just out of luck? [more inside]
posted by xorry at 7:50 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by xorry at 7:50 PM PST - 10 comments
iPhone to iPhoto: that syncing feeling
About 150 pictures on my iPhone need to be in iPhoto '08 on my MacBook. I can email them individually to myself of course, but there has to be a better way. How do you move a bunch of images off the iPhone and into iPhoto?
posted by acorncup at 7:31 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by acorncup at 7:31 PM PST - 5 comments
Mugging...not a police matter?
A friend was robbed outside her home. The recording at the police department says that they won't come out for offenses involving less than $5000. This can't possibly be right, can it? [more inside]
How about never? Is never good for you?
How are other people adding events to my non-shared Google Calendar? [more inside]
posted by Artifice_Eternity at 6:56 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Artifice_Eternity at 6:56 PM PST - 10 comments
The Rotating Prison in the Mountain
I'm looking for the title and/or author of a story I read years ago. It was about, or had in it, a description of a terrible kind of prison, a vast multilayered cylinder carved inside a mountain, that would rotate slowly around its course from the efforts of the prisoners inside. The only way to free those inside was, according to the story, to keep adding new prisoners to the vacated cells to keep pulling the thing along. [more inside]
posted by aeschenkarnos at 6:29 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by aeschenkarnos at 6:29 PM PST - 14 comments
What is the name of this story?
[BookFilter] Help me find the name/author of this short story. The story is about a president and his ministers. When a minister commits a mistake he gets his head chopped off. The sign one has commited a (fatal) mistake is because the president sends you a box for your head. Depending on the status and importance of the minister is the magnificence of the boxes. [more inside]
Have home, need superheroes
Last week I bought The Alphabets of Desire by Todd Klein and Alan Moore on the recommendation of Neil Gaiman's blog. I love it. It looks great and I love having an interesting piece of art that is comic booky. Where can I find more prints like this? Bonus points if you can help me find peices by J H Williams III.
I'm a pro designer and I don't know why my new pages aren't showing up!
Changes to ComCast-hosted website no longer show up when viewed online, but look fine on my end and when viewing pages on their server. Why? [more inside]
Where can I find information about the history and usage of letter-endings?
Where can I find information about the history and usage of letter-endings (e.g., "love," "yours," "sincerely")? [more inside]
posted by electric water kettle at 4:56 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by electric water kettle at 4:56 PM PST - 7 comments
How to force a MacBook Pro to re-detect video?
How to force a MacBook Pro to re-detect video? [more inside]
posted by colecovizion at 3:36 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by colecovizion at 3:36 PM PST - 10 comments
How do I deal with a sociopath?
How do I deal with a sociopath that is connected to my social circle? [more inside]
MS Excel going slow on me - Is my document too big?
Very average PC user here. The MS Excel document I use everyday has become huge over time. One sheet with 6 columns going down more than 4000 lines. It weighs 7,6 Mbyte. Too much? [more inside]
What's the real mystery here?
For a maybe-film project that my friends and I are playing around with, what small-but-notable crime or deviance could occur at a crowded party, within an hour? [more inside]
posted by 235w103 at 3:23 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by 235w103 at 3:23 PM PST - 26 comments
Who wrote these weird short stories?
Please help me locate a collection of Russian/Eastern Bloc short stories. I read this book when I was kid because it belonged to my parents and I want to read it again. If not the book, I'd like to find the two most memorable stories. One concerns a snowman and the other is a reflection on life while falling out of a window to one's death. Details inside... [more inside]
posted by thewrongparty at 3:02 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by thewrongparty at 3:02 PM PST - 3 comments
What is the best (or any) Mac software to put protected WMAs on my iPod?
What is the best (or any) Mac software to put protected WMA audiobooks, from my local library via NetLibrary, on my iPod? [more inside]
posted by x41-pbj at 2:48 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by x41-pbj at 2:48 PM PST - 4 comments
Lost poem about a baseball pitcher.
I'm looking for a specific poem about a baseball pitcher. [more inside]
Filmeaker...again
I'm making mailing labels in Filemaker. The fields required are not always all used in a given address. How can I get an individual field not to show up as an empty field when it's not being used? [more inside]
posted by anonymous78 at 2:44 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by anonymous78 at 2:44 PM PST - 2 comments
What are the dangers of eating mussels steamed in beer?
If I eat mussels steamed in beer am I putting my unborn baby at risk of birth defects or fetal alcohol syndrome? [more inside]
posted by natness at 2:43 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by natness at 2:43 PM PST - 25 comments
My front door needs a "Mark as Junk" button
How can I keep solicitors from knocking on my door without feeling like a jerk? [more inside]
posted by bjrubble at 2:41 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by bjrubble at 2:41 PM PST - 31 comments
Help me with a weird FTP bug.
Weird bug with ftp / php5, details inside. [more inside]
posted by lazaruslong at 2:22 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by lazaruslong at 2:22 PM PST - 10 comments
Where is this batman panel from?
There's a Batman panel I have a clear, but possibly flawed memory of.. where is it from?
Likely written well after, but taking place shortly after The Killing Joke, I have a clear image of Barbara Gordon, in the hospital, talking to Batman (or possibly Bruce Wayne), realizing she'll never walk again, never be batgirl again, that this incident has derailed her entire planned existence, and essentially saying something to the effect of "I've heard when the police pulled up, you were standing there laughing with the man who did this to me, and I wanted to know.. were you laughing at me?" Where is this from? It can't just be in my head, can it?
Likely written well after, but taking place shortly after The Killing Joke, I have a clear image of Barbara Gordon, in the hospital, talking to Batman (or possibly Bruce Wayne), realizing she'll never walk again, never be batgirl again, that this incident has derailed her entire planned existence, and essentially saying something to the effect of "I've heard when the police pulled up, you were standing there laughing with the man who did this to me, and I wanted to know.. were you laughing at me?" Where is this from? It can't just be in my head, can it?
Allergic to the girlfriend?
Help me. I think I'm allergic to my girlfriend.... [more inside]
Hive mind, will you steer me toward a decent account of the Lambert Simnel affair?
Hive mind, will you steer me toward a decent account of the Lambert Simnel affair? I am looking for information that is a bit longer and more authoritative than what the wikipedia article or tudorhistory.org has to offer. Web sources are fine, as are shorter novels / history books, provided that they are easily obtainable (cheap), reasonably accurate, and in-depth without being overwhelming.
Automating the printing process
Printing/InDesign: What's the best way to collect information from a user (lets say business card info) and automate the process of sending an InDesign file to the printer? [more inside]
Spicy Squid Bits? YUM?
Filipino food filter: What do I do with my Spicy Squid Bits? [more inside]
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur at 1:52 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Ambrosia Voyeur at 1:52 PM PST - 6 comments
What's it like to work on a skyscraper these days?
What's it like to work on a skyscraper these days? [more inside]
A poem about anger and ironing
Looking for a poem I read about a domestic frustration and a housewife snapping after toiling away in quiet desperation. [more inside]
posted by JeremiahBritt at 1:31 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by JeremiahBritt at 1:31 PM PST - 5 comments
Making a MacBook remember my Airport wireless settings?
Every time I open up my MacBook (running Leopard), I have to go into the network preferences and re-input my password in order to connect to my wireless network. How can I get it to connect automatically again? [more inside]
Break Ups Suck
How do I get over a relationship that was everything I wanted but somehow I still wasn't happy? [more inside]
posted by kowboy at 1:18 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by kowboy at 1:18 PM PST - 15 comments
Searching for Story; Need to Get "Unstuck"
Short Story Filter:
I'm trying to track down a wonderful short story I read maybe 15 years ago. It focuses on a couple struggling with a dysfunctional marital and/or sexual relationship. The story is set somewhere in a snowy/icy climate, and the central conceit of the story is that the husband needs to free their car which is stuck in the snow. As the story unfolds, the author describes the back-and-forth rocking of the car as he slams it from "drive" into "reverse" and back again, and it becomes clear that the movement of the car is a powerful sexual metaphor. Finally the car rolls free and the dramatic release seems to provide hope for the relationship.
Does this sound familiar to anybody? I thought the title of the story was "Unstuck," but Googling has led me nowhere.
posted by AngerBoy at 1:10 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by AngerBoy at 1:10 PM PST - 5 comments
Living and Working in the E.U.
Moving to the E.U.: I am an American getting married to an E.U. citizen (Spanish, if that helps) and after much discussion she'd like to stay in the E.U. and live there with me. I'm happy with that. I've even got a potential job offer. Help me with the logistics of how this happens. [more inside]
The farmer and the cowman can be friends.
Font filter: Is there a way the Candara font can be used on a Mac? I need my PowerPoint designer who uses a Mac and my presentation person, who uses a PC, to be using the same font. Is there a way to do this?
Finals Mood Booster?
My friend is in the midst of final examinations and she's stressed out and frustrated with the material. What can I do to encourage her and/or cheer her up?
Middle East political theory question...
Have any well-known Middle East scholars come out in favor of uniting Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank into one multi-ethnic, secular state, with the goal of making all residents equal citizens?
posted by Afroblanco at 12:37 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Afroblanco at 12:37 PM PST - 15 comments
They see dead people...
I recently read on a website somewhere, one person's account of an elderly relative dying. [more inside]
posted by Rabulah at 12:35 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Rabulah at 12:35 PM PST - 3 comments
Birthday party suggestions for a 60 y.o.?
Surprise birthday party for my 60 y.o. mother - what can we do to keep the guests up and mingling? [more inside]
posted by imposster at 12:34 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by imposster at 12:34 PM PST - 10 comments
What's the opposite of sciatica?
I've had burning pain in my thighs since I was a little kid. When I told my doctor about it (at age 30--why I didn't ask before, who knows), she immediately said: "Oh, it's ...", as if it were the most obvious condition in the world. But I can't recall the name of the condition. [more inside]
It's not what you ask, it's how you ask it?
What's the source of, "It's not what you say, it's how you say it"? [more inside]
posted by Gucky at 12:20 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Gucky at 12:20 PM PST - 10 comments
An "Expert List" tool?
Can anyone recommend a simple web-based tool to compile and manage an "experts list?" [more inside]
Remember Name that Tune? Here's the Itunes version. Only without prizes or a host in an ugly sportscoat
Help me identify the LAST unknown songs on my Itunes. Mostly jazz, some blues and one or two pop songs. [more inside]
Flaky hair is back with a vengeance.
My dandruff is back, and bad. Help! [more inside]
Where is a good place to sell or donate office furniture in Toronto?
Where is a good place to get rid of office furniture in Toronto? [more inside]
Is there something morally bankrupt about advertising?
Is working in advertising ethically wrong? [more inside]
Cacheing the presidential cache
I know that if a President (U.S.) were to send/receive emails, that those would be considered government documents, subject to retention policies, archiving/disclosure, etc. What about all the other online stuff? [more inside]
What is life like as a research scientist?
Nosy filter: You are a research scientist in psychology, neuroscience, brain imaging, and/or related. What is your job like? Tell me anything and everything...before I apply to grad school. [more inside]
How can I send text messages to people on various services through e-mail or some other gateway
We'd like to build an application that can send text messages to people on various cell services. Think something like how twitter works where they give you their cell number, and then you can send messages to them. We've found an easy way to do it via e-mail if you know the service that the person is on, but I have to think there's a better way to handle this. The problem is I'm not sure what keywords to be searching on to find helpful information. Can you point me towards a breakdown of how to set something like this up or help me figure out what keywords I need to find it myself?
posted by willnot at 11:12 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by willnot at 11:12 AM PST - 7 comments
Going where the wind takes me.
I wish to travel the world, learning about renewable energy. Discuss. [more inside]
scam or no scam?
I think i got cleverly scammed on amazon?
I bought a micro sd card on amazon and it has 2gb printed on it BUT when i formatted it, it told me it only had a capacity of 983mb(or something around that).
Have i been scammed or is my pc crazy? [more inside]
I just batted the cycle, time for something new.
I have just been fired. I now want to transition into creative brand management and marketing immediately. [more inside]
How do split personalities synch their calendars and e-mail?
Posting on behalf of Mrs. Shallow Center: I've started a new job and am going crazy trying to create a system to help me manage my multiple e-mail accounts, calendars, and hardware. [more inside]
Word Shortcuts With Tabs
Word 2007 - How do I create keyboard shortcuts that include the Tab character? [more inside]
posted by Sandor Clegane at 9:51 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Sandor Clegane at 9:51 AM PST - 10 comments
Can you recommend an accountant in Austin?
Can you recommend an accountant in Austin? [more inside]
Multicolor fonts?
I am looking for a multicolor font with a Christmas theme to make a list of numbers. These numbers will be pulled by participants in a Yankee Swap to determine the pecking order. Do multicolor fonts exist and if so, where can I find some freebies? Should I be looking for clip art numbers or something else?
Train a battery?
My wife has insisted for some time that you can 'train' a battery in order to optimize its performance and lifetime. [more inside]
Help me combine two cell numbers from different markets into one family plan.
Family got iPhones + family plans. If I try to port my old number, it can't be added to the family plan because we are in different "markets". How do I get this accomplished / Who do I complain to at AT&T? [more inside]
posted by Brainy at 9:17 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Brainy at 9:17 AM PST - 8 comments
Wo kann ich Gespräche auf Deutsch in New York finden?
I want to find native German speakers to practice conversation with in New York. [more inside]
posted by piratebowling at 9:13 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by piratebowling at 9:13 AM PST - 9 comments
Is this photo doctored?
Is this picture from Time magazine photoshopped? To my eyes, that laser beam is just wrong. [more inside]
Gift for a young violin player?
Help me get a good gift for a young violin player. [more inside]
MacBook Pro keyboard sensitivity
Can the sensitivity of a MacBook Pro keyboard vary? Can it be changed? [more inside]
How to motivate myself to make school a priority?
I used to be a model student. This semester was truly humbling. Do you have any suggestions to help me hone my study habits, regain motivation, and minimize distractions in the final three semesters before graduation? [more inside]
posted by clearly at 8:30 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by clearly at 8:30 AM PST - 18 comments
P.U. It's a little whiffy in here.
I have a coworker with intermittent odor issues (cigarette smoke and stinky food) and am hoping for some new suggestions in dealing with them. Non-confrontational, passive methods preferred. [more inside]
How to get a career in forensic computing.
Any one working in forensic computing here? Looking for career advice. [more inside]
Who Do I Have To Pay To Get Some Kids On A Boat?
Where can I find a reputable charity that takes underprivileged kids sailing? [more inside]
Help me choose an XM Radio receiver
I've tried to resist, but I can't any longer — I want to subscribe to satellite radio. XM has at least two stations that I'll listen to almost constantly (channels 4 and 44, though 28 and 81 sound appealing, too). After hearing the web-based "free trial", I'm ready to sign up but I don't know anything about receivers. I'll mostly be listening at home. I don't have a stereo setup, but I do have lots of Macs (including Airport Express). I'd like to be able to listen in my car, too. Which receiver options are best? I know that XM and Sirius are merging — is this any reason to wait to purchase equipment? [more inside]
My girlfriend, she's sleepy.
How can I help my girlfriend wake up on time? [more inside]
posted by kbanas at 7:44 AM PST - 80 comments
posted by kbanas at 7:44 AM PST - 80 comments
merging docs in Excel?
How to merge two docs in Excel? [more inside]
Red Sox DH? Garfield's least favorite dog in plural form? Nah.
How do I move on when I can't stop moving?
Help, I can't stop working or loving! How can I move on when I can't pause long enough to get over my relationship? Speed my heart-mending, Mefites. [more inside]
How can I get wine delivered to various addresses in Toronto online?
I am trying to have bottles of wine delivered to clients at different addresses in Toronto, and I am in New York, and would like to do this online if possible, does anyone know any sites? [more inside]
posted by Grither at 6:26 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Grither at 6:26 AM PST - 2 comments
Help me remember this movie!
I vaguely remember an animated movie I saw in the '80s. I'm pretty
sure it was on Beta, so it was the early '80s at that. It was almost,
but not quite, Ralph Bakshi-style animation. A lot of the stories,
which I think were just brief vignettes, were based on Greek
mythology. I distinctly remember really creepy medusae. One story,
involving temptation of some kind, had a really sultry female voice
seducing the female character on-screen into some kind of unpleasant
action. [more inside]
posted by daveqat at 6:00 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by daveqat at 6:00 AM PST - 7 comments
I do nothing but daydream.
Is anyone else addicted to daydreaming? [more inside]
posted by giggleknickers at 5:51 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by giggleknickers at 5:51 AM PST - 34 comments
Renegade clowns with meat cleavers? WTF?
Renegade clowns with meat cleavers in Minnesota! Seriously, did I make this up? [more inside]
posted by jk252b at 5:47 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by jk252b at 5:47 AM PST - 9 comments
I have a nice and irrelevant job. what to do?
I have a nice job at a nice company, however my work is completely irrelevant. What to do? [more inside]
My roommate is stalking my sister.
My roommate is stalking my sister. [more inside]
Help me hire a stripper for my friend's bachelorette party.
Stripping class for a bachelorette party in DC. Is there such a thing? How would I arrange it? [more inside]
Can you suggest a steam-powered milk frothing machine?
My friend wants to buy a steam milk frother as a gift for his mother. The tricky part? She drinks only instant coffee, so doesn't require an espresso machine, JUST the milk frother. Does such an appliance exist, and if so, can it be purchased for under £80? [more inside]
Subwoofer: To scrap or not to scrap?
Love my 5.1 sound system. Hate the subwoofer. Should I by a standalone subwoofer, or replace the whole system? [more inside]
I want to cross 3 more countries off my list.
Driving from Accra, Ghana to Lagos, Nigeria, and back...bad idea? [more inside]
posted by allkindsoftime at 1:09 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by allkindsoftime at 1:09 AM PST - 11 comments
StatisticsFilter: Correlation over time?
If I'm looking at existing statistical data, how do I try to find a correlation between two variables over time? Scatterplots have confused me, because they don't seem to reflect the passage of time, but just where x and y meet. Pearson's r doesn't seem to do it either w/r/t time. [more inside]
December 10
Finding a class B property rental.
How do we find a home for our dojo? [more inside]
size matters. what?
say i bought one of those eee pc laptops (google it if you don't know). How unrealistically difficult would it be to replace the sad little screen with something larger? [more inside]
posted by nihlton at 10:35 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by nihlton at 10:35 PM PST - 13 comments
Best Travel Chess Set?
Chess filter: Does anyone have a particular travel chess set they are delighted with and wouldn't leave home without? I'm looking for a fine quality set, either magnetic or of the peg variety. The pieces should be clearly defined and the board of decent size, say between 6" and 9" square. A set where a study or game in progress can be saved when the set is closed would be a plus. (Google offers too many choices, all claiming to be the best). Many thanks.
posted by thaivagabond at 9:47 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by thaivagabond at 9:47 PM PST - 3 comments
international call costs
How much will it cost to call my friend in Africa? [more inside]
How do I deal with death?
I've reached my late 20s without ever facing death. How do I deal with death when I know I will face it sooner or later? [more inside]
How do we split it?
I'm planning to co-author a book with a semi-famous person who wants to tell her own story, but needs help with the writing part. My biggest question is about money - how should we split it? It's her story, but I'll be doing most of the writing. Yet we are attempting to treat this as a real collaboration where we edit together, pass drafts back and forth, and so forth. Any sense of what percentage is appropriate for each of us? Also, should I join the Writers Union to get help with this type of question? I'd like to join on principal but I'm your classic broke writer, so the dues feel prohibitive. Thanks!
How to live with what I do.
I know They're dead, but am I now too? [more inside]
Presidential Speech Terms Cloud
Does anyone know the link to a website that displays a list of terms that are used by the president at speeches as a sort of cloud? For example:
blah blah blah blah
blah WAR blah blah
TERROR blah blah TAX
I've seen it before, I just can seem to find the link. The website also archives terms used in past speeches.
Thanks! [more inside]
Making the best of few weeks down under?
AussieVacationFilter: I'm a young guy in Los Angeles seriously considering a solo trip to Australia. The Qantas Aussie AirPass seems like an amazing way to build a great trip without breaking the bank. However, with the level of freedom the AirPass would give me, I want to make sure I'm using my time and multiple cities wisely. Any advice and itinerary recommendations you'd be willing to make would be greatly appreciated! [more inside]
posted by adamk at 9:09 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by adamk at 9:09 PM PST - 16 comments
Formal Christmas Attire
So I am looking for ideas as to what to wear to this year's company Christmas party. The theme is Naughty is Nice. I am not looking for anything too naughty, but more along the lines of something formal but outlandish. Any place that I could rent something for one night in the San Francisco area would be perfect. I have a couple of ideas, suit with a tophat/cane, maybe a leisure suit, anything that would turn heads.
Oh yes, I am a guy and I am not too into the assless leather chaps/gag ball/leather thong.
posted by sir_rubixalot at 8:57 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by sir_rubixalot at 8:57 PM PST - 7 comments
What's wrong with our Christmas tree?
Is that the fire crackling? Nope, it's the Christmas tree! [more inside]
posted by killy willy at 8:55 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by killy willy at 8:55 PM PST - 8 comments
white boy electric blues
Looking for female hiphop and rap artists to listen to. [more inside]
Black stuff in peanuts
What is this black, salty, bug-eggy powder that I find in about 1 of 10 peanuts when I crack them open? [more inside]
Can I find Schaeffer Light beer in or around Chicago?
Can I find Schaeffer Light beer in or around Chicago? [more inside]
K-1 Visa problems
K-1 (Fiance) Visa extension? [more inside]
Courtroom illustration
How does a person get a job as a courtroom artist? [more inside]
How to make MD5, Java and Unicode play nicely
How do I make MD5, Java and Unicode play nicely together? [more inside]
posted by idb at 7:44 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by idb at 7:44 PM PST - 8 comments
School dance costume ideas?
A school dance is fast approaching, and we don't know what to wear! Help! [more inside]
Help me find some good blues-rock songs
Can you think of any other blues-rock songs with the same rhythmic pattern as Norman Greenbaum's "Spirit in the Sky" and ZZ Top's "La Grange"?
equatorial physics
Are there any easily demonstrable physical effects to being on the equator? [more inside]
posted by tkolar at 6:50 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by tkolar at 6:50 PM PST - 31 comments
Scallion gel?
