March 2012 Archives
March 31
How to obtain recent Foreign Service Institute learning materials?
How do I obtain newer Foreign Service Institute language learning coursework and education materials? [more inside]
How can I break this thought pattern?
I haven't been able to use certain items or do certain things until I feel my life has "started." How can I break this thought pattern? [more inside]
Nice costume jewelry - on a budget
Are there any places to purchase costume jewelry with lab/synthetic stones in higher quality settings? Costume jewelry always seems to have cheap settings, which don't look particularly nice (or feel very good to wear). Is there a place to get nicer looking/feeling costume jewelry? [more inside]
Help Me Name My Fitness Team!
I need help coming up with a name for a fitness team. [more inside]
Feline Uncertainty
I want to get a cat. I think. How do I know if this is a good idea? What does cat ownership entail? Is this too much? Feeling overwhelmed and in need of calm, soothing, authoritative advice. [more inside]
posted by firstbest at 9:05 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by firstbest at 9:05 PM PST - 36 comments
Should I ask this girl to a date this summer?
Should I ask this girl to a date this summer? If so, how should I ask? [more inside]
posted by Thisispiggy at 9:01 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Thisispiggy at 9:01 PM PST - 14 comments
Other Flush-causing supplements
What other supplements cause extreme flushing like niacin? [more inside]
neutralize Rit Color Remover
Help save a shirt that got all weird after Rit Color Remover [more inside]
hike/bike trails, passing on the left. proper etiquette?
i go bike riding from time to time for exercise, almost always on hike/bike trails. generally, if i'm passing someone, i don't say anything, if it looks like they're clearly to the right, and if there is room to pass on the left. if they're in the left a bit or look like they're wobbling or not paying attention, i'll give a strong "to your left!" [more inside]
posted by camdan at 7:43 PM PST - 62 comments
posted by camdan at 7:43 PM PST - 62 comments
Can you read this Korean text?
Can anyone read this Korean text? Trying to buy tickets on Jeju Air's English website but a dialog box pops up in Korean. [more inside]
posted by sunset in snow country at 7:36 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by sunset in snow country at 7:36 PM PST - 6 comments
Err, BIOS? I thought that was a kind of break in WoW...
I've order a bunch of computer parts from Newegg and am going to build my own computer, hopefully not wrecking anything in the process. (I even picked up an antistatic cuff and mat today, to be safe) Thing is, I'm thinking of adding an 100-120gb SSD to the parts list to go along with the 1TB spinning hard drive.
How do I set up having two hard drives like this, with the OS and other often-used essential programs on the SSD and everything else on the "slow" drive? I'm new at all of this--I don't think I've ever even looked at a BIOS before, let alone assembled a system. [more inside]
posted by Decimask at 7:32 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Decimask at 7:32 PM PST - 16 comments
Help me identify this pest (w/ microscope pictures) and suggestion on Pyrethrin
Help me identify this pest affecting my aromatic herbs (w/ microscope picture) and your suggestions on Pyrethrin [more inside]
Arranging lounge to be cosy
Help me arrange a comfortable living space for comfy sitting around with friends, reading, watching tv. See the sketch up and photo of the room here (not my furniture, this is previous owners). Most interested in suggestions for type of furniture (e.g. 2 chairs, a sofa, a coffee table this size and shape) and where it should go, but specifics ("this sofa", "paint this colour") good too! [more inside]
Wood furniture that's built to last.
High quality, custom built wood furniture. Where does one find such a thing? [more inside]
posted by dpx.mfx at 6:53 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by dpx.mfx at 6:53 PM PST - 20 comments
Chris Ware and his incredible coin-operated machines
I'm looking for a book that was out around 1997 (the last time I remember physically seeing it) that detailed lots of different mechanical machines Chris Ware had designed/made, many of them coin-operated. I really should've just coughed up and bought it right then, because I've never laid eyes on it since, and no bookshop staff have been able to identify it. Do you know what book this is, or what it's part of, and if by chance it's still in print? [more inside]
posted by everydayanewday at 6:32 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by everydayanewday at 6:32 PM PST - 10 comments
Help Me Protect My Gratuitously Expensive Phone
I need a slim iPhone holster, and I can't find one for the iPhone4. [more inside]
Where does protest live online (I'm not Putin, honest)
I am an English speaker learning Russian. I am also interested in the recent protest movements in and around Moscow. Where are the forums/twitter accounts/facebook accounts/blogs where opinions are being formed? They will be used as a resource in learning the language and understanding contemporary russian politics.
posted by 221bbs at 5:18 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by 221bbs at 5:18 PM PST - 6 comments
Pre-req for my pre-reqs?
I need to take Human Anatomy and Physiology as pre-req's for Occupational Therapy school. Those courses require that you have taken Bio 101 with a Lab, which I did not take in college (graduated in 2006). My questions are: how lost will I be if I do not take Bio 101 first (college classes sure are expensive!), and is this something that the community college where I want to take Anatomy will even check? [more inside]
Process of induction
I'm staying in a stranger's home. They have a smooth-top stove. If it is an induction stove then I can use my moka pot on it. If it's not then I can't. How can I determine whether or not it is?
Where do lots of younger people around Silicon Valley go to walk/run/play with their dogs? A
Where do lots of younger people around Silicon Valley go to walk/run/play with their dogs? Anywhere between Redwood City-ish down to Santa Cruz would be great! (By younger people I mean 20's to early 30's or so)
Looking for affordable t-shirt fabric, online or around Albuquerque
Can anyone suggest a place to buy reasonably priced t-shirt fabric, online or in the general Albuquerque area? [more inside]
Used Bike for cheap?
How much to spend on a used Bike? (Chicago) [more inside]
My drywell's got the stink
How can I get my drywell draining properly again? [more inside]
Help my uninsured brother get treatment in Portland, OR
Please help my 25 year old, uninsured brother get medical attention in Portland, OR for what we think is a hernia. Time is of the essence because he absolutely needs to get this taken care of before returning to Alaska in late May to fish for the summer. [more inside]
posted by Corduroy at 4:14 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Corduroy at 4:14 PM PST - 9 comments
Safe to put Murphy's Oil Soap rags in dryer?
Is it safe to put rags with Murphy's Oil Soap on them in the dryer? (I'm putting them in the washer first, obviously, but all the warnings on my dryer about oil and grease are making me nervous.
posted by ohmygoodnplenty at 3:54 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by ohmygoodnplenty at 3:54 PM PST - 4 comments
What is this "future archeology" picture book?
Help me find a funky "speculative archeology" picture book from the mid-nineties in which archeologists discover 20th century items and ponder what they may have been used for. [more inside]
posted by menialjoy at 2:56 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by menialjoy at 2:56 PM PST - 7 comments
Method for systematic thinking/problem solving? Business, personal, institutional.
Method for systematic thinking/problem solving? Business, personal, institutional. [more inside]
Do Latino immigrants to the U.S. use browsers configured to request Spanish?
Can I trust a web browser's language preference setting to determine whether to provide Spanish-language content to Latino immigrants to the U.S.? (NB: This isn't a technical question, it's a social question.) [more inside]
posted by waldo at 1:29 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by waldo at 1:29 PM PST - 16 comments
Beantown Legends
Boston Late 90s Fliter: Looking to find out what happened to a fantastic musician by the name dahlia? He was extremely popular with the first job out of uni crowd, then all of sudden disappeared. Amazing original stuff and covers of strong female artists like Ani Difricanco and more - this was 1996-1998? [more inside]
Memory foam mattress topper?
Is a memory foam mattress topper a good idea? [more inside]
posted by vers at 1:04 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by vers at 1:04 PM PST - 25 comments
Mobile credit card processing ideas, please!
What is the best solution for a small business to run credit card payments for small purchases with a mobile phone? [more inside]
Where to watch the NCAA games in downtown Chicago
I'm in downtown Chicago today and we're looking for a good place to watch the Final Four games this evening. Requirements: good food, reasonable beer selection, and a laid back area where we can grab a table and hang out for a couple hours. Thanks in advance!
BBC for a newbie
Just moved to the UK. What TV should I watch? [more inside]
posted by superfish at 12:06 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by superfish at 12:06 PM PST - 21 comments
Long Distance Rates For the Late Seventies and Early Eighties?
How much did long distance telephone calls cost in the late 1970s and early 1980s? I'm mainly interested in hearing about rates for the USA but data from other countries would be welcome as well. [more inside]
posted by jason's_planet at 11:58 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by jason's_planet at 11:58 AM PST - 21 comments
Another health insurance question...
Another health-insurance question - how to deal with an unexpected loss of coverage for my GF. Which of our options is best? [more inside]
posted by FreelanceBureaucrat at 11:53 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by FreelanceBureaucrat at 11:53 AM PST - 17 comments
Is late May into June an OK time to visit London?
Is late May into June an OK time to visit London? (I'd like to avoid the peak travel season and wading through crowds of tourists and students on holiday.) [more inside]
Where there blank pauses in the past?
Were there significant pauses between commercials and tv programming in the past? [more inside]
Can you give me recommendations for portable, yet powerful speakers for a laptop?
Can you give me recommendations for portable, yet powerful speakers for a laptop? Audio quality not necessarily the #1 priority. [more inside]
posted by jeremias at 11:38 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by jeremias at 11:38 AM PST - 7 comments
How do I manage my kid's Kindle?
Just bought a Kindle for my 11 year old daughter (haven't given it to her yet). As far as I can tell, there are no parental controls. How should I set it up so I can manage the content she's reading and limit her ability go on a digital spending spree? [more inside]
posted by punocchio at 11:37 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by punocchio at 11:37 AM PST - 28 comments
Dumb questions are driving me crazy.
Help me learn how to help people come to their own conclusions and learn from their previous experiences in a friendly manner. (Warning: super long explanation inside) [more inside]
posted by nataliedanger at 11:36 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by nataliedanger at 11:36 AM PST - 24 comments
Help Me Price My First Painting Job
How much do I charge to paint two small rooms for a friend? [more inside]
How can we measure sun and plant a garden in our urban patio?
What's the best way to determine how much sun our back patio gets? And what's the best way to plant an urban garden on a concrete back patio? [more inside]
Should I drink coffee again?
poll: should I drink coffee?
After 10 years of being a caffeine addict (started when I was 16!), I quitted in January, cold turkey. No coffee, no diet cokes, no energy drinks. It sucked, a lot, for about two weeks. All I get now is an occasional cup of white or green tea, that's it.
This week has been unusually exhausting, and the next three days are probably going to be the most testing of my life. I am really tempted to drink coffee, but will it actually help? Will it just fxxx me up? Will I become addicted again?
Long-term car parking in Chicago?
I'm leaving the country for three months. Where do I store my car in Chicago during that time? Graduate student, so the cheaper the better...
I am a transfer applicant and need advice about how to handle enrollment deposit deadlines.
CollegeTransferFilter: I have been accepted at two colleges, with deposits due May 1. But I won't hear from the other schools until after May 1. Advice? [more inside]
How can I get these toys for my son?
Looking for some help getting some toys that seem to only be available in Asia. [more inside]
Help me remember an article I read long ago!
Help me remember the NYTimes (?) article I read about the relationship between gender ratios and sexual dynamics on college campuses! [more inside]
How do I express to my partner I'd like him to do thoughtful things for me without making him feel bad.?
How do I express to my partner I'd like him to do thoughtful things for me without making him feel bad? [more inside]
Can you "invest" in the lottery?
The recent Mega Millions lottery got me thinking: why don't wealthy individuals/corporations ever attempt to buy out the lottery? [more inside]
posted by lobbyist at 9:07 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by lobbyist at 9:07 AM PST - 18 comments
Sci fi novel
I need help finding the title of a sci fi story I read once. [more inside]
Need help identifying my niche, international edition.
Please help me brainstorm creative ways to leverage my professional experience and expat status. [more inside]
What not to wear, septuagenarian edition
Should I tell my 71-year-old mother that some of her clothing is ridiculous? [more inside]
posted by semacd at 8:00 AM PST - 73 comments
posted by semacd at 8:00 AM PST - 73 comments
What PCs to buy?
What PCs should we buy? [more inside]
Should we join the crowds or avoid them?
What is going on in Philadelpia in mid-April? [more inside]
posted by Sukey Says at 5:55 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Sukey Says at 5:55 AM PST - 8 comments
How many times do I need to embed fonts using pdflatex
My thesis is in latex, with PDF graphics that I've made but without fonts embedded in them. The graphics all use the same fonts, so can I embed them only in one of the PDF input files, or do I need to do it for all of them? [more inside]
posted by kg at 3:15 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by kg at 3:15 AM PST - 4 comments
Taxes Filter: Unmarried couple homeowner tax return?
You are not my accountant, or my tax professional. I am just looking for a little help on how to proceed on our tax returns since purchasing a house. [more inside]
posted by santaliqueur at 1:46 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by santaliqueur at 1:46 AM PST - 6 comments
Japanese toaster oven: wakaranai...
Do you know any recipes of stuff I could bake in a toaster oven? Muffins, bread, cookies, or even meals? What's your general rule of thumb when it comes to method and time of cooking? We're talking old school toaster oven here, I can only select the cooking time, not the degrees. [more inside]
Clash of the fragrances: a problem?
Perfume-filter: Do you find that the fragrances of different personal and beauty products clash when you use them? [more inside]
March 30
Lost a ton of weight, clothes don't fit anymore. Should I learn to do my own alterations or buy new clothes?
I've lost a lot of weight in the past year and have gone from a size 14 to a size 8. After a few years of thinking it was just a metabolism/getting older thing, my doctor recently discovered my weight gain was caused by the beginning stages of hypothyroidism. (I ballooned 47 lbs. in a year and half.) After I started taking medication (and increasing my workouts,) the weight started dropping off. I was a size 4 before all the gain, so it's possible I might lose more.
I have a lot of nice clothes that don't fit me anymore. Some pieces are really nice designer items and I'd like to keep them and protect my investment in them.
Alterations are expensive, and buying new clothes isn't cheap, either.
Is it worth it to learn how to sew and do my own alterations? Before I invest in a sewing machine and some classes, I want to know if this plan is doable. I know nothing about sewing, so is taking in clothes something that's complex and should be left to the professionals?
Dream house or money pit?
Buying a fixer upper worth it? [more inside]
This feels like planned obsolescence
My Bodum french press is broken and I need a replacement part...but it isn't the carafe. [more inside]
posted by oflinkey at 9:32 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by oflinkey at 9:32 PM PST - 14 comments
The Relegation Zone
When an English Premier League team gets relegated down, what does that actually mean to the players, coaches, and fans. Do salaries plummet? Contracts expire? Do top players get recruited back up? For fans is it easier/cheaper to get tickets? What is the impact?
MyGarden?
Are there any free cloud-based garden planning tools? [more inside]
Where can I find a Chicago books/writing meetup?
I like talking about books and writing, mostly literary fiction and genre fiction with a slant toward slipstream-style SF. Where can I find a group in Chicago to meet people like me? [more inside]
Midnight Mary Poppins
A night nanny for newborns and multiples is a nanny for overnight so the parents can recoup lost sleep. If you were to hire such a person, then what qualities, qualifications, and skills would you look for?
Show Me Love
Please help me find some lesbian films that have a happy romantic ending. [more inside]
Easy-to-Make Protein Shakes?
How do I make it easier to make and drink protein shakes with a limited selection? Bonus points for protein powder recommendations and shake recipes. [more inside]
posted by WasabiFlux at 7:40 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by WasabiFlux at 7:40 PM PST - 13 comments
I've been thinking about our fortune
Quitting a prestigious job I really enjoyed but grew incompatible with, starting a new one that has more promise, but is still an unknown. I've listened the hell out of Moody Blues' "Story In Your Eyes" and Simple Minds' "Don't You." What other songs capture the essence of a bittersweet ending and an exciting but uncertain future?
posted by Slap*Happy at 7:32 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Slap*Happy at 7:32 PM PST - 18 comments
Are there different economic theories for complex/long term products?
Is there an economic theory about monetary incentives doing more harm than good as economic utility becomes harder to determine/quantify? [more inside]
posted by deanklear at 6:44 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by deanklear at 6:44 PM PST - 10 comments
The War of the Roses without Danny DeVito
We're getting a divorce. We live in a rent controlled San Francisco apartment. We both refuse to leave and it's hell. Hivemind, please help me. [more inside]
QR Codes, why.. just.. why?
What's up with the proliferation of QR Codes? [more inside]
Using office computers as security cameras
I have an open-plan office full of computers, about 75% Macs. We're considering putting in security cameras with a DVR. It seems to me that with all these computers (and a bunch of spares, at that) we could do this with what we have instead of paying a security company for dedicated hardware. What can I use to coordinate multiple webcams and do security-DVR-type stuff with them?
posted by mendel at 5:30 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by mendel at 5:30 PM PST - 9 comments
Summer travel to Iceland
Planning on going to Iceland this July. I'm looking for advice on must-see/do thing during this time of year in Iceland. Also, suggestions for incredibly amazing/maybe even life-changing music and art festivals during the summer there? [more inside]
How to understand the science of talk therapy?
Can you help me find some science-based reasons to believe that therapy works? [more inside]
posted by feets at 3:29 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by feets at 3:29 PM PST - 19 comments
Looking for good neighborhoods to stay in in Siena and Rome
Help me find good areas to stay in in Rome and Siena. [more inside]
Mechanics open on Saturdays in the greater Seattle area
Buying-a-used-car-filter: please recommend a non-dealership mechanic in the Seattle/Redmond area who can check out a car for me before I buy it. The hard part: they need to be open tomorrow. [more inside]
posted by homodachi at 2:23 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by homodachi at 2:23 PM PST - 5 comments
Neighborly Peace, I'm looking for you.
Replace Super Puzzle Fighter arcade CRT power supply?
I love my CPS2 JAMMA Super Puzzle Fighter arcade cabinet. The power supply for the CRT spontaneously caught fire (I think it's the CRT's PS). Help me save it! [more inside]
posted by doteatop at 2:16 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by doteatop at 2:16 PM PST - 7 comments
Looking for first time therapy tips + therapist recommendations in Vancouver.
I've come to the conclusion that some therapy/counselling would help me a lot, but as a life-long introvert I find the idea very intimidating and nerve-wracking. Looking for tips and encouragement on starting therapy, and recommendations for a good, preferably female and affordable, therapist in Vancouver BC. [more inside]
How many calories does a dog need?
How much food does my dog need? If you can find a straight calories, carbs, etc. answer that doesn't need vast amounts of complicated math, I will be forever in your debt. [more inside]
posted by mygothlaundry at 2:07 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by mygothlaundry at 2:07 PM PST - 7 comments
Books like The Wicker Man and Harvest Home
I'm interested in fiction books reminiscent of The Wicker Man and Harvest Home. Horror or mystery stories of strange nature cults/paganism/mystery religions...Not so much stories of Da Vince Code or Name of the Rose but more the former two titles.
posted by snap_dragon at 2:06 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by snap_dragon at 2:06 PM PST - 15 comments
Headed Down South to the Land of the Pines, Tumbin' My Way Into North Caroline..
Is my groupon voucher really expired?
Washington state law says gift certificates you buy can't have an expiry date. What does that really mean for the groupon, etc. vouchers I purchased that have expired? [more inside]
Where to find secluded, lakeside camping near Los Angeles?
Secluded, lakeside camping near Los Angeles? [more inside]
What determines where an application window opens in Windows 7?
What determines where an application window opens in Windows 7? [more inside]
Changing careers: PR edition
How do I prepare for a career in public relations? [more inside]
Psycho with grief.
I feel like I'm losing my mind from grief due to a broken heart. The people I have tried to trust since my break-up have let me down (except for my one true friend and my therapist but they can only help so much and they are kind of like Saints). I'm scared of my paranoia (big business is corrupt and it rules our country without scruples -- today I decided Verilli must have been drugged by the GOP to have so royally flubbed the Health Care oral arguments which may not be insane but if it's true it makes me want to die). What can I do for myself in NYC to not lose my mind and keep growing as a person? [more inside]
Business shutting down after employees win lottery?
There is an office collection for the Mega Millions lottery going on. My office has about 60 employees. Almost everybody has put money in the pot. The general consensus is that today would be the last day of work for any participants if we win. So, if we win, come Monday, our office would be vacant and the business (small-to-medium sized law firm) may need to shut down. Do you know of any accounts of something like that happening? Where the employees of a small business jointly won a large jackpot and quit en masse?
posted by SugarFreeGum at 12:27 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by SugarFreeGum at 12:27 PM PST - 14 comments
Checking in on an Out of Touch Relative Who Lives in Another US State (TX)
What organization or agency in the San Antonion area would I contact to request that they check in on a relative who's not returning phone calls? [more inside]
posted by gov_moonbeam at 12:19 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by gov_moonbeam at 12:19 PM PST - 18 comments
Help my sing to my baby!
Our son (6 months) loves it when I sing to him, and I love singing to him too! I'm looking for great songs to sing to my baby. Bonus points for songs which have the word "baby" in them or ones which are fun but subversive. [more inside]
posted by Deathalicious at 12:12 PM PST - 76 comments
posted by Deathalicious at 12:12 PM PST - 76 comments
Value of Angie’s List?
If a vendor is listed on Angie’s list, does that IN ITSELF carry weight with you? Why? And as to the reviews, pro or con, how do you know they’re not fake?
Elephant ear, or what?
Plant Identification Filter: All sources say "elephant ear plant", but we're not entirely sure that's it. [more inside]
posted by sunshinesky at 11:50 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by sunshinesky at 11:50 AM PST - 11 comments
Moving to New Orleans
As mentioned in a previous question, I'll be moving to New Orleans in the fairly near future. I have a few questions and a need for reassurance. [more inside]
My lease is law!
As a tenant, what are my options when the landlord wants to break my lease? [more inside]
posted by Marinara at 11:46 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Marinara at 11:46 AM PST - 16 comments
How do we decide what to do with our baby's cord blood?
Should we store our baby's cord blood and if so, with whom? How do you judge all of the conflicting information on this? Can we delay cord clamping and still store the blood? [more inside]
Long skirts and long questions
Do you know of a cultural group that fits this phenotype? [more inside]
why is new boyfriend pulling away?
How to respond when new boyfriend grows distant? [more inside]
Good place to announce large collection of DVDs for sale?
My Toronto-based shop has just received a huge collection of art house, cult, foreign, Criterion, out of print etc. DVDs. For obvious reasons I'd like to turn these over as quickly as possible. I posted to our web site and Craigslist to announce the titles, but what other online places do DVD people gather where I could post this news without it being considered spam? Thank you.
Game recommendations for Xbox 360 over System Link?
Game recommendations for Xbox 360 over System Link? [more inside]
Mindfulness-based back pain--help!
I've recently started doing a sitting meditation, and when I do it in a cross-legged position sitting on a cushion, I'm having pain and sort of a numbness in my right mid back. I don't want to stop doing the sitting meditation--I'm finding it easier to meditate in a sitting position--but it hurts, and I'm worried I'm going to injure myself. [more inside]
Best practices for planned charitable giving
How can I be more consistent and organized with respect to my charitable donations? [more inside]
posted by Saucy Intruder at 8:56 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Saucy Intruder at 8:56 AM PST - 18 comments
White Student Black School?
Do you or anyone you know have personal experience as a Caucasian attending an historically Black college/university? African-Americans who work at or who have graduated from such institutions are also free to weigh in on the experiences of any White students/classmates they may have had. [more inside]
Software/ online app for sports league scheduling?
I'm looking for software that will help me schedule play and practice sessions for teams in a sports league. Ideally, the software would be free and be flexible enough to take into account: the number of teams, how many times each team should play each other, & the number of available fields. [more inside]
Confusion over eBay selling
Help me not get scammed on Ebay, please? I did some Spring cleaning and put a bunch of things on eBay. Everything was sold and delivered without a problem, except for one item that someone's claiming was already opened and probably used. [more inside]
Best JRPG for a time-starved gamer?
Please recommend a great JRPG based on some very specific likes and dislikes. [more inside]
I just got divorced and I'm getting back into dating. What's normal?
I'm recently divorced and just hopping back into dating. I feel like I'm calibrated all wrong and have no idea what passes for normal. I want you to tell me! Plenty of special snowflake details inside. [more inside]
Recovering from crippling anxiety?
What sort of resources can I use to stabilize myself from my own anxiety-linked self-sabotage, and how can I utilize them while dodging my own anxiety triggers? [more inside]
At this rate, I'll be moving backwards soon
Did you used to find running tedious and uncomfortable? Do you enjoy it now? How did you do it? [more inside]
posted by Aubergine at 7:51 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by Aubergine at 7:51 AM PST - 25 comments
Google Chrome and sandboxing
Help me understand Google Chrome and sandboxing. [more inside]
Row row row your phone gently down the stream
If I take my possibly-water-damaged iPhone to the Apple Store, will they replace it on the spot or will they be able to see if there's life in it yet? [more inside]
Where was I in Vietnam or Laos?
Five years ago, while either in Vietnam or Laos (memory is hazy), I was taken out to a remote working Buddhist monastery. We went by taxi and walked into the monastery at night. I managed to snap this picture before we went in. Can anyone tell me where I was?
posted by vacapinta at 5:51 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by vacapinta at 5:51 AM PST - 7 comments
Why won't you eat your cheezies?!
History's most epic flameouts
I'm looking for examples of rants by historical figures, preferably pre-twentieth century, the more unhinged and colorful the better. [more inside]
Windows XP and word 2002 refuse to recognize changes on a document made on a different machine.
Windows XP and word 2002 refuse to recognize changes on a document made on a different machine. What gives? [more inside]
Multi Monitor Madness Moronity
Argh - Wrong Monitor (Secondary) displayed at start-up; can't therefore access any settings! How can I reset? [more inside]
posted by DrtyBlvd at 3:10 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by DrtyBlvd at 3:10 AM PST - 6 comments
Successful Project-Based Learning You've Seen?
Project based learning and interdisciplinary teaching! I'm a high school science teacher working with an enthusiastic English teacher and we're trying to find the best project ideas to use in summer school (and beyond if successful). [more inside]
posted by kinetic at 2:26 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by kinetic at 2:26 AM PST - 8 comments
What Video Editor Do I Want?
I would like a video editing program for Windows 7 that does the following. I am willing to pay a modest amount, free is good, too. [more inside]
March 29
Besides Shakespeare, who are the writers with the greatest wit and rhetorical skill?
Besides Shakespeare, who are the writers with the greatest wit and rhetorical skill? [more inside]
You are not my academic/career advisor, but let's pretend for a moment.
From Music to IT to Neuroscience: Is this insane? (super long tedious details inside) [more inside]
posted by Doleful Creature at 10:26 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Doleful Creature at 10:26 PM PST - 15 comments
Choose my adventure: Bard retreat or Tufts advance?
Please be my crystal ball and tell me if I should get my MAT degree at Bard or Tufts University. I hate decisions in general, but in this case the financials are equal, I like both city and country, small settings and larger ones, and a longer haul seems only differently attractive than a short 1-year sprint, plus I probably can't break the tie by visiting. [more inside]
Movie precursor to Hunger Games?
Looking for a movie title: some years ago, an indie film, basic idea that the government is running a televised competition (much like Survivor), except to the death. [more inside]
posted by kestralwing at 9:41 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by kestralwing at 9:41 PM PST - 11 comments
Buy a wig and sleep on Owlsley's floor?
I'm looking for a cheaper alternative to the Marriott Marquis hotel in San Francisco. What are my options? [more inside]
posted by dr. boludo at 9:31 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by dr. boludo at 9:31 PM PST - 13 comments
Help identifying an Impressionist painting
Need help identifying an Impressionist painting. [more inside]
smashed my linux netbook, must replace in LasVegas
Emergency laptop purchase in Madison WI or Las Vegas NV. I dropped mine on the hard world. I go to Vegas tomorrow for research. What and where should I buy. [more inside]
posted by Mngo at 8:34 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Mngo at 8:34 PM PST - 7 comments
How do I change the location setting for Google search?
How do I change the location setting for Google search? [more inside]
Talk therapy in NYC?
Looking for a great talk therapist in Brooklyn. [more inside]
What should I do about the gap between my house and the patio?
What should I do about the gap between my concrete patio and the house? [more inside]
posted by johnxlibris at 7:09 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by johnxlibris at 7:09 PM PST - 13 comments
Bar/Restaurant for board gaming near Midtown Manhattan
[manhattan-bar-filter] Looking for a place around Midtown Manhattan where 4 people can relax, drink, and play board games on a Friday night. [more inside]
What should I say to the guy who ripped off my project?
I'm a novice programmer. Someone just took a recent Python web project of mine, rewrote it in Ruby, and published it as his own work. My code was open, and I don't really mind, but I'd like credit. How can I ask politely but firmly and avoid triggering a defense mechanism? Lots of details inside. [more inside]
posted by ecmendenhall at 6:18 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by ecmendenhall at 6:18 PM PST - 18 comments
Did I just give Daniel Day Lewis a penny?
What happens to the two dollars I paid for a DVD? [more inside]
posted by longsleeves at 6:08 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by longsleeves at 6:08 PM PST - 7 comments
drill a hole through a brick.
How do I drill a 25mm hole through a single brick wall? [more inside]
posted by wilful at 6:04 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by wilful at 6:04 PM PST - 13 comments
Need help buying a diving board for some poor Estonian kids
Need help with some of the details of buying a diving board for some poor Estonian kids [more inside]
What do I need to do to keep my career moving? (engineer-filter)
What do I need to do to keep my career moving? (engineer-filter) [more inside]
I want to make something beautiful, but I need some help with this paintbrush here.
I want to make an awesome web resource, but have hit a wall on the technical side of it and need to know what to ask for. I want to make an image with a slider that reveals and hides different triggerable pop-ups depending on where you move the slider. [more inside]
Breaking Bad News
How can I not bum people out when I tell them their software idea will be more costly and/or may not work as well as they think it will? [more inside]
Need advice about a truck and camping trailer combination
US/Colorado; I need a used but new to me truck, both to get around and to I hope pull a camping trailer. Due to divorce, unemployment, and other snowflake things I have a pretty tight budget, and will probably not be approved for financing. My credit score is Low. I have a new job and all is looking good though, so the future is bright. [more inside]
Another panicked 20-something coming your way...
Is court reporting at all a viable career option in this day and age? [more inside]
Crossing the linguistics/activism divide in Noam Chomsky
I remember reading an interview in which Noam Chomsky made connections between his work in linguistics and his later political activism.
Can anyone locate that interview, or perhaps another good essay that connects those two components of his career?
What on earth should I do with my hair?
HELP! I hate my hair and don't know how to fix it. [more inside]
posted by anonnymoose at 4:22 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by anonnymoose at 4:22 PM PST - 27 comments
Sudden Onset Fear of Flying
Why am I suddenly afraid of flying, and how can I make it stop? [more inside]
posted by charmcityblues at 4:20 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by charmcityblues at 4:20 PM PST - 19 comments
I want a life without all of this medication
I am too young to be on all this medication. I’m willing to make drastic lifestyle changes to get off of them. Please help me. [more inside]
More money than you know what to do with
We had a recent thread on things really poor people do when they come into some money, and now I'm curious whether there are analogous mistakes at every level of society. What sort of mistakes would be made by, say, a poor college student taking his first office job, by a middle-class man marrying into old money, by shoestring startup folk after a successful IPO/buyout? I'm interested in particular in sharp transitions, rather than, say, slowly climbing from the mail room to the board room over the course of a lifetime.
Sea air == tired?
Sea air: why does it make you tired? Or does it? [more inside]
Vegan Swedish Hasbeen Sandals: A myth?
Is there a non-leather version of these? [more inside]
posted by Isingthebodyelectric at 2:33 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Isingthebodyelectric at 2:33 PM PST - 5 comments
Competitor-copied-my-website
A local competitor has copied my website. What are my options? [more inside]
Help me find a lender!
Filtering through lenders for a mortgage in a home building situation. [more inside]
posted by phox at 1:58 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by phox at 1:58 PM PST - 4 comments
Jewish name for gentile baby?
Is giving my kid a traditionally Jewish name (as a gentile) a bad idea, naive? [more inside]
Organize these screws!
People who like to take things apart - I need to find a way to keep roughly thirty screws organized when a housing is removed and replaced. They all go in the same size hole, and they're not all the same screws. [more inside]
posted by backseatpilot at 1:44 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by backseatpilot at 1:44 PM PST - 21 comments
What To Do With Pea Soup Paste?
Super Concentrated Soup? So I made split pea and pesto with pork soup two nights ago and I made too much. It also sat on low for a bit too long and is now a thick green paste. What do I do with it? Is it still safe to eat? Can i do anything to it besides adding water and making more soup? How best can I use these leftovers? [more inside]
posted by The Whelk at 1:35 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by The Whelk at 1:35 PM PST - 16 comments
Bourbon, scotch and whiskey that's sweet instead of oaky?
Bourbon, scotch and whiskey that's sweet instead of oaky? [more inside]
posted by Cool Papa Bell at 1:31 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by Cool Papa Bell at 1:31 PM PST - 43 comments
What happens if you're hit by an uninsured driver in WI?
My vehicle was damaged by a (possibly) uninstured driver in Wisconsin... What now? [more inside]
Baby, I was born to run-slash-row
Can I integrate my erg into my half-marathon training? [more inside]
posted by Shepherd at 1:24 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Shepherd at 1:24 PM PST - 4 comments
What sort of things were taught in medical school in the 1800s?
What sort of things did doctors learn in medical school in the 1800s? [more inside]
posted by Lownotes at 1:23 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by Lownotes at 1:23 PM PST - 17 comments
Yay or nay? Ceviche made with previously frozen fish.
Yay or nay? Ceviche made with previously frozen fish. [more inside]
Is this therapist violating client confidentiality?
A friend of mine is in couples therapy, and the couple are also both in individual therapy through the same organization. My friend shared something with his individual therapist and now they are pressuring him to share this with his partner. They actually said if he doesn't they may not allow them to continue couple therapy. Is this therapist violating Virginia client confidentiality laws? What is the best way to respond to this situation? [more inside]
How do I track referral credits over a period of several months for multiple customers without getting confused?
How do I track referral credits over a period of several months for multiple customers without getting them confused? Lots of confusing details ahead... [more inside]
It's all about her.
No matter what problem I try to discuss with a friend, she always turns the conversation to a similar problem SHE'S had. Any way I can make her stop? [more inside]
Calling all lifestyle magazine hoarders....
LongShotFilter: I'm looking for some recipes in a 2011 issue of Canadian House & Home...I think. [more inside]
posted by cecic at 12:38 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by cecic at 12:38 PM PST - 7 comments
Lonely extrovert seeks MMO.
I'm a lonely extrovert looking to take the edge off the loneliness by playing an MMO. Which one should I play? [more inside]
posted by Pericardium at 12:06 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Pericardium at 12:06 PM PST - 11 comments
I never want to run again.
How to recover and get back into running after a half marathon? [more inside]
posted by superquail at 12:04 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by superquail at 12:04 PM PST - 9 comments
How can I make amends?
How do I make it up to my beloved? [more inside]
Smelly urine with no pain - cystitis?
Smelly urine with no pain - recurrent cystitis? What should I do? [more inside]
What would the modern diner think of a nice dinner out from the 30s-60s?
What would the modern diner think of a nice dinner out from the 30s-60s? [more inside]
posted by mikesch at 11:03 AM PST - 54 comments
posted by mikesch at 11:03 AM PST - 54 comments
Home-Not-So-Sweet-Home
My boyfriend wants to buy a house. I don't. How do we work through this? [more inside]
What is this book?
Looking for the title of a book I saw last year. [more inside]
Practical pet home visit tips for pet allergy sufferers
What practical, non-medical tips do you have for pet allergy sufferers who will have to stay in a home with a pet for multiple days? Next month I'll be faced with this. Reading previous questions, I saw a good suggestion - bring your own Pillow Case. What other things do you do when you know you have to live with someone with a pet for a few days? Any nonmedical suggestions for me, the visitor, are welcome, and I'd love to hear any kooky things you have done in the past that somehow worked for you.
posted by cashman at 10:48 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by cashman at 10:48 AM PST - 21 comments
Phone to access memory card
Can I connect an external memory stick or memory card to my phone? (with an adapter) [more inside]
Drag and Drop glued to polygon sides
Looking for tips on implementing drag and drop that snaps to the nearest point on a polygon. [more inside]
posted by syzygy at 10:34 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by syzygy at 10:34 AM PST - 13 comments
When should I start looking for an apartment in Albany, NY?
I've been admitted to grad school at the University of Albany for the fall semester, starting in late August. When should I start apartment hunting? [more inside]
You'd think it'd happen to Zeus at least once...
Are there any myths or legends out there where a deity or superhuman being gets involved with a human and it ends up badly for the deity, rather than just the mortal? [more inside]
posted by dinty_moore at 10:26 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by dinty_moore at 10:26 AM PST - 34 comments
Alternatives to iTunes
What's the best non-intrusive MP3 playing software on OSX? [more inside]
posted by wrok at 10:25 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by wrok at 10:25 AM PST - 7 comments
Predict test questions or read them all?
Is it better to predict a test answer then look for the choice that matches or read through each answer choice on middle school standardized tests? [more inside]
What's a Positive Way to Think about a Cameo?
My job on a university campus entails incrementally building relationships with faculty and administrators over the course of many years. In the fall of 2012, I will be subbing for a director on a different campus for one semester. It doesn't make as much sense to slowly build relationships because I will be returning to my home campus in Spring 2013. Yet, I still want to be proactive. What is a good framework for thinking about a one semester cameo on a new campus?
posted by Jagz-Mario at 9:58 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by Jagz-Mario at 9:58 AM PST - 1 comment
Sidenotes on a blog
Is there blog software that has a ready-made template that allows for sidenotes? [more inside]
Have I been fired?
On paperwork I am filling out for a new job, it asks if in the last 5 year I have been fired from any job for any reason. I was downsized/laid off a year ago. Is that the same thing as fired?
High mole-arity
How do people with lots of moles monitor them for signs of cancer? [more inside]
posted by Sternmeyer at 9:26 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by Sternmeyer at 9:26 AM PST - 28 comments
Hired but no hours?
I have a couple of friends who were hired at retail and fast food places but have never been put on the actual schedule, even after months go by and they follow up with the manager. Is this an employers way of laying someone off? What is the purpose of hiring someone if you don't put them on the schedule? Any ideas about how my friends can advocate for more hours? Thanks so much!
posted by tessalations999 at 9:25 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by tessalations999 at 9:25 AM PST - 13 comments
How to figure out what to charge for 1099 work?
How to figure a contract rate for 1099 work? [more inside]
Does changing the swing on my bathroom door actually buy me any space?
What is considered good practice (but not ADA) for interior door clearance in a small residential bathroom with an outswing or pocket door? [more inside]
posted by pizzazz at 9:13 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by pizzazz at 9:13 AM PST - 5 comments
Did They Screw Up the Affordable Care Act?
Why does the Affordable Care Act (aka Obamacare) lack a severability clause? [more inside]
Examples of an individual's websites
Seeking suggestions/examples of websites of individuals (not firms or companies) that incorporate a blog but provide a showcase or platform for the individual and their expertise. A few more details and examples given inside. [more inside]
posted by infini at 8:58 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by infini at 8:58 AM PST - 3 comments
When should I consider coming down on condo asking price?
I'm selling my condo. How do I make it stand out from the other 5 condos for sale in my complex? When should I consider coming down on the asking price? [more inside]
posted by foxhat10 at 8:48 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by foxhat10 at 8:48 AM PST - 22 comments
Is landscape format possible for an illustrated print-on-demand book or ebook?
Can any print-on-demand book companies offer a non-standard, horizontal/landscape orientation for a full-color book with artwork on every page? Is there an ebook option for a book in this format? [more inside]
posted by Scram at 8:33 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Scram at 8:33 AM PST - 6 comments
how do build closer friendships
How to build deeper social connections by addressing vulnerability issues? [more inside]
posted by wallawallasweet at 7:57 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by wallawallasweet at 7:57 AM PST - 12 comments
Simple illustrations in kids' books
Children's books with uncluttered, simple illustrations [more inside]
Repair a Bipolar-Singed Friendship
What is the best way to repair a potential relationship that has been damaged by my manic episode? [more inside]
Vertical Chrome Bookmark Bar
How do I make Chrome show bookmarks in a vertical row down the left side, like they do in Firefox? [more inside]
I need the biggest rubies in the world.
Where can I find really large plastic gems like the ones on sale here--but twice the size or more? [more inside]
How do I create an amortization table where my payments change every period?
Is it possible to create an amortization schedule in Excel when the payment amount, the principal amount, and the interest amount each year is unique? [more inside]
Four solo days in Oregon. What to do?
I'm heading out to Oregon in mid-April for a conference, but I'm taking four extra days in front of the conference for a nice, solo vacation. I'm mostly interested in day hikes to see ecologically interesting things and relaxing a bit. What should I do and where should I stay? [more inside]
The art of the double delete with mac mail and gmail
Mac Mail Filter: So I've added Gmail to my list of accounts. But when I delete a message on the inbox, lower down, in the IMAP folders, it doesn't delete there. Why not? [more inside]
Green brands that are truly green?
I'm highly skeptical of a lot of brands that trumpet their environmental friendliness. I know "greenwashing" is rampant. What are some green brands/products that walk the walk? [more inside]
posted by malhouse at 6:47 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by malhouse at 6:47 AM PST - 10 comments
New Sci Fi Book Club that doesn't suck?
Is there a science fiction book club with really good (nebula, hugo, clarke award quality) books? I love Stross, Schroeder, Vinge, Bacigalupi, Chiang, Stephenson, Reynolds & Mieville ...but I've already read everything they've written. How can I separate the wheat from the chaff with new or unknown authors?
posted by leotrotsky at 6:46 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by leotrotsky at 6:46 AM PST - 13 comments
Cute pup pup!
Dog Breed Filter: What do you think this cute dog is a mix of? [more inside]
posted by c at 6:44 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by c at 6:44 AM PST - 20 comments
Help me be an efficient and reliable interviewer.
How to be a good interviewer, not interviewee. [more inside]
What's up with these ipods?
ipod filter...What to do with all these non-working ipods? I have 4 older 20mb & 30mb original style ipods that don't work at all. Won't charge or do anything. Also, I have a 5-6 year old Nano that is in the same boat. Is there any hope for these or are they just trash? Any ideas? Thanks!
Job Search tips in the UK
London UK Job Search Help: I'm 36 and after 11 years service for a single company in the financial sector I"m looking for a new job. I've also just taken a 6 month 'sabbatical'. So how exactly do I approach finding a new job in London? A couple of key questions: [more inside]
March 28
"Aren't you a little young to be boarding a plane all by yourself?"
I'm a travel novice about to embark on a world tour with a deliberately fuzzy itinerary. Help me navigate the mysterious badlands of interacting with immigration & customs officials, rogue cops, and hostel mates. Time-saving travel "hacks" for quickening the visa approval process are also greatly appreciated. [more inside]
Please suggest a non-mac laptop with great build quality and big HD for casual use for about $1000.
Please suggest a thin/light laptop with great build quality and battery life for approximately $1000. An Ultrabook would have been ideal but I need at least 500gb hard drive and all the standard ports (more USBs, HDMI, Ethernet etc.) I don't need an optical drive. Also, I don't want a Mac.
I would be using it mostly for watching movies, college work, surfing the web etc. but no gaming. Given these conditions which would be the best laptop I can buy immediately?
posted by libbrichus at 10:21 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by libbrichus at 10:21 PM PST - 18 comments
Lottery strategy or madness?
The current Mega Millions is valued at $500,000,000. I have (I think) a logical idea for the best way to maximize the "payment" option of the payout. More inside..... [more inside]
posted by lattiboy at 10:13 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by lattiboy at 10:13 PM PST - 31 comments
Help a first-time property investor?
I’ve been working and saving money for years, and I think I should probably invest it. I’m pretty sure that investment property is the right move, but there are a few things I’m not sure about and would appreciate some advice on. [more inside]
Today I ordered an external hard-drive, so of course my temporary (USB key) one died on me
I have a SanDisk Cruzer 32 GB USB flash drive that is holding my data hostage. I got one of those "there might be errors, want me to check and fix them?" messages and said yes, which the PC did without problems. Then I was unable to "safely" remove it despite shutting down all programs on my computer, so I had to pull it. Now, although the computer recognizes that it is in the port and assigns it a drive letter, it cannot read any files, asks my to reformat, and shows as either full or empty. [more inside]
Does he like me too?
Dear mefites, please share your wisdom. I have developed a crush on a guy I work with and I can't tell whether he likes me or not. [more inside]
Indie programmer or call-center drone? A false dilemma disguised as hope?
Does it make sense to block off a few months to develop the skills needed to pursue a modest career/business developing indie games and mobile apps for Android, or am I better off just getting an entry-level job at a call center and make a decent amount of money doing sales or tech support? [more inside]
posted by porcupine at 8:21 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by porcupine at 8:21 PM PST - 15 comments
How can I keep my dog out of my raised bed garden?
How can I keep my dog out of my raised bed garden? [more inside]
Resume vs. CV
I'm applying for a community college teaching position, and the application package requires both a resume and a CV. In the past, I've only submitted a CV. [more inside]
Healthy preschool snack to make for kids? Allergy restrictions
Egg-free, cow's milk-free, wheat-free, nut-free snacks to make for my nursery class in two days? [more inside]
Frightened of my landlord
I just had a frightening confrontation with my landlord and I don't feel safe. What now? [more inside]
Don't tell me I have to wax my eyebrows, too.
How weird is my (unremarkable for either coast) gender presentation going to seem to people when I live in New Orleans? [more inside]
What was this scary book about kittens?
Sorry but I have a sort of weird name-this-kids'-book question: Two kittens are trying to protect each other. I remember a couple of disjointed scenes and some dark themes of self-sacrifice, bravery, and loss. Please tell me I didn't imagine this. [more inside]
posted by beandip at 6:57 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by beandip at 6:57 PM PST - 5 comments
Can you help us find the anti-Seattle?
Say you have 5 days, $1000 for flight+hotel (+maybe car rental) and you want to get out of rainy Seattle to somewhere warm and relaxing. Where do you go? [more inside]
I hear 'em whispering when I walk by
What's the right way to walk in Vibram Five Fingers? [more inside]
Book ID: Not the Pickwick Papers
I'm trying to remember the name of a book I had when I was a kid. It's a collection of humorous stories about a family in turn-of-the-century-ish England or possibly East Coast USA. I always get the title confused with "The Pickwick Papers" so it must be similar to that. [more inside]
posted by Karlos the Jackal at 6:21 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Karlos the Jackal at 6:21 PM PST - 6 comments
How much paint do I need?
paint filter: How much paint/spray paint will I need to stencil 60 2'x2.5' signs? [more inside]
what did movies think of tv in the eighties?
I just watched Poltergeist, which I am now thinking seems right-wing, almost Catholic. at the end of the movie, the husband kicks the tv out of the room and serene music plays. is this a common feature of the movies of the time? did people kick the tv out of the room a lot in the movies of the 80s?
posted by parmanparman at 5:40 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by parmanparman at 5:40 PM PST - 16 comments
Help me to rescue my job, or come up with a viable alternative.
There's nothing wrong with my job. There's something wrong with me. Please help me to choose what to do. [more inside]
My kitty is sticky.
Please help me remove glue from a cat with luxurious long fur. Complication: she reacts violently to human touch. [more inside]
How to start exercise and other daily routines when severely fatigued and depressed?
How to start exercise and other daily routines when super fatigued, sleepy, spacey, sad, but otherwise "healthy"? [more inside]
Video montage of Portland Oregon houses
I'm looking for a cool video that came out a couple years ago featuring hundreds (if not thousands) of still photos of Portland Oregon house fronts, played very quickly in succession.
Next up: how can I, at 5' tall, put up wallpaper without suffering a nervous breakdown?
Bought a house, hence the DecorateMyBedroomFilter! DYI: how do I put up a curtain rod for a window whose corner meets a slanted ceiling? Décor: what kind of wallpaper should I put up on a single accent wall of my otherwise very white and neutrally furnished bedroom? [more inside]
posted by halogen at 2:50 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by halogen at 2:50 PM PST - 9 comments
Famous/iconic characters from songs?
Help me compile a list of names of iconic fictional characters from popular songs. For example Jimmy Mack, Jumpin' Jack Flash, Maggie May, Absolutely Sweet Marie, Johnny B Goode. [more inside]
Help me find my optimum midnight snacks!
Help! I need suggestions for smallish, easy snacks that are high in protein, calories, and fiber, while not too high in fat or sodium. [more inside]
posted by Sidhedevil at 2:28 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Sidhedevil at 2:28 PM PST - 21 comments
I want my M.L.B.
I'm not optimistic, but I would like to legally watch my home team play live baseball from my couch without paying for cable (cancelled cable 6 months ago.) MLB.TV apparently only provides access to out-of-market games (unless my home team is playing and then those are blacked out too.) [more inside]
posted by Jacob G at 2:24 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Jacob G at 2:24 PM PST - 18 comments
Gaining weight in a healthy way
How can I gain weight with a sensitive gut? [more inside]
The art film version of Office Space?
Name that movie: I'm remembering an indie film from a few years ago. It featured men in suits in an office building, very atmospheric, and there was dance. [more inside]
Is there a way to dump the results of a file search in Windows 7 into a text file or spreadsheet?
Is there a way to dump the results of a file search in Windows 7 into a text file or spreadsheet? [more inside]
posted by chudmonkey at 2:06 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by chudmonkey at 2:06 PM PST - 9 comments
Way too much thinking about backpack morality
After almost a decade of hard work and loyalty, I have decided to retire my old hiking daypack. Today I went out and bought a new one, but can't decide whether or not to move the patches from the old one to the new one. [more inside]
Prepaid SIM cards in NY
Prepaid smartphone SIMs? My wife and I are visiting NYC for 10 days, need to be connected, and don't want to use our European roaming plans (been there, paid through the nose.) Can you recommend SIM cards for our unlocked Android phones that will work for a few phone calls and a bunch of data? [more inside]
UKTVFilter: Help fix my freeview!
UK TV filter: Please Help me fix my TV antenna signal. I've recently moved into a new shared flat & am trying to get our TV to work. In the bedrooms there are regular tv aerial sockets on the wall, but there is no signal to any of them. In the lounge, there looks is a panel with three satellite plugs (picture link) which has an old Sky box connected. We would like to use freeview, but it looks like there is no antenna plug in the lounge, and no signal in the bedroom sockets. The sky box does however seem to get a satellite signal from its plug on the wall, but none of the others will give a freeview signal (or are the wrong kind of socket). [more inside]
I've built it. They're coming. What next?
I've started a subject-specific blog and it's going well. What should I be doing to continue building an audience? What timeline is normal for a blog? What should I reading about strategy or expectations? [more inside]
posted by carbide at 1:29 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by carbide at 1:29 PM PST - 10 comments
Google-fu Fail
I recently read a pretty interesting book review of a book that asserts people make decisions based on their own social morality, not logic, reason or education. But now I can't find said book review or remember where I read it. Help, hivemind!
posted by bearwife at 1:25 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by bearwife at 1:25 PM PST - 6 comments
Can you help me identify these plants?
Plant ID-Filter: I'm having trouble identifying these plants from Crystal Cove state park in Orange County, California. Any native plant specialists able to lend me a hand?
posted by BuddhaInABucket at 1:20 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by BuddhaInABucket at 1:20 PM PST - 14 comments
Helping my brother help himself.
Asking for my 25-year-old brother: do you know of free or cheap mental health resources in Houston? Or a great therapist with a sliding scale?
I'm doing the requisite googling, but just in case I miss something ... Thank you so much!
envious of other other people's lives
When dealing with depression and struggling to make it through the day, how do you keep from being envious of other people's seemingly exciting lives? [more inside]
Are college/high school students rebooting their Facebook accounts when they look for jobs?
Has anyone rebooted their Facebook account? Do high school and college students delete, then restart, their Facebook accounts when they start looking for jobs? [more inside]
Tooth Care
Please help me brush my teeth more regularly. I have a lot of shame about this issue, so please be gentle. [more inside]
posted by Why hello, I am a sock puppet at 12:53 PM PST - 68 comments
posted by Why hello, I am a sock puppet at 12:53 PM PST - 68 comments
It's so nice to meet...where was I again?
How can I learn to stay focused while talking (and listening) on the phone, particularly in professional contexts? [more inside]
posted by brackish.line at 12:46 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by brackish.line at 12:46 PM PST - 6 comments
Consider this my application for the Programs Coordinator.... Oh, that's not what you're hiring for?
Have I completely screwed myself out of this job or is there hope for me yet? [more inside]
posted by CookieNose at 12:36 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by CookieNose at 12:36 PM PST - 11 comments
Best reusable product packaging?
I realized recently that I purchase a certain brand of tomato sauce because underneath the label lies a very attractive mason jar. Do you have products that you buy almost as much for the reusability of their packaging as the product itself? The Altoids tin would be another example.
3..2..1.. Blog name!
What would be a good name for a blog/site about the Apollo space program? [more inside]
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 12:18 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 12:18 PM PST - 36 comments
When does introversion become unhealthy?
Is there something wrong with my husband with regard to his introversion? [more inside]
Send me dress shopping in NYC
Dress shopping in NYC: if I only want to spend $40-$100 on dresses, where should I be shopping in Manhattan and Brooklyn? [more inside]
posted by zoomorphic at 12:00 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by zoomorphic at 12:00 PM PST - 13 comments
Who delivers to my house?
How do I find out which local restaurants will deliver to my address? [more inside]
posted by tckma at 11:59 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by tckma at 11:59 AM PST - 13 comments
Bum me up, Scotty.
Video games with bummer endings? [more inside]
Artsy people: what would you tell your 17-year-old self?
What advice would you give to a 17-year-old young man who wants a creative career? [more inside]
microwaved
How do you know when it's time for a new microwave? [more inside]
posted by gerryblog at 11:32 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by gerryblog at 11:32 AM PST - 14 comments
Sleep No More tips & tricks
Sleep No More filter: Had an amazing experience last month, seeing the show again on Saturday. Interested in any and all tips, tricks, suggestions, guides, etc. to get the most out of a repeat visit. That includes recommended reading beforehand and places to visit/things to try during the show. "Spoilers" are totally fine and in fact welcome. Thanks!
C'mon, let's move it!
I'd love your recommendations for some upbeat, happy, dance/electronic music (probably from Europe), based on a couple of tracks inside. [more inside]
Do comfortable contact lenses exist?
What are the most comfortable soft, disposable contact lenses out there? [more inside]
Seeking Debussy-like piano pieces and arrangements.
Can you help me make a setlist of piano pieces that I can play at restaurants? [more inside]
posted by costanza at 10:59 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by costanza at 10:59 AM PST - 14 comments
the simplest wiki
What's the simplest wiki software out there? [more inside]
Am I subconsciously trying to destroy my LTR?
Am I subconsciously trying to destroy my LTR? (Long) [more inside]
How can we afford to have children?
Please help me understand how to make our home economics work: we want to have children, but I don't see how we can afford to. [more inside]
Should I try to write a novel? If so, what do I do next?
I am very, very casually toying with the idea of writing an urban fantasy style novel. [more inside]
facebook event calendar, One Day on Earth edition
I am looking for recommendations on an event calendar application for fb. I need to display a series of events on my fb organization page; however, all of the events are on the same day in different locations throughout the world. Can you recommend an fb app which will allow me to display these events on my film/organization page. Thanks for your time. -Roger [more inside]
posted by Roger_Mexico at 10:21 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Roger_Mexico at 10:21 AM PST - 2 comments
Where should we stay? Anaheim edition.
Where should we stay? Anaheim edition. [more inside]
Reconciling feminism and submission
How have you (or have you not) reconciled your feminism with an unexpected and expanding sense of submission, which is not limited to the merely or nearly sexual? [more inside]
Me : Extrovert. She : Introvert. Can this relationship survive? Should it?
Me : Extrovert. She : Introvert. Can this relationship survive? Should it? [more inside]
posted by Sloop John B at 9:42 AM PST - 69 comments
posted by Sloop John B at 9:42 AM PST - 69 comments
How does attending a U.S. Supreme Court oral argument usually work?
How does attending a U.S. Supreme Court oral argument usually work? [more inside]
posted by ochenk at 9:32 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by ochenk at 9:32 AM PST - 12 comments
Looking for a fantastic high end cell phone
Help me find the best high end unlocked cell phone that can be used with Tmobile (U.S.) [more inside]
posted by parakeetdog at 9:31 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by parakeetdog at 9:31 AM PST - 7 comments
Bright and modern.
I'm renovating my office, which is currently a monument to 80 years of bad decor. Help me modernize and brighten. Overview. Many details within. [more inside]
posted by zvs at 9:01 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by zvs at 9:01 AM PST - 15 comments
Best resources to learn (or relearn) economics and public policy?
I'd like to relearn the fundamentals of economics and public policy. Where should I look for books, videos, and other materials on these topics? [more inside]
posted by wingless_angel at 8:56 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by wingless_angel at 8:56 AM PST - 5 comments
Help me say goodbye to New York.
You've lived in New York/Brooklyn your whole life. You're moving to Southern California in three months. You have a lot of free time. (No car, but access to Zipcar.) You realize you won't be back in New York for a long time. You're making a list of everything you want to do before you go - places you want to visit, things you want to see, things you want to eat. What's on your list? [more inside]
posted by blackcatcuriouser at 8:44 AM PST - 45 comments
posted by blackcatcuriouser at 8:44 AM PST - 45 comments
I want to hire your favorite home repair/upkeep people.
Spring cleaning/maintenance recommendations, please! I want to hear about companies you've hired and been really happy with in Toronto. Detailed list of services desired inside. [more inside]
posted by lizifer at 8:42 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by lizifer at 8:42 AM PST - 2 comments
I need some heroes.
I'm looking for reading material written by or about political, progressive scientists who had/have productive technical careers as well as being politically active, and who saw/see their research in the context of political activism. [more inside]
How do I use compost tea in my indoor garden?
How can I best use "compost tea" on my potted herbs (and what should I avoid)? [more inside]
posted by AgentRocket at 8:28 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by AgentRocket at 8:28 AM PST - 5 comments
Are there any hotels actually in JFK?
Are there any hotels actually in JFK? If not, what hotel is the closest? [more inside]
posted by Maisie at 8:26 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Maisie at 8:26 AM PST - 8 comments
Looking for a simple picture frame to hold 4 3x5 shots.
I'm looking for a specific picture frame to display school pictures of my four kids. The pictures are 3.5" x 5" portrait oriented. Is there a simple frame out there with spaces for 4 pictures with the same orientation? If not I will need to have a custom mat made but would first like to find something inexpensive.
posted by jacobsee at 8:18 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by jacobsee at 8:18 AM PST - 7 comments
Let's Be Friends, Kinda?
What are some healthy ways to think about, develop, and understand a healthy platonic love with someone of the other sex? Snowflake details below. [more inside]
What does it *mean* for a corporation to evade taxes?
I have a question that I feel stupid asking, but I don't know how more elegantly to put this: what does it *mean* for a corporation to not pay its taxes? What exact taxes are being bailed on? [more inside]
Help my use my Master's degree for good, not evil.
[Career change filter, humanities edition] How can I best market my skills when I have very little experience? [more inside]
Other than stocking up on spray tan and big hair, what else do I need to know?
I'm moving to New Jersey! Unfortunately, I'm a 22-year-old midwesterner who's pretty clueless about New Jersey. I'm going to grad school in Madison, but am not sure where to live. Snowflakey details inside. [more inside]
posted by naturalog at 7:34 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by naturalog at 7:34 AM PST - 12 comments
Ouch!
Walking is making my back hurt. What am I doing wrong? [more inside]
posted by chara at 7:17 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by chara at 7:17 AM PST - 17 comments
Why do the guys want to go so fast lately?
[sex filter] Rhythm issues . . . Um . . . Am I . . . loose? Dimensionally, I mean. NSFW, more inside. [more inside]
How to deal with a pot-intolerant roommate?
My roommate is going to try to kick me out of the apartment for breaching one of his rules twice. I am struggling with communicating how sorry I am and how much I would like to stay. [more inside]
Cubicle Flair
I have started a new job at a established internet startup. Decorating your cube is a big deal around here. I need ideas for something cool. As I am a project manager, I would like to have something somewhat professional but also creative / aesthetic pleasing. Any ideas for cube flair? Any cool cubes you have seen that aren't over the top? Help me have the coolest cube ever!!!
Please recommend a unique house plant
I am looking for a recommendation of a unique house plant/tree, and where to buy it. [more inside]
posted by 2legit2quit at 6:46 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by 2legit2quit at 6:46 AM PST - 10 comments
Looking for Movie Scenes Shot in a Booth
Hi all! I'm in a film production class and I have to shoot an intimate scene set in a restaurant booth.
Frankly, I'm having problems figuring out how to stage everything, so I'd like to take a look at some similar movie scenes. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to find any. YouTube has been no help (maybe I'm not searching properly).
Can anyone suggest some specific movies with scenes set in a bar or restaurant booth? I'd prefer something film noir-ish but I'll take any suggestions.
Thanks!
Update my haircut
I have a boyish haircut, and I want to mature it up a bit. How should I style it, and what should I tell my haircutter? [more inside]
Gambling in Macau on the cheap?
I'm going to Macau and I'd like to see a few casinos and gamble a bit, but I'm also a poor student. What are the best games for me to play to get the most time and fun for my money, or to have the best odds of winning (impossible, I know)?
I want to smell better
I have extremely poor hygiene. I smell bad, and I want to change. [more inside]
Translation quickie - Korean
Translation quickie (Korean): I have a cute card; I'd like to know what it says before I do anything embarassing with it. Please & thanks.
posted by whatzit at 3:37 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by whatzit at 3:37 AM PST - 3 comments
Fuss-free bouquet to Tokyo?
What happens when flowers are delivered to private houses in Tokyo? [more inside]
posted by runincircles at 2:17 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by runincircles at 2:17 AM PST - 2 comments
Dealing with a suicide
My brother shot himself to death last night. I feel numb. My therapist is out of pocket for a week. Things need to happen. Suggestions? [more inside]
March 27
CoCo & Co Way
Other games like "Way" by Coco & Co? [more inside]
How does one become happy?
I feel like my depression and loneliness are growing worse and it's starting to become unmanageable. I could use some help or some advice or something. I'm not doing so well. [more inside]
posted by Modica at 9:35 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by Modica at 9:35 PM PST - 30 comments
Name this cat!