I love scallions. I mean, I should really do the right thing and propose. But the one thing holding me back is that small, clear blob of gel/fluid that sometimes oozes from the joint where the hollow green section meets the solid white section while chopping. What is that stuff? [more inside]
posted by R. Mutt at 6:37 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by R. Mutt at 6:37 PM PST - 11 comments
'The closest to perfection a person ever comes is when he fills out a job application form.' - Randall
Question within about a request from a potential employer for additional references that I can't provide (not because they're bad, just due to circumstances), and how to handle the process of saying "no, sorry" to them. [more inside]
posted by anastasiav at 6:30 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by anastasiav at 6:30 PM PST - 11 comments
Where'd Luanne's baby go?
What happened with Luanne's pregnancy on King of the Hill? [more inside]
posted by hjo3 at 6:19 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by hjo3 at 6:19 PM PST - 4 comments
Rumfoord One More
Does Vonnegut ever explain the relationship between Bertram Copeland Rumfoord in Slaughterhouse Five and Winston Niles Rumfoord in Sirens of Titan? If not, do you have any plausible theories, or did KV just like the sound of the last name?
Please help identify this song
Please help identify this song. [more inside]
Brie to bake
I want to buy an iPhone, but where?
Where is the best place to buy an iPhone? Apple store, Apple website, AT&T store, or AT&T website? Are there any issues such as getting a better warranty or less painful service when buying from a certain place?
Like Army of Darkness, but more realistic
Help me find a specific type of time travel novel. [more inside]
Help me find an old article
Looking for an old newsmagazine story about Britain. [more inside]
DVD catalog social site
Know any good DVD catalog social sites? Librarything for DVD's? [more inside]
Where would I find this animation short?
Who's like Brubeck who isn't Brubeck?
As happens about once a year, my dear boy has lately been stuck hard on Dave Brubeck. I love Time Out as much as he does, but I’m getting a little burned out. What other artists of albums might he enjoy? [more inside]
posted by mostlymartha at 3:30 PM PST - 42 comments
posted by mostlymartha at 3:30 PM PST - 42 comments
Allergic to the sun?
When I was about 10 or 12, I think, there was one summer where I was, I was told, "allergic to the sun." I've googled the phenomenon and I don't seem to fit the profile. What was this? [more inside]
posted by Morrigan at 3:21 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Morrigan at 3:21 PM PST - 14 comments
How to show homeschool on resume?
I'm helping a family friend with his resume - how to best present his GED and homeschooled background? [more inside]
Rent-a-lackey?
New Zealand volunteering: I'm going to New Zealand, and I want to do some volunteering when I get there... any suggestions? [more inside]
If she wants to dance and drink all night...
How can I turn DDR: The Hottest Party (for Wii) into the main activity in a get-your-fat-butt-off-the-couch and move around routine? [more inside]
Would upgrading to Leopard allow my computer to better stream video?
I run a 12 inch Powerbook G4 1.33 with 1.25GB of RAM (Tiger) with 64MB dedicated video card. Anytime I play anything video (ABC, NBC, YouTube, CBS, Fox, AOL Video, etc. etc.), the fans come on full blast (more so than I ever remember, and I've had the computer for almost 42 months now). So I have a couple of questions related to this. First, did something happen online that causes intense pressure on the CPU and causes the fans to blast out? Doesn't my seemingly good video card counteract that, or shouldn't it?
And the money question: I've heard rumors that Leopard is much better at handling video compared to Tiger. Would upgrading cause less strain on my CPU, allowing the fans to be a little quieter? Would the video be smoother and allow me to maximize the video screen, instead of always having to keep the screen small (3"x4")?
I'm searching for an obscure organic hippy magazine from the 70's
I'm looking for a magazine from the early 70's that was geared towards natural hippy lifestyles, homesteading, composting, crafts, self-sustainability and organic gardening. Does this ring a bell with anyone and can you help me find some back copies?
posted by watercarrier at 3:07 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by watercarrier at 3:07 PM PST - 24 comments
HELP me help a TEACHER!
Help me help a TEACHER!
I have a friend who has 25 years experience teaching French and German in a private school. She's a talented and extremely hard-working teacher, but receives little support, compensation (low-pay), and respect from the school's all male administrators. She feels very stuck-- and unable to change her situation. If she switched over to public schools, she'd likely have to start over, in terms of retirement years put in.
And, like most teachers, she takes a LOT of work home-- and puts in 8-12 hours every weekend grading papers and even offering free tutoring. All of this is NOT compensated. She does it because she's diligent and loves her kids.
I've been trying to convince her that her skills are VALUABLE and the PRIVATE SECTOR would love to have her language skills.
AM I WRONG? Are there jobs in the corporate / non-profit / NGO fields which could use her French / German teaching / translation skills?
I thank you and she'll thank you-- if we can help her get out of a dead-end job!
Moving a goldfish into a new house?
Tips for moving your pet fish to a new house? [more inside]
posted by Katemonkey at 2:51 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Katemonkey at 2:51 PM PST - 9 comments
My MadDog enclosure should be called HotDog
My new HD enclosure gets really hot. Should I worry? [more inside]
Almost there ! Advice for late coming of age after family issues
Any good formulas /advice on how to get back on feet after emotional earthquake / epiphany ? (story inside) [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 2:40 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by anonymous at 2:40 PM PST - 9 comments
The Format War & My Collection
Should I continue to purchase titles on standard DVD and wait out the format war or switch immediately to a new (Blu/HDDVD) format? [more inside]
Help me salvage a hard drive from a busted iMac
Help me figure out how to salvage my hard drive! [more inside]
What printer would you recommend for graphics department for printing color ads and proofs of magazine and newspaper pages?
What office printer would you recommend for a graphics department for printing color ads and proofs of magazine and newspaper pages? NEED Postscript level 3 compatibility , Ethernet, good type output and a nice chunk of RAM (256mb or more). We previously had phaser 8200DP, but it's slowly dying. 11x17 and duplexing would be nice, but not required.
Where to buy carnivorous plants in Vancouver?
Where can I buy carnivorous plants in/near Vancouver, BC? Google has failed me.
posted by imaswinger at 1:47 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by imaswinger at 1:47 PM PST - 6 comments
Do alternatives to the HBR exist, if so what are they?
Has anyone had success doing an academic lit review of business topics, particularly marketing? I am asking if such things lend themselves to learning and staying competitive along the lines of a bioresearcher subscribing to Journal of Biology. Are top executives and consultants going through graduate-level text? [more inside]
posted by geoff. at 12:55 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by geoff. at 12:55 PM PST - 2 comments
Christmas gift for traveler who loves the nitty gritty details of travel plans?
I need a good, creative Christmas gift idea for my dad. He's really into travel by air and rail--not the vehicles themselves so much, but their schedules, the logic behind putting a particular model on a particular flight, etc. [more inside]
posted by ocherdraco at 12:54 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by ocherdraco at 12:54 PM PST - 21 comments
Where is the little paper clip guy??
Arg! Help me figure out Word 2007! [more inside]
Information on how people spend their money
Global consumer spending/expenditure data, beyond government stats [more inside]
posted by Marzipan at 12:35 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Marzipan at 12:35 PM PST - 2 comments
How to send a bulk email to my community that doesn't come across as spam
I need help devising an enticing email invite for users to view my social network reboot. Anyone have a suggestion for a tongue & cheek crowd beyond the "Check out our new.." retoric?
Help my choir find a home.
Help the choir I'm trying to start find a home! [more inside]
Office bully is driving me nuts.
I'm afraid of someone at work. [more inside]
Captain Kangaroo songs
Does anyone remember Captain Kangaroo coming out with a series of songs for individual names? [more inside]
Can we read the same email without tears?
Help me use email in a multi-user environment. IMAP is great, but not for more than one user at a time. [more inside]
How to arrange wedding invites around parental estrangement?
How to arrange wedding invites around parental estrangement? [more inside]
Miami Hipster Websites
What are some websites popular with Miami hipsters?
Like the Miami equivalent of The Stranger in Seattle or The Village Voice in NYC. Has to be a website or some other online resource, though.
The Tooth Fairy
My 6 yr. old son just lost his first tooth. He now expects a "tooth fairy" because his Brittish dad told him. I'm Dutch and have no idea. Help me out to answer some of his questions. [more inside]
posted by kudzu at 11:25 AM PST - 67 comments
posted by kudzu at 11:25 AM PST - 67 comments
architecture 101 classes
I don't know much about architecture, except that I really enjoying time looking at good examples of it - and will go see places just for that.
Where can I find free or low cost classes to learn more about architecture? (Second choice would be a good online resources). I'm not only looking for classes (which I can do via google), but people's experiences with them I am in DC. Transit accessibility is more or less a necessity.
Looking for a good wireless mic solution for a portable video camera.
Looking for a good wireless mic solution for a portable video camera. [more inside]
posted by Mr_Crazyhorse at 11:16 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Mr_Crazyhorse at 11:16 AM PST - 7 comments
Starland Vocal Band vs. Billy Squier
Lost Song Filter: I swear I remember hearing a song called Time Bomb in late 70s early 80s. [more inside]
posted by wittgenstein at 11:16 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by wittgenstein at 11:16 AM PST - 5 comments
Whats a better boat?
Im looking into buying a boat... 17-18 foot bowrider... I dont know too much about them, i found a 1999 larson sei with the 3.0litre volvo penta and only 22 hours for $9000usd, its just across the border (im in canada)... its either that or a bayliner which sem to be very popular... has anyone had good or bad experiences with these boats and could reccomend one or the other? (or something else) Also anyone imported a boat into canada from the states and have advice on what to watch out for? Thanks all :) [more inside]
"I’m not crying ... My eyes are just a little sweaty today"
How do you not get emotional when something drastically bad happens to your family? [more inside]
Is COBRA worth it? Or is there are hidden trap?
Hello battle-scarred health insurance vets. Here's a COBRA question for you to ponder. I left my job in early November. My application with the Freelancers' Union to be eligible to enroll in their plans has been approved. In the time between the former and the latter, I had to see my primary care physician and refill a bunch of prescriptions. There's still time for me to elect to have COBRA coverage for the time since I left my job, but should I? Would that lead to the dreaded "gap in coverage"? [more inside]
Travel health insurance for US Expats
Where can I, an expatriate US citizen, get travel health insurance that will cover me while I'm traveling in the States? [more inside]
posted by syzygy at 7:53 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by syzygy at 7:53 AM PST - 7 comments
Praline recipe wanted
Do you have a recipe for pecan pralines using evaporated milk that has been successful for you? The web is full of heavy cream-based recipes, but I just ate a fabulous one made with evap milk, so I'd like to start there. If you can advise on stirring/not stirring and temperature to cook to, I'd appreciate that too.
You can pick your nose, and you can pick your locks, but you can't possess lock picks in DC
Possession of lock picking tools in Washington, D.C. - for recreational purposes. Honest! [more inside]
BlackBerry Curve: How do i get rid of glitches in syncronization?
I got a BB Curve for my birthday a few months ago, and I love it. Contacts and tasks seem to synchronize well. However, there are few problems with calendar synchronization that I find very frustrating. [more inside]
posted by esolo at 7:21 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by esolo at 7:21 AM PST - 3 comments
All I Want for Christmas is a few special moments with my sweetheart.
What are your Christmas traditions? How did you develop your own (rather than doing what your parents did?) [more inside]
Congratulations! Here's your whatchamacallit.
What is the name for the gift that a groomsman delivers to the bride on behalf of the groom on the wedding day? What is the name for the gift that a father gives to the moher of his child on the day of birth? [more inside]
What's the jargon for a "convergent" word?
I'm looking for a term my professor used to use for "convergent words." What do you call a word that uses roots with similar meanings to form the same concept across two languages? (either by chance or direct-translation) [more inside]
posted by mecenday at 6:39 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by mecenday at 6:39 AM PST - 10 comments
I'm in charge of our website. Now what?
I'm in charge of our website. Now what? [more inside]
Looking for Chumby feedback
I'm looking for feedback on the Chumby. I am attracted to the thing and I have read lots of positive stuff about them. Are they all that?
Anyone out there have any real experience with one? What are the down sides?
Good microwave cooking recipes for Christmas candies, jams, etc
Surprisingly good microwave recipes anyone? I'm looking for microwave recipes for jams, candy, etc. that you've actually made and turned out surprisingly well for being cooked in a microwave. I'm particularly interested in any recipe that can be made and put in containers for Christmas gifts.
Olive Garden Artichoke Dip - but I need bread!!
I've made some artichoke-spinach dip and I'd really love to serve it with bread like the olive garden's! [more inside]
posted by Gideon at 4:49 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by Gideon at 4:49 AM PST - 1 comment
Best place to get teeth whitening gel in the UK
Teeth whitening UK: Best place to buy the gel? [more inside]
Come on, wake up!
Why does my PC lose the internet and LAN connections when it comes out of S3 standby? [more inside]
I really hate ironing
No matter where I get my shirts dry cleaned the buttons always crack and break. Only alternative to wash and iron at home? [more inside]
What does copywriting pay?
What does copywriting pay?
A computer consulting firm wants to hire me to write founder bios, customer service email templates, redo the copy on their website, etc. Also maybe some light technical writing.
As far as experience, I've done all that (unpaid) for a startup of my own, which was very successful. I'm also a very experienced popular writer (articles and books). But never did this sort of copywriting for pay. What's typical renumeration?
Networking Problem on Dell GX270
Anyone got ideas why a Dell GX270 refuses to talk with ethernet? [more inside]
posted by sdevans at 3:22 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by sdevans at 3:22 AM PST - 15 comments
Spontaneous Reboots Except in Safe Mode
Why is my computer spontaneously rebooting, immediately or very soon after booting up? [more inside]
Natural/Alternative solutions to cover unwanted bleached hair?
Peroxide Mishap - Is it possible to get my bleached hair back to its natural color without resorting to boxed hair dye? [more inside]
posted by zippity at 12:15 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by zippity at 12:15 AM PST - 12 comments
December 9
Phenobarbital and Migraines
From the age of 5 until 9, my doctor prescribed phenobarbital for my migraines. The headaches disappeared, but I'm wondering if there have been any long term studies done on the effects of phenobarbital on young children. [more inside]
posted by maryh at 11:11 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by maryh at 11:11 PM PST - 6 comments
i wanna bacon double chocolate butter cake in my tummy all winter long!
stop me from fattening up for the winter. [more inside]
Normal, poisson with a twist of outliers.
Do foot sizes follow a normal distribution?
posted by blue_beetle at 10:48 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by blue_beetle at 10:48 PM PST - 30 comments
What kind of markers did I have when I was kid?
My first memory is fighting with my twin brother over a set of markers. I'm trying to figure out what kind of markers they were, and I'm going crazy! They were about four inches long and flat-- the cross section would be about 1 inch by 1/2 inch. The bodies were mostly black. They were in a set of two or three tiers, somewhere around 20 colors. [more inside]
Mysterious battery light behaviour...
My girlfriend has a Dell Inspiron, and the battery light won't stop flashing. [more inside]
How would you assign numbers to the different types of human effluvia?
How would you assign numbers to the different types of human effluvia? [more inside]
Reality bites.
[Law Job Filter] I don't have a lot of options, help me pick the one that is the least likely to ruin my career and make me default on my loans! [more inside]
posted by whoaali at 7:53 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by whoaali at 7:53 PM PST - 23 comments
2008, I want you to be cool.
2007 has been a year of nothing. How can I make 2008 a year to remember? [more inside]
SNRIs vs. libido
Is there any way to stay on SNRIs but restore libido? Possibly TMI about sex life inside, quite possibly NSFW. [more inside]
How do you deflate an over-inflated ego?
How do you deflate an over-inflated ego? [more inside]
Sex with Robots?
What to ask David Levy, author of Love & Sex With Robots? [more inside]
Computer restarting problem
My computer seems to be restarting when there's a lot of activity going on - i.e. heavy downloading, many apps, etc. Please help! [more inside]
First message in Outlook takes a long time to open
Why does it take forever (well, almost a minute) for the first message to open in Outlook (2002)? [more inside]
Specs Appeal!
Where to find Ray-Ban's in Los Angeles? [more inside]
Help me find some funny vids!
I need gag vids. The kind that start all sweet and innocent and then the monster jumps out and stuff like that. Another is the kind in which your computer is "taking a picture" of you but the picture is actually of a monkey. Please see... [more inside]
posted by snsranch at 5:57 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by snsranch at 5:57 PM PST - 6 comments
Basic Audio Recording with Audacity: Need help removing the microphone from the input mix
I'm using Audacity to record audio from various software on my laptop, but it's grabbing info from my microphone instead of my speakers. How do I fix this?! [more inside]
save me from swimmer's ear
Attention swimmers- please help me find these earplugs.... [more inside]
I'm looking for gift suggestions for a beginning gardener.
I'm looking for suggestions for good gifts for a beginning gardener. Books? Seeds? Tools? [more inside]
How can I use this UK appliance in the US?
British appliance, US power: can they find happiness together? [more inside]
posted by bac at 4:51 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by bac at 4:51 PM PST - 15 comments
A Pukeko in a Ponga Tree
Does anyone know where I could find a downloadable (preferably free) version of the New Zealand Christmas carol "A Pukeko in a Ponga Tree?" [more inside]
Can I upload old emails into my Yahoo Mail account?
Is there a way I can upload old emails into my Yahoo account? I was previously using Thunderbird as my client but now want to exclusively use Yahoo webmail, and would like to have my 'Sent' mail and the contents of a couple of other email folders that I've downloaded locally to be available online. [more inside]
Will my ridiculously crushed fingers heal on their own or am I going to be left with reduced sensation and function?
My fingers got crushed when my clothes airer decided to fold up. Now I have a numb bent index finger and a numb little finger. Will they stay like this, or heal in time? [more inside]
Why did CPUs stop getting faster about 5 years ago?
Why are CPUs not getting faster any more? This plot is some data I scraped from a few sources around the web. I know it's not exhaustive, but I'm looking to pick out long-term and general trends. It's clear to me that processor clock speed has plateau'ed around roughly 4 GHz. Why? [more inside]
posted by sergeant sandwich at 4:35 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by sergeant sandwich at 4:35 PM PST - 30 comments
Wireless Than Perfect
Help a couple of decidedly incapable computer users get their wireless connection working again. [more inside]
Tort against third party recipients of the proceeds of theft?
Hypothetical legal question: My father stole a horse from SomeCorp, which rented horses for profit. My father subsequently made his money by renting out the horse and later the horse's progeny. All my dad's money was made off that horse, or its progeny, or off of money derived from money made off that horse. When he died, my dad left his money to me. Can SomeCorp successfully sue me, a third-party recipient of the proceeds of the theft? What laws and precedents would be the basis for SomeCorp's suit against me? [more inside]
GettingLifeinOrder Filter
Do I need personal copies of my medical records if I'm in good health? [more inside]
posted by almostmanda at 4:01 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by almostmanda at 4:01 PM PST - 9 comments
Toronto residential street parking permit availability
How easy is it to get residential street parking permits in Toronto? What are the chances of being put on a waiting list? [more inside]
posted by mendel at 3:59 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by mendel at 3:59 PM PST - 7 comments
DJ / music player software that has easy playlist features, supports FLAC, two outputs and OSX?
DJ / music player software that has easy playlist features, supports FLAC, two outputs and OSX? [more inside]
Why does road paving take so long in Massachusetts?
Why does road paving take so long in Massachusetts? Last year, when the Mass Pike was being paved, it was a multi-month project. They would mill the road, leave the milled road as is for several weeks, then pave it. The process of covering the length of the work area took several months.
By comparison, when I lived in the DC Metro area, paving happened overnight on Route 66 in Northern Virginia inside the Beltway - seemingly instantaneously. One machine would mill the road, collect the milled asphalt, turn it into new asphalt, lay it, and then it would be paved -- in hours, not weeks or months. They would mill/pave one lane one night, then move to the next lane the next night. [more inside]
posted by scottso17 at 3:43 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by scottso17 at 3:43 PM PST - 19 comments
I regret to inform you...
How can I best petition for the reconsideration of a grad school application? Or should I even try? [more inside]
posted by Asherah at 3:23 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Asherah at 3:23 PM PST - 13 comments
Help me find a word for this obscure kind of situation!
Obsessivewordenthusiastfilter: I'm writing a paper and I'm trying to portray a certain situation which I feel would be best conveyed with the use of an allusion, preferably to a Greek or Roman myth. More inside! [more inside]
Please recommend movies about making movies.
I watched Incident at Loch Ness recently and it reminded me how much I enjoy watching actors pretending to be actors and directors, so now I'm looking for more. [more inside]
How to forward email to a script
How can I set up a system that forwards email to a script given that port 25 is Cox-blocked on my home connection? Use a web host? Bypass Cox somehow? [more inside]
Tall, dark and handsome ?
The phrase, "tall, dark and handsome"... what does "dark" refer to? And in what order should they be ranked from a woman's point of view, "handsome, tall and dark"?
A question of faith, logic and love: where does that leave my marriage?
Love vs. trust - I love my husband very much, but I don't trust him at all. I need to figure out a way to tell if he is lying to me or not, and actually make myself believe it. I would love to hear your suggestions. [more inside]
Scansnap 500 (not 500M) working with a MacBook under Leopard (OS 10.5)?
Will a Fujitsu Scansnap 500 (not 500M) work with a MacBook under Leopard (OS 10.5)? [more inside]
Best German Classes in Sydney?
Best place to learn German in Sydney, Australia? [more inside]
Short CS course
I have to teach an undergraduate short course (3 - 4 weeks) on software development using a new technology/tool/framework. What should I teach? [more inside]
What are the rules for Canadian copyright terms?
I've got some local postcards that are 90+ years old (as determined by postmark). Are they out of copyright -- can I sell reproductions? [more inside]
posted by seanmpuckett at 1:45 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by seanmpuckett at 1:45 PM PST - 4 comments
Western Digital or Seagate
I have an external hard drive on my Christmas list. I'd like to make the shopping easy on them by giving specific choices. I've done some searching (here and via Gooooogle) but I need that extra oomph from the genius that is the hive mind. [more inside]
Stories about sending signals to the past
Is there any time travel fiction based on the idea of only sending signals/information into the past? [more inside]
posted by clockworkjoe at 12:21 PM PST - 41 comments
posted by clockworkjoe at 12:21 PM PST - 41 comments
How to save videos from video.aol.com?
I would like to be able to watch videos from video.aol.com when I'm offline but am unable to save the ones that come from in2tv. [more inside]
Help me not ruin Christmas dinner for the vegetarians in the family.
Can I de-salt my lasagna filling? I'm making two spinach-pesto lasagnas and it seems I've over-salted my truly ginormous bowl of ricotta/parmesan/spinach/pesto filling. Please tell me I don't have to start over. Can it be saved? Can I add something that will take away some of the saltiness?
Fed up with Microsoft (.NET)
Best programming language for internal automation? [more inside]
posted by jjsonp at 11:36 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by jjsonp at 11:36 AM PST - 21 comments
Summer equivalent to a snowbird?
Is there a summer equivalent to "snowbirds" in hot sunbelt cities? If so where do they go? [more inside]
How to make the landlord bill me?
How can I make my landlord tell me what I owe for bills? [more inside]
posted by jclovebrew at 11:28 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by jclovebrew at 11:28 AM PST - 21 comments
How do I find a copy of a movie from 1919?
After months of research, we've finally discovered the film that was shown the night my theatre opened in 1919. The question is, how would I go about finding out if there are existing prints of this movie available? [more inside]
posted by Newbornstranger at 11:26 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Newbornstranger at 11:26 AM PST - 11 comments
What is Comoros like?
What is there to see and do in Comoros? Has anyone been there? What is the social climate like? [more inside]
Font where 'E' looks like a backwards '3'?
I'm looking for a bunch of nice (free) fonts where the 'E' looks like a backwards '3'. Example. Thanks in advanc3!
Help Me to Breathe Easier
Sinus Filter: I've had "nose" issues since I was a kid, but the situation is getting worse. (long story inside) [more inside]
My TV doesn't boot
My TV won't boot. The screen turns on, but it doesn't display anything (it's just solid black) and doesn't respond when I press any button besides the power button. Does anybody have any clever ideas for trying to deal with this myself before I send it in for repair? [more inside]
How mutually intelligible are the Turkic languages?
How mutually intelligible are the Turkic languages? Would Turkish help me get around Central Asia? [more inside]
Help me read Being and Time!
Advice for reading Being and Time? [more inside]
Usefulness of teaching English in India?
How useful is teaching English abroad (India) ? [more inside]
How do you keep a studio apartment organized and uncluttered?
What are your tricks for keeping organized and eliminating clutter in a studio apartment? [more inside]
The clothespins do nothing!
Smelly house filter. Smell similar to stale cigarette smoke coming from our attic, and getting worse. What is it? How do I stop it? [more inside]
What cheap GPS to get for occasional driver in Canada?
What cheap GPS to get for occasional driver in Canada? [more inside]
an ad from years ago with kids making pictures with their bodies, shot from overhead
Few years ago, an ad ... maybe using the "Mad World" song from Donnie Darko (no, not the GoW spot of late)
Black/white shot from overhead, showed kids playing, forming pictures with their bodies... maybe it was for a car? [more inside]
posted by cloudscratcher at 9:49 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by cloudscratcher at 9:49 AM PST - 6 comments
Apartment building showers driving me insane!
How do I circumvent the wildly variable water pressure and temperature in my apartment building? [more inside]
Help me find a French grammar-for-Francophones blog?
I'm looking for a French grammar-for-francophones blog. I remember it was written by one or more editors attached to a newspaper. It was very much focused on common mistakes and missteps that francophones make while speaking French. Anyone know what I'm talking about, or that can point me to similar blogs? [more inside]
posted by flibbertigibbet at 9:43 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by flibbertigibbet at 9:43 AM PST - 3 comments
That lovely rotten-egg smell
Does replacing the sacrificial anode in your water-heater with a different alloy anode really work to eliminate the stinky water? [more inside]
Is it possible to sell your claim to some land before you inherit it?
My parents own some land which I’ll inherit one day. I was wondering if it's possible to sell my claim to the land before I’ve actually inherited it? [more inside]
How do I watch a video podcast on an iPod?
Help, my intuition is broken! How do I get a video podcast onto my iPod and to show up in the appropriate menu(s)? [more inside]
What are my rights in this workplace dispute?
A bad work situation gets even worse...I need advice about my rights in the workplace. [more inside]
Seeking details about black sixties soul suits.
What kind of (black) suits, shirts, ties, shoes did sixties soul musicians wear on stage? [more inside]
Cork economics
I keep hearing that synthetic wine corks are endangering the livelihood cork farmers. Why hasn't the upswing in the use of cork flooring offset this phenomenon?
Help me look like my Jewish Grandma
[boringquestionfilter] Where I can I find one of those collapsible shopping carts in Washington, DC? Specifically, in Adams Morgan? [more inside]
Replace Toshiba M55 CMOS battery
Mrs. mysterious1der's laptop (M55-S331) won't keep time accurately. I've torn apart and repaired (board swaps, not actual board level repair) dozens of Dell laptops, but this is my first Toshiba. Lo and behold, the CMOS battery is soldered to the motherboard. Do I either have to unsolder it and resolder a new one, or get a new motherboard? [more inside]
smoke on the mattress
how do we get the smell of smoke out of a mattress and boxspring? [more inside]
How can I sell my Wireless?
- Anyone had any luck in (re-)selling internet access through their wireless routers. The program LinSpot seems like the perfect answer but alas, Mac only. I live in a military barracks where people are constantly coming and going, where they charge $5 an hour for WiFi, I would like to do it for about a buck a day. Right now I give it away but sometimes it just gets too slow.
Thanks everyone.
A Dry Christmas
I live in a humid / semi-tropical area where it never gets cold / snows. I have been here for 7 years and am very climatized. Now, whenever I go home to Michigan for Christmas, I get extremely 'dried out'.....my head feels dehydrated. I also get extremely tired / lethargic, and my internal thermometer gets thrown out of wack. What is going on here, and what can I do to alleviate the symptoms so I can have an enjoyable Christmas?
How can I make my sheraton more awesome?
I want to make my Epiphone Sheraton II sound as close to a Gibson ES-335 as possible. Suggestions? [more inside]
Oh, yes! Oh... blech.
Sometimes, after I have an orgasm, I feel intensely nauseated for about an hour. Why might this be? (contains somewhat icky sexual details) [more inside]
Flash Games for an ADHD Low Function Autistic Boy
Recommend Flash (or otherwise web-based games) suitable for an 8 year old autistic (and ADHD and developmentally delayed) boy? Needs to run on public library computers with 'net access. [more inside]
posted by porpoise at 3:11 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by porpoise at 3:11 AM PST - 9 comments
December 8
Save my earphones!
Can I fix my expensive earphones? Please note: I am clumsy and not inclined to fixing anything, let alone small, expensive things. [more inside]
Obsession, obsession...
I'm trying to get clever and have new emails sent to my phone via SMS. I'm using gmail and a verizon phone, and trying to channel the whole operation through rssfwd.com. Issues ensue. [more inside]
posted by roygbv at 10:54 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by roygbv at 10:54 PM PST - 5 comments
Best eBook Compiling Software
I'm looking for the very best software out there (prefer mac but anything at this point) for creating eBooks. I'm hoping there is some intelligent software out there that can take a large text file, full of chapters, numbered paragraphs, and automatically create ebook reader compatible files, with a main index to each chapter. [more inside]
How to say "I'm sorry" without actually saying it
Alternatives to "I'm sorry..." [more inside]
The name of the mystifying lights is...
The 3- or 2-color status lights above machinery or the self-checkout lanes. What are they called? [more inside]
posted by yellowbkpk at 8:56 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by yellowbkpk at 8:56 PM PST - 6 comments
It hurts when you hit a wall
My wife is very 'vanilla' when it comes to intimacy. [more inside]
posted by tdreyer1 at 8:31 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by tdreyer1 at 8:31 PM PST - 32 comments
Online webcomics - graphic novel or manga style
Can webcomics fans point me to some good online manga or graphic novel type comics? Bonus points if the story is complete and I don't have to wait for an update every week (side question - why is it so hard to find webcomics that are completed?). Sex, violence, serious, silly, whatever, as long as the story is engaging and the artwork is well done. [more inside]
Pre-PowerPoint Technology?
I have a set of brass letter tiles. What was their original purpose? [more inside]
posted by pgoes at 7:52 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by pgoes at 7:52 PM PST - 18 comments
How do I fire someone without demoralizing the rest of my team?
How do I fire someone without demoralizing the rest of my team? [more inside]
the billz to pay the billz
Too late for salary negotiations? [more inside]
"one 'Art', please"
I'm looking for some shops or galleries in the Seattle area where I can expect to find art in the range of $100-$200. [more inside]
Passive aggression for the holidays!
Help me to find the perfect passive-aggressive gift for the holidays. Long story follows. [more inside]
posted by InnocentBystander at 6:31 PM PST - 99 comments
posted by InnocentBystander at 6:31 PM PST - 99 comments
Grammar Question: Is or Isn't?
Grammar Question: Is or Isn't? [more inside]
Macfilter: How can I use ethernet and wifi at the same time on my Macs?
Is it possible to connect two macs via ethernet (to share files back and forth on their wired LAN), but both be connected to the internet wirelessly at the same time using airport? (an airport extreme is connected to DSL on the lower level of the apartment). If so, how? [more inside]
Get my Grandpa online!
Email machine for my Grandpa? Recently, several of my Grandfather's closest family members have moved away from him. We still communicate a lot on the phone, but I'd love him to be able to email us. [more inside]
Info Junkie Seeks a Better Tool, One Site to Rule Them All, Etc. Etc.
Help me curb the info overload and start using web aggregators... [more inside]
posted by rmm at 4:33 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by rmm at 4:33 PM PST - 3 comments
One touch shutdown
Asking for Mr Waterlily: "I would like write a script that starts when the computer starts, goes into a permanent loop, looks to see if a key is pressed, if the key is pressed it would do something, if not it would pause n seconds then loop again.
How does one detect key events in applescript?" [more inside]
Please recommend informative documentaries or educational videos that can be found on-line
I like to learn stuff by watching videos. Please recommend informative documentaries or educational videos that can be found on-line. [more inside]
posted by MetaMonkey at 3:19 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by MetaMonkey at 3:19 PM PST - 15 comments
Can Nikon camera use Sony flash?
Can Nikon camera use Sony flash? [more inside]
Know any good South American dating sites?
Do you know of any good dating sites which mainly serve South America? [more inside]
Self-referential Asterisks
What is the origin of using asterisks to bracket a self-referential action statement? [more inside]
Anyone able to help identify an elusive women's scarf subspecies?
What would a women's square wool or fleece scarf be called? [more inside]
posted by CKmtl at 2:20 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by CKmtl at 2:20 PM PST - 13 comments
Two-Buck Chuck and...?
What do I absolutely HAVE to buy at Trader Joe's? [more inside]
Two Easy Country Music Questions
Two easy country music questions:
1) What is the name of the genre/subgenre of country music playing in the background of this clip from a TV show?
2) What artists/albums are there of this type of country music? [more inside]
posted by Bugbread at 1:16 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Bugbread at 1:16 PM PST - 19 comments
How do I back up my iPhoto library to my .mac account?
How can I automatically back up my iPhoto library to my .mac account? [more inside]
posted by The corpse in the library at 1:14 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by The corpse in the library at 1:14 PM PST - 4 comments
Rights of MSNBC predators?
Don't the Predators on "To Catch a Predator" have any rights regarding their image being used on TV? [more inside]
Christmas Tree Preservative?
How can I make homemade Christmas Tree preservative? [more inside]
How to get paid?
I have a friend that's a handyman (paints, small repairs, lawn care, etc) and is having trouble getting paid for some of the work that he's already done. Some of his customers owe upwards of $1000, but others owe smaller amounts.
He has taken some of them to small claims court and won, but the court told him that they do not enforce the decision.
What is the cheapest, easiest way for him to collect the money he is owed?
Pool pump woes
I have an above-ground pool which doesn't seem to be pumping well. Please help! [more inside]
Saliva buildup
You know those little pockets directly underneath your ears and behind the jaw bone? Mine fill with saliva and cause discomfort. [more inside]
Oh, good morning, Dying Alone! How have you been?
I am in my twenties, and I have given up on the idea of ever having sex again because I believe I am secretly too hideous for it. [more inside]
Ripping CBCsports stream
Is there an easy Mac OS X way to rip a video (plus audio) stream of a hockey game tonight? [more inside]
Palm OS comic book collection software?
What Palm OS program can I install to keep track of my comic book collection? [more inside]
posted by MegoSteve at 10:05 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by MegoSteve at 10:05 AM PST - 5 comments
Anyone ever been employed by the Art Institutes?
Does anyone out there have any insight about the Art Institutes as an employer? Having worked mostly in the public sector, I am curious to what this private college's reputation is as far as job security, salaries, etc. is, and I haven't been able to find much online that was not generated by the Art Institutes themselves. Any information at all would be helpful, as I am not in a position where I can just go there and start asking current employees questions. Thank you.
First time to Europe
Going to Germany! [more inside]
We three kings...
How can I come up with inexpensive, imitation, wise men gifts? [more inside]
posted by pearlybob at 8:46 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by pearlybob at 8:46 AM PST - 12 comments
I want my scifi spectacles!
What are the technical obstacles to making 'smart' spectacles which would function like the lenses in the human eye? [more inside]
GoogleFu fails me...
OK, in the vein of kinda wasting a question but I really want to know:
Anyone know either where can I find a non-resized version of this wallpaper or a link to where I can snag the original photo and make my own version?
posted by Ikazuchi at 8:07 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Ikazuchi at 8:07 AM PST - 4 comments
Big Time Sensuality
What is the largest live crowd to ever witness a couple having sex? [more inside]
Ai o felicitare?
Romanian spam? Anyone here able to read what I think is Romanian? [more inside]
posted by ohio at 7:44 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by ohio at 7:44 AM PST - 2 comments
What does it take to get a 'rehab' mortgage to purchase a building?
What does it take to get a 'rehab' mortgage to purchase a building? [more inside]
Where can I find landlord/tenant laws online that will help me with this...
The building we're living in has been sold to a management company who just put out notices while we were on vacation. The notice is dated 12/4 and it states that rent payment must be in the form of cash, money order, or bank check. Their office hours are during the same hours we are at work mon-fri, 9-5. Payment can be dropped in their box or mailed to their office. They state payments received after the 5th of the month (due the 1st) will incur a 20% penalty. I'm wondering what the tenants rights are. Can they really NOT accept personal checks?!! [more inside]
How can an XP Pro administrator log into a user's desktop without the user??
Is there a way/program to log into a Windows XP Pro user's desktop without their password (sort of like a master password?). Let me explain... [more inside]
If I tell you I'm bipolar, will that make you run away?
Mental illness/dating filter: Four years ago, I broke up with a great guy (possibly the right guy, definitely the wrong time). We've had contact maybe three times since then. Two years ago, at age 38, I was diagnosed as bipolar. Now he wants to have dinner. How much does he need to know about my illness and how do I explain it? [more inside]
I'm gay -- but do I only like straight guys?
I'm gay, and I'm afraid that I only like straight guys. [more inside]
Help me reconcile my feelings about potentially getting hitched and gaining a dependent (or two)
I’m an early-30’s guy, seeing an early-30’s girl who I think I could be with long term. She is unquestionably an awesome person, and I appreciate the fact that she brings a different perspective and background to the relationship than my own. As with many things, these differences can be a double-edged sword. Read on, below... [more inside]
Looking for MAC cosmetics distributors in LA or SF
Looking to find several MAC cosmetics distributors in Los Angeles and/or San Francisco or online for wholesale purchase.
Wireless router woes
Is there any way to connect a USB ADSL modem to a wireless-G broadband router? [more inside]
posted by juva at 1:32 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by juva at 1:32 AM PST - 6 comments
Find an old school blog?
Help me find an old website. Google has failed me. It was like a blog, but predated the greater Internet blog explosion of 2004, was by a man who ran an ISP and BBS in the early 90's, and later became an independent film maker. He might have been in Colorado too. Unlike most blogs, the aesthetics and writing was good, and there were years of archived material.
Bicycle Data for Portland, OR
Where can I find data about cyclists in Portland, OR? [more inside]
December 7
Stinky Genitals
What would cause a woman's vaginal discharge to smell strongly of mildew? [more inside]
Firefoxin'.
Is it possible to run multiple instances of Firefox with different profiles? [more inside]
posted by phaded at 11:41 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by phaded at 11:41 PM PST - 10 comments
Holiday in a nursing home
My friends and I are going to take their children (under age 5) to a geriatric care facility to spread holiday cheer. [more inside]
How can I contact an anonymous domain name holder?
So I'm starting a business and someone has registered the domain name that would go perfectly with it, and then done nothing. It still has the register.com "Clevername.com is coming soon to Register.com" page at the domain even though it has been registered for several months now. Now here's the tricky part: They use register.com's private domain feature which means that all the whois information goes to domain discreet, a company which shortstops all your whois information for clients. [more inside]
There and Back Again: An RSS Tale Leopard Mail -> Google Reader
I switched to Leopard and decided to try out the RSS feed reader in Apple Mail... not quite working out for me. How can I go back to Google Reader? I've added an additional 40 feeds or so in that time period, and I can't even figure out how to *view* the RSS URL in Apple Mail. Can I export from Apple Mail? How can I view the RSS URL? Help! Thank you much.
Help me find a book from my childhood
Trying to find a children's series, but I can't remember the titles or the protagonist's name. I can remember salient details however... [more inside]
posted by dejah420 at 8:56 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by dejah420 at 8:56 PM PST - 6 comments
Help! My printed PDF pages are so small that they’re ruining my vision!
Using Preview for PDFs, what can I do to maximize the size of the text as they appear on printouts? [more inside]
posted by numinous at 8:48 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by numinous at 8:48 PM PST - 17 comments
How to create a unique osx automator action that randomly renames files?
How to create a unique osx automator action that randomly renames files? [more inside]
I loved being sincerely welcomed to the jungle.
I want to hear songs that are ironic reimaginings of other, more popular songs. This is hard to explain; examples inside. [more inside]
posted by crinklebat at 8:02 PM PST - 77 comments
posted by crinklebat at 8:02 PM PST - 77 comments
Blacklist disapproving parents to wedding?
Should disapproving parents be invited to the wedding? [more inside]
posted by dnthomps at 7:49 PM PST - 40 comments
posted by dnthomps at 7:49 PM PST - 40 comments
Where to download free French music?
Francofilter (part 1): I would like to start listening to French music. Can you recommend places online to find good, (legally) free music with French singing? [more inside]
Making sure my dad has a working phone
Short version: do I just buy a phone and press it on my increasingly reclusive, phoneless, living-alone but working, 71-year-old father? Longer: [more inside]
Biking through Europe -- money, food, and transportation?
I need advice on how to get food and money while traveling through Europe, and how to transport my bike. [more inside]
Baby talk!
I need practical advice from parents. I will become a father in the next 3-4 weeks. What should I be thinking about that I am not? [more inside]
Wining about this puzzle
I'm trying a dry run with this wine puzzle (the metal wine caddy version) that I plan to give as a gift, and I'm having a tough time assembling it via the enclosed instructions. I may just give up and drink this wine instead. Do any of you have any firsthand experience assembling that puzzle and could offer a few pointers?
Can you teach volunteers to follow a recycling plan?
Looking for tips on implementing a recycling program during a two week "event". [more inside]
BSODude, This Fucking Sucks
BSOD Filter: Help me pinpoint the cause. Dump file contents included. [more inside]
Help! My MacBook is now a MilkBook.
Spilled milk in my MacBook's keyboard, and the technician at Apple suggested I bend the rules to get it fixed or replaced. What does my warranty cover, anyway? [more inside]
posted by gazole at 5:02 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by gazole at 5:02 PM PST - 17 comments
Do You Prefer Full Text or Posts Excerpts on a Blog Homepage?
Do You Prefer Full Text or Posts Excerpts on a Blog Homepage? [more inside]
What to give a soldier
What to give a new soldier about to deploy? [more inside]
posted by Northwest at 4:14 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Northwest at 4:14 PM PST - 18 comments
Which cruciferous vegetables should I eat?
Which cruciferous vegetables should I eat? [more inside]
posted by Kwantsar at 3:59 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by Kwantsar at 3:59 PM PST - 34 comments
Clothe My Poor Feet
Best deals, patterns and otherwise for technical socks? (Cycling, Running, etc) [more inside]
posted by wuzandfuzz at 3:57 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by wuzandfuzz at 3:57 PM PST - 9 comments
How do I housebreak a true feral dog?
Feral Dog Filter: How do you housebreak a true feral dog who has proven to be untrainable after 3-4 weeks of crating? [more inside]
Who moved my sorbet into his stomach?
How do you handle "personal property" in a marriage. I understand the "what's mine is yours and what's yours in mine" in theory, but don't some things just plain belong to one person or the other? [more inside]
posted by Jazz Hands at 3:15 PM PST - 56 comments
posted by Jazz Hands at 3:15 PM PST - 56 comments
Insanely unlikely Xmas recommendation
My going to be 4 years old daughter is asking for "the spider game" for Christmas. All we've been able to get out of her in the way of a description is that it involves a spider web possibly above a track of some sorts. Anyone have even a glimmer of a clue what it might be she is after? [more inside]
posted by Mitheral at 3:01 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Mitheral at 3:01 PM PST - 19 comments
Who makes comfy track pants for short people?
Short women: can you recommend a comfy pair of track pants with appropriately-sized legs? [more inside]
posted by AgentRocket at 2:47 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by AgentRocket at 2:47 PM PST - 12 comments
Book Circulation and Author Notoriety in antiquity through the middle ages.