It's time for another edition of Name This Cat! [more inside]
Google Chrome Missing Plugin Problems
Why is google chrome giving me an across-the-board "Missing Plug-in" all of a sudden on literally any video I try to play and many pictures as well? [more inside]
posted by jitterbug perfume at 8:03 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by jitterbug perfume at 8:03 PM PST - 5 comments
AP World History Summer Reading Suggestions
Help me compile a reading list menu for AP World History. Err.. Please? [more inside]
Losingw eight but not seeing any physical results
So I've lost a little over 10 or so pounds in the past 3 weeks. I know its not water weight because it has stayed off. I've been dieting. I was originally 215 or so pounds and now I"m about 205.
The problem is I'm not seeing any physical results as of yet, at least not that I can tell.
Is this normal? I'm a 6'5" male.
Can I cash in a 7-month cheque without an expiry date?
7-month-old cheques - should I ask for a new one or try it with the bank? [more inside]
My boyfriend committed suicide
I left him. Packed up my stuff, and the pets. He was there trying to keep it together even though I could see his pain. He killed himself 10 days later. Everyone is saying it's not my fault and not to blame myself. How? [more inside]
Small Biz, Big Smart Sales Force
How can a small company hire honest, reputable sales people and how much do these mystical people get paid? [more inside]
How much is too much alcohol?
I love my cocktails. Is that bad? [more inside]
The best non-fiction of recent years?
What is considered to be the best non-fiction of recent years? [more inside]
Savory Icecream
Savory icecream recipes? [more inside]
Help me translate from English into English.
I'm traveling this week and tomorrow I am planning on meeting some online friends in person. We firmed up the plans for tomorrow night a little while ago, and in a text, one of the women said she can't stay too long because "her husband has spoken about it." I don't know what this means and I feel awkward asking her to clarify. Is it a religious thing?
posted by crankylex at 5:51 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by crankylex at 5:51 PM PST - 25 comments
How did I lose my common sense and run this red light?
Freaked out like crazy: I ran a red light and put myself and others in very real danger. How did I forget how to drive safely for 10 seconds? [more inside]
hello i am a transperson; should i go to grad school?
Hello. I'm a trans (MtF) person of color. I live in a mid-sized East Coast city. My partner lives in Williamsburg, BK. I got into grad school in the Heartland. Please help! [more inside]
How to buy a Mac laptop on the cheap?
How to buy a Mac laptop on the cheap? And when? [more inside]
tv program predicted rise of electronic books in 1980s
Trying to remember the name of a TV series program that I watched in the late 1980s that in one episode on digital information predicted the rise of the electronic book. There was a male host who led the show, which was an examination of new technologies. In the particular episode I am looking for, he recounted an idea that books in the future would be distributed from something like an ATM machine where you would insert a card onto which the book would be downloaded. If it helps, I remember he stood at some kind of podium during the broadcasts that had like an acrylic/lucite egg-shaped glowing top--random detail, but these are often what jog people's memory.
posted by cmp4Meta at 4:55 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by cmp4Meta at 4:55 PM PST - 4 comments
Can this be done?
Do the strategies in "Why Men Love Bitches" really work? I'm almost at my wits end in the dating scene. I'm not clingy or anything of that sort but I could use a little help in self-preservation. Is there a proper way to use the tactics in the book w/o too much manipulation?
posted by InterestedInKnowing at 4:35 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by InterestedInKnowing at 4:35 PM PST - 32 comments
Where is my iTunes Mad Men episode hiding?
Where is my iTunes Mad Men episode hiding? [more inside]
posted by thebrokenmuse at 4:19 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by thebrokenmuse at 4:19 PM PST - 6 comments
Quitting a new job after 2 months...please hope me!
I just hit the two month mark at my new job. I am miserable, due primarily to doing the work of about 3 people and the company culture (it's a small, family run business, and the two sons who are taking over the company in the next 2 years ran down the public hallway cursing each other out and hitting one another yesterday, to the point that one of them left with his face bleeding and we had to talk a tenant down the hall out of calling the cops). I've decided to leave, despite not having another job lined up. a) What's the best way to do this, and b) How do I spin it to potential employers? [more inside]
ISO Web Gurus for Charity
Can you name some digital marketing sales and marketing gurus in the non-profit, charity, NGO worlds? [more inside]
Where can I find summer research opportunities?
I'm a post-bacc pre-med student, and I'm trying to find a research position (paid, unpaid, whatever) for this summer so I can start to get some research experience. My school's listings for research positions in medicine-related fields (or even basic science) are really not useful, nor is the pre-med advising office. Where can I find listings for such positions? Who else should I talk to?
posted by ocherdraco at 3:33 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by ocherdraco at 3:33 PM PST - 15 comments
I can't sleep. Also, I can't wake up!
I think I have delayed sleep phase disorder.
Recently I found an online questionnaire that asked questions about your natural preferred wake and sleep times, along with the times necessary to fit into your actual life schedule. It would then calculate what time you should expose yourself to very bright light, and for what periods of time in order to shift your wake and sleep patterns. I cannot find it now that I really need to change my schedule. Anyone have any idea where I could find this site again?
posted by mmf at 3:26 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by mmf at 3:26 PM PST - 3 comments
Sanders Theatre
Who is Sanders Theatre in Cambridge Mass. named for?
preferred beans for cold brewed coffee
Are there coffee beans specifically made for cold brewing/extraction? are certain roasts/geographies better for cold brewing? Or, is it really just trial and error and finding what you personally like? [more inside]
When did I install this copy of Mac OS X?
Is there a reliable way to determine exactly on what date I first installed a copy of Mac OS X? [more inside]
posted by melorama at 2:45 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by melorama at 2:45 PM PST - 3 comments
Eye on the prize.
How to get back into a productive headspace after business legal issues. [more inside]
What is this weird pod thing?
What is this weird fruit thing growing in my backyard? [more inside]
posted by supercrayon at 2:27 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by supercrayon at 2:27 PM PST - 19 comments
Out came the sun and dried up all my ego
Help me find sunglasses that won't make me look like I'm trying really hard [more inside]
posted by taltalim at 2:25 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by taltalim at 2:25 PM PST - 15 comments
A book to help us read the Book of Books
Could anyone suggest a book or other resources with a Bible study plan for a mostly secular Bible study group? [more inside]
posted by chrchr at 2:23 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by chrchr at 2:23 PM PST - 14 comments
How do I keep therapy from killing us so it can make us stronger?
How can I keep couples therapy from ruining my relationship? [more inside]
Trying to replace three-way switched grounded light fixture with ungrounded fixture
Want to install an ungrounded hanging light fixture in place of an existing grounded flush-mount dome light. Controlled with existing three-way switches. [more inside]
SolarPoweredApartmentFilter: Still no cost effective non-permanent solar installation for my balcony?
SolarPowerFilter2012: Is there a currently available somewhat affordable solar power rig of any worthwhile kind I could use to take advantage of my westerly facing, blasted-by-the-sun-for-7+-hours-a-day-rented-apartment balcony? [more inside]
Worlds strangest festivals
Germany has the Oktoberfest, Brazil has the Rio carnival. What are the lesser known, strange and fun festivals around the world? [more inside]
This or That?
How does one "choose" between the hypothetical wishes of a long time friend and the feelings of a fiancee? [more inside]
posted by Debaser626 at 12:51 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by Debaser626 at 12:51 PM PST - 34 comments
How to support my partner in a time of fear?
[family support question] my partner's mom is sick. multiple autoimmune conditions, potentially cancer now. how can i best support my partner (on multiple levels)? [more inside]
I'm not Isa Chandra, but I have to pretend to be as good as her for a few weeks!
I volunteered to teach a vegan cooking class in April. Only I have never taught a class before. Hope me! [more inside]
posted by Kitteh at 12:36 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Kitteh at 12:36 PM PST - 10 comments
SHE'S LIKE THE WIND, IF THE WIND WAS ONLY ON THE ROADS NEAR THE POTOMAC
What should I write on a giant sign to cheer on my friends during a 10 mile race this weekend? [more inside]
posted by troika at 12:26 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by troika at 12:26 PM PST - 34 comments
I would prefer not to look like an extra in Working Girl
Over the last 4 months, I swapped out the driving part of my commute for walking. I walk about 4 miles round trip. This is great, but my beloved heels are all gathering dust in my closet. I would like to do the shoe swap out at work, but I really dislike the look of running shoes and dresses clearly designed for heels. Where can I get cute shoes for this purpose or am I resigned to running shoes?
posted by Nimmie Amee at 12:11 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by Nimmie Amee at 12:11 PM PST - 30 comments
ISO: Reasonably priced, well fitting suit
I have to attend a wedding at the end of April. Upon taking my suit out of storage at my parent's house, and finding a hole eaten through the shoulder, I no longer have a suit. I'm looking at this suit from Indochino, but was curious if there'd be anything at cost or cheaper in the DC area, and any general advice when ordering from Indochino. [more inside]
To jailbreak or not?
To jailbreak it not- worth it?
I have a 4s, and it's been a couple of years since I've jailbroken an iPhone. What are the drawbacks/Bennifits these days? I know this has been asked before, but these things change quickly, and I think it's worth asking again.
posted by letstrythis at 11:47 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by letstrythis at 11:47 AM PST - 14 comments
Sending a resume to the VP of sales. Help!
My friend works at a video game developer/publisher and said he'd pass my resume to his boss, who is the VP of sales. Help! [more inside]
For those playing along at home, I'll be living alone next time.
I need some help navigating a sticky parting-from-roommate situation. (Apologies: LONG) [more inside]
posted by phunniemee at 11:31 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by phunniemee at 11:31 AM PST - 14 comments
Is it okay to defer?
If I take a economic hardship deferment for my federal student loans, will that make it harder for me to get student loans in the future? [more inside]
posted by overglow at 11:16 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by overglow at 11:16 AM PST - 5 comments
You "like" this but what do you really think?
Are email lists for group discussion dead? If you were starting a new group -- for networking or to talk about a local issue -- what would you use to bring people together online? [more inside]
Blog me
I want to read more NYC-specific blogs. Lay 'em on me. [more inside]
And it was at that age, Poetry arrived in search of me
I want to start writing creatively, and am thinking of participating in NaNoWriMo this year. How do I get started? [more inside]
posted by I am the Walrus at 11:01 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by I am the Walrus at 11:01 AM PST - 12 comments
The new doctype is only interesting if you know what a doctype is
I'm looking for an HTML5/CSS3 tutorial geared for complete beginners who have never built a single web page before. [more inside]
From Developer to Designer
My background is in Web Development, but I just took a "User Interface" Developer position. What are some good resources to help me move from the world of code to the world UI? [more inside]
How to tell colleagues that they're bad multitaskers?
How do I broach to colleagues that I can tell they're (poorly) multitasking? [more inside]
Can I get MassHealth as a FT grad student with a small income?
I'm a full-time graduate student & MA resident about to turn 26 in August and lose my parent's health insurance. My school offers health insurance, but it costs $3000 for the year, which I cannot afford. I have looked into applying for MassHealth but it seems like I am not guaranteed to be approved since I do have coverage available from my school. [more inside]
DARK GREY UNDERSHIRT???
I'd like to buy a bunch of dark grey undershirts. I can't find any. [more inside]
posted by Patbon at 10:28 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by Patbon at 10:28 AM PST - 21 comments
Cross-country move
Give me your advice for renting (for one person) in the nyc area. [more inside]
Where to live in New York
Another Brooklyn (or maybe Queens) neighborhoods question. [more inside]
Recommend me some gardening books
For the first time in my life I have a garden! What books should I read to take me from gardening ignorance to green-fingered? Both the garden and I are in the UK.
posted by xchmp at 9:18 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by xchmp at 9:18 AM PST - 10 comments
I need slow goth songs for a slow jam at a goth-themed wedding.
I am looking for Goth slow songs. [more inside]
Grant me some solitude
Grant writing: is this a good career for an introvert? [more inside]
How can I keep my child free friends in my life when I decide to have a child?
How can I keep my child free friends in my life when I decide to have a child? [more inside]
Family fun in Barcelona?
Looking for a family friendly resort within a few hours of Barcelona [more inside]
Need the name of a fashion label with a picture of a running dog?
Looking for a fashion label with a picture of a running dog (or similar looking animal) in it's logo - not Puma. [more inside]
By the time we get to Phoenix, we'll be hungry
I'm coming to Phoenix next week with the family. We have all our activities planned, but where should we eat? I want to avoid national chains at all costs. We're staying in Mesa, but we'll have a car.
I want a semi-private cabin on a lake with mountains in eastern Europe. Where do I go?
I want a semi-private cabin on a lake with mountains in eastern Europe. Where do I go? [more inside]
Very Localized Water Retention?...
Does PMS exacerbate injury-related swelling, or am I a freak of nature? [more inside]
Netbook / Ultrabook Recommendations?
I'd like to replace my 2 or 3 year-old Acer 12-inch netbook with something that has more horsepower. But I still want something that's small and light with at least 6 hours of battery life. I also want a netbook or laptop that's sturdy and doesn't get hot or have a loud fan. It looks like the Acer Aspire S3 Ultrabook meets my needs and it gets very good reviews. Although I'm nervous about it having only a 3-cell battery. I also like the specs for Lenovo's $750 Thinkpad Edge e220s but there are no customer reviews for it on Newegg or Amazon. I'd like your input and to know if I've overlooked any other good choices. I'd rather spend $500 than $800, but I might be willing to pay even more for a truly great machine. [more inside]
Blank-librarians
Has anyone come across a Really Big List of [Author-/Poet-/Filmmaker-/Artist-/Musician-] Librarians? [more inside]
Help a noob out.
Programming challenge: pull XML data with an HTTP GET, process and/or lightly transform it, and output a csv file. Please help me figure this out in Java or tell me what other language to use. [more inside]
posted by Aizkolari at 6:59 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by Aizkolari at 6:59 AM PST - 19 comments
Make history interesting!
What are the Sarah Vowell/Mary Roach/John Ronson books of world history? [more inside]
posted by whodatninja at 6:49 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by whodatninja at 6:49 AM PST - 19 comments
Looking for a French singer from the 90s (long shot, I know)
I was in Paris in April of '96 and kept hearing her song everywhere but never got a chance to pick up the album, which I assume had just been released. It's a solo artist (I'm pretty sure), slow, acoustic guitar, and the video had her sitting in an empty derelict apartment while people peered in through the peephole. I've tried everything I could to find it but gave up until I discovered Mefi. If you have any ideas, I'd love to hear from you. [more inside]
YAYA (yet another young adult) Fiction ID
Please help me identify this young adult novel (comatose teen explores afterlife with long-dead caveman). [more inside]
A forum for secrets, sex and shite
What's the best way to set up a chat forum for a party? [more inside]
Help me spin this.
I quit my last job due to poor management. I know that interviewers don't want to hear an applicant speak negatively about former employers. Help me spin this. [more inside]
posted by ThisKindNepenthe at 5:29 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by ThisKindNepenthe at 5:29 AM PST - 12 comments
Where should I live in south Brooklyn?
Brooklyn apartment hunting: Tell me about Bensonhurst/ Dyker Heights/ Midwood! [more inside]
posted by Jeanne at 5:10 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Jeanne at 5:10 AM PST - 13 comments
I do not want to see your friends's naked flesh, thanks.
Is there any way, from my end, to stop photos of people I don't know from showing up in my Facebook feed when friends like or comment on them? [more inside]
posted by not that girl at 4:41 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by not that girl at 4:41 AM PST - 12 comments
September in Seoul?
Talk to me. Don't be afraid to be long-winded. I welcome oversharers. I've done reams of research on teaching in South Korea, but I still have lots of questions. And the only people I really trust to answer them are you. Spill, please. What's your Korean story? [more inside]
Derivative Investment
What are the limitations of making artwork from scans of currency? [more inside]
posted by Goofyy at 1:10 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Goofyy at 1:10 AM PST - 4 comments
"30 minutes away..."
Are there any mapping applications that display all regions within a fixed distance from an input point? For example: from a given address in NYC, what are all the places I can get to in 30 minutes, via any combation of walking + public transit? [more inside]
posted by molybdenum at 12:27 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by molybdenum at 12:27 AM PST - 4 comments
March 26
Disconnect personal Facebook?
Facebook filter: A friend and I have a blog that we would like to promote via Facebook, but the deities who run Facebook will not let us disconnect our blog's page from our personal Facebook pages. [more inside]
It's not legal to murder my roommate... right?
Another horrible roommate scenario. I live in a 5 BR house and we're all on separate leases. One of my housemates is particularly nasty towards me and it makes it hard for me to deal with being home. I'm moving out in 2 months and I'd like some tips on how to deal with this in the meantime. [more inside]
posted by DoubleLune at 9:23 PM PST - 44 comments
posted by DoubleLune at 9:23 PM PST - 44 comments
Will my fear of vulnerability doom me to aloneness?
Help me figure things out! I just ended a casual relationship and I'm worried that I will only continue to stop connecting to people due to my deep fear of rejection.
The extended explanation is quite long, but I've been needing to vent to a group of strangers for a while so bear with me while I rant my cerebral crazy. [more inside]
Moving to Johnson City Tennessee
My wife and I will be moving Johnson City, Tennessee in June. After settling in, what should we expect? [more inside]
I'm making a wedding present for my guitar loving brother, but need your awesome feature ideas!
My brother is getting married! I want to make him the most amazing wedding present. He's into guitars, I'm into Arduinos. Suggested features from other guitar people for the best effect box possible? [more inside]
I'm too anxious and tired from overthinking how to do this to go to grad school.
Precedents/ideas for molding agriculture, food/cooking, health, and psychology together into a meaningful, practical career? [more inside]
posted by trampoliningisfun at 8:44 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by trampoliningisfun at 8:44 PM PST - 11 comments
Online banks allowing automatic transfers to other banks?
Are there any online banks that allow recurring automatic transfers to another bank? [more inside]
posted by zazzles at 8:33 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by zazzles at 8:33 PM PST - 18 comments
Looking for authentically historic sailor costumers
Need ideas for historical nautical costumes. Preferably 18th Century British sailors. I don't need to go as the captain or someone important. In fact it's kind of better I don't. Also where does one go about finding such costumes? [more inside]
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Wash
Long wash times and wet clothes with a Samsung front-loading washing machine -- please help! [more inside]
The 2000s music genre invention list
Music genre history question: What music genres (popular or otherwise) were invented in the 2000s? A friend claims none but that can't be right, can it?
Stylish but comfortable
What to do in Richmond VA?
What to do in Richmond VA? I'm in town next week and I just found out that the Flying Squirrels' opening day is still two weeks away---so no baseball for me--any recommendations for fun in the general Richmond area? I have a car at my disposal and would have loved to see a minor league baseball game. Looking for interesting things to see [or eat] during the weekdays. Preferably no overnight trips. thanks!
posted by calgirl at 8:03 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by calgirl at 8:03 PM PST - 27 comments
Help my SO and I solve this intricate PhD two-body problem.
Help my SO and I solve this intricate PhD two-body problem. Options galore! [more inside]
posted by kuju at 7:46 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by kuju at 7:46 PM PST - 35 comments
How should I deal with being misgendered in a professional situation?
I'm an academic who officially gender transitioned about three years ago, and am fortunate enough in my appearance that strangers now almost always refer to me as "he" or "sir." Yet some colleagues consistently misgender me, which can be quite awkward in professional contexts. How ought I respond? [more inside]
We gon' make a what?
Englishman-doing-Jamaican-accent-LyricFilter: What is Rednek saying in the first verse of this song? [more inside]
posted by Edogy at 7:10 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Edogy at 7:10 PM PST - 7 comments
Music podcast with eclectic selection?
I like to listen to a wide variety of music: classical, rock, jazz, instrumental metal, folk, video game, rap — whatever catches my ear. I also like listening to podcasts. Unfortunately, most of the music podcasts I've seen only cover music in a single genre, often with an emphasis on newer music. I'd like to find a podcast that a) spans genres and eras in a single show, and b) isn't afraid to play popular music. Does such a podcast exist? Super bonus points if there's some commentary about history and context, so that I can learn something while I listen. [more inside]
Tuning out the family
I need help dealing with hateful relatives. [more inside]
Are Crest White Strips worth it?
Are Crest White Strips worth trying out? [more inside]
posted by mtphoto at 6:52 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by mtphoto at 6:52 PM PST - 18 comments
HR from potential (new) employer is asking for 1) references 2) salary history. This is post interview which took place nearly 2wks ago.
HR from potential (new) employer is asking for 1) references 2) salary history. This is post interview which took place nearly 2wks ago. [more inside]
The seven habits of highly attractive people
You are a well-dressed person. You put effort into your appearance and you always look good. What are some of the things you do regularly to achieve this? [more inside]
How can I replace this awesome bowl from Anthropologie?
I loved this bowl, and then it broke. I will be disproportionately sad if I can't replace it. But how? [more inside]
posted by goodbyewaffles at 6:34 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by goodbyewaffles at 6:34 PM PST - 9 comments
Photoshop thinks there is only brown ink in Europe?
Euroscale vs Eurostandard CMYK in Photoshop? [more inside]
word up
I want to have some sort of easily-editable text box floating on the top level of whatever I'm doing in Windows. Think, like, a sticky note or a ticker. [more inside]
posted by threeants at 5:41 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by threeants at 5:41 PM PST - 3 comments
Where in Montmartre (Paris) did Maurice Utrillo stand when he painted this view of the "Maquis"?
My late grandfather painted an interpretation of one of Maurice Utrillo's depictions of the "Maquis" of Montmartre, in Utrillo's time a very poor area of the well-known Paris neighbourhood. Which Utrillo work did my granddad use as a blueprint, and where exactly was Utrillo's vantage point? [more inside]
posted by goodnewsfortheinsane at 5:35 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by goodnewsfortheinsane at 5:35 PM PST - 13 comments
creepy, nerdy, foodie bed and breakfast near NYC!
Looking for a Bed and Breakfast near NYC for a nerdy, foodie, book and music loving couple's last huzzah before she leaves! [more inside]
Canned healthy dog food chunky
Need healthy canned dog food for a finicky dog, must be chunky form in gravy. I have tried to feed her premium canned food in the pate (ground) form and she will not eat it. Need recommendations for dog food please.
What can I do to get back to restful and uninterrupted sleep?
Why do I keep waking up in the middle of the night? [more inside]
Doppler for waves?
For all you nautical types: what kind of instruments on a large ship could detect if a rogue wave were headed your way? [more inside]
posted by np312 at 4:53 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by np312 at 4:53 PM PST - 18 comments
What's a great restaurant near the Hyatt at Penns Landing?
What's a great restaurant within walking distance of the Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penn's Landing? [more inside]
Why is this cake different from other cakes?
What gluten-free option do I replace matzo meal with in a cake? [more inside]
posted by jeather at 4:43 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by jeather at 4:43 PM PST - 6 comments
This relationship is so puzzling.
Is it time for a dtr (define the relationship) talk? Is it too soon? How would I go about doing this? [more inside]
posted by StrictlyVague at 4:30 PM PST - 45 comments
posted by StrictlyVague at 4:30 PM PST - 45 comments
Books about the beginning needed.
I saw Cave Of Forgotten Dreams and loved it. Now I want to read more about early human history. Please recommend some good books on the beginnings of human art in particular and the emergence of human society and the beginnings of conciousness in general. I'm not a scientist and I'm not looking for a textbook, but I'm not afraid of a challenging read, either.
posted by vibrotronica at 4:23 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by vibrotronica at 4:23 PM PST - 16 comments
What's this 1966 Chevy vehicle called?
What is this vehicle called? I'd like to find out more about it, but I'm not sure of the model name (if any) or even what to call the type. 1966 Chevrolet delivery-type truckish thing. [more inside]
posted by attercoppe at 4:21 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by attercoppe at 4:21 PM PST - 4 comments
mawwage
Driving without a (copy of my) driver's license
I'm taking a road trip from New Mexico to Washington state tonight and tomorrow. Although I am officially licensed to drive by the state of Colorado, I don't have a physical copy of my driver's license. What are the dangers of driving without a copy of my license, and how can I minimize them? [more inside]
High quality woodworking videos?
Please recommend me more high quality woodworking video content! [more inside]
posted by fonzie at 3:56 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by fonzie at 3:56 PM PST - 7 comments
How to get over affair with a guy I don't even like but feel like I "loved" or at least obsessed over?
I had a workplace affair with a horrible guy. Has anyone had an affair with a "bad" guy who treated them poorly? How do I get over it? [more inside]
Help me get my leather painting fixed.
My wife has this leather painting/art kind of thing which was made by taking a hide of leather and cutting out patterns in it. I think it was then painted a bit. It was made in Thailand originally. The problem is that it got stored somewhere damp and the bottom bit has shrunk, so now it is not rectangular but more rhombussy shaped. (Not a lot, but noticeably).
Is this repairable? I mean, leather stretches right? If so, where would you go to get it fixed? I don't even know what sort of craftsman to ask.
Help me figure out my future.
A bit panicky: What do I do with my life after graduation?
(A question old as time, of course, but one with its own distinct circumstances. My prospects aren't dire - I just don't know what I should be looking to do.) [more inside]
posted by LSK at 2:56 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by LSK at 2:56 PM PST - 11 comments
I can't correct my boss, can I?
My bosses misuse words in very official, very important documents. Can I do anything about this? [more inside]
Teach me how to Wok!
I recently got a wok (I've never owned or cooked on one before). I seasoned per the instructions that came with the wok, but it seems to be looking worse for wear. What am I doing wrong? [more inside]
posted by daboo at 2:46 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by daboo at 2:46 PM PST - 15 comments
Source code for reading?
What Python and PHP source code can I read to become a better programmer? [more inside]
How to get the most bang for my used-car buck?
What should I look for/value in a used car when shopping on a tight budget? [more inside]
Help me defend Dombey & Son against Copperfield.
Looking for a recent article that compared certain books of a few authors with their "more famous siblings"--that is, books by that author that are less well known or less often read. Dickens was one of them; Austen might have been included too. The article might have appeared in Slate, Salon, The Awl or The Hairpin (or somewhere else) but I can't find it!
posted by scratch at 2:03 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by scratch at 2:03 PM PST - 2 comments
Help me buy a custom gaming PC
What are some good, reliable, up-to-date websites that discuss buying and building a budget gaming PC? [more inside]
Where did my DAO go?
Microsoft Access programming problem - what do I have to configure in my database to make use of the DAO object? [more inside]
posted by tdismukes at 1:49 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by tdismukes at 1:49 PM PST - 2 comments
Delete a file that isn't there (Mac file problem)
I have an existential OSX file problem - trying to delete a file that can't be found... After moving a slew of .mv4 files of moves that I've shifted from MBA hard drive to external drive I noted that my laptop memory did not reflect deletion. [more inside]
Chalaw Sabsi and Kadu
Any recommendations on an Afghan cookbook? I love Afghan food and would like to recreate my favorites at home. [more inside]
In my day we ran when we played tag... and we liked it!
I saw some Brooklyn high schoolers outside playing a game that could be described as turn-based freeze tag (and poses that came out of tai chi postures). As the initial setup they stood in a ring of around 8-10, frozen in a pose. At certain points one person would make a wild move (mainly using arms, hands extended flat, sometimes pivoting) and attempt to tag the person next to them out of the ring. They would return to frozen after that, but there may have been a countermove made as well. Eventually there were two people and a winner was found. Any idea what they were playing?
posted by sub-culture at 1:36 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by sub-culture at 1:36 PM PST - 5 comments
Introduce me via books to great modern cities
Which books (fiction or non-fiction) gives a stranger the best impression of what it's genuinely like to live in New York, London, Berlin and Tokyo in modern times? [more inside]
posted by Kirn at 1:23 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by Kirn at 1:23 PM PST - 29 comments
Feed Me
Good (English-language) Chinese cookbooks? [more inside]
posted by Hollywood Upstairs Medical College at 1:10 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Hollywood Upstairs Medical College at 1:10 PM PST - 9 comments
Nobody walks in LA
LA-filter: looking for a place to stay near USC [more inside]
posted by OHenryPacey at 1:06 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by OHenryPacey at 1:06 PM PST - 11 comments
Protean web framework
Is there a web framework/toolset that can handle (consistently) the whole spectrum from static content to full applications? [more inside]
posted by bjrubble at 12:53 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by bjrubble at 12:53 PM PST - 8 comments
Best biography of Jefferson?
Biography recommendations for Thomas Jefferson? [more inside]
Best practices for demos?
Music Nerds! I'm looking for insight into record labels, promotion, sending demos, et cetera.
I play shoegaze-influenced electronic music that falls somewhere between Lush and Boards of Canada (links are in my profile) and am looking for record labels that would be interested in doing a release. More questions follow. [more inside]
posted by dunkadunc at 12:37 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by dunkadunc at 12:37 PM PST - 8 comments
Ping Pong League
Please help me organize a ping pong league. [more inside]
posted by doomtop at 12:32 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by doomtop at 12:32 PM PST - 3 comments
Why don't they teach us how to prep the numbers as well as how to crunch them?
ExcelFilter: How to combine the data from three spreadsheets into one spreadsheet? (But wait, there's more!) [more inside]
posted by smirkette at 12:08 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by smirkette at 12:08 PM PST - 10 comments
Best laid plan gets wrinkled
Headhunter has interrupted my career-change plans, how do I know whether this is an opportunity or a blind alley? [more inside]
Is it even possible for this to be an STD?
YANMD — girly parts and boy parts edition. Is this even possible for STD's? [more inside]
A nigh impossible search
What are some words that are most commonly associated with specific others? [more inside]
posted by Mrmuhnrmuh at 11:56 AM PST - 36 comments
posted by Mrmuhnrmuh at 11:56 AM PST - 36 comments
halp i losted mah bricks
I'm looking for an old(ish) Linux breakout clone. I believe it came installed by default with Redhat (??) and/or KDE. This would be around 10 years ago, give or take. [more inside]
posted by NoraReed at 11:52 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by NoraReed at 11:52 AM PST - 6 comments
surplus savory sauce
What can I do with an extra 1.5 cups of bechamel? [more inside]
posted by Bebo at 11:41 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by Bebo at 11:41 AM PST - 31 comments
Too much Tylenol
A bit too much Tylenol, do I need to be concerned? [more inside]
this backpack will ease my pain
looking for a backpack/briefcase combination (handle on side when carrying horizontally/shoulder strap, or wear on back vertically). Any ideas? Thanks!
The important thing is that there should be 3 ways to carry it (handle on horizontal side; shoulder strap on vertical or horizontal side, and backpacking straps to wear vertically on your back).
After extensive online browsing i've seen backpacks that come close (usually shoulder strap/backpack straps but no side handle).
Mystery print that's now a mystery photograph too
Please help us identify this print (and photograph) from the 1920s. [more inside]
posted by annaramma at 10:57 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by annaramma at 10:57 AM PST - 10 comments
in legal settings: how to keep my cool when dealing with a liar?
In legal settings: how to keep my cool when dealing with a liar? [more inside]
posted by ThiefOfSweets at 10:41 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by ThiefOfSweets at 10:41 AM PST - 33 comments
best paint for metal file cabinets?
I'd like to paint a pair of file cabinets. Any suggestions for the best paint? [more inside]
Old yearbooks: Historical value?
Do old yearbooks (mostly 1930s and 40s) have any historical value? [more inside]
posted by compartment at 10:39 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by compartment at 10:39 AM PST - 10 comments
WYSIWYG up my e-newsletter!
Looking for an e-newsletter template! [more inside]
10k race in 100 days. HELP.
Won a place in the Peachtree Roadrace (10k). Now what? [more inside]
You are a useless piece of garbage
I just saw a guy down the street pull over to the side of the road and throw a bag of trash down the sewer before turning into his driveway. He knows that I saw him do it, but didn't seem to care. This is obviously not ok, but what can I do? [more inside]
Recipe Filter: Carrot Edition.
Recipe Filter: Carrot Edition. Give me your favourite carrot-consuming recipes, stat! [more inside]
I wish I didn't have to make a Rick Santorum reference here
Recommend for me some 100% cotton vests I can wear in the summer time to replace my sweater vests. I'm a guy. [more inside]
posted by Apropos of Something at 9:47 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Apropos of Something at 9:47 AM PST - 3 comments
What sorts of retail stores do you view as healthy and not on a path of decay wrought by the internet?
What sorts of retail stores do you view as healthy and not on a path of decay wrought by the internet? More details inside. [more inside]
Enhancing a photo, CSI-style
My dad recently found this old photo (apologies for the .bmp - that's how it was sent to me), but we've been unable to identify where/when it was taken. There is a kid in the front row holding a chalkboard on which is presumably written the name of the school and year, but it's faded a lot. Does anyone have any suggestions about how I might enhance the text on the chalkboard to make it legible?
posted by chumptastic at 9:35 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by chumptastic at 9:35 AM PST - 19 comments
How to keep a self-published story on Amazon safe?
I'm in the process of formulating a story that would twist a known, beloved children's franchise setting into a violent noir. The eventual goal would be to self-publish an ebook for a few bucks on Amazon, but I'm concerned that the subject matter would get the book pulled due to copyright matters. How does Amazon handle parody and pastiche? [more inside]
How tpo locatea singer's representative or agent
I am trying to help a good cause that books talent once a year for a fund raiser. They would like to try book John Mayer, the singer, if possible, but need an agent to get in touch with; how do I find the person or agency represent this performer?
hip dislocation while asleep or arising.
Is it possible for a older (65 yrs) person to dislocate a hip while asleep? Details inside. [more inside]
Stand down!
What is the URL of that tumblr with pictures of graphic designers working while their bosses look over their shoulders?
posted by whimsicalnymph at 8:59 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by whimsicalnymph at 8:59 AM PST - 1 comment
What causes cheese to squeak on my teeth?
What does "yah soosah" and "yah habibti" mean in Arabic?
My dear Egyptian friend calls me "Yah Soosah" and "Yah Habibti." What does this mean? I'm pretty sure these are terms of endearment, but what do they mean? She said "yah soosah" is an old Egyptian word. Help me figure out the meaning of my new pet names. Thank you!!! : )
posted by thatgirl1985 at 8:17 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by thatgirl1985 at 8:17 AM PST - 14 comments
Return address, nah, that's just for show.
What's the best recourse when USPS loses a package (espicially when things may not actually be their fault)? [more inside]
Air conditioning vent clearance
I have air conditioning vents in the floor at the side of the room. The vents can be angled in different directions. If I put a large dresser against the wall, above a vent, with clearance of a few inches, will it be substantially detrimental to heating/cooling?
ED Girl and Fat Guy - Will it Work?
Maybe be starting a potential relationship with a person I met over the internet. He's funny, sweet, and we have so much in common - the only qualm is that he's pretty overweight. I'm thin and have battled with a life long eating disorder. What should I do? [more inside]
Need a dentist south of Seattle
What is this gif from?
Help me find the source of my favorite animated gif. [more inside]
posted by miskatonic at 7:54 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by miskatonic at 7:54 AM PST - 5 comments
Getting a CAD file on a GPS
Is it possible to install a CAD file into a consumer handheld GPS? [more inside]
Avoiding confusion with superscript/subscript buttons
Is there any convention or other way to make subscript / superscript icons look intuitive? [more inside]
How to get Excel to search multiple files?
How do I get Excel to search through multiple files and extract data into a separate worksheet? [more inside]
posted by panboi at 7:26 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by panboi at 7:26 AM PST - 9 comments
Help me find this electronics/computer magazine from the 1970s based on its cover...
Help me find this electronics/computer magazine from the 1970s based on its cover... [more inside]
disappointment trap
Stuck in an emotional trap- how do I deal with this friendship? [more inside]
What are career options outside of academia for someone with an astronomy Ph.D.?
What are career options outside of academia for someone with an astronomy Ph.D.? [more inside]
ISO Toilet Paper Moistener
Around 4-5 years ago, I attended the Natural Products Expo and received a sample of a product called Aaah Toilet Paper Moistener (photos). The company now has a dead website. Googling has revealed people making fun of their infomercial and reviews circa 2008, but no current product info. Where can I get some more of this stuff or some other toilet-paper-moistening *foam*? [more inside]
Concealer recommendations needed
So they discontinued my go-to concealer, and now I need some suggestions. [more inside]
looking for hair product recommendations.
i'm interested in your recommendations for hair product which is as affordable as possible with a natural-looking and long-lasting hold for a messy quiff/faux hawk hairstyle. [more inside]
posted by austere at 6:15 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by austere at 6:15 AM PST - 5 comments
Is it possible to abandon a UK settlement visa if you move?
Is it possible to abandon your UK settlement visa? [more inside]
posted by caoimhe at 5:43 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by caoimhe at 5:43 AM PST - 2 comments
One word: earphones
I have a lot of weight, eating, and body-image related issues that I am trying my best to overcome. It is going to be a long hard slog. I'm much better than I used to be, but one thing that makes me feel really bad is when colleagues and friends talk about dieting and working out. [more inside]
One .pdf to rule them all?
If I wanted to be the most powerful man in the world, what books would I read to gain the necessary knowledge?
I need to create flowerbeds from scratch
We have a house with exactly zero flowerbeds (or landscaping in general for that matter) and it has no curb appeal whatsoever. THIS SHALL NOT STAND! I have some experience gardening, but creating beds from scratch seems a bit major at first glace. Help me make new flowerbeds, and help me make a good plan for our new beds. [more inside]
Backwards-compatibility
I'm looking for a better way to create a DVD with subtitles, without losing quality from the original DVD. [more inside]
Can my employer see DropBox files on my work computer?
I currently use Google Docs for cloud storage for documents I wanted to work on at home and at lunch, but I've heard good things about DropBox's usability and would like to give it a try. However, I'm concerned about my employer being able to log what I do in DropBox if it's installed on an office computer. Will my employer be able to access my DropBox the same way they can access the rest of my work machine?
Should I take California or Utah to get to Texas?
Oregon to Texas Roadtrip: which is the better route, down through California/AZ/NM or through Utah/NM? [more inside]
posted by mokin at 4:11 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by mokin at 4:11 AM PST - 15 comments
New to the iPhone ... We need some iHelp!
I just bought a second hand iphone 3Gs for my wife due to her old phone missing some texts. What are some great tips/tricks and apps/games we should install on it? [more inside]
March 25
Dog park alternatives in/near Oakland
Looking for enclosed area for dogs to run around in/near Oakland that isn't a dog park. [more inside]
posted by user92371 at 10:47 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by user92371 at 10:47 PM PST - 14 comments
PR, prportfolio
How can I prepare myself for a career in public relations? [more inside]
Affordable humanely-raised dairy, meat and eggs in NYC?
Affordable humanely-raised dairy, meat and eggs in NYC? [more inside]
posted by !Jim at 9:27 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by !Jim at 9:27 PM PST - 12 comments
I want to know everything about life in Ozone Park in the 1930s/1940s
I want to know everything about life in Ozone Park in the 1930s/1940s [more inside]
A friend of mine got her name scraped. Is this bad?
[Privacy filter] A friend of mine is freaking out because her name ended up on some "name list" websites. Should she be scared? [more inside]
Not-so-new-grad RN returning to nursing
[Nursing filter] Not-so-new-grad RN needs advice on returning to nursing after a year of soul-searching. [more inside]
Looking for nuclear protest play...
Help me find this anti-nuclear protest play I saw online at some point in the last two years. [more inside]
How to WWOOF not quite forever?
Six months in the UK sandwiched between continental European travel for an American WWOOFer who'd rather not get visas if she can possibly avoid it. Your tips? [more inside]
At what point do I stop watching the TV show Sliders?
I'm watching the TV show Sliders. At what point do you recommend that I stop watching Sliders? [more inside]
posted by jenfullmoon at 7:35 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by jenfullmoon at 7:35 PM PST - 15 comments
What can I do about observed unsafe work conditions?
How can I report what I think are unsafe work conditions at a construction site near my house? Who should I be talking to, the developer? OSHA? [more inside]
Family data backup?
Family data backup: what is the best external HD and how do I set it up? [more inside]
What does it mean for an argument to be coherent?
What does it mean for an argument to be coherent? [more inside]
posted by polymodus at 7:02 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by polymodus at 7:02 PM PST - 20 comments
Should I drop my profitable, very low maintenance, but unfulfilling online business, in order to get a full time job?
Should I drop my profitable, very low maintenance, but unfulfilling online business, in order to get a full time job? [more inside]
Help find a pink dolphin!
I'd like to find a twin to a beloved lost toddler toy! [more inside]
Recipe for Legal Seafood's Rhode Island red clam chowder?
Do you have the recipe for Legal Seafood's Rhode Island red clam chowder? [more inside]
Why doesn't my new phone like my gmail account?
Any ideas how to get a gmail account to synch on a new Razr 4g phone? [more inside]
posted by dbmcd at 6:16 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by dbmcd at 6:16 PM PST - 5 comments
Who said this?
I'm trying to track down a quote that goes something like "It takes an excellent taste in highbrow to have an excellent taste in lowbrow." Who said this and what is the correct quote? I think it was maybe said by Groucho Marx or Mel Brooks.
posted by prunes at 6:06 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by prunes at 6:06 PM PST - 3 comments
Help me get my sexy back.
Help me deal with depression/stress-related weight loss and the resulting loss of body image. And how can I healthfully gain it back? [more inside]
You scratch my back, I... hate everything you stand for?
You have a business. One of your customers has a business. He wants to cross-promote, co-produce events, etc. He subscribes to the "there's a sucker born every minute" business model, charging way too much for crap. He could bring you lots of new customers, but you don't want to give him any more "marks." How do you proceed? Or do you?
posted by thrasher at 5:04 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by thrasher at 5:04 PM PST - 16 comments
How to stand out in an interview?
How can I stand out in an interview among tens of other equally-qualified candidates? [more inside]
Tips for printing and selling calendars?
How can I help my friend print and market a wall calendar of her art? [more inside]
Audio interviews
Recommend me some audio interviews like NPR's interviews. [more inside]
posted by bluelight at 4:52 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by bluelight at 4:52 PM PST - 12 comments
Give me tips to shop for used pots and pans.
Give me tips to shop for used pots and pans. [more inside]
Ferris does not have what we consider to be an exemplary attendance record
Looking for an object that will move just frequently enough to continually trigger a motion sensor. [more inside]
What idiopathic disorders can present with anemia and thrombocytosis
Unusual disease filter: What idiopathic disorders can present with anemia and thrombocytosis? [more inside]
posted by kisch mokusch at 4:14 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by kisch mokusch at 4:14 PM PST - 6 comments
Where to see the Mad Men premiere in public?
Are there any Oakland (preferred) or San Francisco (if necessary) bars hosting Mad Men viewing parties tonight? No television here, thought it'd be fun to go out to watch the premiere, but my searches are coming up empty.
Help me find an arrangement of two songs
Help me locate an arrangement combining two Vernon Duke songs - April in Paris (1932) and Autumn in New York (1934). I heard it performed once (I think around 2004-2006) at a small venue in New York City, though I can't find a program which would tell me who did the arrangement. [more inside]
a Jewish godfather?
My brother has been asked to become the godfather (is the sponsor of a Jewish child a godfather?) of his old friend's coming baby boy. The friend is not Jewish, but the baby will be Jewish. What are the duties of a Jewish godfather and what gift would be appropriate for him to give to the baby? [more inside]
posted by Jenna Brown at 3:36 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Jenna Brown at 3:36 PM PST - 5 comments
NSFW - Could I have some advice for my first time with gay (homosexual) sex?
What brand/type of dildo should I use to start experimenting with anal penetration? [more inside]
posted by his median eminence at 3:34 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by his median eminence at 3:34 PM PST - 9 comments
Warm running jacket?
Looking for a jacket to run in cold weather [more inside]
Is this a red flag or just a pink one?
Should I be concerned about this minor but weird apparent untruth by my SO, or let it go? [more inside]
posted by Pomo at 3:20 PM PST - 55 comments
posted by Pomo at 3:20 PM PST - 55 comments
I need to recover my self-esteem from a possible STD diagnosis?
I need to recover my self-esteem from a possible STD diagnosis when I'm a vulnerable place? [more inside]
Help me build the quietest gaming desktop system, pro favor.
Help me build the quietest gaming desktop system, pro favor. [more inside]
posted by 6spd at 2:30 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by 6spd at 2:30 PM PST - 11 comments
Am I a normal newbie researcher or a horrible one?
How do you begin academic research? I'm abroad, trying to build connections, but I'm falling apart—what exactly does 'research' entail and how do I go about starting it? Expanded dumb confusion inside. [more inside]
posted by Papagayo at 2:20 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Papagayo at 2:20 PM PST - 13 comments
Who here has their own music publishing company?
Music Publishing company: You register your company name (doing business as, sole proprietor or LLC) with the Secretary of State for your county / state, and pay them a filing fee. You pay for two consecutive notices to appear in a Legal Newspaper. You submit Copyright form SRs to the Copyright Office, and pay fee for each form. Is that about it? [more inside]
Is my bike ruined?
Someone wrecked my bike's frame while it was locked to a bike ring. Is it salvageable, or even safe to ride? Pictures inside. [more inside]
posted by pmv at 2:04 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by pmv at 2:04 PM PST - 16 comments
What should I ask my neurologist about these migraines?
Tomorrow I will be seeing a neurologist about my migraines. What do I need to know/ask/expect? [more inside]
Will weed ever be the same?
Will weed ever be the same? [more inside]
How do I fill my day since I'm out on medical leave?
How do you fill/structure your day when you go from a full-time job to a period of short-term (and possibly long-term) disability? [more inside]
I'm looking for pants that have a similar fit to Bonobos washed chinos (preferably boot-cut) but cost much less than 90 dollars and are available in black. Anybody know any?
I'm looking for pants online that have a similar fit to Bonobos washed chinos (preferably bootcut) but cost much less than 90 dollars and are available in black. Anybody know any? [more inside]
Where to stay in New York for Bachelorette party of 10?
I'm in the process of planning a bachelorette party in New York, and am looking for some hotel recommendations. We'd like to stay in the SoHo/Meat Packing district. There will be a total of 10 of us and I'd like to keep the price around $100 per person, but think people would be comfortable spending a little bit more if necessary. From my research, and the prices I've seen, it looks like this is going to be tricky! What are you hotel recommendations?
Need help with exposed wiring.
Light install went bad. We have a positive negative and ground wire dangling from the wall. Is it safe to turn the breaker back on if we put a wire nut on the end of each wire (separately)? More, does the ground wire need a nut? [more inside]
Is it legal to withdraw online payments without notifying the consumer?
Is it legal for a company to withdraw online payments from my account without notifying me first? [more inside]
What Twitter client is right for me?
I'm looking for a desktop Twitter client for my Windows laptop. It should be able to both manage multiple accounts and let me easily save and edit drafts of tweets. Does this exist? [more inside]
Is this land cheap for a reason?
How do I determine whether to purchase vacant land next to my house? 1/3 of an acre in western Oregon, $15,000, but no utilities. [more inside]
posted by Happydaz at 10:25 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Happydaz at 10:25 AM PST - 18 comments
FT or WSJ ?
Which iPad subscription do you recommend- FT (Financial Times) or WSJ (Wall Street Journal)? [more inside]
posted by manny_calavera at 10:23 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by manny_calavera at 10:23 AM PST - 12 comments
cruelty
Is there anything illegal about being verbally abusive in a triggering way to someone with mental illness? [more inside]
Where's my pencil?
Where's my pencil? I would like to find a .7mm Mechanical Pencil with lead cushioning in a brushed metal barrel - the Staedtler 925 25 would be perfect if it had lead cushioning.
posted by Brent Parker at 9:39 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Brent Parker at 9:39 AM PST - 10 comments
Sewing machine vibrations and Computer hard drives.
Can a mini sewing machine and iMac live happily on the same desk? [more inside]
posted by Faintdreams at 9:08 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Faintdreams at 9:08 AM PST - 4 comments
Why gluten free?
What is the science of a gluten free diet? [more inside]
posted by musofire at 8:10 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by musofire at 8:10 AM PST - 27 comments
Good fences make good neighbors.
Last week I asked about creative hedge fence ideas because our neighbor has a trashy yard. We thought it would be too rude to put up a fence. Well...now we want the fence. What type of fence? Details inside. [more inside]
Culture and groupthink.
Is there a cultural dynamic to groupthink? [more inside]
Tipping and Take-Out
Should I tip when I get take-out (and if so, how much)? How does the process work at the restaurant? [more inside]
Under-appreciated gems
What are some of the best under-appreciated songs, by great artists? [more inside]
What makes modern-day countercultures tick?
I'm looking for a crash-course in modern-day counter-cultures around the world that have come about as a response to a crisis of capitalism or materialism. For example the recent Occupy movement but also more nascent and lesser known ones. [more inside]
How can I avoid period-related accidents?
Help me have leak-free periods please! [more inside]
over and over
Cure for ennui? [more inside]
Kittens, kittens, part 2.
In need of young kitten help and advice please! [more inside]
posted by Trexsock at 6:07 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Trexsock at 6:07 AM PST - 13 comments
what happened in this episode of Waking the Dead?
Please spoil this episode of Waking the Dead for me- who was the bag man? [more inside]
When is it ER time with a gallbladder attack?
How do you know its time to go to the ER with gallbladder issues? Can I wait 24 hours? Please calm my nerves! It's 3:30am, I just had two bouts of loose stool and one episode of throwing up. [more inside]
posted by MultiFaceted at 1:54 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by MultiFaceted at 1:54 AM PST - 22 comments
Has anyone had lip lift surgery?
Has anyone had lip lift surgery? [more inside]
Vespa in Seattle
Hi everyone,
I live in Seattle (Queen Anne to be specific), and I was wondering:
(1) Whether or not a Vespa would be a great investment, better than a car, taking into account the layout of Seattle, for getting around the city, no major trips, and about as frequent as every weekend, maybe twice a week
(2) Coming from NYC and not knowing how to drive, what is the best approach to learning how to drive a Vespa? Is any sort of license required, and where would I go to obtain that license? How long would it take, if I devoted time to learning regularly?
Are there any issues specific to Seattle that I should take into account in taking up this project of learning how to ride and purchasing a Vespa?
Any general commentary about motorized scooters is also greatly appreciated.
Help me disable automatic brightness adjustment on my windows 7 htpc.
I use Windows 7 Media Center to timeshift basketball games and it works fine, except that after a commercial break where there is a bright white commercial, the brightness is shifted down, and the subsequent footage is too dark. This happens at record time but I'm not sure exactly what is causing it or how to disable. My capture card is an ati tv wonder 600 pci.
posted by Manjusri at 12:14 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Manjusri at 12:14 AM PST - 2 comments
March 24
Good city car that fits 2+ car seats?
What's a good car for city living that will allow me to have 2 car seats and room for passengers? [more inside]
What lifts should I do to increase the width (from front and rear) or general diameter of my biceps/arms?
What lifts should I do to increase the width (from front and rear) or general diameter of my biceps/arms? [more inside]
What should I tip on a large food delivery order?
How much are you supposed to tip on giant food delivery order? [more inside]
What is this Japanese thing?
How did wirephoto work?
How did Wirephoto (news wire photo transmission) work ca. 1948 or earlier? Transmission over phone lines of...pixels? Was there error correction? Etc. [more inside]
posted by circular at 10:04 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by circular at 10:04 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me identify the font of the Belly card logo
Help me identify the font of the logo for the Belly card. It can be seen on their website here is it a custom logo design or a font? I feel live I've seen it before. Thanks!
Do I want to pick them up, or punch them?
Why do my arms hurt when I see a cute [human] baby? Is this something other people experience or just some idiosyncrasy of my own weird body? [more inside]
Is it safe to eat greens that were in a hot car?
Should I Eat This? filter: Farmer's market lettuce left in a hot car for (up to) a few hours - is it safe to eat? [more inside]
posted by geeky at 7:13 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by geeky at 7:13 PM PST - 23 comments
Trying to find a (french?) old comedy book
I'm trying to find an old comedy book where the protagonist had to spend a large sum of money in a limited period of time. Somehow things always went wrong and the protagonist found himself with more and more money. Another character was following the protagonist to make sure he was spending the large sum. [more inside]
posted by dfreire at 7:09 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by dfreire at 7:09 PM PST - 5 comments
Bring me your dish, Dali! Find the right dish, AskMe!
One of the few tricks that Dali the dog (obligatory yada yada) knows is bringing her food dish downstairs when it's time for dinner. But we're having trouble finding the right dog-carryable dish. Help? [more inside]
posted by supercres at 6:52 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by supercres at 6:52 PM PST - 8 comments
Running & S****ing
Two weeks today I'm running a half-marathon (my first). The running is not the problem; issues with my digestion and its effects are. How can I deal with running and the need to poop? [more inside]
Help me fix my dildo.
So, on a whim, and thinking it would be fun to offer a variety of size experiences to potential partners, I bought a Vixen Ride On sleeve/extender (NSFW). Slight problem with the mechanics, though. [more inside]
Create a web-survey using javascript.
Advice on using Javascript and JQuery to create a web-survey. [more inside]
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 6:01 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by a womble is an active kind of sloth at 6:01 PM PST - 6 comments
Looking for a very liberal church
A young woman of my acquaintance is looking for a church or possibly other religion. Preferably in or around Milwaukee, WI, but general suggestions are great too. She is looking for one that is gay-friendly, feminist, and sex-positive. What would you recommend?
Should I warn my friend about working with an alleged sexual harasser?
A model friend of mine is due to work with a photographer about whom I've heard unsavoury (sexual harassment of models-related) rumours. She's an experienced pro model so would likely not take that kind of crap, but I wonder whether I should pass on my information to her (it is at best second hand), or whether I should just keep my mouth shut (for fear of spreading vicious rumours that might be unfounded).
FWIW (not much) I have met, and don't particularly like, the photographer in question.
Any advice?
posted by gmb at 5:00 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by gmb at 5:00 PM PST - 11 comments
Boundaries are to protect life, not to limit pleasures.
My group of friends is having trouble with one member and are completely baffled as to how to handle this. [more inside]
posted by buteo at 4:55 PM PST - 55 comments
posted by buteo at 4:55 PM PST - 55 comments
Earthlings are safe
What source says that human beings are the most secure they've been in 200 years? [more inside]
posted by ichomp at 4:09 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by ichomp at 4:09 PM PST - 4 comments
Should she get her ears pierced by an MD, or a 16-year-old minimum wage mall worker?
My 12-year-old wants to get her ears pierced, and I'm wondering about the pros and cons of having it done at a doctor's office versus at the mall. Any advice or experiences from the hive mind comparing these two options would be much appreciated. [more inside]
posted by plantbot at 4:07 PM PST - 67 comments
posted by plantbot at 4:07 PM PST - 67 comments
On The Fence
Should I transfer schools and move far away? [more inside]
posted by lhude sing cuccu at 4:03 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by lhude sing cuccu at 4:03 PM PST - 27 comments
Help my game and my ankle remain friends.
Help me find good court shoes for a guy who plays racquetball, has wide feet, and over pronates. [more inside]
Cabinettlesome
What would be a suitable protective coating for cabinets that were stripped and treated with a combination of orange oil and beeswax? [more inside]
Navigating Japan with food allergies
I'd love to visit Japan for a week or two with my wife, but I have some food allergies that will make it difficult. Will it be possible to survive and even find some nice meals with my soy and (pea)nut allergies? [more inside]
How do I tell what my body is doing while it's doing it?
Ways to increase my kinesthetic awareness and proprioception? [more inside]
posted by so_gracefully at 2:04 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by so_gracefully at 2:04 PM PST - 10 comments
Why are "French laundry" and "Chinese laundry" things?
What's so special about French and Chinese laundries? [more inside]
Getting married: what goes in the registry?
My fiancée and I are getting married in a few months, and it's been suggested that we look at gift registries. Aside from asking for help paying for the honeymoon or gifts to charity, we can't figure out what to register for. [more inside]
Name That Tune
Name that tune. [more inside]
How do you gently let someone know that they're being too friendly and affectionate with you?
How do you gently let someone know that they're being too friendly and affectionate with you? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 1:29 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by anonymous at 1:29 PM PST - 29 comments
Russian translation?
Song from a Russian film score - lyrics translation wanted. [more inside]
posted by Currer Belfry at 1:26 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Currer Belfry at 1:26 PM PST - 4 comments
Can "Where Seconds Count" a REACT/Red Cross training video be seen online or otherwise found?
Someone I know who is a volunteer would like a copy of the REACT/Red Cross produced video "Where Seconds Count". He had been told he could view it online, but repeated online searches have failed to find it, and neither the Red Cross nor individual REACT organizations seem to be selling physical copies via their websites. I've been trying to help him find it, but have had no luck. Anybody? [more inside]
Help me choose my next work-commuting bike!
Help me choose my next work-commuting bike! [more inside]
How do I help my Chinese SO come to USA without a marriage visa?
How do I help my Chinese SO come to USA without a marriage visa? [more inside]
What's This Movie Called?
What's this movie called?
Asking for a friend: a Chasidic Jew in Nazi Europe peddles goods by motorbike, but as the power of the Reich increases, he is increasingly excluded, shunned, and abused.
Does this ring any bells for anyone?
Thank you!
Power surges from rapid on/off?
Does flipping a switch on and off rapidly damage electrical equipment? [more inside]
A Life of Adventure
Please recommend books about unique story lines with minimal romance featuring female protagonists. [more inside]
posted by chrono_rabbit at 11:56 AM PST - 38 comments
posted by chrono_rabbit at 11:56 AM PST - 38 comments
Help me send food to a sick friend
Recommendations for meal delivery places for low-fat meals in Anchorage, Alaska? [more inside]
posted by leahwrenn at 11:52 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by leahwrenn at 11:52 AM PST - 9 comments
I love and hate my own support system.
How do I 'get better' when I have conflicts with my own support system? My mom wants me to get better, but I'm easily irritated by her and now I'm moving to be close to her while seeking the help I need. TL;DR in the end because I just have a lot of issues :/ [more inside]
What is the time limit for car accident claims in CA?
What are the next steps I should take after receiving a lowball offer from other party's insurance? [more inside]
What to get for the guy who has everything (including the kitchen sink)
My dad is turning 67, and he's a rather eccentric guy. I want to get him something unique for his birthday. Help me find a gift for him! Details inside. [more inside]
help a convention newbie out.
I'm setting up at my first comic book show, as a dealer selling toys. What do l need to know? [more inside]
posted by quibx at 10:29 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by quibx at 10:29 AM PST - 6 comments
Thinkpad X200 Max Screen Resolution
At work I use a Dell Latitude 5400 on XP Pro. In it's dock - which has twin DVI outputs - it can output to a 32" and a 24" monitor at a resolution of 1920x1200 on each. I want to switch out the Dell with a Thinkpad x200 on Win7. It has a VGA output, and if I buy the dock, it too has a single VGA output. How do I determine the maximum resolution I will be able to achieve from the Thinkpad (understanding that dual monitors would not be possible), and will buying the dock enable me to achieve a larger resolution?
posted by forallmankind at 10:20 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by forallmankind at 10:20 AM PST - 3 comments
How do I apply for a job for two months from now?
I'm relocating in 2 months and currently doing the job search. How do I handle current job postings which do not specify a start date: apply anyway and state my arrival time (or don't mention it)? Is there anything I can do in the application/interview process to increase the likelihood that an employer might hold a position for me, or how do I broach the subject? Is it worth applying to a job that has a start date earlier than my arrival "just in case"? [more inside]
Want roommate divorce from my very own personal Eeyore.
My socially awkward roommate/friend is hampering my social life. I don't know how to kindly set boundaries without really hurting him. [more inside]
Gonna kick myself in 3...2...1...
Historical brain fart -- help me remember the name of this English custom!! [more inside]
posted by mibo at 8:59 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by mibo at 8:59 AM PST - 5 comments
Good songs to play on slide?
Guitar players -- what are some good country/folk/blues songs for a couple of intermediate acoustic players, one strumming or picking, the other accompanying on slide? [more inside]
two cell #'s, one person
I have a new smart phone on Virgin Mobile. I could have ported to Google Voice initially, using a number on GV I already had, but chose not to. I'm now getting calls from the cell's # and my GV #. Should I port over to GV completely and have just one number? [more inside]
What is fair compensation at a start-up?
I'm a medical student, taking a year off before residency. During the year, I'm going to be working for a new start up that creates medical apps. I will be creating content for their apps and working on their social media strategy. Does anyone have any ideas about how I can determine what I should be paid, and/or how to negotiate it? [more inside]
Have matzo, will travel
Help me find a first night seder to go to somewhere in the vicinity of northern Maryland. [more inside]
posted by ubiquity at 7:39 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by ubiquity at 7:39 AM PST - 5 comments
Can this friendship be saved?
Can this friendship be saved? My friend told me about sleeping with a guy in a relationship and I can't stop feeling sick about it. [more inside]
Copy/Paste isn't copying/pasting formatting anymore.
Copy/Paste isn't copying/pasting formatting anymore. [more inside]
posted by sandra_s at 7:35 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by sandra_s at 7:35 AM PST - 3 comments
How do I make a really great facebook page?
I'm looking for great facebook pages, and tips for making pages great. [more inside]
Apparently these books aren't high frequency.
Is there a great book on software audio filter programming? [more inside]
Where can we camp?
I'm looking for a youth campsite/retreat center within 3-hour driving distance from Fairfield County, CT. Specific details inside. [more inside]
Mr. Math Monster, I presume?
Help me to learn math as an adult when I still despise the frustrating beast from my childhood! [more inside]
Setting folder attributes with FTP
I'm using FileZilla to ftp files to my web server. I want these directories and files to be viewable to the public so they can browse the folders, find the document they'd like to view and download it to their computer. I'm having trouble figuring out the correct file attributes, which you can set with FileZilla. [more inside]
posted by Jackie_Treehorn at 4:10 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Jackie_Treehorn at 4:10 AM PST - 5 comments
I have an issue with a UTI... on a Mac.
My Macs have decided suddenly to merge the information on two kinds of files into a single file listing. As I use separate programs for these, switching back and forth is really not an option, and manually setting things is going to eventually drive me crazy. Help! [more inside]
posted by mephron at 3:30 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by mephron at 3:30 AM PST - 2 comments
Where should I eat in Florence?
I'm going to be in Florence for the next couple of days. Where should I have breakfast? Lunch? Dinner? [more inside]
Help for an immigrant new to San Francisco?
Help for a queer immigrant new to San Francisco? [more inside]
Would a completely autonomous reprogammable AI have a “will to live”?
Would a completely autonomous reprogammable AI have a “will to live”? [more inside]
What to do with weird little fruit?
I bought some Kaffir Limes. (I also bought the leaves, but I've cooked with those before.) What do I do with them? [more inside]
posted by Hactar at 1:31 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Hactar at 1:31 AM PST - 5 comments
Passover challenge....
Passover meal all planned for my family, I am making brisket, matzoh ball soup and gefilte fish. Only problem is I want to include two dear friends who are vegetarian and one of them is stictly no dairy! Since I will be so busy cooking everything else, I want to find a FAST EASY entree recipe I can make for them-- no meat, dairy or flour--would love a make ahead casserole like matzoh lasagna, but everything good seems to have cheese! If you have a recipe that fits the bill, PLEASE share!
posted by Lylo at 12:05 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by Lylo at 12:05 AM PST - 22 comments
March 23
What other book crafts can I do?