How famous could you really get as an author before the printing press? [more inside]
posted by absalom at 2:29 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by absalom at 2:29 PM PST - 26 comments
How do I get credit card transaction processing set up for a charity auction. By tomorrow night.
How do I get credit card transaction processing set up for a charity auction. By tomorrow night. [more inside]
that 70's southern california brownish-orange sun-soaked soft-focus style
What artists focus on that "70's southern california brownish-orange sun-soaked soft-focus" style?
i'm thinking the "Virgin Suicides" movie and kdlang's "Invincible Summer" cover
(does this style even have a name?)
What is the origin of "Bird Course?"
Etymologyfilter: what is the origin of the term"Bird Course"?
Down the slippery slope
How do I go about making sure that some relatively steep outdoor stairs going from the street up the hill to our future house stay ice-free over the long Austrian winter? I don't want to use de-icing chemicals (or salt) and I would prefer a solution as 'green' as possible. [more inside]
Gimme an open road...
I want to plan a long road trip by myself. I'm not sure exactly where I want to go, but I do know that I want to take some pictures, and have an adventure. [more inside]
Playing House Fairly
I'm planning on buying a house with my SO. We will contribute different amounts to the down payment and the monthly payments. How do we calculate how much of the resultant property each of us owns, especially when we don't know how the property will (or will not!) appreciate? [more inside]
posted by iknowizbirfmark at 1:10 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by iknowizbirfmark at 1:10 PM PST - 29 comments
What will happen if I set up Windows Home Server with all of my existing external drives?
What will happen if I set up Windows Home Server with all of my existing external drives? [more inside]
posted by jbiz at 12:51 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by jbiz at 12:51 PM PST - 4 comments
O Brother where art thou?
Printer connected via ethernet keeps disappearing from the network. How can I tell if it's a problem with the network, or a problem with the printer? [more inside]
Ironing plastic bags together...is this toxic?
You can make an interesting "fabric" (tutorial here) by ironing plastic bags together but I am pretty sure that doing this releases molecules of Something Bad into the air that I am then breathing. Am I right? Do I need a respirator?
posted by tingting at 12:44 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by tingting at 12:44 PM PST - 9 comments
How to start your life over from scratch?
If you had to walk away from your life in a split second, how would you start over? [more inside]
posted by Smarson at 12:35 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by Smarson at 12:35 PM PST - 39 comments
OLD MAN FACE!!!!
Where does old man face come from? You know, that sort of moon shaped jutting chin thing. [more inside]
posted by shmegegge at 12:32 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by shmegegge at 12:32 PM PST - 9 comments
Sightseeing Santa Rosa, CA
Fun/quirky/hip things to do in Santa Rosa or Sonoma County in a day trip from the East Bay? [more inside]
posted by one_bean at 12:15 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by one_bean at 12:15 PM PST - 13 comments
What magic machine put cherries on ice cream?
Inspired by this answered question, I'm trying to remember another clip. It involved a Rube Goldberg type machine that eventually put cherries on ice cream sundaes. [more inside]
posted by cmyk at 12:08 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by cmyk at 12:08 PM PST - 13 comments
Nice to rent, not to buy
If asked directly, I will tell the owners I do not intend to buy the property I live in, but they are 'hinting' and I have a lot of time left in the lease...how to avoid "isn't this place great!?" small talk? [more inside]
Changing your life starting with health and weight loss
Looking for resources and/or your experience with changing your life, stress and it's effects on the body and health, and overall health/taking care of yourself (especially weight loss)... What helped you to be successful? [more inside]
What are some philsophical or cosmological frameworks that regard our universe as a living entity?
Is there an existing philosophical or cosmological model that regards the universe as a living thing with the observed patterns and "laws" of the universe being a reflection of an inherent model analogous to the genetic models of living things as we know them? My own uneducated philosophical meanderings have led me to this idea and I am wondering about developed theories or philosophies that follow similar lines. [more inside]
posted by beegull at 10:54 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by beegull at 10:54 AM PST - 12 comments
Best option for internet provider in San Francisco?
What's the best option for high-speed internet access in San Francisco? (Moving from Castro to Potrero Hill, would like to ditch Comcast if there's a good alternative.) [more inside]
posted by jcruelty at 10:51 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by jcruelty at 10:51 AM PST - 19 comments
Pregnancy and Depo Provera?
If you're on Depo Provera, how can you tell if you're pregnant? [more inside]
Schizophrenic Synchrinicity
Schizophrenic Leanings - Split Films :)
Are there any films that were made to be watched at the same time, say, on a second TV, as other, related / opposing / complimentary films? Separate soundtrack visuals or somesuch perhaps? [more inside]
posted by DrtyBlvd at 10:37 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by DrtyBlvd at 10:37 AM PST - 32 comments
Experience with a Boss DR-5 sound module?
Does anyone have experience with a Boss DR-5 sound module? Are there other sound modules worth checking out that are in the same price range/usability/portability scale? [more inside]
Custom Coloring Book Help
How should I print and bind a custom coloring book? [more inside]
posted by burnmp3s at 10:24 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by burnmp3s at 10:24 AM PST - 6 comments
What are the best ways to study/approach the GRE?
What are the best ways to study/approach the GRE? [more inside]
Creating a personalized form letter
Help me create custom documents out of pre-written paragraphs in Word. [more inside]
posted by bove at 10:20 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by bove at 10:20 AM PST - 5 comments
Something to carry my stuff in
DIY or...
Inspire me, punk-rock style. [more inside]
I won't let you fall apart
Recommend a binding machine you're familiar with for thermal/perfect binding. [more inside]
ISO Whiter Teeth
What are the best home teeth whitening products out there? [more inside]
posted by amro at 10:05 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by amro at 10:05 AM PST - 14 comments
Skiing in Tahoe for beginners
Where's the best place for skiing in the Reno/Tahoe area for a bunch of beginners? Is it crazy to go (for a day) during the week of Christmas? [more inside]
posted by 0xFCAF at 9:51 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by 0xFCAF at 9:51 AM PST - 17 comments
How to get my cat to clean himself?
Is there a way to encourage a cat to be a better self-groomer? [more inside]
Travelling to NYC for a week. Advise me how to keep my legs from running out of steam!
I'm going to be going to visit my best friend in NYC for a week, in a week. Last time I went for a weekend, I wore Payless shoes and went cross borough and wound up limping and having cankles as a result. I am a lot more sedentary in Arizona than I used to be back east-- and I am looking for suggestions of how to keep this trip as painfree as possible. [more inside]
posted by actionpact at 9:24 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by actionpact at 9:24 AM PST - 22 comments
Why does Google Notebook resize my pictures (and doesn't retain aspect ratio)?
Why does Google Notebook resize my pictures (and doesn't retain aspect ratio)?
When I try to clip a picture by selecting (highlighting) it in a web page, and then I click "note this" then the picture is transferred to my Google Notebook. However, when I try to look at it in my notebook it has been resized and the aspect ratio is not retained.
Even if I attempt to resize it within Google Notebook, it will snap back to its distorted version, usually in the same session or even within seconds.
The picture I am trying to clip is 640x480, but it snaps to 245x480 in my notebook.
posted by DarkoBeta at 9:20 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by DarkoBeta at 9:20 AM PST - 2 comments
Like threadless but for toddlers
What are some good web sites to buy cute, "hip" (whatever that means) t-shirts and other clothing for babies and toddlers? Bonus points if it's non-gendered. [more inside]
Getting your car unstuck in the winter?
What are your best tricks for getting your car unstuck from snow on the side of the street? [more inside]
Nut source
My dad loves nuts and I'd like to get a gift box of quality nuts of some kind. I want to order something but I'm wary about getting dried-out / grocery store nuts placed in nice packaging. Are there any nut mail order places worth raving about? Who is the Chocosphere of the nut world?
Wireless Monitor: does it exist?
HowTo Filter: add a second monitor that is wireless? I found this device, but the post is a year old and I was hoping for a solution that doesn't cost as much. this is even older and more expensive. There is also this, from DisplayLink, but I don't understand how it works - it is actually wireless? It looks like the monitors they make have a sub chip built in, but I don't get how it all connects back to the pc. [more inside]
posted by yoga at 8:31 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by yoga at 8:31 AM PST - 15 comments
Generic dancing class?
I'm a nerdy white boy from the Northeast. I dance like a nerdy white boy from the Northeast. I want to dance like.. well.. I just don't want to embarrass my wife when we're at weddings/parties/clubs. Are there any classes I can take analogous to "conversational" language courses? I really don't want to learn swing or ballroom dancing or anything in particular. (A class somewhere near Boston would be ideal.)
Where can I get sample data with valid addresses?
Where can I get sample data with valid addresses? [more inside]
posted by aranyx at 8:21 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by aranyx at 8:21 AM PST - 4 comments
Actionscript help, please!
I'm trying to make a flash file scale to the width of a div. Friends, Romans, Actionscript People, how do I make this happen? [more inside]
What is the best major to pursue if one has an interest in studying propaganda?
What is the best major to pursue if one has an interest in studying propaganda? [more inside]
posted by Lownotes at 8:14 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Lownotes at 8:14 AM PST - 16 comments
College sans high school?
Is it possible to go to college without a high school diploma or GED? [more inside]
My First Commission.
I’ve been commissioned to take a photograph. Their subject, my “vision”. I’m a student/aspiring pro photographer. [more inside]
posted by fnord at 7:04 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by fnord at 7:04 AM PST - 5 comments
Where can I buy a ridiculous Christmas sweater?
Where can I buy a ridiculous Christmas sweater? [more inside]
Where to see neighborhood Christmas lights in Mobile, AL and metro Atlanta?
Where do we go to see neighborhood Christmas lights in Mobile, AL and metro Atlanta? [more inside]
Tai Chi and Ang Lee: two tastes which'll taste great together
Where can I find a DVD of Ang Lee's Pushing Hands which is reasonably priced and zoned for the US? [more inside]
posted by Coventry at 6:43 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Coventry at 6:43 AM PST - 5 comments
I will NOT be parking it down by the river...
Office in a van...it's got to be possible without resorting to professional help. [more inside]
posted by mjklin at 6:27 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by mjklin at 6:27 AM PST - 8 comments
Tell me you love me... on second thought, don't.
I have a hunch the new boyfriend is going to drop the "I love you" bomb this weekend. I'm psyched. Trouble is: I don't know if I believe him, and therefore don't know how to best respond. [more inside]
What is this type of shirt style called?
Clothing filter. Looking for help in finding a particular style of mens dress shirts [more inside]
Help me be a nice guy AND get paid.
Whats a better way to say "Just pay me whatever you can afford for fixing your computer" than calling it a free will donation? [more inside]
Freeware MSProject viewer?
I have a Microsoft Project (.mpp) file, need to view/print it, don't have MS Project installed. Is there a freeware viewer (for Windows) / other alternative I can use to get a look at the file? [more inside]
NOBODY LIKES YOU THOMAS CRAPPER NOW GET YOUR LEGACY OUT OF MY BATHROOM
I was a bit inspired by this post to think about what kinds of composting toilets are available for a poured-concrete apartment building in the middle of an urban area. Am I nuts for even thinking of it? Even if I could, wouldn't the stench ruin us? Or what are the technological barriers preventing these systems from being smaller than they are? [more inside]
surrealists in asia
Which European artists and writers visited Asia between 1900 and 1950? [more inside]
posted by arcadia at 4:07 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by arcadia at 4:07 AM PST - 6 comments
I'm an iPod n00b
Probably easy iPod question: my iPod has more available memory than my computer does. How do I use all the space on my iPod without maxing out my computer's hard drive? [more inside]
posted by Pater Aletheias at 1:39 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by Pater Aletheias at 1:39 AM PST - 19 comments
Holiday Celebrate. Just one day out of life...it would be so nice!
Looking to spend a romantic get-away weekend somewhere in Texas after the new year with my husband. Possibly January or February. We live in West Texas and would like to travel somewhere nearby and stay for a Saturday and Sunday. We do not drink, smoke, and will not be traveling or lodging with pets. [more inside]
New Years in Tokyo
One day layover in Tokyo, New Years Eve. Where to party? [more inside]
December 6
Paying for the KaosPilots - Fundraising for Denmark
How do I get a therapist as a minor?
I'm a 17 year-old trying to find a therapist for help in my life. If anyone has any information that would be helpful, please give me some advice. I've been recommended by many friends and teachers to get help, but as a minor, I have no idea about how to go through this process. Please help. [more inside]
OS 10.5: Why can I hear my headset's microphone now?
Mac OS X 10.5 dumps the microphone feed of my headset into my ears; can I shut it off? [more inside]
posted by anonymoose at 10:55 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by anonymoose at 10:55 PM PST - 8 comments
orange you going to answer my question?
Iguana ask you a question. Werewolf I be without your help?! [more inside]
posted by Mael Oui at 10:18 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by Mael Oui at 10:18 PM PST - 27 comments
Help me find a recording studio in LA
Does anyone know of an affordable but quality studio where I can record vocal tracks? [more inside]
Should I buy a house? This one? Now?
Should I buy a house? This one? Now? (Sticky family and personal issues involved.) [more inside]
Slow to boil in a microwave world
I don't infatuate easily, and am very slow-to-warm-up with regard to romantic interests. What's a gal like me to do in the world of speed dating? [more inside]
How do I find a new job while working on my MBA?
I need a new job and have very odd and hard to explain experience, resume thoughts, job hunt thoughts? [more inside]
Is this the unauthorized practice of law in New York?
Is helping family from New York prepare wills and trusts the "unauthorized practice of law" if I'm an attorney from a different state? [more inside]
What websites offer free grocery coupons?
What websites offer free grocery coupons? [more inside]
Help Figuring Out this Stick Thing
I recall something that I believe I heard Carl Sagan say either in an episode of Cosmos or in one of his earlier books, that one could store enough information to hold an entire encyclopedia by putting a notch in a stick, if only one could measure where the notch lies to some absurd astronomically precise figure. Am I imagining this? [more inside]
posted by macinchik at 8:18 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by macinchik at 8:18 PM PST - 15 comments
Paying for the crimes of others
Is my sister's employer doing something illegal? [more inside]
How to dumb down a complex scenario graphically for my boss?
How do I represent multiple 'dimensions' or part of a decision tree for an executive readout? Gotta get this on one/two PPT slides! [more inside]
posted by dyerfr at 7:26 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by dyerfr at 7:26 PM PST - 7 comments
War, what is it good for? About four hours viewing.
Do I watch Flags of our Fathers or Letters from Iwo Jima first? Also, Should I watch one after the other, or allow time to ponder?
posted by oxford blue at 7:14 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by oxford blue at 7:14 PM PST - 23 comments
Social Network / Listserv combo?
Are there any websites out there that combine the features of a social network with the features of a listserv ? I am about to graduate from a short-term writing program that doesn't currently have an organized way for alumni to network. I'd like to help create an alumni website where we can view each other's profiles and also send and receive announcements or questions via email. [more inside]
Will I be able to reliably find parking at Fremont BART in the evenings?
Hello internet. Is it hard to park my car at or near the Fremont BART stop on weekday evenings? [more inside]
Television Control over Cable
How can I have the channel control on my television control a cable box (rather than the television be on channel 3 all the time). [more inside]
Where can I find a radio vocabulary poster in French?
I am looking for a specific poster, and any information about where I could find one would be greatly appreciated. It's a poster with colorful illustrations or photographs of equipment found in a radio station (mics, headphones, midis, volume control, etc.) and all the vocabulary is in French. I know such a thing may be impossible to find, but I need to try.
How do I spin this? And how much should I charge?
How do I spin this? And how much should I charge? [more inside]
posted by juliewhite at 5:16 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by juliewhite at 5:16 PM PST - 10 comments
Specialized clothing production?
TextileIndustryFilter: Who do I contact to have custom hoodies made? [more inside]
Anyone know of a famous physics lecture series that I'm thinking of?
I'm trying to find information on a physics seminar/lecture/colloquium series that was a tradition at a certain school where the colloquium was always given by a member of the faculty whose name was drawn out of a hat before the start of the talk. [more inside]
Pronounce me this: "Cicott"
WastingThisWeek'sQuestionFilter: How do the locals pronounce "Cicott" in Lake Cicott, IN, USA? I've driven through that fair burg many many times in the last 25 years, and every time, I wonder the same thing. It's ambiguous from a phonetics standpoint, and Hoosiers don't seem to care a fig for phonetics anyway, when place names are involved. Please help me astound my traveling companions the next time I'm traversing beautiful Indiana.
posted by bricoleur at 4:48 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by bricoleur at 4:48 PM PST - 6 comments
retro rockabilly wedding goodness
Tea length, retro, rockabilly dresses for my wedding that aren't white. Know a great resource? [more inside]
posted by dog food sugar at 4:36 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by dog food sugar at 4:36 PM PST - 11 comments
December in Romania?
What should a couple of early-twenties, American girls do and see, if they were to find themselves in Romania somewhere around December 15 - 22? [more inside]
itty bitty crockpot recipe
I got one of those adorable mini crock pots and now need recipes for it... [more inside]
posted by beccaj at 4:02 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by beccaj at 4:02 PM PST - 11 comments
Finding saddle shoes in Vancouver/Toronto
Where should I look in either Vancouver or Toronto for shoes that look something like this that aren't Kensington Market? [more inside]
posted by Lemurrhea at 3:57 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Lemurrhea at 3:57 PM PST - 4 comments
Where to Buy Chinese Yo-Yo String in LA?
Where can I find the string for a Chinese Yo-Yo (or Diablo) in LA, preferably somewhere around Westwood or Van Nuys? [more inside]
Help me find a dentist in the SF Bay Area.
I am looking for a dentist recommendation in the SF Bay Area, preferably Oakland. [more inside]
Giving away our pride
My friends and I are totally awesome (read: willing to make complete fools of ourselves because it's funny) and are searching for the perfect three-person karaoke song. There's one catch... [more inside]
posted by plaingurl at 2:37 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by plaingurl at 2:37 PM PST - 28 comments
Ghost Doctor?
I am going to visit a doctor, but my Bluecross Blueshield/billing will not show his name and instead will show the doctor he reports to (according to the frond desk person), since he isn't in today. Sounds kind of strange to me. Is there anything I should be asking/should be aware of? (Or is this normal?)
How often can I expect to be on campus for my Ph.D. work?
I'm considering pursuing my doctoral degree in English, yet my university of choice is a two-hour drive from my home. I know it depends on the program, but on average, how often can I expect to be on campus? Twice a week? Once a week? Once a month?
posted by jackypaper at 2:28 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by jackypaper at 2:28 PM PST - 13 comments
Can I mod my keyboard?
I have a cheap electronic keyboard. What are the odds of me being able to rip out all the parts except for the keyboard and use it as a standalone synth module? [more inside]
List of Classical Music streaming/podcast sites
Classical music FM stations on the web - where's the most complete list of streams and podcasts?
How can I get the cheapest flight from SFO to Melbourne over New Year's?
Please shower me with tips on how to get the best airfare deal between San Francisco and Melbourne, Australia, over New Year's! [more inside]
Gilmore Girls replacement?
Gilmore Girls filter: my girlfriend is missing the recently deceased GG and is looking for a new show to fill its shoes. She'd like another show with a similar feel and tone, but nothing too intense or overly dramatic (e.g. not One Tree Hill). What should she watch?
Email lag in Entourage
Why are some of my outgoing email messages lagging in Entourage? [more inside]
Have I got news for Carl Kassel's voice on your home answering machine...
What accounts for the relatively large number of panel shows on UK tv and radio as compared to the US? [more inside]
posted by the christopher hundreds at 1:38 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by the christopher hundreds at 1:38 PM PST - 19 comments
Building a listening area on a blog post
Need an easy-to-use, visually elegant mp3 jukebox thingie for a website [more inside]
posted by jbickers at 1:37 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by jbickers at 1:37 PM PST - 6 comments
What do babies do when their senses are overwhelmed or overstimulated? Do they shut down immediately and sleep ....OR do they cry and is hard to coax to sleep OR.....?
What do babies do when their senses are overwhelmed or overstimulated? Do they shut down immediately and sleep ....OR do they cry and is hard to coax to sleep OR....????? [more inside]
What do do while visiting Irvine with kids in tow?
I'm visiting family in Irvine, CA 12/26 - 12/31. Can you help me put together an itinerary of must-do / see things in the area? [more inside]
What are some non-English words meaning "bastard"?
What are some non-English words meaning "bastard"? [more inside]
What's the point of a monocle?
What's up with monocles? Were they an affectation, or did people used to have vision problems in just one eye? Were you supposed to close one eye if you wanted better vision? I would expect having one eye with corrected vision and one without to give you a headache.
MiniDV camcorder advice please!
I'm in the (UK) market for a MiniDV camcorder. Ideally I want one with an interval rec feature so I can use it for making time lapse films. Does anyone know of a low-ish budget model that has this please?
Heating the Apple Store
How does the Apple Store keep all its heat from rushing out its open doors? [more inside]
posted by cgs at 12:17 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by cgs at 12:17 PM PST - 31 comments
Examples of great looking and informative print newsletters?
Where can I find examples of high quality print newsletters from nonprofits? [more inside]
posted by karmaville at 12:13 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by karmaville at 12:13 PM PST - 5 comments
Is BT blocking sites on me?
I'm with BT for my broadband and over the last few days I've been unable to access some sites in the US. Notably my own web host Mediatemple. Anyone else with BT experiencing problems? [more inside]
Office Supplies for a Visa Application
I'd like to put together a "K-1 Visa Kit" full of office supplies to make the process as easy as possible for my sister and her boyfriend. What do I need? [more inside]
Photography in Hawaii
Suggestions for places to take interesting photos in Honolulu/Oahu over Christmas [more inside]
Where to find a quality record player?
I'm looking for a record player for my parents for Christmas, the highest quality within a budget of $400-$500. This has been addressed in the past, but that was a year ago, and my budget is greater. Can any audiophiles give me recommendations on equipment? [more inside]
laser eye surgeons in NY
Good doctor for laser-eye surgery in New York? [more inside]
Entourage cravings
I actually WANT a Microsoft product. Is it a sickness? Entourage vs. the 'other' email applications. [more inside]
Alt-something me! Give me keyboard shortcuts please!