I want to do something crafty and fun with old books. [more inside]
Am I overreacting or righfully irritated?
What has just happened in my relationship? Am I being unintentionally dramatic and hard on my SO? (long...ugh) [more inside]
posted by couchtater at 10:01 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by couchtater at 10:01 PM PST - 43 comments
Best way to bring my programming to the next level?
So I've used Python here and there to solve system administration tasks and create some small web applications (again to solve any issue related to work). Living in the sys admin world, I typically turn to Bash. Bash because I know it well and I can throw out a solution quickly. Problem is I'm starting to interview more and more for "DevOps" positions, what's the best and fastest way to bring my Python (or insert language) abilities up a notch?
I admit that I typically write in Python with one screen trained on the library docs. I've got a solid understanding of data and control structures. I thought maybe coming up with a weekend project might help but I'd like to hear other people's thoughts. Reading good code always helps, but doing is always better for me. I guess the real question is creating something that does x always makes you understand a language at a deeper level (if such thing exists).
posted by snuffaluffagus at 9:50 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by snuffaluffagus at 9:50 PM PST - 11 comments
Lull me to sleep
Does anyone remember these lyrics to Brahams Lullaby, or did my mom make them up? I think there were more but I am stuck.
Lullaby and Goodnight/
It is time you were sleeping/
In the morning when you wake up/
There will b-e lots to do/
Lullaby and Goodnight/
Da la lala la la la (part I have forgotten)
Did anyone survive in the trenches of World War I from beginning to end?
How many soldiers (if any?) survived the entirety of the fighting of either the western or eastern front of World War I? [more inside]
posted by curious nu at 9:14 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by curious nu at 9:14 PM PST - 9 comments
Cab Ride Confessions
Cab ride confessions. Help me learn how to proceed with this situation. [more inside]
I'm looking for career path suggestions for a family member. From debt adviser in the charity sector to ???
I'm looking for career path suggestions for a family member. From debt adviser in the charity sector to ??? [more inside]
Were you a Sooner in the 80's?
Calling all SOONERS: I'm looking for the name of a University of Oklahoma professor, a woman, who taught GEOG 3253 in the Spring of 1985. My memory is that the class was called "Geography of Natural Resources", though my 2012 copy of my transcript says it was "Environmental Conservation". Story inside... [more inside]
posted by takenRoad at 7:45 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by takenRoad at 7:45 PM PST - 8 comments
Converting MKV to MP4, and hardcoding SRT files into MP4
2 related questions about creating/editing MP4 files to play on my Sony Bravia TV: 1) converting MKV files to MP4, and 2) hardcoding subtitiles - specifically SRT files - into my MP4 files. [more inside]
posted by 254blocks at 7:36 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by 254blocks at 7:36 PM PST - 8 comments
So weird! Simultaneous pain in big toe and stomach!
Crazy, weird phenomenon: since I was a little kid (I'm now almost 52) I have occasionally experienced an extremely sudden, acute sort of spasm--more like a very acute, kind of painful itch--simultaneously in the tip of my big toe and on the skin of my lower abdomen. It will last fractions of a second, but usually reoccur up to 5 or 7 times maybe within the next few minutes. Then nothing for maybe a couple of months. The feeling is definitely located on my skin, not deeper, like a muscular thing. It's very pin-pointed and specifically located. It's quite uncomfortable, almost painful, though very, very quick. It's sudden and acute enough to make me gasp and grab my stomach and my toe in reaction.
Obviously this is not a big problem. I'm writing because it's so very strange, and I have never known anyone else to experience this. In fact, if I'm ever bold enough to ask someone, they just laugh in disbelief: "your toe AND your stomach!?!" I know! I mean, how on earth are the big toe and the skin of the abdomen related? So, the question is: anyone else ever experience this weirdness?
Hip Hop Sexy Time
Girlfriend's sexual fantasy: Rough sex while listening to dirty hip-hop. Song suggestions?? [more inside]
I want to be a good online seller. How casually should I give a refund?
What's my responsibility to a buyer who I shipped to in good faith, but he claims he didn't receive his item? [more inside]
posted by Infinity_8 at 6:45 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Infinity_8 at 6:45 PM PST - 7 comments
Low-fat gluten-free dinner menu?
I am cooking dinner for me and a friend on Tuesday. The friend used to be a chef, and I want to make her something she'll really enjoy. But there are two contraints that are making it hard for me to choose a menu. [more inside]
posted by lollusc at 6:29 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by lollusc at 6:29 PM PST - 22 comments
Recommend a portable emulation device?
What is the best reasonably priced handheld device I can buy for playing emulated games, particularly SNES and GBA? [more inside]
posted by raygan at 5:48 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by raygan at 5:48 PM PST - 5 comments
How to plan TV documentary soundtrack budget?
First TV work soundtrack commission. How to best spend £2K budget? [more inside]
posted by yoHighness at 5:19 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by yoHighness at 5:19 PM PST - 11 comments
Please help me think of a great vacation idea :-D
Vacation suggestions? I have two weeks vacation coming up next month, but no clue yet where I want to go, what I want to do, etc. [more inside]
posted by AMSBoethius at 5:16 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by AMSBoethius at 5:16 PM PST - 7 comments
Examples of novels where the reader is expected to know more than one language.
Examples of novels where the reader is expected to know more than one language. [more inside]
Can I ignore my astigmatism?
I am a new eyeglass wearer and the astigmatism correction (the visual distortion) is driving me nuts. Can I ignore it and just get glasses that fit the rest of my prescription? [more inside]
posted by mrunderhill at 4:49 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by mrunderhill at 4:49 PM PST - 16 comments
Are online MSW programs worth doing?
Are online MSW programs worth it? Which ones are best? [more inside]
posted by youcancallmeal at 4:29 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by youcancallmeal at 4:29 PM PST - 6 comments
What cameraphone produces the best quality pictures?
What smartphone has the best quality camera? [more inside]
I want to wake up in the city that's never flat.
Going to San Francisco for two nights! Where should I stay? [more inside]
posted by greenland at 4:04 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by greenland at 4:04 PM PST - 18 comments
US permanent resident visa green card renewal
You are not my immigration attorney and I'm not expecting legal advice, but thoughts on green card renewal would be much appreciated. [more inside]
posted by anadem at 3:44 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by anadem at 3:44 PM PST - 2 comments
OSHEAGA 2012
OSHEAGA 2012 in Montreal! Tell me all about it! [more inside]
posted by apip at 3:27 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by apip at 3:27 PM PST - 6 comments
American poem about a father and son in a boat.
Looking for the name and/or author of an American poem about a father and son in a boat. [more inside]
As built or as not to built, this is the question?
Were doing an addition to our house, mainly a new kitchen. But included in our wish list is a set of french doors and we must move the washer and dryer to a new location outside the main house. I had a highly recommend contractor come over to take a look. After going over our "wish list" he said the way to proceed is to make a "as built" set of drawings of the property with set-backs, electrical, etc. He does the drawings work himself and charges $50 an hour. Says the entire preliminary drawing could cost up to approx. $5000.
My head hurt for awhile and I am just not clear on the best way to proceed.
I know we cannot afford all the work we want to get done.
I know we are willing to work with cabinetry from places such as IKEA or Home Depot, if that really makes a difference.
I know I want to have everything up to code and work with permits on the job.
I know my head hurts.
I started my own overview house plan using Google SketchUp and the help of this very forum, but it is very preliminary and I am not sure if I am up to making it a complete drawing with gas, elec, plumb, etc that would be necessary for the final job drawings.
What I am asking for is help on how to wrap my head around this project. Am I being naive to think that this can all be done without spending 5K on drawings alone? What else am I missing here??
Thanks,
Henry
The Sisters Of Mercy They Are Not Departed Nor Gone
I have been thinking that mercy is an anachronistic concept that has little application in everyday lives. I'd like to see examples (if any) where mercy may manifest itself in your life or the culture as a whole.
3 all around, shape up the front and the back
What are the highest quality electric barber razors? [more inside]
posted by laptolain at 3:03 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by laptolain at 3:03 PM PST - 7 comments
Ruby is just the API.
I'm looking for a blog post I think I saw on Hacker News titled "Ruby is just the API" or something similar. It mentioned the Spine and/or Backbone framework(s) for Javascript. This was in the last two weeks, but the post may have been a bit older.
posted by phrontist at 2:38 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by phrontist at 2:38 PM PST - 2 comments
Young Adult Linked Short Story Collections
I'm looking for linked short story collections. [more inside]
posted by joyeuxamelie at 2:36 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by joyeuxamelie at 2:36 PM PST - 23 comments
Help me evaluate this investment strategy.
I've been happily making regular investments, but I suddenly have a lot more money to invest. How should my strategy change, it at all? [more inside]
Hunger Games predecessors?
What are the books and films that The Hunger Games rips off pays homage to? [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 1:44 PM PST - 42 comments
posted by zardoz at 1:44 PM PST - 42 comments
Why is my computer refusing to connect to the internet?
AskMefi, my computer is suddenly refusing to connect to the internet. I'm starting to go a little bit nuts. [more inside]
posted by fight or flight at 1:40 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by fight or flight at 1:40 PM PST - 13 comments
Carbamates?
Does synthetic polyisoprene (i.e. in non-latex products such as gloves or condoms) contain carbamates?
These boots aren't very good for walking :(
Can I starch my slouchy suede boots? If so, how? [more inside]
Freezer full of frozen water. Please advise.
Definitive answer please. Why does ice smell? [more inside]
posted by tigrefacile at 1:16 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by tigrefacile at 1:16 PM PST - 10 comments
Catfilter: a tale of three cats brought together. Help us improve this situation!
2 cats meet 1 cat. Ms. Alchemist and I moved in together last year, and our cats are not loving it. If they could just coexist peacefully without hissing and growling and peeing on things, we would be very happy. Help us improve this situation! [more inside]
Good vascular surgeon/varicose vein doc in the Bay Area?
Does anyone know a good vascular surgeon/varicose vein specialist in the Bay Area? [more inside]
The house always wins
Odds on the street: I think that my neighbor has a gambling problem. What should I do to protect myself and those around me? [more inside]
It's on the tip of my
Wrigley's gum, and only Wrigley's gum, makes my nose itch. Why? [more inside]
Black Metal Latin 401: the inverted curse...
Latinfilter: how would one replace "Satan" with "Christ" in the "Vade Retro satanas" exorcism formula? [more inside]
posted by herbplarfegan at 12:55 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by herbplarfegan at 12:55 PM PST - 7 comments
Things to do near Crescent City, CA?
Later this week I'm taking my kid and her friend to the Crescent City/ Jedediah Smith National Park area. The plan is to do some hiking in the redwoods and hanging out near the beach, but I'm looking for other suggestions or recommendations for things to do in the region, assuming it's going to stay cool and rainy.
posted by pernoctalian at 11:59 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by pernoctalian at 11:59 AM PST - 6 comments
What's for dinner in Cowtown?
Where do I* want to eat in Calgary?
*I and a dozen colleagues. [more inside]
Learn me some IP/Networking for home a/v & automation?
I want to learn about IP and Network integration for home theater/home automation. Cedia looks like they have exactly what I'm looking for...but not until September. I'm reasonably computer-savvy and a fast learner, so my first choice would be a fast-paced crash course, starting right-the-heck now. In order of preference: Live in-person class(es), interactive learning website or software, book, non-interactive website. Also, location in the Northeast US is optimal but not required. Thanks!
What is you favorite grilled appetizer?
What are some unique (but non frou frou) appetizers I can cook on a grill? [more inside]
posted by holdkris99 at 11:43 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by holdkris99 at 11:43 AM PST - 28 comments
Words With Identical Meanings
Does English have any words that mean the exact same thing? [more inside]
Does it make sense to buy a warranty on a pre-owned Honda Civic Hybrid?
Asking for a friend. "Jan" is buying a 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid, it has 60,000 miles on it now. The dealer is offering a warranty on said car, 6 years or 60,000 miles, for $1600. She is set on the car, but can't decide on the warranty. She has just ended one sided needy relationship with a narcissistic Mercedes with never ending issues. This recent experience is clouding her decision and I suggested turning to mefites. thank you!
Word sans-prefix is word no more?
What are some English words that contain a prefix, but the root is either not a word or is substantially unrelated to the prefixed word? [more inside]
posted by Geppp at 10:44 AM PST - 37 comments
posted by Geppp at 10:44 AM PST - 37 comments
What kind of e-reader do I want?
I want a cheap e-reader for reading longform articles in bed. It must work with Readability or InstaPaper or the like. It does not need to do anything else like games or surfing the intertubes. I have an iPhone for that. Do I want a Kindle?
How do I make a clean break?
Trying to turn my life around, but there is a problem. What are the best ways to end an extremely unhealthy 'friendship' with minimal drama?(long, involves substance abuse, clinginess) [more inside]
posted by satori_movement at 9:50 AM PST - 50 comments
posted by satori_movement at 9:50 AM PST - 50 comments
WORDS WORD SWORD ROWS RODS
Looking for a Boggle-style iOs game with a specific daily game mode! [more inside]
Hit me with your ideas for a staff day/event for a company with 3000 employees in US and Europe
Hit me with your ideas for a staff day/event for a company with 3000 employees in US and Europe [more inside]
Anyone know some resources for learning ServiceDesk?
Does anyone know of any self-guided training (books, online, whatever) for ManageEngine ServiceDesk Plus? I'd like to learn a bit more about some of the things it's capable of, but the company's own website isn't very helpful and I haven't been able to turn up much via The Google, either.
If you had a 4.5 hour layover in the Honolulu airport, what would you do with your time?
If you had a 4.5 hour layover in the Honolulu airport, what would you do with your time? [more inside]
posted by Twicketface at 9:31 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Twicketface at 9:31 AM PST - 17 comments
How do you make a deliberately vague and anonymous website findable?
I'm looking for ways to improve my (non-commercial and very new) anonymous online presence-- to make it easy for potential readers to find my personal blog and Twitter account. If this were any other sort of site I would know (or be able to figure out) what to do, but because it's anonymous (and by definition/subject matter a bit vague) I'm not sure where to start. [more inside]
posted by sockless at 9:27 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by sockless at 9:27 AM PST - 10 comments
Nothing runs like a Deere, when it runs.
I inherited a 1988 John Deere 160LT Lawn Tractor. It has been difficult to start. I was advised that my battery did not have enough cold cranking amps, sp I bought a more powerful twelve-volt battery today and I still cannot start the mower. I can, however, hear a click inside the engine compartment each time I turn the key. [more inside]
Need an assist with some citation analysis
Highly cited journals in online / distance education? [more inside]
posted by ryanshepard at 9:08 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by ryanshepard at 9:08 AM PST - 3 comments
I'm tired of Barbie having everything, it's MY turn to have great shoes and accessories!
Where online can I find cheap (or free, that's always good!) 80s and 90s Barbie shoes and accessories, aside from eBay and Etsy? Copious amounts of linked examples inside. Someone please please help me out here! And any Barbie collectors who wanna chime in are definitely welcome! [more inside]
Reclaming (critical) hard drive space
Can anyone help me determine what's safe to delete in the WINDOWS/Installer folder? [more inside]
posted by yorkeandvedder at 9:02 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by yorkeandvedder at 9:02 AM PST - 7 comments
Setting up a WordPress database with Earthink hosting
This is a pretty basic question about WordPress & Earthlink hosting. I need advice about installing WP through Earthlink's installer in the control panel. [more inside]
How can I make a similar graphic?
How can I make a budget/financial graphic like this for a non-profit? It would be incredibly useful for fundraising and board meetings. [more inside]
Cycling shoes--what do I need to know before I buy?
Doing my first (sprint) triathalon in about 6 weeks and need to start looking into gear. I don't have real bike/spin shoes yet, only good sneakers, and I'm ready to bite the bullet and get some. Anything specific I should know before I go into the store and ask someone knowledgeable for advice? Are there different types or are all bike shoes pretty much equal? (For instance, I'd love if I could get one pair and it would work for spin class + both the bike and run portion of the tri.)
Which online music store benefits artists the most?
I'm going legit: Which online music store benefits artists the most? [more inside]
posted by verdeluz at 8:15 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by verdeluz at 8:15 AM PST - 14 comments
Tethered VPN problems
Please help me troubleshoot my EasyTether (mobile tethering app for Android) and VPN woes. [more inside]
So, no Synthroid for me. Now what?
First test: thyroid fairly normal, TSH elevated. Second test comes back with no antibody activity and normal thyroid function. No treatment planned, but I'm still feeling like a ton of bricks has hit me. What now? [more inside]
Please don't flirt with me, sonny
How to kindly discourage flirting in a pen-pal context? Military perspectives very welcome. [more inside]
Cat with a UTI and possibly stones?
My 3 year old female cat (DSH) is having urinary issues. We are on day 9 of antibiotics for a UTI (she had no crystals on her UA)and she is not improving. She will be going to the vet for a recheck soon, but I'd really like to hear other people's experiences with UTIs and bladder stones in cats. Does anyone recommend a particular supplement like cranberry? Should I ask the veterinarian to culture her urine for the right antibiotic? Money is in short supply, but I LOVE my cat and will do whatever it takes to get her better. [more inside]
posted by biograd08 at 7:47 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by biograd08 at 7:47 AM PST - 18 comments
Wait, I did wha? -- NOOOOOOOOOOOO!
I just erased a disk (not reformatted). It was the wrong one. How can I undo this horrible thing I did, if at all possible? [more inside]
What would you do if you were invisible for a day?
I video our kids on their birthday while I ask them random questions. I am looking for more questions to ask them and record (on paper or video). Questions like "will you get married?", "What do you want to be when you grow up?", "what was the best day of your life so far?". [more inside]
posted by beccaj at 7:27 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by beccaj at 7:27 AM PST - 22 comments
Mad Men Season Five in Canada?
Mad Men Canada: Will Mad Men Season 5 be available on iTunes Canada, Netflix, or something other? I will not be boosting my cable package for just the one show, even if it's this one. [more inside]
posted by Capt. Renault at 6:29 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Capt. Renault at 6:29 AM PST - 14 comments
How does Throat Coat work?
How does Throat Coat tea work? Singers and people who use their voice professionally all seem to recommend Throat Coat to soothe vocal strain, but I'm interested in how it works. If I twisted my ankle, I wouldn't want to take a pain killer and keep running. Does Throat Coat contain some sort of herbal anaesthetic? Can anyone tell me how it works so well?
March 22
I'm weird, boring, or untalkative. How can I stop being these things?
So, being myself isn't quite working out, in that I either wind up being entirely untalkative, boring or entirely strange. How can I stop this? [more inside]
posted by jumelle at 11:30 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by jumelle at 11:30 PM PST - 32 comments
Why Is HP 1400 Printer Not Getting Installed?
I Want to Ride My Bike Faster Than Everyone Else.
How do I go from semi-hip-commuter-cyclist-girl to super-awesome-bike-racer-chick? Help me become the female Tom Boonen. [more inside]
posted by Dorinda at 10:43 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Dorinda at 10:43 PM PST - 13 comments
Find This Toy!
Wore 'em out, time for more
Where can I find a pair of leather gladiator sandals? Requirements inside. [more inside]
posted by sucre at 8:18 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by sucre at 8:18 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me find a SLP to Skype
How to best go about finding a speech-language pathologist that is willing to do Skype sessions? [more inside]
It's easy to be green
iPhone filter: Dad and I are on the same Verizon plan each with identical iPhone 4Ss (that was clumsy) purchased at the same time ... but our texts to one another are green, not blue. Now that I think of it, I think most of the texts of mine that should be blue are green. [more inside]
posted by crankyrogalsky at 7:23 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by crankyrogalsky at 7:23 PM PST - 10 comments
Dunnnnnnnnnnn
Looking for a choral work I heard several years ago. It had a line that was repeated a few times throughout that ended in the word "done," but the 'n' sound was stretched out like "dunnnnnnn." It may have been 'work is done' or something similar. I think it was religious. Any help? [more inside]
posted by amcm at 7:10 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by amcm at 7:10 PM PST - 5 comments
I hate monopolies.
Why does the Netflix Watch Instantly homepage hate me? It can take anywhere from 5 minutes to ∞ minutes to load all the images. I can't say it's completely useless without the images—if I'm desperate, I can mouse over every black rectangle to see what it contains—but I'm sure the irritation is shortening my life.
While it's loading, I typically see a message that Firefox is waiting on data from one of (what appear to be) Netflix's servers. I tried flushing my DNS cache, and that actually seemed to help momentarily, but then it stopped helping. (Yeah, I don't think it really helped.)
Is this just Comcast throttling Netflix so I'll use Comcast's video service? Is there anything I can do to speed things up? I started the dreaded customer service phone call last night and that actually seemed to precipitate an avalanche of image loading—did they see my customer service ID and say hey, dump that guy's images so he'll hang up?
posted by bricoleur at 6:36 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by bricoleur at 6:36 PM PST - 11 comments
Suggestions for fine art Torah, Bible, and Quran editions?
I am building a collection of books to teach the history of fine art book making, and I would like to find copies of the Torah, Bible, and Quran that are visually pleasing. Do you recommend any specific editions? Unfortunately, my total budget for a starter collection is only $500, so I would especially value suggestions that are modest in price. At the minimum I would like to show my students a range of calligraphy, typesetting, and illumination, but I suspect that I can find some really interesting editions that do much more. All suggestions are welcome.
What're the best texts on Game Production?
There are a zillion great books on game design, writing for games, designing sound for games etc. But what about game production? What're the important texts/articles/blog posts for leading a team and standard production practices? [more inside]
Recommend a novel!
Please suggest the most riveting, distracting, absorbing fiction! [more inside]
visualize this
How would one visualize 3 parametars on the same graph?
I have to visualize my sleeping schedule (time + day) + alternations of my body temperature during the day on the same graph. How could it be done?
Fight the future?
How do you deal with fears about global warming? [more inside]
posted by gentian at 5:01 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by gentian at 5:01 PM PST - 39 comments
As if I weren't abrasive enough...
I need to rent (or acquire, if renting is silly) a sandblaster, as well as the correct abrasive material to sandblast the interior of a 22' fiberglass sailboat.
I have access to a large air compressor, and I'm handy with tools - just never used a sandblaster before. [more inside]
unhappy at my new job
should i leave my current job to go back to my old company? [more inside]
Old school swim suit
Ladies, please? Does anyone have any ideas on where to find a plain old COTTON swim suit? [more inside]
posted by henry scobie at 4:24 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by henry scobie at 4:24 PM PST - 8 comments
A question about selling fine artworks (gallery fees, auction fees, etc.)
I have some works of fine art by two different Canadian painters that I would like to sell. As I am new to selling, I want to avoid being taken advantage of. [more inside]
Healthy, easy vegetarian recipes I can make ahead and freeze?
What are some good, EASY vegetarian recipes I can freeze, TV dinner-style? [more inside]
Help me rehab my spa pillows
Spa Pillow Rehab? Looking for suggestions on how to replace "skin" over foam spa pillows. [more inside]
Can you think of other hip hop tracks that sound like this?
I don't really like hip hop (with the exception of older stuff like RUN DMC and Beastie Boys). However, once in a while I come across some tracks that I really enjoy, like these two songs by Wiley and this one by Azaelia Banks. Any other artists / tracks with a similar vibe that I should be listening to? [more inside]
What tracks for a Hitchhikers Guide party mix?
Help me put together a Hitchhiker's Guide / outer-space themed DJ mix for a friends' birthday party! [more inside]
We don't want to be the mean girls
I am navigating a very awkward, uncomfortable situation with a coworker who wants us to be friends. I'm in need of smart, sensible advice on how to handle this. [more inside]
RSI vacation of stircraziness
How to fill my time on medical leave for RSI issues? And how to cope with not being able to live as normal? [more inside]
Show me how to flip a coin 15 times and tell me all 32,768 possible outcomes
How do I find every possible outcome of an arbitrary length set of coin flips? [more inside]
posted by mcstayinskool at 2:27 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by mcstayinskool at 2:27 PM PST - 10 comments
A five-minute long wedding reading?
Some of my best friends are getting married, and they have asked my husband and I to give a reading during the ceremony. Help us find the perfect reading. Difficulty level: Must be around 5 minutes long. [more inside]
posted by erst at 2:21 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by erst at 2:21 PM PST - 24 comments
What the heck is this?
My boyfriend seems to have a kind of blindness around other people's feelings and motivations. I don't think he has Aspergers -- more like ADD and some narcissistic traits, perhaps. What might this be called, how can I gently help him with it, and how can he help himself? [more inside]
posted by sockratties at 2:16 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by sockratties at 2:16 PM PST - 36 comments
Bad neighborhood, 4-year-old son, 50 mile commute, Old 401K. Any way to buy?
I currently live in a shady neighborhood on the South Side of Chicago. I call the police at least once a week. I also have a 50 mile commute through the city. We want to move closer to my work sooner rather than later. After almost 2 years of unemployment that wiped us out financially, we're back on our feet, but savings is in rough shape. I have a 401k from my previous employer with about 30K in it, and I'm wondering if there is any sensible way to use the money in the 401k as a down payment so that we can buy, rather than rent. Making payments won't be a problem, just the down payment. We intend to stay in the new place for many years, and I really, really hate moving, so I'd rather not move this year into a rental, and then do it again in a year or two.
Puppy Jekyll and Hyde
Our dog is decidedly more manic when left alone with me. Is it normal for dogs to behave very differently with two different caregivers? How can I make things better for her where I'm concerned? [more inside]
Tips/Tricks to get a dog interested in the frisbee?
Tips/Tricks to get a dog interested in the frisbee? [more inside]
Are vegetarian sausages healthier than meat sausages?
Veggie sausages vs. meat sausages: Which is healthier? [more inside]
posted by asnider at 1:40 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by asnider at 1:40 PM PST - 24 comments
Super XV in Brussels?
What are the odds of finding a bar in Brussels showing the Stormers/Bulls Super XV Rugby match? [more inside]
posted by PenDevil at 1:27 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by PenDevil at 1:27 PM PST - 5 comments
Need to save minutes on my mobile bill
Does anyone have recent experience with free VOIP apps for Android. [more inside]
posted by buggzzee23 at 1:18 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by buggzzee23 at 1:18 PM PST - 9 comments
Poems/lyrics about sex
What are some good poems/lyrics about ALL aspects of sex? [more inside]
Examples of other words like "Cineaste"
A cinephile is someone who loves movies, but a cineaste is someone who uses her love of movies to inform and inspire her own filmmaking. Do other disciplines have a similar term? [more inside]
Gynecare Thermachoice Experiences
Have you had Gynecare Thermachoice? My doctor has recommended it to treat some ongoing menstrual issues I have. If you have had it, can you tell me if it was useful, horrible, etc., particularly related to cramps and PMS?
Attempting to become a Doctor of Audiology at 27: A Terrible Idea?
I’m considering trying to become an Audiologist. I’m 27 and have an undergrad degree in philosophy and music. Talk me off the ledge or help me jump. [more inside]
Non-Traditional Homemakers, Unite!
I recently find myself 41, married, child-free, and a housewife in a rural area (I am no longer working due to a currently moderate but progressive disability). It's important for my health to stay active and engaged, and I like to be busy. In trying to research the fine art of being a homemaker, I can't find ANY websites that cater to people in my particular situation (2 adults, no kids). I've even tried websites about how to live life as a retiree, but they seem to think all people over 65 do is travel and play golf with their financial adviser. Any suggestions on sites about how to be an "alternative housewife"? [more inside]
Recommend a tailor in Richmond, VA for a student
I am a male in my 20's, and I get the same things done every time (shirt sides taken in, coat sleeves taken up, or pant legs hemmed up). Does anyone know of an affordable, quality tailor in Richmond? Every time I call asking for an estimate, they tell me to bring my clothes in to get an estimate. I would waste time and money driving all over town!
posted by sushi69 at 11:59 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by sushi69 at 11:59 AM PST - 3 comments
Help me move email accounts from Godaddy to our own server!
How do I move 100 or so GoDaddy email accounts to our server and not lose email and have minimal downtime? [more inside]
How to love when love can be taken away from you at any time?
After a recent and unexpected breakup, I'm starting to feel like relationships can end at any time, and finding it hard to imagine letting myself love again. Help me figure out a healthier way to think about dating in general. [more inside]
DIYODS!!! (do it your own dang self)
What are the best DIY sites on the web? [more inside]
How to deal with a cheating spouse?
My spouse has been having an emotional affair at best and sleeping with an ex at the worst and I'm 6 months pregnant, what in the world do I do? [more inside]
What to do about a stray kitty?
Should we do something about this stray kitty? [more inside]
How to move kitties across the country?
Mew. How do we get 2 kitties across the country? [more inside]
Oxford comma : copyeditors :: [?] : economists
Help me decide the perfect funny/nerdy word or phrase to use on a gift for a friend who recently got his PhD in Economics. [more inside]
posted by alleycat01 at 9:35 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by alleycat01 at 9:35 AM PST - 15 comments
Is it time for me to start looking for a new literary agent?
I am an aspiring young adult author who has a literary agent. My agent has represented me since 2008 and in that time has tried to sell two different novels that I wrote. My second book has been out with editors since June, and there still have not been any takers. I just finished the first draft of my third novel and am starting to wonder if I should start looking for a different agent to represent me. [more inside]
Brighton Music Hall parking. Possible?
Where do I park near Brighton Music Hall on Friday night in Boston? [more inside]
posted by otters walk among us at 9:25 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by otters walk among us at 9:25 AM PST - 12 comments
Help me deal with my mother's poor planning
I need advice on dealing with my family's flakiness. [more inside]
posted by hought20 at 9:21 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by hought20 at 9:21 AM PST - 15 comments
Should I give up on friendship?
I am angry at everyone who tries to be friendly with me because of a repeated thing that has happened to me socially and with my family as well. I really don't want to become bitter and friendless but I either feel like I'm putting on an act or I get angry. [more inside]
Help Me Stop Buying Brand New All The Time
What are the best places to go vintage and/or second-hand shopping in Houston and any other advice on vintage shopping in general appreciated. Help! [more inside]
Can't Stop the Muzak
Where can I find some horrible, soul-deadening instrumental music like that heard on "Between Two Ferns" (link to Funny or Die video)?
posted by El Sabor Asiatico at 9:05 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by El Sabor Asiatico at 9:05 AM PST - 4 comments
Denied for independent health insurance because of lots of therapy?
I want to go to a therapist and submit the bills to my student insurance, but what if I need to get independent health insurance later? (I.e., what if I start my own business or something?) I'm in the USA--Pennsylvania, New York, Wisconsin, and Illinois, most likely. [more inside]
Renting my house - what am I forgetting?
I will be renting my house to a friend shortly (June). What resources (web sites, books, etc.) would you recommend on such various issues as; drawing up a lease, potential problems & how to avoid them, things I might be forgetting, etc. [more inside]
What are some examples of small web apps that earn their creators a side-income? What are the stories behind them?
What are some examples of small web apps that earn their creators a side-income? What are the stories behind them? [more inside]
Memory loss as side effect of emotional abuse?
Is it common to forget specifics of emotional abuse? (potential triggers inside) [more inside]
posted by sockermom at 8:43 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by sockermom at 8:43 AM PST - 19 comments
Where to buy high collared women's dress shirt?
Help me find a high collar dress shirt for women, like that worn by Glenn Close in Damages? [more inside]
Help me buy a house in the US.
Filipino, currently living in the Philippines and have never been to the USA. I want to buy a house in the Indianapolis area, one I saw online for $20,000 and can pay in cash. Now my question is: Can someone who have never been to the USA purchase a property? If yes, how? And will it entitle me to be able to live there legally, since I already bought a property in their country? [more inside]
Black photoconductor in the colour slot?
In the office I work, we've got a Lexmark C935 colour laser printer. It gets loads of use, so we're constantly ordering toner and photoconducters for it. [more inside]
posted by colin folds five at 8:18 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by colin folds five at 8:18 AM PST - 7 comments
Oh hai, where's my money?
I sold some items through a consignment shop that has now gone out of business. On the day I picked up my unsold items, they said they'd be distributing checks after the last day of operation. That was nearly three weeks ago. Would it really take this long, or did they just take my money and run? [more inside]
PT Newbie
Looking to go back to school for Physical Therapy in NYC. [more inside]
never stick anything smaller than your elbow into your ear
Historically I have a bad habit of using q-tips to clean deeply into my ear. I am now dealing with my second ear infection in under a year. I am positive these two facts are directly related. How do I break my bad habit, and perform proper ear maintenance? [more inside]
I used the wrong stuff to seal my windows.
You know that peel-away silicon caulk you can use to seal up leaky window panes in the winter and then dispose of in the summer? That stuff's awesome. Unfortunately, I must have accidentally used the regular silicone caulk last fall. Any ideas how to get it off without destroying the finish on the panes? [more inside]
posted by Mayor Curley at 7:53 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Mayor Curley at 7:53 AM PST - 6 comments
I want to work when I'm working and not work when I'm not working
Give me your best tips and strategies for combating work-related stress, particularly how to not let the stress leak into time when I want to be decompressing, not worrying. [more inside]
Recommendations for custom color letterpressed business cards ?
Recommendations for custom color letterpressed business cards ? [more inside]
advanced shipping/packaging solution
I am working on a school project where I need to figure out if a specific combination of different shaped items can be successfully packed into a known box size. One Example: I am shipping a small statue, a toaster box, and coffe cup into a 20x20" box. (I can measure the individual items) I will have many different items or combinations of items.
I need to know if there is a calculator or computer program I can use to know if selected items will fit in my shipment box. Anyone know how to be pursue this? THanks!
posted by kmurray24 at 7:36 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by kmurray24 at 7:36 AM PST - 6 comments
Dinner is served...3 hours from now
What to make for dinner for 4 - 6 people that can handle with a 3 hour car ride with no cooler? [more inside]
posted by zix at 7:12 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by zix at 7:12 AM PST - 22 comments
I am getting tired of cleaning poop off the carpet!
Dog training, crate training question. [more inside]
posted by triggerfinger at 7:08 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by triggerfinger at 7:08 AM PST - 12 comments
Phonetics for the whole world!
I'm having trouble figuring out the pronunciation of several of my Chinese students' names. Help! [more inside]
posted by ChuraChura at 7:05 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by ChuraChura at 7:05 AM PST - 12 comments
How to repair my front door.
My front door is not closing correctly and is scraping against the marble threshold/saddle. If I lift the door up using the door handle as I close it, the door clears the threshold and shuts just fine. I have been given two conflicting solutions. What to do? [more inside]
A modern crib for cheap?
Help me pick a baby crib that won't break the bank and will look nice in our small (approx. 100 sq. ft.) nursery. [more inside]
Help our iPad live with our iPhones
Loving our new iPad 3, but it's adopted my iPhone's ID and hijacked my wife's along with it - I need some help getting two devices back to normal. [more inside]
posted by jalexei at 6:26 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by jalexei at 6:26 AM PST - 11 comments
Help my computer from its decent into madness...
What the heck is going on with my computer? The Windows task bar suddenly becomes unresponsive and other things suddenly started acting bizarrely. Details within... [more inside]
posted by littlesq at 5:57 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by littlesq at 5:57 AM PST - 5 comments
HELP!
MeFi's, I'm at my wit's end. Help me install a DVD burner in a desktop. [more inside]
Need some travel accessory recommendations...
Looking for practical travel accessories [more inside]
Know any films with a father that has a personal life?
I'm looking for movies that have a father that is living well even beyond family life. [more inside]
Good design plagiarism compendium anyone?
I'm looking for a good blog/website devoted to design plagiarism (not just web design rip offs). The best site so far was You Thought We Wouldn't Notice but is is not active anymore. I'm not interested in legal advices, just lots of examples of rip-offs.
March 21
How can one set of music have such sublime and mundane music side by side?
Baroque Choral Music Filter: I love the kind of baroque choral music with multiple parts going on simultaneously or in very close interaction, providing a gorgeous complex polyphonic tapestry that transcends language and sends me to heaven (as JS intended!). I very much dislike the soloists droning on in German against the orchestra. Which albums have more of the former? [more inside]
Are the narcs going to be after me now?
Is off-the-shelf cough syrup a controlled substance now? [more inside]
Why is my ex (who dumped me) still contacting me a year later?
Why is my ex (who dumped me) still contacting me a year later? We only dated for a few months and then he dumped me by text. I, understandably upset, deleted and blocked him online and off my phone and went on with my life. Since then he's been sending me texts or e-mails every few months. [more inside]
posted by Dynex at 10:02 PM PST - 43 comments
posted by Dynex at 10:02 PM PST - 43 comments
What's the best route to weight loss at the gym?
So, I've joined a gym. Now what do I do? [more inside]
Easy breezy couples weekend that doesn't break the bank?
Low-key, not super expensive beach getaways for May, east coast-ish? [more inside]
posted by manicure12 at 9:50 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by manicure12 at 9:50 PM PST - 6 comments
Toronto Art Director seeks job in NYC: What are the costs?
How hard will it be for me to find work in New York City in an Art Direction role with a boutique design firm or major news-media organization?
(Looking for a fresh 2012 / Canadian to NYC / Design approach, if possible) [more inside]
posted by mistertoronto at 9:28 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by mistertoronto at 9:28 PM PST - 3 comments
To fill or not to fill my laser-detected cavities?
Should I get fillings of tooth cavities that have been diagnosed with a Diagnodent laser? If so, what number should I make my cut-off? [more inside]
posted by vegartanipla at 9:16 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by vegartanipla at 9:16 PM PST - 8 comments
How can something send mail without logging in?
How did my Yahoo mail get hacked to send spam without showing any login in recent history? [more inside]
BluRay movies with iTunes download included
Is there a way to find out which Blu-Ray movies include iTunes digital copy? [more inside]
How do I deal with a workplace bully?
Help me crack a communication enigma and figure out how to deal with a workplace bully. [more inside]
How to maintain a long distance relationship . . . with my nephews and niece
How do I maintain a relationship with my nephews and niece when I live far away from them? [more inside]
Help me find a 90" (w) sofa sectional with left arm chaise
Looking for a 90" (w) sofa sectional.
Cannot find one anywhere, with the sole exception of a model that is from Restoration Hardware (MAXWELL UPHOLSTERED LEFT-ARM SOFA CHAISE SECTIONAL) selling for 5k. This is a very nice couch but since I have to buy a small couch, I would rather spend less. That being said, I love the look of the RH one [more inside]
posted by Nellebee at 7:44 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Nellebee at 7:44 PM PST - 12 comments
Help me find a specific Children's TV show.
Tracking down a pre-2000 children's TV show with a female presenter in a fairy tale style magician's house. [more inside]
posted by jeffkramer at 7:11 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by jeffkramer at 7:11 PM PST - 5 comments
How can I help my wife reduce her stress levels?
My wife is struggling with stress levels at work. How can I help her reduce them without patronising her, and at the same time stop being so selfish when dealing with her stress? [more inside]
Help me remember the name and choreographer of a classic piece of modern dance.
Help me remember the name and choreographer of a classic piece of modern dance that involved incredible leaps. [more inside]
posted by Thin Lizzy at 6:32 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Thin Lizzy at 6:32 PM PST - 12 comments
Cookware for Dummies.
I've ruined my All-Clad non-stick frying pans. Help me find some new ones that I can't hurt. [more inside]
posted by Leezie at 6:21 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by Leezie at 6:21 PM PST - 29 comments
Shaking hands at the end of a date too formal?
Is shaking hands at the end of a date too formal? [more inside]
posted by morganw at 6:20 PM PST - 35 comments
posted by morganw at 6:20 PM PST - 35 comments
How to turn Web developer isolation into something more outgoing?
I'm a humanities-oriented people person freelancing as a Web developer and IT person, but tired of working from home in isolation. While I enjoy running my own operation, I wish I could get out there and teach people, work with kindred spirits, etc. Anyone have any ideas or experience they might be willing to share on beating this predicament? [more inside]
What exactly is the purpose of teens again?
Please help me talk to my boyfriend about his relationship with his ex-wife and rude, overly indulged child and evaluate my relationship overall. Yeah, I know. Long. [more inside]
posted by nubianinthedesert at 6:14 PM PST - 42 comments
posted by nubianinthedesert at 6:14 PM PST - 42 comments
Bacteria and viruses texts
Please suggest texts about bacteria and viruses. [more inside]
I feel bad saying I'm a virgin, and I feel bad saying I'm not.
I feel bad saying I'm a virgin, and I feel bad saying I'm not. [more inside]
Can I go home again while my kitty is sick?
I want to visit my hometown before my mother sells the house I grew up in. Complication: ailing kitty. [more inside]
posted by epersonae at 5:09 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by epersonae at 5:09 PM PST - 17 comments
Where should we go on our vacation?
Travel recs? SO and I are doing a road trip through Idaho, Oregon and Washington [more inside]
Educational woes.
I reached my financial aid limit at college because I spent four years taking classes in order to "find myself." I took time off to figure out what I wanted, and now I'm working two jobs to pay to go back. Can you recommend some regionally accredited online schools that aren't too costly? [more inside]
posted by Autumn at 4:59 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by Autumn at 4:59 PM PST - 20 comments
I can't get this lady standing in her closet out of my head!
I'm looking for a book or story I read about a Jewish baby who is thrown from a crowded train on its way to a concentration camp during the Holocaust. The baby was sick, and some passengers thought he/she had died.
When his mother fell asleep, they threw the baby from the train.
I think the book mainly focused on what happened to the baby after it was found near the train tracks, but I mainly remember the child's mother.
After losing her baby, she took to standing in her closet, trying to recreate the feeling of being on that crowded train with her child. [more inside]
Should I get health insurance?
Should I get health insurance? [more inside]
Pregnancy Present for a lady with Hashimotos
A friend of mine has Hashimotos and just (happily) got pregnant. She's super worried about her pregnancy and I'd love to send her a care package, but I know there's tons of exclusions of food for both pregnancy and Hashimotos, so I'd love some input on what would make her day!
Is this false advertising or just bad sales technique?
Is this false advertising or just bad sales technique? Salespeople using "Made in USA" to boost sales... of foreign-made items. [more inside]
Digital camera for non-photog to take giant, awesome photos?
Best high-megapixel, high-zoom camera for the photography-challenged to take on wilderness vacation? [more inside]
posted by amber_dale at 3:43 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by amber_dale at 3:43 PM PST - 11 comments
Most efficient way to stacking rasters into a NetCDF file.
Quickest, most efficient way of stacking 40,000 GeoTIFF rasters (about 6gb in total) into a NetCDF file? [more inside]
posted by Jimbob at 3:39 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Jimbob at 3:39 PM PST - 13 comments
Do I sign this contract?
Is this contract for translation reasonable? Normal? Acceptable? [more inside]
posted by little cow make small moo at 3:35 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by little cow make small moo at 3:35 PM PST - 12 comments
Suggest unto me some dressy -- albeit light -- men's jackets & outerwear!
Suggest unto me some dressy -- albeit lighter -- men's jackets & outerwear! [more inside]
Help me keep from throttling my sister.
My sister is Topper from Dilbert. She's an Est-er. (Everything is the Best, Biggest, Mostest, Greatest, etc.) Help keep me from throttling her. [more inside]
posted by Ookseer at 3:19 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by Ookseer at 3:19 PM PST - 21 comments
What Makes Hollywood Run?
I just discovered the most amazing study on the average finances of musicians - is there anything equivalent for the film industry? [more inside]
The Azores are sort of in the middle, I suppose?
Where does it make sense to go for our late July/early August honeymoon? The wedding is in Bulgaria (nearest airports in Bulgaria are Bourgas and Sofia, but we can also fly out of Istanbul, Turkey) and afterward we'll fly home to Seattle. [more inside]
Whatʻs happening now?
Does an agency track colds and minor aliments like colds? [more inside]
posted by wandering_not_lost at 2:33 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by wandering_not_lost at 2:33 PM PST - 6 comments
Receipts
Question about proper saving of e-mail and web receipts in case of an IRS audit. [more inside]
Is "la alcachofa" correct?
Dumbest question I've ever asked here, but: Spanish for artichoke? Is "la alcachofa" correct? [more inside]
posted by fiercecupcake at 2:14 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by fiercecupcake at 2:14 PM PST - 10 comments
Help me by my wife a new computer since I'm several years out of date!
Help me buy my wife a computer. We know about what she wants but it's been several years since purchasing a machine and we're out of the loop. [more inside]
posted by damiano99 at 2:08 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by damiano99 at 2:08 PM PST - 39 comments
Where should I cross the Niagara River?
Border crossings along the Niagara River: Peace Bridge or Lewiston-Queenston? [more inside]
posted by Johnny Assay at 2:03 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Johnny Assay at 2:03 PM PST - 11 comments
I have at least 12 hours (probably more) between the end of my current lease and the start of my new one. What do I do with my stuff?
I have at least 12 hours (probably more) between the end of my current lease and the start of my new one. What do I do with my stuff? [more inside]
Low-dose SSRI for anxiety?
Could a low dose (10 mg/day) of fluoxetine really help with my generalized anxiety? I can find information on its use for panic disorder, but it doesn't seem to be explicitly indicated for GAD. Has it worked for you? [more inside]
posted by dialetheia at 1:29 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by dialetheia at 1:29 PM PST - 16 comments
Never flown overseas; help me find options!
Is an overseas honeymoon possible? [more inside]
Practical or Creative?
MPA or M.S. Writing? More useful, or more engaging? I'm at a point where I am thinking about my advanced degree choices, and would love some input and advice. [more inside]
posted by thatbrunette at 1:23 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by thatbrunette at 1:23 PM PST - 8 comments
Mental health support in Tokyo
Help me help a friend suffering severe depression in Tokyo. [more inside]
posted by harujion at 12:55 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by harujion at 12:55 PM PST - 3 comments
Flash help for the Dummy
I'm looking for some websites for the beginner. I'm fine with the animation part. That is (relatively) easy. But I'm pretty much totally lost on the Action script part of it, and the Adobe tutorials are a little complicated for my idiot self. I'm just a little ol' designer and all this talk of code and scripts and computer lingo is freaking me out. I'll take anything. Any ideas. Any help. Anything. Thank you.
I've got a few hangups.
Should I ignore occasional--maybe accidental--hangups from a former coworker? [more inside]
Please help me help my wife.
I need professional help with trying to save my marriage to a person who has had profound anger, anxiety, and depression issues since childhood. I need help with leading her toward restarting therapy (and potentially toward reconsidering her insistence on no chemical treatment). Our relationship is in serious jeopardy and we have a child. [more inside]
Help me help my dog
What's the most effective way to use a thundershirt for a dog that's anxious most of the time? Other tips for helping an anxious dog are appreciated. [more inside]
posted by insectosaurus at 12:34 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by insectosaurus at 12:34 PM PST - 28 comments
The Imposition, What A Blast
Can you help me fake a reader layout/imposition mock-up for a printing project WITHOUT using the hated Excel? [more inside]
posted by 2soxy4mypuppet at 12:18 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by 2soxy4mypuppet at 12:18 PM PST - 9 comments
Email Introduction
Not sure how to respond to this very important email introduction. [more inside]
posted by Shouraku at 12:00 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by Shouraku at 12:00 PM PST - 14 comments
how do normal people enter the freeway?
Can anyone please explain to me how to enter the highway without mentally writing my last will and testament? It terrifies me and I feel I endanger other people, too. [more inside]
posted by Tarumba at 11:58 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by Tarumba at 11:58 AM PST - 33 comments
Should my mother's mechanic have caught a failing fuel pump earlier?
Should my mother's mechanic have caught a failing fuel pump when he repaired a closely related relay? [more inside]
posted by aaronbeekay at 11:56 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by aaronbeekay at 11:56 AM PST - 10 comments
Lose weight fast!
I need to lose a bunch of weight by next Tuesday morning. How can I do it? [more inside]
posted by po822000 at 11:53 AM PST - 46 comments
posted by po822000 at 11:53 AM PST - 46 comments
Wood or MDF painted white cabinets?
Looking for real world experience with white cabinets. Should I go with wood for a higher end look or high quality MDF lacquered and avoid possible hair line cracks in the finish? For the look we want, thermofoil is out. [more inside]
Looking for a book, can't recall the title or author.
I'm looking for a book I read as a pre-teen. It's been years since I read it and I can't recall the name of the writer, or the title of the work. I recall a little of the plot, but not much.
As far as I recall, it was about a girl living in a small town in the east coast who falls into a pit, or cave, something like that, and is saved by a man made of earth and stone. [more inside]
Stand alone tablet/laptop mounts that are balanced/floating arm?
Stand alone tablet/laptop mounts that are balanced/floating arm? [more inside]
Poor patching job on a bike inner turb
So I tried to patch a bike tube on my lunch break and I apparently didn't spread enough of the vulcanizing agent. Is the tube ruined? [more inside]
I won't. But I could.
I am irrationally afraid of heights and subway trains. I live in New York City. HELP! [more inside]
If you're bored then you're boring.
My friend groups feel bored with "life as usual." As do I. Any ideas on non-drinking activities in Brooklyn? [more inside]
Batch converting PDFs, how to?
How does one convert hundreds of multiple page PDFS (of varying page sizes per PDF and varying total page count), so that only a single jpeg is saved of the first page of each PDF, with the original file name intact. I have access to Photoshop CS 5 (not 5.5) and IrfanView 4.
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 10:47 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Brandon Blatcher at 10:47 AM PST - 18 comments
Is there an entry level to hell?
I got the job. Hooray! Now it's stressing me out. Advice and perspective greatly appreciated. [more inside]
Facing divorce and depression
I'm lost. I'm facing divorce of my wife of 5 years. I've been with her for longer than that, 10, 12 years. We have a 3 year old son. I need help. How can one survive this? [more inside]
Name that award.
Please help me name our new "employee of the month" award. [more inside]
Please help brainstorming a new and better paying career.
Please help brainstorming a new and better paying career. [more inside]
Hold on while I catch my breath
Conditioning, Stamina, Endurance...5k in 30 days! [more inside]
Like driving an iPhone
What's a good mid-range car for a person who likes shiny electronic gizmos? [more inside]
Hivemind suggestions for a newbie
Graphicnovelfilter : I am very much a novice when it comes to graphic novels but have enjoyed the realist works of Joe Sacco (The Fixer & Palestine) and The Burma Chronicles (Guy Delise) initially kickstarted along time ago by my stumbling upon Harvey Pekar (American Splendour). What other graphic novels of this nature should I be tracking down? I'm interested in International Relations / Politics / History / Travel / Journalism / Espionage - as well as more esoteric perspectives on the world - so anything ticking these boxes would be great.
posted by numberstation at 9:29 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by numberstation at 9:29 AM PST - 26 comments
Finding the right knife
I'd like to get a chef's knife for my wife, as she has recently developed an interest in cooking. The thing is, she has pretty bad arthritis and needs a knife that would be easy to hold, something with a largish handle. Any suggestions as to brand would be great. Also I should mention we are looking for a decent quality carbon steel type knife.
posted by WASP-12b at 9:25 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by WASP-12b at 9:25 AM PST - 23 comments
Headrest Mount For iPad Wanted
Looking for a car headrest mount for my iPad [more inside]
I am a man with a very specific set of skills...
Reverse-headhunters. Does such a thing exist? I want to pay a company to find me a new job. [more inside]
This Bachelor Party needs some finishing touches!
Please help me plan for a bachelor party, in a city I've never been in. Which is happening in 48 hours. [more inside]
Name that game: Snails
Human Flight: from small working model in footage to life size model?
After seeing the Human Bird Wings video (doesn't matter if it's real or not), I thought about this TED Talk again. Are there any 3D programs/motion-capturing software that can map out that bird and its motion from the talk and convert a 3D model out of it? Then all you would have to do is scale it to human size and build it offline right?
Help me pick out a great HRM for myself.
I am interested in purchasing a Heart Rate Monitor for myself. I am overwhelmed by my choices and am leaning towards "what my friend has"...but want to hear about other options before making the purchase. [more inside]
posted by Elly Vortex at 8:13 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Elly Vortex at 8:13 AM PST - 15 comments
Recommend cheap (or cheapish), high-quality colognes from around the world.
Recommend cheap (or cheapish), high-quality colognes from around the world. [more inside]
Help me negotiate a federal salary
Help me negotiate a better salary for a federal job. Also, if I start the clearance process (after tentative offer, before final offer), is it really bad form to back out and take another job? [more inside]
posted by pseudonick at 7:57 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by pseudonick at 7:57 AM PST - 22 comments
SSH with telnet -e as a ForceCommand: secure?
I want a secure way for people to log into a server on my Windows machine from the internet. I have an idea; is it good? [more inside]
posted by Philosopher Dirtbike at 7:40 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Philosopher Dirtbike at 7:40 AM PST - 13 comments
Do I really have to break out the elbow patches?
My department chair thinks I dress too nicely for academia. Is this solid career advice, or is he just being a curmudgeon? [more inside]
posted by ootandaboot at 7:38 AM PST - 80 comments
posted by ootandaboot at 7:38 AM PST - 80 comments
Suggestions for young adult novels?
Any suggestions for young adult novels in English for a reading class of high-level Japanese university students (18-19 years old)? [more inside]
posted by ameca at 7:36 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by ameca at 7:36 AM PST - 17 comments
Art Appreciation
I have a limited edition graphic novel by a well-known artist which is apparently very valuable suddenly. What next? [more inside]
posted by Elizabeth the Thirteenth at 7:32 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Elizabeth the Thirteenth at 7:32 AM PST - 13 comments
Come on landlords, just be nice and give us what we want.
Help me and my girlfriend get short extensions on our separate leases instead of being forced into year-long extensions. [more inside]
How can I be a true friend to a guy whose romantic feelings I don't return?
My dear friend, to whom I am not attracted, continually brings up wanting to date me and isn't getting what I thought were my polite expressions of interest in being just platonic. I think I need to tell him in no uncertain terms, but am not sure how, due to the special snowflake details below. [more inside]
Insureme NOW!
UK Insurance Question: Has anyone else tried to get critical illness/ life insurance cover. I have questions: [more inside]
Afast me hearties
I'm curious about trying regular fasting for general health (not weight loss nor spiritual reasons) but I'm finding a lot of woo. [more inside]
Oh boundaries boundaries boundaries
Relationship filter: New guy. His former flame. Her very bad medical condition. Wondering how to control my anxieties. [more inside]
Caught up in more shame.
I did some out of character, stupid things while in the middle of a long nervous breakdown. I told many of my close friends. Now how do I handle the shame? [more inside]
What's the smell on a freshly cleaned aeroplane?
What's the smell on a freshly cleaned aeroplane and can it be replicated? [more inside]
Help me tame my embarassing mp3 mess
I have a 2002-era problem: a big library of Mp3s, many ripped from physical CDs I own, some downloaded from iTunes, others left over from when I merged music collections with my then partner. They are completely disorganised. Some albums are incomplete, most lack album art, hundreds of individual songs are just kicking around in a big folder of their own. What's the best way to tame the mess?
(This question has been asked before, but I imagine best solutions have changed since 2008). [more inside]
Has anyone experienced this? Or has any insight?
It's all in my head, I think. Questions about signals I thought were being sent by a woman I have strong feelings for. (..a little long) [more inside]
Attractions to see in Aberdeen
What are the must see attractions in Aberdeen? [more inside]
What is this popin called?
What is the name of this info box that pops in when you scroll to the bottom of a webpage? Seen here here but also on many other pages.
posted by MarvinJ at 2:28 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by MarvinJ at 2:28 AM PST - 5 comments
Best place for bra fitting a non standard body?
Where is the best place to go for a bra fitting when you don't have a "typical" body? [more inside]
Who are the best prose stylists in science fiction?
Who are the best prose stylists in science fiction? [more inside]
posted by pete_22 at 2:14 AM PST - 68 comments
posted by pete_22 at 2:14 AM PST - 68 comments
Seeking Dream Web App That Shows 3D Human Figure for Drawing Reference
3d human figure models...is thng I'm asking for exist? Long complicated details inside. [more inside]
posted by The ____ of Justice at 12:20 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by The ____ of Justice at 12:20 AM PST - 5 comments
Help me figure out what's going on
Needing advice from an estate lawyer or someone with thorough knowledge of how trusts work. [more inside]
March 20
Dating for the fickle
Is it a good idea to try dating when you don't have your life figured out? [more inside]
posted by costanza at 10:18 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by costanza at 10:18 PM PST - 26 comments
How much to reveal when that information is very important in a dating relationship?
Late twenties female taking a break from professional school, met a man online who shockingly may be a potential future partner in life, yet does not know about the past six months of my life... when would you tell him and about what? [more inside]
Robespierre, Robespierre, Robespierre, who are you?
What does this shirt mean, if anything? It says "Robespierre" three times, and each of the "O"s are the faces of three different (cartoon?) characters. [more inside]
Apologizing for acting cruel to bar staff
I was extremely mean to the staff of a bar. Should I try to apologize? [more inside]
He's actually very nice.
We have a close friend who needs a job solely for the benefits. The catch: he has been out of the work force for five years and isn't particularly social or skilled. Any thoughts? [more inside]
Help me find a great outfit that is awesome and unique, and won't get me weird stares from strangers.
Help me find a great outfit that is awesome and unique, and won't get me weird stares from strangers. Details inside. [more inside]
Late night NYC
What to do late night in New York that is not drinking centric? [more inside]
posted by patrad at 8:22 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by patrad at 8:22 PM PST - 13 comments
Which works better, the carrot or the stick?
GroupCommitmentFilter: I've been trying to put together a large group of people to participate in an artistic performance-based hobby that they all claim to enjoy. I'm the group leader, and it feels like I'm herding cats when it comes to getting people to commit to attending training sessions so that our shows will be of a high quality. I'm constantly altering my plans so that the least experienced people aren't left behind.
How can I get people to step up their game and commit to the group without alienating them? [more inside]
Quiet hard drive enclosures
Any recommendations for quiet eSATA two- or four-hard drive enclosure that supports RAID 0/1? [more inside]
Did Stieg Larsson describe a Swedish trial accurately?
Does the description of the trial in the book "The Girl Who Kicked The Hornet's Nest" accurately reflect Swedish court procedure? [more inside]
Help me build long-term savings!
I have just been given a substantial raise and promotion. Yay! Now, I want to take most of that extra income and stash it away, for the time being, in some kind of savings vehicle. What kind of savings vehicle is right for me? [more inside]
posted by breakin' the law at 6:55 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by breakin' the law at 6:55 PM PST - 12 comments
Wireless router with QoS for home use?
Recommendations on routers with QoS, please? [more inside]
posted by middleclasstool at 6:53 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by middleclasstool at 6:53 PM PST - 8 comments
32 years old... should I go back to school or should I get a job?
another thirty-something with only a bachelor's degree uncertain about what to do career-wise. Also uncertain as to what transferable skill(s) to highlight, if any, were I to apply for a job. What should I do with myself? (longgggggggggggg, slightly snowflake-y post ahead) [more inside]
Husband getting texts from another woman
I just found a text from another woman on my husbands phone. Not sure what to do. [more inside]
No more tears at H&M
Help me avoid a fitting room meltdown. [more inside]
posted by serialcomma at 6:21 PM PST - 45 comments
posted by serialcomma at 6:21 PM PST - 45 comments
oh hai existential terror
Can you recommend audiobooks (downloadable only) or podcasts for handling anxiety? [more inside]
Cheap or Free E-picturebook Template Sought
Is there a quick and cheap template to make a simple but polished e-picturebook that I can offer as a free download / giveaway with a CD product? [more inside]
posted by Muirwylde at 5:54 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Muirwylde at 5:54 PM PST - 2 comments
Probably a silly/easy Safari Question
[MAC Filter] Why is my Safari doing this weird "roll up" thing that I don't know exactly what to call and how to I make it stop? (Pics Inside) [more inside]
posted by trixare4kids at 5:23 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by trixare4kids at 5:23 PM PST - 6 comments
beautiful, female singer, strange lyrics
I'm trying to find a singer/song-writer who I heard for the first time 3 years ago. She had a soft, high, very feminine voice, and the lyrics were entirely nonsensical (although grammatically correct), detailed descriptions of bizarre circumstances. This might not be true of all of her songs, but I remember, many times, thinking "god this song is beautiful... /wait/ what's it about?!" [more inside]
posted by ch3cooh at 4:34 PM PST - 47 comments
posted by ch3cooh at 4:34 PM PST - 47 comments
Listening to the Border Radio
How do does one complain effectively to the FCC concerning interference by one FM radio station with another one? An aged relation in a rural area is upset that a new religious station is interfering with her reception of the closest public broadcasting station. [more inside]
The Worst Possible Thing Has Happened
Mad Men 5 is screening in the UK soon. How will us non SKY subscribers cope? [more inside]
Lets get ethical, ethical.
Is it ethically questionable to knowingly start working for your future competition? [more inside]
Can I have sex with my (male) partner when he has a UTI?
Can I have sex with my (male) partner when he has a urinary tract infection? [more inside]
My great aunt was murdered somewhere in the USA around 1970 by her husband. I only know her first name. How do I find out the details?
My great aunt was murdered somewhere in the USA around 1970 by her husband. I only know her first name. How do I find out the details? [more inside]
InPageCoFire error, and Windows Explorer crashes. Am I hooped?
My W7 laptop has an InPageCoFire error, and Windows Explorer crashes. Am I hooped? [more inside]
Where can I get a virtual mobile phone that can be accessed through the internet, or, optionally, to my real phone?
Where can I get a phone number that I can access through the internet, with the option of forwarding to my cell phone? That can handle voice *and* SMS in both directions (for privacy reasons). [more inside]
Can I lay down during my layover in Warsaw?
Last-minute travel question: Can I leave the Warsaw airport during my layover? [more inside]
posted by docgonzo at 2:43 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by docgonzo at 2:43 PM PST - 6 comments
How could I convince you that I'd make a great financial writer
I have a job interview for a junior/intermediate financial writer position with a financial services marketing company on Friday. This is a bit of a career jump for me as my background is mostly in legal editing with one stint at an educational publisher. Are there any MeFites with some sort of experience in financial writing who have some advice for me on how to ace the interview, or on what kind of research and prep I should be doing? [more inside]
Zaftig hot weather clothes!
Shopping options for relatively inexpensive hot-weather clothes for a plus-size woman? [more inside]
Help me write business French/Spanish.
What are business email courtesies in French and Spanish? [more inside]
posted by quadrilaterals at 2:09 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by quadrilaterals at 2:09 PM PST - 17 comments
return me to the time before typing made this funny noise, the noise that reminds me of how clumsy I am
I spilled some beer on my MacBook durring an international Skype-powered drinking contest. The computer itself is totally fine, except everything to the right of my O key is sticky. I want to pull the keys off so I can clean the little mechanisms in there, but I'm not sure how to pop them off without creating more problems than I already have. Several Google searches have brought me conflicting advice on how to do this. The specific model is a Macbook4,1 Intel Core 2 Duo, the white polycarbonate one from a few years back. [more inside]
Where can I find a (possibly newspaper) picture from 9/11/01?
After the terrorist events of Sept. 11, 2001, I remember seeing a photo of Disney World being evacuated. I've since not been able to find it, but would love to find it again. [more inside]
Gee, my hair does smell terrific!
I smell fine, but I'd like to smell gooood. Can you help? [more inside]
How do I accept my mother's behavior?
My mother won't accept that she hurt me emotionally as a teenager. How can I learn to deal with this situation without losing respect and love? [more inside]
posted by arhammer at 1:03 PM PST - 44 comments
posted by arhammer at 1:03 PM PST - 44 comments
Password management: syncing some passwords but not all
Please help me find the password management solution I'm hoping exists: the ability to automatically, dynamically sync a specific folder of passwords between accounts w/o involving Dropbox. [more inside]
Emotions in the mysterious, dark womb.
Did your chronic emotions (good or bad) in early pregnancy affect your child's temperament or health? [more inside]
posted by mild deer at 1:00 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by mild deer at 1:00 PM PST - 18 comments
Okay, How Does This Trick Work?
What trick did the water sales person use today in my office? [more inside]
posted by glaucon at 12:59 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by glaucon at 12:59 PM PST - 31 comments
What was this scifi comic from the 80s?
I was amazed how quickly I got a similar question I answered last week, so here goes another one, as I delve the origins of my subconscious... I am looking for a comic in book form/graphic novel that would have been around in (probably) 1982. It was a similar style to the Heavy Metal comics I guess. It featured a computer called Rose and a huge weird kind of evil organ (as in the kind you get in a church!). That's about it. If anyone gets this I will be suitably impressed... thanks MeFites.
posted by KateViolet at 12:50 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by KateViolet at 12:50 PM PST - 7 comments
Convert text with whitespace to csv
Help me find this umbrella?
About 4 years ago I fell in love with an umbrella I saw a woman carrying in Seattle. Countless Google searches later, I still can't find it. [more inside]
Nook vs. Kindle? Please help me choose.
I am looking to purchase an e-ink reader... Been looking at the Kindle and Nook and I am having trouble deciding. One of my top priorities is that books I purchase not be lost in 3, 5 or 10 years down the road. Which device is most likely to be be future proof? I also have specific uses that I want it to work for such as being able to load PDFs of academic articles/books and access to the library (see extended explanation for more uses). Thanks for your help! [more inside]
If I ain't brokered, fix it?
What do I need to know about dealing with brokers for apartment rentals? (I'm located in Brooklyn.) [more inside]
posted by mlle valentine at 12:19 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by mlle valentine at 12:19 PM PST - 13 comments
40 minutes to better Google-fu
Seeking activities, tutorials or resources designed to impart academically-oriented Google skills. Bonus points: fun? [more inside]
Choosing between grad schools: better funding or better advisor?
Choosing between grad schools: better funding or better advisor? [more inside]
Healthy Food for 365 Days
Maryland: Help me find a nice year-round co-op or CSA in the Baltimore Metro Area? [more inside]
posted by kensch at 11:41 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by kensch at 11:41 AM PST - 7 comments
The Manuscript is Done. Now What?
My manuscript (sci-fi) is done, and my test readers tell me it's great. Can you point me to good resources on what to do next (and how)? I know how to self-pub, but how do I navigate the traditional routes? As always there's more inside... [more inside]
How to get rid of spider veins? (and into short-shorts)
What is the most effective procedure for removing these ghastly spider veins from my left thigh? Short-shorts season is upon us, and now this is on my mind... Lasers? Sclerotherapy? I am 31, female. [more inside]
posted by cejl at 11:21 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by cejl at 11:21 AM PST - 5 comments
Photoshop Proficient (Maybe)
You're hiring interns and one of your qualifications is for them to be "proficient in Photoshop". What do you expect them to know? [more inside]
Recommend a surf instructor / school for one-time intermediate "lesson" in Santa Cruz?
Recommend a surf instructor / school for one-time intermediate "lesson" in Santa Cruz? I've got half a day and want to get wet, and want some local knowledge to help pick the equipment & spot, plus help me improve. [more inside]
Spain plans- trying to work out the details.
Camino de Santiago/Spain- help me develop my plan by Wednesday [more inside]
posted by saraindc at 10:50 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by saraindc at 10:50 AM PST - 13 comments
Temporary SFTP/Rsync for traveling videography
Temporary Cloud Backup on the road: I'm traveling this summer for 2 months in Europe and will be shooting HD footage at a rate of at most 64 GB a day (4 hrs) documenting music festivals. What would be the cheapest solution to do daily backups to a hosted service? By the end of the trip I at most will have 3 TB of video. [more inside]
Specific Porn for me and my wife?
My wife was sexually assaulted over a decade ago, before we met, resulting in an unhealthy sexual situation over teh past few years. Our therapist has suggested that we watch some adult videos together to try to re-expose her to sexual situations in a safe and positive manner, but I need some help choosing, based on the following requirements... [more inside]
How am I supposed to tell my husband I'm pregnant when we're not ready for a baby?
I'm pregnant, at the worst possible time. Help. [more inside]
More like Xavi, less like Scholesy.
I need help staying calm and relaxed on the soccer pitch, but still play assertive. How do I reach that balanced zen? [more inside]
Looking for first-person accounts of descent into corporate corruption.
I'm looking for good first-person non-fiction accounts of how people rationalize their descent into bad behavior. I'm particularly interested in business or organizational contexts in which unethical behavior or corrupt behavior has occurred. Anything come to mind? Thanks!
Confessions Of An Irish Rebel - is this a one-party taping state?
Is it possible to find a recording of Shay Duffin's "Confessions Of An Irish Rebel" in a semi-recent format? I have an old copy of it on cassette from my parents, but I haven't listened to it in years because, well: cassette.
posted by yerfatma at 10:10 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by yerfatma at 10:10 AM PST - 1 comment
Sanskrit 101 Online
Are there any reputable online equivalents to a university level "intro to Sanskrit"? [more inside]
I need an epic, but turn-based, game to play with friend in another state.
I want to play an excellent turn-based computer/iOS game remotely with a friend who is stuck inside after major surgery. Something where each player makes 1-3 moves a day, yet it is still fun. Any suggestions? [more inside]
Empathy
E Trade commercial music
Just another "can you name that tune" question, soft instrumental edition. [more inside]
What's the best online service for an all iOS household to store and share photos?
A friend of mine is moving to an all-iOS home infrastructure:
- iPhones
- iPad
- airprint printer
- Apple TV
No computer. Their died and they're not buying a new one.
They don't have much or any local music or video content, but do have a ton of photos (like over 16GB by some large amount).
What's the best way that you can think of, without them having to buy a computer, of storing photos and sharing them amongst all of their devices and with other people. Interested in hearing about both free and paid services. Also interested in camera app recommendations, other app recommendations, and service recommendations.
This question gives some interesting camera app recommendations and I'll send that to him as well.
Thank you.
posted by reddot at 9:04 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by reddot at 9:04 AM PST - 15 comments
When do I tell my boss I'm applying for another job?
When should I tell my supervisor about a job within our organization that I intend to apply for? [more inside]
Identify science fiction short story
Identify this science fiction short story, possibly by Isaac Asimov. The few survivors on a marooned space ship play a game of wits to stay alive. [more inside]
posted by lewedswiver at 8:41 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by lewedswiver at 8:41 AM PST - 3 comments
Help! Fiance wants my ex, his friend, in wedding party.
[WeddingDramaFilter] My fiance wants his best friend, my ex, who may still be in love with me, in the wedding party. And it gets more complex from there. Help me figure it all out! [more inside]
Any hope?
My wife and I are becoming incompatible, can this be fixed or should I start thinking about heading for the exit [more inside]
Help me make a Dirndl?
Where can I find a pattern for a modern dirndl-style summer dress? [more inside]
posted by permiechickie at 8:32 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by permiechickie at 8:32 AM PST - 14 comments
Vien-Suong-Loi incense
Vien-Suong-Loi. Spiral, hanging incense from Vietnam. Where can I find it in NY? [more inside]
Seeking the Title of An Out of Print, Science Fiction Novel
I'm looking for the title of a novel. The novel is set in the future, in a utopian society. Men and women have reverted to sexist roles (men farm and women cook and clean). The protagonist is a young woman, who runs away from home to go join one of the many military schools populating her country. The book has a male author, and last I checked it was no longer in print. [more inside]
posted by emilynoa at 8:08 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by emilynoa at 8:08 AM PST - 4 comments
How many people lived in the U.S. between 1974 and 2004?
[MathFilter] How many people were alive in the U.S. between 1974 and 2004? [more inside]
Where's Painting's Cutting Edge?
Any recommendations for blogs/sites about the cutting edge of contemporary painting? I'm casting a wide net here in terms of subject matter, abstraction vs. representation, etc.
What to shred, grind, smash and such
Got a norwalk juicer. Not here yet but tell me your favorite things to make with it, juices and otherwise. [more inside]
Clicky clicky
Moving windows or palettes around in Photoshop CS5.1 on Mac OS X 10.7.3 is a total nightmare. This is the only app giving me this problem. Halp. [more inside]
Things to do and see in Finland
I'm going to be in Helsinki next weekend, and in Turku for an afternoon. However, the only guide book I can find for the city is from 2006. Any recommendations on interesting thigns to see and cheap places to eat? [more inside]
Apple[Awesome]Sauce
Looking for recommendations for beautiful, unique, high-quality iPad apps (and/or references to sites that share lists of such apps). [more inside]
posted by sprocket87 at 7:07 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by sprocket87 at 7:07 AM PST - 15 comments
The only handbag I'll ever need?
I’m looking for the ideal grown-up handbag: classy and trend-proof, durable, and nice enough to wear with a suit. But I have very specific tastes, and I’d rather not spend an arm and a leg. [more inside]
Children's-Book-Filter: Dead missionary parents, New England island, driving on ice
Children's novel: Protagonist is the son of deceased missionaries, retaining only a comforter and a photograph. He lives with an aunt and uncle, and the plot concerns his reintegration into non-missionary society. Setting is an island in New England, and there are scenes of driving on the ice in the winter to get to the mainland. [more inside]
How have John Dewey's theories about thinking and learning held up over time?
How have John Dewey's theories about thinking and learning held up over time? [more inside]
posted by jwhite1979 at 6:37 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by jwhite1979 at 6:37 AM PST - 2 comments
Do real estate brokers get a commission when they are buying a house themselves?
Do real estate brokers get "discounts" on homes they purchase? [more inside]
posted by letahl at 6:07 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by letahl at 6:07 AM PST - 19 comments
How do I fix this hard drive?
Best way to scan printed book to ebook?
I need to take an already-printed book and scan it into a format appropriate for e-book publishing on say the Amazon Kindle store and similar. I do not have the original book proofs in digital format. If I simply took the book to Kinko's and had it scanned as images or a PDF, would that be likely to work well or is there a better option? What resolution and format would be best?
posted by shivohum at 3:57 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by shivohum at 3:57 AM PST - 14 comments
Good London neighborhoods to stay and eat in for someone traveling alone?
Visiting London for the first time, alone - Have any recommendations as to where to stay or eat comfortably? [more inside]
posted by xiadagio at 3:55 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by xiadagio at 3:55 AM PST - 26 comments
Looking for a new TV
So I'm looking for a new TV and of course I want the most cost effective for my needs. The thing is I will use it exclusively with my HTPC which is connected to my surround system, meaning I don't need sound, a smart TV, hard drive, 3D, Internet or networking capabilities or any sort of receiver. All I really need is kind of a big computer monitor. It should of course have a great picture. Can you recommend me something? Price can be up to 600€, size around 40-42 in., for screen type I don't have preferences (not beamer).
Can you help me figure out the lyrics to the song Sweet Life?
I'm trying to figure out the lyrics to Sweet Life by Roberto Cacciapaglia, off The Ann Steel Album. I've figured out most of them, but there are some parts that I can't quite make out. Can you help? I've put what I've made out of the lyrics below the cut. [more inside]
posted by Kattullus at 2:18 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Kattullus at 2:18 AM PST - 4 comments
Should I buy an urban cruiser bike, and is a single-speed version going to make me happy?
About to buy a city bike. Are urban cruisers as good as I've heard? Is a single-speed bike comfortable for commuting? Best brands of same in Canada? [more inside]
posted by L'Estrange Fruit at 1:29 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by L'Estrange Fruit at 1:29 AM PST - 21 comments
What sould I know about attending a live WWE taping?
So, a ticket to the taping of Smackdown in Newark today at the prudential center pretty much fell into my lap. I've been to a number of EVOLVE and other indy wrestling shows, but never a WWE taping. Can you give me any tips, etiquette, advice or anything I should know or keep in mind? [more inside]
posted by ShawnStruck at 12:20 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by ShawnStruck at 12:20 AM PST - 2 comments
March 19
Recommendations from locals in Kips Bay, Manhattan
I will be staying in a rented apartment at 28th St and 2nd Ave in the Kips Bay Area of New York City for a week at the end of April. Can anyone familiar with the area (Kips Bay, Manhattan) orient me to local transportation, fun activities, and good eats? [more inside]
posted by SamFrancisco at 11:37 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by SamFrancisco at 11:37 PM PST - 12 comments
Please recommend a book like Dr. Seuss Goes To War
Need a book recommendation for a friend. Something like "Dr. Seuss Goes To War". [more inside]
How does one 24 yr old fresh out of college make money while traveling? Starting in New York. Teaching English?
I am terrified to travel. Trying to overcome some of the most basic of challenges is intimidating such as where do I eat, where do I sleep, how do I make money all come to mind. I figure I keep a bag of rice with some peanut butter and oats on me for food. I'm thinking a tent for a place to sleep and panhandling if I wind up screwing this up too bad. I would day labor no problem if it comes down to it, wondering if anyone has any experience with this? I keep trying to find travel companions, but everyone keeps falling through. [more inside]
Proposing this Saturday, need a place to eat in Colorado that is Gluten/All Natural Friendly
Proposing this weekend, any restaurant ideas for after? [more inside]
Philosophy books for children?
Does anyone know of any books for children around the age of 9 (a rather intelligent 9 year old mind you) that explores philosophical concepts, specifically metaphysics and epistemology. I gave him some old philosophy textbooks of mine, but they were a little too much for him I think.
posted by fightoplankton at 10:21 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by fightoplankton at 10:21 PM PST - 24 comments
Refinish or am I just finished?
Can this piece of furniture be refinished or painted over? [more inside]
SEO in the middle?
SEO services - not too big, not too small. [more inside]
Upstairs, Downstairs
She needs to sleep early without any noise, mom and I need to use the kitchen which inevitably causes noise. Help! [more inside]
posted by oceanview at 9:05 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by oceanview at 9:05 PM PST - 37 comments
Need help choosing between Nikon 5100 and 7000
I have a Nikon D50. I am looking for an upgrade and am having a hard time choosing between D5100 and D7000. Would love to have your recommendation. Details inside. [more inside]
posted by justlooking at 8:50 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by justlooking at 8:50 PM PST - 15 comments
what do you mean exactly
What do you mean, exactly? This relates to friends & human interactions in general. I just don't know how to accurately tell if someone is being sincere or not [more inside]
How important is QA testing in software development?
I'm looking at a software company of about 30 developers. Everything looks great except there's no QA department. Is this a big warning sign? [more inside]
How is Chevy reliability?
How is Chevy reliability these days. Specifically the Equinox/GMC Terrain? [more inside]
posted by WinnipegDragon at 8:21 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by WinnipegDragon at 8:21 PM PST - 5 comments
Help me to efficiently and accurately search for a piece of cord!
My favorite ratty old coat is away at the tailor being freshened up. I need to order some replacement parts to give the man who's fixing my beloved outerwear, but I don't know what to call these parts when I'm googling for shopping options. I need help efficiently and accurately searching for a piece of cord with which to re-affix the fasteners to my coat. [more inside]
posted by treefort at 7:59 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by treefort at 7:59 PM PST - 4 comments
Bread machine recipes I can eat!
What are your favorite low-cal bread machine recipes? [more inside]
Can I buy a bike on marktplaats.nl and have it shipped to me in the US?
Can I buy a bike on marktplaats.nl and have it shipped to me in the US? I looked through the policies and stuff, and didn't see anything that would prevent it, but my Google Translate might be fooling me. [more inside]
posted by dammitjim at 6:28 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by dammitjim at 6:28 PM PST - 10 comments
How to boost adult confidence?
What are ways for men and women to increase confidence? [more inside]
How do I prep a car for a long road trip
How do I prepare my car for a long road trip? [more inside]
looking for a flip video camera replacement
Looking for a gift for my sister and her husband. Their Flip video camera recently died and they want a new portable video camera. Any recommendations? [more inside]
How (if i should) do I find my cat(s) a new home?
How (if i should) do I find my cat(s) a new home? Or Litter training 3: This time it's purrsonal. [more inside]
Name that Tune!
What is the music in the background of this video? Bonus: Where else has it been featured? It is so familiar it's driving me batty.
posted by Ducks or monkeys at 4:31 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Ducks or monkeys at 4:31 PM PST - 9 comments
I could use help figuring out what to do with my life.
I was recently accepted into graduate school (pursuing my MFA in nonfiction writing) but after doing some thinking, I'm pretty sure I'm not going to go. I'd like some different viewpoints, however.
But what's more pressing is that, if I don't go, I'm not sure what I'm going to do with my life right now. And for that, I could use (a lot of) advice. [more inside]
It's a birthday #!/bin/bash
In search of nerdy birthday bash one (or two) liner. [more inside]
posted by mrzarquon at 3:32 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by mrzarquon at 3:32 PM PST - 9 comments
Mad Men Analysis
I would like to find some high quality Mad Men analysis. Is it out there? [more inside]
posted by crapples at 3:31 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by crapples at 3:31 PM PST - 26 comments
Choice of schoo makes little difference ?
How much effect does a choice of high school have on a childs educational outcomes ? [more inside]
posted by southof40 at 3:19 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by southof40 at 3:19 PM PST - 14 comments
Help me find a Google Desktop replacement
Please recommend for me a new search tool to replace Google Desktop. Ideally I want something that searches the full text of all files, that covers everything on my hard drive plus Google Docs. I want it to be fast, offer results in context, and have a simple interface that offers 'sort by relevance' and 'sort by date.' I use Ubuntu. [more inside]
Flat network with a tunnel in the middle?
I need to set up a VPN between two Juniper Netscreens... with some strange requirements. Is it possible? [more inside]
posted by routergirl at 2:58 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by routergirl at 2:58 PM PST - 29 comments
Post wedding eats in Florence, Italy?
Restaurant or cafe recommendation in Florence, Itay (preferably near the Uffizi, other minor snowflake details within)? [more inside]
posted by moxiequz at 2:53 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by moxiequz at 2:53 PM PST - 6 comments
What's the best Three Stooges film?
A modern day Three Stooges movie is coming out in a month or two. Saw the previews recently with my ten-year-old son and he laughed so, so hard. Until then, can you recommend any original Three Stooges film that might be better than the others, or be considered a "classic"? I've never seen any myself, and the little man and I would like to see the best example(s) of what made them so popular back in the day.
Jalapeno-cheddar sausage + ?? = dinner bliss
Jalapeno-cheddar sausages go with... WHAT, exactly? Help me figure out dinner tonight, please! [more inside]
How do MA students live?
How do all of the people getting master's degrees in NYC support themselves? [more inside]
posted by goosechasing at 2:13 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by goosechasing at 2:13 PM PST - 21 comments
We'll file the hacksaw under "last resort."
Is there a trick to opening one of the new Xbox 360 hard drives without damaging the actual HDD? [more inside]
What setting of the Magnificat is this? (from piano melody)
What setting of the Magnificat is this? I sang it when young but cannot identify it now - help! [more inside]
posted by ChristopherS at 2:09 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by ChristopherS at 2:09 PM PST - 2 comments
I just flew in from Pittsboigh, and boy are my ahms tired!
What can you recommend as a good history of the Catskills area nightclubs (the "Borscht Belt") circa pre-WWII to say, the late 1960s?
posted by BostonTerrier at 1:53 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by BostonTerrier at 1:53 PM PST - 4 comments
Improbable Seas
Give me some examples in media of the creation/summoning/existence of an improbable sea. [more inside]
How do you get into Nature? Publish, publish, publish!
Can you recommend a good book/guide to writing scientific research papers (for publication)? [more inside]
How do I add a personal touch to a letter when I have terrible handwriting?
I want to send a letter with a personal touch but I have horrific handwriting. [more inside]
posted by neilb449 at 1:09 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by neilb449 at 1:09 PM PST - 31 comments
Phones with Friends
What are the advantages of owning the same brand of smartphone as your friends? Or to ask the same question another way: if all my friends have iPhones, what will I miss out on by getting an Android? [more inside]
posted by 2bucksplus at 12:41 PM PST - 50 comments
posted by 2bucksplus at 12:41 PM PST - 50 comments
There will be many more questions.
Ciao Roma! I have two questions about traveling TO and THROUGH Rome this summer. [more inside]
Building better worlds ... for real?
Minneapolis Mystery Musician.
Singer-songwriter from Minneapolis. Featured on an afternoon NPR program in late 2001 or early 2002. Mentioned seeing Paul Westerberg ride past him on a bike. Who are you? [more inside]
posted by playertobenamedlater at 12:17 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by playertobenamedlater at 12:17 PM PST - 4 comments
Can you help me sniff out some possible astroturfing?
Can you help me sniff out some possible astroturfing? [more inside]
Why are there sounds in this video in space?
How was the sound recorded from this recent 'Riding the Booster' video? [more inside]
posted by zackola at 11:56 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by zackola at 11:56 AM PST - 6 comments
Looking for reasonably priced new laptop
Looking for a new laptop.
Mostly web surfing, watch a lot of online videos, could do with at least 400GB hard drive (more would be useful) for storing podcasts/music. On that note, decent speakers would be nice. [more inside]
Power supply fan starts and stops, why?
The fan in the power supply on my PC has been briefly cutting out, about once every 30 seconds. This makes the sound kind of annoying. Do I need to replace the entire power supply or can I just replace the fan? [more inside]
posted by RobotHero at 11:13 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by RobotHero at 11:13 AM PST - 17 comments
Help me make planet dice.
Is there an easy way to map a sphere onto a dodecahedron? I'm playing with the idea of generating "planet dice." [more inside]
How to get involved in CCR5 HIV research?
I am homozygous CCR5 delta32, and I've been wondering about getting involved in HIV (or other) research. Can someone tell me how I would go about that? [more inside]
Replace ESPN.com
I'm tired of ESPN. I dislike its ethics, and much of its content. I still love sports. What are my best replacement options in terms of websites?
posted by Arquimedez Pozo at 10:41 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by Arquimedez Pozo at 10:41 AM PST - 21 comments
Plays for Women: Suggestions?
Anyone know of some Strong Comedies for a mostly female cast? I'm looking for something that laughs easy but isn't campy and has some underlying substance to it. Suggestions?
Alone in the kitchen with indecision
What are your meal-planning-for-one tips, tricks and best practices? [more inside]
posted by lunasol at 10:28 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by lunasol at 10:28 AM PST - 22 comments
Help GF deal with recurring ED thoughts?
My girlfriend confided in me that old thoughts from her days of having an active eating disorder are cropping up again. Help me help her. [more inside]
music for an interstellar assembly line
Help me find more long, repetitive, hypnotic, electronic music similar to Black Meteoric Star. [more inside]
posted by czytm at 10:08 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by czytm at 10:08 AM PST - 7 comments
Thank-you note workplace ettiquette?
Do I get a gift for this very senior person in my company who took the time to speak with me and bought me lunch? [more inside]
Manager promised what she couldn't deliver
Feel like I got massively screwed over at work for being a trusting idiot - should I make a fuss or just let it go? [more inside]
Help me make this suck less
I've got sinus surgery scheduled for the middle of the week. What do I need to have on hand or do to be completely prepared? [more inside]
posted by terrierhead at 9:21 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by terrierhead at 9:21 AM PST - 18 comments
Standard medical clearance form?
Is there a standard medical clearance form for immigration purposes? [more inside]
I think I hate my Volkswagen.
Why is my check engine light coming on and off? And can I wait to get it fixed? [more inside]
posted by ablazingsaddle at 9:12 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by ablazingsaddle at 9:12 AM PST - 20 comments
Sonos alternatives for pre-wired speakers?
My house is pre-wired for Sonos, and has speaker cable running from the basement to 6 speakers embedded in the ceiling (2 ceiling speakers in each of 3 zones). I don't want to spend $1500 and I don't need to have more than one zone running at a time. What are my options? Since I have to hook up the receiver in the basement I'd want to control everything from my ipad/iphone (including the switch between zones) and have access to streaming music and streaming radio.
Help me take more offense so I stop offending others
Is there a way for me to increase my sensitivity to the insults of others, and thus maybe decrease my aggressiveness/harshness? I think I don't take enough offense, and so don't realize how offensive I am. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 8:34 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by anonymous at 8:34 AM PST - 23 comments
WWII Museum and dodging Final Four fans
Can anyone comment on the "Behind the Lines" tour at the National WWII Museum? And also, we'll be there on Final Four weekend, but care nothing for basketball; any ideas for what to do and what not to try to do? [more inside]
posted by wenestvedt at 8:10 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by wenestvedt at 8:10 AM PST - 6 comments
Name that mystery Asian man!
A friend of mine has a large black and white painting of a distinguished Chinese man, next to some text, and under some other text. Can you translate these texts and identify this man? [more inside]
posted by crookedneighbor at 7:10 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by crookedneighbor at 7:10 AM PST - 14 comments
dumped for vague reason
What do you do when you are dumped, because even though everything is going well, "something is not there" and "things are not progressing"? [more inside]
Updown vs.Downtown
Need an explaination regarding NYC only. Uptown vs. downtown! [more inside]
allergy testing
Is there a reliable way to test for food allergies, without seeing an allergist? [more inside]
Ow, ow, ow
3-day walk in Scotland
What's a good itinerary for a 3-day walk in Scotland? Part of the West Highland Way, or the Great Glen Way? [more inside]
posted by destrius at 1:57 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by destrius at 1:57 AM PST - 21 comments
Being Mentored by Boss and Colleagues are Feeling Insecure!
How should I handle this tricky situation at work? My boss has taken me under her wing to guide me on the path of success. I feel she did this because I was open to her assistance. We have now developed a friendly "quid pro quo" type of agreement. She assists me by sharing her expertise on certain work-related items and vice-versa. I will in turn share with my colleagues when I feel capable of doing so. Some of my closest colleagues are feeling insecure about my friendly and close relationship with our boss. It seems like they feel threatened by it...like they think I am privy to all this "important information" that I won't share with them. [more inside]
posted by thatgirl1985 at 1:40 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by thatgirl1985 at 1:40 AM PST - 15 comments
US to New Caledonia
Can anyone tell me the most time-efficient and cost-efficient route from the US West coast to Noumea, New Caledonia? [more inside]
posted by thewalrus at 1:10 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by thewalrus at 1:10 AM PST - 4 comments
Give me happy violin music!
March 18
Setting Limits
I need help setting limits and protecting my feelings in friendships with men. [more inside]
how to tell if a shy guy likes you?
how can you tell if a sort of shy guy is into you? [more inside]
Car-less in Harrisburg
Is Harrisburg, PA a decent place to live without a car? [more inside]
posted by Winnemac at 10:13 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Winnemac at 10:13 PM PST - 5 comments
How do I talk about something deeply embarrassing?
My husband dribbles on the floor in front of the toilet when he pees in the toilet. I am mortified at the prospect of bringing this up with him, and he is likely to be mortified to hear it. Help? [more inside]
How do you deal with verbal abuse in the workplace?
How do you deal with verbal abuse in your workplace? [more inside]
posted by marimeko at 9:57 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by marimeko at 9:57 PM PST - 21 comments
Vax vs Anti-vax
Please help me understand the infant vaccination/anti-vaccination debate. [more inside]
posted by tim_in_oz at 9:27 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by tim_in_oz at 9:27 PM PST - 21 comments
GPR physio in Toronto
Please help me be an ex-hunchback! Does anyone know of a physio clinic in Toronto that offers Global Postural Reeducation (GPR or RPG)? Anecdotes of experience with this method, or suggestions for other methods of correcting poor posture are welcome as well.
posted by khregs at 9:15 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by khregs at 9:15 PM PST - 3 comments
How to enter the dating scene gracefully, in your twenties.
In my mid-20s. Am just now really getting into the dating scene. Help me figure out how not to deal with this like a teenager. [more inside]
Bakingfilter: how do I do it?
Inventing a recipe: how do I know if something will bake solid? [more inside]
Engineering Filter: Volume of water at high pressure and temperature. details inside
Can anyone tell me the density of water at 200GPa (pressure) and 210deg Celsius. The volume of water in questions is 1,500,000L or 1.5km3 at 0GPa and 0degC. [more inside]
posted by Under the Sea at 8:32 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Under the Sea at 8:32 PM PST - 12 comments
Yes, it's a nice Gothic black, but why else does my router need to avoid sunlight?
Why does my router need to be placed out of direct sunlight? [more inside]
posted by limeonaire at 8:31 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by limeonaire at 8:31 PM PST - 9 comments
How to get to Arlington, TX from DAL
Flying into Dallas Love Field Airport late in evening. How best to get to Arlington, TX? [more inside]
posted by anya32 at 8:26 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by anya32 at 8:26 PM PST - 2 comments
What flower is this?
Historical Flight Data
How can I find data on whether a flight from the recent past (less than a week) was delayed or not? [more inside]
Help me confuse my officemates with a YouTube playlist from Mars!
PowerPoint elegance for absolute beginners
I have given hundreds of lectures to audiences of all sizes and compositions, but I have never given a PowerPoint lecture. Help a complete novice do a great job the first time. [more inside]
Road trip recommendations in the USA or Canada?
My husband and I have just returned from a great trip to West Texas; both back to work tomorrow. In order to keep our sanity, need to start planning the next road trip. Any suggestions? Probably no more than 10-12 days during the summer and we are willing to fly to a start off point. We like to linger. Preferably in the US or Canada.
Things To Make A Soundcard Depressed
Please recommend me pretty electronic music for my earholes. [more inside]
Maddening madness
I would like to watch March Madness online. I am even happy to pay NCAA.com the $3.99 they want. But I am not currently in the US. Two questions:
1. If someone in the US purchased a pass for me and then gave me the log-in info, would it work for me to log in overseas? from overseas I am blocked when I try to purchase a pass.
2. Alternatively, if that is not possible, do I have any other options for watching March Madness? Google is proving surprisingly useless.
posted by resiny at 6:02 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by resiny at 6:02 PM PST - 5 comments
How can I stop a smell if I can't smell anything?
What can I do about cat smells in my house? I'm freaking out a little. [more inside]
posted by zutalors! at 6:01 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by zutalors! at 6:01 PM PST - 27 comments
Explanation of my Holland Codes career inventory type?
Anyone know about the Holland Codes personality assessment for career planning? [more inside]
What are the best exercises to strengthen my core that I can do at home without expensive equipment?
What are the best exercises to strengthen my core that I can do at home without expensive equipment? [more inside]
posted by MaryDellamorte at 5:31 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by MaryDellamorte at 5:31 PM PST - 23 comments
Are there ideal numbers to have in a basketball "Square pool"?
Math/sports question! I entered a "Square pool" (purely theoretical money at stake :) ), for the NCAA basketball tournament. I am curious if there are better numbers to have, and why that would be the case. More information inside. [more inside]
posted by JoeGoblin at 4:58 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by JoeGoblin at 4:58 PM PST - 7 comments
what is the name of this werewolf love song?
What is the name of that song about a werewolf in love? [more inside]
posted by dolce_voce at 4:54 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by dolce_voce at 4:54 PM PST - 4 comments
What to do with a broken MacBook?
And in the laundry room, an original Daniel Edwards
What is this thing on my wall? This is on the wall of our laundry room, and I don't know what it is.
I want to add shelving in the area, so can I remove it without causing a problem?
NSFW only if you have imaginative farsighted co-workers. [more inside]
posted by jsmith77 at 4:25 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by jsmith77 at 4:25 PM PST - 14 comments
Help me eat a balanced meal
I saw a nutritionist and she recommended for lunch and dinner I make sure that 50% of my meal be vegetables, 25% lean protein, and 25% a starch of whole grains with only a minimal amount of dressing or oil for cooking. Beans are great, but count as a starch and a protein. The vegetables can really be any vegetable except potatoes (too starchy). So far I've been (1) eating salads with chicken or pork and (2) vegetable fajitas with whole wheat tortillas and beans (maybe too starchy because it counts as two starches, but I like it).
Any other ideas for these eating parameters? I need suggestions for things that I can cook at home very quickly (preparation and cooling 20 minutes or less really don't have a lot of time) and things that I can order in restaurants.
Thanks!!!!
Can you help me decline an open dinner invitation?
How do I decline an open dinner invitation from an acquaintance with whom I do not wish to spend time? [more inside]
posted by kellygreen at 4:05 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by kellygreen at 4:05 PM PST - 17 comments
Help my family use our iPhones without data plans!
AT&T's mandatory iPhone data plan is killin' me! [more inside]
What is the best method to paint this hideous clock?
How to get my girlfriend a mohawk?
My girlfriend is hoping to get a mohawk. Any tips? [more inside]
What are these large metal objects?
What are these large metal objects? [more inside]
posted by andrewpendleton at 2:43 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by andrewpendleton at 2:43 PM PST - 8 comments
What happened to Ecler?
Ecler is a Spain-bases audio manufacturer, including for DJ equipment. However, they haven't made a new DJ mixer or updated their website in years. Does anyone have any idea what is up with the company?
Romantic Italian get-away on a thread-bare shoestring budget?
My SO are trying to plan a short, romantic trip to Italy for our 3rd anniversary. Flying out from London for two nights in May, mid-week (if that matters). What small, pretty, fairly quiet town would you suggest? [more inside]
Product Management/Development Books
Good Product Management/ Product Development Books [more inside]
posted by pakora1 at 1:33 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by pakora1 at 1:33 PM PST - 1 comment
Wanderlust
My Italian nephew is the proud owner of a Greyhound bus pass. His pass is valid for two months, he speaks decent English, loves nature, and he is not afraid to sleep on the bus. He just arrived from New York City to Oklahoma City, where he will be based for a while. What loops around the US should he travel?
posted by francesca too at 1:16 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by francesca too at 1:16 PM PST - 18 comments
How much does it cost to create one job?
In startup businesses, how much funding is required, on average, to create one job? I'm looking for hard data, ideally broken out for different industries. [more inside]
How to find a girlfriend?
Im 22 years old college male and never had a serious relationship. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. [more inside]
Just found out my religious friend is (sort of) anti-gay
My somewhat newly religious friend told me that because of his spiritual beliefs he now believes that homosexuality is wrong because God planned men and women to procreate, and gay relationships don't follow that plan. He also said he is pro gay marriage because he views that as more of a political or practical issue and doesn't think that religion should be used as a justification for laws that also govern the non-religious. How should I take this? [more inside]
A hole on my head
For reasons not worth explaining at this juncture, a large chunk of my hair has been removed from the back of my head. I have to Go Out tonight, and my hairdresser is unavailable on Sundays. Anything I can do? (Or, failing that, calm me down with soothing words of reassurance?) [more inside]
posted by btfreek at 11:14 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by btfreek at 11:14 AM PST - 21 comments
How can I unlatch a casement window with a broken latch?
The locking latch is broken on one of the casement windows in our home. Can you help us get it open? [more inside]
Dealing with childish behavior in adult relationships
My partner often behaves in a way that I consider to be very childish. How to deal? [more inside]
How to create a wireless network that uses another wireless network for internet access?
Network configuration question: I have a desktop with a wifi card, a wireless router, and an external wireless connection I have access to. I want to connect the desktop to the external wireless connection, then connect the wireless router to the desktop, creating a second wireless network with internet access. [more inside]
posted by jsturgill at 11:05 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by jsturgill at 11:05 AM PST - 2 comments
Looking for more Asian horror movies
Please recommend me some Asian (supernatural) horror movies to watch. Problem is: I have already watched most or all of the classics, so I need some fresh suggestions, preferably something from the last 3-5 years.
Color laser printer for home use
Suggest me a very good, affordable color laser printer that will print crisp images of newspaper clippings and website pages? [more inside]
I still feel like a wizard every time...
I fold my t-shirts like this. Lately, though, I've acquired a lot of long-sleeved thermals that I like to wear. Is there a comparable method of folding long-sleeved shirts? If not, what's your favorite quick and consistent long-sleeved-shirt folding method? (Extra points if it also works for bulkier stuff like sweaters and sweatshirts.)
posted by naturalog at 10:02 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by naturalog at 10:02 AM PST - 8 comments
How do I accept the fact that I destroyed a relationship that was very important to me?
How do I accept that I destroyed my relationship, learn to forgive myself and eventually move on to something new? Lots of snowflake details inside. [more inside]
posted by farce majeure at 9:14 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by farce majeure at 9:14 AM PST - 23 comments
How do you survive an attack by a mountain lion?
How do you survive an attack by a mountain lion? [more inside]
posted by tracert at 8:49 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by tracert at 8:49 AM PST - 23 comments
Help me find jeans
In an act of stupidity, I ripped a pair of Julian Red jeans that I liked a lot. I am trying to find a new pair but can't find anywhere that sells them. [more inside]
Pro-level coaches do what again?
What do professional-level coaches of team sports do to coach their teams? Obviously there's the Xs and Os component of the job, and managing player rotations during the game, but there must be a ton more that they do, especially between games. So what does that level of coaching look like? (I'm thinking especially about basketball and American football, but accounts from other sports are welcome.)
If I Save on Skin Care, I Can Send my Kid to Summer Camp!
When it comes to skin care products, are CVS/Walgreen's (or generic of your choice) brands the same as L'oreal, Olay, etc.? [more inside]
posted by kinetic at 8:10 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by kinetic at 8:10 AM PST - 9 comments
How to teach children about the passage of time?
Can anyone direct me to a video, movie, kid's book or comic book that explains the passage of time to a 4 year old? i.e. "This is how time passes from point A to point B." in a visual way? Google/Bing/DuckDuckGo fu all fail and just return how to teach kids to tell time on a clock (useful, but not what I am looking for).
posted by smallerdemon at 8:02 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by smallerdemon at 8:02 AM PST - 12 comments
Garage Insurance
We have a property with a house and garage, and we are going to have the unrepairable house torn down. Our insurance company says they can't insure an outbuilding, because they only insure houses. We really don't want to leave the house standing, but the garage is new and we'd like to keep it. Any suggestions?
Walk me through a multivariate regression
Stats filter. I am doing multivariate regression for the first time and I want to understand what I'm doing, having gone beyond my formal training. I have many possible ways I could formulate the regression (different variables to include) and I want to find a model that is both the best possible fit while using the fewest number of variables. How? [more inside]
Two People. Sharing.
My fiancee and I are finally ending the long-distance part of our LDR. Hooray! She'll be moving in with me and will be financially dependent on me for some time. I am very comfortable with this, she is less so. Please give us some guidance regarding how to handle this. [more inside]
posted by benbenson at 7:22 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by benbenson at 7:22 AM PST - 10 comments
Why stop the swelling?
Mrs. Musofire strained her ankle. Why are we icing it? [more inside]
posted by musofire at 6:58 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by musofire at 6:58 AM PST - 7 comments
I have enough male friends.
Men love being my friend but not dating me. Am I doing something wrong? [more inside]
posted by unannihilated at 6:24 AM PST - 49 comments
posted by unannihilated at 6:24 AM PST - 49 comments
Babyfriendly eating in Rome?
We're going to Rome in a month's time, and are looking for great places to eat that won't mind us bringing our baby along.
Any other tips for enjoying Rome with a push chair/stroller are also welcome!
I suck at being gay
I suck at being gay. [more inside]
Anyone know of a wireless Cherry MX Blue keyboard?
Anyone know of a wireless Cherry MX Blue keyboard? [more inside]
posted by Pterofractal at 1:58 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Pterofractal at 1:58 AM PST - 2 comments
How to organize a Library (of books)?
How can I organize a whole lot of (8000ish) fiction books in a children's library?
If alphabetized under genre is the best way, how can I clearly and easily instruct others to figure out the genre of all the books and which genres should I use? And what should I do about all the hundreds of very skinny emergent reader books? [more inside]
Where can I find this light fixture?
Can you identify this light fixture? Photo 1, Photo 2. Where can it be purchased? Asking for a friend based in the Boston area.
March 17
help us quiet barky mcbarkypants
Is there a way for us to endear ourselves to the barking terror next door so that we don't have to listen to his aggressiveness every time we open the door out back? [more inside]
posted by adrianna aria at 11:44 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by adrianna aria at 11:44 PM PST - 15 comments
Where can I find a guitar buddy in NYC?
Where can I find a guitar buddy in NYC? [more inside]
posted by joeyjoejoejr at 11:42 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by joeyjoejoejr at 11:42 PM PST - 4 comments
That floaty thing with feathers springs eternal etc.
Looking for stories, sayings, myths, etc dealing with hope. [more inside]
posted by actionpact at 11:12 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by actionpact at 11:12 PM PST - 11 comments
Suggest unto me a fake self-tanning lotion that wont make me smell goofy or look filthy!
Suggest unto me a fake self-tanning lotion that wont make me smell goofy or look filthy! [more inside]
How Much Should I be paid for Web Content And Marketing Gig?
What should I be paid? My job is essentially a combination of marketing and web content creation. I write blog and page content for the website of a retail company.
My writing requires an in-depth and technical knowledge about the general field as well as an intimate knowledge about how to convey this information in an attractive way to the consumer base. I constantly update my own knowledge in order to provide this content.
I write consumer friendly technical info for the individual products as well as more elaborate landing pages to bring google ad traffic to. I add in-depth daily blog posts. I am also expected to manage the email marketing and as well as the online Google ads. Since I have begun this work, the readership and web sales have shot up and I expect it to continue to climb. [more inside]
Change of address in New York
Questions about New York DMV records of my change of address. [more inside]
posted by jejune at 9:16 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by jejune at 9:16 PM PST - 4 comments
Meetup groups for younger people? Need help with some ideas
A while back I asked a question on what a single guy in NYC should do to meet women and I got some great suggestions but I need help implementing that advice [more inside]
My spidey sense feels like burning
Bug bite filter: I woke up with three painful welts that I suspect are insect or spider bites. One of them looks potentially worrisome. Gross bug bite descriptions inside. [more inside]
posted by Mrs.Spiffy at 7:51 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Mrs.Spiffy at 7:51 PM PST - 18 comments
What just happened with this guy?
What just happened in this relationship? [more inside]
Help me make a mask of doom
Trying to make paper mache masks (more specifically Hei's mask from Darker than Black, and other white background masks), need help on how to make it faster/more efficiently. [more inside]
posted by Angel of Khaos at 6:59 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Angel of Khaos at 6:59 PM PST - 8 comments
I just want to wake up like a normal person
Existential panic in the mornings that subsides shortly after waking up. Is this just another stage in getting over a breakup? [more inside]
posted by sockomatic at 6:52 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by sockomatic at 6:52 PM PST - 14 comments
Does anybody know where I can find orchestral scores on the web?
Does anybody know where I can find orchestral scores on the web? [more inside]
How to be notified when new issues of comic books come out?
Is there a way to be notified when new issues of specific comic books are released? [more inside]
The Little Red Bumps Are Firmly In Control
Navigating healthcare services?
How can I be the best advocate for myself getting the best health care possible with a myriad of complicated chronic health problems and symptoms while on medicaid? [more inside]
Manage my Finances
Does anyone else manage their finances in excel? How exactly do you do it? I would like to manage my (pretty straight forward) personal finances. Alternatives to excel welcome. [more inside]
Niacin for migraines
Do you use niacin to combat migraine? Please tell me about it. [more inside]
Don't say "ITunes"
I need a music player for Mac OS that emulates Windows Winamp. [more inside]
Help me blog with my iPad
What is the best solution for blogging with an iPad? Is anyone actually doing this? I'd like to be able to travel with just an ipad and a bluetooth keyboard instead of my laptop. What I need: CC photo search and image resizing, the ability to easily add links, and upload to a wordpress blog to which I'm a contributor. Blogsy looks pretty good. What say you Metafilterers? Doable? Pipe dream? Be honest.
Help me become Ms. Clean(er).
CleanPersonFilter: I'm driving my mother crazy. [more inside]
posted by woodvine at 2:32 PM PST - 40 comments
posted by woodvine at 2:32 PM PST - 40 comments
Is $36k a reasonable professional salary for a non-profit job in a mid-range cost-of-living city?
Is $36k a decent salary? I'm weighing job options and could use some help assessing the salary factor. [more inside]
The car that idled way too slow
The car had run out of gas. When it got gas and finally started, it ran very strangely. How come? [more inside]
Literary and cinematic references to sleep?
What are your favorite films, stories, poems, or passages about sleep? [more inside]
Chicago Wedding Catering
Does anyone know any good caterers for a wedding in Chicago? [more inside]
How do I avoid wrinkly pimples and pimply wrinkles?
Getting older has no visible benefits? [more inside]
posted by masquesoporfavor at 1:11 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by masquesoporfavor at 1:11 PM PST - 38 comments
Can a person really change? Examples please
I need true and well known examples of a person who has truly redeemed or changed him/herself. [more inside]
posted by Barium232 at 1:10 PM PST - 39 comments
posted by Barium232 at 1:10 PM PST - 39 comments
How to make a tree graph
Help me find software to make tree graphs. [more inside]
in search of an apartment exchange website
[Apartment Exchange Question] I have looked through the archives and didn't find anything recent that was on point. I am in search of recommendations on reputable apartment exchange websites... [more inside]
Formatting MS Access report with subreports and subforms in pivot views
Microsoft Access: Help me streamline (or completely automate) creating weekly reports that include tables and charts. I'm almost there, but I just can't wrangle the formatting. Is it me or is it Access? [more inside]
posted by GPF at 11:45 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by GPF at 11:45 AM PST - 6 comments
How to view geo specific web content from anywhere in the country?
How to view geo specific web content from anywhere in the country? [more inside]
Maybe I Shouldn't Buy Mall Jewelry?
I cannot figure out how to wear a necklace I bought (at a mall stand in New Orleans). It consists of one long silver chain with two sparkly Swarovski beads at the ends and a silver open loop in the middle. Here's a couple of pictures. [more inside]
posted by bearwife at 11:05 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by bearwife at 11:05 AM PST - 11 comments
Items with NEGATIVE VALUE: Metal Bedframes
In this old house in which I find myself living, useless metal bedframes have been kicking around here for eighteen years. What should I do with them? [more inside]
posted by shipbreaker at 11:02 AM PST - 22 comments
posted by shipbreaker at 11:02 AM PST - 22 comments
will a smoker's washer/dryer make my clothes smell?
Should I buy a washer/dryer from someone who smokes? [more inside]
Probably not just a nervous habit
My dog is biting her nails. What should I do? [more inside]
Oh, that dog o'mine
I need a dog harness that doesn't touch the neck. [more inside]
posted by griphus at 9:44 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by griphus at 9:44 AM PST - 10 comments
Is silica cat litter flushable?
Can I safely flush silica cat litter down the toilet? [more inside]
completely alone after breakup
How do you get through a breakup when you are depressed and have no support system? [more inside]
Morally torn.
Dilemma: I plan to break up with my boyfriend but we live together. Our lease is up at the end of May. I know that the right thing to do would be to tell him now so he has time to find an apartment (I've started looking for one). What is the right thing to do here? [more inside]
Where did I hear this story about meeting Paddy Maloney?
About six months ago I listened to a recording of a guy telling a story about taking a trip to Ireland with a co-worker who he barely knew, and the co-worker's father turned out to be Paddy Maloney, of The Chieftains. Where did I hear this? [more inside]
posted by waldo at 8:47 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by waldo at 8:47 AM PST - 4 comments
How can I collect old, accurately represented painting on a budget?
I'd like to start collecting art. I know, collect what you love - and I intend to. This is for my home, though if the pieces also have financial value down the road, so much the better. I really like older, typically Renaissance or Medieval portraits or action-filled landscapes (particularly those that feature animals (e.g. da Vinci's Lady with Ermine). As a non-expert with a budget of <$500-$2000, how do I go about buying interesting art without being fleeced? [more inside]
Most intelligent and critical sources of information on food?
What are the best blogs, online periodicals, or discussion groups that address the history and consumption of food in an intelligent and critical way? (In other words, not just a place to swap recipes.) I would love to know where people find the most engaging ideas about food.
How to deal with a difficult mother.
I have a very difficult relationship with my mother. I now have a baby. Things are getting worse and I don't know what to do. Very long background inside. [more inside]
Need that crack! Err... 5-hour energy
I'm a healthy female in my late 20's. Every once in a while I need an extra "wake the f up" boost. Are there severe health risks in consuming a 5-hour energy once every week? What should I be looking out for if it becomes a problem?
Won't it still be "my" seat?
AmtrakFilter: I have a one-way ticket but now need to board the train later on the route than my departure city. Do I need to change the ticket with Amtrak or can I just board and claim my paid-for seat? [more inside]
it ain't no trick to get rich quick if you dig dig dig with a shovel or a pick
Backyard drainage/flooding issues: please help me choose an excavating contractor and get the job done right. [more inside]
posted by headnsouth at 7:42 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by headnsouth at 7:42 AM PST - 6 comments
Stubborn kid with encopresis.
Stubborn 12-year-old with primary retentive encopresis. Refuses help. What to do? [more inside]
What are some techniques I can use to make intercourse more pleasurable for my woman?
What are some techniques I can use to make intercourse more pleasurable for my woman? [more inside]
How do I gracefully curb my employee's know-it-all tendencies?
How do I gracefully curb my employee's know-it-all tendencies? [more inside]
Kids in New York
My wife, four sons (1, 3, 4 and 14) and I will be in NYC in April for three weeks. Other than the obvious (Children's toy museum, natural history museum, central park, zoo) what do people recommend we do, with or without children (if without, a babysitter service recommendation would be appreciated). [more inside]
We would rather not see your potty please
Help me hide me neighbors toilet... and all the other trash the have on the side of their house.
Looking for creative hedge ideas. We would like to plant a privacy hedge so we don't have to look out our windows and see our neighbor's junk. Our houses sit about 15ft apart on one side. It is only the front side yard we need to worry about as the back yard has a nice tall 8ft fence. Wish list inside. [more inside]
Video - e-life after death app?
Trying to find a video - fake commercial for a service that'll let you talk to loved ones after they die by letting an app mine their social networking data. Features a bloke receiving creepy messages from his dead wife / girlfriend.
posted by obiwanwasabi at 4:41 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by obiwanwasabi at 4:41 AM PST - 4 comments
Do you surrender your right to privacy when you contact someone in jail?
Do you surrender your right to privacy when you contact someone in jail? [more inside]
posted by bookman117 at 3:22 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by bookman117 at 3:22 AM PST - 7 comments
Homemade chocolate recipes sought. All sorts. That's all. Thank you.
Homemade chocolate recipes sought. All sorts. That's all. Thank you. [more inside]
Wifi + Android = Disaster (ok, that's an overstatement)
My wifi connection is driving me insane. I mean this literally. It is making my mobile reboot, freeze, etc. I offer a reward to anyone who solves this riddle. [more inside]
posted by mateuslee at 12:05 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by mateuslee at 12:05 AM PST - 18 comments
March 16
How to make new boxes in the "new" Facebook timeline
How can I create my own custom tabs/boxes/apps for my Facebook page using the new timeline? (link to example inside) [more inside]
posted by Unsomnambulist at 11:17 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Unsomnambulist at 11:17 PM PST - 2 comments
Menstruation: There's an App for That
Looking for a desktop application to track my menstrual "periods" and birth control schedule (kinda NSFW). [more inside]
posted by DisreputableDog at 10:41 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by DisreputableDog at 10:41 PM PST - 7 comments
What It's Like To Starve In Writing
I need the most accurate or visceral or affecting or convincing description of starvation written. [more inside]
posted by jitterbug perfume at 9:47 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by jitterbug perfume at 9:47 PM PST - 27 comments
It exists, we know it exists!
Help us find the Berkeley bumper sticker song by The Bobs. [more inside]
posted by aniola at 9:40 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by aniola at 9:40 PM PST - 3 comments
What goes up.. is apparently breaking the laws of physics.
What kind of gas would you need to keep a steampunk/fantasy airship aloft? [more inside]
posted by curious nu at 9:04 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by curious nu at 9:04 PM PST - 19 comments
This has to be better than the road trips of our youth, because our van has air conditioning!
Cross-country road trip with three children aged five and under in an aging minivan! Great idea, or GREATEST idea? [more inside]
posted by Wavelet at 8:56 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by Wavelet at 8:56 PM PST - 36 comments
Life/School/Work advice, please!
Struggling, College Educated 23-year-old Needs Solid Life Advice [more inside]
Are there IR jobs in San Antonio?
Can my husband find a job in international relations in San Antonio TX? [more inside]
posted by feidr2 at 8:19 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by feidr2 at 8:19 PM PST - 7 comments
"why, what a remarkably self possessed young woman"
What are specific things have you done that have improved your self-esteem and confidence? [more inside]
Spotting between periods
Can stress cause vaginal spotting between periods? [more inside]
End of story. Period.
Menstrual rage or something else? [more inside]
How to save my house from being demolished due to my neighbor's rotten tree falling on it?
A neighbor's rotting tree fell on my house. I have no homeowner's insurance and the neighbor's insurance is denying responsibility. I can't afford the repairs, although I own the house outright (no mortgage), and now the city of Montgomery, AL wants to demolish. What are my options, legal or otherwise, to save my house? [more inside]
How do you go from idea to reality when you're clueless?
How do makers, hackers, and artists go about creating prototypes when they don't know where to start? [more inside]
posted by jfoo at 6:09 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by jfoo at 6:09 PM PST - 12 comments
What to do with 30-50 trees' worth of large branches?
What to do with 30-50 trees' worth of large branches in Orange County, NC? Burn, shred, give away for bird thicket, other ideas? [more inside]
posted by amtho at 5:22 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by amtho at 5:22 PM PST - 10 comments
Am I really this shallow?
Doubts after a breakup: hit me with that frying pan one more time and I might actually get it. [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 5:20 PM PST - 45 comments
posted by anonymous at 5:20 PM PST - 45 comments
Southern Cross (sort of) on a Southern California Bird.
Southern California Bird Identification: Body color that of a Robin's breast. Same size. Eye surrounded by white with black on top and bottom almost making they eye look like a cross. Neck had about 5 vertical black stripes that flared out at the bottom very elegantly. Nothing very unique about the overall shape of the bird, kind of generic, actually. About 5-6 inches tall. [more inside]
posted by Vaike at 4:47 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Vaike at 4:47 PM PST - 10 comments
Cheap Dermatologist Visit
I am unemployed, living in New York City, with no health insurance and need to see a dermatologist. I can't afford a $250 visit. Does anyone know of a (cheap) dermatologist I could see?
What to do about elderly tenants in a house we might purchase?
I'm considering purchasing a house. It's a fantastic midcentury home, it's got the perfect square footage, a pool, a really cool atrium entryway, and it's structurally sound. It's also being used as a group home by about seven elderly people and one mentally disabled younger man. They seem very nice. One of the elderly men is living in the garage. It's not a converted garage, just a regular two-car garage with exposed structure and wiring, etc. The house is clearly not being maintained well, and frankly, it's pretty depressing to see. [more inside]
Suggest some Bay Area (peninsula) neighborhoods that will meet our needs
Bay Area Housing Filter: Partner has been offered a great job in Santa Clara (Hooray!) Where might we live that would not reduce our quality of life and/or suck up all the extra income? [more inside]
posted by paddingtonb at 4:18 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by paddingtonb at 4:18 PM PST - 13 comments
Track Changes in MS Office on Mac and PC
Will I run into any formatting or track changes problems if working on the same documents in MS Office 2007/2010 for PC at work and in MS Office 2011 for Mac at home? [more inside]
Third-Hand Movie Finding
I'm looking for an animated movie for a friend. [more inside]
posted by Scattercat at 4:11 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Scattercat at 4:11 PM PST - 4 comments
Legal advice for breaking lease in NYC?
Legal advice for breaking lease in NYC? [more inside]
Where to hike to see the sunset near Tucson, AZ
Where's a good place to hike to see the sunset near Tucson, AZ? Must involved at least 2 miles of hiking, could be more.
posted by rzperllian at 3:09 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by rzperllian at 3:09 PM PST - 6 comments
Not the same kind of cramps!
Why do I experience stomach/intestinal issues during my period? Those systems aren't connected! (Brief discussion of bodily functions contained within.) [more inside]
Does hypoglycemia work for you?
Have you been diagnosed with hypoglycemia? Has that diagnosis been helpful? [more inside]
posted by aetg at 2:38 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by aetg at 2:38 PM PST - 4 comments
How can I eat food that is healthy and filling but still function?
I have recently become appalled at just how carb-heavy my diet is. But without them, I crash. "What should I be eating instead?" and other glycemic questions follow. [more inside]
posted by dean_deen at 2:30 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by dean_deen at 2:30 PM PST - 29 comments
Encyclopedia Green and the Case of the Perplexing Painters
Help me track down some mystery artists! Vague memories within! [more inside]
Crap emails from a dude and not even the one I dated
My long and forgotten ex boyfriend's best friend continues to torment me years after the relationship ended. He works in the same small industry and his passive-agressive actions just make me see red. What else can I do to take the high road and not let this get to me until I can cut ties completely? [more inside]
Pimp my iPad
I can't be the only person on Metafilter who's succumbed to temptation and gotten their new iPad today. So now that I have it, what apps will make it extra awesome? [more inside]
dem divs
I've implemented a streaming twitter widget into the site I manage. However, for some weird reason the script is creating a div or something that is overlaying the entire sidebar, making links above it unclickable. [more inside]
posted by lazaruslong at 1:20 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by lazaruslong at 1:20 PM PST - 10 comments
Infrastructure priorities in developing countries
I’m looking for information on how infrastructure priorities are determined for developing countries. [more inside]
Memory foam mattress. What's the winner?
I need a new mattress. I'm looking at memory foam and would like to keep the costs down to $500-600. What is the winner? [more inside]
posted by Mister Fabulous at 1:10 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by Mister Fabulous at 1:10 PM PST - 30 comments
How do they make older 2D movies into 3D?
Hand painting your own custom graphic tees
What are the best paints and other supplies for creating your own graphic tees/t-shirt art? Where can I buy the soft, plain tees for it? [more inside]
Citing ACTA in MLA7 format
How do I cite the Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement (ACTA) in MLA7 format? I can't find it the State Department's Treaties and Other International Acts Series, probably because it was only signed this year. Full text of the treaty. [more inside]
posted by randomname25 at 12:46 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by randomname25 at 12:46 PM PST - 3 comments
Piano duo names
[Naming filter] Help me come up with a name for a piano duo. [more inside]
Don't let the shrimps kill me!
I am seriously allergic to shellfish (crustaceans). I need to be able to communicate this in several languages. [more inside]
posted by kamikazegopher at 12:43 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by kamikazegopher at 12:43 PM PST - 11 comments
How do I make a dartboard-type chart for the web?
I made an awesome dartboard-type chart in Excel, but now I'm trying to put it on the web. Help!! [more inside]
posted by snapped at 12:34 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by snapped at 12:34 PM PST - 5 comments
Judah will be needing to pee at some point...
Any of you have any experience with high-tech dog doors? [more inside]
Help my father get the best treatment for his bladder cancer
My father is in his late 60s, former smoker (20+ years, quit about 25 years ago.) was recently diagnosed with bladder cancer. Where and how to get the best treatment? [more inside]
posted by dudeman at 12:02 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by dudeman at 12:02 PM PST - 6 comments
Pi R Square, but this is a circle
Please help me with some basic math: The circumference of a circle is 8 inches. Extend that circle by 8 inches from circumference (i.e. adding 16 inches to the diameter). Now what is the circumference of the larger circle? [more inside]
Looking for awesome Portland dining suggestions
Portland, OR mefites: Looking for neat-o birthday dinner recommendations in your fine city for this weekend. [more inside]
Handing out apps under the table
How do Kickstarter iOS projects that offer pre-ordered copies of the app deliver them? [more inside]
posted by ignignokt at 11:03 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by ignignokt at 11:03 AM PST - 4 comments
Help me get the most bang for my cake buck
Why is a sheet cake at Whole Foods so expensive? Can I do better (in Chicago?) It doesn't need to be decorated, just tasty. [more inside]
FruityLoops->Abelton?
I need to get audio files from Fruity Loops to Ableton. Is there any way to make this process easier? [more inside]
posted by googly at 10:56 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by googly at 10:56 AM PST - 6 comments
Two people. One income. Indefinitely. How to make it work?
I am about to be unemployed for an indefinite period, and my cohabitant boyfriend and I are about to start living on his income alone. Please give us some guidance so we an avoid practical and emotional pitfalls. [more inside]
Help me find two comics and a video (massive google-fu failure).
Catastrophic Google-Fu Failure. Help me find these three things: One, a web comic which had a flower with an ASCII art penis on it. Two, a web comic which had peeps and Mal from Firefly. Three, a video of a man doing a yoga flow routine which included L-sit to handstand, scorpion, and back again. Sorry for the grab bag, this stuff is simply driving me nuts. [more inside]
Online literature.
Your favourite reading material that's available online (for free)? [more inside]
posted by Trexsock at 9:52 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by Trexsock at 9:52 AM PST - 18 comments
Split and broadcast video with VLC
VLC scripting help! I'd like to take the incoming video from a camera and split it into two feeds, where the first leg is broadcast over the LAN and the second leg is chroma keyed, then broadcast over the internet. I can't seem to figure out how to capture leg2, though. [more inside]
I want to write-up, but Academic Research has re-wired my brain!
The way I research (academic or otherwise) is increasingly incompatible with the tools I have. Reams of handwritten notebooks, and hundreds of word docs vs a highly tagged website only add to my self-created confusion.
I'm drawn to Tinderbox software as a possible solution, but as an adamant PC user I'm locked out.
How do you order your research? / How to write-up my PhD now my brain is fried? [more inside]
posted by 0bvious at 9:35 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by 0bvious at 9:35 AM PST - 10 comments
Do you remember this graphic artist from the '90s?