Is it possible to create a keyboard shortcut for a program that doesn't seem to have one? [more inside]
Irish dog license prank call
Irish prank call help! Does anyone know where I can find the recording of a man prank calling someone in (Cork?) Ireland regarding a dog license? [more inside]
posted by Ohdemah at 10:26 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Ohdemah at 10:26 AM PST - 2 comments
How to map the network drive across the internets?
Terminal services? Do what with the who now? Help me set up a terminal services server on an XP Pro box. [more inside]
Let's never have another 2004
I feel the same frustration every presidential primary season. This time around, I'd like to do something about it. [more inside]
posted by EatTheWeek at 9:22 AM PST - 37 comments
posted by EatTheWeek at 9:22 AM PST - 37 comments
What causes some people to have very uneven fat deposits?
What causes some people to have very uneven fat deposits? [more inside]
What book will help me develop mad excel skillz?
What are the most important excel skills to have, and what book should I get that has them all? [more inside]
posted by Autarky at 8:36 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Autarky at 8:36 AM PST - 14 comments
Greed is good.
question on stock options: is volume an issue? If I sell to close in the final 3 weeks, who is it that is buying it? why would they buy it? [more inside]
Glitter and be Gay
Where can I eat tiny food and wear a cocktail dress in New York? [more inside]
Gift suggestions for disillusioned grad?
A dear one is graduating with high honors from grad school. She is uncertain at this point if she wants to continue in her field despite years of hard work and a pile of debt. What can I get to inspire her? [more inside]
How do you pronounce the last name Geschiere?
How do you pronounce the last name of the anthropologist Peter Geschiere? [more inside]
copypaste-limits
Copy/pasting multiple entries in XP? [more inside]
access classes?
Good, inexpensive, (preferably free) online course or certification in MS Access or other database software? [more inside]
Help me count the ways! How popular is mobile content?
[MarketResearchFilter] Where can I find stats on the popularity of content sent to mobile/cell phones and other handheld devices? [more inside]
posted by DarlingBri at 6:08 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by DarlingBri at 6:08 AM PST - 7 comments
How can I say farewell to my colleagues on my last day?
Tomorrow is my last day at my job, and I'd like to go out with my team knowing how much I have loved working with them. [more inside]
posted by inatizzy at 5:59 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by inatizzy at 5:59 AM PST - 10 comments
Where big cards DC eh?
NoveltyOversizeChristmasCardAvailableInTheDCAreaFilter: Where can I find one? [more inside]
Help me secretly educate children!
What are some cool Words of the Week for my kids' bookshop? [more inside]
MacBook: Literate?
Macfilter: Does the MacBook "combo drive" (as opposed to the "super-drive") read DVD-R and RWs? [more inside]
posted by Goofyy at 4:41 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Goofyy at 4:41 AM PST - 7 comments
Shirtless In Manhattan
I have to buy 8 identical ( different sizes ) dress shirts for the groomsmen in a wedding, along with 8 ties. The color required is a little out of the ordinary ( cream ). Where is a great place for men's dress shirts and ties in NYC / Manhattan. I don't need anything bespoke like Thomas Pink, but it should be good quality. Help the groomsmen look good in Manhattan.
Korg comparisons
I'm looking at the Korg Kaoss Pads. A new Kaoss Mini-KP costs about the same as a used Kaoss KP2. If anyone has experience with both of them, I would love for you to share your thoughts on their relative merits. [more inside]
posted by Karlos the Jackal at 4:01 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Karlos the Jackal at 4:01 AM PST - 3 comments
Wanted: Factual / Political book for xmas present.
Recommendations for great factual books. I'm looking for a Political / Cultural / Recent History book that's intelligently written, suprising, complex in terms of its subject matter and about something or someone everyone has heard of. Polemics about the world / religion / culture also good, but they can't be too populist. I also want to buy it at amazon.co.uk and it should have been published in the last year or so. Any ideas?
Backing up Groupwise mails to DVD to be accessed by a different mail program later?
Backing up Groupwise mails to DVD to be accessed by a different mail program later? [more inside]
Lovers
My best friend and I are sake (rice wine) lovers. Not lovers, because he's a guy. And ugly. But he's a great guy and I'd like to buy him some top quality traditional sake and a set of cups and bottle. [more inside]
Friend seeking to travel around Africa for a good cause
A friend of mine wants to travel around Africa on a mission to raise money for a good cause. She is 22 but is quite level-headed, fit and enthusiastic. Anyone have some suggestions for a good cause likely to be able to attract sponsorship?
Need positive thoughts
My girlfriend is depressed. Can anyone help me cheer her up? [more inside]
Translating normal thoughts into office speak
I could use some help translating normal thoughts into office-speak and playing it cool at the office during professional negotiations and meetings. [more inside]
posted by salvia at 1:05 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by salvia at 1:05 AM PST - 11 comments
Storing stuff in Vancouver, BC, self storage or pods??
I must pack up my daughter's Vancouver BC west end studio apartment and store her stuff for around 3 months. Need recommendations - pods or self storage units? Companies to use, conpanies to avoid. (I'm in Seattle)
Plan to hire movers from Craigslist. Any advice graciously appreciated. Need to do this before the end of December. Thanks!
December 5
Examples of assistive/monitoring medical devices for the elderly?
Could anyone provide examples of medical devices that assist the elderly / assisted-living patients? (for instance, LifeAlert, the device that can be used to notify authorities if an elderly person is in danger). I'm doing an analysis on such devices, but I need to formulate a list of the different types of technologies available first.
Keep in mind, this list includes both monitoring devices and assistive devices.
posted by superwillis at 11:45 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by superwillis at 11:45 PM PST - 18 comments
Seattle Eye Doctors?
Hi,
Looking for an eye doctor in Seattle. Somebody who'll give me the skinny on whether I'm a good candidate for Lasik, without trying to push me into anything. [more inside]
posted by rouftop at 11:04 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by rouftop at 11:04 PM PST - 7 comments
Looking for help programming a flash game to do a psychology study
I'm a social psychologist looking for some advice about where to find a programmer to write what would basically be a very simple flash-type game. The game itself would require some simple user-interactiveness (e.g. selecting options), a fairly low level of graphics (maybe not stick figures, but nothing too artsy), and the ability to collect and store user data. Any suggestions? [more inside]
My Documents files in Internet Explorer favorites
How do I keep the contents of the My Documents folder from showing up in Internet Explorer favorites? [more inside]
posted by bluishorange at 10:24 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by bluishorange at 10:24 PM PST - 4 comments
Do you like your Dalselv bedframe from Ikea?
Do you like your Dalselv bedframe from Ikea? Does it wobble or is it very stable? Did you finish/paint it, or did you leave it bare?
How do you know if you're allergic to latex?
Other than dying first, how do you know if you have a latex allergy? [more inside]
Can a Macbook handle what I want to do?
Can a Macbook handle what I want to do? [more inside]
Jesuit and philosophical arguments for the necessity of "self deception"?
Two questions about the necessity of self-deception. (1)I recall that Jesuits believe that you can build faith by engaging in external acts; what is the source of this? (2)Also, are there any famous philosophers that maintain that while certain propositions are not true, it is imperative to act as though they were? [more inside]
posted by yesno at 8:40 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by yesno at 8:40 PM PST - 19 comments
Alternative to cardstore.com?
What is the best alternative to cardstore.com for custom photo cards and addressing capabilities? The Christmas joy of our friends and family depends on you! [more inside]
Help Me Pressure Toto to Pay for a Plumber to Clean Up Their Mess!
How can I get Toto Toilets to pay for the installation/replacement of a defective part? (slightly better explanation inside) [more inside]
disabled email panic
PanicFilter: Gmail disabled my account, I don't know why, and I'm expecting very important emails tomorrow morning. What do I do? [more inside]
posted by mustcatchmooseandsquirrel at 8:03 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by mustcatchmooseandsquirrel at 8:03 PM PST - 18 comments
Crafty Girl deals with Box Store
I've got a product that has attracted the attention of the big boys - how do I make sure they don't rip me off? [more inside]
posted by ikahime at 6:52 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by ikahime at 6:52 PM PST - 21 comments
subwoofer dilemma
Home audio dilemma regarding an optical input for iTunes and subwoofer... [more inside]
posted by docpops at 6:44 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by docpops at 6:44 PM PST - 5 comments
Small Form Fact PC needed in my living room
I am tired of the P4 Intellistation that picked out of the trash. For some reason all my hard disks keep breaking. I am really tired of having to constantly open up my computer and buying new disks. I'm in the market for a cheap, small Linux PC that can stream HD content over the network. Is there such a thing? Kind of like a Mac mini but not so expensive or powerful. [more inside]
Roam Where You Want To?
Is moving around from job-to-job really all that common in today's market, or is it a red-flag to employers if you don't stay at a job for more than a year? [more inside]
posted by Ham_On_Rye at 6:17 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Ham_On_Rye at 6:17 PM PST - 14 comments
Festive Red Colouring - Not always a "Good Thing"
Cipro or Christmas Tree causing the Red Itchies? [more inside]
posted by dancinglamb at 6:16 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by dancinglamb at 6:16 PM PST - 10 comments
Take me to Mac network security school.
I noticed this morning in my system logs that I had some failed FTP and SSH login attempts from an IP in China. I thought I was going to have get all Cliff Stoll on this guy, but then looking back further I saw that this has been happening for months, from lots of different IP addresses. [more inside]
posted by jeffxl at 6:12 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by jeffxl at 6:12 PM PST - 9 comments
Antique Ring?
What kind of ring is this and where can I find one? [more inside]
When An Expensive, Out-of-print Baby Book Is Your Last Hope
A good friend of ours is searching desperately for an out-of-print child-rearing book that has, apparently, become a hot commodity... [more inside]
Yayyy! Cryptography. Yayy!
Where can I find some good resources that contrast public key cryptography algorithms (like RSA) with Elliptic Curve? [more inside]
Turn it up to eleven and lean the guitar against it...
I'm looking for songs which contain guitar feedback. [more inside]
Who would pick up a hitchhiker with this thumb?
Gumshoe dermatologists: What is going on with my hand and what can I do to fix it? [more inside]
3 second sound byte ID
MusicIDFilter: What's the guitar song in the first few seconds of this Patt Morrison clip (warning: real audio file link)? You might get a 17 second KPCC ad before the actual clip begins.
Anyone know if the old gods protect anyone outside Europe?
I came across a reference to the "Pillars of Hercules" and a notion that the old European pagan gods had never intended their followers to live beyond the Pillars of Hercules (so roughly, nowhere west of Spain, south of North Africa, and I am unclear on other boundaries). Does anyone know a source which expands on this notion? [more inside]
posted by Deep Dish at 4:49 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Deep Dish at 4:49 PM PST - 4 comments
PDX Chow
Portlandfilter. Looking for dinner suggestions. [more inside]
posted by sisquoc15 at 4:49 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by sisquoc15 at 4:49 PM PST - 21 comments
I'm schizophrenic and need ideas on how to train myself to be active and able to work toward my goals.
I'm schizophrenic and need ideas on how to train myself to be active and able to work toward my goals. [more inside]
Help me with wood stain and varnish fumes.
Suggestions for getting rid of the smell of wood stain/varnish? [more inside]
posted by Zinger at 4:23 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Zinger at 4:23 PM PST - 5 comments
How to make the PC version of the Sims 2 work on my Mac OSX?
Is there any way to make the PC version of The Sims 2 that I mistakenly downloaded work on my Mac OS X? Please? [more inside]
Why can't we eat our house pets?
How is eating a dog or cat more morally objectionable than eating cow, pig, chicken, etc? It's a crime to eat them in the U.S.A., but why? [more inside]
posted by oldlies at 4:19 PM PST - 54 comments
posted by oldlies at 4:19 PM PST - 54 comments
Event Photo Hosting/Sharing
As part of some wedding planning, we're trying to find a way to allow our photo-taking guests to share their photos with everyone else. The idea being a big collection of photos from various people during the evening. Bonus points if those viewing can order prints through the website. Any web-sites out there to facilitate this sort of thing? [more inside]
posted by jhelle2 at 4:16 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by jhelle2 at 4:16 PM PST - 22 comments
Can you help me find tales of l33tness?
Can you help me find more Hacker Folklore? [more inside]
posted by ArgentCorvid at 4:01 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by ArgentCorvid at 4:01 PM PST - 27 comments
Which Xeon CPU is this?
How can I identify which Xeon processor I have in my HP XW8200? [more inside]
posted by StickyCarpet at 3:29 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by StickyCarpet at 3:29 PM PST - 4 comments
Before we start we just wanted to say that this gig sucks!
So, how do you hire a big-name band to do a private event? [more inside]
Excel into MySQL..How?!
I've been trying to get a 600 record Excel database into MySQL, and failed at every turn. There must be a way! [more inside]
Who's on the cover of Wayne Shorter's Speak No Evil?
Who is the woman in the foreground on the cover of Wayne Shorter's Speak No Evil? [more inside]
posted by No-sword at 2:49 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by No-sword at 2:49 PM PST - 5 comments
Printer sharing over a WiFi network?
Can my wife and I share a printer over a WiFi network? [more inside]
posted by nomad73 at 2:29 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by nomad73 at 2:29 PM PST - 18 comments
Is an oceanview room in Maui worth the extra money?
Considering the difference in rates, would an "Ocean view" room be worth the money (instead of a "Garden view" room) in a Maui resort on my honeymoon? [more inside]
You down with HDTV?
Looking for advice on HDTV purchase, where to buy, which models are recommended and which to avoid.
Plasma, DLP, LCD? OMG! [more inside]
Skiing honeymoon in the Rockies?
Great week honeymooning in the Rockies? Where would you tell a skiing/riding couple to go? [more inside]
I'm looking for a good way to take notes at work.
I'm looking for a good way to take notes at work. [more inside]
Where can I find a media and planning chart for a sales promo?
For an assignment in college, I need to cough up a sales promotion strategy for a bogus product, complete with a media and planning chart to outline timing and integration.
Since the prof has not supplied any chart templates for the class, and I don't have all day to wait for her email reply, where on the internets might I find said chart to coordinate all these activities in a sane manner? [more inside]
How did Captain Jack get to Cardiff?
How did Captain Jack Harkness get to modern day Cardiff after he was stranded in the year 200100?
posted by lazy robot at 1:52 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by lazy robot at 1:52 PM PST - 16 comments
Yves Klein's sponge reliefs - how to?
I want to make a sponge relief à la Yves Klein, but I don't know how. [more inside]
posted by ClarissaWAM at 1:49 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by ClarissaWAM at 1:49 PM PST - 3 comments
What sort of tests should I ask my for doctor for?
What sort of tests should I ask my for doctor for? I am a 36 year old male with a healthy lifestyle (plenty of exercise, fruit/vegetables, no meat, no smoking or alcohol) but the last three months I have been getting ill or feeling under the weather an awful lot. Nothing major (mostly swollen glands and feeling very tired) but still really frustrating. I like to figure what is going on with me. Tomorrow I am going to see my doctor to ask for some tests. It is my experience with this doctor that I should do my homework before going because otherwise they will just run a limited set of standard tests which might not include what I'm looking for. So I would like to ask the hive mind: what sort of tests should I ask for? Iron and B12 deficiencies spring to mind but what else?
"Stocking" Up on Information (Get it??)
What do I need to know about employee stock options at a small, private tech start-up? [more inside]
posted by Nelsormensch at 1:40 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Nelsormensch at 1:40 PM PST - 5 comments
Is Guitar Hero better on Wii or Playstation?
Ok, another guitar video game question in about a week. BUT, could someone please tell me if Guitar Hero is more fun on Wii versus Playstation 2 (I have both systems). I can't believe I have not tried this game before and would like to purchase it once for the best system. Thanks!
posted by skepticallypleased at 1:30 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by skepticallypleased at 1:30 PM PST - 18 comments
Why aren't public restrooms cleaned better?
Why aren't public restrooms cleaned better? [more inside]
Warm to my art!
I want to make a promotional mug that has a picture of a brain on it, where some 'brain activations' appear when the mug is heated. I've seen color-changing mugs like this around, but I can't seem to find out where to get them made. [more inside]
how do I short sell a bond?
Can I short sell a bond? [more inside]
iPod + car charger = BZZZZZZ???
How can I listen to and recharge my iPod at the same time in my car without the audio quality sucking? [more inside]
posted by steveminutillo at 12:43 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by steveminutillo at 12:43 PM PST - 18 comments
Need Web Host with easy features
Were can I find another web hosting company that offers this type of hosting? [more inside]
hunting the hunter
does anyone know of a garage in the cambridge/boston area that can do a 4 wheel alignment using a Hunter DSP machine ? [more inside]
A font from the past
FontFilter: Can anyone identify the font used on this sign?
Political consulting firm interview: what to expect?
I have an interview tomorrow (yikes) with a political consulting firm. Problem: I don't actually know what this means. What exactly do political consultants do? What kind of questions should I expect to be asked? What kind of questions should I ask them? Help! [more inside]
Is antibiotic residue in food making me sick?
Is it possible that sulfa residue in food is causing my daily asthma/allergy symptoms? In a nutshell: extremely allergic to sulfa antibiotics, moved to US about 11 years ago after being raised eating mainly food grown nearby or by neighbors, began having asthma/chronic cough issues shortly thereafter. Batteries of allergy tests have never been able to ID the trigger. Recently realized that sulfa is one of antibiotics that farmers here feed livestock as if it were some kind of candy. [more inside]
Fluke for less
Is there software that can give a computer the capabilites of a Fluke type device? I've used Fluke Etherscope devices in the past and they are a terrific network troubleshooting tool but they are expensive. I am mostly interested in the cable testing/verifaction functions. [more inside]
World of Warcraft: Want to BUY the most bad ass account possible!
Yes I know it is totally lame to buy a WOW account. Don't Care. I want to buy the most bad ass World of Warcraft character possible. Its a present to myself for finishing a 10 year long project. Anyway, how do I go about doing this, how do I evaluate the bad ass-ness of the account? I'm willing to spend thousands of dollars.
Yes yes yes, I know it is lame. Whatever. WOW looks pretty cool and I'd like to get into it no matter how lame.
Need a place to purchase around 50 LEDs in San Francisco
I need to purchase 30 to 50 orange or red LEDs by this Friday. Where can I get them as cheaply as possible in/around San Francisco? [more inside]
posted by agenais at 11:46 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by agenais at 11:46 AM PST - 10 comments
Eco-Router
What are my options with regard to eco-friendly wireless routers? [more inside]
Need a specific vegan rice krispy treat recipe
I'm looking for a recipe for Vegan Rice Krispy treats from a fall 2007 issue of the magazine Vegetarian Times. [more inside]
posted by mjones at 11:12 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by mjones at 11:12 AM PST - 6 comments
Raffia, the mystery
Why raffia considered "green" or "eco-friendly"? [more inside]
Looking for a good place or a group/organization to meet people in Seattle.
So, I moved to lovely Seattle more than a year ago and I have found it near impossible to meet people (I now understand the "Seattle Ice"). Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by lattiboy at 11:05 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by lattiboy at 11:05 AM PST - 16 comments
Doing The Unstuck
Thanks to my own stupidity, I managed to get two saucepans stuck one inside the other, with the lower one apparently containing a cavity of lower pressure holding the upper pan in place. Is there any way to get them apart without causing injury or property damage? [more inside]
tipping at an open bar
How much to tip at an open bar? [more inside]
Normal rate of return for a 10 year loan?
What is a fair rate of return on a ten-year loan from a family member that never expected to be paid back? [more inside]
no quero molly
My mom inherited a Chihuahua. She lives in rural Missouri. Owls and Hawks try to eat it. How can we stop them? [more inside]
How do I know my computer's not hibernating anymore?
I'm running XP SP2, and I'd like to setup my laptop to do a couple of things once it comes out of hibernation. Pretty much everything I want to do is scriptable, but I have no idea how to trigger the scripts. [more inside]
If I were recently laid off, I would have a lot of time on my hands.
GrammarFilter: Is the sentence “If I were ______, I would have done _____” grammatically incorrect? If so, why? [more inside]
posted by jason's_planet at 10:10 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by jason's_planet at 10:10 AM PST - 13 comments
Refused a job because of previous bankruptcy.
Refused a job because of previous bankruptcy?
My friend was refused a job after verification of her financial background - legal? [more inside]
Baby, It’s Cold Outside
In the mornings, there’s no hot water in my apartment – same thing happened lest year and the year before. Management doesn’t react. Help! [more inside]
posted by barrakuda at 9:58 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by barrakuda at 9:58 AM PST - 10 comments
watercolor instruction book for kids?
Can anyone recommend a watercolor painting instruction book for children? [more inside]
posted by dlugoczaj at 9:34 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by dlugoczaj at 9:34 AM PST - 5 comments
Impatience Might Kill Me Yet
One malfunctioning fuel pump + one fuel pump with a broken positive terminal = ? How safe are electric motors immersed in gasoline, anyway? [more inside]
Soon we'll be Living the Dream, but first: How to move an arcade game cabinet up the stairs?
What is the best way to transport a an arcade game cabinet (Ms. Pac-Man, if you must know) across town and then up the stairs? [more inside]
Emergen-c Vs. hot water
Does hot water destroy the vitamins in Emergen-C? [more inside]
posted by Black_Umbrella at 8:33 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Black_Umbrella at 8:33 AM PST - 10 comments
ISO etsy help
I'm trying to get some items sold on etsy with limited success and I have a bad feeling my photos are to blame. I don't have an SLR... what do I do [more inside]
Anyone know the history of past Macworld Keynotes?
Where could I find the exact dates of the last ten (1997-2007) Macworld keynotes by Steve Jobs, done in San Francisco? I thought some apple history sites would list it, but rampant googling has only turned up info on the last couple years of shows.
posted by mathowie at 8:21 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by mathowie at 8:21 AM PST - 4 comments
Covert Mental health cover-up operation gone wrong. Help!
I was a part time student with a part time job. After a nervous breakdown, a brief stint in a mental hospital, and a cover-up to keep everything secret...I am in deep trouble with my job. Please help me unravel the mess. [more inside]
Help two clueless virgins...
Two virgins attempt to have sex, but a recalcitrant hymen gets in the way. Help? [more inside]
Is there an alternative (cheap-ish) way to have multiple people sign a document?
Is there an alternative (cheap-ish) way to have multiple people sign a document? I don't think my boss will go for multiple licenses of Acrobat. Any good ideas? [more inside]
i don't want to squint!
Why did my external monitor lose confidence overnight? [more inside]
Gift for teacher moving to Japan?
What is a good gift for someone who will be moving to Japan for four months? [more inside]
posted by pammo at 5:58 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by pammo at 5:58 AM PST - 15 comments
Which companies are blogging internally?
Which companies are blogging internally? [more inside]
posted by londonmark at 5:56 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by londonmark at 5:56 AM PST - 14 comments
Can't...stop...buying...
What would happen if we banned all advertising? [more inside]
Honey, I'm trying to Shrink the Shirt
Shirt too big... can I shrink it by doing some washing machine black magic? [more inside]
Common baby! Daddy needs a new pair of boots!
What should I expect in the casinos in London? Is there a dress code depending on where I go? Should I be expecting the James Bond types or Vegas Vacation types?
She who must be obeyed wants a new kitchen
Shortly after marrying Mrs Mutant I learned I needed a new kitchen. After precisely NO debate on this topic we're starting the kitchen work Sunday. I have some questions. [more inside]
posted by Mutant at 4:35 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Mutant at 4:35 AM PST - 12 comments
Stake holder pension - £19 interest across a year?
Stake Holder Pension (UK): Is £19 interest for a year correct? [more inside]
Help me clean my Leopard desktop!
I'm running Leopard on my new iMac, and I like the Stacks feature, but one aspect Apple brags about is how Stacks keeps your desktop clean--but mine's a freakin' mess. I've set downloads to go to the Downloads folder, but every little thing I download goes into both my Stacks Dowloads alias, as well as my desktop. How can I prevent downloads from getting onto my desktop?
Is my Benjamin wet enough?
Do you have a happy Ficus tree? Can you help me water mine? [more inside]
posted by taz at 2:37 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by taz at 2:37 AM PST - 12 comments
Looking for a4 in all the wrong places
Where can I find A4 photographic paper here in the States for a reasonable price? [more inside]
December 4
It's my birthday, and I'll bitch if I want to. Suck it.
What should I do on my birthday on Saturday? [more inside]
what kind of transfer speeds between sf and hong kong?
Our office is setting up a satellite office in Hong Kong. We've always had trouble sending our large 5GB files to Asia. But our office in HK with have a 100Mb internet connection. We have a DS3 in San Francisco. We'll be using a proprietary third-party app to do the heavy lifting. Realistically, what does the hive-mind think we will experience in transfer speeds?
Twilight Zone Episode...
I'm trying to identify an episode of The Twilight Zone (B&W original series, though I suppose it could have been an Alfred Hitchcock Presents ep?)... [more inside]
posted by maya at 10:33 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by maya at 10:33 PM PST - 4 comments
Healthy bunny! Healthy me!
not bird porn
I am unable to find a picture of someone with their hand spread out down an ostrich's throat. [more inside]
Anyone know a simple and cheap solar panel setup to run a small boombox about 9-12V DC?
Anyone know a simple and cheap solar panel setup to run a small boombox about 9-12V DC? [more inside]
Shew?
In Anscombe's translation of Wittgenstein's Philosophical Investigations, why does he use "shew" instead of "show"? [more inside]
How should I divide profits for creating/customizing a blog theme with another designer?
I developed a really intricate, feature-packed free blog theme, but despite many requests, don't have time to do paid customizations for users. However, I've got a very qualified acquaintance who can handle the spillover work. How much should I get for sending the referrals? [more inside]
How does it know I throw Gutterballs?
How does the bowling alley computer know how many pins you knocked down? [more inside]
posted by sweetkid at 8:34 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by sweetkid at 8:34 PM PST - 9 comments
Vertigo makes me dizzy.
Hitchcock's Vertigo. Two things I don't get. Massive spoiler within. [more inside]
posted by Camofrog at 8:14 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by Camofrog at 8:14 PM PST - 38 comments
Clone?
My google-fu only goes so far: I'm looking for succinct summaries, explanations, and justifications of various religions' opinions/support/criticism on human cloning... [more inside]
Scented soaps for guys
Looking for a scented soap for men; a scent that stays throughout the day, but is appropriate for a guy. Any best favorites you can recommend?
Recommended Baroque classical Box-sets as a X-Mas Gift?
Recommended Baroque classical Box-sets as a X-Mas Gift? I'd like to get a good friend some Baroque classical albums for X-mas ... [more inside]
posted by Auden at 7:27 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Auden at 7:27 PM PST - 10 comments
What's so bad about cheese?
What's so bad about cheese? [more inside]
If you tell me "Congratulations", I will barf all over you.
I've recently discovered I'm pregnant, but I won't be staying pregnant, especially now that I know that's what's been making me feel so awful for the last several weeks. But I've missed a lot of work and several social events; people are worried about me. Everybody's always asking me what's wrong. What do I tell them? [more inside]
Getting over a coworker
How do you get over someone you work with? [more inside]
Is it random?
Do standardized tests (SAT, GRE, LSAT, etc.) use randomly sorted answer choices? [more inside]
posted by bluejayk at 6:05 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by bluejayk at 6:05 PM PST - 15 comments
Late-20s unexpected isolation
Late-20s unexpected isolation. Is this common? [more inside]
posted by StephenF at 5:53 PM PST - 61 comments
posted by StephenF at 5:53 PM PST - 61 comments
Dance Hall Blues - iTunes has the wrong music!
iTunes has the wrong music! I purchased an album from an artist that I like, but wasn't completely familiar with, but when I played it, it sounded really 'off' - it was completely not the style of the artist in question. Purchasing a hard copy of the CD confirmed my worst fears - iTunes is selling a different band's music under the artist's name!
How do I convince Apple that they made a mistake? [more inside]
posted by spinifex23 at 5:36 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by spinifex23 at 5:36 PM PST - 9 comments
I bought what???
Someone bought a telescope in my name on Nov 7th. That's all I know. How do I protect myself even though I don't know what store, or more importantly, what method of "payment" was used to complete the transaction? [more inside]
Want the 411 on 301!
I recently purchased an SSL certificate for my website and have configured an application to operate over SSL. It's working well. One thing remains:
I want to make sure that if someone tries to access the application over HTTP, the browser page is redirected to the SSL (HTTPS) version. I am fairly certain the pages the application creates are PHP, but I am unsure. (They're not static, I don't think. They're all dynamically created through mySQL.) The entry point for the application is a subdirectory off the domain /kb/. I'll add more answers if you folks need it. :-)
posted by tcv at 5:27 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by tcv at 5:27 PM PST - 5 comments
How can I give my shoes better traction?
How can I give my shoes traction....using household items? [more inside]
German story (folktale?) on Christmas CD
Somewhere between 1991 and 1994, my father went on a business trip to Germany and visited a company called Elsentooling. For three years afterwards, they sent our family a Christmas card with one of those extra-small compact discs inside. We still listen to the first one because it's just that good.
However, it's all in German, and I know not a stitch of it, though I'm half German. The second-to-last track (uploaded here) is some sort of story. Is it something an American would be familiar with if you mentioned the title? If not, I'm curious how the story goes. [more inside]
posted by RobotHeart at 5:21 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by RobotHeart at 5:21 PM PST - 5 comments
Help! I think my boss is going to try to fire me tomorrow!
After a short encounter with my boss today I have reason to believe that I will be fired tomorrow. In this particular situation, would it be better to quit or be fired? (sorry, kids - semi-lengthy post!) [more inside]
posted by lolalivia at 5:17 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by lolalivia at 5:17 PM PST - 24 comments
So, where do you keep the brown baby Jesus?
Trying to find a nativity scene that doesn't have a white Anglo-Saxon looking holy family. Not having much luck. [more inside]
posted by jeanmari at 5:15 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by jeanmari at 5:15 PM PST - 16 comments
Screen grab via the command line over ssh?
Is there any way to grab a screen shot from a Windows command line via ssh? [more inside]
Move quicksilver's bezel interface
Does anyone know how to change the screen position of the Bezel interface in Quicksilver. I have a dual-monitor setup and I'd rather move it to one screen or the other (which is available with Cube or Primer.) If its in the center of the screen and there are three panes displayed, the center one is difficult to see.
Camstudio SWF Producer creates .swf's that play back ridiculously slow.
Camstudio SWF Movie Producer takes my .avi and converts it without error to an .swf... but it it plays back the Flash movie waaaaaaay too slow - even if I alter the fps before I render the .avi. Help! [more inside]
How are "organic" or "food based" vitamins better than generic brand vitamins?
Given that the company making the vitamin is trustworthy (i.e. they are sold at major retail outlets) and the tablet contains what it says it contains on the side of the bottle, what are the factors that make "organic" or "food based" vitamins better? [more inside]
posted by plecong at 4:41 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by plecong at 4:41 PM PST - 23 comments
Who said this quote?
Who said "Given the velocity and position of all atoms I can predict the future." (or something very similar to that)?
posted by sepsis at 4:33 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by sepsis at 4:33 PM PST - 13 comments
My girlfriend and I (both college students) want to go on an extravagant vacation this January for $600 each. How should we do it?
My girlfriend and I (both college students) want to go on an extravagant vacation this January for $600 each. How should we do it? [more inside]
Create a blog that uses faceted browse?
I'd like to create a recipe blog that lets users search for recipes using faceted browsing. For instance, searching recipes by ingrediant, cooking time, etc. Is there a MoveableType-like solution I can use to easily create this site?
How to get a good rental price from YieldStar?
How do I give myself the best chance of getting low rent at an apartment complex that uses YieldStar software? We have our hearts set on a place in downtown Dalas, but they use this software, which determines pricing for apartments based on market factors, much like the software airlines use. Anyone have any experience with it? [more inside]
What are the current (and historical) political climates in Oregon?
I need to learn as much about Oregon politics as I can in the next 12 hours or so. [more inside]
posted by MidAtlantic at 4:01 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by MidAtlantic at 4:01 PM PST - 6 comments
Who was the player to be named later?
In baseball trades, how can I find out who the "player to be named later" ended up being? [more inside]
Where shall I sell these CDs?
What record shop in Chicago will buy my newly released but used CDs at a fair price without a lot of indie kid employee mockery? [more inside]
Where to buy shaving supplies locally?
Where to buy shaving supplies (the real stuff) locally (Seattle/North Seattle area)? [more inside]
How do I convert VHS to DVDs or digital files using my laptop?
How do I convert VHS to DVDs or digital files using my laptop? [more inside]
Antigone fans
When was the last government corpse desecration in Western Civilization? [more inside]
posted by bukvich at 3:19 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by bukvich at 3:19 PM PST - 16 comments
What movie clip could I show my students to start a conversation about the Constitution?
What movie clip/s could I show my 8th graders that would make them say, "Damn, I really do need to care about the Constitution!"? [more inside]
posted by allthewhile at 2:50 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by allthewhile at 2:50 PM PST - 28 comments
Suikei Kozo to Ryuiki what?
How do I format the citation information for this Japanese journal article? I've found a journal article that I want to cite in a paper, but I can't determine the journal's name. The index page seems to claim the journal title is "Suikei Kozo to Ryuiki Dotai ni Motozuku Mizu, Dosha Ryushutsu Kiko to Saigai Kankyo ni kansuru Kenkyu Heisei", which seems too long and also appears to not translate (so I can't figure out if it's shortenable). [more inside]
posted by lostburner at 2:47 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by lostburner at 2:47 PM PST - 9 comments
Bandwidth monitoring per IP device?
Is having a crush too much to expect?
Is it reasonable to not pursue 2nd dates unless you're infatuated? I've gone on several dates recently. While I've encountered several intelligent, nice, and not particularly ugly prospects, I haven't been thrilled, excited, infatuated, enamoured (and I'm certainly capable of that feeling). As a result, I haven't followed up. Is mine an immature or unrealistic expectation?
Will vinegar kill my houseplant?
Help me clean my plant's container and avoid killing the plant itself. [more inside]
How do I escalate my AppleCare problem?
I'm disappointed with the service I'm getting from an Apple authorised repair centre. Where do I go from here? [more inside]
posted by snarfois at 2:19 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by snarfois at 2:19 PM PST - 11 comments
Is it right to divorce a depressed spouse?
Is it right to divorce a depressed spouse? [more inside]
posted by UtterlyDrained at 2:17 PM PST - 61 comments
posted by UtterlyDrained at 2:17 PM PST - 61 comments
Will a smartphone make me more or less organized?
Procrastinators: Is your PDA/smartphone a net negative or a net positive from a productivity standpoint? [more inside]
A tree grows in Israel, but which one should be mine?
What agency should I choose to plant a tree in Israel (as a gift in someone's honor)? Does it matter? [more inside]
posted by rmless at 1:57 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by rmless at 1:57 PM PST - 8 comments
What playwrights produced bodies of work rife with monologue material?
What playwrights produced bodies of work rife with monologue material? [more inside]
posted by GPF at 1:56 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by GPF at 1:56 PM PST - 18 comments
Jogging memories. Ah, the feeling of tracksuit sliding betwixt my legs, the honking of angry drivers.
Start judging me -- I need a free/cheap online photo-multimedia contest judging software
Is there any decent free or cheap online contest judging software out there?
I'm looking for a tool to help people submit and judge media contests (specifically photo and multimedia contests) for a non-profit organization.
The closest thing I've seen for this is this Omni Contest site:
http://www.omnicontests3.com/ [more inside]
I NEEEEEEEEEEED this bikini!
I switched on the TV one day last week and happened to catch a bit of The Biggest Loser. Ever since, I have been obsessing over this pink bikini. [more inside]
posted by goshling at 1:20 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by goshling at 1:20 PM PST - 21 comments
How to overlay a graphic onto one frame of MPEG-2 video
Is there a video editing tool that can overlay a graphic onto a single frame of an MPEG-2 video? [more inside]
Sharpening my pruning katana as we speak
Help this young grasshopper become a tree pruning ninja. [more inside]
posted by TungstenChef at 1:14 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by TungstenChef at 1:14 PM PST - 5 comments
My Granny needs an MD in DC
In need of a good geriatric md in washington metropolitan area! [more inside]
How to choose comprehensive health insurance plan?
What should I do about the drastic increase in my freelancer's health insurance? [more inside]
What's that spinning thing in Christmas Vacation?
I know, it'll be a short Ask MeFi page, but what in the heck is that spinning decoration seen in Christmas Vacation (the one that cousin Eddie knocks over, and Clark unsuccessfully tries to put back together)? And, once named, where can I buy one right away?
Lunch Spot in Seattle Near Bainbridge Ferry?
I'm meeting my siblings in Seattle before heading to Bainbridge Island to visit our parents for Christmas. Where should the 3 of us have lunch before getting on the ferry? [more inside]
How can I meet people my age to experience the nightlife in Mumbai?
How can I meet people the same age as me to show me around the city of Mumbai (Bombay)? [more inside]
Can I get my ticket reduced by going to court?
I was ticketed for running a red light in Los Angeles. I'd like to go to court and plead no contest and ask for the fine to be reduced. Is this a good idea, or a waste of my time? [more inside]
posted by Bella Sebastian at 11:29 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by Bella Sebastian at 11:29 AM PST - 21 comments
Road Trip to say Bye Bye to Michigan
Need help planning a 2-3 week road trip in spring for a new place to live.
We're starting out in Michigan.
2 spots we know we want to hit are Colorado and Oregon (Portland area). [more inside]
All I want for Christmas... is a hotel
I'm 20, my girlfriend and I want to stay in chicago for the end of December, but no hotel seems to allow 20 year olds to get a room.... anyone have any suggestions or know of any hotel in the chicago area that would work?
Christmas Dinner Recipes
Help me make Christmas dinner. I'm looking for recipes to serve 8-10 people that could be basically prepared the day before* and then just put on the stove or in the oven a few hours before dinner. We're a pretty traditional family without significant dietary restrictions, living in the Twin Cities suburbs. I'm an adventurous cook and am pretty willing to try new and challenging dishes (as long as the tough part is preparing them the day before). [more inside]
Takin' bacon to the next level
I am looking for new, interesting and (perhaps) unconventional bacon flavors. [more inside]
Where can I buy women's blue jeans without "stretch" for under $50 in the US?
Where can I buy women's blue jeans without "stretch" for under $50 in the US? I'll go to chains, web sites, or retailers that are local to Portland, Ore. [more inside]
What to bring to Peru?
What should I bring on a fieldwork expedition to Southern Peru (Tacna, Arequipa)? [more inside]
posted by mateuslee at 10:48 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by mateuslee at 10:48 AM PST - 12 comments
Best software for animated vector illustrations?
What is the best software that can be used to create a vector animation of a business process for use in a video? (MI) [more inside]
Outlook Express Gone Wild!
New Dell laptop has screwed up my Outlook Express. Any suggestions? [more inside]
Looking for an online store to easily find and purchase popular/classic books translated/written in European French. Mag subscriptions too!
I'm looking for popular books, novels, magazines, comic books...in European French (not Canadian French). I'd also like to be able to easily order/purchase them from home (preferably from places like Amazon.com). [more inside]
posted by iamkimiam at 10:34 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by iamkimiam at 10:34 AM PST - 8 comments
vegas outdoor adventure.
Help me plan my outdoor adventure in Las Vegas (please) [more inside]
Where can I find good winter drink specials in DC?
I'm looking for places in the DC area to enjoy a hot winter drink - hot toddies, spiked egg nog, etc. Any ideas?
Help me fix my couch.
Help me fix my Ikea couch. [more inside]
Can they fire me for calling in because of my broken mobility device?
My assistive mobility device broke. I called into work. Now I've been fired. What can I do? [more inside]
"Now, before we heave a brick through that window..."
Asking for a friend: Where can I, a mainstream whitebread exemplar, find useful info about counterculture movements that doesn't read like dry scholarship and actually gives one a feel for how it works? [more inside]
posted by beaucoupkevin at 9:46 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by beaucoupkevin at 9:46 AM PST - 16 comments
Looking for an old "pass it on" style scrapbook project
6 - 9 years ago there was an project where x empty books were sent out to x different people, who then filled one page, and passed the book on to someone else. What was this project? [more inside]
posted by wackybrit at 9:44 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by wackybrit at 9:44 AM PST - 8 comments
Food and wordplay
I need tidbits about food involving wordplay e.g: rhyming recipes and anagram menus.
Also: semolina 'is no meal'. Do you know any more?
Inflammatory question...
If musculoskeletal pain responds well to acetaminophen (paracetamol), but does not respond at all to anti-inflammatory meds, does this tell us anything about the origin or cause of the pain?
Other than, "it's obviously not inflammatory pain". [more inside]
posted by blue_wardrobe at 9:39 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by blue_wardrobe at 9:39 AM PST - 10 comments
The IT Bar Is Open!
We got some new stools for our IT workbench area and we were joking that we should start an "IT bar". We came up with some drink names that might fit in (or not) such as:
"USBeer", "Windows Vista Premium Lager", "Blue Motorcycle Screen of Death" and "The Rebooter". [more inside]
Writing off a home office used for volunteer work?
I write off my home office every year as a legitimate business expense. This year I did not focus on freelance projects and did a lot of volunteer/pro bono work. What do I need to know about writing it off this year? I'll seek out a CPA, but I'd like to be knowledgeable first. Anybody ever get themselves into a similar situation? [more inside]
posted by taumeson at 9:11 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by taumeson at 9:11 AM PST - 4 comments
Being believed, Believing others
Have you ever successfully explained yourself to someone who was angry at you, didn't trust you, and never particularly trusted you? Have you ever been persuaded by someone who you didn't particularly like or trust when you were angry at them? [more inside]
posted by Capri at 8:46 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by Capri at 8:46 AM PST - 19 comments
Which PainKiller is best? Aspirin, Paracetamol or Ibuprofen?
Which PainKiller is best? Aspirin, Paracetamol or Ibuprofen? [more inside]
How do I clear celebrity photos easily and effortlessly?
"We need to use that picture of that pregnant singer from the cover of Mary Claire in the next show," says my boss. "What's my budget," I ask? There's a pause. My budget is nothing. "Can't you just get permission? As a promotion?" I make a note. "When do we need it by?" "Yesterday. As long as you get me the release by Friday, we're good." Yes, this is my job.
Anyone have tips on successfully licensing photos of celebrities... for as little money and hassle as possible? [more inside]
posted by Elle Vator at 7:27 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Elle Vator at 7:27 AM PST - 14 comments
Do you remember this animated version of The Pied Piper?
Sometime in the 80s, I remember seeing what I think was an adaptation of the Pied Piper on Nickelodeon, but it doesn't seem to be any of the ones listed on the IMDB or Wikipedia. Maybe you remember? Details inside... [more inside]
posted by Lentrohamsanin at 7:09 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Lentrohamsanin at 7:09 AM PST - 7 comments
Wanting what you can't have (or can you?)
Im infatuated with this girl who I knew I couldn't have from the start. She has a partner. She is more than 10 years younger than me. She lives in another country. But I wake up with thoughts of her every morning. I construct new theories about what she was really thinking. [more inside]
My body stores feces in the rectum -- weird, but is it bad?
Every anal-sex manual says not to worry, feces isn't stored in the rectum. Well, my body doesn't know that. Could this cause, or be the effect of, any health problems I should know about? Text gets explicit. [more inside]
Internet Addiction
I am a chronic procrastinator and I am addicted to the Internet. I am looking for an organization similar to Alcoholics Anonymous in or near Berkeley, California. [more inside]
I can has guitar?
Guitar pricing and buying: I have a Fender GDP100, which has been very nice to me. I really desire, though, an Alvarez MF80C. Should I buy it online, in a local shop, or not at all? [more inside]
It's me against the alpha males!