Please help me remember the name of the graphic artist, popular in the early '90s who did stylised (mostly African-American) figures garbed in primary colours, often combined with inspirational words; the most popular line was available in posters, t-shirts, and even bookmarks. [more inside]
needed: idiot proof explanation of CHDK OR suggestions for cheap digital camera with a remote shutter
I need either an idiot proof explanation of CHDK I can understand, or suggestions for a cheap digital camera that has a remote shutter [more inside]
Help me demand more of myself and others
I've always prided myself on being tough and low-maintenance; how can I become more demanding? [more inside]
Potential Move to DC
I am considering pursuing a lateral move to Washington, DC. I'm trying to figure out whether this is afforadable given my parameters. [more inside]
What are examples of cities created by conglomeration?
E pluribus una (urbs): Out of many cities, one. Examples of cities that at some point were two or more independent cities? [more inside]
posted by languagehat at 8:53 AM PST - 61 comments
posted by languagehat at 8:53 AM PST - 61 comments
Where should we go on our hike?
Suggestions for the absolute best short hike near Asheville, NC? [more inside]
posted by ohsnapdragon at 8:41 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ohsnapdragon at 8:41 AM PST - 8 comments
Seeking pasta salad inspiration
I said I'd bring pasta salad to a potluck, and now I lack inspiration. Does anyone have any particularly interesting and/or delicious pasta salad ideas or recipes? [more inside]
posted by craichead at 8:35 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by craichead at 8:35 AM PST - 32 comments
Ground Control to Major Tom?
Is there a keep alive / dead man's email service? [more inside]
Updo hairstyles that work with fine hair?
Looking for suggestions for tutorials on modern, easy, and soft-looking updo hairstyles. I've found plenty online but they are tailored for women with very thick hair-- but I have long straight hair that's very fine, and wouldn't work for most of those styles. Alternately (and it surprises even me that I'm asking this), are there clip-in or elastic-style hair extensions that you could recommend to help add some thickness to pull off a pretty updo? [more inside]
posted by mireille at 8:30 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by mireille at 8:30 AM PST - 9 comments
How do I negotiate buying a newly built but not finished house?
How do you negotiate buying a new house that is not completed? (a very basic negotiation question) [more inside]
posted by pandabearjohnson at 8:26 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by pandabearjohnson at 8:26 AM PST - 6 comments
How to fix this damaged varnish?
My friend threw a towel on our bedside table and used it as an ironing board. Now the varnish is damaged (pics). How do I fix it?
posted by mrunderhill at 8:24 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by mrunderhill at 8:24 AM PST - 6 comments
Best Podcasts for New Music, no talking please
What are your favorite new new new new music podcasts? [more inside]
posted by Potomac Avenue at 8:08 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Potomac Avenue at 8:08 AM PST - 2 comments
In search of a malady...
Writing a story... What is a malady or health issue that is 1) hereditary, 2) difficult to diagnose in an unborn child, 3) makes life particularly difficult (mentally or physically) for someone who has it? [more inside]
posted by You Should See the Other Guy at 7:49 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by You Should See the Other Guy at 7:49 AM PST - 31 comments
And hopefully this concoction doesn't explode...
The BF initiated the moving in together talk. Am I being ridiculous? (Little snowflakey...) [more inside]
posted by floweredfish at 7:40 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by floweredfish at 7:40 AM PST - 31 comments
Long term programmer?
Getting Through a Stressful Termination or Discharge
How to get through a stressful long-term discharge or termination from work? [more inside]
Deworming for humans
[Grossness warning] I accidentally ate food that was tainted with a small amount of feces. I am concerned about parasites. How do I take care of the fallout, and what are my best human deworming options? Everything I can find on this topic (information and, annoyingly, worming tablets too) seems to be geared towards deworming dogs, cats, and horses. [more inside]
Minecraft Server Hosting?
Can you recommend decent, inexpensive Minecraft server hosting? [more inside]
posted by Perthuz at 7:10 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by Perthuz at 7:10 AM PST - 7 comments
Cupcake Crisis: The Sequel
Help me hack a DIY transport system for approximately 200 mini-cupcakes. [more inside]
posted by EmpressCallipygos at 7:01 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by EmpressCallipygos at 7:01 AM PST - 12 comments
I need to sell some photos for a charity event
I need to find a website that would allow me to upload and sell photos that I'll be taking for a charity golf event. I don't need to sell them at a markup or anything, just make them available for sale. It would be nice if those interested in buying the photos didn't have to join the site or create an account, but that isn't mandatory. Do sites like snapfish or flickr allow such ease for guests to purchase prints?
posted by Jackie_Treehorn at 6:58 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Jackie_Treehorn at 6:58 AM PST - 4 comments
Suggestion for a combined iPhone and iPad charging dock?
Good choice for a combined (and inexpensive) iPhone and iPad charging dock? Crucially, a dock that takes into account an iPhone's bumper case and iPad's case. No speakers required--just somewhere to put them overnight to charge.
Two Careers & Retirement
Three questions: (1) How many current civil service employees are also reserve/national guard members, (2) How many current civil service employees were also active duty military service members, and (3) How many of both groups retired from the military? I've been to DOD, the Census, OPM ... I'm not having much luck.
what's it worth?
Can anyone tell me how much Dollars and Sense magazine pays its freelance writers? [more inside]
No more dry runs, please.
Public speaking: I know my material, I feel good about it, I still end up with horrific dry mouth. What can I do to make that ease up? [more inside]
All I want is a time machine
Writers using Scrivener for Windows: how do you keep track of timelines? [more inside]
posted by tavegyl at 6:02 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by tavegyl at 6:02 AM PST - 3 comments
I have a plumbing leak (??), help!!
Hi I think I might have a plumbing problem, can you confirm what the next step is...? [more inside]
Grant me the Serenity...
I've had a pre-order with a major UK online retailer for a limited run collectable ornament for a couple of months now, but the 'Due for release' date has been pushed back three times now, allegedly down to manufacturer delivery issues. That wouldn't normally be a problem... but the same online retailer has exactly the same item (and it's only made by one manufacturer) listed again elsewhere as 'In Stock' - but at more than a 50% markup (£130 as opposed to the pre-order price of £80). Are they doing anything legally wrong here (in UK law), as opposed to just deeply immoral?
Calling all Latin scholars: help needed translating a phrase
Calling all Latin scholars: help needed translating a phrase.
Can someone translate 'strength, courage and majesty' into Latin for me please? I'm a bit suspicious of translation sites on the web - will they get the grammar right?
Thanks!
How can I swap my house in Spain for a cabin in the States?
Are there any home exchange websites specifically for rustic cabin-type dwellings? Looking to swap my place in Spain for something in the states. [more inside]
Artsy Nomad Weirdo Seeks Expression of Purpose
In transition, need some ideas of what to do with my life. As a job, as a business, whatever: what can this artsy nomadic person who can't fit a boundary do for love and profit? [longpost is looooong] [more inside]
Back pain from lifting/bending over -- help!
I appeared to have developed a bad back here in my 20s. What can I do? Will it get better and how? [more inside]
Looking for statistics on how long visitors will spend looking for information on a website
Looking for statistics on how long visitors will spend looking for information on a website [more inside]
Good Divorce Lawyer in Los Angeles, California?
Asking for a friend. I need a recommendation to a GREAT divorce attorney in Los Angeles, California. And by great I mean: Knowledgeable, Strong Advocate, Fair-minded, and with an excellent "bed-side" manner. The last bit is most important. Please Memail your suggestions, or provide resources in-thread! Snowflakes inside.... [more inside]
March 15
Kick ass at user experience
Please help me build a solid foundation in understanding User Experience. I am in technology and this skill will super help me. [more inside]
20 Something-Experience Lane and the Memory Lane
Help me create a list of things that I (someone in my early 20s) should do this year! I don't want another year to pass me by. [more inside]
Need help getting off the grid, temporarily.
I want to disconnect myself from the internet in order to focus. But we have wifi and I have a Macbook, so my distractions follow me wherever I go. Is there a clever way I can cut myself off from the internet for a few hours at a time? [more inside]
posted by deathpanels at 10:06 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by deathpanels at 10:06 PM PST - 17 comments
What have been your experiences studying IxD at CMU or SVA?
Tell me about your experience at CMU or SVA's interaction design grad program... [more inside]
Do pro singers ever freeze?
A question that came up in a conversation with a musical friend today: Do professional singers (who sing frequently in front of live audiences) ever freeze? I can see if a singer was under great stress or drugs, say, that they would put in a poor performance but they would still be able to open their mouths and sing something right? They wouldn't stand there and not be able to make a sound would they?
Moved in a week ago and this is the second thing to break.
Could a loose ground wire explain my sprinkler system troubles? [more inside]
Should I buy an awesome car with accident history?
This car is totally pimped out, has really low mileage, and a really low sticker price. It's also been in a severe accident. Should I buy it? [more inside]
posted by Jade_bug at 8:05 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by Jade_bug at 8:05 PM PST - 36 comments
What's Koorkka in Karnataka
How do I get multiple video and audio outputs on a PC
I would like to connect two external TVs to my PC, each playing its own independent video with audio. The source video files would be located on the PC's hard drive. Would I need two video cards or a single card with dual video outputs? Also would I need two audio cards? Is there a video software that can run in multiple instances that will allow me to select the video and audio outputs for each video to separate the outputs? Can anyone suggest a solution to accomplish this?
Pot pies without the potatoes
I'm looking for a really good pot pie recipe. [more inside]
posted by Ideal Impulse at 7:33 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by Ideal Impulse at 7:33 PM PST - 15 comments
Clearly written CA marriage law?
Where can I find a readable, concise document outlining marriage laws in California? [more inside]
Help me help wordpress find my transferred media...
I'm in the process of transferring my Wordpress blog to a new host. So far everything is working just fine, except the media library.
I copied /wp-content/uploads/* onto the new system. I see the folders and files on the new server via SFTP, but WP doesn't seem to notice them. Is there some sort of "cache refresh" trick? Do I actually have to manually go in and load all the individual images from the past year via the UI?
Fun things in NYC for a limping teenager
Sitting-tour-of-NYC filter: My seventeen-year-old sister is visiting me in NJ this week and we want to hit up NYC on Saturday. Problem: she sprained her knee on the plane ride over, and so a lot of things I had in mind (mostly shopping) are no longer practical. Help me find cost-effective entertainment in NYC for someone on crutches! [more inside]
posted by brieche at 6:43 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by brieche at 6:43 PM PST - 17 comments
My new shoes broke me in with a blister - how can I clean the blood stain?
I bought a new pair of shoes I'm super happy with, but they gave me a wicked blister and now I have a blood stain on the back of the heel. Is there any hope to get it clean? [more inside]
Can you develop red-green colorblindness?
I feel like my I've progressively become red-green colorblind over the past decade or so. Is there any medical condition that could explain this? [more inside]
How do I restore a laptop hard drive to factory settings through my desktop?
How do I restore a laptop hard drive to factory settings through my desktop? [more inside]
I need to mine your knowledge about minecraft
My kid wants to play Minecraft. I am not a gamer. Please help me answer questions regarding system requirements, appropriateness and how to get him started when I really don't want to get involved at all! [more inside]
posted by BlahLaLa at 5:04 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by BlahLaLa at 5:04 PM PST - 30 comments
Kindle screensaver images
What are some good images for a 3rd-gen Kindle's screensaver / cover? [more inside]
posted by Paragon at 4:43 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Paragon at 4:43 PM PST - 7 comments
Would a lover of learning be satisfied by library school?
Is library school worth it in terms of the education received? [more inside]
posted by Danila at 4:28 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by Danila at 4:28 PM PST - 31 comments
Modifying Instruction for an advanced student
Chemistry research ideas for an 8th grader? [more inside]
New soldering iron! What should I make?
I am the proud new owner of a soldering iron. What are some good first projects? Must be cheap and at least marginally useful. Blinky lights are a plus! [more inside]
Identify and/or recommend aluminium luggage
Can anyone identify the aluminium luggage shown in this photo? [more inside]
posted by Joakim Ziegler at 3:51 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Joakim Ziegler at 3:51 PM PST - 7 comments
Not a tick, right?
Wordpress Hack Prevention
I am running a Wordpress installation on my own domain. It was hacked. For an admin fee, my web host is restoring prior to the hack. What are my best practices going forward to prevent this from happening again? [more inside]
What are the next steps after receiving TN status?
What are the next steps after receiving TN status? [more inside]
posted by gillianr at 2:58 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by gillianr at 2:58 PM PST - 5 comments
How to survive serious financial setback + eviction?
Due to the current recession I've been under-employed for far too long. Unfortunately it's turning out to be a catastrophically long time, and now I need to know what my options are. [more inside]
U-bahn to the front
Can you identify this piece of 1950s German cinema? [more inside]
posted by muhonnin at 2:32 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by muhonnin at 2:32 PM PST - 5 comments
Travel Recommendations San Antonio and Surrounding Hill Country
Texas hill country folk, help plan my and my wife's anniversary! [more inside]
So... no dry ice and dishsoap? How dull...
Where can I get my shipping dangerous goods training on the cheap? (Like this, but not for $400.) [more inside]
Who designed this NYSE Understanding Financial Statements pamphlet?
How to have the best dang DIY punk rock mostly secular Seder around?
Planning a DIY, slightly punk rock, progressive, feminist drunken young peoples' Passover Seder, looking for advice on haggadahs, leading for what will probably be a largely goyim crowd, and a million other weird little jewtastic details. [more inside]
Honey, could you please not ever vomit again?
I have a vomit phobia. My SO is upstairs vomiting, and I think he has a stomach virus that's been going around. How do I get through this? [more inside]
posted by OsoMeaty at 12:30 PM PST - 38 comments
posted by OsoMeaty at 12:30 PM PST - 38 comments
Ever used FlexJobs.com for freelancing, or is there a better option out there?
Has anyone ever tried using Flexjobs.com for freelancing? If so, has it been a good experience, or are there other freelance directories that I should look into. [more inside]
this is life, and everythings alright
PlaylistFilter: Songs about the mundanity of every day life please. [more inside]
Iffy Production Company For Real?
After reading the Mefi post about the hitman for hire I checked out hitmanforhire.net and found the Michael Duke Production company, that is apparently going to make a movie out of the story. But is that guy for real? [more inside]
I need ad agency career advice
Ad agency/career filter: I'm 24. Sometimes I love my job, sometimes it stresses me out so much that I want to leave. An opportunity to move on has presented itself and now I'm panicking. [more inside]
Can a man with a very unremarkable sense of style get away with having a (not-too hot) pink mobile?
Can I, a man whose clothes comes from Marks & Spencer (US: think JC Penney), get away with having a pink mobile phone? [more inside]
posted by ambrosen at 11:58 AM PST - 57 comments
posted by ambrosen at 11:58 AM PST - 57 comments
Help me make my wife like rice!
My wife-to-be doesn't really like rice. I am a big fan of rice. What are some good recipes to help someone realize the wonders of rice?
She likes fried rice and sticky rice, but that's about it. I like pretty much any rice dish that there is. How do we bridge the gap?
Give me some recipes! Help me convert my future wife to a lover of rice!
I'm never wrong, you're never right
is it a red flag if a person never thinks they're wrong? [more inside]
How do I charge for work as a starter illustrator, graphic designer, mural artist, arty project person?
How do I charge for work as a starter illustrator, graphic designer, mural artist, arty project person? [more inside]
Any good, decently priced salons in NYC?
Haircut time! Where should I go in NYC, that isn't too expensive and won't make me cry? [more inside]
Awesome karaoke in Boston?? (2012)
Boston Karaoke Redux: Last asked in 2008, it seems DoReMi and Limelight are still the two box karaoke places to be at in the Boston area. Which one do you go to in 2012?? I ask this again because various yelp-type reviews may have changed the lay of the land. [more inside]
How can an adult improve memory?
I have a terrible memory. I did join luminosity to try to "regain my brain" lol. I think there might be other ways. I do read a ton but I find I sometimes even forget the characters.
I have spoken to a doc and they say it isn't medical so I'm hoping to get a few suggestions? I find it is a detriment to my everyday life.
Help me block out the sun!
I need a way to block sunlight (UVA/UVB) on the driver's side window of a car while I'm driving. Difficulty: I'm driving. [more inside]
posted by vorfeed at 10:55 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by vorfeed at 10:55 AM PST - 19 comments
I just want to be kind to a good guy, but I'm suffocating
How do I bail from a relationship I might have outgrown? Should I? [more inside]
Graphic Designer who wants to start her own screen printed shirt line (i know... I know). But doesn't want to get them printed on ugly looking shirts.
I want to start my own T-shirt company (i know I know. Don't roll your eyes). I am a graphic designer and would like to create shirts that are stylish. Basic screen printed shirts with sayings etc. While I know how to screen print I think my best bet is designing and then getting them printed through, well, an online shirt printing company. The trouble is most of them are very limited and have just the tacky crew neck shirt kind of thing. I don't want to do cafe press or zazzle style printing. So, What's a good company to go with? any suggestions? For example take a look at JacVanek.com Not crazy about her designs but her shirts are what I'm looking to print on. That urban outfitters style! Thanks!
How to make great Colcannon?
Ireland natives/Irish cooking aficionados: what are your tips to make some fantastic Colcannon? [more inside]
posted by chatelaine at 10:35 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by chatelaine at 10:35 AM PST - 12 comments
Probably-not-an-STD-but-not-sure-yet -- what now?
Please help me figure out how I should tell my girlfriend about my probably-not-an-STD-freakout-moment. [NSFW] [more inside]
What to expect in Augusta, Georgia?
I'm moving to Augusta, Georgia, for a few years to pursue an awesome professional opportunity. What can you tell me about Augusta? [more inside]
posted by SpringAquifer at 10:21 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by SpringAquifer at 10:21 AM PST - 11 comments
What are your best quotes relating to resilience, hope, community-building, acceptance, children with special needs, or the like?
What are your best quotes relating to resilience, hope, community-building, acceptance, children with special needs, or the like? [more inside]
iPad pricing conundrum
Can anyone explain to me why used iPad 2s are selling like hotcakes on eBay for as much as $285 including shipping, when you can buy a new one, shipping included, for $300?
posted by markcmyers at 10:07 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by markcmyers at 10:07 AM PST - 17 comments
I need some basic cooking technique instruction!
What are some ways to kick up my cooking skills and techniques? I need to add a little more variety. [more inside]
SWF seeks culinary intro to eggs
What egg dishes will turn me, an egg-hater, into an egg-lover? [more inside]
Crowdsource volunteering?
Help me find interesting projects that are crowdsourcing data entry to support research / scholarship. [more inside]
posted by ryanshepard at 9:56 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by ryanshepard at 9:56 AM PST - 4 comments
How can I alleviate my fear of thunderstorms tonight?
There is a line of thunderstorms heading our way, and my anxiety (nay, fear) is rising sharply. What should I do? [more inside]
posted by raintree at 9:45 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by raintree at 9:45 AM PST - 25 comments
Can you recommend passages to memorize?
Can you recommend passages I can memorize in Spanish, French, Italian, German, or Russian? [more inside]
posted by kristi at 9:27 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by kristi at 9:27 AM PST - 12 comments
The recovering addict and the… sports addict? What is this?
The recovering addict and the… sports addict? Is this level of interest in sports normal? How can I not take the backseat to sports, while remaining considerate of his feelings as he deals with me dealing with multiple health issues? [more inside]
Chest pain. Hospital trip. Now what?
Surprise hospital trip yesterday for chest pain. Now what? [more inside]
posted by booksherpa at 9:14 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by booksherpa at 9:14 AM PST - 10 comments
How to dispose of an unwanted Hookah
Somehow I've inherited a very tall (around 5 feet), very heavy hookah that was brought over from the middle east (UAE). I don't want it but don't know what to do with it. It's been in an attic for the past 20+ years so it hasn't been used in a very long time. It could be worth a lot or a little, I just don't know. Are there any concerns I should have if I try to sell it? Paraphernalia laws that could get me in trouble? As far as I know it is meant for tobacco but could possibly be used for other stuff.
Oh what a wonderful world...
Asking for a friend: Any recommendations on books about social or environmental justice for a high school junior? [more inside]
Credit card fraud - how to act?
My SO was victim of credit card fraud - what now? [more inside]
What to buy my rafting/hiking boyfriend.
Help me choose some outdoorsy birthday presents for my boyfriend! He likes to hike and he just bought an inflatable rubber raft. [more inside]
posted by missrachael at 8:47 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by missrachael at 8:47 AM PST - 18 comments
Follow through
How do I sleep with a woman? If I am a late 20's woman who has never done so before. [more inside]
Inheritance law question: death of named party prior to death of estate's owner?
Inheritance law question: death of named party prior to death of estate's owner? [more inside]
PDX Filter: Looking for a day use open-air private hot tub / soaking tub in the Portland area.
PDX Filter: Looking for a day use open-air private hot tub / soaking tub in the Portland area. [more inside]
posted by brandoniain at 8:12 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by brandoniain at 8:12 AM PST - 8 comments
Grammar: Is this phrasing a waste of words, or does it make sense?
Grammar: Is it better to say that a committee "will be implementing a new policy" or "will implement a new policy"?
I favour the latter because it seems more succinct; however, all my colleagues use the former convention.
What am I missing? Does their way make more sense, grammatically or stylistically? Or is this just a collective habit that they've all adopted and I should avoid picking it up? [more inside]
posted by cranberrymonger at 8:12 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by cranberrymonger at 8:12 AM PST - 26 comments
I want to hike!
(Michigan filter) Looking for good , woods, and isolation. More details inside. [more inside]
Approximating Natural Log By Hand
Calculating/approximating ln(x) 'by hand'? [more inside]
posted by unixrat at 7:54 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by unixrat at 7:54 AM PST - 18 comments
What's going on with my daughter?
What's going on with my daughter? Maturity issues, impulse control, oral fixation, oh my! [more inside]
posted by altopower at 7:16 AM PST - 39 comments
posted by altopower at 7:16 AM PST - 39 comments
How can I move forward without holding him back?
How do I talk to my fiance about the imbalances in our relationship? [more inside]
posted by guessthis at 6:38 AM PST - 76 comments
posted by guessthis at 6:38 AM PST - 76 comments
Fun weekend trips around atlanta
Fun place to travel for a weekend semi-close to Atlanta? [more inside]
Blowing some cool air on a hot server
Apparently as the air system in our office building has degraded, the heat in our offices during the spring and fall when the AC shuts off has become unbearable as air that is hotter than outside is blown around. Bad for people, but worse for our server room. It has gotten to the breaking point and we need to do something. I'm looking for a way to cool off our servers in the transition periods between winter and A/C being turned on. [more inside]
posted by charred husk at 6:08 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by charred husk at 6:08 AM PST - 14 comments
Play radio; but only to fill in silences
How to automatically mute (or pause) one audio source if any other audio source is playing. [more inside]
Hulk abhor smoke detector false positive. Hulk smash. SMASH! Very cathartic for Hulk.
Smoke detectors: do products exist which aren't subject to "false positives," i.e. activating due to dust, dirt or other reasons when there isn't a fire or smoke nearby? [more inside]
YAHQ (yet another headphone question) -- what's the best all-around pair, good for running *and* working?
YAHQ (yet another headphone question) -- what's the best all-around pair, good for running *and* working? [more inside]
What kind of savings using ductless heat pump?
What kind of saving can I expect from a ductless AC with heat pump? [more inside]
Why do my knees hurt when cycling? And then suddenly not hurt...?
Why do my knees hurt when cycling? And then suddenly not hurt...? [more inside]
cp master date
I need help copying a master file to a file with a new name. Complication new name should be the date of the first of the month [more inside]
posted by kathrynm at 4:06 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by kathrynm at 4:06 AM PST - 4 comments
Classic dating blunder
I promised to take my girlfriend, soon to head overseas for a year, to a really nice restaurant in Melbourne on Friday night before she leaves. 24 hours should be enough to book in to Movida, right? Apparently not... [more inside]
posted by chmmr at 2:14 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by chmmr at 2:14 AM PST - 12 comments
Latte addiction begone!
Is there a non-sweet milky drink that can replace my latte addiction? [more inside]
posted by giggleknickers at 1:39 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by giggleknickers at 1:39 AM PST - 30 comments
How to build a plywood velomobile...
How would you build a plywood kayak without fiberglass? [more inside]
posted by sibilatorix at 1:03 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by sibilatorix at 1:03 AM PST - 10 comments
Buying a user car.
I have not bought a used car before by myself. I need some help. [more inside]
Holy grail, holy hell
How can I fill my downtime at work? My new job is short bursts of high-pressure activity and long stretches of downtime and I'd like some ideas for productive activity - almost anything goes (Details inside). [more inside]
March 14
Photo gallery of travels with a small plane
I remember seeing this amazing picture gallery of some guy's travels with his small plane via some link aggregating site/blog a few years ago, but can't find it now. The guy had landed his plane in all sorts of amazing landscapes (mostly in North America, I think), and taken pictures. Anybody know what I'm talking about?
Did I graduate high school, officially?
Did I graduate HS? How does education verification (like a background check) for a high school diploma work? (Specifically, with small private schools.) [more inside]
Best up-and-coming webcomics?
What are the best new webcomics? [more inside]
help me head for the mountains
Anyone know where I can find a (preferably clean) mp3 of the audio old "Head for the Mountains of Busch"(youtube link) ad/song?
Monsters Just Want ♥?
How many classic Beasts were killed or suffered misfortune because of Beauty? Along the line of King Kong, Frankenstein's monster, the Creature (from the Black Lagoon), the Phantom (of The Opera)... &c.?
ID this 90s baddie
Can you identify this action figure? (the one in the middle) [more inside]
posted by 2ghouls at 8:07 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by 2ghouls at 8:07 PM PST - 4 comments
Help me develop my Spring uniform!
I need a Spring/Summer uniform! [more inside]
How to choose a portfolio (book)?
Tell me about your favorite reasonably priced portfolio brand. [more inside]
posted by mcbeth at 7:14 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by mcbeth at 7:14 PM PST - 5 comments
"So, where did you go to school?"
I work in a start-up company, and I'm being given the opportunity to start networking with high level executives from large organizations in my field. I am excited, as I know that having an extensive personal network will be valuable for my company and myself, however, I have two concerns. [more inside]
Cover me.
What iPad 3 case should I get? [more inside]
Atlanta Personal Shopper???
Looking for a personal shopper in Atlanta - 40 yrs old, straight, recently separated... need to start paying more attention to my wardrobe!
Poppies will make them sleepy.
Is it possible to get high from tea made out of poppies ordered off of ebay (the kind used for floral arrangements)? [more inside]
How much oxygen would a candle burn if a candle would burn oxygen?
How does the oxygen consumption of a candle compare to that of a person? [more inside]
Help us turn our restroom back into somewhere safe for kids
Short-staffed libraries, how do you keep your restrooms from becoming a hookup spot? Seriously. [more inside]
ADA and reasonable workplace accommodation in CA
ADA, reasonable accommodation in the workplace, and supervisor resigning: I have questions. (This is in California) [more inside]
Where to go techno dancing in DC this weekend?
Where to go techno dancing in DC this weekend? [more inside]
posted by eviemath at 5:27 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by eviemath at 5:27 PM PST - 4 comments
Beyond the Greige
What's a cool/quirky nail polish look for a 30-something with an otherwise nondescript sense of style? [more inside]
Desktop replacement
Looking for options to replace my old WinXP desktop. [more inside]
cheapmilwaukeeapartments.com
Best apartment/townhouse/condo rental site for a move to Milwaukee, WI? [more inside]
Web sites with entries that take 5 minutes or less to read
Looking for websites I can check on my non-smartphone at work. [more inside]
Is it bad too be -too- wanted?
Argh. Job opportunity collision. Got pinged about a second, possibly more desirable position (position B) the same day my offer letter for a first position (position A) was put in the mail. What to do? [more inside]
Because if the Eagles done with Flamenco is good, Simon and Garfunkel must be great.
I want more spanish guitar covers of popular american songs. Give them to me. [more inside]
Your Great Books?
I am working on creating a writing centre at a local college here in England. I would like to add a Great Books component because it has a lot of appeal. What are your 18th, 19th, 20th and 21st century selections that one could add to a Great Books list?
Help me keep my computer and camera charged on vacation!
I'm traveling from the US to St. Maarten on Friday - having never been outside the US before, charging my computer and cameras, etc never occurred to me to be an issue, but I've learned that it will be. [more inside]
posted by blaneyphoto at 4:08 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by blaneyphoto at 4:08 PM PST - 11 comments
Help me help my son learn about planes. And about learning.
My 11-year-old son wants to learn about jet planes. Help me help him learn. [more inside]
posted by eleyna at 4:02 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by eleyna at 4:02 PM PST - 15 comments
A guest bed that can be hidden away
Wanted: a compact guest bed that sleeps two in a child's room, inflatable beds need not apply. [more inside]
posted by furtive at 4:00 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by furtive at 4:00 PM PST - 14 comments
Finding a more reasonable family
I've started looking for a new nannying job because of problems I have with the parents. I want to figure out the best way to avoid these problems in the future. [more inside]
Job Title to Solve My Woes
Job Title Help: What would you call me? I'm a reference librarian who does teen programming and teach computer classes at a library. Director and I can't agree on what my official title is. [more inside]
Yup, another therapist request.
Can anyone direct me to a good therapist in Berkeley, Albany, El Cerrito, or Richmond, California? [more inside]
Video recordings of original Broadway "Annie" performances...do they even exist?
...because Google-fu is failing me thus far. I'm in the midst of a random nostalgia attack regarding the musical "Annie", and would love to find a video recording of either a late 1970s or early 1980s performance. I've already got the original Broadway audio soundtrack and I am not looking for the 1982 or 1999 movies. [more inside]
posted by aecorwin at 2:46 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by aecorwin at 2:46 PM PST - 2 comments
Surely Jasper, IN, is delightful?
We were going to go to Tulum for spring break, but now we're going to... Jasper, IN! [more inside]
Couple questions about stray cat.
Should I take in a sweet, stray cat? [more inside]
Rescuing body lotion that's no longer emulsified?
Is there a way to restore body lotion to an emulsified state? [more inside]
Skip patterns and user-missing values in SPSS
SPSS-filter: changing systems-missing values to user-missing values to match survey skip pattern. [more inside]
posted by palindromic at 2:29 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by palindromic at 2:29 PM PST - 2 comments
Help me mail my bagels
How can I ship bagels from NYC to Middle America with maximum tastiness? [more inside]
posted by dixiecupdrinking at 2:11 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by dixiecupdrinking at 2:11 PM PST - 5 comments
I broke up and yet I am unable to get past it.
It has been a month since the relationship with my ex-gf ended. It lasted only 10mos but it was intense and had its major ups and downs in this short span. There is a reason it didn't work but I still can't process and feel weak and shitty about myself. [more inside]
Forced out
YANAL, but...
A young friend of mine got a job with a service company that does substantial business with his (then) current employer. His current employer found out and called the employer-to-be and told them that, if they go through with the hiring, they'll discontinue doing business with the employer-to-be. In short order, the employer-to-be rescinded the job offer and the current employer terminated him. [more inside]
posted by bz at 1:46 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by bz at 1:46 PM PST - 18 comments
SQL Query to find unique combinations
SQLNoobFilter: I am trying to find all unique combinations on a table. Does my simple query do the trick or is there more to it? [more inside]
Cheap sailing in Chicago
What is the easiest and cheapest way to go sailing in Chicago without buying a boat? [more inside]
posted by enn at 12:47 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by enn at 12:47 PM PST - 9 comments
Barefoot and pregnant?
I am in my third trimester of pregnancy. I'm having a really hard time with a stressful situation and I'd like some advice about how to best handle it [more inside]
What business related sites are broken in ie9 compability mode?
Help me find business-related websites which display incorrectly with IE9 "compatibility mode" enabled. [more inside]
Help me keep helping my wife deal with long-term unemployment.
The psychological fallout of my wife's 13-month unemployment is going to make me crack. Please help me deal. [more inside]
Adding on to Simplefit and eating right?
Adding dumbbells and ab work to Simplefit for muscle gains?
Basic diet guidelines to see some gains? [more inside]
posted by piedmont at 11:56 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by piedmont at 11:56 AM PST - 9 comments
Best practice/method for photo metadata?
What is the best method/practice for metadata in digital photos (scanned slides, photos, etc)? [more inside]
Help me figure out what to do with my life.
How do I figure out what I want to do and where I want to live and move to the other side of the country at the same time? Nature, dislike of large cities, an acting career...loooots of text inside, lots of explanation. Help! [more inside]
I need Newspaper Design Guidelines For Dummies
Help me make this one-time design job for a newspaper ad job go off without a hitch. [more inside]
posted by OlivesAndTurkishCoffee at 11:37 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by OlivesAndTurkishCoffee at 11:37 AM PST - 4 comments
OCDPMDDHELL
How does obsessive-compulsive disorder interact with premenstrual dysphoric disorder? [more inside]
posted by Coatlicue at 11:00 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Coatlicue at 11:00 AM PST - 14 comments
How long to visit on first London holiday? What to see there, or elsewhere in the region?
What should we do with our week in London/UK? [more inside]
When should I book my Hawaiian Christmas flights?
I'm looking for the best time to book a flight from NYC to Honolulu for Christmas -- I'm afraid I've already missed the best deals and wonder if I should snatch up the next decent fare or wait for something better. [Of course, special snowflake details inside.] [more inside]
Selling an iPad on eBay: Foolish or fine?
Selling an iPad on eBay -- is this just asking for trouble? [more inside]
posted by veggieboy at 10:40 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by veggieboy at 10:40 AM PST - 26 comments
Idea/innovation management
What is the best "idea management" or "innovation management" software? [more inside]
posted by aaanastasia at 10:39 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by aaanastasia at 10:39 AM PST - 3 comments
Best tricks for a new teacher to scavenge up free classroom materials?
Best tricks for a new teacher to scavenge up free classroom materials? [more inside]
posted by seasparrow at 9:40 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by seasparrow at 9:40 AM PST - 8 comments
How bad is my credit situation?
I went through serious depression a while ago, and while recovering, forgot about some library fines. Now, 3 years later, they are hurting my (Canadian) credit score. [more inside]
Hair stylist for thinning hair?
Can you recommend someone in NYC who can cut thinning hair well? [more inside]
Two motorcycles in one?
Motorcyclists of MeFi, please suggest the best possible city bike that is also a comfortable go-anywhere tourer. In other words, if a Honda Nighthawk 250 and a BMW GS1200 had offspring, what motorcycle would there be? [more inside]
posted by Hermanos at 9:19 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by Hermanos at 9:19 AM PST - 26 comments
So in this next shot...
I've been re-watching Mefi favorite Community with all the commentary tracks and really enjoying it. So, I'm looking for other good TV shows (genre unimportant) on DVD that have commentary for ALL the episodes. Preferably a show that is complete, but that's not necessary. Most important is that every episode have commentary on it. Recommends?
Fine woodworking without a full shop, advice?
I want to do some fine woodworking to build a portfolio to apply for jobs in furniture shops. But I don't have a fully equipped shop to do this in, what kind of projects should I be looking to do and what tools do I need? [more inside]
Same as it ever was?
Is the speed of light constant on the timescale of the universe? [more inside]
How to serve an elusive professor with a restraining order
Looking for clever process server ideas for delivering restraining order papers to a stalker who is a genius at evading the sheriff. And other ideas on dealing with a situation like this. [more inside]
AustinFilter: Need small durable shoulder bag, approximately netbook sized or so.
AustinFilter: Austiners - where can I buy a durable bag for a male, today, that would hold something about the size of a netbook or a little bigger (a standard size notebook/messenger bag is too big) that has a shoulder strap for easy carryin' around? [more inside]
Clever anonymous survey handout
Does anyone remember a group survey print-off designed to be left out to anonymously collect opinion? It was a graphic design/sociology piece, and it made the blog rounds a couple years ago... [more inside]
Giving short notice when leaving a job
How can I make leaving my current job as easy on them as possible, under the circumstances? [more inside]
posted by krakenattack at 7:54 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by krakenattack at 7:54 AM PST - 12 comments
Wall street sales tax?
Have securities (stocks, bonds, etc.) ever been treated the same as physical goods in terms of buying and selling them? I am specifically thinking of sales taxes, but knowing about other aspects is welcome as well. [more inside]
posted by Hactar at 7:44 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Hactar at 7:44 AM PST - 9 comments
What are your five favourite websites of the last year?
What are the top five awesome websites you've found in the last year? [more inside]
Kipple, kipple everywhere!
I am a recovering hoarder who still has a tendency to cheer herself up with Stuff. What are some good presents or treats that won't lead to me increasing the level of kipple in my life? And how do you deal with decluttering when things feel pointless? [more inside]
Will my boyfriend stop being attracted to me if he learns I am infertile, even though he doesn't want to have more children?
I'm in a relationship with someone and it's getting pretty serious. He has two kids from a previous marriage who I love (and they seem to love me, too). It's all quite great. However, I have what seems like an irrational fear that I can't seem to get out of my head and wanted some input. [more inside]
Most 'realistic' rpg rules?
What are the most mathematically 'advanced' RPG systems? Pen & paper and otherwise? [more inside]
posted by empath at 7:24 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by empath at 7:24 AM PST - 24 comments
Running abroad
Runners: What's your favorite race that you've run outside the U.S.? [more inside]
Bracketology- Blown up!
NCAA Tourney Filter: I want to blow up bracket (lets say 5 by 10 feet) to put on my wall. I'd love to just be able to print using my home printer. What are my best free options? I have a MS Office.
posted by sandmanwv at 7:09 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by sandmanwv at 7:09 AM PST - 5 comments
Sweet sweet/little baby/little fingers/little toes
What are some fun creative ways to announce me pregnancy tto my parents? [more inside]
No Glee in Mudville
Our new Kindle Fire is great, but it tells us we need to update our Flash Player when we want to watch Glee. If I try to DL the new file from the Adobe message, it seems to stall right after it starts. If I go to settings, it shows that Flash is " Always on". I haven't tried any other shows on FOX, but it seems to work fine for NBC stuff. Any Ideas?
posted by lobstah at 6:44 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by lobstah at 6:44 AM PST - 9 comments
Step 1: fill out Google Apps form. Step 2: ??? Step 3: Profit!
How can I use Google Apps to create a weekly report form, and then display the answers to that form in a nice format to outside parties? [more inside]
Problem with a rental agreement, advice please?
Problem renting an apartment. [more inside]
Magnetic window cleaner in Manhattan?
How do you explain one million?
Have you ever had "one million" (or one billion) explained in a satisfactory manner? [more inside]
posted by Glinn at 5:04 AM PST - 37 comments
posted by Glinn at 5:04 AM PST - 37 comments
Christians, why do you have to be so happy and self-actualized?
Am I a jealous fool or a conniver's tool? [more inside]
Advice wanted before purchasing a traditional wooden recurve bow
Looking for help in selecting a traditional (recurve?) bow (no 'modern' styles). [more inside]
posted by JamesBlakeAV at 2:47 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by JamesBlakeAV at 2:47 AM PST - 10 comments
Doctor^2?
Thinking of dropping out of a British PhD program and going to medical school over the next year or so. Need opinions and advice! [more inside]
March 13
Gift ideas for long-distance boyfriend?
What to get my boyfriend as a general "you're awesome" present? [more inside]
LSAT
Hi Mefi-ers. I'm a first year undergraduate law student in London. [more inside]
Help me build a rock blues gospel playlist!
Dear Internet, I'd like a playlist filled with music like this... [more inside]
Not tonight, dear, I'm temporarily hideous.
Starting to see someone. Yay! Just burned the crap out of my body. Help! (Gross details inside.) [more inside]
How do I get over myself and ask someone if they are interested?
I'm a great, funny guy. I'm decent looking. I end up friends with everyone I want to date because I don't want to be "that guy" and make them feel uncomfortable by making some stupid, awkward "move". Thoughts? [more inside]
Just how common are abusive situations in academia? How do you survive and is it even worth it?
My girlfriend is 5 years in to a PhD program with an abusive (verbal, emotional, and mental) PI/lab. This seems to be a common theme in academia, just how common is it?
How do you go about graduating if they seem to be working against you (assuming no fault on your part)? [more inside]
How do I help my daughter and deal with her friends?
How do I help my college-aged daughter? I think she drinks too much and her friends are a contributing factor. [more inside]
What kind of damage control can I do?
I screwed up at work and talked badly, albeit truthfully, about a coworker. The person I spoke to told this coworker what I had said and I feel terrible. What steps I can take to make this right? [more inside]
My wrist is derailing my chest presses.
Can you recommend a way to make my wrist not whine at chest presses? Are there any women's fitness gloves that stabilize and support the wrists, without a lot of padding? Or a different solution? [more inside]
posted by vegartanipla at 9:31 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by vegartanipla at 9:31 PM PST - 14 comments
Choral group in Werner Herzog films
Maybe my favorite aspect of Werner Herzog's Encounters at the End of the World is the soundtrack, specifically whatever choral group is singing through out the film. For some reason I can't find information on who they are, and it doesn't appear that soundtracks were released. Anybody know who this group is and where I can find their music? I believe he used them in Cave of Forgotten Dreams as well.
posted by Corduroy at 9:17 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by Corduroy at 9:17 PM PST - 7 comments
Why is my internet speed not speedier?
Why does my internet speed top out around 2 MB/s instead of what comes up on speed test websites (20Mb/s+)? [more inside]
posted by apip at 8:27 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by apip at 8:27 PM PST - 15 comments
Dissertation + Google Books - 120 pages = bad
Somehow, my Ph.D. dissertation ended up on Google Books. Hooray! "Pages 30 to 147 are not shown in this preview." Boo! [more inside]
posted by bessel functions seem unnecessarily complicated at 8:12 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by bessel functions seem unnecessarily complicated at 8:12 PM PST - 7 comments
Toddler potty help
Potty training question for the more experience MeFi parents out there:
We've been potty training out 33 month old for the past 2.5 months with some good success overall, but we're dealing with some poop problems. [more inside]
posted by thelaze at 6:21 PM PST - 28 comments
posted by thelaze at 6:21 PM PST - 28 comments
Running Shoes Help
What's the difference between crosstraining shoes and running shoes? Can I run in Nike Free TR Fit shoes, which are apparently crosstrainers, or should I get running shoes? [more inside]
Housesitting Compensation
Etiquette Experts: What is customary compensation for a housesitter? [more inside]
posted by chundo at 5:26 PM PST - 40 comments
posted by chundo at 5:26 PM PST - 40 comments
How do five possible grad schools compare?
I am trying to choose a school for a PhD in Political Science. How do these compare? The University of Toronto, the University of British Columbia, the University of California at Santa Barbara, McGill University, and the University of Michigan? [more inside]
tax consulting services
I'm in a situation with some unfilled taxes and potentially more back taxes then I can pay at the moment. I've seen ads for tax consulting services that help you talk to the IRS. I've also seen some negative reviews for some of them, but was wondering if someone has some positive experience with any of these and can make a recommendation? My throw away email is : hrmnm@gmx.com
Help me be the 1% :)
How do I get my universal remote working properly?
(UK based) I'm using a Universal Remote, the One for All URC-7960, and have run into a SCART/HDMI problem. [more inside]
Need keyboard help
I love my Macbook Pro keyboard, but I type too much. In just 3 months I've started to wear down the space bar. Help me find a full-size bluetooth keyboard that isn't too large and has as good a mouse as the touchpad on my Macbook. [more inside]
posted by arniec at 4:29 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by arniec at 4:29 PM PST - 13 comments
Is abundance better than variety?
How many varieties of tiny bite-sized dessert cakes should I offer if I want to serve 20 people? (Limitation: I can only buy 70 pieces.) [more inside]
posted by parilous at 4:26 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by parilous at 4:26 PM PST - 24 comments
PowerPoint, why are you so difficult?
I have a few questions about using animation and slide transitions in PowerPoint. [more inside]
Basic apparel of the highest quality
Businesses that make basic apparel (underwear, t-shirts, socks, etc) of the highest quality and where you largely pay for the quality and not the marketing/branding - can you name a few?
posted by Foci for Analysis at 4:21 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by Foci for Analysis at 4:21 PM PST - 37 comments
Which GI organ absorbs the majority of ingested water? Source needed.
Which GI organ absorbs the majority of ingested water? Source needed. [more inside]
posted by 254blocks at 4:18 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by 254blocks at 4:18 PM PST - 7 comments
Estate sale across the continent
Recommendations for estate sale companies in the Portland, OR area? Bonus question: Dealing with estate sales from a distance? [more inside]
I wish I could quit you, Gluten
I'm a bit gluten intolerant.
Question: Is it like Lactose intolerance, where if I quit it completely, I may lose the small amount of tolerance I have left? How much can I/should I eat? [more inside]
posted by Elysum at 3:51 PM PST - 23 comments
posted by Elysum at 3:51 PM PST - 23 comments
Allons-y, Alonso!
Why yes, this is a question about Doctor Who. [more inside]
Sum Stultus. - I give up. Latin Help Please?
My Latin is very rusty: "Et in perpetuum, frater, ave et vale." is a quote from Catullus. If I substitute filius or amicus do they become vocative, and thus filii and amici? Help. [more inside]
posted by MasonDixon at 3:21 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by MasonDixon at 3:21 PM PST - 7 comments
How to get double-sided mounting tape off the wall?
How to get double-sided mounting tape off a wall you can't paint? [more inside]
White noise on one speaker
One of the rear surround outputs on my receiver causes any speaker that's plugged into it to constantly produce a quiet but noticeable sound of static or white noise. What could be causing this? [more inside]
posted by strangely stunted trees at 2:06 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by strangely stunted trees at 2:06 PM PST - 6 comments
Landlord has told me my room is already leased/unavailable for next year? What?
My landlord just informed me that my room is unavailable for next year since he already signed someone else... and I've no idea what to think of this. [more inside]
Are there reasons why I wouldn't want to do Oracle programming for the rest of my life?
I think I'd like to be an Oracle programmer when I graduate (soon). What are some of the upsides and downsides of this as a career? [more inside]
posted by kitcat at 1:37 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by kitcat at 1:37 PM PST - 21 comments
Looking for stories of space programs interacting with religion.
I'm stories of ways in which space programs from around the world have interacted with religion and ancient myth. [more inside]
Where should I walk in Northern Ireland?
I'll be spending a couple of days near the Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland. Please help me plan my trip, because I'm too busy! [more inside]
posted by sabotagerabbit at 1:20 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by sabotagerabbit at 1:20 PM PST - 7 comments
What is it really SUPPOSED to do?
What is this thing, where did it come from, and is my house going to burn down now that Turtle (left) has repurposed it as a cat toy? [more inside]
posted by mudpuppie at 1:06 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by mudpuppie at 1:06 PM PST - 12 comments
Show me (some more go#!*) money!
Sooo ... I'm their supervisor but they make more than I do? How does that work? [more inside]
posted by nubianinthedesert at 12:57 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by nubianinthedesert at 12:57 PM PST - 20 comments
My coworker used drugs with a student. What should I do about it?
Should I confront, report, or ask a fellow employee at an educational institution about his alleged relationship/illegal activities with a student? [more inside]
Deployment 101
I have 2 weeks to deploy ~60 Windows 7 laptops and desktop workstations. How can I do this with limited/no budget and manpower? Snowflake details inside. [more inside]
What do you call this thing?
What is the name for this type of snap/closure? [more inside]
posted by Katine at 12:13 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Katine at 12:13 PM PST - 13 comments
Circus peanuts in Ottawa?
Where can I buy Circus Peanuts in Ottawa? [more inside]
What makes a presentation interesting?
I've been asked to do a presentation to the new college hires that will be joining my department once they graduate. I've been given an hour, and told that I could pretty much do whatever I wanted with them, as long as I spend around 15 minutes talking about what it's like to work at our company and what they should expect for the first 3 months. I'd love to hear some input about how I could make this presentation awesome, and use the 1 hour effectively. [more inside]
23 Across: A gift for an awesome aunt
Help me find a great puzzle-type gift for my aunt. A snowflake is falling. [more inside]
posted by KogeLiz at 11:16 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by KogeLiz at 11:16 AM PST - 12 comments
How do I block the skylights?
Low-tech DIY internal skylight covers. Help? [more inside]
posted by thrasher at 11:03 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by thrasher at 11:03 AM PST - 14 comments
Lump on the pup: what do I need to be researching?
While I wait to hear results from a needle aspiration... what can you tell me about scary doggy lumps, in your experience? After getting our dog her radical spring haircut we discovered a lump, between marble and walnut-sized, on her upper front left leg, about midway above the joint, on the front of the leg. It's movable (moves around under finger pressure/movement), and doesn't seem to cause her any pain or warrant her attention at all. [more inside]
posted by taz at 11:03 AM PST - 29 comments
posted by taz at 11:03 AM PST - 29 comments
The Scenic Route down Long Island
I need to get from the Cross Sound Ferry terminal in Orient Point to Farmingdale - what's the most scenic route I can take? [more inside]
posted by backseatpilot at 10:58 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by backseatpilot at 10:58 AM PST - 5 comments
Please help me find graphic designers who specialize in scientific figures.
I'm a Ph.D. student who knows how important it is to have great graphics for scientific papers, posters, and job talks. Good scientists don't just come up with results, they present the results in ways that inspire, educate, and amaze others. I'm looking to find contract graphic designers who specialize in scientific work. [more inside]
posted by aki_norev at 10:57 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by aki_norev at 10:57 AM PST - 17 comments
4 ingredient yogurt pizza dough
Please help me find this pizza dough recipe. [more inside]
posted by a robot made out of meat at 10:44 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by a robot made out of meat at 10:44 AM PST - 7 comments
Why are movie ticket prices so consistent?
Why are the prices for the discount art flick, the small production movie, the big studio romantic comedy and the big action film that cost $200 million to create all priced roughly the same? [more inside]
posted by Leenie at 10:34 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by Leenie at 10:34 AM PST - 21 comments
Copper not allowed on board?
A friend tweeted earlier :
Just boarded. Damn it. Security flagged my batik print block (made of copper) ,n KLM verified no go. They told me to collect when in Jkt nxt .
My friend was not told why. He assumed it's because of the composition of the block. I asked a pilot friend why so and he has no clue.
Anybody know why ? Thanks in advance.
How can I deal with boredom at my job without burning bridges?
Old job was boring, so I got a new job. Turns out, the new gig is more of the same. Can I look for a new position with less than a year at the company, or transfer internally? [more inside]
How do you use your Nord Lead 2X?
Hey Nord Lead 2X users-- how much can you do in software? [more inside]
How to charge for bike rental cancellations?
What's a fair way to deal with bike rental cancellations and/or security deposits for a small company just getting into this? [more inside]
posted by kpht at 9:48 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by kpht at 9:48 AM PST - 9 comments
What should I not miss at Whole Foods?
What non-frozen stuff should I buy while I'm near a Whole Foods today?
I live in a city that doesn't have a whole foods, trader joes, or even a good health food store. Today I'm in a city that has a whole foods, and I'm planning on stopping there before I head back home. What are the gems from whole foods that I should take back with me? I've seen this question for trader joes, but not whole foods. I'm interested in dry goods; I can't get frozen stuff back home since I
Don't have a cooler.
Thanks!
Gluten free food in Midtown, NY?
Looking for Gluten Free food items in Midtown Manhattan, NY [more inside]
Old people can have fun too
Where do people in their late 30s and 40s who have never learned to grow up go to have fun? [more inside]
Food manufacturing company be formed as a nonprofit?
I want to start a food company, similiar to Newman's Own, and donate all profits to charity. Assuming it will be profitable within a year or two, can the company be formed as a nonprofit corporation?
posted by Bushmiller at 9:01 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Bushmiller at 9:01 AM PST - 6 comments
Can my boss be my mentor?
I'd like to ask my boss to be a mentor for my careee development. How do I do it? Any pitfalls? What should I keep in mind? [more inside]
Do you think James Bond has any real friends?
Do you have a friend who seems to have it all -- financial stability, always the center of attention, people jumping into bed with them at the drop of a hat, to the point that it seems just plain unfair? Do you get jealous? If so, how do you maintain the friendship? If not, why do you think you don't feel any jealousy? (Particularly interested in answers from the early-twenties age range.) [more inside]
posted by scaryblackdeath at 9:00 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by scaryblackdeath at 9:00 AM PST - 24 comments
Where do I find specific information about New Yorks jazz age?
I’m looking for resources for information about Manhattan, NYC in the 1920s. I would especially love anything that goes by neighborhoods. The information I’m seeking is the detail of every day life- what areas were desirable or dangerous, who lived there, what kind of businesses were common, where people socialized. [more inside]
Help an Aussie fill out her first US tax return.
I have never completed a US tax return before I would love some suggestions on things to watch out for, hints and tips or most important of all links to websites with good beginners information for filing your own returns.
More info follows. [more inside]
posted by wwax at 8:59 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by wwax at 8:59 AM PST - 12 comments
do not buy your beer in the hood
The door on my crappy car got bent. It no longer makes a tight seal, and it is supposed to rain heavily for the next few days. Can I bend it back? [more inside]
posted by k8oglyph at 8:48 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by k8oglyph at 8:48 AM PST - 7 comments
How long can you leave bleach on a counter?
How long can I leave bleach on a countertop? [more inside]
posted by Polychrome at 8:45 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Polychrome at 8:45 AM PST - 6 comments
No smoking, please
Is it rude to cover your mouth around smokers? Should I care? [more inside]
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 8:35 AM PST - 56 comments
posted by roomthreeseventeen at 8:35 AM PST - 56 comments
WackySpeculativeTheoryFilter: When I'm wearing my glasses, my thinking becomes more rigid, systematic and well, nerdy. Or am I just crazy?
WackySpeculativeTheoryFilter: When I'm wearing my glasses, my thinking becomes more rigid, systematic and well, nerdy. Or am I just crazy? [more inside]
Help me make sense of Free Jazz
I've been listening to jazz for some time, but I haven't been able to get into free jazz. Whenever I try to listen to free jazz albums, they sound chaotic to me. It sounds like pure noise and my mind can't seem to digest it. I'd like to be able to understand and appreciate free jazz better. Are there any particularly accessible free jazz albums that you could suggest I try? Or any sort of approach for being able to "get" free jazz?
UK immigration and Knowledge of Life
Does anyone have any experience with UK immigration and the Knowledge of Life exam? [more inside]
posted by caoimhe at 8:18 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by caoimhe at 8:18 AM PST - 4 comments
pests on the prowl
My small manufacturing company has suffered several security problems in the past few weeks, including one break in. How can we upgrade our security posture and harden our defenses? [more inside]
posted by diode at 8:16 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by diode at 8:16 AM PST - 9 comments
Finding god in the mountains
I want to go on a spiritual quest in central Asia, and my current best idea is one of the many advertised 20+ day guided treks to Tibet and/or Nepal. I have extensive day hike experience in the western US, and I've spent a few weeks working in Shanghai, but I otherwise have no backpacking or international travel experience. Looking for tour company recommendations and curious about the best time of year to go, in addition to anything else I should know about travel and trekking in the Himalayas. [more inside]
What should I do for six hours in Springfield, Mass?
I will be in Springfield, Mass. for roughly 6 hours on Monday morning/afternoon. I have to catch an Amtrak train at 2. What can I do between 8am-2pm in Springfield, within bus-able (?) distance of the train station? (I'm car-less.) Is there a main street area to walk around? How should I spend this time? [more inside]
posted by melodykramer at 8:02 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by melodykramer at 8:02 AM PST - 9 comments
Family lodging in DC
I need to house my family in DC for a long weekend in May. I need it not to be insanely expensive. Creative ideas required! [more inside]
posted by cessair at 7:43 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by cessair at 7:43 AM PST - 9 comments
Greetings, Poetry Lovers! Help me remember this poem.
Trying to find a half-remembered poem. It was something about transitory natural states, and I think it specifically mentioned the moment when rain turns to sleet or sleet turns to snow or some such. I think some kind of precipitation was the subject. And that's all I have. Thanks for anything you can offer!
posted by mattholomew at 7:23 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by mattholomew at 7:23 AM PST - 6 comments
If you believe in my man in the moon...
Is the man in the moon I see the same as everyone else? [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 6:33 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by zardoz at 6:33 AM PST - 19 comments
Samsung Galaxy S II on Verizon Wireless?
Is it possible to use an unlocked Samsung Galaxy S II on Verizon in the US? [more inside]
posted by Grither at 5:33 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Grither at 5:33 AM PST - 5 comments
Site like the digested read.
I love the Digested Read from the Guardian. I am looking for similar sites/blogs/podcasts which provide summaries of newly published books. While I enjoy how John Crace satirizes the style and ideas of the author in his articles, I would sometimes like to read more straight-forward summaries of books. I have a preference for non-fiction, but fiction is also cool.
Help me learn a very selective slice of Greek and Latin words.
Is there a resource where I can learn about the Greek and Latin words that commonly underlie words and names in English? I don't want to learn Greek or Latin, I'm talking about only the words which are commonly useful as 'clues'. [more inside]
posted by Kirn at 5:00 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Kirn at 5:00 AM PST - 14 comments
ooohhhh the Black Forest...
Considering a weekend in Schwarzwald (The Black Forest) in Baden-Württemberg, southwestern Germany; Is the Schwarzwald actually as picturesque / interesting as I've grown up to believe? (or is it more like Sherwood Forest in the UK; small, crappy, not much of a 'forest' and best avoided?) [more inside]
posted by mary8nne at 4:37 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by mary8nne at 4:37 AM PST - 4 comments
A woman's right to shoes
[How to be a girl filter] I can't do high heels. Sadface. [more inside]
posted by Ziggy500 at 4:11 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by Ziggy500 at 4:11 AM PST - 25 comments
Long distance relationship or transfer university?
I'll be moving to London in October for work, but my partner is enrolled in university here with two years of studies to go for his undergraduate degree. We need to weigh up our options and are looking for advice on transferring schools or the prospect of a long distance relationship. [more inside]
How can I view Tweets in Firefox, only better?
I'm looking for a new Twitter client that lives "inside" Firefox. (Windows 7) [more inside]
posted by ArmyOfKittens at 1:49 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by ArmyOfKittens at 1:49 AM PST - 3 comments
Movies set on a single ship
Movies set predominantly on a single spaceship? [more inside]
March 12
I only want a partial enchilada, thank you
I have too much of a good thing. A lot of people want to date me. I am not interested in most of them beyond friendship, though, and I'm in a really comfortable FWB situation and don't want "the whole enchilada" of commitment, yet I only want this one person. [more inside]
Can I Legally Bet on March Madness?
Sports betting in the USA, specifically March Madness, is it legal? [more inside]
posted by Talez at 10:43 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Talez at 10:43 PM PST - 8 comments
Need personalized fashion advice for my unique body shape
I need a source to help me decide best dress shapes and styles for my body. [more inside]
Mystical Properties of Wand Woods
What is a good source of information about the magic's properties of different woods in wand making? [more inside]
Please help me narrow down my place in (international) women's health, and help me map a path to get to that place.
Please help me narrow down my place in (international) women's health, and help me map a path to get to that place. [more inside]
What to SLC and do?
My girlfriend and I have one day in Salt Lake City. What shall we do? [more inside]
L
Long shot- can you piece together what death metal(?) album this is based on details I remember of the album cover?? [more inside]
posted by assasinatdbeauty at 9:06 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by assasinatdbeauty at 9:06 PM PST - 6 comments
The pins on her ...
Are very thin legs something that has occurred as a genetic change in the last 100-200 years? [more inside]
Help Me Speak Pretty
How do you give a presentation with confidence, without reading your notes word-for-word? [more inside]
Should I replace my iPod now or not?
Would I be a fool to buy a new iPod Classic now, or should I wait for an update that may never come? [more inside]
posted by Camofrog at 8:46 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Camofrog at 8:46 PM PST - 16 comments
How can I get over fatigue?
How do I work through fatigue spells/flare ups? [more inside]
Help me display Playstation on my Mac
I'm hooking up a gaming console to my Mac Pro, via a FW Miglia Director's Cut Take Two, which is apparently natively recognized as a camcorder by OS X. What app do I need to cleanly display the game on my screen? [more inside]
Gift ideas for a 25 year old guy
What should I get my 25 year old roommate for his birthday that's $20 or less? [more inside]
posted by mtphoto at 8:09 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by mtphoto at 8:09 PM PST - 20 comments
Info about unproduced British movie Armada?
Looking for information about an unproduced British(?) film titled Armada, from the late 70s or early 80s. [more inside]
Looking for newspaper printer near Georgetown, Texas?
I'm looking for a printer that has offset web press services (to print newspapers) in or near Georgetown, Texas (such as one located in Austin or surrounding areas). Does anyone know of one? [more inside]
posted by LillyBird at 7:38 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by LillyBird at 7:38 PM PST - 7 comments
Where can I buy a nice box and some foam in Vancouver?
Where can I buy a nice box and some foam in Vancouver? [more inside]
Where can my friends and I go for some good, adult fun before everyone starts having babehs?
Where should my 10 friends and I rent a cabin in Northern California this summer/fall? [more inside]
Vision Thing!
Looking for multicoloured funky eyeglass frames - hive mind, help me find them. [more inside]
Tell me all you know about rabies
My sister's cat does not have a rabies shot, and she got out of the house and was missing for four days. I just got her back in the house, but I'm worried that she might have rabies. What should I do? Snowflaky details inside. [more inside]
iOS Heart Rate Monitor..
I have a question about my Scosche myTREK heart rate monitor for my iPhone. [more inside]
Size of this dog's bladder?
Dog/veterinary filter: What would be the normal size and/or volume of the bladder of a 35-pound, adult, female Wheaten terrier?
Free insurance too good to be true?
Former employer may have kept me on their insurance plan for longer than intended--are there any repercussions for me? [more inside]
Never meant to be?
"If you love something, let it go." Please recommend me positively-themed stories, TV show episodes, movies, and songs dealing with when the something never comes back.
Enrichment and internships for a high-schooler in Rochester, NY.
My younger brother, a high-school sophomore, is asking about internships and other interesting opportunities for people his age in Rochester, NY. [more inside]
Amazon wishlist setting to keep items on the list when they're purchased?
Is there a setting for Amazon Wishlists to keep items on the list after they're purchased? [more inside]
posted by sharkfu at 4:18 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by sharkfu at 4:18 PM PST - 5 comments
Ideas for a birthday outing in Manchester (UK)?
Any suggestions for a fun birthday night out in Manchester (UK)? [more inside]
Should this City Mouse Become a (pseudo)Country Mouse?
MakeMyMindUpForMe-filter: If you were a not-so-young-anymore grad student to be, and had to choose between spending the next 6(ish) years of your life in Durham or Chicago, which would you choose on a purely lifestyle basis (academic/$$ considerations being relatively equal), and why? Looking for experiences of those who have lived (not necessarily studied) in either (or both!) places. Semi-relevant details inside. [more inside]
SUGGGAAARRRRR, stop following me!