Project ManagementFilter: It's me against the alpha males! Help me bring them into the 21st century. [more inside]
posted by I_Love_Bananas at 6:17 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by I_Love_Bananas at 6:17 AM PST - 19 comments
Need a good digital camera, pref with swivel LCD
Time to update my Canon G2... but I really like the swivel LCD. Does anyone make a high-end digital camera (pref with exchangeable lenses) that has a swivel LCD? If not, why not? Is there some negative to it that I should be aware of?
Individual policy cheaper than group?
Why is my wife's individual health insurance policy cheaper than being on my group policy? [more inside]
I want a Nikon camera; I love to take a photograph, so hivemind, please help me choose!
What camera should I buy? I want to buy myself a camera for Christmas, but I can't pin down exactly what I should get. [more inside]
posted by odi.et.amo at 5:49 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by odi.et.amo at 5:49 AM PST - 14 comments
Would current technology allow someone to make an audio recording of their life?
Would current technology allow someone to make an audio recording of their life? [more inside]
posted by primer_dimer at 2:02 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by primer_dimer at 2:02 AM PST - 19 comments
Before we play name that tune, you're going to have to tell me how to play you that tune
How would I go about posting some files? I want to ask metafilter about the last 16 songs in my itunes library that I can't identify, but I don't know how to go about putting those files up so you all can get to them. What's the easiest way to do this? [more inside]
Need to transfer lots of data from old internal drives to new external drive.
I have two IDE hard drives in my closet, and I need to get the info on them into a new external drive. What's the best way to do this? [more inside]
posted by arnicae at 12:04 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by arnicae at 12:04 AM PST - 4 comments
December 3
Homemade crunchy snacks
I would like to make crunchy snacks from scratch. Please give me recipes. (Slicing up a vegetable or a fruit is not a recipe)
Small screen. Big fingers. How much?
How much should I charge for a mobile website? [more inside]
So many parts, too few ideas. DeadLaptop Filter
What do do with all these laptop parts? Knight Rider, perhaps? [more inside]
How to get Circuit City to fix the broken car stereo they installed?
I got a new car stereo installed by Circuit City, and it doesn't work. How can I get them to fix it? [more inside]
posted by Dec One at 9:59 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Dec One at 9:59 PM PST - 14 comments
Stop touching that brake!
motorcycleFilter: Why should you, when riding a motorcycle, keep your fingers off the brake and clutch while riding? [more inside]
posted by brent_h at 9:59 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by brent_h at 9:59 PM PST - 23 comments
I want my kitty to be okay
My cat has some sort of sore that's discharging a clear pus, and the vet can't see us until Wednesday. What can we do? [more inside]
Are square lenses better?
Optics geeks: Why do some cameras matte off a rectangle in front of the lens like this? [more inside]
posted by Popular Ethics at 8:45 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Popular Ethics at 8:45 PM PST - 12 comments
A good play for a cast of three males, one female?
I go to one of the few universities in the world that have no drama club, despite that it's a very large university. A few friends and I thought we'd put on a play and hopefully that would encourage others to get together and make a real drama club. We don't want to do a revue or anything like that. Of the four of us, only the female can sing and dance, so musicals are probably not a good idea.
Two of the males have done a lot of amateur work and the female has done professional work. Even if we're not all professionals, we are all very dedicated, so we're up to a challenging play.
So can anyone recommend a play for our small cast of three males and one female?
posted by giggleknickers at 8:38 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by giggleknickers at 8:38 PM PST - 19 comments
Heater woes.
Can I fix my gas heater without hurting myself? [more inside]
Quintessential Masthead
What is the quintessential newspaper masthead? [more inside]
posted by bystander at 7:27 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by bystander at 7:27 PM PST - 14 comments
Need.To.Be.Spacey
Spacebar.not.functional? [more inside]
Withdraw Or Not?
Should I use a hardship withdrawal for my 401K to pay down/off my credit card revolving credit debt? The total debt is over $200K.
I am 57. I do not anticipate retirement for another 10 years or so. I have approx $100k in the 401K that I can access.
I know that there are IRS penalties for such a withdrawal but my thought was it is better to pay off the debt now and build the 401k back up.
So, should I withdraw or not?
posted by cmh0150 at 7:08 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by cmh0150 at 7:08 PM PST - 25 comments
Army Filter: Calling all 25B's
I'm about to reenlist and reclass as 25B - SYSOP analyst. I probably qualify to skip advanced individual training at the army signal school. should i? [more inside]
How can I troubleshoot an external drive that won't mount?
External firewire drive was working fine with Mac laptop, now won't mount. I hear it make its usual startup noises and then I feel it spinning happily, but the OS can't see it. I've tried lots of troubleshooting steps (list inside); can you think of others I should try? [more inside]
Finding a house in Guatemala
How can I find a house in Guatemala?! [more inside]
How do you make new bed sheets soft?
I received a gift of a 500 thread count sheet set. I've always been under the impression that the higher the thread count, the softer and more durable the sheets are. These sheets, however, are not soft. They are noisy, wrinkle easily, and don't feel very pleasant.
Since I don't have the receipt to return them, what can I do to make them feel better? I've already washed them twice and used fabric softener sheets in the drier but with no success.
posted by asuh at 6:33 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by asuh at 6:33 PM PST - 14 comments
Viral and bacterial infection at the same time?
So my girlfriend went to the "girl doctor" and was told that she might have chlamydia..ok shocking but no big deal.
The doctor also noticed a bump on her rear end..and stated that it was a type of viral infection.
Now the doctor tells her that its very uncommon to have a bacterial and viral infection at the same time. That it could be a sign of HIV.....
Any truth to this? We are both freaking out now and the test results don't come back until wednesday..
She said she was tested before me and was clean..
I personally was never tested, but my ex-girlfriend was (the only other one I've been with) and she was clean of HIV and everything as well..
Do they own my son's likeness now?
I just had my son's pictures taken at a national portrait studio that I'd never used before. The back of my receipt says, "[Studio name] reserves the right to use any portrait for advertising, promotions, and display purposes." [more inside]
Where is this idea from? "You can be a connoisseur of anything, even driveway gravel"
Where is this idea from? "You can be a connoisseur of anything, even driveway gravel" I have this paraphrased idea in my mind that I swear I read somewhere. However, I can't seem to remember its source. [more inside]
posted by k7lim at 5:49 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by k7lim at 5:49 PM PST - 3 comments
Wanted: An Adsense plugin for Wordpress that works
Looking for a wordpress adsense plugin that actually works. What is the hivemind using? [more inside]
Streaming video from a Mac to an Xbox 360
I was reading the December 2007 Video Playback FAQ about the new video options that are going to be incorporated in tomorrow's Xbox 360 dashboard update. And I was surprised to see question #28: "How can I stream content from my Mac?". They imply that it's possible, but they don't mention any 3rd party solutions. What Mac software can I use for this?
posted by ssmith at 4:28 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by ssmith at 4:28 PM PST - 6 comments
How to find flights for the EU?
What web site would you recommend to find and book flights in Europe (including budget airlines, cheap flights).. in other words, the orbitz of the EU?
Re-colorable clothes
ChemistryFilter: What chemicals are out there that can stain a t-shirt, but then be quickly dissolved with a chemical? Bonus points: Chemicals are safe enough for compost heap, and won't dissolve in a washing machine. [more inside]
posted by mccarty.tim at 4:01 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by mccarty.tim at 4:01 PM PST - 8 comments
How do I gracefully quit this job?
I need help with formatting a resignation letter. It's a bit complicated. [more inside]
I have a drinking problem. Now what?
My girlfriend says that she's going to leave me at the end of the week if I don't attempt to seek help for my drinking problem. Now what? [more inside]
Can older macs be made Airport Extreme Capable?
Inherited an Airport Extreme Basestation with Gigabit ethernet and would like to enable a B&W 400mhz G3 and 400mhz G4 AGP to use this wireless network at the faster speeds. Is this possible?
(this is anon because it's a gift to people who know me and read Askme) [more inside]
What is the most environmentally-friendly alcoholic beverage?
What are the relative environmental impacts of procuring a *single serving* of wine, liquor, or beer? [more inside]
Why does iChat keep disconnecting itself?
iChat has an annoying tendency to periodically disconnect itself from AIM and Jabber, bouncing in the dock to alert me. Reconnecting is always simple, but it's annoying. Anyone else have this problem, and ever find a solution? [more inside]
Korg MR1 experiences?
Anyone have experience using a Korg MR1 or, in lieu of that, any mobile recording device?
Stuck in a bog of Graduate Decisions
Help me decide what venue of higher education to pursuit. [more inside]
Identify a neo-realist movie
Identify an Italian 1950s neo-realist movie. [more inside]
posted by londongeezer at 2:40 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by londongeezer at 2:40 PM PST - 6 comments
If only I'd known!
What intelligent questions can I ask a student in a graduate program I'm applying to, in an effort to determine whether the program's a good fit for me? [more inside]
Is it possible to have silly and humorous interactions with people without coming across as stupid?
Is there something I can do to gradually increase my comfort with being "silly/fun" while making sure that I don't put people off? [more inside]
If you had your druthers, what IT career would you recommend?
If you could recommend any career within the computer/IT field, what would it be? The primary factors I'm considering are salary and job security. [more inside]
Lost in Orlando
I have a relative who will be in Orlando from december 8 to 18. I'd like to order some (photo) products online and have them sent to a safe/reliable address where he can pick them up. Many places, like B&H, will not ship to a hotel. Is there any way around this? I don't know anyone in the city.
Colo costs are starting to kill me, need options
Colocation in Vancouver BC. Looking for a good, not too expensive colocating facility for a company whose traffic is growing (and costing us more at our current co-lo). [more inside]
Name this rap, yo!
What's the hip hop song on the new Belvedere vodka commercial by Terry Richardson? [more inside]
posted by RoseovSharon at 1:16 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by RoseovSharon at 1:16 PM PST - 18 comments
Help me get a 16 year old boy to read.
Does anyone have any advice or strategies or good books that will get a 16 year old boy interested in reading? [more inside]
Which American cities have an active entertainment industry?
Where should we move- which American cities have active entertainment industries? [more inside]
Firewood in NYC?
Where can I get firewood in New York City? [more inside]
can't get webpage to see its stylesheet
When I go to espn.com from work, I get a page that is completely unstyled. I can't make it refresh to see its stylesheet. I've cleared cache and flushed dns. At home, it's fine. [more inside]
Cuisses de grenouille
Best place for frog's legs in Paris? [more inside]
Scamel Lights?
Is it possible to quit smoking through hypnosis? [more inside]
Do I need to seek medical attention due to overexposure to the cold?
FrostbiteFilter: Last night my hands were exposed in 20 F (-7 C) weather for about 10 minutes. I was finally able to warm them up and restore circulation. But the tip of the little finger and the tip of the thumb still (18 hours later) have that pins and needles feeling. They are not discolored, swollen or numb, and there is no loss of motion. Do I need to seek medical attention or will this feeling eventually go away by itself?
Avoid injury, get beef. Fair incentive?
Management has promised an all-you-can-eat barbecue if we reach 30 days with no workplace injuries (four more days to go). Is this a harmless incentive to work safely, or a subtle way to discourage reporting an injury? Is this a common practice? I work in a physically demanding, industrial environment for a Fortune 500 corporation. The most common injuries result from lifting/lowering, repetitive motions, and encounters with equipment.
Looking for financing to start a small business
My husband has been given the opportunity to purchase a small business. He knows that the company will be sucessful. We need about $10,000 to start it up. Here is the problem: he has a great credit rating, but he is currently unemployed and we do not own a home to put up as collateral. Are there any creative financing solutions out there for him?
The best of my recollection, recorded?
How shall I record my best recollection of an incident I witnessed that will very likely be the subject of litigation or criminal proceeding? [more inside]
posted by jet_silver at 11:43 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by jet_silver at 11:43 AM PST - 23 comments
Help an adult "get" the anime references in Kappa Mikey
What are the various anime/animation styles being represented by the characters in the show Kappa Mikey? [more inside]
posted by parilous at 11:26 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by parilous at 11:26 AM PST - 7 comments
I need a Magnetic and Photbeam Sensor!
Can you show me a photo beam sensor or a magnetic sensor that is close to the size of my pinky? [more inside]
posted by kaozity at 11:11 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by kaozity at 11:11 AM PST - 8 comments
Need to ID 80's silent movie
MovieFilter: I need help identifying a late-80's or very early 90's silent movie that takes place in NY... [more inside]
posted by gofargogo at 10:29 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by gofargogo at 10:29 AM PST - 6 comments
Where have my photos gone?
Last night I took maybe 40-50 photos with my Nikon D70 on a SanDisc 512MB compact flash card. Today the camera was displaying an [-E-] on the LCD even though the card was still in the camera. [more inside]
Why should I use Pages instead of Word?
Someone gave me iWork '08 as a gift and I already have MS Office for Mac. I have no experience with iWork. Why would I want to use Pages instead of Word? Why would I want to use Keynote instead of PowerPoint? [more inside]
Gift-worthy history books?
My dad has mentioned that he would like a history book for Christmas. Help me find one that will really knock his socks off! [more inside]
posted by Metroid Baby at 10:06 AM PST - 45 comments
posted by Metroid Baby at 10:06 AM PST - 45 comments
How can a resizer distinguis nude from non-nude?
How does my photo resizer company know when I post a nude? [more inside]
The Birth of a Film Critic
I'm starting a self-study program in film theory and history. I want to approach it in a systematic way. [more inside]
posted by strangeleftydoublethink at 9:56 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by strangeleftydoublethink at 9:56 AM PST - 10 comments
Tips for removing glass from a heating coil?
How do I safely remove glass that has melted to my stove? [more inside]
support our troops with extreme noise terror
I need to find the LOUDEST, most ABRASIVE music EVER MADE. Please advise, in as EXTREEEEME a manner as possible. [more inside]
The contents of my soul, in a box, under my bed.
What do I do with my voluminous diaries (mostly in spiral notebook form) that span 20 years of my life? [more inside]
posted by desjardins at 9:20 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by desjardins at 9:20 AM PST - 23 comments
New York Animal Charity
This Christmas I would like to make a donation to a New York animal shelter or cruelty prevention group. [more inside]
BUY BUY BUY
Charity for Christmas? [more inside]
Recommend me some cartoons on DVD.
I like The Venture Bros., Harvery Birdman, Attorney at Law and Drawn Together. Recommend me some more cartoons on DVD that will appeal to my loves of (A) obscure retro cultural references, (B) surreal and ironic humor and (C) jokes about farts and boobies.
Best of the Web: Project Management Software
Dear MeFi softwareheads of all stripes: What are your favorite online resources on project management software? I'm talking articles, essays, tips, ad infinitum. [more inside]
Suggestions for easy ways to automate selling prints of my photos online?
Suggestions for easy ways to automate selling prints of my photos online? Websites/vendors that will do this? [more inside]
Where's a good place to buy running shoes in London?
Where's a good place to buy running shoes in London? [more inside]
Recommend a bomb-shelter restaurant in Elkhart County, IN?
In the early 1980's there was a pizzeria/bar near Goshen, Indiana called Das Keller that was in an underground bunker... [more inside]
posted by dirtdirt at 8:16 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by dirtdirt at 8:16 AM PST - 7 comments
Is my manual '02 GTI going to roll away?
Is my manual '02 VW GTI going to roll away? My emergency brake appears to still be working, but all of a sudden it now requires me to pull it up so it's almost vertical in order to feel it engage. Previously, I've never had to yank it up more than a couple inches. [more inside]
posted by cgg at 8:11 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by cgg at 8:11 AM PST - 14 comments
How do I get my Kinesis Ergo PS2 keyboard to work with a KVM switch?
How do I get my Kinesis Ergo PS2 keyboard to work with a KVM switch and USB adapter? [more inside]
Help me have a great Denver Vacation
Non-Food Things to do in Denver? [more inside]
Is S-Citadep the same thing as Lexapro?
Is S-Citadep the same thing as Lexapro? [more inside]
posted by Gervais Brooke-Hamster at 7:40 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Gervais Brooke-Hamster at 7:40 AM PST - 4 comments
Recommendations for a Fahey fan
Recommend me some old, weird Americana in the vein of John Fahey, please. [more inside]
posted by nasty, brutish, and of average height at 7:11 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by nasty, brutish, and of average height at 7:11 AM PST - 21 comments
How should I handle my upcoming internal interview?
Seeking advice for interviewing for an internal position... [more inside]
posted by po822000 at 7:00 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by po822000 at 7:00 AM PST - 8 comments
Suddenly homeless in Seattle
Friend in Seattle is suddenly homeless. Can anyone recommend some resources? [more inside]
Macro photography 101
What do I need to know about before I get into macro photography? [more inside]
How do I make a really big book?
I want to take a children's book and make a really big copy of it. What's the best way? [more inside]
posted by gfrobe at 6:09 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by gfrobe at 6:09 AM PST - 14 comments
good but cheap airbrush kit?
Hive mind: recommend me a readily available (mail-order's okay) sub-$150 airbrush kit for a beginner that will neither overwhelm nor be outgrown! (recipient: 21-year-old interested in painting R/C helicopter canopies) Bonus points if it includes paints.
How to express devastation without coming across as jealous
What to do about lying by omission in a complicated relationship? (kind of long) [more inside]
Ada from Decatur
Please help me find a song filter: Looking for the song Ada from Decatur. [more inside]
posted by Pollomacho at 5:23 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Pollomacho at 5:23 AM PST - 3 comments
Grown Up DS Games
I need suggestions for my mum's christmas present - specifically, DS games.
I know she wants More Brain Training but she also said she'd like some real games. [more inside]
Good place for a fun "eventy" team Christmas lunch in London?
Good place for a fun "eventy" team Christmas lunch in London? [more inside]
Can you recommend a counselor in Vancouver, BC?
I’m asking this on behalf of a good friend in Vancouver, BC, who’s going through an especially hard time right now. In her own words, she feels like she’s “drowning in her own life” but doesn’t know how to even BEGIN to address things. She’s willing to try counseling but could really use some therapist recommendations, which is what I’m asking for here. [more inside]
posted by zeph at 2:41 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by zeph at 2:41 AM PST - 3 comments
Stymied by the bills
Money hassle: A client paid me in traveler's checks. But my online bank won't deposit them into my account! What are my options? [more inside]
クリスマスプレゼント!
Help me come up with some unique Christmas pressies to send to my business contacts in Europe... from Japan. [more inside]
help me find this awesome band i heard in a coffee shop in Johannesburg
Name-that-music-artist-filter (South Africa style)... [more inside]
December 2
Seeking some easily available jazz recommendations, but kind of specific.
Jazz-heads - help me fill out my Xmas wish-list. Especially seeking those with rec's for (say) quartets to octets featuring Baritone Sax, Trombone, and/or strong and prominent rhythm sections. [more inside]
automate this task, please
How do I parse a few lines from several hundred word documents into a spreadsheet? [more inside]
posted by gerg at 10:50 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by gerg at 10:50 PM PST - 7 comments
How best to use my limited power in dealing with a family conflict
Crazy sister-in-law withholding grandchildren and making my parents miserable. Brother being a wuss about it. What can I do? [more inside]
What's wrong with my car's clutch?
Standard-transmission-filter: the point of engagement of the clutch (in my mid-90s Acura Integra, if it matters) has suddenly moved, and I now have to push the clutch pedal almost to the floor in order to get the transmission to disengage. What's going on, and how much is it likely to cost to repair? [more inside]
posted by killdevil at 9:23 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by killdevil at 9:23 PM PST - 18 comments
Comma in an introductory clause
Do I need the comma in this sentence? "In _Grapes of Europe_, Joe Bloggs reports that grapes are purple." And if so/not, why? I've tried googling adverbial introductory clauses and prepositional introductory clauses, but I can't find a similar example where a work is being introduced.
posted by media_itoku at 9:07 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by media_itoku at 9:07 PM PST - 36 comments
My head is the size of a melon, and it just snowed.
I have a huge head and need a winter hat. [more inside]
posted by mecran01 at 8:34 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by mecran01 at 8:34 PM PST - 24 comments
Books describing men of no nation
I'm looking for books, fiction or nonfiction, where the main character claims no country as his/her own [more inside]
posted by reenum at 8:16 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by reenum at 8:16 PM PST - 19 comments
river rock for cooking project
Where in nature can I find a dinner plate sized rounded flattish rock that can be heated to high temperatures without exploding? [more inside]
Asking the ex for another try?
What's the best way to approach an ex about getting back together? [more inside]
Two roads diverged in a wood...
Law Filter: Transactional vs Litigation. How to choose? [more inside]
posted by doppleradar at 6:55 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by doppleradar at 6:55 PM PST - 18 comments
Is everyone really considered a suspect?
After a successful resolution to a hostage situation, is it SOP to detain and question everyone involved (not just the perps)? [more inside]
I sort of miss only having 4 channels.
I recently bought a fancy smanchy Samsung hdtv. However it has a totally different way of describing digital channels than any listing service does. For instance, I look at listings and they what say is channel 709, my tv thinks is channel 9-1. What is going on? Is there some way to get listings and my tv to agree?
The value of an old tv
Why is a used, over decade old, 9" color tv, selling for so much on Ebay? [more inside]
Parental Unit Date Night in Chicago?
My sister and brother-in-law moved to greater Chicago (Lake Forest) about a month ago with my 3-year-old niece. Need ideas for a night out for them when I go visit at Christmas. [more inside]
Help me name a program for children with disabled parents.
Help me name a program for children with developmentally disabled parents. [more inside]
posted by Mr_Crazyhorse at 5:57 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Mr_Crazyhorse at 5:57 PM PST - 19 comments
Typing special characters
I've installed Mac OS Leopard. I want to write some characters from symbolic logic. Where is character palette in word? Alternately, where online can I find the symbolic characters. [more inside]
posted by JamesJD at 5:09 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by JamesJD at 5:09 PM PST - 4 comments
Examples of unclosable computer programs
I'm looking for examples of legitimate, non-malware programs that do not allow the user to close them in any normal way. [more inside]
Can a plastic surgeon just make you attractive?