Be gone, processed sugars! But I need some help, please. [more inside]
How to Make my Face Look Great?
What are your best tips for improving your complexion? [more inside]
Help me find new computer speakers
Help me not make another $425 mistake
Please recommend an iPad 2 case. [more inside]
I'm so tired, so very tired. Please help.
I am tired. I am always tired. I have always been tired. And it seems like nothing can change this fact. I'm asking y'all at this point because I'm out of ideas on what to do from here. [more inside]
posted by Modica at 3:40 PM PST - 47 comments
posted by Modica at 3:40 PM PST - 47 comments
where should i be looking if i want to study healthcare?
I want to study wellness-based healthcare. I am in absolutely no hurry and am willing to put the hard work in to get there. [more inside]
Please recommend me some romance seinen anime.
Please recommend me some good romance anime (preferably seinen). [more inside]
How can I politely get people to stop using a nickname?
My name is Michael. A very small number of people call me Mike, which I don't regard as my name, but I don't really think it's a big deal. The only time it really bugs me is when they introduce me to other people as Mike or send group e-mails addressed to Mike, because then others think my name is Mike. What is the most polite way to request that someone use my actual name? Do you think this is a petty request? [more inside]
posted by grouse at 3:35 PM PST - 61 comments
posted by grouse at 3:35 PM PST - 61 comments
Ars longa, vita brevis - how to modify?
Latin-speakers! I'm writing an article about the short-lived nature of media today and I'm hoping to repurpose "Ars longa, vita brevis," either switching ars and vita (i.e. life is long and art is short), or having both be ars (i.e. art is both long and short). I'm not at all sure this can be done while retaining the essential four-word structure of the saying. Does "ars longa, ars brevis" work? Do I need "est" in there (I'd rather not)? Do I need to change the declension?
posted by BlackLeotardFront at 3:34 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by BlackLeotardFront at 3:34 PM PST - 4 comments
White Wolf is too prolific; help me, HiveMind!
Can you help me with a Vampire:the Requiem plot? [more inside]
What do I need in a computer to do what I want?
What do I need in a computer to do what I want? [more inside]
posted by Dick Laurent is Dead at 3:26 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Dick Laurent is Dead at 3:26 PM PST - 9 comments
Tranquil, folky song, sung by a woman, something to do with years... can you identify?
I have a song stuck in my head and can't remember what it is. It's a fairly tranquil, folky song sung by a woman. What I can remember of the lyrics has something about years: "[something something something] nineteen sixty nine [something] seventy eight." Ringing any bells?
posted by Kattullus at 3:23 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Kattullus at 3:23 PM PST - 6 comments
Light My Route of Blind Dating
Blind Date and Matchmaking Panic. [more inside]
Alabama primary: Gingrich or Santorum?
To help Obama win, do I vote for Santorum or Gingrich? I'm an anarchist/socialist living in Alabama, where crossover voting is permitted. I'm looking for sound logic and effective strategy. [more inside]
Two computer problems
So I've had this problem since I built my computer a few months ago, it is completely sporadic and seemingly random. Sometimes my computer won't freeze for days, other times shortly after start up.
When it freezes everything stops, the keyboard and mouse are unresponsive (no Ctrl-alt-del etc.) and if sound is playing there is a sort of "glitch" then silence. I don't know yet whether this is hardware related or software related.
The other problem (separate then the freezing) I've been having on startup:
I can't use it normally at all, because when I start a program like firefox or anything it else it freezes and I have to hard restart every time, or I have to wait 30 minutes and then firefox or other programs will start. Or the other issue arises where no programs will start and I'm forced to hard restart again. I can only run it working in safemode with networking, which prevents me from doing what I built it for, gaming and videos etc. Running chkdsk /r fixes this problem, but it sometimes returns. This is a secondary problem unrelated to the first. [more inside]
Please help me value my time and please don't bill me for your time.
I am looking for your strategies to convince yourself that your time is valuable when it comes to life in general and also in billing for your time. [more inside]
He seems to be reverse engineering his age
Non-materialist mathematician is having a milestone birthday. Looking for small mathematical sculpture or something similar and unique as a present. Need ideas and links. [more inside]
posted by Kerasia at 2:39 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by Kerasia at 2:39 PM PST - 18 comments
I smell smoking people.
I believe I am having olfactory hallucinations. My husband thinks I am crazy. [more inside]
posted by fifilaru at 2:32 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by fifilaru at 2:32 PM PST - 20 comments
detangle me!
How do you ladies with long hair keep your hair from turning into a horrible knotted bird's nest, especially the part by your neck? [more inside]
I've fallen, and I can't get up!
How do I respond to professional praise?
My manager fairly frequently sends me email praising me for my work. I think I'm just doing my job. How should I respond? [more inside]
Oh Yeah, I met Anonymous! She was a real weirdo!
How do introverted, slightly misanthropic celebrities deal with their adoring fans? [more inside]
Jumping through 5" plastic hoops
Will my album get more exposure if it exists as a CD? [more inside]
Tutorials for Figure Drawing, Shading and Coloring Digitally
Looking for tutorials on drawing human figures and coloring them digitally. [more inside]
posted by The ____ of Justice at 1:02 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by The ____ of Justice at 1:02 PM PST - 5 comments
Teaching chess to someone who's not a total NERD
A friend and I would like to start playing chess together. The only problem is that I'm a fairly strong player and he's not (knows the rules, hasn't played much, and not in a long time). Have any of you been in this situation? What to do? [more inside]
posted by Busoni at 12:58 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by Busoni at 12:58 PM PST - 22 comments
Roots of the Blog-Flight Game
What are the best active capoeira blogs? All those I used to read have slowly been retired, and I can't seem to find replacements. [more inside]
Clever, unique gift for triplets?
Looking for a cool / clever / unique gift for a friend who is pregnant with triplets. [more inside]
What is the VU Loaded font?
Is there an available font that is similar to the title on Velvet Underground's Loaded album? Example here.
Thank You For Shopping Here Your Business Is Appreciated
What can you tell me about those red signs that say Thank You For Shopping Here Your Business Is Appreciated? [more inside]
posted by bubukaba at 12:34 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by bubukaba at 12:34 PM PST - 11 comments
In Search of Lost Time
Looking for a lit/poetry email-newsletter thingy I used to subscribe to. [more inside]
posted by Doleful Creature at 12:32 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Doleful Creature at 12:32 PM PST - 5 comments
Calculating a binomial distribution confidence interval for a particular experiment
[StatisticsFilter] I’m trying to understand the extent that the statics of a particular experiment can be evaluated and trying to relate that to a 95% confidence interval. The experiment is considered “a standard”, but I want to keep the discussion as “high level” as I can so that we focus on only the relevant details. Any help or pointers in the right direction are greatly appreciated. [more inside]
posted by nickerbocker at 12:28 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by nickerbocker at 12:28 PM PST - 25 comments
A tutti piace l'odore dei gatti. Ragni.
I'm starting to learn Italian. Can you give me any tips and/or resources that helped you learn Italian? Preferably online/free; examples inside. Also, please give me fun Italian pop! [more inside]
Massage therapist in Philadelphia?
Licensed massage therapist in Philadelphia? (that will talk to me a bit about anatomy?) [more inside]
How do I get into Twitter?
Are you into twitter? If so, how did you get into it and who did you follow? Do you use it more with friends or celebrities? I hear a lot of people say they like twitter, but I never seem to have quite gotten it. [more inside]
Help give me some ideas for my Game of Thrones Potluck Season 2 premiere party!!!
I'm planning a party for the Game of Thrones premiere on April 1st, we're planning on doing a potluck, using the show as a theme for the dishes. I have already found several sites or blogs dedicated to recipes of dishes mentioned in the books. But if you do have a good recipe, please feel free to share it as well!! [more inside]
Help my inflamed pudendal nerve. Can't sit down.
I have an irritated pudendal nerve and can't sit down for longer than 30 minutes--help! [more inside]
Will dry cleaning hurt my cashmere coat?
I have a 15-year old black cashmere coat (women's) from Kiton. I've never had it dry-cleaned. It's in very good shape and doesn't appear dirty but I'm wondering if it can be freshened up. I worry that the dry cleaner might damage it, for example by flattening the hair when pressing it.
posted by Dragonness at 11:58 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Dragonness at 11:58 AM PST - 4 comments
UK Phone Home
Can we use our US iphones in the UK and Ireland? [more inside]
4G LTE SIM swap?
Please enlighten me about Verizon LTE SIM cards. [more inside]
posted by jozxyqk at 11:39 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by jozxyqk at 11:39 AM PST - 6 comments
What are a homeowner's responsibilities on a construction project?
As owner, how involved do I need to be for a full residential restoration construction project? [more inside]
Grr, Facebook: How can I remove the "born" story from my timeline?
Grr, Facebook: How can I remove the "born" story from my timeline? [more inside]
GoDaddy holding my domain hostage
Help me transfer my domain off of GoDaddy, they are holding it illegally even though I've played by their stupid rules so far and I dont know what to do!! [more inside]
Pinterest for Teams?
I need a website where a team of 10 people can post pictures, text, videos, songs, etc., make comments on each others posts, and keep it private (or ideally have the option to keep it private, or public as we choose). Basically I need Pinterest for teams. [more inside]
Book on Time
I'm looking for a non-fiction book about the history of time in human societies. [more inside]
posted by cupcakemuffin at 10:59 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by cupcakemuffin at 10:59 AM PST - 6 comments
Open Source Accounting Software
I am looking for a good, professional quality Open Source accounting software written either in C# (1st preference) or VB.NET. [more inside]
Can I rent a car - one-way - from the Isle of Skye to Edinburgh?
I am planning an April trip to Scotland and would like to take the West Highland train from Glasgow to Mallaig/Skye. Arriving in Skye, I would like to rent a car. Problem is, I would like to return to Edinburgh through Glencoe or Loch Lomond, and enjoy the flexibility that comes along with having your own car, rather than take the bus. Can I rent a one way car between Skye and Edinburgh? [more inside]
Hugs not shrugs
Landlord/Tenant issues in Austin, TX
(Austin) Texas landlord/tenant issues. YANML of course. [more inside]
posted by jpziller at 10:37 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by jpziller at 10:37 AM PST - 11 comments
Help us plan our June road trip from San Francisco to Seattle.
Help us plan our June road trip from San Francisco to Seattle. [more inside]
UK Accountant looking for jobs in US
UK accountant looking for a job in the US. [more inside]
How can I learn entrepreneur business skills?
I've got the technical skills and the product idea, but I know nothing about the business side of doing a startup. How can I learn and do? [more inside]
Where and when to take the kids to Europe this summer?
3 week family vacation in Europe – kids want a mix of cities and beach. We are thinking Spain, but are totally flexible. Is it better for us to travel in July or August? Seems like many Europeans are on vacation in August. [more inside]
posted by caroo at 9:54 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by caroo at 9:54 AM PST - 12 comments
How to overcome a family issue?
How should I ease myself out of the family conflict? [more inside]
What're your favorite photography blogs, forums, and magazines that focus on the craft and practice?
What're your favorite photography blogs, forums, and magazines that focus on the craft and practice? [more inside]
posted by Mercaptan at 9:50 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by Mercaptan at 9:50 AM PST - 10 comments
I want my lunches back!!
Months ago, I was asked to do something outside of the scope of my job (over my lunch hour to boot). I don't want to do it anymore. What are my options? [more inside]
Can I train myself to breathe through my nose?
Is there any way to stop myself from breathing through my mouth? [more inside]
I've read a lot of books. Now I want to do something productive.
Is there a way to download a list, en masse, of ALL the digital books I've bought via Amazon.com? [more inside]
posted by dfriedman at 9:25 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by dfriedman at 9:25 AM PST - 4 comments
Mac Backups: Retrospect or ???
I'm looking for a reliable way to backup 100 OSX client computers across the network. [more inside]
What does one call oneself?
Dusting off the old resume and started thinking about eye-catching descriptors. Leaving aside the question of whether or not it's a good idea to include terms like "Turnaround Artist," "Thought Leader," etc on one's resume, what are some other business terms like this?
Help me impress my boyfriend's dad by being cheap
Help me plan the cheapest possible meals in New York for my boyfriend's father, who's visiting us for a weekend. He's not impressed by anything unless it's under $3. It doesn't have to taste good. It just needs to be insanely cheap. [more inside]
posted by pineappleheart at 8:40 AM PST - 37 comments
posted by pineappleheart at 8:40 AM PST - 37 comments
What greasemonkey scripts would I want if I only knew they existed?
What greasemonkey scripts would I want if I only knew they existed? [more inside]
posted by callmejay at 8:23 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by callmejay at 8:23 AM PST - 6 comments
lead me with strong hands / stand up when I can't
Can you suggest some books about leadership? [more inside]
Please give me your road bike buying advice!
Please give me your road bike buying advice! [more inside]
posted by bushmango at 8:04 AM PST - 35 comments
posted by bushmango at 8:04 AM PST - 35 comments
New England/Mid Atlantic spring break for an outdoorsy family ideas?
I need ideas for a New England/Mid Atlantic spring break trip. Would like to go to rent a house on or near a wild beach... [more inside]
posted by LittleMy at 8:04 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by LittleMy at 8:04 AM PST - 7 comments
What should I do with my disposable income investing-wise?
Financial Advice. About to be 30 years old and would like some advice on what to do with disposable income. Details inside! [more inside]
posted by PetiePal at 7:11 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by PetiePal at 7:11 AM PST - 16 comments
Export a list of file names and "date picture taken"
For a given folder full of images, I want to export a list of file names and corresponding "date picture taken" values. NOT "date created," NOT "date modified." I'd like the file in .csv or .txt format. Can the Windows command line do this? Failing that, some freeware EXIF-reader program? Thanks! [more inside]
posted by sleevener at 7:07 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by sleevener at 7:07 AM PST - 7 comments
I need a UK replacement passport in one day. Help
Help! I've lost my passport, and I'm due to fly out in two days. UK passport agency doesn't normally give out a replacement passport in one day. Does anyone have any experience in persuading them to do so? [more inside]
An affinity for random numbers
What is the significance of numbers/units of time (months/weekdays) in disorders like schizophrenia/bipolar? [more inside]
Help with Document Annotation
I'm looking for an application that would allow me to load a document into it, and then annotate that document from drop-down menus. I want to be able to customize the content of those menus. [more inside]
posted by Chasuk at 5:12 AM PST - 1 comment
posted by Chasuk at 5:12 AM PST - 1 comment
Dumb Excel question
Excel-Filter: I am using Excel 2011 (for Mac, if it matters). I want to create a simple X-Y chart of two columns. That's it. Should be simple. But I must be missing something. [more inside]
posted by vacapinta at 4:39 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by vacapinta at 4:39 AM PST - 3 comments
I want to avoid buyer's remorse
If you bought an 11" MacBook Air, do you wish you had bought the 13" instead?
How do you refill empty squeeze tubes?
How do you refill empty squeeze tubes? [more inside]
posted by GlassHeart at 2:23 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by GlassHeart at 2:23 AM PST - 9 comments
What's in WMF's Ceradur non-stick coating?
What's in WMF's Ceradur coating for non-stick pans? And is it safe to use unlike Teflon? [more inside]
Wireless access point with updates
Recommendations please: wireless router. Caveat: needs to be kept up-to-date. [more inside]
March 11
Gimme my cute tuckus and rosy cheeks back.
I have two problems: poor circulation and slowly advancing secretary spread. Which exercises and/or sports will help me tackle both? [more inside]
Macular degeneration and blue light
Does preventing "blue light" exposure in the context of ocular health also include blue colors on the computer monitor? [more inside]
posted by Brian B. at 10:19 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by Brian B. at 10:19 PM PST - 11 comments
Can someone identify this paper currency?
Can someone identify this paper currency? [more inside]
posted by parrot_person at 9:33 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by parrot_person at 9:33 PM PST - 7 comments
Sulfite Allergy = No Wine. Now What?
Dang it, allergic to sulfites. Does this ruin wine for me forever? [more inside]
Beef liver fireworks
Why does beef liver spark in the microwave? [more inside]
posted by HotToddy at 9:15 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by HotToddy at 9:15 PM PST - 11 comments
Double, Double, Toile and Trouble...
InteriorDesignFilter: I have three 22x28" baroque frames that I need to fill. [more inside]
posted by erstwhile at 9:05 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by erstwhile at 9:05 PM PST - 6 comments
How to track affiliate sales on PayPal
How do I track affiliate sales with a tracking pixel using PayPal checkout? [more inside]
How can I get an item only sold within Japan to the U.S.?
I want to buy a specific Japanese item, but neither the maker nor amazon.co.jp will ship this item to the U.S. This item is not being sold in the U.S. or the U.K. I don't currently have any friends in Japan. Do I have any options?
posted by TayBridge at 9:02 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by TayBridge at 9:02 PM PST - 8 comments
I really like water...
Need a quick, simple response to "why aren't you drinking??" [more inside]
posted by brynna at 8:42 PM PST - 72 comments
posted by brynna at 8:42 PM PST - 72 comments
Meta Turk
How can I best design a Mechanical Turk question to get the best results within my budget? [more inside]
Older mother with significant osteoporosis, what to expect
Mother, 80 years old, with significant osteoporosis -- what should we expect? [more inside]
posted by ClaudiaCenter at 8:19 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by ClaudiaCenter at 8:19 PM PST - 7 comments
I'll Ignore You If You Promise Not To Kill Us
According to this post, electronics rule violations on planes won't really put my safety in jeopardy (by bringing the plan down or anything) but am I supposed to ignore blatant electronics usage during take-off and landing? [more inside]
posted by shew at 7:48 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by shew at 7:48 PM PST - 27 comments
Will my cat be ok after eating grease?
Zula got up on the counter this afternoon and ate about 1/3 cup of grease from ground beef and bacon. She's been pretty lazy since then, not eating dinner (no surprise). Can cats "overdose" on grease? Is there an amount that is considered toxic? Google told me about Pancreatitis so I know to watch for vomiting. I can call my vet in the morning.
Help me help my elderly parents learn to use an iPad.
Once my iPad 3 arrives this Friday, I'm planning on giving my 1st generation iPad to my parents. They're both in their 60s and fairly computer illiterate. I've tried to teach them the basics, but what apps or websites could I pre-install on the iPad when I give it to them to help them learn at their own pace? Bonus question; Dad likes soccer and I don't, so what's your recommendation for the best soccer apps to put on there? [more inside]
What is this?
What are these giant fans/propellers I sometime see in farm fields? [more inside]
posted by tylerkaraszewski at 6:26 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by tylerkaraszewski at 6:26 PM PST - 5 comments
Looking for 19 inch white lcd tv
Searching for 19-inch white LCD television in New York or online and need some help. [more inside]
Advice on moving out of my parents house
Moving out of my parents house, need to figure out a budget and a place to live [more inside]
Resources for blog design?
What do I need to learn in order to make fancy article layouts on the web? [more inside]
posted by Cortes at 5:27 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Cortes at 5:27 PM PST - 9 comments
a life of activism
What are some good memoirs/stories/quotes/resources for guidance in being a community activist? [more inside]
Help not look like an abuse victim.
The best makeup to cover up serious bruises and/or treatments that help bruises heal faster. [more inside]
Need help with story set in 1870's Rocky Mountains
Does anyone know the history of mining towns and/or horse ranching in the Rocky Mountains, or where to go to research it? [more inside]
posted by trollnystan at 4:40 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by trollnystan at 4:40 PM PST - 17 comments
landlord and tenant dispute
It's 7:30 on a Sunday night and my landlord has contractors varnishing the floors of the downstairs apartment. It is filling the house with a noxious odour and loud banging noises. I live on the top floor of a house with two other apartments below in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. We were not informed that there would be workmen in the building. Is he within his rights to have contractors doing work at this hour?
posted by dazed_one at 4:35 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by dazed_one at 4:35 PM PST - 7 comments
Which will help my credit score more
Which counts more positively to your credit score - fewer revolving accounts (credit cards) or a lower balance:available credit ratio? [more inside]
Favourite parts of Florence?
Tell me about your favourite places and or things in Florence. [more inside]
To blog, or not to blog...
Looking for examples of well written blogs that cover a multitude of topics without seeming disorganized. [more inside]
Literary fiction served with a side of romance, please
I'm looking for (at least borderline) Serious Literature published in the last 20 years with romantic elements. [more inside]
8mm Telecine Project
8mm home movie tag & bag questions. [more inside]
My laptop needs a new hard drive. Am I getting the best deal?
My laptop needs a new hard drive. Am I getting the best deal? [more inside]
posted by ptsampras14 at 2:24 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by ptsampras14 at 2:24 PM PST - 9 comments
Difficult Decisions, Missed Opportunities and a Dog
Some people say: “If you have doubt, it is there for a reason.”
Other people say: “Everyone has doubt. Don’t miss a golden opportunity because you don’t feel ready. No one ever feels 100% ready for anything until it happens.”
What is the line between a rational decision and a missed opportunity, and how do I tell the difference?
Disclaimer: Not really about the dog. [more inside]
posted by emoemu at 2:12 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by emoemu at 2:12 PM PST - 19 comments
We can't get there from there
Why is this relatively simple flight configuration so hard to make happen? [more inside]
posted by thinkpiece at 2:01 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by thinkpiece at 2:01 PM PST - 6 comments
Searching for the critical thinking textbook I had in grade school
Please help me find the critical thinking textbook my grade-school class used in the early eighties. [more inside]
As if millions of voices were suddenly silenced
How can I get all recent posts by others on a Facebook timeline page to appear inline, in chronological order, in the timeline instead of in a separate box? [more inside]
Kid-friendly MMO?
My 10-year-old loved Lego Universe. Now that it has closed up shop, we're looking for something similar. Any recommendations?
Of all the odd names for software projects, "git" ranks... somewhere in the middle.
Where can I find resources to help me learn the basics of Git so that I can effectively use Octopress to power my static site blog? [more inside]
posted by a small part of the world at 12:35 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by a small part of the world at 12:35 PM PST - 8 comments
What does a Canadian expat moving to Chicago need to consider?
I am a Canadian expat currently living in the UK and I might be moving to Chicago. What kind of things do I need to consider? What are the differences in employment benefits that I need to look out for? I'm married. What are the work visa issues for spouses of someone with a work visa? Where in Chicago can you live (rent) without a car and still have a garden? What am I forgetting?
How do I turn my Word file novel into an Amazon listing?
Years ago, I wrote a novel. I am not interested in seeking out a publisher for it - rather, I'm hoping to sell it on Amazon as an e-book for a few bucks. From someone who has done it, how can I transform my Word file into an Amazon e-book listing which I can direct my friends to? [more inside]
posted by Sully at 12:33 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Sully at 12:33 PM PST - 8 comments
A place to safely and legally f*** in Austin
Looking for hourly hotels and similar places for discreet trysts in Austin, Texas. [more inside]
Paging Dr. Freud! Why did this happen?
Paging Dr. Freud! Why did this happen? I called out my father's name instead of my husband's in bed. [more inside]
Cruising to Alaska - what should we know?
We're thinking about going on a cruise to Alaska in late August/early September and we have no experience with cruising or Alaska. What do we need to know? How do we work within our budget? Two adults, no kids. [more inside]
Collecting out-of-state unemployment while living in New York
If I collected California unemployment benefits while living in New York, do I have to pay taxes to New York? [more inside]
Is there a testAS study guide?
Are there any study guides available for the TestAS? [more inside]
Matchmaker, Matchmaker, make me a... snitch?
(TL;DR): He’s still online after 2 1/2 years. Now he’s engaged to my friend. I made the match. Do I do anything? [more inside]
posted by Lettuce_Leaves at 11:43 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by Lettuce_Leaves at 11:43 AM PST - 34 comments
Are these bugs or eggs
I keep finding these small cocoon-like things on our kitchen counter. My wife thinks they may be bugs or cocoons coming from the molding above the sink. I tried to inspect it closer, but it just seems like there is dirt inside.
Should I worry?
Cure for pleco with cottony mouth fungus?
My plecostomus still has fungus after treatment. What to do next? [more inside]
How do I protect myself and my wallet when renting a car?
How much insurance coverage does a person without a car (or their own insurance) need when renting a car in the U.S.? [more inside]
Sacramento Friends: What are your experiences with Page Plus, Virgin Mobile, and StraightTalk?
Sacramento, CA Filter: What are your experiences with Page Plus, Virgin Mobile, and StraightTalk? Leaning toward Page Plus for their coverage map and price point. [more inside]
posted by luciddream928 at 10:29 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by luciddream928 at 10:29 AM PST - 10 comments
Help me find a supervillan costume!
I've been invited to a supervillan costume party. Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by robot-hugs at 10:22 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by robot-hugs at 10:22 AM PST - 21 comments
Will my hair look like Monica's?!
What is the weather really like in Mexico in mid August? And will I be able to stand the humidity?! [more inside]
What city will offer me the best career opportunities?
What is the best city to find a job that utilizes my skills in writing and languages? Cost of living no object. [more inside]
Dating after Divorce - Children Intros?
DivorceFilter Colorado: I have been told that there are guidelines for introducing children of a previous marriage to your a new romantic interest. [more inside]
posted by TauLepton at 8:58 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by TauLepton at 8:58 AM PST - 13 comments
Where am I from?
I need a short reply to the "where are you from?" question. [more inside]
posted by Ms. Moonlight at 8:05 AM PST - 58 comments
posted by Ms. Moonlight at 8:05 AM PST - 58 comments
running in place
Question about what, in medical/nutritional terms, constitutes a sedentary lifestyle versus one with "moderate" activity. I don't know where I fall. [more inside]
What was this weird thing they used to have in music stores?
Can anybody fill in the gaps in this memory I have of shopping for cassette tapes in the mid to late eighties? Memories involve a plexi glass wall and conveyor belt contraption used to prevent theft. [more inside]
posted by shushufindi at 8:03 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by shushufindi at 8:03 AM PST - 7 comments
Book recommendations for a nautical reader.
Book recommendations for late 30's Australian Marine Engineer currently stuck on naval ship on the way to the Middle East? [more inside]
posted by gomichild at 4:31 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by gomichild at 4:31 AM PST - 14 comments
No more burping due to no carbs?!?
Burping and no-carb diet. Specifically, can a LACK of burping be due to the no-carb diet? Has this been anyone's experience? [more inside]
It's a thingimibob. But what sort of thingimibob?
Asking for a friend: what is this? Pic 1 and pic 2. Apparently "carved mother-of-pearl with gold banding and red stones". [more inside]
Hi, I'm from The Internet, and I'm your aunt.
What fun things can I do over Skype to maintain a relationship with my nephew between visits? He's 2 years old right now, but I'm also interested in things he might enjoy as he gets older. [more inside]
posted by embrangled at 1:16 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by embrangled at 1:16 AM PST - 12 comments
March 10
One sided friendship, or poor social skills?
I'm having a hard time trying to figure out if a new friendship is one sided and should be tossed, or if I'm just not presenting myself well. [more inside]
Traveling with a soon-to-expire Chinese passport to the States, will we get trouble?
Asking for friend: Chinese passport with US Visa expiring in less than six months, will we get trouble crossing the border from Canada to US for a trip? [more inside]
Developing the non-pushy ask
How do I, very much an asker, make it easy and comfortable for an askee if they want to say "no"? or do I need to just not ask? [more inside]
posted by spbmp at 9:56 PM PST - 29 comments
posted by spbmp at 9:56 PM PST - 29 comments
How do I speak to my dad when his crazy thoughts are driving me crazy?
How to reply to my fathers schizophrenic ideations? (long, sorry!) [more inside]
is this legal
Unauthorized credit card charges, how did they get my credit card number? [more inside]
posted by wandering_not_lost at 8:22 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by wandering_not_lost at 8:22 PM PST - 10 comments
help, please
looking for anecdotal information about the effects of mood stabilizers (ssri, anti-anxiety) on sex drive. [more inside]
Help Me Find a Touch Screen Interface to my music collection.
I am looking for a touch screen interface to my music collection. Ideally I would like a touch screen/tablet, preferably an Android device, that can act as a front end to my music collection that is located Unbuntu. Ideally I would like to see all my albums as album art and all you would need to do is touch an album to play it. [more inside]
posted by vac2003 at 7:27 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by vac2003 at 7:27 PM PST - 8 comments
Book recommendations
Books/Autobiographies which inspire? [more inside]
Is it unreasonable to ask my company to cover my apartment rent after I relocate?
Is it unreasonable to ask my company to cover my apartment rent after I relocate? [more inside]
How does wearing latex gloves keep fingerprints from being destroyed?
In pretty much every detective show I've seen, people at the crime scene wear latex gloves in order to protect any fingerprints that might be around.
My question is, how does this keep fingerprints from smearing? Given that the fingerprints are just oil residue left behind, how does wearing a glove keep the oil from being displaced and ultimately destroying the fingerprint
posted by mulligan at 6:10 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by mulligan at 6:10 PM PST - 5 comments
I'd almost rather you'd just be a bitch all the time.
How do you deal with a moody coworker? [more inside]
Verizon Prepaid = A 6 Month Lock on Switching Your Number to a Verizon Contract?
Verizon and Google Voice experts: Which of these plans will be the best way to port my number? What can go wrong with these approaches? [more inside]
posted by slidell at 4:04 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by slidell at 4:04 PM PST - 5 comments
List of lists, king of kings, turnip of turnips
After reading the FPP on cephalophores, I found myself on Wikipedia reading a list of patron saints of ailments, illness and dangers. There are many such lists on Wikipedia and I'd like to find more of them. Can you suggest additional excellent lists for me to enjoy? [more inside]
Books that are also for looks?
Neat books you don't read? I'm thinking of buying a bookshelf that's also an art piece, but I'd need more books than I own. I'm looking for interesting - and cheap - suggestions. [more inside]
posted by 2oh1 at 3:35 PM PST - 36 comments
posted by 2oh1 at 3:35 PM PST - 36 comments
How do I put together a DIY, on-the-cheap, wireless home music system?
Advice needed: how to put together a DIY, on-the-cheap home music system where I can listen to my music from any room in the house? [more inside]
Please help me find cheap prescription meds.
Please help me lower the cost of my prescription meds. [more inside]
What to consider before zapping a depressed brain?
Mom has gone from minor OCD behavior and compulsive thoughts to a severe depression with psychosis. The docs have started to recommend ECT, but she's terribly frightened of the possible side effects, namely the memory loss. If you have gone through ECT or have been involved in the decision to employ it, what information did you value when making the decision? [more inside]
What is the best phone for an active, mobile senior?
What is the best phone for an active, mobile senior?
My mom is 75 and is on the phone all the time when she is at home. What would be the best cell phone for her so that she can keep in touch with people when she's on the go? [more inside]
How can I care for a broken finger?
How to keep a broken finger in a splint comfortable and clean...without moving the splint? Help please! [more inside]
Casual Xbox360 games to play with my girlfriend?
Looking for Xbox360 casual game recommendations [more inside]
Can you solve a time dilation math problem?
I'm writing a story and it has to do with time dilation and I don't want it to be one of those stories where people roll their eyes and say, "Well... It's just a story." I want accurate math. I suck at math. [more inside]
posted by CarlRossi at 1:32 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by CarlRossi at 1:32 PM PST - 8 comments
I hate talking to people.
How do I become less of an extreme introvert/misanthrope? I've barely had any social contact in the past three years, but this is not how I want to live my life. [more inside]
Significant Iraqi number?
In Iraqi culture, does any whole number between 20 and 50 have special significance or associations (positive or negative)?
pizza delivery in Houston?
pizza delivery in Houston, TX.... thoughts? [more inside]
posted by isoman2kx at 1:02 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by isoman2kx at 1:02 PM PST - 9 comments
How come it's clear? (do you see what I did there)
NSFW question about male orgasms. [more inside]
Months-at-a-time work for software guys?
Is there such a thing as seasonal tech (programming, project management, ...) work? [more inside]
Expressive words?
Linguistic question: is there such a thing as "expressive" words? [more inside]
posted by rainy at 12:40 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by rainy at 12:40 PM PST - 20 comments
TV Party Tonight!
Help me choose the right small HDTV. [more inside]
posted by BitterOldPunk at 11:18 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by BitterOldPunk at 11:18 AM PST - 15 comments
Jerry! Jerry! Albert! Albert!
Please give us a drinking game to go with the 1979 original 'La Cage Aux Folles." [more inside]
What the heck is this??
Where could this 12 foot long board with measurements on it be from? [more inside]
posted by bleedfoot at 10:29 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by bleedfoot at 10:29 AM PST - 9 comments
I feel like college is ruining my life and I'm not sure what to do about it.
I feel like college is ruining my life and I'm not sure what to do about it. [more inside]
posted by jumelle at 10:27 AM PST - 41 comments
posted by jumelle at 10:27 AM PST - 41 comments
Stockhausenify my Guy
I would like to buy a men's jacket like the one Stockhausen is wearing in this video.
I'm not sure what the style is called. Any ideas on search terms and/or links to specific jackets for sale? The color is not particularly important -- it's all about the style.
How do you know when to use your cheaper point and shoot instead of the more expensive dslr?
When you go out, how do you know when to use your cheaper point and shoot instead of the more expensive dslr? [more inside]
Role of the village antagonist?
Role of the village antagonist? For some reason the antagonist leaves the village in a huff. The village elders pursue him and beg him to return as the village would be in dire straights without an antagonist. This is a very intriguing idea to me but I can't find any reference to this koan.
Is anyone familiar with it and 'might know the title?
Good therapist, bad therapist, indifferent therapist-how to tell from the outside?
How do you assess a therapist when it's not you that's going through therapy? [more inside]
Help me not screw things up
How can I keep being my confident and independent self around men I'm seriously interested in? [more inside]
Simple volume knob for sale?
Why can't I find a desktop-style analog volume knob? [more inside]
Paying a ticket for Standard Parking
Standard Parking, owners of a private parking lot, gave me a ticket by shadey/scum-bag means, I want to combat this, what are my options? [more inside]
How to get rid of these little black winged bugs?
What are these little black bugs with narrow almost clear wings that seem to be growing out of the bathroom tiles, and how do I make them go away and not come back? [more inside]
posted by Salamandrous at 7:44 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Salamandrous at 7:44 AM PST - 14 comments
"No girls allowed"
After reading the Pinterest and Feminism post - I was reminded of the phrase: "there is no girl's on the internet", that I often see in blogs or chats. What is the origin of this expression? [more inside]
This story sums up why babysitting is terrifying.
Inspired by this question, can you help me find a ghost story about babysitting? [more inside]
posted by pickypicky at 7:33 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by pickypicky at 7:33 AM PST - 4 comments
What are my options for secretly determining paternity?
What are my options for secretly determining paternity? It's come to my attention, thanks to some casual conversation about blood types, that my blood type is possibly incompatible with my parents'. This is not something I want either parent to know I know, until I'm damn sure. [more inside]
Tips for living with someone who has a chronic illness?
Tips for living with someone who has a chronic, serious illness? [more inside]
Sandy Bridge
Crime Info?
How can I find out what crimes or police events occur(red) at a given time in New York City? [more inside]
Cross-browser, cross-platform, cross-country compatibility.
As a Canadian, can I do freelance design work in the U.S. if I move there? [more inside]
Business Casual Illustrated
I need ideas for my business casual wardrobe. I don't need theory. I would like pictures of guys in cool business casual attire like this and this that I can get ideas from. I would also like links to sites that sell nice business casual clothes online. Help me look snazzy on my first day of work!
posted by jasondigitized at 5:18 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by jasondigitized at 5:18 AM PST - 10 comments
The part is greater than the sum of the whole?
Scientists recently announced more evidence of the existence of the Higgs Boson, at a mass of around 125GeV. This indicates a mass significantly larger than that of a proton. If this is the particle that gives all other particles the property of mass, how is it possible for an single unit to have more mass than the particles it confers mass on? [more inside]
posted by fearnothing at 5:14 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by fearnothing at 5:14 AM PST - 9 comments
Do you know this tree-gliding 80s PC game?
Help me identify an old 80s DOS PC game! It involves a tree-dwelling civilization and lots of gliding between platforms… [more inside]
posted by LMGM at 4:08 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by LMGM at 4:08 AM PST - 5 comments
What is the origin of the Brazilian laser swoosh sound?
What is the origin of the "golazo de brasil" sound that is played on Brazilian TV when the national football team scores a goal? (Also used in Formula One when a Brazilian wins a race, and really any sporting context where Brazil succeeds at something). [more inside]
posted by hoverboards don't work on water at 3:33 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by hoverboards don't work on water at 3:33 AM PST - 3 comments
Best way to maximize sound system setup?
Physics/Sound Engineering/Speaker Setup Question. More = lower volume? [more inside]
Help me identify a poem by Adrienne Rich?
Help me identify the poem by Adrienne Rich to which the title of Ghazal on Half a Line by Adrienne Rich, by Marilyn Hacker, refers?
posted by Bufo_periglenes at 3:03 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Bufo_periglenes at 3:03 AM PST - 2 comments
How do I get people to really EXPERIENCE DnD?
How do I get people to really EXPERIENCE DnD? [more inside]
4 people 1 house
What are some positives and negatives about living in Alexandria/Arlington Virginia area? [more inside]
posted by AndrewKemendo at 2:56 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by AndrewKemendo at 2:56 AM PST - 14 comments
How to work as a civil engineer in France
Australian civil engineer wanting to work over in france, and possibly stay - is there anyway this will work? [more inside]
posted by parryb at 1:57 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by parryb at 1:57 AM PST - 5 comments
What is this Japanese musical style, and how can I find more of it?
What is this Japanese musical style, and how can I find more of it? [more inside]
posted by eotvos at 1:47 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by eotvos at 1:47 AM PST - 7 comments
Which ear buds best stand up to abuse?
Which ear buds best stand up to abuse? [more inside]
A private label bottler than can make a mixed drink (alcoholic beverage)?
Looking for a private label bottler / contract bottler that handles alcoholic beverages. [more inside]
Linear Algebra was easy, but I can't add 1+1 without using my fingers. WHAT.
Basically, what it says. I've been brushing up on my math skills via Khan Academy, and I'm running into a problem I hit when I was in school. Basically, the math *concepts*, like Algebra, Trig, and the like? I'm able to get really easily. But, manipulating the numbers and doing the basic arithmetic? Hard. Sometimes even with a calculator, I'll miss carrying over a negative sign, and I'll get the problem wrong, despite knowing the concepts really, really well. What's going on here? Is my ADHD not under control? Are these symptoms of Dyscalculia? What? Ideas, hivemind! [more inside]
posted by spinifex23 at 12:12 AM PST - 28 comments
posted by spinifex23 at 12:12 AM PST - 28 comments
March 9
What's the best iPhone app for the verbal sectino of the GRE?
What is the best iPhone app out there for studying for the verbal section of the GRE? [more inside]
You.... HUMAN PARAQUAT!
Help me compile a list of politically correct pejorative insults. [trigger warning: some examples of undesirable insults] [more inside]
Can you identify this radio short story?
Can anyone identify a short story I heard on the radio involving a college professor? [more inside]
posted by Jahaza at 9:59 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Jahaza at 9:59 PM PST - 3 comments
What do you do when your attorney disappears?
Bankruptcy Attorney appears to have fallen off the grid. What are my options? [more inside]
IUD>NuvaRing?
[BC filter] Will an IUD (Mirena) be a good option when I didn't like the Nuvaring? Particularly, it lowered my libido and gave me mood swings. [more inside]
posted by DoubleLune at 8:40 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by DoubleLune at 8:40 PM PST - 18 comments
I lose my temper a lot
Please help me control my temper and my anger [more inside]
How do I convert audio from 3ga to mp3 on a Mac?
Mac question: how can I convert a 3ga audio file to mp3 or other friendly format? [more inside]
posted by treepour at 8:27 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by treepour at 8:27 PM PST - 6 comments
Help me find the right literary agent!
How can I become more efficient in finding a relevant literary agents for my book? [more inside]
posted by msk1985 at 7:55 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by msk1985 at 7:55 PM PST - 9 comments
When should I get a used iPad 2?
When is the best time to buy a used iPad 2 and where should I get it? [more inside]
Does diarrhea reduce the pill's efficacy?
Birth control pills + diarrhea: does it reduce the pill's efficacy, and if so, when can we start having sex without a condom again? [more inside]
How can we turn this travel night into a road trip easter egg?
Where should we spend one night on the road between Waldport, OR & Seattle? [more inside]
posted by superfluousm at 7:08 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by superfluousm at 7:08 PM PST - 15 comments
What diamond ring will make the cut?
I am buying a diamond ring for my wife and need input--size versus quantity and quality? Cut of diamond? Etc. Budget is about $25,000 and the goal is to knock my wife off her feet with something impressive, not too understated. [more inside]
Used car suggestions, which should I choose?
UsedCarFilter: Shopping for a small inexpensive hatchback, <$10k. Have a few models in mind, but looking for more info [more inside]
Why do pine trees make a thumping noise?
Help me figure out why I hear and feel a thumping noise when I sit next to pine trees. [more inside]
posted by huxham at 6:23 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by huxham at 6:23 PM PST - 9 comments
Power to the robot people
Does anyone have any experience using a wall wart battery charger, one for battery packs, as a power source wired direct to the machine that the batteries usually are installed in? I have a Wall-e and it has a dead batttery, one is ordered to replace that but I got to thinking of running the little guy off a long cord for the motion portion of his performances. The battery has a unigue connector to make the + and - stay correct and I could work around that part.
Which iPhone music dock meets these specs?
Consumer tech question: looking for an AM/FM radio that can dock an iPhone 4 that is also copacetic with Pandora and other music apps. The Crosley iSolo looked good, but some reviews suggest you can't use music apps, which is a deal-breaker. Clock, etc. unimportant and, aesthetically, an old-school look and feel would be ideal (i.e., nothing too super-mod looking). Any suggestions, MeFites?
posted by joe lisboa at 5:36 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by joe lisboa at 5:36 PM PST - 2 comments
How can I upgrade to a new smartphone with an accompanying data plan?
How can I upgrade to a new smartphone without an accompanying data plan? [more inside]
Good TV critics?
Information about rate of traffic per address/intersection
Where can I find information about the rates of automobile traffic (per minutes/day/month) per address or intersection?
posted by digdan at 3:50 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by digdan at 3:50 PM PST - 2 comments
Help me find a study online
Please help me find a sociology/psych study about the likelihood of people committing homicide for money. [more inside]
Minecraft project ideas with a very young child
Please suggest some Minecraft projects I could do with my 5 year old daughter. [more inside]
posted by snarfois at 2:54 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by snarfois at 2:54 PM PST - 13 comments
Side dish for fish?
What is a nice side dish to accompany baked cod? [more inside]
Where can I find scans of CD booklets?
Where can I find album art, including booklet scans, for CDs? I want all the images from a CD booklet and case. I'd also consider buying hard copies, but I'd rather avoid Ebay, and I don't know where I would post a request.
The Mysterious Peanut Headed Latternfly and the Case of the Not-So-Missing Blue Balls
Interesting myths related to sex-acts? [more inside]
posted by MCMikeNamara at 2:08 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by MCMikeNamara at 2:08 PM PST - 25 comments
Help me decrease my stroke risk!
What can I do now to reduce my risk of stoke later in life? [more inside]
posted by carmenghia at 2:07 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by carmenghia at 2:07 PM PST - 14 comments
help me identify this odd bug
a friend of mine is vacationing in central america, and saw this odd thing. he thinks it's a moth mimicking a gecko. any ideas?
posted by camdan at 1:05 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by camdan at 1:05 PM PST - 7 comments
How to Survive a Bear Attack and Selling Typewriters, in Literature
Help me find two pieces of literature I read about thirty years ago, one a short story, the other a poem. [more inside]
posted by Toekneesan at 12:44 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Toekneesan at 12:44 PM PST - 9 comments
Help me avoid defaulting on a bank loan and ruining my credit score in the UK
Large debts, and I'm about to default on a bank loan. Panic ensues. (UK filter). [more inside]
What is it that you do here, exactly?
I have been asked to assist in drafting my "critical elements" for success, which will be used to evaluate my job performance. What should I be on the lookout for? [more inside]
How can I be ok with feeling negative emotions?
Suggestions for changing my outlook on disappointment and making excuses for other people? [more inside]
posted by dotgirl at 11:38 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by dotgirl at 11:38 AM PST - 16 comments
Milwaukee filter: looking for a relatively cheap but decent hotel that can accommodate several couples in town for a Brewers game.
Milwaukee filter: looking for a relatively cheap but decent hotel that can accommodate several couples in town for a Brewers game. [more inside]
Not quite a Hallmark moment... or the Ides of Hallmark
I want to draw my friend a "Beware the Ides of March" greeting card. Please help me compose an epic depiction of this event that will fit in a 3" x 5" canvas. [more inside]
The Lipstick Queen want to make out!
I can't believe I'm asking this, but how do lipstick fiends manage having a man that they would like to kiss regularly? [more inside]
posted by ablazingsaddle at 10:48 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by ablazingsaddle at 10:48 AM PST - 30 comments
What can you get in Canada but not the US?
Cool, useful, or delicious things to bring back to the US from Canada that are only available in Canada? All ideas welcome (except things like maple syrup, which although abundant in Canada are available in the US too).
Community College system help!
Need help understanding the community college funding models. I have recently heard about the 'Contract Education' model at community colleges in CA where you pay the school for an accredited course or program to be taught off site. Does anyone know how this process works and how expensive it is? i have searched online and cant find the info. Thanks!
Help me with finding a housemate.
Older MeFites: how did you find a housemate or shared house, and how did it work? Details within. [more inside]
How to get private insurance when planning a move out of state
I have questions about applying for private insurance given that my family would like to get a quote (and hopefully a policy) so we can move to a different state. [more inside]
posted by questionsandanchors at 9:57 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by questionsandanchors at 9:57 AM PST - 5 comments
What are some ways to drive traffic to my company's Google+ page?
What are the best ways to promote my Google+ Page as a moderate size CPG business? [more inside]
What's the best way to hem a stack of fat quarters?
Is there a simpler way to sew a hem than how I'm doing it now? [more inside]
posted by The corpse in the library at 9:08 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by The corpse in the library at 9:08 AM PST - 16 comments
Should I tell my secret work crush before she leaves the company?
Should I tell my secret work crush before she leaves the company? [more inside]
Is there a reason that when getting bass clef and treble clef tattooed on their wrists most people have bass clef on the left wrist?
I want to get a tattoo: treble clef on my left wrist and bass clef on my right. I've Googled examples of this and 99% of people with the tattoo have the bass clef on the left wrist and treble clef on the right. Is there a reason for this I should be aware of before getting the tattoo? [more inside]
Who took these large-format photographs of a library, a grocery store, and a hotel atrium?
What contemporary artist took these large-format color photographs of a library, a grocery store, and a hotel atrium? I saw them in Germany in the summer of 2002. [more inside]
posted by slenderloris at 8:10 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by slenderloris at 8:10 AM PST - 3 comments
How do I promote my Open Souce tech project?
How do I promote my Open Souce tech project? [more inside]
posted by KHinds10 at 7:30 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by KHinds10 at 7:30 AM PST - 7 comments
Is A/V Installer a good "for now" job?
I'm going back to school in the Fall for a 2-year biomedical equipment tech degree which will hopefully lead to a decent long-term career. Yay! In the meantime (until the Fall and during the 2 years) though, I need to make some money. I've thought that maybe A/V or home theater installation might fit the bill as something I have some interest in and wouldn't be completely dead-end. Is it a good job? [more inside]
GMAT Prep
GMAT prep software? [more inside]
Podcasts Short Enough To Finish In One Trip
What are your favorite podcasts ≤20-25 minutes in length? [more inside]
I need iPod touch keyboard advice.
iPod Touch for writing/editing? What wireless keyboard and holder set-up works for you? [more inside]
My landlord is motivated by cash. I want to buy this house and make it my tiny crap-hole. Help?
I've been given the option to rent-to-own the house we live in, which I love. Can you hope me navigate this and thus, prevent me getting royally taken by my millionaire and slightly unstable landlord? [more inside]
posted by youandiandaflame at 6:16 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by youandiandaflame at 6:16 AM PST - 12 comments
Help me have an awesome (value-conscious) consultation!
Walk me through a makeup consultation at Sephora. Also give me advice on what kind of products to get! [more inside]
posted by leedly at 6:12 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by leedly at 6:12 AM PST - 33 comments
Historians must count
I have a research project in mind. It involves the use of statistics. I am a typical humanities grad with no real background in the quantitative social sciences, and need some guidance. What I'm interested in is: tracking, tallying, and correlating some of the everyday events recorded in personal diaries from a particular historical period. [more inside]
posted by Sonny Jim at 6:02 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Sonny Jim at 6:02 AM PST - 12 comments
Who can fix my pics?
Does anyone know a reliable service to touch up digital pictures? [more inside]
How do I start shopping for a replacement stereo?
My stereo system was in storage at my parents' house for several years. When I went home to reclaim it, we discovered that they'd allowed a local junk removal service to take it away! Now I need a new system, and I don't even know where to begin. [more inside]
posted by 1adam12 at 5:37 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by 1adam12 at 5:37 AM PST - 13 comments
Looking for a twitter client
Looking for a windows desktop twitter client like twirl. I know of TweetDeck and Seesmic. What else is there? [more inside]
Help me help some kids approximate the work done to move air through a tube
I need to approximate, very simply and avoiding any mention of fluid dynamics because this is for schoolkids aged 14-16, the forces acting on a volume of air that is being pulled through a tube by a fan. My physics is failing me. Help! [more inside]
posted by dowcrag at 4:52 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by dowcrag at 4:52 AM PST - 6 comments
Knots for Lanyards/Paracords
How do I make a lanyard for various pocket tools and EDC items? [more inside]
posted by dbirchum at 4:46 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by dbirchum at 4:46 AM PST - 4 comments
Can anyone recommend a tattooist in or near Lancaster in the UK?
Can anyone recommend a tattooist in or near Lancaster in the UK? [more inside]
posted by Pilly at 2:51 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by Pilly at 2:51 AM PST - 2 comments
Sleep... won't you come.
How do I feel better while sleeping less? [more inside]
Please tell me what to do next...
What's the next step in this relationship? Should I make a move? Why is this so confusing? [more inside]
posted by StrictlyVague at 1:00 AM PST - 33 comments
posted by StrictlyVague at 1:00 AM PST - 33 comments
How do you convince someone to leave an abuser?
He says she's crazy, she says she's not. How to help a friend escape an abusive situation? [more inside]
We need a painting of Elric ASAP
We need a painting or inked picture of Elric of Melnibone yesterday. Are there good options for finding artists besides DeviantArt? [more inside]
I can't put a stapler in this. Help me eat it.
What can I do with this tomato jelly? [more inside]
Documentaries/videos about cities, viewable free online?
Know of any interesting documentaries (or other sorts of videos) about cities freely available to watch online? [more inside]
March 8
How to not crush the opposition and stay genuine?
How do I express myself strongly and disagree openly while being inoffensive? I have strong opinions coupled with a strong desire for harmony: overactive dollops of both sarcastic-foot-in-mouth disease and sensitivity-itis, and no idea how to use them in any real-time balance together! [more inside]
posted by reenka at 11:19 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by reenka at 11:19 PM PST - 20 comments
now
please fill in the fuzzy bits :
a notable person [artist? | film director? | writer? ]
survives a [brain injury? | virus?] and subsequently perceives all experiences and imagined futures as occurring in the present, he becomes a public speaker sharing how his unique perspective can free us from fear.
I think the hive will post a youtube or ted link in under 45 seconds.
How to play it cool boy, real cool (and dry).
Ok, I have less than 24 hours, and I am already sweating: what are some drastic short-term steps I can take to stop myself from sweating in an interview? [more inside]
posted by This_Will_Be_Good at 10:03 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by This_Will_Be_Good at 10:03 PM PST - 17 comments
Nervous during sex
I get really nervous during (attempted) sex with new people. I feel like a nervous teenager. Help me get out of my own damn head! [more inside]
Will my filing mistake cost me my refund?
I made a silly mistake on my taxes (US) and am wondering if it will prevent me from getting my refund. [more inside]
1995 (Canadian?) kids' show name
I'm trying to remember the name of a children's TV show broadcast on (I think) YTV around 1995, I think it was in the slot after Camp Cariboo. It was probably Canadian, and it had a mailbox puppet that said "YOOOOOOU BET!" when asked if there was any mail, and one of the men on the show used to dress up like a bee, which I remember terrifying me as a child. It may have been broadcast on TVO, but I'm fairly certain it was YTV. [more inside]
posted by kansakwens at 9:12 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by kansakwens at 9:12 PM PST - 6 comments
How is one the magic number?
What are some things you wish you had done (or you are glad you did) before you got into a long-term relationship or had children? [more inside]
Mama May Lose It
How do I handle being a (sort of) single parent in grad school without absolutely losing it? Details inside. [more inside]
posted by ohmansocute at 9:02 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by ohmansocute at 9:02 PM PST - 14 comments
What is this song?
Extremely vague song description: I heard a woman playing acoustic guitar in Boston at South Station tonight. She was playing a fairly famous song from the 60's or 70's. The song is sung by a male with a deep scratchy voice, like hungover whiskey voice. He is singing powerfully and it is a powerful song. Not a happy song. It's a singer's song, not so much about the music. The song is definitely famous enough, but not something you would regularly hear, or hear at all on a classic rock radio station. I picture the man singing it to have a lot of facial hair. The lyrics may contain the word 'fire' or they may not.
hɛlp!
Is it possible to learn college-level phonetics and phonology on one's own? Bonus: online? [more inside]
posted by jweed at 8:08 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by jweed at 8:08 PM PST - 7 comments
We've got a car now, so what should we do in the next week to "test drive" our new lifestyle?
We've got a car now, so what should we do in the next week to "test drive" our new lifestyle? [more inside]
Speak to me, Boston speakeasy!
Where can I find awesome fancy cocktails in Boston? [more inside]
posted by mlle valentine at 7:54 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by mlle valentine at 7:54 PM PST - 33 comments
Need recommendation for veterinary oncologist in Bay Area
Anyone have a recommendation for a veterinary oncologist in the Bay Area? Not Sage/VMS in Campbell... [more inside]
I want to be the Usain Bolt of Gen. Chem.: Fast and Flawless
Help me go from good to great in my general chemistry course. [more inside]
posted by ocherdraco at 7:35 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by ocherdraco at 7:35 PM PST - 14 comments
Help me plant sunflowers
I'm a gardening n00b and I want to fill my yard with sunflowers, guide me please... [more inside]
posted by thermonuclear.jive.turkey at 6:45 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by thermonuclear.jive.turkey at 6:45 PM PST - 18 comments
Thunderbird on Multiple Machines
Since I'm frustrated with gmail, I'm thinking of installing Thunderbird to manage my email on three computers (home, office, laptop). Is this a good idea? [more inside]
Help me find this dog guide movie!
Looking for a movie/video about guide dogs. [more inside]
posted by Sal and Richard at 6:17 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Sal and Richard at 6:17 PM PST - 3 comments
What am I permitted to send to my friend who is in the Metropolitan Correctional Center in New York?
What am I permitted to send to my friend who is in the Metropolitan Correctional Center in New York? [more inside]
posted by rinsemedown at 5:53 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by rinsemedown at 5:53 PM PST - 12 comments
Llama needs sweaters
I'd like to buy Mr. Llama a sweater or two. On the internet. [more inside]
posted by A Terrible Llama at 4:39 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by A Terrible Llama at 4:39 PM PST - 13 comments
Trying to book Greek intra-island ferries - help!
How do I find trips from Santorini to Sifnos in May? [more inside]
What size monitor should I get?
Should I get a 24" monitor with 1920 x 1200 resolution or 22" with 1920 x 1080? [more inside]
Mortgage payment audit advice
How can I find out whether or not my mortgage company is ripping me off? I thought about something like a "forensic audit" but I see via Google that that is the hot new scam, and I don't want to be taken for a ride (twice). I am not looking to modify my loan or get out of my mortgage, I just want to make sure that my payments (for which I pretty much always pay extra) are being applied correctly. [more inside]
Arduino Costumes!
I've got a costume that incorporates LED lights cued to music. I need to re-setup the costume and am trying to find the best Arduino (if possible) tech for them. How do I do so? [more inside]
Songfilter: Club/Dance song
Songfilter: Help me ID a commonly played, girly club song. [more inside]
Need suggestions for music discovery
Music discovery filter: Is there available online (like a service) or an app which will help me find other artists/songs based on ones I already like? I'm thinking of something like iTunes' Genius but which (hopefully) works better. Too often Genius is unable to return any suggestions, perhaps because my tastes are too weird. Even something that would return 2 or 3 artists or songs would be helpful.
How to get an infant to sleep on his back?
First-time parents looking for resources to get 4-month infant to sleep on his back. We've already consulted our pediatrician and family, and searched online... would appreciate any more help! [more inside]
How to improve my UI skills?
What's the best way to get some user interface design training? [more inside]
posted by kindall at 2:32 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by kindall at 2:32 PM PST - 9 comments
Take a walk on the wild side.
How do I harness/leash train my cats? [more inside]
posted by Fister Roboto at 2:19 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by Fister Roboto at 2:19 PM PST - 24 comments
Does this acne treatment work?
Wondering if a specific acne treatment (Isolaz) is actually effective or not. [more inside]
Because I can't just photoshop the thing in real life...
Help me figure out this foundation/concealer business, please! [more inside]
help me with my job drama.
Jobfilter: I recently got a second job serving a similar product to my first. My boss is strong-arming me into quitting and I need to know where I stand. [more inside]
Quick! Eastside quiet whiskey bar.
I live in New York. I'd like to drink a nice glass of whiskey or three after work today. I want to do it somewhere quiet. I live in the East Village, so would like it to be somewhere close to there. Any suggestions?
What's the blogging platform I want if I don't really like to blog?
I am too disorganized to blog consistently, but I'm also way too verbose for Twitter. Is there a blogging platform that exists somewhere between these two extremes? Is there a platform that's kind of like Facebook as a blog? Do I want a Tumblr? [more inside]
posted by thehmsbeagle at 12:55 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by thehmsbeagle at 12:55 PM PST - 13 comments
Will unpaid Illinois traffic camera fines be reported to credit bureaus?
What happens with unpaid traffic camera tickets issued by Harwood Heights, Illinois? [more inside]
posted by dvrcthewrld at 12:55 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by dvrcthewrld at 12:55 PM PST - 12 comments
How the heck do I open a restaurant
I had a beautiful restaurant space fall into my lap. I've been dreaming about having a restaurant. I committed to signing a contract with the owner. Now what? [more inside]
posted by TheTingTangTong at 12:45 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by TheTingTangTong at 12:45 PM PST - 30 comments
Why does Access change my pivot chart view?
A Microsoft Access issue: When I try to add a new variable to a pivot chart, the chart goes to a weird zoomed-in view. In this view, I can't add any new variables, nor see any trends. If I change to a different view, then back to pivot chart, everything appears as it should. [more inside]
iTunes Column Browser... where art thou?
Why can't I use iTunes' column browser on my work machine? [more inside]
Long periods of boredom punctuated by brief periods of PRINT NOW!
Need a recommendation for a wireless monochrome laser printer that absolutely, positively will print when it receives a print job without any human attention. It also needs to be happy living in a garage. [more inside]
posted by de void at 12:26 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by de void at 12:26 PM PST - 22 comments
Help Me Cite Properly!!
How to cite in APA a book chapter that has a different original publication date than the book? [more inside]
Let 100 Podcasts Contend?
I am really enjoying the History of Rome podcast. I was hoping to find something on Chinese history that was in the same vein (those dynasties are a bit bewildering). The China History podcast is OK, but I am not loving his jumping around. Is there anything else out there?
posted by GenjiandProust at 12:13 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by GenjiandProust at 12:13 PM PST - 3 comments
I need help with my addiction to the backspace key.
Habitually editing while I write, want to try free-writing and getting it all out, having difficulty: can I temporarily disable my backspace key in Microsoft Word? [more inside]
Name of performance artist who photographed herself in disguises?
Trying to recall the name of a performance artist/photographer. She used disguises (prep, ghetto, etc.) to pass as a member of various in-groups. Then she photographed herself socializing in these groups. [more inside]
posted by cymru_j at 11:46 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by cymru_j at 11:46 AM PST - 2 comments
Have you tried the Nike Fuel Band?
Have you tried the Nike Fuel Band? What are your thoughts? [more inside]
What are your best NW travel destinations?
Can you help us find some some new one and two-night getaway locations in the Pacific Northwest? [more inside]
Humira for UC?
Should my husband take Humira for ulcerative colitis? [more inside]
personal info for the net to see
Someone posted my friend's personal information on his blog to get his readers to harrass him. His name, address, school, email, and facebook are posted. This blog is frequented by a significant amount of readers. What should he do to get his personal information off the blog and to keep himself safe?
How to use Canon 60D to the max on CA roadtrip?
Travelling through California to Las Vegas, and I want to know how to take the best possible pictures with the camera equipment I have. [more inside]
Evil Enters the Kitchen
I'm working on a project featuring actors and actresses playing the role of the villain and I need some help. [more inside]
posted by mister nice at 11:16 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by mister nice at 11:16 AM PST - 14 comments
Fan stops computer stops.
Weird problem with Dell Laptop stalling when the fan stops. [more inside]
posted by Dr. Lurker at 10:55 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Dr. Lurker at 10:55 AM PST - 5 comments
For best results, add worms.
My husband and I just bought a house and we negotiated for the previous owners to leave the seemingly unused compost bin. It's an Earth Machine. Composters of Metafilter, where do we begin? [more inside]
posted by ThaBombShelterSmith at 10:43 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by ThaBombShelterSmith at 10:43 AM PST - 20 comments
Help with self-identification
Identity crisis filter: ethnicity edition. Did you grow up one ethnicity, and choose another later in life? Do you identify with one ethnicity over another, even though both are in your lineage? Did you deny your ethnicity throughout life, then later claim it?
I need some help working through my ethnicity self-identification, also in the ways of culture appropriation. [more inside]
posted by FirstMateKate at 10:43 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by FirstMateKate at 10:43 AM PST - 20 comments
Also, what do you tell people you do for a living?
What online games can I play to make money? [more inside]
"Under the Sea" Cartoon?
I'm looking for the name of an animated short film involving two humanoids (male and female) who live in a bubble house at the bottom of the sea. After a long argument between the two about venturing outside the safety of their home, one of them leaves the bubble, holds his/her breath on an epic journey to the surface, only to find himself/herself floating alone in the middle of a seemingly infinite sea. I think I saw in on TNT in 1991 whilst tripping balls and it BLEW MY MIND.
What is this animated movie?
Coordinate Subtraction
Which would be the correct way to subtract coordinates that are on different sides of the equator? [more inside]
posted by Deflagro at 10:18 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Deflagro at 10:18 AM PST - 5 comments
Collaborating at Work
There are all types of ways to collaborate on files at work. Our school has the typical networked file share, but it seems that sort of thing is going the way of the dodo. We can't support something like Dropbox since our internet pipe is too small. And something like Google Docs only works for a subset of what we do. What sort of file sharing/collaborating/check in systems do you like? What could you see working for a business or school?
Tagging within blog posts?
Looking for Dark Circus Music
Looking for music recommendations for a performance piece I'm working on. The vibe I want is modern, dark, circus or carnival music. Instrumental is much preferred, but music with some vocals might work. Thanks!
Time for Romance
Looking for a reasonable fancy restaurant in Williamsburg/Greenpoint Brooklyn for a romantic dinner for 2 tonight. Any suggestions?
posted by to sir with millipedes at 9:31 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by to sir with millipedes at 9:31 AM PST - 12 comments
Should I get an A.S. While working towards a B.S.?
Should I get my A.S. before transferring to a state college to get my B.S.? [more inside]
posted by Perthuz at 9:29 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Perthuz at 9:29 AM PST - 16 comments
Different Users, Different Dates in MS Project 2007
Using MS Project 2007: When my co-workers open Project files, they have different dates than when I open the same files. Why, and how do I correct it? [more inside]
designing a fancy pergola
I would like to build a pergola in my backyard. With a hanging bed under part of it. I have no idea what I'm doing. Please help. [more inside]
Do you know anything about City College of San Francisco's biotech/computer skills certificates?
Has anyone completed the "Genomics Technology," and "Computer Skills for Scientists" certificate programs at the City College in San Francisco? My plan is to take these classes while finishing up pre-med requirements at the City College. Then I want to find a job in genetics research while I decide between medical school/finishing my biochem education at Berkeley. Is this feasible? Is this a good plan? [more inside]
posted by sunnichka at 9:10 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by sunnichka at 9:10 AM PST - 7 comments
How can I recreate this website?
How do I go about getting a website designed without getting taken to the cleaners, as I know next to nothing about the process? [more inside]
Can you identify this book?
Help one of my colleagues identify a short story (we think) for a patron! [more inside]
YA Fiction book involving a kidnapped daughter?
Help me find this YA fiction book wherein the president's daughter is kidnapped and ends up escaping. [more inside]
posted by DisreputableDog at 8:30 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by DisreputableDog at 8:30 AM PST - 6 comments
Take Care
What are some essentials when it comes to taking care of one's physical appearance, hygiene, grooming, and overall health? [more inside]
Wheat free alternative to crackers
Wheat free alternatives to cracker for wine and cheese party? [more inside]
posted by braemar at 8:22 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by braemar at 8:22 AM PST - 26 comments
Phone's battery drain is draining my patience
Phone's battery drain is draining my patience, after hours of research, two batteries, and several phone calls with T-Mobile. How do I fix this? [more inside]
Minding my associate's and bachelor's
I'm on a tight deadline and my brain is fried, so I'm turning to AskMe for help on a grammar question I should probably be able to work out with googling and Chicago, but for some reason can't: [more inside]
Good balance between monitor and office brightness?
In a typical office setting, how bright should a computer monitor be compared to the ambient/overhead/room lighting? How would one measure this and is there some chart or some guidelines for a good balance/ratio? [more inside]
posted by querty at 7:41 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by querty at 7:41 AM PST - 5 comments
Boot heels are wearing down rapidly
I have some really nice boots that I'd like to keep for at least a year, and I'm already ruining the heels. Help me figure out how to keep them from wearing down. [more inside]
posted by a_girl_irl at 7:33 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by a_girl_irl at 7:33 AM PST - 20 comments
Experimental book art?
What are the most fascinating examples of book art, currently in print and affordable? [more inside]
How to choose writing form?
To writers: how do you consider questions of which form in which to express your ideas - short story, essay, novel, poem, even unconventional forms like very short fiction or experimental plotless fiction or aphorism collection or blog posts (to the extent they're their own thing)? Are there any good articles or books that wrestle with this dilemma?
Go away, bumps and redness!!
Fellow rosacea sufferers, can you tell me about your experience with treatments that have worked for you? [more inside]
Getting a feel for Fort Worth
I'll be visiting Fort Worth, TX for a couple of days with an eye towards moving there. What are some things that I should plan on doing to help me decide whether I want to start spending my life there? [more inside]
Faulty Nikon D80: repair or upgrade with new lens?
I have a faulty Nikon D80 with two superb lenses. What model is its natural successor, and what is the best quality lens I can get bundled with it? [more inside]
What the beautiful, ubiquitous font?
What is this font that I'm seeing EVERYWHERE??? [more inside]
posted by jschu at 6:30 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by jschu at 6:30 AM PST - 6 comments
How can I get over the emotional baggage from my failed startup?
I was bullied out of one startup and joined another one that is struggling. How can I regain my professional confidence and move on with my life? [more inside]
Soft Kitty, warm kitty, GO AWAY KITTY!
The cats in my yard are driving my indoor cat crazy! [more inside]
Help me find a better way to combine mail for multiple domains i one inbox.
I have two domain names and a Gmail account, and I'm looking for the best way to combine them all so all my email ends up in one place. [more inside]
posted by nowonmai at 6:07 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by nowonmai at 6:07 AM PST - 17 comments
We've seen the taxidermied dog. What else you got, DC?
Our mini-vacation in DC. Help us plan it. [more inside]
The case of the missing curated recommendations
I like mysteries. I don't have a good way of finding new ones. What are some blogs that review mysteries? [more inside]
Help me find the best freebie FTP client software for the severely technically challenged.
Help me find the best freebie FTP client software for the severely technically challenged. [more inside]
Babysteps into the land of Japan...
Travelfilter: Things to do in Japan that are good for someone who finds traveling stressful, and are welcoming to tourists and non-Japanese speakers. [more inside]
posted by Arethusa at 12:40 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by Arethusa at 12:40 AM PST - 14 comments
Hiding my SSN from pying eyes
SelfEmployedFilter: Can I use an EIN on an independent contractor agreement, instead of my SSN, even as a sole proprietor? [more inside]
March 7
Power-theming Tumblr tool?
Is there a better way to create Tumblr themes than using the "Customize Theme" window? Specifically, what I'd like to do is use a desktop text editor and be able to preview changes to the theme layout offline instead of in the browser window. Is there some application or plugin (for Dreamweaver or similar) that will make this possible? Mac/PC agnostic. [more inside]
What to do about a smoking neighbor in my apartment?
I live in a downtown-Seattle high-rise apartment building, and the new neighbor is a chain smoker. It's causing serious problems. What can I do? [more inside]
Moving from BigCommerce to WordPress
First time using WordPress as an ecommerce site. Help! [more inside]
File organization for fools
How can I rename all of my files with the same prefix? Specifics inside [more inside]
posted by Angel of Khaos at 9:38 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Angel of Khaos at 9:38 PM PST - 4 comments
How to make my hands less dry!
What can I do to stop my hands from turning into a scaley, flakey, mess? [more inside]
posted by Nx at 9:34 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by Nx at 9:34 PM PST - 31 comments
Training for a century but not that seriously
What sort of training plan would you recommend for a cyclist who has ridden 70 miles in six hours quite comfortably and would like to ride a five-hour century, preferably in the next twelve months? Note that it'll be hard to fit more than an hour's ride into a weekday. I've seen a lot of century training plans call for 25 or 35 mile rides during the week, and that's probably not realistic unless I learn to ride a lot faster first. [more inside]
What Would Have Happened if an American President-Elect Had Died *BEFORE* the 20th Amendment Was Ratified?
What Would Have Happened if an American President-Elect Had Died *BEFORE* the 20th Amendment Was Ratified? [more inside]
SF Foodies help!
What's a nice place in San Francisco myself and my parents can have dinner on Friday? [more inside]
posted by saul wright at 8:47 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by saul wright at 8:47 PM PST - 15 comments
Hiring a former coworker
Should I steal my former employer's best employee? [more inside]
What is a Congressional tour in Washington, D.C.?
Going to Washington, D.C. - what's the deal with Congressional tours? [more inside]
posted by Addlepated at 7:56 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Addlepated at 7:56 PM PST - 13 comments
What should a married mom, mid-30s, do with the windfall of a week away from all responsibilities?
Due to a rejiggering of my work responsibilities, I have some time off. I can do whatever I want with this time. It's kind of a fantasy scenario, but there are a couple of limitations. Please help me not squander this opportunity! Here are the parameters - [more inside]
posted by fingersandtoes at 7:16 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by fingersandtoes at 7:16 PM PST - 10 comments
Can you help me fine this article online?
My urologist suggested I read an article regarding prostate cancer in the February 2012 issue of Esquire (the one with Bill Clinton on the cover). I just went to three stores and of course the February issues are gone. Can you help me find it online. My "google fu" isn't great! I would like to read it online before my a.m. appointment. It doesn't have to be free. Please hope me! No special snowflake stuff inside!
posted by snowjoe at 7:02 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by snowjoe at 7:02 PM PST - 2 comments
Is this Skyrim forum for real?
Is this forum for real? It's tweaking my 'this is some kind of SEO fake' instincts but it seems to be legit. It's driving me slightly crazy. Ponderings below. [more inside]
posted by Sebmojo at 7:02 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Sebmojo at 7:02 PM PST - 13 comments
Introverted 18 y/o seeks advice.
I'm an intensely introverted 18 year old living in somewhat of a social vacuum. I need some advice. [more inside]
Are my glasses right?
I got new glasses. The lenses seem cut wrong. I also have horrible vision. Did the optometrist screw up? [more inside]
In search of an awesome resort vacation destination...
I'm looking for a particular sort of resort/hotel for an August vacation. Please help! [more inside]
How do I make hot and sour soup?
I want to make hot and sour soup, except there are two difficulties: I'm not sure how to shop for Southeast/East Asian ingredients and I can't eat hot peppers. [more inside]
Help me understand what to expect for an upcoming funeral.
Help me understand what to expect for an upcoming funeral. [more inside]
posted by ForeverDcember at 5:37 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by ForeverDcember at 5:37 PM PST - 15 comments
Ain't no thing but a (broken) chicken wing.
Two-part question: 1) You had a broken clavicle repaired surgically - what was your experience? 2) You've been seriously single going through the recovery process from major injury - how did you keep your mojo? [more inside]
Affordable overnight parking for ACC Tournament near Philips Arena in Atlanta
Affordable overnight parking for ACC Tournament near Philips Arena in Atlanta? Looking for something within walking distance of the arena and don't want to pay the $26/night valet charge at my hotel!
School me, please, for I am ignorant.
I am a nutritional newbie - I never took any classes on the subject, I'm a lifelong selective eater, and what little I know has been memorized, mostly in the last two months. I'm in need of some specific schooling on my current peculiar weight-loss situation. [more inside]
posted by Fee Phi Faux Phumb I Smell t'Socks o' a Puppetman! at 4:54 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Fee Phi Faux Phumb I Smell t'Socks o' a Puppetman! at 4:54 PM PST - 12 comments
Help-a-Moo
RecurrentPluggedMilkDuctFilter: Help me not lose my sanity and continue feeding my child. [more inside]
posted by mooselini at 4:26 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by mooselini at 4:26 PM PST - 22 comments
I want oblong, not square!
(OSX Lion) Cannot set proper screen resolution. Help! [more inside]
I'm Fixing to ride.
Can I fix my bike within my budget? [more inside]
Looking for a Psychologist in South San Jose
Recommendations for a good Psychologist in/around South San Jose? [more inside]
Waterworks.
Green thumbs: What type of ground cover provides the best protection against water incursion into a basement? [more inside]
Step 1: college. Step 2: ??? Step 3: become a high school history teacher.
Right now, you're a college freshman. In ten years, you want to be a high school history teacher, probably somewhere in the northeast U.S. What path are you going to take to get there? [more inside]
posted by amy lecteur at 3:07 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by amy lecteur at 3:07 PM PST - 17 comments
sealant for letterpressed coasters
I'm making some paperboard coasters, but I'd like to seal them so that they won't pick up coffee rings. What sealant would be best? [more inside]
Mesh grow bags in garden.
I was interested in growing vegetables in mesh produce bags. It seems to be the ideal way to grow plants. Good drainage, good aeration and able to setup anywhere. Any downside to growing in mesh produce bags versus plastic buckets? [more inside]
posted by boby at 2:59 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by boby at 2:59 PM PST - 6 comments
help me learn python ...
Recommendations for a Python tutorial for someone with no programming experience? [more inside]
What's so dirty about Ami?
Why would google delete the word "Ami" from my query because safesearch was enabled? [more inside]
posted by msali at 2:48 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by msali at 2:48 PM PST - 8 comments
Adventurous couple looking for (guided) fun in Los Angeles Monday and Tuesday (under $100)
Adventurous couple looking for (guided) fun w/in 1 hour of Los Angeles on Monday and Tuesday [more inside]
Tell me about this BABYSITTING thing.
I have some questions about babysitting. [more inside]
posted by your mom's a sock puppet at 2:46 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by your mom's a sock puppet at 2:46 PM PST - 10 comments
How do I get my family to move out?
What is the best way to tell my mom that I want my house to myself by this time next year? [more inside]
Meditation sessions for me, for free!
Free, online audio resources for mindfulness meditation and body awareness sessions? [more inside]
How to navigate tricky family financial waters?
Family-finances-filter: need financial advisor and online resources to address mortgage refi / retirement questions on behalf of my parents. [more inside]
What celeb blog pays $ for video?
I have lucky cell phone video of a celeb musical performance. I contacted TMZ and they immediately replied and asked to view one of the clips, then asked for the others. I'm waiting to hear back. Who else should I contact that's willing to pay for this (nothing scandalous)? [more inside]
Mother cat wants to pick fights with daughter cat! Please helping-stop the kitty-fights!
My two cats are 6 and 5 years old, mother and daughter. They don't get along, especially now that the daughter is spayed. Is there any way to get these two cats to bond? [more inside]
posted by Sticherbeast at 2:03 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by Sticherbeast at 2:03 PM PST - 10 comments
computer games.
Pretend I've been in a coma since 2002. What are the absolute best, classic PC games I've missed? [more inside]
AMT, not ATM
I am single, rent, and payed AMT for 2011. If I owned my own home and had a mortgage, would I have been able to deduct the interest, or is the fact that I payed AMT a sign that no further deductions were available to me?
I have few deductions but itemize because my state tax alone is more than the standard deduction.
You are not now, and will never be, my accountant.
posted by benbenson at 12:57 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by benbenson at 12:57 PM PST - 5 comments
Safe and boring places to live on the Amtrak train route near Emeryville, CA?
I'm looking for super-safe, reasonably nice, boring places to live in the Bay area, specifically a location that would allow me to walk to an Amtrak station and use Amtrak to commute daily to a work location that's next to the Amtrak Station in Emeryville, CA. [more inside]
posted by StrawberryPie at 12:56 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by StrawberryPie at 12:56 PM PST - 10 comments
Help overweight tween girl find clothes that fit
Please help me find stylish, attractive clothes that fit well for a tween girl who is somewhat overweight and not particularly tall-especially jeans, other kinds of pants, bathing suits, and other such items where expected weight/height ratio really matters and can't be fudged in the way that dresses and skirts can. They should be relatively reasonably priced, but I'm willing to splurge if that's the only way this is fixable. [more inside]
What are the best personal finance blogs right now?
Recommend your favorite personal finance blogs, please! [more inside]
Who are you supposed to be?
Planning to go to an anime convention in a month and I need inspiration for cosplay. [more inside]
posted by noxetlux at 12:31 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by noxetlux at 12:31 PM PST - 8 comments
Rugelach for dummies?
Tips and recipes for perfect rugelach? [more inside]
Tasteful Rap Suggestions
Tasteful rap recommendations (no "N" word)? [more inside]
Will my virgin iTunes sync my iPhone correctly?
I had to wipe my HDD & reinstall Windows. Will iTunes sync my iPhone 4 correctly, or decide to wipe its contents? It's synced to the cloud, and yet I am worried... [more inside]
posted by ClarissaWAM at 12:20 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by ClarissaWAM at 12:20 PM PST - 5 comments
15 Minutes to Better Health
What can I be doing for 10-15 minutes a day to increase (or even simply maintain) my long-term health and well-being? [more inside]
posted by sciencemandan at 12:04 PM PST - 31 comments
posted by sciencemandan at 12:04 PM PST - 31 comments
Thingamabobs? I've got (more than) twenty!
What do you with your "stuff" as you try to create an uncluttered living space? [more inside]
Movies with proud fathers?
Can you recommend movies where the primary theme is a son or daughter realizing that their father is proud of them?
Restaurant-quality desserts?
Credit Card Comparison that isn't Spam
I need a new credit card, but every website that rate/compares them looks like spam bait. Any suggestions? [more inside]
Need help subscribing to podcast in Android
I feel like this is the dumbest question ever, but -- how the heck do I subscribe to the Men In Blazers podcast on my Android phone? I've got Google Listen installed, just can't for the life of me figure out how to add it. It's here in iTunes if that helps. [more inside]
posted by inigo2 at 10:55 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by inigo2 at 10:55 AM PST - 8 comments
Dogs on the I-5
Traveling from Seattle to Southern California with three dogs... looking for places along the road where we can stop and play! [more inside]
Name That Online Game with girls in the schoolyard.
I'm trying to find the name of an online game about school girls fighting on the playground [more inside]
posted by unceman at 10:21 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by unceman at 10:21 AM PST - 10 comments
How to come off as more professional?
How do I come off as more professional in the workplace? Especially when it comes to speaking to co-workers and clients? Any tips from professionals working in the legal field? [more inside]
posted by Danithegirl at 10:21 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by Danithegirl at 10:21 AM PST - 26 comments
Engine braking with a cold engine - bad idea?
Engine braking with a cold engine - bad idea? [more inside]
posted by wutangclan at 10:00 AM PST - 30 comments
posted by wutangclan at 10:00 AM PST - 30 comments
Dry swimming pool?
Will leaving a swimming pool dry damage it? [more inside]
Is there a Japanese equivalent of Terminator Salvation?
So, you know how Hollywood sometimes makes big stupid films that flop at home (at times not making enough money), but then they release the films abroad and they do well (enough to make more money and sometimes merit a sequel!)? Does the reverse happen as well? Are their foreign films that do well in the US (and I'll include critical success as much as popularity -- and popularity among people who go see foreign films), but in their home countries, they are considered silly or stupid or just not good?
posted by bluefly at 9:47 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by bluefly at 9:47 AM PST - 20 comments
How to be rich
Help me understand that money is not the same as success. [more inside]
How to give something back while luxury cruising?
How can I do something nice for the locals while my family and I are on a big phat cruise? [more inside]
posted by ToucanDoug at 9:39 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by ToucanDoug at 9:39 AM PST - 8 comments
Wait, who ISN'T married in Philly?
I like my job, I love my life, and I have awesome friends, all here in Philly. But being literally the only person I know without a long-term relationship isn't good for my sanity. Where ARE all the single people, anyway? [more inside]
Google's Privacy violating: Now they're getting pretty blatant about it
According to that new Google privacy policy, are they allowed to sell AdSense ads to advertisers based on what they have read in your Gmail? [more inside]
How to cope with feeling "outside" company
How to cope with feeling "outside" company [more inside]
posted by Lotsofcoffee at 9:02 AM PST - 35 comments
posted by Lotsofcoffee at 9:02 AM PST - 35 comments
Dealing with Wordpress and Web-based WYSIWYGs
Does anyone have any tips for dealing with less savvy users of web-based WYSIWYG products like TinyMCE (which Wordpress uses) and/or improving the usability on the back-end? The best users I've worked with seem to universally use the HTML editor, while the rest fight with the visual editor to varying degrees of success. [more inside]
posted by yeahyeahyeahwhoo at 9:02 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by yeahyeahyeahwhoo at 9:02 AM PST - 4 comments
A sound starting point?
Is there a good resource for a novice audiophile? [more inside]
posted by drewski at 8:57 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by drewski at 8:57 AM PST - 16 comments
Fantasy novel recommendations?
I had an urge yesterday to read a fantasy novel (or sci-fi, sure) about a young, powerless, and reluctant hero(ine) being caught up in events larger than them and growing as a person. I went to the bookstore and didn't really find anything that seemed appropriate. Recommendations? [more inside]
Free arty high-res images
Good free sources of interesting/arty high-res images? [more inside]
We need a tax accountant in the city of Chicago.
We need a tax accountant in the city of Chicago. Recommendations? Referrals? [more inside]
There's got to be fun to had before 5PM
How can I make my afternoon wedding reception not lame? [more inside]
Podcast search, "diverse" edition
A friend is looking for US-based podcasts that are interesting, different, and NOT produced by white dudes. This is for work on podcasts as a medium for material that doesn't fit into "traditional" radio categories and as a place for experimentation.
She's finding lots of great stuff, but says with the exception of "Longest shortest time", they're all by white guys. Do you have any recommendations for US-produced podcasts that are experimental, interesting, and from a different perspective? Thanks a lot!
No formal offer before getting current references - is this normal?
I've been offered a job but not offered a job. Is this normal? [more inside]
Fat-free foundation.
Is there a decent multi-purpose tinted moisturizer for someone who hates the feeling of moisturizer? [more inside]
Help me reclassify my job
Librarians of MeFi, how did you transition into a job in taxonomy? [more inside]
posted by jabes at 7:47 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by jabes at 7:47 AM PST - 4 comments
Pretty succulent plant advice needed.
What type of succulent flowering plant is this, why are the leaves drying up at the ends and how do I keep it alive? [more inside]
posted by teraspawn at 7:22 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by teraspawn at 7:22 AM PST - 5 comments
All gray and no color makes me a dull girl.
Stylish friends, I am so tired of my style and clothes. I wear all gray, white, and black. All the time. Can you help me figure out how feel comfortable in color? [more inside]
posted by functionequalsform at 7:20 AM PST - 43 comments
posted by functionequalsform at 7:20 AM PST - 43 comments
butchery interview help!
how to ace a butchery apprenticeship interview? [more inside]
What are the best books for a beginner interested in learning about sociology?
What are the best books for a beginner interested in learning about sociology? [more inside]
Ikea cabinets or custom built-in?
Should we go with Ikea cabinets or plywood custom built units in our remodel? [more inside]
Are electric mowers ready for prime time, particular on hilly terrain?
Lawnfilter: Are electric mowers ready for prime time, particular on hilly terrain? [more inside]
Geographers always want to know where
Where (in what physical space) should I write my MA thesis? [more inside]
Webcomics about minority groups
Please recommend regularly-updated webcomics that are largely about the experience of a minority group. [more inside]
March 6
Its breaking my heart that I can't introduce her to Tiffany Aching
I am looking for YA books with a female main character, that will pass muster with very conservative Christian parents. [more inside]
Sales tracking for a small business?
I am looking for an online or software-based solution to track monthly/quarterly/yearly sales numbers across multiple markets. As a small company, we are not opposed to paying for the service, but cannot afford anything too expensive. Any suggestions on programs you have used?
FTP to FTP Directly?
I need to transfer 350GB (around 70GB x 5) from 5 servers to my server. Must I download all the information to my computer (not that bad time-wise) and re-upload to my server (very bad time-wise). Is there some way I can do an FTP to FTP transfer. [more inside]
I'm really dumb, but did I break the law?
I recorded a business meeting without consent. Did I do something illegal? [more inside]
posted by meta x zen at 9:08 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by meta x zen at 9:08 PM PST - 18 comments
Stanislavski handbook?
I'm trying to recall a book I read in college about The Method, as in Stanislavski. I'm pretty certain it's not "An Actor Prepares", but I could be wrong. Details inside. [more inside]
posted by war wrath of wraith at 8:06 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by war wrath of wraith at 8:06 PM PST - 8 comments
Going too fast at work
I get data review and entry work done extremely fast with no discernible lack of quality. But, I also have a persistent feeling I'm doing things wrong or missing important details. How to fix this? [more inside]
posted by reenum at 6:46 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by reenum at 6:46 PM PST - 10 comments
Tempted by the fruit of another?
Was my friend trying to cheat on his wife? [more inside]
How do I cope with a horrible job that I do not want to quit?
Ok, so I have the job from hell. But I've decided to stick it out for the next year and a half. How do I keep my sanity? [more inside]
Ram histogram?
History of ram: How far back would you have to go before 912 GB ram was more than all the ram in the world? A follow up question: is there a graph or something that shows how much ram exists throughout history? [more inside]
posted by rebent at 6:34 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by rebent at 6:34 PM PST - 7 comments
Who Can Supply Compost Worms in the Bay Area For Pick-Up?
I have a vermicomposter ready to go but I need worms! Red wrigglers (Eisenia foetida) to be precise - a pound or two. The local worm vendors I found online haven't called me back and I'd rather get these locally instead of through the mail. What's a good local source for worms? [more inside]
posted by meehawl at 6:15 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by meehawl at 6:15 PM PST - 11 comments
Filter that makes laser beam visible?
Are there types of laser light, color or wavelength, whole beam can be seen in daylight conditions with a special eyeglass filter? [more inside]
Cheapest way to purchase Tangfastics & ship them to NC, USA?
Where can I buy HARIBO Tangfastics online for the cheapest price, keeping in mind that I need them shipped to North Carolina? [more inside]
posted by soundproof at 5:49 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by soundproof at 5:49 PM PST - 10 comments
Best blog workflow for the time-impaired
Best blog workflow for the time-impaired! I haven't chosen a platform yet. I prefer to host the images myself. Please walk me through your super-efficient workflow!
posted by xo at 5:32 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by xo at 5:32 PM PST - 8 comments
Finding the right Buddhist meditation center in Toronto
Help me find the right Buddhist meditation center in Toronto. More info inside. [more inside]
posted by Miss T.Horn at 5:31 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Miss T.Horn at 5:31 PM PST - 8 comments
Will you share your Google Product-fu with me?
I'm working on a demo for a potential software product.
The content of the product will be a combination of slides, still images, video, and voice over, delivered via a web site (mobile will follow if the product goes to full production). [more inside]
80s scifi with gladiatorial mangling machines?
Which film gave me twenty plus years of recurring nightmares about weird grindy cog machines coming to mangle me? [more inside]
posted by KateViolet at 5:20 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by KateViolet at 5:20 PM PST - 10 comments
Due to heavy call volume, your wait time is approximately......
Please teach me the etiquette of online dating/meeting people when there are just too many choices. [more inside]
posted by tryniti at 5:18 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by tryniti at 5:18 PM PST - 14 comments
Am I going to be stuck, foodless, in a hotel room for two days?
I am going to a conference in Aarhus, Denmark, and booked to arrive a couple of extra days early, so I could do some sightseeing in Copenhagen. THEN I realised that I'll be arriving on Easter Sunday. So I'm doomed, right? [more inside]
posted by lollusc at 5:06 PM PST - 1 comment
posted by lollusc at 5:06 PM PST - 1 comment
What movie am I remembering?
What movie am I thinking of? Mid-90's, son is suspected of killing his girlfriend, father tries to cover it up [more inside]
posted by andruwjones26 at 5:00 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by andruwjones26 at 5:00 PM PST - 2 comments
Recycling Draaaaama
Apartment building recycling bin drama. [more inside]
My career is growing in ways I'm not sure I asked for, but maybe that's a good thing?
I have been with Company for 4 years. As my career has grown, everything about my workday has changed dramatically. I feel that most of the changes are positive. However, some of the things that made my original job a great fit for me are gone. Can you share any insights, suggestions, tools, exercises, or books to make this career growth work for me? [more inside]
posted by calcetinporfavor at 4:47 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by calcetinporfavor at 4:47 PM PST - 3 comments
Help!
How can I overcome my introversion, social anxiety and supposed language barrier and bond with my SO's friends and family? [more inside]
posted by ohmy at 4:46 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by ohmy at 4:46 PM PST - 14 comments
Sex workers in Osaka
Sex workers in Osaka. 5,6 years ago, a friend took me thru a small, singular neighborhood in Osaka, Japan. Rumored to be controlled by Yakuza, it was an area for sex. The ground floor of the buildings were open to the street, and the 'girl' was sitting, almost enthroned, on a chair or platform surrounded by flowers and cushions. I guess the protocol was to 'shop' the street, and enter the one that appealed to you. We did not tarry, despite my fascination, because my Japanese friend was female, w/ her hair tucked up, and she felt a need to keep moving. She had explained that the city wanted to raze the area as some kind of urban renewal. I wanted to get some Japanese friends to talk to some locals, and find a way to document this unique place, but that never happened. Does anyone know of this? And what eventually happened?
Your favorite band doesn't suck!
Please help me find "current" music that I would like. [more inside]
posted by blurker at 3:14 PM PST - 30 comments
posted by blurker at 3:14 PM PST - 30 comments
Possible problem with Chrome sync
So I'm having a problem with Chrome sync. I think. [more inside]
Who are the 1% in India?
Where can I find the income distribution for India? My google-fu is weak on this one. [more inside]
posted by vidur at 2:52 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by vidur at 2:52 PM PST - 6 comments
Who is responsible for additional charges when lease is over, when one party moved out over a year ago (and is about to be off the lease).
I moved out of a rented townhouse shared with my previous partner almost a year ago but I'm still on the lease. I just have to sign a paper to be removed, as he remained in the house. When the lease is up and he moves out, who is responsible for any repairs? [more inside]
posted by custardfairy at 2:31 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by custardfairy at 2:31 PM PST - 7 comments
Breaking up is hard to do when it's family.
My dad cut all ties with me and my siblings and left the country. Now he's back and has repaired his relationship with my siblings...but not with me. What do I do? (It's a long one.) [more inside]
Help me create my own career of being an international citizen!
What are careers that are like being in the US Foreign Service (the diplomatic corps), but not? [more inside]
posted by so much modern time at 1:54 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by so much modern time at 1:54 PM PST - 14 comments
Zip Causing Crashes
[MacFilter] My MacBook Pro won't open large zip files. Details and other oddities below. [more inside]
posted by anaximander at 1:31 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by anaximander at 1:31 PM PST - 10 comments
Black to Africa
Has there ever been an account of a group of black Americans choosing to return to Africa and how they fared in doing so? I'm looking for stories about how blacks born in America dealt with and adjusted to the change in culture if they returned to a country in Africa.
Books, documentary or whatever are welcomed, preferably with the account occurring in 1960 or later.
A VCR for my parents
I need a VCR that can record with an HDTV. [more inside]
I need some stats on teaching methods, stat.
I need help finding statistics on the effectiveness of various teaching methods. [more inside]
Did the Red Warriors Come Out to Play?
Do you know anything about the French antifascist gang called the Red Warriors? [more inside]
posted by myelin sheath at 1:17 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by myelin sheath at 1:17 PM PST - 2 comments
Help me find EGGSactly what I need!
Small Scale Egg washing solutions for a small coop worth of eggs. (~24 Hens) [more inside]
posted by PlutoniumX at 1:08 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by PlutoniumX at 1:08 PM PST - 6 comments
Facebook icon removal of crescent moon?
My Facebook profile has a little crescent moon icon next to my name. How can I get rid of this link? [more inside]
country music in india
Popularity of country music in India? [more inside]
How to fix this bumper paint problem?
Can I repair this spot on my Honda Civic's bumper where the paint has started to peel away? More details inside. [more inside]
Help me find this old Field & Stream article about meal planning.
Looking for an old Field & Stream article about meal planning for a short camping trip. [more inside]
posted by chazlarson at 12:45 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by chazlarson at 12:45 PM PST - 4 comments
Oh, the places we'll go...
Help two 19 year old American girls plan a trip to Europe! [more inside]
Looking for plugins/software to install stats/analytics for Multisite WordPress
Looking for plugins/software to install stats/analytics for Multisite WordPress (v3.3.1) so that the clients can see the stats for their own site. Google Analytics is already under consideration, but we want to look at other options [more inside]
How best to plan a wedding around a loving but dysfucntional family?
Have you had or attended a one-sided wedding (meaning only one person's family was in attendance)? Did it go okay for everyone or was it weird and sad or depressing? How did you best cope if it was your family that was not in attendance? My partner and I are in the very early stages of planning our wedding, and we're trying to figure out the best thing to do considering our current family situations. [more inside]
Best ribs article, pre-2001
Old article long shot: Looking for a magazine article published before 2001 that lists Dreamland BBQ of Tuscaloosa, Alabama and Lem's BBQ in Chicago, Illinois among the best bbq/rib restaurants in America. Any ideas? [more inside]
How many generations of cells could now exist from a single sample taken in 1972?
If a sample of cells was taken in 1972, reproduced in laboratory by cell division to create a cell line used in science today based originally on the sample, what "generation" of cell would be used today, and how far back in history BC/E would a comparable human generation be? Is that even calculable? [more inside]
posted by Quarter Pincher at 11:51 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by Quarter Pincher at 11:51 AM PST - 12 comments
How many amps can my sub-panel hold?
Panel to Garage sub-panel. How many amps can my sub-panel hold? (You are not my electrician.)
I will be hiring a licensed electrician, I’m just curious as to what to expect. [more inside]
Need to find someone to straighten my house out.
I'm looking to find qualified or at least experienced mobile home levellers in the Fraser Valley area of BC. [more inside]
How can I replace the ground in my car?
How do I replace the "big 3" (battery to chassis ground, engine block to chassis ground, battery positive to alternator) on a Honda s2000? [more inside]
EPIC FAIL MOVIES
What is the single worst movie you have ever seen that is now available on NetFlix streaming? By 'worst' I do not mean 'so bad it was good' or 'campy bad' or any of the other things people who actually enjoy air quotes bad movies mean. I mean truly irredeemable or no value whatsoever. [more inside]
posted by spicynuts at 11:20 AM PST - 193 comments
posted by spicynuts at 11:20 AM PST - 193 comments
Foreign policy problems facing the Obama administration.
What are the main foreign policy problems facing Obama and his administration right now?
seriously, my baby is cute
How often should I post pictures of my super-cute baby to Facebook and other social media? [more inside]
posted by purpleclover at 11:04 AM PST - 50 comments
posted by purpleclover at 11:04 AM PST - 50 comments
I'm giving my notice after 15 years and wondering the reaction I can expect to receive.
I plan on submitting my resignation to my boss tomorrow. I have worked for the company for over 15 years, the last 7 in a senior management role. My boss (who is also the president of the company) and I have not always seen eye to eye but we have a pretty good relationship these days. I plan on giving her just over 7 weeks notice. [more inside]
posted by VanishingPoint at 10:52 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by VanishingPoint at 10:52 AM PST - 23 comments
Which Wacom and why?
I'm an artist jack-of-all-trades and have been wanting a tablet to draw/trace ideas that will eventually be turned into paintings. I want to create clean line drawings/outlines that will be projected onto the canvas, and I work from there. I don't plan to draw finished images with the tablet (for now). PC user, have used tablets only a handful of times. [more inside]
posted by halcorp at 10:51 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by halcorp at 10:51 AM PST - 7 comments
LCSW vs. Clinical Psychologist: practical differences?
Transitioning into long-term depression treatment, I got a referral to both a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Clinical Psychologist. It's not clear to me how they would differ in their abilities/attitudes towards treatment. [more inside]
Including TTY contact info on a form
TTY users: When filling out a form, how do you handle the "phone number" blanks? Do you write in your TTY number and indicate it is a TTY number? What if you're filling out a form online? (I am designing an online form and want to make sure users can include TTY contact info if appropriate.)
posted by leticia at 9:57 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by leticia at 9:57 AM PST - 4 comments
What is the 'right' decision?
Mefi animal lovers, I adopted two bunnies ~6 months ago from the local house rabbits society. A few surgeries later, my finances are on the brink. I am now up a creek, and thinking about returning them to the society. How can I be sure I am making the best decision possible for all parties involved?(bonus, adorable pics!) [more inside]
posted by satori_movement at 9:47 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by satori_movement at 9:47 AM PST - 12 comments
Sim...Village?
I'm looking for a sim-city esque game, but with a medieval theme. Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by Just this guy, y'know at 9:45 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by Just this guy, y'know at 9:45 AM PST - 15 comments
British takeaway curry in San Francisco?
What defines the quintessential British takeaway curry, and what's the closest I can come in San Francisco? [more inside]
posted by kristi at 9:33 AM PST - 23 comments
posted by kristi at 9:33 AM PST - 23 comments
Hope my skin.
Dermatologist reccomendations in NYC for a young person wanting botox and acne treatments? [more inside]
How to clean cat pawprints from silk?
A cat left two paw prints on a 100% silk pillow cover. How do I get them out? [more inside]
posted by amf at 9:13 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by amf at 9:13 AM PST - 8 comments
Multiple parallel text columns with LaTeX! Help me MeFi-wan Kenobi.
In LaTeX, how do I insert one box per page, each the same size and in the same spot on every page, with a single paragraph (or image) in each box? Failing that, can I have two columns of parallel text, rather than one stream of text split into two columns? [more inside]
posted by waxbanks at 8:58 AM PST - 2 comments
posted by waxbanks at 8:58 AM PST - 2 comments
The Best Vintage Store You Don't Know About
Low-cost/free ads and self-promotion for a vintage clothing business in DC. Any suggestions? Websites, local publications, blogs-- who should know about us? [more inside]
How does your writing group work?
My fiction writing group is wondering if there's a better way to critique each others' pieces. How does your writing group do it? [more inside]
How can I find the right career, settle down, and live happily ever after?
I have quite a bitty CV and I want to settle down with a job I love soon (I just turned 30). Could you help me find my career sweetheart? Or to put it another way, is there any job that will pay me to sit around and read? [more inside]
My lawyer confessed a crime to me!?
First, I know most of you are not a lawyer and none of you are my lawyer. I understand the basic protections and requirements surrounding attorney-client privilege. I have an ethical, and potentially legal, dilemma. While consulting with my attorney recently, my attorney admitted to having committed a crime. [more inside]
I need a time waster.
I like to have a simple, fun PS3 game kicking that I can pick away at whenever I have some free time. I just finished DaBlob2 and that was fun, but now I need a new game. Suggestions? Bonus points for the game being inexpensive. [more inside]
posted by gwenlister at 8:23 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by gwenlister at 8:23 AM PST - 12 comments
how can I easily accept FB credits for virtual goods?
Are there any turnkey Facebook apps that are prebuilt to accept Facebook credits? [more inside]
Help me play this genuinely gastronomical, generally gustatory game?
Suggestions for restaurants in New York with of cuisines that start with the letter "G"? [more inside]
Help me find a coffee shop in Boston for a photograph.
I want to find a coffee shop in the Boston area where I could stage a particular photograph. [more inside]
League of Budget Reports isn't gonna cut it
can't believe I'm asking this
Dear Ask MetaFilter, I never thought this would happen to me: requesting recommendations for a private house cleaning service in Durham, NC. [more inside]
posted by gerryblog at 6:49 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by gerryblog at 6:49 AM PST - 3 comments
Pimp My Moisturizer
Are there moisturizers similar to Clinique's Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion, but with sunscreen? [more inside]
What should I sit on?
How much should I spend on an office chair? I work from a home office as a software developer, and sit in this chair pretty much all day every day. [more inside]
posted by Lokheed at 5:48 AM PST - 32 comments
posted by Lokheed at 5:48 AM PST - 32 comments
Those backpacks ain't gonna haul themselves
With kid #2, and our current car hitting the "out of warranty" mark, I'm looking to move onto another vehicle this late-sprint/summer. So please give your opinions on what brand & model you think I should shoot for given my criteria. [more inside]
What jazzed up Glenn Miller tune did I hear?
I heard a Glenn Miller tune on a jazz station and I'm trying to find out what album it was from. It was performed by a big band but it was not an original or remastered recording because it started out differently, was "jazzed up" a bit and had a good short solo or two in it. The song may have been "String of Pearls." Any ideas?
How do I install a wireless antenna on a HP ZV5000 laptop?
How do I install a wireless antenna on a HP ZV5000 laptop? [more inside]
posted by brownrd at 5:46 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by brownrd at 5:46 AM PST - 7 comments
Surrender to grace?
Non-Christian interpretations of the saying/mantra "Surrender to Grace" - are there - if so, where? Can anyone tell me anything else about this phrase. As in depth and from as many angles and philosophies as possible. [more inside]
posted by jitterbug perfume at 5:45 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by jitterbug perfume at 5:45 AM PST - 15 comments
Whoa, Whumpscutt followed by Vivaldi is jarring...
Linux app filter; I need a program for playing mp3s that lets me create playlists. Difficulty - I want to do things like create a playlist of all genres and no genres minus classical music. [more inside]
posted by QIbHom at 5:20 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by QIbHom at 5:20 AM PST - 6 comments
Veggie food and Flemish red in the SF South Bay?
Vegetarian restaurant with (sour) Flemish red in the San Francisco South Bay area? [more inside]
posted by morganw at 4:41 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by morganw at 4:41 AM PST - 8 comments
I need a pantry app to help me inventory my food!
I need a pantry/food-inventorying app, and I'm willing to pay for one. We have lots of food stored up, but we don't have a pantry per se. By necessity, the food is dispersed in the basement, kitchen cabinets, closets, etc. Most of it is stuff we would use up pretty quickly if it were convenient -- instead, we can't find it when we need it, or don't know we have it, and end up buying more. There must be an app for this, right? [more inside]
Help a Python newbie out!
Programming noobfilter: I have a Python script that does some things to a proxy log file: it can count and rank the top 20 urls accessed, users and source IPs. Three further problems and code inside: [more inside]
posted by monocot at 3:15 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by monocot at 3:15 AM PST - 10 comments
easy visa renewal
where's the closest place i can go to get my visa renewed? [more inside]
How can I put long-ish videos online without them being public yet accessible by computer illiterate people?
What are the options for making publicly available educational movie files, so they can be accessed by computer illiterate people, yet without making them publicly available/indexed by Google? I tried YouTube but hit its "video is too long" limitation (the movies are 35 minutes and I really don't want to chop them up into 10 min chunks). The movies are created by a charity and I have full permission of the copyright holder. The movies are not available online anywhere else. (Read on for more info.) [more inside]
posted by humblepigeon at 1:55 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by humblepigeon at 1:55 AM PST - 12 comments
Rubber behind the toilet sprung a leak - can I fix it by myself?
Toilet has a rubber piece that sprung a leak - help [more inside]
posted by watercarrier at 1:40 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by watercarrier at 1:40 AM PST - 5 comments
March 5
What are my chances of getting into a graduate program?
I have an bachelors degree is business but want to get my masters in education. I'm applying to Hunter College's School of Education in NYC. What are my chances if I do not meet the admissions requirements for an undergraduate major in liberal arts or science. This is a link to the admissions requirements page: In general, what are the chances of getting into a graduate program? What do admissions look for when selecting prospective students? Are Hunter's graduate programs for education competitive to get into? Can I lower my chances of getting acceptance if I submit my application too close to the deadline?
How to do I clear up a post-cold congestion/phlegm?
I've actually had this problem for awhile. I usually wake up in the mornings with congestion mostly a lot of phlegm. I have to clear my throat numerous times, blow my nose, etc. The phlegm is clear, no discoloration. Clogs most in my throat so I almost have to make a hacking sound to bring up the phlegm. [more inside]
Bright idea
Can I put a 100W incandescent bulb into a metal desk lamp that says to use a max 60W bulb? [more inside]
posted by spockpuppy at 10:44 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by spockpuppy at 10:44 PM PST - 21 comments
Best Documentaries- Big History.
I want to learn about major historical events through documentaries (not miniseries). What are your favorites? (I know, broad).
posted by sandmanwv at 9:52 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by sandmanwv at 9:52 PM PST - 22 comments
Where can I get health insurance in a day or two?
I just discovered that my COBRA was mishandled and that I have been uninsured for half a year. I checked into it only because I am leaving the country on Sunday and wanted to make sure everything is square. It isn't. Where can I get myself health insurance in a day or two? [more inside]
I wrote just short of 50,000 words of a novel... But now I'm not sure where to go from here.
I wrote just short of 50,000 words of a novel... But now I'm not sure where to go from here. Help me come up with a game plan to finish it. Details inside. [more inside]
posted by deathpanels at 9:17 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by deathpanels at 9:17 PM PST - 17 comments
Yoga, Cardio, and Weights, Oh My
Cardio? Yoga? strength-training? Help set me straight. [more inside]
I want to feel like I'm piloting a spaceship with four wheels.
Autofilter: is one bluetooth-enabled ODB2 scanner better than another? [more inside]
Stopping people from talking to me while I am trying to do schoolwork or study?
Best possible solution to ward off people who try to talk to me while I'm studying?What have you done that worked? Urgent! [more inside]
posted by pixienat at 8:13 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by pixienat at 8:13 PM PST - 34 comments
Is it possible to lose the ability to fall in love?
Is it possible to lo lose the ability to fall in love? [more inside]
posted by bookman117 at 8:07 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by bookman117 at 8:07 PM PST - 24 comments
Travel Covens?
How do you find off-the-beaten track cool things to do when you travel? [more inside]
i've been accepted to my creative writing mfa program! help me do it right.
i've been accepted to my creative writing mfa program of choice! help me do it right. [more inside]
I was raised broke and I'm afraid of professionalism.
I was raised broke and I'm afraid of professionalism. [more inside]
posted by stoneandstar at 6:51 PM PST - 26 comments
posted by stoneandstar at 6:51 PM PST - 26 comments
Can you help find stylish but fashionable women's shoes?
Do you have recommendations for stylish and comfortable women's shoes that my wife can wear while we travel in London and Paris? She's tall, thin, and pretty fashionable, but she's stumped about what she can wear while on her feet all day.
dying my hair or eyebrows back to black
I'm a male in my early thirties in DC and starting to get pretty visible white hair (i have completely black hair). That's not that big of a deal - but I've started to get a visible white patch on one of my eyebrows (and THAT is bothersome and visible). I'd like to fix that. [more inside]
Plan my Orlando trip for me please.
Orlando itinerary with a 3.5 year old. Help please. [more inside]
Am I missing out on life?
Will my health-nut friend live longer than me (all other things considered equal)? Will her life be better? [more inside]
posted by Geppp at 6:13 PM PST - 32 comments
posted by Geppp at 6:13 PM PST - 32 comments
I need local Orange County machines or super late night or Sunday machines in LA.
Where can I rent time on industrial sewing machines in Orange County, CA? [more inside]
Help with Health Anxiety
Help me help my partner move past his health anxiety. [more inside]
apartment hunting in new york city
what advice can you give to a renter in new york looking for their first apartment? [more inside]
Iowa State or Marquette University?
I've gotten my college picks down to Marquette University or Iowa State University. I can't decide where I want to go, several variables to consider...HELP!!! [more inside]
Why can't I watch the English Premier League on my computer in the US?
Why doesn't the English Premier League (soccer/ football) offer a service similar to the NBA's League Pass or MLB's MLB.tv? Or does it? (I'm in the U.S.) [more inside]
Software job: good, bad, mediocre?
First job in the software industry. Is it good, awful, or just mediocre? [more inside]
I broke up with him years ago, but we stayed friends for the dog.
Please help me to break up with someone I've already broken up with. [more inside]
Movie Theatrical Release Notification?
How do I get email notification when a movie is released in theatres in Winnipeg? [more inside]
Why don't I like the taste of alcohol after my surgery?
Why do I not like the taste of wine and other alcohol, four months after my orthhopaedic surgery? [more inside]
B1G in Miami
Where can I watch Michigan Basketball in (downtown) Miami on Friday? [more inside]
posted by PhatLobley at 2:57 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by PhatLobley at 2:57 PM PST - 4 comments
Shed shopping
Help me find a shed for my narrow DC yard. [more inside]
posted by MrMoonPie at 2:44 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by MrMoonPie at 2:44 PM PST - 5 comments
How to win gracefully?
What's the best way to ask a colleague to work with you, when they used to be the lead on a project that you now manage? [more inside]
How do you deal with recruiters?
A recruiter contacted me on Linkedin. I may be interested. What's the protocol here? [more inside]
Would I get higher interest from cash in a mattress?
PersonalFinanceFilter: Given the near-zero interest rates these days, what's the best strategy to use to allocate savings? [more inside]
posted by hot soup at 2:24 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by hot soup at 2:24 PM PST - 18 comments
Can Americans rent motorcycles in England?
I am an American taking a trip to London in late March, and I want to rent a motorcycle to use for a day of riding enjoyment. Is this allowed by English law, and if so where can I look to rent a bike? [more inside]
How to serve alcohol at a semi-private event?
I'm throwing an advertised dinner party for which guests will pay a fixed price. How can I serve alcohol? [more inside]
How can I preserve this recording?
Is there a way to copy a recording from a Verizon FiOS DVR to a disc, thumb drive, or anything like that? Is this actually possible? I was on the New Year's Eve in New York broadcast multiple times and at length, so I would like to somehow keep this recording. What would I need to do?
Moving Up by Moving Out
I'm a non-profit development professional who enjoys my current job fundraising for a regional cultural organization (actually one of the largest, most stable non-profits in our area). Unfortunately, I can no longer afford the non-profit salary. Plese help direct me to the resources to find a place in the for-profit world. [more inside]
What's the right response to a likely eBay shill bidder?
I feel an eBay seller is likely using a shill bidder. What should I do about it? [more inside]
posted by iknowizbirfmark at 1:02 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by iknowizbirfmark at 1:02 PM PST - 22 comments
Daily News Digests?
Give me your best daily news digests. [more inside]
There's a purse using this computer, and a stack of books and a Pepsi using the one in the corner....
Thanks to everyone's help, I've taken steps towards creating a more welcoming hospital library. Now help me discourage library users from leaving their stuff at the computers all day - in the least passive-aggressive way possible. [more inside]
Web Servers 101
Which services do I need to enable on my NAS to access the files over the web? [more inside]
posted by roofus at 12:36 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by roofus at 12:36 PM PST - 4 comments
Does it make sense to consider the iRiver Story HD for an eBook reader purchase?
Is it foolish to consider buying an iRiver Story HD as my first eBook reader? [more inside]
How to talk to your kids about online porn?
Have you discovered your child has seen online pornography? What did you do about it? [more inside]
posted by amoeba at 12:30 PM PST - 25 comments
posted by amoeba at 12:30 PM PST - 25 comments
What can I do about my problem neighbors?
My neighbors moved in two days ago, and haven't stopped yelling since. And they're drug dealers. Can I nip this in the bud? [more inside]
Blowing my head gasket...
My RAV4 is two months out of warranty, and suddenly needs $5k worth of work. What should I do in this scenario? [more inside]
posted by WinnipegDragon at 12:22 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by WinnipegDragon at 12:22 PM PST - 14 comments
Voracious Living
Voracious living . . . how? DarlingBri's freaking awesome comment in this thread got me thinking about living voraciously. Because that's something I'm really interested in doing. How does one go about living voraciously?
posted by Sassyfras at 12:21 PM PST - 19 comments
posted by Sassyfras at 12:21 PM PST - 19 comments
How do you suggest I proceed with appealing for scholarship funds?
I was not granted scholarship funds for my first year of graduate school. However, per my advisor I do have the option to appeal so I can possibly receive funds for my second year. Have you ever made an appeal for a scholarship or grant? Were you successful in doing so? And finally, do you have any suggestions on how to approach writing the appeal?
Introduce me to meditation properly
I'm curious about meditating, but I don't really know where to begin. Further, I hear there are different types of meditation out there. Is there a difference between the effect of each type? [more inside]
The Quakers Have the Right Idea
Adhesive over the Stove
I have a microwave oven installed over my regular oven. The lower endcap has popped off the handle. I'd like to glue it back on, but it's in a spot where there will be a lot of steam rising towards it. What's the best product to get it glued back on?
posted by gimonca at 11:34 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by gimonca at 11:34 AM PST - 8 comments
Can one man still create a complex website
Hello, brightminded and helpful mefi's.
I have an idea for (IMO) an awesome new website that I believe will be huge. Is it still feasible in this day and age for a person to buy a stack of books and learn the coding skills needed for a website with very robust features, to say the least? Or will I have to acquire the funding to hire the people to do this? Funding is non-existent at the point in time.
posted by DesmondDoomsday at 11:24 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by DesmondDoomsday at 11:24 AM PST - 11 comments
Awesome computer science research videos
Help me find awesome videos for high school students that show interesting new algorithms research. [more inside]
posted by mathtime! at 10:50 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by mathtime! at 10:50 AM PST - 11 comments
A new transmission? Really? It's a Toyota?
My pickup is a 2000 Toyota Tacoma V6 4X4 with an annoying problem of popping out of first gear both under load and when not under load. This is apparently a known issue with Tacomas as documented here. I've replaced the bushings per the linked article except for the white one on the end of the shift lever visible in the second photo of step four. This part is on order but I'm not optimistic. What are my options? [more inside]
posted by stet at 10:40 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by stet at 10:40 AM PST - 9 comments
Help me build a worthwhile career
27 years old and in a bit of a career crisis. I've been drifting between dead-end jobs and I want to steer myself into a more satisfying position. I'm especially interested in getting into a creative industry and/or web development/design, or something else that will play to my (self-perceived) strengths of creativity and technical aptitude.
I need advice. So much advice. Perhaps some of you kind folks can help! [NB - This gets pretty long. Also, I'm in London, UK.] [more inside]
posted by Drexen at 10:38 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by Drexen at 10:38 AM PST - 11 comments
Xeriscaping in the Central Valley, Calif.
Resources and recommendations for xeriscaping my front lawn in California's Central Valley? [more inside]
Help a girl say no.
Late-twenties female in need of new strategies for handling intimate encounters and avoiding disassociation during sex and shame afterwards. [more inside]
How to get a supervisor recommendation when policy says I can't.
I am currently wanting to apply for some job openings within my field (library) and external. Per the norm, the employer wants at least one current work recommendation from a supervisor. The problem: at my workplace no employees are allowed to give work recommendations based on issues of legality that would make the library liable. How in the hell do I then put down a recommendation from a boss who likes me but will not do a recommendation? My previous job experience though not spotty was in retail with no promotion to speak of. I have been also using my professor(s) from grad school 6 years ago who happily remembers my scholastic performance. What would you do? Thanks for your thoughts.
posted by snap_dragon at 10:08 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by snap_dragon at 10:08 AM PST - 10 comments
I know what music sounds like, but what does it SOUND like?
How would someone who had never heard music perceive the sounds for the first time? What sort of reaction could be expected? [more inside]
Oxygen in food??
I was just forwarded an email from a family member that eating raw foods high in oxygen can somehow help your blood oxygen levels. This sounds like complete crap to me. I was taught that oxygen gets into our bodies via the lungs. Is there the remotest possibility that oxygen in food gets into the bloodstream? In some significant amount that the body would notice? Any biochemists out there?
posted by loosemouth at 10:05 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by loosemouth at 10:05 AM PST - 13 comments
Gina needs some beads!
We need to get Gina to the Big Easy. Can we tow her with a 4-cylinder crossover SUV? If so, can you explain the hitch set-up to me? [more inside]
posted by raisingsand at 10:02 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by raisingsand at 10:02 AM PST - 12 comments
Two lesbians eating out (in restaurants) – how to get good service.
What are some ways my partner and I (two women) can signal to restaurant staff that we are on a date and hope to receive service similar to straight couples? [more inside]
posted by tr0ubley at 9:52 AM PST - 27 comments
posted by tr0ubley at 9:52 AM PST - 27 comments
In search of clever shelf hardware
Clever hardware for making shelves quickly and easily -- where can I find more? [more inside]
What is this thing?
What is this decrepit structure in Boston's Fort Point Channel? [more inside]
posted by Admiral Haddock at 9:41 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Admiral Haddock at 9:41 AM PST - 5 comments
Good WFH jobs for someone with CFS-like health condition?
Good WFH jobs for someone with a health condition similar to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? [more inside]
How to stop by harddrive from running after wakeup?
What's up with my Mac? Hard drive runs for several minutes after waking. [more inside]
Build-your-own-Internship
As a 2nd year Ph.D student in biotech/engineering, how can I find/create an internship opportunity at a start-up or established company that I find interesting? How can I prove my possible value to a company, and when is too early to start trying to build connections? [more inside]
Mystery Fruit
What fruit is this? Bought it at a produce market in Taipei a few days ago and I was told to wait five days before eating it.
posted by zxcv at 8:38 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by zxcv at 8:38 AM PST - 13 comments
is eating too many eggs a problem?
36 eggs in a week. that can't be healthy. or is it? [more inside]
posted by krautland at 8:37 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by krautland at 8:37 AM PST - 24 comments
Will the cognitive problems associated with sepsis improve as the infection is treated?
Will the cognitive problems associated with severe sepsis improve as the sepsis itself is treated? [more inside]
posted by Jamesonian at 8:36 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by Jamesonian at 8:36 AM PST - 9 comments
EXCEL QUESTION LOL
I have a data set of user activity. It records every time an activity is completed by a user, with the date and user ID attatched. I need to tally up the number of times, by user, the user completes the activity on a unique day. [more inside]
posted by Patbon at 8:05 AM PST - 13 comments
posted by Patbon at 8:05 AM PST - 13 comments
What shirt should I work out in?
Melting Stove Cords and Me
Our stove's electric cord melted and our electrician says that he thinks it was a fault with the stove itself. When I say the cord melted, it is a 6 inch gooey mess starting in the center of the cord that had heated up to the point where it started to burn through the wall and melted a hole in the gas line. The stove itself was off (oven and burners) and it apparently happened spontaneously. The electrician was, in his words, "shocked your house did not burn down. Be glad you smelled the gas when you did".
My question has two parts going on the electrician's hypothesis:
1) The stove is out of warranty but it is still only 7 years old. Maytag is sending a repair person to asses the problem. Would we have any leg to stand on to ask for money towards a new stove? I doubt it but am hopeful.
2) Who, if anyone, should we notify that there may be an issue with these stoves? I would hate to think that someone else's house might burn down through some sort of faulty wire and we could have let "someone" know. (we are in Georgia).
A bonus question - can anyone think of how this could possibly have happened? It seems pretty odd to us and to the electrician and we cannot think of something that might have made this happen.
Makin' a Move on a Younger Guy
How do I make a move on a guy? [more inside]
What did your breast lump feel like?
What did your breast lump feel like? [more inside]
Tell me about public health.
I think I'd like to go to graduate school in public health. Please educate me! [more inside]
posted by downing street memo at 7:58 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by downing street memo at 7:58 AM PST - 7 comments
Any wild ideas for a synesthesia-themed dinner party?
Speak, Cutlery! My flatmate and I belong to a very informal supper club, and it has fallen on us to prepare this Friday's meal. The theme... is synesthesia. Help us make this an unforgettable (and delicious) experience! [more inside]
posted by Chichibio at 7:34 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by Chichibio at 7:34 AM PST - 24 comments
How to read "Infinite Jest" on a Nook Color?
I just bought a B&N Nook Color, on which I'll read the NY
Times and some Dickens and Trollope. I'd like to download and read "Infinite Jest" on it too, as I've not been motivated to read my five-pound paperback copy. But what's the simplest, cleanest way to flip back and forth between the IJ narrative and the notes on the Nook? Do you have a system? Can you keep both places marked and flip easily? Or what? (I'm pretty tech-phobic but trying to overcome.) Thanks.
posted by fivesavagepalms at 7:15 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by fivesavagepalms at 7:15 AM PST - 6 comments
Help me lower my home oil heating costs
Any experience with the Energy Kinetics EK1 System 2000 boiler? [more inside]
Engagement ring woes for big knuckled...ladies.
My engagement ring hurts like a you-know-what to take off, because I have big knuckles and slim fingers. Help me figure out what to do...resize (again)? Adjust something? Some knuckle reduction surgery? [Bonus Kitten photo for your help!] [more inside]
posted by PeppahCat at 6:46 AM PST - 15 comments
posted by PeppahCat at 6:46 AM PST - 15 comments
Obstacle/Adventure 5k filter: What do I wear?
I am running in several adventure/obstacle 5k races this year (i.e. Warrior Dash, Austin Jailbreak, Survivor Mud Run, etc.). One is coming up in a few weeks. In each of these races there are water/mud obstacles -- what should I wear? [more inside]
posted by ATX Peanut at 6:38 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by ATX Peanut at 6:38 AM PST - 11 comments
Reputable insurers offering HO8 Modified (AKA Market Value) homeowner's policies?
Replacement cost for my house is estimated to be 3-4x market value. I'm therefore looking at obtaining a "market value" homeowners' policy. USAA reps I've spoken to indicate they don't offer market value policies and this doesn't seem to be something the online quote systems are prepared to handle. As such, it looks like I'll need to be contacting live humans on the phone. Anyone have leads on good companies to work with? Location is northwest Alabama.
posted by ferdinand.bardamu at 6:24 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by ferdinand.bardamu at 6:24 AM PST - 10 comments
Do most Irish rental cars have iPod interfaces?
Does the typical rental car in Ireland come with an auxiliary port for an iPod? [more inside]
Domain Suggestion for Men's Blog
Need a domain suggestion for a men's blog/magazine touching on fashion, finance, self-improvement, travel and health and fitness.
Any ideas? [more inside]
OK, you got me, I'm reading at work...
[Book Filter] I'm looking for books with small, bite sized chapters for easy reading on my phone... [more inside]
Money for Nothing?
boy needs some new teeth [more inside]
Any ideas to keep our next winter (Western U.S.) ski trip under budget?
My boyfriend and I want to spend 2-3 months skiing in the western U.S. for (hopefully way) under $3,000/month. Any ideas for where, when, and how to do this? [more inside]
What should I learn to work with awesome programmers?
Suppose I'm a programmer. I want super awesome companies to be excited about hiring me. And I want to work with nice and smart people. What kinds of techonologies should I spend my time learning? [more inside]
posted by oranger at 5:28 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by oranger at 5:28 AM PST - 26 comments
I should be able to handle this. Right?
How do I stop panicking about my new responsibilities at work? [more inside]
posted by guessthis at 4:21 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by guessthis at 4:21 AM PST - 7 comments
A non-crappy printing solution.
Best home-office printer for an artist/graphic designer? [more inside]
posted by monkey!knife!fight! at 4:20 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by monkey!knife!fight! at 4:20 AM PST - 7 comments
Their time to thrive
I'm looking for examples of plants, animals or ecosystems that suddenly thrive under relatively rare and occasional conditions. One example is the marine ecosystem of microorganisms, shrimp, tiny fish, etc that thrive on the corpses of dead whales. Another is the Australian eucalypts which regenerate after bushfires. Another example is pantry moths, which can suddenly explode in population when grain is improperly stored. Can you think of any other examples?
No health insurance, can't afford my adderall, ADD is running amuck!