Can a plastic surgeon just make you attractive? [more inside]
Name that artist!
Name that artist! I have an image from a modern day painter (surreal?), but I can't remember their name [more inside]
posted by Sufi at 4:54 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Sufi at 4:54 PM PST - 2 comments
Come On Baby Size My Tire
Can Santa be fixed?
Fixing a sixty year old light bulb- is it possible? [more inside]
Is it possible for me to get into top-level physics programs for graduate studies?
What does it take to get into a top-level physics program for graduate studies? [more inside]
Lonely Maytag repair newbie seeks NSA troubleshooting.
My electric Maytag clothes dryer cannot rid itself of moisture since the weather turned cooler. Part of the issue, I understand, is my exhaust method. That will be corrected very soon.
Are there any parts (switches, thermostats, fuses) I should suspect, as well? [more inside]
posted by bonobo at 4:02 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by bonobo at 4:02 PM PST - 9 comments
Me so hungry. Me program for you long time!
I'm a broke but quite talented programmer. How do I earn a steady income working from a remote location for a company, and programming? I'm tired of freelance gigs, I need something stable (like a 6 month contract with monthly payments, deadlines and remote checking in of code?) [more inside]
Pre-employment drug test and Valium? Have I Screwed Myself Out of a Job?
I took 5mg of Valium Saturday night around 2am. Now I find out that the part-time job I applied for wants me to come in on Monday afternoon for a physical and drug test. Will the Valium still be detectable? [more inside]
Why I'm late again -- really!
What can I do about my treasured, repair-resistant wristwatch? [more inside]
posted by daisyace at 3:06 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by daisyace at 3:06 PM PST - 13 comments
Asian Webcam Job
Got a job teaching people in Asia conversational American English over my webcam. Is it legit? [more inside]
Christmas book recommendations
I'm looking for some good, happy Christmas stories. [more inside]
posted by Margalo Epps at 2:31 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Margalo Epps at 2:31 PM PST - 16 comments
Make my life easier AND give me free money?
Are there any catches with using RentPayment, or are they giving me free cashback on my credit card? [more inside]
Wicked Stepmother Trashing my Good Name
The financial problems of someone who shared my name and former address are showing up on my credit report! How do I even begin to go about disputing this, should the credit agency's investigation not go in my favor? [more inside]
wireless speakers on a Mac
I'm wanting to send sound to and from a remote room in a house to a Macintosh sound in and out ports. I'm thinking wireless mic and wireless speakers. This is inside a standard ranch style house that spreads horizontally and would cross several walls. [more inside]
My employer's gone back to allowing smoking.
My employer has decided to become a smoking facility. What do I do? [more inside]
posted by IndigoRain at 1:54 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by IndigoRain at 1:54 PM PST - 22 comments
How robust are blueberry antioxidants?
Does cooking rob blueberries of their anti-oxidizing powers? How about freezing? [more inside]
Advice for most "authentic" controllers for Microsoft Flight Simulator X
I want to get my father "Microsoft Flight Simulator X" for Christmas and would like advice for which controllers (wheels, yokes, pedals, etc.) to buy for it. I don't know anything about flight controls or flight sims, but I'd like to get him the most authentic setup possbile. [more inside]
posted by monkeyagent at 12:51 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by monkeyagent at 12:51 PM PST - 10 comments
Which Italian language software should I buy?
Recommendations for Italian language learning software? This would be for someone who's not a rank beginner, but probably not quite up to intermediate level either. [more inside]
posted by Naberius at 12:50 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Naberius at 12:50 PM PST - 9 comments
Starting a College or University
Does anyone here have experience starting a small college or university? (more inside) [more inside]
posted by PHINC at 12:50 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by PHINC at 12:50 PM PST - 19 comments
Miracle cleaning products sold on TV shopping channels
I often watch the shopping channels on TV and regularly see demonstrations of "miracle" cleaning products. Now my curiosity has got the better of me.
Does anyone have experience of these cleaning products? Are they as fantastic as they appear? [more inside]
No sugar, no flour, no Splenda.....No dessert?
We have a visitor whose birthday is coming up. She doesn't eat any sugar or flour. We want to have some kind of dessert that night (probably not cake, I guess, since that seems impossible, given the restrictions), but something fun to end the birthday meal would be great.
Problem is the rest of us don't eat artificial swetteners like Splenda.
Is there anything I can serve, besides a plate of fruit? (Just doesn't seem very festive)
Thanks.
I should have worked for Leno.
Help me understand California labor laws about overtime! [more inside]
posted by bigcheesegump at 11:44 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by bigcheesegump at 11:44 AM PST - 8 comments
Myopia Distopia
Is it possible to undo 'clouding' on cellulose acetate and plastic eyeglass frames? [more inside]
Monitoring site-to-site internet latency how?
I'm searching for a utility that monitors the speed of an internet connection from a hospital on this side of town to one on that side of town. There is a special consideration. (I didn't think it would be so special when I started looking, but apparently it is.) [more inside]
Can I trust PayPal's seller protection? If not, what can go wrong?
Can I trust PayPal's seller protection? If not, what can go wrong? [more inside]
posted by procrastination at 10:53 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by procrastination at 10:53 AM PST - 22 comments
Sexy ex sabotage
How to tolerate his flirtatious ex? (slightly NSFW) [more inside]
Trader Joe's Spicy Black Bean Dip recipe?
I've been introduced to Trader Joe's Spicy Black Bean Dip and I absolutely love it; problem is that I live in Canada and can't buy it!
So, I've decided the best alternative is to make it. Does any one have a recipe for it? The ingredients (in order) are: Black Beans, Water, Tomato Paste, Onions, Distilled Vinegar (From Corn), Honey, Salt, Jalapenos, Spices, Garlic. The Nutritional information (if that somehow helps) is available at Spark People
How many kilos in a peck of apples? Or pecks of apples in a kilo?
What is the mass, in kilos, of 1/4 peck of apples? [more inside]
how to win at a teaching interview
So, I have an interview for a Secondary English PGCE course on the 13th.... [more inside]
Name that tune!
Name that tune. [more inside]
Is there a term to describe fiction about the space race and planetary colonization?
Is there a single term to describe fiction stories that are focused on the space race and planetary colonization? [more inside]
Excellent study spots in Boston?
Where are the best spots to study and get work done in Boston? [more inside]
Small isn't so small!
Where to find a plain, skinny fit T-shirt for men in the UK? It's harder than you'd think! [more inside]
Pomegranates are naturally vivid, right?
Are the fresh pomegranates sold in US grocery stores colored with any sort of food dye, either outside or inside? [more inside]
evicting a tenant who smokes
What to do about a tenant who's stinking up the place with cigarette smoke? [more inside]
How to ride a single speed on an indoor trainer
Can a single speed or track bicycle without a rear quick release skewer work on my minoura vfs fluid trainer? [more inside]
posted by mizrachi at 8:56 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by mizrachi at 8:56 AM PST - 3 comments
What's The Word? And it ain't Thunderbird!
Lit-crit/what the hell is the word I'm looking for? [more inside]
posted by jonmc at 8:54 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by jonmc at 8:54 AM PST - 23 comments
foxdog!
I must find the most fox-like dogs that exist! [more inside]
posted by beerbajay at 8:45 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by beerbajay at 8:45 AM PST - 20 comments
Atomic Clock synchronization
Will an Oregon Scientific Weather, Temperature and Humidity Station be able to receive the Atomic Clock signal if it is used in Toronto?
Shiny white teeth in just 7 days?
I'd like some more info on this new Colgate Weekly Clean toothpaste, but I'm loathe to ask the manufacturer, because they'll obviously be biased. So, is it as good as they make out? [more inside]
posted by Solomon at 6:34 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Solomon at 6:34 AM PST - 10 comments
Can I get a wired (ethernet) connection off a wireless network?
Can I get a wired (ethernet) connection off a wireless network? [more inside]
posted by TonyRobots at 6:14 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by TonyRobots at 6:14 AM PST - 13 comments
Why does my Macbook wake up with black bands on the screen?
About once a week, my MacBook Pro wakes from sleep with a 1" black band on each side of the screen. If I restart it at this point, the black bands will go away. What is going on? [more inside]
Help Me Feel Better About Not Wanting To "Go All Out" With The Christmas Decorating.
I feel guilty for not wanting to really "go all out" with Christmas decorating this year. I'll do the tree, of course, but every year I feel like doing less and less in terms of the "whole shebang"... My kids are basically "grown up" (ages 19 and 15) but I feel like I'll be letting them down if I do less than what's expected. The thought of totally getting into the decorating this year is exhausting. Can any other Mefites relate to this? And, if so, how did you deal with it?
posted by amyms at 3:07 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by amyms at 3:07 AM PST - 27 comments
Moving beyond money.
I recently enjoyed Charles Stross's fascinating novel, Accelerando. One of the most fascinating parts, for me, was the first chapter's description of the character Manfred's post-capitalistish lifestyle. Manfred was trying to eliminate money from his life by getting paid in services and vouchers that took care of his needs without money. Is this possible? Is it happening? How? [more inside]
םךסחמ
What's the correct way to write Machsom in Hebrew?
December 1
Six-figure prices
If everything costs some multiple of 1000 won in South Korea, why don't they just redenominate the currency? [more inside]
How does a woman wear a pager and still look stylish?
How does a woman wear a pager and still look stylish? [more inside]
posted by origami at 10:36 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by origami at 10:36 PM PST - 20 comments
Can you diiiggggg it??????
My friends and I are going to start a low down dirty east bay motorcycle gang (we just need bikes!). Where can we get sweet jackets and where can we get them embroidered with our gang name (headless skulls!) and how much should it cost? Bonus question: where do we find kaiser helmets?
posted by Large Marge at 10:21 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Large Marge at 10:21 PM PST - 17 comments
Cat tree recommendations
What features/specifications should I look for in a cat tree? [more inside]
What to do about property manager's false accusations?
What do I do if my landlord claims I've breached a rental agreement by smoking marijuana in the apartment, when I haven't actually done so? [more inside]
posted by Hypocrite_Lecteur at 8:39 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by Hypocrite_Lecteur at 8:39 PM PST - 28 comments
Help me send the Microsoft Word Thesaurus the way of the Stegosaurus, Tyrannosaurus, and Brontosaurus: to extinction.
Is there any way to improve the thesaurus in Microsoft Word? (Or for that matter, recommend another word processor with a better thesaurus.) I'm willing to pay, even. [more inside]
Why does my new computer randomly shut off?
My husband and I have put together a new computer for my father. The machine powers on, the BIOS detects all the hardware, and everything seems just fine. One problem: it randomly shuts down before we are even able to boot from the OS CD. What's going on here? [more inside]
posted by theantikitty at 8:32 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by theantikitty at 8:32 PM PST - 12 comments
If I could remember more about the book, I coudl find it myself.
Fairies; fur-lined cloak. Find me the book. [more inside]
posted by not that girl at 8:31 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by not that girl at 8:31 PM PST - 6 comments
Will my coffee maker burn my house down?
Will my coffee maker burn my house down? [more inside]
How to freeze pomegranates?
I really love fresh pomegranates. Unfortunately, their short season ends soon. Is there any way to freeze them for later enjoyment? Or anywhere to get them while they're out of season? [more inside]
Come out, come out, wherever you're tunneled into!
Identifying my home machines via their VPNed-in tunnel interfaces without dynamic DNS - help! [more inside]
Want to extend laptop battery
Biscotti of the Gods
I have a newfound biscotti obsession. So far I have made a fabulous chocolate chip and toasted almond biscotti and a rather insipid one with matcha and almond. What other ingredients make great biscotti? What can I add to the matcha biscotti to make it more interesting? [more inside]
How can I keep someone from finding my home address?
I've got a cyber-stalker. This isn't a case of "OMG, he won't stop reading my blog!" The guy's got a very clear obsession with me and has been sending me long, rambling messages for about a year. He often brags about the amount of work required to find me online, and I'm concerned, based on things he's said, that he will elevate his research to finding me in person. What can I do to protect my privacy? [more inside]
Spoken prayers in Spanish
Need help with learning to speak two Catholic prayers in Spanish. [more inside]
Help me punt email before it wastes postgreys time.
Spammy spammers sending crap to my mail server are wasting time and resources. I'm using postfix & postgrey (greylisting) on this new server, but.... [more inside]
Gay Male Fiction Help
Gay Male Fiction: Please Recommend something good to read [more inside]
Okay, I'm stumped.
Scriptfilter: I want a list of filenames dumped into text file and put somewhere. How!? [more inside]
posted by InsanePenguin at 5:39 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by InsanePenguin at 5:39 PM PST - 10 comments
How long is waitlist at WMA or CAA?
How long is the wait list to start working at William Morris or CAA? [more inside]
What to do with stale coffee beans?
I have a couple of half-full bags of stale coffee beans that no longer make good coffee. Aside from throwing them in the trash, what can I do with old beans? [more inside]
posted by lindsey.nicole at 5:25 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by lindsey.nicole at 5:25 PM PST - 28 comments
How to transform my husband for <$1000?
I want to give my husband the gift of a complete physical transformation for Christmas, on a pretty tight budget. Ideas and resources would be much appreciated. [more inside]
posted by justonegirl at 5:10 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by justonegirl at 5:10 PM PST - 20 comments
Awk with spaces?
Help with awk - printing everything EXCEPT the first column? [more inside]
posted by Flunkie at 4:48 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Flunkie at 4:48 PM PST - 7 comments
What are some good Christmas movies?
What are some good Christmas movies? [more inside]
posted by Nick Fisher at 4:38 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by Nick Fisher at 4:38 PM PST - 43 comments
Should I keep COBRA or try another health insurance provider if I'm moving to a new state and staying freelance?
I recently left my job at Yahoo! in Northern California and am relocating to Portland, Oregon to try my hand at self-employment. Extending my existing medical coverage with COBRA will cost me, my wife, and our three-year-old son $1200/month, which seems absolutely insane. Please help me understand the risks or consequences of waiving COBRA and getting new a new insurance plan. [more inside]
My cat bites too hard and has a stinky butt.
Our (formerly feral) cat bites all the time- sometimes gently and affectionately, and other times hard enough to draw blood through thick jeans. Also, he poops every time I take a shower. I'm puzzled. [more inside]
Multitasking CPA?
I am looking for a person/firm in southeastern Michigan who will do a great job preparing my personal income taxes (including small business expenses) AND file an LLC for me. [more inside]
Help me name that anthology of horror stories!
It's time for another round of "Name That Book!" Looking for the title of a compilation of horror stories from the 1980s or 1990s. [more inside]
posted by bijou at 3:08 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by bijou at 3:08 PM PST - 7 comments
hooked on hookah
Best places on to purchase shishas/hookas on the internet from within the US? [more inside]
posted by raztaj at 2:07 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by raztaj at 2:07 PM PST - 4 comments
VNC on FC4 problem... Can't find libstdc++ dependency!
LinuxNewbieFilter: I'm using Fedora Core 4 on a server. I'm SSH'd in. I'm attempting to install VNC (vnc-server). It appears that I'm entering everything in correctly but it can't find the content (specifically the libstdc++ component) to install. None of the mirrors are working either. Help! [more inside]
What's shaking, American Midwest?
I have a semi-unexpected week's vacation starting next Saturday, and a yen to do some leisurely road-tripping. I have no shopping to do, no planned events to attend, no one I owe a visit, and in general nothing to recommend any city within 500-ish miles of Oklahoma City over any other. So... what events of unusual interest are happening December 8th - 15th in the Central U.S.? Santa Fe or St. Louis; Denver or Memphis; Kansas City or Austin or any other metropolis within a day's drive of Oklahoma - anything going down in your burg that week that would justify a visit?
posted by ormondsacker at 1:29 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by ormondsacker at 1:29 PM PST - 10 comments
List of melodic guitar ballads
What's your all time favorite melodic guitar ballad?
Along the lines of "American Tune" by Paul Simon, I'm looking for emotional, touching, tunes I can play and sing along with on the guitar.
Emphasis on melodic and ballad, so "Vincent" by Don McLean would be a fit, but "More than Words" by Extreme wouldn't cut it for me, although it's a nice tune -- it's relatively lacking melody and relies a lot on gimmicky syncopated guitar work. [more inside]
How can I fund a master's thesis research project?
Where to start looking for funding- grant or otherwise- for master's thesis research work? [more inside]
Where to buy an interesting engagement ring in St. Louis?
Where to buy an interesting (non-diamond) engagement ring in St. Louis? [more inside]
A cheap mp3 player for a 16-year-old girl...
Please help my girlfriend buy a cheap mp3 player for a 16-year-old girl in foster care she's "adopted" for the holidays. [more inside]
Business Documentaries
What are some good and/or insightful and/or illuminating business-related documentaries? [more inside]
Movie title?
What was this late '70's / early 80's movie called - it was about blonde siblings in what turned out to be an incestuous relationship [more inside]
What song was that?
What was this song I heard on the radio? [more inside]
posted by cardamine at 12:21 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by cardamine at 12:21 PM PST - 6 comments
I'm trying to order glasses online, but I'm confused.
I'm trying to order glasses online, but I'm confused. [more inside]
posted by misanthropicsarah at 12:12 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by misanthropicsarah at 12:12 PM PST - 15 comments
For a thousand summers
Where can I get a copy of "I Will Wait For You" sung by Connie Francis, which appeared in the Futurama episode Jurassic Bark? [more inside]
How to prevent ringworm reinfection?
My girlfriend has apparently caught a little ringworm. HELP! [more inside]
posted by Sticherbeast at 11:43 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Sticherbeast at 11:43 AM PST - 8 comments
How can I use a tripod with a camera that has no tripod mount?
How can I use a tripod with a camera that has no tripod mount? [more inside]
posted by abkadefgee at 11:37 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by abkadefgee at 11:37 AM PST - 17 comments
Custom Couch Not Customized Correctly
Are we stuck with a custom-made couch we ordered that wasn't made to our specs? [more inside]
posted by kirkaracha at 11:08 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by kirkaracha at 11:08 AM PST - 6 comments
Calling in, to and from the Irish Republic
Any recommendations re: best value in calling cards, prepaid cards or calling plans while we live in Ireland for the next four months. [more inside]
Tips for replacing carpet ruined by a cat
When replacing cat pee ruined carpet, what are the best ways to make sure the smell is totally gone? [more inside]
posted by shinji_ikari at 10:55 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by shinji_ikari at 10:55 AM PST - 8 comments
Is it in the cards?
I'd like to buy a deck of tarot cards from these folks, but I've never bought anything online before. Is there any reason to think doing this is a bad idea? What do I need to know?
What to bring to a picnic?
What should I bring to a picnic, in terms of food, for my girlfriend and I?
Digital pathfinding
Is it possible to take a Digital Elevation Model of my favorite wilderness area and using OS X run some slope calculations in order to find new hike-able paths though an otherwise treacherous terrain? [more inside]
Discouraged Teacher Seeks Advice
My wife is a talented second grade teacher in public school; well-educated and well-read in her field. Problem: She spends ten hours a day at work. This does not include the time for her commute. Please read on -- [more inside]
Help me rotate my mouse 90 degrees!
How can I rotate my mouse axes by 90 degrees in Windows 2000? [more inside]
Flash or Java player to play most internet audio streams?
I am looking for an flash or Javascript plug in that I can embed into a website to play Internet radio streams. Specifically, one that will play mp3, wma/mms, and Realplayer (pls) streams. Does anyone know of one? [more inside]
Mayra Andrade in Dimokránsa?
What is Mayra Andrade singing so beautifully about in Dimokránsa (language: Cape Verdean Creole)? [more inside]
posted by rom1 at 8:52 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by rom1 at 8:52 AM PST - 4 comments
concerned auntie wants to contact the lawyer
Is it inappropriate for me to contact my nieces' guardian ad litem? [more inside]
posted by Sara Anne at 8:24 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Sara Anne at 8:24 AM PST - 11 comments
Breast biopsy - what to tell the kids?
Breast biopsy. What should we tell the kids? [more inside]
Good books for bad girls?
Can someone give me a book recommendation for a 12 year old girl? [more inside]
guitar crash course
I have planned to write and sing a song on the guitar for my wife on our wedding. Problem is, I am not great on the guitar… [more inside]
What's the filetype of this old mac "references" file from an old research paper?
What Mac program would I have been likely to use to write the references section of a scientific paper in 1993 or 1994? I have the file, and I want to open it or convert it. (file link inside...) [more inside]
posted by chr1sb0y at 6:56 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by chr1sb0y at 6:56 AM PST - 11 comments
Changing your nationality for Google
How do I change my region settings in Google? [more inside]
posted by Ndwright at 6:44 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Ndwright at 6:44 AM PST - 15 comments
A horse called Dobbin
Does anyone remember a children's book or story or nursery rhyme with a horse called Dobbin in it?
Cookware and Cancer
Non-Stick pans and Cancer. I'm afraid to use my flaking teflon pans because of the cancer risk that I have heard rumor of. What is the safest, healthiest cookware to buy? [more inside]
How can you turn on your gadgets if you don't have any pudding?
I have neither pudding basin nor steamer. How can I improvise the equipment necessary to steam a Christmas pudding for hours and hours? For what it's worth I do have a rice cooker.
What look for a creative small business website?
What look to give a website for a creative but commercial/professional small business? [more inside]
Name that composer!
Tell me a story, or atleast help it along...
What are some examples of movies or TV shows where there is a fantasy style narrator? [more inside]
GraphicsFilter: How do I get an image with a lot of diagonal jaggies in it to scroll without flickering?
GraphicsFilter: How do I get an image with a lot of diagonal jaggies in it to scroll without flickering? I think it's more of a general graphics problem than a Flash issue, but I've included the Flash details anyway. [more inside]
posted by ignignokt at 2:06 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ignignokt at 2:06 AM PST - 8 comments
Have you ever tasted your wife/girlfriend's breast milk when she was lactating?
Have you ever tasted your wife/girlfriend's breast milk when she was lactating? [more inside]
posted by MrTangent at 1:36 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by MrTangent at 1:36 AM PST - 33 comments