Lost my health insurance, & the last 6 months of fighting my ADD w/out Adderall has started to effect my job performance. Monthly doctor appts to get the rx are $150, & Adderall w/out insurance is $90. I can't afford $240/month! Plus there's the Adderall shortage everyone's experiencing. I've seen a lot of OTC pills claiming to mimic Adderall, but are there any that work? [more inside]
How to find guest laundry in hotels?
Is there a search engine for guest laundry or coin op laundry in hotels? [more inside]
Please help me identify this fabric
Video noob seeks advice
Very specific video cable question (computer to LCD TV) [more inside]
posted by benito.strauss at 12:44 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by benito.strauss at 12:44 AM PST - 7 comments
March 4
Lady arm hair: What do to?
Have you ever removed arm (not armpit) hair? How and would you recommend it? [more inside]
An alternative to whiteboards/chalkboards?
Chalkboards are dusty. Whiteboards are smelly. What else can I use? [more inside]
posted by miniraptor at 11:28 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by miniraptor at 11:28 PM PST - 17 comments
I would like to legally make my copy of Windows XP work!
I need Windows XP on my boot camp capable Macbook Pro. I purchased the home edition SP2 a long time ago, but have now lost the product key / activation. I'm looking for legal ways to install XP tonight or tomorrow. [more inside]
posted by visual mechanic at 11:04 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by visual mechanic at 11:04 PM PST - 6 comments
What are the arguments against trade union influence in Australian politics?
Could someone please explain to me the arguments against and counter-arguments for the role of unions in the Australian Labor Party? [more inside]
90% of bugs are waht?
What's the source of this Computer Science quote? [more inside]
Is my iMac RAM incompatible?
I installed new RAM for my 2007-era iMac last week, and for a few days everything went swimmingly. Then the loud beeping started... [more inside]
posted by zardoz at 10:26 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by zardoz at 10:26 PM PST - 12 comments
Recording all phone calls.
I want to record incoming and outgoing calls. I am aware of the legal aspects. [more inside]
Are you Experienced?
What's the greatest experience in life I'm missing out on? [more inside]
posted by Kippersoft at 9:00 PM PST - 120 comments
posted by Kippersoft at 9:00 PM PST - 120 comments
Reading lamp / floor lamp wanted
Please help me find a better reading lamp. [more inside]
Sticking to positive topics in online journals
How can I keep to positive topics when journaling? [more inside]
posted by sweetkid at 8:42 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by sweetkid at 8:42 PM PST - 9 comments
Can a man with a kidney transplant safely have a vasectomy?
My partner received a kidney transplant 8 years ago because of a congenital condition affecting only his kidneys. He is now 32, healthy and gets regularly checked by his nephrologist. Before even bringing up the idea of a vasectomy up to my partner to get his thoughts, I want to know if the idea is even safe.
How to secure a pay rise
Recommendations on securing pay rise in current job. [more inside]
posted by Under the Sea at 7:59 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Under the Sea at 7:59 PM PST - 5 comments
Need A Recommendation for a Book on How Cults Work
Need A Recommendation for a Book on How Cults Work. [more inside]
Novice woodworker dad needs a woodworking-related birthday gift
Help me buy my accomplished novice woodworker father a related gift! [more inside]
posted by ImproviseOrDie at 7:31 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by ImproviseOrDie at 7:31 PM PST - 22 comments
Souvenirs from each country, but what?
Best souvenir to collect from each country I visit? [more inside]
No, I am quite certain you can do this on your own now.
How can you tell if a child really needs help with something, or if they're just seeking attention? [more inside]
procrastination
What do you do when you have been procrastinating, have a deadline to meet, and completely and totally lack motivation to do anything at all? [more inside]
Career advancement for only 2 hours a night?
What can you do with 2 hours a night to advance in your career? [more inside]
posted by abdulf at 7:13 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by abdulf at 7:13 PM PST - 7 comments
Convince me to move to Oregon
Convince me to move to Oregon [more inside]
There's gotta be at least one person
There are plenty of male impressionists who impersonate female celebrities/politicians, or who put on a dress to play a female character. Help me find the female comedians who impersonate men. [more inside]
Stalking The Elusive Apartment
So, I came out as transgendered about a year ago, and I'm finally financially secure enough to move out of my urban rednecky neighborhood. This, of course, leaves me with a few questions. [more inside]
posted by Toby Dammit X at 5:54 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Toby Dammit X at 5:54 PM PST - 16 comments
Sending "small" amounts of money from US to Denmark?
I'm in the US. I have a niece in Denmark with a birthday coming, and I'd like to send her $50. How? [more inside]
posted by Runes at 5:39 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Runes at 5:39 PM PST - 13 comments
Tools for European Cars
Peugeot tools - how do I price these? [more inside]
posted by thelastcamel at 5:26 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by thelastcamel at 5:26 PM PST - 4 comments
Consulting Filter: How do I justify leaving my first project significantly earlier then completion?
Consulting Filter: How do I justify leaving my first project significantly earlier then completion? [more inside]
posted by lpcxa0 at 5:25 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by lpcxa0 at 5:25 PM PST - 8 comments
wireless hdmi?
I have a tv in a room without adirectv satellite receiver can I wirelessly send the signal to the tv? I have seen wireless boxes that send computer output to tvs can I do this with hdmi?
Need a Card Catalog for the Internet
Help me discover new, interesting things to learn about on the internet. [more inside]
posted by Andrhia at 5:07 PM PST - 13 comments
posted by Andrhia at 5:07 PM PST - 13 comments
Anybody have a good supplier of table grommets aside from Mockett.com?
Anybody have a good supplier of table grommets aside from Mockett.com? [more inside]
What's the right thing to do when you see a perfect stranger engaging in what seems to be child abuse?
Saw a woman indiscriminately hitting her crying child in the parking lot. What should I have done? [more inside]
posted by foxy_hedgehog at 3:53 PM PST - 33 comments
posted by foxy_hedgehog at 3:53 PM PST - 33 comments
What could be causing vibrations in my chest?
What could be causing what feels like very mild vibration in my left chest? [more inside]
Mature Zombie Apocalypse Themed Party Games?
Help us brainstorm mature games for a zombie apocalypse themed party [more inside]
Conflict of Interest?
Stupid question: is this a real conflict of interest? [more inside]
How are people extradited in the US
A good friend may be extradited from Colorado to Arkansas. What should he be expecting? [more inside]
Knee surgery: what happens next / what should I do / have ready?
What to do / will happen after knee surgery next week? Supplements? Exercises? Other ideas post-surgery for best chance at positive recovery? [more inside]
How do I stop hating myself for being a bad person?
Tell me why I should be excited to move to Plymouth, England
Talk me in to being excited about moving to Plymouth (UK, not US) [more inside]
posted by olinerd at 1:40 PM PST - 22 comments
posted by olinerd at 1:40 PM PST - 22 comments
New career as artist
Advice needed on making a living as an artist. [more inside]
posted by Kiwi at 1:39 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Kiwi at 1:39 PM PST - 9 comments
computers don't like to be dropped
Help me find a cheap and bombproof laptop/netbook/tablet [more inside]
Mais je ne parle pas francais... Is it foolhardy to move to Ottawa without knowing french?
Need a new start in a new place. But my only fluent language is English. Is it foolish of me to try Ottawa? [more inside]
posted by human ecologist at 12:45 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by human ecologist at 12:45 PM PST - 16 comments
ahdgwad
Wordpress Help! My homepage keeps getting redirected to the wordpress install page...I believe I changed all my database table prefix in both wp-config and phpMyAdmin but nothing is working...I am going crazy, please help. [more inside]
Money is power. Power corrupts.
I've realized there's a hole in my new-relationship toolkit, and it has to do with money - specifically, substantial income imbalances. [more inside]
Drug redistribution?
How can I recycle expensive drugs that I no longer need or are in excess of my needs? [more inside]
What to do with a lot of raspberry syrup?
What to make with 3 gallons of raspberry syrup? [more inside]
posted by lilkeith07 at 11:46 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by lilkeith07 at 11:46 AM PST - 12 comments
ikea furniture
Ikea cabinet hinge adjustment help needed. [more inside]
Recommendations for image hosting site
Who is doing the best free image hosting out there now? I have a family project to post a bunch of images for other family members from around the country and world to see. [more inside]
posted by lampshade at 11:02 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by lampshade at 11:02 AM PST - 12 comments
I'm Looking Through You
I have been asked to respond to an alleged poltergeist in a school. I have been directed to not be dismissive of it. [more inside]
EXPERIENCED TRAVELERS: How to maximize awards for a 68-day hotel stay
EXPERIENCED TRAVELERS. I need to stay for 68 days at a hotel in the Hanover/Odenton/Serven area of Maryland. How can I maximize this in terms of an awards or mileage program? [more inside]
Note in Reader without a "Note in Reader" button?
Has anyone come up with a good replacement for Google Reader's (now-defunct) "Note in Reader" feature? "Sharing to G+" is NOT THE SAME, and emailing articles is annoying compared to the ease of pressing one tiny little button. [more inside]
posted by ella wren at 10:36 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by ella wren at 10:36 AM PST - 9 comments
Veggie cooking classes in San Francisco
I spent the past week sleuthing online for vegetarian cooking classes in San Francisco and don't have much to show for it. Help! [more inside]
How complete are DNA tests at determining ethnic / racial background?
How complete are DNA tests at determining ethnic / racial background? [more inside]
Can I run my computer's sound through my console record player?
I would much rather listen to Pandora through the speakers in this record player than my Insignia computer speakers. The record player has an RCA input on the back, so can I just get a 1/8" stereo-to-RCA adapter and plug it in? [more inside]
posted by jwhite1979 at 8:56 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by jwhite1979 at 8:56 AM PST - 14 comments
Hurry up and promote me already!
I have the opportunity (passed the first interview) for a super-dream job. My current boss is leaving at the end of this week. He wants to cross-train me on his duties but doesn't want to bother if I am just going to be taking off too. Is there any way I can expedite this process without ruining my chances at the new job? [more inside]
posted by agress at 8:56 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by agress at 8:56 AM PST - 9 comments
Help me spend more time playing.
Just got an ipad and am wanting new games. [more inside]
Does self publishing hurt your mainstream publishing chances?
Does self publishing hurt your mainstream publishing chances? [more inside]
Chinese, please.
Help a Brit with an American travel conundrum?
I need to get to Indian River County in Florida from Orlando International Airport. How am I going to do it? [more inside]
Recover iTunes setting after format C drive
I'm using iTunes 10.5.3.3 to sync my iPhone 4S. (running win xp sp3)
Currently, It's time to format my PC C:\ drive.
I have all my music on the D drive (I don't need to backup songs before formatting C drive)
iTunes currently sync to those files,
and I need to recover iTunes full settings after the format.
(so iTunes could have the same Library and Playlists 'picture' equals to prior formatting.
How can I do that ?
what files need to be backed-up before formatting,
and I can I make iTunes full recover on a new formatted C drive ?
Thanks.
Ron
Stuck
How do I stop worrying all the damn time? [more inside]
Birch syrup - what to do with it?
I have a 125ml bottle of birch syrup (Sweet Trees from BC, Canada). I see recipes on the internet (and I think got some when I bought the bottle), but what have you done with it that you would recommend?
posted by AnnaRat at 1:15 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by AnnaRat at 1:15 AM PST - 6 comments
Help keep me warm.
I am currently studying a dance-based course at uni, which requires a day-to-day wardrobe of stretchy, comfortable clothes (leotards, singlets, leggings etc.). Easy enough. But I need warm things to chuck on over the top of my dance gear in between classes and I'm sick of trackies and hoodies. Help me find some inspiration. [more inside]
posted by lovedbymarylane at 12:17 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by lovedbymarylane at 12:17 AM PST - 16 comments
March 3
Squeeze my mind grapes with new TV shows!
What TV series should I watch next on Netflix streaming? [more inside]
Whats a bad olive like?
What attributes does a good-quality olive have? [more inside]
posted by Hither at 11:26 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Hither at 11:26 PM PST - 3 comments
What's the deal with generic Concerta?
What's the deal with Generic Concerta? [more inside]
Change your pushable buttons.
Change your pushable buttons. Everyone has triggers, or certain things that really bother then.
How do you get over or at least temporarily move passed something that pushes your really big buttons?
(when you can't tell the person to %&$@ off, or dissect the situation) [more inside]
Whoa, Backup!
In the year 2012, what is the best solution to back up 3 Macs, two running Lion, one an iBook running Leopard? Maybe 500gb, if that... tho one of the Lion boxes has an external drive. [more inside]
posted by Slap*Happy at 10:44 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Slap*Happy at 10:44 PM PST - 9 comments
Murder
What is the definition of murder? If the state puts you to death is it murder? [more inside]
posted by Kilovolt at 9:55 PM PST - 27 comments
posted by Kilovolt at 9:55 PM PST - 27 comments
Where can I sell a Ouji board signed by the band Marilyn Manson from c.1999?
Where can I sell a Ouji board signed by the band Marilyn Manson from c.1999? Bonus: how much is it worth? [more inside]
posted by Jason and Laszlo at 9:52 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Jason and Laszlo at 9:52 PM PST - 9 comments
eTablet Phone Home.
Windows 7 Homegroup on both my desktop (where it was created) and tablet. Tablet can see desktop just fine. Desktop doesn't even show another member in the Homegroup, when tablet is right there beside it, awake (and with My Docs shared). What gives?
Can you tell me how to get to Sesame Street?
Do you know where to find full episodes of Sesame Street online? [more inside]
posted by Nickel Pickle at 9:21 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by Nickel Pickle at 9:21 PM PST - 6 comments
proper pet health insurance?
i'm looking into health insurance for my kitty cats, but am at a loss navigating the various providers. can you help Sweet Potato and the Fonz? [more inside]
posted by crankyrogalsky at 9:01 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by crankyrogalsky at 9:01 PM PST - 7 comments
diminished body hair seems like a pretty great side effect to me!
was this dude pulling my leg or is there really a skin cream for sensitive skin with the side effect of inhibiting hair growth? [more inside]
Think first, act second
Suggestions for movies with smart/resourceful protagonists. [more inside]
posted by melissasaurus at 7:06 PM PST - 53 comments
posted by melissasaurus at 7:06 PM PST - 53 comments
DC Weddings.
I'm getting married in DC, or at least I'm trying to! A few questions regarding budgets and venues inside. [more inside]
Serious doubts about breaking up
Just broke up with girlfriend. Absolutely consumed with remorse, second thoughts, doubts, guilt, sadness. I don't know what to do; I don't know what's normal to feel. [more inside]
What are some common arguments for and against socialized healthcare on the left and the right?
What are some common arguments for and against socialized healthcare on the left and the right? [more inside]
They're like pepperoni rolls, but better
Does anyone have a tried and true recipe for the kind of pepperoni balls you get in Erie, PA? [more inside]
posted by FakePalindrome at 6:55 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by FakePalindrome at 6:55 PM PST - 2 comments
Why does my wheat smell like beets?
Did my flour go bad? I have some wheat flour from a small local farm. I used it to make bread today and it has an odd smell. I'm wondering if it's still okay to use or if I'll be tripping like a medieval peasant if I eat it. [more inside]
posted by apricot at 6:45 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by apricot at 6:45 PM PST - 6 comments
How do I figure out a mutual fund cost basis for my tax return?
How do I figure out a mutual fund cost basis for tax purposes? [more inside]
Real olive oil needed, please
Is there any simple way to know if the olive oil I've bought is genuine? If my olive oil does not soldify in the fridge, does that mean it is adulterated? What brand (or certification) can I buy of olive oil that I know for sure is genuine? [more inside]
posted by skjønn at 5:34 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by skjønn at 5:34 PM PST - 17 comments
Knowing the universe puts itself in equilibrium would alleviate my guilt.
How do you reconcile with guilt and the feeling that something bad should happen to you as a consequence of past mistakes? [more inside]
posted by ichomp at 5:17 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by ichomp at 5:17 PM PST - 17 comments
Malted Milk Ball Recipe?
I'm on a quest for a malted milk ball recipe (like Whoppers / Maltesers) [more inside]
When did the Attorney General become a military title?
When did people start calling the Attorney General "General So-and-so". It's seems like it's both wrong and a fairly recent "innovation".
posted by empath at 3:51 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by empath at 3:51 PM PST - 7 comments
Know a good wordbook?
E.B. White and George Orwell both suggest that short, lively Saxon words are often better than long Latin ones. This rule has helped my own writing, but my thesaurus is still full of Greek and Latin. Is there a thesaurus that includes only Anglo-Saxon synonyms? Even better, is there one sortable by origin?
posted by ecmendenhall at 3:48 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by ecmendenhall at 3:48 PM PST - 3 comments
Buy low, sell high games with travel
Can anyone recommend games with buy-low, sell-high trading systems like the one present in GTA Chinatown Wars, a DS game? My boyfriend just picked it up and he's having a lot of fun with the drug economy part of the game. Could be on PC or nintendo DS. He's tried eve and didn't really like it, and there's no travel involved in playing the AH in WoW so those don't work, but you do get bonus points if you can suggest a multiplayer game of some sort.
posted by kavasa at 3:29 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by kavasa at 3:29 PM PST - 15 comments
Seeking guidance on reestablishing oneself on West Coast - on finding work, friends, community
How difficult is it to move from East coast to West coast and find comparable work in Federal Government? Is it hard to start fresh in the LA area knowing noone? What are the biggest challenges to consider and how to overcome? [more inside]
NSW wombat encounter?
I would like to meet a wombat in Newcastle or Sydney. How can I do this? I will pay money. [more inside]
posted by Philosopher Dirtbike at 3:19 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by Philosopher Dirtbike at 3:19 PM PST - 12 comments
Hungary for Adventure
Are there any opportunities for me in Budapest? [more inside]
Baby assvice. ALWAYS do this. NEVER do that.
What parenting advice/gospel did you choose NOT to follow? Why? Are you pleased with your choice? [more inside]
Ultrasound, why?
Question about follow-up mammogram and ultrasound. [more inside]
Sciatica - be gone!
What is your best advice for long term management of sciatica? What exercises can I do to minimize the possibility of recurrence? What movements or habits should I avoid? [more inside]
Just look nice please, photos
Red tape in London. Literally.
UK Art Supply filter: I'm an artist in New York, ordering supplies for a project that I will be doing in London next week. I'm trying to order online from UK-based websites as much as possible and have the supplies delivered to the work site, rather than shipping from the US. There are a few things that I'm having a hard time finding... particularly certain kinds of tape. [more inside]
posted by D.Billy at 1:45 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by D.Billy at 1:45 PM PST - 6 comments
What are your favorite feminist resources?
What are your favorite resources when arguing with someone who thinks feminism is "silly, stupid, and obsolete"? [more inside]
Can't not be friendzoned
(23-year-old straight male) After moving to a new city 2 1/2 years ago and suffering a series of setbacks which I've mostly rebounded from, I've found it impossible to make any progress at all with anyone of the opposite gender. I have my shit together, am well-liked by most despite having always been pretty socially awkward and anxious, and am thought of by my friends as smart, funny and charming, but I just can't get beyond the friendzone. What am I doing wrong? Special snowflake details inside. [more inside]
posted by denmarkstreet at 1:36 PM PST - 18 comments
posted by denmarkstreet at 1:36 PM PST - 18 comments
Salary Vs experience analysis
Need to do a simple analysis around pay and experience fairness.
Example:
Two project managers managing exactly same kind of projects and have similar performance levels:
PM 1 -> Pay $130,000 ; Experience 15 years;
PM2-> Pay $80,000 ; Experience 3 years;
I want a mathematical way of analyzing if the person getting paid $80,000 is being under payed.
Now I know there are industry standards and charts available. I want to do something that may not be perfect but gives a sense.
How much weight should be given to experience and can this be factored in mathematically?
Please dont get hung up on accuracy. I want a logical analysis method that does not need to be entirely accurate.
Also, where can I find industry charts comparing pay and experience
Do I need to report an accident to my insurance?
I got in a minor fender-bender and got a ticket - will my insurance company find out about it if I don't report it? [more inside]
posted by boognish at 12:56 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by boognish at 12:56 PM PST - 6 comments
Can this book tell me everything?
I'm trying to figure out the title of a book that describes one's personality, taking into account one's moon sign, rising sign, and Chinese zodiac sign. My boyfriend remembers this book from years ago... [more inside]
posted by Clotilde at 12:37 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by Clotilde at 12:37 PM PST - 4 comments
What's the Catch?
What is the difference in quality between Home Depot/Lowe's porcelain tile and that from a specialty tile store? [more inside]
What are you, little green thing?
Plant identification filter! What is this plant that's growing in my garden? Do I want it? [more inside]
Yet another font identification
Can anyone identify this font? From the documentary on Henry Darger, "In the Realms of the Unreal." [more inside]
posted by fray at 11:59 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by fray at 11:59 AM PST - 4 comments
I'm sofa-king clueless on furniture (hur hur hur)
Affordable furniture in Los Angeles? What should we even look for in terms of a (moderate) quality couch? [more inside]
posted by fillsthepews at 11:57 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by fillsthepews at 11:57 AM PST - 18 comments
Is he or ain't he?
Batman is a Superhero. I just know he is. But now I'm having an argument with a friend over whether he's technically a Superhero. Details of the argument within. [more inside]
posted by madred at 11:51 AM PST - 63 comments
posted by madred at 11:51 AM PST - 63 comments
Invade my privacy, please!
I am very new to Pinterest. The friend who got me into it said that when she first signed up, it went through her email contacts looking for people with a Pinterest account. But it never did that (or offered to) when I signed up, and I want it to. Is there some way I can make it do this? (I searched Pinterest's Help section but couldn't find anything.)
posted by DestinationUnknown at 11:32 AM PST - 9 comments
posted by DestinationUnknown at 11:32 AM PST - 9 comments
Eating in New Orleans?!?
New Orleans eats? A friend from Qatar (!) is traveling to Nawlins, would love some suggestions for places locals eat, mostly cajun and seafood--from cheap diners to spending a good bit of money. Thanks
Ottawa Wedding Venues
Best wedding venues in Ottawa? [more inside]
Jobless Twentysomething
Please help me plan my post grad life (aspiring designer). [more inside]
I wanna push packets around. Well, I will...
Please help a networking challenged individual with some iptables rules for my silly little LAN setup. [more inside]
posted by [@I][:+:][@I] at 11:00 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by [@I][:+:][@I] at 11:00 AM PST - 5 comments
Tree pit mitigation strategies?
Previous homeowners built concrete retaining walls around trees in the backyard, creating large tree pits. How do we fix this? [more inside]
posted by Maarika at 10:49 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Maarika at 10:49 AM PST - 8 comments
OK I give up. Someone please explain absolute and relative positioning to me in a way that an oak nightstand could easily understand.
OK I give up. Someone please explain absolute and relative positioning to me in a way that an oak nightstand could easily understand. [more inside]
posted by Senor Cardgage at 10:36 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Senor Cardgage at 10:36 AM PST - 8 comments
Options for remote medical second opinions..
Internet / phone based medical OB/GYN second opinions. Any decent options? Good idea/bad idea? [more inside]
Thorough dentist or hygenist cleaning in San Francisco Financial District or nearby?
Thorough dentist or hygienist in San Francisco, in or close to the Financial District? [more inside]
How to find a very short-term apartment rental (3 nights) in Philadelphia, for a family with 3 small children?
How to find a very short-term apartment rental (3 nights) in Philadelphia in early July, for a family with 3 small children? [more inside]
Western Union scam?
Payment with Western Union - is this a scam? [more inside]
How best to experience the Crescent City on St Pat's?
Yet another New Orleans travel question, with a twist: We're going to be in New Orleans on St. Patrick's Day, what should we expect? [more inside]
posted by 1f2frfbf at 8:30 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by 1f2frfbf at 8:30 AM PST - 8 comments
Animal breakdown?
I can't shake the feeling that I must hurt my pet, help? [more inside]
I don't even like small dogs.
After a long assault from my SO of horrible puppy pics of things with short legs, smashed faces, or freakishly long bodies, I agreed to this. Which is a 9 week old chihuahua. He joins these two as the four legged contigent of a family that also has two boy child types. So now I need to feed all of them. [more inside]
Help me make a bunch of fussy people happy
Looking for a relatively high-end San Francisco restaurant that can seat a party of 10 in a private or semi-private room next Tuesday night. [more inside]
How can I best support my in-laws given very different communication styles?
Looking for some advice as to how to handle an impending death in the family I married into and with whom I am very close. While I come from a family that talks about everything, my husband comes from a family that talks about most things, but not at all about health issues and death. I would like to be able to support them in the days and weeks ahead but I have no idea how to navigate within their framework. [more inside]
Work in China
What could I work in China, preferably Beijing? [more inside]
What questions should I ask at a panel discussion after a showing of "Inside Job"?
After showing the 2010 Academy Award-winning documentary Inside Job at a college, what questions would you ask a follow-on panel comprised of Occupy Wall Street activists, Ron Paul Republicans, economics/business professors, and business owners? [more inside]
posted by Roach at 7:49 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by Roach at 7:49 AM PST - 5 comments
Help me help my transgendered cousin in need
Please help me find resources and support for my transgendered, eating-disordered, underage cousin, whose family is somewhat unsupportive and doesn't know how to help. [more inside]
posted by rachaelfaith at 7:26 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by rachaelfaith at 7:26 AM PST - 14 comments
Most fun kid's toys for grownups
What games and toys for your kids do you as a parent enjoy playing with the most? I am not really looking for your kids' faves, but yours. [more inside]
What part of my computer do I need to upgrade for DX:HR?
I have Deus Ex: Human Revolution installed via Steam. It runs perfectly... at 800x600. Any higher and it gets choppy. I can run higher resolutions with the lighting effects turned off. Does that mean I can make it better with a new graphics card, with more shading units or whatever you call it? Or is my old-ass Athlon X2 CPU more to blame? [more inside]
posted by LogicalDash at 6:51 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by LogicalDash at 6:51 AM PST - 8 comments
How do I end (or seriously curtail) a friendship with a coworker?
How do I end (or seriously curtail) a friendship with a coworker? [more inside]
Can he really eat nothing but boiled bones?
Can vegetarian "gelatine" be eaten before a colonoscopy? [more inside]
posted by Perodicticus potto at 2:43 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by Perodicticus potto at 2:43 AM PST - 8 comments
konichi wa?
Japanesefilter: I will be working with Japanese business clients in Europe and would like to learn a few phrases and their etiquette! [more inside]
What do I ask a person who's job it will be to tell me what to do?
I have the chance to interview people who are likely to be my manager. What should I ask? [more inside]
Safest path to haul a trailer through the Rockies?
Looking for advice crossing the Rockies. [more inside]
When you hear designer!name, what iconic product comes to mind?
When you hear designer!name, what iconic product comes to mind? [more inside]
posted by Chorus at 1:17 AM PST - 24 comments
posted by Chorus at 1:17 AM PST - 24 comments
March 2
Translate this word/concept in your other language(s)
I need a succinct translation for "advocate" or similar term in as many languages as possible . [more inside]
how to trust?
why do people say to you "you can tell me anything" when they don't really mean it? [more inside]
posted by timsneezed at 10:31 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by timsneezed at 10:31 PM PST - 20 comments
How to bail on plans made with a new acquaintance who has my real number?
So I got picked up while visiting a friend in a different city, and I made myself seem available but I have a boyfriend and have a lot of other things on my plate. How do I get out of following up? [more inside]
posted by maykasahara at 9:57 PM PST - 15 comments
posted by maykasahara at 9:57 PM PST - 15 comments
bacterium blast
New to NCIB and BLAST. Looking for help finding homologous regions of a bacterium plasmid across several sequences. [more inside]
What is the best stock trading (broker) pletform?
What is the best platform for trading stocks and receiving alerts? I am using Thinkorswim right now and dissatisfied. [more inside]
Vacation disappeared from my pay slip, and I want it back
More than a week's vacation has disappeared from my pay statement, yet I've taken no vacation. HR claim a clerical error, but the pay statement hasn't been amended and is still available from our online system. How — if at all — do I get these vacation days back? [more inside]
Return to sender, address unknown. No such number, no such zone.
I want to receive letters at my personal residence that are addressed to an art project of mine, and will not have my name on them. Will these letters be delivered, or do I need to take extra steps to ensure they won't get returned to the original senders? [more inside]
CAn I leave my old phone on while waiting for the new one to be activated?
Does my old phone need to be turned off while I wait for my new phone to be activated? [more inside]
posted by buggzzee23 at 6:36 PM PST - 7 comments
posted by buggzzee23 at 6:36 PM PST - 7 comments
Tips for controlling anxiety
I’ve recently realised that I have a problem with anxiety, and want to develop a “bag of tricks” to help control it. What are your behavioural strategies for controlling anxiety? [more inside]
I have run out of business as I'm about to fly to SxSw? How can I cleverly share my contact info?
Just realized that I have run out of business cards, and I am speaking at SXSW in a week. What clever, amusing, geeky solutions for sharing my contact information are out there? [more inside]
Sovereign Immunity?
Why isn't this a case of sovereign immunity? [more inside]
posted by Chocolate Pickle at 6:14 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by Chocolate Pickle at 6:14 PM PST - 2 comments
Weren't we trying to escape the need for keyboard shortcuts in the first place with this thing?
Is there an iPad keyboard dock shortcut to send messages in iMessage, instead of tapping the on-screen "send" button?
posted by DoctorFedora at 6:07 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by DoctorFedora at 6:07 PM PST - 2 comments
We spent all our money on the wedding. Now we need cheap flights.
Do any travel agents or seasoned international frequent flyers know when the price sweet spot is to book a cheap flight from Brisbane Australia to Los Angeles? [more inside]
posted by dinoworx at 5:35 PM PST - 6 comments
posted by dinoworx at 5:35 PM PST - 6 comments
How to act around a one night stand I failed at turning into a fwb and can I still turn this around?
Sorry in advance for the length. We are in our 20's and I am 4 years older than him. I just got out a ltr and he has never been in one. We met in school, flirted and emailed almost daily. I was playing it cool and he seemed to be warming up to me but once break came around he cooled off. For a month I found myself chasing him - initiating all contact and eventually he said he wasn't looking for anything serious. That was ok with me! I proposed going to see him and he said he was "game". We slept together and I was pleased... twice (very considerate lover). I think he might've wanted a bj but he didn't specifically ask for one - and I thought I'd save that for the next time. [more inside]
Romantic gestures and suggestions
Get yer cheap can recs on
Audio filter: My beloved Sennheiser HD 202 desk headphones died last weekend. What should I replace them with? [more inside]
Help me not re-enact Top Gear in Japan
Help! I'm going to Japan (well, hopefully). What do I need to know? [more inside]
Diagnostics for internet connection
Help me to remember a website that has an excellent internet connection/protocol tester. [more inside]
posted by aloiv2 at 4:16 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by aloiv2 at 4:16 PM PST - 5 comments
Roommates dog craps in my room - roommate doesn't care.
How can I convince my roommate to put her dog away when she leaves, especially when it isn't potty trained and craps everywhere? [more inside]
Harassed-- person will not accept any kind of response.
What can you do in this situation? I'm tired of getting harassed and tired of seeing my boyfriend get harassed. Can I file a no-contact order? Details inside. [more inside]
The historical basis of a Heinlein novel?
Does anyone know any details about the real-life event in naval history that Robert Heinlein's Starman Jones is based on? [more inside]
Is there any good and free CD cataloging software?
Is there any good and free CD cataloging software? [more inside]
hiking without backpack?
Can I get away with hiking without backpack? I'm going on a trip soon, and there might be hiking involved. But, I also want to pack superlight, and don't really want to bring my hiking pack (it's a 30L pack, so it does take up some space). I've tried stowaway backpacks before but they are rarely comfortable. If I'm just bringing water, a clif bar, and my ID, do I really need a backpack? can I get away with a canvas tote? [more inside]
Need help finding info on Army training accident
Army training accident referred to by Bear Grylls [more inside]
posted by iz0rz at 2:36 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by iz0rz at 2:36 PM PST - 20 comments
Don't Slam the Fucking Door??
Help me identify the sound clip in this song by Zedd?? [more inside]
posted by thankyouforyourconsideration at 2:32 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by thankyouforyourconsideration at 2:32 PM PST - 2 comments
How do I not kill my future patients?
I'm learning how to do dosage calculations in class - I'm terrible at math/dimensional analysis, and I am afraid I am going to overdose/underdose/kill all of my future patients! How do I quell my panic and embrace this aspect of my job? Advice from animal and human nurses especially appreciated. [more inside]
posted by OsoMeaty at 2:17 PM PST - 12 comments
posted by OsoMeaty at 2:17 PM PST - 12 comments
does this ice axe murderer ring any bells?
Who was the good-selling (maybe even best-selling) mystery or police procedural novelist whose protagonist always ate dinner standing over his kitchen sink? [more inside]
posted by bukvich at 1:38 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by bukvich at 1:38 PM PST - 5 comments
How to stop being a grump?
How to control irritation at work? [more inside]
How do I secure my moped so it's accessible AND theft-proof?
I have a moped I would like to use on a regular basis to commute to and from school. My issue is storage. Right now it is stored inside in the back of my (first floor) apartment and it is difficult to lug outside and back in. Ideally I'd put it outside, but I live in an area where I'm extremely concerned about the possibility of it being stolen. What to do? [more inside]
script for dealing with rude comments about weight?
I need a verbal and behavioral script to work from. I've experienced some recent weight gain. A relative will soon be visiting our home. Based on past experiences, I expect that he will comment on, judge, and offer advice about my weight. Please help me out. [more inside]
Help me navigate a debt collection nightmare.
Hive mind, help me navigate a debt collection nightmare. Details inside. [more inside]
Brooklyn lush seeks cheap drinks
Brooklyn girl likes drinking but is cheap. What are the best brunch deals in the borough, preferably with a free drink? What are your favorite happy hours? What are the best iPhone apps or websites that list happy hours and/or drink specials? All borough-wide recommendations appreciated, though anything located in Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Prospect Heights and DUMBO are most desired. [more inside]
posted by zoomorphic at 12:51 PM PST - 10 comments
posted by zoomorphic at 12:51 PM PST - 10 comments
Pining away
Please help me deal with my fear of the giant pine tree out front falling on our apartment. [more inside]
The ballad of what's-her-name and what's-his-name
Singer/album identification: Young female singer who collaborated with an older male arranger/composer. [more inside]
posted by waterlily at 12:19 PM PST - 2 comments
posted by waterlily at 12:19 PM PST - 2 comments
If you're craving chocolate, just drink some angel tears!
I've seen several variations of this chart circulating (mostly through yoga moms on Pinterest). I'd like a more scientific explanation of nutritional deficiencies versus cravings. [more inside]
Visiting Bonito, Matto Grosso do Sol, Brazil
Can anyone share their experience of visiting Bonito, Matto Grosso do Sol, Brazil? [more inside]
To Be Nowhere
I am stuck between philosophies. Specifically long-held ideas about being "in the world but not of the world" and more recently encountered ideas that suggest behaving with distance to earthly things - these are related to the problem put forth in the movie "Equilibrium". [more inside]
posted by cashman at 11:57 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by cashman at 11:57 AM PST - 10 comments
What can I do about privatisation and cuts in the UK, other than protest?
I'm very angry about what's happening in the UK right now, including-but-not-limited-to: the unnecessarily savage and unequal budget cuts, the privatisation of our education, health and police systems, the scapegoating of vulnerable groups and the dishonesty and cynicism of the Conservative and Liberal Democrat politicians involved. Other than protesting, what active, concrete action can I take to fight or correct these wrongs? [more inside]
posted by Kirn at 11:52 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by Kirn at 11:52 AM PST - 17 comments
Where can I buy bulk quantities of high-quality body soap online?
Where can I buy bulk quantities of high-quality body soap online? [more inside]
posted by GlassHeart at 11:45 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by GlassHeart at 11:45 AM PST - 10 comments
Worst. Kitchen. Ever.
Help me maximize use of available space and compensate for the ghastly layout in my terrible horrible no good very bad kitchen. [more inside]
posted by elizardbits at 11:40 AM PST - 49 comments
posted by elizardbits at 11:40 AM PST - 49 comments
Photo of tree growing through Citroën?
Recent photography post featuring a huge tree growing through an old Citroën? [more inside]
posted by Tom-B at 11:27 AM PST - 4 comments
posted by Tom-B at 11:27 AM PST - 4 comments
20th Anniversary and Walt Disney World
Preparing and planning for 20th Wedding Anniversary in Walt Disney World, recommendations? [more inside]
We would like to purchase a shikibuton (folding foam bed) somewhere in eastern Massachusetts this weekend.
We would like to purchase a shikibuton (folding foam bed) somewhere in eastern Massachusetts this weekend. [more inside]
How to prevent possible identity theft?
I might have foolishly entered sensitive info in a place I shouldn't. What can I do to minimize possible damage? [more inside]
Dog breed suggestions
Who wears short shorts?
Where online can I purchase cute (colorful, retro-ish with piping) cotton gym shorts a la American Apparel not actually from American Apparel? [more inside]
Why do you torment me so?
Is there some killer feature of MySQL that explains its wide use relative to PostgreSQL? [more inside]
What's the best portable DVD player for a technophobe with bad eyesight and arthritis?
My dad has been saying he wants a portable DVD player because my mother and sister "watch HGTV incessantly and he never gets a chance to watch the kind of things he likes to watch". Dad has a hard time learning how to use technical equipment (he has yet to learn to operate their DVD player) so simple mechanisms are desired, his eyesight isn't that good anymore, and he has a fairly severe case of rheumatoid arthritis so he'll need something that doesn't have tiny or hard-to-maneuver switches and buttons. Also I'd like something budget friendly (i.e., under $200). What do you recommend, movie lovers of MeFi?
How do I stop acting like an ACOA?
I'm an adult child of alcoholics, and I've just recently come to realize I actually do exhibit many of the classic behaviors of one. Now that I have that figured out, how do I retrain myself to NOT do those things? [more inside]
posted by thrasher at 10:41 AM PST - 44 comments
posted by thrasher at 10:41 AM PST - 44 comments
What is this awesome Chinese fish soup?
What was this awesome Chinese fish soup I used to get in NYC? BONUS QUESTION : where can I find it in the Bay area? [more inside]
posted by Afroblanco at 10:33 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by Afroblanco at 10:33 AM PST - 6 comments
Photoshop elements freezes when printing
When I try to print from Photoshop Elements (and also the windows explorer page), the print screen freezes. Usually, it comes around in about five minutes or so, but does this every time I try to change a setting. I'm using Windows 7, 32 bit and I've tried turning my firewall off -- any other suggestions?
We didn't know it would be this bad. Really.
My husband had surgery recently and we are struggling with his home care. Please share your post-surgical pain management and caregiver experiences. [more inside]
How to get baby to sleep better?
Question about getting a 4-month-old to nap and sleep better at night. [more inside]
posted by barney_sap at 9:38 AM PST - 34 comments
posted by barney_sap at 9:38 AM PST - 34 comments
I'm looking for this prairie flower...
In the book I'm translating, the author lists a number of wildflowers. I need to find the botanic name of one of them, but he (or his agent) doesn't reply to my questions. Here's hoping AskMe can help. [more inside]
Gettin inkd
Best way to find the right font for tattoos and general tattoo questions [more inside]
What is a good / lucky amount of money to give at a Chinese wedding?
I am attending a wedding reception for two casual friends on Saturday. They are both Taiwanese (well Taiwanese but ethnically Chinese if that makes a difference) and I wondered what is a suitable amount of money to give? [more inside]
posted by Julnyes at 9:21 AM PST - 19 comments
posted by Julnyes at 9:21 AM PST - 19 comments
NOT in the navy, just trying something new
What-to-wear-with-it-Filter: Navy blue trousers. I (mid-20s male with an obvious tendency towards beanplating) just decided to shift work wardrobe into a higher gear (business casual!), and bought two fantastic pairs of washed cotton chinos. One pair is navy blue. Never worn navy blue before. Help me pair it with my existing wardrobe without looking like an off-duty sailor or Connecticotian on vacation (sorry, Connecticotians). [more inside]
Implications of "dysthymia" diagnosis?
I had an introductory meeting with a therapist to seek some help regarding gender identity issues, and on his bill, in addition to the DSM code for gender dysphoria, he has diagnosed me with 300.4, "dysthymic disorder". What implications are there if I submit this bill to my insurance provider? [more inside]
Car is wrecked, am I SOL?
My car is wrecked. What should I do? My car was damaged in a complex situation. I was at work and my car was parked in my employer's parking lot. A car driven by an impaired driver hit our neighbor's car which was spun into my car. [more inside]
posted by a humble nudibranch at 8:53 AM PST - 25 comments
posted by a humble nudibranch at 8:53 AM PST - 25 comments
Enable my anal retentive side
I would like to schedule every day from now until the end of my semester. I would like that schedule to work as a checklist, where every item I need to complete, even regularly recurring ones such as attending class and making dinner, are checklist items I can check off.
I have a laptop but not a smartphone. [more inside]
Suggestions for hiking in Europe early May?
A hiking trip for two fit late-20s males in Europe in the first week of May: where do we go? [more inside]
Help me get my little brother into Dialectical Behavioural Therapy.
Help me get my little brother into Dialectical Behavioural Therapy. Or into anything. [more inside]
Engagement Ring Settings
Where to buy an engagement ring setting (only) in Scottsdale, Arizona? [more inside]
How to make knitted acrylic soft enough for newborn skin?
Is it possible to make baby clothes knitted out of cheap, acrylic yarn softer? Should I even bother? [more inside]
posted by brambory at 8:32 AM PST - 7 comments
posted by brambory at 8:32 AM PST - 7 comments
Figuring out deductions from upcoming paycheck
I am starting a new job in the state of Virginia next month. How can I calculate how much I will be bringing home after taxes, social security, medicare, health benefits, retirement, etc? [more inside]
posted by little_c at 8:27 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by little_c at 8:27 AM PST - 3 comments
What's that flash game?
Help my wife and I remember this (likely flash) game. Blue backgrounds progressively transitioning to black, horizontal scrolling and snowfall may have been involved. [more inside]
posted by michaelh at 8:26 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by michaelh at 8:26 AM PST - 11 comments
Gender pay disparity in the tech sector?
Looking for current sources about the pay disparity between men and women in the tech world - but specifically overall numbers including everyone from content producers to programmers. [more inside]
BCP at any old time, or...
[BCP filter] Taking the pill at different times each day: how risky am I being? [more inside]
posted by DoubleLune at 8:24 AM PST - 26 comments
posted by DoubleLune at 8:24 AM PST - 26 comments
Wordpress getting hacked, need more security
I love wordpress but I am finding that it seems to be very unsecure when it comes to viruses and hacking. What do other Wordpress users do to keep their sites secure and safe? [more inside]
posted by hellodonna at 8:17 AM PST - 14 comments
posted by hellodonna at 8:17 AM PST - 14 comments
Using my frozen claw to type this post
People with cold hands: how do you keep warm indoors? Fingerless gloves? Any recommendations? [more inside]
What color thread should I use for quilting?
What color thread should I use to quilt this quilt? [more inside]
posted by DMelanogaster at 8:11 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by DMelanogaster at 8:11 AM PST - 16 comments
Numb feet in spin class
Anyone else have a history of numb feet while working out (mainly elliptical or stationary bike--not running or walking) and figure out what it was? [more inside]
Sod off.
Does this email contain something malicious? [more inside]
Boring to 8-bit
How can I take an image in Illustrator and turn it into an 8-bit-looking image? [more inside]
posted by bamassippi at 7:38 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by bamassippi at 7:38 AM PST - 5 comments
Good restaurants in Strasbourg?
Help me find great restaurants in Strasbourg! Traveling to Strasbourg, France, with some foodie friends and looking for good recommendations. Budget is flexible. Thanks!
posted by walla at 7:38 AM PST - 5 comments
posted by walla at 7:38 AM PST - 5 comments
Another Burma Visa Question
Have any lawyers applied for a tourist visa to Burma/Myanmar recently? [more inside]
So excited for the food and the lake...
Make it feel like home.
artfilter: Can you suggest specific prints and posters? [more inside]
KC BBQ ME
Kansas City Eats: Where are your favorite places to eat in the greater KC, MO area? I'd especially love to hear about some hole-in-the-wall BBQ places. [more inside]
posted by sararah at 7:01 AM PST - 21 comments
posted by sararah at 7:01 AM PST - 21 comments
Help me bring back my sparkle!
When have you been told ... "hey, are you doing something different? You look great!" [more inside]
Have you been to Burma?
One of my best friends in the world is going to Burma as a journalist to cover the ongoing civil strife there. Tips? [more inside]
Stores selling used football gear in Chicago?
Stores selling used football gear in Chicago? [more inside]
Eating out in Lisbon
Can you recommend any good restaurants in Lisbon, including both the local cuisine or any other world cuisine?
Best Way To Organize Podcasts Through iTunes?
Help me organize podcasts through iTunes... [more inside]
posted by dbirchum at 4:23 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by dbirchum at 4:23 AM PST - 16 comments
Help with my EVO
How do I delete apps from my HTC EVO? [more inside]
Step away from the irises, methhead. They don't have any copper in them.
What are your best creative ways to deter flower thieves? [more inside]
posted by bloggerwench at 12:11 AM PST - 45 comments
posted by bloggerwench at 12:11 AM PST - 45 comments
March 1
I know what to wear to the theater.....
I'm going to a burlesque show tomorrow night. Help me figure out what to wear. [more inside]
I need more!
Good ski resorts for intermediate/beginner near NYC? [more inside]
What piano music should I play next?
Shelter porn: it's not working for me any more.
Building nerds, can you help?
I am finally biting the bullet and leaving interior design for a new life in architecture school. In preparation for my big step up, I'm keen to source databases and architecture websites that include plans, sections, elevations, site plans, 3D renderings, drawings etc of their featured buildings. [more inside]
What is this movie?
I'm trying to find the title of a bad pseudo-slasher movie. [more inside]
posted by Ickster at 8:29 PM PST - 3 comments
posted by Ickster at 8:29 PM PST - 3 comments
So many places, so little time
Expat-Filter: Help me choose where to live next! [more inside]
posted by photo guy at 8:03 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by photo guy at 8:03 PM PST - 21 comments
Maps to license
Where can I find maps to license for print media? [more inside]
posted by Muirwylde at 7:37 PM PST - 8 comments
posted by Muirwylde at 7:37 PM PST - 8 comments
Put my sewing machine through its paces!
I'm a relatively new sewer and just got my first good sewing machine. It's a Brother CS6000i. Before I get started on the various projects that I've been waiting to do since my old machine broke, I want to get to know the machine well. I've read the manual. Now, what should I do to put it through its paces? Give me your idea of an afternoon of sewing machine boot camp.
What is the name of this blasted book?
Time is running out!
Plug-in appliance timer filter: Does a one-minute timer exist? [more inside]
posted by Ms. Toad at 6:32 PM PST - 5 comments
posted by Ms. Toad at 6:32 PM PST - 5 comments
Applied Feminism 101
This political campaign season has brought it to my attention that sexism is alive and well in America. Instead of sitting around with my blood boiling, what can I do? [more inside]
posted by ootandaboot at 6:23 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by ootandaboot at 6:23 PM PST - 17 comments
Can I switch to these contact lenses?
I'm interested in Acuvue Oasys for Presbyopia contacts after hearing good things about them. I currently wear Air Optix Night & Day and have worn Focus Dailies in the past. The question is: I noticed that the base curve and diameter for the Oasys lenses are different than the base curve/diameter I currently wear. Oasys: 8.4 / 14.3 vs. Air Optix 8.4 /13.8. I don't want to pay for an eye exam if I couldn't wear these lenses, and I really want THESE lenses. So can I wear them? [more inside]
How many ways can I explain this to you?
What is the purpose of an academic library? [more inside]
Good platformer games for young kids?
Good flash platformers for young kids (5-6?) [more inside]
Help me save my jeans!
I have dried-in bloodstains in my white jeans that are still there after laundering. Is there anything I can do to get rid of them? [more inside]
posted by jlibera at 5:35 PM PST - 24 comments
posted by jlibera at 5:35 PM PST - 24 comments
Song about learning stride piano?
Name-that-song-about-stride/boogie-piano Filter. Heard on the radio a few weeks ago (Radio 2, UK, Sunday night in late January), the tail end of a song on a jazz show. Lady stride pianist, seriously good, but with a different lady singing/talking a quite funny song about learning to play stride piano. Judy Carmichael? Not on her discography. Stephanie Trick? Likewise. Help?
posted by cromagnon at 5:14 PM PST - 4 comments
posted by cromagnon at 5:14 PM PST - 4 comments
How do I cook healthy food for one?
What are your favorite low-prep, simple, low-carb, healthy meals for one? [more inside]
posted by Night_owl at 5:07 PM PST - 37 comments
posted by Night_owl at 5:07 PM PST - 37 comments
Information wants to be free
A question about software that turns Wordpress into a paid-membership-only platform. [more inside]
Help me put this food-puzzle together.
I'm temporarily eating a very limited diet. Can you help me come up with meals? [more inside]
posted by mchorn at 4:43 PM PST - 20 comments
posted by mchorn at 4:43 PM PST - 20 comments
Primary residence NH MA
I am currently living with my parents in NH.I just moved here from NJ. My job will be in MA. I just bought a car in NH and will be registering it here tomorrow. I plan to eventually (less than 6 months in the future, this question might come up) rent a place near Boston in order to be closer to work on days I might have to work late and to be able to socialize and party in a more urban area without driving sometimes on weekends or weekdays.
It seems that if I make this future dwelling my primary residence, in MA, I will have to pay a bunch of money on car sales tax and registration conversion.
I will be spending a few days (3 maybe) a week at my parents place anyway. Is there any legal way to keep this address in NH as my primary residence, while being able to also rent a place in Somerville or Cambridge and park there? [more inside]
Not so much air travel as air waiting.
How (im)practical of a travel method would it be to go up, hang out, and wait for the Earth's rotation to align with where you want to be? [more inside]
posted by curious nu at 4:11 PM PST - 21 comments
posted by curious nu at 4:11 PM PST - 21 comments
BoA don't understand US Savings Bonds
BoA/US savings bond interest problem, need to know how to solve this. [more inside]
The cat still sets off the Geiger Counter
My cat Victoria just returned home from a week at Cornell's veterinary hospital, where she was given radioactive iodine treatment for hyperthyroidism. Fellow mefites whose cats have gone this route: how have you dealt with the subsequent weeks in a multicat household? Advice, it is conflicting. [more inside]
Counting the Elderly
"Fewer persons alive at 70 today survive until 90 than forty years ago." True or False? [more inside]
posted by jrb223 at 3:33 PM PST - 14 comments
posted by jrb223 at 3:33 PM PST - 14 comments
What are some songs about pets or animals that aren't obviously about pets or animals?
What are some songs about pets or animals that aren't obviously about pets or animals? Any era or genre will do. [more inside]
I Need a Good Way to Get Buzzed
Apt Buzzer Hack - can I change my apartment buzzer to call my cell phone instead of buzzing an integrated intercom system? [more inside]
That's not a blue moon; pull over...
Can anyone point me to actual data on how often motorists receive traffic tickets? I'm looking for where the top of the bell curve is, so to speak - obviously, individuals vary widely, which is kind of the point of my question - how often does the "median" driver receive traffic tickets? [more inside]
Time for Gmail Upgrade?
Google Apps Upgrade Question: I use free version of gmail for my personal domain and because it pulls my personal and work emails I have reached the 7GB limit. I find the ability of searching all my emails in one place on web very useful (as oppose to installing desktop clients on all the different computers I work on). [more inside]
Help identify the origins of this neon sign!
5-10 years ago (possibly longer?) this neon "O" sign was found in a dumpster in St. Louis. Where did it come from and/or what company/business/product does it represent? [more inside]
posted by ariela at 1:59 PM PST - 17 comments
posted by ariela at 1:59 PM PST - 17 comments
Better Living Through Queries
Help me help myself- Please recommend books or websites that will help me to better understand SQL. [more inside]
posted by bluejayway at 1:54 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by bluejayway at 1:54 PM PST - 11 comments
Does Buying a Nice Toilet Make Sense when Remodeling Will Occur In The Future?
We desperately need a new toilet to replace our gross one. Your advice appreciated about some logistics. [more inside]
Alternatives to ironing
Are clothes steamers a useful alternative to ironing? [more inside]
Afterhours consulting for former employer?
I just put in my 2 weeks notice to my current employer. I am their IT department. Should I offer after-hours consulting? What would that really even entail? [more inside]
Help me build a little league murder's row!
Need suggestions for improving hitting skills for 9-10 year old little leaguers. [more inside]
Give me your favorite vegetable seeds!
What varieties of vegetables should I plant in my tiny front yard garden in DC? I have a bunch of seed catalogues, but the 10+ pages of tomato varieties are overwhelming! What are your favorite varieties of tomato, cucumber, beans, etc. to grow? [more inside]
posted by foodmapper at 12:34 PM PST - 34 comments
posted by foodmapper at 12:34 PM PST - 34 comments
Vacuum shopping with a few requirements
Can anyone suggest a vacuum cleaner that has a washable HEPA filter, doesn't vent out the front, isn't heavy, is reasonably priced, and has a button to turn off the brush? [more inside]
posted by wenestvedt at 12:32 PM PST - 11 comments
posted by wenestvedt at 12:32 PM PST - 11 comments
What to read to understand the city of Washington DC?
DC-area-history-filter! I'm about to move back to the US, where I will be either in DC or North Virginia (working in Ashburn, specifically). I like having a sense of the history that contributed to the physical environment around me. Why is this town here, who built what building, why, and what does the allegory in the decoration mean. Things like that. What books, articles, or whatever should I read to understand these qualities about my upcoming home?
posted by Schismatic at 12:26 PM PST - 16 comments
posted by Schismatic at 12:26 PM PST - 16 comments
If you have to ask, you probably can't afford it.
Have any of you actually purchased "Price upon request" clothing or jewelry? What did that entail? [more inside]
posted by Grlnxtdr at 12:26 PM PST - 9 comments
posted by Grlnxtdr at 12:26 PM PST - 9 comments
I suppose Apparating is out of the question?
Connection-filter: Is an 80-minute window enough for me to get from Paris CDG to Gare du Nord? [more inside]
Seeking Info on a Simple But Complicated Process
What are some good resources, forums, practical information, and general discussion about pursuing artificial insemination? [more inside]
Looking For Some Kin of Coltrane's "Bessie's Blues"
Looking for tunes in the realm of Coltrane's "Bessie's Blues" [more inside]
No skiing for you! :(
My husband and I are headed to Salt Lake City next week for a ski vacation—except that he just tore his Achilles tendon. Needless to say, him skiing is now out of the question. Please help cheer him up with recommendations for interesting drives, day trips from SLC, anywhere cool that he can sit and read or people-watch, and awesome places to eat. [more inside]
Mac question: Move forward? Stay pat? Start over?
Can you help me make this decision about my Mac setup? Go forward? Stay pat? Start over? [more inside]
posted by lpsguy at 11:37 AM PST - 17 comments
posted by lpsguy at 11:37 AM PST - 17 comments
Quick and easy task management software.
Task management: help me find just the right iPhone/web app, please. To get you started, I love Taskpaper, but... [more inside]
posted by 2or3whiskeysodas at 11:14 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by 2or3whiskeysodas at 11:14 AM PST - 11 comments
Changing teams from Android to Apple; will iTunes think we're cheating?
Two iPhones, one iTunes account? Match made in hell? [more inside]
posted by tr33hggr at 11:06 AM PST - 11 comments
posted by tr33hggr at 11:06 AM PST - 11 comments
Did you have a dog or know a dog that went through heartworm treatment? What was it like?
Did you have a dog or know a dog that went through heartworm treatment? What was it like? [more inside]
How do I get the old Google search results back?
So, it would appear that Google have changed their search algorithms. Using search queries that would have previously returned hundreds of results I am getting a handful of results which are mostly irrelevant / gibberish. Any ideas how I can go back to the "old" Google? Thanks!
How can I include a roster of humans in my Wordpress blog?
Need help with Wordpress- is there a plugin or other solution that will support the display of photos and brief (paragraph) bios of people in a neat and orderly fashion? [more inside]
What to do with a sandy digital camera?
People who know about cameras, or who have had this experience - what should you do with a digital camera that gets sand in it? [more inside]
Need help with a podcast
Exploring offer for a podcasting gig with a music label, but I have no agent - how do I proceed? [more inside]
Help me help them understand.
I'm looking for an experience to help a small group of college students understand what it's like to have an eating disorder. [more inside]
How much does living in Antwerp cost?
30 year old UK resident considering studying for an English language Masters degree in Antwerp. How much does it cost to live in Antwerp? I'd like to get an idea of how much money I should save up. [more inside]
posted by sarahdal at 9:34 AM PST - 8 comments
posted by sarahdal at 9:34 AM PST - 8 comments
Mountains of notes...
Calling all academics and graduate students: Tell me about your workflow for turning a piles of notes and ideas into something that resembles a thesis or research arcticle! [more inside]
Can you help me create funny and encouraging signs for people about to take a major test?
Most of my cohort begins taking their written exams next week, and I'd like to give them a bit of encouragement. Can you help me come up with some silly and encouraging signs to post on the door of the testing room that will give them a smile before they walk in? [more inside]
Wordpress admin interface lost its style
Suddenly, and for no obvious reason, my Wordpress installation seems to have lost its style sheets for all of the admin interface. The blog is fine, by the way. What the heck do I do to fix it? [more inside]
posted by tommasz at 9:17 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by tommasz at 9:17 AM PST - 10 comments
What would happen if you crushed a car to the size of a baseball?
Superhero Physics: If you telekinetically/magically crushed an automobile to the size of a baseball, what would happen exactly? [more inside]
Help me re-find an almond butter affecionado's blog!
Help my google foo is failing me! I recall coming across a blog about a year ago. The writer was cooking all kinds of things using almond butter.
I believe that was the entire focus of the blog: almond butter. I don't recall it being linked to any of the recipe sites or to any almond butter maker. I had the impression she just loves almond butter. But, I cannot find it again. Does anyone else recall a blog like this?
posted by Librarygeek at 9:02 AM PST - 3 comments
posted by Librarygeek at 9:02 AM PST - 3 comments
Books on technologies' effects on education?
Know of any books that look at the effects of technology on the delivery of education? [more inside]
Please recommend a book that examines the global potential of a United States of Europe
I'm looking for a book that examines the global potential of a United States of Europe in terms of economic prosperity, military power and political influence. I’m not interested in the likelihood of a US of Europe being created, but how well an integrated federation of European States could compete with the USA and the upcoming BRICS on the world stage. I hope it would also look at the threats to Europe if it remains fragmented.
Videogame soundtracks to program to?
Videogame soundtracks to listen to while I'm programming? [more inside]
posted by zeek321 at 8:27 AM PST - 31 comments
posted by zeek321 at 8:27 AM PST - 31 comments
How can I get back into SEM volunteer work?
Where would I look for charitable volunteer SEM opportunities? [more inside]
Point Me to Good Histories of Ancient India
I need recommendations for histories of ancient India, with particular emphasis on the role/influence of the Hellenic states, development of Buddhism, what might have happened to the Indo-Greeks in the longer term, etc.
Also, it would be interesting to read about Alexander's invasion and its aftermath from the Indian viewpoint, i.e, by Indian scholars using Indian sources.
Ball support.
I'm very serious about athletic support, so help me find the perfect male athletic undergarment. Descriptions of the movements and hazards of male genitalia within. [more inside]
posted by cmoj at 7:56 AM PST - 10 comments
posted by cmoj at 7:56 AM PST - 10 comments
The New Workout PLan
Looking for gym advice when it comes to lower reps/heavier weight vs high reps/lighter weight. [more inside]
Change: Impact Assessment
Why does change in those around me- even healthy enlightening growth - prove to be so unsettling? [more inside]
posted by TestamentToGrace at 7:50 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by TestamentToGrace at 7:50 AM PST - 20 comments
$65.70/yr is a lot for a domain you never use.
Registering a domain with my name: how many variations on my name should I register? [more inside]
posted by Tehhund at 7:47 AM PST - 16 comments
posted by Tehhund at 7:47 AM PST - 16 comments
Eats in Boston
Looking for a place in the North End of Boston to bring Mrs. Raybun for lunch.
Realistic Jobs In Movies?
What are some movies that portray a career or job or professional really well and accurately? Movies that made you sit up and go " Yep that's what being a lawyer/doctor/actor/food additive executive" is like.
Mystery European City in a dream?
European Dream Filter! I have had dreams about an unspecified city, walking uphill in a street too narrow for cars, with tall multi-use buildings on either side of me; possibly even an implied feeling of cobblestones. No signage in my dream giving me any clues as to what country this might be. Did I see this in a movie? No idea. But these dreams have instilled a desire to find a place which feels like this...suggested travel instructions?
Things to see in California?
Places not to miss roughly between San Francisco and Vegas? [more inside]
Can DNA tests tell how many chickens find their way into one McNugget?
Could DNA testing theoretically be employed to determine how many distinct chickens found their way into one Chicken McNugget? [more inside]
posted by duffell at 6:27 AM PST - 18 comments
posted by duffell at 6:27 AM PST - 18 comments
Asus/Linksys/Buffalo/Netgear...which one is most awesome?
Searching for router suggestions. Must support DD-WRT/TomatoUSB, list of requirements within. [more inside]
How to secure a United Nations internship in Africa
I am looking for an internship with the United Nations, or a UN agency (UNDP, UNAIDS, UNESCO, UNICEF etc) in sub-Saharan Africa for a period of 10-20 weeks from September 2012. I have tried emailing application forms to country offices, with my CV and cover letter, but no luck with responses. Any tips or tricks or other help that you can provide? Thanks! [more inside]
Demitasse cups with coast live oak images
I am looking for demitasse cups with an image of a coast live oak--full tree, leaves, or acorns would all be fine, either stylized or realistic. Failing that, other awesome demitasse/Turkish coffee/espresso cups? [more inside]
Looking for a therapist in London.
UK therapy filter. Unhappy, looking for someone to talk to in London. Details within. [more inside]
posted by fight or flight at 4:06 AM PST - 6 comments
posted by fight or flight at 4:06 AM PST - 6 comments
Douchi!
Tell me everything you know about cooking with douchi! [more inside]
posted by nadawi at 2:06 AM PST - 12 comments
posted by nadawi at 2:06 AM PST - 12 comments
Say No To Bulls**t!
Why do I find propaganda so creepy? [more inside]
Help my partner and I sync up!
How can my partner and I share a calendar - with iPhone, Android, and Outlook Exchange accounts on separate secure networks? [more inside]
How to sort out assistantships for doctoral programs?
Should I be worried about a teaching assistantship in my Ph.D. studies? [more inside]
posted by softriver at 1:50 AM PST - 20 comments
posted by softriver at 1:50 AM PST - 20 comments